User manual Starstrip 10 Active DMX blinder
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Table of contents Table of contents 1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 6 2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 9 3 Features..............................................................................................................................................
Table of contents 4 Starstrip 10 Active DMX blinder 8 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 42 9 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 45 10 Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................
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General notes 1 General notes This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device, include the manual for the next owner. Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the right to make changes without notice.
General notes 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. WARNING! 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.
General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – suspended load. Warning – danger zone.
Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used as an illumination effect. The device is designed for profes‐ sional use and is not suitable for use in households. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
Safety instructions 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. DANGER! Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present.
Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock caused by short-circuit Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐ tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so could 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.
Safety instructions NOTICE! Risk of fire Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames.
Safety instructions 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. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specified in the chapter ‘Technical specifications’ of this user manual.
Safety instructions NOTICE! Power supply Before connecting 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 damage to the device and possibly injure the user. Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
Features 3 Features Special features of the device: n n n n n n n n Sunstrip with integrated dimmer and DMX control for blinder and effect applications 10 × warm white GU10 halogen light source (50 Watt each) Each lamp individually controllable Control via DMX and via buttons and display on the unit Built-in programmes with adjustable speed for stand alone applications Rugged metal housing Including two mounting brackets and two screwing loops for fixing Ideal for touring applications For technological
Installation 4 Installation Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively. You can install the device on the wall, the ceiling or on the floor.
Installation NOTICE! Risk of overheating The distance 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). NOTICE! Use of stands When mounting the device onto a stand, ensure that the stand is in a safe and stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum permissible load capacity of the stand.
Installation 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. Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer.
Starting up 5 Starting up 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.
Starting up Connections in DMX mode 20 Starstrip 10 Active DMX blinder Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX 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 with a resistor (110 Ω, ¼ W).
Starting up Connections in master/slave mode When you configure a group of devices in master/slave 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 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.
Connections and controls 6 22 Connections and controls Starstrip 10 Active DMX blinder
Connections and controls 1 [POWER OUTPUT] Lockable output socket (Power Twist) for the power supply of further units 2 [DMX OUT] DMX output 3 Fuse holder 4 [POWER] Main switch. Turns the device on and off. n [ON] turns the device on. n [OFF] turns the device off.
Connections and controls 8 Button [UP] Navigates upwards in a menu list. Increases the displayed value by one. 9 [OK] button Confirms a selected value. 10 [M] button Activates the main menu and toggles between menu items. Selects the respective operating mode. 11 Button [DOWN] Navigates downwards in a menu list. Decreases the displayed value by one.
Operating 7 Operating 7.1 Starting the device 1. Connect the device to the power grid. 2. Press the main switch [POWER] to [ON] to start the device. ð The device operates in the last mode with the settings last selected. 7.2 Main menu Menu control 1. Press [M] to open the main menu. 2. Use the arrow buttons to select the desired parameter or to change the respectively dis‐ played value. 3.
Operating 4. 26 Starstrip 10 Active DMX blinder To return to the previous menu level without changes, press [M].
Operating DMX address 1. Press [M]. 2. Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows ‘DMX’ and confirm with the selection with [OK]. 3. Use the arrow buttons to select the submenu ‘ADDR.’ and confirm the selection with [OK]. ð Now you can set the number of the first DMX channel to be used by the device (DMX address). 4. Use the arrow buttons to select a value between ‘1’ and ‘512’ and confirm with the selection with [OK]. Use [M] to return to the parent menu.
Operating 28 Starstrip 10 Active DMX blinder Mode Highest possible DMX address 1-channel 512 2-channel 511 4-channel 509 5-channel 508 10-channel 503
Operating DMX mode 1. Press [M]. 2. Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows ‘DMX’ and confirm with the selection with [OK]. 3. Use the arrow buttons to select the submenu ‘MODE’ and confirm the selection with [OK]. 4. Select the desired DMX mode: n n n n n ‘1CH’ (one channel) ‘2CH’ (two channels) ‘4CH’ (four channels) ‘5CH’ (five channels) ‘10CH’ (ten channels) 5. Confirm the selection with [OK]. Use [M] to return to the parent menu. 6.
Operating Display setting 1. Press [M]. 2. Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows ‘DISP’ and confirm with the selection with [OK]. 3. Use the arrow buttons to select the desired display behaviour: n n 30 Starstrip 10 Active DMX blinder ‘ON’ : The display stays always on. ‘OFF’ : The display will turn off after a few seconds if inactive. 4. Confirm the selection with [OK]. Use [M] to return to the parent menu. 5.
Operating Master mode 1. Press [M]. 2. Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows ‘MASL’ and confirm with the selection with [OK]. 3. Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows ‘MA’ and confirm with the selection with [OK]. 4. Use the arrow buttons to select the desired behaviour: ‘ON’ : Master / Slave mode is activated. The device works as a master device and con‐ trols connected devices of the same type that are configured as slaves.
Operating Slave mode 1. Press [M]. 2. Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows ‘MASL’ and confirm with the selection with [OK]. 3. Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows ‘SL’ and confirm with the selection with [OK]. 4. Use the arrow buttons to select a value between 1 and 512 (display shows ‘A001’ … ‘A512’ ). ð The number of the device with which the device is addressed as slave by the master is set.
Operating Fade setting 1. Press [M]. 2. Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows ‘FADE’ and confirm with the selection with [OK]. 3. Use the arrow buttons to select the desired submenu and confirm the selection with [OK]: n n 4. ‘MODE’ : Fade mode ‘SPEE’ : Fade speed Use the arrow buttons to select the desired setting and confirm the selection with [OK].
Operating Strobe effect 1. Press [M]. 2. Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows ‘STRO’ and confirm with the selection with [OK]. 3. Use the arrow buttons to select the desired submenu and confirm the selection with [OK]: n n n n 4.
Operating Submenu Setting Function SPEE S-01 … S-10 Programme speed from slow (01) to fast (10) STRO S-00 … S-30 Stroboscope function, increasing speed for programmes This setting is only relevant if the device is not controlled via DMX. 5. Confirm the selection with [OK]. Use [M] to return to the parent menu. 6. To return to the parent menu without changes press [M] without prior confirmation.
Operating Dimmer setting 1. Press [M]. Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows ‘DIMM’ and confirm with the selection with [OK]. 2. Use the arrow buttons to select the desired submenu ‘DM01’ … ‘DM10’ and confirm the selection with [OK]. ð Manual adjustment of the brightness of each individual lamp is activated. 3. Use the arrow buttons to select the desired submenu ‘DM01’ … ‘DM10’ and confirm the selection with [OK].
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Operating 7.4 Functions in 1-channel DMX mode Channel Value Function 1 0 … 255 Dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 7.
Operating 7.6 Functions in 4-channel DMX mode Channel Value Function 1 0 … 68 Chaser programmes 69 … 255 Fade programmes 2 0 … 255 Stroboscope (0 % to 100 %) 3 0 … 255 Speed (0 % to 100 %) 4 0 … 255 Dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 7.
Operating Channel Value Function 3 0 … 255 Lamps 5 … 6, dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 4 0 … 255 Lamps 7 … 8, dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 5 0 … 255 Lamps 9 … 10, dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 7.
Operating Channel Value Function 6 0 … 255 Lamp 6, dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 7 0 … 255 Lamp 7, dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 8 0 … 255 Lamp 8, dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 9 0 … 255 Lamp 9, dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 10 0 … 255 Lamp 10, dimmer (0 % to 100 %) Starstrip 10 Active DMX blinder 41
Technical specifications 8 Technical specifications Light source 10 × GU10, 50 W each Light source properties Colour temperature 2800 K Colour rendering index CRI Ra 99 Control DMX Buttons and display on the unit Number of DMX channels 42 Starstrip 10 Active DMX blinder 1, 2, 4, 5, 10
Technical specifications Input connections Output connections Power supply Lockable input socket (Power Twist) DMX control XLR chassis socket, 3-pin Power supply Lockable output socket (Power Twist) DMX control XLR chassis socket, 3-pin Power consumption max.
Technical specifications Further information Construction Bar Light source included Yes Light source Reflector Colour/colour temperature (K) WW DMX controllable Yes 44 Starstrip 10 Active DMX blinder
Plug and connection assignments 9 Plug and connection assignments Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment so that a perfect light experience is guaranteed.
Troubleshooting 10 Troubleshooting 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. In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation.
Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy The unit does not work, no light, the display is dark Check the mains connection and the main fuse. Apparently no function despite proper power supply Check if the unit is in DMX mode or in ‘slave’ mode. If so, check the unit in another mode. No response to the DMX con‐ troller 1. Check whether the DMX controller is switched on. Check the DMX connectors and cables for proper con‐ nection. 2. Check the address settings and the DMX polarity. 3.
Cleaning 11 Cleaning Optical lenses Clean the optical lenses, that are accessible from the outside, regularly in order to optimize the light output. The frequency of cleaning depends on the operating environment: wet, smoky or particularly dirty surroundings can cause more accumulation 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.
Protecting the environment 12 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
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