Cameleon Flood
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1. Cameleon Flood ORDERCODE 42702 MA ORAL EU pls d dd Lt DE bee 0442042608 3 ue HE aN TEE SS y SHOWELECTRONICS FOR PROFESSIONALS Congratulations You have bought a great innovative product from Showtec The Showtec Cameleon Flood brings excitement to any venue You can rely on Showtec 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 customer satisfied For more information iwant showtec info You can get some of the best quality best priced products on the market from Showtec So next time turn to Showtec for more great lighting equipment Always get the best with Showtec Thank you Showtec Showtec Cameleon Flood Product Guide Warning m Safety instructions ORC One Darrin NON eseese TEES UT em Return Procedure Claims Description Features cna Overview eee Backside Optional Accessories SO u usus Set and ODeraliofi re a ee tt de io ot dei in dence ser a a a One cameleon Food AUTO RUN MOQO ae ee nM P LEM One Cameleon Flood Built in Progra2. and operating of the Cameleon Flood The manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device This device falls under protection class Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow green conductor fo 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 CAUTION EYEDAMAGES AN Avoid looking directly into the light source meant especially for epileptics 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 0 5 meter The maximum ambient temperature fa 45 C must never be exceeded The relative humidity must not exceed 50 with an ambient temperature of 45 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 the European and national guidelines con
3. 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 intensity life of the LEDs is significantly reduced It is estimated that a viable litespan of 40 000 to 50 000 hours will be achieved under normal operational conditions If improving on this lifesoan expectancy is of a higher priority place care in providing for lower operational temperatures This may include climatic environmental and the reduction of overall projection intensity WARNING CAUTION Keep this device away from rain and moisture Unplug mains lead before opening the housing FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START UP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation operation and maintenance of this device have to be qualified follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION Be careful with your operations With a dangerous voltage you can suffer a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires Before your initial start up please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation Should there be any consult your dealer and do not use the device To maintain perfect condition and to ensure a safe operation it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes wr
4. aces of wearing 4 The electric power supply cables must not show any damages or material fatigue Troubleshooting This troubleshooting guide is meant to help solve simple problems If a problem occurs carry out the steps below in sequence until a solution is found Once the unit operates properly do not carry out following steps 1 If the device does not operate properly unplug the device 2 Check the power from the wall all cables etc 3 If all of the above appears to be O K plug the unit in again 4 If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem do not open the Cameleon Flood as this may damage the unit and the warranty will become void 5 Return the device to your Showtec dealer 14 No Light This troubleshooting guide is meant to help solve simple problems If a problem occurs carry out the steps below in sequence until a solution is found Once the unit operates properly do not carry out following steps If the light effect does not operate properly refer servicing to a technician Response Suspect two potential problem areas the power supply or the LEDs 1 Power supply Check that the unit is plugged into an appropriate power supply 2 The LEDs Return the Cameleon Flood to your Showtec dealer No Response to DMX Response Suspect the DMX cable or connectors a controller malfunction a light effect DMX card malfunction 1 Check the DMX cable Unplug the unit change the DMX cable then reco
5. be refused Highlite will not accept the returned goods or any responsibility Call Highlite 0031 455667723 or mail attersalesghighlite nl and request an RMA prior to shipping the fixture Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return Be sure to properly pack fixture any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the customer s responsibility Highlite reserves the right fo use its own discretion to repair or replace product s As a suggestion proper 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 1 Your name 2 Your address 3 Your phone number 4 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 merchandise It is the customers responsibility to notify and submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is damaged due to shipping Transportation damage has to be reported to us within one day after receipt of the delivery Any return shipment has to be made post paid at all times Return shipment
6. cerning rigging trussing and all other safety issues Do not attempt the installation yourself Always let the installation be carried out by an authorized dealer Procedure e fthe Cameleon Flood is lowered from the ceiling or high joists professional trussing systems have to be used e Use a clamp to mount the Cameleon Flood with the mounting bracket to the trussing system e The Cameleon Flood must never be fixed swinging freely in the room e he installation must always be secured with a safety attachment e g an appropriate safety net or safety cable e Whenrigging derigging or servicing the device always make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked and staying in the area is forbidden Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property 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 Pino BROWN RED YELLOW COPPER FASE BLUE BLACK SILVER NU YELLOW GREEN GREEN GREEN EARTH Make sure that the device is always connected properly to the earth A Return Procedure AN Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing call tags will not be issued Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Authorization Number RMA number Products returned without an RMA number will
7. eave at least 0 5 meter on all sides for air circulation 2 When the Cameleon Flood is not connected by a DMX cable it functions as a stand alone device Please see page 13 for more information about the Auto run programs One Cameleon Flood NO Sound control Although the remote control says Sound control it won t function with this device because fhis is an outdoor device Multiple Cameleon Floods Master Slave control 1 Fasten the effect light onto firm frussing Leave at least 0 5 meter on all sides for air circulation 2 Use a 3 p XLR cable to connect the Cameleon Flood he pins l Earth 2 Signal 3 Signal 3 Link the units as shown in Fig 3 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 You can use the same functions on the master device as described on page 13 Built in Programs or Autorun This means on the master device you can set your desired operation Mode and all slave devices will react the same as the master device Multiple Cameleon Floods Master Slave control 1200 Y Endcap 42709 Fig 3 Multiple Cameleon Floods DMX Control 1 Plug the end of the electric mains power cord into a proper electric power supply socket 2 Use a 3 p XLR cable to connect the Messengers 3 Link the units as shown in figure 4 Connect a DMX signal cable from the first unit s DMX ou
8. immer 0 255 Dimmer from 0 100 Channel 2 Red 0 255 Red from 0 100 Channel 3 Green 0 255 Green from 0 100 Channel 4 Blue 0 255 Blue from 0 100 Channel 5 Flash Speed 0 255 Flash speed from slow to fast Maintenance The Showtec Cameleon Flood 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 connections with a damp cloth Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power The operator has to make sure that safety relating and machine technical installations are to be inspected by an expert after every four years in the course of an acceptance test The operator has to make sure that safety relating and machine technical installations are to be inspected by a skilled person once a year The following points have to be considered during the inspection 1 All screws used for installing the device or parts of the device have to be tightly connected and must not be corroded 2 There may not be any deformations on housings fixations and installation spots 3 Mechanically moving parts like axles eyes and others may not show any tr
9. itten in this manual Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are not subject to warranty This device contains no user serviceable parts Refer servicing to qualified Technicians only 2 IMPORTANT The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non observance of this manual or any unauthorized modification 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 leave any cables lying around Do not insert objects into air vents Do not connect this device to a dimmerpack Do not open the device and do not modify the device Never use the device during thunderstorms unplug the device immediately Never look directly into the light source Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals as this would reduce the system s life 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 Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases Always allow free air soace of at least 50 cm around the unit for ventilation Alwa
10. meleon outdoors make sure the last device in a chain has 2 endcaps screwed on the Powwer Out and DMX Out Installation Remove all packing materials from the Cameleon Flood 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 Set Up and Operation Before plugging the unit in always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification voltage Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 230V power or vice versa When the mounting bracket 1 isn t fitted you will first have to fit the mounting bracket in order to hang it from a ceiling You can also place this device on the floor Connect the device to the main power supply The device can be music controlled by its built in microphone Control Modes here are 5 modes e Auto run Page 8 12 Built in programs Page 8 1 2 e Master Slave Page 9 12 e DMX512 Page 9 12 e Manual Control Page 12 One Cameleon Flood Auto run programs 1 Fasten the effect light onto firm frussing Leave at least 0 5 meter on all sides for air circulation 2 When the Cameleon Flood is not connected by a DMX cable it functions as a stand alone device Please see page 13 for more information about the Auto run programs One Cameleon Flood Built in programs 1 Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing L
11. ms One Cameleon Flood Sound Conrrol Multiple Cameleon Floods Master Slave control Multiple Cameleon Floods DMX control Fixture Linking Been eee Tw Control Mode DMX addressing JO Operation via the remote OP DMX Channel Setting Maintenant REC Troubleshooting No Light No Response to DMX SCC TC COINS uuu u uu uuu en de dd Can at D nd 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 fo 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 In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing Your shipment includes e Cameleon Flood with hanging bracket and 1 25m powercable User manual LED Expected Lifespan LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time HEAT is the
12. nal distance 7m 42705 Power extension cable 3m 42706 Power connection cable 3m 42707 DMX Extension cable 3m 16 B 42708 Special XLR to small 3 pin cable 3m 42709 Endcap when using the Cameleon outdoors make sure the last device in a chain has 2 endcaps screwed on the Powwer Out and DMX Out Other Products in this range are 42700 Cameleon Bar 100 y by Ths A S NN Ag y A8 A Uf AER A S A FO N cual ROS s KO cial al can cal Gaal cal Gat cal me n o0 eee o6 Le amp LT W w Dy A A E AA stat cal ata A RAR RR KR e e e e m A Sh Sh Pb CET AT SJ y U AD AT Ut A OR FA OR AX FOR N ON OO OP PROP POA OR M LE 74 A a a TAL Dy TAA TA A TAa Asa ca AP AY A AN AGAT AGAT AP A AP V 05 A0 AD 0s 08 P0 AUS AUN POR APR PUR FOR POR ON RIS e ASTA ATA ATA A AAA 42703 Cameleon Bullet Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice CC Website www Showtec info Email serviceQhighlite nl 17 2009 Showtec
13. nnect to electrical power Try your DMX control again 2 Determine whether the controller or light effect is at fault Does the controller operate properly with other DMX products If not take the controller in for repair If so take the DMX cable and the light effect to a qualified technician Probable cause s One or more No power the fixture Check that power is switched on fixtures are and cables are plugged in completely dead Fixtures reset correctly but all 3 pin XLR Out of the controller does Install a phase reversing cable respond erratically not match XLR Out of the first fixture between the controller and the first or not at all fo the on the link i e signal is reversed fixture on the link controller Check data quality If much lower than 100 percent the problem may be a bad data link connection poor Poor data quality quality or broken cables missing termination plug or a defective fixture disturbing the link Inspect connections and cables Bad data link connection Correct poor connections Repair or replace damaged cables Fixtures reset Data link not terminated with 120 Insert termination plug in output jack correctly but Ohm termination plug of the last fixture on the link some respond Incorrect addressing of the fixtures Check address setting erratically or not at Bypass one fixture at a time until all to the normal operation is regained unplug controller One of the fixt
14. o link fixtures together 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 Certified DMX Data Cables e DAP Audio Basic microphone cable for allround use bal XLR M 3 p gt XLR F 3 p Ordercode FLO1150 1 5m FLO13 3m FLO16 6m FLO110 10m FLO115 15m FLO120 20m e DAP Audio cable for the demanding user with exceptional audio qualities and connector made by Neutrik Ordercode FL71150 1 5m FL713 3m FL716 6m FL7110 10m 11 Control Mode The fixtures are individually addressed on a data link and connected fo the controller The fixtures respond to the DMX signal from the controller 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 from which the Cameleon Flood will respond to the controller Please note when you use the controller the unit has max 5 channels When using multiple Cameleon Flood s make sure you set the DMX addresses right Therefore the DMX address of the first Cameleon Flood should be 1 A001 the DMX address of the second Cameleon Flood should be 1 5 6 the DMX address of the third Cameleon Flood should be 6 5 11 Please be sure that
15. s must be accompanied with a letter defining the reason for return shipment Non prepaid return shipments will be refused unless otherwise agreed in writing Complaints against us must be made known in writing or by fax within 10 working days after receipt of the invoice After this period complaints will not be handled anymore Complaints will only then be considered if the client has so far complied with all parts of the agreement regardless of the agreement of which the obligation is resulting Description of the device Features The Showtec Cameleon Flood is a light effect with high output and great effects e Power consumption 24 Watt e Power connector Schuko e LED system 215 LEDs 48x red 84x green 83x blue Beam angle 40 e Operating mode sound standalone DMX 512 e DMX channels 5 RGB strobe dimmer e IR signal and DMX signal available e P rate IP 65 Dimensions 300 x 210 x 185 mm Overview 1 Backside 1 Mountingbracket 2 3 pin mini DMX In 3 3 pin mini DMX Out 4 Power cable A Please make sure to obtain the XLR 3 pin fo mini 3 pin cable 42708 fo connect the device to DMX Please make sure to also obtain the remote control 42704 to connect the device to DMX Optional Accessories 42704 remote control 42705 Power extension cable 3m 42706 Power connection cable 3m 42707 DMX Extension cable 3m 42708 Special XLR to small 3 pin cable 3m 42709 Endcap when using the Ca
16. select 7 color modes R G B R B R G G B RGB color jump or color dream SP button 8 Press this button to activate the Running Speed function This function is only available in color jump or color dream Mode Use the 13 and 14 buttons to change the running speed faster slower Sound active Mode SA button 10 unavailable for outdoor LED lights Slave Mode SL button 11 Slave mode DMX Mode D button 9 DMX Mode S button 12 Press this button to start the DMX Address setup Use the buttons fo set the address For example if you want to set DMX address 184 1 Press the S button the Red LEDs will be on meaning you can set the DMX address 2 Press the 1 button the Green LEDs will be on meaning the 1 hundreds setting was successful 3 Press the 8 button the Blue LEDs will be on meaning the 8 tens setting was successful 4 Press the 4 button then all the RGB LEDs are on meaning the 4 value 0 9 was successful All LEDs will flash twice After your DMX address setting you have to press the DMX button 9 to control the device via DMX Manual Mode Manual color setting R 2 G 3 B 4 Press one of these buttons to activate manual color setting Use the 13 and 14 A buttons to change the brightness of the RGB LEDs brightness has 26 different grades Press the buttons do not hold down the buttons because this won t function 13 DMX Channel Setting Channel 1 D
17. t socket to the second unit s in socket Repeat this process to link the second third and fourth units 4 Supply electric power Plug the end of the mains power cord into proper electric power supply sockets Do so for all units and the controller Multiple Cameleon Floods Set Up t Endcap 42709 ayy To Max 30 Cameleons DMX 5124 Fig 4 Note Link all DMX cables before connecting electric power 5 Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly Design your show according to your DMX controller functions See page 13 for more about DMX programming 10 Fixture Linking You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX 512 controller or to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a master slave operating mode The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fixtures the data link can support Important Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line To comply with the EIA 485 standard no more than 30 devices should be connected on one data link Connecting more than 30 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal Maximum recommended DMX data link distance 100 meters Maximum recommended number of Cameleon Floods on a DMX data link 30 fixtures Data Cabling T
18. ures is defective and both connectors and connect them disturbs data transmission on the link directly together Have the defective fixture serviced by a qualified technician Install a phase reversing cable 3 pin XLR Out on the fixtures does between the fixtures or swap pin 2 not match pins 2 and 3 reversed and 3 in the fixture that behaves erratically The power supply settings do not Disconnect fixture Check settings No light match local AC voltage and and correct if necessary frequency dealer The power supply settings do not Disconnect fixture Check settings match local AC voltage and and correct if necessary frequency 15 Product Specification Model Showtec Cameleon Flood Power 240V 50Hz CE Power consumption 24 Watt Power connector Schuko LED system 215 LEDs 48x red 84x green 83x blue 10mm RGB ultra bright LEDs Operating mode Auto run Built in programs Master Slave DMX512 Manual Control 210 mm Beam angle 40 DMX channels 5 RGB strobe dimmer IR signal and DMX signal available IP rate IP 65 Remote control IR remote control separately available 42 04 Dimensions 300 x 210 x 185 mm LxWxH Weight 4 1 kg 210 mm Minimum distance Minimum distance from flammable surfaces 0 5m Minimum distance to lighted object 0 8m Optional Accessories 42704 Remote control Power supply DC 3V Power consumption 60MW Dimensions LxWxH 90 x 53 x 7 mm Weight 25g Transmitting IR sig
19. you don t have any overlapping channels in order to control each Cameleon Flood correctly If two or more Cameleon Flood s are addressed similarly they will work similarly For address settings please refer to the instructions under Addressing menu d001 Controlling After having addressed all Cameleon Flood s you may now start operating these via your lighting controller Note After switching on the Cameleon Flood will automatically detect whether DMX 512 data is received or not The problem may be The XLR cable from the controller is not connected with the input of the Cameleon Flood The controller is switched off or defective the cable or connector is detective or the signal wires are swappedi in the input connector Note It s necessary to insert a XLR termination plug with 120 Ohm in the last fixture in order fo ensure proper transmission on the DMX data link 12 Operation via the remote 72704 not included A The remote is necessary for the Cameleon Flood to function BLACKOUT button 1 Set the LED power ON or power OFF with this button FL button 7 Press this button to activate the Flash function Use the 13 and 14 buttons to change the flash frequency faster slower Auto Run Mode AR button 5 Auto Run Mode Built in Program Mode S PR button 6 Press this button to activate the Built in program Mode You have 9 different modes Use the 13 and 14 buttons to
20. ys 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 fo time If the external cable is damaged it has to be replaced by a qualified technician 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 fo 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 Light effect must be installed out of the reach of children Never leave the unit running unattended For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only The user is responsible for correct positioning
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