Show Technology apollo User manual

Compact, high-power, outdoor-rated,
cable-free, battery-powered LED uplight
with onboard wireless DMX, infrared remote,
and manual control via OLED function menu
+ Six-unit road-worthy custom charging case.
www.showtech.com.au
www.showtech.com.au

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SAFETY
General instruction
• The products referred to in this manual conform to the European Community Directives and are there-
fore marked with .
• The unit is supplied with hazardous network voltage (230V~). Leave servicing to skilled personnel only.
Never make
risk an electric shock.
•
cording to standard EN 60598-1). It is, moreover, recommended to protect the supply lines of the units
from indirect contact and/or shorting to earth by using appropriately sized residual current devices.
installer. Check that the main frequency and voltage correspond to those for which the unit is designed
as given on the electrical data label.
• This unit is not for home use, only professional applications.
- in places subject to vibrations or bumps;
- in places with a temperature of over 40 °C.
an inspection or contact the manufacturer directly.
plant for a disposal which is not harmful to the environment.
Warnings and installation precautions
damage and the guarantee becomes void. Furthermore, any other operation may lead to dangers like
short circuit, burns, electric shock, etc.
• Always additionally secure the projector with the safety rope. When carrying out any work, always com-
ply scrupulously with all the regulations (particularly regarding safety) currently in force in the country
• Shields, lenses or ultraviolet screens shall be changed if they have become damaged to such an extent
• The lamp (LED) shall be changed if it has become damaged or thermally deformed.
trigger epileptic seizures in photosensitive persons or persons with epilepsy.
• Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
WARNING! Before carrying out any operations with the unit, carefully read this instruction
manual and keep it with cure for future reference. It contains important information about
the installation, usage and maintenance of the unit.
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INFRARED (IR6) REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION
The IR6 infrared controller enables remote control of the APOLLO.
To pair the IR6 to the APOLLO, follow these steps:
1. Press MENU button until IR Setup is displayed
2. Press ENTER
3. Press UP or DOWN to turn infrared operation ON or OFF
4. Press ENTER
IR6 BUTTON FUNCTIONS
Buttons not listed below are not used with APOLLO
AUTO : Run auto programs
FADE : Fade auto programs
SPEED : Enable speed adjustment of auto programs
+ / - : Increase / decrease speed of auto programs
MANUAL : Enable manual selection of colors
0 - 9 : Press numbers between 0 - 9 to choose colors
: Corresponding to white (full output) / red / orange /
yellow / green / purple / blue / magenta / pink / amber
R G B W : Press MANUAL, then Press R,G, B,or W buttons
+ / - : Increase / decrease output of each color using +/- buttons
%: Adjusts total output level
+ / - : Increase / decrease output level
STROBE : Enable adjustment of strobe rate
+ / - : Increase / decrease strobe rate
STROBE : Press again to turn o strobe
BLACKOUT : Turn o all output
BLACKOUT : Press again to exit blackout mode
Note: : If IR6 remote is not responding, press BLACKOUT to conrm
that blackout mode was not mistakenly activated
2.9 INFRARED IR6 REMOTE CONTROL

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Packing content
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety
General instructions
Warnings and installation precautions
General information
1 Introduction
1. 1 Description and Technical specications
1. 3 Operating elements and connections
1.2 Maintenance
Cleaning the unit
Fuse replacement
Trouble shooting
2 Functions and settings
2. 1 Menu structure
2. 2 Menu function descriptions
2. 3 Wireless DMX operation
2. 4 Example of DMX conguration
2. 5 Wireless DMX status display codes
2. 6 DMX channel functions
4-channel mode
6-channel mode
HSV mode
HSI mode
2. 7 DMX channel function: 10-channel mode
2. 8 Wireless DMX operation
2. 9 Infrared IR6 remote control
(6) APOLLO
(1) Charging case
(1) IR6 remote
(1) PowerCon cable
(1) User Manual
(1) Warranty card
1. 4 Menu button overview
1. 5 Operating elements and connections (charging case)
1. 6 Dimensions
1. 7 Photometrics
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2.8 WIRELESS DMX OPERATION:
APOLLO can operate in W-DMX mode up to 300m from the W-DMX transmitter.
The W-DMX receiver in the APOLLO must be paired with a W-DMX transmitter
for wireless operation.
INITIAL SETUP
1. Turn on the W-DMX transmitter
2. Connect the W-DMX transmitter to a DMX controller
3. Position the APOLLO xture within 300m of the W-DMX transmitter
4. Turn on the APOLLO xture
CONFIGURATION
1. On the APOLLO control panel, go to DMX ADDRESS
2. Select the starting address
3. On the APOLLO control panel, go to WIRELESS SETTING
4. Set <Receive> to ON (the APOLLO signal indicator will display a ? above the bars)
5. Press the Reset button on the W-DMX transmitter
(the APOLLO signal indicator will change to a symbol above the bars
while connection is establish)
PAIRING
Once successfully paired, the APOLLO signal indicator will indicate the strength
of the signal. At this point, the APOLLO is ready to be operated wirelessly by DMX.
If the APOLLO xture is subsequently used with a dierent W-DMX transmitter,
follow steps below.
1. On the APOLLO control panel, go to WIRELESS SETTING
2. Select <Reset> (the APOLLO signal indicator will display a ? above the bars)
3. Press the Reset button on the W-DMX transmitter
4. The APOLLO signal indicator will display the strength of the signal
once pairing has been successful
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INTRODUCTION
APOLLO is a compact, high-power, outdoor-rated, cable-free, battery-powered LED
uplight with onboard wireless DMX, infrared remote, and manual control via OLED
function menu + Six-unit road-worthy custom charging case.
FEATURES
- 4 x 12W RGBW (or RGBA) LED
- 8 hours continuous battery-powered operation at full output, 20 hours at single color
- Onboard wireless DMX
- 3-channel Hue-Saturation-Value and Hue-Saturation-Intensity modes
- Ultra-linear dimming technology for awless color mixing
- Patented structural design delivers superior passive cooling
- High frequency 1200 Hz LED modulation for icker-free output
- Adjustable white balance
- IP54: Designed for both indoor and outdoor use
- Patented structural design delivers superior passive cooling
- Charging station in rugged touring case holds 6 units
- Password protected key lock
- Chrome nish
- Threaded receiver for clamp mounting
- DMX, Manual, Standalone (Auto Shows), Master/Slave, IR control
SPECIFICATIONS
Light Source: 4 x 12W RGBW (or RGBA) LED
Beam Angle: 11°
Field Angle: 21°
Output: 743 (RGBW) or 436 (RGBA) LUX @ 5 meters
Color Mixing: RGBW or RGBA
Strobe: 0-30 Hz
Dimming: 4 dimming curve modes
Control: W-DMX, Manual, Standalone, Master/Slave, Infrared remote
DMX Channels: 4 / 6 / 10 / HSV / HSI
Display: OLED function menu with 4 touch buttons
Mains: 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Consumption: 44W
Power connections: Proprietary
Battery: Lithium Ion
Housing: Diecast Aluminum
Finish: Chrome
IP rating: IP54
Cooling: Passive
Max. Amblent: 40°C
Min. Amblent: -20°C
Max. Housing: 58°C
Dimensions: 145 x 138 x 202 mm
Weight: 3.68 KG
Charging case dims: 470 x 555 x 547 mm
Charging case weight: 22.3 kg (empty) ; 44.38 kg (loaded)
Charging case power: Consumption : 350W / Charging output: DC 24V 14.58A
Power connections: Neutrik PowerCon
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- 1.2 - MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING THE UNIT
• Make sure the area below the installation place is free from unwanted persons during setup.
• All screws used for installing the device and any of its parts should be tightly fastened and should not
be corroded.
deformation.
• The main cables must be in impeccable condition and should be replaced immediately even when a
small problem is detected.
• It is recommended to clean the front at regular intervals, from impurities caused by dust, smoke, or
other particles to ensure that the light is radiated at maximum brightness. For cleaning, disconnect the
main plug from the socket. Use a soft, clean cloth moistened with a mild detergent.Then carefully wipe
the part dry. For cleaning other housing parts use only a soft, clean cloth. Never use a liquid, it might
penetrate the unit and cause damage to it.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problems Possible causes Checks and remedies
Fixture does not light up
• No mains supply
• Dimmer fader set to 0
• All color faders set to 0
• Faulty LED
• Faulty LED board
• Check the power supply voltage
• Increase the value of the dimmer channels
• Increase the value of the color channels
• Replace the LED board
• Replace the LED board
General low light intensity • Dirty lens assembly
• Misaligned lens assembly
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• Install lens assembly properly
Fixture does not power up
• No power
• Loose or damaged power cord
• Faulty internal power supply
• Check for power on power outlet
• Check power cord
• Replace internal power supply
Fixture does not respond to DMX
• Wrong DMX addressing
• Damaged DMX cables
• Bouncing signals
• Check control panel and unit addressing
• Check DMX cables
• Install terminator as suggested
Contact an authorized service center in case of technical problems or not reported in the table can not be
resolved by the procedure given in the table.

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1.3 OPERATING ELEMENTS AND CONNECTIONS (APOLLO FIXTURE)
On/O
switch
Angle
adjustment
Down
button
Up
button
OLED
display
Enter
button
Menu button
Charging contact
Infrared sensor
Wireless DMX receiver
Carrying
Handle
MENU UP DOWN ENTER
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to return a previous menu
option
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the menu list and increases
the numeric value when in a
function
Navigates upwards through
the menu list and decreases
the numeric value when in
a function
Used to select and store the
current function value or
option within a menu
1.4 MENU BUTTON OVERVIEW
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2.4 Example of possible DMX congurations and address settings:
Follow above method for subsequent xtures, calculating starting addresses as indicated.
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2.5 WIRELESS DMX STATUS DISPLAY CODE DESCRIPTIONS
xWireless switched o
Connected with Transmitter
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1.5 OPERATING ELEMENTS AND CONNECTIONS (CHARGING CASE)
Apollo
Fixture
Charging case
contact
1
2
3
4
5
6
Six-unit charging case
Docking xture in case
(mating male-to-female
electrical couplers)
Fixture
Electrical contact
Flight case with PowerCon power in and six charging stations
PowerCon to mains power
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1. Auto Show
Five auto programs to choose from. Auto program #5 includes playback of programs 1-4.
Speed can be adjusted 0-100 (slow to fast).
2. Static
Select color presets under <static> menu option or use <manual color> option to mix custom colors.
3. Dimmer Mode
Four selectable dimmer curves: <OFF>, <Dimmer1> (fast), <Dimmer2> (medium), <Dimmer3> (slow) .
4. Back light
Set delay time for menu display to go dark at either 10, 20 or 30 seconds or choose always ON.
5. Information
Fixture software version and runtime clock.
6. DMX Address
Set DMX starting address at a value between 001-512.
7. DMX Channel
Select DMX mode: 3-channel HSV or HSI, or 4-, 6- or 10-channel operation
8. Master/Slave
Assign xture to operate as either Master or Slave unit in congurations with multiple Apollo xtures
9. White Balance
Adjust RGB levels to achieve desired white light
10.Wireless setting
Turn wireless DMX receiver on/o or reset.
11. IR SETUP
Turn IR sensor on/o to enable/disable infrared remote control.
12. KEY LOCK
Password protection option.
13. FACTORY RESET
Restore factory settings.
2.2 MENU FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS

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1.6 DIMENSIONS
202
138
138
178
145
Beam Angle 11°
Luminance (lux) (RGBW)
Luminance (lux) (RGBA)
Projection Distance (m)
full
0
1m
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10915
3m
2064
1213
5m
743
437
7m
379
223
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186
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Lumens
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742
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W
G
B
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color 10
RGBW (lux)
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A
G
B
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color 10
RGBA (lux)
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8796 977 352 180 88
1199 133 48 24 12
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572
113
705
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584
116
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2.1 MENU STRUCTURE
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2
3
4
5
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