Set Up and Operation ............................... 7 Control Modes ................................7 One BB7 (Auto Run)..............................7 One BB7 (Sound-control) ............................8 Multiple BB7’s (Master/Slave control) ........................8 Multiple BB7’s (DMX512 Mode) ..........................9 Fixture Linking ................................10 Data Cabling ................................10 Control Panel ................................11 DMX Control Mode ..............................11...
Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that the 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 BB7 Beam Bar ● Included bracket ● ProPower powercable 1,5m ●...
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For replacement, use fuses of same type and rating only. The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the BB7. The manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device.
The BB7 Beam Bar can be placed on a flat stage floor or mounted to any kind of truss by a clamp. Improper installation can cause serious injuries and/or damage of property!
BB7 Beam Bar 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. International EU Cable UK Cable US Cable BROWN YELLOW/COPPER PHASE...
BB7 Beam Bar Description of the device Features The BB7 Beam Bar is a LED bar from Showtec. It is ideal to use as a light curtain, audience blinder or background effect. • Compact size • Input voltage: 100-240V, 50/60Hz •...
03) Plug the end of the electric mains power cord into a proper electric power supply socket. 04) When the BB7 is not connected with a DMX cable, it functions as a stand-alone device. 05) Please see page 13 for more information about auto–run programs.
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 BB7 and other devices. The pins: 1.
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 BB7 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"...
FL09150 (1,5 m), FL093 (3 m), FL096 (6 m), FL0910 (10 m), FL0915 (15 m), FL0920 (20 m). • DAP Audio DMX adapter: 3-pin/5-pin. Ordercode FLA30. The BB7 Beam Bar can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand- alone mode. Ordercode: 30744...
Therefore, the DMX address of the first BB7 should be 1(001); the DMX address of the second BB7 should be 1+7=8 (008); the DMX address of the third BB7 should be 8+7=15 (015), etc. Please, be sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control each BB7 correctly. If two or more BB7’s are addressed similarly, they will work similarly.
BB7 Beam Bar Menu overview The BB7 will show the following screen at start-up ! Main Menu Options Auto Mode Master/Slave Mode Sound Mode Software information DMX address DMX channels Ordercode: 30744...
, from low to high sensitivity. 04) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice. 05) Turn on the music and the BB7 will react to the beat of the music. 4. Software Information With this menu you can check the currently installed software version.
BB7 Beam Bar 5. DMX Address With this menu you can set the desired DMX address. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu. 03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose the desired DMX address. The adjustment range is between 04) Press the ENTER button to save changes.
BB7 Beam Bar 192-207 Program 12 208-223 Program 13 224-239 Program 14 240-255 Program 15 Channel 4 – Built-in Programs 2 (CH1 must be between 1-255 0-15 No function 16-31 Program 16 32-47 Program 17 48-63 Program 18 64-79 Program 19...
03) If all of the above appears to be in order, switch the unit on again. 04) If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem, do not open the BB7, as this may damage the unit and the warranty will become void.
BB7 Beam Bar No Response to DMX Response: Suspect the DMX cable or connectors, a controller malfunction, a light effect DMX card malfunction. 01) Check the DMX setting. Make sure that DMX addresses are correct. 02) Check the DMX cable: Unplug the unit; change the DMX cable; then reconnect to electrical power.
BB7 Beam Bar Product Specifications Model: Showtec BB7 Beam Bar Input Voltage: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz Power consumption 30 Watt DMX linking: 30pcs Dimensions: 500 x 105 x 130 mm (LxWxH) (incl. bracket) Weight: 2,5 kg Operating and Programming: Signal pin OUT:...
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