Showdesigner 512 - Enlightenment Entertainment Technology
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1. Clear The function of this button varies with the state of the device Exit Use this button to exit the program or delete mode Blackout Use this button to kill all output Pause Press this button to pause all running chases Release Clear Blackout Program Press this button to enter Program mode El EJ Add Press this button to add a step while programming a chase or chase group EX nselli All EJ When a chase is running press this button to adjust the speed and slope of al the steps in the chase Program EE Use this button to delete a scene chase chase group step while programming Latch Press this button to latch two or more scenes chases chase groups to run simultaneousiv Swap Press this button to swap the running of a different scene chase chase group oniv one ata time Flash Press and hold this button then select a scene chase or chase group to run it As long as the flash button is pressed SlopeSet Press this button to assign a slope to a channel The pan tilt channels controlled by the jog wheels have a fixed slope Music When a chase is running press this button to activate the sound mode Insert Press this button to insert a step when programming Auto Auto mode is the default chase running mode Use this button to switch between sound mode and auto mode with preset speed and slope Language Press the program button first and then press this butto2. cromo ci aia OPM oo pintaron T POWE OM cada A NN CRE CTS ACOSO in a qd anita sao SS AA NR Create a chose OU Pitt nt a ii Da da adela calida RUN A CHASE JOUD IA JOG Wheel ASSIQNMENT seeccccsseeccecsssceccecsscessecssscessecssseessecsscessesenscessesensasseceseessecssneessesesscsssesesseesees USING TNE jog AA ASS cist cidestecccicsanecchideatescccualdexiccaandcnidesseecsdehasvecgesundenidusscdeseguud vacsidushsdaqduandanageacahenesgaandes M intendn ics Sa a a a teed bec genus A aes wore basse chaise a Taie ta TROUDISSH OO G idea a a Product SPECHICATIONS viii a naa d WARNING CAUTIONI Keep this device awav from rain and moisturel FOR VOUR OWN SAFETV PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLV BEFORE VOUR INITIAL START UPI SAFETV INSTRUCTIONS Everv person involved with the installation operation and maintenance of this device has to be qualified follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION Be careful with your operations With a dangerous voltage you can suffer N a dangerous electric shock when touching the wiresl 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 if is absolutelv necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual Please consider that damages c
3. the pan tilt channels should be assigned to the jog wheels and speed slope adjustment of chase and chase group 6 Master control The master control buttons Dimmer1 Dimmer2 8 Dimmer3 are respectively used to enable disable and setup the three master controls Master sliders Master1 Master2 8 Master3 are used to control the maximum output value of the assigned channels They only work when Dimmer1 Dimmer2 amp Dimmer3 are enabled LED indicator on Master Master 2 Master 3 Dimmer Dimmer 2 Dimmer 3 Controller Backside Fig 2 1 DMX OUT 1 This connector sends your DMX value to the DMX fixture or DMX pack 2 DMX OUT 2 This connector sends vour DMX value to the DMX fixture or DMX pack 3 DATA Data port only used by Showtec to read out an error logfile 4 Microphone 5 Audio Input This jack accepts a line level audio input signal ranged from 100 mV to 1Vpp 6 MIDI In Not activated in the current software version 7 MIDI Thru For linking MIDI equipment 8 Main Fuse T1 5A 250V 9 Power ON OFF 10 IEC Connector Installation Remove all packing materials from the Showdesigner 512 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
4. the fader to release them Any channel with an output value will be stored into the chase 2 5 Run a chase Step Description Select group Chasel Chase2 or Chase3 for the desired chase The LED indicators of a number button holding a chase will blink Select the desired number button to run the chase The LED indicator will low down the blink rate thus showing that the selected chase is running If several chases are running simultaneously the LED indicator of the previous running chase will dim Note Different blinking frequency of the number button shows the different status A high blinking rate means there is an existing chase stored in the button but is not running Full on means the chase is running and cannot be edited A slow blinking rate means the chase is running and ready for editing 12 Following parameters can be edited while a chase is running Press gt SETY Chase runs forward Press lt SETX Chase runs backward Press Auto Chase runs under auto mode Press Music Chase runs under sound activation mode Press ALL Then adjust X Speed jog wheel to adjust the running speed Y Slope is for slope adjustment If ALL is not selected the adjustment is for the speed slope of a single scene step Before adjustment please make sure E XY is deactivated LED indicator off Adjust the running speed by tapping the Tap button twice Press Clear and hold for about 1 second to exit
5. Showdesigner 512 ORDERCODE 50721 SHOWELECTRONICS FOR PROFESSIONALS Congratulationsl You have bought a great innovative product from Showtec The Showtec Showdesigner 512 brings excitement to any venue Whether you want simple plug amp play action or a sophisticated DMX show this product provides the effect vou need You can relv on Showtec for more excellent lighting products We design and manufacture professional light equipment for the entertainment industry New products are being launched regularly We work hard to keep you our customer satisfied For more information iwantOshowtec info You can get some of the best quality best priced products on the market from Showtec So next time turn to Showtec for more great lighting equipment Always get the best with Showtec Thank you Showtec Showtec Showdesigner 5127 Product Guide Warning dona SGMSTY AINSTUCTIONSE a iS A id Operating DETEMNINGHONS i050 2005 dada NATEN NEAREST RAPETE ENAA hiii Describa FETU S aa i A AT l O EOE A AE EE diese ed omencnae rasts OV SIM IS Wide A a a Controller a asso eine Fixture SEIECTION A TUA Slid rs ana LED INGIGAHOMS Lee asal ett e costae ind o arar ica aadrit FACTION DUIMON RE u Storage Area of Scene Chase and Chase group ie JOGA EE unicidad alo dial MdSt r COMMON A A Controller ass A e M nt none tn tete E ne ten Re a TR Installation iS cada A AN Ser Up ANA Operation
6. Showtec and features e 512 DMX control channels compatible with DMX512 1990 standard e Control up to 32 fixtures each with up to 16 channels e 16 Sliders on the frontpanel for easv and fast control of all the channels in the fixture e Big size LCD displav with language selection Chinese English e 48 scenes for direct output and simultaneous running e Speed and slope of each chase can be adjusted either separate or together e Up to 200 steps in each chase a maximum of 1700 steps can be stored e 32 groups of chases run simultaneously each with up to 48 chases fade time and speed of each step are adjustable e 3 pin DMX in out x 4 in 2 sets e Photoelectric isolated data output safe for up to 3kVdc preventing the controller from damage by eventual electric leakage from a defective fixture e All the pan tilt channels in different fixtures can be assigned to the jog wheels e When a chase is running the slope channel can be configured as one with fixed pan tilt slope The gobo color channels can be set without slope to avoid unexpected effects e Builtin microphone and audio input for sound activation e Built in switching power suppiv suitable for all countries NOTE Knowledge of DMX is required to fullv utilize this unit Overview rec Showdesigner 512 s ra 5 L de gt 7 wi Ey Y Y D ia Je A Ls ec ES si CRE i AHHH ETE x 2 eee Cage f Eye E EADH Buun gaa oo Lord 13 14 IL 16 Del KI
7. all chases If a chase is running and you are using manual control the manual control will have priority 2 6 Create a chase group The controller can store up to 48 chase groups with up to 48 steps The running time of each step can be adjusted from 0 5 seconds to 10 minutes To create a chase group please follow the steps below Step Description Press program to enter programming mode Select Groupl or Group2 Select a number from 1 16 as the number of the chase group If the LED indicator of the number button is lit there is already a chase group stored in that number Once the number button is selected it will immediately jump to chasel for chase selection A flashing LED indicator on the number button indicates an existing chase Select the desired chases to add to the chase group Once selected the chase will start running Up to 48 steps can be added Inactive E XY LED indicator off then adjust the running speed by the X Speed jog wheel After selecting a scene press ADD to add the scene to the chase The device will automatically jump to the next step Repeat step 5 6 to add a new step Press Program to save and exit Note To Exit the programming mode press clear for a few seconds 2 7 Run a chase group Step Description Press Group1 or Group2 The LED indicator of the number button containing a chase group will blink at a higher rate Select the desired number but
8. aused bv 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 liabilitv for any resulting damages caused by the non observance of this manual or any unauthorized modification to the device e 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 insert objects into air vents 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 e Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel e Make sure that the power cord is never crimped or damaged Check the device and the power cord from time to time e If device is dropped or struck disconnect mains power supply immediately Have a qualified engi
9. do not response to the sliders push the slider to the bottom and try again The brightness of the faders LED indicators give an indication of the output value If the indicator is flashing it means the output value on the slider is O The output by manual control is prior to the output by a running scene chase chase group Press and hold release then push a slider the output of the channel by manual control will be released Note Press and hold release then push a fader to release the channel and the LED indicator will dim On the other hand if there is a scene chase or chase group running on that channel the brightness of the LED indicator will change according to the output value Press clear to clear all manual output All the LED indicators of the sliders will dim Manual output is prior to the output of a running scene chase chase group 2 1 4 Clear If one of the LED indicators of sel sc2 sc3 chasel chase2 chase3 group1 or group2 is lit press clear once this will clear all manual output If one of the LED indicators of s 1 se2 or sc3 is lit press clear and hold for about one second It will clear all manual output and close all running scenes If one of the LED indicators of chasel chase2 or chase3 is lit press clear and hold for about one second It will clear all manual output and close all running chases If one of the LED indicators of groupl or group2 is lit press clear and hold for about one second It will cl
10. e output value Note If the running scene is using channels that are also active in manual control the output will be controlled by the value of the manual control To activate the scene channel value you ll have to release the manual output press and hold release and then push the fader to release manual output 10 2 4 Create a chase There are three wavs to create a chase A Create the chase by adjusting the faders B Create scenes first and then select the scenes into the chase C Use a mix of the two ways described above A Create a chase by adjusting the faders Step Description Press program to enter programming mode Select chasel chase 2 or chase 3 to store the chase Select a number from 1 16 to as the number of the chase If the LED indicator of the number button is lit there is already a chase stored in that number Select one or more fixtures move the faders to obtain the desired light effect If the LED indicator of E XY is lit the pan tilt value can be adjusted by rotating the jog wheels If the LED indicator of E XY dims the speed slope of the scene can be adjusted by rotating the jog wheels Shortiv press clear exit once to clear the fader output Press and hold clear exit to exit programming mode Press release the move a fader to release the channel Press lt SETX or gt SETY to edit the previous or next step of the scene Press Del to delete a step Press Inser
11. ear all manual output and close all running chases 2 2 Create a scene Step Description 1 Select the desired fixtures 2 Move the faders to adjust the lighting effects 3 Press Program to enter programming mode 4 Select sel sc2 or sc3 to store the scene 5 Select a number from 1 16 to store the scene 6 After saving the scene into the number button it will automaticallv exit the programming mode Note The LED indicators of the faders with manual output will be lit or flashing output value O The values will all be saved into the scene However if the LED indicators are of they will not be saved If you don t want to save the value of a certain channel press and hold release and the push the fader to release the channel the LED indicator of the fader will dim It is recommended to release the unnecessary channels to avoid unexpected lighting effects If the display prompts error while saving a scene it means there is an existing scene running in the number button or a new scene is blank not for save 2 3 Run ascene Step Description Select sel sc2 or sc3 in which the scene is stored The LED indicators of the number buttons with existing scenes will rapidiv flash Select a number button to run a scene Once selected the LED indicator of the number button will light This means the scene is running The LED indicators of the faders will be lit The brightness will depend on th
12. j IDimmar Dimmer Dimmer 3 X Speed Y Slope Fig 1 Controller Front 1 Fixture selection buttons There are 16 buttons in Page l 16 and Page 17 32 all for Fixture selection Vou can select up to 32 fixtures 16 DMX channels can be assigned to each fixture If a fixture is selected the LED indicator in the button will light If the LED indicator of the fixture selection button blinks the LED indicator of the according fader will show the status of the fixture Either one or several fixtures at the same time can be activated or deactivated E g to activate fixture 4 5 6 7 8 9 and 10 simultaneously press and hold button 4 and press button 10 Now fixture 4 5 6 7 8 9 and 10 are all selected 2 Sliders and LED indicators The unit has 16 faders each with a LED indicator By using the Fixture buttons and the faders you can control all 512 channels in real time 3 Function buttons Release During playback of a chase moving faders will not have any effect If you want to use the fader anyway press release LightCopy Use this button for copying data from one fixture to another First adjust the channels of one fixture by adjusting the faders then press and hold LightCopv the current fixture selection until the LCD display shows Copy OK Press and hold LightCopy again the button of the target fixture until the display Shows Paste OK Now you ve copied the data of one fixture to another
13. n to switch between English and Chinese language E XY Use this button to switch between either soeed slope or pan tilt function for the jog wheels Speed slope mode LED is off Pan tilt mode LED is on The speed slope for a chase group can only be adjusted by X speed lt SETX gt SETY Use this button to change the direction of a running chase Or use this button to switch between panftilt movement of the jog wheels SelChase Press this button to select a running chase in order to change the settings TAP Tap this button to set the tempo of the running chase 6 4 Storage Area of Scene Chase and Chase Group FA a Fa ra Chasel Chase2 8 Chase3 ar LL cms BE EE wi ta PEN 3 chase groups each with 16 chases total 48 chases 2 Pages Sci Sc2 8 Sc3 3 scene groups each with 16 scenes total of 48 scenes p s se 2 ene ge Page Group 8 Group2 2 groups each with 16 chase groups total 32 chase groups 1 16 16 number buttons for use of scenes chases and chase groups Multi Press this button to select two or more fixtures LED indicator on If the LED indicator of this button is off only one fixture can be Selected Page 1 16 and Page 17 32 Page buttons When the LED indicator of the page button is lit the fixtures stored in the page numbers are ready for selection 5 Jog Wheels X Speed amp Y Slope Use to control the pan tilt of the fixtures
14. neer inspect for safety before operating e 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 e 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 2 e Repairs servicing and electric connection must be carried out only by Showtec e Forreplacement use fuses of same type and rating only e This device falls under protection class Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow green conductor to earth e 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 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 Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property Description of the device Features The Showdesigner is a light controller from
15. r control If the device does not operate properly unplug the device Check power from the wall all cables the fuse the settings return to default etc If all of the above appears to be OK plug the unit in again If nothing happens after 30 seconds unplug the device Return the device to your Showtec dealer ONO 16 Product Specification Model Showtec Showdesigner 512 Power input AC 100V 240V 50 60Hz 30W DMX Output 3 pin female XLR MIDI Signal 5 pin standard interface Audio Input 100 mV 1Vpp Fuse F1 5A 250V 5x20 mm Dimensions 480 x 290 x 95 mm LxWxH Weight 5 6 kg Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice CE Website www Highlite nl Email service highlite nl h HIGHLITE INTERNATIONAL 17 2008 Showtec
16. t to insert a step Press ADD to save the light effect into the selected chase The device will automaticallv jump to the next step Repeat step 4 7 to edit a new light effect Press Program to save the chase and exit the programming mode B Create the scenes first and then add the scenes into a chase Step Description Create scenes see Create a scene Press program to enter programming mode Select Chasel Chase2 or Chase3 to store the chase Select a number from 1 16 as the number of the chase If the LED indicator of the number button is lit there is already a chase stored in that number Select SCT SC2 or SC3 by the order of the scenes saving time If the LED indicator of the number button is on it means there is already an existing scene stored in the number Select the scene vou want to add in the chase At this time the selected scene is running as a preview but is not added yet The default speed is 3 seconds which can be changed by the jog wheel is the E XY LED is not lit After selecting a scene press ADD to add the scene to the chase The device will automaticallv jump to the next step Repeat step 5 7 to add a new scene Press DEL in order to delete a scene in the chase Press Insert to insert a scene Press lt SETX or gt SETY to edit the previous or next scene in the chase If the next scene is blank it will not move further Press exit for a few seconds to e
17. that the power supply matches the product specification voltage Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 230V power or vice versa 2 1 General Operations 2 1 1 Power on After powering on the device will reset itself The LED indicators will blink 2 1 2 Fixture selection After power on the fixture buttons are deactivated and the sliders will not work Press the fixture selection buttons to select the fixtures If Multi is activated LED on two or more fixtures can be selected Otherwise only one fixture at a time can be selected When Pagel 16 is activated fixture 1 16 are ready for selection If page17 32 is selected fixture 17 32 are ready for selection If both Page 1 16 and Page 17 32 are active two fixtures at a time will be selected E g Pagel 16 and Page17 32 are both active Selecting fixturel will select both fixture 1 and fixture 17 1 1 32 fixtures can be selected If the LED indicator of the button is on it means the fixture is selected The flashing LED indicators of the sliders indicate the output status of the fixture 2 Two or more fixtures can be activated or deactivated simultaneousiv E g If you want to activate or deactivate 10 fixtures press and hold the first button and then press the 10th button now fixture 1 10 will be either activated or deactivated simultaneously 2 1 3 Manual control After activating the fixtures you can both control the fixtures by pushing the sliders If the fixtures
18. ton to run the chase group The LED indicator s blinking rate will slow down which means that the chase group is running now Note Press clear to exit all running chase groups 13 2 8 Jog wheel assignment The pan tilt channel of the fixtures can be assigned to the jog wheels on the controller for easy control Press Program to enter programming mode Select lt SETX or gt SETY Select the desired fixture Move the fader of the panftilt channel until the LED indicator is lit Press lt SETX or gt SETY again to save and exit 2 9 Using the jog wheels The channel assigned to the jog wheel can be controlled by the jog wheel Step ester 1 Press E XY make sure the LED indicator is on Select the desired fixtures 3 Control the fixture with the jog wheels 2 10 Setup of slope channels The channels that have been assigned to the jog wheels will automatically have a slope assigned when the chase is running Other channels can be set up with a slope also Step Description Press program to enter programming mode Press SlopeSet Select the desired fixture Push the channels vou want to setup with slope until the LED indicators of the faders are lit Press Release and move the fader to release the selected channel Press SlopeSet again Now setup is finished The channels will have a slope when running Example To assign a slope to channel 5 8 6 of fixt
19. ure 1 Press Program gt SlopeSet gt Select Fixture 1 gt move the faders of CH5 8 CH6 until the LED indicators are lit gt SlopeSet Ok 2 11 Delete Step Description Press Del Select the item you want to delete from SCT SC2 SC3 Chasel Chase2 Chase3 Group1 Group2 lt SETX or SlopeSet Select the number buttons from 1 16 for deleting not for lt SETX gt SETY or Slopeset Item is deleted Example Delete the chase stored in number button 2 of Chase 1 Press Del gt Chasel gt 2 Ok 14 2 12 Create a master control Step Description Press program to enter programming mode Select one of the three master control buttons Dimmer1 Dimmer2 or Dimmers Select the DMX address code of the dimmer pack Move the faders vou like to add in the master control until the LED indicator of the fader is lit Repeat this for al desired faders Press Dimmer1 Dimmer2 or Dimmer3 again to save the master control Example We have an 8 channel dimmer pack The DMX address is 25 which is the start address of the second fixture in the controller Follow the steps below to program it into the Dimmer Program gt Dimmerl gt Fixture selection button 2 gt Push fader Ch1 Ch8 until their indicators are lit gt Dimmer gt Ok Now a master control is ready Fader Master will control the maximum output of Ch1 Ch8 in fixture 2 15 Maintenance The Showtec Sho
20. wdesigner 512 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 Do not use alcohol or solvents Keep connections clean Disconnect electric power and then wipe the DMX and audio connections with a damp cloth Make sure connections are thoroughiv dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power Troubleshooting Showtec Showdesigner 512 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 1 Fixture does not respond to controller Check the DMX address of the fixture and the controller Make sure they match Make sure the connections are correct 2 Interference between chases If the same channel is assigned to different running chases the one with the highest channel value will be put out 3 Note when in programming mode as long as the LED indicator is lit the value will be stored even if the value is zero 4 Except for the channels assigned to the jog wheels and the channels set with slope slope is not assigned to the other channels 5 For the master controlled channels the master sliders are valid only when the dimmer buttons are activated LED indicator is on If some channels can t be controlled please check if they are assigned to maste
21. xit the programming mode Press Program to save and exit 11 C Create the scenes first and then add the scenes into a chase Step Description Create scenes see Create a scene Press program to enter programming mode Select Chasel Chase2 or Chase3 to store the chase Select a number from 1 16 as the number of the chase If the LED indicator of the number button is lit there is already a chase stored in that number Now the light effect can be selected in the scenes or created bv adjusting the faders To select one of the scenes press SCT SC2 or SC3 Now select the desired scene to add to the chase To create an effect bv adjusting the faders select the desired fixture and adjust the faders in order to get the right effect Itis also possible to edit a selected scene After selecting a scene press ADD to add the scene to the chase The device will automatically jump to the next step Repeat step 5 6 to add a new scene Press DEL in order to delete a scene in the chase Press Insert to insert a scene Press lt SETX or gt SETY to edit the previous or next scene in the chase If the next scene is blank it will not move further Press exit for a few seconds to exit the programming mode Press Program to save and exit Note While creating a scene or chase the LED indicators of the relevant faders should be off If not you can press and hold release and then move
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