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MANUAL
ENGLISH
Galactic FX RGB-1000
V3
Ordercode: 51343
Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands

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  • Page 1 MANUAL ENGLISH Galactic FX RGB-1000 Ordercode: 51343 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 Table of contents Warning ....................................2 Unpacking Instructions ..............................2 Safety Instructions ................................. 3 Operating Determinations ............................5 Laser safety for a Class 4 Laser Product ........................5 Rigging .................................... 7 Connection with the mains............................7 Return Procedure ................................8 Claims ....................................
  • Page 3: Warning

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 Warning Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the dealer immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling.
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 Safety Instructions Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device has to: ● be qualified ● follow the instructions of this manual Before your initial start-up, please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation. Should there be any, consult your dealer and do not use the device.
  • Page 5 Galactic FX RGB-1000 ● After set up and prior to public use, test laser to ensure proper function. Do not use the laser if any defect is detected. Do not use, if the laser emits only one or two laser beams rather than dozens/hundreds, as this could indicate damage to the diffraction grating optic, and could allow emission of higher laser levels.
  • Page 6: Operating Determinations

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 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. ● The minimum distance between light-output and the illuminated surface must be more than 1 meter.
  • Page 7 Galactic FX RGB-1000 Further guidelines and safety programs for safe use of lasers can be found in the ANSI Z136.1 Standard “For Safe Use of Lasers”, available from www.laserinstitute.org. Many local governments, corporations, agencies, military and others, require all lasers to be used under the guidelines of ANSI Z136.1. Laser Display guidance can be obtained via the International Laser Display Association, www.laserist.org.
  • Page 8: Rigging

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 Rigging Please follow the European and national guidelines concerning rigging, trussing and all other safety issues. Do not attempt the installation yourself ! Always let the installation be carried out by an authorized dealer ! Procedure: ●...
  • Page 9: Return Procedure

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 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 10: Description Of The Device

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 Description of the device Features The Showtec Galactic FS RGB-1000 is a laser effect with high output and great effects. ● Power Input: AC 100-240V, 60/50Hz ● Power Consumption: 70 Watt ● Beam Diameter <20mm at aperture ●...
  • Page 11: Backside

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 Backside Fig. 02 06) Cooling fan 07) Safety eye 08) ILDA Input 09) ILDA Through 10) Sound Sensitivity (Use a micro screwdrive to adjust) 11) LED Display + control buttons 12) 3-pin DMX signal connector (IN) 13) Ground/Earth connection...
  • Page 12 Galactic FX RGB-1000 The Interlock plug/remote plug and safety keys are included in the box. The interlock is the “included-in-the-box” successor for the optional remote interlock (51316) They should be kept with the Galactic laser !!! The following safety precautions should be followed: ●...
  • Page 13: Control Modes

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 Control Modes There are 4 modes: Built-in programs (stand-alone) Sound-controlled built-in programs Master/Slave DMX-512 (19CH) One Galactic (Stand-alone) 01) Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation.
  • Page 14: Multiple Galactics (Dmx Control)

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 Multiple Galactics (DMX Control) 01) Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation. 02) Always use a safety cable (ordercode 70140 / 70141). 03) Plug the end of the electric mains power cord into a proper electric power supply socket.
  • Page 15: Fixture Linking

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 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 on 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 16: Control Panel

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 Control Panel A) LED display B) UP button C) DOWN button D) ENTER button E) Audio sensitivity (use micro screwdriver) F) MODE button F) MODE button G) Built-in microphone Fig. 05 Control Mode The fixtures are individually addressed on a data-link and connected to the controller.
  • Page 17: Menu Overview

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 Menu Overview Main Menu Options Built-in auto and sound-controlled effects DMX Mode Master/Slave Mode Horizontal/Mirror Flip Mode You can only change settings when the display is blinking. If you cannot change certain values, please press the MODE button once and then adjust the value.
  • Page 18: Master/Slave Mode

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 3. Master/Slave Mode 01) Press the MODE button until the display shows 02) Press the ENTER button to confirm. 03) The device is now operating in Slave mode and it will react the same as the master device.
  • Page 19: Channels (Advanced)

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 16-23 Green 24-31 Red and Green 32-39 Blue 40-47 Blue and Red 48-55 Blue and Green 56-65 Red, Green and Blue 66-207 Sequential color change, from slow to fast 208-255 Strobe, from slow to fast Channel 4 – Horizontal movement...
  • Page 20 Galactic FX RGB-1000 Channel 3 – Patterns Ch 2 and Ch 3 are connected to each other. The full pattern chart (see page 22). Choose your preferred pattern by adjusting the value of Channel 3. Subsequently, adjust the value of Channel 2 to gain access to secondary patterns.
  • Page 21 Galactic FX RGB-1000 Channel 12 – Y-axis rotation 0-127 Manual rotation 128-255 Automatic rotation Channel 13 – Y-axis rotation speed 0-255 From Fast to slow Channel 14 – Clockwise rotation 0-127 Manual rotation 128-255 Automatic rotation Channel 15 – Clockwise rotation speed...
  • Page 22: Patterns

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 Patterns Ordercode: 51343...
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 Maintenance The Showtec Galactic 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. Wipe the front glass panel clean with glass cleaner and a soft cloth.
  • Page 24 Galactic FX RGB-1000 Problem Probable cause(s) Remedy One or more No power to the fixture ● Check that power is switched on and fixtures do not cables are plugged in function at all Primary fuse blown ● Replace fuse Fixtures reset The controller is not connected ●...
  • Page 25: Product Specifications

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 Product Specifications Model: Galactic FX RGB-1000 Input Voltage: AC 100-240V, 60/50Hz Continuous Power: 70 Watt Fuse: 1.6AL/250V Dimensions: 290 x 260 x 205 mm (LxWxH) Weight: 4 kg Operation and Programming Signal pin OUT: pin 1 earth, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+)
  • Page 26: Dimensions

    Galactic FX RGB-1000 Dimensions Ordercode: 51343...
  • Page 27 Galactic FX RGB-1000 Ordercode: 51343...
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