Arc-Pod driver
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1. Arc Pod driver ORDERCODE 41359 SHOWELECTRONICS FOR PROFESSIONALS Congratulations You have bought a great innovative product from Showtec The Showtec Arc Pod Driver 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 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 l Thank you Showtec Showtec Arc Pod Driver Product Guide EI Re tne A cine gene RER eri seek de EA Safety instructions Operating Determinations EOS CN Oars aci azotate aa ei a oe ee e elena e tan a i E FoU Soret cscs ION ia ia a Bu i a ATI n a a A gi a pa a a a la 3 A ete af au Overview Backside Installation EI RE SR RC O NI RR PDA dotare RR NI RDI REDA RO e set Up ANG Operationi msn sens oaie ei ken arnesi arie ei da ari die dala er d aie n ara ai aa ie Men NS cois ir i bre a at MCRNUOVeRIO ir ien anu a CARS i e pren enne SONIA a VOC RAN e a seca i aa a daca E N i a a do n aa e d NA e ca at e Selecting an Au2. amp Ch4 when at their highest position 255 RED GREEN amp BLUE will be at 100 intensity RED GREEN amp BLUE COLOR SELECTION CH2 CH3 Ch4 control the intensity ratio of each of the RED GREEN amp BLUE LEDs When the slider is at the highest position 255 the intensity of the color is the maximum STROBE amp EFFECT STROBE CH5 amp CH6 are strobe channels and both control the strobe effects of CH2 CH3 CH4 amp CH1 CH5 is a standard strobe effect with adjustable speed CH6 is an effect strobe with adjustable speed Effect strobe is with the RED GREEN amp BLUE LEDs flashing at different intervals CH5 has priority over CH6 CH5 must be at its lowest position 0 to activate Ch6 AUTOMATIC CONTROL Ch7 has two different kinds of AUTOMATIC modes Auto Mode A amp Auto Mode B Auto Mode A allows the user to select LED MODULES Auto Mode B is fully automatic and does not allow the user to select LED MODULES LED MODULE SELECT CH8 amp Ch9 When CH8 amp CH9 are at the lowest position 0 of the slider the POWER HUB controls the full range of LED MODULES Select an individual LED MODULE by positioning DMX sliders over the target value for both CH8 amp CH9 CH8 amp Ch9 will only activate control of the target LED MODULE when both sliders are at the required DMX value LED MODULE LOCK When using CH8 amp CH9 to select LED MODULE moving CH10 to the highest position 255 will lock the se
3. 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 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 Never leave any cables lying around 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 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 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 e 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 rea
4. not be corroded 2 There mav not be anv 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 The Arc Pod Driver 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 Keep connections clean Disconnect electric power and then wipe the audio connections with a damp cloth Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power Troubleshooting Showtec Arc Pod Driver 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 If the device does not operate properly unplug the device 2 Check the Axium Spot or Axium Bar power from the wall all cables etc 3 If all of the above appears to be O K plug the unit in again 4 If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem do not open the Arc Pod Driver as this may damage the unit and the warranty will become void 5 Return the device to your Showtec dealer 13 Product Specification Model Showtec Arc Pod Driver Voltage AC 230V 50Hz CE Powerconsumption 280W Dimensions 49
5. 3 x 340 x 94 mm LxWxH Weight 8 kg Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice CE 14 Spare Parts y s a Item O 1 N SIGNAL OUT DMX IN OUT 2 POWER SOCKET 3 FAN PCB LCD DISPLAY 6 POWER ON OFF SWITCH 7 POWER SUPPLY 8 15 2006 Showtec
6. ect control of the LED MODULE it is recommended to use the scenes P Q R S amp T for this purpose Fixture Select the fixtures to be powered ON 1 in the scene 1 ON 0 OFF Each fixture is represented by a number or a letter 1234567890AB Red Set the value of the red LEDs 0 255 Green Set the value of the green LEDs 0 255 Blue Set the value of the blue LEDs 0 255 Flash Set the value of the strobe 0 20Hz Scene Time Set the time for the scene 0 255 lt Each unit is 30 seconds gt Fade time Set the fade time for the scene 0 10 lt Each unit is 3 seconds gt 7 Building a Program Enter the Program menu and select the target program to be edited Each program has 10 steps Select scenes from A to O for each step of the program A scene mav be used as manv times as necessarv Select the target program in order to displav Selecting an Auto Mode Select the target Auto mode in order to displav Edit Plav the Schedule Enter the Schedule menu and select whether to Edit Schedule or Plav Schedule Select Edit Schedule to adjust program and time settings Select program to ON OFF and edit schedule start and end plav time Select Plav Schedule to activate Setting the Clock Enter the Clock menu to set the date and time Operation Mode Enter the Work Mode menu to set operation mode Select Master for direct control of lights from current POWER HUB Select Slave for input si
7. gnal from Master POWER HUB Select DMX512 for input signal from DMX512 controller DMX Address Enter the DMX address mode to set the DMX address Activate the Password Enter the Password mode to set password VES NO When password is activated displav will demand password after idle 10 minutes Password SET gt SET gt UP UP gt DOWN gt DOWN gt SET DMX Protocol Channel 1 Dimmer intensity 0 255 From black to brightest Channel 2 Red 0 255 Gradual color change from White 0 to Full Red 255 Channel 3 Green 0 255 Gradual color change from White 0 to Full Green 255 Channel 4 Blue 0 255 Gradual color change from White 0 to Full Blue 255 Channel 5 Strobe Shutter closed Blackout 12 255 Strobe from slow to fast 0 10 flashes sec Channel 6 Effect Strobe 0 11 Shutter closed Blackout 12 255 Effect Strobe from slow to fast 0 10 flashes sec Channel 7 Automatic Control 0 19 No Function 20 39 Auto Mode A 1 40 59 Auto Mode A 2 10 Channel 8 LED Module Select 1 Channel 9 LED Module Select 2 Channel 10 LED Module Lock Unlock all LED Modules A 254 No Function Lock selected LED Module 11 DMX Operation DIMMER CH1 controls the overall intensity of the LED MODULE If CH1 is at the lowest position 0 then the overall intensity of all LEDs is zero and no output is seen When CHI is at the highest value 255 then CH2 CH3
8. into a 19 rack 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 Connect the controller with the Axium Bars and then connect the Axium Controller with the power 3 334 334 3534 as a sa a gt as 3 TSN da 44233 4 33 1 29 23 33 44 33 44439 3734 373 9 4334 34 43 3334 13474 334 333 333 333 333 133 7 4 8 9 4 0 A B Pay CE gt B Aro ee ze 2 5 LA eto st tf st to LA Ere e pe e l en e Er r Er 4 r Ere ta Ip put leent ppt pt pet OT Lei chi ne tet ne fet Le chi Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly fr i aa i Ta EW Press N MENU OVERVIEW IN Press MENU Creating a Scene Enter the Scene menu and select the target scene to be created or edited In total there are 20 independent scenes which can be created A T P Q R S 8 T are static scenes and cannot be used in building programs Adjusting the values in these 5 scenes will not change anv of the scenes used in programs For simple display of scenes and dir
9. lection It is then possible to make another selection with CH8 amp CH9 and to lock this position by moving CH10 to the highest position 255 After each selection the user is able to either move the CH10 slider to a position in the center in order to not lock position that are not intentionally selected and then move the slider to the top of the slider when the LED MODULE to be locked is confirmed as being correct It is also possible to leave the CH10 at the top It is possible to automatically lock the LED MODULEs selected by CH8 amp CH9 by positioning the CH10 slider the slider and just use CH8 amp CH9 to select the target LED MODULE It is not possible to lock all of the LED MODULEs at the same time The user can operate locked LED MODULEs by positioning the CH10 slider in the top position and with CH8 amp CH9 in different positions To remove all locked LED MODULEs the CH10 slider must be in the lowest position 12 Maintenance The operator has to make sure that safetv relating and machine technical installations are to be inspected bv an expert after everv four vears in the course of an acceptance test The operator has to make sure that safetv relating and machine technical installations are to be inspected bv a skilled person once a vear The following points have to be considered during the inspection 1 All screws used for installing the device or parts of the device have to be tightly connected and must
10. r 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 engineer 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 e For adult use only The device must be installed out of the reach of children Never leave the unit running unattended e For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only e Repairs servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician e WARRANTY Till one year after date of purchase OPERATING DETERMINATIONS 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 Rigging Please follow the European and national guidelines concerning rigging trus
11. sing and all other safety issues Do not attempt the installation yourself Always let the installation be carried out by an authorized dealer Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property Description of the device Features The Arc Pod Driver is a LED controller from Showtec RGB Dimmer 0 100 Strobe Clock amp Timer Program Schedule Individual control of each LED module Powerful automatic programs 10 User self programmable sequences LCD display Power up to 12 Arc Pod LED devices For use with Arc Pod 41351 Overview i232 1 Menu 5 LCD Displav 2 Set 6 Signal 3 Up 7 Power 4 Down Backside fina cure Bim h i mim iria cih art betes bdi A ji CRETE h H IN POWER OUT J IN OMS QUT 12 4 5 6 7 DRIVE OUT 0 VSS 8 Power In 11 DMX Out 9 Power Out 12 Fan 10 DMX In 13 12x Output for Arc Pod fixture 4 Fig 1 Fig 2 NOTE This device is essential when using the Arc Pod Please make sure to check the voltage of your Arc Pod before buying or using your Arc Pod Driver Damages caused by non observance are not subject to warranty The Arc Pod Driver can handle 12 Arc Pods Pay attention to this when connecting multiple Arc Pods to one driver Installation Remove all packing materials from the Arc Pod Driver Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed Screw the equipment
12. to Mode Edit Play the Schedule DO vi af ME EA O ELCO ONS Sn ae d Dr au in aa a e nana Ba rara tt a eat de ai DVA AJOU E SS ns noni tii O a ia lt al ae a aa a li i a li O nf tr at Activate the Password TIVE Protocol sooo ama aice lat Bl en ci a a bait e sa a snt A a a an a i ni n e ru Ala Bl Br DMX Operation O O O O O CO COND O Maltei an i e atei dai E i apa aa li i dp at iona n a tt TFoublesnootind retina eat te ai l ree Product SDECINCALIOII a saca inoate ge tac e pat ati ta eine ta ea it eta d at a aim ruta Sale l mii ca d A E ul eri n an n ani au 13 TS 14 19 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 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
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