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- Page 1 Unicorn ORDERCODE 40165...
- Page 2 Congratulations! You have bought a great, innovative product from Showtec. The Showtec Unicorn brings excitement to any venue. Whether you want simple plug-&-play action or a sophisticated DMX show, this product provides the effect you need. You can rely on Showtec, for more excellent lighting products.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Operating Determinations……………………………………………………………………………………. Rigging…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Description..…................……….………………………………… Features and Overview ………………………………...….……………….………….………………….…. Backside…………………………………………………...…...….……………….…………………...….…. Installation................…...…………………………………….….. Installing the Lamp ............………………………………………..………… Lamp Adjustment.…............………………………………………..………… Set Up and Operation..............……..……………………………….… One Unicorn ................…………………………………………… Multiple Unicorns................…………………………………….. Operating Modes…...........………………………………………………………. Control Panel….....……........………………………………………………………. Self Control…..………..........………………………………………………………. Control by Controller…...........……………….………………………………….. DMX Channel Chart.......……..........…………………………………….. Maintenance...................………..………….…….…………….. Changing the Lamp................…………………….……………….. -
Page 4: Warning
WARNING CAUTION! Keep this device away from rain and moisture! Unplug mains lead before opening the housing! FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP! SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device have to: be qualified follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION! Be careful with your operations. -
Page 5: Operating Determinations
• If your Showtec device fails to work properly, discontinue use immediately. Pack the unit securely (preferably in the original packing material), and return it to your Showtec dealer for service. -
Page 6: Rigging
When rigging, derigging or servicing the projector, always make sure, that the area below the installation place is blocked and staying in the area is forbidden. The Unicorn can be placed on a flat stage floor or mounted to any kind of truss by a clamp. - Page 7 Mounting a clamp to the underside of the Unicorn moving head 1) Clamp 2) Safety-cable 3) Screw 4) Omega Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property ! Connection with the mains Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug.
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Page 8: Description
Description of the device Features The Showtec Unicorn is a one-arm moving head with high output and great effects. • 1 Color-wheel with 11 coloured gobos, and open • 1 Gobo-wheel with 7 interchangeable rotating gobos plus open • DMX-control via standard DMX-controller •... -
Page 9: Backside
Backside Fig. 2 DMX signal connector (IN) DMX signal connector (OUT) Ventilation ON / OFF Power Select 110V/ 220V IEC power connector... -
Page 10: Installation
Installation Installing the Lamp The Showtec Unicorn uses the CMH 150 (ordercode 80925) or HSD 150/70 (ordercode 80940) reflectorbulb as manufactured by all popular manufacturers. Use only the appropriate lamp for your unit. Note that, product versions that use other lamps, may be offered in the future. Check your product specification label for information. -
Page 11: Lamp Adjustment
Lamp Adjustment You can adjust the lamp’s position by turning the screws A, B, C. The lamp position is set in the factory. As the lamps, which can be used, differ from manufacturer to manufacturer, it can be necessary to readjust the position. The lamp must be readjusted e.g., if the light does not seem to be evenly distributed within the ray of light. -
Page 12: Set Up And Operation
1. Fasten the moving head onto firm trussing (Use a 30-kg rated or stronger C-clamp fastened onto the Unicorn ). Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation. 2. Plug one end of the electric mains power cord into the IEC socket on the unit. -
Page 13: Operating Modes
The Unicorn has two control-modes: 1. self-control (including Master/Slave control) 2. control by the controller. 1. In the self-control mode, the Unicorn has sound control and auto mode. 2. In control mode, the operator can control the X-axis, Y-axis, color, gobos, gobo rotation and shutter. -
Page 14: Control By Controller
When using multiple Unicorns, make sure you set the DMX addresses right. Therefore, the DMX address of the first Unicorn should be 1(A001); the DMX address of the second Unicorn should be 1+6=7(A007); the DMX address of the third Unicorn should be 7+6=13(A013), etc. -
Page 17: Maintenance
Maintenance The Showtec Unicorn requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean. 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. Please clean internal components once a year with a light brush and vacuum cleaner. - Page 18 pinchcock gobo Gobo Pan Fig. 10 Fig. 11 Fig. 12 Gobo wheel with gobos Fig. 13...
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Page 19: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting No Light, No Movement - All Products This troubleshooting guide is meant to help solve simple problems. If a problem occurs, carry out the steps below in sequence until a solution is found. Once the unit operates properly, do not carry out following steps. -
Page 20: Product Specifications
Product Specification Model: Showtec Unicorn Voltage: 230V-50Hz (CE) Power: 250W Fuse: 6,3A / 250V Dimensions: 295x340x485mm (LxWxH) Weight: 12,5 kg Operation and Programming Signal pin OUT : pin 1 earth, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+) Set Up and Addressing : LED control panel... - Page 21 2003 Showtec.
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