thomann PAR 56 User manual

PAR 56 PAR 64
LED PAR
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
05.02.2013

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 8
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 12
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 13
5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 16
6 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 18
7 Operation.................................................................................................................................................... 20
7.1 Starting up the device.................................................................................................................... 20
7.2 Sound-to-light................................................................................................................................... 20
7.3 RGB colour mixing........................................................................................................................... 21
7.4 Manual mode..................................................................................................................................... 22
7.5 DMX mode.......................................................................................................................................... 23
8 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 25
9 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 28
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10 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 30
11 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 31
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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 – suspended load.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used as an electronic illumination effect using LED technics. 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 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 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.
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!
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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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 LED PAR is particularly suitable for professional lighting applications, e.g. at events, on
rock stages, in theatres and musicals or TV productions. It is characterized by a low power con‐
sumption and long life span.
Special features of this device:
nLEDs in three primary colours (RGB)
nControl via DMX or DIP switches on the unit
nPreprogrammed automatic shows
nSound control
nRobust metal housing
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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 and the necessary
screws are included in the package.
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).
NOTICE!
Use of stands
When mounting the device onto a stand, ensure that the stand is in a safe and
stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum
permissible load capacity of the stand.
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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.
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.
1 Ground, shielding
2 DMX data (–)
3 DMX data (+)
DMX connections
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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.
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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
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6 Connections and operating elements
Rear panel
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1 Mains cable.
2 Bracket for hanging or setting up.
3 Locking screw for the bracket.
4DMX IN
DMX input.
5DMX OUT
DMX output.
6SPEED
For manual speed adjustment.
7 DIP switch to set various functions depending on the respective operating mode.
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7 Operation
7.1 Starting up the device
Connect the unit to the power grid to start operation. After a few seconds the unit is ready for
use.
7.2 Sound-to-light
Set DIP switch 12 to ‘ON’ (upper position). The unit is now controlled by the beat of the music.
With each pulse of the music the device will switch to a different colour. You can adjust the
sensitivity for this operating mode using the ‘Sensitive’ control.
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