Show Tec 50701 User manual

SM-16/2 V2
Highlite International B.V. –Vestastraat 2 –6468 EX –Kerkrade –the Netherlands
Ordercode: 50701
MANUAL
ENGLISH

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Table of contents
Warning ...............................................................................................................................................................................2
Unpacking Instructions.................................................................................................................................................2
Safety Instructions .........................................................................................................................................................2
Operating Determinations ..........................................................................................................................................3
Connection with the mains.........................................................................................................................................4
Return Procedure..........................................................................................................................................................4
Claims..............................................................................................................................................................................4
Description of the device.................................................................................................................................................5
Frontside..........................................................................................................................................................................5
Backside .........................................................................................................................................................................7
Installation...........................................................................................................................................................................7
Common Terms .............................................................................................................................................................8
Set Up and Operation .......................................................................................................................................................9
Resetting the System ....................................................................................................................................................9
Fixture Addressing .........................................................................................................................................................9
Physical Fader Assignment (optional setup) ...........................................................................................................9
Reverse Channel Output (optional setup) ............................................................................................................10
Fade Time Assignment (optional setup).................................................................................................................10
Programming....................................................................................................................................................................11
Entering Program Mode ............................................................................................................................................11
Create a Scene...........................................................................................................................................................11
Edit a Scene .................................................................................................................................................................11
Scene Copy .................................................................................................................................................................12
Delete a Scene ...........................................................................................................................................................12
Delete All Scenes ........................................................................................................................................................12
Bank Copy....................................................................................................................................................................12
Bank Delete..................................................................................................................................................................12
Chase Programming.......................................................................................................................................................13
Create a Chase ..........................................................................................................................................................13
Copy Bank Into Chase...............................................................................................................................................13
Adding a Step To a Chase........................................................................................................................................13
Delete a Scene/Step In a Chase.............................................................................................................................13
Delete a Chase ...........................................................................................................................................................13
Delete All Chase Programs .......................................................................................................................................13
Playback (Scenes) ..........................................................................................................................................................14
Manual Run Scene .....................................................................................................................................................14
Running in Sound-Mode ............................................................................................................................................14
Running in Auto-Mode...............................................................................................................................................14
Blackout........................................................................................................................................................................14
Playback (Chases)..........................................................................................................................................................15
Manual Run Chases ...................................................................................................................................................15
Auto Run Chases.........................................................................................................................................................15
Music Run Chases .......................................................................................................................................................15
Running Sequential Chases ......................................................................................................................................15
Midi Operation .................................................................................................................................................................16
Maintenance....................................................................................................................................................................17
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................................................................17
Product Specifications....................................................................................................................................................18

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Warning
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. 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:
Showtec SM-16/2
12V, 500mA DC power adapter (1,5 m)
User manual
Safety Instructions
Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device has to:
be qualified
follow the instructions of this manual
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 written 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.

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IMPORTANT:
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance 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.
Never leave any cables lying around.
Do not insert objects into air vents.
Do not open the device and do not modify the device.
Do not connect this device to a dimmerpack.
Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals, as this would reduce the device’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.
Only operate the device after having familiarized with its functions.
Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases.
Always keep case closed while operating.
Always 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 to time.
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 to 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. Device must be installed out of the reach of children. Never leave the unit running
unattended.
The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the SM-16/2. The manufacturer will not
accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device.
This device falls under protection class I. Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow/green
conductor to earth.
Repairs, servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician.
WARRANTY: Till one year after date of purchase.
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 meter.
The maximum ambient temperature ta = 40°C must never 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!

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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
PHASE
N
BLUE
BLACK
SILVER
NEUTRAL
YELLOW/GREEN
GREEN
GREEN
PROTECTIVE GROUND
Make sure that the device is always connected properly to the earth!
Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property!
Return Procedure
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 be refused. Highlite will not accept the returned goods or any responsibility.
Call Highlite 0031-455667723 or mail [e-mail] 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 to 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:
01) Your name.
02) Your address.
03) Your phone number.
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 merchandise.
It is the customer's 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 shipments 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.

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Description of the device
Features
The SM-16/2 is a light controller from Showtec and is equipped with the following features:
Universal DMX-512 controller
Controls up to 384 DMX channels; up to 12 intelligent lights with 32 channels each
30 banks of 8 scenes, a maximum of 240 scenes
30 banks of 6 chases, a maximum of 180 chases
Patch mode: each fixture has free assignable channels
Programmable speed and fade time
Reversible sliders
Sequential linking of chases
Re-assignable channels
Music-controlled, tap-sync and auto run
Polarity selector
Output connector: 3-pin/5-pin XLR female connectors
MIDI compatible
Weight: 4 kg
Frontside
Fig. 01
Dimensions:
535 x 235 x 95 mm (LxWxH)
4HE (4U) 19" rack mount

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01) Page A Indicator
LED indicates CH1~14 range selected.
02) Scene select buttons
Universal bump buttons representing scene location for storage and selection.
03) Channel faders
Press the respective scanner select button for adjusting DMX values - CH1~14 can be adjusted
immediately. CH17~30 - after pressing the Page select button.
04) Chase buttons
Chase memory 1 ~ 6; Press these buttons to activate the chase of programmed scenes.
05) LCD display
06) Midi/Add button
Press the button to activate MIDI external control and to confirm the record/save process.
07) Bank Up button
Press the Up button to select one out of the 30 banks.
08) Auto/Del button
Press the button to activate Music mode or to delete scenes or chases during programming.
09) Tapsync/Display button
Press the button to create a standard beat or to change the value mode between % and 0-255.
10) Speed fader
Move the fader to adjust the hold time of a scene or a step within a chase (range from 0.1 second to
10 minutes).
11) Fade Time fader
Move the fader to adjust the fade time. Fade time is the amount of time it takes for a scanner (or
scanners) to move from one position to another, for the dimmer to fade in or fade out.
12) Page B Indicator
LED indicates CH17~30 range selected.
13) Fixture select buttons
Press the buttons to select fixtures for setting, programming or recording.
14) Fixture indicator
LEDs indicate the currently selected fixtures.
15) Page select button
Press the button to select page between Page A (1-14) and Page B (17-30).
16) Page select LED indicator
17) Blackout button
18) Bank Down button
Press the Down button to select one out of the 30 banks.
19) Pan wheel
Turn the wheel to control the Pan of the scanner.
20) Music/Bank Copy button
Press the button to activate music mode or to copy, while programming.
21) Program button
22) Tilt wheel
Turn the wheel to control the Tilt of the scanner.

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Backside
Fig. 02
23) 3-pin DMX output connector
24) 5-pin DMX output connector
25) DMX polarity switch
Press the switch to change signal polarity.
26) MIDI input port
The port can be used for external triggering of banks, scenes, chases, and blackout using a MIDI
device.
27) DC input 12V, 500 mA
Power supply
28) Power switch ON/OFF
Installation
Remove all packing materials from the SM-16/2. Check if all foam and plastic padding is removed.
Connect 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.

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Common Terms
The following are common terms used in intelligent light programming.
Blackout is a state where all lighting fixtures’ light outputs are set to 0 or off, usually on a temporary basis.
DMX-512 is an industry standard digital communication protocol used in entertainment lighting
equipment. For more information, read sections “DMX Primer” and “DMX Control Mode” in the Appendix.
Fixture refers to your lighting instrument or other device such as a fogger or dimmer which you can
control.
Programs are a number of scenes arranged one after another. It can be programmed as either a single
scene or multiple scenes in sequence.
Scenes are static lighting states.
Sliders are also known as faders.
Chases can also be called programs. A chase consists of a number of scenes arranged one after
another.
Scanner refers to a lighting instrument with a pan and tilt mirror; however DMX controllers can use this
term to control any DMX-512 compatible device as a generic fixture.
MIDI is a standard for representing musical information in a digital format. A MIDI input would provide
external triggering of scenes using midi devices such as a MIDI keyboard.
Stand Alone refers to a fixture’s ability to function independently of an external controller and usually in
sync to music, due to a built in microphone.
Fade slider is used to adjust the fade time between scenes within a chase.
Speed slider affects the amount of time a scene will hold its state. It is also considered a wait time.
Shutter is a mechanical device in the lighting fixture that allows you to block the light’s path. It is often
used to decrease the intensity of the light output and to strobe.
Patching refers to the process of assigning faders to a DMX channel within a fixture.
Playbacks can be either scenes or chases that are directly called to execution by the user. A playback
can also be considered a program memory that can be recalled during a show.

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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 matches the product specification
voltage. Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 230V power, or vice versa.
Connect the device to the main power supply. The device can be sound-controlled as it is equipped
with a built-in microphone.
Resetting the System
Warning: this will reset the controller to its factory defaults. This will erase all programs and settings.
01) Turn off the unit.
02) Press and hold down the BANK UP and AUTO/DEL buttons.
03) Switch the unit on (while still holding down the BANK UP and AUTO/DEL buttons).
04) All LEDs will blink to indicate a successful reset. This process may take up to 30 seconds.
Warning: This will reset the controller to its factory defaults.
This will erase all programs and settings.
Fixture Addressing
The SM-16/2 is programmed to control 32 DMX channels per fixture. Therefore, the fixtures you wish to
control with the corresponding FIXTURE buttons on the unit must be spaced 32 channels apart from each
other (check the respective fixture’s manual for how to enter the information into the fixture).
Note: failure to use these DMX assignments may cause a lack of control of the fixtures.
Physical Fader Assignment (optional setup)
Use this feature to combine or unify fixture control attributes for different fixtures. For example; if you were
controlling 4 moving mirrors and 4 moving yokes - the color, gobo and dimmer channels may not line up
ideally on the physical faders. Use this function to re-assign the dimmer, color and gobo
channels to faders 1, 2 and 3. From now on you will be able to control the same attributes on all
fixtures using the same fader location.
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM & TAPSYNC buttons to access the channel assignment mode.
02) Press the FIXTURE button that represents the fixture whose faders you would like to re-assign.
03) Move the SPEED fader until you arrive at controller channel (number).
04) Move the FADE TIME fader to select the DMX channel.
05) Press the MIDI/ADD button to confirm your setting.
06) Repeat steps 3-5 as often as necessary. If you wish to copy a scanner’s physical assignments to
another scanner, follow steps 7-14. If you do not wish to do this, press and hold down the PROGRAM
& TAPSYNC buttons twice, to exit mode.
Example: Copying Scanner 1 to Scanner 2
07) Press and hold down the PROGRAM & TAPSYNC buttons together 1 time to access the channel
assignment mode.
08) Press and hold down FIXTURE button # 1.
09) While holding down button # 1, press FIXTURE button # 2.
10) While holding FIXTURE buttons # 1 and # 2, press and hold down the MIDI/ADD button.
11) Release FIXTURE button # 1 first, before releasing FIXTURE button # 2.
12) Release the MIDI/ADD button.
13) All FIXTURE LED indicators will flash to confirm a successful copy.
14) Press and hold down the PROGRAM & TAPSYNC buttons twice, to exit mode.
THE JOYSTICK IS PROGRAMMED TO CONTROL CHANNELS P1/P2 (X-AXIS) AND
T1/T2 (Y-AXIS) BY DEFAULT. FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR “PHYSICAL FADER
ASSIGNMENT” AND “REVERSE CHANNEL OUTPUT” TO RECONFIGURE THE
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Reverse Channel Output (optional setup)
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM & TAPSYNC buttons together twice, to access the channel
assignment mode, then press the FIXTURE button.
02) Move the SPEED fader until you arrive at the controller channel, which you wish to alter.
03) Move the FADE TIME fader all the way up until N changes to Y. If you wish to copy a scanner’s
reverse channel assignments to another scanner, continue by following steps 4-10. If you do not wish
to do this, press and hold down the PROGRAM & TAPSYNC buttons twice, to exit mode.
Example: Copying Scanner 1 into Scanner 2
04) Press and hold down FIXTURE button # 1.
05) While holding button # 1, press FIXTURE button # 2.
06) While holding FIXTURE buttons # 1 and # 2, press and hold down the MIDI/ADD button.
07) Release FIXTURE button # 1 first, before releasing FIXTURE button # 2.
08) Release the MIDI/ADD button.
09) All FIXTURE LED indicators will flash to confirm successful copy.
10) Press and hold down the PROGRAM & TAPSYNC buttons twice, to exit mode.
Fade Time Assignment (optional setup)
You can choose whether the board’s fade time (during scene execution) is implemented broadly to all
output channels or only to the Pan and Tilt movement channels. This is relevant because you will often
want gobos and colors to change quickly, while not affecting the movement of the light.
01) Turn OFF the controller.
02) Press and hold down the BLACKOUT and TAPSYNC buttons.
03) Turn ON the controller.
04) Press the TAPSYNC button to toggle between the two modes: all channels (A) or the selected
channels.
05) Press the MIDI/ADD button to save your settings. All LEDs will blink to confirm.

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Programming
A program (bank) is a sequence of different scenes (or steps) that will be called up one after another.
The SM-16/2 allows you to create up to 30 programs, each consisting of 8 scenes.
Entering Program Mode
Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds until PROGRAM is displayed. This indicates that
the user is in programming mode.
Create a Scene
A scene is a static lighting state. Scenes are stored in banks. There are 30 bank memories on the
controller and each bank can hold 8 scene memories. The SM-16/2 can save 240 scenes in total.
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds.
02) Select a FIXTURE to program.
03) Move the FADERS to adjust the devices’settings, such as colors and gobos. Press the PAGE SELECT
button to access Channels 17~32 on the faders.
04) To program another fixture, press the FIXTURE button corresponding with the fixture which you have
just programmed. Now press another FIXTURE button to program.
05) Repeat steps 2~4 until you have reached a satisfying result.
06) Move the SPEED and FADE faders to achieve the desired amount of time during which a scene will
be held in a chase (SPEED) and the amount of time allowed for the fixtures to move from one scene
to the next (FADE).
07) Tap the MIDI/ADD button.
08) Choose one BANK (01~30). Press the Up and Down arrow bank buttons to change if necessary.
09) Select the desired SCENE button to store. All LEDs will blink. The display will now display the bank and
the scene number that is stored.
10) Repeat steps 2-9 to record more scenes. (Read the notes below)
11) To exit program mode, press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds. The controller will
return to blackout, when exiting the programmer.
Notes:
Deselect BLACKOUT if LED is lit.
A FIXTURE button represents one lighting fixture.
You can access channels 17~32 by pressing the PAGE SELECT button. This is necessary for fixtures that
use more than 16 control channels. When switching pages, it will be necessary to move previously
moved faders up and down to activate.
Pressing the same FIXTURE button again will hold the parameters changed for that fixture in the
program scene.
There are 8 scenes available in each bank.
Edit a Scene
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds.
02) Locate the scene in the program BANK. Press the BANK UP/DOWN button to navigate through the
program banks.
03) Select the SCENE in the program BANK to edit.
04) Move FADERS to adjust the effects.
05) Press the MIDI/ADD button. Press the previously selected SCENE button again.
06) To exit program mode, press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds. The controller will
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Scene Copy
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds.
02) Locate the scene in the program BANK. Press the BANK UP/DOWN button to navigate through the
program banks.
03) Select the SCENE in the program BANK to copy.
04) Locate the destination scene in the program BANK. Press the BANK UP/DOWN button to navigate
through the program banks.
05) Press the MIDI/ADD button, then press the new SCENE button to copy to.
06) To exit program mode, press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds. The controller will
default to a BLACKOUT, when exiting program mode.
Delete a Scene
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds.
02) Locate the scene in the program bank. Press the BANK UP/DOWN buttons to navigate through
program banks.
03) Press and hold down the AUTO/DEL button and press the SCENE button, corresponding with the
scene which you want to delete.
04) To exit program mode, press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds. The controller will
default to a BLACKOUT, when exiting program mode.
Note: The action of deleting a scene is actually a value reset to 0 on all DMX channels available to the
scene memory. The physical location of the scene memory remains.
Delete All Scenes
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM and the BANK buttons, while you turn the controller Off.
Note: All scenes will be erased while resetting the controller.
Bank Copy
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds.
02) Locate the program BANK. Press the BANK UP/DOWN button to navigate through program banks.
03) Press and release the MIDI/ADD button.
04) Locate the destination program BANK. Press BANK UP/DOWN button to navigate through the
program banks.
05) Press the MUSIC/BANK-COPY button to complete copying.
Bank Delete
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds.
02) Locate the bank you want to delete. Press the AUTO/DEL and MUSIC/BANK-COPY buttons at the
same time to delete the bank.
Note: All LEDs will flash to indicate a successful deletion.

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Chase Programming
A chase is created by using previously created scenes. Scenes become steps in a chase and can be
arranged in any order you choose. It is highly recommended that prior to programming chases for the
first time; you delete all chases from memory. See “Delete All Chase Programs” for more information (see
page 13).
Create a Chase
A Chase can contain 240 scenes as steps. The terms “steps”and “scenes”are used interchangeably.
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds.
02) Press the CHASE (1~6) button which you wish to program.
03) Change the BANK,if necessary to locate a scene.
04) Select the desired SCENE which you want to insert.
05) Tap the MIDI/ADD button to store your setting. All LEDs will flash 3 times.
06) Repeat steps 3-5 to add additional steps in the chase. You can record up to 240 steps.
07) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds to save the chase.
Copy Bank Into Chase
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds to enter programming mode.
02) Select the BANK to be copied by pressing the BANK UP/DOWN buttons.
03) Press and hold down the MUSIC/BANK COPY and the MIDI/ADD buttons to copy.
04) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds to exit programming mode.
Adding a Step To a Chase
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds to enter programming mode.
02) Press the desired CHASE (1~6) button.
03) Press the TAPSYNC/Display button and the display will show the scene and bank number. This will be
the scene, which you will be adding (STEP LED must be on),
04) Press the BANK UP/DOWN buttons to scroll through the chase and arrive at the step number, which
you would like to add or append a scene/step to.
05) Press the MIDI/ADD button and one step number will be added to the previously displayed step
number.
06) Press the SCENE button that corresponds to the scene to be copied.
07) Press the MIDI/ADD button again to add a new step.
08) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds to exit programming mode.
Delete a Scene/Step In a Chase
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds to enter programming mode.
02) Press the desired CHASE (1~6) button that contains the scene to be deleted.
03) Press the TAPSYNC/DISPLAY button to switch the LED display to steps.
04) Select the scene/step to be deleted by pressing the BANK UP/DOWN buttons.
05) Press the AUTO/DEL button and the respective SCENE button and then release to delete the
step/scene. All LEDs will flash.
06) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds to exit.
Delete a Chase
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds to enter programming mode.
02) Press the CHASE button (1~6) to be deleted.
03) Press and hold down the AUTO DEL button and the respective CHASE button, then release to delete
the chase. All LEDs will flash.
Note: Scenes will remain programmed on the controller. Only the chase is affected.
Delete All Chase Programs
CAUTION! This procedure will result in irrevocable loss of chase step memory.
The individual scenes and program banks will be preserved.
01) Press and hold down the BANK DOWN button and the AUTO DEL button while turning OFF the
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Playback (Scenes)
Press and hold down the FIXTURE button (corresponding with the number of the scene you want to run)
and press the AUTO DEL button to release the scene buttons.
Manual Run Scene
When power is first turned ON, the controller will be in manual scene mode. Make sure that the display
shows MANUAL.
01) Press the BANK UP/DOWN button to select the program bank that stores the scene which you want
to run manually.
02) Press the SCENE button to run.
Note: If you are in programming mode, you can also press and hold down the PROGRAM button until the
display shows MANUAL again. Manual mode will override running programmes/chases.
Running in Sound-Mode
01) Press the MUSIC/BANK-COPY button, until the display shows MUSIC.
02) Change bank programs by pressing the BANK UP/DOWN button, if necessary.
03) Press the MUSIC/BANK-COPY button to exit.
Note: In sound-mode, programs will be triggered by sound using the unit’s built-in microphone. All scenes
in a bank will chase.
Running in Auto-Mode
01) Press and hold down the AUTO DEL button until the display shows AUTO.
02) Change BANK programs by pressing the BANK UP/DOWN buttons, if necessary.
03) You can adjust the time between steps by moving the SPEED fader. You can also change the
duration of the step –by moving the FADE TIME fader.
04) While in operation, you can also change banks by pressing the BANK UP/DOWN button.
05) Programs will be playbacked, as stored in the controller’s memory.
06) If you want to manually override a fixture channel value, select the fixture and change the value by
moving the sliders. Release the override by pressing and holding down the AUTO DEL button and
pressing the corresponding FIXTURE button.
Notes:
In auto-mode, programs will be triggered by the controller’s fade and speed time, set on the faders.
All scenes in a bank will chase.
Caution! The fade setting should never be slower than the speed setting or the scene will never
complete execution.
To revert the programmed speed and fade time, tap the program button.
Blackout
01) The BLACKOUT button brings all lighting output to 0 or off (also called the home position of the unit).

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Playback (Chases)
Press and hold down the FIXTURE button (corresponding with the number of the chase you want to run)
and press the AUTO DEL button to release the chase buttons.
Manual Run Chases
This function allows the user to manually step through each individual step in a chase.
01) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds to enter programming mode.
02) Start a chase by pressing any of the CHASE buttons (1~6).
03) Press the TAPSYNC/DISPLAY button to manually step through the chase.
04) Press the BANK buttons to scroll through the chases.
05) Press and hold down the PROGRAM button for 3 seconds to exit programming mode.
Auto Run Chases
01) Press any of the CHASE buttons (1~6).
02) Press and release the AUTO DEL button. The corresponding LED will blink.
03) Adjust the SPEED and FADE TIME faders until you reach satisfying results.
04) You can override the speed and fade time by tapping the TAPSYNC/DISPLAY button 3 times.
The chase will now run on the interval time of the taps.
Caution! The fade setting should never be slower than the speed setting or the scene will never complete
execution.
Music Run Chases
01) Press any of the CHASE buttons (1~6).
02) Press and release the MUSIC/BANK COPY buttons. The corresponding LED will blink on the display.
03) Your chase will now be triggered by sound.
Running Sequential Chases
01) Press either the AUTO DEL or the MUSIC BANK COPY button to select the trigger mode.
02) Press the CHASE button for each chase you wish to playback.
03) Adjust the chase speed by moving the SPEED fader.
Notes: Chases must already be programmed. The chases will run in the order of pressing.

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Midi Operation
The controller will only respond to MIDI commands on the MIDI channel when it is set to full stop.
All MIDI control is performed by using note on commands. All other MIDI instructions are ignored. In order
to stop a chase, send the blackout on note.
01) Press and hold down the MIDI/ADD button until the third and fourth digits on the display blink.
02) Select the MIDI control channel (1-16) via the BANK UP/DOWN buttons to set.
03) Press and hold down the MIDI/ADD button to store midi setup settings.
MIDI NOTE
FUNCTION (TURN ON/OFF)
00 to 07 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 1
08 to 15 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 2
16 to 23 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 3
24 to 31 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 4
32 to 39 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 5
40 to 47 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 6
48 to 55 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 7
56 to 63 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 8
64 to 71 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 9
72 to 79 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 10
80 to 87 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 11
88 to 95 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 12
96 to 103 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 13
104 to 111 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 14
112 to 119 Scenes
1~8 in BANK 15
120 Chase 1
121 Chase 2
122 Chase 3
123 Chase 4
124 Chase 5
125 Chase 6
126 BLACKOUT

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Maintenance
The operator has to make sure that safety-related and machine-technical installations are to be
inspected by an expert after every year in the course of an acceptance test.
The operator has to make sure that safety-related 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:
01) All screws used for installing the device or parts of the device have to be tightly connected and
must not be corroded.
02) There may not be any deformations on housings, fixations and installation spots.
03) The electric power supply cables must not show any damages or material fatigue.
The Showtec SM-16/2 requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean.
Disconnect the mains power supply, and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in
liquid. Do not use alcohol or solvents.
Keep connections clean. Disconnect electric power, and then wipe the DMX and audio connections
with a damp cloth. Make sure that the connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or
supplying electric power.
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.
Showtec SM-16/2
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.
01) Fixture does not respond to controller: Check the DMX-address of the fixture and the controller.
Make sure they match. Make sure the connections are correct. Check if blackout is off.
02) Interference between chases; If the same channel has been assigned to different running chases,
the one with the highest channel value will be put out.
03) Note: when in programming mode, as long as the LED indicator is lit, the value will be stored, even if
the value is zero.
04) Except for the channels assigned to the jog wheels and the channels set with slope, slope is not
assigned to the other channels.
05) For the master controlled channels, the master sliders are only valid when the dimmer buttons are
activated (LED indicator is on). If some channels cannot be controlled, please check if they are
assigned to the master control.
06) If the device does not operate properly, unplug the device.
07) Check power from the wall, all cables, the fuse, the settings (return to default), etc.
08) If all of the above appears to be O.K., plug the unit in again.
09) If nothing happens after 30 seconds, unplug the device.
10) Return the device to your Showtec dealer.

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Product Specifications
Model:
SM-16/2
Input Voltage:
DC 12V, 500mA (power adapter is included)
Dimensions:
535 x 235 x 95 mm (LxWxH)
4HE (4U) 19" rack mount
Weight:
4 kg
Features:
Controls up to 384 DMX channels; up to 12 intelligent lights with 32 channels each
30 banks of 8 scenes, a maximum of 240 scenes
30 banks of 6 chases containing 180 chases
Patch mode: Each fixture has free assignable channels
Programmable speed and fade time
Reversible sliders
Sequential linking of chases
Re-assignable channels
Music-controlled, tap-sync and auto run
Polarity selector
Output connector: 3-pin/5-pin XLR female
MIDI compatible
Housing:
Grey Metal & Flame-retardant plastic
Connections:
Power adapter & Data connector
Max. ambient temperature ta:
40°C
Minimum distance:
Minimum distance to lighted object:
1 m
Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Website: www.Showtec.info
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