GLP Force 120 Manuel utilisateur
Operating Instructions
Force 120
Version: 1.1 (2018-03-02) - en-us
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Content
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Content
1 Representation conventions.........................................................................................................................3
2 Safety.............................................................................................................................................................4
2.1 General safety information............................................................................................................4
2.2 Intended use.................................................................................................................................. 4
3 Transport and storage..................................................................................................................................5
4 Scope of delivery.......................................................................................................................................... 6
5 Description of devices..................................................................................................................................7
6 Assembly and connection............................................................................................................................ 8
6.1 Set up device..................................................................................................................................8
6.2 Connect the device........................................................................................................................ 8
7 Operation.......................................................................................................................................................9
7.1 Control device................................................................................................................................ 9
7.2 Menu structure.............................................................................................................................. 9
7.2.1 DMX start address and setup.......................................................................................9
7.2.2 Settings........................................................................................................................10
7.2.3 Information.................................................................................................................. 11
7.2.4 Manual control............................................................................................................ 12
7.2.5 Test.............................................................................................................................. 12
7.2.6 Service......................................................................................................................... 12
7.3 Switch off device..........................................................................................................................13
8 Cleaning and maintenance........................................................................................................................ 14
9 Technical data.............................................................................................................................................15
10 Recycling/disposal/environmental protection........................................................................................... 16
11 Contact........................................................................................................................................................ 17
Representation conventions
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1 Representation conventions
This manual contains recurring features that reflect the function of certain information:
Warning
Indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk, that may result in severe injury or
death if it is not avoided.
Attention
Risk of equipment damage.
Advice
Indicates a helpful note in the current context.
One or more bolded words indicate a term that can be found exactly the same on the product.
One or more italicized words indicates an index entry or an important technical term.
1. Instructions are numbered.
✓As are results or outcomes of these actions.
Safety
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2 Safety
2.1 General safety information
Important information
- Read documentation carefully
- Observe the safety information in this chapter
- Follow instructions and warnings
- Only use equipment as instructed in this document
- Observe notes and symbols on the product
- Keep documentation on hand for later reference
- Pass documentation on to the next user
- Keep available near the system at all times
- Observe documentation for additional components used as well
Danger through electrical voltage
- Only connect equipment to a grounded safety socket
- The corresponding fuse must be the correct size for the equipment
- Completely cut the power to the equipment before installation, cleaning, maintenance, or
repairs
- Do not clean equipment under running water or by immersing in liquid
Proper handling
- Do not make any modifications to the equipment
- Do not drop equipment or expose it to severe mechanical pressure. The equipment can
sustain heavy damage from the impact.
- Regularly check equipment for damage. If damaged, turn the equipment off and fully dis-
connect from the power supply. Contact customer service or retailer.
Maintenance and repair
- Do not repair equipment yourself. Contact customer service or retailer.
2.2 Intended use
This device is developed for commercial use. Private use is not permitted.
It may only be operated indoors in a dry environment.
Protect against moisture and spray water.
Several devices must not be stacked on top of each other.
The device serves as a wind machine to generate moving light effects at events. It may not be used for any
other purpose.
This device is not intended to be used by people with limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and/or lack of knowledge unless supervised or instructed by a person responsible for
their safety the device.
The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper use of the device.
Transport and storage
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3 Transport and storage
Attention
Do not drop equipment or expose it to severe mechanical pressure. The product can
sustain damage from the impact.
Only store equipment in dry areas.
Use the supplied or appropriate packaging material for storage and transport.
To lift the device, use the carrying handles on the casing.
Scope of delivery
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4 Scope of delivery
Advice
Check the scope of delivery for completeness after unpacking.
Check device for visible damage.
Number/component Description
1 x Force 120
1 x PowerCON True1
1 x Operating Instructions
Advice
Order optional accessories directly from your specialist retailer. List to be found
online at www.germanlightproducts.com.
Description of devices
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5 Description of devices
1
1
11
2
3
3
3
2
4
5
Image 1: Description - Force 120 (back)
1Safety eyelets 4Display with buttons
2D-rings/suspensions (two-sided) 5Connections
3Carrying handles (two-sided)
Assembly and connection
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6 Assembly and connection
6.1 Set up device
The device can be operated standing and hanging. With safety factor 12, a maximum of two devices can be
operated among each other.
Attention
High air flows. Objects in the area can be damaged or damage the Force 120.
■Make sure that there are no light, unsecured objects up to 3 meters in front of and
behind the device.
Stationary
Condition(s)
■The installation site has sufficient carrying capacity (at least 100 kg).
1. Place the device on the ground with the rubber feet.
2. Orient the device so that the front is clearly visible.
3. Secure the device with safety ropes.
✓The device is set up and can be connected.
Hanging
1. Attach the brackets to the D-Rings.
2. Secure the device with safety ropes.
✓The device is suspended and can be connected.
6.2 Connect the device
Connection panel
Fuse
T10A 220V DMX In
Mains In DMX Out
Image 2: Connection panel
Fuse: Fuse holder DMX in: DMX input (5-pin)
Mains in: Input PowerCON True1 DMX out: DMX output (5-pin)
Connect the device
Conditions
■The device is set. (see chapter 6.1)
1. To establish the signal connection, connect the device and other devices or the controller with a DMX
cable. Therefore plug in the DMX cable DMX in and DMX out.
2. Plug in the PowerCON True1 cable into the PowerCON True1 input Mains in of the device.
3. Plug in the plug of the PowerCON True1 cable into a socket.
✓The device is now connected and ready for use.
Operation
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7 Operation
7.1 Control device
Control panel
1
2 3 4 5
Image 3: Control panel
1Display 4 DOWN: Navigate up/increase value
2 MODE: Opens the main menu 5 UP: Navigate down/decrease value
3 ENTER: Open menu item or confirm setting
Use DMX control
Conditions
■The device is connected with a DMX control.
■The fan is not covered by other objects.
▶Control the speed, acceleration and lighting with a DMX control.
✓The device conducts the setup.
7.2 Menu structure
The menu structure consists of up to 5 menu levels.
7.2.1 DMX start address and setup
DMX start address
Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Value Description
1 - 505 DMX start address
Setup
Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Value Description
Normal
DMX mode High
resolution
DMX input Wired DMX Use wired DMX as input
Operation
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7.2.2 Settings
Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Value Description
Error
Blackout ON / OFF Light output is stopped
if an error occurs
Shutter
No DMX
Blackout ON / OFF
Light output is stopped
if DMX fails for 3
seconds
Save
Save current positions
as initial positions after
reset without DMX
Init Positions
Reset Reset initial positions
after reset without DMX
Linear Set the desired
dimming curve
Soft
Dimming
Curve
Extra Soft
Hold Last DMX values are
hold if DMX fails
Off Fixture blacks out if
DMX fails
DMX hold
Fade out Last DMX values are
hold if DMX fails
PWM
frequency
Set 582-618
Hz, 1200Hz,
2400Hz
Sets the LED PWM
frequency
Contrast 0 - 50 -100 % Contrast of the display
Brightness 0 - 100 %
Brightness of the
display (auto brightness
has to be disabled)
Blackout
time 1 - 10 -30 s
Time after which the
display blacks out after
last keystroke (auto
blackout has to be
enabled)
Normal Flip display up/down
Display
Display
orientation Inverted
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