General notes General notes This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual.
General notes 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. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly.
General notes 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’...
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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 – high-voltage. Warning – suspended load. Fan-200 DMX...
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General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. wind machine...
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety. Fan-200 DMX...
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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.
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The load capacity of trusses or other fixtures must be sufficient for the intended number of devices. Not that the movement of the head places additional loads on the load-bearing parts. Fan-200 DMX...
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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. 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.
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PVC floor and after some time cause permanent dark stains. In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the floor, but use felt-pad floor protectors or a carpet. Fan-200 DMX...
Features Features Adjustable fan speed Adjustable inclination angle (180°) Control via DMX and via buttons and display on the unit Timer function 3 and 5-pin DMX connectors Lockable connectors (Power Twist) for self-supply and for supplying further devices Canned motor for use with foggers Omega brackets for truss mounting enclosed Power supply cable (Power Twist) included wind machine...
You can install the device standing or hanging. When in use, the device must be mounted at a solid surface or clamped to an approved truss. Work from a stable platform whenever you install or move the device or when you perform any kind of maintenance. Block access under the work area. Fan-200 DMX...
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Installation and starting up Mounting options WARNING! Risk of injury caused by falling objects Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment, such as a safety cable or a safety chain. wind machine...
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Installation and starting up The threads on the bottom are used for secure truss mounting of the device using omega brackets. Additionally secure the device by a safety-rope against falling. A Threads for attaching Omega brackets. B Safety eyelet. Fan-200 DMX...
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Installation and starting up Wiring 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. NOTICE! Possible data transmission errors For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐ nary microphone cables.
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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). Fan-200 DMX...
Connections and controls Connections and controls Front view wind machine...
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Connections and controls 1 Operating panel with display. 2 Locking screw for fixing the fan housing. 3 Grab handle Fan-200 DMX...
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Connections and controls Operating panel with display 4 Display 5 [FUNCTION] Button for selecting the setting parameter. 6 [UP] Increases the displayed value by one. wind machine...
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Connections and controls 7 [DOWN] Decreases the displayed value by one. 8 [MANUAL] Button for manually controlling the fan. 9 [VOLUME] Button for adjusting the fan speed. 10 [TIMER] Button to activate the TIMER mode. Fan-200 DMX...
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Connections and controls Rear panel wind machine...
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Lockable output socket (Power Twist) to supply further units. 13 [Fuse] Fuse holder 14 [Voltage] Main switch to turn the device on and off. 15 [DMX OUTPUT] 5-pin DMX output. 16 [DMX INPUT] 5-pin DMX input. 17 [DMX OUTPUT] 3-pin DMX output. Fan-200 DMX...
The fan runs in continuous operation, the setting takes effect immediately and can be changed any time. Manual operation Use the button [MANUAL] to control the fan manually. The fan runs with maximum speed as long as you keep the button pressed. Fan-200 DMX...
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Operating DMX operation In DMX mode, the device is controlled by a DMX controller. The following table shows the assignment of the three channels. Channel Function Value Fan speed 0% … 100% Interval between two operating 1m … 999m or 5s … 999s phases Operating phase duration 1m …...
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‘5s’ … ‘999s’ depending on the setting of ‘TimingSet’ . ‘VolumeSet’ Fan speed, value range ‘1’ … ‘9’ . ‘DMX512’ DMX address, value range ‘1’ … ‘512’ . ‘TimingSet’ Time unit selection for parameters ‘IntervalSet’ and ‘DurationSet’ , value range minutes ‘MIN’ and seconds ‘SEC’ . Fan-200 DMX...
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Operating If you don't press any button for about 15 seconds, the display shows the first setting param‐ eter ‘IntervalSet’ again. Press [TIMER] to start the timer-controlled operation. The display shows the settings ‘IntervalSet’ and ‘DurationSet’ . Or connect a DMX controller to control the device after respective address assignment. wind machine...
200 W Operating supply voltage AC 230 V 50 Hz Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 12 A, 250 V, fast-acting Dimensions (W × H × D) 430 mm × 460 mm × 400 mm Weight 9.8 kg Fan-200 DMX...
Plug and connection assignments 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. Please take our tips, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into a socket, the result of an incorrect connection may be a destroyed DMX controller, a short circuit or ‘just’...
The fan grids of the device must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dust and dirt. Before cleaning, switch off the device and disconnect AC-powered devices from the mains. Use a lint- free damp cloth for cleaning. Never use solvents or alcohol for cleaning. Fan-200 DMX...
Protecting the environment 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.
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