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Problem 

Probable cause(s) 

Remedy 

 
One or more 
fixtures are 
completely dead. 

No power to the fixture 

· Check that power is switched on  
  and cables are plugged in. 

Primary fuse blown. 

· Replace fuse. 

 

 

Fixtures reset 
correctly, but all 
respond 
erratically or not 
at all to the 
controller. 

The controller is not connected. 

· Connect controller. 

3-pin XLR Out of the controller 
does not match XLR Out of the first 
fixture on the link (i.e. signal is 
reversed). 

· Install a phase reversing cable  
  between the controller and the first  
  fixture on the link. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixtures reset 
correctly, but 
some respond 
erratically or not 
at all to the 
controller. 

 
 
 
Poor data quality 

· Check data quality. If much lower  
  than 100 percent, the problem may  
  be a bad data link connection, poor  
  quality or broken cables, missing  
  termination plug, or a defective   
  fixture disturbing the link. 

 
Bad data link connection 

· Inspect connections and cables.  
  Correct poor connections. Repair or  
  replace damaged cables. 

Data link not terminated with 120 
Ohm termination plug. 

· Insert termination plug in output jack  
  of the last fixture on the link. 

Incorrect addressing of the fixtures.  · Check address setting. 
 
 
One of the fixtures is defective and 
disturbs data transmission on the 
link. 

· Bypass one fixture at a time until  
  normal operation is regained: unplug  
  both connectors and connect them  
  directly together. 
· Have the defective fixture serviced  
  by a qualified technician. 

 
3-pin XLR Out on the fixtures does 
not match (pins 2 and 3 reversed). 

· Install a phase-reversing cable 
  between the fixtures or swap pin 2  
  and 3 in the fixture, that behaves  
  erratically. 

 
No light 

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

· Disconnect fixture. Check settings  
  and correct if necessary. 

LEDs damaged 

· Disconnect fixture and return to your  
  dealer. 

 
LEDs cuts out 
intermittently. 

 
Fixture is too hot. 

· Allow fixture to cool. 
· Clean fan. 
· Make sure air vents at control panel  
  and front lens are not blocked. 
· Turn up the air conditioning. 

 

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

· Disconnect fixture. Check settings  
  and correct if necessary. 

Summary of Contents for LED Sphere Direct Control 100 V2

Page 1: ...LED Spere Direct Control 100 V2 ORDERCODE 41127 ...

Page 2: ...an rely on Showtec for more excellent lighting products We design and manufacture professional light equipment for the entertainment industry New products are being launched regularly We work hard to keep you our customer satisfied For more information iwant showtec info You can get some of the best quality best priced products on the market from Showtec So next time turn to Showtec for more great...

Page 3: ...ations Rigging Return Procedure Claims Description Features and Overview Backside Installation Set Up and Operation Fixture Linking Data Cabling Control Panel Menu Overview Control Modes Built in Programs 1 8 Sound Control Mode Manual Mode Master Slave Mode DMX Mode DMX Protocol Maintenance Replacing the Fuse Troubleshooting No Light No Response to DMX Product Specifications ...

Page 4: ...0 hours will be achieved under normal operational conditions If improving on this lifespan expectancy is of a higher priority place care in providing for lower operational temperatures This may include climatic environmental and the reduction of overall projection intensity SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation operation and maintenance of this device has to be qualified ...

Page 5: ... never crimped or damaged Check the device and the power cord from time to time Make sure that no side forces can impact on the truss system The cable insert or the female part in the device must never be strained There must always be sufficient cable to the device Otherwise the cable may be damaged which may lead to deadly electrical shocks If the external cable is damaged it has to be replaced b...

Page 6: ...o not attempt the installation yourself Always let the installation be carried out by an authorized dealer Procedure If a LED Sphere is lowered from the ceiling or high joists professional trussing systems have to be used Mount the LED Sphere to the trussing system The LED Sphere must never be fixed swinging freely in the room The installation must always be secured with a safety attachment e g an...

Page 7: ... 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 defects or perform this check after our announcement that the goods are at their disposal Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper therefore the damage must be reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise It is ...

Page 8: ...signal connector IN 2 DMX signal connector OUT 3 Fuse 2A 250V 4 Power cable 5 Menu Buttons Display 6 Microphone 7 Safety Eye Installation Remove all packing materials from the LED Sphere Direct Control 100 Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed Connect all cables Note It s necessary to insert a XLR termination plug with 120 Ohm in the last fixture in order to ensure proper transmission...

Page 9: ...ard no more than 30 devices should be connected on one data link Connecting more than 30 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal Maximum recommended DMX data link distance 100 meters Maximum recommended number of LED Spheres on a DMX data link 30 fixtures Data Cabling To link fixtures together you m...

Page 10: ...here should be 1 6 7 A007 the DMX address of the third LED Sphere should be 7 6 13 A013 etc Please be sure that you don t have any overlapping channels in order to control each LED Sphere correctly If two or more LED Spheres are addressed similarly they will work similarly For address settings please refer to the instructions under Addressing menu Controlling After having addressed all LED Sphere ...

Page 11: ...of 8 built in programs CHE1 CHE8 Pay attention CHE9 is sound controlled Also see page 10 Built in Programs CHE1 Red to Fade out CHE2 Green to Fade out CHE3 Blue to Fade out CHE4 Red Green Red Green etc CHE5 Red Blue Red Blue etc CHE6 Green Blue Green Blue etc CHE7 RGB full white to Fade out CHE8 Red Green Blue Red Green Red Blue Green Blue Red Green Blue etc You are also able to adjust the Speed a...

Page 12: ...ress the Down button you are only able to create a full color Red Green or Blue The first digit of the display will move clockwise 4 Master Slave Mode 1 Use a 3 p XLR cable to connect the LED Sphere The pins 1 Earth 2 Signal 3 Signal 2 Link the units as shown in Fig 3 Connect a DMX signal cable from the first unit s DMX out socket to the second unit s in socket Repeat this process to link the seco...

Page 13: ...d the controller DMX Set up Fig 4 Note Link all DMX cables before connecting electric power 5 Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly Design your show according to your DMX controller functions After switching on the LED Sphere will automatically detect whether DMX 512 data is received or not If there is no data received the problem may be The XLR cable from th...

Page 14: ...ice or parts of the device have to be tightly connected and must not be corroded 2 There may not be any deformations on housings fixations and installation spots 3 Mechanically moving parts like axles eyes and others may not show any traces of wearing 4 The electric power supply cables must not show any damages or material fatigue The Showtec LED Sphere requires almost no maintenance However you s...

Page 15: ...perates properly do not carry out following steps If the light effect does not operate properly refer servicing to a technician Response Suspect three potential problem areas the power supply the LEDs the fuse 1 If the device does not operate properly unplug the device 2 Power supply Check that the unit is plugged into an appropriate power supply 3 The LEDs Return the LED Sphere to your Showtec de...

Page 16: ...cables Data link not terminated with 120 Ohm termination plug Insert termination plug in output jack of the last fixture on the link Incorrect addressing of the fixtures Check address setting One of the fixtures is defective and disturbs data transmission on the link Bypass one fixture at a time until normal operation is regained unplug both connectors and connect them directly together Have the d...

Page 17: ...MX Channels Red Green Blue Control Modes Standalone Built in Programs 1 9 Music control Manual Control Master slave DMX control Built in Microphone Only use Indoor RGB colourmixing Fuse 2A 250V DMX IN and DMX OUT Dimensions ø100cm Weight 16 Kg Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice Website www Showtec info Email service highlite nl ...

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