Showtec Showmaster 24 MKII operation manual
Showmaster 24 MKII V1
Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands
Ordercode: 50830
MANUAL
ENGLISH
Ordercode: 50830
Showmaster 24 MKII
Table of contents
Warning ............................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Safety Instructions ......................................................................................................................................................... 2
Operating Determinations .......................................................................................................................................... 3
Connection with the mains......................................................................................................................................... 3
Return Procedure .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
Claims .............................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Description of the device ................................................................................................................................................. 5
Features .......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Overview ........................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Frontside.......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Backside ......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Installation ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Set Up and Operation ....................................................................................................................................................... 8
1. Begin Programming ................................................................................................................................................. 8
1.1 Recording Mode ................................................................................................................................................. 8
1.2 Programming Scenes.......................................................................................................................................... 8
2. Editing .......................................................................................................................................................................10
2.1 Edit Mode ............................................................................................................................................................10
2.2 Inserting Steps .....................................................................................................................................................10
2.3 Modifying Steps ..................................................................................................................................................11
2.4 Deleting Steps ....................................................................................................................................................11
2.5 Removing Scenes ..............................................................................................................................................11
2.6 Removing Programs ..........................................................................................................................................12
2.7 Return to Default Settings (Factory Settings) ................................................................................................12
3. Running .....................................................................................................................................................................13
3.1 Running Programs .............................................................................................................................................13
3.2 Running a Program to Audio ..........................................................................................................................14
3.3 Running a Program With the Speed Fader ..................................................................................................14
3.4 Running a Program With the Standard Beat................................................................................................15
3.5 Speed Mode - 5 Minutes/10 Minutes .............................................................................................................15
4. MIDI-Operation .......................................................................................................................................................16
4.1 Setting MIDI IN ....................................................................................................................................................16
4.2 Setting MIDI OUT ................................................................................................................................................16
4.3 Exit MIDI Setting ..................................................................................................................................................17
4.4 Receiving MIDI File Dump ................................................................................................................................17
4.5 Sending MIDI File Dump ...................................................................................................................................17
4.6 Implementation .................................................................................................................................................18
5. Briefly on Main Functions .......................................................................................................................................19
Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................................................21
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................................................................21
No Response to DMX..................................................................................................................................................21
Product Specification .....................................................................................................................................................21
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Showmaster 24 MKII
Your shipment includes:
● Showmaster 24 MKII
● 1 x DC power adapter
● User manual
Warning
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure
that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the dealer immediately and
retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself
shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture must be
returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing.
Safety Instructions
Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device has to:
● be qualified
● follow the instructions of this manual
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.
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International
EU Cable
UK Cable
US Cable
Pin
L
BROWN
RED
YELLOW/COPPER
FASE
N
BLUE
BLACK
SILVER
NULL
YELLOW/GREEN
GREEN
GREEN
EARTH
IMPORTANT:
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 open the device and do not modify the device.
● Do not connect this device to a dimmerpack.
● Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals, as this would reduce the device’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 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 device is not exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust.
● Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel.
● 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.
● 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.
● Allow time to cool down, before cleaning or servicing.
● Repairs, servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician.
● This device falls under protection class I. Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow/green
conductor to earth.
● WARRANTY: Till one year after date of purchase.
Operating Determinations
● This device is not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the
device will serve you for a long time without defects.
● The minimum distance between light output and the illuminated surface must be more than 0.5
meter.
● The maximum ambient temperature ta = 40°C must never be exceeded.
● The relative humidity must not exceed 50 % with an ambient temperature of 40° C.
● 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, crash, etc.
You endanger your own safety and the safety of others!
Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property !
Connection with the mains
Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug.
Always pay attention, that the right color cable is connected to the right place.
Make sure that the device is always connected properly to the earth!
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Return Procedure
Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued.
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Authorization Number (RMA number). Products returned
without an RMA number will be refused. Highlite will not accept the returned goods or any responsibility.
Call Highlite 0031-455667723 or mail aftersales@highlite.nl and request an RMA prior to shipping the fixture.
Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause for the
return. Be sure to properly pack fixture, any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the
customer’s responsibility. Highlite reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace
product(s). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is always a safe method to use.
Note: If you are given an RMA number, please include the following information on a piece of paper
inside the box:
01) Your name
02) Your address
03) Your phone number
04) A brief description of the symptoms
Claims
The client has the obligation to check the delivered goods immediately upon delivery for any shortcomings and/or visible defects, or perform this check after our announcement that the goods are at their
disposal. Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be
reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise.
It is the customer's responsibility to notify and submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is
damaged due to shipping. Transportation damage has to be reported to us within one day after receipt
of the delivery.
Any return shipment has to be made post-paid at all times. Return shipments must be accompanied with
a letter defining the reason for return shipment. Non-prepaid return shipments will be refused, unless
otherwise agreed in writing.
Complaints against us must be made known in writing or by fax within 10 working days after receipt of the
invoice. After this period complaints will not be handled anymore.
Complaints will only then be considered if the client has so far complied with all parts of the agreement,
regardless of the agreement of which the obligation is resulting.
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Description of the device
Features
The Showmaster 24 MKII is a light controller from Showtec.
● Input voltage: 100-240V, 60/50 Hz
● Power supply: DC 12-20V 500mA
● 24 channels
● 48 scenes or 48 chase programs with 999 steps
● Program a loop with a total of 23976 steps
● 2 independent cross faders
● 3-digit LED display
● MIDI IN/OUT
● Audio IN
● Sound-controlled mode
● Speed-controlled mode
● Scene-mix and Scene/Chase-Loop
● Chase reverse fader, Tap-Sync and Step-Mode
● DMX invertible
● MIDI IN, MIDI OUT, MIDI Thru
● Master fader control
● Dimensions: 530 x 330 x 150 mm (LxWxH)
● Weight: 4,8 kg
NOTE: Knowledge of MIDI and DMX is required to fully utilize this unit.
Overview
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Frontside
01) Preset A LEDs: Show the current intensity of the relevant channels, numbered from 1-12.
02) Channel/playback faders 1-12: These faders are used to control and/or program the intensity of
channels 1-12.
03) Flash buttons 1-12: These 12 buttons are used to set an individual channel to full intensity.
04) Preset B LEDs: Show the current intensity of the relevant channels, numbered from 13-24.
05) Scene LEDs: The LEDs light up when relevant scenes are active.
06) Channel/playback faders 13-24: These faders are used to control and/or program the intensity of
channels 13-24.
07) Flash buttons 13-24: These 12 buttons are used to set an individual channel to full intensity. They are
also used for programming.
08) Dark button: This button is used to temporarily black out the overall output.
09) Down/Beat Rev: The Down button is used to modify a scene in the Edit mode; the Beat Rev is used to
reverse the chase direction of a program with regular beat.
10) Mode Select/Rec Speed: Each press of the button will activate the operating mode in the following
order: CHASE/SCENES, Double Preset and Single Preset. Rec Speed: set the speed of any of the
programs chasing in Mix mode.
11) UP/CHASE REV: The Up button can be used to modify a scene in the Edit mode. The CHASE REV
button is used to reverse the chase direction of a scene, using the Speed fader.
12) Page/Rec Clear button: Press the button to select pages of scenes. There are 4 pages available.
13) Delete/RevOne: Delete any step of a scene or reverse the chase direction of any program.
14) Segment Display: Shows the current activity or programming state.
15) Insert/% or 0-255: Press the button to add steps to a scene. % or 0-255 is used to change display
format, between % and 0-255.
16) Edit/All Rev: The Edit button is used to activate the Edit mode. The All Rev button is used to reverse
the chasing direction of all programs.
17) Add or Kill/Rec Exit: In the Add mode, multiple scenes or flash buttons will be switched on at a time.
In the Kill mode, pressing any flash button will kill any other scenes or programs.
The Rec Exit button is used to exit a program or the Edit mode.
18) Record/Shift: The Record button is used to activate the Recording mode or to program a step. The
Shift button can be used only in combination with other buttons.
19) Master A-button: Press the button to set channels 1-12 to full.
20) Park button: Press the button to select Single/Mix Chase, to set channels 13-24 to full, or temporarily
program a scene on the Master B fader, depending on the current mode.
21) Hold button: Press the button to maintain the current scene.
22) Step button: Press the button to proceed to the following step, when the Speed fader is moved to
the bottom or if the Edit mode is active.
23) Audio button: Press the button to activate audio sync of a chase and audio intensity effects.
24) Master fader A: This fader controls overall output of all channels.
25) Master fader B: This fader controls the chase of all programs.
26) Blind button: Press the button to remove a channel from a chase in CHASE/SCENE mode.
27) Home button: Press the button to deactivate the Blind function.
28) Tap Sync button: Press this button to set the chase speed.
29) FULL ON button: This function sets overall output to full intensity.
30) BLACK OUT button: Press the button to kill all output with the exception of the one resulting from flash
buttons and the FULL ON button.
31) Fade Time fader: Move this fader to adjust the Fade Time.
32) Speed fader: Move this fader to adjust the Chase Speed.
33) Audio Level fader: Move this fader to control the sensitivity of the audio input.
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Backside
34) Power switch ON/OFF
35) DC Input: DC 12-20V, 500 mA.
36) MIDI Thru: MIDI port, used for connection to a sequencer or a MIDI device.
37) MIDI Out: MIDI port, used for connection to a sequencer or a MIDI device.
38) MIDI In: MIDI port, used for connection to a sequencer or a MIDI device.
39) DMX signal connector OUT: This connector sends DMX signal to a DMX fixture or DMX pack.
40) Audio Input: This jack accepts a line level audio input signal, ranging from 100 mV to 1Vpp.
41) Remote Input: BLACK OUT und FULL ON may be controlled with a remote control using a standard
1/4" Stereo jack.
Installation
Remove all packing materials from the Showmaster 24 MKII. Check if all foam and plastic padding is
removed. Fit 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.
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