DR-512 DMX Recorder ORDERCODE 50820
Congratulations! You have bought a great, innovative product from Showtec. The Showtec DR-512 DMX Recorder brings excitement to any venue. Whether you want simple plug-&play action or a sophisticated DMX show, this product provides the effect you need. You can rely on Showtec, for more excellent lighting products. We design and manufacture professional light equipment for the entertainment industry. New products are being launched regularly. We work hard to keep you, our customer, satisfied.
Showtec Showtec DR-512 DMX Recorder™ Product Guide Warning.................................................................................…...……………..…………………………….………..… Safety-instructions……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Operating Determinations.……………………………………………………………………………………………. Return Procedure……………………………………………………………………………...................................... Claims……………………………………………………………………………......................................................... 2 2 3 4 4 Description..….................
WARNING CAUTION! Keep this device away from rain and moisture! FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP! SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device has to: be qualified follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION! Be careful with your operations.
Repairs, servicing and electric connection must be carried out only by Showtec. For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only. This device falls under protection class I. Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow/green conductor to earth. 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.
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 aftersales@highlite.nl and request an RMA prior to shipping the fixture.
Description of the device Features The DR-512 DMX Recorder is a DMX recorder from Showtec and features: • Professional DMX recorder, access to internal memory and CF card. • 4 sequences (I01-I04) + Startup + Shutdown, available for memory. • 33 sequences (E01-E33) available for CF card use. • Capable of PLAY, PAUSE and STOP functions. • Manual / Autostart / DMX monitor / DMX trigger / Program / Setup mode. • 24 / 25 / 30 frames SMPTE signal available. • 32 MB CF card is recommended.
15. Mode button: Press this button to select different modes (MANUAL, AUTOSTART, DMX MON, DMX TRIGGER, PROGRAM and SETUP modes available). 16. STARTUP button: Press this button to activate the STARTUP function. 17. 1-4 Sequence buttons: Select a certain sequence (I01-I04). Fig. 2 18+19. SMPTE output / input: Used to output / input SMPTE signals via this port. 20+21. DMX output (5pin / 3pin): To output relative DMX signals. 22+23. DMX input (5pin / 3pin): To input relative DMX signals. 24.
MANUAL mode • This mode allows the most freedom to operate this unit. The user can select any one of the sequences (I01/I04)at any time to run, pause or stop the current sequence. The user can also start a specific sequence at STARTUP and SHUTDOWN. • For internal storage, select one of the I01-I04 sequences and press the PLAY button to run the sequence. This sequence will run continuously unless you press the PAUSE or STOP button.
PROGRAM mode In this mode, each sequence can be recorded and the sequence name can also be changed. Recording operation • Select the sequence to be recorded (including the internal sequences and the external sequences). Remember: The CF card must be formatted before use. • Check the DMX indicator. When the corresponding LED is ON, the unit is receiving a DMX signal. When the LED is OFF, the unit is not receiving a DMX signal.
External Terminals The following flowchart shows, SeqA and SeqB can be used to realize the remote control upon I01/I02/E01/E02. The PLAY, STOP and RECORD buttons can be used to control the running states. Some information about Prg-mode LED, Record LED and Play LED: In PRG mode, the Prg-mode LED will be ON. When the internal Record LED is ON, the external Record LED will also light up. And when the internal Play LED is ON, the external Play LED will light up, too.
Maintenance The Showtec DR-512 DMX Recorder 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 connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power.
Product Specification Model: Showtec DR-512 DMX Recorder Power input : AC 100V-240V, 50/60Hz, 40W Power supply: DC 9-12V, 500mA Fuse: F 500mA 250V 5×20mm CF Card Requirement: Only 32 MB (Binary coded) switch input: 0~5V (no external voltage) /1mA LED output (Prg-mode LED / Record LED / Play-LED): 2V / 25Ma 4 sequences (I01-I04) + Startup + Shutdown, available for memory. 33 sequences (E01-E33) available for CF card use. Capable of PLAY, PAUSE and STOP functions.
