thomann StairVille LED Matrix Blinder 5x5 DMX User manual

LED Matrix Blinder
5x5 DMX
blinder
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
05.02.2015, ID: 278014 (V3)

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 8
2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 10
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 14
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 15
5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 18
6 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 21
7 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 27
7.1 Starting the device........................................................................................................................... 27
7.2 Main menu.......................................................................................................................................... 27
7.3 Menu overview................................................................................................................................. 32
7.4 Functions in 1-channel DMX mode........................................................................................... 33
7.5 Functions in 4-channel DMX mode........................................................................................... 34
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7.6 Functions in 26-channel DMX mode........................................................................................ 35
7.7 Functions in 28-channel DMX mode........................................................................................ 36
7.8 Temperature monitoring.............................................................................................................. 40
8 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 42
9 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 43
10 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 44
11 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 46
12 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 47
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1 General notes
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to find 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.
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
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’.
References to other locations in this manual are identified by an arrow and the specified page
number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-reference to jump to
the specified location.
Example: See Ä ‘Cross-references’ on page 7.
Letterings
Displays
Cross-references
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1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will find 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.
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
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 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.
Do not use the device if covers, protectors 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 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.
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 blinder is particularly suitable for lighting applications in clubs and discotheques, on
rock stages, in theatres and musicals.
Special features of the device:
n25 warm white LEDs (3 W each), arranged in a 5×5 matrix
nControl via DMX (four different modes) and via buttons and display on the unit
n26 preprogrammed automatic shows
nLED matrix allows the display of letters and numbers
nSound control
nFour master / slave modes for up to four interconnected devices that are controlled as one
common large LED matrix
nRugged metal housing with M6 thread holes for easy and stable interconnection of several
units.
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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.
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 input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli‐
fiers.
You can install the device standing or hanging upside down. When in use, the device must be
mounted at a solid surface or clamped to an approved truss. Use the brackets provided for
mounting.
Mounting options
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Always work from a stable platform whenever installing, moving or servicing the unit. Block
access under the work area.
The safety cable must be routed through this safety eyelet ( Ä Chapter 6 ‘Connections and con‐
trols’ on page 21).
Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer.
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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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If the unit is properly connected to a turned on DMX controller, the first position of the display
is flashing in DMX mode. If not, the device is not receiving a valid DMX signal.
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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