thomann STAIRVILLE LED Pixel Rail 40 RGB User manual

LED Pixel Rail 40 RGB
LED strip
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
24.08.2017, ID: 375418

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 6
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 9
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 12
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 13
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 19
6 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 21
7 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 22
8 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 23
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1 General information
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.
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
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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.
WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can 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 – suspended load.
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended for use as a lighting effect in connection with a Pixels Rail Drive 640
controller (item no.: 376130). 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.
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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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3 Features
nPixel effects strip with 40 tri-colour SMD LEDs (RGB)
nControl protocols: Artnet, Klingnet
nControl via Pixel Rail Drive 640 (item no.: 376130)
nVoltage supply via LAN cable (Cat)
nRobust aluminium die-cast housing
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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.
WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling objects
Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply
in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment,
such as a safety cable or a safety chain.
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NOTICE!
Risk of overheating
Always ensure sufficient ventilation.
The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F).
You can install the unit in hanging or standing position. When in use, the device must always
be attached to a solid surface or an approved truss. For attaching, use the provided openings
of the bracket.
Always work from a stable platform whenever installing, moving or servicing the unit. In doing
so, the area underneath the unit must be cordoned off.
Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high-
quality cables for all connections.
Mounting options
Cable connections
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Connect the device via a suitable RJ45 data cable (Cat) with the Pixel Rail Drive 640. A max‐
imum of 30 pixel strips may be serially connected to each serial port of the controller.
The following figures show the connection configuration of the pixel strips in the various
modes of the Pixels Rail Drive 640.
Connection examples
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Master / Slave operation
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Control via ArtNet or KlingNet
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Control via DMX
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5 Connections and controls
Front panel
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1 Mounting rail for the mechanical connection of the pixel rails using fastening elements (6).
2 RJ45 input for power supply and control of the device by means of Pixel Rail Drive 640.
3 Locking screw for fixing the mounting bracket.
4 Mounting bracket for attaching the device to a suitable cross bar.
5 RJ45 output for power supply and control of the following pixel strip.
6 Fastening element for the mechanical connection of two pixel rails.
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