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Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0
E-mail: info@thomann.de
Internet: www.thomann.de
17.10.2017, ID: 385482
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Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 7
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 8
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 8
2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 10
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 14
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 15
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 21
6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 24
6.1 Starting the device........................................................................................................................... 24
6.2 Main menu.......................................................................................................................................... 24
6.3 Menu overview................................................................................................................................. 26
6.4 Functions in 5-channel DMX mode........................................................................................... 27
7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 28
8 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 29
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9 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 30
10 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 32
11 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 33
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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 – suspended load.
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 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.
WARNING!
Eye damage caused by high light intensity
Never look directly into the light source.
Safety
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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.
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!
External power supply
The device is powered by an AC adaptor plug. Before connecting the AC adaptor
plug, 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 the user.
Unplug the AC adaptor plug before electrical storms occur and when the device is
unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
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3 Features
The LED-effect 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:
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6 × 3-W RGBWAP-LEDs
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Operation via battery (optionally available, item no 385488) or via supplied power adapter
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Produces countless dots in red, green, blue, white, amber and purple
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Control via DMX and via buttons and display on the unit
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Automatic mode and sound control
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Master / Slave operation
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Display of charge status in battery operation
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Battery charging time in the device approx. 3 h.
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Operating time with full light output approx. 3.5 hours in battery operation
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4 Installation and starting up
Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
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The device is designed for ceiling or wall mounting and has for this purpose two mounting
tabs on the bottom.
Ceiling or wall mounting
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A Mounting tabs for ceiling or wall mounting of the unit.
B Air vents
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.
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 data transmission errors
For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordinary microphone cables.
Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or amplifiers.
Use appropriate mounting hardware to attach the unit to the ceiling or a wall. The designated
fastening area must be sufficiently stable for the load, level and vibration-free.
Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.
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Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or other DMX
device. Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second and so on, to
form a series connection.
Such a chain may consist of up to 30 DMX devices. Make sure that the output of the last device
in the chain is terminated by 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 device controls the
others and allows an automatic, music-controlled and synchronized show. This feature is especially useful to start a show without much programming. Connect the DMX output of the
master unit to the DMX input of the first slave unit. Then connect the DMX output of the first
slave unit to the DMX input of the second slave unit and so on (maximum 30 slaves).
Connections in ‘Master /
Slave‘ mode
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5 Connections and controls
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1 Transparent hemisphere
2 [BATTERY INDICATOR]
Charge status indicator for optional battery (not supplied).
3 Display and control buttons:
[MENU]: Calls up the main menu or a submenu.
[UP]: Button to increase the displayed value by one.
[DOWN]: Button to decrease the displayed value by one.
[ENTER]: Confirms a selected value.
4 [SWITCH]
On / off switch.
5 [POWER]
Connector for the power adapter.
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6 [DMX OUT]
DMX output.
7 [DMX IN]
DMX input.
8 Slot for an optional battery (not supplied).
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6 Operating
6.1 Starting the device
Connect the cable of the power adapter supplied to the [POWER] socket on the device. Plug
the power adapter into an outlet. If an optional battery is used, the battery gets charged. If no
segment of the charge status indicator is lit, the battery is exhausted and must be charged. If
all 5 segments are lit, charging is complete. The device can be used during charging. Before
disconnecting the device from the power supply, the battery should be fully charged. Press the
on / off switch to start operation.
6.2 Main menu
Press [MENU] to activate the main menu. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to change the respectively displayed value. When the display shows the desired value, press [ENTER].
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Press [MENU] repeatedly until the display shows ‘A001’ . Press [ENTER]. 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 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.
Press [MENU] repeatedly until the display shows ‘A1_1’ . Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select a value
for the progress speed between 1 and 9 (display shows ‘AX_1’ …‘AX_9’). 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.
Press [MENU] repeatedly until the display shows ‘S1_1’ . Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select a value
for the microphone sensitivity between 1 and 9 (display shows ‘SX_1’ …‘SX_9’). 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].
DMX address
Operating mode ‘Auto 1’ ~ ‘Auto
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Sound control
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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.
6.3 Menu overview
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6.4 Functions in 5-channel DMX mode
Channel Value Function
1 0…9 No function
10…255 Strobe frequency slow to fast
2 0…255 Intensity red and amber (0 % to 100 %)
3 0…255 Intensity green and pink (0 % bis 100 %)
4 0…255 Intensity blue and white (0 % to 100 %)
5 0…127 Motor position
128…255 Motor speed slow to fast
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7 Technical specifications
LEDs 6 × RGBWAP-LEDs, each 3 W
Number of DMX channels 5
Voltage supply
Power adapter (15 V , min. 2 A)
Voltage supply power
adapter
100 - 240 V 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 20 W max.
Housing colour Black
Protection class IP20
Dimensions (W × H × D) 182 × 169 × 169 mm
Weight 0.48 kg
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8 Plug and connection assignments
This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equipment 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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9 Troubleshooting
NOTICE!
Possible data transmission errors
For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordinary microphone cables.
Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or amplifiers.
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.
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 controller
1. Check whether the DMX controller is switched on.
Check the DMX connectors and cables for proper connection.
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 interference 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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10 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).
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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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11 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 material
Disposal of your old device
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Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de
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