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Maniac FX 7

Table of contents

Warning ............................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Safety Instructions ......................................................................................................................................................... 2

Operating Determinations .......................................................................................................................................... 4

Rigging ............................................................................................................................................................................ 4

Connection with the Mains ......................................................................................................................................... 5

Return Procedure .......................................................................................................................................................... 6

Claims .............................................................................................................................................................................. 6

Description of the Device ................................................................................................................................................ 7

Front View ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Back View ....................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Installation ........................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Setup and Operation ........................................................................................................................................................ 9

Control Modes ............................................................................................................................................................... 9

One Maniac FX 7 (Auto, Built-in programs, Sound-controlled and Manual) ................................................. 9

Multiple Maniac FX 7 fixtures (Master/Slave control) .......................................................................................... 9

Multiple Maniac FX 7 fixtures (DMX512 Mode) ..................................................................................................10

Fixture Linking ...............................................................................................................................................................11

Data Cabling ...............................................................................................................................................................11

Control Panel ...............................................................................................................................................................12

DMX Control Mode .....................................................................................................................................................12

DMX Addressing ..........................................................................................................................................................12

Menu Overview ...........................................................................................................................................................13

Main Menu Options ....................................................................................................................................................14

1. Auto Mode ............................................................................................................................................................14

2. Sound-controlled Mode .....................................................................................................................................15

3. Manual Settings ...................................................................................................................................................15

4. DMX Settings .........................................................................................................................................................16

5. Slave Mode Settings ............................................................................................................................................16

6. System Settings .....................................................................................................................................................16

DMX Channels .............................................................................................................................................................17

3 Channels ................................................................................................................................................................17

4 Channels ................................................................................................................................................................18

6 Channels ................................................................................................................................................................18

10 Channels ..............................................................................................................................................................19

12 Channels ..............................................................................................................................................................20

15 Channels ..............................................................................................................................................................21

Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................................................23

Replacing the Fuse .....................................................................................................................................................23

Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................................................................23

No Light .........................................................................................................................................................................23

No Response to DMX ..................................................................................................................................................23

Product Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................25

Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................................................25

Notes ..................................................................................................................................................................................26

Summary of Contents for Maniac FX 7

Page 1: ...Maniac FX 7 V1 Highlite International B V Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrade the Netherlands Order code 41307 MANUAL ENGLISH...

Page 2: ...xtures Master Slave control 9 Multiple Maniac FX 7 fixtures DMX512 Mode 10 Fixture Linking 11 Data Cabling 11 Control Panel 12 DMX Control Mode 12 DMX Addressing 12 Menu Overview 13 Main Menu Options...

Page 3: ...perating temperatures than in ideal or singular optimum conditions For this reason when all color LEDs are used at their fullest intensity life of the LEDs is significantly reduced If improving the li...

Page 4: ...ace of at least 80 cm around the unit for ventilation Always disconnect power from the mains when device is not used or before cleaning Only handle the power cord holding it by the plug Never pull out...

Page 5: ...and the warranty becomes void Any other operation may lead to dangers like short circuit burns electric shock crash etc You endanger your own safety and the safety of others Rigging Please follow the...

Page 6: ...n cause serious injuries and or damage of property Connection with the Mains Connect the device to the mains with the power plug Always check if the right color cable is connected to the right place I...

Page 7: ...e 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 defects or perform this...

Page 8: ...ource 7 x 3 W Cold white LEDs 7 x 7 W High Power RGB LEDs Beam angle wash LEDs 40 beam LEDs 2 Dimmer 0 100 Strobe 0 20 Hz IP rating IP 20 Control mode auto sound manual master slave DMX512 DMX mode 3...

Page 9: ...pin DMX connector OUT 13 Control panel LED display control buttons 14 Microphone 15 Ground connection Installation Remove all packing materials from the Maniac FX 7 Check if all foam and plastic paddi...

Page 10: ...to sound control then the Maniac FX 7 will react to the beat of the music 06 Please see pages 14 15 for more information about the Built in programs Sound controlled and Manual mode Multiple Maniac f...

Page 11: ...k the units as shown in Fig 04 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 rest of the units 05 Supply electric power...

Page 12: ...DMX data link 30 fixtures Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a power link 100V 10 fixtures Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a power link 240V 24 fixtures Data Cabling To link fixtures...

Page 13: ...the DMX address of the first Maniac should be 1 001 the DMX address of the second Maniac should be 1 15 16 016 the DMX address of the third Maniac should be 16 15 31 031 etc Make sure that you do not...

Page 14: ...13 Order code 41307 Maniac FX 7 Menu Overview...

Page 15: ...01 Press the MODE button to navigate through the Main Menu until the display shows 02 Press the ENTER button to open the menu 03 Press the UP DOWN buttons to select one of the 4 types of built in pro...

Page 16: ...t and the frequency of the strobe flash for both the Wash and the Beam 01 Press the MODE button to navigate through the Main Menu until the display shows 02 Press the ENTER button to confirm the selec...

Page 17: ...be set automatically after 10 seconds if no other button on the control panel is pressed 5 Slave Mode Settings In this menu you can set the device as slave 01 Press the MODE button to navigate throug...

Page 18: ...am 4 60 74 Program 5 75 89 Program 6 90 104 Program 7 105 119 Program 8 120 134 Program 9 135 164 Program 10 165 179 Program 11 180 194 Program 12 195 209 Program 13 210 224 Program 14 225 239 Program...

Page 19: ...ntensity 0 100 Channel 4 Dimmer Wash LEDs Blue 0 255 Gradual adjustment of the brightness from low to high intensity 0 100 6 Channels Channel 1 Dimmer Beam LEDs 0 255 Gradual adjustment of the brightn...

Page 20: ...from low to high intensity 0 100 Channel 5 Beam 5 0 255 Gradual adjustment of the brightness from low to high intensity 0 100 Channel 6 Beam 6 0 255 Gradual adjustment of the brightness from low to h...

Page 21: ...stment of the brightness from low to high intensity 0 100 Channel 7 Beam 7 CH8 must be open 0 255 Gradual adjustment of the brightness from low to high intensity 0 100 Channel 8 Beam LEDs 0 127 Master...

Page 22: ...o high intensity 0 100 Channel 8 Beam LEDs 0 127 Master dimmer intensity 0 100 128 249 Strobe flash rate from low to high frequency 0 20 Hz 250 255 Sound controlled strobe Channel 9 Dimmer Wash LEDs R...

Page 23: ...1 40 79 Program 2 80 119 Program 3 120 159 Program 4 160 199 Program 5 200 239 Program 6 240 255 Program 7 Channel 14 Built in programs Wash LEDs CH13 must be set between 70 99 0 24 Program 1 25 49 P...

Page 24: ...ons below to replace the fuse 01 Unplug the unit from electric power source 02 Insert a screwdriver into the slot of the fuse cover Turn the fuse holder counterclockwise The fuse holder will come out...

Page 25: ...nnections and cables Correct poor connections Repair or replace damaged cables Data link not terminated with 120 Ohm termination plug Insert termination plug in the DMX OUT connector of the last fixtu...

Page 26: ...urce 7 x 3 W Cold white LEDs 7 x 7 W High Power RGB LEDs Beam Angle Wash LEDs 40 Beam LEDs 2 Dimmer 0 100 Strobe 0 20 Hz Cooling Cooling fans Display 4 digits LED display Housing Aluminum Color Black...

Page 27: ...26 Order code 41307 Maniac FX 7 Notes...

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