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- Page 1 MANUAL ENGLISH Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW Ordercode: 43700 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Set Up and Operation ............................... 7 Control Modes ................................8 One Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW (Auto Run Program + Built-in Programs) ..............8 One Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW (Manual Mode) ......................8 Multiple Helix 1800 Q4s (Master / Slave control) ....................8 Multiple Helix 1800 Q4s (DMX Control) ........................ -
Page 3: Warning
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 Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW ● Schuko to Neutrik PowerCON True1 (cable length 1,5 m) ●... - Page 4 For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only. The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW. The manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device.
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Page 5: Operating Determinations
Always let the installation be carried out by an authorized dealer! Procedure: ● If the Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW is lowered from the ceiling or high joists, professional trussing systems have to be used. ● Use a clamp to mount the Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW, with the mounting-bracket, to the trussing system. -
Page 6: Connection With The Mains
Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW 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... -
Page 7: Description Of The Device
Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW Description of the device Features The Showtec Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW is a Highpower parcan. LED Quantity: 12 x 4-in-1 RGBW LEDs DMX Modes: 4, 6, 8 Channels Beam angle: 8° Colormixing: RGBW ... -
Page 8: Backside
NOTE: Knowledge of DMX is required to fully utilize this unit. Installation Remove all packing materials from the Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed. Connect all cables. Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly. -
Page 9: Control Modes
02) Always use a safety cable (ordercode 70140 / 70141). 03) Plug the end of the electric mains power cord into a proper electric power supply socket. 04) When the Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW is not connected by a DMX-cable, it functions as a stand-alone device. -
Page 10: Multiple Helix 1800 Q4S (Dmx Control)
03) Plug the end of the electric mains power cord into a proper electric power supply socket. 04) Use a 3-pin XLR cable to connect the Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW and other devices. 05) Link the units as shown in (Fig.04), Connect a DMX signal cable from the first unit's DMX "out" socket to the second unit's "in"... -
Page 11: Fixture Linking
DAP Audio cable for the demanding user with exceptional audio-qualities and connector made by Neutrik®. Ordercode FL71150 (1,5m.), FL713 (3m.), FL716 (6m.), FL7110 (10m.). The Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand-alone mode. -
Page 12: Control Panel
When using multiple Helix 1800 Q4s make sure you set the DMX addresses right. Therefore, the DMX address of the first Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW should be 1(001); the DMX address of the second Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW should be 1+8=9 (009); the DMX address of the third Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW should be 9+8=17 (017), etc. -
Page 13: Menu Overview
Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW Menu Overview Ordercode: 43700... -
Page 14: Main Menu Options
Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW Main Menu Options Auto Run Program Built-in Programs Master / Slave Mode DMX512 (4CH, 6CH or 8CH) Manual Mode Settings Info 1 Auto Run Program With this menu you can set the Helix 1800 Q4 to the auto run program. -
Page 15: Slave Mode
Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW 08) When you select , you can press the Up / Down buttons to switch between the built-in programs. 09) You can choose 2 different sub menus. Speed from 000-100. Flash Frequency from 000-099. 10) Use the SETUP button to open one of these menus. -
Page 16: Settings
03) Press the SETUP button to confirm the reset. 7 Info With this menu you can view the temperature and version number of your Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW. 01) Press the MODE button on the device, until the display shows 7.1 Info... -
Page 17: Dmx Channels
Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW DMX Channels 4 Channels Channel 1 – Red Dimmer intensity 0-255 Red from 0 – 100% Channel 2 – Green Dimmer intensity 0-255 Green from 0 – 100% Channel 3 – Blue Dimmer intensity 0-255 Blue from 0 – 100% Channel 4 –... - Page 18 Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW Channel 5 – White Dimmer intensity (CH1 must be set between 001-255 0-255 White from 0 - 100% Channel 6 – Built-in Programs (CH1 must be set between 001-255 0-27 Program 01 28-55 Program 02 56-83...
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Page 19: Maintenance
04) If all of the above appears to be O.K., plug the unit in again. 05) If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem, do not open the Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW, as this may damage the unit and the warranty will become void. - Page 20 ● Check that power is switched on and fixtures are cables are plugged in. completely dead. Internal fuse blown. ● Return the device to your Showtec dealer Fixtures reset The controller is not connected. ● Connect controller. correctly, but all 3-pin XLR Out of the controller does ●...
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Page 21: Product Specification
Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW Product Specification Model: Showtec Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW Input Voltage: 100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz Drive current: 500 mA Power consumption: 120W max @FO (full output) Power linking: 4pcs@110V, 8pcs@240V DMX linking: 30pcs Dimensions: 317 x 179 x 345 mm (LxWxH) -
Page 22: Dimensions
Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW Dimensions Ordercode: 43700... -
Page 23: Notes
Helix 1800 Q4 RGBW Notes Ordercode: 43700... - Page 24 ©2015 Showtec...