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- Page 1 USER MANUAL ENGLISH Phantom 250 Spot Product code: 40081 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
- Page 2 Phantom 250 Spot 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
Phantom 250 Spot Table of contents Introduction ................................4 Before Using the Product ..........................4 Intended Use ............................... 4 Product Lifespan ..............................4 LEDs Lifespan ............................... 4 Text Conventions ..............................4 Symbols and Signal Words ..........................5 Symbols on the Information Label ........................5 Safety .................................. - Page 4 Phantom 250 Spot Gobo Size ..............................31 Glass Gobo Orientation ..........................32 Troubleshooting ..............................33 Maintenance ..............................34 Safety Instructions for Maintenance ......................34 Preventive Maintenance ..........................34 Basic Cleaning Instructions ........................35 Corrective Maintenance ..........................35 Replacing the Fuse .............................35 Deinstallation, Transportation and Storage ....................36 Instructions for Deinstallation ..........................36...
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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 Phantom 250 Spot 2 x quick-lock brackets Schuko to Seetronic power cable (1,5 m) User manual Fig. -
Page 6: Symbols And Signal Words
Phantom 250 Spot References: References to chapters and parts of the device are in bold lettering, for example: “Refer to 2. Safety”, “turn the adjustment screw (02)” 0–255: Defines a range of values Notes: Note: (in bold lettering) is followed by useful information or tips Symbols and Signal Words Safety notes and warnings are indicated throughout the user manual by safety signs. -
Page 7: Safety
Phantom 250 Spot 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 Phantom 250 Spot WARNING Risk of epileptic shock Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights. CAUTION Possible eye damage caused by high light intensity Possibly hazardous optical radiation emitted from this device.
- Page 9 Phantom 250 Spot ● Change the lens or the LEDs if they are visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired, for example by cracks or deep scratches. Contact your Highlite International dealer for more information, as servicing can be performed only by instructed or skilled persons.
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Page 10: Requirements For The User
Phantom 250 Spot Requirements for the User This product may be used by ordinary persons. Maintenance may be carried by ordinary persons. Installation and service shall be carried out only by instructed or skilled persons. Contact your Highlite dealer for more information. -
Page 11: Description Of The Device
Description of the Device The Showtec Phantom 250 Spot is a compact spot moving head. It has 6 metal and 1 glass rotating gobos + an open gobo with two prisms (5-facet linear & 6-facet circular). It also has 2 color wheels, each with 7 colors + white. -
Page 12: Base Plate
Phantom 250 Spot Base Plate 4 x mounting holes for quick-lock brackets Safety eye Fig. 04 Product code: 40081... -
Page 13: Product Specifications
Phantom 250 Spot Product Specifications Model: Phantom 250 Spot Electrical: Input voltage: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 375 W Fuse: F7AL/250 V Physical: Dimensions: 350 x 212 x 514 mm (L x W x H) Weight: 15,4 kg... -
Page 14: Dimensions
Phantom 250 Spot Dimensions Fig. 05 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. Follow all applicable European, national and local safety regulations concerning rigging and trussing. -
Page 15: Installation Site Requirements
Phantom 250 Spot Installation Site Requirements The device must be installed only indoors. The device can be mounted to a truss or other rigging structure in any orientation. The minimum distance between the light output and the illuminated surface must be bigger than 0,8 m. -
Page 16: Connecting To Power Supply
Phantom 250 Spot Connecting to Power Supply DANGER Electric shock caused by short-circuit The device accepts AC mains power at 100–240 V and 50/60 Hz. Do not supply power at any other voltage or frequency to the device. This device falls under IEC protection class I. Make sure that the device is always electrically connected to the ground (earth). -
Page 17: Setup
Disconnect power supply before connecting or disconnecting data cables. Stand-alone Setup When the Phantom 250 Spot is not connected to a controller or to other devices, it functions as a stand- alone device. It can be operated manually or in auto mode. -
Page 18: Dmx Cables
Fig. 08. Fig. 08 Master/Slave Setup The Phantom 250 Spot supports master/slave control mode. To connect multiple devices in master/slave setup, follow the steps below: Connect the first device’s DMX OUT connector to the second device’s DMX IN connector. -
Page 19: Dmx Linking
Continue assigning the starting addresses of the remaining devices by adding each time 16 to the previous number. Make sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control each Phantom 250 Spot correctly. If two or more devices are addressed similarly, they will work similarly. -
Page 20: 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 Phantom 250 Spot supports the following control modes: Stand-alone: Auto operation mode (auto programs), manual operation mode, sound-... -
Page 21: Control Panel
Start-up Upon start-up the display will show a splash screen with the logo of Showtec. Immediately afterwards the display will show the start screen. The start screen provides information about the currently active operation mode and the current pan/tilt angle setting. Press the ENTER button to enter the main menu. -
Page 22: Menu Overview
Phantom 250 Spot Menu Overview Product code: 40081... -
Page 23: Main Menu Options
Phantom 250 Spot Main Menu Options DMX Address DMX mode / Slave / Auto / Sound / Manual Pan Reverse / Tilt Reverse / Screen Reverse / Pan Angle / Tilt Angle / Sensitivity / Wireless Enable / Wireless Unlink / Reset / Factory Set... -
Page 24: Built-In Programs Mode
Phantom 250 Spot Built-in Programs Mode In this menu you can set the DMX channel mode, slave mode, auto programs, sound-controlled mode and manual operation. 01) While in the main menu, press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu. -
Page 25: Manual
Phantom 250 Spot Manual 01) The display shows: 02) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose one of the following 11 options: ● ● TILT ● DIMMER (from low to high intensity) ● SHUTTER ● COLOR (color wheel 1) ● COLOR2 (color wheel 2) ●... -
Page 26: Advanced Settings
Phantom 250 Spot Advanced Settings In this menu you can adjust the advanced settings. 01) While in the main menu, press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu. The display shows: 03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose one of the following 10 options: ●... -
Page 27: System Information
Phantom 250 Spot System Information In this menu you can see the current software version, currently active mode, DMX starting address and the device’s temperature. 01) While in the main menu, press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu and view the parameters. - Page 28 Phantom 250 Spot 12 CH 16 CH Function Value Setting 146–160 Split colors (Magenta/Cyan) 161–176 Split colors (Cyan/Congo) 177–189 Split colors (Congo/Open) 190–221 Color scroll clockwise, from fast to slow 222–223 Stop 224–255 Color scroll counterclockwise, from slow to fast 000–007...
- Page 29 Phantom 250 Spot 120–127 Open 128–189 Clockwise gobo effect, from slow to fast 190–193 Stop 194–255 Counterclockwise gobo effect, from slow to fast 000–063 Gobo indexing 064–145 Clockwise rotation, from slow to fast 146–149 Stop Gobo Rotation 150–231 Counterclockwise rotation, from slow to fast 232–255...
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Page 30: Gobo Wheel And Color Wheels
Phantom 250 Spot 120–135 Built-in program 8 136–151 Sound-controlled program 1 152–167 Sound-controlled program 2 168–183 Sound-controlled program 3 184–199 Sound-controlled program 4 200–215 Sound-controlled program 5 216–231 Sound-controlled program 6 232–247 Sound-controlled program 7 248–255 Sound-controlled program 8 Note: Make sure that the Master Dimmer and the Strobe channels are open in order to see the light output. -
Page 31: Replacing A Gobo From The Rotating Gobo Wheel
Phantom 250 Spot Replacing a Gobo From the Rotating Gobo Wheel DANGER Electric shock caused by dangerous voltage inside There are areas within the device where dangerous touch voltage may be present. Disconnect the device from electrical power supply before service and maintenance, and when the device is not in use. -
Page 32: Gobo Size
Phantom 250 Spot Gently lift the gobo holder a bit up and pull it out from the rotating gobo wheel, as shown in Fig. 14 and Fig. 15. Fig. 14 Fig. 15 Very carefully remove the retainer spring from the gobo holder with a small flathead screwdriver or similar. -
Page 33: Glass Gobo Orientation
Phantom 250 Spot Glass Gobo Orientation Coated glass gobos are inserted with the coating against the rim of the holder (away from the spring). Textured gobos are inserted with the smooth side against the spring. This provides the best results when combining rotating gobos. -
Page 34: Troubleshooting
Phantom 250 Spot Troubleshooting This troubleshooting guide contains solutions to problems which can be carried out by an ordinary person. 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 35: Maintenance
Phantom 250 Spot Maintenance Safety Instructions for Maintenance DANGER Electric shock caused by dangerous voltage inside Disconnect power supply before servicing or cleaning. WARNING Risk of burns due to hot surface Allow the device to cool down for at least 15 minutes before servicing or cleaning. -
Page 36: Basic Cleaning Instructions
Phantom 250 Spot Basic Cleaning Instructions The external lens of the device must be cleaned periodically in order to optimize the light output. The cleaning schedule depends on the conditions at the site where the device is installed. When smoke or fog machines are used at the site, the device will need more frequent cleaning. -
Page 37: Deinstallation, Transportation And Storage
Phantom 250 Spot 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 38 Phantom 250 Spot Product code: 40081...
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