beamZ LCB144 LED Colour Bar Instruction Manual

: June 7, 2024
: beamZ

Beamz LCB144 LED Colour Bar Instruction Manual

Ref. nr.: 150.563

LCB144

Congratulations to the purchase of this Beamz product. Please read this manual thoroughly prior to using the product in order to benefit fully from all features.

Read the manual prior to using the product. Follow the instructions in order not to invalidate the warranty. Take all precautions to avoid fire and/or electrical shock. Repairs must only be carried out by a qualified technician in order to avoid electrical shock. Keep the manual for future reference.

Prior to using the product, please ask advice from a specialist. When the unit is switched on for the first time, some smell may occur. This is normal and will disappear after a while.
The unit contains voltage carrying parts. Therefore do NOT open the housing.
Do not place metal objects or pour liquids into the product. This may cause electrical shock and malfunction.
Do not place the product near heat sources such as radiators, etc. Do not place the unit on a vibrating surface. Do not cover the ventilation holes.
The product is not suitable for continuous use.
Be careful with the mains lead and do not damage it. A faulty or damaged mains lead can cause electrical shock and malfunction.
When unplugging the product from a mains outlet, always pull the plug, never the lead.
Do not plug or unplug the unit with wet hands.
If the plug and/or the mains lead are damaged, they need to be replaced by a qualified technician.
If the product is damaged to such an extent that internal parts are visible, do NOT plug the unit into a mains outlet and DO NOT switch the product on. Contact your dealer. Do NOT connect the product to a rheostat or dimmer.
To avoid fire and shock hazard, do not expose the product to rain and moisture.
All repairs should be carried out by a qualified technician only.
Connect the product to an earthed mains outlet (220- 240Vac/50Hz) protected by a 10-16A fuse.
During a thunderstorm or if the product will not be used for a longer period of time, unplug it from the mains. The rule is: Unplug it from the mains when not in use.
If the product has not been used for a longer period of time, condensation may occur. Let the unit reach room temperature before you switch it on.
Never use the product in humid rooms or outdoors.
During operation, the housing becomes very hot. Do not touch it during operation and immediately after.
To prevent accidents in companies, you must follow the applicable guide lines and follow the instructions.
Secure the product with an extra safety chain if the unit is ceiling mount. Use a truss system with clamps. Make sure nobody stands in the mounting area. Mount the effect at least 50cm away from inflammable material and leave at least 1 meter space on every side to ensure sufficient cooling.
This product contains high intensity LEDs. Do not look into the LED light to prevent damage to your eyes.
Do not repeatedly switch the product on and off. This shortens the life time.
Keep the unit out of the reach of children. Do not leave the unit unattended.
Do not use cleaning sprays to clean switches. The residues of these sprays cause deposits of dust and grease. In case of malfunction, always seek advice from a specialist.
Only operate the product with clean hands.
Do not force the controls.
If the product has fallen, always have it checked by a qualified technician before you switch the product on again.
Do not use chemicals to clean the unit. They damage the varnish. Only clean the product with a dry cloth.
Keep away from electronic equipment that may cause interference.
Only use original spares for repairs, otherwise serious damage and/or dangerous radiation may occur.
Switch the product off prior to unplugging it from the mains and/or other equipment. Unplug all leads and cables prior to moving the product.
Make sure that the mains lead cannot be damaged when people walk on it. Check the mains lead before every use for damages and faults!
The mains voltage is 220-240Vac/50Hz. Check if power outlet match. If you travel, make sure that the mains voltage of the country is suitable for this product.
Keep the original packing material so that you can transport the product in safe conditions

This mark attracts the attention of the user to high voltages that are present inside the housing and that are of sufficient magnitude to cause a shock hazard.

This mark attracts the attention of the user to important instructions that are contained in the manual and that he should read and adhere to.

DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE LENS. This can damage your eyes. Persons who are subject to epileptic attacks should be aware of the effects that this light effect may have on them.

The product has been certified CE. It is prohibited to make any changes to the product. They would invalidate the CE certificate and their guarantee!

NOTE: To make sure that the unit will function normally, it must be used in rooms with a temperature between 5°C/41°F and 35°C/95°F.

Electric products must not be put into household waste. Please bring them to a recycling centre. Ask your local authorities or your dealer about the way to proceed. The specifications are typical. The actual values can slightly change from one unit to the other. Specifications can be changed without prior notice. prior notice.

Do not attempt to make any repairs yourself. This would invalid your warranty. Do not make any changes to the product. This would also invalid your warranty. The warranty is not applicable in case of accidents or damages caused by inappropriate use or disrespect of the warnings contained in this manual. Beamz cannot be held responsible for personal injuries caused by a disrespect of the safety recommendations and warnings. This is also applicable to all damages in whatever form.

UNPACKING INSTRUCTION

CAUTION! Immediately upon receiving the product, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damage from shipping or the package itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the package and all packing materials. In the event that the product must be returned to the factory, it is important that the product be returned in the original factory box and packing.

If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your device. Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature.

POWERSUPPLY

On the label on the backside of the product is indicated on this type of power supply must be connected. Check that the mains voltage corresponds to this, all other voltages than specified, the light effect can be irreparably damaged. The product must also be directly connected to the mains and may be used. No dimmer or adjustable power supply.

Always connect the device to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the device has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.

INSTALLATION

CAUTION 1

Attention:

The installation of the product has to be built and constructed in a way that it can hold 10 times the weight for 1 hour without any harming deformation.
The installation must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment, e.g. an appropriate catch net. This secondary safety attachment must be constructed in a way that no part of the installation can fall down if the main attachment fails.
Make sure the area below the installation place is free from unwanted persons during rigging, de-rigging and servicing.
The operator has to make sure that safety-relating and machine-technical installations are approved by an expert before taking into operation for the first time and after changes before taking into operation another time.
The operator has to make sure that safety-relating and machine-technical installations are approved by a skilled person once a year.
The fixture should be installed in the position where persons cannot reach and where persons may walk by or be seated.

CAUTION 2

DISPLAY

The control board offer several features: you can simple set the starting address, run the pre-programmed program or make a reset. The main menu is accessed by pressing the Mode -button, browse through the submenu by pressing Up or Down.

Press the Enter -button in order to select the desired menu.

You can change the selection by pressing Up or Down. Confirm every selection by pressing the Enter-button.

You can leave every mode by pressing the Mode -button. The functions provided are described later in this manual.

DMX-512 CONNECTION

If you are using a standard DMX controller, you can connect the DMX output of the controller directly to the DMX input of the first unit in a DMX chain. Always connect the output of one unit with the input of the next unit until all units are connected.

DMX-512 CONNECTION

5-pin XLR DMX Connectors.

Some manufactures use 5-pin DMX-512 data cables for DATA transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin DMX fixtures may be implemented in a 3-pin DMX line. When inserting standard 5-pin data cables in to a 3-pin line a cable adaptor must be used.

The chart below details a proper cable conversion.

3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion

At the last fixture, the DMX cable has to be terminated. Solder a 120 Ohm resistor between signal (-) and signal (+) into a 3-pin XLR connector and plug this into the DMX output of the last fixture in the chain.

MASTER/SLAVE OPERATION

The master/slave operation enables that several same units can be controlled by one “master” unit.

Connect the first unit “DMX OUT” socket with the second unit “DMX IN”, using a 3pin DMX Cable. Repeat this process with the third, fourth etc. or see a above section “DMX-512 connection”. Choose the unit that will control all other and set this in master-mode via display. The other units that must react on the master, you must set in slave-mode. The “Slave” will synchronously follow the “Master” .

Noted: Any unit can be the “Master” or “Slave”.

DMX ADDRESSING

The DMX address, also known as the start channel, is the first channel used to receive instructions from a DMX controller. The fixture is controlled using a minimum of 3 DMX channels (but has an extended modus which uses more channels). Each DMX controlled fixture must have a DMX address set. For example, if the fixture has a DMX address of 10, then it uses channels 10 to 13 inclusive. The following fixture in the DMX chain could then be set to a DMX address of 14.

For independent control, each fixture must be assigned its own control channels. Two fixtures of the same type may share the same address if identical behavior is desired. Address sharing can be useful for diagnostic purposes and symmetric control.

To set the fixture’s DMX address:

In the control menu, select DMX “ADDR” and press ENTER to confirm. The present address will blink in the display.
Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select an address from 1 to 512 (the top address will vary depending on the DMX mode of the fixture).
Press ENTER to confirm your selection.

DMX CHANNEL MODE

You can control the fixture in two modes:

3 channel mode
5 channel mode
6 channel mode
12 channel mode
24 channel mode
48 channel mode

To adjust the setting:

Select “CHNd” MODE and press “ENTER”. The currently set option will blink in the display.
Use the “DOWN” and “UP” buttons to select 3ch, 5ch, 6ch, 12ch, 24ch or 48ch.
Press “ENTER” to save your selection.

BEHAVIOR WITHOUT DMX (DMX STATE)

The DMX STATE setting determines how the fixture behaves when it is not receiving a DMX signal. You can set the fixture to enter Auto Mode, Sound Mode or black out.

To adjust the setting:

Select “SLNd” and press “ENTER”. You can choose between “Mast”, “SL1”, “SL2” and “d512”. For use the Auto or sound the fixture must be set on “Mast”. When is select “SL1”, “SL2” or “d512” the fixture is black when without DMX.
Use the “Down” or UP buttons to select “Auto” or “Sound” and press “ENTER”.
When “Auto” you can choose between 16 auto programs select your program with de “Down” and “UP” buttons and press “ENTER”.

When “ShNd” (sound programs) you can choose between 16 sound programs select you program with de “Down” and “UP” buttons and press “ENTER”.

FIRMWARE VERSION

To display the fixture’s current firmware version, select “UER” and press ENTER. The display will show the version of firmware in the fixture. Press MENU to exit.

IR MODE

IR MODE Press mode key until Iron or IroF is displayed; then press Up or Down button to choose Iron. Press ENTER to confirm.

To switch off the lights:
Press OFF on the remote control. All the lights will turn off until the button ON is pressed [1].

Manual colour control
You can set R/G/B/W colours with the remote by pushing either the Red button for red, the Green button for green, the Blue button for blue [3].
Each colour intensity is then adjustable using the Light Up and Down [2] buttons

Preset colour mode:
Press one of the twelve preset colours on the remote control [4]. No dimming possible with preset colours.

AUTO/SOUND on the IRC.
Press one of the four buttons to choose between the different auto programs. [5]

REPLACING THE FUSE

If the fuse is defective, replace the fuse with a fuse of the same type and value. Before replacing the fuse, unplug mains lead.

Procedure:

Step 1: Open the fuse holder on the rear panel with a fitting screwdriver.
Step 2: Remove the old fuse from the fuse holder.
Step 3: Install the new fuse in the fuse holder.
Step 4: Replace the fuse holder in the housing.

FIXTURE CLEANING

The cleaning of internal and external optical lenses and/or mirrors must be carried out periodically to optimize light output.

Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates: damp, smoky or particularly dirty surrounding can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the unit’s optics.

Make sure the area below the installation place is free from unwanted persons during servicing
Housings, fixations and installations spots( ceiling, truss, suspensions) should be totally free from any deformation
The mains cables must be in impeccable condition and should be replaced immediately when even a small problem is detected
In order to protect the fixture from overheat the cooling fans (if any) and ventilation openings should be cleaned monthly.
The interior of the fixture should be cleaned annually using a vacuum cleaner or air-jet.
Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid.
Always dry the parts carefully.
Clean the external optics at least every month. Clean the internal optics at least every 30/60 days.

ATTENTION: We strongly recommend internal cleaning to be carried out by qualified worker!

DMX CHANNELS

3 Channels

3 Channels

5 channels

5 channels

6 channels

6 channels

12 channels

12 channels

24 Channels

24 Channels

48 Channels

48 Channels

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Rated voltage : AC100～240V 50/60Hz
Rated power : 25W
LED : 144x SMD LEDs
DMX Channels : 3, 5, 6, 12, 24 or 48 Channels
Function : DMX, Auto, Sound active and Master-Slave.
Dimensions per unit : 102 x 70 x 65mm
Weight (per unit) : 1.55 kg

The specifications are typical. The actual values can slightly change from one unit to the other. Specifications can be changed without prior notice.

Declaration of Conformity