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Your shipment includes: • Cameleon Spot 18-4 Q4 with special 3-pin to IEC powercable 1,35m • User manual LED Expected Lifespan LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time.
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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 Cameleon Spot 18-4 Q4. The manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device.
Always let the installation be carried out by an authorized dealer ! Procedure: If the Cameleon Spot 18-4 Q4 is lowered from the ceiling or high joists, professional trussing systems have to be used. Use a clamp to mount the Cameleon Spot 18-4 Q4, with the mounting-bracket, to the trussing system.
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 FASE BLUE BLACK SILVER YELLOW/GREEN GREEN GREEN...
Description of the device Features The Showtec Cameleon Spot 18-4 Q4 is a light effect with high output and great effects. • LED Quantity: 18x 4-in-1 4 Watt RGBW LEDs • 4 DMX Modes: 4, 6 or 8 Channels • Colour range: 16,7 million additive colors •...
Installation Remove all packing materials from the Cameleon Spot 18-4 Q4. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed. Connect all cables. Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing. Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty.
Multiple Cameleon Spots (Master/Slave control) Fig. 3 Multiple Cameleon Spots (DMX Control) 1. Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. Plug the end of the electric mains power cord into a proper electric power supply socket. Use a 3-p XLR cable to connect the Cameleon Spots.
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 on 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.
Control Panel Fig. 5 A. LED Display D. Up Button B. MODE Button E. Down Button C. SETUP Button DMX 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. DMX Addressing The control panel on the front side of the base allows you to assign the DMX fixture address, which is the first channel from which the Cameleon Spot will respond to the controller.
Main Menu Options 1. DMX address 2. Color 3. Auto 4. Built-in Programs 5. Slave The Cameleon Spot will only show its version number at start-up ! 1. DMX Mode With this menu you can set the DMX address. 1) Press the MODE button, until the display shows 2) You can choose 512 different DMX addresses.
3. Auto Run Program 1) Press the MODE button on the device, until the display shows 2) With this menu you can set Cameleon Spot to Auto Mode. 3) The device will play its built-in programs one after another, looping continuously. 4.
6. Locked/Unlock When no button is pressed for 20 seconds, the display will be locked. To unlock the display you have to simultaneously press the first (MODE) and fourth (DOWN) button. Once you have pressed both buttons, the display will light up. Display will be locked after 20 seconds DMX Channels 4 Channels...
8 Channels Channel 1 – Master Dimmer 0-255 Brightness from 0 to 100% Channel 2 – Red (when CH1 is set between 1-255 0-255 Red gradual color brightness from 0 to 100% Channel 3 – Green (when CH1 is set between 1-255 0-255 Green gradual color brightness from 0 to 100% Channel 4 –...
Maintenance The Showtec Cameleon Spot 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. Do not immerse in liquid. Wipe lens clean with glass cleaner and a soft cloth.
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• Check that power is switched on One or more and cables are plugged in. fixtures are Internal fuse blown. • Contact your Showtec dealer. completely dead. Fixtures reset The controller is not connected. • Connect controller. correctly, but all 3-pin XLR Out of the controller •...
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