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  • Page 1 Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 2 Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 E-mail: info@thomann.de Internet: www.thomann.de 26.05.2020, ID: 475607...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Connections and controls........................21 Operating..............................24 6.1 Menu overview..........................31 6.2 Functions in 5-channel mode...................... 32 6.3 Functions in 8-channel mode...................... 33 6.4 Functions in 19-channel mode....................34 6.5 Functions in 91-channel mode....................36 Technical specifications........................38 Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 4 Table of contents Plug and connection assignments....................40 Cleaning............................... 41 Protecting the environment......................42 Fan FX effect panel...
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  • Page 6: General Information

    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. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 7: Further Information

    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. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 8: Notational Conventions

    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. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 9 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 – dangerous optical radiation. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 10 General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 11: Safety Instructions

    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. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 12 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. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 13 WARNING! Eye damage caused by high light intensity Never look directly into the light source. WARNING! Risk of epileptic shock Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 14 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. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 15 Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by qualified service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other malfunction. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 16 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. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 17: Features

    Operating modes: Stand alone, DMX (5, 8, 19, 91 channels) In and outputs: DMX (3-pin) Operating via buttons and display on the unit Power Twist connectors for self-supply and for supplying further devices Robust metal housing with mounting bracket Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 18 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. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 19: Installation And Starting Up

    Connect the units to be controlled via suitable DMX cables to the device. A maximum of 30 devices may be serially connected to each serial port of the controller. The cable length in a series connection for DMX operation should not exceed 100 metres. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 20 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. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 21: Connections And Controls

    Connections and controls Connections and controls Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 22 7 Fuse holder 8 Plug connection for the serial assembly of multiple devices 9 DMX indicator light: lights up when the unit is turned on and receives a DMX signal. 10 Display 11 Buttons for operating the device Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 23 Increases the displayed value by one. Decreases the displayed value by one. 12 [DMX OUT] DMX output (3-pin) for connecting additional DMX units in a DMX universe. 13 [DMX IN] DMX input (3-pin) to control the device via DMX. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 24: Operating

    Press [MENU] to call up the main menu and to switch between the main menu items. to select a submenu or value. Press [ENTER] to confirm the selection. Press [MENU] to return to the parent menu level. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 25 Press [MENU] until the display shows the option ‘DMX MODE’ . Press until the display shows the desired DMX mode. Display Function ‘5CH’ 5-channel mode ‘8CH’ 8-channel mode ‘19CH’ 19-channel mode ‘91CH’ 91-channel mode Press [ENTER] to confirm the selection. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 26 ‘001’ and ‘512’ . Highest available DMX address DMX mode ‘507’ in 5-channel mode ‘504’ in 8-channel mode ‘493’ in 19-channel mode ‘421’ in 91-channel mode Press [ENTER] to confirm the selection. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 27 ‘001’ and ‘255’ . Display Function ‘R-DIM’ ‘001…255’ Intensity LED red ‘G-DIM’ ‘001…255’ Intensity LED green ‘B-DIM’ ‘001…255’ Intensity LED blue Press [ENTER] to confirm the selection. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 28 Press [MENU] until the display shows the option ‘POSITION’ . Press until the display shows the desired value between ‘001’ and ‘255’ . Display Function ‘000…127’ Static position ‘128…191’ Counter-clockwise rotation, speed increasing ‘192…255’ Clockwise rotation, speed increasing Press [ENTER] to confirm the selection. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 29 Press [MENU] until the display shows the option ‘SPEED’ . until the display shows the desired value between ‘01’ and ‘16’ to set the Press running speed from slow to fast. Press [ENTER] to confirm the selection. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 30 The sound control is activated. Press [ENTER] to confirm the selection. Performing a reset Press [MENU] until the display shows the option ‘Reset’ . Press [ENTER] to confirm the selection. ð The reset is carried out. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 31: Menu Overview

    Operating 6.1 Menu overview Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 32: Functions In 5-Channel Mode

    Dimmer function (0 % … 100 %) 0 … 255 Intensity LED red (0 % … 100 %) 0 … 255 Intensity LED green (0 % … 100 %) 0 … 255 Intensity LED blue (0 % … 100 %) Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 33: Functions In 8-Channel Mode

    Intensity LED green (0 % … 100 %) 000 … 255 Intensity LED blue (0 % … 100 %) 000 … 255 RGB colour mixing 000 … 255 Selecting one of 35 automatic shows 0 … 255 Programme speed (slow … fast) Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 34: Functions In 19-Channel Mode

    Intensity blue pixels ring 2 (0 % … 100 %) 0 … 255 Intensity red pixels ring 3 (0 % … 100 %) 0 … 255 Intensity green pixels ring 3 (0 % … 100 %) Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 35 Intensity red pixels ring 6 (0 % … 100 %) 0 … 255 Intensity green pixels ring 6 (0 % … 100 %) 0 … 255 Intensity blue pixels ring 6 (0 % … 100 %) Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 36: Functions In 91-Channel Mode

    Blade 1 segment 2 green (0 % … 100 %) 0 … 255 Blade 1 segment 2 blue (0 % … 100 %) … 0 … 255 Blade 1 segment 6 red (0 % … 100 %) Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 37 Blade 5 segment 5 red (0 % … 100 %) 0 … 255 Blade 5 segment 5 green (0 % … 100 %) 0 … 255 Blade 5 segment 5 blue (0 % … 100 %) Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 38: Technical Specifications

    (Power Twist) DMX control XLR chassis socket, 3-pin Output connections Voltage supply lockable output socket (Power Twist) DMX control XLR chassis socket, 3-pin Power consumption 55 W Operating supply voltage AC 100 – 240 V 50/60 Hz Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 39 Dimensions (W × H × D) 500 mm × 500 mm × 110 mm Weight 7.0 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing Further information Type Wall decoration Rechargeable battery operation Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 40 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’) Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 41 Clean with a dry soft cloth. Stubborn dirt can be removed with a slightly dampened cloth. Never use solvents or alcohol for cleaning. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 42 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. Fan FX effect panel...
  • Page 44 Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...

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