Installation and starting up........................ 16 Connections and controls........................23 Operating..............................29 6.1 Starting the device........................... 29 6.2 Main menu............................29 6.3 IR remote control..........................32 6.4 Menu overview..........................33 6.5 Functions in DMX mode........................ 34 Technical specifications........................35 BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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Table of contents Plug and connection assignments....................38 Troubleshooting............................39 Cleaning............................... 41 Protecting the environment......................42 BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐ fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics Online guides and terms. Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline. If you have any problems with the device the customer service will Service gladly assist you. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics. Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ . 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. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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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 – dangerous optical radiation. Warning – suspended load. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
Extend the life of the device by regular breaks in operation and avoid switching it on and off frequently. This device is not suitable for continuous use. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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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. WARNING! Eye damage caused by high light intensity Never look directly into the light source. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos‐ sibly 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. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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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. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
For technological reasons, the light output of LEDs decreases over their lifetime. This effect increases with higher operating temperature. You can extend the service life of the illuminants by providing adequate ventilation and operating the LEDs with the lowest possible brightness. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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Installation and starting up Ceiling or wall mounting The device is designed for ceiling or wall mounting and has for this purpose two mounting tabs on the bottom. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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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). BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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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. Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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Such a chain may consist of up to 30 DMX devices. Make sure that the output of the last device in the chain is terminated by a resistor (110 Ω, ¼ W). BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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DMX input of the first slave unit. Then connect the DMX output of the first slave unit to the DMX input of the second slave unit and so on (maximum 30 slaves). BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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Insert the battery. The battery is correct, if the positive pole points to the housing bottom of the remote control. Slide the battery holder back into the remote until it clicks into place. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
Connections and controls Connections and controls BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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[UP]: Button to increase the displayed value by one. [DOWN]: Button to decrease the displayed value by one. [ENTER]: Confirms a selected value. 4 [SWITCH] On / off switch. 5 [POWER] Connector for the power adapter. 6 [DMX OUT] DMX output. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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Connections and controls 7 [DMX IN] DMX input. 8 Slot for an optional battery (not supplied). BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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Connections and controls Remote control BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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Buttons to switch between programmes and to increase / decrease numeric values. 15 Buttons for colour selection. [W] for white light. [R], [G], or [B] for primary colours red, green and blue. 16 [STROBE] Button to turn the strobe effect on or off. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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Connections and controls 17 Numeric buttons 0 … 9 for direct value input. 18 [SOUND 1], [SOUND 2] Buttons to activate sound-control mode 1 or 2. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
/ off switch to start operation. 6.2 Main menu Press [MENU] to activate the main menu. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to change the respectively dis‐ played value. Wenn das Display den gewünschten Wert anzeigt, drücken Sie [ENTER]. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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This setting is only relevant if the device is not controlled via DMX. The device can operate in stand-alone mode or control connected devices of the same type, that must be configured as slaves. The auto show can only be activated on the master device. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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[MENU] to return to the parent menu. To return to the parent menu without making changes, press [MENU]. Firmware version Press [MENU] repeatedly until the display shows ‘ver’ . Press [ENTER]. The current firmware ver‐ sion will appear on the display. To return to the parent menu, press [MENU]. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
Press [MENU], [UP] or [DOWN] repeatedly until the display shows ‘reno’ . Confirm with [ENTER]. Use [UP] and [DOWN] to select the option ‘on’ to operate the unit via the IR remote control. Confirm with [ENTER]. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
Intensity green and white (0 % bis 100 %) 0…255 Intensity blue and amber (0 % to 100 %) 0…7 No function 8…255 Strobe frequency slow to fast 0…15 No function 16…239 Selecting an automatic programme 240…255 Selecting a sound-controlled programme BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
Input connections Power supply Connection socket DMX control XLR chassis socket, 3-pin Output connections DMX control XLR chassis socket, 3-pin Power consumption 20 W Power supply Power adapter (15 V , min. 2 A, centre positive) BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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Mounting options Standing, wall or ceiling mounting Dimensions (W × H × D) 182 × 169 × 169 mm Weight 0.48 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 50 %, non condensing BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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Technical specifications Further information Similar design Mirror ball DMX control Master/Slave Remote control Included Sound control Display Housing colour black BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
The unit offers a 3-pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3-pin XLR plug for DMX input. Please refer to the drawing and table below for the pin assignment of a suitable XLR plug. Configuration Ground, shielding Signal inverted (DMX–, ‘cold signal’) Signal (DMX+, ‘hot signal’) BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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: BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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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. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
The fan grids of the device must be cleaned of any contamination, such as dust, etc. on a reg‐ ular basis. Before cleaning, switch off the device and disconnect mains-operated devices from the mains. Only use pH-neutral, solvent-free and non-abrasive cleaning agents. Clean the unit with a slightly damp lint-free cloth. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
Batteries must not be disposed of as domestic waste or thrown into fire. Dispose of the bat‐ teries according to national or local regulations regarding hazardous waste. To protect the environment, dispose of empty batteries at your retail store or at appropriate collection sites. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...
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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. BAT.BALL 6in1 RGBWAP LED effect...