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USER MANUAL

VDPDP136

4-CHANNEL CONTROLLER 4-KANAALS DMX CONTROLLER CONTRÔLEUR DMX À 4 CANAUX CONTROLADOR DMX DE 4 CANALES 4-KANAL DMX-CONTROLLER

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1. Introduction & Features

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 specialized

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 VDPDP136! Please read the manual carefully before bringing this device into service. This device features 42 fixed chaser programmes and the user can also create one 32-step programme. The device can be used as a light organ or dimmer. Seven modes are available: hold dimmer, hold sound, programme sound, programme chase, auto chase, auto speed and memory. The device also features a built-in microphone and an external audio input. If the device was damaged in transit, don't install or use it and contact your dealer.

2. Safety Instructions

Be very careful during the installation: touching live wires can cause life-threatening electroshocks.

Do not touch the device during operation as 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.

• 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.

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

away from children and unauthorised users.

• Install your VDPDP136 at a minimum distance of 1m of any object to ensure sufficient ventilation.

• Do not impede ventilation by covering the ventilation sleeves with objects such as table cloths, paper…

• Keep the device away from or do not place naked flame sources, such as candles, on top of the device.

• Never place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on top of the device. The VDPDP136 should not be

exposed to splashing or dripping.

3. General Guidelines

• This device is a lighting controller for professional use on stage, in discos, theatres, etc. The VDPDP136 should

only be used indoors on an alternating current of max. 230Vac/50Hz.

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

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• 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 cause short circuits, burns, electroshocks, lamp explosions, crashes, etc. Using the device in an unauthorised way will void the warranty.

4. Description

a) Top panel

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1. ON/OFF button

2. Channel dimmer: to adjust the dimming level per channel

3. Channel dimmer indicators: shows the dimming level of the selected channel

4. Channel flash buttons: press these buttons to make an individual channel jump to 100% output

5. Mode indicators

6. Mode selection button (MODE SELECT): to switch between the various modes

7. LED display

8. Programme selection button (PROG SELECT): choose one of the 42 available chaser programmes

9. Fade time slider: adjusts the time between device activation and deactivation (not in “flash” and “full-on” mode).

10. Master fader + Master dimmer indicator

11. Audio level fader: to adjust the music sensitivity + Music level indicator

12. Speed fader: to adjust the chase speed + Chase speed indicator

13. Standby: to disable all outputs (chaser programme will continue to run but no output is generated)

14. Full on: sets the output of all channels to 100%. Release the button to return to the initial settings.

15. TAP SYNC: press this button twice to define the rhythm of the music and to make the chaser move to it.

16. Built-in microphone

b) Rear panel

17. Audio input: 100mV-1Vpp line in

18. Fuses (F6.3A 250V 5x20mm)

19. VDE socket outputs

20. AC power input

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c) Connections

The manufacturer is not responsible for damage caused by improper connections. All connections are made on the rear panel of the device. Connect the VDPDP136 to the mains. Connect the light effect devices to the AC power outlets. Connect an external audio line if possible or needed.

5. Operating Instructions

Activate the device with the ON/OFF switch. Choose the desired mode with the MODE SELECT button. Press the button repeatedly to select the following modes (in this order): Hold Dimmer → Hold Sound → Prog. Sound → Prog. Speed → Auto Sound → Auto Speed → Memory → Hold Dimmer, etc.

1) Hold Dimmer : All channels are controlled by their respective channel faders.

2) Hold Sound : All channels are controlled by their respective channel faders and the audio level fader

3) Prog. Sound : The chase is music-controlled but the programme is selected through the PROG SELECT button

(42 possible programmes)

4) Prog. Speed : The chase is speed-controlled and the speed is adjusted with the speed fader. The programme can

be selected through the PROG SELECT button (42 possible programs)

5) Auto Sound : The chase is music-controlled. Each programme is executed 8 times before the device switches to

the next programme number. Read the number of the current programme on the LCD. The PROG SELECT button is inactive.

6) Auto Speed : The chase is speed-controlled and the speed is adjusted with the speed fader. Each programme is

executed 8 times before the device switches to the next programme number. Read the number of the current programme on the LCD. The PROG SELECT button is inactive.

7) Memory : You can create your own 32-step programme:

- Hold PROG SELECT

- Press STAND BY several times to activate different modes: the programming mode (PA), the manual mode (ST), the auto sound mode (AS) and the auto speed mode (AP).

- Release the PROG SELECT button to confirm the selected mode.

8) PR-mode

- Slide the master fader to the top and put the channel faders in the desired position.

- Press PROG SELECT: the LED display shows 01, meaning that step 1 has been stored.

- Set the channel faders to the next position for step 2.

- Press PROG SELECT: the LED display shows 02, meaning that step 2 has been stored.

- Repeat the same process for all 32 steps and exit the programming mode by pressing MODE SELECT

- Select the MEMORY mode and adjust the speed with the speed fader.

The memory can be called up and played in one of three modes (see below).

- Hold the PROG SELECT button

- Press STANDBY to display the 3 modes: rate sound (AS), rate speed (AP) or step (ST)

- Release PROG SELECT to confirm the selected mode.

a) Step Mode (ST) : Press the PROG SELECT button repeatedly to run the scenes step by step. b) Rate Sound (AS) : Scenes are music-controlled. Adjust music sensitivity with the AUDIO LEVEL fader. c) Rate Speed (AP) : Scenes are speed-controlled. Adjust the chase speed with the SPEED fader.

9) Flash Mode : Set the channel output to maximum by pressing the flash button of a channel.

10) Standby Function : Press this button to bring the output of all channels to zero. Programmes will continue to run but no output will be generated. The only functions still active are the channel flash buttons and the full-on button. Press STAND BY again to exit the standby mode.

11) TAP SYNC : Use this button to manually set the chase speed to the beat of the music. Press it twice to define the rhythm of the music to make the chaser run along to the beat.

12) Backup : The device can remember the stored programme for ± 1 month. Make sure to activate the device at least one hour each month to retain the stored values.

13) Internal/external source : Two modes can be activated when the device is ON: “I” is displayed if the music is controlled internally through the built-in microphone. “E” is displayed if the music is controlled externally through the connector at the back of the device.

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To switch modes:

• turn off the device

• hold the PROG SELECT button

• turn on the device

• Press MODE SELECT to change the mode

• Release both buttons

6. Cleaning and Maintenance

1. All screws for installing the devices or parts of the device have to be tightened and must not be corroded.

2. The housing, mounting supports and connections should not be modified or tampered with e.g. do not drill extra

holes in mounting supports, do not change the location of the connections, etc.

3. The electric power supply cables must be undamaged. Have the device installed by a qualified technician.

4. Disconnect the device from the mains prior to maintenance activities.

5. Wipe the device regularly with a moist cloth. Do not use alcohol or solvents.

6. Entrust a qualified technician with the maintenance of this device. Contact your dealer for spare parts if necessary.

7. Technical Specifications

Power Supply AC 230V~50Hz, 16A External Audio Input 100mV-1Vpp Fade Time 0-10 seconds Fuses F6.3A 250V 5x20mm (order code FF6.3N) Dimensions 482 x 132 x 126.5mm Weight 4.5kg

For more info concerning this product, please visit our website www.hqpower.be. The information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice.

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1. Inleiding & Kenmerken

Aan alle ingezetenen van de Europese Unie Belangrijke milieu-informatie betreffende dit product

Dit symbool op het toestel of de verpakking geeft aan dat, als het na zijn levenscyclus wordt weggeworpen, dit toestel schade kan toebrengen aan het milieu. Gooi dit toestel (en eventuele batterijen) niet bij het gewone huishoudelijke afval; het moet bij een

gespecialiseerd bedrijf terechtkomen voor recyclage. U moet dit toestel naar uw verdeler of naar een lokaal recyclagepunt brengen. Respecteer de plaatselijke milieuwetgeving.

Hebt u vragen, contacteer dan de plaatselijke autoriteiten inzake verwijdering.

Dank u voor uw aankoop! Lees de handleiding voor u het toestel in gebruik neemt. Dit toestel beschikt over 42 vaste chase programma’s en de gebruiker kan zelf een programma van 32 stappen aanmaken. Het toestel kan dienen als dimmer of lichtorgel. Er zijn 7 modes: “hold dimmer”, “hold sound”, “programme sound”, “programme chase”, “auto chase”, “auto speed” en “memory”. Het toestel heeft zowel een ingebouwde microfoon als een externe audio-ingang. Als het toestel werd beschadigd tijdens het transport, installeer het dan niet en raadpleeg uw dealer.

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