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MANUAL
ENGLISH
Spectral PC 1800Z IP
V2
Ordercode: 43553
Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands

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  • Page 1 MANUAL ENGLISH Spectral PC 1800Z IP Ordercode: 43553 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP 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 ..................................
  • Page 3 Spectral PC 1800Z IP Maintenance ..................................27 Troubleshooting ................................27 No Light ..................................27 No Response to DMX..............................27 Product Specifications ..............................29 Dimensions ..................................30 Ordercode: 43553...
  • 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 PC 1800Z IP  Safety cable ...
  • 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 PC 1800Z IP 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 bigger than 1 meter.
  • Page 7: Connection With The Mains

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP 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 PC 1800Z IP 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 PC 1800Z IP Description of the device Features The Spectral PC 1800Z IP is a LED fixture with high output and great effects. • Input voltage: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz • Power consumption: 185W • Light source: 1 x Multichip RGBW LED •...
  • Page 10: Backside

    12) Safety eye Installation Remove all packing materials from the Spectral PC 1800Z IP. 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 PC 1800Z IP Control Modes There are 4 modes: • Static Colors (Manual) • Built-in programs (Auto) • Master/Slave • DMX-512 (9CH, 9CH, 12CH, 17CH) 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 PC 1800Z IP 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.
  • Page 13: Fixture Linking

    6,0 m IP65 XLR/M 3p. > XLR/F 3p. Neutrik FL7310 10 m IP65 XLR/M 3p. > XLR/F 3p. Neutrik The Spectral PC 1800Z IP can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand-alone mode. Ordercode: 43553...
  • Page 14: Control Panel

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP Control Panel A) LCD 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. 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.)
  • Page 15: Menu Overview

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP Menu Overview Ordercode: 43553...
  • Page 16: Main Menu Options

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP Main Menu Options 01) Upon start-up, the display will interchangeably show two screens: 02) Press the ENTER button to open the main menu. The display will show: 03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle between the menus.
  • Page 17: Dmx Address

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP 2. DMX Address With this menu you can set the device’s DMX starting address. 01) While in the main menu, press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose ADDRESS. 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
  • Page 18: Personality (Dmx Channel Modes)

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP 6. Personality (DMX channel modes) With this menu, you can set the desired DMX channel mode (personality). 01) While in the main menu, press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose PERSONALITY. 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
  • Page 19: How To Make Your Own Custom Program

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP 7.1. How to make your own custom program 01) First, start with PROGRAM1 and add the desired settings in SCENE-01, then SCENE-02, etc. 02) In this way you can add a maximum of 30 scenes. 03) After that, you can start with PROGRAM2 and create a maximum of 30 scenes again.
  • Page 20: Color

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP 8.3. Color With this menu, you can adjust the color calibration functions. 01) While in SETTING menu, press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose COLOR. 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu. 03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle between the 3 options: RGBW, OFF, UC 04) If you have chosen RGBW, then RGB to WHITE is active.
  • Page 21: Calibration

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP 10. Calibration With this menu, you can calibrate the device’s colors. 01) While in the main menu, press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose CALIB. C. 02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu. 03) Insert the password in order to access the menu. Press the buttons in the following order: UP,DOWN,UP,DOWN and press the ENTER button to confirm.
  • Page 22: Dmx Channels

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP DMX Channels 9 channels (HSIC) Channel 1 – Dimmer intensity 0-255 Gradual adjustment, from dark to brightest 0-100% Channel 2 – Hue (CH1 and CH4 must be set between 1-255 0-255 Gradual adjustment Hue, from 0-100% Channel 3 –...
  • Page 23: Channels (Ssp)

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP 190-255 Non-linear dimmer 4 (slowest) 9 channels (SSP) Channel 1 – Dimmer intensity 0-255 Gradual adjustment, from dark to brightest 0-100% Channel 2 – Red (CH1 must be set between 1-255 0-255 Gradual adjustment Red, from 0-100% Channel 3 –...
  • Page 24: Channels (Tour)

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP 12 channels (TOUR) Channel 1 – Dimmer intensity 0-255 Gradual adjustment, from dark to brightest 0-100% Channel 2 – Red (CH1 must be set between 1-255 0-255 Gradual adjustment Red, from 0-100% Channel 3 – Green (CH1 must be set between 1-255...
  • Page 25 Spectral PC 1800Z IP Channel 8 – Built-in programs/Custom programs 0-40 No function 41-50 Auto 1 51-60 Auto 2 61-70 Auto 3 71-80 Auto 4 81-90 Auto 5 91-100 Auto 6 101-110 Auto 7 111-120 Auto 8 121-130 Auto 9...
  • Page 26: Channels (Tr16)

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP 17 channels (TR16) Channel 1 – Dimmer intensity 0-255 Gradual adjustment, from dark to brightest 0-100% Channel 2 – Fine dimmer 0-255 Fine dimmer adjustment, from dark to brightest 0-100% Channel 3 – Red (CH1 must be set between 1-255...
  • Page 27 Spectral PC 1800Z IP 246-250 White 11: 7200K 251-255 White 12: 8000K Channel 12 – Strobe (CH1 and CH3, CH4, CH5, CH6, CH7, CH8, CH9 or CH10 must be set between 1-255 and CH11 between 11-255 No function 10-99 Strobe flash frequency, from slow to fast (0-25Hz)
  • Page 28: Maintenance

    04) The electric power supply cables must not show any damages or material fatigue. The Spectral PC 1800Z IP 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 29 Spectral PC 1800Z IP Problem Probable cause(s) Solution • Check if power is switched on and No power to the fixture One or more cables are plugged in fixtures do not function at all • Return the device to your local Internal fuse blown Showtec dealer.
  • Page 30: Product Specifications

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP Product Specifications Model: Showtec Spectral PC 1800Z IP Input voltage: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz Power consumption: 185W (full output) DMX linking: 30pcs Power linking @110V 5pcs Power linking @240V 10pcs Dimensions: 265 x 240 x 405 mm (LxWxH)
  • Page 31: Dimensions

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP Dimensions Ordercode: 43553...
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