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USER MANUAL ENGLISH Galactic RGB-2000 Product code: 51346 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
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Galactic RGB-2000 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-2000 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-2000 ● Schuko to Pro power cable – 1,3 m ● Pro power connector OUT ●...
Galactic RGB-2000 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-2000 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-2000 DANGER Laser radiation Avoid eye or skin exposure to direct or scattered radiation This device is a class 4 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 scattered laser beam can result in severe eye damage and serious skin injuries.
Galactic RGB-2000 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-2000 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-2000 Description of the Device The Showtec Galactic RGB-2000 is a laser projector with high output and great effects. Front View Fig. 03 01) Laser beam aperture Built-in microphone Mounting bracket 2 adjustment screws Sound control LED indicator Power LED indicator...
Galactic RGB-2000 Back View Fig. 04 Fuse 5KT1,6AL/250 V Power switch ON/OFF 3-pin DMX signal connector IN Safety eye 3-pin DMX signal connector OUT Control panel: LCD display + control buttons SD slot ILDA-compatible DB-25 connector THROUGH ILDA-compatible DB-25 connector IN...
Galactic RGB-2000 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-2000 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-2000 Angle Adjustment You can adjust the angle of the device with the adjustment screws (04). 01) Turn the adjustment screws (04) counterclockwise to release them. Tilt the device at the desired angle (see Fig. 10). Turn the adjustment screws (04) clockwise to tighten them. Make sure that the device cannot move freely after the adjustment screws (04) are tightened.
Galactic RGB-2000 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-2000 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.
Fig. 11. Fig. 11 Master/Slave Setup The Galactic RGB-2000 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 13 to the previous number. Make sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control each Galactic RGB-2000 correctly. If two or more devices are addressed similarly, they will work similarly.
Galactic RGB-2000 DB-25 Connection Attention Connect all data cables before supplying power. Disconnect power supply before connecting or disconnecting data cables. ILDA ILDA connection employs the DB-25 connector for parallel signal transmission. It is a low-level transmission that only modulates the voltage on every pin, usually in a range of 5 V difference (from -2,5 V to +2,5 V or 0–5 V).
(laser interface) in combination with laser software. The Galactic RGB-2000 has 2 DB-25 connectors, one input and one throughput. To connect multiple devices with the DB-25 connectors, follow the steps below: Connect the laser interface to the computer.
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-2000 supports the following control modes: ● Stand-alone:...
Galactic RGB-2000 Control Panel A) LCD display ENTER button C) DOWN button D) UP button FUNC button Fig. 16 ● Use the FUNC button to exit the current submenu, to return to the main menu and to navigate through the main menu.
Galactic RGB-2000 Main Menu Options From the main menu you can access the following operating modes: 1. Auto/Sound shows 2. SD show 3. DMX mode 4. Master/Slave mode 5. Settings If the device is not connected to a DMX controller, you can operate the device using the control panel.
Galactic RGB-2000 Auto/Sound Shows In this menu you can play the auto shows and the sound-controlled shows. Press the FUNC button, until the display shows INTERNAL SHOW. Press the ENTER button to open the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose the desired built-in program. The available programs are: ●...
Galactic RGB-2000 DMX Mode In this menu you can set the DMX starting address of the device. Press the FUNC button, until the display shows DMX. Press the ENTER button to open the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the DMX starting address. The selection range is 001–512.
Galactic RGB-2000 DMX Ch (DMX Channel Modes) In this menu you can choose the desired DMX channel mode. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose one of the 2 DMX channel modes: ● 1 channel ● 13 channels Voic Sens (Sound Sensitivity) In this menu you can set the sound sensitivity of the device.
Galactic RGB-2000 DMX Mode Set CH 1 between 222 and 255 to select DMX mode. Function Value Setting 000–255 Laser patterns (See 6.7.3.1. Pattern Selection Chart on page 34 Patterns for the list of patterns.) 000–005 No laser output 006–010...
Galactic RGB-2000 Pattern Selection Chart To select a pattern, follow the steps below: Activate the 13-channel mode on the device. See 6.6.5.4. DMX Ch (DMX Channel Modes) on page 30 for more information. Set CH 1 in the range 222–255 to activate DMX mode.
Galactic RGB-2000 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-2000 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 4 laser device according to the classification in NEN-EN-IEC 60825-1:2014.
Galactic RGB-2000 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-2000 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.