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 Data Flash Strobe • Powercon 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.
Data Flash Strobe • The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the Data Flash Strobe. 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.
Data Flash Strobe The Data Flash Strobe 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. Always check if the right color cable is connected to the right place.
Data Flash Strobe 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. Call Highlite 0031-455667723 or mail aftersales@highlite.nl and request an RMA prior to shipping the fixture.
Data Flash Strobe Description of the device Features The Data Flash Strobe is a compact LED strobe with an intense strobe effect. It has 8 sections which can be used for creating dynamic strobe effects. 8 controllable sections • Double mounting bracket •...
Data Flash Strobe Backside Fig. 02 04) 3-pin DMX signal connector IN 05) 3-pin DMX signal connector OUT 06) LED display + menu buttons 07) PowerCON power connector OUT 08) PowerCON power connector IN Installation Remove all packing materials from the Data Flash Strobe. Check if all foam and plastic padding is removed.
Data Flash Strobe Control Modes There are 5 modes: • Auto run • Built-in programs • Sound-controlled • Master/slave • DMX-512 (12 CH) One Data Flash Strobe (Auto Run Mode and Built-in programs) 01) Fasten the effect light to a firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. 02) Plug the end of the electric mains power cord into a proper electric power supply socket.
Data Flash Strobe Multiple Data Flash Strobes (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 Data Flash Strobes and other devices. 04) Link the units as shown in fig.
Data Flash Strobe 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.
Data Flash Strobe Control Panel A) LED display MODE button C) SETUP button D) UP button DOWN button Fig. 05 Control Mode The fixtures are individually addressed on a data-link and connected to the controller. The fixtures respond to the DMX signal from the controller. (When you select the DMX address and save it, the controller will display the saved DMX address, next time.) DMX Addressing The control panel on the front side of the base allows you to assign DMX fixture addresses, which is the first...
Data Flash Strobe Main Menu Options 1. Auto run 2. Built in programs 3. Slave mode 4. DMX addressing 5. Sound-controlled mode 6. Dimmer options 7. Settings 8. Info 1. Auto Run Mode With this menu you can start Auto Run mode. 01) Press the MODE button and then the UP/DOWN buttons, until the display shows 02) The Data Flash Strobe will now run all the built-in programs in a sequence.
Data Flash Strobe 4. DMX Addressing With this menu you can set the DMX address and control the DMX configuration. 01) Press the MODE button and then the UP/DOWN buttons, until the display shows 02) Press the SETUP button to open the menu. You can choose 512 different DMX addresses. 03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the required address from Once you have set the desired DMX address, you can also see the DMX mode.
Data Flash Strobe 7. Settings 01) Press the MODE button and then the UP / DOWN buttons, until the display shows 02) Press the SETUP button to open the menu. 03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between the 4 available options, 04) Press the SETUP button to open one of the 4 options.
Data Flash Strobe , you can set the dimmer speed, by pressing the UP/DOWN buttons. You can 06) With the menu choose Smooth or Fast. 07) In the menu you can set how long the display will remain ON, when no button is pressed. 08) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between 10, 20, 30 or 60 seconds.
Data Flash Strobe DMX Channels 12 channels Channel 1 – Dimmer intensity 0-255 Gradual adjustment, from dark to brightest 0-100% Channel 2 – Section 1 ( Dimmer must be open 0-255 Gradual adjustment section 1, from dark to brightest 0-100% Channel 3 –...
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Data Flash Strobe 200-209 Program 21 210-219 Program 22 220-229 Program 23 230-239 Program 24 240-249 Program 25 250-255 Sound-controlled Channel 11 – Dimmer speed ( Dimmer must be open 0-255 From slow to fast Sound sensitivity 0-31, from low to high sensitivity (CH10 must be set between 250-255) 250-255 Channel 12 –...
01) Power supply. Check that the unit is plugged into an appropriate power supply. 02) The LEDs. Return the Data Flash Strobe to your Showtec dealer. 03) If all of the above appears to be O.K., plug the unit in again.
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Data Flash Strobe Problem Probable cause(s) Solution No power to the fixture • Check if power is switched on and One or more cables are plugged in fixtures do not function at all Fixtures reset The controller is not connected. •...
Data Flash Strobe Product Specifications Model: Showtec Data Flash Strobe Input Voltage: 110-240V, 50/60Hz Power consumption: 120W (full output) DMX linking: 30 pcs Protection rate: IP-20 Dimensions: 263 x 83 x 293 mm (LxWxH) Weight: 2,60 kg Operating and Programming:...
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