thomann Stageworx BLS-300 HD User manual

BLS-300 HD
speaker / light stand
User manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
20.10.2020, ID: 406655

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 7
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 9
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 13
4 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 14
5 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 19
6 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 21
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1 General information
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the product. 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 product. If you sell the unit, please make
sure that the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐
fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the
user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
General information
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to nd 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.
General information
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is
indented and highlighted by an arrow.
Example:
1. Switch on the device.
2. Press [Auto].
ðAutomatic operation is started.
3. Switch o the device.
1.3 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 manual.
Instructions
General information
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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.
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 – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This speaker / light stand is used for stable xing and height-adjustable installation of loud‐
speaker cabinets and lights. Use the product 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 product 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
product only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
Intended use
Safety instructions
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DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of and are not in
the 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 product. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children play unattended with the product.
CAUTION!
Danger of tipping when transported under load
If the stand is moved without having removed the installed device, the stand may
tip over and cause injuries and property damage.
Remove the installed device before transporting the stand.
Safety
Safety instructions
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CAUTION!
Danger of tipping on unsuitable surfaces
When the speaker stand is installed on soft or uneven ground, the stand may tip
over and cause injuries and property damage.
Install the stand only on even and solid surfaces.
CAUTION!
Danger of tipping due to overload
In case of overload, the stand may tip over and cause injuries and property
damage.
Never exceed the maximum load capacity specied for the stand.
Safety instructions
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NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react
with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC oor and after some
time cause permanent dark stains.
In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the oor, but use felt-pad
oor protectors or a carpet.
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3 Features
Professional speaker and light stand
nMaterial: Steel / magnesium compound
nIndividually reinforced legs for high stability
nHeight: 195 to 300 cm
nStand space diameter 140 cm
nPipe diameter: 35 mm
nincluding T truss (width: 150 cm)
nPipe diameter T truss: 35 mm
nSuitable for xing 36 mm speaker ange
nCentric load capacity up to 80 kg
Features
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4 Operating
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the product. 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.
CAUTION!
Danger of tipping when transported under load
If the stand is moved without having removed the installed device, the stand may
tip over and cause injuries and property damage.
Remove the installed device before transporting the stand.
Operating
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CAUTION!
Danger of tipping on unsuitable surfaces
When the speaker stand is installed on soft or uneven ground, the stand may tip
over and cause injuries and property damage.
Install the stand only on even and solid surfaces.
CAUTION!
Danger of tipping due to overload
In case of overload, the stand may tip over and cause injuries and property
damage.
Never exceed the maximum load capacity specied for the stand.
Operating
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NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react
with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC oor and after some
time cause permanent dark stains.
In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the oor, but use felt-pad
oor protectors or a carpet.
Comply with regulations
When installing and operating, make sure to follow the standards and regulations
that apply in your country.
Operating
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1. Unfold the feet of the stand until the cross braces are in a horizontal position.
2. Fix this position with the safety screw on the slider to which the three feet are attached.
3. Put the mounting of the T truss on the extension tube and x the T truss with the safety
screw on the extension tube.
4. Pull out the safety pin and loosen the safety screw on the extension tube.
5. Pull out the extension tube to the desired height and slide the safety pin through the
corresponding grid hole.
6. Fix the position of the extension tube with the safety screw on the tube clamp.
7. Mount a spotlight or a speaker box. If necessary, screw the optionally available adapter
to the T truss. Observe the instructions of the respective manufacturers. The maximum
load capacity of 80 kg in total must not be exceeded.
Setting up
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1. Remove spotlight or speaker box.
2. Pull out the safety pin on the extension tube.
3. Loosen the safety screw on the tube clamp and slide the extension tube all the way
down.
4. Tighten the safety screw on the tube clamp.
5. Loosen the safety screw of the T truss and detach the T truss.
6. If necessary, take o the adapter of the T truss.
7. Loosen the safety screw on the slider to which the three feet are attached.
8. Fold up the feet of the stand.
9. Pack all parts of the system in their original package, as possible, and store the package
in a dry place protected against moisture.
Dismounting
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5 Technical specications
Height, max. 3.00 m
Adjustable stand height 1.95 m … 3.00 m
Floor space Æ1.40 m
Stand tube diameter Æ35 mm
Pipe diameter T truss Æ35 mm
Mounting options Flange, Æ36 mm
Max. load capacity 80 kg
Transport dimensions (W × H × D),
in original package
205 mm × 1610 mm × 175 mm
Weight 11.2 kg
Colour Black
Technical specications
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Stand type Lighting stand
Incl. truss beam Yes
Crank No
Further information
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