thomann MX-x20 User manual

MH-X20 Micro LED
Spot
moving head
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
19.07.2013

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 8
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 13
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 14
5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 18
6 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 21
7 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 24
7.1 Starting the device........................................................................................................................... 24
7.2 Main menu.......................................................................................................................................... 25
7.3 Settings menu................................................................................................................................... 33
7.4 Gobos................................................................................................................................................... 37
7.5 Functions in 6 channel DMX mode........................................................................................... 38
7.6 Functions in 11 channel DMX mode......................................................................................... 41
8 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 48
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9 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 49
10 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 50
11 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 51
12 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
General notes
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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.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in minor 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.
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – hot surface.
Warning – suspended load.
Warning – danger zone.
General notes
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used as moving-head spotlight. 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.
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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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.
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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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 burns
The surface of the device can become very hot during operation.
Do not touch the device with bare hands during operation, and after switching
off wait for at least 15 minutes.
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CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to movements of the device
The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright
light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the device, when the device
operates in automatic mode or under remote control and when you turn off a
DMX controller that is connected to the device. Persons staying near the device
could be injured or frightened.
Before you turn on the device and during the operation, always ensure that
nobody stays close to the device. If work has to be performed in the area of move‐
ment or in the near vicinity of the device, it must remain turned off.
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
This Moving Head is specially suited for professional lighting, e.g. at events, on rock stages, in
theatres, musicals or discos.
Special features of the device:
nTwo moving axes with 8 or 16 bit resolution:
– Tilt (270 °)
– Pan (540 °)
nControl via DMX (six or eleven channels) as well as via buttons and display on the unit
nPreprogrammed automatic shows
nSound control
nMaster / slave mode
nColour wheel with white, seven full colours and rainbow effect
nGobo wheel with seven gobos
nElectronic dimmer
nShutter frequency: 0…10 Hz
Features
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4 Installation
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 by falling off
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.
The carrying capacity of the truss or other mounting must be sufficient for the
intended number of devices. Note that the movement of the head may addition‐
ally stress the load-bearing structures.
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CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to movements of the device
The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright
light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the device, when the device
operates in automatic mode or under remote control and when you turn off a
DMX controller that is connected to the device. Persons staying near the device
could be injured or frightened.
Before you turn on the device and during the operation, always ensure that
nobody stays close to the device. If work has to be performed in the area of move‐
ment or in the near vicinity of the device, it must remain turned off.
NOTICE!
Risk of overheating
Always ensure sufficient ventilation.
The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F).
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NOTICE!
Possible damage caused by movements of the device
Always ensure that enough space is free around the device for the movements of
the head (pan, tilt).
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‐
fiers.
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You can install the device on the wall, the ceiling or on the floor.
Use the threads on the bottom panel for secure attachment of a mounting bracket or truss
clamps, as shown in the following figure.
A Threads for mounting bracket or truss clamps
Installation options
Installation
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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 device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX
device. Connect the output of the first 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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If the device and the DMX controller are in operation, the DMX indicator shows an incoming
DMX signal at the input.
When you configure a group of devices in master/slave mode, the first unit will control the
other units for an automatic, sound-activated, synchronized show. This function is ideal when
you want to start a show immediately. Connect the DMX output of the master device to the
DMX input of the first slave device. Then connect the DMX output of the first slave device to
the DMX input of the second slave device and so on.
DMX indicator
Connections in master/slave
mode
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