User Manual LED Pot Strobe 100 Stroboscope
Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 Internet: www.thomann.de 29.07.
Table of contents Table of contents 1 General information................................................................................................................................. 1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 1.3 Symbols and signal words.....
Table of contents 4 LED Pot Strobe 100 Stroboscope 9 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 34 10 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 36 11 Protecting the environment.......................................................................................................
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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 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’ . 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].
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. 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 information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone.
Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended for use as an electronic lighting effect by means of LED technology. The device is designed for professional use only 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 con‐ ditions 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 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. If in doubt, seek advice from a registered electrician.
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.
Features 3 Features Compact LED stroboscope suitable for various lighting tasks, for example at events, on rock stages or in theatres and musicals. The device is characterised by very high power and a very lightweight and rugged housing. n 126 × SMD-LED (white) n Control via DMX (one or three channels), buttons and display on the unit or an optionally available IR remote control (item no.
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. WARNING! Risk of injury caused by falling objects Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country.
Installation 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. 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.
Installation Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer.
Installation Inserting the battery into the remote control Press the lock of the battery holder to the centre of the housing and pull out the battery holder like a drawer. Insert the battery. The battery is correct if the positive pole points to the housing base of the remote control. Slide the battery holder back into the remote until it clicks into place. When shipping, the battery is already installed in the remote and protected against discharge by a transparent plastic foil.
Connections and controls 5 Connections and controls Front panel ö # # $ % LED Pot Strobe 100 Stroboscope 19
Connections and controls 1 Two-piece bracket for hanging or installation and for securing the safety cable 2 Locking screws 3 LEDs 4 Infra red receiver for the signals of the optionally available IR remote control. Make sure it is not obstructed.
Connections and controls Rear panel & ' ( PUSH ) LED Pot Strobe 100 Stroboscope 21
Connections and controls 5 Power supply cable 6 [DMX IN] | DMX input 7 [DMX OUT] | DMX output 8 Display and control buttons: [Mode] | activates the main menu and toggles between menu items. Closes an opened submenu. [Setup] | selects an option of the respective operating mode, confirms the set value.
Connections and controls Infrared remote control (item no. 354223, optionally avail‐ able) Since the universal remote control can be used for several device types, some buttons may not be assigned and therefore have no function.
Connections and controls 1 [ON/OFF] | turns the device on and off. 2 [AUTO] | activates the ‘Automatic‘ mode. 3 [PRG] | activates the operating mode ‘Preprogrammed automatic show’. Select the desired programme with [+] and [–]. 4 [SOUND] | activates the ‘Sound-control‘ mode. Set the sensitivity of the built-in microphone with [+] and [–]. 5 [SPEED] | activates the setting mode for the programme speed. Adjust the speed using [+] and [–]. 6 [STROBE] | activates the setting mode for the Strobe speed.
Operating 6 Operating Connect the device to the power supply to start operation. Press [Mode] to activate the main menu and select an operating mode. Use [Up] and [Down] to change the respectively displayed value. 6.1 Operating mode ‘Preprogrammed automatic show’ A preprogrammed automatic show can only be activated when the unit is operating in standalone mode or as master in a master / slave combination. This setting is only relevant if the device is not controlled via DMX. 1.
Operating 6.2 Operating mode ‘DMX’ This setting is only relevant if the device is controlled via a DMX controller. 1. Press [Mode] repeatedly until the display shows ‘d.xxx’ . 2. Use [Up] and [Down] to assign a DMX address in a range from ‘d.001’ … ‘d.512’ to the device and confirm with [Setup]. 3. Press [Up] and [Down] to select the desired DMX mode: 4.
Operating Functions in 3-channel opera‐ tion Channel Value Function 1 0 … 255 Dimmer (0 % … 100 %) 2 Operating mode 3 0 No function 1 … 127 Programme speed (0 % … 100 %) 128 … 255 Sensitivity sound control (0 % … 100 %) Strobe effect 0…1 No function 2 … 255 Strobe frequency (0 % … 100 %) LED Pot Strobe 100 Stroboscope 27
Operating 6.3 Operating mode ‘Slave’ This setting is only relevant if the device is working as Slave in a Master / Slave configuration and is not controlled via DMX. 1. Press [Mode] repeatedly until the display shows ‘SLAv’ . ð The device is in Slave mode. 2. Use [Mode] to select any other operating mode to exit Slave mode. 6.4 Operating mode ‘Dimmer’ This setting is only relevant if the device is working as Slave in a Master / Slave configuration and is not controlled via DMX.
Operating 6.5 Operating mode ‘Sound’ This setting is only relevant if the device is working as Slave in a Master / Slave configuration and is not controlled via DMX. In this operating mode, the device responds to acoustic pulses which are recorded by the integrated microphone. 1. Press [Mode] repeatedly until the display shows ‘Soud’ . 2. Use [Up] and [Down] to set the sensitivity of the built-in microphone in a range from ‘SU.00’ … ‘SU.31’ . 6.
Operating 6.7 ‘Info’ menu In this menu, you can retrieve the version number and the temperature status of the device. 1. Press [Mode] repeatedly until the display shows ‘InFo’ . 2. Use [UP] and [DOWN] to select the option ‘Ver’ to display the version number. 3. Use [UP] and [DOWN] to select the option ‘Temp’ to display the temperature status. ð If ‘t-on’ is displayed, the device temperature is within the permissible range.
Technical specifications 190 mm Technical specifications 168 mm 7 Light source 126 × SMD-LED, 0.
Technical specifications Mounting options Hanging, standing Dimensions (W × H × D) 172 mm × 168 mm × 130 mm (without bracket) 172 mm × 190 mm × 130 mm (incl. bracket) Further information 32 LED Pot Strobe 100 Stroboscope Weight 0.8 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range –10 °C…+40 °C Relative humidity 20 %…80 % (non-con‐ densing) DMX control yes Colour mixture white LED type SMD Floor housing yes fanless yes Remote control Optionally available (item no.
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.
Troubleshooting 9 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. We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting: Symptom Remedy The unit does not work, no light 1. Check the mains connection and the main fuse. 2.
Troubleshooting If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de.
Cleaning 10 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 11 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the 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.
Protecting the environment Disposal of your old device This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste. Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.
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