Show Tec 50426 User manual

2 Channel Sliding Profile Dimmer

ORDERCODE 50426

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Showtec Sliding Profile Dimmer™Product Guide

Warning.................................................................................…...……………..…………………………….………..….

Safety-instructions…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Operating Determinations.……………………………………………………………………………………………..

Description...............................................................................…...………………………………………….………..…

Features and Overview ………………………………...….……………….………….……….……….……………..

Installation...............................................................................…...…………………………………………..……..……

Set Up and Operation.....................................................................……..………………………………………………

One Sliding Profile Dimmer................................................…………………………………………………..……….

Multiple Sliding Profile Dimmers................................................…………….…………………………………….….

DMX-Protocol…...................................................…………………………………………………………………….……

Control Panel….............……....................................………………………………………………….………………

Menu Overview.............……....................................………………………………………………….………………

Menu Functions…..........……....................................………………………………………………….………………

DMX Channels.....................................…………………………………………………………………………………

Maintenance...................................................................................………..………….…….……………………….…

Replacing the Fuse........................................................................…………………….……………………………

Troubleshooting............................................................................………………….………………….……………......

No Light............................................………………….…………………………………………………………………

No Response to DMX ....................................................................………………….………………………………

Product Specifications.................................................................……………….…….………………………………..

WARNING

FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY

BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP!

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.

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.

Never use anything to cover the ground contact.

Do not open the device and do not modify the device.

Never leave any cables lying around.

Do not insert objects into air vents.

Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals, as this would reduce the device’s life.

Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.

Only use device indoor, avoid contact with water or other liquids.

Only operate the fixture after having checked that the housing is firmly closed and all screws are

tightly fastened.

Only operate the device after having familiarized with its functions.

Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases.

Always keep case closed while operating.

Always allow free air space of at least 50 cm around the unit for ventilation.

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.

CAUTION!

Keep this device away from rain and moisture!

Unplug mains lead before opening the housing!

CAUTION! Be careful with your operations.

With a dangerous voltage you can suffer

a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires!

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 adult use only. The device must be installed out of the reach of children. Never leave the unit

running unattended.

The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the Sliding Profile Dimmer. The

manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation

of this device.

This device falls under protection class I. Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow/green

conductor to earth.

During the initial start-up some smoke or smell may arise. This is a normal process and does not

necessarily mean that the device is defective.

Repairs, servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician.

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 1.3 meter.

The maximum ambient temperature tamust never be exceeded.

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, lamp explosion, crash

etc.

You endanger your own safety and the safety of others!

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.

International

EU Cable

UK Cable

US Cable

BROWN

RED

YELLOW/COPPER

FASE

BLUE

BLACK

SILVER

NUL

YELLOW/GREEN

GREEN

EARTH

Make sure that the device is always connected properly to the earth!

Description of the device

Features

The Showtec Sliding Profile Dimmer is a versatile dimmer from Showtec.

•2 Channel dimmer with 6,3A output

• Dimmer or switch mode

• Standalone and DMX-512

• Sliding profile housing

• LCD display for all menu settings

• DMX-512

• Power connector: Schuko

• Channel output: 6,3A

• Standalone: Music activated, dimmer, switch mode

• DMX-512 connector: XLR 3 and 5 pole male , female

• Only Indoor use

NOTE: Knowledge of DMX is required to fully utilize this unit

Overview

Fig. 1

1) 2X Fuse 6,3A 250V

2) CH1 Schuko Output/CH2 Schuko Output

3) LCD Display

4) Attachment Eye

5) 2X Manual Dimmer (potmeter)

6) DMX signal connector (IN) 3-pin

7) DMX signal connector (IN) 5-pin

8) Earth Connection

9) Powercable

10) Screw for attaching fixtures

11) Mode Button

12) Up Button

13) Down Button

14) Audio Sensitivity

15) DMX signal connector (OUT) 3-pin

16) DMX signal connector (OUT) 5-pin

Installation

Remove all packing materials from the Sliding Profile Dimmer. Check that all foam and plastic padding is

removed. 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

Follow the directions below, as they pertain to your preferred operation mode.

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.

One Sliding Profile Dimmer

1. Fasten the Sliding Profile Dimmer onto firm trussing. Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation.

2. Plug the cord into a proper electric power supply socket.

3. To setup the device, see page 8 for the menu settings.

Multiple Sliding Profile Dimmers

1. Fasten the Sliding Profile Dimmer onto firm trussing. Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation.

2. Use a 3-p or a 5-pin XLR cable to connect the Sliding Profile Dimmers.

3. Link the units as shown in (Fig. 2), Connect a DMX signal cable from the first unit's DMX "out" socket to

the second unit's "in" socket. Repeat this process to link the second, third, and fourth units.

4. Supply electric power: Plug the cord into a proper electric power supply sockets, starting with the first

unit. Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly.

Multiple Sliding Profile Dimmer Set Up

Fig. 2

Note : Link all cables before connecting electric power

Control Panel

When the indicator light flashes, means the Sliding Profile Dimmer is working.

Fig. 3

Control Mode

The Sliding Profile Dimmers are individually addressed on a data-link and connected to

the controller.

The Sliding Profile Dimmers respond to the DMX signal from the controller. (When you select the DMX

address and save it, the controller will display the saved DMX address the next time.)

DMX Addressing

The control panel on the front side allows you to assign the DMX address, which is the first channel from

which the Sliding Profile Dimmer will respond to the controller.

Please note when you use the controller, the unit has 2channels.

When using multiple Sliding Profile Dimmers, make sure you set the DMX addresses right.

Therefore, the DMX address of the first Sliding Profile Dimmer should be 1(A001); the DMX address of the

second Sliding Profile Dimmer should be 1+2=3 (A003); the DMX address of the third Sliding Profile Dimmer

should be 3+2=5 (A005), etc.

Please, be sure that you don’t have any overlapping channels in order to control each Sliding Profile

Dimmer correctly.

If two or more Sliding Profile Dimmers are addressed similarly, they will work similarly.

Controlling:

After having addressed all Sliding Profile Dimmers, you may now start operating these via your lighting

controller.

Note: After switching on, the Sliding Profile Dimmer will automatically detect whether DMX 512 data is

received or not. If there is no data received at the DMX-input, the “LED “ on the control panel will not

flash.

The problem may be:

- The XLR cable from the controller is not connected with the input of the Sliding Profile Dimmer.

- The controller is switched off or defective, the cable or connector is detective, or the signal wires are

swapped in the input connector.

Note: It’s necessary to insert a XLR termination plug (with 120 Ohm) in the last Sliding Profile Dimmers in

order to ensure proper transmission on the DMX data link.

Menu Overview

Menu Functions

1. DMX Address

You can set the DMX address from , by using the Up/Down buttons. Press the Mode

button to save your settings.

2. Sound-control / Flash Menu

If the display shows , the device is in Sound Switch Mode.

If the display shows , the device is in Sound Fade Mode.

3. / Function Dimmer/Switch

If the display shows , the dimmer is in Switch Mode.

If the display shows , the dimmer is in Dim Mode.

4. Lxxx Dimmer mode (Only works in Dim Mode)

Maximum Dimmer output on DMX.

You can adjust the maximum output to the dimmer from .

5. Pxxx Manual Dimmer mode

Minimum output on potentiometer.

When set at 10% and the potentiometer is set to 0, the output will stay at 10%

When set at 100%, the potentiometer will have no effect.

You can adjust the maximum output to the dimmer from .

6. / Switchpack Mode, only works in Switch Mode .

If the display shows , the dimmer is Full on.

If the display shows , the dimmer is in Switch Mode and can be controlled by DMX.

7.The function of saving

When you have entered the desired settings, you can save them by pressing the Mode button.

8. Master / Slave

Set the Master device to or .

Set the Slave device to .

Note: The master device send 2 Channels to the Slave device.

9. manual Potentiometer

You can use the potentiometer to manually set a certain value.

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