Botex DMX DC-1224 User manual

DMX DC-1224
DMX Controller
User Manual

Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Internet: www.thomann.de
18.01.2024, ID: 346647 (V2)

Table of contents
1 General information.............................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Symbols and signal words........................................................................................... 5
2 Safety instructions................................................................................................................. 6
3 Features....................................................................................................................................... 7
4 Installation................................................................................................................................. 8
5 Starting up................................................................................................................................. 9
6 Connections and controls................................................................................................ 10
7 Operating................................................................................................................................. 13
7.1 Starting programming................................................................................................ 13
7.2 Editing............................................................................................................................... 15
7.3 Operation......................................................................................................................... 17
8 MIDI and DMX channel settings.................................................................................... 19
8.1 MIDI.................................................................................................................................... 19
8.2 DMX................................................................................................................................... 21
9 Quick Start Guide for the main functions................................................................. 23
9.1 Reversing scene direction.......................................................................................... 23
9.2 Setting Fade time.......................................................................................................... 23
9.3 Using TAP SYNC............................................................................................................. 23
9.4 Using MASTER fader..................................................................................................... 23
9.5 Selecting ‘Single’ mode.............................................................................................. 24
9.6 ‘Mix’ mode....................................................................................................................... 24
9.7 Dimmer Display............................................................................................................. 24
9.8 BLIND and HOME.......................................................................................................... 24
9.9 PARK................................................................................................................................... 25
9.10 ADD/KILL....................................................................................................................... 25
9.11 Double Preset.............................................................................................................. 25
10 Technical specications.................................................................................................... 26
11 Plug and pin assignments................................................................................................ 27
12 Protecting the environment........................................................................................... 28
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DMX Controller

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DMX Controller

1 General information
This document contains important instructions for the safe operation of the product.
Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the document
for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all those using the product. If you
sell the product to another user, be sure that they also receive this document.
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous develop‐
ment. They are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the
documentation, which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
1.1 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words
that are used in this document.
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.
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.
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
Warning – danger zone.
General information
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2 Safety instructions
This device is used to control spotlights, dimmers, lighting eects equipment,
Moving Heads or other DMX-controlled devices. The device is designed for profes‐
sional 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 consid‐
ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No lia‐
bility will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sucient 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.
Safety
DANGER!
Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!
Children can suocate 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.
NOTICE!
Damage to the external power supply due to high voltages!
The device is powered by an external power supply. The external power supply can be damaged if it is operated with the incor‐
rect voltage or if high voltage peaks occur. In the worst case, excess voltages can also cause a risk of injury and res. Make sure
that the voltage specication on the external power supply matches the local power grid before plugging in the power supply.
Only operate the external power supply from professionally installed mains sockets that are protected by a residual current circuit
breaker (FI). As a precaution, disconnect the power supply from the power grid when storms are approaching or it the device will
not be used for a longer period.
NOTICE!
Risk of re due to covered vents and neighbouring heat sources!
If the vents of the device are covered or the device is operated in the immediate vicinity of other heat sources, the device can
overheat and burst into ames. Never cover the device or the vents. Do not install the device in the immediate vicinity of other
heat sources. Never operate the device in the immediate vicinity of naked ames.
NOTICE!
Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions!
The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient conditions. Only operate the device indoors within the
ambient conditions specied in the “Technical specications” chapter of this user manual. Avoid operating it in environments
with direct sunlight, heavy dirt and strong vibrations. Avoid operating it in environments with strong temperature uctuations. If
temperature uctuations cannot be avoided (for example after transport in low outside temperatures), do not switch on the
device immediately. Never subject the device to liquids or moisture. Never move the device to another location while it is in oper‐
ation. In environments with increased dirt levels (for example due to dust, smoke, nicotine or mist): Have the device cleaned by
qualied specialists at regular intervals to prevent damage due to overheating and other malfunctions.
NOTICE!
Possible staining due to plasticiser in rubber feet!
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may react with the coating of the oor and cause permanent dark
stains after some time. If necessary, use a suitable mat or felt slide to prevent direct contact between the device’s rubber feet and
the oor.
Intended use
Safety instructions
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3 Features
Special features of the device:
n24 control channels, freely assignable to 512 DMX channels
nConnection for a fog machine
n4600 scenes
n4 banks with 48 freely programmable, directly accessible programmes
nTwelve programmable chases
n24 faders for manual control
nAssigned or reversed DMX channel preview
nSound-to-Light
n3 function layers
nBlind home function
nSpeed fade control
nBlackout master
nStand-alone mode
nManual overriding of scenes in chases
nMIDI control for banks, chases and blackout
nLCD
Features
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4 Installation
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If the unit is to be mounted in a 19" rack, remove the plastic panel Thereto loosen the
screws that hold the panel.
Wiring diagram for fog machines
Rack mounting
Installation
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5 Starting up
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.
Create all connections while the device is o. Use the shortest possible high-quality
cables for all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping
hazards.
NOTICE!
Data transfer errors due to improper wiring!
If the DMX connections are wired incorrectly, this can cause errors
during the data transfer.
Do not connect the DMX input and output to audio devices, e.g. mixers
or ampliers.
Use special DMX cables for the wiring instead of normal microphone
cables.
Connect the DMX output of the device (C) to the DMX input of the rst DMX device
(1). Connect the output of the rst 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, ¼W).
Connect the included 9V power supply unit to the power supply input of the device
and then plug the power cord plug into the wall outlet.
When all cable connections are made, turn on the device with the main switch on the
back. The device is immediately operational.
Connections in DMX mode
Connecting the power supply
Switching on the device
Starting up
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6 Connections and controls
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1[PRESET A 1-12] | Indicates the current intensity of the corresponding channels.
2[Channel faders 1-12] | These faders can be used to adjust / programme the intensity of channels 1-12.
3[FLASH 1-12] | When this button is pressed, the intensity of the respective channel 1-12 is set to 100%.
4[PRESET B 13-24] | Indicates the current intensity of the corresponding channels.
5[SCENES 1-12] | These LEDs light up when the corresponding scene is activated.
6 Channel faders [13-24] / Scene faders [1-12] | These faders can be used to adjust/programme the intensity of chan‐
nels 13-24.
7[FLASH 13-24] | When this button is pressed, the intensity of the respective channel 13-24 is set to 100%.
8[DARK] | As long as this button is held, all DMX values at the output are set to [000]
9[DOWN/BEAT REV] | [Down] can be used to change a scene in edit mode. [Beat Rev] can be used to change the
direction of the chase during a programme with constant beat.
10 [MODE SELECT/REC SPEED] | Use [Mode Select] to switch between these three modes:
nCHNS〈〉SCENES
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n1-12 SINGLE PRESET
Use [Rec Speed] to adjust the speed of all programmes in “Mix” mode.
11 [UP/CHASE REV] | [DOWN] can be used to change a scene in edit mode. [CHASE REV] is used to change the direction
of all chases.
12 [PAGE] | Switches between the four PAGES (banks).
13 [DELETE/REV ONE] | [DELETE] can be used to delete any step in a scene. [REV ONE] is used to reverse the direction of
a chase.
14 [Display] | This display shows the current activity or programme status.
15 [INSERT/% OR 255] | [INSERT] can be used to add steps to a scene. Use [% OR 255] to choose whether to see the
value as a percentage value or as a value between 0-255.
16 [EDIT/ALL REV] | [EDIT] is used to activate edit mode. [ALL REV] is used to change the direction of all programmes.
Connections and controls
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DMX Controller