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USER MANUAL M O V I N G H E A D S S E R I E S G-S P O T T U R B O...
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Contents Safety information ........................4 Overview ..........................5 Preparing for installation ......................6 Installing / Rigging the G-Spot Turbo ...................6 Connecting AC power ........................8 Configuring the device .......................8 Using stand-alone operation .......................9 Connecting to a DMX control device ..................10 Configuring the device for DMX control ..................10 LED refresh rate (frequency) .....................11...
Read the safety precautions in this section before installing, powering, or operating this product. SGM luminaries are intended for professional use only. They are not suitable for household use. Impropre a l’usage domestique. Review the following safety precautions carefully before installing or operating the device.
Offers RFID and NFC, low power consumption, and an expected lifetime of 50,000 hours* *The lightsource of the fixture is expected to run until about 50,000 hours LM-70/TM-21. This manual covers installation, use, and maintenance of the G-Spot Turbo. All documentation is also available on the SGM website: www.sgmlight.com...
Never carry the fixture by connected cables or wires, use the handles. Installing / Rigging the G-Spot Turbo The G-Spot Turbo may be installed in any orientation. Always use two Omega brackets to rig the fixture. Lock each bracket with both 1/4-turn fasteners.
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B: Pan Lock Figure 3: Pan and tilt locks WARNING! Always secure an elevated G-Spot Turbo with a safety wire Fasten a safety wire (not shown) between the load-bearing support structure and the safety wire attachment points of the device.
For assistance with alternative configurations, contact your SGM representative. After connecting the G-Spot Turbo to power, run the on-board test by pressing OK → TEST →AUTOMATED TEST in the menu, to ensure that the fixture and each LED are functioning correctly. Please see “Control menu” on page 14 CAUTION: Do not open the fixture to replace the supplied power cable, or connect the fixture to an electrical dimmer system, as this can damage it.
Using stand-alone operation In a stand-alone operation mode the fixture is not running connected to a control device, but it is pre-programmed with a series of up to 24 scenes, playing continuously in a loop. This program can be set up to run by default whenever the fixture is powered on. Manual control / Internal sequence editor The editor option offers the ability to adjust all DMX parameters of the fixture.
Connecting to a DMX control device The G-Spot Turbo is controllable using a DMX control device and it can be connected using either a DMX cable or via the fixture’s built-in LumenRadio CRMX wireless receiver system. If using a cabled DMX system, connect the DMX in cable to the input connector under the base of the fixture (chassis mounted male 5-pin XLR connector), and the DMX out to the output cable, also, under the base (female 5-pin XLR plug).
The refresh rate can be set between 100,00 kHz and 1,41 kHz. It is recommended to have the G-Spot Turbo configured to operate the default refresh rate by setting the ‘Control channel’ to 0 through DMX whenever possible (0% - factory default settings), to maintain the best possible dimming performance.
LED Frequency Settings CONTROL CHANNEL CONTROL CHANNEL LED Frequency (kHz) LED Freq. LED Freq. LED Freq. (kHz) (Step) (kHz) (Step) (kHz) 100,00 17,6% 100,00 31,8% 2,70 18,0% 50,00 32,2% 2,63 18,4% 33,33 32,5% 2,56 18,8% 25,00 32,9% 2,50 90,00 19,2% 20,00 33,3% 2,44...
Colors The G-Spot Turbo series has an extended color palette due to the usage of Lime LEDs instead of the Green LEDs used on the G-Spot. With the Lime LEDs, it is possible to achieve warmer pastel colors, richer yellows, and a wider variety of green shades.
Control menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Function DMX MODE Standard Select Standard DMX mode. Extended Select Extended DMX mode. Standard Comp. Select Standard Compatible mode, for compatibility with regular G-Spot. Extended Comp. Select Extended Compatible mode, for compatibility with regular G-Spot. INFO GENERAL INFO Product...
Press ‘OK’ to reset all.* *When the G-Spot Turbo is subjected to extreme exposure it might not reset correctly. Should this be the case, the fixture will automatically heat up the gobo bearings at maximum light output for approx. five minutes and attempt to reset the fixture again. If this not solve the issue, disconnect the fixture from power and power it back, to...
Control menu - continued Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Function MANUAL Editor Scene 1 → 24 Display current scene. Press 'OK' and scroll 'UP' and 'DOWN' to choose a scene (1 to 24). Confirm with 'OK'. Wait Time (Sec.) 0 →...
Supported RDM functions The G-Spot Turbo features support for various RDM functions. RDM (Remote Device Management) is a protocol enhancement to USITT DMX512 that allows bi-directional communication between the fixtures and the controller over a standard DMX line. This protocol will allow configuration, status monitoring, and management.
TRUE1 connector is inserted and turned to its locked position. Main fuse is blown. Contact SGM support or certified SGM service partner. Fixture suddenly turned off. Power was turned off. Check the power supply, switches and breakers.
Gobo replacement Identification of gobo wheel Gobo Wheel 1 Gobo Wheel 2 (Closest to front lens) (Closest to light source) Open No gobo Magnet Figure 8: Identification of gobo wheels Gobo Wheel 1 Gobo Wheel 1 Description Part No. Description Part No.
The gobo wheel hatch includes a GORE-TEX® Membrane, which allows the fixture to breathe. In order to vacuum test the fixture, the GORE-TEX® membrane has to be removed. For more information on how to vacuum test the G-Spot Turbo, please contact support@sgmlight.com GORE-TEX®...
To maintain adequate cooling, fans must be cleaned periodically. Whenever necessary, clean the G-Spot Turbo using a soft cloth dampened with a solution of water and a mild detergent. Do not use products that contain solvents, abrasives, or caustic agents for cleaning, as they can cause damage to both hardware, cables, and connectors.
Fixtures and accessories Contact your local SGM dealer to get latest pricing and news about available accessories. Please note: the listed below are subject to change without notice. Included items 2 m power cable with Neutrik TRUE1 power connector..................... P/N: 07860040 2 x Omega brackets, BL / WH.........................
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