Stairville MH-x200 Pro Spot User Manual
MH-x200 Pro Spot
moving head
user manual
Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0
E-mail: info@thomann.de
Internet: www.thomann.de
21.09.2015, ID: 288712 (V2)
Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 8
2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 10
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 16
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 18
5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 24
6 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 27
7 Operation.................................................................................................................................................... 30
7.1 Starting the device........................................................................................................................... 30
7.2 Main menu.......................................................................................................................................... 31
7.3 Settings menu................................................................................................................................... 36
7.4 Gobos................................................................................................................................................... 41
7.5 Menu overview................................................................................................................................. 43
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7.6 Functions in 11 channel DMX mode......................................................................................... 47
7.7 Functions in 16 channel DMX mode......................................................................................... 54
8 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 64
9 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 65
10 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 66
11 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 68
12 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 69
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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’.
References to other locations in this manual are identified by an arrow and the specified page
number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-reference to jump to
the specified location.
Example: See
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‘Cross-references’ on page 7.
Letterings
Displays
Cross-references
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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.
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.
WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious
injury if it is not avoided.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in minor 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.
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – hot surface.
Warning – suspended load.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used as moving-head spotlight. The device is designed for profes‐
sional use and is not suitable for use in households. 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.
Intended use
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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.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside
Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never
remove any covers.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or
damaged.
Safety
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DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐
tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so
could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐
tered electrician.
WARNING!
Eye damage caused by high light intensity
Never look directly into the light source.
WARNING!
Risk of epileptic shock
Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons
should avoid looking at strobe lights.
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WARNING!
Risk of burns
The surface of the device can become very hot during operation.
Do not touch the device with bare hands during operation, and after switching
off wait for at least 15 minutes.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to movements of the device
The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright
light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the device, when the device
operates in automatic mode or under remote control and when you turn off a
DMX controller that is connected to the device. Persons staying near the device
could be injured or frightened.
Before you turn on the device and during the operation, always ensure that
nobody stays close to the device. If work has to be performed in the area of move‐
ment or in the near vicinity of the device, it must remain turned off.
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NOTICE!
Risk of overheating
The distance between the light output and the illuminated surface must be more
than 2.0 m (78.7 in).
Always ensure sufficient ventilation.
The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F).
NOTICE!
Risk of fire
Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots. Do not place 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.
NOTICE!
Power supply
Before connecting the device, 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 injure the user.
Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long
periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
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3 Features
The moving head is especially suited for professional lighting tasks, e.g. during events, on rock
music stages, in theatre and musical productions or in discotheques.
Special features of this device:
n Two axes of movement with 8 or 16 bit resolution:
– Tilt (270 °)
– Pan (540 °)
n Automatic position correction
n Control via DMX (11 or 16 channels) and buttons plus display on the unit itself.
n Preprogrammed automatic show programmes
n Sound control
n Master/slave mode
n Colour wheel with white, 7 full-colours, 7 split-colours and rainbow effect
n Gobo wheel with 8 static gobos, gobo shake function and rainbow effect
n Gobo wheel with 7 rotatable Gobos and rainbow effect
n Effects wheel with triple prism
n Electronic dimmer
n Electronic iris
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n Mechanical focus
n Shutter frequency: 0…20 Hz
n Two omega brackets included
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4 Installation
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.
Lift the device only at the base. When lifted at the rotatable mounting, the device may be dam‐
aged.
You can install the device standing or hanging. When in use, the device must be mounted at a
solid surface or clamped to an approved truss.
Work from a stable platform whenever you install or move the device or when you perform
any kind of maintenance. Block access under the work area.
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WARNING!
Risk of injury by falling off
Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply
in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment,
such as a safety cable or a safety chain.
The carrying capacity of the truss or other mounting must be sufficient for the
intended number of devices. Note that the movement of the head may addition‐
ally stress the load-bearing structures.
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CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to movements of the device
The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright
light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the device, when the device
operates in automatic mode or under remote control and when you turn off a
DMX controller that is connected to the device. Persons staying near the device
could be injured or frightened.
Before you turn on the device and during the operation, always ensure that
nobody stays close to the device. If work has to be performed in the area of move‐
ment or in the near vicinity of the device, it must remain turned off.
NOTICE!
Risk of overheating
Always ensure sufficient ventilation.
The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F).
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NOTICE!
Possible damage caused by movements of the device
Always ensure that enough space is free around the device for the movements of
the head (pan, tilt).
NOTICE!
Possible data transmission errors
For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐
nary microphone cables.
Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli‐
fiers.
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The quick-lock openings on the housing bottom are used for secure attachment of the
included omega brackets. There, you can fasten adapters such as half couplers, trigger clamps,
c-hooks etc. The safety cable must be routed through the safety eyelet on the bottom of the
device.
Mounting options
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