BOTEX 554122 LED Stripe All In One Control User Manual

BOTEX 554122 LED Stripe All In One Control

General information

This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future refer‐ence. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure that they also receive this manual. Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.

Further information

On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points:

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.

Notational conventions

This manual uses the following notational conventions:

• Letterings

  • The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
    Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.

• Displays

  • Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics. Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ .

• Instructions

  • The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is indented and highlighted by an arrow.

Example:

1. Switch on the device.
2. Press [Auto].
   • Automatic operation is started.
3. Switch off the device.

Cross-references

References to other locations in this manual are identified by an arrow and the specific page number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-reference to jump to the specified location. Example: See ‘Cross-references’ on page 6.

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.

immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE!| This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in mate‐ rial and environmental damage if it is not avoided.
 |
Warning signs| Type of danger
 | Warning – high-voltage.
 | Warning – danger zone.

Safety instructions

Intended use

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.

Safety

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.

DANGER!
Electric shock is caused by high voltages inside Within the device, there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or damaged.

DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit Always uses proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord). Do not modify the main cable. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a registered electrician.

NOTICE!
Risk of fire Does not block areas of ventilation. Do not install 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.

NOTICE!
Power supply
Before connecting the device, 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 injure the user. Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.

NOTICE!
Possible damage due to the installation of a wrong fuse The use of different types of fuses can cause serious damage to the unit. Fire hazard! Only fuses of the same type may be used.

Features

This device is an all-in-one ballast and control for LED stripes. The device is suitable for 12–24V LED stripes. The device is perfect for permanent installation in bars and clubs. The device offers flexible application options due to different control options.

Special features of the device:

• Holes for wall mounting
• Actuation via DMX, rotary controls (dimmer and colour macros), remote control (included) or display
• Auto mode, sound-to-light, master/slave
• Three connection blocks for connecting LED stripes, can only be controlled together
• Two USB ports for charging additional devices
• LCD
• Robust aluminium housing

Installation

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. 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.

Starting up

Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for all connections.

Connections in DMX mode
Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX device. Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second one, and so on to form a daisy chain. Always ensure that the output of the last DMX device in the daisy chain is terminated with a resistor (110 Ω, ¼ W).

Connections in master/slave mode

If a DMX connection is established, the ‘DMX’ LED lights up. When you configure a group of devices in master/slave mode, the first unit will control the other units for an automatic, sound-activated, synchronized show. This function is ideal when you want to start a show immediately. Connect the DMX output of the master device to the DMX input of the first slave device. Then connect the DMX output of the first slave device to the DMX input of the second slave device and so on.

Connections and operating elements

opened sub menu.
[Up] | increases the displayed value by one.
[Down] | decreases the displayed value by one.
[Enter] | Selects an option of the respective operating mode, confirms the set value.
 | [DIMMER] | Dimmer
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[ColorMacro] | Colour macro
‘PWR’ | LED lights when the device is turned on.
‘DMX’ | LED lights up when DMX is active.
7| USB ports for charging devices
8| 5-pin connection blocks for LED stripes
9| IR remote control
[Red] | Red colour value, set via + and –
[Green] | Green colour value, set via + and –
[Blue] | Blue colour value, set via + and –
[White] | White colour value, set via + and –
[+] | Increase value
[-] | Decrease value
[Blackout] | Switch off LED stripes
[Fullon] | Operate LED stripes at maximum intensity
[Auto] | Auto programme, set via + and –
[Fade] | Fade out LED stripes
[Strobe] | Strobe effect, set via + and –
[Amber] | Mixed colour
[Purple] | Mixed colour
[R+G] | Mixed colour
[R+B] | Mixed colour
[R+W] | Mixed colour
[R+A] | Mixed colour
[A+B] | Mixed colour

Operation

Main menu

How to use the main menu

1. To enter the main menu, press [Menu].
2. To scroll between the individual menu items, press [Up] and [Down]. To exit the menu, press [Menu] again.
3. To exit the menu, press [Menu], or wait 30 seconds.
   • All previous settings are retained even when the device is switched off and disconnected from the mains.
4. To restart with default values, use the functions under ‘Reset Function’ in the main menu.

Setting the DMX address

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘DMX Settings DMX Address’.
3. Use [Up] and [Down] to select an address between 001 and 512.
4. Confirm your selection with [Enter].
   • The desired address is saved.
5. To exit the menu, press [Menu], or wait 30 seconds.

Make sure that this number matches the configuration of your DMX controller. The following table shows the highest possible DMX address for the various DMX modes.

Specifying the DMX mode

The unit can be controlled in 4 or 9-channel mode. To specify the desired mode, pro‐ceed as follows:

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘DMX Settings  DMX Channel Mode’.
3. Use [Up] and [Down] to select ‘4CH’ or ‘9CH’ .
4. Confirm your selection with [Enter].
   • The desired mode is saved.
5. To exit the menu, press [Menu], or wait 30 seconds.

Setting the dimmer in stand-alone operation

The device can be used in stand-alone operation.

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Stand Alone  Auto  Program 1  Dim’.
3. Use [Up] and [Down] to select a value of ‘000’ … ‘255’ .
4. Confirm your selection with [Enter].
   • The desired light intensity is saved.
5. Navigate to ‘Stand Alone  Auto  Program 1  Speed’.
6. Use [Up] and [Down] to select a value of ‘000’ … ‘255’ .
7. Confirm your selection with [Enter].
   • The desired dimmer speed is saved.
8. To exit the menu, press [Menu], or wait 30 seconds.

Setting the sound control in stand-alone operation

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Stand Alone è Sound è Mic Sens 00~99’.
3. Use [Up] and [Down] to select a value of ‘00’ … ‘99’ .
4. Confirm your selection with [Enter].
   • The desired sound control intensity is saved.

Setting the colour macro in stand-alone operation

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Stand Alone  Color Macro’.
3. Use [Up] and [Down] to select a value of ‘Color Off’ … ‘Color 46’ .
4. Confirm your selection with [Enter].
5. Use [Up] and [Down] to select a value of ‘000’ … ‘255’ for RBG and W respectively.
6. Confirm your selection with [Enter].
   • The desired colour is saved under the desired colour macro number.

Setting the display light

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Setting DisplayLight’.
3. Use [Up] and [Down] to select ‘On’ or ‘Off’ .
4. Confirm your selection with [Enter].
   • The display remains on (On) or switches off after 1 minute (Off).

Selecting behaviour in case of DMX failure

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Setting  DMX Fail’.
3. Use [Up] and [Down] to select ‘Hold’ or ‘Blackout’ .
4. Confirm your selection with [Enter].
   • The last behaviour is maintained (Hold) or the light is switched off (Blackout).

Setting the IR remote control

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Setting è IR Remote’.
3. Use [Up] and [Down] to select ‘On’ or ‘Off’ .
4. Confirm your selection with [Enter].
   • The remote control is activated (On) or deactivated (Off).

Resetting the device to factory defaults

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Setting è Factory Reset’.
3. Press [Enter].
4. ‘Reset Now’ appears on the display
5. Confirm with [Enter].
   • The device is reset to the factory default settings.

Displaying the firmware version

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘System Info è Firmware’.
3. Press [Enter].
   • The current firmware version is displayed.

Displaying the operating hours

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘System Info è Operation Hours’.
3. Press [Enter].
   • The operation hours are displayed.

Operation

Menu overview

Functions in 4-channel DMX mode

7.4   Functions in 9-channel

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DMX mode

Channel| Value| Function
1| 0…255| Dimmer
2| 0…255| Red
Channel| Value| Function
---|---|---
3| 0…255| Green
4| 0…255| Blue
5| 0…255| White
6| Strobe
000…005| Strobe open
006…010| Strobe closed
011…033| Random pulse, slow…fast
034…056| Random ramp-up, slow…fast
057…079| Random ramp-down, slow…fast
080…102| Random strobe effect, slow…fast
103…127| Strobe pause effect, 5 s…1 s (short burst with break)
128…250| Strobe from slow…fast (<1 Hz…20 Hz)
251…255| Strobe open
7| Auto programme
000…015| Off
016…055| Auto programme 1
056…095| Auto programme 2
096…135| Auto programme 3
136…175| Auto programme 4
176…214| Auto programme 5
215…255| Auto programme 6
8| 000…255| Programme speed, slow…fast
9| Sound control
 | 000…010| Off
 | 011…255| Slow…fast

Technical specifications

output)
2 × USB| USB 2.0, 5 V/2 A
Power consumption| 150 W
Supply voltage| 100–240 V     50/60 Hz
Fuse| F1AL250V
Dimensions (W × H × D)| 160 mm × 220 mm × 50 mm
Installation| Holes for wall mounting
Weight| 1.2 kg
Ambient conditions| Temperature range| 0 °C…40 °C
Relative humidity| 20 %…80 % (non-condensing)

Plug and connection assignments

Introduction
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!

DMX connections
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 suit‐able XLR plug.

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:
  Symptom| Remedy
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  The unit does not work, no light, the fan does not run| Check the mains power connection and the main fuse.
  No response to the DMX controller| 1. The DMX indicator should light up. If it doesn’t, check DMX connectors and cables for proper connection.
  2. If the DMX indicator lights up but with no response, check the address settings and DMX polarity.
  3. Try using another DMX controller.
  4. Check whether the DMX cables lie near or adjacent to high-voltage cables, which could cause damage or interference with a DMX interface circuit.
• If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de.

Protecting the environment

Disposal of the packaging material

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.

Disposal of your old device
This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. 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.

References

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