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Spectral M950 Q4 IP V1

Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands

Ordercode: 43632

MANUAL

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Page 1: ...Spectral M950 Q4 IP V1 Highlite International B V Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrade the Netherlands Ordercode 43632 MANUAL ENGLISH ...

Page 2: ...ontrol Panel 12 Control Mode 12 DMX Addressing 12 Menu Overview 13 Main Menu Options 14 1 Power Saving Mode Full Power Mode 14 2 Display lock 15 3 DMX 4 channel mode 15 4 DMX 8 channel mode 15 5 DMX 15 channel mode 15 6 Color presets 15 7 Built in programs 16 8 Program speed 16 9 Red LED brightness Manual Mode 16 10 Green LED brightness Manual Mode 16 11 Blue LED brightness Manual Mode 16 12 Amber...

Page 3: ...s Showtec Spectral M950 Q4 IP Powercon waterproof power cable 1 5 m User manual LED Expected Lifespan LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time HEAT is the dominant factor that leads to the acceleration of this decline Packaged in clusters LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in ideal or singular optimum conditions For this reason when all color LEDs are used at their fullest inten...

Page 4: ...ute force when installing or operating the device Only use the device indoors avoid contact with water or other liquids Only operate the fixture after having checked if 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 the case closed while...

Page 5: ...er be exceeded The relative humidity must not exceed 50 with an ambient temperature of 40 C 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 crash etc You endanger your own safety and the safety of others Rigging Please follow...

Page 6: ...he mains Connect the device to the mains with the power plug Always check if the right color cable is connected to the right place International EU Cable UK Cable US Cable Pin L BROWN RED YELLOW COPPER PHASE N BLUE BLACK SILVER NEUTRAL YELLOW GREEN GREEN GREEN PROTECTIVE GROUND Make sure that the device is always properly connected to the earth Improper installation can cause serious injuries and ...

Page 7: ...umber 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 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 me...

Page 8: ... 4 in 1 RGBA LEDs Light output 16740 lumen 1 m Refresh rate 400Hz Control modes Built in programs Color Presets Manual Master Slave DMX 512 Control protocol DMX 512 Dimmer 0 100 Strobe 0 20Hz Beam Angle 25 Housing Metal Flame retardant plastic Connections Powercon to Schuko 3 pin XLR IN OUT Cooling convection IP rating IP65 Dimensions 190 x 300 x 315 mm LxWxH Weight 5 kg Frontside Fig 01 01 Adjust...

Page 9: ...ect all cables Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing Damages caused by non observance are not subject to warranty Set Up and Operation Follow the directions below as they pertain to your preferred operation mode Before plugging the unit in always make sure that the power supply ma...

Page 10: ...olor Presets and Manual Mode Multiple Spectrals Master Slave control 01 Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing Leave at least 0 5 meter on all sides for air circulation 02 Use a 3 pin XLR cable to connect the Spectral The pins 01 Earth 02 Signal 03 Signal 03 Link the units as shown in fig 03 Connect the first unit s DMX out socket with the second unit s in socket using a DMX signal cable Repea...

Page 11: ...nect the first unit s DMX out socket with the second unit s in socket using a DMX signal cable Repeat this process to link the second third and fourth units 05 Supply electric power Plug electric mains power cords into each unit s IEC socket then plug the other end of the mains power cord into proper electric power supply sockets starting with the first unit Do not supply power before the whole sy...

Page 12: ...r you must obtain data cables You can purchase DAP Audio 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 less prone to electromagnetic interference DAP Audio DMX Data Cables DAP Audio Basic microphone cable for allround use bal XLR M 3 pin XLR F 3 pin...

Page 13: ...al should be 16 15 31 031 etc Please be sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control each Spectral correctly If two or more Spectrals are addressed similarly they will work similarly Controlling After having addressed all Spectral fixtures you may now start operating these via your lighting controller Note After switching on the Spectral will automatically detect whether ...

Page 14: ...Ordercode 43632 Spectral M950 Q4 IP Menu Overview 13 ...

Page 15: ...With this menu you can set the desired energy mode 01 Press the MODE button until the display shows or 02 When the display shows the device is operating in Power Saving Mode Its output is limited in response to the ambient temperature in order to ensure long and flawless operation as well as to extend the lifespan of the LEDs 03 When the display shows the device is operating in Full Power Mode and...

Page 16: ...lay shows 02 Press the UP DOWN buttons to set the desired DMX address The adjustment range is between 1 512 4 DMX 8 channel mode With this menu you can set the DMX address in 8 channel mode 01 Press the MODE button until the display shows 02 Press the UP DOWN buttons to set the desired DMX address The adjustment range is between 1 512 5 DMX 15 channel mode With this menu you can set the DMX addres...

Page 17: ...rom dark to brightest 03 You can combine Red Green Blue and Amber to create an infinite range of colors 0 255 11 Blue LED brightness Manual Mode With this menu you can set the Blue LED brightness 01 Press the MODE button until the display shows 02 Press the UP DOWN buttons to increase decrease the Blue LED brightness The adjustment range is between 0 255 from dark to brightest 03 You can combine R...

Page 18: ...100 Channel 2 Red Dimmer must be open 0 255 Gradual adjustment Red from 0 100 Channel 3 Green Dimmer must be open 0 255 Gradual adjustment Green from 0 100 Channel 4 Blue Dimmer must be open 0 255 Gradual adjustment Blue from 0 100 Channel 5 Amber Dimmer must be open 0 255 Gradual adjustment Amber from 0 100 Channel 6 Macros Dimmer must be open 0 13 Not functional 14 255 Macro Mode Channel 7 Strob...

Page 19: ...14 must be set between 0 35 0 255 Fine adjustment Green from 0 100 Channel 7 Blue Dimmer must be open and CH14 must be set between 0 35 0 255 Gradual adjustment Blue from 0 100 Channel 8 Fine Blue Dimmer must be open and CH14 must be set between 0 35 0 255 Fine adjustment Blue from 0 100 Channel 9 Amber Dimmer must be open and CH14 must be set between 0 35 0 255 Gradual adjustment Amber from 0 100...

Page 20: ...eep the unit clean Otherwise the fixture s light output will be significantly reduced Disconnect the mains power supply and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth Do not immerse in liquid Wipe lens clean with glass cleaner and a soft cloth Do not use alcohol or solvents The front lens will require weekly cleaning as smoke fluid tends to build up residues reducing the light output very quickly Pleas...

Page 21: ...ally 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...

Page 22: ...1 m Color mixing RGBA Beam angle 25 Dimmer 0 100 Strobe 0 20Hz Refresh rate 400Hz Housing Metal Flame retardant plastic DMX control via standard DMX controller On Board OLED display for easy setup Control Built in programs Color presets Manual Master Slave DMX 512 Connections Dedicated Schuko to Powercon Data connector Cooling Convection IP rating IP65 Max ambient temperature ta 40 C Max housing t...

Page 23: ...Ordercode 43632 Spectral M950 Q4 IP Dimensions 22 ...

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