DR-1 DMX recorder user manual
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1. th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 11 Starting up 5 Starting up Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off Use the shortest possible high quality cables for all connections th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 12 Starting up DMX connections Connect the DMX input of the DMX recorder R to the DMX output of a DMX controller C Connect the DMX output of the recorder R to the first DMX device 1 such as a spotlight Connect the output of the first DMX device 1 to the input of the second and so on to forma series connection Make sure that the output of the last DMX device n in the chain is termi nated by a resistor 110 O W th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 13 Starting up DMX indicator If the unit and the DMX controller are operating the word DMX flashes in the display thereby indicating that a DMX signal is received at the input th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 14 Connections and operating elements 6 Connections and operating elements Front panel th mann 15 Main switch to turn the device on or off Display REC button To start a recording LOOP button To reproduce a recorded file in an endless loop BLACK OUT button To blackout allconnected DMX devices lt lt button During playback to reduce the speed In menu to decrease the displayed value by one DMxX recorder Pil button During recording and playback to pause or resum2. S TRABRVvVELSE DR 1 DMX recorder th mann user manual MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans Thomann Stra e 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 06 08 2015 ID 277381 Table of contents na vu BF WN Table of contents MGM FeAl Notes oaa AAA ee nenne 4 Safety instructions unsnensenseesssnensennssenessennssnnnssenssssnnssnnnssennsssnnssensssnnsssnnnssnnssennsssansssnnssenne 6 FO Qturesss isceiscssescsisaiecscossettscsusiesacstecisitecsatiascessediesiedsostcteestenserssedssttesouaceteedunderseotondsadeassodactbeseudicasostedicteeseests 9 Dr stea Ath IN osc sscascdcoasvcsussstccusbcaayctcdusveesayeceunsvtzaveusdeazevedabovtccavevcausavhcansevdaiverecavvtdaupendarsivedavorstuivenitin 10 Starting UP seene aa ae eaaa na EEEE AAE EEES EESTE EEE E EE 12 Connections and operating elements unnnneesennseeenseennssunssennssennssnnssennssnnnssennne 15 Operation unsenneseeeneneeeneeneeneeneenneen 7 1 7 2 7 3 7 4 75 aaoo ne AE E S R BEERFERRRRFIEERPIEESSFFFEEN RER IERFEIRE Playback sanierte nenne Menu functions Firmware update Remote control en Einlesen Technical specifications cccccessssssssssssssssssecsecssscsssssscsssessessssssscsssecsscssscsuccsscsssecsssssesseesseesseenes 29 Protecting the EnvironMent 0 ccccssccsssssssccssecssecssecessscs
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4. Keep the device away from naked flames th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions 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 th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 3 Features Features DMX input to record DMX sequences in real time DMX output the lines are galvanically isolated by optocouplers Data storage on standard SD memory cards included Reproduction ofthe DMX sequences on the DMX output either manually or timer con trolled Endless loop playback available Connection for optional remote control th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Installation 4 Installation 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 Rack mounting The unit has been designed for rack mounting in a standard 19 inch rack it occupies one rack unit th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 10 Installation DMX connections The unit offers a 3 pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3 pin XLR plug for DMX input Please refer to the drawing and table below for the pin assignment of a suitable XLR plug
5. three seconds to open the menu Press the lt 4 and gt gt buttons until the display shows Start status then press the Pll button to select this menu item Use the buttons lt 4 and gt gt to toggle between Normal play and Last status Then press the PII button to confirm the setting and to quit this menu item Resetting to factory default Press the PII button for three seconds to open the menu values Press the 4 and gt gt button until the display shows Default set then press the PII button to select this menu item Use the buttons 4 and gt gt to toggle between YES reset and NO no reset Then press the PII button to confirm the setting and to quit this menu item Indicating the firmware version Press the PII button for three seconds to open the menu Press the 4 and gt gt buttons until the display shows Version then press the Pll button to select this menu item The display now shows the version number of the currently used firmware Then press the Pll button to quit this menu item th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 25 Operation 7 4 Firmware update Procedure th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION E EE e 5 e Save the new firmware to a directory SD CA REC2 on an SD memory card Insert the SD memory card containing the new firmware into the card slot ofthe device and switch the unit off Keep the buttons REC gt and 7 of the keypad simulta
6. ake sure that there is no DMX signal present at the input DMX IN Otherwise no stored DMX sequence can be played Make sure that an SD memory card is inserted into the card slot 10 on the front panel The device must be in normal operating state where no menu is open The display shows date and time If any menu should still be open press the PII button to quit the menu Use the keypad 9 to select a file to be reproduced If the indicator light above the button flashes this file already contains a DMX sequence When choosing a file that does not contain a DMX sequence the display shows the message NO FILE gt Playback begins You can use the 4 and gt gt buttons to decrease or increase the playback speed The display indicates the playback speed To prevent playback in an endless loop press the LOOP button To resume loop play back press the button again To pause the playback briefly press the PII button Press the button again to resume playback on the same position 22 Operation 7 _ Press the Pll for two seconds to stop the playback of the show 7 3 Menu functions Setting the date Press the PII button for three seconds to open the menu Press the 4 and gt gt buttons until the display shows Set date then press the PII button to select this menu item Use the buttons 4 and gt gt to input the correct date Then press the PII button to confirm the setting and to quit this menu
7. e recording or playback Keep this button pressed for 3 seconds to open the menu In menu to select a sub menu or to confirm a selection gt gt button During playback to increase the speed In menu to increase the displayed value by one Keypad to select a file on the SD card for recording or playback Each file is assigned to an indicator light If the light flashes DMX data was already recorded to this file Indicator light and slot for SD memory cards DR 1 Connections and operating elements Rear panel th mann 18 DCIN Connection for external power supply DC 9 12 V DMX IN Input for DMX signal such as coming from a DMX controller DMX OUT Output for DMX signal to be connected to DMX controlled devices RS 232 No function FOR REMOTE CONTROLLER 1 4 phone socket to connect the optionally available remote control Stairville Pocket Master DR 1 Operation 7 Operation With this device you can record DMX signal sequences The DMX sequences are recorded to individual files on an SD memory card Each SD memory card can contain twelve files in total You can play back the stored sequences once or run in an endless loop or let the built in timer control the playback 7 1 Recording Procedure 1 Make sure that an SD memory card is inserted into the card slot 10 on the front panel 2 The device must be in normal operating state where no menu is open The display pH E nes E h show
8. item Setting the clock time Press the PII button for three seconds to open the menu Press the lt 4 and gt gt buttons until the display shows Set time then press the PII button to select this menu item Use the buttons lt 4 and P gt to input the correct clock time Then press the PII button to con firm the setting and to quit this menu item th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 23 Operation Using the timer Showing file properties th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Press the Pll button for three seconds to open the menu Press the lt 4 and gt gt buttons until the display shows Set clock then press the PII button to select this menu item For each switching point of the timer you can now select the day of the week the switching on off time the file to be played etc Use the PII button to select the individual parameters of the switching point and the lt 4 and gt gt buttons to change the respective value Then press the PII button to confirm the setting You can determine 21 switching points per week a maximum of three per day Press the Pll button for three seconds to open the menu Press the lt 4 and gt gt buttons until the display shows File info then press the Pll button to select this menu item The display shows the file name and the total time of the selected file Press Pll to quit this menu item 24 Operation Setting the start status Press the PII button for
9. l 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 ifthey 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 Safety 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 th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions 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
10. neously pressed while switching the unit on The display message Find update file indicates that the new firmware is looked for Keep the buttons pressed until the display shows Updating firmware please wait The device now checks the new firmware and installs it then Neither take out the SD memory card nor switch the device off until the display shows the message Update complete please reboot gt Now the installation is complete Reboot the device to put the new firmware into operation 26 Operation 7 5 Remote control The DMX recorder can also be remote controlled using the Pocket or Foot Master remote controller Once a remote controller is connected its Stand by LED is flashing Activating remote control As after activation of the remote control it is no longer possible to control the DMX recorder directly you should select all desired functions e g loop before the remote control is acti vated Press the Stand By button at least 3 seconds to activate the remote control The LED Stand By turns off The LED BLACK OUT on the DMX recorder flashes Remote control operation Press the Mode button to switch between the functions of the Function button The Mode LED indicates the respective function Mode LED is lit the programme switching function is active Mode LED is not lit the Play Stop function is active th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 27 Operation Acti
11. s date and time If any menu should still be open press the PII button to quit the T aka me The device must be in normal operating state where no menu is open The display shows date and time If any menu should still be open press the PII button to quit the menu th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 20 DM RECORD Te SelectFile DM RECHI TET a g pg IHs FREIE Te T Get Gls 11 e 5 e Operation Press the REC button gt The indicator light next to the SD card slot lights up and the display prompts you to select a file for recording Use the keypad 9 to select a file If the indicator light above a keypad button flashes this file already contains a DMX sequence When choosing a file that already contains data the new recording will overwrite the previous data After selecting a file the rectangle in the display indicates that the device is ready to record Press the PII button to start the recording Now use your DMX controller to perform the show that should be recorded The dot in the display indicates the running recording The word DMX is flashing in the display when a signal is received from the DMX controller Press the PII button for two seconds to stop the recording th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 21 Operation 7 2 Playback Procedure OMS 2 05 2012 T alkzaal Spread Ia T gt T ie th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION e E EEL e M
12. ssccescesssccescceseecssecesseessescsseesseecaneesaeeesies 30 th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General notes 1 General notes This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions Save this manual for future reference Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device If you sell the device to other users be sure that they also receive this manual Our products are subject to a process of continuous development We therefore reserve the right to make changes without notice Symbols and signal words This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user 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 th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General notes N Warning danger zone th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used to record and reproduce DMX signals 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 persona
13. vating deactivating BLACK Briefly press the Stand By button to activate or deactivate the BLACK OUT function on the OUT DMX recorder Deactivating remote control Press the Stand By button at least 3 seconds to deactivate the remote control Only then you may disconnect the remote controller from the DMX recorder Otherwise the functions remain disabled at the DMX recorder th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 28 Technical specifications 8 Technical specifications th mann 29 Protecting the environment 9 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate rial For the transport and protective packaging environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling Ensure that plastic bags packaging etc are properly disposed of Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste but make sure that they are collected for recycling Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging Disposal of your old device This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive WEEE Do not dispose with your normal household waste Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility When discarding the device comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country If in doubt consult your local waste disposal facility th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION
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