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1. 3 Pins canon plug Pin 1 GND screen Pin 2 Signal Pin 3 Signal 5 Pins canon plug Pin 1 GND screen Pin 2 Signal Pin 3 Signal Pin 4 N C Pin 5 N C 3 Pins canon socket Pin 1 GND screen Pin 2 Signal Pin 3 Signal 1 Link the units as shown in figure 4 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 2 Supply electric power Plug electric mains power cords into each unit s IEC socket then plug the other end of the mains power cord into 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 Horizon 8 DMX Set Up with individual DMX addressing DMX Address 1 DMX Address 18 DMX Address 35 TR16 TR16 TR16 1200 0 512 m gm y mi sa CES Gal D Ai a LELLL LL LR A Fig 4 Note Link all cables before connecting electric power The Horizon 8 has a total of 11 DMX channel configurations referred to as Personalities The 11 personalities are TOUR TR16 ARC 1 AR1 D ARC 2 ARTC 3 AR3 D AR3 S HSV PIX1 PIX 3 Each of the different personalities can be accessed from the control panel 13 Control Panel D A V MENU ENTER UP DOWN B C DE Fig 5 A Display D
2. 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 Make sure that no side forces can impact on the truss system The cable insert or the female part in the device must never be strained There must always be sufficient cable to the device Otherwise the cable may be damaged which may lead to deadly electrical shocks If the external cable is damaged it has to be replaced by a qualified technician If the lens is obviously damaged it has to be replaced So that its functions are not impaired due to cracks or deep scratches If the 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
3. Horizon 8 ORDERCODE 43536 Highlite International B V Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrade The Netherlands Phone 31 45 5667700 SHOWELECTRONICS FOR PROFESSIONALS Congratulations You have bought a great innovative product trom Showtec The Showtec Horizon 8 brings excitement to any venue Whether you want simple plug amp play action or a sophisticated DMX show this product provides the effect you need You can rely 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 iwant amp showtec 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 Horizon 8 Product Guide WONING eee rg rr rere eee eee ee eee eee eee eee 3 A Age Bec RO E Um EON 3 OPSIG DSTSRMILIOMO n 5 E ara Mot aa RAA A A A A A A A A A A A A E e E E ROTU PEGE c T P S 6 epi seen P ov ei AE A Pn TPs nT PUN IY IY IY UY I SO tr ee ee 6 Descnplon orhe AVIS ae an ee a eee DMX Channel SUIMMONY ee 8 S ca m
4. e When activating the custom AUTO programs 1 10 it is possible fo control the Step Time CH2 and Fade Time CH3 DIMMER SPEED Use channel 11to select specific dimmer mode and dimmer speed When DIMMER is set OFF then RGBWA and the MASTER DIMMER are linear Dim 1 2 3 4 are speed modes of the non linear dimmer DIMI is fastest and DIM4 is slowest 25 DMX Control TR16 Dimmer Dimmer fine 2 000 255 O 100 CH2 will control the STEP TIME if CH15 is set to custom 01 10 only if CH15 141 255 Red 3 0 100 CH3 will control the FADE TIME if CH15 is set to custom 01 10 only if CH15 141 255 Red fine Green Green fine Blue Blue fine White 10 000 255 D 100 11 000 255 D 100 96 12 000 255 D 100 Macro Colors 13 000 010 No Function 011 030 Red 100 Green Up Blue 0 031 050 Red Down Green 100 Blue 0 051 070 Red 0 Green 100 Blue Up 071 090 Red 0 Green Down Blue 100 091 110 Red Up Green 0 Blue 100 111 130 Red 10076 Green 076 Blue Down 131 150 Red 100 Green Up Blue Up 151 170 Red Down Green Down Blue 10076 171 200 Red 10026 Green 100 Blue 100 White 100 Amber 100 201 205 White 1 3200K 206 210 White 2 3400K 211 215 White 3 4200K 216 220 White 4 4900K 22 225 White 5 5600K 226 230 White 6 5900K 23 235 White 7 6500K 236 240 White 8 7200K 241 245 White 9 8000K 246 250 White 10 8500K 2
5. 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 For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the device The manufacturer will not accept liability tor damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device This device falls under protection class Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow green conductor fo earth Repairs servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician WARRANTY Till one year after date of purchase s CAUTION EYEDAMAGES Avoid looking directly into the light source meant especially for epileptics 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 e The minimum distance between light output and the illuminated surface must be more than 0 5 meter e The maximum ambient temperature fa 45 C must never be exceeded s The relative humidity must not exceed 50 with an ambient temperature of 45 C e 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 e Any other operation may lead to dangers like short circuit burns electric shock c
6. 100 DMX Control ARC2 Channel Vawe Function Ss 1 000 255 0 100 2 000 255 0 100 3 000 255 0 100 White 4 000 255 0 100 DMX Control ARC3 Channel Vawe Function 1 000 255 0 100 2 000 255 0 100 3 000 255 0 100 4 000 255 0 100 Amber 5 000 255 0 100 28 DMX Control AR3 D 1 2 DMX Control AR3 S 1 2 DMX Control HSV 1 2 3 DMX Control PIX1 1 2 Vale Function Ss 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 3 000 255 0 100 e ms 000 255 0 10026 000 255 0 10026 Amber 000 255 0 100 Value 0 Function 0 000 255 O 10026 000 255 0 100 000 255 O 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 Strobe 000 255 0 100 Value 0 Function 0 Hue Color variations 000 255 0 10026 mr Saturation of color Red 000 255 0 100 Value Dimmer 000 255 0 100 Vale 0 Function Ss 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 P2 Blue 000 255 0 100 DMX Control PIX3 Channel Value Function 000 255 O 100 76 2 000 255 O 100 76 3 000 255 O 100 76 4 000 255 O 100 76 5 000 255 0 100 76 6 000 255 O 100 76 7 000 255 O 100 76 8 000 255 O 100 76 9 000 255 O 100 76 P2 Amber 10 000 255 O 100 76 Beam Angle and illuminance Intensity Dis
7. Enter the password Password up D gt down E gt up D gt down E A 3 Press the enter C button ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Setting up the keylock 1 Use the up D down E buttons to select the key menu Press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to switch the Keylock on or off If no button is pressed for 1 minute the system shuts down and can only be accessed by entering the password Releasing the Keylock 1 Enter the password by pressing up D down E up D down E Press the enter C button 2 Enter the key menu as described in step 1 3 and switch off the Keylock as decribed in step 4 Press the menu B button 20 Uploading a program from the current master device 1 Use the up D down E buttons to select the UPLD menu in the master device 2 Enter the password Password up D gt down E gt up D gt down E A 3 Press the enter C button 4 Press the enter C button to start uploading While uploading the display will show SEND 5 When the system is finished uploading the display will show OK Restoring to factory settings 1 Use the up D down E buttons to select the REST menu 2 Enter the password Password up D gt down E up D gt down E A 3 Press the enter C button to restore the device to the factory settings 4 When the system Is finished the display will show OK Colour setting 1 Use the up
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9. RPM E M rere 28 DNP CORMOLARE Re 28 IV COMORES dde den dd A ds D dd de di 28 RIE Guo DIRE IE ANS 0 o7maarecec asesaaecad nieces E 29 BMX CONTOIAR S TU 29 Bv RET d cL 29 BuPXqooaeBgbme 29 ENCORE nt TT AR 30 Beam Angle and illuminance ii eene eene eene eene 4 30 te aL cL ae i cd Erenin EE eee ees 31 REDIOG ING CHAUSSURE EE 3 MEOUDIESNOONMNG sio od dod DD LEE EM EE 3l Sie ET 3l FIOCUGCT SDEGIIGOMON secrete Mee A UN ee E M Ael 33 Warning FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START UP 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 if is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing Your shipment includes e Horizon 8 e Qu
10. serial data link determines the number of fixtures the data link can support The Horizon 8 uses up to 17 channels Important Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line To comply with the EIA 485 standard no more than 30 devices should be connected on one data link Connecting more than 30 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal Maximum recommended DMX data link distance 100 meters A Maximum recommended number of LED Pars on a DMX data link 30 fixtures 230V 12 units may be connected in series 115V 6 units may be connected in series Data Cabling To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables You can purchase DAP Audio certified DMX cables directly from a dealer distributor or construct your own cable If you choose to create your own cable please use data grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference DAP Audio Certified DMX Data Cables e DAP Audio Basic microphone cable for allround use bal XLR M 3 p gt XLR F 3 p Ordercode FLO1150 1 5m FLO13 3m FLO16 6m FLO110 10m FLO115 15m FLO120 20m e DAP Audio cable for the demanding user with exceptional audio qualities and connector made by Neutrik Ordercode FL71150 1 5m FL713 3m FL716 6m FL7110 10m 11 Control Modes There are 4 modes e Static c
11. the CAL menu and press the enter C button 2 Enter the password Password up D gt down E gt up D gt down E A 3 Press the enter C button Selecting a white color temperature 1 Use the up D down E buttons to select the CALI menu and press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to select a white color from WH 01 WHIT 11 preset color temperatures Making a custom white color 1 Use the up D down E buttons to select the CAL2 menu and press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to select RED GREN or BLUE and press the enter button 3 Use the up D down E buttons to edit the selected parameter 4 Repeat step 1 2 until you have created the optimum white color 22 Once you ve edited one color you are able to switch between R G and B by pressing the enter C button Reset white to factory settings 1 Use the up D down E buttons to select the CALR menu and press the enter C button 2 Enter the password Password up D gt down E gt up D gt down E A 3 Press the enter C button 4 When the system is finished the display will show OK 23 DMX Channels DMX Control TOUR Dimmer 1 000 255 0 100 Red 2 000 255 O 100 CH2 will control the STEP TIME CH is set to custom 01 10 only if CH9 141 255 Green 3 0 100 CH3 will control the FADE TIME if CH is set to custom 01 10 only if CH9 141 255 Blue W
12. 40 Auto 10 141 150 Custom 151 160 Custom 2 161 170 Custom 3 171 180 Custom 4 181 190 Custom 5 191 200 Custom 6 201 210 Custom 7 211 220 Custom 8 221 230 Custom 9 231 255 Custom 10 Auto Speed 10 000 255 CH10 will control the Auto speed if CH9 is set to AUTO 1 AUTO 10 only if CH9 041 140 Dimmer Speed 11 000 009 Refurn settings 010 029 Linear Dimmer 030 069 Non Linear Dimmer fastest 1 070 129 Non Linear Dimmer 2 130 189 Non Linear Dimmer 3 190 255 Non Linear Dimmer 4 slowest MASTER DIMMER e CHI controls the intensity of the currently projected color e When the fader is at 255 the intensity of the output is at its maximum RED GREEN BLUE WHITE amp AMBER SELECTION e Channels 2 3 4 5 and 6 control the overall intensity of each respective color e Channels 2 3 4 5 and 6 can be combined to create an unlimited range of colors COLOR MACROS amp WHITE BALANCE e Channel 7 selects the required COLOR MACRO and whites in different colors e Channel 7 has priority over channels 2 3 4 5 and 6 e Channel is used to control the intensity of the COLOR MACRO STROBE e CH8is the strobe channel and controls the strobe effects of CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 and CH e he Set gt Strobe menu allows you to select either Spec strobe or Clas strobe AUTO e Channel selects the preset AUTO and CUSTOM programs 1 10 e Channel has priority over channels 2 3 4 5 6 7 and 8
13. 5 255 White 11 10000K Spec Strobe 14 000 009 No strobe 010 099 Strobe slow to fast 100 109 No strobe 110 179 Lightning strobe slow to fast 160 189 No strobe 190 255 Random strobe slow tO fast Clas Strobe 000 009 O 010 019 020 029 2 030 039 3 040 049 4 050 059 5 060 069 070 079 7 080 089 8 090 099 9 26 100 109 10 110 119 1 120 129 12 130 139 13 140 149 14 150 159 15 160 169 l 170 179 17 180 189 18 190 199 19 200 255 20 Auto Custom 15 000 040 No Function 041 050 Auto 051 060 Auto 2 061 070 Auto 3 071 080 Auto 4 081 090 Auto 5 091 100 Auto 6 101 110 Auto 7 111 120 Auto 8 121 130 AUTO 9 131 140 AUTO 10 141 150 Custom 151 160 Custom 2 161 170 Custom 3 171 180 Custom 4 Custom 5 Custom 6 Custom 7 Custom 8 Custom 9 Custom 10 Auto Speed 16 000 255 CH10 will control the Auto speed if CH15 is set to AUTO 1 AUTO 10 only if CH15 041 140 Dimmer Speed 17 000 009 Refurn settings 010 029 Linear Dimmer 030 069 Non Linear Dimmer fastest 1 070 129 Non Linear Dimmer 2 130 189 Non Linear Dimmer 3 190 255 Non Linear Dimmer slowest 4 MASTER DIMMER e Channel 1 2 control the intensity of the currently projected color e When the fader is at 255 the intensity of the output is at its maximum RED GREEN BLUE WHITE amp AMB
14. D down E buttons to select the COLR menu Press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to select OFF RGBW UC OFF On RGB 255 255 255 the RGB values are not adjusted and the output is most powerful RGBW On RGB 255 255 255 The color is disolayed as you have calibrated the specific color in menu CAL2 gt RGB UC RGB output is adjusted to a standard preset universal color This way different versions of Horizon 8 s are color balanced to match each other DIMX mode setting 1 Use the up D down E buttons to select the DIMX menu Press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to select DIMI DIM4 or OFF When DIMX is set to OFF the RGBW dimmer and the master dimmer are linear DIM1 4 are speed modes of the non linear dimmer DIMI is the fastest and DIM4 is the slowest The DIMX setting has no effect in TOUR mode CURV mode setting 1 Use the up D down E buttons to select the CURV menu Press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to select CVI CV3 or OFF See the curve chart below to understand the dimmer curves 70000 100 60000 50000 1s OFF Cv1 3 Cv2 4 Cv3 40000 30000 20000 4 10000 DMX error setting 1 Use the up D down E buttons to select the DERR menu Press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to select SAVE or BLAK Select SAVE if you want to save the last DMX data in case of a DMX erro
15. Description Hue ae Saturation Value Channel Description 111860 Pl Green P1 Blue 4 P2 Red 6 P2 Blue Channel Description 7J D Q Pl Green P1 Blue P1 White P1 Amber P2 Red P2 Green P2 Blue P2 White 10 P2 Amber Overview 1 234 5 Fig 2 Filter frame quick lock DMX signal connector IN 3 pin DMX signal connector IN 5 pin Powercon input Fuse Replace with a fuse of the same rating only TSA 250V Control panel See page 14 DMX signal connector OUT 3 pin DMX signal connector OUT 3 pin Powercon output 10 Head adjustment fixing screw Installation Remove all packing materials from the Horizon 8 Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed Connect all cables Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly 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 115V specification product on 230V power or vice versa 10 Fixture Linking You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX 512 controller or TO run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set fo a master slave operating mode The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a
16. ER SELECTION e Channels 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 and 11 12 control the overall intensity of each respective color e Channels 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 and 11 12 can be combined to create an unlimited range of colors COLOR MACROS amp WHITE BALANCE e Channel 13 selects the required COLOR MACRO and whites in different colors e Channel 13 has priority over channels 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 and 11 12 e Channel 1 and 2 are used to control the intensity of the COLOR MACRO STROBE e CHl4is the strobe channel and controls the strobe effects of CH3 4 CH5 6 CH7 8 CH 9 10 and CH11 12 e he Set gt Strobe menu allows you to select either Spec strobe or Clas strobe AUTO e Channel 15 selects the preset AUTO and CUSTOM programs 1 10 e Channel 15 has priority over channels 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 and 11 12 e When activating the custom AUTO programs 1 10 it is possible fo control the Step Time CH2 and Fade Time CH3 2q DIMMER SPEED Use channel 17 to select specific dimmer mode and dimmer speed When DIMMER is set to OFF CH17 000 009 then RGBWA and the MASTER DIMMER are linear Dim 1 2 3 4 are soeed modes of the non linear dimmer DIM1 is fastest and DIMA is slowest DMX Control ARCI Channel Vawe Function Ss 1 000 255 0 100 2 000 255 0 100 Blue 3 000 255 0 100 DMX Control 1 Channel 6 Function 1 000 255 0 100 2 000 255 0 100 3 000 255 0 100 Blue 4 000 255 0
17. Up Button B Menu Button E Down Button C Enter Button DMX Control Mode The fixtures are individually addressed D001 D512 on a data link and connected to the controller When a DMX signal is present a dot behind the last digit will blink The fixtures respond the DMX signal from the controller DMX Addressing The control panel on the backside allows you to assign the DMX fixture address which is the first channel from which the Horizon 8 will resoond to the controller Please note when you use the controller the unit has up to 17 channels in TR 16 mode I E When using multiple Horizon 8 in TR 16 mode make sure you set the DMX addresses right Therefore the DMX address of the first Horizon 8 should be 1 001 the DMX address of the second Horizon 8 should be 1 17 18 the DMX address of the third Horizon 8 should be 18 17235 etc Please be sure that you don t have any overlapping channels in order to control each Horizon 8 correctly If two or more Horizon 8 s are addressed similarly they will work similarly Controlling After having addressed all Horizon 8 s you may now start operating these via your lighting controller Note After switching on the Horizon 8 will automatically detect whether DMX 512 data is received or not If There is no data received at the DMX input the dot behind the last digit will light continuously The problem may be e he XLR cable from the controller is not connected with the input of th
18. e Horizon 8 he 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 fixture in order to ensure proper transmission on the DMX data link 14 Menu overview MENU MENU K K ENTER G 000 UP DOWN G 255 ENTER B 000 UP DOWN B 255 UP DOWN ENTER w 000 UP DOWN W 255 UP DOWN ENTER A 000 UP DOWN A 255 ENTER 5 000 UP DOWN 5 020 ENTER P 000 UP DOWN 2238 ENTER P 000 UP DOWN P 255 ENTER P 000 UP DOWN P 255 ENTER P 000 UP DOWN 223 ENTER P 000 UP DOWN P 255 ENTER P 000 UP DOWN P 255 ENTER P 000 UP DOWN P 255 ENTER P 000 UP DOWN P 255 ENTER UP DOWN o 52 UP DOWN ENTER UP DOWN UP DOWN ENTER 88 BERE UP DOWN ENTER ENTER ENTER UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN 15 UP DOWN z ENTER UP DOWN 16 Main Menu Options Press the up C down D buttons fo navigate through the 8 menus Creating a static color UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN S 020 1 Select the STAT menu and press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons you to change the static colors Red Green Blue White Amber or the strobe speed 0 20H
19. e device Is always connected properly to the earth A Return Procedure A 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 accept the returned goods or any responsibility Call Highlite 0031 455667723 or mail aftersales highlite n and request an RMA prior shipping the fixture Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return Be sure fo 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 1 Your name 2 Your address 3 Your phone number 4 A brief description of the symptoms Claims he client has the obligation to check the delivered goods immediately upon delivery for any short comings 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 recei
20. gram operation the RUN MODE does not work A DMX 512 Address BEEN CN 022 1 Select the ADDR menu and press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to set the DMX address You can choose your DMX address between 001 512 18 Personality ERN C UP DOWN 1 Select the PERS menu and press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to select a DMX mode TOUR 11 channels TR16 17 channels ARC 1 3 channels AR1 D 4 channels ARC 2 4 channels ARC3 5 channels AR3 D 6 channels AR3 S channels HSV 3 channels PIX1 6 channels PIX3 10 channels Edit Custom ENTER ENTER ENTER UP DOWN ENTER UP DOWN ENTER UP DOWN ENTER UP DOWN ENTER UP DOWN ENTER UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN ENTER UP DOWN ENTER UP DOWN a Select the EDIT menu and press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to select a custom program an effect key or a color key for editing e Each custom program has 30 steps which can be edited e Each step allows the creation of a scene using RED GREEN BLUE AMBER STROBE TIMER FADE 3 Press the enter C button to edit a custom program 4 Use the enter C up D down E buttons to edit each step 19 Changing the Settings ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER UP DOWN ENTER 1 Select the SET menu and press the enter C button 2
21. he first between the controller and the first erratically or not fixture on the link i e signal is fixture on the link at all to the reversed controller e Check data quality If much lower than 100 percent the problem may be a bad data link connection poor Poor data quality quality or broken cables missing termination plug or a defective fixture disturbing the link e Inspect connections and cables Bad data link connection Correct poor connections Repair or replace damaged cables Fixtures reset correctly but Data link not terminated with 120 Insert termination plug in output jack some respond Ohm termination plug of the last fixture on the link erratically or not Incorrect addressing of the fixtures Check address setting at all to the controller e Bypass one fixture at a time until l normal operation is regained unplug One of the fixtures is defective and both connectors and connect them disturbs data transmission on the directly together link e Have the defective fixture serviced by a qualified technician s Install a phase reversing cable 3 pin XLR Out on the fixtures does between the fixtures or swap pin 2 not match pins 2 and 3 reversed and 3 in the fixture which behaves erratically e Allow fixture to cool e Make sure air vents at control panel Fixture is too hot and front lens are not blocked e Turn up the air conditioning e Disconnect fixture and return to your The po
22. hite Amber Macro Colors 7 000 010 No Function 011 030 Red 100 Green Up Blue 0 03 050 Red Down Green 100 Blue 0 051 070 Red 0 Green 100 Blue Up 071 090 Red 0 Green Down Blue 100 091 110 Red Up Green 0 Blue 100 111 130 Red 100 Green 0 Blue Down 131 150 Red 100 Green Up Blue Up 151 170 Red Down Green Down Blue 10076 171 200 Red 100 Green 100 Blue 100 White 100 Amber 100 201 205 White 1 3200K 206 210 White 2 3400K 211 215 White 3 4200K 216 220 White 4 4900K 221 225 White 5 5600K 226 230 White 6 5900K 23 235 White 7 6500K 236 240 White 8 7200K 24 245 White 9 8000K 246 250 White 10 8500K 251 255 White 11 10000K Spec strobe 8 000 009 No strobe 010 099 Strobe slow to fast 100 109 No strobe 110 179 Lightning strobe slow to fast 160 189 No strobe 190 255 Random strobe slow tO fast Clas strobe 000 009 U 010 019 020 029 2 030 039 3 040 049 4 050 059 5 060 069 6 070 079 7 080 089 8 090 099 9 100 109 10 110 119 1 120 129 12 130 139 13 140 149 14 150 159 15 160 169 16 170 179 17 160 169 16 190 199 19 24 200 255 20 Auto Custom 9 000 040 No Function 041 050 Auto 1 051 060 Auto 2 061 070 Auto 3 071 080 Auto 4 081 090 Auto 5 091 100 Auto 6 101 110 AUTO 7 111 120 Auto 8 121 130 Auto 9 131 1
23. ick lock brackets s Safety cable 1m e User manual LED Expected Lifespan LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time HEAT is the dominant factor that leads fo the acceleration of this decline Packaged in clusters LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in ideal or singular optimum conditions For this reason when all color LEDs are used at their fullest intensity life of the LEDs is significantly reduced It is estimated that a viable lifespan of 40 000 to 50 000 hours will be achieved under normal operational conditions If improving on this lifesoan expectancy is of a higher priority place care in providing for lower operational temperatures This may include climatic environmental and the reduction of overall projection intensity Safety Instructions Every 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 AN With a dangerous voltage you can suffer N a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires 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 man
24. oblem areas the power supply the LEDs and the fuse Power supply Check that the unit is plugged into an appropriate power supply The LEDs Return the Horizon 8 to your Showtec dealer Ihe fuse Replace the fuse See page 2 for replacing the fuse If all of the above appears to be OK plug the unit in again If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem do not open the Horizon 8 as this may damage the unit and the warranty will become void Return the device to your Showtec dealer 3 1 No Response to DMX Response Suspect the DMX cable or connectors a controller malfunction a light effect DMX card malfunction 1 Check the DMX setting Make sure that DMX addresses are correct 2 Check the DMX cable Unplug the unit change the DMX cable then reconnect to electrical power Try your DMX control again 3 Determine whether the controller or light effect is at fault Does the controller operate properly with other DMX products If not take the controller in for repair If so take the DMX cable and the light effect to a qualified technician See the table below for more problem solving Probable cause s One or more No power fo the fixture e Check that power is switched on fixtures are and cables are plugged in completely dead Fixtures reset correctly but all 3 pin XLR Out of the controller e Install a phase reversing cable respond does not match XLR Out of t
25. olor e Select built in programs e Master Slave e DMX512 One Horizon 8 Static Color Built in Programs When the Horizon 8 is not connected by a DMX cable and Wireless DMX is switched off it functions as a stand alone device See page 17 18 for more information about the built in programs Multiple Horizon 8 Master Slave control Use a 3 p XLR cable to connect the Horizon 8 The pins l Earth 2 Signal 3 Signal 1 Link the units as shown in Fig 3 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 You can use the same functions on the master device as described on page 17 Built in Programs This means on the master device you can set your desired operation Mode and all slave devices will react the same as the master device Multiple Horizon 8s Master Slave control MASTER SLAVE SLAVE 1200 1200 Fig 3 Multiple Horizon 8 DMX Control Use a 3 p XLR cable to connect the Horizon 8 s and other devices Occupation of the XL R connection DMX OUTPUT DMX input XLR mounting socket XLR mounting pl ug 1 Ground 1 Ground 2 Signal 2 Signal 3 Signal 3 Signal 12 The transformation of the controller line of 3 pins and 5 pins plug and socket 5 Pins canon socket Pin 1 GND screen Pin 2 Signal Pin 3 Signal Pin 4 N C Pin 5 N C
26. pt 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 Description of the device The Horizon 8 is a wireless LED Horizon 8 from Showtec Features e RGBWA colour control e Adjustable heads e A symmetric reflectors e Easy adjustable e LED Qty 32 x Red 32 x Green 32 x Blue 16 x White 16 x Amber e Refresh rate 1200Hz e Drive Current 00mA e Colour Range 16 7 million additive RGB colours with full saturation control e Input Voltage 100 240 VAC 50 60Hz e Max Power 298W powercon in and outputs e Max Flux 7200lm e Peak Intensity 8400cd e Optical System Dimmer 0 100 e Strobe 0 20Hz s Beam Angle 45 x 60 e On board Display for Auto Static colour and C
27. r Select BLAK if you want to blackout the fixture in case of a DMX error 21 Lock the SET menu 1 Use the up D down E buttons to select the SLCK menu Press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to switch the SLCK on or off Press the enter C button After you leave the SET menu you can only enter the set menu again if you enter the password nter the password JE A Password up D gt down E gt up D gt down E A 4 Press the enter C button Strobe personality setting 1 Use the up D down E buttons to select the STRB menu Press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to select either CLAS strobe or SPEC strobe STRB settings are only valid in the DMX personalities TOUR AR3 S and Tr16 MCOM setting 1 Use the up D down E buttons to select the MCOM menu Press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to select either MAST strobe or SELF strobe SELF The Horizon 8 will not send any DMX data to devices connected to the DMX OUT 7 8 connectors while in standalone mode MAST The Horizon 8 will send DMX data to devices connected to the DMX OUT 7 8 connectors while in standalone mode White Settings ENTER ENTER UP DOWN ENTER UP DOWN UP DOWN ENTER UP DOWN ENTER UP DOWN UP DOWN ENTER ENTER UP DOWN ENTER UP DOWN ENTER ENTER UP DOWN ENTER ENTER 1 Select
28. rash etc You endanger your own safety and the safety of others Improper installation can cause serious damage fo people and property Rigging Please follow the European and national guidelines concerning rigging trussing and all other safety Issues Do not attempt the installation yourself Always let the installation be carried out by an authorized dealer Procedure e the fixture is lowered from the ceiling or high joists professional trussing systems have to be used 9 Usea clamp to mount the fixture with the mounting bracket to the frussing system 9 The fixture must never be fixed swinging freely in the room e The installation must always be secured with a safety attachment e g an appropriate safety net or safety cable e When rigging derigging or servicing the fixture always make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked and staying in the area is forbidden The Horizon 8 can be placed on a flat stage floor or mounted to any kind of truss by a clamp Mounting a quicklock to the underside of the Horizon 8 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 International EU Cable UK Cable US Cable 1 BROWN YELLOW COPPER FASE L BLUE BLACK SILVER NUL YELLOW GREEN GREEN GREEN EARTH Make sure that th
29. rews used for installing the device or parts of the device have to be tightly connected and must not be corroded 2 There may not be any deformations on housings fixations and installation spots 3 Mechanically moving parts like axles eyes and others may not show any traces of wearing 4 The electric power supply cables must not show any damages or material fatigue 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 flat head screwdriver into a 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 3 Remove the used 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 Troubleshooting No Light 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 Response Suspect three potential pr
30. tribution 90 Vert Intensity cd Hori Intensity cd Average Beam Angle 5096 55 6 lluminance at Distance 2 0m 1163 1793lx 4 0m 291 448lx f X 6 0m 129 1991 6 3m 8 0m j Se 10 0m OES 47 7265 106 Distance Eavg Emax Beam Angle 55 8 Beam Width 30 Maintenance The Horizon 8 requires almost no maintenance However you should keep the unit clean Otherwise the fixture s light output will be significantly reduced Disconnect the mains power supply and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth Wipe the plastic front panel clean with glass cleaner and a soft cloth Do not use alcohol or solvents The plastic front panel will require weekly cleaning as smoke fluid tends to build up residues reducing the light output very quickly Do not immerse in liquid Keep connections clean Disconnect electric power and then wipe the DMX connections with a damp cloth Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power The operator has to make sure that safety relating and machine technical installations are to be inspected by an expert after every year in the course of an acceptance test The operator has to make sure that safety relating and machine technical installations are to be inspected by a skilled person once a year The following points have to be considered during the inspection 1 All sc
31. ual modifications to the device are not subject to warranty This device contains no user serviceable parts Refer servicing to qualified technicians only IMPORTANT Ihe 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 Never look directly into the light source Never leave any cobles lying around Never use the device during thunderstorms unplug the device immediately Never leave various parts of the packaging plastic bags polystyrene foam nails etc within children s reach as they are potential sources of danger Do not insert objects into air vents Do not open the device and do not modify the device Do not connect this device to a dimmerpack Do not shake the device Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals as this would reduce the system s life Avoid contact with water or other liquids Only operate the device after having familiarized with its functions Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases Always allow free air space of at least 50 cm around the unit for ventilation
32. ustom control e Control Protocol DMX512 e Control Personality TOUR TRI6 ARCI ARI D ARC 2 ARC 3 AR3 D AR3 S HSV PIX1 PIX3 e Dimensions 622 x 310 x 299 mm e Weight 15 kg e Housing Black anodized steel Flame retardant plastic e Colour Black e Fixture Connection DMX in out power in e Cooling Convection e Environment Dry location IP20 IP44 with optional raincover e Equipped with 4 quick locks to ensure quick rigging e Optional raincoat availlable e Operation Temperature 20 C 45 C Note Knowledge of DMX is required to fully utilize this unit Fig 1 DMX Channel Summary TOUR Channel Description Dimmer Red Green Blue White 6 Amber Color Macro white 8 Strobe a Auto amp Custom Programs Auto Speed Adjustment 1 Dimmer Speed TR16 Channel Description Dimmer Dimmer fine Red Red fine Green EE TENE Green fine Blue 8 x Blue fine 9 White White fine Amber Amber fine Color Macro Strobe Auto amp Custom Programs Auto Speed Adjustment 17 Dimmer Speed ARCI Channel Description Red Green Blue AR1 D Channel Description Dimmer Red Green 4 Blue ARC2 Channel Description Red Green Blue 4 White ARC3 Channel Description Red Green Blue White Amber AR3 D AR3 S HSV PIX1 PIX3 Channel Description Dimmer Red Green Blue White Amber Channel Description Dimmer Red 3 Green Blue 5 White 6 Amber 7 Clas eoe
33. wer supply settings do not e Disconnect fixture Check settings match local AC voltage and and correct if necessary frequency 32 Product Specification Light Source LED Qty 32 x Red 32 x Green 32 x Blue 16 x White 16 x Amber Refresh rate 1200Hz Drive Current 7OOMA Colour Range 16 7 million additive RGB colours with full saturation control Electrical Input Voltage 100 240 VAC 50 60Hz Power consumption 298W Cosg 0 96 Output Max Flux 7200Im Peak Intensity 8400cd Optical System Dimmer 0 100 Strobe 0 20Hz Beam Angle 45 x 60 Control On board Display for Auto Static colour and Custom control Control Protocol DMX512 Control Personality TOUR TR16 PIX1 PIX3 ARC1 ARI D ARC3 AR3 D AR3 S HSV PIXI PIX3 11 CHS 17CHS 3CHS 4CHS SCHS 6CHS 7CHS 3CHS 6CHS 10CHS Physical Housing Steel black anodized Flame retardant plastic IP Rating IP 20 Operation temperature 20 to 45 degrees Dimensions 622 x 310 x 299 Weight 15kg Cooling LEDs Convection no fans Cooling PSU Fan Additional Features LED display with password protection Minimum distance Minimum distance from flammable surfaces 0 5m Minimum distance to lighted object 1 3m Max ambient temperature ta 45 C Max housing temperature fg 80 C Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice Website www Showtec info Email service highlite nl 33 2013 Sho
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35. z 3 Press the menu B button to go step back You can combine RED GREEN BLUE WHITE and AMBER to create an infinite range of colors 0 255 Red White Set the value of the red LEDs 0 255 Set the value of the white LEDs 0 255 Green Amber Set the value of the green LEDs 0 255 Set the value of the amber LEDs 0 255 Blue Strobe Set the value of the blue LEDs 0 255 Set the value of the flash 0 20Hz 17 Activating an Auto Program BEN CU UP DOWN li 10 3 Press enter C after selecting the desired auto program You can set up the auto speed of the 10 ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN Select the AUTO menu and press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to select an auto program AT 01 10 or a custom program PR 01 built in programs between 000 255 You can also edit 10 custom programs Run Mode on REN Select the RUN menu and press the enter C button 2 Use the up D down E buttons to select the desired working mode s DMX mode is used when working with a DMX512 controller to control the Horizon 8 or use the Horizon 8 as master during a Master Slave operation e SLAVE mode is for using the device as a slave during a Master Slave operation A When the fixtures are in Auto pro

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