TMB t-light User Manual

Revised 102814

T-Light

User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Information....................................................................................... 3

Preparation for Use..................................................................................... 5

DMX Setup.................................................................................................. 8

Controller Operation................................................................................... 11

Technical Specifications............................................................................. 12

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Important: This product is for professional use only! It is not
for household use.

The T-Light presents risks of injury due to fire, heat, electric shock,
ultraviolet radiation, and falling. Flashing lights are known to trigger
epileptic seizures in persons who are photosensitive. Read this
manual before powering or installing the fixture, follow the safety
precautions listed below and observe all warnings in this manual and
printed on the fixture.

PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK

• Always disconnect the fixture from AC power and allow the flash
capacitors to discharge for 5 minutes before handling the fixture,
lamp, fuse, and when not in use.

• Only remove rear cover to change fuse. There are no user­serviceable parts inside. Always return cover to the fixture before
powering.

• Always ground (earth) the fixture electrically.

• Use only a source of AC power that complies with local building and

electrical codes and has both overload and ground fault protection
inside.

• Fixture has an IP 34 rating protecting it from dust and nozzled water
only.

• Replace the lamp only as described and have it replaced by a TMB
service technician.

• Use of a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt is recommended for all
installations.

• Should any kind of liquid or material penetrate the unit, terminate
operation immediately, then unplug the unit from its power outlet
and contact TMB for service.

AVOID UV RADIATION, BURNS, FIRE

• Never operate the fixture with the front glass open, missing, or
damaged.

• Do not stare directly into the light. Never look at an exposed lamp
while lit.

• Replace the lamp when it becomes defective or worn out.

• When replacing the lamp, allow the fixture to cool for at least 20

minutes before opening the fixture or removing the lamp.

• Never attempt to bypass the fuse. Always replace defective fuses
with ones of the specified type and rating.

• Verify that the power feed cable is rated for the current draw of all

connected fixtures.

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• Keep all combustible materials (e.g., fabric, wood, paper) at least 1
meter (40 inches) away from the fixture. Keep flammable materials
away from the fixture.

• Do not illuminate surfaces within 1 meter (40 inches) of the fixture.

• Provide minimum clearance of 1 meter (40 inches) around fixture.

• Never place filters or other materials over the front glass cover.

• The exterior of the fixture can reach temperatures up to 120˚C
(248˚F). Allow the fixture to cool for at least 20 minutes before

handling.

• Check power connections frequently for proper connections.

• Improper connection may cause fire due to unit’s high power

consumption.

PREVENT MECHANICAL SHOCKS

• When suspending the fixture above ground level, verify that the
structure can hold at least 10 times the weight of all installed
devices.

• Verify that all external covers and rigging hardware are securely
fastened and use an approved means of secondary attachment
such as a safety cable.

• Block access below the work area whenever installing or removing

the fixture.

PREVENT SEIZURES

• Do not operate the fixture near stairways.

• Provide advance notice that strobe lighting is in use.

• Avoid extended periods of continuous flashing, particularly at

frequencies of10 to 20 flashes per second.