Qtx Pentaflash User manual

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Pentaflash
5 in 1 LED and Laser Effect light
Item ref: 151.743UK
User Manual
Thank you for choosing the QTX Pentaflash LED and Laser Effect Light. A compact and lightweight 5-in-1
light effect, combining a 12W RGBW Effect ball, 4x White Strobe/UV LEDs, 4x 6W RGBW PARs and Dual
colour Laser in one convenient fixture. Easy to setup and use via an array of integrated automatic
programs or sound to light. More precise control is provided via either 18-channel DMX connection or the
included IR remote control.
In the box:
Your Pentaflash should arrive with you in a single carton in good condition. The carton should contain
1 x main unit with bracket, 1 x UK IEC mains lead and 1 x manual.
Warning:
To prevent risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain or damp environments. In the event
of a spillage, disconnect the mains and allow the unit to dry out naturally. Qualified personnel should then
check the unit before continuing use.
Please read through this manual thoroughly before use, any damage
caused by misuse of product will not be covered by warranty.
Please do not open cover, contains high voltage. This
product is not serviceable or repairable by the end user.
Please refer to qualified personnel for service and repair.

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Caution: Laser radiation
Avoid pointing directly towards eyes. Laser output can cause injury if viewed directly.
This product is a Class 3B laser and should only be installed and used by persons who
are trained in the management of laser radiation and are able to operate in accordance
within the guidance given by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) in HS(G)95: “The
Radiation Safety of Lasers used for Display purposes”. Copies of this guide can be
downloaded from: www.avsl.com/assets/documents/hsg95.pdf
Placement:
•Use the included mounting bracket to fix to a stand or lighting truss.
•Use secondary safety fixings if mounting overhead.
•Keep away from damp or dusty environments.
•Ensure adequate airflow around the fixture housings.
•Ensure adequate access to controls and connections.
•Do not aim LED or laser output directly into line of sight, as this can result in eye injury.
Cleaning:
•Use a soft cloth with a neutral detergent to clean the casing as required.
•Use a vacuum cleaner to clear ventilation grilles of any dust or debris build-ups.
•Do not use strong solvents for cleaning the unit.
Rear panel controls:
1. LCD display
2. DMX signal out
3. IEC mains in
4. Manual control
buttons
5. Laser key
6. DMX signal in
Manual control menu:
Press the “MENU” button to enter the settings menu.
Press “UP” and “DOWN” buttons to navigate through various setting functions.
Press “ENTER” button to confirm the desired setting.
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Menu
Function
Description
A001
A001 - A512
DMX address settings
LE1
LE11 - LE19
Magic ball red –slow to fast
LE2
LE21 - LE29
Magic ball green –slow to fast
LE3
LE31 - LE39
Magic ball blue –slow to fast
LE4
LE41 - LE49
Magic ball white –slow to fast
LE5
LE51 - LE59
Magic ball auto run –slow to fast
LS
LS1 - LS9
Laser auto run –slow to fast
Pu
Pu1 - Pu9
UV light –low to high
Par
Pa11 - Par19
Red wash –low to high
Pa21 - Pa29
Green wash –low to high
Pa31 - Pa39
Blue wash –low to high
Pa41 - Pa49
White wash –low to high
Pa51 - Pa59
Colour wash auto run –slow to fast
FL
FL1 - FL9
Strobe –slow to fast
Au
au11 –au19
Auto run (all features) –slow to fast
S1
S11 - S19
Sound to light sequence 1 –sensitivity high to low
S2
S21 - S29
Sound to light sequence 2 –sensitivity high to low
Remote control:
The Pentaflash comes supplied with an IR remote control, please see below for buttons and functions:
1. Power on/off
2. Auto run mode
3. Par Wash modes
4. Sound to light modes
5. Magic ball modes
6. Laser modes
7. Strobe mode
8. Motor speed (increase/decrease)
9. Auto speed (increase/decrease)
10. Sensitivity (increase/decrease)
DMX mode:
The Pentaflash can be controlled by DMX signal, simply connect the DMX signal source to the DMX input
on the unit via a balanced XLR lead. Extra fixtures can be controlled by the same DMX signal by looping
through the DMX out on the unit. To enter DMX mode, select A001 from the menu and confirm the correct
start address by using the “UP”and “DOWN”buttons and “ENTER”. The A on the LED display will begin
to flash once it’s received the DMX signal from the controller. This unit has 18 DMX channels as indicated
in the table below:
Channel
Function
DMX value and description
1
Motor
0-127 rotation position (0-340°)
128-255 motor rotation (fast to slow)
2
Rotation amplitude
0-255 Motor self-moving range (0-340°)
3
Laser motor
0-9 stop, 10-255 (slow to fast)
4
Master dimmer
Linear dimming (low to high)
5
Strobe effect
0-9 stop, 10-255 strobe (slow to fast)

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6
Red pattern
0-255 Red LED (low to high)
7
Green pattern
0-255 Green LED (low to high)
8
Blue pattern
0-255 Blue LED (low to high)
9
White pattern
0-255 White LED (low to high)
10
Red Laser
0-255 Red laser show (low to high)
11
Green Laser
0-255 Green laser show (low to high)
12
Red wash
0-255 Red LED (low to high)
13
Green wash
0-255 Green LED (low to high)
14
Blue wash
0-255 Blue LED (low to high)
15
White wash
0-255 White LED (low to high)
16
UV effect
0-255 UV (low to high)
17
White strobe
0-255 Strobe (slow to fast)
18
Macro functions
0-50 Channel 1 to 17 is valid, 51-150 auto run, 150-255
voice control
Specifications:
Power supply
110-240Vac, 50/60Hz (IEC)
Power consumption
60W
Fuse rating
F3A
Light source
Strobe/UV: 4x UV/White LED, Effect Ball: 1x 12W RGBW, LED PAR: 4x 6W
RGBW, Dual Colour Laser: 150mW Red and 50mW Green
DMX channels
18CH
Dimensions
190 x 190 x 115mm
Weight
850g
Troubleshooting:
No power (mains)
Check mains voltage is correct and outlet is switched on
Check IEC lead and fuse (if fuse continually blows, refer to your dealer)
No light output
Check control panel mode settings
Check DMX settings from controller (dimmer levels, blackout etc.)
No strobe output
Check strobe settings on control panel or from DMX controller
No Laser output
Check laser key on rear panel is turned on
Unresponsive to DMX
Check that unit is in DMX mode and ensure the A on the DMX address flashes to
confirm it’s receiving a DMX signal
Check DMX controller is not set to black out
Check DMX controller is on correct fixture/page
Check master dimmer value
Check correct DMX address is set
Check DMX connection and leads
Overheating/
cutting out
Ensure adequate ventilation and unit is not too close to a heat source
This product is classed as Electrical or Electronic equipment and should not be disposed with other household or commercial waste
at the end of its useful life. The goods must be disposed of according to your local council guidelines.
Errors and omissions excepted.
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