thomann LED Foot 8 DMX User manual

LED Foot 8 DMX
DMX-controller
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
06.10.2014, ID: 332335

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 9
2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 10
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 13
4 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 14
5 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 15
6 Basics............................................................................................................................................................. 25
7 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 29
7.1 Channel assignment....................................................................................................................... 29
7.2 Scenes.................................................................................................................................................. 31
7.3 Chasers................................................................................................................................................. 34
7.4 Dimmer................................................................................................................................................ 41
7.5 Sound control, Auto mode........................................................................................................... 41
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7.6 MIDI control........................................................................................................................................ 43
8 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 44
9 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 45
10 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 47
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1 General information
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’.
Letterings
Displays
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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 off the device.
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 8.
Instructions
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.
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 device is used to control DMX-controlled LED spotlights. 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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NOTICE!
External power supply
The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the
external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the
voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur‐
rent circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos‐
sibly the user.
Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the
device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or
fire.
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.
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3 Features
Special features of the device:
nControls up to 8 LED spotlights via DMX
n16 scenes and 16 chasers programmable
nQuick setting of colour effects via rotary controls
nOperating modes:
– manual
– auto
– sound-controlled
nMIDI-capable
nFloor device, all functions foot-controllable
nRugged design, ideal for stage use
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4 Starting up
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.
Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high-
quality cables for all connections.
The device is designed for floor use. Position the unit on a flat, non-slip surface, use a non-slip
pad if necessary.
Connect the included 9V power supply unit to the power supply input of the unit and then
plug the power cord plug into the wall outlet.
When all cable connections are made, turn on the device with the main switch on the rear
panel. The display briefly shows ‘Load’ , the unit is instantly operational.
Installing the device
Connecting the PSU
Turning the unit on
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5 Connections and operating elements
Top view
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1 Button group [Fixture]
Buttons 1 to 8 to select the control channels. The corresponding indicator LED shows whether the respective channel
is switched (LED on) or deactivated (LED off).
2 Operating panel
See detailed view ‘Operating panel’ ( Ä ‘Operating panel’ on page 18).
3 Colour control
See detailed view ‘Colour control’ ( Ä ‘Colour control’ on page 21).
4[Music/Auto | Blackout]
Foot switch to switch between the operating modes ‘Music’, ‘Auto’ and ‘Blackout’.
5[Function | OFF]
Foot switch to end the current scene or chaser.
6[Down]
Foot switch for switching to the next scene or chaser in the device memory.
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7[Up]
Foot switch for switching to the previous scene or chaser in the device memory.
8[Scene Chase | Dimmer]
Foot switch to switch between the operating modes ‘Scene’, ‘Chase’ and ‘Dimmer’.
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9 Display.
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Button for programming scenes or chasers, increases the displayed value by one.
Operating panel
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Button for programming scenes or chasers, decreases the displayed value by one.
12 [Music]
Indicator LED. This LED lights permanently in ‘Music’ mode.
13 [Auto]
Indicator LED. This LED lights permanently in ‘Auto’ mode.
14 [Blackout]
Indicator LED. This LED lights permanently in ‘Auto’ mode.
15 [Del]
Button to delete programmed scenes, single steps or entire chases.
16 [Patch | Insert]
Button to assign channels and to insert single steps into chasers. The corresponding indicator LED lights permanently
once the mode is enabled.
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17 [Mode]
Button to switch between the operating modes ‘Scene’ and ‘Chase’ in programming mode. The corresponding indi‐
cator LED lights permanently once the mode is enabled.
18 [Program | Record]
Button to switch to programming mode The corresponding indicator LED lights permanently once the mode is ena‐
bled.
19 [Dimmer]
Indicator LED. This LED lights permanently in ‘Dimmer’ mode.
20 [Chase]
Indicator LED. This LED lights permanently in ‘Chase’ mode and during chaser programming.
21 [Scene]
Indicator LED. This LED lights permanently in ‘Scene’ mode and during scene programming.
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