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Summary of Contents for SHOWTEC Beacon 360 V2
- Page 1 MANUAL ENGLISH Beacon 360 Ordercode: 45051 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Beacon 360 Table of contents Warning ....................................2 Unpacking Instructions ..............................2 LED Expected Lifespan ..............................2 Safety Instructions ................................. 2 Operating Determinations ............................4 Rigging .................................... 4 Connection with the mains............................5 Return Procedure ................................6 Claims ....................................6 Description of the device .............................. -
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 Beacon 360 • 1 mounting bracket •... - Page 4 Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature. • If your Showtec device fails to work properly, discontinue the use immediately. Pack the unit securely (preferably in the original packing material), and return it to your Showtec dealer for service.
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Page 5: Operating Determinations
Beacon 360 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 bigger than 1 meter. -
Page 6: Connection With The Mains
Beacon 360 Mounting a clamp to the underside of the Beacon 360 moving head Improper installation can cause serious injuries to people and/or damage of property ! Connection with the mains Connect the device to the mains with the power plug. Always check if the right color cable is connected to the right place. -
Page 7: Return Procedure
Beacon 360 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. Call Highlite 0031-455667723 or mail aftersales@highlite.nl and request an RMA prior to shipping the fixture. -
Page 8: Description Of The Device
Beacon 360 Description of the device Features The Showtec Beacon 360 is a moving head fixture with high output and great effects. • Beam Angle: 8° • Power consumption: 63 W • LCD display • 9, 20 Channels • 360° pan and 360° tilt •... -
Page 9: Backside
Beacon 360 Backside Fig. 02 04) Blue Pro power connector IN 05) Grey Pro power connector OUT 06) 3-pin DMX signal connector IN 07) 3-pin DMX signal connector OUT 08) Ground/earth connection 09) Power switch ON/OFF 10) Fuse 3A/250V Installation Remove all packing materials from the Beacon 360. -
Page 10: Control Modes
Beacon 360 Control Modes There are 5 modes: Built-in programs (stand-alone) Manual mode Built-in programs (stand-alone) Sound-controlled Master/Slave DMX-512 (9CH, 20CH) One Beacon (Stand-alone and Manual) 01) Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. 02) Always use a safety cable (ordercode 70140 / 70141). -
Page 11: Multiple Beacons (Dmx Control)
Beacon 360 Multiple Beacons (DMX Control) 01) Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation. 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) Use a 3-p XLR cable to connect the Beacons and other devices. -
Page 12: Fixture Linking
Beacon 360 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 of 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. -
Page 13: Control Panel
Beacon 360 Control Panel A) LCD display ESC button C) SETUP button D) UP button DOWN button Fig. 05 Control Mode The fixtures are individually addressed on a data-link and connected to the controller. The fixtures respond to the DMX signal from the controller. (When you select the DMX address and save it, the controller will display the saved DMX address the next time.) DMX Addressing The control panel on the front side of the base allows you to assign the DMX fixture address, which is the... -
Page 14: Menu Overview
Beacon 360 Menu Overview Ordercode: 45051... -
Page 15: Main Menu Options
Beacon 360 Main Menu Options DMX-512 Mode Channel Mode (9CH, 20CH) Show Mode Manual Control mode Master/Slave Mode Sound-controlled Mode Pan Reverse Mode Tilt Reverse Mode Display settings Software Version Restoration of Factory Settings Setting Reset Auto Test Mode 1. DMX-512 Mode 01) While in the main menu, press the UP and DOWN buttons until the display shows 02) Press the SETUP button to enter the menu. -
Page 16: Manual Control Mode
Beacon 360 4. Manual Control Mode In this menu it is possible to manually adjust the device’s settings. 01) While in the main menu, press the UP and DOWN buttons until the display shows 02) Press the SETUP button to enter the menu. 03) Press the UP and DOWN buttons to toggle between the following settings: Tilt Red Color... -
Page 17: Master/Slave Mode
Beacon 360 5. Master/Slave Mode 01) While in the main menu, press the UP and DOWN buttons until the display shows 02) Press the SETUP button to enter the menu. 03) Press the UP and DOWN buttons to toggle between the following slave modes: Normal slave mode Mirror slave mode 04) Press the SETUP button to confirm your choice. -
Page 18: Display Settings
Beacon 360 9. Display settings 01) While in the main menu, press the UP and DOWN buttons until the display shows 02) Press the SETUP button to enter the menu. 03) Press the UP and DOWN buttons to toggle between the following options: Display always ON Display OFF after 10 seconds. -
Page 19: Dmx Channels
Beacon 360 DMX Channels 9 channels Channel 1 – Horizontal movement (Pan) 0-127 Manual pan adjustment, between 0-360 ° 128-191 Clockwise rotation, from fast to slow 192-255 Counterclockwise rotation, from slow to fast Channel 2 – Vertical movement (Tilt) 0-127 Manual tilt adjustment, between 0-360 °... -
Page 20: Channels
Beacon 360 20 channels Channel 1 – Manual horizontal movement (Pan) 0-255 Manual pan adjustment, between 0-360 ° Channel 2 – Pan 16-bit 0-255 Manual 16-bit pan adjustment Channel 3 – Manual vertical movement (Tilt) 0-255 Manual tilt adjustment, between 0-360 °... - Page 21 Beacon 360 Channel 17 – Strobe effect LED 2 Strobe OFF 7-128 Random Strobe, from slow to fast 129-255 Linear Strobe, from slow to fast Channel 18 – Color settings 0-15 Not functional 16-55 Color switch, effect 1 56-95 Color switch, effect 2 96-135 Color switch, effect 3 136-175...
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Page 22: Maintenance
Beacon 360 Maintenance The Showtec Beacon 360 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. Wipe the front glass panel clean with glass cleaner and a soft cloth. - Page 23 Beacon 360 Problem Probable cause(s) Solution One or more • Check if power is switched on and No power to the fixture fixtures do not cables are plugged in function at all Primary fuse blown • Replace fuse Fixtures reset The controller is not connected.
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Page 24: Product Specifications
Beacon 360 Product Specifications Model Showtec Beacon 360 Input Voltage: 100~240VAC 50/60Hz Power consumption: Fuse: 3A/250V Dimensions: 241 mm x 145 mm x 313 mm (LxWxH) Weight: 5 Kg Operation and Programming Signal pin OUT: pin 1 earth, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+) -
Page 25: Dimensions
Beacon 360 Dimensions Ordercode: 45051... -
Page 26: Notes
Beacon 360 Notes Ordercode: 45051... - Page 27 Beacon 360 Ordercode: 45051...
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