Stairville DR-1 User manual

DR-1
DMX recorder
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
27.07.2012

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 6
3 Features.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 10
5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 11
6 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 14
7 Operation.................................................................................................................................................... 19
7.1 Recording............................................................................................................................................ 19
7.2 Playback............................................................................................................................................... 21
7.3 Menu functions................................................................................................................................. 22
7.4 Firmware update.............................................................................................................................. 25
7.5 Remote control................................................................................................................................. 26
8 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 28
9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 29
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1 General notes
This user manual contains important information on 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 other users, be sure
that they also receive this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the
right to make changes without notice.
This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual.Symbols and signal words
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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 possible 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 device is intended to be used to record and reproduce DMX signals. Use the device only as
described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐
ered 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.
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
fire.
NOTICE!
Risk of fire
Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat
source. Keep the device away from naked flames.
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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.
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3 Features
nDMX input to record DMX sequences in real time
nDMX output; the lines are galvanically isolated by optocouplers
nData storage on standard SD memory cards (included)
nReproduction of the DMX sequences on the DMX output either manually or timer con‐
trolled
nEndless loop playback available
nConnection for optional remote control
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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 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.
The unit has been designed for rack mounting in a standard 19-inch rack; it occupies one rack
unit.
The unit offers a 3-pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3-pin XLR plug for DMX input. Please
refer to the drawing and table below for pin assignment.
1 Ground, shielding
2 DMX data (–)
3 DMX data (+)
Rack mounting
DMX connections
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5 Starting up
Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high-
quality cables for all connections.
Starting up
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Connect the DMX input of the DMX recorder (R) to the DMX output of a DMX controller (C).
Connect the DMX output of the recorder (R) to the first DMX device (1), such as a spotlight.
Connect the output of the first DMX device (1) to the input of the second and so on, to form a
series connection. Make sure that the output of the last DMX device (n) in the chain is termi‐
nated by a resistor (110 Ω, ¼W).
DMX connections
Starting up
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If the unit and the DMX controller are operating, the word DMX flashes in the display, thereby
indicating that a ‘DMX’ signal is received at the input.
DMX indicator
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6 Connections and operating elements
Front panel
Connections and operating elements
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1 Main switch to turn the device on or off.
2 Display.
3[REC] button
To start a recording.
4[LOOP] button
To reproduce a recorded file in an endless loop.
5[BLACK OUT] button
To blackout all connected DMX devices.
6button
During playback: to reduce the speed.
In menu: to decrease the displayed value by one.
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7button
During recording and playback: to pause or resume recording or playback.
Keep this button pressed for 3 seconds to open the menu.
In menu: to select a sub menu or to confirm a selection.
8button
During playback: to increase the speed.
In menu: to increase the displayed value by one.
9 Keypad to select a file on the SD card for recording or playback. Each file is assigned to an indicator light. If the light
flashes, DMX data was already recorded to this file.
10 Indicator light and slot for SD memory cards.
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Rear panel
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11 DC IN
Connection for external power supply (DC 9…12 V ).
12 DMX IN
Input for DMX signal, such as coming from a DMX controller.
13 DMX OUT
Output for DMX signal to be connected to DMX controlled devices.
14 RS-232
No function.
15 FOR REMOTE CONTROLLER
1/4" phone socket to connect the optionally available remote control Stairville Pocket Master.
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7 Operation
With this device you can record DMX signal sequences. The DMX sequences are recorded to
individual files on an SD memory card. Each SD memory card can contain twelve files in total.
You can play back the stored sequences once, or run in an endless loop or let the built-in timer
control the playback.
7.1 Recording
1. Make sure that an SD memory card is inserted into the card slot (10) on the front panel.
2. The device must be in normal operating state, where no menu is open. The display
shows date and time. If any menu should still be open, press the button to quit the
menu.
Procedure
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3. Press the [REC] button.
ðThe indicator light next to the SD card slot lights up and the display prompts you to
select a file for recording.
4. Use the keypad (9) to select a file. If the indicator light above a keypad button flashes,
this file already contains a DMX sequence. When choosing a file that already contains
data, the new recording will overwrite the previous data.
ðAfter selecting a file, the rectangle in the display indicates that the device is ready to
record.
5. Press the button to start the recording. Now use your DMX controller to perform the
show that should be recorded.
ðThe dot in the display indicates the running recording. The word ‘DMX’ is flashing in
the display when a signal is received from the DMX controller.
6. Press the button for two seconds to stop the recording.
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