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- Page 1 USER MANUAL ENGLISH Galactic TXT Product code: 51342 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
- Page 2 Galactic TXT Preface Thank you for purchasing this Showtec product. The purpose of this user manual is to provide instructions for the correct and safe use of this product. Keep the user manual for future reference as it is an integral part of the product. The user manual shall be stored at an easily accessible location.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Galactic TXT Table of contents Introduction ................................4 Before Using the Product ..........................4 Intended Use ............................... 4 Product Lifespan ..............................4 Text Conventions ..............................4 Symbols and Signal Words ..........................5 Labels ..................................5 Safety ..................................6 Warnings and Safety Instructions ........................6 Requirements for the User .......................... - Page 4 Galactic TXT Set Size ..............................28 Keyboard Operation ............................28 Show Mode ..............................29 Music Mode ..............................29 Text Mode ..............................30 Text Edit Mode ............................30 Text Playback ............................31 Time Mode ..............................32 Time Format ............................33 Time Settings ............................33 Countdown Mode............................33 DMX Mode ..............................34 Slave Mode ..............................34 System Settings ............................34...
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Page 5: Introduction
After unpacking, check the contents of the box. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your Highlite International dealer. Your shipment includes: ● Showtec Galactic TXT ● Schuko to IEC (C13) power cable – 1,75 m ●... -
Page 6: Symbols And Signal Words
Galactic TXT Symbols and Signal Words Safety notes and warnings are indicated throughout the user manual by safety signs. Always follow the instructions provided in this user manual. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in DANGER death or serious injury. -
Page 7: Safety
Galactic TXT Safety Important Read and follow the instructions in this user manual before installing, operating or servicing this product. The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of this manual. Warnings and Safety Instructions... - Page 8 Galactic TXT WARNING Laser radiation Avoid exposure to beam. This device is a class 3B laser device according to the classification in NEN-EN-IEC 60825-1:2014. It emits visible radiation in the wavelength range 400–700 nm. Exposure to the direct or reflected laser beam, including accidental short term exposure, is hazardous to the eye.
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Page 9: Requirements For The User
Galactic TXT ● If the device fails to work properly, discontinue the use immediately. Attention For professional use only This device shall be used only for the purposes it is designed for. This device is designed to be used as a professional laser projector. Any incorrect use may lead to hazardous situations and result in injuries and material damage. -
Page 10: Laser Safety
Galactic TXT Laser Safety CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of procedures, other than those specified in this manual, may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Check all applicable national and international regulations concerning laser safety before using this device. -
Page 11: Description Of The Device
Galactic TXT Description of the Device The Showtec Galactic TXT is a text laser projector, which makes it possible to write your own text. It is delivered with a separate keyboard and a remote control. Front View Fig. 03 01) Laser beam aperture... -
Page 12: Back View
Galactic TXT Back View Fig. 04 Control panel: 4-digit LED display, control buttons and LED indicators Safety eye Cooling fan IEC (C14) power connector IN, 100–240 V Fuse T1,6 A, 250 V Ground (earth) connection Power switch ON/OFF PS/2 connector for keyboard... -
Page 13: Product Specifications
Galactic TXT Product Specifications Model: Galactic TXT Electrical: Input voltage: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 15 W Fuse: T1,6 A, 250 V Physical: Dimensions: 225 x 190 x 185 mm (L x W x H) (with bracket) Weight:... -
Page 14: Dimensions
Galactic TXT Dimensions Fig. 05 Fig. 06 Product code: 51342... -
Page 15: Installation
Galactic TXT Installation Safety Instructions for Installation WARNING Incorrect installation can cause serious injuries and damage of property. If trussing systems are used, installation must be carried out only by instructed or skilled persons. ● Make sure that the device is rigidly mounted to prevent movement due to vibration or jarring. -
Page 16: Personal Protective Equipment
Galactic TXT Personal Protective Equipment During installation and rigging wear personal protective equipment in compliance with the national and site-specific regulations. Installation Site Requirements ● The device can be used only indoors. ● The minimum distance to other objects must be bigger than 0,5 m. -
Page 17: Angle Adjustment
Galactic TXT Angle Adjustment You can adjust the angle of the device with the adjustment screws (06). 01) Turn the adjustment screws (06) counterclockwise to release them. Tilt the device at the desired angle (see Fig. 10). Turn the adjustment screws (06) clockwise to tighten them. Make sure that the device cannot move freely after the adjustment screws (06) are tightened. -
Page 18: Setup
Follow all applicable national and site-specific regulations regarding laser safety. Stand-alone Setup When the Galactic TXT is not connected to a controller or to other devices, it functions as a stand-alone device. It can be operated manually with the control panel, the keyboard, or the remote control. -
Page 19: Dmx Cables
Fig. 11. Fig. 11 Master/Slave Setup The Galactic TXT supports master/slave control mode. To connect multiple devices in a master/slave setup, follow the steps below: Connect the first device’s DMX OUT connector to the second device’s DMX IN connector with a 3-pin DMX cable. -
Page 20: Dmx Linking
Continue assigning the starting addresses of the remaining devices by adding each time 20 to the previous number. Make sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control each Galactic TXT correctly. If two or more devices are addressed similarly, they will work similarly. -
Page 21: Operation
Before connecting the device to the power supply, make sure that the current, voltage and frequency match the input voltage, current and frequency specified on the information label on the device. Control Modes The Galactic TXT supports the following control modes: ● Stand-alone:... -
Page 22: Starting The Device
Galactic TXT Starting the Device Make sure that all laser safety measures are in place and working. See 2.3. Laser Safety on page 9 for more information. Connect all data cables, if applicable. See 5.3. DMX Connection on pages 17–19 for more information. -
Page 23: Menu Overview
Galactic TXT Menu Overview Product code: 51342... -
Page 24: Main Menu Options
Galactic TXT Main Menu Options From the main menu you can access the following operating modes: 1. Show mode 5. Countdown mode 2. Music mode 6. DMX mode 3. Text mode 7. Slave mode 4. Time mode 8. System settings If the device is not connected to a DMX controller, you can operate the device using: ●... -
Page 25: Music Mode
Galactic TXT Music Mode In this menu you can activate sound-controlled mode. Press the ENTER button to enter music mode. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 9 built-in shows. The selection range is 1–9. Built-in shows 3–9 are holiday themed: 3 – New Year, 4 – Christmas, 5 – Love, 6 – Birthday, 7 – Party, 8 –... -
Page 26: Time Mode
Galactic TXT Time Mode In this menu you can activate time mode and adjust the time settings. Press the ENTER button to activate time mode. The time is projected. Press the ENTER button to enable time editing mode. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the following 2 options: Time format, see 6.6.4.1. -
Page 27: Countdown Mode
Galactic TXT Day, the adjustment range is 01–31 Hour, the adjustment range is 00–11 Minute, the adjustment range is 00–59 Second, the adjustment range is 00–59 Time display format. There are 2 options available: 12-hour format and 24-hour format Countdown Mode In this menu you can activate countdown mode and adjust the settings of the countdown. -
Page 28: Slave Mode
Galactic TXT Slave Mode In this menu you can set the device as a slave device in master/slave control mode. Press the ENTER button to set the device as a slave device. System Settings In this menu you can configure the show parameters and the device’s parameters. -
Page 29: Set Size
Galactic TXT Horizontal mirror effect Normal view Press the ENTER button to set the parameter. Set Size In this submenu you can adjust the width and the height of the projection (zoom in/out). Press the UP/DOWN buttons to adjust the width (X axis). The adjustment range is 01–16. -
Page 30: Show Mode
Galactic TXT Use the ENTER key to open the desired menu, to confirm your choice or to ENTER set the currently selected value. RIGHT Use the RIGHT ARROW key to go to the next submenu item. ARROW LEFT Use the LEFT ARROW key to return to the previous submenu item. -
Page 31: Text Mode
Galactic TXT Text Mode In this menu you can edit and save custom text and playback the saved text. Press the ENTER key to enter text mode. Press the UP/DOWN ARROW keys to select one of the following options: Text edit mode, see 6.7.3.1. Text Edit Mode Custom text playback, see 6.7.3.2. -
Page 32: Text Playback
Galactic TXT Name Function ● Press the DRAW key to add a drawing effect. DRAW ● Press the UP/DOWN ARROW keys to set the animation speed. ● Press the ZOOM key repeatedly to add a zoom-in, a zoom-out, or a ZOOM zoom-in/out effect. -
Page 33: Time Mode
Galactic TXT Press the PLAY key together with one of the 0–9 NUMBER keys to playback PLAY the text saved under the respective number. LOOP Press the LOOP PLAYBACK key to play all saved custom texts in a loop after PLAYBACK each other. -
Page 34: Time Format
Galactic TXT Time Format In this submenu you can select how the time is shown. Press the UP/DOWN ARROW keys to select one of the following 2 options: Show time and date Show only time The time is shown in the chosen format. -
Page 35: Dmx Mode
Galactic TXT To play the countdown: Press the ENTER key to enter countdown mode. The countdown is projected. Press the PAUSE key or the SPACE bar to play the countdown. ● To pause the countdown, press the PAUSE key or the SPACE bar. -
Page 36: Set Mirror
Galactic TXT Press the UP/DOWN ARROW keys to select one of the parameters. There are 5 options available: Set mirror, see 6.7.8.1. Set Mirror for more information Set size, see 6.7.8.2. Set Size for more information Master device. Select ON/OFF to enable/disable the device as a master device in master/slave control mode IR remote control. -
Page 37: Remote Control Operation
Galactic TXT Remote Control Operation The device can be operated with an IR remote control. The remote control is included in the delivery. DANGER Do not ingest battery, chemical burn hazard. The remote control contains a coin cell battery. If the coin cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death. -
Page 38: Music Mode
Galactic TXT ● Press the MIRROR button repeatedly to flip the projection in 4 directions. ● Press the PAUSE button to pause the show. Press the PAUSE button again to resume the show. Music Mode Press the SOUND button to enter music mode. -
Page 39: Dmx Channels
Galactic TXT DMX Channels The device has 20 DMX channels. In CH 1 you can select the operating mode of the device. Depending on the selection made in CH 1, the rest of the channels have different functions in the different operating modes. - Page 40 Galactic TXT Function Value Setting 130–155 Custom text 5 156–181 Custom text 6 182–207 Custom text 7 208–133 Custom text 8 234–255 Custom text 9 Text Movement 000–255 Speed adjustment, from slow to fast 000–007 Built-in colors 008–015 016–023 Green 024–031...
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Page 41: Pattern Mode
Galactic TXT Pattern Mode Set CH 1 between 150 and 255 to select pattern mode. Function Value Setting 000–031 Patterns from group 1 032–063 Patterns from group 2 064–095 Patterns from group 3 096–127 Patterns from group 4 Pattern Group 128–159... - Page 42 Galactic TXT Function Value Setting Wave Size 000–255 Wave amplitude and wavelength, from small to big Wave Frequency 000–255 Wave frequency, from low to high 000–127 Wave position Wave Speed 128–255 Movement speed, from slow to fast Product code: 51342...
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Page 43: Pattern Selection Chart
Galactic TXT Pattern Selection Chart To select a pattern, follow the steps below: Set CH 1 in the range 150–199 to enter pattern mode. Set CH 2 in the range 064–095 to select Group 3, for example. Set CH 3 in the range 016–031. The following pattern is projected: Set CH 1 in the range 200–255 to enable the selection of a second pattern, if needed. -
Page 44: Troubleshooting
Galactic TXT Troubleshooting This troubleshooting guide contains actions which can be carried out by the user. The device does not contain user-serviceable parts. Unauthorized modifications to the device will render the warranty void. Such modifications may result in injuries and material damage. -
Page 45: Maintenance
Galactic TXT Maintenance Safety Instructions for Maintenance DANGER Electric shock caused by dangerous voltage inside Disconnect power supply before servicing or cleaning. WARNING Laser radiation Avoid exposure to beam. This device is a class 3B laser device according to the classification in NEN-EN-IEC 60825-1:2014. -
Page 46: Corrective Maintenance
Galactic TXT Dry the lens carefully with a lint-free cloth. Clean the DMX and other connections with a damp cloth. Attention ● Do not immerse the device in liquid. ● Do not use alcohol or solvents. ● Make sure that the connections are fully dry before connecting the device to the power supply and to other devices. -
Page 47: Deinstallation, Transportation And Storage
Galactic TXT Deinstallation, Transportation and Storage Instructions for Deinstallation WARNING Incorrect deinstallation can cause serious injuries and damage of property. ● Let the device cool down before dismounting. ● Disconnect power supply before deinstallation. ● Always observe the national and site-specific regulations during deinstallation and derigging of the device. - Page 48 ©2020 Showtec...