Stairville DMX-Master 3-FX Manuel utilisateur
DMX-Master 3-FX
DMX controller
user manual
Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
03.05.2017, ID: 294610 (V3) | SW V1.5
Table of contents
1 General information.............................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................ 4
1.2 Notational conventions................................................................................................. 4
1.3 Symbols and signal words........................................................................................... 5
2 Safety instructions................................................................................................................. 6
3 Features....................................................................................................................................... 7
4 Installation................................................................................................................................. 8
5 Setup............................................................................................................................................. 9
6 Connections and controls................................................................................................ 10
7 Basics.......................................................................................................................................... 15
8 Instructions for use.............................................................................................................. 17
8.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................... 17
8.2 Scenes and banks.......................................................................................................... 19
8.3 Chasers.............................................................................................................................. 22
8.4 Blackout............................................................................................................................ 25
8.5 Overlay scenes............................................................................................................... 27
8.6 Effects generator........................................................................................................... 28
8.7 Cross-fades...................................................................................................................... 32
8.8 Channel inversion......................................................................................................... 33
8.9 Assigning the jog wheels Pan and Tilt for rotation and inclination .......... 34
8.10 Playback......................................................................................................................... 35
8.11 MIDI control.................................................................................................................. 38
8.12 ‘Easy Mode’................................................................................................................... 41
8.13 Saving data and reloading...................................................................................... 42
8.14 Complementary functions...................................................................................... 43
9 Technical data........................................................................................................................ 46
10 Plug and connection assignment................................................................................. 47
11 Protecting the environment........................................................................................... 48
Table of contents
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1 General information
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read
and follow the safety instructions and 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.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are
subject to change.
1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and
details on the following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.
Keyword 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.
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.
1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.
Examples: ‘24ch’, ‘OFF’.
Letterings
Displays
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The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a
step is indented and highlighted by an arrow.
Example:
1. Switch on the device.
2. Press [Auto].
ðAutomatic operation is started.
3. Switch off the device.
References to other locations in this manual are identified by an arrow and the speci‐
fied page number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-
reference to jump to the specified location.
Example: See
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‘Cross-references’ on page 5.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words
that are used in this manual.
Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
an immediate dangerous situation that will result in
death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
a possible dangerous situation that can result in mate‐
rial and environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
Instructions
Cross-references
General information
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used to control spot lights, dimmers, light effects,
moving heads or other DMX-controlled devices. Use the device only as described in
this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐
ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No lia‐
bility will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intel‐
lectual 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!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and
are not within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the
like) from the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
NOTICE!
External power supply
The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting
the external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet)
matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is pro‐
tected by a residual current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result
in damage to the device and possibly the user.
Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and
when the device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of
electric shock or fire.
NOTICE!
Risk of fire
Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots. Do not place the
device near any direct heat 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 direct sunlight,
heavy dirt, and strong vibrations.
Intended use
Safety
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3 Features
Special characteristics of the device:
ncontrol of up to 16 DMX devices with 16 DMX channels each (256 channels)
n240 scenes on 30 banks (8 per bank)
nsix chases with up to 250 single steps
nsix overlay scenes
nintegrated effect generator
nfade in time, fade out time and speed for scenes and chases can be adjusted per
channel
nall channels invertible
njog wheels for the control of pan and tilt movements
noperating modes: ‘Play Mode’, ‘Program Mode’, ‘Setup Mode’ and ‘Easy Mode’
nFunctions: desk lock, auto-start, blackout, freeze, copy
nMIDI control (synthesizer and MIDI keyboard)
ndata backup and restore via USB interface
nsuitable for 19" racks (four rack units)
Features
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4 Installation
Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the
unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect 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.
The device is designed for mounting in 19" racks, it occupies four rack units (RU).
Before you install the device, remove the cover (ten fastening screws). Then mount
the device into the racks using the optionally available mounting brackets.
Rack mounting
Installation
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5 Setup
Create all 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.
Connect the included power adapter to the 9V connector of the unit and then plug
the power adapter into a wall outlet.
Turn on the device using the main switch on the rear panel. Turn on the device using
the main switch at the back side. After turning the device on the displays shows the
software version and the operation mode for a short time. The related display LEDs
light up.
Connecting the power supply
Turning the unit on
Setup
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6 Connections and controls
1 Button group [Fixture]
Buttons 1 to 16 to select the control channels. The corresponding indicator LED shows whether the respective
channel is switched (LED on) or deactivated (LED off).
2 Button [Fog Machine]
Activates a connected fog machine. The LEDs [Heating] and [Ready] indicate the operating status of the fog
machine.
Front panel, total view
Front panel, detail view A
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