Show Tec Spectral M400 User manual

Spectral M400 V1
Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands
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MANUAL
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Table of contents
Warning ...............................................................................................................................................................................3
Safety Instructions.........................................................................................................................................................3
Operating Determinations..........................................................................................................................................5
Rigging............................................................................................................................................................................5
Connection with the mains.........................................................................................................................................6
Return Procedure..........................................................................................................................................................7
Claims..............................................................................................................................................................................7
Description of the device.................................................................................................................................................8
Frontside..........................................................................................................................................................................8
Backside .........................................................................................................................................................................9
Installation...........................................................................................................................................................................9
Set Up and Operation.......................................................................................................................................................9
Control Modes.............................................................................................................................................................10
One Spectral (Static Colors)..................................................................................................................................10
One Spectral (Built-in programs) ..........................................................................................................................10
Multiple Spectrals (Master/Slave control)...........................................................................................................10
Multiple Spectrals (DMX Control)..........................................................................................................................11
Fixture Linking...............................................................................................................................................................12
Data Cabling...............................................................................................................................................................12
Control Panel...............................................................................................................................................................13
Control Mode ..............................................................................................................................................................13
DMX Addressing..........................................................................................................................................................13
Menu Overview...........................................................................................................................................................14
Main Menu Options....................................................................................................................................................15
1. Static Colors..........................................................................................................................................................15
2. Built-in programs ..................................................................................................................................................16
3. Master/Slave Mode.............................................................................................................................................16
4. DMX-512 Mode ....................................................................................................................................................16
5. DMX channel modes..........................................................................................................................................16
6. Edit Mode..............................................................................................................................................................17
6.1. How to make your own custom program...................................................................................................17
7. Settings...................................................................................................................................................................18
7.1. Upload................................................................................................................................................................18
7.2. Reset ...................................................................................................................................................................18
7.3. Color ...................................................................................................................................................................18
7.4. Dimmer...............................................................................................................................................................18
7.5. Dimming curve settings...................................................................................................................................19
7.6. DMX Error............................................................................................................................................................19
7.7. Settings Lock......................................................................................................................................................19
7.8. Strobe Settings...................................................................................................................................................19
8. Calibration............................................................................................................................................................20
8.1. White color calibration....................................................................................................................................20
8.2. RGB calibration.................................................................................................................................................20
8.3. Calibration reset...............................................................................................................................................20
9. Safety Lock ...........................................................................................................................................................20
DMX Channels.............................................................................................................................................................21
9 channels (TOUR) ...................................................................................................................................................21
13 channels (TR16)...................................................................................................................................................22
3 channels (ARC1)...................................................................................................................................................24
4 channels (AR1.D)..................................................................................................................................................25
5 channels (AR1.S)...................................................................................................................................................25
3 channels (HSV)......................................................................................................................................................25
Maintenance....................................................................................................................................................................26
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Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................................................................26
No Light.........................................................................................................................................................................26
No Response to DMX..................................................................................................................................................26
Product Specifications....................................................................................................................................................28
Dimensions........................................................................................................................................................................29
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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 Spectral M400
•
PowerCON power cable (1,5 m)
•Safety cable
•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. If improving the lifespan is of 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
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Before the 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 contained 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.
•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 lift the fixture holding it by the projector-head, as the mechanics may be damaged. Always
hold the fixture by the transport handles.
•Never place any material over the lens.
•Never look directly into the light source.
•Never leave any cables lying around.
•Do not connect this device to a dimmerpack.
•Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals, as this will reduce the device’s life.
•Do not touch the device’s housing bare-handed during its operation (housing becomes very hot).
Allow the fixture to cool for at least 5 minutes before handling.
•Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
•Only use the device indoors, avoid contact with water or other liquids.
•Only operate the fixture after having checked if 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 the case closed while operating.
•Always allow a free air space of at least 50 cm around the unit for ventilation.
•Always disconnect power from the mains, when device is not used or before cleaning! Only handle
the power cord holding it 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 the lens is obviously damaged, it has to be replaced.
•If device was 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 the 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 fixture must be installed beyond the reach of children. Never leave the unit
running unattended.
•Never attempt to bypass the thermostatic switch or fuses.
•The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the Spectral. 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.
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•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 bigger 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!
Rigging
Please follow the European and national guidelines concerning 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:
•If the projector is lowered from the ceiling or high joists, professional trussing systems have to be used.
•Use a clamp to mount the projector, with the mounting bracket, to the trussing system.
•The projector must never be fixed swinging freely in the room.
•The installation must always be secured with a safety attachment, e.g. an appropriate safety net or
safety cable.
•When rigging, derigging or servicing the projector, always make sure, that the area below the
installation site is secured and that there are not any unauthorized people around.
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The Spectral can be placed on a flat stage floor or mounted to any kind of truss with a clamp.
Improper installation can cause serious injuries and/or damage of property!
Connection with the mains
Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug.
Always check if 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 properly connected to the earth!
Improper installation can cause serious injuries and/or damage of property!
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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 report 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
agreed otherwise in writing.
Complaints against us must be prepared in writing or sent 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 from which the obligation is resulting.
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Description of the device
Features
The Spectral M400 is a LED fixture with high output and great effects.
•Input voltage: 100-240V AC, 60/50Hz
•Power consumption: 24W
•Light source: 7 x 3W RGB LED
•Light output: 561 lumen
•Color range: 16,7 million additive colors
•Control protocol: DMX-512
•DMX personalities: 9, 13, 3, 3, 4, 5 channels
•4-digit LED display
•Peak intensity: 4837 cd
•Dimmer: 0-100%
•Strobe: 0-20Hz
•Beam Angle: 16°
•Control: Static Colors, Auto, Master/Slave, DMX-512
•Housing: Die-cast aluminum
•Connections: Neutrik Powercon IN/OUT, 3 & 5-pin XLR IN/OUT
•Cooling: Convection
•IP Rating: IP20
•Dimensions: 175 x 220 x 270 mm (LxWxH)
•Weight: 3,5 kg
Frontside
Fig. 01
01) 7 x 3W RGB LED
02) Adjustment screw
03) Mounting brackets with inclination screw
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Backside
Fig. 02
04) Safety eye
05) 3-pin DMX signal connector IN
06) 5-pin DMX signal connector IN
07) PowerCON power connector 100-240V IN
08) 4-digit LED display + menu buttons
09) PowerCON power connector 100-240V OUT
10) 5-pin DMX signal connector OUT
11) 3-pin DMX signal connector OUT
Installation
Remove all packing materials from the Spectral M400. 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.
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.
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Control Modes
There are 4 modes:
•Static Colors (Manual)
•Built-in programs (Auto)
•Master/Slave
•DMX-512 (9CH, 13CH, 3CH, 3CH, 4CH, 5CH)
One Spectral (Static Colors)
01) Fasten the effect light to a firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation.
02) Plug the end of the electric mains power cord into a proper electric power supply socket.
03) When the Spectral is not connected with a DMX cable, it functions as a stand-alone device.
Please see page 15 for more information about the static colors.
One Spectral (Built-in programs)
04) Fasten the effect light to a firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation.
05) Plug the end of the electric mains power cord into a proper electric power supply socket.
06) When the Spectral is not connected with a DMX cable, it functions as a stand-alone device.
Please see page 16 for more information about the built-in programs.
Multiple Spectrals (Master/Slave control)
01) Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation.
02) Use a 3-pin/5-pin XLR cable to connect the Spectral.
The pins:
01) Earth
02) Signal -
03) Signal +
03) Link the units as shown in fig. 03. Connect the first unit's DMX "out" socket with the second unit's "in"
socket, using a DMX-signal cable. Repeat this process to link the second, third, and fourth units.
You can use the same functions on the master device as described on pages 15-16 (Static colors or
Built-in programs). This means that you can set your desired operation mode on the master device
and all slave devices will react the same as the master device.
Multiple Spectrals (Master/Slave control)
Fig. 03
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Multiple Spectrals (DMX Control)
01) Fasten the effect light to a firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation.
02) Always use a safety cable (ordercode 70140 / 70141).
03) Use a 3-pin/5-pin XLR cable to connect the Spectrals and other devices.
04) Link the units as shown in fig. 04. Connect the first unit's DMX "out" socket with the second unit's "in"
socket, using a DMX-signal cable. Repeat this process to link the second, third, and fourth units.
05) Supply electric power: Plug electric mains power cords into each unit's PowerCON 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 Spectrals DMX Set Up
Fig. 04
Note : Link all cables before connecting electric power
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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 of 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 a 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 fixtures on a DMX data link: 30 fixtures
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a power link: @110V: 25 fixtures
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a power link: @240V: 48 fixtures
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 DMX Data Cables
•DAP Audio Basic microphone cable for allround use. bal. XLR/M 3-pin > XLR/F 3-pin.
Ordercode FL01150 (1,5 m), FL013 (3 m), FL016 (6 m), FL0110 (10 m), FL0115 (15 m), FL0120 (20 m).
•DAP Audio X-type data cable XLR/M 3-pin > XLR/F 3-pin. Ordercode FLX0175 (0,75 m),
FLX01150 (1,5 m), FLX013 (3 m), FLX016 (6 m), FLX0110 (10 m).
•DAP Audio cable for the demanding user with exceptional audio-qualities and connector made by
Neutrik®. Ordercode FL71150 (1,5 m), FL713 (3 m), FL716 (6 m), FL7110 (10 m).
•DAP Audio cable for the demanding user with exceptional audio-qualities and connector made by
Neutrik®. Ordercode FL7275 (0,75 m), FL72150 (1,5 m), FL723 (3 m), FL726 (6 m), FL7210 (10 m).
•DAP Audio 110 Ohm cable with digital signal transmission. Ordercode FL0975 (0,75 m),
FL09150 (1,5 m), FL093 (3 m), FL096 (6 m), FL0910 (10 m), FL0915 (15 m), FL0920 (20 m).
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The Spectral M400 can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand-
alone mode.
Control Panel
A) LED display
B) MENU button
C) ENTER button
D) UP button
E) DOWN button
Fig. 05
Control Mode
The fixtures are individually addressed on a data-link and connected to the controller.
The fixtures respond to the DMX signal from the controller. (When you select the DMX address and save it,
the controller will display the saved DMX address, next time.)
DMX Addressing
The control panel on the front side of the base allows you to assign DMX fixture addresses, which is the first
channel with which the Spectral will respond to the controller.
Please note, when you use the controller, the unit has 13 channels.
When using multiple Spectrals, make sure you set the DMX addresses right.
Therefore, the DMX address of the first Spectral should be 1(001); the DMX address of the second
Spectral should be 1+13=14 (014); the DMX address of the third Spectral should be 14+13=27 (027), etc.
Please, be sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control each Spectral
correctly. If two or more Spectrals are addressed similarly, they will work similarly.
Controlling:
After having addressed all Spectral fixtures, you may now start operating these via your lighting
controller.
Note: After switching on, the Spectral will automatically detect whether DMX 512 data is received or not.
If there is no data received at the DMX-input, the “LED “ on the control panel will not flash.
If not, the problem may be:
•The XLR cable from the controller is not connected with the input of the Spectral M400.
•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 is necessary to insert an XLR termination plug (with 120 Ohm) in the last fixture in order to ensure
proper transmission on the DMX data link.
Display Off after 25 seconds
When no button is pressed for 25 seconds, the display will turn off.
To light up the display, you have to press the buttons in the following order: UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN, ENTER.
Once you have pressed the buttons, the display will light up.
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Menu Overview
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Main Menu Options
Static Colors
Built-in programs
Master/Slave Mode
DMX-512 Mode
DMX channel modes (personalities)
Edit Mode
Settings
Calibration
Safety lock
1. Static Colors
With this menu, you can set the static colors.
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows .
02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
03) Press the ENTER button to toggle between the static colors (Red, Green, Blue) and Strobe.
04) Once you have chosen the desired color, press the UP/DOWN buttons to adjust the color intensity.
The adjustment range is between 0-255, from dark to brightest.
05) When the display shows , press the UP/DOWN buttons to increase/decrease
the strobe frequency. The adjustment range is between 0-20, from OFF to high strobe frequency.
06) You can combine RED, GREEN, and BLUE to create an infinite range of colors (0-255).
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2. Built-in programs
With this menu, you can set the built-in programs.
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows and press the ENTER button to open the
menu.
02) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose one of the 10 uneditable built-in programs (AT.01-AT.10) and
10 editable presets (PR.01-PR.10) which can be edited in Edit mode (see page 17).
03) Press the ENTER button to activate.
04) The device will now run the desired built-in program.
3. Master/Slave Mode
With this menu, you can set the device as a slave.
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows .
02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle between the 2 following options:
DMX/Master Mode
Slave Mode
04) When the display shows , the display is operating in DMX/Master Mode.
05) When the display shows , the device is operating in Slave Mode. It means that it will react the
same as the master device.
4. DMX-512 Mode
With this menu, you can set the DMX address.
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows .
02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose the desired DMX address. There are 512 available DMX
addresses to choose from.
5. DMX channel modes
With this menu, you can set the desired DMX channel mode (personality).
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows .
02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle between the following DMX channel modes:
TOUR:
9 channels
AR1.d:
4 channels
TR16:
13 channels
AR1.S:
5 channels
ARC.1:
3 channels
HSV:
3 channels
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6. Edit Mode
With this menu, you can create your own custom shows.
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows .
02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose the desired custom program: PR.01 – PR.10.
04) Each custom program has 30 scenes, which can be edited.
05) Once you have chosen the desired scene, press the ENTER button to enter the settings.
06) Press the ENTER button to toggle between RED, GREEN, BLUE, STROBE, STEP TIME and FADE options.
07) When the display shows RED, GREEN and BLUE, press the UP/DOWN buttons to increase/decrease
the LED intensity. The adjustment range is between 0-255, from OFF to FULL ON.
08) When the display shows STROBE, press the UP/DOWN buttons to set the strobe frequency. The
adjustment range is between 0-20, from OFF to high frequency.
09) When the display shows TIME, press the UP/DOWN buttons to set the duration of a scene. The
adjustment range is between 0-255, from 0 to 255 seconds.
10) When the display shows FADE, press the UP/DOWN buttons to set the fade time between particular
scenes. The adjustment range is between 0-255, from 0 to 255 seconds.
6.1. How to make your own custom program
01) First, start with PR.01 and add the desired settings in scene 1 (SC.01), then scene 2 (SC.02) , etc.
02) In this way you can add a maximum of 30 scenes.
03) After that, you can start with PR.02 and create a maximum of 30 scenes again.
04) You can repeat these steps, until you’ve reached PR.10, step 30.
05) It is possible to create 300 separate scenes.
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7. Settings
With this menu you can set the device’s settings.
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows .
02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle between the following menus: Upload, Reset, Color, Dimmer,
Dimming curve, DMX Error, Settings Lock, Strobe Settings, Calibration and Safety Lock.
7.1. Upload
With this menu, you can export current programs from the master device to the connected slave
devices.
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows .
02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
03) Insert the password: UP>DOWN>UP>DOWN and press the ENTER button to confirm.
04) The display will show .
05) Press the ENTER button again, to confirm.
06) While exporting, the slave devices will light up yellow.
07) If there are any problems with exporting, the master and the slave devices will light up red.
08) If the operation was completed successfully, the master and the slave devices will light up green.
7.2. Reset
With this menu, you can reset the custom programs.
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows .
02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
03) Insert the password: UP>DOWN>UP>DOWN and press the ENTER button to confirm.
04) The display will show and the custom programs will have been reset.
7.3. Color
With this menu, you can adjust the color calibration functions.
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows .
02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle between the following 3 options:
RGB to White
Off
Adjusted output
04) When the display shows , RGB to White is active. This means RGB = 255, 255, 255. The color
displayed is the specific color which you have calibrated in CAL2

RGBw menu.
05) When the display shows , the RGB settings are: 255, 255, 255. The RGB values are not adjusted
and the output is the most powerful.
06) When the display shows , the RGB output is adjusted to a standard preset universal color. In
this way, different Spectral versions are color-balanced in order to match each other.
7.4. Dimmer
With this menu, you can adjust the dimmer.
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows .
02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose one of the 4 dimmer speed options (DIM1-DIM4, from fast to
slow) and OFF.
04) If you choose OFF, then RGBW and the master dimmer are linear.
05) The dimmer settings do not have any influence on the device’s performance in DMX TOUR mode.
The DMX settings override the dimmer settings.
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7.5. Dimming curve settings
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows .
02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose the desired dimming curve out of the 4 available options:
7.6. DMX Error
With this menu, you can determine the device’s behaviour in case of a DMX signal error.
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows .
02) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle between the 2 options:
Blackout
DMX data save
03) If the display shows , the Spectral will black the output out, in case of a DMX signal error.
04) If the display shows , the Spectral will fall back on the last working DMX signal, which will
ensure undisrupted performance.
7.7. Settings Lock
With this menu you can determine whether Settings menu is locked or unlocked.
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows .
02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose ON or OFF.
04) If the display shows ON, you will need to insert the password (press UP>DOWN>UP>DOWN and press
the ENTER button) to enter Settings menu.
7.8. Strobe Settings
With this menu you can choose the desired strobe mode.
01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons until the display shows .
02) Press the ENTER button to open the menu.
03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle between the following 2 options:
Classic strobe
Special strobe
04) If you have chosen , strobe will be active only if you operate the device in one of the
following DMX channel modes/personalities: TOUR, AR1.S and TR16.
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