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- Page 1 Octopod 30 ORDERCODE 30985...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Showtec Showtec Octopod 30 Product Guide ™ Warning..…...................…………………………………………. Safety-instructions………………………………………………………………………………………….…. Operating Determinations……………………………………………………………………………………. Description..…................……….………………………………… Features…….……………………………………………………………………………………….……...…. Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Installation................…...…………………………………….…... Set Up and Operation..............……..…………………………….…… Panel Functions……..……………………………………………………………………………….……...…. - Mode…..........…………......……………………..………….. - F / S…................…..…………..…………………. Stand-Alone…………………………..…………………………………………………………….……...…. Sound-Active……..…………………..…………………………………………………………….……...…. Operation…………..…………..…………………………………………………………….……...…. - DMX Modes..….......…………......……………………..…………… Maintenance...................………..………….…….……………… Changing the Fuse................…………………….………….……… Troubleshooting................………………….………………….….. Product Specifications..............……………….…….………………….. -
Page 4: Warning
WARNING CAUTION! Keep this device away from rain and moisture! 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. -
Page 5: Operating Determinations
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. -
Page 6: Description
Description of the device Features Octopod 30 is a LED system from Showtec. • Sound-controlled via built-in microphone • 3 Modes: Stand-alone, DMX-controlled or Sound-controlled NOTE: Knowledge of DMX is required to fully utilize this unit. Overview Fig. 1 1) Mode... -
Page 7: Installation
Installation Remove all packing materials from the Octopod 30. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed. Connect all cables. Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing. Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty. Set Up and Operation Before plugging the unit in, always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification voltage. -
Page 8: F / S
2) F / S Adjust Chase Fade Time from 0-100%. Adjust Chase Speed from 1-500/min. Stand-alone Operation Refer to the four buttons on the front panel of the Pixel Drive 30: Mode F / S Down Press the MODE button to view the Chase menu: Select Chases 1-9 using the UP and DOWN buttons. -
Page 9: Dmx Operation
DMX Operation Press the MODE button to view the DMX address setting rnenu: Select the DMX starting address for the Pixel Drive 30 using the UP and DOWN buttons. The DMX Channel functions are: Channel 1: Rainbow Channel 2: Red (0-255) Channel 3: Green (0-255) Channel 4:... -
Page 10: Dmx Modes
DMX Modes Press the MODE button to view the DMX mode selection menu. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the DMX mode. DMX Mode 1 : 48-channel operation (Control each Octopod fixture independently) DMX Mode 2 : 24-channel operation (Control 4 sets of 2 Octopod fixtures) DMX Mode 4 : 12-channel operation (Control 2 sets of 4 Octopod fixtures) DMX Mode 8 : 6-channel operation (Control 8 Octopod fixtures in unison) -
Page 11: Maintenance
Maintenance The Octopod 30 requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean. Disconnect the mains power supply, and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in liquid. Keep connections clean. Disconnect electric power, and then wipe the audio connections with a damp cloth. -
Page 12: Product Specifications
Product Specification Model: Showtec Controller for Octopod 30 Voltage : AC 230V-50Hz (CE) Power: 85W Audio trigger: Built-in Mic DMX Input : 3-pin XLR Male connector DMX Output : 3-pin XLR Female connector Dimensions : 305 x 162 x 75 mm (LxWxH) - Page 13 2005 Showtec.