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- Page 1 MANUAL ENGLISH Stage Blinder 8 DMX Ordercode: 30774 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Stage Blinder 8 DMX Table of contents Warning ....................................2 Safety Instructions ................................. 2 Operating Determinations ............................4 Rigging .................................... 4 Connection with the mains............................4 Return Procedure ................................5 Claims ....................................5 Description of the device ..............................6 Frontside..................................6 Backside .................................. -
Page 3: Warning
Your shipment includes: Showtec Stage Blinder 8 DMX with a fixed power cable, without a plug (1 m) User manual... - Page 4 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.
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Page 5: Operating Determinations
Stage Blinder 8 DMX 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 2 meters. -
Page 6: Return Procedure
Stage Blinder 8 DMX 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 7: Description Of The Device
Stage Blinder 8 DMX Description of the device Features The Stage Blinder 8 DMX is a LED system from Showtec. Input voltage: 240V AC, 50Hz Power consumption: 2 x 2600W Light source: 8 x Par 36 120V/650W (DWE) ... -
Page 8: Backside
Fig. 03 Installation Remove all packing materials from the Showtec Stage Blinder 8 DMX. Check if 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: Installing The Lamp
The Stage Blinder 8 DMX uses the Par 36 G53 Screw MFL GE 120V/650W (DWE) bulb (ordercode 80117) or the Showtec Par 36 120V/650W (DWE) bulb (ordercode 82163), as manufactured by all popular manufacturers. Use only the appropriate lamp for your unit. -
Page 10: Control Modes
Stage Blinder 8 DMX Control Modes There are 3 modes: • Auto mode • Manual mode • DMX-512 One Stage Blinder (Auto Mode) 01) Fasten the effect light to a 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 Stage Blinders (Dmx Control)
Stage Blinder 8 DMX Multiple Stage Blinders (DMX control) 01) Fasten the effect light to a firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. 02) Always use a safety cable (ordercode 70140 / 70141). 03) Use a 3-pin XLR cable to connect the Stage Blinder and other devices. 04) Flip the DIP switch # 10 on both DIP switch panels (06, 07) to OFF position. -
Page 12: Dip Switch Setting For Dmx Mode
Addresses on the controller are set by flipping the appropriate DMX DIP switches #1 - #9. Set various DMX addresses by summing the DIP switch values. A standard DMX address for a 2-channel Showtec Stage Blinder is as follows: Example... -
Page 13: Dmx Address Quick Reference Chart
Stage Blinder 8 DMX DMX Address Quick Reference Chart Ordercode: 30774... -
Page 14: Fixture Linking
Stage Blinder 8 DMX 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 15: Maintenance
Stage Blinder 8 DMX Maintenance The operator has to make sure that safety-related and machine-technical installations are to be inspected by an expert after every year in the course of an acceptance test. The operator has to make sure that safety-related and machine-technical installations are to be inspected by a skilled person once a year. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting
05) If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem, do not open the Stage Blinder, as this may damage the unit and the warranty will become void. 06) Return the device to your Showtec dealer. No Response to DMX Suspect the DMX cable or connectors, a controller malfunction, a light effect DMX card malfunction. - Page 17 Stage Blinder 8 DMX Problem Probable cause(s) Solution • Check if power is switched on and One or more cables are plugged in No power to the fixture fixtures do not function at all Primary fuse blown • Replace fuse Fixtures reset The controller is not connected.
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Page 18: Product Specifications
Signal input: 3-pin XLR IN Signal output: 3-pin XLR OUT Lamp Allowed lamp models*: 80117 – Par 36 G53 Screw MFL GE 82163 – Par 36 DWE Showtec Electro-mechanical effects: Light source: 8 x Par 36 120V/650W (DWE) Dimmer: 0-100% Housing:... -
Page 19: Dimensions
Stage Blinder 8 DMX Dimensions Ordercode: 30774... - Page 20 ©2016 Showtec...
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