Thomann DMX DC-1224 User Manual

DMX DC-1224

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Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany

Telephone: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail] Internet: www.thomann.de

09.02.2021, ID: 346647

Table of contents

Table of contents

1	General notes............................................................................................................................		5
	1.1	Further information........................................................................................................	5
	1.2	Notational conventions.................................................................................................	5
	1.3	Symbols and signal words...........................................................................................	6
2	Safety instructions.................................................................................................................		7
3	Features.......................................................................................................................................		9
4	Installation..............................................................................................................................		10
5	Starting up...............................................................................................................................		11
6	Connections and controls................................................................................................		12
7	Operating.................................................................................................................................		16
	7.1	Starting programming................................................................................................	16
	7.2	Editing...............................................................................................................................	18
	7.3	Operation.........................................................................................................................	21
8	MIDI and DMX channel settings....................................................................................		23
	8.1	MIDI....................................................................................................................................	23
	8.2	DMX...................................................................................................................................	25
9	Quick Start Guide for the main functions.................................................................		27
	9.1	Reversing scene direction..........................................................................................	27
	9.2	Setting Fade time..........................................................................................................	27
	9.3	Using TAP SYNC.............................................................................................................	27
	9.4	Using MASTER fader.....................................................................................................	28
	9.5	Selecting ‘Single’ mode..............................................................................................	28
	9.6	‘Mix’ mode.......................................................................................................................	28
	9.7	Dimmer Display.............................................................................................................	28
	9.8	BLIND and HOME..........................................................................................................	29
	9.9	PARK...................................................................................................................................	29
	9.10	ADD/KILL.......................................................................................................................	29
	9.11	Double Preset..............................................................................................................	29
10	Technical specifications....................................................................................................		31
11 Plug and connection assignments...............................................................................			32
12	Protecting the environment...........................................................................................		33

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General notes

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.

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		For personal consultation please contact our
	consultation		technical hotline.
	Service		If you have any problems with the device the
			customer service will gladly assist you.

1.2 Notational conventions

	This manual uses the following notational conventions:
Letterings	The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
	Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
Displays	Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.
	Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ .

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Instructions	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].
		ð 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.

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 possible dangerous situation that can result in death
		or serious injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE!		This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
		a possible dangerous situation that can result in mate
		rial and environmental damage if it is not avoided.

Warning signs	Type of danger
	Warning – danger zone.

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		Safety instructions
2	Safety instructions
Intended use		This device is used to control spotlights, dimmers, lighting effects equipment,
		Moving Heads or other DMX-controlled devices. 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 consid
		ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No lia
		bility will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.

This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intel lectual 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.

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.

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 pro tected 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.

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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Safety instructions

NOTICE! Possible staining

The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC floor and after some time cause permanent dark stains.

In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the floor, but use felt-pad floor protectors or a carpet.

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Features

3 Features

Special features of the device:

n24 control channels, freely assignable to 512 DMX channels

nConnection for a fog machine

n4600 scenes

n4 banks with 48 freely programmable, directly accessible programmes

nTwelve programmable chases

n24 faders for manual control

nAssigned or reversed DMX channel preview

nSound-to-Light

n3 function layers

nBlind home function

nSpeed fade control

nBlackout master

nStand-alone mode

nManual overriding of scenes in chases

nMIDI control for banks, chases and blackout

nLCD

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Installation

4 Installation

Wiring diagram for fog machines

Rack mounting	If the unit is to be mounted in a 19" rack, remove the plastic panel Thereto loosen the
	screws that hold the panel.

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Starting up

5	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.
		NOTICE!
		Possible data transmission errors
		For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not
		use ordinary microphone cables.
		Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers
		or amplifiers.
Connections in DMX mode
		Connect the DMX output of the device (C) to the DMX input of the first DMX device
		(1). Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second one, and so

on to form a daisy chain. Always ensure that the output of the last DMX device in the daisy chain is terminated with a resistor (110 Ω, ¼W).

Connecting the power adapter	Connect the included 9V power supply unit to the power supply input of the unit
	and then plug the power cord plug into the wall outlet.
Turning the unit on	When all cable connections are made, turn on the device with the main switch on the
	rear panel. The device is immediately operational.

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