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Hero Spot Wash 80

2in1 RGBW+W

moving head

User manual

Summary of Contents for Hero Spot Wash 80

Page 1: ...Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head User manual ...

Page 2: ...Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans Thomann Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 05 04 2019 ID 451570 ...

Page 3: ...nstructions 11 3 Features 19 4 Installation 21 5 Starting up 27 6 Connections and controls 30 7 Operating 33 7 1 Starting the device 33 7 2 Main menu 34 7 3 Functions in 8 channel DMX mode 43 7 4 Functions in 15 channel DMX mode 46 7 5 Functions in 20 channel DMX mode 52 Table of contents Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 3 moving head ...

Page 4: ...obos 60 8 Technical specifications 61 9 Plug and connection assignments 63 10 Troubleshooting 64 11 Cleaning 66 12 Protecting the environment 67 Table of contents 4 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

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Page 6: ...her 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 Our products are subject to a process of continuous development Thus they are subject to change General notes 6 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 7: ...e 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 Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline Service If you have any problems with the device the customer service will gladly assist you General notes Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1...

Page 8: ...layed 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 electronic version of the manual you can click the cross reference to jump to the specified location Example See Ä Cross references on page 8 Letterings Displays Cross references General notes 8 Hero Spot Wash 8...

Page 9: ...RNING This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided CAUTION This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it is not avoided NOTICE This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos sible dangerous situation that ca...

Page 10: ...Warning signs Type of danger Warning high voltage Warning dangerous optical radiation Warning suspended load Warning danger zone General notes 10 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 11: ...o 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 if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety Extend the operating life of the device by regular break...

Page 12: ...nit They could swallow the pieces and choke Never let children unattended use electrical devices DANGER Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present Never remove any covers There are no user serviceable parts inside Do not use the device if covers protectors or optical components are missing or damaged Safety Safety instructions...

Page 13: ...ld result in electric shock death or fire If in doubt seek advice from a regis tered electrician WARNING Eye damage caused by high light intensity Never look directly into the light source WARNING Risk of epileptic shock Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights Safety instructions Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 13 moving...

Page 14: ...lways secure the device with a secondary safety attachment such as a safety cable or a safety chain The load capacity of trusses or other fixtures must be sufficient for the intended number of devices Not that the movement of the head places additional loads on the load bearing parts Safety instructions 14 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 15: ...cted to the device Persons staying near the device could be injured or frightened Before you turn on the device and during the operation always ensure that nobody stays close to the device If work has to be performed in the area of move ment or in the near vicinity of the device it must remain turned off NOTICE Risk of fire Do not block areas of ventilation Do not install the device near any direc...

Page 16: ...id heavy temperature fluctua tions and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to tem perature fluctuations for example after transport at low outside temperatures Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit When operated in harmful ambient conditions dust smoke nicotine fog etc the unit should be maintained by qualified service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheati...

Page 17: ...e electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire NOTICE Possible staining The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your parquet linoleum laminate or PVC floor and after some time cause permanent dark stains In case of doubt do not put the rubber feet directly on the floor...

Page 18: ...ance between light output and the illuminated surface must be more than 1 5 m 19 7in Provide sufficient ventilation The ambient temperature must always be below 40 C 104 F Safety instructions 18 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 19: ...l via DMX 8 15 or 20 channels and via buttons and display on the unit n Preprogrammed automatic show programmes n Two movable axles with 16 bit resolution Tilt 190 Pan 540 n Sound control n Master Slave mode n Gobo wheel with 7 rotatable gobos n Gobo flow and gobo shake functions n Electronic dimmer n Electronic shutter 0 20 Hz Features Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 19 moving head ...

Page 20: ...their lifetime This effect increases with higher operating temperature You can extend the service life of the illuminants by providing adequate ventilation and operating the LEDs with the lowest possible brightness Features 20 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 21: ...suitable for transport or storage respectively Lift the device only at the base When lifted at the rotatable mounting the device may be dam aged You can install the device standing or hanging When in use the device must be mounted at a solid surface or clamped to an approved truss Work from a stable platform whenever you install or move the device or when you perform any kind of maintenance Block ...

Page 22: ...y Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment such as a safety cable or a safety chain The load capacity of trusses or other fixtures must be sufficient for the intended number of devices Not that the movement of the head places additional loads on the load bearing parts Installation 22 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 23: ... staying near the device could be injured or frightened Before you turn on the device and during the operation always ensure that nobody stays close to the device If work has to be performed in the area of move ment or in the near vicinity of the device it must remain turned off NOTICE Risk of overheating The distance between light output and the illuminated surface must be more than 1 5 m 19 7in ...

Page 24: ... the movements of the head pan tilt NOTICE Possible data 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 fiers Installation 24 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 25: ...t of the included mounting bracket There you can fasten adapters such as half couplers trigger clamps c hooks etc Safety cables are being threaded through the eyelet B on the bottom side of the housing Mounting options Installation Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 25 moving head ...

Page 26: ...Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer Installation 26 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 27: ...ll connections while the device is off Use the shortest possible high quality cables for all connections Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards Starting up Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 27 moving head ...

Page 28: ... 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 with a resistor 110 Ω W Connections in DMX mode Starting up 28 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 29: ... 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 master device to the DMX input of the first slave device Then connect the DMX output of the first slave device to the DMX input of the second slave device and so on DMX indicator Connections in master slave mode Starting up Hero Spot Was...

Page 30: ...6 Connections and controls Connections and controls 30 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 31: ...s Closes an open submenu without saving any changes 4 DOWN Decreases the displayed value by one 5 UP Increases the displayed value by one 6 ENTER Selects an option of the respective operating mode confirms the set value 7 DMX IN DMX input 8 DMX OUT DMX output Connections and controls Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 31 moving head ...

Page 32: ...9 Lockable input socket Power Twist for mains power supply 10 Fuse holder Connections and controls 32 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 33: ... near the device could be injured or frightened Before you turn on the device and during the operation always ensure that nobody stays close to the device If work has to be performed in the area of move ment or in the near vicinity of the device it must remain turned off Connect the device to the power supply to start operation After a few seconds the fans start to work the head moves to the home ...

Page 34: ... when you switch the device off and disconnect it from the mains Use the DMX Address menu to set the DMX address Press ENTER to activate the main menu and use UP or DOWN until the display shows DMX Address Confirm the selection with ENTER and use UP or DOWN to select a value between 1 and 512 to set the desired DMX address When the display shows the desired value confirm the setting with ENTER To ...

Page 35: ...ng with ENTER and use UP or DOWN to select one of the three DMX modes 8 channel mode 15 channel mode or 20 channel mode display shows DMX 8 Ch DMX 15 CH or DMX 20 Ch When the display shows the desired value confirm the setting with ENTER To exit the menu item without making changes press MENU DMX mode Operating Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 35 moving head ...

Page 36: ...ode Function DMX DMX control In this mode the device is controlled via a DMX controller Auto Auto programmes In this mode the unit plays the preprogrammed shows Sound Sound control In this mode the unit follows the rhythm of the background music or sounds detected by the built in microphone Slave Slave function In this mode the device follows exactly the operation of the master that it is connecte...

Page 37: ...use UP or DOWN until the display shows Programs Confirm the setting with ENTER and use UP or DOWN to select one of the eight preprogrammed shows display shows Program1 Program8 When the display shows the desired value confirm the setting with ENTER The device plays the selected show as an endless loop To exit the menu item without making changes press MENU Auto programmes Operating Hero Spot Wash ...

Page 38: ...ameter Function Pan Rev Pan inversion Use UP or DOWN to select YES reverse rotation or NO normal rotation Tilt Rev Tilt inversion Use UP or DOWN to select YES reverse direction of inclination or NO normal direction of inclination Display Rev Display inversion Use UP or DOWN to select YES text in the display appears upside down or NO text in the display appears normal Settings Operating 38 Hero Spo...

Page 39: ...last DMX signal is being held Calibration Calibrating Detailed information about this menu item can be found under Ä Calibrating on page 40 Factory Reset Reset to factory defaults Use UP or DOWN to select YES factory reset or NO no factory reset Reset Motor Resetting the motor When the display shows the desired value confirm the setting with ENTER To exit the menu item without making changes press...

Page 40: ...P or DOWN repeatedly until the display shows 018 and confirm the selection with ENTER Use UP or DOWN to select the desired parameter you want to set Parameter Function All To Origin Resets all parameters of the calibration to factory settings Pan Sets the home position of the rotation Tilt Sets the home position of the inclination movement Red Sets the initial intensity for red Green Sets the init...

Page 41: ... and tilt 0 255 for red green blue white light bundling spot colour and gobo and confirm the set ting with ENTER To exit the menu item without making changes press MENU Use the System Info menu to call up information about the system Press ENTER to activate the main menu and use UP or DOWN until the display shows System Info Confirm the selection with ENTER The display shows the current software v...

Page 42: ...Menu overview Operating 42 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 43: ...a middle position 128 3 0 255 Wash Dimmer intensity from dark 0 to bright 255 4 Wash Strobe shutter with dimmer open on channel 3 0 9 Open 10 250 Stroboscope effect increasing speed 251 255 Open 5 0 255 Spot Dimmer intensity from dark 0 to bright 255 6 Spot Strobe shutter with dimmer open on channel 5 0 9 Open 10 250 Stroboscope effect increasing speed Operating Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 43 mo...

Page 44: ...sequence color gobo 3 101 125 Automatic colour sequence color gobo 4 126 150 Automatic colour sequence color gobo 5 151 175 Automatic colour sequence color gobo 6 176 200 Automatic colour sequence color gobo 7 201 255 Automatic colour sequence colour gobo music control from sound control off to high microphone sensitivity 8 Auto programmes Operating 44 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 45: ...omatic show 4 51 60 Preprogrammed automatic show 5 61 70 Preprogrammed automatic show 6 71 80 Preprogrammed automatic show 7 81 90 Preprogrammed automatic show 8 91 230 Sound control from sound control off to high microphone sensitivity 231 240 Reset if the value is transmitted for at least 3 seconds 241 255 No function Operating Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 45 moving head ...

Page 46: ... of the Tilt area middle position 128 3 0 255 Wash Dimmer intensity from dark 0 to bright 255 4 Wash Strobe shutter with dimmer open on channel 3 0 9 Open 10 250 Stroboscope effect increasing speed 251 255 Open 5 0 250 Intensity red 0 to 100 6 0 250 Intensity green 0 to 100 7 0 250 Intensity blue 0 to 100 8 0 250 Intensity white 0 to 100 Operating 46 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 47: ...ust be set between 251 and 255 0 10 No function 11 20 Red 21 30 Green 31 40 Blue 41 50 White 51 60 Red white 61 70 Green white 71 80 Blue white 81 90 Red green 91 100 Green blue 101 110 Red blue 111 120 Red green white Operating Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 47 moving head ...

Page 48: ...easing speed 201 255 Colour transition increasing speed 10 0 255 Spot Dimmer intensity from dark 0 to bright 255 11 Spot Strobe shutter with dimmer open on channel 5 0 9 Open 10 250 Stroboscope effect increasing speed 251 255 Open 12 Colour wheel 0 24 White open 25 50 Red Operating 48 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 49: ...mber 151 175 Purple 176 200 Blue 201 255 Colour wheel with alternating direction of rotation rainbow effect increasing speed 13 Gobo and gobo shake function 0 10 Open white 11 20 Gobo 1 21 30 Gobo 2 31 40 Gobo 3 41 50 Gobo 4 Operating Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 49 moving head ...

Page 50: ...3 shake increasing speed 111 120 Gobo 4 shake increasing speed 121 130 Gobo 5 shake increasing speed 131 140 Gobo 6 shake increasing speed 141 150 Gobo 7 shake increasing speed 151 255 Gobo rotation clockwise and counterclockwise yo yo effect from fast to slow 14 0 255 Focus 15 Auto programmes Operating 50 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 51: ...omatic show 4 51 60 Preprogrammed automatic show 5 61 70 Preprogrammed automatic show 6 71 80 Preprogrammed automatic show 7 81 90 Preprogrammed automatic show 8 91 230 Sound control from sound control off to high microphone sensitivity 231 240 Reset if the value is transmitted for at least 3 seconds 241 255 No function Operating Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 51 moving head ...

Page 52: ...maximum value of the Tilt area middle position 128 4 0 255 Fine adjustment inclination pan 16 bit 5 0 255 Speed of rotation pan and inclination tilt fast 0 to slow 255 6 0 255 Wash Dimmer intensity from dark 0 to bright 255 7 Wash Strobe shutter with dimmer open on channel 6 0 9 Open 10 250 Stroboscope effect increasing speed 251 255 Open 8 0 250 Intensity red 0 to 100 Operating 52 Hero Spot Wash ...

Page 53: ... 0 to 100 12 0 250 Gradual increase in colour temperature 0 bis 100 13 Colour macros with the dimmer open channel 7 must be set between 251 and 255 0 10 No function 11 20 Red 21 30 Green 31 40 Blue 41 50 White 51 60 Red white 61 70 Green white 71 80 Blue white Operating Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 53 moving head ...

Page 54: ...lue white 141 150 Red green blue white 151 200 Colour change increasing speed 201 255 Colour transition increasing speed 14 0 255 Spot Dimmer intensity from dark 0 to bright 255 15 Spot Strobe shutter with dimmer open on channel 5 0 9 Open 10 250 Stroboscope effect increasing speed Operating 54 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 55: ...1 75 Yellow 76 100 Light blue 101 125 Green 126 150 Amber 151 175 Purple 176 200 Blue 201 255 Colour wheel with alternating direction of rotation rainbow effect increasing speed 17 Gobo and gobo shake function 0 10 Open white Operating Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 55 moving head ...

Page 56: ...bo 6 71 80 Gobo 7 81 90 Gobo 1 shake increasing speed 91 100 Gobo 2 shake increasing speed 101 110 Gobo 3 shake increasing speed 111 120 Gobo 4 shake increasing speed 121 130 Gobo 5 shake increasing speed 131 140 Gobo 6 shake increasing speed Operating 56 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 57: ...24 No function 25 50 Automatic colour sequence color gobo 1 51 75 Automatic colour sequence color gobo 2 76 100 Automatic colour sequence color gobo 3 101 125 Automatic colour sequence color gobo 4 126 150 Automatic colour sequence color gobo 5 151 175 Automatic colour sequence color gobo 6 176 200 Automatic colour sequence color gobo 7 Operating Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 57 moving head ...

Page 58: ...atic show 1 21 30 Preprogrammed automatic show 2 31 40 Preprogrammed automatic show 3 41 50 Preprogrammed automatic show 4 51 60 Preprogrammed automatic show 5 61 70 Preprogrammed automatic show 6 71 80 Preprogrammed automatic show 7 81 90 Preprogrammed automatic show 8 91 230 Sound control from sound control off to high microphone sensitivity Operating 58 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head...

Page 59: ...Channel Value Function 231 240 Reset if the value is transmitted for at least 3 seconds 241 255 No function Operating Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 59 moving head ...

Page 60: ...7 6 Gobos Operating 60 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 61: ... Rotation angle pan max 540 Inclination angle tilt max 190 Number of DMX channels 8 15 or 20 depending on operating mode Power consumption 110 W Operating supply voltage 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Fuse 5 mm 20 mm 2 A 250 V fast acting Protection class IP20 Technical specifications Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W 61 moving head ...

Page 62: ...nsions W H D 210 mm 297 mm 145 mm Weight 4 5 kg Temperature range 0 C 40 C Relative humidity 50 non condensing Environmental conditions Technical specifications 62 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 63: ...e 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 DMX input Please refer to the drawing and table below for the pin assignment of a suitable XLR plug Pin Configuration 1 Ground shielding 2 Signal inverted DMX cold signal 3 Signal DMX hot signal Introductio...

Page 64: ...nd 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 occur during operation We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting Troubleshooting 64 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

Page 65: ...MX indicator lights up but with no response check the address settings and DMX polarity 3 Try using another DMX controller 4 Check whether the DMX cables lie near or adjacent to high voltage cables which could cause damage or inter ference with a DMX interface circuit If the procedures recommended above do not succeed please contact our Service Center You can find the contact information at www th...

Page 66: ...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 of any contamination such as dust etc on a reg ular basis Before cleaning switch off the device and disconnect mains operated devices from the mains Only use pH neutral solvent free and non abrasive cleaning agents Clean the unit with a slightly damp...

Page 67: ...markings on the packaging This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive WEEE in its currently valid version 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 ...

Page 68: ...Notes 68 Hero Spot Wash 80 2in1 RGBW W moving head ...

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