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USER MANUAL
ENGLISH
Spectral PC 1800Z IP65
V4
Product code: 43553
Firmware version: 2.0.4
Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL ENGLISH Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Product code: 43553 Firmware version: 2.0.4 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
  • Page 2 Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 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 PC 1800Z IP65 Table of contents Introduction ................................4 Before Using the Product ..........................4 Intended Use ............................... 4 Product Lifespan ..............................4 LEDs Lifespan ............................... 4 Text Conventions ..............................4 Symbols and Signal Words ..........................5 Symbols on the Information Label ........................5 Safety ..................................
  • Page 4 Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Information ..............................28 DMX Channels ..............................29 DMX Channels Overview ..........................29 HSIC (9 channels)............................30 SSP (9 channels), TOUR (12 channels), TR16 (17 channels) ..............31 RDM Information ...............................33 RDM Details ..............................33 Supported RDM PIDs (Parameter IDs) .....................33 Highlite RDM Details ...........................33 Troubleshooting ..............................
  • 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 PC 1800Z IP65 ● Schuko to Seetronic power cable (1,5 m) ● Safety cable ●...
  • Page 6: Symbols And Signal Words

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Symbols and Signal Words Safety notes and warnings are indicated throughout the user manual by safety signs. Always follow the instructions provided in this user manual. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in DANGER death or serious injury.
  • Page 7: Safety

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 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. Warnings and Safety Instructions...
  • Page 8 Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 WARNING Risk of epileptic shock Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights. Attention Power supply ● Before connecting the device to the power supply, make sure that the current, voltage and frequency match the input voltage, current and frequency specified on the information label on the device.
  • Page 9: Requirements For The User

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 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. ● The safety devices are not damaged.
  • Page 10: Description Of The Device

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Description of the Device The Showtec Spectral PC 1800Z is a 180 watt RGBW LED Array spot to wash Parcan, with a wide 4.5°–45° motorized zoom range, suitable for in- and outdoor applications. Each function, including 0–100 % dimmer, 0–25 Hz strobe and colour mixing engine, is controllable via DMX and Master/Slave in Manual...
  • Page 11: Product Specifications

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Product Specifications Model: Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Electrical: Input voltage: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 185 W Physical: Dimensions: 265 x 240 x 405 mm (L x W x H) (including bracket) Weight: 9,3 kg...
  • Page 12: Dimensions

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Dimensions Fig. 04 Fig. 05 Fig. 06 Product code: 43553...
  • Page 13: Installation

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 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 14: Rigging

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Rigging The device can be positioned on a flat surface (see Fig. 07) 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 15: Angle Adjustment

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Angle Adjustment You can adjust the angle of the device with the 2 adjustment screws (06). 01) Turn the adjustment screws (06) counterclockwise to release them. 02) Tilt the device at the desired angle (see Fig. 09).
  • Page 16: Connecting To Power Supply

    Do not link more devices on one power link than the maximum recommended number. Maximum recommended number of devices: ● at 100–120 V: 5 devices Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 ● at 200–240 V: 10 devices Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Product code: 43553...
  • Page 17: Setup

    Disconnect power supply before connecting or disconnecting data cables. Stand-alone Setup When the Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 is not connected to a controller or to other devices, it functions as a stand-alone device. For more information about the control modes, refer to 6.2. Control Modes on page 19.
  • Page 18: Dmx Cables

    Fig. 10 Master/Slave Setup The Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 supports master/slave control mode. To connect multiple devices in a master/slave setup, follow the steps below: Connect the first device’s DMX OUT connector to the second device’s DMX IN connector with a 3-pin/5-pin DMX cable.
  • Page 19: Dmx Linking

    04) Continue assigning the starting addresses of the remaining devices by adding each time 17 to the previous number. Make sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control the Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 correctly. If two or more devices are addressed similarly, they will work similarly.
  • Page 20: Operation

    Control Modes The Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 can be operated with a DMX controller, or without a DMX controller as a stand-alone device or in a master/slave setup.
  • Page 21: Control Panel

    Start-up Upon start-up the display shows a splash screen with the Showtec logo. Afterwards the display shows the start screen. The start screen provides information about the temperature of the LEDs, the DMX starting address of the device, and the selected DMX channel mode: Press the ENTER button or the UP/DOWN buttons to enter the main menu.
  • Page 22: Menu Overview

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Menu Overview Product code: 43553...
  • Page 23 Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Product code: 43553...
  • Page 24: Main Menu Options

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Main Menu Options The main menu has the following options: 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to navigate through the main menu. 02) Press the ENTER button to open the submenus. Note: Some of the submenus require a password. The default password is pressing the UP/DOWN buttons in the following order: UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN.
  • Page 25: Dmx Address

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 DMX Address In this menu you can set the DMX starting address of the device. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the DMX starting address of the device. The selection range depends on the active DMX channel mode: ●...
  • Page 26: Zoom Mode

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Zoom Mode In this menu you can select the zoom speed. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the following 2 options: ● MODE 1: Fast zoom speed (default setting). Use this setting when T >...
  • Page 27: Settings

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 ● RED: Set the intensity of the red color. The adjustment range is 0–255, from low to high intensity ● GREEN: Set the intensity of the green color. The adjustment range is 0–255, from low to high intensity ●...
  • Page 28: Reset

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Reset In this submenu you can restore the default factory settings of the device. This submenu requires a password. The default password is pressing the UP/DOWN buttons in the following order: UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN. 01) Enter the password.
  • Page 29: White Calibration

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 White Calibration In this submenu you can calibrate each predefined color temperature for the white light. There are 13 predefined white colors. You can access these 13 colors in DMX mode. See 6.7. DMX Channels on pages 29–32 for more information.
  • Page 30: Dmx Channels

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 DMX Channels DMX Channels Overview HSIC TOUR TR16 Function 9 CH 9 CH 12 CH 17 CH Intensity Hue Fine Saturation Master Dimmer Master Dimer Fine Red Fine Green Green Fine Blue Blue Fine White White Fine...
  • Page 31: Hsic (9 Channels)

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 HSIC (9 channels) HSIC Function Value Setting 9 CH Intensity 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Hue Fine 000–255 Fine adjustment Saturation 000–255 From low to high saturation (0–100 %) 000–010...
  • Page 32: Ssp (9 Channels), Tour (12 Channels), Tr16 (17 Channels)

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 SSP (9 channels), TOUR (12 channels), TR16 (17 channels) TOUR TR16 Function Value Setting 9 CH 12 CH 17 CH Master Dimmer 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Master Dimmer Fine 000–255 Fine adjustment 000–255...
  • Page 33 Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 TOUR TR16 Function Value Setting 9 CH 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 34: Rdm Information

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 RDM Information This device supports RDM. Refer to 6.8.2. Supported RDM PIDs (Parameter IDs) on page 33 for more information. RDM Details ● Responder: 29B4:013xxxxx ● Manufacturer's ID: Showtec (Highlite International B.V.) ● Manufacturer Label: Showtec ●...
  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 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 36: Maintenance

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Maintenance Safety Instructions for Maintenance DANGER Electric shock caused by dangerous voltage inside Disconnect power supply before servicing or cleaning. Preventive Maintenance Attention Before each use, examine the device visually for any defects. Make sure that: ●...
  • Page 37: Draining Condensation Water

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 Draining Condensation Water The Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 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 38: Deinstallation, Transportation And Storage

    Spectral PC 1800Z IP65 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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