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- Page 1 MANUAL ENGLISH SM-16/FX Ordercode: 50702 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
SM-16/2 FX Table of contents Overview ..................................... 2 Specifications ................................2 Installation ................................... 3 Safety instructions ................................. 3 Connection with the mains............................5 Description of the device ..............................7 Front panel ..................................7 Back panel ..................................8 Glossary ................................... 9 Patching ....................................10... -
Page 3: Overview
Dimensions ..................................22 Overview The SM-16/2 FX DMX controller can control 16 fixtures simultaneously. It is equipped with built-in shape effects of pan/tilt circle, RGB rainbow and varieties of chases etc. Also 16 playbacks and 10 built-in shapes can be output simultaneously. Faders can be used to output scenes, chases, shapes and adjust the intensity of the dimmer channels in the chases. -
Page 4: Installation
Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing. Your shipment includes: ● Showtec SM-16/2 FX ● IEC Power cable 1,5 m ●... - Page 5 Allow time to cool down, before replacing lamp. The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the SM-16/2 FX. The manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device.
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Page 6: Connection With The Mains
SM-16/2 FX 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 maximum ambient temperature ta = 45°C must never be exceeded. -
Page 7: Return Procedure
SM-16/2 FX Return Procedure 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. -
Page 8: Description Of The Device
SM-16/2 FX Description of the device Features The 50702 SM-16/2 FX is a light controller from Showtec. Intelligent light DMX controller 256 DMX512 channel numbers Patchable channels for each fixture Ready-to-use Shape Engine Show backup on USB flash drive (FAT32 supported) ... -
Page 9: Back Panel
SM-16/2 FX 04) Channel or playback Faders: To control the different channels with the faders. When the indicator of a scene or a chase button is on, the faders are used to control the playback. 05) Playback page: When the indicator of a playback page button is on, the unit buttons are used to control the playback. -
Page 10: Glossary
Fade out: The intensity of the light changes from bright to darkest. ● Record by fixture: This is the normal mode of the Showtec SM-16/2 FX It means that when you record a scene, all attributes of each fixture you have selected are recorded in the scene. So, if you change only the position of a fixture, the color, gobo, intensity and all other attributes of that fixture, those are recorded as well. -
Page 11: Patching
SM-16/2 FX Patching The SM-16/2 FX can operate fixtures directly without patching. The default channel number is 16 for each fixture. However, if the fixtures are patched, you can use the built-in shape engine. Patch Fixture 01) Activate <Fixture> 02) Press <Setup> in the initial menu. -
Page 12: Shapes
You can run up to 2 shapes at a time by repeating the procedure mentioned above. The SM-16/2 FX supports up to 10 shapes to run simultaneously. -
Page 13: Record A Running Shape Onto A Playback Fader
SM-16/2 FX Record a running shape onto a playback fader This function you have to use to playback a shape. 01) Press record. 02) Press <A> to select record Scene 03) Select the desired mode (record by fixture/channel, mode 0, 1, 2 or 3). For more info see page 13-15. -
Page 14: Scene
“Off” function to achieve this effect. HTP and LTP channels The SM-16/2 FX can treat control channels in three ways: Dimmer or intensity channels work on the principle of “highest takes precedence” (HTP). If an HTP channel is turned on at different levels in several scenes, the highest level will be output. -
Page 15: Playback A Scene
SM-16/2 FX Moving light channels work on the principle of “latest takes precedence” (LTP). The latest change takes over from any other value. So the most recent scene to be turned on, is the one which has an output. When you fade a scene, LTP channels do not normally fade (though you can make them if you want, except for channels set to instant). -
Page 16: Delete A Scene
SM-16/2 FX Delete a scene With this function you are able to delete a selected scene. 01) Activate a scene page. 02) Press the <Delete> button. 03) Press a desired Unit button. 04) Press the Unit button again to delete. -
Page 17: Chase
Set the LTP fade time to 0 to use this mode. Chase With the SM-16/2 FX controller you are able to edit one chase with up to 100 steps. There are 16 chase buttons on 5 pages. A total of 80 chases can be stored. -
Page 18: Add A Step
SM-16/2 FX Fade Time: For example, a fixture is moving from point A to point B. The fade time is set to 3 seconds, the movement of the fixture from point A to point B will last for 3 seconds. -
Page 19: The Global Time Of A Chase
SM-16/2 FX The global time of a chase With this function you are able to set the global time of a chase: 01) Press <Time>. 02) Press a Chase button. 03) Press <Up>/<Down> to turn the pages. 04) Press <A>/<B> to select an option. -
Page 20: Advanced Options
SM-16/2 FX Advanced options Each chase has several options to influence the parameters of the chase. Select the desired chase by pressing the Unit button of the chase. Select <A>[Chase Parameters] to change the parameters of the chase. You can scroll through the options with the <Up>/<Down> buttons, the options are: ... -
Page 21: Maintenance
05) If nothing happens after 30 seconds, unplug the device. 06) If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem, do not open the SM-16/2 FX, as this may damage the unit and the warranty will become void. -
Page 22: Product Specifications
SM-16/2 FX Product Specifications Model: Showtec SM-16/2 FX Power Supply: 230VAC (50Hz) Fixtures: 16 (each 32 channels) Scenes: 80 (5 banks) Chases: 80 (5 banks) Total Chase Steps: Run mode: Auto, Manual Patch mode: Each fixture free assignable channels Output:... -
Page 23: Dimensions
SM-16/2 FX Dimensions Ordercode: 50702... - Page 24 ©2015 Showtec...