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 Dynamica incl. mounting bracket ● IEC Power cable (1,5 m) ●...
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Dynamica Before the initial start-up, please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation. Should there be any, consult your dealer and do not use the device. To maintain perfect condition and to ensure a safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes contained in this manual.
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● 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.
Dynamica 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.
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The Dynamica is a Class 2M laser product. Laser Safety and Compliance Information The Dynamica is manufactured to comply with the IEC 60825-1 and in accordance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Standards Listed under FDA Document 21 CFR 1040 and subsequent laser notices.
The Dynamica can be placed on a flat stage floor or mounted to any kind of truss with a clamp. Improper installation can cause serious injuries and/or damage of property!
Dynamica 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 BLUE BLACK SILVER...
Features The Showtec Dynamica is an all-in-one light effect. It combines RGBWA LED beam effects with 2 RG grating lasers, UV wash and 2 SMD strobe arrays. It has 2, 5, 8 and 10 channel DMX modes to offer basic operation and full control of all individual effects.
Dynamica Installation Remove all packing materials from the Dynamica. 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. Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing.
03) Plug the end of the electric mains power cord into a proper electric power supply socket. 04) Turn on the music. If the device is set to sound-control, then the Dynamica will react to the beat of the music. Please see page 17 for more information about the sound-control options.
Dynamica Multiple Dynamicas (Master/Slave control) 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). 03) Use a 3-p XLR cable to connect the Dynamicas and other devices.
FL083 (3 m), FL086 (6 m), FL0810 (10 m), FL0820 (20 m). ● DAP Audio DMX adapter: 5-pin/3-pin. Ordercode FLA29. ● DAP Audio DMX adapter: 3-pin/5-pin. Ordercode FLA30. The Dynamica can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand-alone mode. Ordercode: 43162...
Dynamica should be 1+10=11 (d011); the DMX address of the third Dynamica should be 11+10=21(d021), etc. Please, be sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control each Dynamica correctly. If two or more Dynamicas are addressed similarly, they will work similarly.
Dynamica Menu Overview The Dynamica will only show its version number at start-up ! Main Menu Options Auto Run Programs Sound-controlled Mode DMX Channels / DMX Address Slave Mode System Settings 1. Auto Run Programs With this menu you can start several Auto Run Programs.
03) Press the Up and Down buttons to choose between 14 Sound-controlled programs 04) Choose the desired type and press the Enter button to confirm. 05) Turn on the music and the Dynamica will start the desired Sound-controlled program after a few seconds.
Dynamica 11) If you choose , the text will be displayed reversed. 12) If you have chosen , press the Enter button to reset to default settings. 13) Press the Up and Down buttons to choose between 14) To reset the device choose 15) Press the Enter button to confirm.
Dynamica DMX Channels 2 channels Channel 1 – Auto (CH2 must be set between 0-250 ) and Sound Programs Beam LEDs/UV LEDs/Strobe LEDs/Laser (CH2 must be set between 251-255 No function 6-22 AUT1/SOU1 (SOU=sound) 23-40 AUT2/SOU2 41-58 AUT3/SOU3 59-76 AUT4/SOU4...
Dynamica 8 channels Channel 1 – UV LED 1+2 Dimmer intensity/Strobe UV LEDs 0-128 Gradual adjustment UV from 0-100% 129-255 Strobe flash frequency, from slow to fast Channel 2 – Auto and Sound Programs Beam LEDs (For sound modus CH8 must be set between 36-71, 142-176 or 212-255...
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Dynamica Channel 4 – Laser functions (when CH4 is set between 129-255, CH3 must be set between 1-255 (For sound modus CH8 must be set between 72-106, 142-176 or 212-255 No function 6-48 Red laser on 49-89 Green laser on...
Dynamica 10 channels Channel 1 – UV LED 1 Dimmer intensity 0-255 Gradual adjustment UV from 0-100% Channel 2 – UV LED 2 Dimmer intensity 0-255 Gradual adjustment UV from 0-100% Channel 3 – Strobe UV LEDs (CH1 or CH2 must be set between 1-255...
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Dynamica Channel 6 – Laser functions (when CH6 is set between 129-255, CH7 must be set between 6-255 No function 6-48 Red laser on 49-89 Green laser on 90-131 Red + Green laser on 132-173 Red laser flashes + Green laser on...
05) If all of the above appears to be O.K., plug the unit in again. 06) If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem, do not open the Dynamica, as this may damage the unit and the warranty will become void.
Dynamica No Response to DMX 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.
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Dynamica Problem Probable cause(s) Solution No power to the fixture • Check if power is switched on and One or more cables are plugged in fixtures do not function at all Primary fuse blown. • Replace fuse. Fixtures reset The controller is not connected.