Show Tec Eventspot 1900 MKII User manual

Eventspot 1900 mkII
ORDERCODE 42717
Highlite International B.V.
Vestastraat 2
6468 EX Kerkrade
The Netherlands
Phone: [phone]

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Congratulations!
You have bought a great, innovative product from Showtec.
The Showtec Eventspot 1900 mkII brings excitement to any venue. Whether you want simple plug-&-
play action or a sophisticated DMX show, this product provides the effect you need.
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Thank you!

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Showtec
Showtec Eventspot 1900 mkII™Product Guide
Warning...................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................................................ 3
Operating Determinations ................................................................................................................................. 5
Return Procedure................................................................................................................................................. 5
Claims .................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Description of the device........................................................................................................................................ 6
Optional accessories........................................................................................................................................... 6
DMX Channel Summary ..................................................................................................................................... 7
Overview ............................................................................................................................................................... 8
Installation ................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Set Up and Operation.............................................................................................................................................. 9
Operating position............................................................................................................................................... 9
Charging the built in battery............................................................................................................................ 10
Fixture Linking...................................................................................................................................................... 10
Data Cabling...................................................................................................................................................... 10
Control Modes.................................................................................................................................................... 11
One Eventspot 1900 mkII (Built-in Programs).............................................................................................11
Multiple Eventspots (Master/Slave control)............................................................................................... 11
Multiple Eventspots (Wireless DMX Control) .............................................................................................. 11
Multiple Eventspots (DMX Control) ............................................................................................................. 11
Control Panel...................................................................................................................................................... 13
DMX Control Mode............................................................................................................................................ 13
DMX Addressing.................................................................................................................................................13
Menu overview .................................................................................................................................................. 14
Main Menu Options ...................................................................................................................................... 16
Creating a static color ................................................................................................................................. 16
Activating an Auto Program ....................................................................................................................... 17
DMX 512 Address...........................................................................................................................................17
Run Mode............................................................................................................................................................17
Personality.......................................................................................................................................................18
Changing the Settings.................................................................................................................................. 18
Edit Custom ....................................................................................................................................................19
White Settings................................................................................................................................................. 20
Making a custom white color...................................................................................................................... 20
WDMX Settings...............................................................................................................................................20
Keylock settings .............................................................................................................................................21
DMX Channels.................................................................................................................................................... 22
DMX Control TOUR ........................................................................................................................................22
DMX Control ARC1........................................................................................................................................23
DMX Control ARC1+D...................................................................................................................................23
DMX Control ARC1+S.................................................................................................................................... 24
DMX Control HSV........................................................................................................................................... 24
DMX Control BLOCK...................................................................................................................................... 24
Maintenance........................................................................................................................................................... 24
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................................................... 24
No Light ...............................................................................................................................................................24
No Response to DMX......................................................................................................................................... 25
Product Specification ............................................................................................................................................ 26

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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:
• Eventspot 1900 mkII
• User manual
LED Expected Lifespan
LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time. HEAT is the 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 lifespan of 40,000 to 50,000
hours will be achieved under normal operational conditions. If improving on this lifespan 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.
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.
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.
CAUTION! Be careful with your operations.
With a dangerous voltage you can suffer
a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires!
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP!

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Never remove warning or informative labels from the unit.
Never use anything to cover the ground contact of the (optional) battery charger.
Never look directly into the light source.
Never leave any cables lying around.
Never use the device during thunderstorms, unplug the device immediately.
Never leave various parts of the packaging (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, nails, etc.) within
children’s reach, as they are potential sources of danger.
Do not insert objects into air vents.
Do not open the device and do not modify the device.
Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals, as this would reduce the system’s life.
Only operate the device after having familiarized with its functions.
Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases.
Always allow free air space of at least 50 cm around the unit for ventilation.
Make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust.
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, switch off the device. 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. The 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 Eventspot 1900 mkII. The
manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect
installation of this device.
Repairs, servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician.
WARRANTY: Till one year after date of purchase.
CAUTION ! EYEDAMAGES !.
Avoid looking directly into the light source.
(meant especially for epileptics) !

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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 ta= 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!
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 [email protected] 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:
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 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
The Eventspot 1900 mkII is a wireless LED Eventspot from Showtec.
Features
Compact and lightweight
RGBA color mixing
Sealed battery (12 hours at full RGB on)
For (temporary) outdoor use
Ideal for all kinds of events and a true leader in his class
3 in 1 RGB LED’s combined with dedicated high class optics ensuring a bright and well defined
beam
Adjustable projection angle
Rain cover is separately available
LED Qty.: 12 X RGB
Input Voltage (battery charger): 100~240 VA, 50/60Hz
Power consumption at full output: 45W
Output (Lumens): 800+
Lux@2m: 2200+
Maximum projection distance: 20m
Dimmer: 0-100%
Strobe: 0-20Hz
Bean angle: 16 degrees
Battery storage: 24Ah
Battery run time: 12 hours at full RGBA on
Battery charging cycle: 12 hours
Control: On-board: Display for Auto, Static color
Control Protocol: DMX512 via wireless/ DMX512
Control Personality: Tour, Arc1, Arc1+D, Arc1+S, HSV, Block (12CHS/ 3CHS/ 4CHS/ 5CHS/ 3CH/ 6CHS)
Dimensions: 198,5 x 198,5 x 341,9 mm
Weight: 14 Kg
Housing: Stainless steel
Lens Plate: Tempered glass
Fixture Connection: Data in/out, Power in
Cooling: Convection
IP44(temporary event)
Operation Temperature: -20°C ~50°C
Note: Knowledge of DMX is required to fully utilize this unit.
Optional accessories
42719 Charger for Eventspot 1900 mkII
42718 Flightcase for Eventspot 1900 mkII
50231 Wireless DMX transmitter

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DMX Channel Summary
TOUR
Channel
Description
1
Master Dimmer
2
Module 1red
3
Module 1 green
4
Module 1 blue
5
Module 2 red
6
Module 2 green
7
Module 2 blue
8
Color macro
9
White
10
Auto programs
11
Auto speed adjustment
12
Dimmer Speed
ARC1
Channel
Description
1
Red
2
Green
3
Blue
ARC1+D
Channel
Description
1
Master Dimmer
2
Red
3
Green
4
Blue
ARC1+S
Channel
Description
1
Master Dimmer
2
Red
3
Green
4
Blue
5
Strobe
HSV
Channel
Description
1
Hue
2
Saturation
3
Value
BLOCK
Channel
Description
1
Module 1 Red
2
Module 1 Green
3
Module 1 Blue
4
Module 2 Red
5
Module 2 Green
6
Module 2 Blue

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Overview
Fig. 1
1) Power on/off button + built in LED
Push and hold the power button for 3 seconds to switch the Eventspot 1900 mkII on or off. If the
battery needs to be charged, the LED will start blinking. If the battery is empty, the LED will dim.
2) 40W RGBA LED
3) Wireless DMX receiver
4) Battery charger socket
5) Height adjustable foot
You change the height of this foot to change the operating position of the Eventspot (max angle
10°). See the next page.
6) Power on/off switch
Use this switch to switch the Eventspot of if you’re not using the Eventspot for more than 7 days.
7) Power LED
8) Control panel
See page 13.
9) Adjustable foot release handle
10) DMX signal connector (OUT) 3-pin
11) DMX signal connector (IN) 3-pin

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Installation
Remove all packing materials from the Eventspot 1900 mkII. Check that 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.
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.
Operating position
Fig. 2

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Charging the built in battery
1. In order to charge the battery, you need either the optional 42719, Charger for Eventspot 1900 mkII
or the optional 42718 flightcase with built in chargers.
2. Turn off the power on/off (6) switch.
3. Place the Eventspot on the charger.
4. While the battery is charging, the red LED in the power on/off (1) button will light.
5. When the battery is fully charged, the red LED in the power on/off (1) button will dim.
Important!
•Do not charge for more than 24 hours.
•Recharge within 3 days of use.
•When charging your Eventspot in the flightcase, make sure that the flightcase is open.
•Store with full load.
•Turn of the power on/off (6) switch at the rear when storing for more than 7 days.
•Store in an upright position.
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.
The Eventspot 1900 mkII uses up to 15 channels.
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 LED Pars on a DMX data link: 30 fixtures
@ 220V: 12 units may be connected in series
@120V: 6 units may be connected in series
Data Cabling
To 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
•DAP Audio Basic microphone cable for allround use. bal. XLR/M 3 p. > XLR/F 3 p.
Ordercode: FL01150 (1,5m.), FL013 (3m.), FL016 (6m.), FL0110 (10m.), FL0115 (15m.), FL0120 (20m.).
• 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.).

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Control Modes
There are 3 modes: • Select built-in programs
• Master/Slave
• DMX512
One Eventspot 1900 mkII (Built-in Programs)
When the Eventspot 1900 mkII is not connected by a DMX-cable and Wireless DMX is switched off, it
functions as a stand-alone device. See page 16/17 for more information about the built-in programs.
Multiple Eventspots (Master/Slave control)
Use a 3-p XLR cable to connect the Eventspot 1900 mkII.
The pins:
1. Earth
2. Signal -
3. Signal +
1. Link the units as shown in (Fig. 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. You
can use the same functions on the master device as described on page 16/17 (Built-in Programs).
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 Eventspots (Master/Slave control)
DMX SLAVE SLAVE SLAVE
Fig. 4
Multiple Eventspots (Wireless DMX Control)
Make sure, the Eventspot is in WDMX mode. See page 20 for more details.
Multiple Eventspots (DMX Control)
Make sure, the Eventspot is not in WDMX mode. See page 20 for more details.
Use a 3-p XLR cable to connect the Eventspot(s) and other devices.

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1. Link the units as shown in (figure 5), 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.
2. Supply electric power: Plug electric mains power cords into each unit's IEC socket, then plug the
other end of the mains power cord into proper electric power supply sockets, starting with the first
unit. Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly.
Multiple Eventspots DMX Set Up with individual DMX addressing
DMX address 1 DMX Address 13 DMX Address 25 DMX Address 37
(TR16) (TR16) (TR16) (TR16)
Fig. 5
Note: Link all cables before connecting electric power
The Eventspot 1900 mkII has a total of 9 DMX channel configurations, referred to as Personalities.
The 9 personalities are [TOUR, ARC1, ARC1+D,ARC1+S, BLOCK].
Each of the different personalities can be accessed from the control panel.

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Control Panel
Fig. 6
A. WDMX indicator LED D.Enter Button
B. Display E. Up Button
C. Menu Button F. Down Button
DMX Control Mode
The fixtures are individually addressed on a data-link and connected to the controller. When a DMX
signal is present, a “point” behind the last digit will blink. 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 Eventspot 1900 mkII will respond to the controller. Please note when
you use the controller, the unit has up to 12 channels (in TOUR mode). I.e.: When using multiple
Eventspot 1900 mkII in TOUR mode, make sure you set the DMX addresses right. Therefore, the DMX
address of the first Eventspot 1900 mkII should be 1(001); the DMX address of the second Eventspot
1900 mkII should be 1+12=13; the DMX address of the third Eventspot 1900 mkII should be 13+12=25,
etc. Please, be sure that you don’t have any overlapping channels in order to control each Eventspot
1900 mkII correctly. If two or more Eventspot 1900 mkII’s are addressed similarly, they will work similarly.
Controlling: After having addressed all Eventspot 1900 mkII’s, you may now start operating these via
your lighting controller. Note: After switching on, the Eventspot 1900 mkII will automatically detect
whether DMX 512 data is received or not. If there is no data received at the DMX-input, the “point“
behind the last digit will dim. The problem may be:
•The XLR cable from the controller is not connected with the input of the Eventspot.
•The controller is switched off or defective, the cable or connector is detective, or the signal wires are
swapped in the input connector.
Note: It’s necessary to insert a XLR termination plug (with 120 Ohm) in the last fixture in order to ensure
proper transmission on the DMX data link.

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Menu overview

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Main Menu Options
Press the up (E)/down (F) buttons or the menu (C) button to navigate through the 11 menus:
Creating a static color
1. Select the STAT menu and press the enter (D) button.
2. Use the up (E)/down (F) buttons you change the static colors (Red, Green, Blue, White or the strobe
speed (0-20Hz).
3. Press the menu (C) button to go 1 step back.
You can combine RED, GREEN and BLUE to create an infinite range of colors (0-255).
Red Blue
Set the value of the red LEDs (0-255). Set the value of the blue LEDs (0-255).
Green Strobe
Set the value of the green LEDs (0-255). Set the value of the flash (0-20Hz).

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Activating an Auto Program
1. Select the AUTO menu and press the enter (D) button.
2. Use the up (E)/ down (F) buttons to select an auto program (AT.01-10) or a custom program (PR.01-
10).
3. Press enter (D) after selecting the desired auto program. You can set up the auto speed of the 10
built-in programs between 000-255. You can also edit 10 custom programs.
DMX 512 Address
1. Select the ADDR menu and press the enter (D) button.
2. Use the up (E)/ down (F) buttons to set the DMX address. You can choose your DMX address
between 001-512.
Run Mode
1. Select the RUN menu and press the enter (D) button.
2. Use the up (E)/ down (F) button to select the desired working mode:
•DMX mode is used when working with a DMX512 controller to control the Eventspot or use the
Eventspot as master during a Master –Slave operation.
•SLAVE mode is for using the device as a slave during a Master-Slave operation.
When the fixtures are in Auto program operation, the RUN MODE does not work.

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Personality
1. Select the PERS menu and press the enter (D) button.
2. Use the up (E)/ down (F) buttons to select a DMX mode:
TOUR: 12 channels
ARC1: 3 channels
AR1+D: 4 channels
AR1+S: 5 channels
HSV: 3 channels
BLOCK 6 channels
Changing the Settings
1. Select the SET menu and press the enter (D) button.
Uploading a program from the current master device
2. Use the up (E)/ down (F) to select the UPLD menu in the master device.
3. Press the enter (D) button, now the display will show PASS.
4. Enter the password by pressing up (E) -> down (F) -> up (E) -> down (F).
5. Press the enter (D) button to start uploading. While uploading, the display will show SEND.
6. When the system is finished uploading, the display will show END.
Restoring to factory settings
7. Use the up (E)/ down (F) to select the REST menu.
8. Press the enter (D) button, now the display will show PASS.
9. Enter the password by pressing up (E) -> down (F) -> up (E) -> down (F).
10.Press the enter (D) button to restore the device to the factory settings.
11.When the system is finished the display will show END.

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DIM mode setting
11.Use the up (E)/ down (F) to select the DIMX menu. Press the enter (D) button.
12.Use the up (E)/ down (F) to select DIM1 - DIM4 or OFF:
When DMXW is set to OFF, the RGBW dimmer and the master dimmer are linear. DIM1-4 are speed
modes of the non linear dimmer. DIM1 is the fastest and DIM4 is the slowest. The DIMX setting has no
effect in TOUR mode.
Color setting
13.Use the up (E)/ down (F) to select the COLOmenu. Press the enter (D) button.
14.Use the up (E)/ down (F) to select OFF, RGBW, UC:
OFF: On RGB = 255,255,255, the RGB values are not adjusted and the output is most powerful.
RGBW: On RGB = 255, 255, 255. The color is displayed as you have calibrated the specific color in
menu CAL2->RGBW.
UC: RGB output is adjusted to a standard preset universal color. This way, different versions of
Eventspot 1900 mkII’s are color balanced to match each other.
Battery life setting
15.Use the up (E)/ down (F) to select the LIFE menu. Press the enter (D) button.
16.Use the up (E)/ down (F) to select either LONG or NORM mode. Select LONG for an extended
battery life of 12 hours or NORM for 10 hours of maximum power operation.
Edit Custom
1. Select the EDIT menu and press the enter (D) button.
2. Use the up (E)/ down (F) to select a custom program for editing.
•Each custom program has 30 steps, which can be edited.
•Each step allows the creation of a scene using RED, GREEN, BLUE, STROBE, TIME & FADE.
3. Press the enter (D) button to edit a custom program.
4. Use the enter (D)/ up (E)/ down (F) buttons to edit each step.