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 Hydrogen DMX MKII including a hanging bracket • IEC power cable 1,5 m •...
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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 Hydrogen DMX MKII. The • manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device.
Hydrogen DMX MKII This device falls under protection class I. Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow/green • conductor to earth. During the initial start-up some smoke or smell may arise. This is a normal process and does not •...
Hydrogen DMX MKII Hydrogen DMX MKII can be fitted to any kind of truss, with a safety cable and a clamp. 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.
Hydrogen DMX MKII 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.
Hydrogen DMX MKII Description of the device Features The Showtec Hydrogen DMX MKII is a light effect with high output and great effects. • Input voltage: 100-240V 50/60 Hz • Continuous power: 30W • Control: Built-in programs, DMX-512, Master/Slave •...
NOTE: Knowledge of DMX is required to fully utilize this unit. Installation Remove all packing materials from the Hydrogen DMX MKII. 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.
Hydrogen DMX MKII Set Up and Operation Follow the directions below, as they pertain to your preferred operation mode. Before plugging the unit in, always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification voltage. Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 240V power, or vice versa.
Hydrogen DMX MKII Multiple Hydrogens (DMX Control) 01) Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation. 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.
Hydrogen DMX MKII 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.
Hydrogen DMX MKII Control Panel A) LED display Mode button C) Setup button D) Up button Down button Fig. 05 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. (When you select the DMX address and save it, the controller will display the saved DMX address the next time.)
Hydrogen DMX MKII Main Menu Options Settings Menu Built-in Programs DMX address Master/Slave Mode Upon every start-up, the device will reset the software. will appear on the display for a short period of time. Subsequently, the device will enter last active mode, before it was switched off.
Hydrogen DMX MKII 3.DMX Mode With this menu you can set the DMX address. 01) Press the MODE button and then the Up and Down buttons, until the display shows 02) Press the SETUP button to open this menu. You can choose 512 different DMX addresses.
04) If all of the above appears to be O.K., plug the unit in again. 05) If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem, do not open the Hydrogen DMX MKII, as this may damage the unit and the warranty will become void.
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Hydrogen DMX MKII 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.
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