BOTEX DPX-620 III 6-Ch Harting Dimmer Pack User Manual

DPX-620 III 6-Ch Harting Dimmer Pack
User Manual

DPX-620 III 6-Ch Hurting Dimmer Pack

DPX-620 III 6-Ch. Harting
Dimmer Pack

General information

This document contains important instructions for the safe operation of the product. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the document for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all those  using the product. If you sell the product to another user, be sure that they also receive this document.
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous development. They are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documentation, which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
1.1 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 document.

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 material and environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs| Type of danger
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| Warning – high-voltage.
| Warning – danger zone.

Safety instructions

Intended use

This appliance is designed for professional use only and is intended to be used to control the brightness of connected spotlights. 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!
Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!
Children can suffocate on packaging material and small parts. Children can injure themselves when handling the device. Never allow children to play with the packaging material and the device. Always store packaging material out of the  reach of babies and small children. Always dispose of packaging material properly when it is not in use. Never allow children to use the device without supervision. Keep small parts away from children and make sure that the device does  not shed any small parts (such knobs) that children could play with.
DANGER!
Danger to life due to electric current!
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 when covers, safety equipment or optical components are missing or damaged.
DANGER!
Danger to life due to electric current!
A short circuit could lead to a fire hazard and risk of death. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug! In case of isolation damage, disconnect immediately the power supply and arrange repair. If in doubt, seek advice from a qualified electrician.
DANGER!
Risk of death from electrical current!
Hazardous voltage may be present at cable ends and screw terminals. The connection of screw terminals and all maintenance and repair work on the electrical installation of the device may only be performed by a qualified electrician.  Always perform maintenance and repair work when the device is free from voltage. Failure to comply may result in electric shock and risk of fire and loss of life. Always observe all electrical safety instructions applicable in the country of  operation.
NOTICE!
Risk of fire due to covered vents and neighbouring heat sources!
If the vents of the device are covered or the device is operated in the immediate vicinity of other heat sources, the device can overheat and burst into flames. Never cover the device or the vents. Do not install the device in the immediate vicinity of other heat sources. Never operate the device in the immediate vicinity of naked flames.
NOTICE!
Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions!
The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient conditions. Only operate the device indoors within the ambient conditions specified in the “Technical specifications” chapter of this user manual. Avoid operating it in environments with direct sunlight, heavy dirt and strong vibrations. Avoid operating it in environments with strong temperature fluctuations. If temperature fluctuations cannot be avoided (for example after transport in low outside  temperatures), do not switch on the device immediately.
Never subject the device to liquids or moisture. Never move the device to another location while it is in operation. In environments with increased dirt levels (for example due to dust, smoke, nicotine or mist): Have the device cleaned by qualified specialists at regular intervals to prevent damage due to overheating and other malfunctions.
NOTICE!
Damage to the device due to high voltages!
The device can be damaged if it is operated with the incorrect voltage or if high voltage peaks occur. In the worst case, excess voltages can also cause a risk of injury and fires. Make sure that the voltage specification on the device matches  the local power grid before plugging in the device. Only operate the device from professionally installed mains sockets that are protected by a residual current circuit breaker (FI). As a precaution, disconnect the device from the power grid  when storms are approaching or it the device will not be used for a longer period.

Features

• Six dimmer channels
• Output: 16-pin multi-pin industrial connector
• Digital control system
• Control via DMX 512
• Single channel fuse (6 A)
• Phase correction for linear dimming
• Individually adjustable dimmer curve
• Power supply via 5-pin mains connection cable for CEE plug

Installation and starting up

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.
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.
The device is designed for mounting in 19-inch racks, it occupies two rack units (RU).
If necessary, install a CEE plug on the power cord of the device.
First, connect the loads to the terminals on the back of the device. Establish the DMX link to the controller. Finally, connect the CEE plug of the device to a CEE socket.
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 series connection. Make sure that the output of the last DMX device in the chain is terminated by a resistor (110 Ω, ¼ W).

Connections and controls

Front panel

1. [1]…[6] | Circuit breakers for channels 1…6, arranged in three blocks. With the circuit breakers, the desired channels are being activated ([I – ON]) or deactivated ([O – OFF]).
2. [DMX] | The control LED lights when a DMX signal is received.
3. [1]…[6] | Voltage indicators of channels 1…6.The LEDs of active channels light solid green during operation.
4. Display
5. [CH 1] … [CH 6] | Buttons for direct control of channels 1…6
6. Function buttons
   [MENU] | Opens the main menu
   [ESC] | Closes an opened menu
   [UP] / [DOWN] | Navigates within a menu, increases or decreases the displayed value

1. [DMX OUT] | DMX output
2. [ANALOG] | Connections to control the device by a voltage in the range 0 V … 10 V
3. [DMX IN] | DMX input
4. Dimmer outputs, 16-pin multi-pin industrial connector (note the device label when connecting the cables).
5. Power cord for 5-pin CEE plug (32 A / phase, 3 × 230 V)

Operating

Turning the device on / off
As soon as you connect the device to the power supply, the display shows the current software version, then a bar graph with the brightness set for each channel.
Turn on the required channels via the associated circuit breakers (LEDs of active channels light up green).
Disconnect the device from the power supply to turn it off.
Adjusting the brightness of an individual channel
Press one of the channel buttons [CH 1] … [CH 6] to change the brightness. Pressing briefly results in changes with small increments, press longer for changes with larger increments.
Press [ESC] to reverse the direction of change.
Setting the brightness for all channels
Press one of the channel buttons [UP] or [DOWN] to increase or decrease the brightness of all channels together. Pressing briefly results in changes with small increments, press longer for changes with larger increments.
Assigning a DMX address (patching)

Proceed as follows to assign DMX addresses to the dimmer channels:

1. Press [MENU] to open the main menu. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the ‘Patching’ menu.

2. Confirm with [MENU].
   The display shows ‘Patching Start’

3. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to choose between assignment mode ‘Start’ (channels are automatically addressed consecutively) and ‘Independent’ (DMX addresses are independently of each other).
   Confirm with [MENU].

4. In ‘Start’ mode: Use [UP] or [DOWN] to set the DMX address of channel 1 to between 1 … 512.
   Confirm with [MENU].

5. In ‘Independent’ mode: Use [UP] or [DOWN] to choose between ‘All’ (all channels get the same DMX address) and ‘Single’ (each channel can get an individual DMX address).
   In ‘Independent – All’ mode: Use [UP] or [DOWN] to set the DMX address to between 1 … 512 for all channels. Confirm with [MENU].
   In ‘Independent – Single’ mode: Use [UP] or [DOWN] to first select the channel whose DMX address is to be set. Confirm with ‘MENU’ . Then set a DMX address between 1 … 512 for this channel. Confirm with [MENU] and repeat the procedure for all channels.

6. Press [ESC] to return to the main menu.

Device behaviour if DMX signal fails
Proceed as follows to specify how the device behaves when the DMX signal fails:

1. Press [MENU] to open the main menu. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the ‘DMX Fail’ menu.

2. Confirm with [MENU].
   The display shows ‘Dmx fail’

3. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to switch between the following options
   • ‘Last Hold’ : Most recent setting is retained
   • ‘Analog’ : The analogue control signal (input [ANALOG]) is analyzed
   • ‘Progr:01-12’ : The built-in automatic programmes are executed
   Confirm with [MENU].

4. In ‘Progr:01-12’ mode: Use [UP] or [DOWN] to set the duration of each step (and thus the programme speed) to between 0.005 s … 30.0 s.

5. Press [ESC] to return to the main menu.

Setting maximum brightness

Proceed as follows to set the maximum brightness for the dimmer channels:

1. Press [MENU] to open the main menu. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the ‘MAX”level’ menu.

2. Confirm with [MENU].
   The display shows ‘MAX”level’ .

3. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to choose between ‘All’ (all channels get the same maximum brightness) and ‘Single’ (each channel can get an individual maximum brightness).
   Confirm with [MENU].

4. In ‘All’ mode: Use [UP] or [DOWN] to set the maximum brightness for all channels to
   between 70% … 100%. Confirm with [MENU].
   In ‘Independent – Single’ mode: Use [UP] or [DOWN] to first select the channel whose maximum brightness is to be set. Confirm with ‘MENU’ . Then set the maximum bright‐ ness for this channel to between 70% … 100%. Confirm  with [MENU] and repeat the procedure for all channels.

5. Press [ESC] to return to the main menu.

Setting minimum brightness

Proceed as follows to set the minimum brightness for the dimmer channels:

1. Press [MENU] to open the main menu. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the ‘Midlevel’ menu.

2. Confirm with [MENU].
   • The display shows ‘MinLevel’ .

3. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to choose between ‘All’ (all channels get the same minimum bright‐ness) and ‘Single’ (each channel can get an individual minimum brightness).
   Confirm with [MENU].

4. In ‘All’ mode: Use [UP] or [DOWN] to set the minimum brightness for all channels to between 0% … 30%. Confirm with [MENU].
   In ‘Single’ mode: Use [UP] or [DOWN] to first select the channel whose minimum bright‐ness is to be set. Confirm with ‘MENU’ . Then set the minimum brightness for this channel to between 0% … 30%. Confirm with [MENU] and repeat the procedure for all channels.

5. Press [ESC] to return to the main menu.

Setting the dimmer curve

Proceed as follows to adjust the dimmer curve of the dimmer channels:

1. Press [MENU] to open the main menu. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the ‘Curve’ menu.

2. Confirm with [MENU].
   The display shows ‘Curve’ .

3. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to choose between ‘All’ (all channels get the same dimmer curve) and ‘Single’ (each channel can get an individual dimmer curve).
   Confirm with [MENU].

4. In ‘All’ mode: Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select the dimmer curve from the options:
   • ‘Linear’
   • ‘S-Curve’
   • ‘Non Dim’
   • ‘Square’
   Confirm with [MENU].
   In ‘Single’ mode: Use [UP] or [DOWN] to first select the channel whose dimmer curve is to be set. Confirm with ‘MENU’ . Then select the dimmer curve for this channel from the options:
   • ‘Linear’
   • ‘S-Curve’
   • ‘Non Dim’
   • ‘Square’
   Confirm with [MENU] and repeat the procedure for all channels.

5. Press [ESC] to return to the main menu.

Menu overview

Technical specifications

Three-phase: 400 V  50 Hz
International Protection Rating| IP20
Installation properties| 19 inch, 2 RU
Dimensions (W × H × D)| 482 mm × 88 mm × 325 mm
Weight| 13.5 kg
Ambient conditions| Temperature range| 0 °C…40 °C
Relative humidity| 50% (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 suitable XLR plug.

Protecting the environment

Disposal of the packing material
Environmentally friendly materials have been chosen for the packaging. These materials can be sent for normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of in the proper manner.
Do not dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling. Please follow the instructions and markings on the packaging.

Observe the disposal note regarding documentation in France.
Disposal of your old device

This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) as amended.
Do not dispose of your old device with your normal household waste; instead, deliver it for controlled disposal by an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility.
When disposing of the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste management facility. Proper disposal protects the environment as well as the health of your fellow human beings.
Also note that waste avoidance is a valuable contribution to environmental protection. Repairing a device or passing it on to another user is an ecologically valuable alternative to disposal.
You can return your old device to Thomann GmbH at no charge. Check the current conditions on www.thomann.de.
If your old device contains personal data, delete those data before disposing of it.

References

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