movie-intercom DMX-TX User manual

user manual
DMX-TX module
for the LFXHub®
LightingFX Tools
for professional filmmakers
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copyright © movie-intercom® 2006
This user manual is valid for the DMX-TX module for the
LFXHub
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This user manual is also available in german language
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are registered trademarks
of Olaf Michalke, movie-intercom
LightingFX Tools.
use or dispersal of the mentioned trademarks
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This user manual is alos available in german language.
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1. safety first please read me first 4
2.
3.
quick start
function overview
5
6
4.
5.
conditions for operation with the LFXHub
included in delivery
indicators and interfaces
connect DMX-TX module at the LFXHub
7
8
6.
7.
menu structure for DMX at the LFXHub
menu language
9
setting up DMX channels
resetting DMX-IDs to factory settings
10
8.
9.
10.
11.
upgrading the software of the LFXHub
trouble shooting / maintenance / disposal
11
12
specifications
address / support
13
14
12. index 15
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Please read this user manual before the first operation !
This user manual is always available for download from the homepage of
movie-intercom >
http://www.movie-inter.com/en/support/downloads/index.html
Please protect the DMX-TX module against humidity and rain before and
during operation.
This optional available DMX transmitter "DMX-TX module" is exclu-
sively engineered to be operated with the LFXHub.
The safety instructions for operation with DMX based equipment must be
observed.
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1. Safety instructions
page 4 of16
PLEASE READ ME FIRST!
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2. quick start
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read all DMX IDs from the LFXHub
Âturn rotary switch "EFFEKT" to position*
"DMX IN/OUT"
Âread addresses of channel 1 to 6
* in this position there will be no DMX transmission
DMX IDs at the receiver
Âverify DMX IDs of the LFXHub´s DMX IDs
Âconnect DMX cable
1connect the DMX-TX module at the
LFXHub´s socket "DMX IN/OUT"
LFXHub
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CH1= 001 and 004
CH2= 002 and 005
CH3= 003 and 006
»change DMX-ID
display of the LFXHub
example control panel of a DMX dimmer
DMX line
DMX-TX module DMX-receiver
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key features
Âcontrol DMX-512 dimmer packs
ÂOutput of six DMX channels
Âself-locking plug at socket DMX IN/OUT of the LFXHub
Âplug & play
Âmaintenance free
Âindividual choice of DMX channels to send
Âmultilingual display (English, French, Spanish, German)
Âconfiguration of DMX IDs via the display of the LFXHub
Requirements of the LFXHub for operation of the DMX-TX module
The operation of the DMX-TX module requires the latest DMX software in the LFXHub.
Because of the software based engineering of the LFXHub, the required software can be
installed later either.
LFXHubs, delivered after May 1, 2006 are already equipped with DMX software.
In this case there is no software upgrade necessary.
How to find out whether my LFXHub is equipped with DMX software:
Âturn "EFFECT" to position "off/set-up"
Âwith JOG navigate to:
basic settings > identity > software versions
the display should
show this:
The version for "CHP" must be at least version 1.15!
If the mentioned software version of CHP is not shown please read
☞upgrading the software of the LFXHub, chapter 8, page 11
Please read the safety instructions before the DMX module will be used for the first
time. As well please read the safety instructions of the LFXHub!
included in delivery
- DMX-TX module
- user manual
- eventually a CD containing DMX software for the LFXHub
(depending on the version of the LFXHub´s software)
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3. Key features of the DMX-TX module
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DMX-512
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software-versions:
CIO: 1.0 CHP: 1.15
FT: 1.11 MT: 1.10
XTM: 1.0 r
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4. indicators and interfaces
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connector
plug into "DMX IN/OUT" of the LFXHub
output for
DMX-512 receiver
5-pin XLR female
behind protector
status indicator DMX
is flashing during transmission of a DMX signal
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The serial number is located on the bottom of the module.
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The plug of the DMX-TX module is self-locking.
To lock or unlock the plug please exclusively move the centre part of the plug (as marked below.)
The external DMX module is powered by the LFXHub.
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5. connect DMX-TX module at the LFXHub
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both arrows should
face to each other
,
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LCD menu level 1 LCD menu level 2 LCD menu level 3 LCD menu level 4
DMX IN/OUT
Please connect DMX
module at socket "DMX
IN/OUT" on your left
hand side!
DMX IN/OUT
no external LFX Tool
is connected at "analog IN":
green LED at LFXHub is flashing
CH1= 001 and 004
CH2= 002 and 005
CH3= 003 and 006
»change DMX-TX-ID
display alternates
every 5 sec
external DMX-TX module is connected:
green LED at LFXHub is steadily on
change DMX-ID: »help
CH1= 001 und 004
CH2= 002 und 005
CH3= 003 und 006 r
alert after invalid entries
of an DMX-ID...
DMX-512 module
is connected
and controls
these DMX channels:
Red di
g
its are variables and mi
g
ht show different values, dependin
g
on
y
our settin
g
s.
help: change DMX-ID
1. turning JOG
selects digit
2. push JOG »
...if chosen DMX-ID is al-
ready in use:
3. turning JOG
changes digit
4. pushing JOG
confirms digit r
... if chosen DMX-ID is not in
valid range between 001
and 512:
Chosen DMX-ID is
already is use.
please change ID r
DMX-ID should have a
value between
001 and 512!
please change ID r
navigation
with the
Jogshuttle
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6. menu structure
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This menu is visible when the DMX-TX module is connected to "DMX IN/OUT" and the
rotary switch "EFFECT" is in position "DMX IN/OUT".
Menu language
If the menu language of the LFXHub will be set to a certain language, the chosen langu-
ge will be displayed in the DMX menu either.
Please refer to the user manual of the LFXHub how to set up the menu language.
Hint
A reset to factory settings of the LFXHub does not have an influence to the selected
language.
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connection status LED LCD
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Each DMX channel can be configured seperately.
The DMX-TX module transmitts up to six different DMX-IDs.
The three output channels of the LFXHub are transmitted twice, channels 4, 5 and 6 (as
shown in figure 1) have the same signal as the ID of the channels 1, 2 and 3.
For that reason two different DMX channels are controlled by a single output channel of
the LFXHub.
When the rotary switch "EFFECT" is on position "DMX IN/OUT" no lamp will be on.
user manualLFXHub
14. externe Steuerung durch Zusatzgeräte über den Eingang "analog IN" (Fortsetzung)
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Âturn "EFFECT" to "DMX IN/OUT"
Âpush JOG
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7. setting up DMX channels
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Resetting DMX-IDs to factory settings
The DMX-TX module stores all set up DMX-addresses without any time limit.
Please consider:
The DMX-IDs are stored in the external module, not in the LFXHub.
We do recommend resetting to factory settings if the LFXHub is returned to the rental
house. Every lighting crew starts so with same conditions.
1. turn "EFFECT" to position "OFF / set-up"
2. choose menu item
"basic settings" > "factory reset"
3. confirm with "yes"
DMX factory settings of all channels are shown in figure 1 above
resetting LFXHub
to factory settings?
yes •No
DMX-TX module
DMX line
change DMX-ID: »help
CH1= 001 and 004
CH2= 002 and 005
CH3= 003 and 006 r
change DMX-ID: »help
CH1= 0011
11 and 004
CH2= 002 and 005
CH3= 003 and 006 r
change DMX-ID menu selecton of a digit change value of digit
select a digit with the
JOG
Âturn JOG
seleceted digit is flashing
underlined
(here: "1" of CH1)
Âconfirm selection
by pushing JOG
seleceted digit is
flashing bewteen the
arrows
Âturning JOG
changes value
change DMX-ID: »help
CH1= 0❱11
11❰and 004
CH2= 002 and 005
CH3= 003 and 006 r
Âpush JOG
confirms new ID
figure 1 - setting up DMX channels
✔
The procedure how to change a DMX-ID is described in
the built-in "help"-function of the LFXHub either.
Invalid entries of DMX-IDs will result in an alert in the dis-
play, the user will be prompted to change the ID.
☞chapter 6, page 9 "alert during change of an DMX-ID"
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Ð
CH1= 001 and 004
CH2= 002 and 005
CH3= 003 and 006
»change DMX-TX-ID
DMX
dimmer
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For detailed installation instructions please refer to the user manual delivered with the
data cable.
The functionality of the LFXHub is based upon software.
Additional software can be installed to the LFXHub to extend the functionality e.g....
Âlanguage packets
Âfunctions with new features (e.g. DMX)
The required Software will be send via e-mail or will be shipped as a CD.
LFXHubs delivered after May 2006 are already equipped with the DMX software.
system requirements
Âdata cable for the LFXHub (optional available)
ÂPC with Windows 95 / 98 / 2000 / XP and serial interface (COM-port)
installation procedure
1. remove all external components from the LFXHub and disconnect loads
of "POWER OUT".
2. Plug in the data cable in socket "DMX IN/OUT" and
connect the SUB-D plug of the data cable to a COM-port of the
PC.
3. Connect the LFXHub with the power plug to stable 230 V /50 Hz
power network.
4. turn the rotary switch "EFFECT" to position "radio"
5. launch your PC and double click the EXE-database received
from movie-intercom and follow the instructions.
Please be aware:
The power of your PC and the power of the LFXHub must not
be interrupted during the installation process.
connection of data cable at "DMX IN/OUT"
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8. Upgrading the software of the LFXHub
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COM-port
data cable
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symptom possible fault solution
DMX module is not
identified by the LFXHub
a connected lamp of a
DMX dimmer pack will
not come on
the software of the LFXHub is not upgraded to
DMX
check if the LFXHubs´ software is ready for
DMX > page 6
DMX dimmer pack is not powered
load latest software for the
LFXHub
> page 11
power up the DMX dimmer
pack
connected lamp is switched off
connected lamp is broken switch on lamp exchange lamp
value of "Dimmer max." is too low
DMX-ID of the transmitter (LFXHub) is different
to DMX address of the dimmer pack
increase "Dimmer max."
set up DMX-ID
- at the LFXHub or
- at the dimmer pack
a connected lamp at the
dimmer pack is still on
when the DMX-TX mo-
dule is unplugged
the unit does not work
although all settings are
correct
specifications of the dimmer pack manufacturer
might prevent the connected lamps from swit-
ching off.
Partially lamps will be dimmed to 50%. This ef-
fect is not part of the DMX-512 specifications.
Did you use the device in wet environment?
Humidity might be to strong inside the DMX-TX
module.
prior unplugging the DMX mo-
dule turn "EFFECT" to position
"OFF/set-up"
Leave the device dehumidify at
a warm and dry place for at
least one hour.
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Possible problems using the LFXHub might be solved here.
Basic conditions for operation
1. The DMX-TX module and the LFXHub, especially the power cord, have no damages.
2. The operation voltage of the LFXHub is 220 - 240 VAC /50 Hz.
3. The built-in main fuse is turn on.
4. The DMX-TX Modul is properly connected to the socket "DMX IN/OUT" of the LFXHub.
In case of a malfunction of the LFXHub the internal fuse of the power supply could have been triggered.
This internal fuse is self resetting. Please wait 10 minutes and try again. Do not open the the LFXHub, it is
not necessary.
If you have a problem which can not be solved by this manual, please disconnect the DMX-TX mod-
ule from the LFXHub / DMX line and contact movie-intercom.
cleaning the unit
ONLY clean the unit when disconnected completely from all cables!
Use a clean slightly wet cloth.
disposal
In order to avoid any possible effects resulting from the disposal of electrical an electronic equipment con-
taining substances damaging the environment and human health, the European Parliament and Council di-
rectives
2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and
2002/95/EC on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and elec-
tronic equipment (RoHS) have been transferred into national law in all EU member states.
The product you have purchased was developed in line with the current state of the art in an
environmentally friendly manner and with the view of recycling.
The product is labelled with the symbol illustrated above. If you wish to dispose this product,
this symbol obliges you to do so separately from industrial sorted waste.
Waste equipment should be shipped to movie-intercom. We will dispose the waste for you.
Electrical equipment does not belong in regular waste.
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general
operation voltage
temperature range 5VDC (powered by the LFXHub) -20°C ...50°C
dimensions (l x b x d)
weight
DMX output socket
DMX protocol
125 x 61 x 26 mm (without cable)
220 grams
5-pin XLR ((Pin 1 ground, Pin 2 DMX-, Pin 3 DMX+,
Pins 4 and 5 not connected))
USITT DMX-512 (1990) / DIN 56930-2
number of DMX channels
DMX channel selection range six 001 to 512
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10. Specifications
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Do not hesitate to contat movie-intercom.
We are looking forward to answer your questions.
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postal address movie-intercom
Wegenerstr. 4
10713 Berlin
Germany
phone 24h / 7 days [phone]
fax
e-mail
[phone]
[e-mail]
web http://www.movie-inter.com
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11. Address / Support
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Cchannel set-up -page 10
connection to LFXHub -page 6
contact to movie-intercom -pa
g
e 14
Ddimmer pack -page 5, 10
displays -page 7
disposal -page 12
DMX -page 13
E
F
DMX-ID reset -page 10
DMX-ID set-up -page 10
EFFECT-rotary switch -page 10
factory reset -page 10
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functional overview -page 6
help -page 12
included in delivery -page 6
Jogshuttle (JOG) -page 9,10,
L
Mlanguage set-up -page 9 maintenance -page 12
menu structure -page 9
Multi-functional display -page 10
O
Q
operation voltage -page 7
output channel confi
g
uration -pa
g
e 10
output socket DMX -page 7
quick start -page 5
R
S
rain, operation with- -page 4
rotary switch -page 10
safety instructions -page 4
serial number -page 7
software -page 6, 11
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12. Index
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