thomann Stage TRI LED Bundle Complete User manual

Stage TRI LED Bundle
Complete
LED lighting set
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
08.01.2013

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 8
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 13
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 14
5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 19
6 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 22
7 Operation.................................................................................................................................................... 27
7.1 Starting up the device.................................................................................................................... 27
7.2 Main menu.......................................................................................................................................... 27
7.3 Menu overview................................................................................................................................. 34
7.4 Functions in 2-channel DMX mode (d.-P5)............................................................................. 37
7.5 Functions in 3-channel DMX mode (d.-P1)............................................................................. 39
7.6 Functions in 4-channel DMX mode (d.-P2)............................................................................. 40
7.7 Functions in 7-channel DMX mode (d.-P7)............................................................................. 40
7.8 Functions in 8-channel DMX mode (d.-P3) ............................................................................ 43
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7.9 Functions in 14-channel DMX mode (d.-P4).......................................................................... 44
7.10 Functions in 15-channel DMX mode (d.-P6)........................................................................ 46
7.11 Functions of foot switch.............................................................................................................. 47
8 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 49
9 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 50
10 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 51
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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 to other users, be sure
that they also receive this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the
right to make changes without notice.
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This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user 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 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.
Symbols and signal words
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – hot surface.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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 LED lighting set is specially suited for professional lighting tasks, e.g. at events, on rock
stages, in theatres and musicals. It is characterized by low power consumption and long life
span.
Special features of this device:
n4 LED spots with each 7 tri-colour LEDs
nControl via DMX (7 different modes), via buttons and display on the unit and via foot
switch
n14 preprogrammed automatic shows
nSound control
nMaster / slave mode
nAdditionally, a T-bar, a foot switching unit and a transportation bag is included in the
scope of delivery
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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.
NOTICE!
Risk of overheating
Always ensure sufficient ventilation.
The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F).
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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.
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.
DMX connections
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1 Ground, shielding
2 DMX data (–)
3 DMX data (+)
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The four spots (1 … 4, from left to right) are pre-installed on the T-bar. You just have to
assemble the tripod and connect the foot switching unit.
A Locking screws for fixing the height and angle of inclination.
B Locking screw for fixing the spots on the T-bar and the horizontal alignment
(beam direction).
Pre-installed spots
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C Electrical connection of the spots on the T-bar (pre-installed).
D 1/4" phone socket for connecting the foot switching unit.
The cable with the phone socket is pre-assembled to the foot switching unit.
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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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