eurolite PIX-72 LED RGB Bar User Manual

eurolite PIX-72 LED RGB Bar

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

Bar (50 cm) with 72 wide beam RGB LEDs, 4 segments

• Equipped with 72 x 5050 SMD-LED in the colors red, green and blue
• 3, 5, 6, 12-1 or 12-2 DMX channels selectable
• DMX-controlled operation or stand-alone operation with Master/Slave function
• Addressing and setting via Control Board with LED display and four operating buttons
• Functions: Static colors, RGB color blend, internal programs, dimmer, strobe settings via DMX, Master/Slave
• Subdivided into 4 pixels (illumination units with 18 LED each) which can be controlled individually via DMX
•  Sound-control via built-in microphone, sensitivity adjustable via control board · Locking possibility at the brackets
• IEC terminals for power linking up to 8 units · Switch-mode power supply for operation between 100 and 240 volts

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 a LED pixel bar 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 non- compliance 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 exactly be 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 55°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 – – -m 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 epileptic 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.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE

Top panel

1. Top panel with RGB LEDs

Rear panel

2. Fixation screw
3. Mounting bracket
4. Microphone for sound control
5. LED display with operating buttons
6. DMX input
7. DMX output
8. Housing
9. Power output
10. Power input
11. Fuse holder
12. Safety eyelet

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 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.

DMX512 CONNECTION

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 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 connections:

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

After connecting the device to the mains it is ready for operation. The display indicates the last operating mode. The operating modes can be selected by means of the display and the control buttons. All settings remain stored even if the device is disconnected from the mains. The device can be operated in stand-alone mode via the control board or in DMX-controlled mode via any commercial DMX controller.

Menu structure
Press the MENU button so many times until the desired function is indicated on the display. Use the ENTER button to select the function. With the buttons UP and DOWN you can select the mode. Confirm with ENTER.

Mode| Display Function
---|---
DMX mode| Addr| 001-512| Setting DMX starting address
Chnd| 12C2| d001-512| 12-2-channel mode
12C1| d001-512| 12-1-channel mode
6CH| d001-512| 6-channel mode
5CH| d001-512| 5-channel mode
3CH| d001-512| 3-channel mode

Slave mode and blackout function

|

Sind

| MASt| Master mode
d512| Blackout function in case of missing DMX signal
SL1-SL2| Slave mode

Sound control

|

Soun

| So 0 – So16| Sound-controlled programs
Se00 – Se99| Microphone sensitivity

low > high

Automatic mode

|

Auto

| Au 0 – 16| Automatic show programs
SP 1 – SP 9| Running speed slow > fast
Color mix|

Color

| red 000-255| Red 0-100%
Green 000-255| Green 0-100%
blue 000-255| Blue 0-100%
Display reverse| disp| Display normal
dsip| Display reversed (180°)
Software version| Ver| V10| Indicates software version
Default| rset| | Reset to factory settings

Stand-alone mode

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
   Slnd is indicated on the display. Confirm with the ENTER button. You can then select between SL1 or SL2. Confirm with the ENTER button.

2. To determine the master device press the MENU button until the menu item MASt appears in the display. Confirm with the ENTER button.

3. 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.

4. Set the master unit to the desired operating mode. The interconnected devices will now operate synchronously.

Sound control
Via the integrated microphone the unit can perfectly reproduce the show programs to the rhythm of the music (sufficient bass provided).

1. Press the MENU button so many times until Soun is indicated in the display. Confirm with the ENTER button. Use the buttons UP and DOWN to select the desired show program. Confirm with the ENTER button.
2. Now use the buttons UP and DOWN to adjust the microphone sensitivity to the volume of the music (Se00 = low, Se99 = high).
3. If you enable the silent scene mode in menu item SInd, the LEDs will be switched off if the volume is too low or if there is no sufficient bass beat. If you disable this mode the LEDs remain switched on during periods without music.

Automatic mode
In automatic mode, 16 show programs are available that run at an adjustable speed.

1. Press the MENU button so many times until Auto is indicated in the display. Confirm with the ENTER button. Use the buttons UP and DOWN to select the desired show program. Confirm with ENTER again.
2. Now use the buttons UP and DOWN to adjust the running speed of the program from SP0 (slow) to SP9 (fast). Confirm with ENTER.

Individual color mix
In the color mode CoLo each of the LEDs can be individually adjusted for brightness. The device will constantly emit the adjusted color.

1. Press the MENU so many times until CoLo is indicated in the display. Confirm with the ENTER button.
2. Now the display indicates red for the color red and the corresponding brightness value. Use the buttons UP and DOWN to adjust the desired brightness.
3. Confirm with the ENTER button. Now the color green can be adjusted, then blue.

Display reverse To invert the display by 180°, press the MENU button so many times until dISP is indicated in the display. Confirm with the ENTER button. The display shows dSIP. Each time you press the ENTER button, the display rotates.
Indicate software version To indicate the version number of the firmware (operating system of the unit), press the button MENU so many times until Ver is indicated in the display. Confirm with the ENTER button. The version will be indicated in the display.

Reset to default settings The device can be reset to factory settings. Press the MENU button so many times until rset is indicated in the display. Confirm with the ENTER button.

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 12 control channels. However, it can also be switched to a mode with 3, 5 or 6 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 Chnd is indicated on the display. Confirm with the ENTER button.
2. The display indicates 3 CH (3 DMX channels), 5 CH (5 DMX channels), 6 CH (6 DMX channels), 12-1 CH (12 DMX channels) or 12-2 CH (12 DMX channels). Use the buttons UP and DOWN to select the desired DMX channel mode. Confirm with the ENTER button.
3. Now the display indicates the menu item for the DMX start address Addr. Use the buttons UP and DOWN to set the address. Confirm with the ENTER button.
4. A dot will flash when DMX signals are being received. If no control signals are available, the dot will not flash.

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 similarly, they will work synchronously.

The LEDs of the device are organized into LED segments, each of which can be individually controlled with the following DMX protocol. The segments are arranged as shown in the graphic below.

Functions in DMX mode

3-channel mode

5-channel mode

5

| 000 – 000| No function
001 – 005| Sound-controlled mode (7 colors)
006 – 010| No function
011 – 255| Strobe effect with increasing speed 0-100%

6-channel mode

12-1-channel mode

12-2-channel mode

1

2| 000 – 255| Green 0-100%
3| 000 – 255| Blue 0-100%
4| 000 – 255| Red 0-100%| ****

2

5| 000 – 255| Green 0-100%
6| 000 – 255| Blue 0-100%
7| 000 – 255| Red 0-100%| ****

3

8| 000 – 255| Green 0-100%
9| 000 – 255| Blue 0-100%
10| 000 – 255| Red 0-100%| ****

4

11| 000 – 255| Green 0-100%
12| 000 – 255| Blue 0-100%

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
The outside of the device should be cleaned periodically to remove contaminants such as dust etc. The lenses, 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.

Replacing the fuse
If the fine-wire fuse of the device fuses, only replace the fuse by a fuse of same type and rating.

1. Disconnect the device from power and allow it to cool.
2. Open the fuse holder of the mains connection with a fitting screwdriver.
3. Remove the old fuse from the fuse holder and replace it with a new fuse.
4. Carefully push the fuse holder back into its position before reapplying power.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
Disposal of old equipment When to be definitively put out of operation, take the product to your dealer or 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:| IEC connector (F) mounting version
Fuse:| T 0,5 A Fuse replaceable
LED:| 72 x SMD 5050 3in1 TCL RGB (homogenous color mix)
Flash rate:| 0 – 20 Hz
DMX channels:| 3; 5; 6; 12-1; 12-2
DMX input:| 3-pin XLR (M) mounting version
DMX output:| 3-pin XLR (F) mounting version
Cooling:| Passive convection
Control:| Stand-alone; DMX; Master/slave function; Sound to light via Microphone
Beam angle (1/2 peak):| 120°
Housing color:| Black
Display type:| 4 digits 7-segment LED display
Dimensions:| Length: 56,5 cm
Depth: 7,0 cm
Height: 9,0 cm
Weight:| 750 g

All information is subject to change without prior notice. © 08.11.2021

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