Galactic GVC-190 ORDERCODE 51324 Highlite International B.V.
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Showtec Showtec Galactic GVC-190™ Product Guide Warning ...............................................................................................................................................................................2 Safety Instructions .........................................................................................................................................................2 Operating Determinations ...............................................................................
Warning FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP! 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.
IMPORTANT: The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the nonobservance 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.
CAUTION: AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM: Avoid direct eye contact with laser light. Never intentionally expose your eyes or others to direct laser radiation. Compliance Statement Your Galactic Laser has been designed to comply with FDA and IEC Standards for it classification. The Galactic is a Class IIIB laser product. Laser Safety and Compliance Information The Galactic is manufactured to comply with the IEC 60825-1 and in accordance with U.S.
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 35° C.
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 Showtec Galactic is a light effect with high output and great effects. • Peak Power 60 Watt; Continuous Power 30 Watt • Beam Diameter <5mm at aperture • Pulse Data All pulses < 4Hz (>0.
Installation Remove all packing materials from the Galactic. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed. Connect all cables. 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.
Control Modes There are 4 modes: • Auto run (visual effects) • Sound-controlled • Master/Slave • DMX512 One Galactic (Auto run visual effects) 1. Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. 2. When the Galactic is not connected by a DMX-cable, it functions as a stand-alone device. Please see page 13 for more information about the Auto run visual effects. One Galactic (Sound-control) 1.
Multiple Galactic (DMX Control) 1. 2. 3. 4. Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation. Always use a safety cable (ordercode 70140 / 70141). Use a 3-p XLR cable to connect the Galactic lasers. Link the units as shown in (figure 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. 5.
Control Panel Fig. 5 A. LED Display B. Func Button C. Up Button D. Down Button E. Enter Button 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. 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 Galactic will respond to the controller. Please note when you use the controller, the unit has max.
Menu Overview Main Menu Options 1. DMX address 2. Master/Slave 3. Test 4. Automatic 5. Sensitivity You can only change a certain setting when the display is blinking. If you can’t change a certain value, please press the Function-button once and then change the value.
1. DMX Mode With this menu you can set the DMX address. 1) Press the FUNC button, until the display shows . 2) You can choose 512 different DMX addresses. Use the Up / Down buttons to select the required address from 3) Use the ENTER button to store your setting. . 2. Slave Mode With this menu you are able to set the device as a slave device. 1) Press the FUNC button, until the display shows . 2) Use the ENTER button to store your setting. 3. Run Test 1) Press the FUNC button, until the display shows .
DMX Channels 10 Channels Channel 1 – Built-in Programs / Sound-controlled Mode 0-29 30-59 60-89 90-119 120-149 150-179 180-209 210-239 240-255 Automatic Program with Green, Violet, Cyan colors Automatic Program with single Green color Automatic Program with single Violet color Automatic Program with single Cyan colors Sound Activated Program with Green, Violet, Cyan colors Sound Activated Program with single Green color Sound Activated Program with single Violet color Sound Activated Program with single Cy
Channel 9 – X-axis Rolling 0-127 128-191 192-255 0-359 degree fixed X Axis rolling Clockwise rolling from slow to fast Counterclockwise rolling from slow to fast Channel 10 – Z-axis Rolling 0-127 128-191 192-255 0-359 degree fixed X Axis rolling Clockwise rotation from slow to fast Counterclockwise rotation from slow to fast Patterns 000-007 064-071 128-135 192-199 008-015 072-079 136-143 200-207 016-023 080-087 144-151 208-215 024-031 088-095 152-159 216-223 032-039 096-103 160-167
Maintenance The Showtec Galactic requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean. Otherwise, the fixture’s light-output will be significantly reduced. Disconnect the mains power supply, and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in liquid. Wipe lens clean with glass cleaner and a soft cloth. Do not use alcohol or solvents. Keep connections clean. Disconnect electric power, and then wipe the connections with a damp cloth.
Problem One or more fixtures are completely dead. Fixtures reset correctly, but all respond erratically or not at all to the controller. Probable cause(s) No power to the fixture Remedy • Check that power is switched on and cables are plugged in. Primary fuse blown. • Replace fuse. The controller is not connected. 3-pin XLR Out of the controller does not match XLR Out of the first fixture on the link (i.e. signal is reversed). • Connect controller.
Product Specification Model: Showtec Galactic Power: 240V-50Hz (CE) Peak Power 60 Watt; Continuous Power 30 Watt Beam Diameter <5mm at aperture Pulse Data All pulses < 4Hz (>0.
