thomann PicoWash 40 Pixel Quad LED, fungeneration PicoWash 40Z Pixel Quad User Manual

PicoWash 40 Pixel

Quad LED

moving head

user manual

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

25.01.2017, ID: 372705

Table of contents

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

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

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

1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 8

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

3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 16

4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 17

5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 21

6 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 23

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

7.1 Starting the device........................................................................................................................... 26

7.2 Function selection........................................................................................................................... 27

7.2.1 DMX menu...................................................................................................................................... 28

7.2.2 Scene menu.................................................................................................................................... 31

7.2.3 Programme menu........................................................................................................................ 34

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7.3 Settings menu................................................................................................................................... 36

7.4 Functions in 3-channel DMX mode (8-bit).............................................................................. 44

7.5 Functions in 8-channel DMX mode (16-bit)........................................................................... 44

7.6 Functions in 13-channel DMX mode (16-bit)......................................................................... 47

7.7 Functions in 25-channel DMX mode (16-bit)......................................................................... 50

8 Remote control......................................................................................................................................... 54

9 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 57

10 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 58

11 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 59

12 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 61

13 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 62

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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’.

Text inputs that are carried out on the device are indicated by typewriter font.

Example: 2323

Letterings

Displays

Text input

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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 Ä ‘Cross-references’ on page 7.

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.

Cross-references

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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.

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.

Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – high-voltage.

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Warning signs Type of danger

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.

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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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 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 particularly suitable for professional lighting tasks, for example at events,
on rock stages, in theatres and musicals, in discotheques as well as for mobile DJ's and enter‐
tainer.

Special features of the device:

n Two movable axles with 8 or 16 bit resolution:

– Tilt (180°)
– Pan (540°)

n Pan and Tilt invertible
n 4 × 10 W Quad Colour RGBW LEDs
n Beam angle 28°
n Control via DMX (3, 8, 13 or 25 channels) and via buttons and display on the unit
n 9 preprogrammed automatic shows
n Sound control
n Electronic dimmer 0…100%
n Shutter frequency 0…20 Hz
n Omega bracket and infrared remote control 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.

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

You can install the device on the wall, ceiling or floor.
The threads on the housing bottom are used to secure the supplied Omega bracket or truss

clamps.

Mounting options

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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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6 Connections and operating elements

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1 Light aperture.
2 Fan.
3 IEC chassis plug for the mains cable with fuse holder.
4 [DMX Out]

DMX output.

5 [DMX In]

DMX input.
6 Infrared sensor for receiving remote control signals.
7 Microphone for sound control.
8 [ENTER]

Calls the menu for the respective operation mode, confirms a set value.
9 [DOWN]

Decreases the displayed value by one and selects menu items.

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10 [UP]

Increases the displayed value by one and selects menu items.

11 [MODE]

Calls the settings menu, skips one menu level back and closes an opened submenu without saving any changes.

12 Display.

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7 Operating

7.1 Starting the device

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.

Connect the device to the power supply to start operation. After a few seconds, the fans start
to work, the head moves to the home positions for rotation (pan) and inclination (tilt). After
some more seconds, ‘Addr:XXX NoSignal’ is flashing in the display. The device is now opera‐
tional.

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7.2 Function selection

Press repeatedly [DOWN] while ‘A001’ is flashing in the display to call one of 8 preprogrammed
scenes, one of 8 programmes or to set the device to sound-controlled mode.

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7.2.1 DMX menu

Press [ENTER] while ‘Addr:XXX NoSignal’ is flashing in the display to select the DMX menu. Press
[ENTER] to call the first menu item.

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The display shows ‘DMX Addr’ . Press [ENTER] to then select with [UP] and [DOWN] the first DMX
channel to be used by the device (DMX address) in a range between 001 to max. 509.

When the display shows the desired value press [ENTER] to save the setting and then [DOWN]
to change to the next menu item. To change the menu item without making changes, press
[MODE].

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 channels 509
8 channels 504
13 channels 487
25 channels 499

DMX address

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The display shows ‘Channels Select’ . Press [ENTER] to then select with [UP] and [DOWN] the
number of DMX channels to be used by the device. Control via 3, 8, 13 or 25 channels is avail‐
able.

When the display shows the desired value press [ENTER] to save the setting and then [DOWN]
to change to the next menu item. To change the menu item without making changes, press
[MODE].

The display shows ‘DMX Break’ . Press [ENTER] to then select with [UP] and [DOWN] one of the
options for the behaviour of the device in case the DMX connection is interrupted. Choose
‘Hold’ if you want the device in that case to maintain the state that corresponds to the last
received DMX signal. Choose ‘Hold’ if you want the device in that case to perform an automatic
run. Choose ‘Sound’ if you want the device in that case to perform a sound-controlled auto‐
matic run. Choose ‘Sound’ if you want the device in that case to return to its home position.

When the display shows the desired value press [ENTER] to save the setting and then [MODE]
twice to return to the function selection. To change the menu item without making changes,
press [MODE].

Selecting the number of DMX
channels

DMX break

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7.2.2 Scene menu

Press [DOWN] while ‘Addr:XXX NoSignal’ is flashing in the display to select the scene ‘Red
Alone’. Press [ENTER] twice to open the Scene menu and to change scene parameters as
desired.

With [UP] and [DOWN] you can select the menu items explained in the following table; press
ENTER to call the respectively connected function. Use [UP] and [DOWN] to change the respec‐
tively indicated value. When the display shows the desired value press [ENTER] to save the set‐
tings. With [MODE,] you get to the parent menu level.

Display Description Value range

Dimmer Overall intensity of all 4 LEDs 0 (low) – 255 (high)
Strobe Strobe frequency 10 (slow) – 255 (fast)

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Display Description Value range

PanMSB Rotation 0 – 255
PanLSB Fine tuning Rotation 0 and 255
PanSPD Rotation speed 0 (fast) – 255 (slow)
TiltMSB Inclination 0 – 255
TiltLSB Fine tuning Inclination 0 and 255
TiltSPD Tilting motion speed 0 (fast) – 255 (slow)
Strobe1 Strobe frequency LED bottom right 10 (slow) – 255 (fast)
Red1 Intensity ‘Red’ LED bottom right 0 (off) – 255 (max.)
Green1 Intensity ‘Green’ LED bottom right 0 (off) – 255 (max.)
Blue1 Intensity ‘Blue’ LED bottom right 0 (off) – 255 (max.)
White1 Intensity ‘White’ LED bottom right 0 (off) – 255 (max.)
Strobe2 Strobe frequency LED bottom left 10 (slow) – 255 (fast)
Red2 Intensity ‘Red’ LED bottom left 0 (off) – 255 (max.)

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Display Description Value range

Green2 Intensity ‘Green’ LED bottom left 0 (off) – 255 (max.)
Blue2 Intensity ‘Blue’ LED bottom left 0 (off) – 255 (max.)
White2 Intensity ‘White’ LED bottom left 0 (off) – 255 (max.)
Strobe3 Strobe frequency LED top left 10 (slow) – 255 (fast)
Red3 Intensity ‘Red’ LED top left 0 (off) – 255 (max.)
Green3 Intensity ‘Green’ LED top left 0 (off) – 255 (max.)
Blue3 Intensity ‘Blue’ LED top left 0 (off) – 255 (max.)
White3 Intensity ‘White’ LED top left 0 (off) – 255 (max.)
Strobe4 Strobe frequency LED top right 10 (slow) – 255 (fast)
Red4 Intensity ‘Red’ LED top right 0 (off) – 255 (max.)
Green4 Intensity ‘Green’ LED top right 0 (off) – 255 (max.)
Blue4 Intensity ‘Blue’ LED top right 0 (off) – 255 (max.)
White4 Intensity ‘White’ LED top right 0 (off) – 255 (max.)

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Any ‘Strobe’ setting except ‘0’ overrides settings ‘Strobe1–4’ for individual LEDs.

If you have left the menu and ‘Red Alone’ is displayed again, press [DOWN] to consecutively
select the scenes ‘Green Alone’, ‘Blue Alone’, ‘White Alone’, ‘Yellow Alone’, ‘Cyan Alone’, ‘Purple
Alone’, ‘Red Alone’ and ‘AllWhite Alone’ which you can change as described.

7.2.3 Programme menu

Press repeatedly [DOWN] while ‘Addr:XXX NoSignal’ is flashing in the display to select one of
the 9 preprogrammed shows ‘Prog 1’ to ‘Prog 9’. Press [ENTER] twice to open the Programme
menu and to change show parameters as desired.

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The display shows ‘Speed’ . Press [ENTER] to then select with [UP] and [DOWN] a value between
000 and 255 for the process speed of the show.

When the display shows the desired value press [ENTER] to save the settings. To change the
menu item without making changes, press [MODE].

Press [DOWN]. The display shows ‘Dimmer’ . Press [ENTER] to then select with [UP] and [DOWN]
a value between 000 and 255 for the light intensity of the show.

When the display shows the desired value press [ENTER] to save the settings. To change the
menu item without making changes, press [MODE].

Speed

Dimmer

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Press [DOWN]. The display shows ‘Strobe’ . Press [ENTER] to then select with [UP] and [DOWN] a
value between 010 and 255 for the strobe frequency of the show. Values between 000 and 009
have no function here.

When the display shows the desired value press [ENTER] to save the settings. To change the
menu item without making changes, press [MODE]. Press [MODE] twice to return to the func‐
tion selection.

7.3 Settings menu

In this menu you can configure the device according your liking. All previous settings are
retained even when you switch the device off and disconnect it from the mains. Press [MODE]
and confirm with [ENTER] to open the settings menu ‘Set Menu’ .

Strobe

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Press [ENTER] to call the first menu item ‘Reload Default’ . With this function, you can reset the
device to factory default setting. All your previously adjusted settings are thereby being irre‐
trievably erased.

If you want to enable this function use [UP] and [DOWN] to select ‘ON’ and confirm with
[ENTER]. If you want to disable this function use [UP] and [DOWN] to select ‘OFF’ and confirm
with [ENTER].

Press, if necessary repeatedly, [DOWN] and confirm with [ENTER] to call the menu item ‘Reset
Machine’ . Use this function to reset positions and colours to their respective programmed
parameters.

If you want to execute this function use [UP] and [DOWN] to select ‘ON’ and confirm with
[ENTER]. If you do not want to execute this function select ‘OFF’ and confirm with [ENTER].

Press, if necessary repeatedly, [DOWN] and confirm with [ENTER] to call the menu item ‘Master
& Alone’ . Use this function to specify whether the device operates as ‘Master’ and controls
other units, or works in ‘Stand-alone’ mode.

Use [UP] and [DOWN] to select the desired function and confirm with [ENTER].

Resetting to factory defaults

Reset Machine

Master and Stand-alone opera‐
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Press, if necessary repeatedly, [DOWN] and confirm with [ENTER] to call the menu item ‘Auto &
Sound’ . Use this function to specify whether the device operates in Auto mode or sound-con‐

trolled.
Use [UP] and [DOWN] to select the desired function and confirm with [ENTER].

Press, if necessary repeatedly, [DOWN] and confirm with [ENTER] to call the menu item

‘MICSense’ . Use this function to specify the sensitivity of the built-in microphone for sound-

control.
Use [UP] and [DOWN] to select the desired sensitivity and confirm with [ENTER].

Press, if necessary repeatedly, [DOWN] and confirm with [ENTER] to call the menu item ‘Clear
Display’ . Use this function to specify whether you want the display to be always bright or if it
should dim out after approx. 25 seconds. When the display is dimmed, press any button to
restore full illumination.

Use [UP] and [DOWN] to select ‘Always On’ if the display should always light up bright. Choose

‘Delay Off’ if the display should dim out after approx. 25 seconds. Confirm with [ENTER].

Auto and Sound

Microphone sensitivity

Clear Display

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Press, if necessary repeatedly, [DOWN] and confirm with [ENTER] to call the menu item ‘Key
Lock’ . Use this function to specify whether the buttons on the device are being automatically

locked against unintentional operation 30 seconds after the last operation.
Use [UP] and [DOWN] to select ‘Lock: On’ if the buttons should get locked. Select ‘Lock: Off’ if

the buttons should not get locked. Confirm with [ENTER].

To unlock the buttons during operation for 30 seconds, press successively [MODE],
[DOWN], [UP] and [ENTER].

Press, if necessary repeatedly, [DOWN] and confirm with [ENTER] to call the menu item

‘Information’ .

Use [UP] and [DOWN] to display information about manufacturer, model no. date and time of
production. Press [ENTER] to return to the parent menu level.

Key Lock

Information

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Press, if necessary repeatedly, [DOWN] and confirm with [ENTER] to call the menu item

‘Machine Timer’ .

The display shows ‘ThisTime’ . Press [ENTER] to display the time since the last power-up. An ‘M’
behind the numerical value stands for minutes, an ‘H’ stands for hours. Press [ENTER] to clear
the display.

Press [DOWN]. The display shows ‘TotlTime’ . Press [ENTER] to display the entire elapsed oper‐
ating hours. Press [ENTER] to clear the display.

Press [DOWN]. The display shows ‘ClearTotal’ . Press [ENTER] and use [UP] and [DOWN] to enter
the password to delete the entire elapsed operating time. Upon delivery, the password is

‘001’ . The display shows ‘ClearTotal:No’. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to set the display to
‘ClearTotal:OK’ . Press [ENTER] to delete the entire elapsed operating hours.

Press, if necessary repeatedly, [MODE] until the display shows ‘Machine Timer’ again.

Operating hours counter

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Press, if necessary repeatedly, [DOWN] and confirm with [ENTER] to call the menu item ‘Motor
Set’ . This function allows you to specify whether the LEDs light up in DMX mode during the

movements of the device head or not.
The display shows ‘Motor Set’ . Press [ENTER] to select the function ‘Move Blackout’ and confirm

with [ENTER]. Then use [UP] or [DOWN] to select ‘ON’ and press [ENTER] to enable this function
(LEDs ‘off’ on DMX-controlled movements). Select ‘OFF’ and press [ENTER] to disable this func‐
tion (LEDs ‘on’ on DMX-controlled movements).

Press, if necessary repeatedly, [MODE] until the display shows ‘Motor Set’ again.

Press [DOWN], repeatedly if necessary, and confirm with [ENTER] to call up the menu item

. Press [ENTER] again. The display shows . Use [UP] and [DOWN] to select and

press [ENTER]. This function allows you to specify whether the Pan and Tilt movements should
be inverted.

Press [ENTER] to call up the function. Use [UP] and [DOWN] to call up ‘PAN’ or ‘TILT’ and press
[ENTER]. Under menu item ‘rEV’ , you can now use ‘no’ or ‘yes’ to carry out the desired setting
for the inverting.

Press [MODE], repeatedly if necessary, until the display shows again.

Motor Set

Pan / Tilt inverting

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Press, if necessary repeatedly, [DOWN] and confirm with [ENTER] to call the menu item ‘Record
Scene’ . Here you can assign the scene currently performed by the device to one of 8 memory

locations for the scenes ‘Red’ , ‘Green’, ‘Blue’, ‘White’, ‘Yellow’, ‘Cyan’, ‘Purple’ and ‘AllWhite’.
Press [ENTER] and use [UP] and [DOWN] to select the desired memory location. Press [ENTER]

and use [UP] and [DOWN] to select ‘Yes’ . Confirm with [ENTER] to save the scene. This will over‐
write the previously saved parameters for this scene.

Press, if necessary repeatedly, [MODE] until the display shows ‘Record Scene’ again.

Recording scenes

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Press, if necessary repeatedly, [DOWN] and confirm with [ENTER] to call the menu item

‘Advance Menu’ . Here you can change the password that protects the access to some menu

options to prevent unauthorized access. The display shows ‘Warning’ .
Press [UP] or [DOWN] and confirm with [ENTER] to call the menu item ‘PassWordManage’ . Keep

[DOWN] pressed until PUK Code ‘638’ is displayed. Press ‘ENTER’. The display shows ‘Modify
P.W.’ . Confirm with [ENTER]. The display shows the current password. Use [UP] and [DOWN] to

select a new password and press ‘ENTER’ to save it.
Press repeatedly [MODE] to return to the respectively parent menu level or to leave the menu.

If you have entered an incorrect PUK code ‘PassWord Err!!!’ is flashing three times in
the display. Then enter the correct PUK code.

Advanced menu

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7.4 Functions in 3-channel DMX mode (8-bit)

Channel Value Function

1 0…255 Rotation (pan) (0° up to the maximum value of the Pan range of 540°)
2 0…255 Inclination (tilt) (0° up to the maximum value of the Tilt range of 180°)
3 0…255 Master dimmer 0 – 100%

7.5 Functions in 8-channel DMX mode (16-bit)

Channel Value Function

1 0…255 Rotation (pan) (0° up to the maximum value of the Pan range of 540°)
2 0…255 Fine adjustment rotation (pan)
3 0…255 Inclination (tilt) (0° up to the maximum value of the Tilt range of 180°)
4 0…255 Fine adjustment inclination (tilt)

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Channel Value Function

5 0…255 Motor speed (fast to slow)
6 0…255 Master dimmer 0 – 100%
7 0…255 000…049 No function

050…059 Red
060‐…069 Green
070…079 Blue
080…089 White
090…099 Yellow
100…109 Cyan
110…119 Purple
120…129 All White
130…139 Empty
140…149 Programme 1

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Channel Value Function

150…159 Programme 2
160…169 Programme 3
170…179 Programme 4
180…189 Programme 5
190…199 Programme 6
200…209 Programme 7
210…219 Programme 8
220…229 Programme 9
230…233 Empty
234…236 Reset
237…249 Empty
250…255 Sound-controlled mode

8 0…255 Speed / Sensitivity

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7.6 Functions in 13-channel DMX mode (16-bit)

Channel Value Function

1 0…255 Rotation (pan) (0° up to the maximum value of the Pan range of 540°)
2 0…255 Fine adjustment rotation (pan)
3 0…255 Inclination (tilt) (0° up to the maximum value of the Tilt range of 180°)
4 0…255 Fine adjustment inclination (tilt)
5 0…255 Motor speed (fast to slow)
6 0…255 Master dimmer 0 – 100%
7 0…255 000…009 No function (open)

010…255 Strobe, slow to fast (1 Hz – 25 Hz)
8 0…255 Red Dimmer 0 – 100%
9 0…255 Green Dimmer 0 – 100%
10 0…255 Blue Dimmer 0 – 100%

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Channel Value Function

11 0…255 White Dimmer 0 – 100%
12 0…255 000…049 No function

050…059 Red

060…069 Green

070…079 Blue

080…089 White

090…099 Yellow

100…109 Cyan

110…119 Purple

120…129 All White

130…139 Empty

140…149 Programme 1

150…159 Programme 2

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Channel Value Function

160…169 Programme 3

170…179 Programme 4

180…189 Programme 5

190…199 Programme 6

200…209 Programme 7

210…219 Programme 8

220…229 Programme 9

230…233 Empty

234…236 Reset

237…249 Empty

250…255 Sound-controlled mode
13 0…255 Speed / Sensitivity

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7.7 Functions in 25-channel DMX mode (16-bit)

Channel Value Function

1 0…255 Rotation (pan) (0° up to the maximum value of the Pan range of 540°)
2 0…255 Fine adjustment rotation (pan)
3 0…255 Inclination (tilt) (0° up to the maximum value of the Tilt range of 180°)
4 0…255 Fine adjustment inclination (tilt)
5 0…255 Motor speed (fast to slow)
6 0…255 Master dimmer 0 – 100%
7 0…255 000…009 No function (open)

010…255 Strobe, slow to fast (1 Hz – 25 Hz)
8 0…255 LED 1 Red Dimmer 0 – 100%
9 0…255 LED 1 Green Dimmer 0 – 100%
10 0…255 LED 1 Blue Dimmer 0 – 100%

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Channel Value Function

11 0…255 LED 1 White Dimmer 0 – 100%
12 0…255 LED 2 Red Dimmer 0 – 100%
13 0…255 LED 2 Green Dimmer 0 – 100%
14 0…255 LED 2 Blue Dimmer 0 – 100%
15 0…255 LED 2 White Dimmer 0 – 100%
16 0…255 LED 3 Red Dimmer 0 – 100%
17 0…255 LED 3 Green Dimmer 0 – 100%
18 0…255 LED 3 Blue Dimmer 0 – 100%
19 0…255 LED 3 White Dimmer 0 – 100%
20 0…255 LED 4 Red Dimmer 0 – 100%
21 0…255 LED 4 Green Dimmer 0 – 100%
22 0…255 LED 4 Blue Dimmer 0 – 100%
23 0…255 LED 4 White Dimmer 0 – 100%

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Channel Value Function

24 0…255 000…049 No function

050…059 Red

060‐…069 Green

070…079 Blue

080…089 White

090…099 Yellow

100…109 Cyan

110…119 Purple

120…129 All White

130…139 Empty

140…149 Programme 1

150…159 Programme 2

160…169 Programme 3

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Channel Value Function

170…179 Programme 4

180…189 Programme 5

190…199 Programme 6

200…209 Programme 7

210…219 Programme 8

220…229 Programme 9

230…233 Empty

234…236 Reset

237…249 Empty

250…255 Sound-controlled mode
25 0…255 Speed / Sensitivity

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8 Remote control

To use the remote control, point it with the infrared diode to the infrared sensor on the unit
and press the desired buttons. The maximum distance from the unit is about 9 m. The device
will only respond to the remote control signals if it is not controlled via DMX.

1 [STAND BY]

Stops the automatic mode and blackouts the unit. The display shows ‘Stop’ . In this
mode, the device responds to the remote control.

2 [Dimmer + / –]

Adjusts the light intensity between 0 and 100%. Press repeatedly [Dimmer +] or keep the
button pressed to increase the light intensity. Press repeatedly [ Dimmer–] or keep the
button pressed to decrease the light intensity.

3 [SOUND OFF]

Deactivates the sound-control.

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4 [SHOW]

To call one of the 9 preprogrammed automatic shows, press this button followed by the
number button 1 – 9 for the desired show. To cancel a show, press [STAND BY].

5 [SOUND ON]

Activates the ‘Sound Control’ mode.

6 Number buttons

These buttons allow you to trim the rotation (X) and tilt (Y) of the device head:
Button 1: X– & Y+

Button 2: Y+
Button 3: X+ & Y+

Button 4: X–
Button 5: Centre
Button 6: X+

Button 7: X– & Y–
Button 8: Y–
Button 9: X+ & Y–

7 [STROBE]

Enables the Strobe function for the current light scene. Then press one of the number
buttons 2 – 9 for the desired strobe frequency. Press number button 1 to turn the strobe
function off.

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8 [COLOR]

To call various light scenes. Then press one of the number buttons 1 – 8 for the desired
light scene.

9 [FULL ON]

Press this button to call the light scene ‘FULL ON’ (= white light with full intensity).

10 [GOBO]

No function.

11 Infrared diode

Sends the infrared signals to the device.

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9 Technical specifications

Number of DMX channels 3, 8, 13, 25
LED 4 × 10 W Quad Colour RGBW LEDs
Beam angle 28°
Voltage supply

AC 100 – 240 V , 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 55 W (Full on)
Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 2 A, 250 V, fast-acting
Dimensions (W × H × D), when light beam

pointing upwards

162 mm × 228 mm × 174 mm

Weight 2.8 kg

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10 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’)

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11 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,
the fan does not run

Check the mains connection and the main fuse.

No response to the DMX con‐
troller

1. Check the DMX connectors and cables for proper con‐
nection.

2. 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.

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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12 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.

The fan grids of the device must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dust and dirt. Before
cleaning, switch off the device and disconnect AC-powered devices from the mains. Use a lint­free damp cloth for cleaning. Never use solvents or alcohol for cleaning.

Optical lenses

Fan grids

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13 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 these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that

they are fed to a recovery. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.

Batteries must not be disposed of as domestic waste or thrown into fire. Dispose of the bat‐
teries according to national or local regulations regarding hazardous waste. To protect the
environment, dispose of empty batteries at your retail store or at appropriate collection sites.

Disposal of the packaging mate‐
rial

Disposal of batteries

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

Dispose 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 your old device

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