Compact Par 7x CW/WW ORDERCODE 42581 Highlite International B.V.
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Showtec Showtec Compact Par 7x CW/WW™ Product Guide Warning ...............................................................................................................................................................................2 Safety Instructions .........................................................................................................................................................2 Operating Determinations ...........................................................................
Warning FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP! Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the dealer immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials.
IMPORTANT: The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the nonobservance 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.
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 1.5 meter. • The maximum ambient temperature ta = 45°C must never be exceeded. • The relative humidity must not exceed 50 % with an ambient temperature of 45° C.
Connection with the mains Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug. Always pay attention, that the right color cable is connected to the right place. International EU Cable UK Cable US Cable Pin L BROWN RED YELLOW/COPPER FASE N BLUE BLACK SILVER NUL YELLOW/GREEN GREEN GREEN EARTH Make sure that the device is always connected properly to the earth! Return Procedure Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued.
Description of the device Features The Showtec Compact Par 7x CW/WW is a LED parcan with high output and great effects. • Never change lamps again! • Flat Par Housing • Stylish design • Power Supply: 100-240V AC • Peak Power 130 Watt • Continuous Power 60 Watt • Drive Current: 250mA • Refresh rate: 3.
Backside Fig. 2 3 4 3) Cooling 4) LCD Display + Menu Buttons 5) Earth connection 5 6 7 8 6) IEC Powerconnector + Fuse 1A/250V 7) 3-pin DMX In 8) 3-pin DMX Out Installation Remove all packing materials from the Compact Par 7x CW/WW. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed. Connect all cables. Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing. Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty.
Control Modes FUNCTIONS: There are 4 modes: • Select built-in programs • Auto run (visual effects) • Master/Slave • DMX512 (2 or 4 Channels) One Compact Par (Built-in Programs) 1. Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. 2. When the Compact Par 7 is not connected by a DMX-cable, it functions as a stand-alone device. Please see page 12 for more information about the built-in programs. One Compact Par (Auto run visual effects) 1.
Multiple Compact Pars (DMX Control) 1. 2. 3. 4. Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. Plug the end of the electric mains power cord into a proper electric power supply socket. Use a 3-p XLR cable to connect the Compact Pars. Link the units as shown in (figure 4), 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, third, and fourth units. 5.
Control Panel Fig. 6 A. LED Display B. MODE Button C. SETUP Button D. Up Button E. Down Button DMX Control Mode The fixtures are individually addressed on a data-link and connected to the controller. The fixtures respond to the DMX signal from the controller. (When you select the DMX address and save it, the controller will display the saved DMX address the next time.
Menu Overview 11
Main Menu Options 1. Built-in Programs 2. Auto 3. DMX address 4. Slave The Compact Par 7x CW/WW will only show its version number at start-up ! 1. Built-in Programs 1) Press the MODE button on the device, until the display shows . 2) With this menu you can set the Built-in Program Mode of the Compact Par. You can choose 4 built-in programs , by using the Up / Down buttons. 3) When you select , you can use a wide variety of manual color settings. Press Setup to switch between the built-in programs Menu.
3. DMX Mode With this menu you can set the DMX address. 1) Press the MODE button, until the display shows 2) You can choose 512 different DMX addresses. . Use the Up / Down buttons to select the required address from 3) You can also press the SETUP button to set 2 different DMX Modes. Use the Up / Down buttons to select the required Mode. . 2 Channels 4 Channels 4. Slave Mode When the display shows : , the device is a slave device. It will now react the same as its master.
Maintenance The Showtec Compact Par 7 requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep 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. Keep connections clean. Disconnect electric power, and then wipe the DMX and audio connections with a damp cloth.
Problem One or more fixtures are completely dead. Fixtures reset correctly, but all respond erratically or not at all to the controller. Probable cause(s) No power to the fixture Remedy • Check that power is switched on and cables are plugged in. Primary fuse blown. • Replace fuse. The controller is not connected. 3-pin XLR Out of the controller does not match XLR Out of the first fixture on the link (i.e. signal is reversed). • Connect controller.
Product Specification Model: Showtec Compact Par 7x CW/WW Never change lamps again! LED System: 7 x 2-in-1 LED Technology LED Colors: Warm White (3200K) and Cool White (6000K) Flat Par Housing Stylish design Power Supply: 100-240V AC Peak Power 130 Watt Continuous Power 60 Watt Drive Current: 250mA Refresh rate: 3.
