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- Page 1 Quatro ORDERCODE 50462...
- Page 2 Congratulations! You have bought a great, innovative product from Showtec. The Showtec Quatro 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Showtec Showtec Quatro Product Guide ™ Warning..…...................……………………………………….… Safety-instructions…………………………………………………………………………………………... Operating Determinations……………………………………………………………………………..Rigging……………………………………………………………………………………………………..Description..…................……….………………………………... Features and Overview ………………………………...….……………….………….………………..Backside…………………………………………………...…...….……………….…………………...…..Installation................…...…………………………………….….. Installing the Lamp ............………………………………………..……… Set Up and Operation..............……..……………………………….. Quick Reference Table..............…..……………………………….. Multiple Quatro’s............…..……………………………………………... Chase Mode..............…..…………………………………………..Receive Mode..............…..…………………………………………. Separate and Parallel…..............…..……………………………….. Link-Up...............…..……………………………………………………. Maintenance...................………..………….…….……………. -
Page 4: Warning
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. -
Page 5: Operating Determinations
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. -
Page 6: Rigging
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: If the Quatro is lowered from the ceiling or high joists, professional trussing systems have to be used. -
Page 7: Description
Description of the device Features The Showtec Quatro is a light effect with high output and great effects. • 4x 500W Colourmixing • 4 channel chaser with 16 built-in programs • 4 channel DMX dimmer pack with 4 individual DMX addresses •... -
Page 8: Backside
Backside Fig. 3 1) Midi In This connector accepts MIDI Note Number 2) Midi Thru This connector sends MIDI Note Number through to the next MIDI device. 3) Monitor LEDS Indicate the activities of corresponding channels. 4) LCD Display Reads current function state or activity. 5) Menu Buttons (Mode, Menu, Up, Down) MODE: Selects operating mode from Receive/ Chase modes. -
Page 9: Installation
Installation Installing the Lamp The Showtec Quatro uses 4x R7-S (ordercode 82282) bulb as manufactured by all popular manufacturers. Use only the appropriate lamp for your unit. Note that, product versions that use other lamps may be offered in the future. Check your product specification label for information. -
Page 10: Quick Reference Table
Quick Reference Table Multiple Quatro’s 1. Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing (Use a 30-kg rated or stronger C-clamp fastened onto the Quatro ). Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation. 2. Use a 3-p XLR cable to connect the Quatro’s and other devices. The pins: Earth Signal -... -
Page 11: Chase Mode
Chase Mode Press Mode button to select Chase Mode. Tap ▲ or ▼ button to your wanted chase from 16 different built-in chases. Press Menu Button to adjust the chase speed. Use ▼ or ▲ button to get your desired speed value. Press Menu Button to adjust light intensity of all four channels. -
Page 12: Receive Mode
Receive Mode Press Mode Button to select Receive Mode. Use ▼ or ▲ button to set MIDI in channels Press Menu Button to select DMX addressing, the Segment Display shows "A" followed by three numbers. Use ▲ or ▼ button to adjust the value from 001-512. Press Menu Button until "Nor"... -
Page 13: Separate And Parallel
Press Menu Button to select Master dimmer setting. Use ▲ or ▼ button to adjust the light intensity of all four channels. Separate and Parallel In Receive Mode, press Mode button first, then press Menu button, signal input method will switch between Separate and Parallel. In Separate state, continuous 4 channel DMX signal and 21 Note Numbers can be received. -
Page 14: Link-Up
Link-Up This product can work with more than one unit through link-up easily and conveniently. All other link-up units are controlled by the first one and change of work state set will change all. There is time-delay with the max. 0.4 sec. change when the function set change is transmitted to the next unit. -
Page 15: Maintenance
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 Quatro requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean. Otherwise, the fixture’s light-output will be significantly reduced. -
Page 16: Product Specifications
Midi Input 5-pin socket Midi Thru 5-pin socket Lamp Allowed lamp models*: 4 x Showtec R7S 500W (1500 hr) ordercode 82282 Minimum distance: Minimum distance from flammable surfaces: 0.5m Minimum distance to lighted object: 1.3m *: Versions for other lamps may be produced. Please check the specification label on your product. -
Page 17: Appendix: Midi Implementation Chart
Showtech Date:15-04-2008 Model: Quatro MIDI Implementation Chart function Transmitted Recognized Remarks basic channel Default Changed 1-16 Mode Default Messages Altered Note number 00-20/ 36-56 *1 True voice Velocity Note ON Note OFF After touch Key's Channel Pitch bend Control change Prog Change True# SysEx... - Page 18 Table 2: note numbers F36 Mode parameter note number function Intensity channel 1 Controls the intensity of channel 1 Intensity channel 2 Controls the intensity of channel 2 Intensity channel 3 Controls the intensity of channel 3 Intensity channel 4 Controls the intensity of channel 4 Preset 1 - 16 40 to 55...