STAIRVILLE 524845 Infinite Pixel 360 Moving Head User Manual

Infinite Pixel 360
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0
Internet: www.thomann.de
20.04.2023, ID: 524845

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 reference. 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.

1.1 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.

1.2 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.
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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.

1.3 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.

dangerous situation that will result  in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
WARNING!| This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in  death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
CAUTION!| This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in  minor injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE!| This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in  material and environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs| Type of danger
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| Warning – high-voltage.
| Warning – dangerous optical radiation.
| Warning – suspended load.
| Warning – danger zone.

Safety instructions

Intended use
This device is intended for use as a freely moving multifunctional spotlight. The device is designed for professional use and is not suitable for use in households. 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.
Extend the operating life of the device by regular breaks and by avoiding frequent switching on and off. The device is not suitable for continuous operation.

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.
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| DANGER!
Electric shock 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 use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord)  with a protective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so could result in  electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a registered electrician.
| WARNING!
Eye damage caused by high light intensity Never look directly into the light source.
| WARNING!
Risk of epileptic shock
Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights.
| WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling objects
Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment, such as a safety cable or a safety chain. The load capacity of trusses or other fixtures must be sufficient for the intended number of devices. Not that the movement of the head places additional loads on the load-bearing parts.
| CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to movements of the device
The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the device, when the device operates in automatic mode or under remote  control and when you turn off a DMX controller that is connected to the device. Persons staying near the  device could be injured or frightened. Before you turn on the device and during the operation, always  ensure that nobody stays close to the device. If work has to be performed in the area of movement or in the near vicinity of the device, it must remain turned off.

NOTICE!
Risk of fire
Do 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. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions  specified in the chapter ‘Technical specifications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature fluctuations and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to temperature fluctuations (for example after transport at low  outside temperatures). Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by qualified service personnel at regular intervals to prevent  overheating and other malfunction. The device must not be moved during use.
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!
Fire hazard due to exceedance of the maximum current
The device can power other devices of identical construction. The current consumption of all other devices connected in series must not exceed the values indicated in the technical specifications. Otherwise you risk injuries and  irreparable damages to the device. Only connect so many identical devices that the maximum current consumption is not exceeded. Ensure the sufficient dimensioning (wire cross section) of the power cables used for all devices connected in series.
NOTICE!
Risk of overheating
The distance between light output and the illuminated surface must be more than 1.5 m (19.7in). Provide sufficient ventilation. The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F).
NOTICE!
Possible damage due to 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.
NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your surface and after some time cause permanent dark stains. In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the surface and use a  suitable underlay if necessary, i.e. felt pads or similar.

Features

• 36 × 4-in-1 RGBW LEDs (10 W each), arranged in a 6×6 matrix
• Continuous Pan and Tilt rotation
• Control via DMX (3 different modes) and via buttons and display on the unit
• Preprogrammed automatic shows
• LED matrix allows the display of letters and numbers via DMX
• Separately controllable LEDs in the 152 channel DMX mode
• Strobe effect
• Sound control
• Master / Slave mode
• Lockable connectors (Power Twist) for self-supply and for supplying further devices

For technological reasons, the light output of LEDs decreases over their lifetime. This effect increases with higher operating temperature. You can extend the service life of the illuminants by providing adequate ventilation and operating  the LEDs with the lowest possible brightness.

Installation

Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit.
Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Lift the device only at the base. When lifted at the rotatable mounting, the device may be damaged.
WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling objects
Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment, such as a safety cable or a safety chain.
The load capacity of trusses or other fixtures must be sufficient for the intended number of devices. Not that the movement of the head places additional loads on the load-bearing parts.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to movements of the device
The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the device, when the device operates in automatic mode or under remote control and when you turn off  a DMX controller that is connected to the device. Persons staying near the device could be injured or frightened.
Before you turn on the device and during the operation, always ensure that nobody stays close to the device. If work has to be performed in the area of movement or in the near vicinity of the device, it must remain turned off.
NOTICE!
Risk of overheating
The distance between light output and the illuminated surface must be more than 1.5 m (19.7in).
Provide sufficient ventilation.
The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F).
NOTICE!
Possible damage caused by movements of the device
Always ensure that enough space is free around the device for the movements of the head (pan, tilt).
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.

Mounting options
You can install the unit in hanging or standing position. When in use, the device must always be attached to a solid surface or an approved truss.
Always work from a stable platform whenever installing, moving or servicing the unit. In doing so, the area underneath the unit must be cordoned off.
The Quick Lock openings (A) on the bottom side of the housing allow the secure attachment of Omega brackets. There, you can fasten adapters such as half couplers, trigger clamps, c-hooks etc. The safety cable must be threaded through  the cut-outs (B) on the bottom of the housing.

Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer.

Starting up

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.

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).

DMX indicator
If the device is correctly connected to a switched-on DMX controller and a DMX signal is being received on the input, the DMX indicator lights up on the front of the device.

Connections in master/slave mode
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.

Control via ArtNet

Connections and controls

Overview

Control panel, connection panel

▶selects an option of the respective menu item, confirms the set value
▼selects the next menu item, decreases the displayed value by one
◀closes an open sub menu without saving the changes
opens the main menu or returns to the main menu
11| Control LEDs
[DMX] | The green LED lights up when a DMX controller is connected and flashes when DMX data is transmitted.
[Master] | The green LED lights up when the device is configured as “master”.
[Slave] | The green LED lights up when the device is configured as “slave”.
[Sound] | The green LED lights up when the built-in microphone picks up a signal for the sound control.
12| [Power In] | lockable input socket (Power Twist) for the power supply of the device
13| [Power Out] | lockable output socket (Power Twist) for powering a connected device
14| [On/Off] | main switch. Turns the device on and off.
15| [Fuse] | fuse holder
16| [Art-Net] | RJ45 input to control via ArtNet
17| [Art-Net] | RJ45 output to control further devices via ArtNet
18| [DMX In] | DMX input, designed as XLR panel plug, 3-pin
19| [DMX In] | DMX input, designed as XLR panel plug, 5-pin
20| [DMX Out] | DMX output, designed as XLR panel socket, 3-pin
21| [DMX Out] | DMX output, designed as XLR panel socket, 5-pin

Operating

7.1 Starting the device
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to movements of the device
The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the device, when the device operates in automatic mode or under remote control and when you turn off  a DMX controller that is connected to the device. Persons staying near the device could be injured or frightened.
Before you turn on the device and during the operation, always ensure that nobody stays close to the device. If work has to be performed in the area of movement or in the near vicinity of the device, it must remain turned off.
Connect the device to the power grid and turn it on with the main switch to start operation. After a few seconds, the fans start to work, the head moves to the home positions for rotation (pan) and inclination (tilt), the screen displays a start message.
After a few more seconds, the device operates in the last set mode.
If you don’t press any button for about 30 seconds, the device returns automatically to the main menu. The set values are retained even when the device is disconnected from the mains power supply.

7.2 Main menu

1. Press to activate the main menu.
2. Press ▲or ▼to select a menu item.
3. Confirm the selection with .
4. Use or to change the respectively displayed value.
5. When the display shows the desired value, press .
6. To exit a menu item without making changes, press .
7. To return to the main menu, press .

As soon as you activate the main menu, the DMX control and a currently running automatic show are being interrupted. The movable head of the unit moves to its home position.
If you close the main menu without making changes, the unit continues to operate with the previous settings.
All previously made settings are retained even when you disconnect the device from the power grid.

7.2.1 DMX address

This setting is only relevant if the device is controlled via a DMX controller.

1. Press to activate the main menu.
2. Press ▲or▼ until the display shows ‘DMX Address’ and confirm your selection with .
3. Use or to select a value between 1 and 512 for the desired DMX address (display shows ‘001’ … ‘512’ ) and confirm the selection with ▶.
   Make sure that this number matches the configuration of your DMX controller.
   The following table shows the respective highest possible DMX address for the various DMX modes.

7.2.2 Network settings (ArtNet)

In this menu you determine the network settings.

1. Press to activate the main menu.
2. Press ▲or▼ until the display shows ‘Ethernet Set’ and confirm your selection with ▶.
3. Press or to select the desired sub menu or the desired value and confirm the selection with .
   The following sub menus are available:

7.2.3 DMX mode

This setting is only relevant if the device is controlled via a DMX controller.

1. Press to activate the main menu.
2. Press or until the display shows ‘Channel Mode’ and confirm your selection with .
3. Press or to select the desired DMX mode and confirm the selection with .
   The following DMX modes are available:

7.2.4 Preprogrammed automatic show

Automatic mode is only relevant if the device is operating alone or is the master in a master/slave configuration and is not controlled via a DMX controller.

1. Press to activate the main menu.
2. Press ▲or▼ until the display shows ‘Show Mode’ and confirm your selection with ▶.
   The automatic show will start immediately.

Menu overview

7.6 Functions in 10-channel DMX mode

Channel

| Value|

Function

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1| Rotation (pan)
0…127| Fixed position (0° to 540°)
128…191| Continuous clockwise rotation, speed decreasing
192…255| Continuous anti-clockwise rotation, speed increasing
2| Inclination (tilt)
0…127| Fixed position (0° to 270°)
128…191| Continuous clockwise tilt movement, speed decreasing
192…255| Continuous anti-clockwise tilt movement, speed increasing
3| 0…255| Dimmer intensity (0 % to 100 %)
4| 0…255| Intensity red (0 % to 100 %), all LEDs together
5| 0…255| Intensity green (0 % to 100 %), all LEDs together
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6| 0…255| Intensity blue (0 % to 100 %), all LEDs together
7| 0…255| Intensity blue (0 % to 100 %), all LEDs together
8| Stroboscope
0…6| LEDs off
7…128| Impulse effect, increasing speed
129…255| Constant strobe effect, increasing speed
9| Colour macro
0…7| No function
8…255| Colour macros 1 to 32
10| Reset
0…9| No function
10…50| Reset, if the value is transmitted for at least 5 seconds
51…255| No function

7.7 Functions in 18-channel DMX mode

Channe l

| Value|

Function

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1| Rotation (pan)
0…127| Fixed position (0° to 540°)
128…191| Constant clockwise rotation, speed decreasing
192…255| Constant anti-clockwise rotation, speed increasing
2| 0…255| Fine adjustment for rotation (pan)
3| Inclination (tilt)
0…127| Fixed position (0° to 270°)
128…191| Constant clockwise inclination, speed decreasing
192…255| Constant anti-clockwise inclination, speed increasing
4| 0…255| Fine adjustment for inclination (tilt)
5| 0…255| Auto-correction of rotation (pan) and inclination (tilt), decreasing speed
6| Rotation (pan)
0…127| No movement
128…191| Continuous clockwise rotation, speed decreasing
192…255| Continuous anti-clockwise rotation, speed increasing
7| Inclination (tilt)
0…127| No movement
 | 128…191| Continuous clockwise tilt movement, speed decreasing
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192…255| Continuous anti-clockwise tilt movement, speed increasing
8| 0…255| Dimmer intensity (0 % to 100 %)
9| 0…255| Intensity red (0 % to 100 %), all LEDs together
10| 0…255| Intensity green (0 % to 100 %), all LEDs together
11| 0…255| Intensity blue (0 % to 100 %), all LEDs together
12| 0…255| Intensity blue (0 % to 100 %), all LEDs together
13| Stroboscope
0…6| LEDs off
7…128| Impulse effect, increasing speed
129…255| Constant strobe effect, increasing speed
14| Colour macro
0…7| No function
8…255| Colour macros 1 to 32
15| Number and letter display
0…7| No function
8…76| Numbers from 0 to 9
78…255| Letters from A to Z
16| Preprogrammed automatic show
0…7| No function
8…37| Preprogrammed automatic show no. 1
38…67| Preprogrammed automatic show no. 2
68…97| Preprogrammed automatic show no. 3
98…127| Preprogrammed automatic show no. 4
128…157| Preprogrammed automatic show no. 5
158…255| Preprogrammed automatic show no. 6
17| Running speed of preprogrammed automatic show (when channel 16 = 8… 255)
0…255| Running speed decreasing
18| Reset
0…9| No function
10…50| Reset, if the value is transmitted for at least 5 seconds
51…255| No function

7.8 Functions in 152-channel DMX mode

speed
6| Rotation (pan)
0…127| No movement
128…191| Continuous clockwise rotation, speed decreasing
192…255| Continuous anti-clockwise rotation, speed increasing
7| Inclination (tilt)
0…127| No movement
128…191| Continuous clockwise tilt movement, speed decreasing
192…255| Continuous anti-clockwise tilt movement, speed increasing
8| Reset
0…9| No function
10…50| Reset, if the value is transmitted for at least 5 seconds
51…255| No function
9| 0…255| Intensity Red (0 % to 100 %), LED 1
10| 0…255| Intensity Green (0 % to 100 %), LED 1
11| 0…255| Intensity Blue (0 % to 100 %), LED 1
12| 0…255| Intensity White (0 % to 100 %), LED 1
13| 0…255| Intensity Red (0 % to 100 %), LED 2
14| 0…255| Intensity Green (0 % to 100 %), LED 2
15| 0…255| Intensity Blue (0 % to 100 %), LED 2
16| 0…255| Intensity White (0 % to 100 %), LED 2
17| 0…255| Intensity Red (0 % to 100 %), LED 3
18| 0…255| Intensity Green (0 % to 100 %), LED 3
19| 0…255| Intensity Blue (0 % to 100 %), LED 3
20| 0…255| Intensity White (0 % to 100 %), LED 3
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149| 0…255| Intensity Red (0 % to 100 %), LED 36
150| 0…255| Intensity Green (0 % to 100 %), LED 36
151| 0…255| Intensity Blue (0 % to 100 %), LED 36
152| 0…255| Intensity White (0 % to 100 %), LED 36

Numbering of the separately controllable LEDs

Technical specifications

XLR chassis socket, 5-pin
ArtNet control| RJ45
Output connections| Power supply| Lockable output socket (Power Twist)
DMX control| XLR chassis socket, 3-pin
XLR chassis socket, 5-pin
ArtNet control| RJ45
Power consumption| 400 W
Supply voltage| 100 – 240 V    50/60 Hz
Fuse| 5 mm × 20 mm, 5 A, 250 V, slow-blow
Degree of protection| IP20
Mounting options| Wall mounting, truss mounting
Dimensions (W × H × D)| 452 mm × 538 mm × 282 mm
Weight| 15.4 kg
Ambient conditions| Temperature range| 0 °C…40 °C
Relative humidity| 20 %…80 % (non-condensing)

Plug and connection assignment

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 suitable XLR plug.

DMX connections
A five-pin XLR socket serves as DMX output, a five-pin XLR plug serves as DMX input.
The drawing below and the table show the pin assignment of a matching coupling.

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:

fuse.
2. Check the settings in manual operation.
No response to the DMX
controller| 1. If the DMX indicator on the front of the device is not lit in DMX mode, then no valid DMX signal is received. Check whether the DMX controller is switched on. Check the DMX connectors and cables for proper connection.
2. If the DMX indicator on the front of the device is lit in DMX mode, but there is still no response, check the address settings and the DMX polarity.
3. Check whether the DMX cables run near or par‐ allel to high-voltage cables that may cause damage or interference to a DMX interface circuit.
4. Try using another DMX controller.

If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de.

Cleaning

Optical lenses
Clean the optical lenses, that are accessible from the outside, regularly in order to optimize the light output. The frequency of cleaning depends on the operating environment: wet, smoky or particularly dirty surroundings can cause more  accumulation of dirt on the optics of the device.

• Clean with a soft cloth using our lamp and lens cleaner (item no. 280122).
• Always dry the parts carefully.

Fan grids
The fan grids of the device must be cleaned of any contamination, such as dust, etc.
on a regular basis. Before cleaning, switch off the device and disconnect mains-operated devices from the mains. Only use pH-neutral, solvent-free and non-abrasive cleaning agents. Clean the unit with a slightly damp lint-free cloth.

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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