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LED Matrix Blinder

5x5 DMX

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user manual

Summary of Contents for StairVille LED Matrix Blinder 5x5 DMX

Page 1: ...LED Matrix Blinder 5x5 DMX blinder user manual...

Page 2: ...Musikhaus Thomann Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 05 02 2015 ID 278014 V3...

Page 3: ...ords 8 2 Safety instructions 10 3 Features 14 4 Installation 15 5 Starting up 18 6 Connections and controls 21 7 Operating 27 7 1 Starting the device 27 7 2 Main menu 27 7 3 Menu overview 32 7 4 Funct...

Page 4: ...35 7 7 Functions in 28 channel DMX mode 36 7 8 Temperature monitoring 40 8 Technical specifications 42 9 Plug and connection assignments 43 10 Troubleshooting 44 11 Cleaning 46 12 Protecting the envir...

Page 5: ...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 6: ...eyword 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 term...

Page 7: ...es displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics Examples 24ch OFF References to other locations in this manual are identified by an arrow and the specified page number In the elec...

Page 8: ...e dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided WARNING This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos sible dangerous situation that can result in d...

Page 9: ...Warning signs Type of danger Warning high voltage Warning danger zone General notes LED Matrix Blinder 5x5 DMX 9...

Page 10: ...ficient 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 r...

Page 11: ...covers protectors or optical components are missing or damaged DANGER Electric shock caused by short circuit Always use proper ready made insulated mains cabling power cord with a pro tective contact...

Page 12: ...shock Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights NOTICE Risk of fire Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots Do n...

Page 13: ...the device ensure that the input voltage AC outlet matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker Failure to do so could result in d...

Page 14: ...matrix n Control via DMX four different modes and via buttons and display on the unit n 26 preprogrammed automatic shows n LED matrix allows the display of letters and numbers n Sound control n Four m...

Page 15: ...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 NOTICE Risk of...

Page 16: ...transmission errors For error free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi nary microphone cables Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli...

Page 17: ...servicing the unit Block access under the work area The safety cable must be routed through this safety eyelet Chapter 6 Connections and con trols on page 21 Please note that this device must not be...

Page 18: ...5 Starting up Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off Use the shortest possible high quality cables for all connections Starting up blinder 18...

Page 19: ...device Connect 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...

Page 20: ...mode the first unit will control the other units for an automatic sound activated synchronized show This function is ideal when you want to start a show immediately Connect the DMX output of the maste...

Page 21: ...6 Connections and controls Rear panel Connections and controls LED Matrix Blinder 5x5 DMX 21...

Page 22: ...anel 2 Locking screws for the mounting bracket 3 Fan 4 Buttons and display 5 Thread holes M6 fit for connecting elements 6 Safety eyelet 7 Bracket for floor placement or hanging Connections and contro...

Page 23: ...Connection panel Connections and controls LED Matrix Blinder 5x5 DMX 23...

Page 24: ...input 9 DMX Out DMX output 10 Power In IEC chassis plug for operating voltage supply with fuse holder 11 Power Out IEC chassis socket for the power supply cable to the next unit Connections and contro...

Page 25: ...Buttons and display Connections and controls LED Matrix Blinder 5x5 DMX 25...

Page 26: ...Button Up Increases the displayed value by one 15 Button Setup Selects an option of the respective operating mode confirms the set value 16 Button Mode Activates the main menu and moves between menu i...

Page 27: ...rating mode Use Setup to select further options Use Up and Down to change the respectively displayed value The unit instantly applies the displayed value you don t need to push a button for confirmati...

Page 28: ...and Pr 26 To adjust the programme speed press Setup The display shows SP xx Now use Up and Down to select a value between SP 01 slow and SP FL fast To adjust the strobe frequency press Setup again Th...

Page 29: ...ber matches the configuration of your DMX controller The following table shows the highest possible DMX address for the various DMX modes Mode Highest possible DMX address 1 channel 512 4 channel 509...

Page 30: ...osition at which the particular device is located within the equipment combination The figure alongside shows the possible values and their meaning Unit S 1 1 works as Master Press Mode repeatedly unt...

Page 31: ...y until the display shows TEST Now all LEDs of the matrix light up Press Mode repeatedly until the display shows AUTO The playback of the random show starts automatically To reset all settings you hav...

Page 32: ...7 3 Menu overview Operating blinder 32...

Page 33: ...7 4 Functions in 1 channel DMX mode Channel Value Function 1 0 255 Dimmer 0 to 100 for all LEDs together Operating LED Matrix Blinder 5x5 DMX 33...

Page 34: ...r all LEDs together 2 Operating mode 0 LEDs off 1 11 Preprogrammed automatic show no 1 12 23 Preprogrammed automatic show no 2 240 251 Preprogrammed automatic show no 21 252 255 Sound controlled show...

Page 35: ...e shows the numbering of the LEDs Channel Value Function 1 0 255 Dimmer 0 to 100 for all LEDs together 2 0 255 Dimmer 0 to 100 for LED no 1 3 0 255 Dimmer 0 to 100 for LED no 2 26 0 255 Dimmer 0 to 10...

Page 36: ...00 for all LEDs together 2 0 255 Dimmer 0 to 100 for LED no 1 3 0 255 Dimmer 0 to 100 for LED no 2 26 0 255 Dimmer 0 to 100 for LED no 25 27 Operating mode 0 LEDs off 1 10 Letter display to be selecte...

Page 37: ...tic show no 3 242 252 Preprogrammed automatic show no 21 253 255 Sound controlled show 28 Selection of the displayed letter if channel 27 10 19 0 9 Letter A 10 19 Letter B 20 29 Letter C 30 39 Letter...

Page 38: ...tter H 80 89 Letter I 90 99 Letter J 100 109 Letter K 110 119 Letter L 120 129 Letter M 130 139 Letter N 140 149 Letter O 150 159 Letter P 160 169 Letter Q 170 179 Letter R 180 189 Letter S 190 199 Le...

Page 39: ...20 229 Letter W 230 239 Letter X 240 249 Letter Y 250 255 Letter Z Selection of the displayed number if channel 27 20 29 0 27 Number 0 28 55 Number 1 56 83 Number 2 84 111 Number 3 112 139 Number 4 14...

Page 40: ...5 0 255 Increasing speed 7 8 Temperature monitoring The built in fan turns on automatically as soon as a certain temperature is reached If a second temperature limit is exceeded despite the turned on...

Page 41: ...ion is constantly monitored by the device If a defect is detected the value rt is flashing in the display In this case please contact our service centre Contact details can be found at www thomann de...

Page 42: ...Lamp 25 3 W LEDs warm white Diameter of lenses 9 cm Beam angle approx 55 Operating supply voltage 100 240 V AC 50 60 Hz Power consumption 96 W Fuse 5 mm 20 mm 2 A 250 V slow characteristic Dimensions...

Page 43: ...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 44: ...ted DMX cables and do not use ordi nary microphone cables Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli fiers In the following we list a few common problems that may o...

Page 45: ...per connection 2 If the first display digit is flashing in DMX mode but there is still no response check the address settings and the DMX polarity 3 Try using another DMX controller 4 Check to see if...

Page 46: ...lation of dirt on the optics of the device n Clean with a soft cloth using our lamp and lens cleaner item no 280122 n Always dry the parts carefully The fan grids of the device must be cleaned on a re...

Page 47: ...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 waste Dispose...

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