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SHOWTEC Indigo 250 LED Manual

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Indigo 250 LED
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ORDERCODE 41380

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  • Page 1 Indigo 250 LED ORDERCODE 41380...
  • Page 2 Congratulations! You have bought a great, innovative product from Showtec. The Showtec Indigo 250 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Showtec Showtec Indigo 250 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

    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 Indigo 250 LED with powercable 1,75m • 2 brackets for truss mounting • User manual LED Expected Lifespan LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time.
  • 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.

  • 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: Return Procedure

    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 US Cable BROWN YELLOW/COPPER FASE BLUE BLACK SILVER YELLOW/GREEN GREEN GREEN...

  • Page 8: Description

    Description of the device Features The Showtec Indigo 250 LED is a moving-head with high output and great effects. • Stylish housing • Low power consumption • Less heat • Sharp optics • DMX-control via standard DMX-controller • Music Control •...

  • Page 9: Backside

    Backside Fig. 2 3) Volex IEC power connector + Fuse 4A 250V On/Off DMX signal connector (IN) 3-pin DMX signal connector (OUT) 3-pin Installation Remove all packing materials from the Indigo 250 LED. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed.

  • Page 10: Multiple Indigo"S (Master/Slave Control)

    Multiple Indigo’s (Master/Slave control) 1. Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. 2. Use a 3-p XLR cable to connect the Indigo. The pins: Earth Signal - Signal + 3.

  • Page 11: Fixture Linking

    4. Link the units as shown in (figure 4), Connect a DMX signal cable from the first unit's DMX "out" socket to the second unit's "in" socket. Repeat this process to link the second, third, and fourth units. 5. Supply electric power: Plug electric mains power cords into each unit's IEC socket, then plug the other end of the mains power cord into proper electric power supply sockets, starting with the first unit.

  • Page 12: Control Panel

    The Indigo 250 LED can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand- alone mode. 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.

  • Page 13: Menu Overview

    Menu Overview...

  • Page 14: 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 15: Built-In Programs Mode

    Built-in Programs Mode With this menu you can select 5 different Programs when using the Indigo. 1) Press Menu, until the display shows: Intro 2) Press Enter and use the Up/Down buttons to go to the Operation menu. 3) Press enter to open this menu. Scroll through the menu until the display shows Auto_1, Auto_2, Sound_1, Sound_2 or Custom.

  • Page 16: 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 (12CH) or Advanced (15CH) mode. Use the Up / Down buttons to select one.

  • Page 17: Range

    3. Range 1) Press Menu, until the display shows: Range 2) Press Enter and use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through: P/Start, P/Finish, T/Start, T/Finish, Use. 3) Press enter to open this menu. Use the Up / Down buttons to set the desired value. 4) Once you have set the desired mode, press the enter button to store your setting.

  • Page 18: Edit

    5. Edit 1) Press Menu, until the display shows: Edit 2) Press Enter and use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through the options: Step, Pan, Tilt, Speed, Color, Prism, Gobo_1, Gobo_2, G2Rot, Focus, Strobe, Dimmer, Time, Use. 3) Press enter to open this menu. Use the Up / Down buttons to set the desired setting. 4) Once you have set the desired mode, press the enter button to store your setting.

  • Page 19: Dmx Channels

    DMX Protocol 15 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 530° and stopped at any position you wish. Channel 2 - Pan fine 16 bit Channel 3 - Vertical movement (Tilt) Push the slider, up in order to move head vertically (TILT).
  • Page 20 Channel 9 –Static Gobo-wheel + Gobo Shake Open / White 10-19 Metal Gobo 1 20-29 Metal Gobo 2 30-39 Metal Gobo 3 40-49 Metal Gobo 4 50-59 Metal Gobo 5 60-69 Metal Gobo 6 70-79 Metal Gobo 7 80-99 Gobo Shake 7 from slow to fast 100-119 Gobo Shake 6 from slow to fast 120-139...
  • Page 21 Channel 14 – Dimmer intensity 0-255 From black to brightest Channel 15 – Effect Open / White 10-19 Effect 1 20-29 Effect 2 30-39 Effect 3 40-49 Effect 4 50-59 Effect 5 60-69 Effect 6 70-79 Effect 7 80-89 Effect 8 90-99 Effect 9 100-109...

  • Page 22: Channels (Basic)

    DMX Protocol 12 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 530° and stopped at any position you wish. Channel 2 - Vertical movement (Tilt) Push the slider, up in order to move head vertically (TILT).
  • Page 23 Channel 7 –Static Gobo-wheel + Gobo Shake Open / White 10-19 Metal Gobo 1 20-29 Metal Gobo 2 30-39 Metal Gobo 3 40-49 Metal Gobo 4 50-59 Metal Gobo 5 60-69 Metal Gobo 6 70-79 Metal Gobo 7 80-99 Gobo Shake 7 from slow to fast 100-119 Gobo Shake 6 from slow to fast 120-139...

  • Page 24: 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 250 LED requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean. Otherwise, the fixture‟s light-output will be significantly reduced.

  • Page 25: Replacing The Fuse

    Replacing a Fuse Power surges, short-circuit or inappropriate electrical power supply may cause a fuse to burn out. If the fuse burns out, the product will not function whatsoever. If this happens, follow the directions below to do 1. Unplug the unit from electric power source. 2.

  • Page 26: Gobo Orientation

    4. Turn the gobo wheel, with the gobo you want to remove, to the upside. Gently remove the 3 screws, be careful that they don‟t fall into the device. Fig. 10 6. Very carefully take the gobo out of the gobo holder with a pair of pliers. 7.

  • Page 27: 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 250 LED to your Showtec dealer. 3. The fuse. Replace the fuse. See page 23 for replacing the fuse.

  • Page 28: 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 29: Product Specifications

    Product Specification Model: Showtec Indigo 250 LED Voltage: 240V-50Hz (CE) Power Consumption: 65,4W Fuse: T4A / 250V Dimensions: 390x320x510mm (LxWxH) Weight: 21,63 kg Operation and Programming Signal pin OUT: pin 1 earth, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+) Set Up and Addressing: LED control panel...

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