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Ordercode: 41304 

Pixel Bar 12 MKII 

IMPORTANT: 

The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of 
this manual or any unauthorized modification to the device. 

 

 

Never let the power cord come into contact with other cables! Handle the power cord and all 
connections with the mains with particular caution! 

 

Never remove warning or informative labels from the unit. 

 

Never use anything to cover the ground contact. 

 

Never place any material over the lens. 

 

Never look directly into the light source. 

 

Never leave any cables lying around. 

 

Do not insert objects into air vents. 

 

Do not connect this device to a dimmerpack. 

 

Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals, as this would reduce the device’s lifespan. 

 

Do not touch the device’s housing bare-handed during its operation. Allow the fixture to cool for at 
least 5 minutes before handling. 

 

Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device. 

 

Only use device indoor, avoid contact with water or other liquids. 

 

Only operate the fixture after having checked that the housing is firmly closed and all screws are 
tightly fastened. 

 

Only operate the device after having familiarized with its functions. 

 

Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases. 

 

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 or before cleaning! Only handle 
the power cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the power cord. 

 

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 to prevent its functions from being impaired, 
due to cracks or deep scratches. 

 

If device was 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. Device must be installed out of reach of children. Never leave the unit running 
unattended. 

 

Never attempt to bypass the thermostatic switch or fuses. 

 

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

 

The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the Pixel Bar 12 MKII. The manufacturer 
will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device. 

 

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 electrical connection must be carried out by a qualified technician. 

 

WARRANTY: Till one year after date of purchase. 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for PIXEL BAR 12 MKII

Page 1: ...Pixel Bar 12 MKII V1 Highlite International B V Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrade the Netherlands Ordercode 41304 MANUAL ENGLISH...

Page 2: ...ve control 8 Multiple Pixel Bars DMX512 Mode 9 Fixture Linking 10 Data Cabling 10 Control Panel 11 DMX Control Mode 11 DMX Addressing 11 Menu overview 12 Main Menu Options 13 1 Master slave mode 13 2...

Page 3: ...exhibit higher operating 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...

Page 4: ...t 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...

Page 5: ...and the safety of others Rigging Please follow the European and national guidelines concerning rigging trussing and all other safety issues Do not attempt the installation yourself Always let the ins...

Page 6: ...roper UPS packing or double boxing is always a safe method to use Note If you are given an RMA number please include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box 01 Your name 02 Your a...

Page 7: ...r and data daisy chain Lumens 1380 Full On Lux 2m 3430 Full On Max distance 15m Color mixing RGB Power Supply 100 240V AC 50 60Hz Drive current 350 mA Refresh rate 140 Hz Light source 12 x 3 in 1 RGB...

Page 8: ...230V power or vice versa Connect the device to the main power supply Control Modes There are 6 modes Sound control Static control Built in Programs Auto Run Master Slave DMX512 3CH 4CH 6CH 7CH 9CH 12C...

Page 9: ...ing Leave at least 0 5 meter on all sides for air circulation 02 Always use a safety cable ordercode 70140 70141 03 Plug the end of the electric mains power cord into a proper electric power supply so...

Page 10: ...er devices 05 Link 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 second and third units 06...

Page 11: ...io certified DMX cables directly from a dealer distributor or construct your own cable If you choose to create your own cable please use data grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are...

Page 12: ...rd Pixel Bar should be 37 36 73 d073 etc Please be sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control each Pixel Bar correctly If two or more Pixel Bars are addressed similarly the...

Page 13: ...12 Ordercode 41304 Pixel Bar 12 MKII Menu overview...

Page 14: ...ly In master slave mode the master fixture can execute the built in programs all the slave fixtures will work the same When operating the master slave chain you can identify the master fixture from th...

Page 15: ...e Pixel Bar will react to the beat of the music from the leftside to the rightside of the bar 06 With the mode the Pixel Bar will react to the beat of the music from the rightside to the leftside of t...

Page 16: ...Mode button on the device until the display shows 02 Press the Setup button to open the options 03 If you choose the Light Bar will black the output out in case of a DMX signal error 04 If you choose...

Page 17: ...the display shows 02 You can choose 512 different DMX addresses 03 Press the Up and Down buttons to select the required address between 04 Press the Setup button again to choose a DMX configuration 05...

Page 18: ...justment Red from 0 100 Channel 2 Green Dimmer intensity CH4 must be set between 001 255 0 255 Gradual adjustment Green from 0 100 Channel 3 Blue Dimmer intensity CH4 must be set between 001 255 0 255...

Page 19: ...immer intensity CH4 must be set between 001 255 0 255 Gradual adjustment Green from 0 100 Channel 3 Blue Dimmer intensity CH4 must be set between 001 255 0 255 Gradual adjustment Blue from 0 100 Chann...

Page 20: ...between 7 251 0 255 Gradual speed adjustment from slow to fast Channel 6 Sound Sensitivity CH5 must be set between 252 255 0 255 Gradual sound sensitivity from low sensitivity to high sensitivity Cha...

Page 21: ...Gradual adjustment Green from 0 100 Channel 6 Blue Dimmer intensity section 2 0 255 Gradual adjustment Blue from 0 100 Channel 7 Red Dimmer intensity section 3 0 255 Gradual adjustment Red from 0 100...

Page 22: ...1 0 255 Gradual adjustment Blue from 0 100 Channel 4 Red Dimmer intensity section 2 0 255 Gradual adjustment Red from 0 100 Channel 5 Green Dimmer intensity section 2 0 255 Gradual adjustment Green f...

Page 23: ...adjustment Green from 0 100 Channel 12 Blue Dimmer intensity section 4 0 255 Gradual adjustment Blue from 0 100 18 DMX Channels Channel 1 Red Dimmer intensity section 1 0 255 Gradual adjustment Red f...

Page 24: ...radual adjustment Red from 0 100 Channel 8 Green Dimmer intensity section 3 0 255 Gradual adjustment Green from 0 100 Channel 9 Blue Dimmer intensity section 3 0 255 Gradual adjustment Blue from 0 100...

Page 25: ...radual adjustment Green from 0 100 Channel 15 Blue Dimmer intensity section 5 0 255 Gradual adjustment Blue from 0 100 Channel 16 Red Dimmer intensity section 6 0 255 Gradual adjustment Red from 0 100...

Page 26: ...ixel LED 2 0 255 Gradual adjustment Green from 0 100 Channel 6 Blue Pixel LED 2 0 255 Gradual adjustment Blue from 0 100 Channel 31 Red Pixel LED 11 0 255 Gradual adjustment Red from 0 100 Channel 32...

Page 27: ...If this happens follow the directions below 01 Unplug the unit from electric power source 02 Insert a flat head screwdriver into a slot in the fuse cover Gently pry up the fuse cover The fuse will com...

Page 28: ...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...

Page 29: ...Lux 2m 3430 Full On Lumen 1380 Full On Max Distance 15m Beam Angle 40 Separate sections selectable 2 3 4 6 or 12 Dimmer 0 100 Strobe 0 11Hz Color Range RGB Cooling aluminum housing Display LED displa...

Page 30: ...29 Ordercode 41304 Pixel Bar 12 MKII Dimensions...

Page 31: ...30 Ordercode 41304 Pixel Bar 12 MKII Notes...

Page 32: ...2016 Showtec...

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