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USER MANUAL ENGLISH Galactic RGB-6-750 Product code: 51347 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
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Galactic RGB-6-750 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.
Galactic RGB-6-750 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 ..........................
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 RGB-6-750 ● Schuko to Pro power cable – 1,3 m ● Pro power connector OUT ●...
Galactic RGB-6-750 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.
Galactic RGB-6-750 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...
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Galactic RGB-6-750 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.
Galactic RGB-6-750 ● 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.
Galactic RGB-6-750 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.
Galactic RGB-6-750 Description of the Device The Showtec Galactic RGB-6-750 is a laser projector with high output and great effects. Front View Fig. 03 01) 2 x adjustment screw 02) Mounting bracket 03) 6 x laser beam aperture Back View Fig.
Galactic RGB-6-750 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.
Galactic RGB-6-750 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.
Galactic RGB-6-750 Angle Adjustment You can adjust the angle of the device with the adjustment screws (01). 01) Turn the adjustment screws (01) counterclockwise to release them. Tilt the device at the desired angle (see Fig. 09). Turn the adjustment screws (01) clockwise to tighten them. Make sure that the device cannot move freely after the adjustment screws (01) are tightened.
Galactic RGB-6-750 Power Linking of Multiple Devices This device supports power linking. Power can be relayed to another device via the power OUT connector. Note that the input and the output connectors have different designs: one type cannot be connected to the other.
Follow all applicable national and site-specific regulations regarding laser safety. Stand-alone Setup When the Galactic RGB-6-750 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.
Fig. 10. Fig. 10 Master/Slave Setup The Galactic RGB-6-750 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.
Continue assigning the starting addresses of the remaining devices by adding each time 66 to the previous number. Make sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control each Galactic RGB-6-750 correctly. If two or more devices are addressed similarly, they will work similarly.
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 RGB-6-750 supports the following control modes: ● Stand-alone: Auto mode (built-in shows), color mode ●...
Galactic RGB-6-750 Control Panel A) 3-digit LED display ENTER button C) DOWN button D) UP button MENU button Fig. 13 ● Use the MENU button to exit the current submenu, to return to the main menu and to navigate through the main menu.
Galactic RGB-6-750 Main Menu Options From the main menu you can access the following operating modes: 1. Auto mode 2. Color mode 3. DMX mode 4. Master/Slave mode If the device is not connected to a DMX controller, you can operate the device using the control panel.
Galactic RGB-6-750 DMX Mode In this menu you can select the desired DMX channel mode (personality) and set the DMX starting address of the device. Press the MENU button until the display shows Press ENTER button to open the menu. The current DMX starting address will be blinking.
Galactic RGB-6-750 Corrective Menu Options Factory Reset In this menu it is possible to restore the default factory settings. Make sure that the device is off before performing the following steps. Press and hold down the MENU and UP buttons.
Galactic RGB-6-750 Laser Intensity In this menu it is possible to manually set the individual laser intensities. Make sure that the device is off before performing the following steps. Insert the key into the key switch (11). The device is now operational. Turn the key switch (11) to ON position to turn on the laser beam.
Galactic RGB-6-750 05) Press the MENU button to toggle through the following options: Red laser, minimum output calibration Green laser, minimum output calibration Blue laser, minimum output calibration Red/Green/Blue laser, maximum output adjustment 06) Press the ENTER button to open the desired menu.
Galactic RGB-6-750 Maximum Laser Output Adjustment If you have opened menu, you can set the maximum laser output: Red, Green and Blue. This is not a calibration menu. You can set the laser output only by color and not per aperture.
Galactic RGB-6-750 DMX Channels Fig. 14 The Galactic RGB-6-750 is equipped with 6 laser beam apertures. Note: Make sure that the laser intensity channel(s) and laser color channels are open, in order to see the laser output. When using preset colors, it is not possible to adjust the individual laser colors (RGB).
Galactic RGB-6-750 7 CH 9 CH Function Value Setting 000–191 192 fixed positions on the X axis X Movement 192–223 Horizontal movement from left to right, from slow to fast 224–255 Horizontal movement from right to left, from slow to fast 000–191...
Galactic RGB-6-750 36 Channels Function Value Setting X Movement (Laser 1) 000–255 Fixed positions on the X axis, 127 = middle Y Movement (Laser 1) 000–255 Fixed positions on the Y axis, 127 = middle 000–127 Laser off Laser 1 128–255...
Galactic RGB-6-750 48 Channels Function Value Setting 000–100 From low to high RGB laser intensity (0–100 %) 101–110 Maximum RGB laser intensity (100 %) 111–125 Default color Laser Intensity (Laser 1) 126–190 Color switch (White, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta, Cyan), from slow to fast 191–254...
Galactic RGB-6-750 Function Value Setting 000–255 Laser patterns (See 6.8.6.1. Pattern Selection Chart on page 37 Patterns (Laser 6) for the list of patterns.) 000–127 Fixed zooming, 100–5 % 128–169 Zoom in, from slow to fast Zoom (Laser 6) 170–209 Zoom out, from slow to fast 210–255...
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Galactic RGB-6-750 Function Value Setting 000–127 Fixed rotating 0–359° 128–191 Continuous clockwise rotation, from slow to fast X Rotation (Laser 1) 192–255 Continuous counterclockwise rotation, from slow to fast 000–127 Fixed rotating 0–359° 128–191 Continuous clockwise rotation, from slow to fast Z Rotation (Laser 1) 192–255...
Galactic RGB-6-750 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.
Galactic RGB-6-750 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.
Galactic RGB-6-750 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.
Galactic RGB-6-750 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.
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