EUROLITE PST-40 QCL DMX LED Pinspot User Manual

LED PST-40 QCL Spot
USER MANUAL

LED PST-40 QCL Spot

LED spotlight with RGBW color mixing. IR remote control and 2 frost filters
No. 51916170
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DANGER! Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Be careful with your operations. With a dangerous voltage you can suffer a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires. Never open the housing. Keep the device away from rain and moisture.
Please read these instructions carefully before using the product. They contain important information for the correct use of the product.
Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device has to
– be qualified
– follow the instructions of this manual
– consider this manual to be part of the total product
– keep this manual for the entire service life of the product
– pass this manual on to every further owner or user of the product
– download the latest version of the user manual from the Internet

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for having chosen one of our products. If you follow the instructions given in this manual, we are sure that you will enjoy this device for a long period of time.
Product features
LED spotlight with RGBW color mixing, IR remote control and 2 frost filters

• Two additional frost filters provide a soft, homogeneous light

• 4° beam angle, frost filters (20° + 80°) included in delivery

• 3 buttons on the remote control for saving your own color mixes

• Stepless color blend, color change, color fade, dimmer and strobe effect

• Adjustable white balance

• Dimmer speed (step response) adjustable

• Supports QuickDMX – the wireless DMX system from Eurolite

• Feed-through output allows to power up to 8 devices

• 1 powerful LED 40 W 4in1 QCL RGBW (homogenous color mix)

• 36 integrated Showprograms

• Direct color selection for 15 preset colors

• Can be operated in 3; 4; 6; 8; 11 CH mode

• The device is cooled by passive convection

• Controlling by IR remote control; stand-alone; QuickDMX (optional); W-DMX by wireless solution (optional);
  CRMX by LumenRadio (optional); DMX; Sound to light via Microphone; Master/slave function

• Flicker-free

• Easy installation

• With double bracket

• LCD display for easy controlling
  Package contents

• 1 x Device, 1 x User manual, 1 x Power cord, 2 x Diffusor cover, 1 x Remote control

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

** WARNING!
Please read the safety warnings carefully and only use the product as described in this manual to avoid accidental injury or damage.
Intended use**

• This device is an LED spotlight for creating decorative lighting effects. This device is designed for professional use in the field of event technology, e.g. on stage. It is not suitable for household lighting.
• Only use the device according to the instructions given herein. Damages due to failure to follow these operating instructions will void the warranty! We do not assume any liability for any resulting damage.
• We do not assume any liability for material and personal damage caused by improper use or noncompliance with the safety instructions. In such cases, the warranty will be null and void.
• Unauthorized rebuilds or modifications of the device are not permitted for reasons of safety and render the warranty invalid.

Danger due to electricity

• The device is suitable for indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors. Never expose it to rain or moisture. Do not store it in rooms exposed to moisture.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not open any part of the device. There are no serviceable parts inside the device.
• Only connect the device to a properly installed mains outlet. The outlet must be protected by residual current breaker (RCD). The voltage and frequency must be exactly the same as stated on the device. If the mains cable is equipped with an earthing contact, then it must be connected to an outlet with a protective ground. Never deactivate the protective ground of a mains cable. Failure to do so could possibly injure the user.
• The mains outlet must be easily accessible so that you can unplug the device quickly if need be.
• Never touch the mains plug with wet or damp hands. There is the risk of potentially fatal electric shock.
• The mains cable must not be bent or squeezed. Keep it away from hot surfaces or sharp edges.
• Never pull the mains cable to disconnect the mains plug from the mains outlet, always seize the plug.
• Unplug the device during lightning storms, when unused for long periods of time or before cleaning.
• Do not expose the device to any high temperatures, direct sunlight, dripping or splashing water, strong vibrations or heavy mechanical stress.
• Do not place any objects filled with liquids on the device.
• Do not place any open sources of fire, such as burning candles, on or directly next to the device.
• Make sure that objects cannot fall into the device, in particular metal parts.
• Only have repairs to the device or its mains cable carried out by qualified service personnel. Repairs are required when the device or the mains cable is visibly damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device; when the device has been exposed to rain or moisture, has been dropped or malfunctions occur.
• Cleaning of the device is limited to the surface. Make sure that moisture does not come into contact with any areas of the terminal connections or mains voltage control  parts. Only wipe off the product with a soft lint-free and moistened cloth. Never use solvents or aggressive detergents.

Danger to children and people with restricted abilities

• This product is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets. Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. Never leave this device running unattended.
• 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.

Warning – risk of burns and fire

• The admissible ambient temperature range (Ta) is -5 to +45°C. Do not operate the device outside of this temperature range.
• The housing temperature (Tc) can be up to 75°C during use. Avoid contact by persons and materials.
• Do not illuminate surfaces within 10 cm of the device. This value is indicated on the device by the symbol.
• Do not use the device near highly flammable materials. Always place the device at a location where sufficient air circulation is ensured. Leave 50 cm of free space around the device. Never cover the air vents of the housing.

Warning – risk of injuries

• Do not look directly at the light source. Persons with light-sensitive epilepsy may suffer from epilepticm seizures or fall unconscious.

• Make sure that the product is set up or installed safely and expertly and prevented from falling down.
  Comply with the standards and rules that apply in your country, in particular EN 60598-2-17.

• If you lack the qualification, do not attempt the installation yourself, but instead use a professional installer.
  Improper installation can result in bodily injury and or damage to property.

• The manufacturer cannot be made liable for damages caused by incorrect installations or insufficient safety precautions.

• For overhead use, always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment such as a safety bond or safety net.

• Make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked when rigging, derigging or servicing the device.

• For commercial use the country-specific accident prevention regulations of the government safety organization for electrical facilities must be complied with at all times.

Caution – material damage

• This device must not be connected to the mains voltage by means of a dimmer.
• Lighting effects are not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the device will serve you for a long time without defects.
• Never switch the device on and off in short intervals. This will considerably reduce the service life of the device.
• If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation, do not switch it on immediately. The resulting condensation may destroy the device. Allow the device to reach room temperature before connecting it. Wait until the condensation has evaporated.
• Please use the original packaging to protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage.
• If a serial number label is affixed to the device, do not remove the label as this would make the warranty void.

About batteries

• Do not try to short-circuit, recharge, disassemble or heat batteries (danger of explosion!).
• Remove the batteries if the device is not used for a longer period of time.
• Damaged/leaking batteries may cause harm to your skin–use safety gloves.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE

1. Housing

2. Lens/LED

3. Fixation screw

4. Infrared sensor for the remote control

5. Mounting bracket

6. Mounting hole

7. DMX output

8. DMX input

9. USB port for QuickDMX receiver

10. Safety eyelet

11. Power input

12.  Power output

13. Display

14. Menu button

15. Up button

16. Down button

17. Enter button

INSTALLATION

WARNING! Risk of injury caused by falling objects
Devices in overhead installations may cause severe injuries when crashing down. Make sure that the device is installed securely and cannot fall down. The installation must be carried out by a specialist who is familiar with the hazards and the relevant regulations.
The device may be placed on the floor by unfolding the brackets or fastened to a truss or similar rigging structure. The device must never be fixed swinging freely in the room.

1. The rigging structure must support at least 10 times the weight of all fixtures to be installed on it.
2. Block access below the work area and work from a stable platform when installing the device.
3. Use rigging hardware that is compatible with the structure and capable of bearing the weight of the device. Please refer to the “Accessories” section for a list of suitable rigging hardware.
4. Secure the device with a safety bond or other secondary attachment. This secondary safety attachment must be sufficiently dimensioned in accordance with the latest industrial safety regulations and constructed in a way that no part of the installation can fall down if the main attachment fails. An appropriate eyelet is mounted on the device for fixation of the safety bond. Fasten the safety bond in such a way that, in the event of a fall, the maximum drop distance of the device will not exceed 20 cm.
5. To align the device, release the fixation screws at the mounting bracket, adjust the desired inclination angle and tighten the fixation screws.
6. After installation, the device requires inspections periodically to prevent the possibility of corrosion, deformation and looseness.

Changing the beam angle
With the delivery of the device you will receive two frost filters, with which the beam angle can be changed from 4° to approx. 20° and from 4° to approx. 80°. If you want to change the beam angle of the device, simply attach the frost filter with magnetic attachment in front of the lens of the device.

DMX512 CONTROL

A DMX512 data link is required in order to control the device via DMX. The device provides 3-pin XLR connectors for DMX connection.

1. Connect the output of your DMX controller to the DMX input DMX IN of the device with a DMX cable.
2. Connect the DMX output DMX OUT of the device to the DMX input of the next unit in the chain. Always connect one output to the input of the next unit until all units are connected.
3. At the last unit, the DMX cable has to be terminated. Plug the terminator with a 120 Ω resistor between Signal (–) and Signal (+) in the DMX output of the last unit.
4. If the cable length exceeds 300 m or the number of DMX devices is greater than 32, it is recommended to insert a DMX level amplifier to ensure proper data transmission.

XLR connection:

Wireless DMX transmission with QuickDMX
The device features an alternative DMX input for a QuickDMX receiver (sold separately). CRMX and WDMX receivers are compatible and can also be used. The connector allows a DMX control signal to be transmitted wirelessly to the device, eliminating the need for complex wiring to the DMX controller. The connector is designed as a USB port which provides the required 5 V operating voltage for the receiver.
Occupation of the USB port:

POWER SUPPLY

The device uses an auto-range power supply that accepts input voltages between 100 und 240 volts.

1. Connect the device via the mains cable to a grounded mains socket. Thus the unit is switched on.
2. To switch off the unit, disconnect the power plug.
3. Do not connect the unit to the mains voltage via a dimmer. For a more convenient operation, use a mains outlet which is switchable.
4. The jack POWER OUT allows for power supply of further devices. To interconnect several devices, connect the jack POWER OUT to the input POWER IN of the next unit until all units are connected. Matching power cables are available as accessories. In this manner, up to 8 devices can be linked at 230/240 input voltage and up to 4 devices at 110/115 input voltage.

OPERATION

Connect the device via the mains cable to a grounded mains socket. Thus the device is switched on and starts running.
The display lights up and you can choose the desired mode via the buttons MENU, ENTER, UP, DOWN.
The device has two operating modes. It can be operated in stand-alone mode via the control board and the EUROLITE IR-38 remote control or in DMX-controlled mode via a standard DMX controller as well as wireless via QuickDMX with the optionally available EUROLITE QuickDMX USB Wireless Transmitter/Receiver.
Stand-alone mode
In the stand-alone mode, you can do without a controller. Disconnect the device from the controller and call the desired setting. Please refer to the instructions under Control Board.
Interconnecting several devices (master/slave operation)
Several devices may be interconnected (max. 32). Then all slave units can be synchronized and controlled with the master unit without the need for a DMX controller. The devices must be set to the corresponding operating modes.

1. Configure all slave units before connecting the master unit: Press the MENU button so many times until MASTSLAV is indicated on the display. Confirm with the ENTER button.
2. 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, etc. until all units have been connected in a chain. Make sure the master unit is the first in the chain. Do not connect a DMX controller to the DMX input of the master unit.
3. Set the master unit to the desired operating mode. The interconnected devices will now operate synchronously.

Control Board
The Control Board offers several features: you can easily set the starting address, run the pre-programmed program or select a DMX channel mode.
The main menu is accessed by pressing Menu. Browse through the menu by pressing Up or Down. Press Enter in order to select the desired menu. You can change the selection by pressing Up or Down. Press Enter in order to confirm. You can leave every mode by pressing Menu. The functions provided are listed in the following sections.
If you press and hold Up or Down, the values change faster. The device has an automatic storage for all settings. When you switch the device off and on again, it will operate with the previously set values.
Default settings in bold

mode
****Dimmer| ****OFF /Dim1/Dim2/ Dim3/Dim4| Dimmer speed (step response)
OFF: Response characteristics of LEDs
Dim1: Response characteristics of halogen lamps, fast Dim2: Response characteristics of halogen lamps, less fast Dim3: Response characteristics of halogen lamps, middle
Dim4: Response characteristics of halogen lamps, slow
Mast/Slav| Master/ Slave| Master/Slave mode
****Color Set| Dimmer intensity of the LED colors / stepless RGBW color mixture 000 – 255 (increasing)
Red – 000 – 255| Dimmer intensity red
Green – 000 – 255| Dimmer intensity green
Blue – 000 – 255| Dimmer intensity blue
White – 000 – 255| Dimmer intensity white
****Col Mac| ** R – R+G+B+W| Preset colors
| R| R+B| R+G+B
G| R+W| R+B+W
B| G+B| G+B+W
W| G+W| R+G+W
R+G| B+W| R+G+B+W
**Col Progr| ****lack – MW| ****Internal programs / blackout
**

Switching colors with increasing speed; Fade (000 – 255)
Fading colors with increasing speed
Mus Progr| 00 – 10| Sound control with increasing microphone sensitivity
**White Bal| Red – 125 – 255| ****White balance
Default setting: RGBW = 255
Green – 125 – 255
Blue – 125 – 255
White – 125 – 255
Sys Info| Temperat xxC| Internal temperature of the device
****DMX Fail| Black out
Hold Full on
Automatic| Behavior in case of missing DMX signal
Black out – LEDs go off
Hold – holds the last received signal Full on- all LEDs 100% on
Automatic – pre-selected internal program
****Dis Perm| ** ON /OFF| Display shutoff
ON – display does not shut off
OFF- Shuts off the display after 30 seconds Press the Menu button to reactivate the display.

EUROLITE IR-38 remote control
The IR remote control has the following functions: *Preset color
R<255>,G<121>,B <000>,W <000>
Preset color
R<110>,G<000>,B <191>,W <000>
Preset color
R<000>,G<255>,B <255>,W <000>
Preset color
R<255>,G<000>,B <255>,W <000>
Preset color
R<255>,G<255>,B <000>,W <000>

brightness with + and –
| Preset colors*, brightness with + and –
| Favorite color setting – press one of the 3 buttons for 3 seconds to save your own color mix.
| Internal program Pty 1, Switching colors, speed with + and –
| Internal program Pty 2, Switching colors, speed with + and –
| Internal program Pty 3, Switching colors, speed with + and –
| Internal program Pty 4, Switching colors, speed with + and –
| Switching through preset colors 01-15, brightness with + and -.
| Fade/Jump Switching internal programs Pty1-Pty4
| Strobe effect only for white, speed with + and – A second press ends the strobe effect.
| Strobe effect 12 colors, speed with + and – A second press ends the strobe effect.

Notes:

• When actuating a button, always direct the remote control towards the sensor. There must be no obstacles between remote control and the sensor.

• The remote control is supplied with a battery inserted. An insulating foil between the battery and the battery contacts prevents the battery from being discharged during storage. Prior to the first operation remove the foil from the battery support on the rear side of the remote control. Otherwise operation of the remote control is not possible.

• If the range of the remote control decreases, replace the battery. For this purpose, on the rear side of the remote control press the small bar with the groove to the right and at the same time remove the battery support. For operation, one 3 V button cell type CR 2032 is required. When inserting, pay attention that the positive pole of the button cell shows upwards in the support.

• Remove the battery from the remote control as a precaution if the device is not used for a longer period of time.

DMX operation

Setting the number of DMX channels and the DMX starting address
For operation with a controller with DMX512 protocol, the device is equipped with 11 control channels. However, it can also be switched to a mode with 3, 4, 6 or 8 channels, if different functions are required. To be able to operate the device with a DMX controller, the DMX starting address must be set. The starting address depends upon which DMX controller is being used. Please refer to the controller’s documentation.

1. Press the MENU button so many times until “DMX Chan“ is indicated in the display. Confirm with the ENTER button.
2. The display indicates 6 CH (6 DMX channels) or 3 CH (3 DMX channels), 4 CH (4 DMX channels), 8 CH (8 DMX channels) or 11 CH (11 DMX channels). Use the buttons UP and DOWN to select the desired DMX channel mode. Confirm with the ENTER button.
3. Press the button MENU in order to return to the main menu.
4. Press the MENU button so many times until “DMX Addr“ is indicated in the display. Confirm with the ENTER button.
5. Use the buttons UP and DOWN to set the address. Confirm with the ENTER button.
6. Press the button MENU in order to return to the main menu.
7. When receiving DMX control signals, is indicated in the display.

Note: Please make sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control each device correctly and independently from any other fixture on the DMX chain. If several devices are addressed to the same address, they will work synchronously.

DMX Protocol

3 channel mode

Channel| Value|

Feature

---|---|---
1| 0-255| Red, Green and Blue color mixing
2| 0-255| White , 0 – 100 % increasing
3| 0-255| Dimmer , 0 – 100 % increasing

4 channel mode

Channel

| Value|

Feature

---|---|---
1| 0-255| Red , 0 – 100 % increasing
2| 0-255| Green , 0 – 100 % increasing
3| 0-255| Blue , 0 – 100 % increasing
4| 0-255| White , 0 – 100 % increasing

6 channel mode

Channel

| Value|

Feature

---|---|---
1| 0-255| Red , 0 – 100 % increasing
2| 0-255| Green , 0 – 100 % increasing
3| 0-255| Blue , 0 – 100 % increasing
4| 0-255| White , 0 – 100 % increasing
5| 0-255| Dimmer , dimmer intensity from 0 to 100 %
6| 0-5
6-24
250-255| Strobe and sound control
No function
Strobe effect with increasing speed
Sound control

8 channel mode

Channel

| Value|

Feature

---|---|---
1| 0-255| Dimmer , dimmer intensity from 0 to 100 %
2| 0-255| Red , 0 – 100 % increasing
3| 0-255| Green , 0 – 100 % increasing
4| 0-255| Blue , 0 – 100 % increasing
5| 0-255| White , 0 – 100 % increasing
6| 0-14| No function
10-255| Strobe effect with increasing speed
7| 0-31
32-63
64-95
96-127
128-159
160-191
192-223
224-255| Fading in/out
Neutral
Fade in (0 % – 100 %) (speed and effect depending on the control channels 1 – 5)
Fade out (100 % – 0 %) (speed and effect depending on the control channels 1 – 5)
Fade out and fade in (100 % – 0 % – 100 %) (speed and effect depending on the control channels 1 – 5)
Program “Fading”
Program “Fade out – fade in”
Program “Switching”
Sound control
8| 0-255| Speed Fading in/out and programs channel 7
increasing speed

11 channel mode

15-255

| No function
Strobe effect with increasing speed
7|

0-31
32-63
64-95
96-127
128-159
160-191
192-223
224-255

| Fading in/out
Neutral
Fade in (0 % – 100 %) (speed and effect depending on the control channels 1 – 5)
Fade out (100 % – 0 %) (speed and effect depending on the control channels 1 – 5)
Fade out and fade in (100 % – 0 % – 100 %) (speed and effect depending on the control channels 1 – 5)
Program “Fading”
Program “Fade out – fade in”
Program “Switching”
Sound control
8| ** 0-255| Speed Fading in/out, programs channel 7 and internal programs channel 11
increasing speed
9| 0-5
6-55
56-105
106-155
156-205
206-255| Dimmer speed (step response)
** Control Board setting dimmer speed
OFF: Response characteristics of LEDs
Dim1: Response characteristics of halogen lamps, fast
Dim2: Response characteristics of halogen lamps, less fast
Dim3: Response characteristics of halogen lamps, middle
Dim4: Response characteristics of halogen lamps, slow
10| 0-124
125-249
250-255| 0-124
125-249
250-255
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11| 0-3
4-10
11-17
18-24
25-31
32-38
39-45
46-52
53-59
60-66
67-73
74-80
81-87
88-94
95-101
102-108
109-115
116-122
123-129
130-136
137-143
144-150
151-157
158-164
165-171
172-178
179-185
186-192
193-199
200-206
207-213
214-220
221-227
228-234
235-241
242-248
249-255| Internal programs
Black – Blackout (no internal program)
Pty 1 – Red Green Blue
Pty 2 – Cyan Magenta Yellow
Pty 3 – Red Green Blue Cyan Magenta Yellow
Pty 4 – Red Green Blue White
Rbw – Rainbow Red, Yellow, Green, Cyan, Blue, Magenta
RD – Red Dark
RG – Red Green
RB – Red Blue
RY – Red Yellow
RC – Red Cyan
RM – Red Magenta
RW – Red White
GD – Green Dark
GB – Green Blue
GY – Green Yellow
GC – Green Cyan
GM – Green Magenta
GW – Green White
BD – Blue Dark
BY – Blue Yellow
BC – Blue Cyan
BM – Blue Magenta
BW – Blue White
WD – White Dark
WY – White Yellow
WC – White Cyan
WM – White Magenta
YD – Yellow Dark
YC – Yellow Cyan
YM – Yellow Magenta
YW – Yellow White
CD – Cyan Dark
CM – Cyan Magenta
CW – Cyan White
MD – Magenta Dark
MW – Magenta White

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

The outside of the device should be cleaned periodically to remove contaminants such as dust etc. The lens, in particular, should be clean to ensure that light will be emitted at maximum brightness.

1. Disconnect the device from power and allow it to cool before cleaning.
2. Clean the surface with a soft lint-free and moistened cloth. Never use alcohol or solvents as these may damage the surface. Make sure that no liquids can enter the device.
3. The device must be dry before reapplying power.

There are no serviceable parts inside. Do not open the housing. Do not try to repair the device by yourself as this may result in damage. Maintenance and service operations are only to be carried out by authorized dealers. Should you need any spare parts, please use genuine parts. Should you have further questions, please contact your dealer.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

Disposal of old equipment
When to be definitively put out of operation, take the product to a local recycling plant for a disposal which is not harmful to the environment. Devices marked with this symbol must not be disposed of as household waste. Contact your retailer or local authorities for more information. Remove any inserted batteries and dispose of them separately from the product.
You as the end user are required by law (Battery Ordinance) to return all used batteries/ rechargeable batteries. Disposing of them in the household waste is prohibited. You may return your used batteries free of charge to collection points in your municipality and anywhere where batteries/rechargeable batteries are sold. By disposing of used devices and batteries correctly, you contribute to the protection of the environment.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

cord with safety plug (provided)
Power output:| P-Con (gray), mounting version
Lamp type:| LED lamp
LED:| 1 x 40 W 4in1 QCL RGBW (homogenous color mix)
DMX channels:| 3; 4; 6; 8; 11
DMX input:| 3-pin XLR (M) mounting version
DMX output:| 3-pin XLR (F) mounting version
Cooling:| Passive convection
Control:| IR remote control; stand-alone; QuickDMX (optional); W-DMX by wireless solution (optional); CRMX by LumenRadio (optional); DMX; Sound to light via Microphone; Master/slave function
Construction:| Easy installation
Beam angle (1/2 peak):| 4°
Beam angle (1/10 peak):| 8°
Housing color:| Black
Attachment system:| Double bracket
Display type:| LCD display
**** Dimensions:| Length: 12 cm
Width: 17 cm
Height: 22,5 cm
Weight:| 1,80 kg
Noise classification:| Class 0 (no noise at all)
Remote control|
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Battery:| 1 x Button cell 3.0 V CR2032 lithium manganese built-in

Accessories

All information is subject to change without prior notice. © 12.09.2022

Eurolite is a brand of Steinigke Showtechnic GmbH Andreas-Bauer-Str. 5 97297 Waldbüttelbrunn Germany
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