eurolite PLL-384 WW LED Panel User Manual

eurolite PLL-384 WW LED Panel

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

DMX controlled surface light with 192 LEDs each in cold and warm white, QuickDMX port, diffuser and barn doors

• High-grade surface light with 384 super bright, white LEDs
• Color temperature sleeplessly adjustable between 2700 K and 5700 K
• CRI of >90
• 69 preset color temperatures
• Ideal for photography, film, stage and trade fair lighting
• Energy saving, durable and environmental friendly
• Milky diffuser provides a homogeneous and soft continuous light
• Four barn doors to avoid blinding the audience and for protection during transport
• Sleeplessly dimmable
• Manual or DMX512 control
• Supports QuickDMX – the wireless DMX system from Eurolite
• Built-in phantom-powered USB port for QuickDMX receivers (accessories)
• Addressing and setting via control panel with LCD
• Color temperature and brightness manually adjustable via wheel encoders
• Master/slave function
• Strobe effect
• Slim, rugged metal housing
• Swivel mounting bracket
• Additional rubber feet protect the device when positioned on the ground
• Stand or crossbeam installation
• P-Con terminals for power linking up to 8 units
• Switch-mode power supply for operation between 100 and 240 volts
• LED: 192 x SMD 5730 0,5 W CW
• LED: 192 x SMD 5730 0,5 W WW
• Can be operated in 2-1; 2-2; 3-1; 3-2; 4 CH mode
• The device is cooled by temperature-controlled fan
• Controlling by QuickDMX via USB (optional); DMX; Master/slave function; Stand-alone
• Flicker-free projection

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 an LED surface light 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/guarantee 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 85°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 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 guarantee void.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE

1. Thread for the screw of the diffuser

2. SMD LEDs

3. Mounting hole
   

4. Power input

5. Fixation lever

6. Power output

7. Safety eyelet

8. Mounting bracket

9. DMX input

10. DMX output

11. USB port for QuickDMX

12. Dimmer wheel encoder

13. Operating buttons

14. Display

15. Color temperature wheel encoder

16. Barn doors

17. Rubber foot

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.

For a homogeneous and soft light of the surface light, please use the enclosed diffuser plate. Simply fix this diffuser over the LEDs with the enclosed knurled head screws.
The device may be 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 levers at the mounting bracket, adjust the desired inclination angle and tighten the fixation levers.
6. After installation, the device requires inspections periodically to prevent the possibility of corrosion, deformation and looseness.

CONNECTIONS

DMX512 control
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 light set 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 Ω 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 connection:

Wireless DMX transmission with QuickDMX
The device features an alternative DMX input for a QuickDMX receiver (sold separately). This connector allows for wireless transmission of DMX control signals to the device. The connector is designed as a USB port which provides the required 5 V operating voltage for the receiver. With QuickDMX devices, extensive cabling between the DMX controller and the device is not required.
USB port connection:

Connection to the mains

The device uses an auto-range power supply that accepts input voltages between 100 und 240 volts.

1. Connect the device via the enclosed 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.

Power supply of further devices
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 with IEC plugs 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 and the wheel encoders. 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
The Control Board offers several features: you can easily set the starting address or select a DMX channel mode.

The main menu is accessed by pressing Menu. Browse through the menu by pressing Up or Down. Press Enter in order to select the desired menu. You can change the selection by pressing Up or Down. Press Enter in order to confirm. You can leave every mode by pressing Menu. The functions provided are listed as follows.

If you press and hold Up or Down, the values change faster. The device has an automatic storage for all settings. When you switch the device off and on again, it will operate with the previously set values.

If the device is not operated for 30 seconds, the buttons will lock. Unlock them by pressing any button for about three seconds.
The device is additionally equipped with two wheel encoders. The use of these wheel encoders is possible as long as there is no DMX signal at the DMX input.

Default settings in bold

2.2 CH
3.1  CH,
3.2  CH, 4 CH| Setting DMX channel mode
Master/Slave| Master/ Slave| Master/Slave mode
Strobe| 0 -100| 0 – no function
1-100 – strobe effect with increasing speed
DMX Fail| ****

Black out
Hold
All on

| Behavior in case of missing DMX signal
Black out – LEDs go off
Hold – holds the last received signal All on- all LEDs 100% on
Temp| | Displays the inside temperature of the device in ° C

Wheel Encoders
Briefly press the desired wheel encoder and set brightness or a preset color temperature. Turn the wheels to the left and right to change the selection. To save the setting, confirm each change by pressing the wheel encoder, for at least one second. The display confirms the saving with OK.

Stand-alone mode
In stand-alone mode, the device can be used without controller. Disconnect the device from the controller and call up the menu you want to use. Please refer to the instructions under Menu structure.

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 SLAV is indicated on the display. Confirm with the ENTER button.
2. 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. Do not connect a DMX controller to the DMX input of the master unit.
3. Set the master unit to the desired operating mode. The interconnected devices will now operate synchronously.

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 4 control channels. However, it can also be switched to two modes each with 2 or 3 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 “DMX Chan“ is indicated in the display. Confirm with the ENTER button.
2. The display indicates 4 CH (4 DMX channels) or 3.1 CH, 3.2 CH (3 DMX channels) or 2.1 CH, 2.2 CH (2 DMX channels). Use the buttons UP and DOWN to select the desired DMX channel mode. Confirm with the ENTER button.
3. Press the button MENU in order to return to the main menu.
4. Press the MENU button so many times until “DMX Addr“ is indicated in the display. Confirm with the ENTER button.
5. Use the buttons UP and DOWN to set the address. Confirm with the ENTER button.
6. Press the button MENU in order to return to the main menu.
7. When receiving DMX control signals, * flashes in the display.

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 synchronically.

Functions in DMX mode

Channel mode (macro + dimmer)

196 – 198

199 – 201

202 – 204

205 – 255

| Macro – preset color temperature 65 Macro – preset color temperature 66 Macro – preset color temperature 67 Macro – preset color temperature 68
Macro – preset color temperature 69| |
(LEDs 100%)
2 Master dimmer| 000 – 255| Total brightness 0 – 100 %

Channel mode (cold white + warm white)

Channel mode (cold white + warm white + dimmer)

Channel mode (preset color temperatures + dimmer + strobe)

3
Strobe effect| 000 – 000
001 – 255| No function
Strobe effect with increasing speed

Channel mode (cold white + warm white + dimmer + strobe)

1

Cold white

| 000 – 255| Cold white 0 – 100%
2 Warm white| 000 – 255| Warm white 0 – 100%
3 Master dimmer| 000 – 255| Total brightness 0 – 100 %
4 Strobe effect| 000 – 000
001 – 255| No function
Strobe effect with increasing speed

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

The outside of the device should be cleaned periodically to remove contaminants such as dust etc. The diffuser, 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.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

Disposal of old equipment
When to be definitively put out of operation, take the product to 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:| P-Con (gray), mounting version
Lamp type:| LED lamp
LED:| 192 x SMD 5730 0,5 W CW
192 x SMD 5730 0,5 W WW
Color rendering index (CRI) more than:| 90 Ra
Color temperature:| 2700K – 5700K adjustable
Flash rate:| 1 – 20 Hz
DMX channels:| 2-1; 2-2; 3-1; 3-2; 4
DMX input:| 3-pin XLR (M) mounting version
DMX output:| 3-pin XLR (F) mounting version
Cooling:| Temperature-controlled fan
Control:| QuickDMX via USB (optional); DMX; Master/slave function; Stand-alone
Beam angle (1/2 peak):| 120°
Housing color:| Black
Display type:| LCD
Dimensions:| Length: 34,7 cm
Width: 13,8 cm
Height: 21,1 cm
Weight:| 3,50 kg

Accessories

All information is subject to change without prior notice. © 07.12.2021

Eurolite is a brand of Steinigke Showtechnic GmbH Andreas-Bauer-Str. 5 97297 Waldbüttelbrunn Germany D 00131545 Version 1.1 Publ. 07/12/2021

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