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V1.0
Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M
Product code: 42236
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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL ENGLISH V1.0 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Product code: 42236...
  • Page 2 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 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

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Table of contents 1. Introduction ............................1.1.
  • Page 4 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 6.5. Menu Overview ......................... . 6.6.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    After unpacking, check the contents of the box. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your Highlite International dealer. Figure 1 Your shipment includes: • • Showtec Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M set: • • 8 LED strips with fixed cable (0,3 m) • •...

  • Page 6: Symbols And Signal Words

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 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: Safety

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 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.
  • Page 8 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M WARNING Risk of epileptic shock Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights. WARNING Risk of burns due to hot surface The surface and the inner parts of the device can become very hot during operation. •...

  • Page 9: Requirements For The User

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M • • This 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. Attention Do not expose the device to conditions that exceed the rated IP class conditions. This device is IP65 rated.

  • Page 10: Description Of The Device

    Description of the Device The Showtec Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M is an IP65-rated set of 8 RGBW LED strips and a controller. Each LED strip has 8 controllable LED sections (56 LEDs in total). The controller supports Art-Net, sACN and DMX, but also has stand-alone modes with built-in color presets and color sequences.

  • Page 11: Led Strip

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 3.2. LED Strip Figure 4 15) LED strip housing 16) Sliding profile 17) Mounting opening 18) Diffuser 19) Fixed cable (0,3 m) with connector IN (data and power) Product code: 42236...

  • Page 12: Product Specifications

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 3.3. Product Specifications Model: Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Source: Light source type LED  Light source power 27 W LED color type RGBW  Control and Programming: Control mode Art-Net / Auto / DMX / sACN Protocols Art-Net / DMX  / sACN DMX channels 9 / 16 / 30 / 32 / 58 / 256 / 384 Display...

  • Page 13: Optional Accessories

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Included cables Flex Cable 2,5M / Flex Cable 5M / Power Pro Cable  Included rigging 1x Quick-Lock Bracket   3.4. Optional Accessories You can additionally purchase the following accessories: • • 30788 FLEX Cable – 2,5 m •...

  • Page 14: Installation

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 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. 4.2.

  • Page 15: Rigging

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 4.4. Rigging CAUTION Restrict the access under the work area during rigging/derigging. 4.4.1. Mounting of the Controller You can position the controller on a flat surface or mount it to a rigging structure (see 4.4.1.1. Installation with a Clamp) or to a flat surface (see 4.4.1.2.

  • Page 16: Installation On A Flat Surface

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 4.4.1.2. Installation on a Flat Surface You can mount the controller on a flat surface, using the 4 mounting holes (02). You need the following: • • a drill • • a drill bit (for wood or concrete), 6–7 mm long •...

  • Page 17: Mounting Of The Led Strip

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 4.4.2. Mounting of the LED Strip You can position the LED strip on a flat surface or mount it to a rigging structure (see 4.4.2.2. Installation with a Clamp) or to a flat surface (see 4.4.2.3.

  • Page 18: Installation With A Clamp

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 4.4.2.2. Installation with a Clamp To mount the LED strip to a rigging structure: 01) Fasten the mounting bracket to the LED strip (see 4.4.2.1. Installation of the Mounting Bracket on page 16). 02) Attach a clamp to the mounting hole on the mounting bracket. Make sure that you use a clamp suitable for attaching the LED strip to a truss.

  • Page 19: Diffuser Installation

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M To mount the LED strip on a flat surface follow the steps below: 01) Hold the mounting bracket against the flat surface and mark the position of the 2 mounting holes on the flat surface. 02) Drill holes at the 2 marked locations.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Led Strips To The Controller

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 4.6. Connecting the LED Strips to the Controller To connect the LED strips to the controller, follow the steps below: 01) Connect the fixed cable with connector IN (19) of the 1 LED strip to the 1 LED strip connector OUT (14) on the controller.

  • Page 21: Power Linking Of Multiple Devices

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 4.8. Power Linking of Multiple Devices This device supports power linking. Power can be relayed to another device via the power OUT connector. Note that the input and the output connectors have different designs: one type cannot be connected to the other.

  • Page 22: Setup

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Setup 5.1. Warnings and Precautions DANGER Electric shock caused by short-circuit This device is IP65 rated. • • Do not expose the device to conditions that exceed the rated IP class conditions. • • Keep the connectors sealed with the rubber caps when the connectors are not in use. •...

  • Page 23: Master/Slave Setup

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Figure 13 5.3.3. Master/Slave Setup The Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 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 5-pin DMX cable.

  • Page 24: Dmx Linking

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 5.3.4. DMX Linking To connect multiple devices on one DMX data link, follow the steps below: 01) Use a 5-pin DMX cable to connect the DMX OUT connector of the lighting controller to the DMX IN connector of the 1 device.

  • Page 25: Ethernet Connection

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 5.4. Ethernet Connection 5.4.1. Art-Net/sACN Protocol Art-Net is a protocol that uses TCP/IP to transfer a large amount of DMX-512 data over an Ethernet network. Art- Net 4 can support up to 32768 universes. Art-Net™ is designed by and copyright of Artistic Licence Holdings Ltd. sACN (streaming Architecture for Control Networks), also known as ANSI E1.31, is a protocol developed by ESTA (Entertainment Services and Technology Association) for sending DMX-512 data over IP networks.

  • Page 26: Art-Net/Sacn Linking

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 5.4.3. Art-Net/sACN Linking To connect multiple devices on one Art-Net/sACN data link, follow the steps below: 01) Use a CAT-5E/CAT-6 cable to connect the RJ45 connector of the computer/lighting controller to one of the RJ45 connectors of the 1 device.

  • Page 27: Universe Numbering

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 5.4.6. Universe Numbering If you want to connect 9 or more devices on one data link and use them in 58-channel mode, you need to address the devices on different universes. 01) Set the DMX starting address of the first 8 devices (see 5.3.5.

  • Page 28: Operation

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Operation 6.1. Safety Instructions for Operation Attention This device must be used only for the purposes it is designed for. This device is intended for professional use as a stage light effect. It can be installed indoors and outdoors. This device is not suitable for households and for general lighting.

  • Page 29: Control Panel

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 6.3. Control Panel Figure 18 A) OLED display B) DOWN touch button C) UP touch button D) SET touch button E) MODE touch button   • • Use the MODE button to exit the current submenu and to return to the Main Menu. •...

  • Page 30: Menu Overview

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 6.5. Menu Overview Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5            Address 001–512 DMX (see 6.6.1. DMX on page 31) Channels (Set the IP Local IP address) 255.255.255.0 Subnet Mask 255.255.0.0 255.0.0.0 ArtNet Enable NetWork Config (see 6.6.2.
  • Page 31 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5            Output 4 Strip 4 Output 5 Strip 5 Output 6 Strip 6 Strip 7 Output 7 Strip 8 Output 8 1.0M Led Mode 0.5M Linear Square Law Curves Select Inv Square Law S-Type...

  • Page 32: Main Menu Options

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 6.6. Main Menu Options The main menu has the following options: 1. DMX 2. NetWork Configuration 3. Manual 4. Auto 5. Program 6. Slave 7. Setting 8. Information 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to navigate through the menu. 02) Press the SET button to open submenus.

  • Page 33: Network Configuration

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 6.6.2. NetWork Configuration In this menu you can configure the network settings of the device. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 7 options: • • Local IP (see 6.6.2.1. Local • •...

  • Page 34: Manual

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 6.6.3. Manual In this menu you can manually set the desired colors (red, green, blue, white) for all 8 LED strips together or for each LED strip individually. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 2 options: •...

  • Page 35: Program

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 6.6.5. Program In this menu you can select a preset color or a built-in program. Mode 01 Mode 02–21 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the following options: • • Mode: Select static colors mode (Mode 01) or one of the 16 built-in chases (Mode 02–21) •...

  • Page 36: Patch

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 6.6.7.1. Patch In this submenu you can patch LED strips to the 8 LED strip connectors OUT (14) on the controller. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the options: • • Default: Select the default patch settings (Yes/No).

  • Page 37: Display Invert

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Figure 19 6.6.7.4. Display Invert In this submenu you can set the orientation of the OLED display. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 2 options: • • Normal: Normal orientation of the OLED display •...

  • Page 38: Information

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 6.6.8. Information In this menu you can view the parameters of the device. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to navigate through the information screens:   • • Firmware version • • MC: temperature and humidity of the mainboard of the controller •...

  • Page 39: Dmx Channels

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 6.7. DMX Channels 6.7.1. DMX Channels Overview 6.7.1.1. Strip and Section Control per DMX Personality 9 CH 16 CH 30 CH 32 CH 58 CH 256 CH 384 CH 1–2 1–4 3–4 Strip Individual strips Individual strips Individual strips Individual strips 5–8...

  • Page 40: Channels

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 6.7.3. 16 Channels 16 CH Strips Sections Function Value Setting Refer to the channel overview (see 6.7.9. Built-in Built-in programs 000–255 Programs Channel Overview on page 58) Built-in programs 000–255 From slow to fast speed Strip 1–4 Dimmer 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %)

  • Page 41: Value Setting

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 30 CH Strips Sections Function Value Setting Strip 5–6 Preset colors 000–255 Refer to the channel overview Strip 5–6 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 5–6 Green 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 5–6 Blue 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %)

  • Page 42: Channels

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 32 CH Strips Sections Function Value Setting Strip 8 Blue 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 8 White 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) 6.7.6. 58 Channels 58 CH Strips Sections Function Value Setting...

  • Page 43: 256 Channels

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 58 CH Strips Sections Function Value Setting Strip 5 White 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 6 Dimmer 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) 000–004 No function Strip 6 Strobe 005–255 From low to high frequency Strip 6 Preset colors...
  • Page 44 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Strips Sections Function Value Setting White 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 1 Section 4 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Green 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Blue 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %)
  • Page 45 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Strips Sections Function Value Setting Blue 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) White 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 2 Section 8 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Green 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %)
  • Page 46 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Strips Sections Function Value Setting Green 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Blue 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) White 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 4 Section 4 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Green...
  • Page 47 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Strips Sections Function Value Setting Strip 5 Section 7 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Green 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Blue 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) White 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %)
  • Page 48 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Strips Sections Function Value Setting White 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 7 Section 3 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Green 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Blue 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %)

  • Page 49: 384 Channels

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Strips Sections Function Value Setting Blue 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) White 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 8 Section 7 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Green 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %)
  • Page 50 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 384 CH Strip Section Function Value Setting 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Blue 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) White 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 1 Section 5 Dimmer 000–004...
  • Page 51 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 384 CH Strip Section Function Value Setting 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Green 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Blue 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) White Strip 2 Section 4...
  • Page 52 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 384 CH Strip Section Function Value Setting 000–004 No function Strobe 005–255 From low to high frequency 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Green Blue 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) 000–255...
  • Page 53 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 384 CH Strip Section Function Value Setting 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) White 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 4 Section 1 Dimmer 000–004 No function Strobe 005–255 From low to high frequency 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) 000–255...
  • Page 54 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 384 CH Strip Section Function Value Setting 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Green 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Blue 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) White 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 4 Section 8...
  • Page 55 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 384 CH Strip Section Function Value Setting 005–255 From low to high frequency 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Green 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Blue White 000–255...
  • Page 56 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 384 CH Strip Section Function Value Setting 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 6 Section 5 Dimmer 000–004 No function Strobe 005–255 From low to high frequency 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Green 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %)
  • Page 57 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 384 CH Strip Section Function Value Setting 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Blue 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) White 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Strip 7 Section 4 Dimmer 000–004...
  • Page 58 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 384 CH Strip Section Function Value Setting 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) Green Blue 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %) White 000–255 From OFF to high intensity (0–100 %)

  • Page 59: Built-In Programs Channel Overview

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 6.7.9. Built-in Programs Channel Overview Function Value Setting 000–010 No function 011–022 Program 2 023–034 Program 3 035–046 Program 4 047–058 Program 5 059–070 Program 6 071–082 Program 7 083–094 Program 8 095–106 Program 9 107–118 Program 10 Built-in programs...
  • Page 60 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Function Value Setting 126–131 Color 22 132–137 Color 23 138–143 Color 24 144–149 Color 25 150–155 Color 26 156–161 Color 27 162–167 Color 28 168–173 Color 29 174–179 Color 30 180–185 Color 31 186–191 Color 32 192–197 Color 33 198–203...

  • Page 61: Rdm Information

    This device supports RDM (see 6.8.2. Supported RDM PIDs (Parameter IDs)). 6.8.1. RDM Details • • Responder ID: 29B4:0F6XXXXX • • Manufacturer's ID: Showtec (Highlite International B.V.) • • Manufacturer Label: Showtec • • Model Description: Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M • •...

  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 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 63: Maintenance

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 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 64: Deinstallation, Transportation And Storage

    Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M 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. •...
  • Page 65 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M   Product code: 42236...
  • Page 66 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M   Product code: 42236...
  • Page 67 Octostrip FLEX Set – 1M Product code: 42236...
  • Page 68 Showtec is a brand of Highlite International B.V.

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