PixelDot
Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands
Product code: 44530
USER MANUAL
ENGLISH
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Preface
Thank you for purchasing this Showtec product.
The purpose of this user manual is to provide instructions for the correct and safe use of this product.
Keep the user manual for future reference as it is an integral part of the product. The user manual shall be
stored at an easily accessible location.
This user manual contains information concerning:
● Safety instructions
● Intended and non-intended use of the device
● Installation and operation of the device
● Maintenance procedures
● Troubleshooting
● Transport, storage and disposal of the device
Non-observance of the instructions in this user manual may result in serious injuries and damage of
property.
©2021 Showtec. All rights reserved.
No part of this document may be copied, published or otherwise reproduced without the prior written
consent of Highlite International.
Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
For the latest version of this document or for other language versions, please visit our website
www.highlite.com or contact us at service@highlite.com.
Highlite International and its authorized service providers are not liable for any injury, damage, direct or
indirect loss, consequential or economic loss or any other loss arising from the use of, or inability to use or
reliance on the information contained in this document.
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Table of contents
1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Before Using the Product .................................................................................................................................. 3
Intended Use ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
LEDs Lifespan ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
Text Conventions ................................................................................................................................................ 3
Symbols and Signal Words ................................................................................................................................ 4
Symbols on the Information Label .................................................................................................................. 4
2. Safety .................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Warnings and Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................... 5
Requirements for the User ................................................................................................................................. 6
3. Description of the Device ................................................................................................................................... 7
Overview .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
Product Specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 7
Compatibility ....................................................................................................................................................... 8
Recommended Software ................................................................................................................................. 8
Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................................... 8
4. Installation ............................................................................................................................................................ 8
Safety Instructions for Installation .................................................................................................................... 8
Personal Protective Equipment ....................................................................................................................... 8
Installation Site Requirements .......................................................................................................................... 8
Mounting .............................................................................................................................................................. 9
Connecting to Power Supply .........................................................................................................................10
5. Setup ................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Warnings and Precautions .............................................................................................................................10
Setup Example ..................................................................................................................................................10
Maximum CAT Cable Length ........................................................................................................................11
5.4. Network Cables ................................................................................................................................................11
6. Operation ........................................................................................................................................................... 12
Safety Instructions for Operation ...................................................................................................................12
7. Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................. 12
8. Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................... 13
Basic Cleaning Instructions .............................................................................................................................13
Corrective Maintenance ................................................................................................................................13
9. Deinstallation, Transportation and Storage .................................................................................................... 14
Instructions for Deinstallation ..........................................................................................................................14
Instructions for Transportation ........................................................................................................................14
Storage ...............................................................................................................................................................14
10. Disposal .............................................................................................................................................................. 14
11. Approval ............................................................................................................................................................. 14
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1. Introduction
Before Using the Product
Important
Read and follow the instructions in this user manual before installing, operating or
servicing this product.
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of
this manual.
After unpacking, check the contents of the box. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your
Highlite International dealer.
Your shipment includes:
● Showtec PixelDot
● CAT cable (0,5 m)
● User manual
Fig. 01
Intended Use
This device is intended for professional use as a decorative recessed light. It is suitable only for indoor
installation. This device is not suitable for households and for general lighting.
Any other use, not mentioned under intended use, is regarded as non-intended and incorrect use.
LEDs Lifespan
The light output of the LEDs gradually decreases over time (lumen depreciation). High operating
temperatures contribute to this process. You can extend the lifespan of the LEDs by providing adequate
ventilation and operating the LEDs at the lowest possible brightness.
Text Conventions
Throughout the user manual the following text conventions are used:
● References: References to chapters and parts of the device are in bold lettering, for example:
“Refer to 2. Safety”, “turn the adjustment screw (02)”
● 0–255: Defines a range of values
● Notes: Note: (in bold lettering) is followed by useful information or tips
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Symbols and Signal Words
Safety notes and warnings are indicated throughout the user manual by safety signs.
Always follow the instructions provided in this user manual.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
Attention
Indicates important information for the correct operation and use of the
product.
Important
Read and observe the instructions in this document.
Provides important information about the disposal of this product.
Symbols on the Information Label
This product is provided with an information label. The information label is located on the backside of the
device.
The information label contains the following symbols:
This device is designed for indoor use.
This device shall not be treated as household waste.
This device is IEC protection class III.
Read and observe the instructions in the user manual.
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2. Safety
Important
Read and follow the instructions in this user manual before installing, operating or
servicing this product.
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of
this manual.
Warnings and Safety Instructions
DANGER
Danger for children
For adult use only. The device must be installed beyond the reach of children.
● Do not leave various parts of the packaging (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, nails, etc.) within
children’s reach. Packaging material is a potential source of danger for children.
WARNING
Risk of epileptic shock
Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons should avoid looking at
strobe lights.
Attention
General safety
● Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals. This decreases the device’s life.
● Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
Attention
For professional use only
This device shall be used only for the purposes it is designed for.
This device is designed to be used as a decorative recessed light. Any incorrect use may lead to
hazardous situations and result in injuries and material damage.
● This device is not suitable for households and for general lighting.
● This device does not contain user-serviceable parts. Unauthorized modifications to the device will
render the warranty void. Such modifications may result in injuries and material damage.
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Attention
Before each use, examine the device visually for any defects.
Make sure that:
● There are no deformations on the housing and the spring-loaded mounting clips.
● There is no damage to the RJ45 connectors.
● There is no damage to the dome diffuser.
● The CAT cables used for connection of the device are not damaged and do not show any material
fatigue.
Attention
Do not expose the device to conditions that exceed the rated IP class conditions.
This device is IP20 rated. IP (Ingress Protection) 20 class provides protection against solid objects greater
than 12 mm, such as fingers, and no protection against harmful ingress of water.
Requirements for the User
This product may be used by ordinary persons. Maintenance may be carried by ordinary persons.
Installation and service shall be carried out only by instructed or skilled persons. Contact your Highlite
dealer for more information.
Instructed persons have been instructed and trained by a skilled person, or are supervised by a skilled
person, for specific tasks and work activities associated with the installation, service and maintenance of
this product, so that they can identify risks and take precautions to avoid them.
Skilled persons have training or experience, which enables them to recognize risks and to avoid hazards
associated with the installation, service and maintenance of this product.
Ordinary persons are all persons other than instructed persons and skilled persons. Ordinary persons
include not only users of the product but also any other persons that may have access to the device or
who may be in the vicinity of the device.
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3. Description of the Device
The Showtec PixelDot is a decorative recessed light with black housing and white-frosted dome diffuser.
It can be installed without any screws or tools. The PixelDot only works with the dedicated Pixel Controller.
It is suitable only for indoor installation (e.g. in hotels or theaters, in order to create a good ambience in a
lobby).
Overview
Fig. 02
01) Dome diffuser (6 x RGB SMD3535 LED)
02) Spring-loaded mounting clips
03) RJ45 PixelDot connector IN
04) RJ45 PixelDot connector OUT
Product Specifications
Model:
PixelDot
Physical:
Dimensions:
140 x 120 x 65 mm (L x W x H)
Weight:
0,1 kg
Optics:
Light source:
6 x RGB SMD3535 LED
Connections:
Data connections:
2 x RJ45 connectors IN/OUT
Max. distance from PixelDot to the Pixel Controller:
10 m
Construction:
Housing:
Metal and flame-retardant plastic
Color:
Black
IP rating:
IP20
Thermal:
Maximum ambient temperature ta:
40 °C
Maximum housing temperature tc:
70 °C
Minimum distance:
Minimum distance from flammable surfaces:
0,8 m
Minimum distance to lighted object:
0,8 m
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Compatibility
Attention
The PixelDot is designed to be operated ONLY with the Pixel Controller.
The PixelDot is delivered without the Pixel Controller. You need to purchase the Pixel Controller separately.
Product code: 44510 (Pixel Controller)
Recommended Software
Product code: 50180 (Arkaos LED Master)
Product code: 102101 (Arkaos Media Master Express 5.0)
Product code: 102201 (Arkaos Media Master Pro 5.0)
Dimensions
Fig. 03
4. Installation
Safety Instructions for Installation
If the device is mounted overhead, installation must be carried out only by instructed or skilled persons.
Follow all applicable European, national and local safety regulations concerning electrical installations in
buildings and working at heights.
Personal Protective Equipment
During installation wear personal protective equipment in compliance with the national and site-specific
regulations.
Installation Site Requirements
● The device can be used only indoors.
● The minimum distance to other objects must be bigger than 0,8 m. (wacht op testrapport)
● The maximum ambient temperature t
a
= 40 °C must never be exceeded.
● The relative humidity must not exceed 50 % with an ambient temperature of 40 °C.
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Mounting
This device is suitable for recessed mounting on walls, ceilings and other flat surfaces, like panels or
boards.
Before installing the PixelDot, make sure that the chosen location is free of any obstructions such as pipe
work, ducting or wiring. In existing constructions, if no crawlspace is available, use a stud-finding tool to
map the wall/ceiling construction and a pipe detector to scan the installation location.
CAUTION
Restrict the access under the work area during mounting and/or demounting.
To mount the device, follow the steps below:
Mark a cut line on the wall/ceiling. Make sure that the cut line has the correct diameter (Ø 79 mm).
Use a tool to cut the mounting opening.
Connect the CAT cables to the RJ45 connectors IN/OUT (03/04).
Fold the spring-loaded mounting clips (02) upwards (Fig. 04) and put the PixelDot in the mounting
opening (Fig. 05).
Fig. 04
Fig. 05
Put the PixelDot fully in the mounting opening. The spring-loaded mounting clips (02) will release and
will hold the PixelDot in position (Fig. 06).
Fig. 06
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Connecting to Power Supply
This device falls under IEC protection class III.
The device only accepts mains power from the Pixel Controller. Do not supply power from any other
source to the device.
Connect the Pixel Controller’s output port to the PixelDot’s RJ45 input connector (03) with a CAT cable
(max. 10 m). For more information about the connection of power supply, see Fig. 07 on page 10 and
refer to the user manual of the Pixel Controller (44510).
5. Setup
Warnings and Precautions
Attention
Connect all cables before supplying power to the system.
Disconnect from the power supply before connecting or disconnecting cables.
Setup Example
The device is designed to be operated only with the Pixel Controller. You can connect a maximum of 40
devices to each of the 4 output ports on the Pixel Controller (4 outputs x 40 PixelDots = 160 PixelDots).
Connect the Pixel Controller’s RJ45 output 1 to the first PixelDot’s RJ45 input connector with a CAT
cable.
Repeat step 1 to connect the PixelDots to the Pixel Controller’s outputs 2–4.
Connect the first PixelDot’s RJ45 output connector to the second PixelDot’s RJ45 input connector
with a CAT cable.
Repeat step 3 to connect up to 40 PixelDots per output, as shown in Fig. 07 on page 10.
Fig. 07
For more information about the setup, refer to the user manual of the Pixel Controller (44510).
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Maximum CAT Cable Length
Fig. 08
The maximum allowed CAT cable length:
● Between the Pixel Controller and the first PixelDot on a data link: 10 m
● Between the PixelDots: 2 m
5.4. Network Cables
Attention
Connect all data cables before supplying power.
Disconnect power supply before connecting or disconnecting data cables.
Standard twisted-pair Ethernet cables (CAT-5/CAT-5E/CAT-6) can be used to connect the device to the
Pixel Controller or to each other, in a daisy chain.
If you make your own network cables, make sure that you connect the pins and wires correctly as shown
in Fig. 09. Use RJ45 (8P8C) connectors and patch the cables according to the T568B color standard.
Fig. 09
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6. Operation
Safety Instructions for Operation
Attention
This device must be used only for the purposes it is designed for.
This device is intended for professional use as a decorative recessed light. This device is not suitable for
households and for general lighting.
When the device is connected to the Pixel Controller, it can be operated with DMX, Art-Net and KlingNet protocols. To make the whole setup work properly, it is necessary to set the desired setup length in
the Pixel Controller’s menu. The setup length depends on the number of devices connected to the Pixel
Controller. It is possible to operate the devices manually or run the built-in programs over multiple
devices, in stand-alone mode.
Any other use, not mentioned under intended use, is regarded as non-intended and incorrect use.
For more information about the operation, refer to the user manual of the Pixel Controller (44510).
7. Troubleshooting
This troubleshooting guide contains solutions to problems which can be carried out by an ordinary
person. The device does not contain user-serviceable parts.
Unauthorized modifications to the device will render the warranty void. Such modifications may result in
injuries and material damage.
Refer servicing to instructed or skilled persons. Contact your Highlite International dealer in case the
solution is not described in the table.
Problem
Probable cause(s)
Solution
The device does not
function at all
No power to the device
● Check if the Pixel Controller is switched
on and if the PixelDot is connected to
the Pixel Controller with a CAT cable
The device does not
respond to DMX
control
The Pixel Controller is not
connected
● Connect the Pixel Controller
The Pixel Controller is defective
● Disconnect the Pixel Controller and
contact your Highlite International
dealer
The device responds
erratically to DMX
control
Bad data link connection
● Examine connections and cables.
Correct poor connections. Repair or
replace damaged cables
In case of a setup with multiple
devices, one of the devices is
defective and disturbs data
transmission on the link
● To find out the defective device,
bypass one device at a time until
normal operation is restored
No light or LEDs cut
out intermittently
LEDs are damaged
● Disconnect the device and contact
your Highlite International dealer
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8. Maintenance
Maintenance and cleaning may be carried by ordinary persons.
Follow the maintenance schedule established for the site where the device is installed.
Disconnect the PixelDot from the Pixel Controller before servicing or cleaning.
Basic Cleaning Instructions
The dome diffuser of the device must be cleaned periodically in order to optimize the light output. The
cleaning schedule depends on the conditions at the site where the device is installed. When smoke or
fog machines are used at the site, the device will need more frequent cleaning. On the other hand, if the
device is installed in well-ventilated area, it will need less frequent cleaning. To establish a cleaning
schedule, examine the device at regular intervals during the first 100 hours of operation.
To clean the device, follow the steps below:
Disconnect the device from the Pixel Controller.
Note: If multiple PixelDots are connected, it is not necessary to disconnect PixelDots from each other.
Allow the device to cool down for at least 15 minutes.
Remove the dust collected on the external surface with dry compressed air and a soft brush.
Clean the dome diffuser with a lint-free cloth.
Attention
● Do not immerse the device in liquid.
● Do not use alcohol or solvents.
● Make sure that the connections are fully dry before connecting the device to the power supply and
to other devices.
Corrective Maintenance
The device does not contain user-serviceable parts. Do not open the device and do not modify the
device.
Refer repairs and servicing to instructed or skilled persons. Contact your Highlite International dealer for
more information.
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9. Deinstallation, Transportation and Storage
Instructions for Deinstallation
● Let the device cool down before dismounting.
● Disconnect the PixelDot from the Pixel Controller before deinstallation.
● Always observe the national and site-specific regulations during deinstallation and derigging of the
device.
● Wear personal protective equipment in compliance with the national and site-specific regulations.
Instructions for Transportation
● Use the original packaging to transport the device, if possible.
● Always observe the handling instructions printed on the outer carton box, for example: “Handle with
care”, “This side up”, “Fragile”.
Storage
● Clean the device before storing. Follow the cleaning instructions in chapter 8.1. Basic Cleaning
Instructions on page 13.
● Store the device in the original packaging, if possible.
10. Disposal
Correct disposal of this product
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
This symbol on the product, its packaging or documents indicates that the product
shall not be treated as household waste. Dispose of this product by handing it to the
respective collection point for recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. This
is to avoid environmental damage or personal injury due to uncontrolled waste
disposal. For more detailed information about recycling of this product contact the
local authorities or the authorized dealer.
11. Approval
Check the respective product page on the website of Highlite International (www.highlite.com) for an
available declaration of conformity.
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