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SHOWTEC Typhoon 640 User Manual

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USER MANUAL
ENGLISH
V1.0
Typhoon 640
Product code: 43174
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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL ENGLISH V1.0 Typhoon 640 Product code: 43174...
  • Page 2 Typhoon 640 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 Typhoon 640 Table of contents 1. Introduction ............................
  • Page 4 Typhoon 640 6.7. DMX Channels ..........................
  • Page 5 After unpacking, check the contents of the box. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your Highlite International dealer. Your shipment includes: Figure 1 • • Showtec Typhoon 640 • • Schuko to IEC power cable (1,5 m) • •...
  • Page 6 Typhoon 640 1.6. 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 death or DANGER serious injury.
  • Page 7 Typhoon 640 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. 2.1. Warnings and Safety Instructions...
  • Page 8 Typhoon 640 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 Typhoon 640 Attention Do not expose the device to conditions that exceed the rated IP class conditions. This device is IP20 rated. IP (Ingress Protection) 20 class provides protection against solid objects greater than 12 mm, such as fingers, and no protection against harmful ingress of water.
  • Page 10 Description of the Device The Showtec Typhoon 640 is a light effect equipped with 6 circular 40 W RGBW LED spots. The 6 spots point inwards towards a rotating half mirror ball that is positioned in the center. You can individually control the 6 spots and you can control the speed and rotation direction of the half mirror ball.
  • Page 11 Typhoon 640 3.4. Product Specifications Model: Typhoon 640 Source: Light source type LED  Light source quantity (LED spots) 6  Light source quantity (LED strips) 60  Light source power (LED spots) 40 W Light source power (LED strips) 0,3 W LED color type (LED spots)
  • Page 12 Typhoon 640 3.5. Dimensions Figure 5                   Product code: 43174...
  • Page 13 Typhoon 640 Installation 4.1. 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 Typhoon 640 4.4.1. Angle Adjustment You can adjust the angle of the device with the adjustment screws (13). 01) Turn the adjustment screws (13) counterclockwise to loosen them. 02) Tilt the device to the change the angle. 03) Turn the adjustment screws (13) clockwise to tighten them. Make sure that the device cannot move freely after the adjustment screws (13) are tightened.
  • Page 15 Do not link more devices on one power link than the maximum recommended number. Maximum recommended number of devices: • • at 100–120 V: 7 devices Typhoon 640 • • at 200–240 V: 12 devices Typhoon 640 Product code: 43174...
  • Page 16 5.2. Stand-alone Setup When the Typhoon 640 is not connected to a DMX controller or to other devices, it functions as a stand-alone device. It can be operated manual mode, in auto operation mode or in sound-controlled mode. For more information refer to Control Modes.
  • Page 17 Typhoon 640 Figure 8 5.3.3. Master/Slave Setup The Typhoon 640 supports master/slave control mode. To connect multiple devices in a master/slave setup, follow the steps below: 01) Connect the DMX OUT connector of the 1 device to the DMX IN connector of the 2 device with a 3-pin DMX cable.
  • Page 18 04) Continue assigning the starting addresses of the remaining devices by adding each time 51 to the previous number. Make sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control each Typhoon 640 correctly. If two or more devices have the same DMX starting address, they operate in the same way.
  • Page 19 6.2. Control and Operation Modes The Typhoon 640 can be controlled as a stand-alone device, in master/slave mode and with a DMX controller. The Typhoon 640 supports the following control modes: •...
  • Page 20 Typhoon 640 6.2.3. DMX Controlled Mode To operate the device with a DMX controller: 01) Set the DMX starting address of the device in the DMX Address submenu (see 6.6.1.1. DMX Address page 22). 02) Select the behavior of the device in case there is no DMX signal in the DMX Fail pop-up submenu (see 6.6.1.3.
  • Page 21 Typhoon 640 6.5. Menu Overview Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 DMX Address 001–512 4 Channel 16 Channel Mode 31 Channel DMX Functions (see 6.6.1. DMX Functions on page 22) 36 Channel 51 Channel Blackout DMX Fail Last...
  • Page 22 Typhoon 640 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 000–255 Green 000–255 Blue 000–255 White 000–255 Manual Mode (see 6.6.3. Manual Mode on page 25) Rotation 000–255 Dimmer 000–255 Strobe 000–255 Vibe Show 000–255 Vibe Speed 000–255 Display Inverse Display Settings (see 6.6.4.
  • Page 23 Typhoon 640 6.6. Main Menu Options The main menu has the following options: DMX Functions Show Settings Manual Mode Display Settings Fixture Information Special Functions 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to navigate through the menu. 02) Press the ENTER button to open submenus.
  • Page 24 Typhoon 640 6.6.1.2. Mode In this pop-up submenu you can select the DMX channel mode. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 5 options: • • 4 Channel • • 16 Channel • • 31 Channel •...
  • Page 25 Typhoon 640 6.6.2.1. Sound Settings In this submenu you can activate sound-controlled mode and adjust the sensitivity of the built-in microphone. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 2 options: • • Sound: Enable sound-controlled mode (No/Yes) •...
  • Page 26 Typhoon 640 6.6.3. Manual Mode In this menu you can manually select settings for the LED spots, the half mirror ball and the LED strips. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the following options: • • Red: Red color intensity of the spots (000–255)
  • Page 27 Typhoon 640 6.6.6. Special Functions In this menu you can reset the settings of the device to the default factory settings. 01) Press the ENTER button to open the Fctory Setting pop-up submenu. 02) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 2 options: •...
  • Page 28 Typhoon 640 6.7. DMX Channels 6.7.1. DMX Channels Overview Function Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel Spots Dimmer Spots Strobe Strips Dimmer Strips Strobe Spots (All) Red Spots (All) Green Spots (All) Blue Spots (All) White Spot 1 Red Spot 1 Green...
  • Page 29 Typhoon 640 Function Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel Strip 3 Blue Strip 4 Red Strip 4 Green Strip 4 Blue Strip 5 Red Strip 5 Green Strip 5 Blue Strip 6 Red Strip 6 Green Strip 6 Blue Half Mirror Ball Rotation...
  • Page 30 Typhoon 640 6.7.2. LED Spots Numbering The numbering of the LED spots in the DMX channels is as follows: Figure 12 6.7.3. LED Strips Numbering The numbering of the LED strips in the DMX channels is as follows: Figure 13...
  • Page 31 Typhoon 640 6.7.4. 4 Channels, 16 Channels Function Value Setting Channel Channel Spots Dimmer 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) 000–004 No function 005–067 Linear strobe, from low to high frequency Spots Strobe 068–130 Pulse strobe, from low to high frequency 131–193 Random strobe on all spots...
  • Page 32 Typhoon 640 Function Value Setting Channel Channel 040–051 Show 2 052–063 Show 3 064–075 Show 4 076–087 Show 5 088–099 Show 6 100–111 Show 7 112–123 Show 8 124–135 Show 9 136–147 Show 10 148–159 Show 11 160–171 Show 12 172–183 Show 13...
  • Page 33 Typhoon 640 6.7.5. 31 Channels, 36 Channels, 51 Channels Function Value Setting Channel Channel Channel Spots Dimmer 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) 000–004 No function 005–067 Linear strobe, from low to high frequency Spots Strobe 068–130 Pulse strobe, from low to high frequency 131–193 Random strobe on all spots...
  • Page 34 Typhoon 640 Function Value Setting Channel Channel Channel Strip 1 Blue 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 2 Red 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 2 Green 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 2 Blue 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %)
  • Page 35 Typhoon 640 Function Value Setting Channel Channel Channel 088–099 Show 6 100–111 Show 7 112–123 Show 8 124–135 Show 9 136–147 Show 10 148–159 Show 11 160–171 Show 12 172–183 Show 13 184–195 Show 14 196–207 Show 15 208–219 Show 16 220–231 Show 17...
  • Page 36 Typhoon 640 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 37 Typhoon 640 Maintenance 8.1. Safety Instructions for Maintenance DANGER Electric shock caused by dangerous voltage inside Disconnect power supply before servicing or cleaning. 8.2. Preventive Maintenance Attention Before each use, examine the device visually for any defects. Make sure that: •...
  • Page 38 Typhoon 640 8.3.1. Replacing the Fuse DANGER Electric shock caused by short-circuit • • Do not bypass the thermostatic switch or fuses. • • Replace fuses only with the same type and rating. Power surges, short-circuit or incorrect electrical power supply may cause a fuse to burn out. If the fuse burns out, the device will not function anymore.
  • Page 39 Typhoon 640 Deinstallation, Transportation and Storage 9.1. 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.
  • Page 40 Showtec is a brand of Highlite International B.V.

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