LED Tube Basic Controller
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1. LED Tube Basic Controller ORDERCODE 41011 SHOWELECT RONICS FOR PROFESSIONALS Congratulations You have bought a great innovative product from Showtec The Showtec LED Tube Basic Controller 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 Thank you Showtec Showtec LED Tube Basic Controller Product Guide SR tae eee esteem E E E Safety instructions Operating DetermiNalONS yi a E EEE EE SCN Ooi cadets E E E E E E E E E tears Se ys cis EEEE OS E E ER E E E A eee sane ee Overview Backside 41010 LED WUC BASIC R ae EA i EA Ek MSNA NOUN oea E EE N E A E R a tas a Installing the WUD G PR Cuan cawabaudeubansadeuereeesesiencuent Set Up and Operation ence eee eee e eee eee sees eee ee eee eee eee enna ee ee ee eee nee EEE eee bee Eee Cel ONS seer tee a reas at an ne penne EE R E EEEE EEE EA E A SE Set up options Controller DMX controlled2. 2005 Showtec
3. Set Up EAP ee eee ee IV TR LS 121 0 CC oases desea TR TO sess E E porcine EE aa MPR UMN SO CUI ices E D a esa 2 a a on lee Product Specifications AARAA NN O1 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 PN With a dangerous voltage you can suffer PN 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 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
4. enance However you should keep the unit clean Disconnect the mains power supply and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth Do not immerse in liquid Do not use alcohol or solvents Keep connections clean Disconnect electric power and then wipe the DMX and audio connections with a damp cloth Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power Troubleshooting Showtec LED Tube Controller 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 power from the wall all cables the fuse etc 3 If all of the above appears to be O K plug the unit in again 4 If nothing happens after 30 seconds unplug the device 5 Return the device to your Showtec dealer 10 Product Specification Model Showtec LED Tube Basic Controller 41003 Voltage AC 230V 50Hz CE Input Voltage 9 12V 500mA external adapter Dimensions 180 x 125 x 49 mm LxWxH Weight 0 4 kg Model Showtec LED Tube Basic 41010 Voltage AC 230V 50Hz CE Power 12W IP Protection IP44 Led Quantitiy 48 Red 48 Green 48 Blue Dimensions 1000 x 50 x 75 mm LxWxH Weight 1 82 kg Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice CE 11
5. gging derigging or servicing the LED tube 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 to people and property Description of the device Features The LED Tube Basic Controller is designed for the more demanding user e 5 DMX Channels e Controllable DMX or Stand alone controller e 4000 Tubes can be controlled e 38 programs e DMX IN and DMX OUT Overview Fig 1 12345 6 1 LCD Display 2 Mode Change the pre programmed modes 3 Set Up Change the settings of the pre programmed modes Speed Flash Colors 4 Adjust Up Increase the DMX address or program options 5 Adjust Down Decrease the DMX address or program options 6 ON OFF Backside Fig 2 7 3 pin DMX IN connector XLR male socket used to receive DMX signals 8 3 pin DMX OUT connector XLR female socket used to send DMX signals 9 Output to LED Tube 10 Power 12V DC 41010 LED TUBE BASIC Fig 1 Signal Input Low voltage Signal Input must be connected to the Signal Output 6 of the previous tube or with the Signal Output cable from the LED Tube Basic controller 2 Ground Be sure to ground the LED tube properly 3 Mains Input Cable This cable must be connected to the Mains Output 5 of the previous tube or to any mains wall socket 4 Aluminum Tube Holder To install the tube on a surface 5 Mains Output Cable Thi
6. itch the controller on Stand alone Press MODE button to enter mode setting You can select 43 options You will find all the pre programmed scenes below Menu From Program 1 38 you can push the SET UP button and select e Tube Quantity 0 4000 Tubes e Interval 0 100 e Speed 0 100 e Flash 0 100 Set up options Controller 2 Red 7 6 Purple 8 White 9 Fast Change DMX Controlled 1 Turn the power switch on Press MODE button and select DMX Mode 2 Then press the Set Up button the display shows the current DMX starting address 3 For DMX Controlled you have to use DMX Channel 1 255 4 Then press the Set Up button again to confirm your setting 5 Now your unit is DMX Controlled You will find all the pre programmed scenes below Channel 1 Colors Ot ReD Channel 2 Setting of Speed Flash or Color combinations Channel 3 Time Interval Adjust the Time Interval from 0 255 0 100 Channel 4 Strobe 0 255 Adjust the Strobe from 0 255 Channel 5 RGB Mode For RGB Mode the Channel 5 Fader has to be set to 255 100 to be active Otherwise there will be no RGB Mode OO When you activate RGB Mode the Channels are Channel 2 Red Channel 3 Green Channel 4 Blue When you want to stop the RGB mode be sure to deactivate Channel 5 Set Up Example Data Data Data Fig 7 Maintenance The Showtec LED Tube Basic Controller requires almost no maint
7. nnectors have an IP44 protection However to have full IP44 protection you must hear a CLICK when you put the connectors together In outdoor applications you must close and seal it with silicones a lt Papas DORE Specs Bob come tees peter te M TR PR mme Fig 5 4 Test the connection between the controller and ALL LED Tubes Switch on the controller press the MODE button select TEST MODE and press the SET UP button the screen will show Connection OK if tubes are red All LED Tubes will be full red if the connection is OK 5 LED Tube Setting Press MODE select ADDRESS MODE and press the SET UP button the screen will show Initializing addr Waiting about 2 3 seconds The screen will show OK Address is done once thus finishing the setting 6 Select working mode Press MODE to select the working mode Note Please do as stated above in the 3 steps if you connect the LED Tubes for the first time or reconnect them otherwise the LED Tubes will not work correctly 7 Installation sample Each time you use more than 200 LED Tubes they have to be powered by another power source otherwise you could blow the main fuse MAIN POWER LINE 230V ey CH H Z200PCS 200PCS 200PCS Fig 6 8 Connect the signal input cable of the first LED Tube to the signal Output connector of the controller Eventually use the optional 5m or 10m extension cables 9 Connect the mains cable of the first tube to the wall socket 10 Sw
8. s cable must be connected to the Mains Input 3 of the next tube If there are no further tubes to be connected you must seal this connector against humidity if the tubes are used outdoor 6 Signal Output Installation Remove all packing materials from the LED Tube Basic Controller and the LED Tube Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed Connect all cables Installing the Tube SCREW O X ALUMINUM PANEL Y 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 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 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 1 Test each LED Tube independently before installing Connect each LED Tube separately to the mains voltage do not connect the signal cables The LED Tube is ok if it lights up in white 2 Connect the signal cables of all LED Tubes together Make sure to fasten the plastic ring well 3 Connect the mains cables of the LED Tubes together The mains co
9. 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 look directly into the light source 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 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 Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases Always disconnect power from the mains when device is not used or before cleaning Only handle the power cord by the plug Never pull out the plug by tugging the power cord 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 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 properl
10. y discontinue use immediately Pack the unit securely preferably in the original packing material and return it to your Showtec dealer for service 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 CAUTION EYEDAMAGES AN Avoid looking directly into the light source meant especially for epileptics 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 Improper installation can cause serious damage to 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 ifa LED tube is lowered from the ceiling or high joists professional trussing systems have to be used e Mount the LED tube to the trussing system e The LED tube 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 ri
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