thomann LED Flood Panel 150 User Manual

LED Flood Panel 150

LED floodlight

user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.thomann.de

08.05.2014, ID: 253358, 253359

Table of contents

1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5

1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6

1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7

1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 7

2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 10

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

4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 15

5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 18

6 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 21

7 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 26

8 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 42

9 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 43

10 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 44

11 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 47

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12 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 48

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1 General information

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’.

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.

Letterings

Displays

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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.

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.

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 – high-voltage.

Warning – suspended load.

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Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – danger zone.

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2 Safety instructions

This device is intended to be used as an electronic illumination effect using LED technics. 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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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.

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.

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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.

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

This LED floodlight is suitable for use in clubs, bars, theatres, exhibitions, etc.
Special features of the device:

n 150 × 10 mm colour LEDs (RGB)
n Control via DMX and via buttons and display on the unit
n 10 preprogrammed automatic shows
n Sound control
n Master / Slave mode
n Compact design

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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.

You can install the device on the wall, ceiling or floor. A mounting bracket is included in the
package.

WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling objects

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.

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NOTICE!
Risk of overheating

Always ensure sufficient ventilation.
The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F).

NOTICE!
Use of stands

When mounting the device onto a stand, ensure that the stand is in a safe and
stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum
permissible load capacity of the stand.

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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.

Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer.

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5 Starting up

Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high­quality cables for all connections.

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Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX
device. 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, ¼ W).

Connections in DMX mode

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When you configure a group of devices in master/slave mode, the first unit will control the
other units for an automatic, sound-activated, synchronized show. This function is ideal when
you want to start a show immediately. Connect the DMX output of the master device to the
DMX input of the first slave device. Then connect the DMX output of the first slave device to
the DMX input of the second slave device and so on.

Connections in master/slave
mode

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6 Connections and operating elements

Front and rear panel

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1 LEDs.
2 Locking screws for the bracket for hanging or placement.
3 Vents.
4 Control panel and connections.

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Control panel and connections

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5 Display.
6 DMX indicator: Flashes when the device is configured for ‘DMX’ mode, but not receiving a DMX signal. If no DMX

cable is connected, the DMX indicator lights continuously.

7 [Mode]

Activates the main menu for selecting the operating mode.

8 [Setup]

Selects an option of the respective operating mode.

9 [Up]

Increases the displayed value by one.

10 [Down]

Decreases the displayed value by one.

11 Microphone for sound control.
12 [DMX In]

DMX input.

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13 [DMX Out]

DMX output.

14 [Power Out]

IEC chassis socket to feed another device with mains voltage.

15 [Power In]

IEC chassis plug for the power cable. Below, the range of the allowable operating voltage is specified.

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7 Operating

Connect the device to the power supply to start operation. After a few seconds, the display
indicates that a reset is in progress. The device is then ready for use.

Press [Mode] to activate the main menu and select an operating mode. If you don't press any
button for about ten seconds the display turns off. Press any button to turn the display back on
again. The previously called menu is displayed again.

The set values are retained during a power supply interruption.

Starting the device

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A preprogrammed automatic show can only be activated when the unit is operating in stand
alone mode or as master in a master / slave combination. This setting is only relevant if the
device is not controlled via DMX.

Press [Mode] repeatedly until the display shows ‘Pr.xx’ . Press [Setup] and use [Up] and [Down]
to select a value between ‘Pr.01’ and ‘Pr.10’. The following table shows the available pro‐
grammes.

Programme Description

‘Pr.01’ Constant colour
‘Pr.02’ Fading seven colours
‘Pr.03’ Fading three colours
‘Pr.04’ Rapid change seven colours
‘Pr.05’ Rapid change three colours
‘Pr.06’ Random 1
‘Pr.07’ Random 2
‘Pr.08’ Fading red only

Operating mode ‘Preprog‐
rammed automatic show’

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Programme Description

‘Pr.09’ Fading green only
‘Pr.10’ Fading blue only

Settings for programme 01:

For ‘Pr.01’ , you can choose from 7 predefined colours. After programme selection, press
[Setup]. With [Up] and [Down] you can now select one of the colour settings ‘1.––r’ to ‘8.00F’,

see the following table.

Value Colour setting

‘1.––r’ Red
‘2.–rg’ Red + green
‘3.––g’ Green
‘4.–gb’ Green + blue
‘5.––b’ Blue

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Value Colour setting

‘6.–rb’ Red + blue
‘7.rgb’ Red + green + blue
‘8.00F’ No function

Press again [Setup ] to set the brightness of the colours and the flash frequency for the strobe
effect. Depending on the mode, the display shows one of the following values: ‘rxxx’ , ‘gxxx’,

‘bxxx’ or ‘FSxx’. With [Up] and [Down] you can now select a value between ‘SPFS00’ (slow) and
‘FS99’ (fast).

Settings for programmes 02 to 10:

After colour selection, press [Setup ] to set the programme progress speed. The display shows

‘SP.xx’ . With [Up] and [Down] you can now select a value between ‘SP.01’ (slow) and ‘SP.99’

(fast) as well as ‘SP.FL’ (strobe effect).
To set the flash frequency for the strobe effect, press again [Setup]. The display shows ‘FSxx’ .

With [Up] and [Down] you can now select a value between ‘SPFS00’ (slow) and ‘FS99’ (fast).

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Automatic operation can only be activated when the unit is operating in stand alone mode or
as master in a master / slave combination. This setting is only relevant if the device is not con‐
trolled via DMX.

Press [Mode] repeatedly until the display shows ‘Auto’ . All available programmes are played in
an endless loop, playback starts automatically.

Press [Setup ] to set the programme progress speed. The display shows ‘SP.xx’ . With [Up] and
[Down] you can now select a value between ‘SP.01’ (slow) and ‘SP.FL’ (fast).

To set the flash frequency for the strobe effect, press again [Setup]. The display shows ‘FSxx’ .
With [Up] and [Down] you can now select a value between ‘SPFS00’ (slow) and ‘FS99’ (fast).

To adjust the fade function, press again [Setup]. The display shows ‘Fdxx’ . With [Up] and
[Down] you can now select a value between ‘Fd00’ (slow fading) and ‘Fd99’ (fast fading).

This setting is only relevant if the device is working as Slave in a Master / Slave configuration
and is not controlled via DMX.

Press [Mode] repeatedly until the display shows ‘SLAv’ .

Operating mode ‘Auto’

Operating mode ‘Slave’

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Sound control can only be activated when the unit is operating in stand alone mode or as
master in a master / slave combination. This setting is only relevant if the device is not con‐
trolled via DMX.

Press [Mode] repeatedly until the display shows ‘SU.xx’ . This activates the sound controlled
automatic show.

Press [Setup] and use [Up] and [Down] to adjust the sensitivity for the sound control in a range
of ‘SU.00’ …‘SU.31’.

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This setting is only relevant if the device is controlled via DMX.
Press [Mode] repeatedly until the display shows ‘d.xxx’ .
Now you can set the number of the first DMX channel to be used by the device (DMX address).

Use [Up] and [Down] to select a value in a range of ‘d.001’ …‘d.512’.
Make sure that this number matches the configuration of your DMX controller. The following

table shows the highest possible DMX address for the various DMX modes

Mode Highest possible DMX address

3-channel 510
4-channel 509
8-channel 505

Press [Setup]. With [Up] and [Down] you can now select one of the following DMX operating
modes:

n ‘3-ch’ (three channels)
n ‘4-ch’ (four channels)
n ‘8-ch’ (eight channels)

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Channel Value Function

1 0…255 Intensity Red (0 %…100 %)
2 0…255 Intensity Green (0 %…100 %)
3 0…255 Intensity Blue (0 %…100 %)

Channel Value Function

1 0…255 Dimmer (0 %…100 %)
2 0…255 Intensity Red (0 %…100 %)
3 0…255 Intensity Green (0 %…100 %)
4 0…255 Intensity Blue (0 %…100 %)

Functions in 3-channel DMX
mode

Functions in 4-channel DMX
mode

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In 8-channel mode, multiple devices can be grouped through an identical DMX address. Press
[Setup] and assign an ID in a range of ‘Id.01’ …‘Id.66’. You can directly control single or mul‐
tiple devices through the assigned ID via channel 7.

Channel Value Function

1 0…255 Dimmer (0 %…100 %)
2 0…255 Intensity Red (0 %…100 %), if channel 6 = 0

If channel 6 = 1…24: Constant colour, hue is defined via channel 2
0…8 Red: 255
9…17 Red: 255, Green: 50
18…26 Red: 255, Green: 150
27…35 Red: 255, Green: 255
36…44 Red: 200, Green 255
45…53 Red: 100, Green: 255

Functions in 8-channel DMX
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Channel Value Function

54…62 Red: 40, Green: 255
63…71 Green: 255
72…80 Green: 255, Blue: 50
81…89 Green: 255, Blue: 150
90…98 Green: 255, Blue: 255
99…107 Green: 150, Blue: 255
108…116 Green: 50, Blue: 255
117…125 Blue: 255
126…134 Red: 50, Blue: 255
135…143 Red: 150, Blue: 255
144…152 Red: 255, Blue: 255
153…161 Red: 220, Blue: 255
162…170 Red: 150, Green: 50, Blue: 100

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Channel Value Function

171…179 Red: 50, Green: 180, Blue: 220
180…188 Red: 50, Green: 220, Blue: 100
189…197 Red: 150, Green: 220
198…206 Red: 150, Blue: 220
207…215 Green: 180, Blue: 220
216…224 Green: 220, Blue: 50
225…233 Red: 220, Green: 100, Blue: 50
234…242 Red: 220, Green: 200, Blue: 100
243…251 Red: 255, Green: 200, Blue: 150
252…255 Red: 255, Green: 255, Blue: 255
If channel 6 = 25…249: Programme progress speed
0…255 Slow…fast
If channel 6 = 250…255: Sound control response characteristic

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Channel Value Function

0…255 Slow…fast
3 0…255 Intensity Green (0 %…100 %), if channel 6 = 0
4 0…255 Intensity Blue (0 %…100 %), if channel 6 = 0
5 0…9 No function

10…255 Strobe effect flash frequency, slow…fast
6 0 RGB mix, constant, colour setting via channel 2…4

1…24 Constant colour, setting via channel 2

25…49 Programme Pr02, fading seven colours

50…74 Programme Pr03, fading three colours

75…99 Programme Pr04, rapid change seven colours

100…124 Programme Pr05, rapid change three colours

125…149 Programme Pr06, random 1

150…174 Programme Pr07, random 2

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Channel Value Function

175…199 Programme Pr08, fading red only

200…224 Programme Pr09, fading green only

225…249 Programme Pr10, fading blue only

250…255 Sound control
7 You can directly control single or multiple devices of a group via channel 7 by assigning the same ID.

0…9 ID1…ID66

10…19 ID1

20…29 ID2

30…39 ID3

40…49 ID4

50…59 ID5

60…69 ID6

70…79 ID7

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Channel Value Function

80…89 ID8

90…99 ID9

100…109 ID10

110…119 ID11

120…129 ID12

130…139 ID13

140…149 ID14

150…159 ID15

160…169 ID16

170…179 ID17

180…189 ID18

190…199 ID19

200…209 ID20

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Channel Value Function

210 ID21

211 ID22

212 ID23

… …

254 ID65

255 ID66
8 0…250 No function

251…255 Delayed LED power-up

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Menu overview

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8 Technical specifications

LEDs 48 × red, 10 mm

51 × green, 10 mm
51 × blue, 10 mm

Dispersion angle LED Flood Panel 150 20°, item no. 235358: 20°

LED Flood Panel 150 40°, item no. 235359: 40°
Number of DMX channels 3, 4, 8
Operating supply voltage

AC 230 V , 50 Hz
Power consumption 18 W
Dimensions (W × D × H) 260 mm × 68 mm × 210 mm
Weight 1.8 kg

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9 Plug and connection assignments

This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐
ment 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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10 Troubleshooting

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.

In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you
some suggestions for easy troubleshooting:

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Symptom Remedy

The unit does not work, no light Check the mains connection and the main fuse.
No response to the DMX con‐

troller

1. If the unit is in DMX mode and a DMX controller is
connected and turned on, the LED (6) behind the first
digit of the display will flash. If it doesn't, no valid DMX
signal is received. Check that the DMX controller is
switched on. Check the DMX connectors and cables for
proper connection.

2. If the display is not flashing but there is still no
response, check the address settings and the DMX
polarity.

3. Try using another DMX controller.

4. Check to see if the DMX cables run near or alongside
to high voltage cables that may cause damage or inter‐
ference to DMX interface circuits.

No response to the remote con‐
trol

1. Try using the remote control at a different angle to the
IR sensor on the front panel of the device.

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Symptom Remedy

2. Move the remote control closer to the unit.

3. Check the remote control battery.

If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You
can find the contact information at www.thomann.de.

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11 Cleaning

Clean the optical lenses, that are accessible from the outside, regularly in order to optimize the
light output. The frequency of cleaning depends on the operating environment: wet, smoky or
particularly dirty surroundings can cause more accumulation of dirt on the optics of the
device.

n Clean with a soft cloth using our lamp and lens cleaner (item no. 280122).
n Always dry the parts carefully.

Optical lenses

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12 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 mate‐
rial

Disposal of your old device

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Musikhaus Thomann e.K. · Treppendorf 30 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de