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MANUAL
ENGLISH
Spectral M400
V1
Ordercode: 43533
Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands

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  • Page 1 MANUAL ENGLISH Spectral M400 Ordercode: 43533 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Spectral M400 Table of contents Warning ....................................3 Safety Instructions ................................. 3 Operating Determinations ............................5 Rigging .................................... 5 Connection with the mains............................6 Return Procedure ................................7 Claims ....................................7 Description of the device ..............................8 Frontside..................................8 Backside ..................................9 Installation ...................................
  • Page 3 Spectral M400 Troubleshooting ................................26 No Light ..................................26 No Response to DMX..............................26 Product Specifications ..............................28 Dimensions ..................................29 Ordercode: 43533...

  • 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 be returned in the original factory box and packing. Your shipment includes: Showtec Spectral M400 • PowerCON power cable (1,5 m) •...
  • Page 5 • 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: Operating Determinations

    Spectral M400 • Repairs, servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician. • WARRANTY: Till one year after date of purchase. Operating Determinations • This device is not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the device will serve you for a long time without defects.

  • Page 7: Connection With The Mains

    Spectral M400 The Spectral can be placed on a flat stage floor or mounted to any kind of truss with a clamp. Improper installation can cause serious injuries and/or damage of property! Connection with the mains Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug.

  • Page 8: Return Procedure

    Spectral M400 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.

  • Page 9: Description Of The Device

    Spectral M400 Description of the device Features The Spectral M400 is a LED fixture with high output and great effects. • Input voltage: 100-240V AC, 60/50Hz • Power consumption: 24W • Light source: 7 x 3W RGB LED • Light output: 561 lumen •...

  • Page 10: Backside

    11) 3-pin DMX signal connector OUT Installation Remove all packing materials from the Spectral M400. 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.

  • Page 11: Control Modes

    Spectral M400 Control Modes There are 4 modes: • Static Colors (Manual) • Built-in programs (Auto) • Master/Slave • DMX-512 (9CH, 13CH, 3CH, 3CH, 4CH, 5CH) One Spectral (Static Colors) 01) Fasten the effect light to a firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation.

  • Page 12: Multiple Spectrals (Dmx Control)

    Spectral M400 Multiple Spectrals (DMX Control) 01) Fasten the effect light to a firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. 02) Always use a safety cable (ordercode 70140 / 70141). 03) Use a 3-pin/5-pin XLR cable to connect the Spectrals and other devices.

  • Page 13: Fixture Linking

    Spectral M400 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 14: Control Panel

    Spectral M400 The Spectral M400 can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand- alone mode. Control Panel A) LED display MENU button C) ENTER button D) UP button DOWN button Fig. 05 Control Mode The fixtures are individually addressed on a data-link and connected to the controller.

  • Page 15: Menu Overview

    Spectral M400 Menu Overview Ordercode: 43533...

  • Page 16: Main Menu Options

    Spectral M400 Main Menu Options Static Colors Built-in programs Master/Slave Mode DMX-512 Mode DMX channel modes (personalities) Edit Mode Settings Calibration Safety lock 1. Static Colors With this menu, you can set the static colors. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.

  • Page 17: Built-In Programs

    Spectral M400 2. Built-in programs With this menu, you can set the built-in programs. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows and press the ENTER button to open the menu. 02) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose one of the 10 uneditable built-in programs (AT.01-AT.10) and 10 editable presets (PR.01-PR.10) which can be edited in Edit mode (see page 17).

  • Page 18: Edit Mode

    Spectral M400 6. Edit Mode With this menu, you can create your own custom shows. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu. 03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose the desired custom program: PR.01 – PR.10.

  • Page 19: Settings

    Spectral M400 7. Settings With this menu you can set the device’s settings. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu. 03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle between the following menus: Upload, Reset, Color, Dimmer, Dimming curve, DMX Error, Settings Lock, Strobe Settings, Calibration and Safety Lock.

  • Page 20: Dimming Curve Settings

    Spectral M400 7.5. Dimming curve settings 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu. 03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose the desired dimming curve out of the 4 available options: 7.6.

  • Page 21: Calibration

    Spectral M400 8. Calibration With this menu, you can adjust the characteristics of the white color or set the RGB calibration. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu. 03) Insert the password: UP>DOWN>UP>DOWN and press the ENTER button to confirm.

  • Page 22: Dmx Channels

    Spectral M400 DMX Channels 9 channels (TOUR) Channel 1 – Dimmer intensity 0-255 Gradual adjustment, from dark to brightest 0-100% Channel 2 – Red Dimmer must be open 0-255 Gradual adjustment Red, from 0-100% Channel 3 – Green Dimmer must be open...

  • Page 23: Channels (Tr16)

    Spectral M400 Channel 7 – Built-in programs/Custom programs Dimmer must be open 0-20 Not functional 21-30 Auto 1 31-40 Auto 2 41-50 Auto 3 51-60 Auto 4 61-70 Auto 5 71-80 Auto 6 81-90 Auto 7 91-100 Auto 8 101-110...
  • Page 24 Spectral M400 Channel 6 – Fine Green Dimmer must be open 0-255 Fine adjustment Green, from 0-100% Channel 7 – Blue Dimmer must be open 0-255 Gradual adjustment Blue, from 0-100% Channel 8 – Fine Blue Dimmer must be open...

  • Page 25: Channels (Arc1)

    Spectral M400 Channel 11 – Built-in programs/Custom programs Dimmer must be open 0-20 Not functional 21-30 Auto 1 31-40 Auto 2 41-50 Auto 3 51-60 Auto 4 61-70 Auto 5 71-80 Auto 6 81-90 Auto 7 91-100 Auto 8 101-110...

  • Page 26: Channels (Ar1.D)

    Spectral M400 4 channels (AR1.D) Channel 1 – Dimmer intensity 0-255 Gradual adjustment, from dark to brightest 0-100% Channel 2 – Red Dimmer must be open 0-255 Gradual adjustment Red, from 0-100% Channel 3 – Green Dimmer must be open...

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    04) The electric power supply cables must not show any damages or material fatigue. The Spectral M400 requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean. Otherwise, the fixture’s light output will be significantly reduced. Disconnect the mains power supply, and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth.
  • Page 28 Spectral M400 Problem Probable cause(s) Solution • Check if power is switched on and One or more No power to the fixture cables are plugged in fixtures do not function at all • Return the device to your local Internal fuse blown Showtec dealer.

  • Page 29: Product Specifications

    Spectral M400 Product Specifications Model: Showtec Spectral M400 Input voltage: 100-240V AC, 60/50Hz Power consumption: 24W (full output) DMX linking: 30pcs Dimensions: 175 x 220 x 270 mm (LxWxH) Weight: 3,5 kg Operating and Programming: Signal pin OUT: Pin 1 (earth), pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+)

  • Page 30: Dimensions

    Spectral M400 Dimensions Ordercode: 43533...
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