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USER MANUAL
ENGLISH
Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII
V2
Product code: 43549
Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL ENGLISH Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Product code: 43549 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
  • Page 2 Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Table of contents Introduction ................................4 Before Using the Product ..........................4 Intended Use ............................... 4 Product Lifespan ..............................4 LEDs Lifespan ............................... 4 Text Conventions ..............................5 Symbols and Signal Words ..........................5 Symbols on the Information Label ........................6 Safety ..................................
  • Page 4 Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII DMX Error ..............................32 Settings Menu Lock ..........................32 Zoom Presets ............................33 Curve ..............................33 PWM Rate ............................33 White color settings/Calibration reset ....................34 White color settings ..........................34 Calibration reset ..........................34 Zoom calibration ............................34 Zoom calibration ............................34 DMX Channels ..............................35 DMX Channels Overview ..........................35...

  • 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 Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII ● Schuko to PowerCON connector power cable (1,5 m) ●...

  • Page 6: Text Conventions

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Text Conventions Throughout the user manual the following text conventions are used: ● Buttons: All buttons are in bold lettering, for example “Press the UP/DOWN buttons” ● References: References to chapters and parts of the device are in bold lettering, for example: “Refer to 2.

  • Page 7: Symbols On The Information Label

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Symbols on the Information Label This product is provided with an information label. The information label is located on the backside of the device. The information label contains the following symbols: This device shall not be treated as household waste.

  • Page 8: Safety

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII 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.
  • Page 9 Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Attention General safety ● Do not connect the device to a dimmer pack. ● Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals. This decreases the device’s life. ● Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.

  • Page 10: Requirements For The User

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII 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 Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII is a 7x 20 watt RGBW LED spot to wash Parcan, with a wide 8°–40° motorised zoom range and high CRI, suitable for in- and outdoor applications. Each function, including its 2-section LED control, 0–100 % dimmer, 0–20 Hz strobe and colour mixing engine, is...

  • Page 12: Back View

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Back View Fig. 03 04) Special IP 3-pin DMX signal connector IN 05) Special IP powerCON True1 connector 100-240V IN 06) Special IP powerCON True1 connector 100-240V OUT 07) Special IP 3-pin DMX signal connector OUT...

  • Page 13: Product Specifications

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Product Specifications Model: Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Electrical: Input voltage: 100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz Power consumption: 128W (full output) Physical: Dimensions: 255 x 225 x 360 mm (LxWxH) Weight: 7,08 kg Optics: Light source: 7 x 4-in-1 20W RGBW LEDs Dimmer: 0–100 %...

  • Page 14: Dimensions

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Dimensions Fig. 04 Product code: 43549...

  • Page 15: Installation

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII 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 16: Rigging

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Rigging The device can be positioned on a flat surface or mounted to a truss or other rigging structure in any orientation. Make sure that all loads are within the pre-determined limits of the supporting structure.
  • Page 17 Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII To mount the device, follow the steps below: Use a clamp to attach the device to the supporting structure, as shown in Fig. 05. Make sure that the device cannot move freely. 02) Secure the device with a secondary suspension, for example a safety cable. Make sure that the secondary suspension can hold 10 times the weight of the device.

  • Page 18: Angle Adjustment

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Angle Adjustment You can adjust the angle of the device with the adjustment screw (01). Turn the adjustment screw (03) counterclockwise to release it. 02) Tilt the device to the desired angle (see Fig. 07).

  • Page 19: Free-Standing Bracket Installation

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Free-standing Bracket Installation Spread the 2 brackets for solid floor installation as shown in Fig. 08. Tighten the screws. Fig. 08 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.

  • Page 20: Power Linking Of Multiple Devices

    Do not link more devices on one power link than the maximum recommended number. Maximum recommended number of devices: ● at 100–120 V: 8 devices Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII ● at 200–240 V: 15 devices Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII...

  • Page 21: Setup

    Disconnect power supply before connecting or disconnecting data cables. Stand-alone Setup When Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII 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 22: Dmx Cables

    Fig. 09. Fig. 09 Master/Slave Setup The Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII 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 23: Dmx Linking

    In a setup with multiple devices, make sure that you set the DMX starting address of each device correctly. The Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII has 10 personalities: 3 , 3, 4, 4, 5, 6, 7, 12, 17, 25 channels.

  • Page 24: Operation

    Control Mode The Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII can be operated with a DMX controller, or without a DMX controller as a stand-alone device or in a master/slave setup.

  • Page 25: Control Panel

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII 02) Set the DMX starting address of the device in the DMX Address menu. See 6.6.4. DMX Address on page 29 for more information. 03) Select the DMX channel mode in the DMX Configuration menu. See 6.6.5. Personality on page 29 for more information.

  • Page 26: Menu Overview

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Menu Overview Product code: 43549...
  • Page 27 Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Product code: 43549...

  • Page 28: Main Menu Options

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Main Menu Options The main menu has the following options: Static Colors Auto Programs Run Mode DMX Address DMX channel modes (10 personalities) Edit Mode Settings White color settings/RGB calibration/Calibration reset Zoom calibration Press the UP/DOWN buttons to navigate through the main menu.

  • Page 29: Static Colors

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Static Colors In this menu you can create a custom color, adjust the zoom and add strobe effect. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the parameter. 02) Press the ENTER button to confirm the selection and open the submenu.

  • Page 30: Run Mode

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Run Mode In this menu you can set the control mode of the device. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the following 2 options: ● DMX: The device will operate in DMX mode ●...

  • Page 31: Edit Mode

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Edit Mode In this menu you can select a custom program. There are 10 custom programs, which can be edited in the Edit menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose a custom program. 02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

  • Page 32: Settings

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Settings In this menu you can adjust the device’s settings. This menu requires a password. The default password is pressing the UP/DOWN buttons in the following order: UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN and press the ENTER button to confirm.

  • Page 33: Upload

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Upload In this submenu you can export current programs from the master device to the connected slave devices. 01) Select UPLD and press the ENTER button to open the menu. 02) Insert the password: UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN and press the ENTER button to confirm.

  • Page 34: Zoom Presets

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Zoom Presets In this submenu, you can set the zoom positions. 01) Select ZOOM and press the ENTER button to open the menu. 02) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the following 3 options: ●...

  • Page 35: White Color Settings/Calibration Reset

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII White color settings/Calibration reset In this menu you can adjust the characteristics of the white color. 01) Select CAL and press the ENTER button to open the menu. 02) Insert the password: UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN and press the ENTER button to confirm.

  • Page 36: Dmx Channels

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII DMX Channels DMX Channels Overview 3 channels 3 channels 4 channels 4 channels 5 channels 6 channels 7 channels Function (HSV) (ARC1) (AR1.D) (ARC.2) (AR2.D) (AR2.S) (AR2.Z) Dimmer Green Blue White Shutter/Strobe Zoom Zoom Reset...

  • Page 37: Hsv (3 Channels)

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII HSV (3 channels) Function Value Setting 3 CH 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Saturation 000–255 From low to high saturation (0–100 %) Dimmer / Intensity 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) ARC1 (3 channels), AR1.D (4 channels), ARC.2 (4 channels)

  • Page 38: Tour (12 Channels), Tr16 (17 Channels)

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII TOUR (12 channels), TR16 (17 channels) TOUR TR16 Function Value Setting 12 CH 17 CH Master Dimmer 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Master Dimmer Fine 000–255 Fine adjustment 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Red Fine 000–255...
  • Page 39 Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII TOUR TR16 Function Value Setting 12 CH 17 CH 161–170 Custom program 3 171–180 Custom program 4 181–190 Custom program 5 191–200 Custom program 6 201–210 Custom program 7 211–220 Custom program 8 221–230 Custom program 9 231–255...

  • Page 40: Full (25 Channels)

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII FULL (25 channels) FULL Function Value Setting 25 CH Master Dimmer 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Master Dimmer Fine 000–255 Fine adjustment Red (centre point) 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Red Fine (centre point) 000–255...
  • Page 41 Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII FULL Function Value Setting 25 CH 151–170 Red down / Green down / Blue 100 % 171–200 Red 100% / Green 100% / Blue 100% / White 100% 201–205 White 1: 3200 K 206–210 White 2: 3400 K 211–215...

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII 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 43: Maintenance

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Attention Before each use, examine the device visually for any defects. Make sure that: ● All screws used for installing the device or parts of the device are tightly fastened and are not corroded.

  • Page 44: Draining Condensation Water

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII Draining Condensation Water The Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII is IP65 rated. The device can resist water jets. If the device is exposed to extreme humid conditions during servicing, condensation may collect inside the device. This can happen also during transportation, if the device is exposed to extreme temperature variations.

  • Page 45: Deinstallation, Transportation And Storage

    Spectral M1500 Zoom Q4 MKIII 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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