Botex SD-10 User Manual

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User manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.thomann.de

07.12.2017, ID: 150902

Table of contents

1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 6

1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 7

1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 8

1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 9

2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 11

3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 14

4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 15

5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 18

6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 22

6.1 Record.................................................................................................................................................. 22

6.2 Playback............................................................................................................................................... 28

6.3 Data exchange.................................................................................................................................. 31

6.4 Special functions.............................................................................................................................. 33

7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 34

8 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 35

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9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 36

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1 General notes

This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.

Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.

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1.1 Further information

On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the
following points:

Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.

Keyword search

Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of
interest for you quickly.

Online guides

Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.

Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.

Service

If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.

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1.2 Notational conventions

This manual uses the following notational conventions:

The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.

Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.

Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’.

Letterings

Displays

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The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is
indented and highlighted by an arrow.

Example:

1. Switch on the device.

2. Press [Auto].

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Automatic operation is started.

3. Switch off the device.

1.3 Symbols and signal words

In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.

Instructions

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Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an

immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.

NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos-

sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.

Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – danger zone.

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2 Safety instructions

This unit is used to record and playback DMX signals. Use the device only as described in this
user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be
improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for
damages resulting from improper use.

This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.

DANGER!
Danger for children

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!

Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!

Never let children unattended use electrical devices.

Intended use

Safety

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NOTICE!
External power supply

The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the
external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the
voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur­rent circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos­sibly the user.

Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the
device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or
fire.

NOTICE!
Risk of fire

Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat
source. Keep the device away from naked flames.

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NOTICE!
Operating conditions

This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.

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3 Features

n DMX input for recording DMX sequences
n

DMX output

n

Data storage for 96 channels, 9 chases and 9 strobe programmes, each with up to 48 steps

n

Playback of DMX sequences on the DMX output either manually or timer controlled

n

Speed and fading between recorded scenes adjustable

n

Sound-controlled operation via built-in microphone possible

n

Operating via buttons and display on the unit

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4 Installation and starting up

Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.

Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.

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Connect the DMX input of the DMX recorder (R) to the DMX output of a DMX controller (C).
Connect the output of the DMX recorder (R) to the first DMX device (1), such as a spotlight.
Connect the output of the first DMX device (1) to the input of the second one and so on, to
form a series connection. Make sure that the output of the last DMX device (n) in the chain is
terminated by a resistor (110 Ω, ¼ W).

DMX connections

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While both the device and the DMX controller are in operation, the [DMX] LED lights up and
thereby indicates that a DMX signal is being received on the input.

Connect the included AC adapter to the device, then to the mains. Switch the unit on with the
main switch to start operation.

DMX indicator

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5 Connections and controls

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1 [POWER]

Main switch. Turns the device on and off.

2 DC INPUT

Connection for the supplied power adapter.

3 [DMX IN]

DMX input

4 [DMX OUT]

DMX output

5 [DISPLAY]

n [DMX]: Indicates that a DMX signal is being received.
n

[AUDIO]: Lights when playing in Audio mode.

n

[MANUAL]: Lights when playing in Manual mode.

When playing back in Auto mode, neither [AUDIO] nor [MANUAL] will light.

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6

[DOWN] /
Decreases the displayed value by one.

7 [RECORD/MODE]

Turns Recording mode on.

8 [PROGRAM]

Selects chaser programmes for recording or playback.

9 [BLACK-OUT]

Function button with different meaning, depending on the current mode.

10 [FADE+SPEED/DEL]

Function button with different meaning, depending on the current mode.

11 [SPEED]

Function button with different meaning, depending on the current mode.

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12 [STROBE]

Selects strobe programmes for recording or playback.

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[UP] /
Increases the displayed value by one.

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6 Operating

6.1 Record

1. Press and hold [RECORD/MODE] for five seconds.

ð

The LED above the button lights up. The display shows the programme and its last
scene.

2. Press [PROGRAM] or [STROBE] to select chase or strobe programmes.

ð

The LED next to the corresponding button lights up.

3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired programme. You can choose between 9

chaser and 9 strobe programmes.

4. Press [RECORD/MODE] to record a scene. Now create a scene on your DMX controller. If

you want to record this scene, press [RECORD/MODE].

ð

As soon as all the LEDs light up, the scene is saved. You can save up to 48 scenes.

5. Press [BLACK-OUT] until the [RECORD/MODE] LED turns off to stop recording

Recording a programme

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1. Press and hold [RECORD/MODE] for five seconds.

ð

The LED above the button lights up.

2. Press [PROGRAM] or [STROBE] to select chase or strobe programmes.

ð

The LED next to the corresponding button lights up.

3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired programme.

4. Press [FADE+SPEED/DEL] to delete the selected programme.

Deleting a programme

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1. Press and hold [RECORD/MODE] for five seconds.

ð

The LED above the button lights up.

2. Press [PROGRAM] or [STROBE] to select chase or strobe programmes.

ð

The LED next to the corresponding button lights up.

3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired programme.

4. Press [RECORD/MODE].

5. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select a scene you want to delete.

6. Press [FADE+SPEED/DEL] to delete the selected scene.

Deleting a scene

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1. Press and hold [RECORD/MODE] for five seconds.

ð

The LED above the button lights up.

2. Press [PROGRAM] or [STROBE] to select chase or strobe programmes.

ð

The LED next to the corresponding button lights up.

3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired programme.

4. Press [RECORD/MODE].

5. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select the scene where you want to add another.

6. Now create a scene on your DMX controller. If you want to add this scene, press

[RECORD/MODE].

Adding a scene

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1. Press and hold [RECORD/MODE] for five seconds.

ð

The LED above the button lights up.

2. Press [PROGRAM] or [STROBE] to select chase or strobe programmes.

ð

The LED next to the corresponding button lights up.

3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired programme.

4. Press [RECORD/MODE].

5. Press [PROGRAM] or [STROBE].

ð

The LED next to the corresponding button lights up.

6. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired scene.

7. Press [PROGRAM] or [STROBE] to exit the Preview mode.

Press [BLACK-OUT] until the [RECORD/MODE] LED turns off to stop recording

Showing preview for a scene

Quitting Recording mode

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1. Press and hold [RECORD/MODE] for five seconds.

ð

The LED above the button lights up. The display shows the programme and its last
scene.

2. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to choose between ‘AS’ (strobe programme) and ‘AP’ (chaser pro-

gramme).

3. Press [RECORD/MODE].

4. Press [RECORD/MODE] to record a scene. Now create a scene on your DMX controller. If

you want to record this scene, press [RECORD/MODE].

ð

As soon as all the LEDs light up, the scene is saved.

5. Repeat step 4 until the desired programme is complete. You can record a maximum of

60 scenes in this AS / AP programme.

6. Press [BLACK-OUT].

ð

The display shows ‘SP01’ . Now you can set the beat time or fade time of the first
step of the first scene.

7. Press [SPEED] to adjust the speed of the scene. Press [FADE+SPEED/DEL] to adjust the

fade speed.

Recording AS/AP scenes

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8. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to set the beat or fade time of the current step.

9. To go to the next step, press [PROGRAM] (for AP scenes) or [STROBE] (for AS scenes).

10. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the next scene. Repeat steps 7, 8, and 9 until each step has

a beat and a fade time assigned to it.

11. Press [BLACK-OUT] to return to the AS / AP programme.

12. Press [RECORD] to exit the Recording mode.

6.2 Playback

When you turn on the device, it is automatically in Run mode. Press [RECORD/MODE] to acti­vate the programmes in audio, Manual or Auto mode. Make sure that these programmes con­tain previously saved scenes, otherwise they will not run.

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1. Press [RECORD/MODE] repeatedly until the [MANUAL] LED lights up.

2. Press [PROGRAM] or [STROBE] repeatedly until you have selected the desired pro-

gramme.

3. If necessary: disable [BLACK-OUT].

4. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to play the scene step by step.

1. Press [RECORD/MODE] repeatedly until the [AUDIO] LED lights up.

2. Press [PROGRAM] or [STROBE].

3. If necessary: disable [BLACK-OUT].

4. Press [UP] or [DOWN] repeatedly until you have selected the desired programme.

ð

The selected programme is controlled by the rhythm of the music received by the
built-in microphone.

Programme playback in Manual
mode

Programme playback in Audio
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1. Press [RECORD/MODE] repeatedly until neither the [AUDIO] nor the [MANUAL] LED light

up.

2. If necessary: disable [BLACK-OUT].

3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] repeatedly until you have selected the desired programme.

ð

When the programme is selected, it will play at the speed you have selected. You
can set the speed in a range from 10 steps/s to 1 step/600 s.

1. Press [SPEED] or [FADE+SPEED/DEL] to choose between Chase mode and Fade mode.

ð

The illumination of the LED shows you the selection. If the LED at [SPEED] lights up,
you're in Chase mode. If the LED at [FADE+SPEED/DEL] lights up, you're in Fade
mode.

2. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to adjust the speed between 0,1 s and 600 s. The display shows the

selected speed. ‘1:00’ corresponds to one minute; ‘1.00’ corresponds to one second.

3. Press [SPEED] or [FADE+SPEED/DEL] to complete the setting.

Programme playback in Auto
mode

Setting the programme speed

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6.3 Data exchange

1. Press and hold [BLACK-OUT] for three seconds.

2. Press [PROGRAM] and [BLACK-OUT] simultaneously. If the device has stored scenes, the

display shows ‘OUT’ , indicating that data can be sent. Otherwise the display shows

‘EPTY’ – all programs are empty.

3. Make sure that the receiving device is in Receive mode to fully receive the file.

4. Press [FADE+SPEED/DEL] to send the data set. During sending, no other functions are

accessible.

5. When sending is complete, the display shows ‘END’ . Press any button to exit this mode.

Sending data

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1. Press and hold [BLACK-OUT] for three seconds.

2. Press [STROBE] and [BLACK-OUT] simultaneously. If the device has saved scenes, the dis-

play shows ‘SURE’ , otherwise ‘IN’.

3. Press [FADE+SPEED/DEL] to receive the data set.

ð

The display shows ‘IN’ .

4. When receiving is complete, the display shows ‘END’ . Press any button to exit this mode.

Receiving data

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6.4 Special functions

1. Switch off the device.

2. Press [SPEED] and [BLACK-OUT] while turning the power on.

ð

If the display shows ‘Y-Bo’ the unit will not show any output after powering up. If
the display shows ‘N-Bo’ output is active after powering up.

3. Press [FADE+SPEED/DEL] to switch between ‘N-BO’ and ‘Y-BO’.

4. Press [PROGRAM] to complete the setting.

1. Switch off the device.

2. Press [PROGRAM], [UP] and [FADE+SPEED/DEL] simultaneously until the device powers

up.

ð

The memory is cleared, the device is reset to factory defaults.

Setting up Black-out mode

Clearing memory, resetting to
factory defaults

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7 Technical specifications

Voltage supply

Wall plug transformer (12 V/ 300 mA ), positive pole via inner contact
Dimensions (W × H × D) 220 mm × 65 mm × 72 mm
Weight 0.8 kg

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8 Plug and connection assignments

This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip­ment so that a perfect light experience is guaranteed.

Please take our tips, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug
fits into a socket, the result of an incorrect connection may be a destroyed DMX controller, a
short circuit or ‘just’ a not working light show!

The unit offers a 3-pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3-pin XLR plug for DMX input. Please
refer to the drawing and table below for the pin assignment of a suitable XLR plug.

Pin Configuration

1 Ground, shielding
2 Signal inverted (DMX–, ‘cold signal’)
3 Signal (DMX+, ‘hot signal’)

Introduction

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9 Protecting the environment

For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been
chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that

they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.

This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE). Do not dispose with your normal household waste.

Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste
facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your
country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.

Disposal of the packaging mate­rial

Disposal of your old device

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Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de