Varytec LED Accu Pad 7, 390731 User Manual

LED Accu Pad 7

7x10W RGBAWUV

battery spot light

user manual

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

26.07.2017, ID: 390731

Table of contents

1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5

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

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

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

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

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

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

5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 20

6 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 23

7 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 31

7.1 Starting the device........................................................................................................................... 31

7.2 Main menu.......................................................................................................................................... 31

7.3 Menu overview................................................................................................................................. 37

7.4 Function in 1-channel DMX mode............................................................................................. 38

7.5 Functions in 2-channel DMX mode........................................................................................... 38

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7.6 Functions in 8-channel DMX mode........................................................................................... 39

7.7 Functions in 11-channel DMX mode........................................................................................ 40

8 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 43

9 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 44

10 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 45

11 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 48

12 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 49

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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’.

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. The
device is designed for professional 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 con‐
ditions 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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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.

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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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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NOTICE!
Possible damage due to incorrect storage

Deep discharge can cause batteries to become permanently damaged or lose
some of their capacity.

Before prolonged rest periods, charge the batteries to around 50 % of their
capacity and then switch the equipment off. Store the equipment at a tempera‐
ture between 10 °C and 32 °C in as dry an environment as possible. During
extended storage periods, charge the batteries to 50 % approximately every three
months.

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3 Features

The LED pad is suitable for almost all applications, for example in clubs, bars, small stages and
theatres. It is characterized by small size, solid construction also for use ‘on tour’ and enormous
power.

Special features of the device:

n 7 × 10 W RGBAWUV LEDs
n Ideal solution for flexible decorative illumination
n Built-in battery and wireless DMX module make wiring unnecessary
n Battery charge status indicator
n Operating time with full light output approx. 5 hours
n Control via DMX (four different modes), via buttons and display on the unit as well as IR

remote control

n Automatic mode and sound control
n Master / Slave operation
n Compatible with Stairville wireless DMX link (item # 366876, optionally available)

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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 two-piece mounting bracket with
locking screws 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.

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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 controls

Top side

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1 Locking screws for the mounting bracket.
2 Lateral air vents.
3 LEDs.
4 Bracket for floor placement or hanging.
5 Infrared sensor for receiving signals from the remote control.

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Side view

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6 Antenna for wireless DMX control.
7 [SIGNAL]

Indicator for successfully established wireless DMX connection.

8 [BATTERY INDICATOR]

Charge status indicator for built-in battery.

9 DMX antenna holder.
10 On / off switch.
11 IEC chassis plug with fuse holder. To replace the fuse, carefully take out the fuse holder with a small screwdriver,

replace the defective fuse with a new one of the same type and push the fuse holder back in until it snaps into place.

12 Connection for the power cable to supply additional devices.

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13 [MENU]: Calls up the main menu or a submenu.

: Button to increase the displayed value by one.
: Button to decrease the displayed value by one.

[ENTER]: Confirms a selected value.

14 Display.
15 [DMX OUT]

DMX output.

16 [DMX IN]

DMX input.

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Remote control

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17 [SLAVE]

Toggles operating modes ‘Master‘ and ‘Slave’.

18 [SPEED]

Activates the setting mode for the programme speed. Adjust the speed using the buttons [UP] and [DOWN] .

19 [UP / DOWN]

To select a desired program or increase / decrease a parameter value.

20 [0 … 9]

To make numeric settings.

21 [P], [W], [A], [R], [G], [B]

For direct colour selection.

22 [STROBE]

Turns the strobe function on / off.

23 [SOUND 1 & 2]

Activates sound-controlled mode 1 or 2

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24 [AUTO 1 & 2]

Activates the ‘preprogrammed automatic show’ 1 or 2.

25 [POWER]

Activates or deactivates the device.

26 [DMX]

Press once to set the DMX address. After pressing twice, the DMX mode can be set.

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7 Operating

7.1 Starting the device

Connect the device to the power grid. The built-in battery is now charging. If no segment of
the charge status indicator is lit, the battery is exhausted and must be charged. If all 5 seg‐
ments are lit, charging is complete. The device can be used during charging. Before discon‐
necting the device from the power supply, it should be fully charged. Press the on / off switch
to start operation.

7.2 Main menu

Press [MENU] to activate the main menu. Use

or to change the respectively displayed

value. When the display shows the desired value press [ENTER].

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Press [MENU]. Press or repeatedly until the display shows ‘AddR’. Press [ENTER]. Now you
can set the number of the first DMX channel to be used by the device (DMX address). Use or

to select a value between 1 and 512 (display shows‘A001’ …‘A512’).

When the display shows the desired value press [ENTER] to confirm the selection and then
[MENU] to return to the parent menu. To return to the parent menu without making changes,
press [MENU].

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

1-channel 512
2-channel 511
8-channel 505
11-channel 502

DMX address

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Press [MENU]. Press or repeatedly until the display shows ‘CHnd’. Press [ENTER]. Now use

or to select one of the following DMX operating modes:

n ‘1CH’ (one channel)
n ‘2CH’ (two channels)
n ‘8CH’ (eight channels)
n ‘11CH’ (eleven channels)

This setting is only relevant when the device is controlled via DMX. When the display shows
the desired value press [ENTER] to confirm the selection and then [MENU] to return to the
parent menu. To return to the parent menu without making changes, press [MENU].

Press [MENU]. Press or repeatedly until the display shows ‘Auto’. Press [ENTER]. Now use
or to select one of the 20 preprogrammed automatic shows ‘At01’ to ‘At20’. Press [ENTER].
Use or to select a value for the progress speed between 1 and 31 (display shows ‘SP1’…

‘SP31’ ). When the display shows the desired value press [ENTER] to confirm the selection and
then [MENU] to return to the parent menu. To return to the parent menu without making
changes, press [MENU].

This setting is only relevant if the device is not controlled via DMX. The device can operate in
stand-alone mode or control connected devices of the same type, that must be configured as
slaves. The auto show can only be activated on the master device.

DMX mode

Operating mode ‘Auto 1’ ~ ‘Auto
20’

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Press [MENU]. Press or repeatedly until the display shows ‘SLAV’. Press [ENTER]. ‘SLA’ is
flashing in the display. The device is now configured as slave and follows the settings of the
master device to which it is connected. Press [MENU] to return to the parent menu. This setting
is only relevant if the device is not controlled via DMX.

Press [MENU]. Press or repeatedly until the display shows ‘Soud’. Press [ENTER]. Now use
or to select one of the two sound modes ‘Sou1’ or ‘Sou2’. Press [ENTER]. Use or to select
a value for the microphone sensitivity between 0 and 99 (display shows ‘Se00’ …‘Se99’). When
the display shows the desired value press [ENTER] to confirm the selection and then [MENU] to
return to the parent menu. To return to the parent menu without making changes, press
[MENU].

Press [MENU]. Press or repeatedly until the display shows ‘ALLC’. Press [ENTER]. Use or
to select a value for the overall brightness of all colours between 000 and 255. Press [ENTER].
Now you can use or to select the colours red (‘r’), green (‘g’), blue (‘b’), white (‘U’), amber
(‘A’ ) and ultraviolet (‘L’), call them up with [ENTER] and then use or to set the desired
value between ‘000’ …‘255’. When the display shows the desired value press [ENTER] to con‐
firm the selection and then [MENU] to return to the parent menu. To return to the parent menu
without making changes, press [MENU].

Operating mode ‘Slave’

Sound control

Colour setting

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Press [MENU]. Press or repeatedly until the display shows ‘rSet’. Press [ENTER] to reset the
device to its factory default settings. This will erase all user settings. To return to the parent
menu, press [MENU].

Press [MENU]. Press or repeatedly until the display shows ‘CoLo’. Press [ENTER]. Now use
or to select one of the preset colours ‘CoL1’ or ‘CoL70’. When the display shows the desired
value press [ENTER] to confirm the selection and then [MENU] to return to the parent menu. To
return to the parent menu without making changes, press [MENU].

Press [MENU]. Press or repeatedly until the display shows ‘rELE’. Press [ENTER]. To discon‐
nect a current connection, keep or pressed until the display reaches ‘200’ and changes to

‘YES’ . This interrupts the existing wireless connection.
If you do not keep or pressed but press instead [ENTER] again, the display shows ‘UIFI’.

Press again [ENTER] to then use or to let the display show ‘on’ or ‘oFF’. Press [ENTER] while
the display shows ‘on’ , to enable the wireless module. Press [ENTER] while the display shows

‘oFF’ , to disable the wireless module.
When using the wireless DMX function, unfold the antenna for wireless DMX control from the

bracket and determine a proper alignment for transmission.

Reset to factory defaults

Colour selection

Enabling wireless DMX

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Press [MENU]. Press or repeatedly until the display shows ‘rEno’. Press [ENTER]. Use or
to now either enable (display shows ‘On’ ) or disable (display shows ‘OFF’) the remote control
function. When the display shows the desired value press [ENTER] to confirm the selection and
then [MENU] to return to the parent menu. To return to the parent menu without making
changes, press [MENU].

Press [MENU]. Press or repeatedly until the display shows ‘InFo’. Press [ENTER]. The display
now shows the current temperature. Press [MENU] to return to the parent menu.

Remote control

Temperature display

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7.3 Menu overview

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7.4 Function in 1-channel DMX mode

Channel Value Function

1 0…255 36 different colour macros

7.5 Functions in 2-channel DMX mode

Channel Value Function

1 0…255 Intensity (0 % to 100 %)
2 0…255 36 different colour macros

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7.6 Functions in 8-channel DMX mode

Channel Value Function

1 0…255 Intensity (0 % to 100 %)
2 0…255 Intensity red (0 % to 100 %)
3 0…255 Intensity green (0 % to 100 %)
4 0…255 Intensity blue (0 % to 100 %)
5 0…255 Intensity white (0 % to 100 %)
6 0…255 Intensity amber (0 % to 100 %)
7 0…255 Intensity ultraviolet (0 % to 100 %)
8 0…8 No function

9…255 Strobe frequency slow to fast

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7.7 Functions in 11-channel DMX mode

Channel Value Function

1 0…255 Intensity (0 % to 100 %)
2 0…255 Intensity red (0 % to 100 %)
3 0…255 Intensity green (0 % to 100 %)
4 0…255 Intensity blue (0 % to 100 %)
5 0…255 Intensity white (0 % to 100 %)
6 0…255 Intensity amber (0 % to 100 %)
7 0…255 Intensity ultraviolet (0 % to 100 %)
8 0…8 No function

9…255 Strobe frequency slow to fast

9 0…10 No function

11…20 Ramp-up

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Channel Value Function

21…30 Ramp-down
31…40 Ramp-up/Ramp-down
41…50 Colour-change fade (5 colours)
51…60 Colour-change flash (6 colours)
61…70 Colour-change flash (27 colours)
71…80 Colour-change flash (24 colours)

81…90 Colour-change fade (6 colours)
91…100 Colour-change fade (red-green; white-ultraviolet)
101…110 Colour-change fade (red-blue; white-amber)
111…120 Colour-change fade (green-blue; white)
121…255 Sound-controlled colour change
10 0…255 Setting the programme speed or microphone sensitivity

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Channel Value Function

11 0…127 Sound-controlled colour change (static)

128…255 Sound-controlled colour change (flash)

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8 Technical specifications

LEDs 7 × 6in1 LEDs (RGBWAUV), each 10 W
Beam angle 23°
Number of DMX channels 1, 2, 8, 11
Power consumption 70 W
Operating supply voltage

100 – 240 V 50/60 Hz
Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 3.15 A, 250 V, fast acting
Battery Lithium-ion, 11,1 V, 10400 mAh
Protection class IP20
Housing colour White
Dimensions (W × H × D) 260 × 200 × 251 mm
Weight 3.4 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

DMX connections

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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.

If the device is operated independently from the mains
power supply, check the charge status of the built-in
battery.

Apparently no function despite
proper power supply

Check if the unit is in DMX mode or in ‘slave’ mode. If so,
check the unit in another mode.

No response to the DMX con‐
troller

1. Check whether the DMX controller is switched on.
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.

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Symptom Remedy

4. If the device is to be controlled wirelessly via DMX,
check whether the module is activated in the menu. If
so, find a better DMX antenna orientation.

5. Check whether the DMX cables run near or parallel to
high-voltage cables that may cause damage or interfer‐
ence to a DMX interface circuit.

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.

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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12 Protecting the environment

For the 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.

Batteries do contain some hazardous chemicals so they should not be thrown away with the
normal household waste. They should be returned to the manufacturer for disposal or recycled
elsewhere in accordance with your local regulations.

Remove lithium batteries from the device before disposal. Protect used lithium batteries
against short circuit, for example by taping the poles.

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) in its currently valid version. 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 your old device

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