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 M950 SW • Blue/White power cable (1,5 m) •...
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• 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.
Spectral M950 SW • The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the Spectral. The manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device. • This device falls under protection class I. Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow/green conductor to earth.
Spectral M950 SW 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.
Spectral M950 SW 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.
Spectral M950 SW Description of the device Features The Spectral M950 SW is a light effect with high output and great effects. Input voltage: 100-240V, 60/50Hz • Power consumption: 110W • DMX channels: 3, 7 or 13 channels • OLED display for easy setup •...
11) OLED display + menu buttons Installation Remove all packing materials from the Spectral M950 SW. 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.
Spectral M950 SW Control Modes There are 4 modes: • Built-in programs • Manual Mode • Master/Slave • DMX-512 (3CH, 7CH, 13CH) One Spectral (Built-in programs and Manual Mode) 01) Fasten the effect light to a firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation.
Spectral M950 SW 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 XLR cable to connect the Spectrals and other devices.
Spectral M950 SW 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.
Spectral M950 SW The Spectral M950 SW can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand-alone mode. Control Panel A) OLED display MODE button C) UP button D) DOWN button Fig. 05 Control Mode The fixtures are individually addressed on a data-link and connected to the controller.
Spectral M950 SW Main Menu Options Power Saving Mode/Full Power Mode Display lock DMX 3-channel mode DMX 7-channel mode DMX 13-channel mode Color temperature Built-in programs Program speed Cool White LED brightness (Manual Mode) Warm White LED brightness (Manual Mode)
Spectral M950 SW 2. Display lock With this menu, you can activate/deactivate a display lock. 01) Press the MODE button until the display shows 02) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to activate/deactivate a display lock. 03) If you choose “Yes” and the display turns OFF after 10 seconds, you will have to press and hold down one of the menu buttons (MODE, UP/DOWN) for 3 seconds.
Spectral M950 SW 10. Warm White LED brightness (Manual Mode) With this menu, you can set the Warm White LED brightness. 01) Press the MODE button until the display shows 02) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to increase/decrease the Warm White LED brightness. The adjustment range is between 0-255, from dark to brightest.
Spectral M950 SW 13 channels Channel 1 – Dimmer intensity 0-255 Gradual adjustment, from dark to brightest 0-100% Channel 2 – Fine dimmer intensity Dimmer must be open 0-255 Fine adjustment dimmer, from dark to brightest 0-100% Channel 3 – Cool White...
04) The electric power supply cables must not show any damages or material fatigue. The Spectral M950 SW 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.
Spectral M950 SW No Response to DMX Suspect the DMX cable or connectors, a controller malfunction, a light effect DMX card malfunction. 01) Check the DMX setting. Make sure that DMX addresses are correct. 02) Check the DMX cable: Unplug the unit; change the DMX cable; then reconnect to electrical power.
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