Botex DR-Pro Rack User manual

DR-PRO Rack
DMX recorder
User manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
06.05.2020, ID: 390098

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 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 and starting up................................................................................................................ 15
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 18
6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 25
6.1 Setting the operating mode........................................................................................................ 25
6.2 Making user settings....................................................................................................................... 26
7 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 51
8 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 53
9 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 54
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10 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 55
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1 General information
This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure
that they also receive this manual.
Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐
fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the
user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to nd 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 o the device.
1.3 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 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 unit is used to record and playback DMX signals. 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 personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for
damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sucient 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.
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.
Intended use
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
re.
NOTICE!
Risk of re
Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat
source. Keep the device away from naked ames.
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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.
Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the chapter
‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature uctua‐
tions and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to tem‐
perature uctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures).
Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient
conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by
qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other
malfunction.
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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 oor and after some
time cause permanent dark stains.
In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the oor, but use felt-pad
oor protectors or a carpet.
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3 Features
nDMX input for recording DMX sequences
nDMX output
n8 memory locations for chases, scenes or shows
nPlayback of the DMX sequences in 3 dierent trigger modes
nStorage option on SD cards
nTime information from SMPTE or MIDI signal can be used
nOperating via buttons and high-resolution display on the unit
nPlug-in power supply included
n19" rack mountable (1 RU)
nControl via external triggers
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4 Installation and 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.
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Connect the DMX input of the DMX recorder (R) to the DMX output of a DMX controller (C).
Connect the output of the DMX recorder (R) to the rst DMX device (1), such as a spotlight.
Connect the output of the rst DMX device (1) to the input of the second one and so on, to
form a series connection. Make sure that the output of the last DMX device (n) in the chain is
terminated by a resistor (110 Ω, ¼W).
DMX connections
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While both the device and the DMX controller are in operation, the [DMX] LED lights up and
thereby indicates that a DMX signal is being received on the input.
Connect the included AC adapter to the device, then to the mains. Switch the unit on with the
main switch to start operation.
DMX indicator
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5 Connections and controls
Front panel
Connections and controls
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1[USB]
USB port to connect a computer
2[SD CARD]
Slot for SD memory card
3[DMX IN]
The control LED lights when a DMX signal is received.
4[DMX OUT]
The control LED lights up when a DMX signal is sent.
5[SMPTE]
The control LED lights up if usable time information is received via the SMTPE interface in ‘SMPTE / MIDI trigger’
mode.
6[MIDI]
The control LED lights up if usable time information is received via the MIDI interface in ‘SMPTE / MIDI trigger’ mode.
7[DISPLAY]
8 Keypad for selecting functions and values and for conrmation.
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Navigates up in a menu list or increases the displayed and selected value.
Selects the next menu item.
Selects the previous menu item.
Navigates down in a menu list or decreases the displayed and selected value.
[ENTER]
Conrms the selected value or selects a menu item.
9[MEMORY 1]…[MEMORY 8]
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