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Showtec Showtec Genesis 12 Product Guide ™ Warning..…...................………………………………………….. Safety-instructions………………………………………………………………………………………….……………. Operating Determinations…………………………………………………………………………………………….. Rigging…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Description..…................……….………………………………… Features and Overview ………………………………...….……………….………….………………….………….. Backside…………………………………………………...…...….……………….…………………...….……………. Installation................…...…………………………………….….. Installing the Lamp ............………………………………………..………………….. Set Up and Operation..............……..……………………………….… One Genesis ................……………………………………………………… Multiple Genesis.................…..………………………………….…………… DMX-Protocol…...........……………………………………………………………. Control Panel….....……........………………………………………………………………… Control Mode........……………………………………………………………………………… addressing........………………………………………………………………………………. Stand – alone mode........………………………………………………………………………….
WARNING CAUTION! Keep this device away from rain and moisture! Unplug mains lead before opening the housing! FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP! SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device has to: be qualified follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION! Be careful with your operations.
The arising condensation water might damage your device. Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature. 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.
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: If the projector is lowered from the ceiling or high joists, professional trussing systems have to be used. •...
Description of the device Features The Showtec Genesis 12 is a light effect with high output and great effects. • 1 Color-wheel with 7 coloured gobos, and open • 1 rotating Gobo-wheel with 2 glass and 3 metal interchangeable gobos plus open •...
Installation Installing the Lamp The Showtec Genesis 12 uses the HMI 575 (ordercode 80901O) bulb as manufactured by all popular manufacturers. Use only the appropriate lamp for your unit. Note that, product versions that use other lamps, may be offered in the future. Check your product specification label for information.
Set Up and Operation Follow the directions below, as they pertain to your preferred operation mode. Before plugging the unit in, always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification voltage. Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 230V power, or vice versa. One Genesis 1.
DMX Protocol Channel 1 – Shutter, Strobe 0-15 Shutter closed 16-83 Strobe-effect from slow to fast (max. 10 flashes/sec.) 84-95 No function (Shutter open) 96-163 Strobe-effect fade out from slow to fast 164-175 No function (Shutter open) 176-243 Strobe-effect from slow to fast (max. 10 flashes/sec.) 244-255 No function (Shutter open) Channel 2 –...
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Channel 5 – Rotating Gobo-wheel 0-14 Open 15-29 Rotating gobo 1 (glass) 30-44 Rotating gobo 2 (glassl) 45-59 Rotating gobo 3 (metal) 60-74 Rotating gobo 4 (metal) 75-89 Rotating gobo 5 (metal) 90-109 Shaking Gobo 1 from slow to fast 110-129 Shaking Gobo 2 from slow to fast 130-149...
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Channel 10 - Iris 0-191 From Max. Diameter to Min. Diameter 192-224 Iris Min to Max and back to Min from slow to fast 225-239 Iris Max to Min from slow to fast 240-255 Iris Min to Max from slow to fast Channel 11 - Mirror Horizontal movement (Pan) Push the slider up, in order to move the mirror horizontally (PAN).
Control Panel When the indicator light is on, means the Genesis is working Fig. 5 A. LED D. Up Button B. MODE Button E. Down 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.
Remotely controllable functions Colour-wheel The Genesis contains a colour-wheel with 8 colour positions. 7 dichroic colours and one white. It is also possible to rotate the colour-wheel continuously at different speeds ( “Rainbow effect”). Static gobo-wheel This wheel has 6 metal gobos and open. The gobos have an outside diameter of ø37.3mm, an image diameter of ø29mm and a thickness of 0.3mm.
Functions control panel The control panel is situated on the front of the base and offers several features. You can simply set the DMX address, master/slave mode, make a reset and also use many functions for setting purposes. The main menu of the control panel is accessed by pressing the MODE button. Browse the menu by pressing Up / Down buttons - the display will show : Functions outline - Address 000 - Display the DMX address of the fixture (from A000 to A999)
Addressing With this menu you can set the DMX address or address a fixture as a master/slave. - DMX addressing 1) Press MODE, until the display shows 2) Press ENTER to confirm, the display will show . The first 0 is blinking. You can change the first number from 0-9 by using the UP button.
4. The electric power supply cables must not show any damages or material fatigue. The Showtec Genesis 12 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.
Scanmirror Assembling Carefully pack this device during transportation. If the mirror cracks or breaks due to insufficient protection it has to be replaced . Fig. 11 Replacing a Gobo from the Rotating Gobowheel Gobo-wheel with rotating gobo’s 1. Disconnect mains power supply and set the switch to OFF. Let the device cool down for 15 minutes. 2.
Replacing a Gobo from the Static Gobowheel Fig. 13 1. Disconnect mains power supply and set the switch to OFF. Let the device cool down for 15 minutes. 2. Loosen the 6 screws on the cover. Make sure that the gobo you want to insert has the same size. 3.
Replacing a Gobo from the Colorwheel 1. Disconnect mains power supply and set the switch to OFF. Fig. 14 Fig. 15 2. Gently bend out the color filter to release it from the fixative holes and eject it from the pressing snap. 3.
Troubleshooting No Light This troubleshooting guide is meant to help solve simple problems. If a problem occurs, carry out the steps below in sequence until a solution is found. Once the unit operates properly, do not carry out following steps. If the light effect does not operate properly, refer servicing to a technician.
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Problem Probable cause(s) Remedy No power to the fixture ·Check that power is switched on and One or more cables are plugged in. fixtures are Primary fuse blown. ·Replace fuse. completely dead. Fixtures reset The controller is not connected. ·Connect controller. correctly, but all 3-pin XLR Out of the controller ·Install a phase reversing cable...
Product Specification Model: Showtec Genesis 12 HMI 575 Voltage: 240V-50Hz (CE) Power: 800W Fuse: 10A / 250V Dimensions: 870 x 420 x 380mm (LxWxH) Weight: 28,5 kg Operation and Programming Signal pin OUT: pin 1 earth, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+)
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Minimum distance: Minimum distance from flammable surfaces: 0.5m Minimum distance to lighted object: 2m *: Versions for other lamps may be produced. Please check the specification label on your product. Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Website: www.Highlite.nl Email:...
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