User manual MPX 405 dimmer pack
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Table of contents Table of contents 1 General information................................................................................................................................. 1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 1.3 Symbols and signal words.....
MPX 405 dimmer pack
General information 1 General information This user manual contains important information on the 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 to another user, be sure that they also receive this manual. Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development.
General information 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.
General information 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. Displays Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics. Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ .
General information Instructions 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]. ð Automatic operation is started. 3. Switch off the device. 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.
General information 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 pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided. Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – danger zone.
Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use This appliance is intended to be used to control the brightness of connected spotlights. 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. This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience.
Safety instructions 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. DANGER! Electric shock caused by short-circuit Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or fire.
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. 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.
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 4 dimmer channels Outputs: 4 protective contact sockets Control via DMX 512 and via buttons and display on the unit Individual DMX addressing per channel Channel function selectable per channel Operating modes: – DMX – Automatic n Single channel protection n n n n n n 14 MPX 405 dimmer pack
Installation and starting up 4 Installation and starting up 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. Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for all connections.
Installation and starting up Connections in DMX mode 16 MPX 405 dimmer pack 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).
Connections and controls 5 Connections and controls Front panel MPX 405 dimmer pack 17
Connections and controls 1 Mounting rail for mounting on a wall or on a truss beam. Maximum tube diameter: 45 mm. 2 Dimmer outputs, 4 protective contact sockets. 3 [INFRARED SENSOR] No function. 4 Key panel [MODE] Switches between the operating modes. [MENU] Opens the main menu or a submenu. , Arrow buttons for navigating within an open menu or for changing values. 5 Display with additional indicator LEDs [DMX signal]: lights up when the unit is turned on and receives a DMX signal.
Connections and controls [Receive]: lights up when the unit is in ‘Receive’ mode. [Parallel]: lights up when the unit is in ‘Parallel’ mode. [Chase]: lights up when the unit is in ‘Chase’ mode. 6 Channel indicators [1]…[4]. In all operating modes, the channel indicators show which channels are currently being used by the running pro‐ gramme (LEDs light up).
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Connections and controls 7 [1]…[4] Fuses for dimmer channels 1…4. 8 [MIDI IN] MIDI signal input socket 9 [MIDI THRU] Output socket for looped-through MIDI signal 10, 11 [LINK IN], [LINK OUT] Connections for master / slave configuration.
Operating 6 Operating Turning on and off To start up the device, connect it to the mains. The device is immediately operational. Pull the power plug of the unit to turn it completely volt-free. Operating mode selection Switch to normal operation and use [MODE] to select the desired operating mode. Here you have the choice between the modes: n Receive (CH:...) n Chase (P:...
Operating Chase (P:...) The Chase (P:...) mode is to be selected when no external DMX controller is used. That's how you configure your device without an external DMX controller: The Chase (P:...) mode is selected, in the display, the LED [Chase] lights up. 1. To enter the device settings, press [MENU]. ð Settings for dimming, running-light programme and running-light speed can be made here. 2. Select the dimming settings. Press [MENU] repeatedly until the display shows ‘d:xxx’ .
Operating Receive (CH:...) The Receive (CH:...) mode is to be selected when an external DMX or MIDI controller is used. That's how you configure your device with an external DMX or MIDI controller: The Receive (CH:...) mode is selected, in the display, the LED [Receive] lights up. 24 MPX 405 dimmer pack 1. To enter the device settings, press [MENU]. ð Settings for MIDI-IN channels, MIDI note number and DMX start address can be made here. 2. Select the DMX start address.
Technical specifications 7 Technical specifications Control principle Leading edge phase control Input connections Power supply Protective contact sockets, single-phase Signal input DMX 512 via 3-pin XLR plug Power supply 4 × outlets, 230 V Signal output DMX 512 via 3-pin XLR socket Output connections Channel fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 6.
Technical specifications Ambient conditions 26 MPX 405 dimmer pack Temperature range 5 °C…35 °C Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing
Plug and connection assignments 8 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.
Protecting the environment 9 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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