Velleman LPTDX1220 User Manual

LPTDX1220 – 12-CHANNEL DIMMER PACK

1. Introduction

To all residents of the European Union Important environmental information about this product

This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its lifecycle could harm the environment. Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should be taken to a specialised company for recycling. This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service. Respect the local environmental rules.

If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities.

Thank you for buying the LPTDX1220 ! Please read the manual carefully before bringing this device into service. Maintenance is easy and the LPTDX1220 features 12 DMX channels, dimming and switching modes, modular construction 12 x 20A in 3 phase systems, analogue or DMX control and 0-10V or DMX input. Make sure that the device was not damaged in transit. If the device is damaged, you should contact your dealer and postpone installation of this device.

2. Safety Instructions

Be very careful when installing the device : touching live wires can cause life-threatening electroshocks.

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

Protect this device against rain and moisture

Unplug the supply cable 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.

• Make sure that the available voltage does not exceed the voltage stated in the specifications.

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• 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 go into epileptic seizure if

they do.

• 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.

3. General Guidelines

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

LPTDX1220 should only be used indoors with an alternating current of max. 230Vac/50Hz.

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

• Select a location where the device will be protected against extreme heat, moisture and dust.

• Do not use or transport the device under temperatures < 5°C or > 35°C.

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

operation by unqualified people. Any damage that may occur, will probably be due to unprofessional use of the device.

• Use the original packaging if the device is to be transported.

• Note that all modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons.

• 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. Installation

Mount the device in your rack. Connect the spots or light effects to the screw connectors at the back of the device (see figure below : 21-28). Connect your DMX controller to the DMX IN socket with a 5-pole DMX cable. Connect the second device to the DMX OUT of the first device when connecting several LPTDX1220's to your DMX controller. The device will always power on in the mode it was last used.

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5. Description

a) Front

b) Channel Module

1) Locking / unlocking system

2) TRIG LED indicator

3) AC LED indicator

4) 20A automatic fuse

5) Ventilation holes

c) DMX interface

6) LED indicators for mains phase

7) LED indicator for DMX input

8) LED display

9) ← key

10) ↑ key

11) → key

12) CANCEL key

13) SELECT key

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14) ↓ key

Pin 15

earth

15) SET key

16) FUNCTION key

17) MODE key

18) 5-pin DMX output socket (see detail below)

19) 5-pin DMX input socket (see detail below)

20) Analogue input socket : 0-10V (see detail below)

Pin 1 – 12 : CH1 – CH12 Pin 13 : not connected Pin 14 : +12V

Pin 1 : earth Pin 2 : data (-) Pin 3 : data (+) Pin 4 : not connected

21) earth connection 25) mains power wire #1

22) neutral wire 26) mains power wire #2

23) positive wire 27) mains power wire #3

24) earth connection 28) neutral wire

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6. Operating Instructions

Upon activation, the device will be in the last mode it was functioning before power off. Press the MODE button to select the next mode and the LED display will show the chosen mode. A selected but unconfirmed mode will have dots between the letters on the display. Press the SEL button to confirm the selected mode.

MODE 1 : DMX MODE 2 : ANALOGUE MODE 3 : OFF

Functions and Settings

After selecting the desired mode, select the desired function by pressing FUN and different settings by pressing SET. Again, dots between the letters on the display indicate a temporary setting.

FUNCTION 1 : MONITOR FUNCTION 2 : TEST FUNCTION 3 : AUTOMATIC FADER TEST

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