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1. Micro Spot ORDERCODE 41370 CONTROL PANEL O MODEJESC UP DOWN El SHOWELECTRONICS FOR PROFESSIONALS Congratulations You have bought a great innovative product trom Showtec The Showtec Micro Spot 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 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 Micro Spot Product Guide Warning Soe E A dus eae eee se ee Safety instructions D a doi ORC OT Ne Sle itn RSR E E E E ne A un es eeueseaad Description SAA Features and OVNEN E E E E A E CR E EE EEEE EENS ser UD ond ODO MO Nica odon OMS MIO 0 ias MUMBAI US sto bor lao DNO OOS ON as a cda Us ta tatee tenctnaenandanseiaeeseeeeunieesioadereeinaae ICO MO EEEE EE AE E S I AE EAT E E Hao EEE asec et E TE A E T E E Control Mode DMX addressing EE Functions control panel Stand A Moster SICILY SOO ee ee de eo ee De ee en et aroan ESS UNI
2. buttons DMX mode select channel 1 channel 512 MODE 2 press the MODE ESC button until the display shows HERE HERE ETT St Au and set the desired function via UP DOWN buttons as master auto mode As master sound control mode as easy controller mode and EM as slave mode Press the ENTER button confirm the function and then SEA will change to nr Un ASESI will change to Sr nf HERA will change to er n and will change to Master mode master auto mode Master mode master sound control mode BA Master mode Easy controller mode Slave mode slave MODE 3 Press the MODE ESC button until the display shows MELA GEM and set the desired function via UP DOWN buttons MEN os pan positive mode and A as pan negative mode Press the ENTER button confirm the function and the display will shows DMX or master slave mode that you selected before Pan mode Positive Pan mode Negative MODE 4 Press the MODE ESC button until the display shows ME E i ona set the desired function via UP DOWN buttons TS os tilt positive mode and CA os tilt Negative mode Press the ENTER button confirm the function and the display will shows DMX or MASTER SLAVE mode that you selected before Tilt mode Positive Tilt mode Negative MODE 5 Press the MODE ESC button until the display shows Mal REM and set desired function via UP DOWN buttons MED os LED positive mode and ETS as LED Neg
3. 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 The front PC lens will require weekly cleaning as smoke fluid tends to build up residues reducing the light output very quickly The cooling fans the gobo wheel the gobos and the internal lenses should be cleaned monthly with a soft brush Please clean internal components once a year with a light brush and vacuum cleaner Keep connections clean Disconnect electric power and then wipe the DMX and audio connections with a damp cloth Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power 16 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 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 speci
4. ES AEE E A EE eos Static Gobowheel ccc cece ence ccceennccceeenccceeeneceeeteunveceteseetanes Maintenance Replacing the Fuse Troubleshooting No Light No Movement All A S cessessessesssccccssssssssssssssssevevessssesesesestiveesesesestravsusivecevessussesseveveveseve 17 No Response to DMX Product SD CHICONIONS saone etre a ne sr tn ace del a eos dee N TA 17 17 WARNING CAUTION Keep this device away from rain and moisture Unplug mains lead before opening the housing FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START UP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation operation and maintenance of this device has to be qualified follow the instructions of this manual 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 manual modifications to the device are not subject to warranty This device contains no user serviceable parts Refer servicing to qualified te
5. Load default 14 Static gobo wheel This static gobo wheel has 9 gobos and open Shutter Dimmer Strobe The dimming 0 100 is provided by a simple mechanical shutter unit This unit may also be used for strobe effect 1 10 flashes per second Stand alone Mode The fixtures on a data link are not connected to the controller but can execute pre set programs which can be different for every fixture To set the program to be played see the page 13 Stand alone operation can be applied to a single fixture the fixture may be set to the master slave mode or controller mode or to multiple fixture operating synchronously For synchronous operation of multiple fixtures the fixtures must all be connected on a data link and one of them is set as a master master mode and the rest as slaves slave mode The DMX address of all the mm slaves are assigned to Lit and on that particular slave address only one fixture can be connected To the z in mimi fixture as the master or slave see Addressing menu Ui If the master fixture resets or runs a test program all slaves will execute these acts too You can t play or edit any program on a slave if the master is switched on and connected to the master slave chain Note Disconnect the fixtures from the DMX controller before master slave operating otherwise data collisions can occur and the fixtures will not work properly It s necessary to insert the XLR termination plug
6. ative mode Press the ENTER button confirm the function and the display will shows DMX or MASTER SLAVE mode that you selected before LED mode Positive LED mode Negative MODE 6 Press the MODE ESC button until the display shows METE EE Select the desired function using the UP DOWN buttons Press the ENTER button confirm the function and the display will shows DMX or MASTER SLAVE mode that you selected before 13 Channels 5 Channels 13 MODE 7 Select the scan angle for PAN just for Master Slave and sound control Press the MODE ESC button until the display shows GER ET Select the desired function using the UP DOWN buttons Press the ENTER button confirm the function and the display will shows DMX or MASTER SLAVE mode that you selected before PAN 540 PAN 360 PAN 180 MODE 8 Select the scan angle for TILT just for Master Slave and sound control Press the MODE ESC button until the display shows PRA GE Select the desired function using the UP DOWN buttons Press the ENTER button confirm the function and the display will shows DMX or MASTER SLAVE mode that you selected before TILT 270 TILT 18 TILT 90 MODE 9 Press the MODE ESC button until the display shows SE Press the ENTER button will system reset System reset MODE 10 Press the MODE ESC button until the display shows MER Press the ENTER button will go back to the default mode
7. chnicians 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 e Never remove warning or informative labels from the unit e Never use anything to cover the ground contact e Never run the device without lamp e Never ignite the lamp if the objective lens or any housing cover is open as discharge lamps may expose and emit a high ultraviolet radiation which may cause burns e Never lift the fixture by holding it at the projector head as the mechanics may be damaged Always hold the fixture at the transport handles e Never look directly into the light source e Never leave any cables lying around e Never unscrew the screws of the rotating gobo as the ball bearing will otherwise be opened e Do not insert objects into air vents e Do not connect this device to a dimmerpack e Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals as this would reduce the lamps life e Do not touch the device s housing bare handed during its operation housing becomes very hot e Do not shake the device Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device e Only use device indoor avoid contact with water or other liquids 2 e Only operate the fixture after having check
8. ed that the housing Is firmly closed and all screws are tightly fastened Only operate the device after having familiarized with its functions Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases Always replace the lamp when it is damaged or deformed due to the heat Always keep case closed while operating 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 before cleaning or when replacing lamp 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 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 lf the lens is obviously damaged if has to be replaced So that its functions are not impaired due to cracks or deep scratches e If device is dropped or struck disconnect mains power supply immediately Have a qualified engineer inspect for safety before operating e lf the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation e g after transportation do not switch if on immediately The arising condensation water might damage your device Leave the device switched off until if has reached room temperature e f your Showtec device fails to work properly discontin
9. ex Contact a technician for servicing if suddenly position and the fixture Is resetting the problem persists the effect The power supply settings do not Disconnect fixture Check settings No light match local AC voltage and and correct if necessary frequency LEDs broken Disconnect fixture and return to your dealer Allow fixture to cool Lamp cuts out Fixture is too hot Clean fan intermittently Make sure air vents at control panel and front lens are not blocked Turn Up the air conditioning The power supply settings do not Disconnect fixture Check settings match local AC voltage and and correct if necessary frequency 18 Product Specification Model Showtec Micro Spot Voltage 240V 50Hz CE Power 50W Fuse 1A 250V Dimensions 175x175x225mm LxWxH Weight 3 74 kg Operation and Programming Signal pin OUT pin 1 earth pin 2 pin 3 Set Up and Addressing LED control panel DMX Channels 5 13 Signal input 3 pin XLR male Signal output 3 pin XLR female Electro mechanical effects Static Gobos 9 metal gobos and open All lenses are anti reflection coated High luminous efficiency parabolic system Strobe effect with variable speed 1 flash 10 flashes sec DMX control via standard DMX controller Sound controlled via built in microphone Pan 0 540 Tilt O 270 Gobos Glass gobo heat resistant and intensify glass dichroic glas coating Max ambient tem
10. fication label for details Troubleshooting No Light No Movement All Products 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 lf 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 device to your Showtec dealers 3 The fuse Replace the fuse See page 17 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 take the controller in for repair If so take the DMX cable and the light effect to a qualified technician See next page for more problem solving 17 Probable cause s No power fo the fixture Check that power is switched on One or more And cables are plugged in completely dead Primary fuse blown Replace fuse Fixtures reset The controller is not connected Connect cont
11. hat the device Is always connected properly to the earth Description of the device Features The Showtec Micro Spot is a moving head with high output and great effects e Gobo wheel with 9 gobo s and rainbow function e 15X 1 watt LED 5x Red 5x Green 5x Blue e RGB Colour mixing system e16 bit pan tilt resolution e DMX control via standard DMX controller e 13 5 DMX control channels required e Strobe eftect with adjustable speed 1 10 flashes sec e Sound controlled via built in microphone e Auto mode music controlled master slave function e Dimmer mechanical 0 100 e Pan 0 540 e Tilt O 270 e Fuse TIA 250V Overview CONTROL PANEL O O O O DMX SIGNAL MODE JESC UP DOWN ENTER 1 Lens Backside Fig 2 2 3 4 5 2 IEC Connector Fuse 1 A 250V 3 DMX signal connector IN 4 Remote control 5 DMX signal connector OUT Set Up and Operation Follow the directions below as they pertain to your preferred operation mode Before plugging the unit in always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification voltage Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 230V power or vice versa One Micro Spot 1 Fasten the moving head onto firm trussing Use a 30 kg rated or stronger C clamp fastened onto the Micro Spot Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation 2 Plug one end of the electric mains power cord into the IEC socket on the unit The
12. l 10 Colours 22 35 RED o O 162 189 Color correction 3 190 203 Light Pink 204 217 Color correction 4 148 161 Color correction 2 218 231 Color correction 5 232 255 Rainbow effect Channel 11 LED Speed 0 255 Color change with from fast to slow Channel 12 Auto Program 8 22 Auto Program 1 Auto Program 2 Auto Program 3 Auto Program 4 Auto Program 5 Auto Program 6 Auto Program 7 Auto Program 8 sound Control sound Control 2 sound Control 3 sound Control 4 No Function sound Control 5 Sound Control 6 sound Control 7 Sound Control 8 Channel 13 Static Gobos YY y SY py VS 39 51 ele Ve 104 116 128 191 Positive rainbow effect with increasing speed 192 255 Negative rainbow effect with increasing speed 11 The Micro Spot can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand alone mode Control Panel When the indicator light is on means the Micro Spot is working CONTROL PANEL Fig 4 Control Mode The fixtures are Individually addressed Lt 9 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 disolay the saved DMX address the next time DMX Addressing The control panel on the front side of the base allows you to assign the DMX fixture address which is the first channel from which the Micro Spot will resoond to the co
13. n plug the other end of the cord into a proper electric power supply socket Multiple Micro Spots 1 Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing Use a 30 kg rated or stronger C clamp fastened onto the Micro Spot Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation 2 Use a 3 p XLR cable to connect the Micro Spots and other devices The pins l Earth 2 Signal 3 Signal 3 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 4 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 Micro Spots Set Up DMX Set up DMX 4 Master Slave Set up DMX 4 oo Fig 3 Note Link all cables before connecting electric power DMX Protocol 5 Channel Mode Channel 1 Horizontal movement Pan Push the slider up in order to move head horizontally PAN Gradual head adjustment from one end of the slider to the other 0 255 128 center The head can be turned by 540 and stopped at any position you wish Channel 2 Vertical movement Tilt Push the slider up in order to move head vertically TILT Gradual head adjustment from one e
14. nd of the slider to the other 0 255 128 center The head can be turned by 270 and stopped at any position you wish Channel 3 Shutter strobe Shutter close 8 134 Shutter open 100 0 135 239 Strobe effect from slow to fast 240 255 Shutter open Channel 4 Colours 22 35 Red 50 63 78 91 106 119 Magenta Color correction Light Green Color correction 2 Color correction 3 Light Pink Color correction 4 Color correction 5 Rainbow effect Channel 5 Static Gobos GY GY A 39 51 ele vo 104 116 128 191 Positive rainbow effect with increasing speed 192 255 Negative rainbow effect with increasing soeed 13 Channel Mode Channel 1 Horizontal movement Pan Push the slider up in order to move head horizontally PAN Gradual head adjustment from one end of the slider to the other 0 255 128 center The head can be turned by 540 and stopped at any position you wish Channel 2 Pan fine 16 bit Channel 3 Vertical movement Tilt Push the slider up in order to move head vertically TILT Gradual head adjustment from one end of the slider to the other 0 255 128 center The head can be turned by 270 and stopped at any position you wish Channel 4 Tilt fine 16 bit Channel 5 Pan Tilt Speed 0 255 Pan Tilt controllable speed with decreasing Channel 6 Shutter strobe Shutter close 8 134 135 239 240 255 Channel 7 Red Channel 8 Green Channel 9 Blue Channe
15. ntroller Please note when you use the controller the unit has 13 channels When using multiple Micro Spots make sure you set the DMX addresses right Therefore the DMX address of the first Micro Spot should be 1 001 the DMX address of the second Micro Spot should be 1 13 14 014 the DMX address of the third Micro Spot should be 14 13 27 027 etc Please be sure that you don t have any overlapping channels in order to control each Micro Spot correctly If two or more Micro Spots are addressed similarly they will work similarly For address settings please refer to the instructions under Addressing menu ALL Controlling After having addressed all Micro Spot fixtures you may now start operating these via your lighting controller Note After switching on the Micro Spot 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 Micro Spot The controller is switched off or defective the cable or connector is detective or the signal wires are swapped in the inout 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 12 MODE 1 EAN as default mode Receive DMX512 signal set the desired address via the UP DOWN
16. perature fa 40 C Max housing temperature fs 80 C Minimum distance Minimum distance from flammable surfaces 0 5m Minimum distance to lighted object 1 3m Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice CE Website www Highlite nl Email service highlite nl O HIGHLITE 19 225 mm 2007 Showtec
17. roller 3 pin XLR Out of the controller Install a phase reversing cable does not match XLR Out of the first between the controller and the first fixture on the link i e signal is fixture on the link reversed correctly but all responda erratically or not at all to the 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 Data link not terminated with 120 Insert termination plug in output jack Fixtures reset AN i Ohm termination plug of the last fixture on the link a t addressing of the fixt Check add tt some respond ncorrect addressing of the fixtures eck address setting _ Bypass one fixture at a time until normal operation is regained unplug One of the fixtures is defective and both connectors and connect them disturos data transmission on the directly together link Have the defective fixture serviced by a qualified technician Install a phase reversing cable erratically or not at all fo the controller 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 Shutter closes The gobo wheel has lost its ind
18. 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 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 projector is lowered from the ceiling or high joists professional trussing systems have to be used e Use aclamp to mount the projector with the mounting bracket to the trussing system e The projector 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 projector always make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked and staying in the area is forbidden KV p s CII FET The Micro Spot can be placed on a flat stage floor or mounted to any kind of truss by a clamp Mounting a clamp to the underside of the Micro Spot 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 Pin BROWN YELLOW COPPER FASE BLUE BLACK SILVER NUL YELLOW GREEN GREEN GREEN EARTH Make sure t
19. ue use immediately Pack the unit securely preferably in the original packing material and return if fo your Showtec dealer for service e For adult use only Movinghead must be installed out of the reach of children Never leave the unit running unattended e Forreplacement use lamps and fuses of same type and rating only e Allow time to cool down before replacing lamp e This device falls under protection class Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow green conductor to earth e During the initial start up some smoke or smell may arise This is a normal process and does not necessarily mean that the device Is defective e Repairs servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician e WARRANTY Till one year after date of purchase Avoid looking directly into the light source meant especially for epileptics CAUTION EYEDAMAGES OPERATING DETERMINATIONS This device is not designed for permanent operation Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the device will serve you for a long time without defects The minimum distance between light output and the illuminated surface must be more than 1 3 meter The maximum ambient temperature ta must never be exceeded If this device is operated in any other way than the one described in this manual the product may suffer damages and the warranty becomes void Any other operation may lead to dangers like short circuit burns electric
20. with 120 Ohm into the input of the master fixture and into the output of the last slave fixture in the data link in order to ensure proper transmission on the data link From the master s control panel it is possible to control any slave in a master slave chain Channels settings Mode 13 Channels Mode 5 Channels 1 Pan 1 Pan 2 Pan Fine 16 bit 2 Pan Fine 16 bit 3 Tilt 3 Shutter 4 Tilt fine 16 bit 4 Colours 5 Pan Tilt Speed 5 Static Gobos 6 Shutter 7 Red 8 Green 9 Blue 10 Colours 11 LED Speed 12 Auto Program 13 Static Gobos 15 Gobowheel Static Fig 5 Maintenance The operator has to make sure that safety relating and machine technical installations are to be inspected by an expert after every four years in the course of an acceptance fest 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 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 The Showtec Micro Spot requires almost no maintenance However you should

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