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Ordercode: 50058 

Quick DMX Rack 1024 

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Now the device is in the correct column, and the warning triangle is gone: 

 

 

 
 

LED indicators 

When the device is plugged in the LED indicators will show the status of the Quick DMX Rack. 
Power LED: Quick DMX Rack is receiving sufficient DC power. 
USB LED: Quick DMX Rack is connected to the Quick DMX Rack software, and is receiving a signal from it. 
IR LED: Quick DMX Rack is receiving a signal from the IR Remote. 
The Program LEDs indicate that the program, assigned to the adjacent button, is running. 
 
Troubleshooting 
If the USB LED is not flashing, try the following steps: 
 
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Shut down/close the Quick DMX Rack software. 

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Disconnect the Quick DMX Rack from the computer. 

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Wait 10 seconds. 

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Re-connect the Quick DMX Rack to the computer. 

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Re-open the Quick DMX Rack software. 

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If this does not work, try re-installing the device driver manually.  

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If re-installing the device driver does not work, call our aftersales or email: 

[email protected]

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Summary of Contents for 50058

Page 1: ...Quick DMX Rack 1024 V1 Highlite International B V Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrade the Netherlands Ordercode 50058 MANUAL ENGLISH ...

Page 2: ...Set Up and Operation 6 Saving DMX Files to the Memory Buttons 6 Patching DMX Input 9 LED indicators 13 Troubleshooting 13 Standalone Playback 14 Timelines 14 Zones 14 Buttons 14 Triggers 14 IR Remote Control 15 IR Extension Cable 15 Art Net Universe Access 15 Patching DMX Input 16 Control Modes 18 DMX Control 18 DMX Setup 18 Data Cabling 19 Maintenance 19 Troubleshooting 19 No Function 19 No Respo...

Page 3: ...r shipment includes Quick DMX Rack 1024 USB A to USB B cable IR eye IR remote control User manual Safety Instructions Every person involved with the installation operation and maintenance of this device has to be qualified follow the instructions of this manual Before your initial start up please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation Should there be any consult your dealer and...

Page 4: ...he power cord from time to time If the external cable is damaged it has to be replaced by a qualified technician If device is dropped or struck disconnect mains power supply immediately Have a qualified engineer inspect for safety before operating If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation e g after transportation do not switch it on immediately The arising condensation wate...

Page 5: ... proper UPS packing or double boxing is always a safe method to use Note If you are given an RMA number please include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box 01 Your name 02 Your address 03 Your phone number 04 A brief description of the symptoms Claims The client has the obligation to check the delivered goods immediately upon delivery for any short comings and or visible de...

Page 6: ...ix connector including IR remote external IR sensor and a USB cable USB A to USB B Control protocol DMX 512 DMX channels 1024 channels Housing Metal flame retardant plastic Connections 3 pin DMX IN OUT USB B type IN 5V DC Dimensions 483 x 78 x 44 5 mm LxWxH 19 x 1 HE Weight 1 3 kg Frontside Fig 01 01 LED indicators POWER PC LINK DMX INPUT 02 Memory buttons 1 16 03 Memory LED indicators 1 16 Backsi...

Page 7: ...your computer but to a mains power outlet make sure to also buy the external adapter Optional accessory 50040 Showtec USB Adapter Charger 1000mA 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 p...

Page 8: ...ick on StandAlone tab The display will show 06 Click on one of the numbers 1 16 in order to choose the desired memory button 07 Right click on the timeline and choose Add light scene Add Generator scene or Add Pixels scene The display will show ...

Page 9: ...have assigned the zones to the desired memory buttons the memory buttons in the software will light in one of the following colors zone 1 orange zone 2 blue zone 3 pink and zone 4 yellow Auto start When this option is checked the scene chase will start automatically upon start up of the Quick DMX Rack 1024 without triggering Enable calendar on trigger Click on Edit to set the starting time of the ...

Page 10: ... proceed with buttons 2 3 4 up to button 16 It is NOT RECOMMENDED to assign DMX files to random buttons In such case some DMX files WILL NOT function properly Patching DMX Input Problems with uploading from your PC to your Quick DMX Rack 1024 Pay attention Please first check whether the rack Is connected on a USB Hub First remove all other QuickDMX boxes dongles etc 01 Go to Device Manager on your...

Page 11: ...rdercode 50058 Quick DMX Rack 1024 02 When the Quick DMX rack is listed under other devices click Update driver of this device 03 Click on Browse my computer for drivers Locate and Install a Driver manually ...

Page 12: ...11 Ordercode 50058 Quick DMX Rack 1024 04 Click on Let me pick from a list of available drivers on my computer ...

Page 13: ...k the box Show compatible hardware if it is checked 06 Select WinUSB device from the manufacturer and model column After that you will get a long list of different devices Select USB device here 07 A popup window will open and you have to select Yes ...

Page 14: ...uick DMX Rack is receiving a signal from the IR Remote The Program LEDs indicate that the program assigned to the adjacent button is running Troubleshooting If the USB LED is not flashing try the following steps 01 Shut down close the Quick DMX Rack software 02 Disconnect the Quick DMX Rack from the computer 03 Wait 10 seconds 04 Re connect the Quick DMX Rack to the computer 05 Re open the Quick D...

Page 15: ... take precedence Buttons The Quick DMX Rack has 16 programmable buttons which can each trigger scenes that are assigned via the Quick DMX Rack StandAlone tab Pressing a button will override a previously running program if they are both in the same Zone Phoenix Connector The Phoenix connector on the back of the product can be wired to trigger any programs assigned to buttons 1 8 Connect one end of ...

Page 16: ...ning programs to their default speed IR Extension Cable To enable IR Remote control 01 Plug the included IR Extension cable in the IR port on the back of the Quick DMX Rack 02 Set the sensor on the end of the cable within line of sight of the operator maximum unobstructed range of the remote control is 4 m 03 Aim the IR remote at the sensor and press the buttons as shown above Art Net Universe Acc...

Page 17: ...el which cannot be reached by means of your fader desk the Quick DMX Rack 1024 gives you the possibility to patch DMX input to the desired DMX outputs 01 Start Quick DMX software and click on File 02 Select Hard Midi and DMX patch obsolete The display will show 03 In Input set the fader which you would like to assign to a particular channel s 04 Set Priority mode to DMX input ...

Page 18: ...s 1 2 3 4 5 6 and 7 The display will show 07 If you now move the fader 1 on your fader desk the DMX channels 1 2 3 4 5 6 and 7 will be triggered CAUTION This function will work only when Quick DMX is active If you close the software the patch will stop working For more information on other available functions please read the Quick DMX software documentation Quick DMX manual Download via link Quick...

Page 19: ...ler Connect the Quick DMX Rack 1024 to a PC by means of a USB cable 04 Link the units as shown in fig 03 05 Supply electric power Plug the included USB cable in your Quick DMX Rack and your PC You can also use the power adapter not included and plug that into proper electric power supply socket Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly DMX Setup Fig 03 Note Link ...

Page 20: ... and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth Do not immerse in liquid Do not use alcohol or solvents Keep connections clean Disconnect electric power and then wipe the DMX connections with a damp cloth Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power Troubleshooting No Function This troubleshooting guide is meant to help solve simple problems If a problem...

Page 21: ...X 512 Internal clock calendar 8 external trigger contacts Phoenix connector Included including IR remote external IR sensor and a USB cable USB A to USB B Connections 3 pin DMX IN OUT USB B type IN 5V DC Housing Metal flame retardant plastic Dimensions 483 x 78 x 44 5 mm LxWxH 19 x 1 HE Weight 1 3 kg Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice Website www Showtec i...

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