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 Aircone Q6 WDMX 1 x cone with Velcro ...
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• 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.
Aircone Q6 WDMX 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.
Aircone Q6 WDMX The Aircone 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.
Aircone Q6 WDMX 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.
Description of the device Features The Aircone Q6 WDMX is equipped with 6x 8W Q6 RGBWA-UV LEDs and can be controlled by means of wireless DMX (WDMX Sweden protocol). It is possible to adjust the fan speed. The Aircone Q6 WDMX is the ultimate decorative light effect, suitable for a wide range of venues, such as: festivals, stages, weddings, corporate events and theme parks.
Aircone Q6 WDMX Installation Remove all packing materials from the Aircone Q6 WDMX. 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.
Aircone Q6 WDMX Wireless DMX Control Transmitter/Receiver Mode Selection 01) Press the Function button (07) once. The display will show the currently selected wireless DMX operation mode: Transmitter mode Receiver mode 02) Press and hold down the Function button (07) for 5 seconds in order to switch between the 2 operation modes (Transmitter mode and Receiver mode).
Aircone Q6 WDMX Control Modes There are 6 modes: • Stand-alone (Auto) • Built-in programs • Manual • Sound-controlled • Master/Slave • DMX-512 (3CH, 6CH, 6CH, 12CH) One Aircone (Auto, Built-in programs and Manual) 01) Fasten the effect light to a firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation.
Aircone Q6 WDMX Multiple Aircones (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 XLR cable to connect the Aircones and other devices.
Aircone Q6 WDMX 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.
Aircone Q6 WDMX The Aircone Q6 WDMX can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand-alone mode. Control Panel A) LED display MODE button C) SETUP button D) UP button DOWN button Fig. 05 Control Mode The fixtures are individually addressed on a data-link and connected to the controller.
Aircone Q6 WDMX Main Menu Options 1. Auto 2. Built-in programs 3. Manual (Static Colors) 4. Sound-controlled 5. DMX-512 6. Master/Slave 7. Settings The Aircone will show its software version upon start-up: 1. Auto 01) While in main menu, press the MODE button until the display shows 02) The device will now run the built-in programs in a sequence.
Aircone Q6 WDMX 3. Manual (Static Colors) 01) While in main menu, press the MODE button until the display shows 02) Press the SETUP button to enter. 03) Repeatedly press the SETUP button to toggle through the following static colors RED, GREEN, BLUE, WHITE, AMBER, UV.
Aircone Q6 WDMX 7.1. Dimming Curves 01) While in this menu, press the UP/DOWN buttons to set one of the 4 dimming curves: 7.2. Fan Speed 01) While in this menu, press the UP/DOWN buttons to set the fan speed. The adjustment range is between , from slow to fast.
Aircone Q6 WDMX DMX Channels 3 channels (3.b) Channel 1 – Dimmer 0-255 Dimmer intensity, from dark to brightest Channel 2 – Strobe CH1 must be open 0-255 Strobe ON, from low to high frequency Channel 3 – Color presets...
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Aircone Q6 WDMX Channel 3 – Color presets CH1 must be open, CH4 must be set between 0-41 7-13 Color 1: R(255)G(0)B(0)W(100)A(0)P(0) 14-20 Color 2: R(255)G(0)B(0)W(200)A(0)P(0) 21-27 Color 3: R(255)G(50)B(0)W(0)A(0)P(0) 28-34 Color 4: R(255)G(150)B(0)W(0)A(255)P(0) 35-41 Color 5: R(255)G(255)B(0)W(0)A(120)P(0) 42-48 Color 6: R(255)G(255)B(0)W(75)A(0)P(0)
04) The electric power supply cables must not show any damages or material fatigue. The Aircone Q6 WDMX 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.
Suspect three potential problem areas as: the power supply, the LEDs, the fuse. 01) Power supply. Check if the unit is plugged into an appropriate power supply. 02) The LEDs. Return the Aircone to your Showtec dealer. 03) The fuse. Replace the fuse. See page 22 for replacing the fuse.
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Aircone Q6 WDMX Problem Probable cause(s) Solution • Check if power is switched on and One or more cables are plugged in No power to the fixture fixtures do not function at all Primary fuse blown • Replace fuse Fixtures reset The controller is not connected.
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