thomann stairville dj lase performance 150 RGY User manual

DJ Lase Performance
150 RGY / 250 RVP /
200 GVC
showlaser
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
09.11.2012

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5
2 Safety notes.................................................................................................................................................. 8
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 15
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 16
5 Setup.............................................................................................................................................................. 21
6 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 24
7 Operation.................................................................................................................................................... 29
7.1 Starting up the device.................................................................................................................... 29
7.2 Main menu.......................................................................................................................................... 30
7.3 Stop the device................................................................................................................................. 33
7.4 Menu diagram................................................................................................................................... 34
7.5 Functions in DMX mode ............................................................................................................... 35
7.6 Pattern list........................................................................................................................................... 46
8 Technical data........................................................................................................................................... 48
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9 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 50
10 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 52
11 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 53
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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, include the manual for
the next owner.
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.
WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates a possible 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 possible dangerous situation that
can result in material and environmental
damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – laser radiation.
Warning – suspended load.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety notes
This device is intended to be used for the projection of laser light effects. It has been designed
exclusively for show applications. 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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Laser safety requirements are based on DIN EN 60825-1. The corresponding accident preven‐
tion regulation of the Accident Prevention and Insurance Association in Germany is BGV-B2.
This device contains a class-3B laser. It is equipped with a safety key. Always remove the key
when the device is not attended by a trained operator.
As an operator you are responsible for the safety of all persons present. Familiarize yourself
with the laser safety regulations that apply in your country. To ensure safe operation, it is
important to pay attention to the following instructions.
Prior to commissioning, the company/operator must appoint a qualified person as laser pro‐
tection officer in writing and notify the operation of the laser equipment to the Accident Pre‐
vention and Insurance Association and to the authority responsible for occupational safety. In
the event of public use, the complete laser equipment must be approved by an expert (e. g.
the Technical Control Board TÜV) prior to commissioning.
Laser safety basics
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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.
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.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐
tective contact plug. 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 regis‐
tered electrician.
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DANGER!
Laser radiation – avoid exposure to beam
The device contains a class-3B laser, classified according to EN 60825-1. Do not
look into the laser beam. The laser beam can injure your eyes when you directly
look into it. Do not expose yourself to the laser beam. The laser beam can cause
skin burns.
In this context take extreme care when using converging optical instruments.
WARNING!
Eye damage caused by high light intensity
Never look directly into the light source.
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WARNING!
Risk of epileptic shock
Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons
should avoid looking at strobe lights.
NOTICE!
Laser radiation – risk of fire
Keep the area exposed to laser radiation free from flammable substances.
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.
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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.
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
The showlaser is specially suited for discos, clubs, bars, stages, etc. Its control via the DMX
interface allows smooth integration into light shows.
Special features of this device:
nControl via DMX (9 channels) and buttons plus display on the unit itself.
nBuilt-in automatic show programmes
nSound control
nMaster/slave mode
n32 different patterns
nTwo laser diodes with the corresponding mixed colour (150 RGY: red, green, yellow;
250 RVP: red, violet, pink; 200 GVC: green, violet, cyan)
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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.
You can install the device on the wall, ceiling or floor. A mounting bracket is included in the
package.
DANGER!
Laser radiation
During installation follow the instructions in Ä ‘Laser safety basics’ on page 9.
To avoid laser emission, remove the safety key before you start to install the
device.
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WARNING!
Stray laser radiation
Inadequately secured additional components may cause stray laser radiation.
Make sure that all additional components are adequately secured.
WARNING!
Laser radiation – safety switch required
The laser beam must be defeatable any time during operation, to avoid hazards
by faults, unsafe operation conditions, or disturbance within the audience.
Therefore you have to connect a safety switch (emergency shut off) to the unit, by
which you can switch off the laser any time even from a remote observation point
(e.g. FOH position).
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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 the light output and the illuminated surface must be more
than 0.5 m (19.7 in).
Always ensure sufficient ventilation.
The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F).
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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 output to audio devices such as mixers or amplifiers.
Connect the optional remote-control safety switch to the socket (8) of the device. An adapter
for safety switches equipped with phone jacks is included in the delivery. If you press the
switch, the laser beam will be switched off immediately. To unlock the switch and resume
operation, turn the knob clockwise.
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.
Safety switch (emergency stop)
DMX connections
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1 Ground, shielding
2 DMX data (–)
3 DMX data (+)
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