User Manual: CoboPin-VT3001C(-I/-T)
V1.00 (10-2013)
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User interface overview:
1
In A-Mode: Speed Control (except A1 = Mix Control)
In C-Mode: Level-Control
2
Display showing the Mode, DMX-address, LOC-function etc.
3
Indicates presence of a DMX signal
4
Indicates the sound-activated mode (internal microphone)
5 DOWN-button
6 UP-button
7
MODE selection button
8 DMX-Input
connector
9
DMX-Output connector
10 AC Power Output
11 AC Power Input
Upon the user’s choice, the unit can work stand-alone or may be controlled by external
DMX-controllers. Available modes:
“A” Auto Mode
Press the MODE button (7) until the first digit on the display shows “A”, indicating
operation in “A” (AUTO) mode. Then choose your desired pattern by using the
UP/DOWN buttons (5/6), see list below. Changing the setting becomes effective 1
second after the new setting is made to allow stepping through presets without
previewing all intermediate presets.
NOTE: The “A” Mode is automatically disabled and cannot be chosen when an external
DMX signal is received [DMX indicator LED (3) is lit].
Whilst being in pattern A 1 (static scene), turning knob (1) determines the mix, whereas
being in one of the other 26 patterns, knob (1) controls the speed or selects the sound-
activated function (refer to below pattern list). The sound-activated function can be
activated by setting the knob (1) inside the first 10 degrees of its travel from left detent
and it works from a built-in microphone which picks up the environmental sound. Its
activity is shown by the flashing of the right dot (4) in the display. The level for all
patterns is maximum.
In “A” mode, the unit does not receive any values from the DMX input, but generates
related DMX values on the output according to the selected pattern, so that other
similar units can show the same pattern if they are connected by DMX signal cables
and set to mode “d3”.
If you leave mode “A” for any reason and come back later into mode “A”, the unit will
recall the last chosen pattern (even if the unit was switched off in between). Pattern list:
User Manual: CoboPin-VT3001C(-I/-T)
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Getting started: secure mounting
The CoboPin-VT3001C can be positioned for operation in various ways:
Floor standing operation (only –T touring version)
Turn the bracket to the lower side of the unit
Separate the two split bracket to provide suitable ground support
Place the unit in a secure position where it can neither be touched by anyone or
could possibly become an objective for anyone to stumble.
Make sure to comply with cooling requirements of the used power supply if any.
Hanging/Rigging, ceiling-mounted operation
Risk of injury:
Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, like
calculating working load limits, knowledge installation materials, and
periodic safety inspection of all installation material and the unit. If you
lack such qualifications, do not attempt the installation yourself.
Improper installation can result in body injury. Be sure to complete all
rigging and installation procedures before applying power to the unit.
Leave the inner and outer bracket folded.
The unit should be installed out of reach of people and outside areas where
persons may walk by or be seated.
Make sure that the installation area can hold a minimum point load of 10 times the
device’s weight.
In fixed installations, fix the unit with self-locking screws/nuts to the mounting point.
When mounting the unit to truss be sure to secure an appropriately rated clamp to
the hanging yoke using a M10 screw fitted through the center hole of the hanging
yoke.
Where required, secure the installation with an appropriate safety cable. Always
use a certified safety cable according to DIN56927 that can hold 12 times the
weight of the device when installing the unit. This secondary safety attachment
should be installed in a way that no part of the installation can drop more than
20cm if the main attachment fails.
Never stand directly below the device when mounting, removing, or servicing the
fixture. Make sure the area below the installation place is free from unwanted
persons during rigging, de-rigging and servicing.
The operator has to make sure that the safety-relating and machine-technical
installations are approved by an expert before using them for the first time. The
installations should be re-inspected every year.
Make sure to comply with applicable cooling requirements if any.