SHOWTEC Data Flash Strobe, Manual

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Ordercode: 40296
Data Flash Strobe
230-239 Program 24
240-249 Program 25
250-255 Sound-controlled
Channel 11 – Dimmer speed (
Dimmer must be open )
0-255 From slow to fast
250-255 Sound sensitivity 0-31, from low to high sensitivity (CH10 must be set between 250-255)
Channel 12 – Strobe (
Dimmer must be open )
0-4 Closed
5-255 Strobe flash frequency, from low to high (0-20 Hz)
Maintenance
The operator has to make sure that safety-related and machine-technical installations are to be
inspected by an expert after every year in the course of an acceptance test.
The operator has to make sure that safety-related and machine-technical installations are to be
inspected by a skilled person once a year.
The following points have to be considered during the inspection:
01) All screws used for installing the device or parts of the device have to be tightly connected and
must not be corroded.
02) There may not be any deformations on housings, fixations and installation spots.
03) Mechanically moving parts like axles, eyes and others may not show any traces of wearing.
04) The electric power supply cables must not show any damages or material fatigue.
The Data Flash Strobe requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean.
Otherwise, the fixture’s light output will be significantly reduced. Disconnect the mains power supply, and
then wipe the cover with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in liquid. Wipe lens clean with glass cleaner and
a soft cloth. Do not use alcohol or solvents.
The front lens will require weekly cleaning, as smoke-fluid tends to build up residues, reducing the light-
output very quickly.
Keep connections clean. Disconnect electric power, and then wipe the DMX and audio connections
with a damp cloth. Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying
electric power.
Troubleshooting
This troubleshooting guide is meant to help solve simple problems.
If a problem occurs, carry out the steps below in sequence until a solution is found. Once the unit
operates properly, do not carry out following steps.
No Light
If the light effect does not operate properly, refer servicing to a technician.
Suspect two potential problem areas as: the power supply, the LEDs.
01) Power supply. Check that the unit is plugged into an appropriate power supply.
02) The LEDs. Return the Data Flash Strobe to your Showtec dealer.
03) If all of the above appears to be O.K., plug the unit in again.
04) If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem, do not open the Data Flash Strobe, as this
may damage the unit and the warranty will become void.
05) Return the device to your Showtec dealer.
No Response to DMX
Suspect the DMX cable or connectors, a controller malfunction, a light effect DMX card malfunction.
01) Check the DMX setting. Make sure that DMX addresses are correct.
02) Check the DMX cable: Unplug the unit; change the DMX cable; then reconnect to electrical power.
Try your DMX control again.
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