Slim Dimmer Plus Manual
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1. C clamp may be attached to the dimmer for hanging using a thread adapter and the 14 20 threaded insert in the case of the dimmer Lex accessory kit 04 160 A11 includes the C clamp ad the thread adapter The 4 20 threaded insert can also accommodate a variety of alternate photographic and motion picture mounting or hanging products Additional thread adapters are available from Lex Products Safety Cable If the dimmer is suspended overhead or is otherwise located where injury could result should the product fall a safety cable not included must be used The dimmer is equipped with two holes on the face of the enclosure through which a safety cable may be threaded Secure the safety cable to a suitable fixed structure such as around the pipe to which the dimmer is clamped The control panel will be operational once main power is present to the dimmer The dimmer s operator interface consists of a three digit LED display three momentary pushbuttons and four LED indicators to report the set up operating mode selected Modes are Manual Non Dim DMX and Pre heat Mode Selection To select a mode press the pushbutton labeled Mode The LED indicators left of the display will incrementally illuminate to indicate the mode selected Press the button again to step to another Mode Manual The Manual mode allows the unit to be used as a self controlled dimmer When the Man LED is illuminated use the 5and 6pushbuttons to raise an2. is a pre heat level assigned in memory To remove this level visit pre heat mode once again and use the decrease button to set the pre heat level to 0
3. 84 www lexproducts com info lexproducts com Copyright Lex Products 2012 LEX We Deliver the Power 800 643 4460 203 363 3738 203 363 3742 Fax Lex West 11847 Sheldon St Sun Valley CA 91352 818 768 4474 818 768 4040 Fax Produced in the United States of America All Rights Reserved Lex Products logo and lexproducts com are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lex Products in the United States other countries or both LM SLIMDIMMERO000 The Slim Dimmer Plus 1 8kW dimmer is a unique portable dimming solution that can be used individually or as a part of a complete dimming system It is perfect for film television studios location shoots or anywhere you need just one dimmer or just one more dimmer Unpacking and Inspection Before you begin your installation check the shipment carefully to confirm it arrived complete and undamaged 1 Check the contents against the packing list to ensure the device is the correct model 2 Check the unit for loose or broken components which might have resulted from shipping 3 Inspect for signs of damage to wiring devices or circuit breakers If there is any damage to the Slim Dimmer Plus contact Lex Products Technical Services toll free at 855 539 1002 or email support lexproducts com Slim Dimmer Components Typical Safety Notice The Slim Dimmer Plus is built and tested with safety as a primary consideration but all electrical equipment must be used with care Observ
4. Operation Lighting Control Solutions c US LISTED TYPE 1 Indoor Manual For local operation the on board fader can be used to control the dimmer Use the Mode button to put the dimmer in Manual mode Confirm that the red MAN LED is illuminated Use the fader or the 5 and 6 buttons to set the desired output level Note that in manual mode the dimmer will ignore any DMX512 signal that may be present We Deliver the Power DMX For remote operation use the Mode button to put the dimmer into Non dim or DMX mode Set the correct DMX start address as outlined in Mode selection above The display will show the DMX address that the dimmer will respond to Use a DMX control console to operate the dimmer remotely Note that the Slim Dimmer Plus is equipped with a power fail memory When the dimmer is powered up it will return to the last mode of operation and will retain previously programmed information Troubleshooting If the dimmer does not operate as expected check the power source and check all cables and connectors Be sure the push to reset breaker is on pushed in Confirm that the controlled load operates from a constant power supply and make sure that if a console is being used that it is sending valid DMX512 data LEX We Deliver the Power Slim Dimmer Plus User Manual Control indicators do not illuminate Check to be sure that the power is being supplied to the dimmer The up and down buttons do not raise an
5. d lower the lighting level Make sure the dimmer is in Manual mode press and hold the Mode button until the Manual LED illuminates Dimmer does not respond to remote DMX512 input Check all control cabling and check that DMX LED is illuminated to indicate presence of control signal Make sure that dimmer is in DMX or Non dim mode press and hold Mode button until one of these LEDs illuminate Connected load switches on and off instead of dimming Check to see if Non dim mode is activated Press and hold Mode button until the red Non dim LED illuminates If a DMX512 address is displayed Non dim mode is active To deactivate Non dim mode press the 6 pushbutton The display should go blank to indicate a return to dimming operation The dimmer does not respond to 5 Mode or 6 buttons Reset the electronics by unplugging the dimmer from the supply and then reconnecting it Connected load is ghosting and will not shut off A pre heat level has been set and is retained in memory Press the Mode button until the red pre heat LED illuminates and use the 6 button to turn the non dim OFF If the load remains on contact Lex Products Support or your dealer for repair Technical Support Lex Products is available to help answer any product related inquiries For any questions or technical advice please call Technical Services at 855 LEX 1002 855 539 1002 or email support lexproducts com Lex Products Corporation 15 Progress Drive Shelton CT 064
6. d lower the lighting to the desired level from 0 to 100 output A slider is also provided to set a desired output level The output level will be reported on the display over riding any pre set push button level To increment by 1 use push buttons highest takes priority DMX The DMX mode allows the dimmer to be operated remotely using DMX512 data protocol When the red DMX LED is illuminated use the 5 and 6 pushbuttons to assign a DMX512 address from 001 to 512 The address will be displayed and held in memory until changed The dimmer s output will be a square law dimming curve proportional to the DMX512 control signal being received If the control signal is removed or interrupted the dimmer will hold the last level received status quo until the control signal is restored or until power is reset The green DMX data LED will illuminate with the presence of data at the input connectors Pre heat The Pre heat mode allows the user to warm the filament of an incandescent lamp by providing a small AC voltage from the dimmer output The level for this mode may be set to a value of 0 25 of the input line voltage When the red Pre heat LED is illuminated use the 5 and 6 pushbuttons to assign the desired pre heat level Then return the dimmer to Manual DMX or Non dim mode for operation The pre heat level will remain at the programmed level unless changed by the operator The pre heat LED will remain illuminated to remind you there
7. e all normal precautions when operating this dimmer e Review all instructions before use and save for future reference e This product must be properly grounded e This product is for use in dry locations only e Unplug dimmer from power before servicing e Do not modify dimmer or housing in any manner The Slim Dimmer Plus is rated for 1 800 watts at 120VAC It is equipped with a 15A U ground pigtail for power input and is protected by a 15A push to reset breaker Line Connect the Slim Dimmer Plus plug to a 120VAC 60Hz power source If the breaker trips check the power source and cables being used before resetting Do not power the unit from a dimmed circuit Load The Slim Dimmer Plus portable dimmers can control incandescent loads To prolong lamp life set the control output to zero or a pre heat level before connecting the load Plug load s up to the capacity of the dimmer into the power output receptacle using properly grounded and appropriately rated cables Control For control using DMX512 data protocol plug control cables constructed for this use into the 5 pin XLR connectors labeled DMX512 In and DMX512 Thru if cable run continues beyond this unit The input is terminated 120 ohms between pins 2 and 3 so no additional termination is needed if the dimmer is the last device on the data line The green LED on the control panel labeled DMX Data will illuminate when control data is present Hanging If desired a
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