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- Page 1 Indigo 6500 ORDERCODE 41384 Highlite International B.V. Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrade The Netherlands Phone: +31 45-5667700...
- Page 2 Congratulations! You have bought a great, innovative product from Showtec. The Showtec Indigo 6500 LED brings excitement to any venue. Whether you want simple plug-&-play action or a sophisticated DMX show, this product provides the effect you need. You can rely on Showtec, for more excellent lighting products.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Showtec Showtec Indigo 6500 LED Product Guide ™ Warning.................…...……………..…………………………..…………….…………….. Safety-instructions…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Operating Determinations.…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Rigging.…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Return Procedure…………………………………………………………………………………………........Claims……………………………………………………………………………................Description................…...………………………………………….……………………….. Features and Overview ………………………………...….……………….………….……….……….…………………….……. Backside…………………………………………………...…...….……………….…………………...…………………….……….. Installation................…...…………………………………………………………..……..… Set Up and Operation..............……..…………………………………………………………... Control Modes…………………………………………………………………………………………………….……..……………. One Indigo (Built-in Programs)…..………………………………………….……………….…………..…..………………. One Indigo (Sound Control)………………………………………………………..…………………….……..…………… Multiple Indigo‟s (Master/Slave control).……………………………………………….……………..…………………... -
Page 4: Warning
Your shipment includes: • Showtec Indigo 6500 LED with Volex IEC powercable 1,5m • 2 brackets for truss mounting • Safety cable •... - Page 5 If your Showtec device fails to work properly, discontinue use immediately. Pack the unit securely (preferably in the original packing material), and return it to your Showtec dealer for service.
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Page 6: Operating Determinations
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 Mounting a clamp to the underside of the Indigo moving head Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property ! Connection with the mains Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug. Always pay attention, that the right color cable is connected to the right place. International EU Cable UK Cable...
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Page 8: Return Procedure
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. -
Page 9: Description
Description of the device Features The Showtec Indigo 6500 LED is a moving-head with high output and great effects. • DMX-control via standard DMX-controller • Music Control • Automatic Pan/Tilt correction • Rotating Gobowheel with 6 rotating interchangeable gobos (2 glass, 4 metal) and open with Gobo Shake •... -
Page 10: Backside
IEC power connector + Fuse 5A 250V Installation Remove all packing materials from the Indigo 6500 LED. Check that 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
Control Modes There are 4 modes: • Stand-alone (built-in programs) • Sound-controlled • Master/Slave • DMX512 (17 Channels ADVANCED or 13 channel BASIC) One Indigo (Built-in Programs) 1. Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. When the Indigo is not connected by a DMX-cable, it functions as a stand-alone device. -
Page 12: Multiple Indigo"S (Dmx Control)
Multiple Indigo’s (DMX Control) 1. Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation. Always use a safety cable. 3. Use a 3-p XLR cable to connect the Indigo‟s and other devices. 4. -
Page 13: Fixture Linking
Neutrik®. Ordercode FL71150 (1,5m.), FL713 (3m.), FL716 (6m.), FL7110 (10m.). The Indigo 6500 LED can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand- alone mode. -
Page 14: Control Panel
Control Panel Fig. 5 A. LCD Display D. Down Button B. MENU button E. Up Button C. ENTER Button 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 the next time.) DMX Addressing The control panel on the front side of the base allows you to assign the DMX fixture address, which is the... -
Page 15: Menu Overview
Menu Overview You first have to create a step and press enter. Then Time and Use will appear... -
Page 16: Main Menu Options
Main Menu Options 1. Intro DMX Addressing With this menu you can set the DMX address. 1) Press Menu, until the display shows: Intro 2) Press Enter and use the Up/Down buttons to go to the Address menu. 3) Press enter to open this menu. You can choose 512 different DMX addresses. Use the Up / Down buttons to select the required address from 000 - 512. -
Page 17: Dmx Active
DMX Active With this menu you able to control the device by DMX. 1) Press Menu, until the display shows: Intro 2) Press Enter and use the Up/Down buttons to go to the Run menu. 3) Press enter to open this menu. Scroll through the menu until the display shows DMX512. 4) Once you have set DMX control, press the enter button to store your setting. -
Page 18: Channels Advanced/Basic Mode
Channels Advanced/Basic Mode 1) Press Menu, until the display shows: Intro 2) Press Enter and use the Up/Down buttons to go to the Channels menu. 3) Press enter to open this menu. You can choose Basic (13CH) or Advanced (17CH) mode. Use the Up / Down buttons to select one. -
Page 19: Invert
2. Invert 1) Press Menu, until the display shows: Invert 2) Press Enter and use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through the options: Pan, Tilt, Dimmer, Use. 3) Press enter to open this menu. Use the Up / Down buttons to select one of the options. 4) Once you have set the desired mode, press the enter button to store your setting. -
Page 20: Edit
5. Edit You first have to create a Step and press enter. Then the entire Menu will appear 1) Press Menu, until the display shows: Edit 2) Press Enter and then create a Step and press enter. 3) Now use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through the options: Pan, Tilt, Speed, Color, Gobo1, Gobo2, G2Rot, Prism, Prismt, Iris, Focus, Dimmer, Strobe, Time, Use. -
Page 21: Extra
1) Press Menu, until the display shows: Extra 2) You have to enter Password : UP + DOWN + UP + DOWN. When you have pressed ENTER in menu KEYLOCK ON, it will take 30 seconds before the Indigo 6500 is locked. -
Page 22: Dmx Channels
DMX Protocol 17 Channels (Advanced ) Channel 1 – Horizontal movement (Pan) Push the slider up, in order to move head horizontally (PAN). Gradual head adjustment from one end of the slider to the other (0-255, 128-center). The head can be turned by 540° and stopped at any position you wish. –... - Page 23 Channel 8 – Rotating Gobo-wheel + Gobo Shake 0-10 Open / White 11-20 Metal Gobo 1 21-30 Metal Gobo 2 31-40 Metal Gobo 3 41-50 Glass Gobo 4 51-60 Metal Gobo 5 61-70 Glass Gobo 6 71-85 Gobo Shake 6 from slow to fast 86-100 Gobo Shake 5 from slow to fast 101-115...
- Page 24 Channel 13 – Focus 0-255 Continuous adjustment from near to far Channel 14 – Focus Fine Channel 15 – Dimmer intensity 0-255 From black to brightest Channel 16 – Shutter / Strobe (Dimmer must be open 0-31 Close 32-63 Shutter open 64-95 Strobe effect, from slow to fast (0-10 flashes/sec.) 96-127...
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Page 25: Channels (Basic)
DMX Protocol 13 Channels (Basic) Channel 1 – Horizontal movement (Pan) Push the slider up, in order to move head horizontally (PAN). Gradual head adjustment from one end of the slider to the other (0-255, 128-center). The head can be turned by 540° and stopped at any position you wish. Channel 2 –... - Page 26 Channel 6 – Rotation Gobo 0-60 Gobo-indexing 61-150 Forwards (CW) gobo rotation from slow to fast 151-165 No Function 166-255 Backwards (CCW) gobo rotation from slow to fast Channel 7 – Prism / Effect 0-127 No Prism 128-255 Forwards (CW) rotation from slow to fast Channel 8 –...
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Page 27: Channel Settings
3. Mechanically moving parts like axles, eyes and others may not show any traces of wearing. 4. The electric power supply cables must not show any damages or material fatigue. The Showtec Indigo 6500 LED requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean. Otherwise, the fixture‟s light-output will be significantly reduced. -
Page 28: Replacing A Gobo From The Rotating Gobowheel
Replacing a Gobo from the rotating Gobowheel 1. Disconnect mains power supply and set the switch to OFF. 2. Make sure that the gobo you want to insert has the same size. For the right size, see below. Gobo Size Fig. -
Page 29: Gobo Orientation
Glass Gobo Orientation Coated glass gobos are inserted with the coating against the rim of the holder (away from the spring). Textured gobos are inserted with the smooth side against the spring. This provides the best results when combining rotating gobos. When an object is held up to the coated side When an object is held up to the uncoated there is no space between the object and its... -
Page 30: Colorwheel, Static Gobowheel And Rotating Gobowheel
Response: Suspect three potential problem areas: the power supply, the lamp, the fuse. 1. Power supply. Check that the unit is plugged into an appropriate power supply. 2. The LEDs. Return the Indigo 6500 LED to your Showtec dealer. 3. The fuse. Replace the fuse. See page 25 for replacing the fuse. -
Page 31: No Response To Dmx
No Response to DMX Response: Suspect the DMX cable or connectors, a controller malfunction, a light effect DMX card malfunction. 1. Check the DMX cable: Unplug the unit; change the DMX cable; then reconnect to electrical power. Try your DMX control again. 2. -
Page 32: Product Specifications
Product Specification Model: Showtec Indigo 6500 LED Voltage: 240V-50Hz (CE) Peak Power 500 Watt Continuous Power 300 Watt Fuse: T5A / 250V Dimensions: 405x296x523mm (LxWxH) Weight: 19,44 kg Operation and Programming Signal pin OUT: pin 1 earth, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+)
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