Octopod 30 ORDERCODE 30985
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Showtec Showtec Octopod 30™ Product Guide Warning..…...................................................................................…………………………………………. Safety-instructions………………………………………………………………………………………….…. Operating Determinations……………………………………………………………………………………. 2 2 3 Description..…..............................................................................……….………………………………… Features…….……………………………………………………………………………………….……...…. Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4 4 4 Installation...
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.
• • • • • • • • • 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 device is 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.
Description of the device Features The Octopod 30 is a LED system from Showtec. • Sound-controlled via built-in microphone • 3 Modes: Stand-alone, DMX-controlled or Sound-controlled NOTE: Knowledge of DMX is required to fully utilize this unit. Overview Fig. 1 1) Mode 2) F / S 3) Up / Down 4) Fuse 5) Power On/ Off 6) DMX Output 7) DMX Input 8) Power cord 9) MIC 10) Audio Level Fig.
Installation Remove all packing materials from the Octopod 30. 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.
2) F / S Adjust Chase Fade Time from 0-100%. Adjust Chase Speed from 1-500/min. Stand-alone Operation Refer to the four buttons on the front panel of the Pixel Drive 30: Mode F/S Up Down Press the MODE button to view the Chase menu: Select Chases 1-9 using the UP and DOWN buttons. Chases 1-8 run according to the Fade and Speed values. Chase 9 is sound-active. Press the F/S button to set the Fade and Speed values: Adjust Chase Fade Time from 0-100%. Adjust Chase Speed from 1-500 steps per minute.
DMX Operation Press the MODE button to view the DMX address setting rnenu: Select the DMX starting address for the Pixel Drive 30 using the UP and DOWN buttons. The DMX Channel functions are: Channel 1: Channel 2: Channel 3: Channel 4: Channel 5: Channel 6: Rainbow Red (0-255) Green (0-255) Blue (0-255) Strobe (1-20HZ) Sound-active/ Audio sensitivity There are 8 modes of self-running programs (0-220) and 1 sound-active program (241-255) in Channel 6.
DMX Modes Press the MODE button to view the DMX mode selection menu. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the DMX mode.
Maintenance The Octopod 30 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. Keep connections clean. Disconnect electric power, and then wipe the audio connections with a damp cloth. Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power.
Product Specification Model: Showtec Controller for Octopod 30 Voltage : AC 230V-50Hz (CE) Power: 85W Audio trigger: Built-in Mic DMX Input : 3-pin XLR Male connector DMX Output : 3-pin XLR Female connector Dimensions : 305 x 162 x 75 mm (LxWxH) Weight : 3,1 kg Model: Showtec Octopod 30 Voltage : 24V Power: 5W x 8 Dimensions : 115 x 95 x 147 mm (LxWxH) Weight : 0,38 kg x 8 Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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