thomann Varytec Easy Move XS HP Wash 7x8W RGBW User manual

Easy Move XS HP Wash 7x8W RGBW
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User Manual

Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Internet: www.thomann.de
25.07.2023, ID: 301511 (V4)

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 6
1.1 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 6
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 9
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 13
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 14
5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 17
6 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 19
7 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 21
7.1 Starting the device........................................................................................................................... 21
7.2 Operating modes............................................................................................................................. 22
7.3 Device settings.................................................................................................................................. 24
7.4 Menu overview................................................................................................................................. 27
7.5 Functions in 8-channel DMX mode........................................................................................... 28
7.6 Functions in 13-channel DMX mode........................................................................................ 29
8 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 32
9 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 34
10 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 35
11 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 37
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12 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 38
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1 General information
This document contains important instructions for the safe operation of the product. Read and
follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the document for future refer‐
ence. Make sure that it is available to all those using the product. If you sell the product to
another user, be sure that they also receive this document.
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous development. They
are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documentation, which
is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
1.1 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this document.
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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 pos‐
sible 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 pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in minor 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.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – dangerous optical radiation.
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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 for use as a freely moving multifunctional spotlight. The device is
designed for professional use and is not suitable for use in households. Use the device only as
described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐
ered 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 sucient 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.
Extend the operating life of the device by regular breaks and by avoiding frequent
switching on and o. The device is not suitable for continuous operation.
Safety
DANGER!
Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!
Children can suocate on packaging material and small parts. Children can injure themselves when handling the device. Never allow
children to play with the packaging material and the device. Always store packaging material out of the reach of babies and small
children. Always dispose of packaging material properly when it is not in use. Never allow children to use the device without supervi‐
sion. Keep small parts away from children and make sure that the device does not shed any small parts (such knobs) that children
could play with.
Intended use
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DANGER!
Danger to life due to electric current!
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 when covers, safety equipment or optical components are missing or damaged.
DANGER!
Danger to life due to electric current!
A short circuit could lead to a re hazard and risk of death. Always use proper ready-made insulated triple-core mains cable with a
safety plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. In case of isolation damage, disconnect immediately the power supply and
arrange repair. If in doubt, seek advice from a qualied electrician.
WARNING!
Risk of eye damage caused by high light intensity!
The device generates highly intense light radiation. Looking directly into the light source can damage the eyes. Never look directly
into the light source.
WARNING!
Risk of epileptic t due to ashing lights!
The device emits ashing lights (strobe eects). Flashing lights can trigger epileptic ts in specic people. If you are at risk of epi‐
lepsy, avoid spending longer periods of time subjected to ashing lights and looking into strobing light.
WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling due to unsuitable trusses and other xtures!
If trusses or other xtures are not designed for the weight of the intended number of moving heads, falling can cause severe injury
and considerable damage. Before mounting, ensure that the load capacity of trusses and other xtures is sucient for the intended
number of devices. Take into account any additional load that aects the load bearing parts due to the movement of the head.
When installing and operating, make sure to follow the standards and regulations that apply in your country. Always secure devices
with a secondary safety attachment, such as a safety cable or a safety chain.
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CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to unexpected movements of the device!
The device head may perform fast movements and generate very bright light. This is the case immediately after the device is
switched on, in automatic or remote operation, and when a connected DMX controller is switched o. Persons who are in the imme‐
diate vicinity of the device may be injured or frightened by this. Make sure that there are no obstacles within the movement range of
the mirror, and that no persons are in the immediate vicinity of the head before switching it on and during its operation. Switch o
the device before any work is performed in the movement range or immediate vicinity of the device, or if unauthorised persons are
in that area.
NOTICE!
Risk of re due to covered vents and neighbouring heat sources!
If the vents of the device are covered or the device is operated in the immediate vicinity of other heat sources, the device can over‐
heat and burst into ames. Never cover the device or the vents. Do not install the device in the immediate vicinity of other heat
sources. Never operate the device in the immediate vicinity of naked ames.
NOTICE!
Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions!
The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient conditions. Only operate the device indoors within the ambient
conditions specied in the “Technical specications” chapter of this user manual. Avoid operating it in environments with direct sun‐
light, heavy dirt and strong vibrations. Avoid operating it in environments with strong temperature uctuations. If temperature uc‐
tuations cannot be avoided (for example after transport in low outside temperatures), do not switch on the device immediately.
Never subject the device to liquids or moisture. Never move the device to another location while it is in operation. In environments
with increased dirt levels (for example due to dust, smoke, nicotine or mist): Have the device cleaned by qualied specialists at reg‐
ular intervals to prevent damage due to overheating and other malfunctions.
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NOTICE!
Damage to the device due to high voltages!
The device can be damaged if it is operated with the incorrect voltage or if high voltage peaks occur. In the worst case, excess vol‐
tages can also cause a risk of injury and res. Make sure that the voltage specication on the device matches the local power grid
before plugging in the device. Only operate the device from professionally installed mains sockets that are protected by a residual
current circuit breaker (FI). As a precaution, disconnect the device from the power grid when storms are approaching or it the device
will not be used for a longer period.
NOTICE!
Possible staining due to plasticiser in rubber feet!
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may react with the coating of the oor and cause permanent dark stains
after some time. If necessary, use a suitable mat or felt slide to prevent direct contact between the device’s rubber feet and the oor.
NOTICE!
Risk of overheating and re due to inadequate distance and bad ventilation!
If the distance between the light source and the illuminated surface is too short or the device is badly ventilated, the device can
overheat and cause res. Make sure that illuminated surfaces are more than 2 m away. Do not operate the device in ambient temper‐
atures above 40 °C. Always ensure sucient ventilation at the operating location.
NOTICE!
Risk of re due to installation of a wrong fuse!
Using fuses of a dierent type than compatible with the device may cause a re and seriously damage the device. Only use fuses of
the same type. Observe the labelling on the device casing and the information in the "Technical data” chapter.
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3 Features
Compact and powerful moving head for small venues and mobile use.
Special features of the device:
n7 × RGBW LEDs (each 8 W)
nControl via DMX (8 or 13 channels) as well as buttons and display on the device
nAuto mode with eight preprogrammed show programmes
nSound control with eight preprogrammed show programmes
nMaster/slave mode
nStrobe eect
nMovement resolution 8 bit or 16 bit
For technological reasons, the light output of LEDs decreases over their lifetime. This eect
increases with higher operating temperature. You can extend the service life of the illuminants
by providing adequate ventilation and operating the LEDs with the lowest possible brightness.
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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 product against vibration, dust and moisture during
transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable
for transport or storage, respectively.
Lift the device only at the base. When lifted at the rotatable mounting, the device may be dam‐
aged.
You can install the device standing or hanging. When in use, the device must be mounted at a
solid surface or clamped to an approved truss.
Work from a stable platform whenever you install or move the device or when you perform
any kind of maintenance. Block access under the work area.
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WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling due to unsuitable trusses and other xtures!
If trusses or other xtures are not designed for the weight of the intended
number of moving heads, falling can cause severe injury and considerable
damage.
Before mounting, ensure that the load capacity of trusses and other xtures is suf‐
cient for the intended number of devices. Take into account any additional load
that aects the load bearing parts due to the movement of the head.
When installing and operating, make sure to follow the standards and regulations
that apply in your country.
Always secure devices with a secondary safety attachment, such as a safety cable
or a safety chain.
NOTICE!
Risk of overheating and re due to inadequate distance and bad ventilation!
If the distance between the light source and the illuminated surface is too short or
the device is badly ventilated, the device can overheat and cause res.
Make sure that illuminated surfaces are more than 2 m away.
Do not operate the device in ambient temperatures above 40 °C.
Always ensure sucient ventilation at the operating location.
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NOTICE!
Data transfer errors due to improper wiring!
If the DMX connections are wired incorrectly, this can cause errors during the data
transfer.
Do not connect the DMX input and output to audio devices, e.g. mixers or ampli‐
ers.
Use special DMX cables for the wiring instead of normal microphone cables.
Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer.
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5 Starting up
Create all connections while the device is o. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.
Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX
device. Connect the output of the rst 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).
The ashing ‘DMX’ LED indicates an incoming DMX signal.
Connections in DMX mode
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When you congure a group of devices in master/slave mode, the rst 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 rst slave device. Then connect the DMX output of the rst slave device to
the DMX input of the second slave device and so on.
Connections in master/slave
mode
Starting up
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6 Connections and controls
MODE/ESC UP DOWN ENTER
EASY MOVE
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DMX SIGNAL
POWER/FUSE
INPUT OUTPUT
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1 Spotlight head with LEDs
2 Display with function buttons
[MODE/ESC] | activates the main menu and toggles between menu items. Closes an opened sub menu.
[UP] | increases the displayed value by one.
[DOWN] | decreases the displayed value by one.
[ENTER] | selects an option of the respective operating mode.
3[POWER/FUSE] | IEC chassis plug for power supply with fuse holder.
4[INPUT] | DMX input, designed as XLR panel plug, 3-pin
5[OUTPUT] | DMX output, designed as XLR panel socket, 3-pin
Connections and controls
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