SePar Hex LED RGBAW UV IR LED PAR user manual
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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.....
Table of contents 7.6 Functions in 8-channel DMX mode........................................................................................... 48 7.7 Functions in 10-channel DMX mode........................................................................................ 49 8 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 53 9 Plug and connection assignments..................................................
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. 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 – suspended load. 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 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 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. NOTICE! Risk of fire due to incorrect polarity Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries. Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries. NOTICE! Possible damage by leaking batteries Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device.
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.
Safety instructions NOTICE! Possible damage due to installation of a wrong fuse The use of different types of fuses can cause serious damage to the unit. Fire hazard! Only fuses of the same type may be used.
Features 3 Features Special features of the device: n 5 × 8 watt 6-in-1 LEDs red, green, blue, amber, white and UV n Stand-alone, master-slave or DMX mode operation n Operation via buttons and display on the unit or via an optionally available infrared remote control (item # 354223) n Sound control via built-in microphone n Universal two-piece mounting bracket for hanging or standing installation n Suitable for use in clubs, bars, stages, exhibitions, etc.
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! 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. Mounting options You can install the unit in hanging or standing position. When in use, the device must always be attached to a solid surface or an approved truss. Use the openings provided on the twopiece bracket for attaching.
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.
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 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 Connections and controls Front and rear side SePar Hex LED RGBAW UV IR 27
Connections and controls Top / bottom view 1 Infrared sensor for receiving remote control signals 2 [Power In] IEC chassis plug with fuse holder for the power supply. Connect the device to a grounded power outlet using the supplied power cord. 3 [DMX In] DMX input.
Connections and controls 4 [Power Out] IEC chassis socket for the power supply of further devices 5 [DMX Out] DMX output 6 Display 7 [Up] | [Down] Increases / decreases the displayed value by one. 8 [Setup] Confirms a selected value. 9 [Mode] Calls up the main menu or a submenu.
Connections and controls Remote control A remote control is optional accessory (item # 354223) and not included.
Connections and controls 13 [ON/OFF] Button to turn the blackout on or off 14 [AUTO] Enables the Auto mode 15 [PRG] Enables the Programme mode. 16 [SOUND] Activates the sound-control. 17 [SPEED] Allows to set the running speed. 18 [STROBE] Turns the Stroboscope effect on and off. 19 [+] Increases the displayed value by one.
Connections and controls 20 [Dimming] Brightness control 21 [–] Decreases the displayed value by one.
Operating 7 Operating 7.1 Starting the device Connect the device to the power supply to start operation. After a few seconds the unit is ready for use. 7.2 Remote control The device can only be remote controlled if it's neither working in a Master / Slave configura‐ tion nor DMX-controlled. Blackout Use [ON/OFF] to blackout the unit or cancel the blackout.
Operating Auto mode Press [AUTO]. The unit now operates in automatic stand-alone mode. Programme mode 1. Press [PRG]. Use [+] and [–] to select a value between ‘Pr.01’ and ‘Pr.16’ . 2. Press [STROBE] and then use [+] and [–] to select a value between ‘FS.00’ (slow) and ‘FS.99’ (fast). Press [STROBE] again to disable the Strobe effect. 3. Press [SPEED] and then use [+] and [–] to select a value between ‘SP.01’ (slow) and ‘SP.FL’ (fast) to set the running speed of the programmes. 1. Press [SOUND].
Operating Dimming Colour selection 1. Press [Dimming] to adjust the brightness of the primary colours. 2. Press [R] (red), [G] (green): [B] (blue), [A] (amber), [W] (white) or [1] (UV) and then use [+] and [–] to select a value between 0 and 255. Use the coloured buttons to select a colour tone in any mode.
Operating Reset to factory defaults To reset the device to factory default settings, press [ON/OFF] to blackout the unit and then simultaneously [9], [8] and [7]. 7.3 Operating controls on the device 1. Press [Mode] to activate the main menu. 2. Press again [Mode] to call up further menu items. 3. To activate the respectively shown menu item, press [Setup]. 4. Use [Up] and [Down] to change the respectively indicated value. Changed values and settings will immediately take effect. 5.
Operating Auto mode Press [Mode] repeatedly until the display shows ‘AUTO’ . ð The unit now operates in automatic stand-alone mode. Automatic operation can only be activated when the unit is operating in stand alone mode or as master in a master / slave combination. This setting is only relevant if the device is not con‐ trolled via DMX.
Operating Programme mode 1. Press [Mode] or [Up] | [Down] repeatedly until the display shows ‘Pro’ . Press [Setup] to then select with [Up] | [Down] one of the programmes ‘Pr01’ to ‘Pr.28’ . 2. If you select ‘Pr.01’ press [Setup] and then use [Up] | [Down] to call up 16 programmed colour patterns that are constantly lighting. Or you select ‘-OFF’ to blackout the unit. Press [Setup] to then adjust with [Up] | [Down] the strobe frequency between ‘FS.01’ (slow) and ‘FS.99’ (fast). Select ‘FS.
Operating Colour mode 1. Press [Mode] or [Up] | [Down] repeatedly until the display shows ‘CLor’ . All LEDs light with full intensity. 2. Press [Setup] to then select with [Up] | [Down] the intensity of the red colour between ‘r.000’ (off) and ‘r.255’ (full). 3. Press [Setup] to then select with [Up] | [Down] the intensity of the green colour between ‘g.000’ (off) and ‘g255’ (full). 4. Press [Setup] to then select with [Up] | [Down] the intensity of the blue colour between ‘b.000’ (off) and ‘b.
Operating A constant colour can only be activated when the unit is operating in stand-alone mode or as master in a master / slave combination. This setting is only relevant if the device is not con‐ trolled via DMX. Sound control 1. The device shows a sound-controlled colour sequence. Press [Setup] to then perform with [Up] | [Down] the colour setting between ‘S0.01’ and ‘S0.16’ . 2. Press [Setup] to adjust the sensitivity of the built-in microphone for sound control between ‘SU.00’ (low) and ‘SU.
Operating Slave mode Press [Mode] or [Up] | [Down] repeatedly until the display shows ‘SLAv’ . The device is now working in slave mode, i.e. it will exactly copy the movement of the control‐ ling master device, correct wiring provided. This setting is only relevant if the device is not controlled via DMX.
Operating Dimmer curve 1. Press [Mode] or [Up] | [Down] repeatedly until the display shows ‘Set’ and confirm with [Setup]. 2. Use [Up] and [Down] to select the menu item ‘Cur’ and confirm with [Setup]. 3. With [Up] and [Down] you can select one of the following dimmer curves. The dimmer curve determines how the brightness increases or decreases depending on the set DMX value.
Operating The below figure schematically shows the adjustable dimmer curves. Depending on the selected DMX value (1) the device lights with a brightness (2) between 0% and 100%. Confirm the selection with ‘Setup’ . Press [Mode]. ð The selection is applied.
Operating Reset 1. Press [Mode] or [Up] | [Down] repeatedly until the display shows ‘Set’ and confirm with [Setup]. 2. Use [Up] and [Down] to select the menu item ‘rSt’ and confirm with [Setup]. 3. With [Up] and [Down] you can choose between ‘Yes’ (perform reset) and ‘No’ (no reset). Select ‘Yes’ . Confirm the selection with ‘Setup’ . ð The device is reset to the default settings. Software version 1. Press [Mode], use [Up] and [Down] to select the menu item ‘INFO’ and confirm with [Setup]. 2.
Operating Device temperature 1. Press [Mode], use [Up] and [Down] to select the menu item ‘INFO’ and confirm with [Setup]. 2. Use [Up] and [Down] to select the menu item ‘temp’ and confirm with [Setup]. ð The display shows whether the unit's temperature is within the normal range (dis‐ play is ‘-ok-’ ), or whether it is too high (display is ‘-Er-’ ). 3. Press [Mode]. ð The menu is closed.
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Operating Channel Value Function 30…44 Automatic show 03 45…59 Automatic show 04 60…74 Automatic show 05 75…89 Automatic show 06 90…104 Automatic show 07 105…119 Automatic show 08 120…134 Automatic show 09 135…149 Automatic show 10 150…164 Automatic show 11 165…179 Automatic show 12 180…194 Automatic show 13 195…209 Automatic show 14 210…224 Automatic show 15 LED PAR 50
Operating Channel 9 Value Function 225…239 Automatic show 16 240…255 Sound control Programme selection, if channel 8 = 1 … 14 0…14 LEDs off (blackout) 15…29 Red 30…44 Green 45…59 Blue 60…74 White 75…89 Amber 90…104 R(0), G(0), B(0), W(0), A(0), UV(255) 105…119 R(255), G(0), B(0), W(0), A(255), UV(0) 120…134 R(255), G(220,) B(0), W(0), A(0), UV(0) 135…149 R(255), G(0), B(80), W(0), A(0), UV(255) SePar Hex LED RGBAW UV IR 51
Operating Channel 10 Value Function 150…164 R(255), G(0), B(70), W(0), A(0), UV(70) 165…179 R(0), G(255), B(255), W(0,) A(0), UV(0) 180…194 R(255), G(0), B(0), W(170), A(0), UV(0) 195…209 R(0), G(255), B(0), W(170), A(0), UV(0) 210…224 R(0), G(0), B(255), W(170), A(0), UV(0) 225…239 R(255), G(180), B(0), W(130), A(255), UV(0) 240…255 R(255), G(255), B(255), W(255), A(255), UV(255) 0…255 Running speed increasing, if channel 8 = 15…239 0…255 Sensitivity of the built-in microphone for the
Technical specifications 8 Technical specifications Light source 5 × 6in1 LED, 8 W (red, green, blue, amber, white, UV) Optical properties Control Beam angle 20° Dimmer 0…100 % DMX IR remote control (optional) Number of DMX channels Input connections Output connections 6, 8, 10 Voltage supply IEC chassis plug C14 DMX control XLR chassis socket, 3-pin Voltage supply IEC chassis plug C13 DMX control XLR chassis socket, 3-pin Power consumption 21 W SePar Hex LED RGBAW UV IR 53
Technical specifications Supply voltage 100 – 240 V Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 1 A, 250 V, slowblow Degree of protection IP20 Mounting options Hanging, standing Dimensions (W × H × D) 180 mm × 175 mm × 115 mm Weight 1.
Technical specifications Further information Design Flat PAR Colour mixture RGBAWUV LED type x-in-1 Base housing Yes Fanless Yes Remote control Optional Wireless DMX No Housing colour Black SePar Hex LED RGBAW UV IR 55
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 device into a different mode. No response to the DMX con‐ troller 1. If the unit is in DMX mode and the display flashes, no DMX signal is received. Check that the DMX controller is switched on. Check the DMX connectors and cables for proper connection.
Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy 4. Try using another DMX controller. 5. Check to see if the DMX cables run near or alongside to high voltage cables that may cause damage or inter‐ ference to DMX interface circuits. If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de.
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 these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are fed to a recovery. 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 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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