LED Magic Flower
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1. SnowY gt LED Magic Flower ORDERCODE 43080 SHOWELECTRONICS FOR PROFESSIONALS Congratulations You have bought a great innovative product trom Showtec The Showtec LED Magic Flower 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 want showtec into 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 LED Magic Flower Product Guide Warning s PE san sn na E E E Safety instructions ur n ino it osi T E E T T EE AEEA AE EE o T E Ss One Cie in CIS p aE E E E EE EE E EE A OE AA EETA RO PR A EE E eesoeesaueus el OE UJE N EN EE ON IRIS ot nn n nn ec ae A nt E or Description A E scenes Features ane Ovenion A ni A eee eee NA STENOU AEE on n Ser Up ond OR o sans cesses tac eth ead bs ose ene ce eden a a needs COMORES stack atone o o o E One LED Magic Flower Built in Programs 1 50 Auto Run Mode One LED Magic Flower Sound CONTI ON ic inisiniisucsrccusewandssa widen io r koi nies2. Operation mode DMX512 Master Slave Sound controlled Built in Programs Static Color music controlled via built in microphone Fuse FIA 250V Dimensions 320 x 285 x 365 mm Weight 4 5 kg TE 225 mm Minimum distance Minimum distance from flammable surfaces 0 5m Minimum distance to lighted object 0 8m Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice cE Website www Showtec info Email service highlite nl 17 2011 Showtec
3. A Up Down SETUP SETUP Up Down SETUP SETUP Up Down Up Down Up Down Up Down SETUP SETUP SETUP Up Down Up Down Hold Up Down for 2 seconds 10 Main Menu Options 1 Built in Programs Auto Run Program DMX address Slave Sound controlled 6 Static Color 1 Built in Programs 1 Press the MODE button on the device until the display shows 2 With this menu you can set the Built in Program Mode of the LED Magic Flower You can choose 50 built in programs a by using the Up Down buttons 3 Press Setup to enter the built in programs Menu You can choose 2 different sub menus SPFL Program Running Speed from 01 99 and FL Flash Frequency from 00 99 Use the Setup button to scroll through the menu 2 Auto Run Program 1 Press the MODE button on the device until the display shows AUTU 2 With this menu you can set the Auto Mode of the LED Magic Flower 3 Press Setup to enter the AUTO Menu You can choose 3 different sub menus Number of Loops from 01 100 SPFL Speed from 01 99 and FL Flash Frequency from 00 99 Use the Setup button to scroll through the menu 3 DMX Mode With this menu you can set the DMX address 1 Press the MODE button until the display shows Em 2 You can choose 512 different DMX addresses Up Down Use the Up Down buttons to select the required address from CH EERE 3 Press Setup to select t
4. Connector Fuse F1A 250V 6 Installation Remove all packing materials from the LED Magic Flower 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 120V specification product on 230V power or vice versa Remove all packing materials from the LED Magic Flower 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 Control Modes There are 6 Modes 1 Built in Programs 1 50 4 Master Slave 2 Auto Program 5 Sound controlled 3 DMX512 6 Static Color Mode One LED Magic Flower Built in Programs 1 50 Auto Program Static Color 1 Fasten the effect light onto firm frussing Leave at least 0 5 meter on all sides for air circulation 2 When the LED Magic Flower is not connected by a DMX cable it functions as a stand alone device Please see page 12 for more information about the sound control options One LED Magic Flower Sound control 1 Fasten the effect light onto firm frussing Leave at leas
5. X 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 end of the mains power cord into proper electric power supply sockets Do so for all units and the controller DMX Set up DMX 5124 LL Note Link all DMX cables before connecting electric power 5 Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly Design your show according to your DMX controller functions 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 serial data link determines the number of fixtures the data link can support 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 Maximum recommended number of LED Magic Flowers on a DMX data link 30 fixtures Data Cabling To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables You can purchase DAP Audio certified DMX cables directly
6. 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 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 8m FL716 6m FL7110 10m 8 The LED Magic Flower can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand alone mode A Control Panel Control Centre Fig 5 A LCD Display D Up Button B MODE button E Down Button C SETUP Button DMX Control Mode jov The fixtures are individually addressed CHE date on a data link and connected to the controller The fixtures respond to the DMX signal from the controller When you select the DMX address and save if the controller will display the saved DMX address the next time DMX Addressing The control panel on the front side of the LED Magic Flower allows you to assign the DMX fixture address which is the first channel from which the LED Magic Flower will respond to the controller Please note when you use the controller the unit has 3 channels When using multiple LED Magic Flowers make sure y
7. gic Flower with cable 1 5m and hanging bracket eUser manual LED Expected Lifespan LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time HEAT is the dominant factor that leads to 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 lifesoan of 40 000 to 50 000 hours will be achieved under normal operational conditions If improving on this lifespan 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 CAUTION Keep this device away from rain and moisture indoor use only SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation operation and maintenance of this device has fo be qualified follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION Be careful with your operations With a dangerous voltage you can suffer 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 if is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and war
8. he number of channels you want to use You can choose 3 different channel settings Use the Up Down buttons to scroll through the menu 11 4 Master Slave Mode When the display shows a SLA the device is a slave device It will now react the same as its master 5 Sound control Mode 1 Press the MODE button on the device until the display shows Siung Turn on the music and the LED Magic Flower will react to the beat of the music Hold Up Down for 2 seconds The difference between 1 00 1 31 and 2 00 2 31 Menu ST The LEDs will keep running for 5 seconds after the sound has stopped Menu 2 The LEDs immediately stop running when the sound stops 2 Press the Up Down buttons to adjust the sound sensitivity level from 1 00 1 31 00 being the least sensitive and 31 being the most sensitive 3 When you hold down the Up or Down button for 2 seconds the menu jumps to 2 XX Press the Up Down buttons to adjust the sound sensitivity level from 2 00 2 31 6 Static Color Mode 1 Press the MODE button on the device until the display shows El 2 Use the Up Down buttons to scroll through the menu You can choose 5 different settings Red Green Blue Yellow White 12 DMX Channels 2 CHANNEL MODE ech Channel 1 Programs pO NoFunction SSS O 13 Channel 2 No function when CH1 is set to 0 Channel 2 Speed when CH1 is set between 1 249 A Channel 2 Audio Sensitiv
9. ity when CH1 is set between 250 255 AN 0 255 Channel 3 No function when CHI is set to 0 A Channel 3 Flash when CH1 is set between 1 249 Channel 3 No function when CH1 is set between 250 255 A 3 CHANNEL MODE ch Channel 1 Programs No Function 1 239 Program 38 240 255 Sound controlled Mode Channel 2 No function when CHI is set to oA Channel 2 Flash when CH1 is set between 1 249 A Channel 2 Audio Sensitivity when CH1 is set between 250 255 AN 256 CHANNEL MODE SECTE In DMX mode 256c the total is 256 channels each channel can control one fixture DMX channel relevant value over 50 CH gt 50 and relevant fixture light Up otherwise no fixture light UP DMX channels have to over 256 otherwise It will fault 14 Maintenance The Showtec LED Magic Flower 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 Do not immerse in liquid Wipe lens clean with glass cleaner and a soft cloth Do not use alcohol or solvents Keep connections clean Disconnect electric power and then wipe the 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 insoected by a
10. mage your device Leave the device switched off until if 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 fo 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 LED Magic Flower The manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device This device falls under protection class Therefore if is essential to connect the yellow green conductor fo earth For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only Repairs servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician WARRANTY Till one year after date of purchase OPERATING DETERMINATIONS e 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 meters e The maximum ambient temperature fa 45 C must never be exceeded e The relative humidity must not exceed 50 with an ambient temperature of 45 C e If this device is operated in any other way tha
11. mer s responsibility to notify and submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture Is damaged due fo 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 shioments must be accompanied with a letter defining the reason for return shipment Non prepaid return shioments 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 Features The Showtec LED Magic Flower is a light effect with high output and great effects e Power Consumption 35W e LEDS 256 RGB high intensity LEDs Red 48 Green 56 Blue 68 White 40 Yellow 44 e 2 3 or 256 DMX channels e ABC and number countdown effect e Addressing by LCD menu e Operation mode DMX512 Master Slave Sound controlled Built in Programs Static Color e music controlled via built in microphone e Fuse FIA 250V Overview Fig 1 1 Mountingbracket Adjustment screw Backside N OQ A Q Fig 2 N 0 2 Display Menu buttons 5 DMX Output 3 Safety Eye 6 Earth 4 DMX Input 7 IEC Power
12. n expert after every four years in the course of an acceptance test The operator has to make sure that safety relating and machine technical installations are to be insoected by a skilled person once a year The following points have to be considered during the inspection 1 All screws used for installing the device or parts of the device have fo 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 1 Unplug the unit from electric power source 2 Insert a flat head screwdriver into a slot in the fuse cover Gently pry Up the fuse cover The fuse will come out 3 Remove the used fuse If brown or unclear if 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
13. n 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 crash etc You endanger your own safety and the safety of others 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 lf the LED Magic Flower is lowered from the ceiling or high joists professional trussing systems have to be used e Use aclamp to mount the LED Magic Flower with the mounting bracket to the frussing system e The LED Magic Flower 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 device always make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked and staying in the area is forbidden Improper installation can cause serious damage fo 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 BROWN YELLOW COPPER FASE BLUE BLACK SILVER NUL YELLOW GREEN GREEN GREEN EARTH Make sure that the device is always connec
14. ning 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 Never look directly into the light source Never leave any cables 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 Never use the device during thunderstorms unplug the device immediately 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 Only use device indoor avoid contact with water or other liquids Only operate the device after ha
15. oo v bona dk na Multiple LED Magic Flower Master Slave control LL MUMPBIS LED Magic FlOWer EMA COMORES diese ho kn E ob obno oo ROC RO oeeeasaeeuacacousesesaastoeeneects alie See eN COMO Ona SIE EN D ROOT one EE E N KO RO r E na COM OR a sect I SS SSI EE E E E ages E MENU VER EE E EE OO PSS AO IR Oe a ee EEE DMX Mode A o S Master Slave Mode A ee OA ON IN Ola ares haw see doslo nt Tonino nr r r ben ca OTIC COOP MO S s E ns 0 ei OMA OF GIS son s st EEE PEE Ga ETE EENE EET aeqssaeu seen EE E TA OEE EET NA e E E E EA EE E E E E PSS LS T P EE EE I SA E ORE E E P E ons E P EAA EN A Maintenance hm Replacing the Fuse Troubleshooting No Light aes No Response to DMX FOdCUCI SSC IC CONS i sl a a O ag D be Die le ad lei o nn 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 fo 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 LED Ma
16. ou set the DMX addresses right Therefore the DMX address of the first LED Magic Flower should be 1 A001 the DMX address of the second LED Magic Flower should be 1 3 4 A004 the DMX address of the third LED Magic Flower should be 4 3 7 A007 etc Please be sure that you don t have any overlapping channels in order to control each LED Magic Flower correctly If two or more LED Magic Flowers are addressed similarly they will work similarly For address settings please refer to the instructions under Addressing menu AEL Controlling After having addressed all LED Magic Flower fixtures you may now start operating these via your lighting controller Note After switching on the LED Magic Flower 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 LED Magic Flower 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 fixture in order to ensure proper transmission on the DMX data link Menu Overview Built in Programs Auto Program DMX Address Slave Sound controlled O U m MODE MODE MODE MODE
17. s fixture on the link at all to the reversed controller 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 Inspect connections and cables Bad data link connection Correct poor connections Repair or replace damaged cables Insert termination plug in output jack Fixtures reset Ohm termination plug of the last fixture on the link correctly but some respond Bypass one fixture at a time until erratically or not normal operation is regained unplug at all to the One of the fixtures is defective and both connectors and connect them controller disturbs data transmission on the directly together link Have the defective fixture serviced by a qualified technician 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 that behaves erratically The power supply settings do not Disconnect fixture Check settings No light match local AC voltage and and correct if necessary frequency 16 Product Specification Model Showtec LED Magic Flower Power 240V 50Hz CE Power Consumption 35W LEDS 256 RGB high intensity LEDs Red 48 Green 56 Blue 68 White 40 Yellow 44 2 3 or 256 DMX channels ABC and number countdown effect Addressing by LCD menu
18. 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 problem areas the power supply the lamp the fuse 1 Power supply Check that the unit is plugged into an appropriate power supply 2 The LEDs Return the LED Magic Flower to your Showtec dealer 3 The fuse Replace the fuse See page 16 for replacing the fuse No Response to DMX Response Suspect the DMX cable or connectors a controller malfunction a light effect DMX card malfunction 1 Check the DMX cable Unplug the unit change the DMX cable then reconnect to electrical power Try your DMX control again 2 Determine whether the controller or light effect is at fault Does the controller operate properly with Other DMX products If not fake the controller in for repair If so take the DMX cable and the light effect to a qualified technician 15 Probable cause s One or more No power fo the fixture Check that power Is switched on fixtures are and cables are plugged in completely dead primary fuse blown Replace fuse Fixtures reset The controller is not connected Connect controller correctly but all 3 pin XLR Out of the controller Install a phase reversing cable resoond does not match XLR Out of the first between the controller and the first erratically or not fixture on the link i e signal i
19. t 0 5 meter on all sides for air circulation 2 When the LED Magic Flower is not connected by a DMX cable it functions as a stand alone device If device is set to Sour Audio then the fixture will react to the beat of the music Please see page 13 for more information about the sound control options Multiple LED Magic Flowers Master Slave control 1 Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing Leave at least 0 5 meter on all sides for air circulation 2 Use a 3 p XLR cable to connect the LED Magic Flower The pins I Earth 2 Signal a Signal 3 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 12 Built in Programs 1 50 and Music control 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 LED Magic Flowers Master Slave control os 1209C j Ce Fig 3 Multiple LED Magic Flowers DMX control 1 Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing Leave at least 0 5 meter on all sides for air circulation 2 Use a 3 p XLR cable to connect the LED Magic Flower The pins I Earth 2 Signal 3 Signal 3 Link the units as shown in Fig 4 Connect a DMX signal cable from the first Unit s DM
20. ted properly to the earth Es 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 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 fo repair or replace product s As a suggestion proper UPS packing or double boxing is always a safe method fo 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 The 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 receipt of merchandise It is the custo
21. ving familiarized with its functions Only install the device with the hanging bracket Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases Always allow free air soace 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 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 if has to be replaced by a qualified technician If the lens is obviously damaged if has to be replaced So that its functions are not impaired due To cracks or deep scratches 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 da
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