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Illumisphere 50 

Product code: 41123 

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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. 

Refer servicing to instructed or skilled persons. Contact your Highlite International dealer in case the 
solution is not described in the table. 

Problem 

Probable cause(s) 

Solution 

The device does not 
function at all 

No power to the device 

 

Check if power is switched on and 
cables are plugged in 

Main fuse is blown 

 

Contact your Highlite International 
dealer. 

The device responds 
erratically 

The factory settings of the device 
are changed 

 

Reset the device’s parameters to the 
default factory settings. See 6.6.5. 
Settings 
on page 21 

The device does not 
respond to DMX 
control (red indication 
LED is off) 

The controller is not connected 

 

Connect the controller 

The signal is reversed. The 3-pin 
DMX OUT of the controller does not 
match the DMX IN of the device 

 

Install a phase-reversing cable 
between the controller and the device 

The controller is defective 

 

Try using another controller 

The device does not 
respond to DMX 
control (red indication 
LED is blinking) 

Bad data link connection 

 

Examine connections and cables. 
Correct poor connections. Repair or 
replace damaged cables 

The data link is not terminated with 
a 120 Ω termination plug 

 

Insert a termination plug in the DMX 
OUT connector of the last device on 
the link 

Incorrect addressing  

 

Check address settings and correct, if 
necessary 

In case of a setup with multiple 
devices one of the devices is 
defective and disturbs data 
transmission on the link 

 

To find out which device is defective, 
bypass one device at a time until 
normal operation is restored 

No light or LEDs cut 
out intermittently 

LEDs are damaged 

 

Disconnect device and contact your 
Highlight International dealer 

The power supply settings do not 
match local AC voltage and 
frequency 

 

Disconnect the device. Check the 
settings and correct, if necessary 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Illumisphere 50

Page 1: ...Illumisphere 50 Highlite International B V Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrade the Netherlands Product code 41123 USER MANUAL ENGLISH V1...

Page 2: ...osal of the device Non observance of the instructions in this user manual may result in serious injuries and damage of property 2020 Showtec All rights reserved No part of this document may be copied...

Page 3: ...ive Equipment 12 Installation Site Requirements 12 Rigging 12 Connecting to Power Supply 13 5 Setup 14 Warnings and Precautions 14 Stand alone Setup 14 DMX Connection 14 DMX 512 Protocol 14 DMX Cables...

Page 4: ...3 Illumisphere 50 Product code 41123 9 Deinstallation Transportation and Storage 26 Instructions for Deinstallation 26 Instructions for Transportation 26 Storage 26 10 Disposal 26 11 Approval 26...

Page 5: ...l Fig 01 Intended Use This device is intended for professional use as a decorative light effect It is suitable only for indoor installation This device is not suitable for households and for general l...

Page 6: ...in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if...

Page 7: ...e sphere is firmly attached and all screws are tightly fastened Disconnect the device from electrical power supply before service and maintenance and when the device is not in use DANGER Electric shoc...

Page 8: ...device s life Do not shake the device Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device If the device is dropped or struck disconnect the device from the electrical power supply immediately If...

Page 9: ...may be used by ordinary persons Installation and maintenance can be carried by ordinary persons Service shall be carried out only by instructed or skilled persons Contact your Highlite dealer for more...

Page 10: ...view Fig 02 01 Non detachable power cable to Schuko 1 m 02 Non detachable DMX cable 0 8 m with a 3 pin DMX IN connector 03 Non detachable DMX cable 0 8 m with a 3 pin DMX OUT connector 04 Sphere Top P...

Page 11: ...trol Auto Sound Master Slave DMX 512 DMX channels 1 4 6 8 channels Control panel OLED display and buttons Connections Power connections Non detachable power cable 1 m to Schuko Data connections 2 x no...

Page 12: ...11 Illumisphere 50 Product code 41123 Dimensions Fig 04...

Page 13: ...nd rigging wear personal protective equipment in compliance with the national and site specific regulations Installation Site Requirements The device can be used only indoors The device can be suspend...

Page 14: ...ort circuit The device accepts AC mains power at 100 240 V and 50 60 Hz Do not supply power at any other voltage or frequency to the device This device falls under IEC protection class I Make sure tha...

Page 15: ...using a DMX 512 controller or to run synchronized shows of two or more devices set in a master slave operating mode The Illumisphere 50 has 3 pin DMX signal IN and OUT connectors The pin assignment i...

Page 16: ...s shown in Fig 06 Fig 06 Master Slave Setup The Illumisphere 50 supports master slave control mode To connect multiple devices in a master slave setup follow the steps below Connect the first device s...

Page 17: ...ith multiple devices make sure that you set the DMX starting address of each device correctly The Illumisphere 50 has 4 personalities 1 channel 4 channels 6 channels and 8 channels If you want to conn...

Page 18: ...ended and incorrect use Attention Power supply Before connecting the device to the power supply make sure that the current voltage and frequency match the input voltage current and frequency specified...

Page 19: ...e green indication LED B will start blinking when the device is operated in sound controlled mode The red indication LED G will be on when the device is operated in DMX control mode The LED will turn...

Page 20: ...19 Illumisphere 50 Product code 41123 Menu Overview...

Page 21: ...See page 22 for the DMX Channels Running Mode In this menu you can set the control mode of the device Press the UP DOWN buttons to select one of the following 4 options DMX The device will operate in...

Page 22: ...u you can calibrate the LEDs This submenu requires a password The password is 018 Press the UP button repeatedly to input the number 018 The display will show Press the ENTER button to confirm the pas...

Page 23: ...olor 10 R000 G000 B255 W050 077 083 Color 11 R000 G000 B255 W000 084 090 Color 12 R075 G000 B255 W000 091 097 Color 13 R255 G000 B255 W000 098 104 Color 14 R255 G000 B175 W000 105 111 Color 15 R255 G0...

Page 24: ...roller is not connected Connect the controller The signal is reversed The 3 pin DMX OUT of the controller does not match the DMX IN of the device Install a phase reversing cable between the controller...

Page 25: ...o cool down for at least 15 minutes before servicing or cleaning Preventive Maintenance Attention Before each use examine the device visually for any defects Make sure that All screws used for install...

Page 26: ...gent solution 04 Dry the sphere carefully with a lint free cloth 05 Clean the DMX and other connections with a damp cloth Attention Do not immerse the device in liquid Do not use alcohol or solvents M...

Page 27: ...s side up Fragile Storage Clean the product before storing Follow the cleaning instructions in chapter 8 2 1 Basic Cleaning Instructions on page 25 Store the device in the original packaging if possib...

Page 28: ...2020 Showtec...

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