thomann STAIRVILLE D1210T User manual

D1210T, D1210H
dimmer pack
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
23.06.2020, ID: 327878_153386

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 7
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 9
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 14
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 15
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 18
6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 24
7 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 33
8 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 35
9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 36
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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 reference. 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 there‐
fore 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.
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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.
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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’ .
Letterings
Displays
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The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is
indented and highlighted by an arrow.
Example:
1. Switch on the device.
2. Press [Auto].
ðAutomatic operation is started.
3. Switch o the device.
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.
Instructions
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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 sucient 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.
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DANGER!
Hazardous voltage
Hazardous voltage may be present at cable ends and screw terminals.
The connection of screw terminals as well as all maintenance and repair work on
the electrical installation of the device must only be performed by qualied elec‐
trical personnel in volt-free condition. Failure to do so may result in electric shock
and risk of re and loss of life.
By all means you have to observe all electrical safety instructions applicable at the
place of operation.
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.
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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.
Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the chapter
‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature uctua‐
tions and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to tem‐
perature 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 maintained by
qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other
malfunction.
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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 re.
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3 Features
n12 dimmer channels
nOutputs D1210T (item 327878): 4 × screw terminal blocks
Outputs D1210H (item 153386): 2 × Harting, 16 Pole
nDigital control system
nControl via DMX 512
nPreheat, dimmer curve and maximum voltage can be adjusted individually
nIndicators for temperature and operation
nTest function
nIntelligent cooling control, large cooling ribs
nSingle channel fuse (10 A)
nVoltage supply via three-phase screw terminal block (32 A)
nMade in Europe
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4 Installation and starting up
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.
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.
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The device is designed for mounting in 19" racks, it occupies two rack units (RU).
First, connect the loads to the terminals on the back of the device. Establish the DMX link to
the controller.
D1210T (item 327878): Finally, connect the device via the 3-phase screw terminal block to
the power supply
D1210H (item 153386): Finally, connect the power plug of the device to a 32 A CEE socket.
Connection options for blocks L1, L2 and L3:
none block per phase
none block to one phase, two blocks to a second phases
nall blocks to one phase
Regardless of the actual use, all three blocks should always be connected.
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Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or other DMX
device. Connect the output of the rst 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
Front panel D1210T (item
327885):
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Front panel D1210H (item
153386):
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1[Ch1]…[Ch12]
Circuit breakers for channels 1…12, arranged in three blocks (L1…L3).
With the circuit breakers, the desired channels are being activated ([I - ON]) or deactivated ([O - OFF]).
2[L1]…[L3]
Voltage indicators of blocks L1…L3
The LEDs of the connected blocks light red as soon as mains power is applied to the device.
3[1]…[12]
Voltage indicators of channels 1…12
The LEDs of active channels light solid green during operation.
4 Display
5[DMX IN] | [DMX OUT]
DMX input, DMX output
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