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- Page 1 MANUAL ENGLISH Pixel Controller Order code: 44510 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Pixel Controller Table of contents Warning ....................................3 Safety Instructions ................................. 3 Operating Determinations ............................4 Rigging .................................... 5 Connection with the Mains ............................5 Return Procedure ................................6 Claims ....................................6 Description of the Device ..............................7 Front ....................................7 Back .................................... - Page 3 Pixel Controller Maintenance ..................................29 Replacing the Fuse ..............................29 Troubleshooting ................................30 No Light ..................................30 No Response to DMX..............................31 Product Specifications ..............................32 Notes ....................................33 Order code: 44510...
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Page 4: Warning
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 will be returned in the original factory box and packing. Your shipment includes: ● Showtec Pixel Controller ● Schuko to pro power cable (1,5 m) ● User manual... -
Page 5: Operating Determinations
● 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. -
Page 6: Rigging
Pixel Controller Rigging Please follow the European and national guidelines concerning rigging, trussing and all other safety issues. Improper installation can cause serious injuries and/or damage of property! Fig. 01 The Pixel Controller can be placed on a flat surface or mounted to any kind of truss, with clamps and/or M8 screws for fixed installations. -
Page 7: Return Procedure
Pixel Controller 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. Call Highlite 0031-455667723 or mail aftersales@highlite.com and request an RMA prior to shipping the... -
Page 8: Description Of The Device
Pixel Controller Description of the Device Features The Pixel Controller is designed to be operated with the Pixelstrips. ● Power supply: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz ● Power consumption: 226 W ● DMX channels: 8, 480, 1920 channels ● Control modes: Auto, Manual, Master/Slave, DMX-512, Art-Net, Kling-Net ●... -
Page 9: Back
Pixel Controller Back Fig. 03 06) 3-pin DMX connector OUT 07) 5-pin DMX connector OUT 08) RJ45 connector Art-Net 09) RJ45 connector Art-Net 10) 5-pin DMX connector IN 11) 3-pin DMX connector IN 12) Dedicated RJ45 Pixelstrip connectors 1–4 Side Fig. -
Page 10: Installation
Pixel Controller Installation Remove all packing materials from the Pixel Controller. 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. Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty. -
Page 11: Multiple Pixel Controllers (Master/Slave Control)
Pixel Controller Multiple Pixel Controllers (Master/Slave Control) 01) Fasten the controller to a firm trussing or place it on a flat surface. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. 02) Always use a safety cable (order code 70140 / 70141). 03) Connect the Pixelstrips. -
Page 12: Multiple Pixel Controllers (Dmx Control)
Pixel Controller Multiple Pixel Controllers (DMX Control) 01) Fasten the controller to a firm trussing or place it on a flat surface. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. 02) Always use a safety cable (order code 70140 / 70141). 03) Connect the Pixelstrips. -
Page 13: Multiple Pixel Controllers (Art-Net/Kling-Net Control)
Pixel Controller Multiple Pixel Controllers (Art-Net/Kling-Net Control) 01) Fasten the controller to a firm trussing or place it on a flat surface. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. 02) Always use a safety cable (order code 70140 / 70141). 03) Connect the Pixelstrips. -
Page 14: Connecting To A Network
Pixel Controller Connecting to a Network Art-Net Settings 01) Connect the device’s RJ45 connector to the RJ45 connector of the light controller/computer, using a CAT-5/CAT-6 cable. 02) Set the IP address of your computer/light controller to 2.x.x.x or 10.x.x.x, depending on the Art-Net settings. -
Page 15: How To Make A Data Cable
Pixel Controller How To Make a Data Cable A standard ETHERNET cable can be used to replace the data cable required to transmit the data. Please follow the instructions below in order to create an extra network cable. Take a standard network cable (CAT-5/ 5E /6) and connect it to the RJ45 connector, as shown in Fig. 08. The wires should now be colored as follows: Fig. -
Page 16: Fixture Linking
Pixel Controller 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 of 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. -
Page 17: Control Panel
Pixel Controller The Pixel Controller can be operated with controller or without controller in stand-alone mode. Control Panel OLED display UP button DOWN button ENTER button MENU button Fig. 09 DMX Addressing The control panel on the top side of the controller allows you to assign the fixture a DMX address, which is the first channel with which the Pixel Controller will respond to a DMX controller. -
Page 18: Menu Overview
Pixel Controller Menu Overview Order code: 44510... -
Page 19: Main Menu Options
Pixel Controller Main Menu Options DMX Addressing Network Settings DMX / Art-Net / Kling-Net / Slave / Auto / Manual Signal Hold / Pixel Reverse / Screen Timeout / Screen Brightness / Software Version / Invert Display / Factory Reset 01) Upon start-up, the display will show the device’s current parameters. -
Page 20: Dmx Addressing
Pixel Controller DMX Addressing In this menu you can set the DMX address. 01) While in main menu, press the UP/DOWN buttons to select 02) Press the ENTER button to confirm. 03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the required address. The adjustment range is 001–512. 04) Press the ENTER button to confirm. -
Page 21: Net Mask
Pixel Controller 3. Net Mask 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select NET MASK. 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu. 03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 3 net mask options: ● 255.0.0.0 ● 255.255.0.0 ●... -
Page 22: Dmx
Pixel Controller 1. DMX In this menu you can set the desired DMX channel mode. 01) When the display shows DMX, press the ENTER button to open the menu. The display will show: 02) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 2 channel modes: ●... -
Page 23: Kling-Net
Pixel Controller 3. Kling-Net In this menu you can set the Kling-Net settings. 01) When the display shows KLINGNET, press the ENTER button to open the menu. The display will show: 02) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the YES/NO field. Press the ENTER button to confirm. 03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select YES or NO. -
Page 24: Auto
Pixel Controller 5. Auto In this menu you can run the desired built-in programs. 01) When the display shows AUTO, press the ENTER button to open the menu. The display will show: 02) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select PROGRAM and press the ENTER button to confirm. 03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 30 built-in programs. -
Page 25: Advanced Settings
Pixel Controller Advanced Settings 01) While in main menu, press the UP/DOWN buttons to select 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu. The display will show: 03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 7 options: ●... -
Page 26: Screen Brightness
Pixel Controller 4. Screen Brightness In this menu you can set the screen brightness. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 4 options: 25/50/75/100 %, from dark to brightest. 02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice. 5. - Page 27 Pixel Controller 176–191 Program 11 192–207 Program 12 208–223 Program 13 224–239 Program 14 240–255 Program 15 Channel 7 – Built-in programs 16–30 CH1 must be open; CH6 must be closed 0–15 Not functional 16–31 Program 16 32–47 Program 17 48–63 Program 18 64–79...
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Page 28: 480 Channels
Pixel Controller 480 channels 3 RGB colors x 160 pixels = 480 DMX channels Channel 1 – Red LED 1, Pixelstrip # 1 0–255 Gradual adjustment Red, from dark to brightest Channel 2 – Green LED 1, Pixelstrip # 1 0–255 Gradual adjustment Green, from dark to brightest Channel 3 –... -
Page 29: 1920 Channels (Art-Net)
Pixel Controller Channel 478 – Red LED 40, Pixelstrip # 4 0–255 Gradual adjustment Red, from dark to brightest Channel 479 – Green LED 40, Pixelstrip # 4 0–255 Gradual adjustment Green, from dark to brightest Channel 480 – Blue LED 40, Pixelstrip # 4 0–255 Gradual adjustment Blue, from dark to brightest 1920 channels (Art-Net) -
Page 30: Maintenance
Pixel Controller Channel 9 – Blue LED 3, Pixelstrip # 1 0–255 Gradual adjustment Blue, from dark to brightest Channel 1918 – Red LED 40, Pixelstrip # 16 0–255 Gradual adjustment Red, from dark to brightest Channel 1919 –... -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
01) Power supply. Check that the unit is plugged into an appropriate power supply. 02) The fuse. Replace the fuse. See page 29 for replacing the fuse. 03) The controller. Return the controller to your Showtec dealer. 04) The Pixelstrip. Return the device to your Showtec dealer. -
Page 32: No Response To Dmx
Pixel Controller No Response to DMX Suspect the DMX cable or connectors or a controller malfunction. 01) Check the DMX settings. Make sure that DMX addresses are correct. 02) Check the DMX cable: Unplug the unit; change the DMX cable; then reconnect to electrical power. Try your DMX control again. -
Page 33: Product Specifications
Pixel Controller Product Specifications Model: Showtec Pixel Controller Power input: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 226 W Fuse: T6,3A/250 V Dimensions: 342 x 210 x 68 mm (LxWxH) Weight: 2,03 kg Signal pin OUT: pin 1 earth, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+);... -
Page 34: Notes
Pixel Controller Notes Order code: 44510... - Page 35 Pixel Controller Order code: 44510...
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