Contest GoboBeam User manual

ANIMATION EFFECT WITH 8 X 3W LEDS AND MOVING GOBOS PROJECTION
USER GUIDE
10662- Version 1 / 02-2017

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1 - Safety information
This symbol signals an important safety precaution.
The CAUTION symbol signals a risk of product deterioration.
The WARNING symbol signals a risk to the user’s physical integrity.
The product may also be damaged.
Important safety information
Symbols used
Any maintenance procedure must be performed by a CONTEST
authorised technical service. Basic cleaning operations must tho-
roughly follow our safety instructions.
This product contains non-isolated electrical components. Do not
undertake any maintenance operation when it is switched on as it
may result in electric shock.
This unit is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it in a wet,
or extremely cold/hot locations. Failure to follow these safety ins-
tructions could result in fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to
this product or other property.
WARNING : This unit contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not
open the housing or attempt any maintenance by yourself. In the
unlikely even your unit may require service, please contact your
nearest dealer.
In order to avoid any electrical malfunction, please do not use any
multi-socket, power cord extension or connecting system without
making sure they are perfectly isolated and present no defect.
Recycling your device
• As HITMUSIC is really involved in the environmental cause,
we only commercialise clean, ROHS compliant products.
• When this product reaches its end of life, take it to a
collection point designated by local authorities. The separate
collection and recycling of your product at the time of disposal
will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is
recycled in a manner that protects human health and the
environment.
Instructions and recommendations
10 - Electric power supply :
This product can only be operated according to a very specific voltage. These
information are specified on the label located at the rear of the product.
11 - Power cords protection:
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at
lugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the fixture.
12 - Cleaning precautions :
Unplug the product before attempting any cleaning operation. This product should be
cleaned only with accessories recommended by the manufacturer. Use a damp cloth
to clean the surface. Do not wash this product.
13 - Long periods of non use :
Disconnect the unit’s main power during long periods of non use.
14 - Liquids or objects penetration :
Do not let any object penetrate this product as it may result in electric shock or fire.
Never spill any liquid on this product as it may infiltrate the electronic components
and result in electric shock or fire.
15 - This product should be serviced when :
Please contact the qualified service personnel if :
- The power cord or the plug has been damaged.
- Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
- The appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
- The product does not appear to operate normally.
- The product has been damaged.
16 - Inspection/maintenance :
Please do not attempt any inspection or maintenance by yourself. Refer all servicing
to qualified personnel.
17 - Operating environment :
Ambient temperature and humidity: +5 - +35°C, relative humidity must be less than
85% (when cooling vents are not obstructed).
Do not operate this product in a non-ventilated, very humid or warm place.
1 - Please read carefully :
We strongly recommend to read carefully and understand the safety instructions before
attempting to operate this unit.
2 - Please keep this manual :
We strongly recommend to keep this manual with the unit for future reference.
3 - Operate carefully this product :
We strongly recommend to take into consideration every safety instruction.
4 - Follow the instructions:
Please carefully follow each safety instruction to avoid any physical harm or property
damage.
5 - Avoid water and wet locations :
Do not use this product in rain, or near washbasins or other wet locations.
6 - Installation :
We strongly encourage you to only use a fixation system or support recommended
by the manufacturer or supplied with this product. Carefully follow the installation
instructions and use the adequate tools.
Always ensure this unit is firmly fixed to avoid vibration and slipping while operating
as it may result in physical injury.
7 - Ceiling or wall installation :
Please contact your local dealer before attempting any ceiling or wall installation.
8 - Ventilation :
The cooling vents ensure a safe use of this product, and avoid any overheating risk.
Do not obstruct or cover these vents as it may result in overheating and potential
physical injury or product damage. This product should never been operated in a
closed non-ventilated area such as a flight case or a rack, unless cooling vents are
provided for the purpose .
9 - Heat exposure :
Sustained contact or proximity with warm surfaces may cause overheating and product
damages. Please keep this product away from any heat source such as a heaters,
amplifiers, hot plates, etc...
Warning
This product is equipped with Class 2 LEDs.
Please avoid looking directly at the beam as it may cause
severe eye injuries.

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2 - Caractéristiques
3 - Overview
Light sources
› 8 x 3W RGBA LED - 30 000 hours (approximately)
› Low temperature, low power consumption, can be operated
non-stop for many hours
Control
› Standard DMX-512
› 1 / 8 / 12 DMX channels
› Simplified control (EASY-2 Compatible)
› Music-sensitive shows (via internal mic)
› Simplified control of several unit in Master/Slave mode
› Drop-down display for assignation and mode selection
Additional characteristics
› DMX input and output via 3-pin XLR
› Power input/output via IEC socket
› Power consumption: 40 W maximum
› Power supply: AC 100/230V - 50/60Hz
› Dimensions: 290 x 160 x 220 mm
› Net weight: 3 Kg
Package contents:
The package must contain the following articles:
› The projector
› The user guide
› An IEC / 2 poles + earth power cord
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1Tightening wheel for suspension bracket
Allows to adjust the position of the projector and lock it in this
position.
2Suspension bracket
Allows you to suspend and adjust the projector.
3EASY-2 input
Connect your EASY-2 remote control(optional) here. Please refer
to chapter 6 for more details about the remote control.
4Microphone
Allows music-sensitive functions.
5Fuse
If need to change the fuse, please make sure the new fuse has
the exact same characteristics as the old one.
6Power input socket
Allows you to power up your projector.
Please make sure the voltage of your workplace matches this
projector.
7Power output
Allows you to directly connect this projector to other projectors
in order to optimise complex installations.
8Safety ring
Allows to use a second safety cable. Double safety systems are
mandatory for usage in public places.
CAUTION!
Please make sure the tightening wheel is
securely fastened.
Using a safety cable is mandatory.
When using this device in public places,
current legislation requires that each devices features a
double fixation system to ensure its stability. This system
must hold up to 10 times times the weight of the device,
meaning you will be required to use a cable able to hold
30 kilos to support your GOBOBEAM.

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4 - Internal menu
4.1 - Menu tree and description
Upon initialisation, the projector will calibrate the position of each motor.
Once completed, you can access the menu by pressing MENU or ENTER.
9DMX output
3-pin female XLR plug hardwired as follows:
- Pin 1: Mass
- Pin 2: Negative signal
- Pin 3: Positive signal
10 DMX input
3-pin male XLR socket hardwired as mentioned above.
Allows to transmit the signal from another projector or DMX
console.
11 Display and menu buttons
Display
Allows you to intuitively configure your device. Please refer to
next paragraph for more details about the menu functions. The
backlight can be turned off via the Backlight function from the
menu.
MODE Button
ALlows you to access the menu and select a function.
ENTER Button
Allows you to enter sub-menus and apply changes.
UP and DOWN buttons
Allows you to increase or decrease parameter values.
MENU UP and DOWN Action ENTER
DMX address
DMX address selection.
Press Enter and use UP and DOWN to select values.
Saves
changes
DMX modes
1channel: Show selection
Press Enter and select a
mode with UP and DOWN
Saves
changes
8channels: Tilt1 / Dimmer / Strobe / Red / Green / Blue
/ Amber / Show selection
12 canaux : Tilt1 / Tilt 16 bits / Dimmer / Strobe /
Rouge / Vert / Bleu / Ambre / Vitesse du Tilt / Modes de
Dimmer / Sélection des shows / Vitesse des shows
Slave modes
Allows you to determine the behaviour of your projector in slave mode:
-Master: Commands the Slave units
-Slave 1: The device is in slave mode and mimics the Master unit.
-Slave 2: The device is in slave mode and mimics the Master unit in reverse
order.
Saves
changes
Shows selection
-Select shows from 0 to 4 Saves
changes
Dimmer control
Allows you to adjust the dimmer behaviour.
-Fast: LEDs instantly power on/off.
-Smoo: LEDs take a few second to power on/off in order to mimic halogen
projectors.
Saves
changes
Music-sensitive mode
Activates or deactivates the music-sensitive mode.
Press Enter and select On or Off with the UP and DOWN buttons.
Saves
changes

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5.1 - 1-channel mode
5 - DMX modes
The projector enters DMX mode as soon as an incoming DMX signal has been detected.
Channel Values Action
1
000 - 009 Black-out
010 - 048 Show 1 from slow to fast
049 - 087 Show 2 from slow to fast
088 - 126 Show 3 from slow to fast
127 - 165 Show 4 from slow to fast
166 - 204 Show 0 from slow to fast
205 - 214 Music-sensitive Show 1
215 - 224 Music-sensitive Show 2
225 - 234 Music-sensitive Show 3
235 - 244 Music-sensitive Show 4
245 - 255 Music-sensitive Show 0
Note: Show 0 is a sequence including shows 1 to 4
Sound sensitivity
Allows you to adjust the microphone sensitivity.
The microphone is deactivated when values indicate 000.
Saves
changes
DMX signal failure behavior
MASt : Active blackout mode
BLnd : Active blackout mode
LASt : Keep the last DMX information
Saves
changes
Display timer
Activates or deactivates the automatic shutdown of display after a 10-second
period of inactivity:
• on : The display remains lit.
• oFF : The display automatically turns off.
Saves
changes
Display rotation
Allows you to rotate the display for better clarity, depending on the position of your
projector.
Saves
changes
Automatically tests each function. Lance le test
Displays the total operating time of the projector since it was first initialised. Pas d’action
Displays the current software version. Pas d’action
Re-initialise your device. Pas d’action

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Channels Values Action
1Tilt
000 - 255 Tilt from 0 - 100%
2Dimmer
000 - 255 Dimmer from 0 - 100%
3
Strobe
000 - 007 Close
008 - 015 Open
016 - 131 Slow to fast strobe
132 - 139 Open
140 - 181 Slow to fast pulse effect
182 - 189 Open
190 - 231 Fast to slow pulse effect
232 - 239 Open
240 - 247 Random strobe
248 - 255 Open
4Red
000 - 255 Red from 0 - 100%
5Green
000 - 255 Green from 0 - 100%
6Blue
000 - 255 Blue from 0 - 100%
7Amber
000 - 255 Amber from 0 - 100%
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Shows
000 - 009 Black-out
010 - 048 Show 1 from slow to fast
049 - 087 Show 2 from slow to fast
088 - 126 Show 3 from slow to fast
127 - 165 Show 4 from slow to fast
166 - 204 Show 0 from slow to fast
205 - 214 Music-sensitive Show 1
215 - 224 Music-sensitive Show 2
225 - 234 Music-sensitive Show 3
235 - 244 Music-sensitive Show 4
245 - 255 Music-sensitive Show 0
5.2 - 8-channel mode
5.3 - 12-channel mode
Channels Values Action
1Tilt
000 - 255 Tilt from 0 - 100%
216-bit Tilt
000 - 255 Fine adjustment of the Tilt
3Dimmer
000 - 255 Dimmer from 0 - 100%
4
Strobe
000 - 007 Close
008 - 015 Open
016 - 131 Slow to fast strobe
132 - 139 Open
140 - 181 Slow to fast pulse effect
182 - 189 Open
190 - 231 Fast to slow pulse effect
232 - 239 Open
240 - 247 Random strobe
248 - 255 Open

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5.3 - 12-channel mode (second and last part)
6 - Using the Easy-2 remote control (optional)
Button Action
STAND - BY Black-out
FUNCTION
For each pressure, and
when long pressing:
1: Synchronised strobe
2: Asynchronous strobe
3: Music-sensitive mode
For each pressure:
Next show
MODE LED Off LED On
The EASY-2 remote control is easy to use, easy to set up and can control
several units synchronized in Master/Slave mode.
Connect your remote control to the jack 6.35 chassis of the master unit,
look for the «ONLY FOR EASY-2 CONTROLLER » socket and connect the
other devices using their XLR sockets for a regular DMX connection. This
remote grants you access to the following functions: black-out, strobe and
show selection.
Channels Values Action
5Red
000 - 255 Red from 0 - 100%
6Green
000 - 255 Green from 0 - 100%
7Blue
000 - 255 Blue from 0 - 100%
8Amber
000 - 255 Amber from 0 - 100 %
9Tilt speed
000 - 255 Tilt speed from fast to slow
10
Dimmer modes
000 - 050 Instant dimmer
051 - 100 Slow dimmer
101 - 255 Default behaviour
11
Shows
000 - 009 No function
010 - 048 Show 1
049 - 087 Show 2
088 - 126 Show 3
127 - 165 Show 4
166 - 204 Show 0
12
Show speed and music-sensitive mode
000 - 247 Increasing speed
248 - 255 Music-sensitive mode

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