Installation & User’s Manual
Sixer Lighting Control Console
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OPERATION
OPERATION
1. Overview
The Sixer Lighting Control Console offers simple DMX512 control to DMX-controlled devices such as dimmers,
effects units, fixtures, etc. This unit is not designed for complex shows or more than 6-channels of control.
2. Control Functions
The Sixer Lighting Control Console has two simple-to-use controls. Refer to
CONTROL CONSOLE OVERVIEW" on page 4
for more information.
Grand Master
An inhibitive fader that proportionately controls all other faders. This determines maximum
output of all faders at all times. The Grand Master is always active.
Channel Fader (6 Individual Channel Faders)
A fader that controls the output of the corresponding dimmer / channel number. To set a level
raise the fader to the required level. To active the channel faders, raise or lower the Grand
Master as desired.
3. Cleaning and Care Instructions
WARNING!
All cleaning should be performed with power completely removed from the console. Never attempt to
open unit. There are no user-serviceable parts. Under no circumstances should ammonia-based cleaners, acetone, or
other harsh solvents be used on or near the Sixer Lighting Console or power supply. These types of cleaners or
solvents can permanently damage the unit.
Being a solid-state device, the Sixer Lighting Console requires very little routine maintenance by the user.
Should the unit become dirty, unplug from power supply or remove battery, and clean unit using a lint-free cleaning
cloth.
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f you have any questions regarding the use or care of your Sixer Lighting Console, please contact Philips Strand
Lighting technical support or your local Authorized Dealer.
4. Troubleshooting Guide
The chart below provides possible causes and remedies for various error messages and/or symptoms.
WARNING!
Any service and maintenance (including troubleshooting), other than described herein should be
performed by an Authorized Philips Strand Lighting Dealer or Service Center. The Sixer Lighting Console contains
no user-serviceable parts.
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MASTER
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Grand
Master
Channel
Fader
Description
Symptom
Possible Cause/Remedy
No DMX output.
Console will not control devices
Make sure unit is powered by provided power supply or battery is installed.
Grand Master is set at zero, raise Grand Master.
Channel Fader is set at zero, raise Channel Fader.
Dimmer or DMX-control device is not powered, make sure device is
properly connected to power and device is ON.
Make sure DMX512 cable is connected to console and controlled device
(s).
No power at console.
Power LED Indicator is not ON.
Make sure power switch is ON.
Make sure unit is powered by provided power supply or battery is installed.
If using battery, make sure battery is new / fresh.
