qtx 151.743UK Pentaflash 5 In 1 LED and Laser Effect Light User Manual
- June 3, 2024
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Pentaflash
5 in 1 LED and Laser Effect light
Item ref: 151.743UK
User Manual
Please read through this manual thoroughly before use, any damage caused by
misuse of product will not be covered by warranty.
Thank you for choosing the QTX Pentaflash LED and Laser Effect Light. A
compact and lightweight 5-in-1 light effect, combining a 12W RGBW Effect ball,
4x White Strobe/UV LEDs, 4x 6W RGBW PARs and Dual colour Laser in one
convenient fixture. Easy to setup and use via an array of integrated automatic
programs or sound to light. More precise control is provided via either
18-channel DMX connection or the included IR remote control.
In the box:
Your Pentaflash should arrive with you in a single carton in good condition.
The carton should contain 1 x main unit with bracket, 1 x UK IEC mains lead
and 1 x manual.
Warning:
To prevent risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain or
damp environments. In the event of a spillage, disconnect the mains and allow
the unit to dry out naturally. Qualified personnel should then check the unit
before continuing use.
Please do not open cover, contains high voltage. This product is not
serviceable or repairable by the end user.
Please refer to qualified personnel for service and repair.
Caution: Laser radiation
Avoid pointing directly towards eyes. Laser output can cause injury if viewed
directly.
This product is a Class 3B laser and should only be installed and used by
persons who are trained in the management of laser radiation and are able to
operate in accordance within the guidance given by the Health and Safety
Executive (HSE) in HS(G)95: “The Radiation Safety of Lasers used for Display
purposes”. Copies of this guide can be downloaded from:
www.avsl.com/assets/documents/hsg95.pdf
Placement:
- Use the included mounting bracket to fix to a stand or lighting truss.
- Use secondary safety fixings if mounting overhead.
- Keep away from damp or dusty environments.
- Ensure adequate airflow around the fixture housings.
- Ensure adequate access to controls and connections.
- Do not aim LED or laser output directly into line of sight, as this can result in eye injury.
Cleaning:
- Use a soft cloth with a neutral detergent to clean the casing as required.
- Use a vacuum cleaner to clear ventilation grilles of any dust or debris build-ups.
- Do not use strong solvents for cleaning the unit.
Rear panel controls:
- LCD display
- DMX signal out
- IEC mains in
- Manual control buttons
- Laser key
- DMX signal in
Manual control menu:
Press the “MENU” button to enter the settings menu.
Press “UP” and “DOWN” buttons to navigate through various setting functions.
Press “ENTER” button to confirm the desired setting.
| Menu | Function | Description |
|---|---|---|
| A001 | A001 – A512 | DMX address settings |
| LE1 | LE11 – LE19 | Magic ball red – slow to fast |
| LE2 | LE21 – LE29 | Magic ball green – slow to fast |
| LE3 | LE31 – LE39 | Magic ball blue – slow to fast |
| LE4 | LE41 – LE49 | Magic ball white – slow to fast |
| LE5 | LE51 – LE59 | Magic ball auto run – slow to fast |
| LS | LS1 – LS9 | Laser auto run – slow to fast |
| Pu | Pu1 – Pu9 | UV light – low to high |
| Par | Pa11 – Par19 | Red wash – low to high |
| Pa21 – Pa29 | Green wash – low to high | |
| Pa31 – Pa39 | Blue wash – low to high | |
| Pa41 – Pa49 | White wash – low to high | |
| Pa51 – Pa59 | Colour wash auto run – slow to fast | |
| FL | FL1 – FL9 | Strobe – slow to fast |
| Au | au11 – au19 | Auto run (all features) – slow to fast |
| S1 | S11 – S19 | Sound to light sequence 1 – sensitivity high to low |
| S2 | S21 – S29 | Sound to light sequence 2 – sensitivity high to low |
Remote control:
The Pentaflash comes supplied with an IR remote control, please see below for
buttons and functions:
- Power on/off
- Auto run mode
- Par Wash modes
- Sound to light modes
- Magic ball modes
- Laser modes
- Strobe mode
- Motor speed (increase/decrease)
- Auto speed (increase/decrease)
- Sensitivity (increase/decrease)
DMX mode:
The Pentaflash can be controlled by DMX signal, simply connect the DMX signal
source to the DMX input on the unit via a balanced XLR lead. Extra fixtures
can be controlled by the same DMX signal by looping through the DMX out on the
unit. To enter DMX mode, select A001 from the menu and confirm the correct
start address by using the “UP” and “DOWN” buttons and “ENTER”. The A on the
LED display will begin to flash once it’s received the DMX signal from the
controller. This unit has 18 DMX channels as indicated in the table below:
| Channel | Function | DMX value and description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motor | 0-127 rotation position (0-340°) |
128-255 motor rotation (fast to slow)
2| Rotation amplitude| 0-255 Motor self-moving range (0-340°)
3| Laser motor| 0-9 stop, 10-255 (slow to fast)
4| Master dimmer| Linear dimming (low to high)
5| Strobe effect| 0-9 stop, 10-255 strobe (slow to fast)
6| Red pattern| 0-255 Red LED (low to high)
7| Green pattern| 0-255 Green LED (low to high)
8| Blue pattern| 0-255 Blue LED (low to high)
9| White pattern| 0-255 White LED (low to high)
10| Red Laser| 0-255 Red laser show (low to high)
11| Green Laser| 0-255 Green laser show (low to high)
12| Red wash| 0-255 Red LED (low to high)
13| Green wash| 0-255 Green LED (low to high)
14| Blue wash| 0-255 Blue LED (low to high)
15| White wash| 0-255 White LED (low to high)
16| UV effect| 0-255 UV (low to high)
17| White strobe| 0-255 Strobe (slow to fast)
18| Macro functions| 0-50 Channel 1 to 17 is valid, 51-150 auto run, 150-255
voice control
Specifications:
| Power supply | 110-240Vac, 50/60Hz (IEC) |
|---|---|
| Power consumption | 60W |
| Fuse rating | F3A |
| Light source | Strobe/UV: 4x UV/White LED, Effect Ball: 1x 12W RGBW, LED |
PAR: 4x 6W RGBW, Dual Colour Laser: 150mW Red and 50mW Green
DMX channels| 18CH
Dimensions| 190 x 190 x 115mm
Weight| 850g
Troubleshooting:
| No power (mains) | Check mains voltage is correct and outlet is switched on |
|---|
Check IEC lead and fuse (if fuse continually blows, refer to your dealer)
No light output| Check control panel mode settings
Check DMX settings from controller (dimmer levels, blackout etc.)
No strobe output| Check strobe settings on control panel or from DMX
controller
No Laser output| Check laser key on rear panel is turned on
Unresponsive to DMX| Check that unit is in DMX mode and ensure the A on the
DMX address flashes to confirm it’s receiving a DMX signal
Check DMX controller is not set to black out
Check DMX controller is on correct fixture/page
Check master dimmer value
Check correct DMX address is set
Check DMX connection and leads
Overheating/ cutting out| Ensure adequate ventilation and unit is not too
close to a heat source
This product is classed as Electrical or Electronic equipment and should not be disposed with other household or commercial waste at the end of its useful life. The goods must be disposed of according to your local council guidelines.
Errors and omissions excepted.
Copyright© 2022 AVSL Group Ltd, Unit 2 Bridgewater Park, Taylor Road, Trafford
Park, Manchester. M41 7JQ.
www.avsl.com
AVSL (Europe) Ltd, Unit 3D North Point House,
North Point Bus. Park, New Mallow Road, Cork, Ireland.
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