Stairville DS-2 RF DMX User manual

DS-2 RF DMX
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User manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
16.10.2017, ID: 228802

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 6
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 8
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 12
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 13
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 14
6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 18
7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 21
8 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 22
9 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 23
10 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 24
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1 General notes
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to find 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’.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
Letterings
Displays
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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 – high-voltage.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This appliance is designed for professional use only and is intended to be used to control the
brightness of connected spotlights. 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 sufficient 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.
Intended use
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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.
Safety
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DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so could result in electric
shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a registered electrician.
NOTICE!
Risk of fire
Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots. Do not place the device near
any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames.
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.
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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 fire.
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3 Features
n1 dimmer channel, 10 A max.
nOutput: 1 × Schuko socket
nDigital control system
nControl via DMX 512
Features
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4 Installation and starting up
Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device 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 off. 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 other DMX
device. Connect the output of the first DMX device 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 in the chain is
terminated by a resistor (110 Ω, ¼W).
Connections in ‘DMX’ mode
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5 Connections and controls
Top view
Connections and controls
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1[OUTPUT]
Dimmer outlet for connecting the spotlight to be controlled, loadable up to 10 A.
2 Display.
3
Button to page up in the menu system, and to decrease the displayed value.
4
Button to page down in the menu system, and to increase the displayed value.
5[MENU]
Button to open the main menu and confirm display values.
6[HTP]
This fader adjusts the brightness of the connected spotlight. It works according to the HTP principle (Highest Takes
Precedence), the highest issued value has priority here.
7 External fader with the same function as the fader on the unit.
Connections and controls
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8 Power cord.
9[External Fader]
Mini phone connector for the external fader.
10 [DMX OUT]
DMX output.
Rear panel
Connections and controls
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11 [DMX IN]
DMX input.
12 [F10AL250V]
Fuse holder.
Connections and controls
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6 Operating
Connect the device to the power grid. The unit starts with the last settings. The display shows
the last set DMX address.
If the power supply is unstable, the display shows ‘AC-0’ . In this case, wait until the display
turns off.
The display shows the last set DMX address, e.g. ‘A123’ . Use the arrow buttons to select a value
between 1 and 512 (display shows‘A001’…‘A512’). The setting is instantly applied.
While setting the DMX address the output is switched off.
Starting the device
DMX address
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First set the desired DMX address. Press [MENU] to change to the next menu. Press one of the
arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows ‘S---’ .
Press [MENU] to switch to Switch-Pack mode. There are two statuses.
nSwitch On:
The output is switched on, a connected spotlight lights regardless of the DMX signal.
nSwitch Off:
A connected spotlight is operated depending on the DMX signal. If the DMX signal speci-
fies a brightness of less than 40 % the headlight is turned off; if the DMX signal specifies a
brightness of 40 % or more the spotlight is turned on.
Use the arrow buttons to choose between Switch On (display shows ‘S-on’ ) and Switch Off
(display shows ‘S-oF’ ). Press [MENU] to apply the settings and return to adjusting the DMX
address.
Switch-Pack mode
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First set the desired DMX address. Press [MENU] to change to the next menu. Press one of the
arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows ‘d---’ .
Press [MENU] to switch to Dimmer-Limit mode. Use the arrow buttons to set a value between
10 and 100 (display shows ‘L010’ … ‘L100’ ). The value is applied automatically.
Press [MENU] to switch to Dimmer-Preset mode. Use the arrow buttons to set a value between
0 and 100 (display shows ‘L010’ … ‘L100’ ). The value is applied automatically.
Press [MENU] to apply the settings and return to adjusting the DMX address.
Dimmer-Pack mode
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