thomann VARYTEC Retro Blinder 200 LED User manual

Retro Blinder 200 LED
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User Manual

Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Internet: www.thomann.de
25.05.2023, ID: 561453

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 7
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 9
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 12
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 13
5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 15
6 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 17
7 Operation.................................................................................................................................................... 19
7.1 Starting the device........................................................................................................................... 19
7.2 Operating modes............................................................................................................................. 19
7.3 Operating time.................................................................................................................................. 21
7.4 Menu overview................................................................................................................................. 22
7.5 Functions in 5-channel DMX mode........................................................................................... 23
7.6 Functions in 8-channel DMX mode........................................................................................... 24
7.7 Functions in 21-channel DMX mode........................................................................................ 26
7.8 Functions in 23-channel DMX mode........................................................................................ 28
8 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 30
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9 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 32
10 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 33
11 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 35
12 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.
1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
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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 nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
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.
Letterings
Displays
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – dangerous optical radiation.
Warning – suspended load.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended for use as an electronic lighting eect by means of LED technology. The
device is designed for professional use only and is not suitable for use in households. Use the
device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating con‐
ditions 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.
Extend the operating life of the device by regular breaks and by avoiding frequent
switching on and o. The device is not suitable for continuous operation.
Safety
DANGER!
Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!
Children can suocate on packaging material and small parts. Children can injure themselves when handling the device. Never allow
children to play with the packaging material and the device. Always store packaging material out of the reach of babies and small
children. Always dispose of packaging material properly when it is not in use. Never allow children to use the device without supervi‐
sion. Keep small parts away from children and make sure that the device does not shed any small parts (such knobs) that children
could play with.
Intended use
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DANGER!
Danger to life due to electric current!
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 when covers, safety equipment or optical components are missing or damaged.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a protective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable
or the plug. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or re. If in doubt, seek advice from a registered electrician.
WARNING!
Eye damage caused by high light intensity
Never look directly into the light source.
WARNING!
Risk of epileptic shock
Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights.
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.
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 uctuations and do not switch the device on immediately
after it was exposed to temperature 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.
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.
NOTICE!
Fire hazard due to exceedance of the maximum current
The device can power other devices of identical construction. The current consumption of all other devices connected in series must
not exceed the values indicated in the technical specications. Otherwise you risk injuries and irreparable damages to the device.
Only connect so many identical devices that the maximum current consumption is not exceeded. Ensure the sucient dimensioning
(wire cross section) of the power cables used for all devices connected in series.
NOTICE!
Possible damage due to installation of a wrong fuse
The use of dierent types of fuses can cause serious damage to the unit. Fire hazard! Only fuses of the same type may be used.
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3 Features
nLED blinder with ambient eect in stylish honeycomb shape
nAlso ideal as decoration for clubs and bars
n3×80 W warm white COB LED can be used as blinder eect or strobe
nThe blinder LEDs can be controlled individually
n48×1.5 W RGB SMD LEDs as backlight
nCan be controlled in 6 segments
nDMX control
nCan be operated in automatic mode, manual mode and with DMX control (5/8/21/23 CH)
For technological reasons, the light output of LEDs decreases over their lifetime. This eect
increases with higher operating temperature. You can extend the service life of the illuminants
by providing adequate ventilation and operating the LEDs with the lowest possible brightness.
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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 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.
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.
NOTICE!
Risk of overheating
The distance between light source and the illuminated surface must be more
than 1.5 m.
Provide sucient ventilation.
The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C.
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NOTICE!
Possible data transmission errors
For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐
nary microphone cables.
Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli‐
ers.
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 mount. Use the openings provided on the two-
piece bracket for attaching.
Always work from a stable platform whenever installing, moving or servicing the unit. In doing
so, the area underneath the device must be cordoned o.
The safety cable must be attached to the safety eyelet.
Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer.
Mounting options
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5 Starting up
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.
Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX
device. Connect the output of the rst DMX device to the input of the second one, and so on
to form a daisy chain. Always ensure that the output of the last DMX device in the daisy chain
is terminated with a resistor (110 Ω, ¼W).
Connections in DMX mode
Starting up
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When you congure a group of devices in ‘Master / Slave’ mode, the rst unit will control the
others. This feature is especially useful to start a show without much programming. Connect
the DMX output of the master unit to the DMX input of the rst slave unit. Then connect the
DMX output of the rst slave unit to the DMX input of the second slave unit and so on.
Connections in ‘Master /
Slave‘ mode
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6 Connections and operating elements
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1 Safety cable eyelet
2 Display
[MENU] | Activates the main menu for selecting the operating mode
[UP] | Increases the displayed value by one
[DOWN] | Decreases the displayed value by one
[ENTER] | Selects an option of the respective operating mode, conrms the set value
3[POWER OUT] | Lockable output socket (Power Twist) for powering further devices
4[POWER IN] | Lockable input socket (Power Twist) for the power supply of the device
5[F3AL250V] | Fuse
6[DMX OUT] | DMX output, designed as XLR panel socket, 3-pin
7[DMX IN] | DMX input, designed as XLR panel plug, 3-pin
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7 Operation
7.1 Starting the device
To start operation, connect the device to the mains. The device is immediately operational.
The set values are retained during a power interruption.
7.2 Operating modes
This setting is only relevant when the device is controlled via DMX.
nPress [MENU] repeatedly until ‘Address’ appears on the display. Conrm with [ENTER].
Use [UP] and [DOWN] to set the desired DMX address in a range from ‘001’ …‘512’ and
conrm with [ENTER].
nPress [MENU] repeatedly until ‘CH Mode’ appears on the display. Conrm with [ENTER].
Use [UP] and [DOWN] to select a DMX mode and conrm with [ENTER].
nPress [MENU] repeatedly until ‘Mode’ appears on the display. Conrm with [ENTER].
Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select the menu item ‘DMX’ and conrm with [ENTER] to enable the
DMX mode.
Make sure that the DMX address number matches the conguration of your DMX controller.
The following table shows the highest possible DMX address for the various DMX modes.
Operating mode ‘DMX’
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DMX mode Highest possible start
address
5-channel mode 508
8-channel mode 505
21-channel mode 492
23-channel mode 490
This operating mode can only be activated when the device is operating in stand-alone mode
or as master in a master / slave combination. This setting is only relevant if the device is not
controlled via DMX.
nPress [MENU] repeatedly until ‘Mode’ appears on the display. Conrm with [ENTER].
Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select the menu item ‘Auto’ and conrm with [ENTER].
Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired automatic mode ‘Auto1’ …‘Auto5’ and conrm
with [ENTER].
To adjust the run speed of the automatic mode, use [UP] and [DOWN] to select the desired
run speed ‘Slow’ or ‘Quick’ and conrm with [ENTER].
nTo enable the automatic mode only for the COB LED, press [MENU] repeatedly until the
display shows ‘Backlight’ . Conrm with [ENTER].
Use [UP] and [DOWN] to select the menu item ‘Auto’ and conrm with [ENTER].
To disable the automatic mode only for the COB LED, use [UP] and [DOWN] to select the
menu item ‘Keep’ and conrm with [ENTER].
Automatic mode
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