VARYTEC 557587 Hero Pixel Wash User Manual

VARYTEC 557587 Hero Pixel Wash

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Name: Hero Pixel Wash 760FX Moving Head
• Date: 12.05.2023
• ID: 557587

General Information

The Hero Pixel Wash 760FX Moving Head is a professional, freely moving multifunctional spotlight designed for professional use.

The user manual is available for download on the manufacturer’s website for detailed information and further assistance.

Safety Instructions

Intended Use: The device is intended for professional use only and should not be used in households. Follow the instructions provided in the user manual to prevent personal injury or property damage.

Only individuals with the necessary physical, sensory, and intellectual abilities, along with relevant knowledge and experience, should operate the device. Supervision is required for inexperienced users.

To prolong the device’s lifespan, take regular breaks during operation and avoid frequent on/off cycles. The device is not suitable for continuous operation.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: Can the Hero Pixel Wash 760FX Moving Head be used outdoors?
A: Yes, the device can be used outdoors, but ensure it is protected from environmental factors like rain or extreme temperatures.

Q: How do I clean the moving head of the device?
A: Use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe the moving head. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials that may damage the device.

Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach

Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 Internet: www.thomann.de
12.05.2023, ID: 557587

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.

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].
3. Automatic operation is started.
4. Switch off the device.

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.
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 mate‐ rial and environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs| Type of danger
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| Warning – high-voltage.
| Warning – hot surface.
| 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 intel‐lectual 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!

• 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 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 to life due to electric current!
  A short circuit could lead to a fire hazard and risk of death. Always use proper ready-made insulated triple-core mains cable with a safety plug. 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.

WARNING!

• Eye damage caused by high light intensity
  Never look directly into the light source.

• Risk of epileptic shock
  Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights.

• Risk of burns
  The surface of the device can become very hot during operation. Do not touch the device with bare hands during operation, and after switching off wait for at least 15 minutes.

• 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 suffi‐cient 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.

• 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 main‐tained by qualified service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other malfunction. The device must not be moved during use.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Risk of overheating
  The distance between light source and the illuminated surface must be more than 1.5 m. Provide sufficient ventilation. The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C.

• 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.

Features

The moving head is particularly suitable for professional lighting work at medium-sized events and clubs. With a large zoom range from narrow 6 ° beam to broad 50 °wash, it is the perfect compact combination of wash and beam effects.

Special features of the device:

• Wash moving head pixel control
• Blade effect through rotating lens unit
• Pre-programmed pixel effects
• 7 × 60 W RGBW 4-in-1-LED from Osram
• LEDs can be controlled separately
• Beam angle: motorised zoom 6 °…50 °
• electronic dimmer: 0…100%, electronic shutter: 0…20 Hz, continuous FX rota‐tion
• 16-bit pan/tilt: 540 °/220 °, with automatic pan and tilt correction
• Control: DMX (9/34/23/51 channels), master/slave
• Integrated automatic programmes
• LD display with four buttons
• Black metal and plastic housing
• Connections
  • DMX in and output: XLR 3pin + 5pin
  • Current in and output: Power Twist

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.
You can install the device standing or hanging. When in use, the device must be mounted at a solid surface or clamped to an approved truss.

Work from a stable platform whenever you install or move the device or when you perform any kind of maintenance. Block access under the work area.

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.

NOTICE!
Risk of overheating
The distance between light source and the illuminated surface must be more than 1.5 m.
Provide sufficient ventilation.
The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C.

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

The Quick Lock mounts on the bottom side of the housing (A) allow the secure attachment of the included mounting brackets. These can be used to mount adapters such as half couplers, trigger clamps, c-hooks etc. Safety cables are threaded through the safety eyelets (B) on the bottom side 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).

Connections in master/slave mode
When you configure a group of devices in master/slave mode, the first unit will con‐trol the other units for an automatic, sound-activated, synchronized show. This func‐tion 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 controls

1| [DMX] | LED lights up when the unit is controlled via a DMX controller.
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2| [RUN] | LED lights up when the device is in operation.
3| Display
4| [UP] | Increases the displayed value by one.
5| [SET] | Activates the main and settings menu or selects an option of the respective operating mode, confirms the set value
6| [DOWN] | Decreases the displayed value by one.
7| [ESC] | Closes an open submenu without saving the changes.
8| [DMX In] | DMX input, designed as XLR panel plug, 3-pin
9| [DMX Out] | DMX output, designed as XLR panel socket, 3-pin
10| [DMX In] | DMX input, designed as XLR panel plug, 5-pin
11| [DMX Out] | DMX output, designed as XLR panel socket, 5-pin
12| Fuse holder
13| [Power In] | Lockable input socket (Power Twist) for mains power supply
14| [Power Out] | Lockable output socket (Power Twist) for powering a connected device

Operating

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 supply to start operation. After a few seconds, the fans start to work, and the head moves to the home positions for rotation (pan) and inclination (tilt). After a few more seconds, the display shows ‘001’ . The device is now operational.

Main menu
How to use the main menu

1. Press [SET] to enter the main menu.
2. To scroll between the individual menu items, press [UP] and [DOWN].
3. To open the selected menu item or confirm a value in a menu, press [SET].
   • All previous settings are retained even when you switch the device off and disconnect it from the mains.
4. To exit a menu item without making changes, press [ESC].

If you don’t press any button for 30 seconds the display turns off. A short press on [ESC], [SET], [UP] or [DOWN] will then turn it back on.

Device settings

Operating mode

The device can be operated with a DMX controller or as an independent host.

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Fixture Run Mode’.
3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the required value and confirm the selection with [SET].

The following values are available:

Setting the DMX address

For operation with a DMX controller, it is necessary to set a DMX address.

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Dmx Address’.
3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select a value between 1 and 512 for the desired DMX address (display shows ‘000’ … ‘512’ ) and confirm the selection with [SET].

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.

Setting the DMX mode

For operation with a DMX controller, it is necessary to set a DMX mode.

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Fixture Dmx Mode’.
3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired DMX mode and confirm the selection with [SET].

The following DMX modes are available:

Setting DMX signal mode

You can specify how the device should behave in case of DMX signal loss.

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Fixture Dmx Signal’.
3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the required value and confirm the selection with [SET].

The following values are available:

Specifying pan and tilt invert

You can specify how the device should behave for pan and tilt inversion.

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Fixture’.
3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired submenu or the desired value and confirm the selection with [SET].

The following submenus and values are available:

is activated.
‘Open’| Pan reversal in normal direction of rotation is activated.
‘Tilt Invert’| ‘Close’| Tilt reversal in opposite direction of rotation is activated.
‘Open’| Tilt reversal in normal direction of rota‐ tion is activated.

Manual control

Manual control is only possible and relevant if the device is not controlled via a DMX controller and not working as a slave in a master/slave configuration. Manual control can be used to adjust pan and tilt.

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Manual’.
3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired submenu or the desired value and confirm the selection with [SET].

The following submenus and values are available:

Default settings

Setting the start parameters

You can adapt the default settings to your own requirements. To enable the sub‐menus, you first have to enter a password.

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Factory è Password’.
3. Use [UP] and [DOWN] to enter the password ‘018’ and confirm the selection with [SET]
   • The submenus are enabled.
4. Navigate to ‘Factory’.
5. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired submenu or the desired value and confirm the selection with [SET].

The following submenus and values are available:

the following default settings
‘Pan’| ‘000…255’| Sets the home position of the rotation.
‘Tilt’| ‘000…255’| Sets the home position of the tilt movement.
‘Zoom’| ‘000…255’| Sets the home position of the zoom.
‘ZoomRo’| ‘000…255’| Sets the home position for zoom rotation.
‘Red’| ‘000…255’| Sets the initial intensity for red.
‘Green’| ‘000…255’| Sets the initial intensity for green.
‘Blue’| ‘000…255’| Sets the initial intensity for blue.
‘White’| ‘000…255’| Sets the initial intensity for white.

System information

Information about the running time, sensor function, temperature and software ver‐sion of the device can be displayed.

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Information’.
3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired submenu and confirm the selection with [SET].

The following submenus are available:

device.
‘Total Time’| Displays the total running time of the device.
‘Power Count’| Displays the total energy con‐ sumption of the device.
‘Sensor’|  | Displays the function of all sen‐ sors.
‘Temperature’| ‘Head Temp’| Displays the current tempera‐ ture of the spotlight head.
‘Fan Speed’| Displays the current fan speed.
‘Software Version’| ‘Panel’| Displays the current software version of the panel.
‘Motor’| Displays the current software version of the motor.
‘Dimmer’| Displays the current software version of the dimmer.

Device reset

If necessary, it is possible to fully reset the device, or to reset the motor drive on its own.

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Fixture Reset’.
3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired submenu or the desired value and confirm the selection with [SET].

The following submenus and values are available:

Display settings

You can adapt the display settings to your own requirements.

1. Open the main menu.
2. Navigate to ‘Display’.
3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired submenu or the desired value and confirm the selection with [SET].
4. The following submenus and values are available:

Menu overview

Functions in 9-channel DMX mode

quickly dark)
104…107| LEDs on
108…207| Impulse effect, increasing speed (dimmed light and dark)
208…212| LEDs on
213…225| Strobe effect (low speed)
226…238| Strobe effect (medium speed)
239…251| Strobe effect (high speed)
252…255| LEDs on
6| 000…255| Red intensity, 0 to 100%
7| 000…255| Green intensity, 0 to 100%
8| 000…255| Blue intensity, 0 to 100%
9| 000…255| White intensity, 0 to 100%

Functions in 34-channel DMX mode

quickly dark)
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104…107| LEDs on
108…207| Impulse effect, increasing speed (dimmed light and dark)
208…212| LEDs on
213…225| Strobe effect (low speed)
226…238| Strobe effect (medium speed)
239…251| Strobe effect (high speed)
252…255| LEDs on
12| 000…255| Dimmer intensity from dark (0) to bright (255)
13| 000…255| Fine adjustment of the dimmer
14| 000…255| Rotation (pan) (0° up to the maximum value of the Pan range)
15| 000…255| Fine adjustment of rotation (pan)
16| 000…255| Inclination (tilt) (0° up to the maximum value of the Tilt area)
17| 000…255| Fine adjustment of inclination (tilt)
18| 000…250| No function
250…255| Reset if the value is transmitted for at least 5 seconds
19| 000…255| Zoom, 0 to 100%
20| Zoom rotation
000…127| Static position of the rotating lens unit (0 to 60 °)
128…190| Clockwise rotation, decreasing speed
191…192| Stop rotation
193…255| Counter-clockwise rotation, increasing speed
21| 000…255| Selecting the form effects
22| 000…255| Speed of form effect
23| 000…255| Intensity of dimming of form effects
24| 000…255| Intensity of red form effect
25| 000…255| Intensity of green form effect
26| 000…255| Intensity of blue form effect
27| 000…255| Intensity of white form effect
28| 000…255| Intensity of form effect, 0 to 100%
29| 000…255| Background intensity, 0 to 100%
30| 000…255| Transition of form effect
31| 000…255| Dip of form effect
32| 000…255| Strobe intensity in the foreground
33| 000…255| Strobe intensity in the background
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34| 000…255| Background selection

Functions in 23-channel DMX mode

(255)
6| 000…255| Zoom, 0 to 100%
7| Zoom rotation
000…127| Static position of the rotating lens unit (0 to 60 °)
128…190| Clockwise rotation, decreasing speed
191…192| Stop rotation
193…255| Counter-clockwise rotation, increasing speed
8| 000…255| Intensity of dimmer gradient from dark to bright
9| Strobe
000…003| LEDs off
004…103| Impulse effect, increasing speed (dimmed light and dark)
104…107| LEDs on
108…207| Impulse effect, increasing speed (dimmed light and dark)
208…212| LEDs on
213…225| Strobe effect (low speed)
226…238| Strobe effect (medium speed)
239…251| Strobe effect (high speed)
252…255| LEDs on
10| 000…255| Red intensity, 0 to 100%
11| 000…255| Green intensity, 0 to 100%
12| 000…255| Blue intensity, 0 to 100%
13| 000…099| White intensity, 0 to 100%
14| 000…255| Intensity of colour temperature sequence
15| 000…255| Colour macros
16| 000…255| Static effect
17| 000…255| Dynamic effect
18| 000…255| Effects speed from slow (0) to fast (255)
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19| 000…255| Red background intensity, 0 to 100%
20| 000…255| Green background intensity, 0 to 100%
21| 000…255| Blue background intensity, 0 to 100%
22| 000…255| White background intensity, 0 to 100%
23| 000…250| No function
251…255| Reset if the value is transmitted for at least 5 seconds

Functions in 51-channel DMX mode

(255)
6| 000…255| Zoom, 0 to 100%
7| Zoom rotation
000…127| Static position of the rotating lens unit (0 to 60 °)
128…190| Clockwise rotation, decreasing speed
191…192| Stop rotation
193…255| Counter-clockwise rotation, increasing speed
8| 000…255| Intensity of dimmer gradient from dark to bright
9| Strobe
000…003| LEDs off
004…103| Constantly increasing brightness, increasing speed (dimmed bright, quickly dark)
104…107| LEDs on
108…207| Impulse effect, increasing speed (dimmed light and dark)
208…212| LEDs on
213…225| Strobe effect (low speed)
226…238| Strobe effect (medium speed)
239…251| Strobe effect (high speed)
252…255| LEDs on
10| 000…255| Red intensity, 0 to 100%
11| 000…255| Green intensity, 0 to 100%
12| 000…255| Blue intensity, 0 to 100%
13| 000…255| White intensity, 0 to 100%
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14| 000…255| Intensity of colour temperature sequence
15| 000…255| Colour macros
16| 000…255| Static effect
17| 000…255| Dynamic effect
18| 000…255| Effects speed from slow (0) to fast (255)
19| 000…255| Red background intensity, 0 to 100%
20| 000…255| Green background intensity, 0 to 100%
21| 000…255| Blue background intensity, 0 to 100%
22| 000…255| White background intensity, 0 to 100%
23| 000…250| No function
251…255| Reset if the value is transmitted for at least 5 seconds
24| 000…255| Red intensity, segment 1, 0 to 100%
25| 000…256| Green intensity, segment 1, 0 to 100%
26| 000…257| Blue intensity, segment 1, 0 to 100%
27| 000…258| White intensity, segment 1, 0 to 100%
28| 000…255| Red intensity, segment 2, 0 to 100%
29| 000…255| Green intensity, segment 2, 0 to 100%
30| 000…255| Blue intensity, segment 2, 0 to 100%
31| 000…255| White intensity, segment 2, 0 to 100%
32| 000…255| Red intensity, segment 3, 0 to 100%
33| 000…255| Green intensity, segment 3, 0 to 100%
34| 000…255| Blue intensity, segment 3, 0 to 100%
35| 000…255| White intensity, segment 3, 0 to 100%
36| 000…255| Red intensity, segment 4, 0 to 100%
37| 000…255| Green intensity, segment 4, 0 to 100%
38| 000…255| Blue intensity, segment 4, 0 to 100%
39| 000…255| White intensity, segment 4, 0 to 100%
40| 000…255| Red intensity, segment 5, 0 to 100%
41| 000…255| Green intensity, segment 5, 0 to 100%
42| 000…255| Blue intensity, segment 5, 0 to 100%
43| 000…255| White intensity, segment 5, 0 to 100%
44| 000…255| Red intensity, segment 6, 0 to 100%
45| 000…255| Green intensity, segment 6, 0 to 100%
46| 000…255| Blue intensity, segment 6, 0 to 100%
47| 000…255| White intensity, segment 6, 0 to 100%
48| 000…255| Red intensity, segment 7, 0 to 100%
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49| 000…256| Green intensity, segment 7, 0 to 100%
50| 000…257| Blue intensity, segment 7, 0 to 100%
51| 000…258| White intensity, segment 7, 0 to 100%

Technical specifications

XLR chassis plug, 5-pin
Output connections| Power supply of fur‐ ther devices| Lockable output socket (Power twist)
DMX control| XLR chassis socket, 3-pin
XLR chassis socket, 5-pin
Power consumption| 420 W
Supply voltage| 100 – 240 V    50/60 Hz
Fuse| 5 mm × 20 mm, 4 A, 250 V, fast blow
International Protection Rating| IP20
Dimensions (W × H × D)| 337 mm × 400 mm × 246 mm
Weight| 11.5 kg
Ambient conditions| Temperature range| 0 °C…40 °C
Relative humidity| 20%…80% (non-condensing)

Further information

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 suit‐able 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.

1

2

| Ground (shielding)

Signal inverted (DMX–, ‘cold’)

3| Signal (DMX+, ‘hot’)
4| unused/second connection (DMX–)
5| unused/second connection (DMX+)

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:

connection and the main fuse.
No response to the DMX con‐ troller| 1. The DMX indicator should light up. If it doesn’t, check DMX connectors and cables for proper con‐ nection.
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 adja‐ cent to high voltage cables, which could cause damage or interference with a DMX interface cir‐ cuit.

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 envi‐ronment: 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-oper‐ated 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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