Lite Power 4
ORDERCODE 50307
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Showtec Lite-Power 4™ Product Guide
Warning
Description
Installation
Set Up and Operation
Maintenance
Troubleshooting............................................................................………………….………………….….
Product Specifications
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Safety-instructions………………………………………………………………………………………….….
Operating Determinations…………………………………………………………………………………….
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Installing Lite Power 4 ......................................................……………………………….……..…………
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Operating instructions ......................................................................…………………………………….
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Replacing the Fuse........................................................................…………………….………………..
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WARNING
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FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY
Keep this device away from rain and moisture!
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mains lead before opening the housing!
BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP!
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device have to:
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Before your initial start-up, please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation. Should
there be any, consult your dealer and do not use the device.
To maintain perfect condition and to ensure a safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow
the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual.
Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are not subject to warranty.
This device contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer servicing to qualified technicians only.
IMPORTANT:
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• Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals, as this would reduce the system’s life.
• Only use device indoor, avoid contact with water or other liquids.
• Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases.
• Always keep case closed while operating.
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• Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel.
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follow the instructions of this manual
CAUTION! Be careful with your operations.
With a dangerous voltage you can suffer
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The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of
this manual or any unauthorized modification to the device.
Never let the power-cord come into contact with other cables! Handle the power-cord and all
connections with the mains with particular caution!
Never remove warning or informative labels from the unit.
Do not insert objects into air vents.
Do not connect this device to a dimmerpack.
Always disconnect power from the mains, when device is not used or before cleaning! Only handle
the power-cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the power-cord.
Make sure that the power-cord is never crimped or damaged. Check the device and the power-cord
from time to time.
If device is dropped or struck, disconnect mains power supply immediately. Have a qualified
engineer inspect for safety before operating.
erous electric shock when touching the wires!
CAUTION!
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• If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not
switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your device. Leave the
device switched off until it has reached room temperature.
• If your Showtec device fails to work properly, discontinue use immediately. Pack the unit securely
(preferably in the original packing material), and return it to your Showtec dealer for service.
• For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only.
• This device falls under protection class I. Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow/green
conductor to earth.
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Repairs, servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician.
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WARRANTY: Till one year after date of purchase.
OPERATING DETERMINATIONS
If this device is operated in any other way, than the one described in this manual, the product may suffer
damages and the warranty becomes void.
Any other operation may lead to dangers like short-circuit, burns, electric shock, explosion, crash etc.
You endanger your own safety and the safety of others!
Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property !
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Description of the device
Features
This model is a 4 channel dimming chaser and has 7 operating modes, 42 chasing programs, memory
backup and fade time control
Overview
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Power Switch
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Speed Indicator ; . This indicator indicates the chasing speed.
3) Audio Level Indicator ; This indicator indicates the sensitivity of music rhythms.
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Master Dimmer Indicator ; This indicator indicates master dimming level.
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Program Display ; Shows desired pre-set digit parameter.
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Program Indicator; This indicator indicate the operating mode being executed.
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Channel Dimmer Indicator; This indicator indicates the dimming level of corresponding channel.
8) Channel Dimmer Control; This control adjusts the dimming level of corresponding channel.
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Channel Flash Button; Press to activate channel full on function.
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Mode Select Button; Press to select desired operating mode from Hold Dimmer / Hold Sound /
Prog Sound / Prog Speed/ Auto Speed / Auto Sound / Memory or music control
from line input / built-in microphone.
11) Program Select Button; Press to select desired program from 42 pre-set programs in Prog Sound / Prog
Speed / Auto Speed / Auto Sound. In Memory mode, you can press to activate
sub-mode to select desired operating mode from Program / Manual / Auto
Sound / Auto Speed using STAND BY.
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Fade Control; This control adjusts the delay time. It is not effective in Hold Sound.
13) Stand-by Button & Indicator; Press to pause all output.
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Master Dimmer Control; This indicator indicate the operating mode being executed.
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Full on Button; Press to activate FULL ON function of whole output.
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Audio Level Control; This control adjusts the sensitivity of music rhythms detected by the built-in
microphone or line in.
17) Tap Sync Button ; This button is effective only in Prog Speed and Auto Speed. It is used to define
chasing speed. When you press this button twice in 10 minutes, the interval between
two pressing will be assigned to chasing speed.
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Speed Control ; This control adjusts the chasing speed.
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Rear Panel
50307 Lite-Power 4 (with Schuko connectors)
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AC Input
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Audio Input ; Line in 100mV-1Vpp
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Channel Fuse ; F6.3A 250V 5x20mm
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Channel Output ; 2A /CH., 8A /Total (CE)
There are 2 other versions from the Lite-Power 4:
50307 Lite-Power 4M (with Schuko + 6 pin multiconnectors)
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AC Input
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Audio Input ; Line in 100mV-1Vpp
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Channel Fuse ; F6.3A 250V 5x20mm
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Channel Output ; 2A /CH., 8A /Total (CE)
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Channel Output ( 6 PIN Socket x 2 ; Use to connect to output fixtures, pin arrangement is referred to the
drawing printed in the rear panel.
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Plug in appropriate power supply.
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Plug in appropriate power supply.
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50307 Lite-Power 4B (with Bulgin connectors)
1) AC Input ; Plug in appropriate power supply.
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Audio Input ; Line in 100mV-1Vpp
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Channel Fuse ; F6.3A 250V 5x20mm
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Channel Output ; 2A /CH., 8A /Total (CE)
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Installation
Remove all packing materials from the Lite-Power 4. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed.
Screw the equipment into a 19" rack. Connect all cables.
Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing.
Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty.
Set Up and Operation
Before plugging the unit in, always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification
voltage. Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 230V power, or vice versa.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Turn the power switch on.
2. Operating mode is controlled by MODE SELECT.
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You can select operating mode from Hold Dimmer / Hold Sound / Prog Sound / Prog Speed / Auto Speed
/Auto Sound / Memory.
Hold Dimmer
Hold Sound
Prog Sound
Prog Speed
Auto Speed
Auto Sound Corresponding indicator lights. You can operate according to the way specified by
Memory
PR mode Press Prog Select till " 01 " appears in PROGRAM DISPLAY. Adjust Master Dimmer
mode
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Corresponding indicator lights. Channel output is controlled by Channel Dimmer
control or Master Dimmer control.
Corresponding indicator lights. Channel output is controlled by Channel Dimmer
control and the music sensitivity is adjusted by the AUDIO LEVEL CONTROL.
Corresponding indicator lights. You can select desired program from 42 pre-set
programs using Prog Select button. Press Prog Select button once, program will be
increased or decreased by one. Press and hold it for 1 second, program will be
increased or decreased by 10 per second. Press Prog Select + Mode Select,
chasing direction will be reversed.
Corresponding indicator lights. You can operate according to the way specified by
Prog Sound and you must always remember chasing speed is not controlled by audio
signal but SPEED CONTROL or TAP SYNC.
Corresponding indicator flashes. You can operate according to the way specified by
Prog Speed. However, in this mode, each program will be executed eight times
continuously and then next program.
Prog Sound. However, in this mode, each program will be executed eight times
continuously and then next program.
Up to 32 steps can be memorized.
In this mode, you can select desire operating mode from Program / Manual / Auto
Sound / Auto Speed corresponding to digit indication PR, ST, AS and AP.
Press and hold Prog Select, press Stand By once, PROGRAM DISPLAY will show
present operating mode, press Stand By once more, next mode will be selected.
Each pressing of Stand By corresponds to a new mode. Release Prog Select, the
selected mode will be executed.
control or Channel Dimmer control to meet user's requirement, press Prog Select,
PROGRAM DISPLAY will flash 4 time continuously, which means it is memorized,
and PROGRAM DISPLAY will show " 02 ". You can make program in this way till
" 32 " appears, now exit from Program and engage in other mode. If you fail lin
certain step, you should restart programing, otherwise not effective.
Press Prog Select once, program will be executed one step, and PROGRAM
DISPLAY will show the information. You can refer to the way mentioned in Prog
Sound to select desired step.
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AS mode Program is executed according to the music rhythms and PROGRAM DISPLAY
shows the step.
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4. FULL ON and FLASH
Press Full On button to activate FULL ON function of whole output, press Flash button to activate FULL
ON function of channel. These two functions are effective in any mode.
5. Stand By
Press this button once to turn off whole output, press it once more to exit STAND BY, and the indicator
will change from " flash" to "off".
6. AUDIO INPUT SELECT
You can select audio signal from Internal MIC / Audio line Input. Press Prog Select and turn off the
power. Wait some seconds, turn the power on, now PROGRAM DISPLAY shows " I " or " E ". Press
Mode, Select once, audio signal input will be changed, and the indication will change accordingly. Press
it once more, audio signal input will be changed once more.
Program is executed automatically and PROGRAM DISPLAY shows the step. You
can adjust the chasing speed according to the way specified in Prog Speed.
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Maintenance
The Showtec Lite-Power 4 requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean.
Disconnect the mains power supply, and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in liquid.
Keep connections clean. Disconnect electric power, and then wipe the audio connections with a damp cloth.
Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power.
Replacing a Fuse
Power surges, short-circuit or inappropriate electrical power supply may cause a fuse to burn out. If the fuse
burns out, the product will not function whatsoever. If this happens, follow the directions below to do so.
1.
Unplug the unit from electric power source.
2.
Insert a screwdriver into the slot in the fuse cover. Turn the screwdriver to the left, at the same time gently
push a bit (Turn and Push). The fuse will come out.
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Remove the broken fuse. If brown or unclear, it is burned out.
4. Insert the replacement fuse into the holder where the old fuse was. Reinsert the fuse cover.
Be sure to use a fuse of the same type and specification. See the product specification label for details.
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Troubleshooting
No Light, No Movement - All Products
This troubleshooting guide is meant to help solve simple problems. If a problem occurs, carry out the steps
below in sequence until a solution is found. Once the unit operates properly, do not carry out following
steps.
If the light effect does not operate properly, refer servicing to a technician. If the lamp isn’t burning, replace
the broken lamp with a new one, with the same specifications.
Response: Suspect four potential problem areas: the power supply, the standby-button, the fuse or menu
settings.
1. Power supply. Check that the unit is plugged into an appropriate power supply.
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When you turn on the device the standby LED will start blinking. When you push the standby-button the
LED will light up continuously.
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The fuse. Replace the fuse. See page 9 for replacing the fuse.
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Check if the menu settings are correct.
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Product Specification
Model: Showtec Lite-power 4
Voltage: AC 230V-50Hz (CE)
Audio Input: 100mV-1Vpp
Channel Output: 2A/CH., Total 8A (CE)
Internal Fuse: F0.5A 250V 5x20mm
Channel Fuse: F6.3A 250V 5x20mm
Dimensions: 483x133x138mm
Weight: 4.4 kg
Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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