Velleman HQ Power Lite-Puter LPTCX401 User Manual

LPTCX401 – 4-CHANNEL DMX DIMMING CONSOLE

1. Introduction & Features

Thank you for buying the LPTCX401 ! Please read the manual carefully before bringing this
device into service. This powerful and versatile device features 4 channels, 4 flash buttons and
a master flash button.
Check carefully for damage caused by transportation. Should there be any, consult your dealer
and don't install this device.
Features : 10-programme chaser with 8 steps per programme, speed is manually controlled or
music-controlled, music control through built-in microphone or external audio input, 4
individually controllable DMX channels, background fader control, 2 extra strobe effects.

2. Safety Instructions

Be very careful during installation : touching live wires
can lead to life-threatening electroshocks.

Do not touch the device during operation : the housing heats up

Keep this device away from rain and moisture

Unplug the mains lead before opening the housing

• A qualified technician should install and service this device.

• Damage caused by disregarding certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the

warranty and the dealer will not accept responsibility for the ensuing defects or problems.

• Do not switch the device on immediately if it has been exposed to changes in temperature.

Protect the device against damage by leaving it switched off until it has reached room
temperature.

• This device falls under protection class I. It is essential, therefore, that the device be earthed.

A qualified person must carry out the electric connection.

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Make sure that the available voltage does not exceed the voltage stated in the specifications
of this manual.

• Do not crimp the power cord and protect it against damage from sharp edges. Ask an

authorised dealer to replace the cord if necessary.

• Always disconnect the device from the mains when it is not in use or when you wish to clean

it. Only handle the power cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the power cord.

• Do not look directly into the light source as sensitive people may experience an epileptic

seizure if they do so.

• Note that damage caused by user modifications to the device is not covered by the warranty.

Keep the device away from children and unauthorised users.

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3. General Guidelines

• This device is a lighting controller for professional use on stages, in discos, theatres, etc. This

fixture can only be operated with an alternating current of max. 230Vac/50Hz and was
designed for indoor use only.

• Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.

• When choosing the installation spot, please make sure that the device is not exposed to

extreme heat, moisture or dust.

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Make sure never to operate or transport the device in a place that is outside the temperature
range of 5°C to 35°C.

• Familiarise yourself with the functions of the device before actually using it. Do not permit

operation by unqualified persons. Most damages are the result of unprofessional operation.

• Please use the original packaging if the device is to be transported.

• For safety reasons, please be aware that all modifications on the device are forbidden.

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Do not remove the serial number sticker from the device as doing so will void the warranty.
Only use the device for its intended purpose. All other uses may lead to short-circuits, burns,
electroshocks, lamp explosion, crash, etc. Using the device in an unauthorised way will void
the warranty.

4. Function Description
a) Front Panel

1. CHASE HOLD button : channels continuously 100% on

2. Channel fader with LED indication

3. Background fader with LED indication : adjust the min. luminous intensity of the master

output

4. Digital display

5. Mode LED indicators

6. Main power switch ON/OFF

7. FLASH buttons : a push button per channel to bring the channel to 100% output

8. PAUSE : puts the chaser on stand-by

9. STROBE A button : chaser keeps running when the strobe function is activated

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