SHOWTEC Phantom 250 Spot User Manual Download Page 5

 

 

Always keep case closed while operating. 

 

Always allow free air space of at least 50 cm around the unit for ventilation. 

 

Always disconnect power from the mains, when device is not used, before cleaning or when 
replacing lamp! Only handle the power-cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the 
power-cord. 

 

To ensure the longest and most efficient use of the lamp always wait 15 minutes before re-
applying power after a shutdown. Failure to do so could result in premature aging of the lamp 
and failure to the electronics that drive it. 

 

Make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust. 

 

Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel. 

 

Make sure that the power-cord is never crimped or damaged. Check the device and the power-
cord from time to time. 

 

If the lens is obviously damaged, it has to be replaced. So that its functions are not impaired, due 
to cracks or deep scratches. 

 

If device is dropped or struck, disconnect mains power supply immediately. Have a qualified 
engineer inspect for safety before operating. 

 

If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do 
not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your device. Leave 
the device switched off until it has reached room temperature. 

 

If your Showtec device fails to work properly, discontinue use immediately. Pack the unit securely 
(preferably in the original packing material), and return it to your Showtec dealer for service. 

 

For adult use only. Movinghead must be installed out of the reach of children. Never leave the 
unit running unattended. 

 

For replacement use lamps and fuses of same type and rating only. 

 

Allow time to cool down, before replacing lamp.  

 

This device falls under protection class I. Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow/green 
conductor to earth. 

 

During the initial start-up some smoke or smell may arise. This is a normal process and does not 
necessarily mean that the device is defective. 

 

Repairs, servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician. 

 

WARRANTY: Till one year after date of purchase. 
 

 
 
 
 

 

 
 

OPERATING DETERMINATIONS 

 

This device is not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the 
device will serve you for a long time without defects. 

 

The minimum distance between light-output and the illuminated surface must be more than 1.3 meter. 

 

The maximum ambient temperature 

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 must never be exceeded. 

 

If this device is operated in any other way, than the one described in this manual, the product may suffer 
damages and the

 

warranty becomes void.  

 

Any other operation may lead to dangers like short-circuit, burns, electric shock, lamp explosion, crash 
etc. 
 

You endanger your own safety and the safety of others! 
 
 
 
 
 

CAUTION ! EYEDAMAGES !. 

Avoid looking directly into the light source. 

(meant especially for epileptics) !

 

 

Summary of Contents for Phantom 250 Spot

Page 1: ...Phantom 250 Spot ORDERCODE 40167...

Page 2: ...howtec 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...

Page 3: ...Backside Installation Installing the Lamp Lamp Adjustment Set Up and Operation One Phantom Multiple Phantoms DMX Protocol Control Panel Control Mode DMX addressing Menu Overview User Modes Navigating...

Page 4: ...lamp Never ignite the lamp if the objective lens or any housing cover is open as discharge lamps may expose and emit a high ultraviolet radiation which may cause burns Never lift the fixture by holdi...

Page 5: ...device fails to work properly discontinue use immediately Pack the unit securely preferably in the original packing material and return it to your Showtec dealer for service For adult use only Moving...

Page 6: ...or safety cable When rigging derigging or servicing the projector always make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked and staying in the area is forbidden The Phantom can be placed...

Page 7: ...andard DMX controller 14 DMX control channels required Mechanical Dimmer Shutter Strobe Strobe effect with adjustable speed 1 10 flashes sec Sound controlled via built in microphone Manual focus Pan 0...

Page 8: ...6 Backside 2 3 4 5 6 Fig 2 2 IEC power connector Fuse 5A 250V 2 Built in Microphone 2 Blackout Footswitch 5 DMX signal connector IN 6 DMX signal connector OUT...

Page 9: ...istance between the lamp and the lens on the back of the cover 5 Put the lamp cover back and fasten the screws snugly Then put the plastic housing back and fasten the screws snugly 1 2 3 Fig 3 Backsid...

Page 10: ...ic Multiple Phantoms 1 Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing Use a 30 kg rated or stronger C clamp fastened onto the Phantom Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation 2 Use a 3 p XL...

Page 11: ...his way you can stop the color wheel in any position also between two colors creating double colored beams Between 128 255 the color wheel rotates continuously the so called Rainbow effect 0 15 Open W...

Page 12: ...am 1 146 161 Auto Program 2 162 177 Auto Program 3 178 193 Auto Program 4 194 209 Sound control 1 210 225 Sound control 2 226 241 Sound control 3 242 255 Sound control 4 Channel 12 Effect 0 9 No Effec...

Page 13: ...e controller will display the saved DMX address the next time DMX Addressing The control panel on the front side of the base allows you to assign the DMX fixture address which is the first channel fro...

Page 14: ...is detective or the signal wires are swapped in the input connector Note It s necessary to insert a XLR termination plug with 120 Ohm in the last fixture in order to ensure proper transmission on the...

Page 15: ...13 Menu Overview...

Page 16: ...ration Options Press and hold down the MODE ESC button for 10 seconds when you are in DMX address menu The display will show First enter the password 2323 Use the up button to increase the value use t...

Page 17: ...supply cables must not show any damages or material fatigue The Showtec Phantom requires almost no maintenance However you should keep the unit clean Otherwise the fixture s light output will be signi...

Page 18: ...cement fuse into the holder where the old fuse was Reinsert the fuse cover Be sure to use a fuse of the same type and specification See the product specification label for details Replacing a Gobo Gob...

Page 19: ...supply 2 The lamp Replace the old lamp with a new one with the same specifications See page 7 for replacing lamps 3 The fuse Replace the fuse See page 16 for replacing the fuse No Response to DMX Res...

Page 20: ...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 tim...

Page 21: ...ke All lenses are anti reflection coated High luminous efficiency parabolic system Strobe effect with variable speed 1 flash 10 flashes sec DMX control via standard DMX controller Sound controlled via...

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