Botex DMX DC-192 User manual

DMX DC-192
DMX controller
User manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
12.10.2017, ID: 391103

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 8
2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 10
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 14
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 15
5 Setup.............................................................................................................................................................. 17
6 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 18
7 Basics............................................................................................................................................................. 24
8 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 27
8.1 Manual operation............................................................................................................................. 27
8.2 Joystick settings................................................................................................................................ 27
8.3 Scenes.................................................................................................................................................. 32
8.4 Chases.................................................................................................................................................. 38
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8.5 Copying scene bank and fixtures............................................................................................... 45
8.6 Fade time............................................................................................................................................ 46
8.7 MIDI functions................................................................................................................................... 47
9 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 49
10 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 50
11 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 51
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1 General notes
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to find the 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.
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.
Examples: ‘24ch’, ‘OFF’.
Letterings
Displays
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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].
ðAutomatic operation is started.
3. Switch off the device.
1.3 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.
Instructions
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Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
immediate 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 pos-
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is used to control spotlights, dimmers, lighting effects equipment, Moving Heads
or other DMX-controlled devices. The device is designed for professional use and is not suit-
able 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 per-
sonal 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.
Intended use
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DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
Safety
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NOTICE!
External power supply
The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the
external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the
voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur-
rent circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos-
sibly the user.
Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the
device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or
fire.
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.
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NOTICE!
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.
NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react
with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC floor and after some
time cause permanent dark stains.
In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the floor, but use felt-pad
floor protectors or a carpet.
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3 Features
Special features of the device:
n192 DMX channels
nTwelve units with up to 16 DMX channels operable
nConnection for a fog machine
n30 banks with eight freely programmable scenes
nTwelve programmable chases
nEight faders for manual control
nJoystick to control the PAN and TILT movement
nReverse Joystick function
nFine tuning for PAN and TILT
nAssigned or reversed DMX channel preview
nBlackout master
nStand-alone mode
nManual overriding of scenes in chases
nMIDI control for banks, chases and blackout
nLCD
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4 Installation
NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react
with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC floor and after some
time cause permanent dark stains.
In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the floor, but use felt-pad
floor protectors or a carpet.
Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
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Wiring diagram for fog
machines
Installation
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5 Setup
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.
Connect the included power adapter to the 9V connector of the unit and then plug the power
adapter into a wall outlet.
Turn on the device using the main switch on the rear panel. After turning the device on, the
display shows the software version and the operation mode for a short time. The related indi-
cator LEDs light up.
Connecting the power supply
Turning the unit on
Setup
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6 Connections and controls
Connections and controls
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1[FIXTURES]
To select the devices relevant for the control.
2[SCENES]
Used for the storage and playback of programmed scenes.
3 Display. The LED display shows you relevant information depending on the respective operation.
4 Buttons for selecting a scene bank or a chase step. Also to view files on a USB flash drive.
5 USB input.
6 Fog machine button. To activate a connected fog machine.
7 Chase buttons 1 … 12. For storing and playing chases.
8 Function buttons
[Program]
To activate and exit the recording mode when programming.
[Music/Bkc]
To activate the audio mode for chase synchronization and to copy scene banks.
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[Midi/Rec]
To record scenes and chase steps. Also for setting the MIDI control.
[Auto/Del]
To activate the auto mode for automatic scene bank sequences or to delete a scene or a chase.
[Tap/Disp]
To tap-sync chase playbacks and changing the respective display view.
[Blackout]
To zero all current output values.
9 Joystick. Usually used to set the X / Y values of the moving light.
10 [MODE]
Multifunction button for assigning fader and joystick settings.
11 [FINE]
Used in conjunction with the joystick. When the button is pressed, a certain area can be controlled much more pre-
cisely with the scanner or the moving light.
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