Fun Generation Mr. Beam 120 W User manual

Mr. Beam 120 W
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User Manual

Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Internet: www.thomann.de
27.01.2023, ID: 528923 (V2)

Table of contents
1 General information.............................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................ 5
1.2 Notational conventions................................................................................................. 5
1.3 Symbols and signal words........................................................................................... 5
2 Safety instructions................................................................................................................. 7
3 Features....................................................................................................................................... 9
4 Installation.............................................................................................................................. 10
5 Starting up............................................................................................................................... 12
6 Connections and operating elements........................................................................ 13
7 Operating................................................................................................................................. 14
7.1 Starting the device....................................................................................................... 14
7.2 Main menu...................................................................................................................... 14
7.3 Functions in 15-channel DMX mode..................................................................... 18
7.4 Functions in 16-channel DMX mode..................................................................... 20
7.5 Functions in 26-channel DMX mode..................................................................... 22
7.6 Functions in 46-channel DMX mode..................................................................... 24
8 Remote control...................................................................................................................... 26
9 Technical specications.................................................................................................... 27
10 Plug and connection assignments............................................................................... 29
11 Troubleshooting................................................................................................................... 30
12 Cleaning.................................................................................................................................... 31
13 Protecting the environment........................................................................................... 32
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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 refer‐
ence. 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 therefore 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.
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.
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’ .
Text inputs that are carried out on the device are indicated by typewriter font.
Example: 2323
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.
Letterings
Displays
Text input
General information
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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.
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.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
a possible dangerous situation that can result in minor
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 – high-voltage.
Warning – dangerous optical radiation.
Warning – suspended load.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended for use as a freely moving multifunctional spotlight. The
device is designed for professional 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 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 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.
Extend the operating life of the device by regular breaks and by avoiding
frequent switching on and o. The device is not suitable for continuous
operation.
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.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside
Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable
parts inside. Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or damaged.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a protective contact plug. Do not modify the mains
cable or the plug. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or re. If in doubt, seek advice from a registered electrician.
WARNING!
Eye damage caused by high light intensity
Never look directly into the light source.
WARNING!
Risk of epileptic shock
Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights.
WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling objects
Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country. Always secure the device with a
secondary safety attachment, such as a safety cable or a safety chain. The load capacity of trusses or other xtures must be su‐
cient for the intended number of devices. Not that the movement of the head places additional loads on the load-bearing parts.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to movements of the device
The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright light. This is also valid immediately after you turn
on the device, when the device operates in automatic mode or under remote control and when you turn o a DMX controller that
is connected to the device. Persons staying near the device could be injured or frightened. Before you turn on the device and
during the operation, always ensure that nobody stays close to the device. If work has to be performed in the area of movement
or in the near vicinity of the device, it must remain turned o.
Intended use
Safety instructions
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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.
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 uctuations and do not switch the device on immediately
after it was exposed to temperature 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 main‐
tained by qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other malfunction. The device must not be
moved during use.
NOTICE!
Power supply
Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC
outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure
the user. Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of
electric shock or re.
NOTICE!
Fire hazard due to exceedance of the maximum current
The device can power other devices of identical construction. The current consumption of all other devices connected in series
must not exceed the values indicated in the technical specications. Otherwise you risk injuries and irreparable damages to the
device. Only connect so many identical devices that the maximum current consumption is not exceeded. Ensure the sucient
dimensioning (wire cross section) of the power cables used for all devices connected in series.
NOTICE!
Possible damage due to installation of a wrong fuse
The use of dierent types of fuses can cause serious damage to the unit. Fire hazard! Only fuses of the same type may be used.
NOTICE!
Risk of re due to incorrect polarity
Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries. Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting bat‐
teries.
NOTICE!
Possible damage by leaking batteries
Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device. Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a
longer period.
NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your surface and after some
time cause permanent dark stains. In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the surface and use a suitable underlay
if necessary, i.e. felt pads or similar.
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3 Features
The device is particularly suitable for professional lighting tasks, for example at
events, on rock stages, in theatres and musicals, in nightclubs as well as for mobile
DJ's and entertainers.
Special features of the device:
nBar with four individually controllable beam moving heads
n4 × 30 W RGBW-LED
nTwo moving axes
– Pan (540°)
– Tilt (230°)
nVery narrow beam angle of only 4°
n3-facet prism
nControl via DMX (15, 16, 26 or 46 channels), buttons and display on the unit as
well as the supplied remote control
nAutomatic mode with 4 movement patterns and 14 colour eects
nSound control
nElectronic dimmer 0 %…100 %
nShutter frequency 1…20 Hz
nOmega bracket, tripod mount (36 mm) and infrared remote control included
For technological reasons, the light output of LEDs decreases over their lifetime. This
eect increases with higher operating temperature. You can extend the service life of
the illuminants by providing adequate ventilation and operating the LEDs with the
lowest possible brightness.
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4 Installation
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.
Lift the device only at the base. When lifted at the rotatable mounting, the device
may be damaged.
You can install the device standing or hanging. When in use, the device must be
mounted at a solid surface or clamped to an approved truss.
Work from a stable platform whenever you install or move the device or when you
perform any kind of maintenance. Block access under the work area.
WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling objects
Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules
that apply in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary
safety attachment, such as a safety cable or a safety chain.
The load capacity of trusses or other xtures must be sucient for the
intended number of devices. Not that the movement of the head places
additional loads on the load-bearing parts.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to movements of the device
The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce
very bright light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the
device, when the device operates in automatic mode or under remote
control and when you turn o a DMX controller that is connected to the
device. Persons staying near the device could be injured or frightened.
Before you turn on the device and during the operation, always ensure
that nobody stays close to the device. If work has to be performed in the
area of movement or in the near vicinity of the device, it must remain
turned o.
NOTICE!
Risk of overheating
The distance between light output and the illuminated surface must be
more than 1.5 m (19.7in).
Provide sucient ventilation.
The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F).
NOTICE!
Possible damage caused by movements of the device
Always ensure that enough space is free around the device for the
movements of the head (pan, tilt).
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NOTICE!
Possible data transmission errors
For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not
use ordinary microphone cables.
Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers
or ampliers.
Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer.
The threads on the housing bottom are used to secure the supplied Omega bracket
or truss clamps.
Press the lock of the battery holder to the centre of the housing and pull out the bat‐
tery holder like a drawer. Insert the battery. The battery is correct if the positive pole
points to the housing base of the remote control. Slide the battery holder back into
the remote until it clicks into place.
When shipping, the battery is already installed in the remote and protected against
discharge by a transparent plastic foil. Remove the plastic foil prior to rst use.
NOTICE!
Risk of re due to incorrect polarity
Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries.
Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.
NOTICE!
Possible damage by leaking batteries
Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device.
Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer
period.
Mounting options
Inserting the battery into the remote
control
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5 Starting up
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.
Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or
another DMX device. 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).
When you congure a group of devices in master/slave mode, the rst unit will con‐
trol the other units for an automatic, sound-activated, synchronized show. This func‐
tion is ideal when you want to start a show immediately. Connect the DMX output of
the master device to the DMX input of the rst slave device. Then connect the DMX
output of the rst slave device to the DMX input of the second slave device and so
on.
Connections in DMX mode
Connections in master/slave mode
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6 Connections and operating elements
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1 Light aperture
2 Tripod mount
3[Power In] | lockable input socket (Power Twist) for power supply
4[DMX In] | DMX input, designed as XLR panel plug, 3-pin
5 Fuse holder
6 Display
7[MODE] | calls up the settings menu, skips one menu level back and closes an opened submenu without saving any
changes.
8[UP] | increases the displayed value by one and selects menu items.
9[DOWN] | decreases the displayed value by one and selects menu items.
10 [ENTER] | calls up the menu for the respective operation mode, conrms a set value.
11 Microphone for sound control
12 Infrared sensor for receiving remote control signals
13 [Power Out] | lockable output socket (Power Twist) for powering a connected device
14 [DMX Out] | DMX output, designed as XLR panel socket, 3-pin
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7 Operating
7.1 Starting the device
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to movements of the device
The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce
very bright light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the
device, when the device operates in automatic mode or under remote
control and when you turn o a DMX controller that is connected to the
device. Persons staying near the device could be injured or frightened.
Before you turn on the device and during the operation, always ensure
that nobody stays close to the device. If work has to be performed in the
area of movement or in the near vicinity of the device, it must remain
turned o.
Connect the device to the power supply to start operation. After a few seconds, the
fans start to work and the head moves to the home positions for rotation (pan) and
inclination (tilt).
7.2 Main menu
Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the various submenus within a menu level. Press
[ENTER] to open the submenu shown on the display. Conrm the changed values
with [ENTER]. To return to the next higher menu level, press [MODE].
The following table shows the setting options.
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Main menu Menu level 2 Menu level 3 Menu level 4 Meaning
‘DMX menu’ ‘DMX Addr’ Setting the DMX address
‘001…512’
‘Channels Select’ Selecting a DMX mode
‘15CH ’ 15-channel DMX mode
‘16CH ’ 16-channel DMX mode
‘26CH’ 26-channel DMX mode
‘46CH’ 46-channel DMX mode
‘DMX fail’ Device behaviour on DMX signal failure
‘Stop ’ Stop and take starting position
‘Hold ’ Retaining last settings
‘Auto ’ Performing an automatic run
‘Sound ’ Performing a sound-controlled automatic run
‘ShowMode
Master’
‘ShowMode
Menu’
Selecting an automatic mode
Movement ‘1’ …‘4’ Movement pattern 1 to 4
MoveSped ‘000…255’ Running speed of the movement pattern
Color ‘1’ …‘14’ Colour eect 1 to 14
ColoSped ‘000…255’ Running speed of the colour eect
‘Sound Master’ Sound control
‘Set Menu’ ‘Reload Default’ Resetting the device to factory defaults
‘Yes’ Perform
‘No’ Don't perform
‘Reset Machine’ Reset positions and colours to the respectively programmed parameters
‘Yes’ Perform
‘No’ Don't perform
‘Master’ Master and Stand-alone operation
‘Yes’ Device works as a master and controls further
devices
‘No’ Device works in stand-alone mode
‘MICSense’ Microphone sensitivity for sound control
‘00’ …‘99 ’
‘Back Light’ Automatic display shutdown when not in use
‘ON ’ Display remains on
‘OFF ’ Display is dimmed after about 25 seconds
‘Key Lock’ Key lock 30 seconds after last keystroke
‘ON’ Switching on
When the key lock is activated, press successively
[MODE], [DOWN], [UP] and [ENTER] to unlock the
keys.
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Main menu Menu level 2 Menu level 3 Menu level 4 Meaning
‘OFF’ Turning o
‘Information’ Device information
‘LED ’ ‘Date’ Date of production
‘Time’ Time of production
‘UseHours’ Operating hours counter
‘ThisTime ’ Time since last powering on the device in minutes
‘TotlTime ’ Total elapsed operating time in hours
‘Clear Total ’ ‘YES’ Reset previous operating time to zero.
Use [UP] and [DOWN] to enter the password to
delete the entire elapsed operating time. Upon
delivery, the password is ‘001’ .
‘NO’
‘Motor Set’ Behaviour on DMX-controlled motion
‘Move BlackOut ’ ON LED ‘o’ on DMX-controlled motion
OFF
‘Motor
Calibrate ’
Calibration of the motors for rotation, inclination
and prism.
Use [UP] and [DOWN] to enter the password for cali‐
bration. Upon delivery, the password is ‘001’ .
‘Pan1Motor’ …
‘Pan4Motor’
‘Origin’ Home position pan axis
‘HalfStep’ Half turn pan axis
‘Test’ Test run pan axis
‘Reset’ New calibration pan axis
‘Reverse’ Reverse of the pan axis
‘Tilt1Motor’ …
‘Tilt4Motor’
‘Origin’ Home position tilt axis
‘HalfStep’ Half turn tilt axis
‘Test’ Test run tilt axis
‘Reset’ New calibration tilt axis
‘Reverse’ Reverse of the tilt axis
‘Prism1Motor’ …
‘Prism4Motor’
‘Origin’ Home position prism
‘HalfStep’ Half turn prism
‘Test’ Test run prism
‘Reset’ New calibration prism
‘Reverse’ Reverse of the prism
‘Record Scene’ Recording scenes
‘ShowMode’ ‘Yes ’ Recording a running scene.
‘No ’ Not recording a running scene.
‘RDM’ ‘Manufacturer
ID’
‘ID High’ Highest manufacturer ID
‘ID Low’ Lowest manufacturer ID
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Main menu Menu level 2 Menu level 3 Menu level 4 Meaning
‘Device ID’ ‘ID High’ Highest device ID
‘ID Low’ Lowest device ID
‘RDM Mute’ ‘Yes’ Deactivating RDM
‘No’ Not deactivating RDM
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7.3 Functions in 15-channel DMX mode
Channel Value Function
1 0…255 Master dimmer 0 %…100…%
2 Stroboscope
0…9 No function (open)
10…255 Strobe eect (1 Hz…25 Hz), increasing speed
3 0…255 Rotation (pan) (0° up to the maximum value of the Pan range of 540°)
4 0…255 Inclination (tilt) (0° up to the maximum value of the Tilt range of 230°)
5 0…255 Increasing motor speed
6 0…255 Intensity prism
7 0…255 Colour macro
8 0…255 Intensity red
9 0…255 Intensity green
10 0…255 Intensity blue
11 0…255 Intensity white
12 Movement pattern
0…9 No function
10…69 Movement pattern 1
70…129 Movement pattern 2
130…189 Movement pattern 3
190…255 Movement pattern 4
13 0…255 Increasing running speed movement pattern
14 Colour eect
0…9 No function
10…24 Colour eect 1
25…39 Colour eect 2
40…54 Colour eect 3
55…69 Colour eect 4
70…84 Colour eect 5
85…99 Colour eect 6
100…114 Colour eect 7
115…129 Colour eect 8
130…144 Colour eect 9
145…159 Colour eect 10
160…174 Colour eect 11
175…189 Colour eect 12
190…204 Colour eect 13
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Channel Value Function
205…219 Colour eect 14
220…255 No function
15 0…255 Increasing running speed colour eect
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7.4 Functions in 16-channel DMX mode
Channel Value Function
1 0…255 Master dimmer 0 %…100…%
2 Stroboscope
0…9 No function (open)
10…255 Strobe eect (1 Hz…25 Hz), increasing speed
3 0…255 Rotation (pan) (0° up to the maximum value of the Pan range of 540°)
4 0…255 Fine adjustment rotation (pan)
5 0…255 Inclination (tilt) (0° up to the maximum value of the Tilt range of 230°)
6 0…255 Fine adjustment inclination (tilt)
7 0…255 Increasing motor speed
8 0…255 Intensity prism
9 0…255 Intensity red
10 0…255 Intensity green
11 0…255 Intensity blue
12 0…255 Intensity white
13 Movement pattern
0…9 No function
10…69 Movement pattern 1
70…129 Movement pattern 2
130…189 Movement pattern 3
190…255 Movement pattern 4
14 0…255 Increasing running speed movement pattern
15 Colour eect
0…9 No function
10…24 Colour eect 1
25…39 Colour eect 2
40…54 Colour eect 3
55…69 Colour eect 4
70…84 Colour eect 5
85…99 Colour eect 6
100…114 Colour eect 7
115…129 Colour eect 8
130…144 Colour eect 9
145…159 Colour eect 10
160…174 Colour eect 11
175…189 Colour eect 12
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