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In dimmer mode, a certain amperage can be set for each channel to preheat the connected

lamps.
Proceed as follows to adjust the amperage:
1.

Open the menu 

‘PrEh’

, (see menu overview).

2.

Press 

[Menu]

.

3.

If the channel number display (left on the display) is flashing, you can adjust the desired

channel with the navigation keys   or  .

4.

Confirm the selection and use 

[Menu]

 to toggle between channel number and

amperage.

5.

If the default value display (right on the display) is flashing, you can determine the

desired amperage in a range from 

‘0’

‘15’

 with the navigation keys   or  .

6.

Confirm the selection with 

[Menu]

.

7.

Use navigation button   to return to the previous menu level.

Lamp preheat

Operating

 

 

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Summary of Contents for StairVille DDS 405

Page 1: ...DDS 405 digital dimmer and switcher user manual...

Page 2: ...Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans Thomann Stra e 1 96138 Burgebrach Deutschland Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 16 11 2017 ID 174194 V3...

Page 3: ...ions 6 1 3 Symbols and signal words 6 2 Safety instructions 8 3 Features 12 4 Installation and starting up 13 5 Connections and operating elements 15 6 Operating 21 7 Technical specifications 31 8 Plu...

Page 4: ...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...

Page 5: ...ord 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 P...

Page 6: ...italics Examples VOLUME control Mono button Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics Examples 24ch OFF 1 3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will f...

Page 7: ...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...

Page 8: ...ectual 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 Da...

Page 9: ...no user serviceable parts inside Do not use the device if covers protectors or optical components are missing or damaged DANGER Electric shock caused by short circuit Do not modify the mains cable or...

Page 10: ...t source Keep the device away from naked flames 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...

Page 11: ...and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user Unplug the device before electrical storms...

Page 12: ...rotective contact sockets n Control via DMX 512 n Individual DMX addressing per channel n Channel function selectable per channel n Operating modes DMX Automatic Sound control n Single channel protect...

Page 13: ...running the cables to prevent tripping hazards The unit is designed for wall or tripod mounting For this purpose there is a mounting bracket on top of the unit Using the two M10 threads the device can...

Page 14: ...onnect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second one and so on to form a daisy chain Always ensure that the output of the last DMX device in the daisy chain is terminated with a re...

Page 15: ...5 Connections and operating elements Front panel Connections and operating elements DDS 405 15...

Page 16: ...ng bracket with two thread holes M10 and to bores for wall or tripod mounting 2 Dimmer outputs 4 protective contact sockets 3 Operating panel Connections and operating elements digital dimmer and swit...

Page 17: ...des the channel indicators show which channels are currently being used by the running pro gramme LEDs light up green 5 DMX This LED lights up when the unit is operating in DMX mode Operating panel Co...

Page 18: ...Sound This LED lights up when the unit is operating in Sound control mode 8 Navigation buttons Buttons to navigate the device menu 9 Menu Button to open the main menu and confirm display values 10 Di...

Page 19: ...Mains cable 12 Ch1 Ch4 Fuses for channels 1 4 13 mic level Rotary control for adjusting the sensitivity of the built in microphone for sound control Bottom Connections and operating elements DDS 405...

Page 20: ...14 DMX In DMX input 15 DMX Out DMX output Connections and operating elements digital dimmer and switcher 20...

Page 21: ...erating To start up the device connect it to the mains The device is immediately ready for operation Pull the power plug of the unit to turn it completely volt free Turning on and off Operating DDS 40...

Page 22: ...Menu overview Operating digital dimmer and switcher 22...

Page 23: ...ing mode n Sla operating mode DMX n Auto automatic mode with preprogrammed chasers n Auto sound controlled mode with preprogrammed chasers Confirm the selection with Menu The control LED of the enable...

Page 24: ...mode Sla The control LED Sla is flashing 2 Confirm the selection with Menu The display changes to Addr 3 Confirm the selection with Menu The display changes to A001 4 Confirm the selection with Menu...

Page 25: ...current setting e g 1003 4 The first digit of the displayed value corresponds to the channel If this digit is flashing you can select the desired channel with the navigation keys or Confirm the selec...

Page 26: ...ress the Menu button again to select a programme after selecting an operating mode The last active programme is displayed in Prxx format in the display 2 Press Menu again 3 If the programme number dis...

Page 27: ...lay is flashing you can adjust the desired value in percent with the navigation keys or 4 Use Menu to toggle between dimmer value and channel number 5 If the channel number display left on the display...

Page 28: ...ain 3 If the speed display right on the display is flashing you can adjust the desired pro gramme speed with the navigation keys or 4 Confirm the selection with Menu 5 Use navigation button to return...

Page 29: ...ing you can adjust the desired channel with the navigation keys or 4 Confirm the selection and use Menu to toggle between channel number and channel function 5 If the channel function display right on...

Page 30: ...g you can adjust the desired channel with the navigation keys or 4 Confirm the selection and use Menu to toggle between channel number and amperage 5 If the default value display right on the display...

Page 31: ...connection safety plug single phase 16 A max Channel fuse 5 mm 20 mm 6 3 A 250 V fast blow per channel Signal input DMX 512 via 3 pin XLR socket Outputs 4 outlets Temperature range 5 C 35 C Dimensions...

Page 32: ...ket the result of an incorrect connection may be a destroyed DMX controller a short circuit or just a not working light show The unit offers a 3 pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3 pin XLR plug for...

Page 33: ...ng Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive WEEE Do not dispose with your normal household wast...

Page 34: ...Notes digital dimmer and switcher 34...

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