12 Channel DMX Controller
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1. MODE BUTTON FUNC BUTTON RGB CONTROL LEDs DOWN BUTTON UP BUTTON DISPLAY OORUN Specifiactions Operation I i i F ti WDE t Connections FUSE F 4JA 230 V OWER IN AC P 100 240 V 50 60 Hz LIGHT 12 LIGHT 10 LIGHT 8 LIGHT 6 LIGHT 4 LIGHT 2 6 DMX OUTPUT SOCKET 7 DMX INPUT SOCKET 8 LOAD OUTPUTS 9 FUSE 10 POWER SUPPLY 11 POWER ON OFF INSTALLATION Install the device on a plane surface or mount it on a wall or trussing system Wall mounting Before attaching the device make sure that the installation area can hold a minimum point load of 10 times the device s weight The device must only be installed absolutely planar at a vibration free oscillation free and fire resistant location Make sure that the device is installed absolutely planar by using a water level The device must be installed out of the reach of people The device must always be installed via all fixation holes Do only use appropriate screws and make sure that the screws are properly connected with the ground The durability of the installation depends very much on the material used at the installation area building material such as wood concrete gas concrete brick etc This is why the fixing material must be chosen to suit the wall material Always ask a specialist for the correct plug screw combination indicating the maximum load and the building material Procedure2. Step 1 On the base plate there are the holes for the installation Step 2 Hold the base plate onto the location where the device is to be installed Step 3 Mark the boreholes with a pen or a suitable tool Step 4 Drill the holes Step 5 Hold the base plate in the desired position and tighten it DANGER TO LIFE Before taking into operation for the first time the installation has to be approved by an expert Overhead rigging on a trussing system DANGER TO LIFE Please consider the EN 60598 2 17and the respective national norms during the installation The installation must only be carried out by an authorized dealer The installation of the device has to be built and constructed in a way that it can hold 10 times the weight for 1 hour without any harming deformation The installation must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment e g an appropriate catch net This secondary safety attachment must be constructed in a way that no part of the installation can fall down if the main attachment fails When rigging derigging or servicing the device staying in the area below the installation place on bridges under high working places and other endangered areas is forbidden The operator has to make sure that safety relating and machine technical installations are approved by an expert before taking into operation for the first time and after changes before taking into operation another time The operator has to m
3. 13 G D z D e d ji orig Light 11 Light 9 Light 7 z 5 Light 3 Light 1 Light 12 Light 10 Light 8 Light 6 Light 4 Light 2 49 channel mode Dimmer and 4 channels for each spot Strobe Red Green and Blue on or DN Ken Kou 9 CH 42 45 et37 26 29 N52 13 D Light 11 N 9 Light 7 Light 5 Nz 3 Light 1 CH 46 49 Light 12 Light 10 Light 8 Light 6 Light 4 Light 2 5 SLAVE MODE SLAVE MODE With this point of the menu you can activate the slave mode CGA lt 2 L MODE SETUP UP DOWN 6 SOUND MODE Sound controlled mode SOUNE With this point of the menu you can activate the slave mode Viabuttons SENSITIVITY 00 UP DOWN you can define the input level between 0 and 31 CO CO OO MODE SET UP UP DOWN CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE DANGER TO LIFE Disconnect from mains before starting maintenance operation We recommend a frequent cleaning of the device Please use a soft lint free and moistened cloth Never use alcohol or solvents There are no serviceable parts inside the device except for the fuse Maintenance and service operations are only to be carried out by authorized dealers Replacing the fuse If the fine wire fuse of the device fuses only replace the fuse by a fuse of same type and rating Before replacing the fuse unplug mains lead Step 1 Open the fuse holder on the rear panel with a fitting screwdriver Step 2 Remove the old fuse from the fuse
4. can hold at least 12 times the weight of the fixture You must only use safety ropes with quick link with screw cap Pull the safety rope through the hole in the mounting bracket and over the trussing system or a safe fixation spot Insert the end in the quick link and tighten the safety screw The maximum drop distance must never exceed 20 cm A safety rope which already has held the strain of a crash or which is defective may not be used again Adjust the desired inclination angle via the mounting bracket and tighten the fixation screws DANGER TO LIFE Before taking into operation for the first time the installation has to be approved by an expert Connection with luminaries FUSE F 4 A 230 V POWER IN AC 100 240 V 50 60 Hz O NS A Y AZ O L Af a V 4 DMX OUT DMX IN LIGHT 10 LIGHT 2 og NN O O C O i O 100 240 V AC 50 60 Hz indu Wa ndjno XW Connect your loads to the 4 pin connection cables at the load outputs of the controller Connect the controller to the mains with the power plug With the POWER switch you can switch the controller on and off Attention The maximum length of the connection cable between load and controller may not exceed 50 m Outputs The output sockets are located on the rear panel Connect your loads to the connectors The maximum load per channel is 27 W Please note that t
5. holder Step 3 Install the new fuse in the fuse holder Step 4 Replace the fuse holder in the housing If the power supply cable of this device becomes damaged it has to be replaced by a special power supply cable available at your dealer Should you need any spare parts please use genuine parts TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 100 240 V AC 50 60 Hz 26 4 A 3 pin male XLR socket Accessory Please note Every information is subject to change without prior notice 30 05 2007
6. must never be operated or stockpiled in surroundings where splash water rain moisture or fog may harm the device Moisture or very high humidity can reduce the insulation and lead to mortal electrical shocks When using smoke machines make sure that the device is never exposed to the direct smoke jet and is installed in a distance of 0 5 meters between smoke machine and device The room must only be saturated with an amount of smoke that the visibility will always be more than 10 meters The ambient temperature must always be between 5 C and 45 C Keep away from direct insulation Particularly in cars and heaters The relative humidity must not exceed 50 with an ambient temperature of 45 C This device must only be operated in an altitude between 20 and 2000 m over NN The ambient contamination must never exceed level 1 and must not be conducting only dry Never use the device during thunderstorms Over voltage could destroy the device Always disconnect the device during thunderstorms Make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked when rigging derigging or servicing the fixture Never put any liquids on the device or close to it Should any liquid enter the device nevertheless disconnect from mains immediately Please let the device be checked by a qualified service technician before you operate it again Any damages caused by liquids having entered the device are not subject to warranty Operate the device onl
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8. USER MANUAL 12 Channel DMX Controller CAUTION Keep this device away from rain and moisture Unplug mains lead before opening the housing For your own safety please read this user manual carefully before you initially start up Every person involved with the installation operation and maintenance of this device has to be qualified follow the instructions of this manual consider this manual to be part of the total product keep this manual for the entire service life of the product pass this manual on to every further owner or user of the product download the latest version of the user manual from the Internet INTRODUCTION Thank you for having chosen a 12 Channel LED PSI 1 DMX Controller If you follow the instructions given in this manual we are sure that you will enjoy this device for a long period of time Unpack your 12 Channel DMX Controller SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Be careful with your operations With a dangerous voltage you can suffer a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires This device has left our premises in absolutely perfect condition In order to maintain this condition and to ensure a safe operation it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this user manual eS Important Damages caused by the disregard of this user manual are not subject to warranty The dealer Will not accept liability for any resulting defects
9. ake sure that safety relating and machine technical installations are approved by an expert after every four year in the course of an acceptance test The operator has to make sure that safety relating and machine technical installations are approved by a skilled person once a year Procedure The device should be installed outside areas where persons may walk by or be seated IMPORTANT OVERHEAD RIGGING REQUIRES EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE including but not limited to calculating working load limits installation material being used and periodic safety inspection of all installation material and the device If you lack these qualifications do not attempt the installation yourself but instead use a professional structural rigger Improper installation can result in bodily injury and or damage to property The device has to be installed out of the reach of people If the device shall be lowered from the ceiling or high joists professional trussing systems have to be used The device must never be fixed swinging freely in the room Caution Devices in hanging installations may cause severe injuries when crashing down If you have doubts concerning the safety of a possible installation do NOT install the device Before rigging make sure that the installation area can hold a minimum point load of 10 times the device s weight Mount the device to your trussing system using an appropriate clamp For overhead use always install a safety rope that
10. he female part in the device must never be strained There must always be sufficient cable to the device Otherwise the cable may be damaged which may lead to mortal damage Make sure that the power cord is never crimped or damaged by sharp edges Check the device and the power cord from time to time If extension cords are used make sure that the core diameter is sufficient for the required power consumption of the device All warnings concerning the power cords are also valid for possible extension cords Always disconnect from the mains when the device is not in use or before cleaning it Only handle the power cord by the plug Never pull out the plug by tugging the power cord Otherwise the cable or plug can be damaged leading to mortal electrical shock If the power plug or the power switch is not accessible the device must be disconnected via the mains If the power plug or the device is dusty the device must be taken out of operation disconnected and then be cleaned with a dry cloth Dust can reduce the insulation which may lead to mortal electrical shock More severe dirt in and at the device should only be removed by a specialist There must never enter any liquid into power outlets extension cords or any holes in the housing of the device If you suppose that also a minimal amount of liquid may have entered the device it must immediately be disconnected This is also valid if the device was exposed to high humidity Also if the dev
11. he maximum current must never be exceeded Master Slave operation The master slave operation enables that several devices can be synchronized and controlled by one master device On the side panel of the controller you can find an XLR jack DMX Out and an XLR plug DMX In which can be used for connecting several devices Choose the device which is to control the effects This device then works as master device and controls all other slave devices which are to be connected to the master device via a balanced microphone lead Connect the DMX OUT jack with the DMX IN plug of the next device DMX 512 control The wires must not come into contact with each other otherwise the devices will not work at all or will not work properly A N Please note the starting address depends upon which controller is being used A N Only use a stereo shielded cable and 3 pin XLR plugs and connectors in order to connect the controller with the device or one device with another Occupation of the XLR connection DMX output DMX input XLR mounting socket XLR mountina pluq 1 Ground 2 signal i my 3 Signal 1 Ground 2 Signal 3 Signal If you are using controllers with this occupation you can connect the DMX output of the controller directly with the DMX input of the first device in the DMxX chain If you wish to connect DMxX controllers with other XLR outputs you need to use adapter cables Building a serial DMX chai
12. ical installation The device must only be connected with an electric installation carried out in compliance with the IEC standards The electric installation must be equipped with a Residual Current Device RCD with a maximum fault current of 30 mA OPERATION After connecting the device to the mains the controller starts running This unit has two operating modes It can be run DMxX controlled or as a Stand Alone unit Start your LED Controller WELCOME TO USE appears on the LC display and the unit is carrying out a self test Navigate through the menu Press MODE to navigate through the 6 points of the main menu of the LED PSI 1 DMX 1 LIGHT QTY Luminaries quantity caren Under this point of the menu you can define the number of LED luminaries 01 connected to the LED PSI 1 DMX For an ideal performance always connect an even number of LED luminaries 4 6 8 10 and 12 to this controller co tp a MODE SETUP UP DOWN 2 01 14 Internal programs eee Under this point of the menu you can select one of 14 internal programs chasers Colored FS 000 A chaser is a sequence of different steps that will be called up one after another in a continuos loop The chaser speed SP and the strobe speed FS is also adjustable C gt lt O Use the button SET UP to jump from input value to input value and define the values MODE seTup UP DOWN with buttons UP DOWN 3 AUTO RUN Automatic Color Cha
13. ice is still running the device must be checked by a specialist if the liquid has reduced any insulation Reduced insulation can cause mortal electrical shock There must never be any objects entering into the device This is especially valid for metal parts If any metal parts like staples or coarse metal chips enter into the device the device must be taken out of operation and disconnected immediately Malfunction or short circuits caused by metal parts may cause mortal injuries The total weight of the installation total weight of all individual parts must never exceed the maximum load of the installation area If the device will be installed on a trussing system or be suspended it must always be secured with an appropriate safety rope Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are not subject to warranty Keep away children and amateurs OPERATING DETERMINATIONS This device is a lighting controller for controlling other devices like spots in discotheques on stages etc This product is allowed to be operated with an alternating current of 100 240 V 50 60 Hz and was designed for indoor use only Do not shake the device Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device When choosing the installation spot please make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme heat moisture or dust There should not be any cables lying around You endanger your own and the safety of others This device
14. n Connect the DMX output of the first device in the DMX chain with the DMX input of the next device Always connect one output with the input of the next device until all devices are connected Caution At the last device the DMX cable has to be terminated with a terminator Solder a 120 _ resistor between Signal and Signal into a 3 pin XLR plug and plug it in the DMX output of the last device Addressing the device The control board allows you to assign the DMX fixture address which is defined as the first channel from which the LED PSI 1 DMX will respond to the lighting controller IE To define the starting address you have to be in DMX mode Press MODE until AAEE the display indicates d001 In DMX mode the DMX LED indicator lights up 2 a WS Ge Set an address between 001 and 512 via the UP and DOWN buttons MODE SET UP UP DOWN Controlling After having addressed the LED PSI 1 DMX you may now start operating it via your lighting controller Connection with the mains DANGER TO LIFE The electric connection must only be carried out by a qualified electrician The occupation of the connection cables is as follows International Blue Neutral N Yellow Green Earth The earth has to be connected If the device will be directly connected with the local power supply network a disconnection switch with a minimum opening of 3 mm at every pole has to be included in the permanent electr
15. nge aT With this point of the menu you can activate the automatic color change In Auto FREQUENCY 001 Mode the chasers are called up automatically in a continuous loop The frequency of the loops can be defined via buttons UP DOWN between 001 and 100 Co Gs 2 MODE SET UP UP DOWN 4 DMX MODE DMX controlled mode Under this point of the menu you can define the DMX starting address and the DMX mode Setting DMX starting address Set a value between 001 and 512 via buttons UP DOWN DMX MODE DMX address 001 2 2 MODE SET UP UP DOWN Setting DMX mode DMX MODE Channel No 05 Press SET UP and select a value 5 9 13 17 25 and 49 via buttons UP DOWN w lt G2 tT MODE SET UP UP DOWN DMX protocol The DMX operating mode is defined via the first DMX channel If a DMX value between 251 and 255 is selected for the first DMX channel the following protocol applies to the device owm ee a o O DMX value Function No Function 0 10 0 10 Black Out 11 21 Red Green 251 255 Speed e No Function d 028a Set color j 0 255 220 230 2 color Flow2 o 231 255 Sound controlled a No Function No Function If a DMX value between 0 and 250 is selected for the first DMX channel the following protocol applies to the device 0 250 Dimmer 0 10 No func 0 100 0 255 Strobe 0 255 Red 0 255 Green 0 255 Blue po 5 channel mode Dimmer and 4 channels per spot
16. or problems If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation e g after transportation do not switch it on immediately The arising condensation water might damage your device Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature Please make sure that there are no obvious transport damages Should you notice any damages on the A C connection cable or on the casing do not take the device into operation and immediately consult your local dealer Please make sure that the device can always be disconnected from the mains This device falls under protection class The power plug must only be plugged into a protection class outlet The voltage and frequency must exactly be the same as stated on the device Wrong voltages or power outlets can lead to the destruction of the device and to mortal electrical shock Always plug in the power plug last The power plug must always be inserted without force Make sure that the plug is tightly connected with the outlet Never let the power cord come into contact with other cables Handle the power cord and all connections with the mains with particular caution Never touch them with wet hands as this could lead to mortal electrical shock Never modify bend strain mechanically put pressure on pull or heat up the power cord Never operate next to sources of heat or cold Disregard can lead to power cord damages fire or mortal electrical shock The cable insert or t
17. y after having become familiarized with its functions Do not permit operation by persons not qualified for operating the device Most damages are the result of unprofessional operation Please use the original packaging if the device is to be transported Inspection deadlines according to BGV A2 for electrical resources must be complied with Please consider that unauthorized modifications on the device are forbidden due to safety reasons Never remove the serial barcode from the device as this would make the guarantee void If this device will be operated in any way different to the one described in this manual the product may suffer damages and the guarantee becomes void Furthermore any other operation may lead to dangers like short circuit burns electric shock etc DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE The intelligent controller for indoor and outdoor luminaries e Up to 12 luminaries can be used with one 12 Channel DMX Controller Power12x12VDCx2 2A e DMX controlled operation or stand alone operation with Master Slave function and Sound control mode e DMxX control via every standard DMX controller e DMX address selectable via the control board e 5 9 13 17 25 or 49 DMX channels selectable for various applications e Programmable color change speed strobe effect and fade time e RGB color mixing e 14 internal programs e Ready for connection with safety plug e For wall mounting Overview control elements Front
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