SHOWTEC Firestorm Miniscan User Manual Download Page 8

Set Up and Operation

The set up and operation of all the Firestorm series is similar. The main 
difference is that function channels of various items vary, so that dip switch 
settings differ slightly. Follow directions below as they pertain to your particular 
product and your preferred operation mode.

Before plugging unit in, always make sure that the power supply matches the 
product specification voltage. Do not attempt to operate a 240V specification 
product on 120V power, or vice versa.

Setting up your Firestorm for Audio Control

(1) Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing (Use a 30-kg rated or stronger C-

clamp fastened onto the Firestorm bracket). Leave at least one meter on all 
sides for air circulation.   

(2) Plug one end of the electric mains power cord into the IEC socket on the unit. 

(See figure 6, page 13.) Then plug the other end of the cord into a proper 
electric power supply socket. 

(3) Push the mode button till the display shows o-s. Now you can select if the 

unit should as master unit (o-s) or as slave unit (o-d). You can select the 
master or slave mode by using the up or down key.

(4) Push the mode button till the display shows C and a two digit number. Eg.
      C03.
(5) Select the desired programm by pushing the up or down button. 
      You can select 64 preprogrammed programms. 
(6) Turn on the music. The fixture will react to the beat of the music.

Setting up your Firestorm for Automatic Control

1. Fasten the effect lights onto firm trussing (Use a 30-kg rated or stronger C-

clamp bolted onto the Firestorm bracket). Leave at least one meter on all 
sides for air circulation.

(2) Plug one end of the electric mains power cord into the IEC socket on the unit. 

(See figure 6, page 13.) Then plug the other end of the cord into a proper 
electric power supply socket. 

 

 

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Maintenance

Firestorm series require almost no maintenance. However, you should:

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Keep the unit clean. Disconnect the mains power supply, then wipe the cover 
with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in liquid. Wipe lens clean with glass 
cleaner and a soft cloth. Clean internal components about once a year with a 
light brush and vacuum cleaner. Do not use alcohol or solvents.

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Keep connections clean. Disconnect electric power, then wipe the DMX and 
audio connections with a damp cloth. Make sure connections are thoroughly 
dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power.

Changing the Lamp

Replacing a Fuse

Power surges or inappropriate electrical power supply may cause a fuse to 
burn out. If the fuse burns out, the product will not function whatsoever. If 
this happens, replace the fuse as follows:

1) Unplug the unit from electric power source.
2) Insert a flat-head screwdriver into a slot in the fuse cover.  
       Gently pry up the fuse cover.
3) Note two fuses: The replacement fuse is covered; The used fuse has both 

ends exposed. Remove the used fuse. If brown or unclear, it is burned out. 

4) Push the replacement fuse out of its cover, then insert the replacement fuse 

into the holder where the old fuse was. Reinsert the fuse cover.Products are 
packed with a replacement fuse. If your replacement fuse is missing, a new 
one can be purchased at an electric appliance store. Be sure to use a fuse of 
the same type and specification. See the product specification label for 
details.

If electrical power is supplied and the lamp does not light, it may be time to
change the lamp. Follow directions below to do so.
1. Disconnect mains power supply. Loosen the two screws on the top   

of the lamp cover. Open the cover.

2. With one hand holding the lamp reflector, pull down the lamp lever

(toward the base of the unit).   The lamp will be pushed out of the 

lamp base. Holding the lamp socket with one hand, pull the lamp 
out of the lamp socket with the other.

3. Pull up the lamp lever (away from the unit base, toward the lamp  

cover).

4. Follow directions for installing a new lamp.

Summary of Contents for Firestorm Miniscan

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Page 3: ...your Firestorm for Slave Control Setting up your Firestorm for DMX Control Changing the programms speed in Auto mode Pan invert of the scanner in DMX Mode Tilt invert of the scanner ind DMX Mode Main...

Page 4: ...rom liquids Never operate in rain or in damp conditions If effect lights are dropped or struck disconnect mains power supply immediately Have a qualified engineer inspect for safety before operating L...

Page 5: ...ufacturers Use only the appropriate lamp for your unit Note that product versions that use other lamps may be offered in the future Check your product specification label for information Lamp Installa...

Page 6: ...ple 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 If the effect does not operate properl...

Page 7: ...lave mode Fixture Slave Address Slave Channel Master Slave relation 1 001 1 2 3 4 5 Same 2 006 6 7 8 9 10 Tilt gobo color gobo rot is same Pan is invert 3 011 11 12 13 14 15 Gobo color gobo rot is sam...

Page 8: ...ost no maintenance However you should Keep the unit clean Disconnect the mains power supply then wipe the cover with a damp cloth Do not immerse in liquid Wipe lens clean with glass cleaner and a soft...

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