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Congratulations! You have bought a great, innovative product from Showtec. The Showtec LED Par 64 brings excitement to any venue. Whether you want simple plug-&-play action or a sophisticated DMX show, this product provides the effect you need. You can rely on Showtec, for more excellent lighting products.
Showtec Showtec LED Par 64 Product Guide ™ Warning.................…...……………..…………………………….………..… Safety-instructions……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Operating Determinations.……………………………………………………………………………………………. Rigging.………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….… Return Procedure……………………………………………………………………..........Claims……………………………………………………………………..............Description................…...………………………………………….………… Features and Overview ………………………………...….……………….………….……………………….…….. Set Up and Operation..............……..…………………………………………….. Control Modes…………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….. One LED Par 64 (Built-in Programs, Auto Run)…..…………………….…………………..……..….……….. One LED Par 64 (Sound Control)………………………………………………………………….…..………..
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.
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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.
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 1.5 meter. The maximum ambient temperature t = 45°C must never be exceeded.
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 YELLOW/GREEN GREEN GREEN...
Description of the device Features The Showtec LED Par 64 is a LED parcan with high output and great effects. • Never change lamps again! • Beam angle 45 º • DMX-512 controlled • Signal connector XLR 3-pole Male/ Female •...
Control Modes One LED Par 64 (Built-in Programs, Auto Run) 1. Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. When the LED Par 64 is not connected by a DMX-cable, it functions as a stand-alone device. Please see page 12 or 13 for more information about the built-in programs.
Multiple LED Pars (DMX Control) 1. Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation. Always use a safety cable (ordercode 70140 / 70141). 3. Use a 3-p XLR cable to connect the LED Pars and other devices. 4.
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 to 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.
The LED Par 64 can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand-alone mode. Control Panel Fig. 5 A. LCD Display D. Up Button B. CHOOSE button E. Down Button C. ENTER Button DMX Control Mode The fixtures are individually addressed on a data-link and connected to the controller.
Main Menu Options Auto DMX address Slave Sound controlled Built-in Programs 1. Auto Run Program 1) Press the MODE button on the device, until the display shows 2) With this menu you can set the Auto Mode of the LED Par 64. 3) Press Setup to enter the AUTO Menu.
5. 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 Par 64. You can choose 7 built-in programs , by using the Up / Down buttons. 3) Press Setup to enter the built-in programs Menu.
DMX Protocol The LED Par 64 can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand-alone mode. DMX Channels 5CH) Channel 1 – Red 0-255 Gradual adjustment Red from 0 – 100% Channel 2 – Green 0-255 Gradual adjustment Green from 0 –...
Maintenance The Showtec Compact Power Lightset 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.
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Problem Probable cause(s) Remedy No power to the fixture · Check that power is switched on One or more and cables are plugged in. fixtures are Primary fuse blown. · Replace fuse. completely dead. Fixtures reset The controller is not connected. ·...