Stairville Tri Flat PAR Profile User Manual

Stairville Tri Flat PAR Profile User Manual

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  • Page 1 Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB LED PAR user manual...
  • 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 17.08.2015, ID: 317335 (V2)
  • Page 3 Installation..............................16 Starting up..............................20 Connections and controls........................23 Operating..............................32 7.1 Starting the device........................... 32 7.2 Main menu............................32 7.3 Menu overview..........................38 7.4 Temperature monitoring......................39 7.5 Functions in 3-channel DMX mode................... 39 Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 4 Table of contents 7.6 Functions in 5-channel DMX mode................... 40 7.7 Functions in 7-channel DMX mode................... 40 7.8 Remote control..........................43 Technical data............................46 Plug and connection assignments....................47 Troubleshooting............................48 Cleaning............................... 51 Protecting the environment......................52 LED PAR...
  • Page 5: General Notes

    If you sell the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual. Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to change. Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 6: Further Information

    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.
  • Page 7: Notational Conventions

    References to other locations in this manual are identified by an arrow and the specified page number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-reference to jump to the specified location. Example: See Ä ‘Cross-references’ on page 7. Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 8: Symbols And Signal Words

    General notes 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. 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.
  • Page 9 General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – suspended load. Warning – danger zone. Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 10: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used as an electronic illumination effect using LED technics. 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.
  • Page 11 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. Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 12 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.
  • Page 13 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. Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 14 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.
  • Page 15: Features

    Control via DMX (3 different modes), with the included infrared remote control and via buttons and display on the unit Nine preprogrammed automatic shows Sound control Master / slave mode Rugged metal housing in compact design Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 16: Installation

    Installation Installation Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
  • Page 17 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. Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 18 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 device standing or hanging upside down.
  • Page 19 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. Remove the plastic foil prior to first use. Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 20: Starting Up

    Starting up Starting up Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high- quality cables for all connections. LED PAR...
  • Page 21 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). Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 22 Starting up DMX indicator If the unit is in DMX mode and a DMX controller is connected and turned on, the ‘d’ flashes in the first position of the display. Connections in master/slave When you configure a group of devices in master/slave mode, the first unit will control the mode other units for an automatic, sound-activated, synchronized show.
  • Page 23: Connections And Controls

    Connections and controls Connections and controls Overview Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 24 Connections and controls 1 Infrared receiver for the IR remote control signal. 2 Bottom side with inputs (DMX and power supply). 3 Locking screws for the mounting brackets. 4 Rubber feet for floor placement. 5 Top side and controls. 6 Mounting brackets for floor placement or hanging. LED PAR...
  • Page 25 Connections and controls Connection panel Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 26 Connections and controls 7 [DMX In] DMX input. 8 [DMX Out] DMX output. 9 [Power Out] IEC chassis socket for the power supply cable to the next unit. 10 [Power In] IEC chassis plug for operating voltage supply, with fuse holder. LED PAR...
  • Page 27 Connections and controls Controls Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 28 Connections and controls 11 Display. 12 Button [Down] Navigates downwards in a menu list. Decrements the displayed value by one. 13 Button [Up] Navigates upwards in a menu list. Increments the displayed value by one. 14 Button [Setup] Chooses between the options of the selected mode. 15 Button [Mode] Activates the main menu and moves between menu items.
  • Page 29 Connections and controls Remote control Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 30 Connections and controls 21 [BLACK OUT] Enables or disables blackout. 22 [AUTO] Enables or disables auto mode. 23 [SOUND] Starts the sound-controlled automatic show. 24 [SPEED] Allows setting the speed for the flash light function using the [+] and [–] buttons. 25 [SENSITIVITY] Allows setting the sensitivity for the sound control using the [+] and [–] buttons.
  • Page 31 30 [R], [G], [B] Sets the intensity of the three basic colours red, green and blue when displaying a constant colour. 31 [+], [–] Increases or decreases the set value. 32 Direct selection button for mixed colours. Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 32: Operating

    Operating Operating 7.1 Starting the device Connect the device to the power supply to start operation. After a few seconds, the display indicates that a reset is in progress. The device is then ready for use. The display shows the operating mode that was selected when the unit was last powered off.
  • Page 33 [Down] to select a value between ‘SP.01’ ’ (slow) and ‘SP.FL’ (fast). To adjust the strobe frequency, press [Setup] again. The display shows ‘FS.xx’ . Now use [Up] and [Down] to select a value between ‘FS.00’ (slow) and ‘FS.99’ (fast). Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 34 Operating Operating mode ‘Automatic’ This operating mode can only be activated when the unit is working alone or as Master in a Master / Slave combination. This setting is only relevant when the unit is not DMX-controlled. Press [Mode] repeatedly until the display shows ‘AUTO’ . The playback of the built-in automatic programme starts automatically.
  • Page 35 DMX address for the various DMX modes. Mode Highest possible DMX address 3-channel 5-channel 7-channel Press [Setup]. Now use [Up] and [Down] to select one of the following DMX operating modes: ‘3-ch’ (three channels) ‘5-ch’ (five channels) ‘7-ch’ (seven channels) Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 36 Operating Operating mode ‘Slave’ This setting is only relevant when the unit is working as Slave in a Master / Slave combination and is not DMX-controlled. Press [Mode] repeatedly until the display shows ‘SLAv’ . Sound control The sound-controlled automatic show can only be activated when the unit is working alone or as Master in a Master / Slave combination.
  • Page 37 Reset to factory defaults To reset all settings you have made to factory defaults, press [Mode] and [Setup] simultane‐ ously for five seconds. After the reset, the unit operates in automatic mode. The display shows ‘AUTO’ . Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 38: Menu Overview

    Operating 7.3 Menu overview LED PAR...
  • Page 39: Temperature Monitoring

    Contact details can be found at www.thomann.de. 7.5 Functions in 3-channel DMX mode Channel Value Function 0…255 Intensity red (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity green (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity blue (0 % to 100 %) Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 40: Functions In 5-Channel Dmx Mode

    Operating 7.6 Functions in 5-channel DMX mode Channel Value Function 0…255 Intensity red (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity green (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity blue (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Strobe effect, increasing speed 7.7 Functions in 7-channel DMX mode...
  • Page 41 Preprogrammed automatic show no. 4 112…139 Preprogrammed automatic show no. 5 140…167 Preprogrammed automatic show no. 6 168…195 Preprogrammed automatic show no. 7 196…223 Preprogrammed automatic show no. 8 224…251 Preprogrammed automatic show no. 9 Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 42 Operating Channel Value Function 252…255 Sound-controlled show Constant colour, when channel 5 = 1…24: 0…27 Dark 28…55 56…83 Orange 84…111 Yellow 112…139 Light green 140…167 Light blue 168…195 Blue 196…223 Purple 224…251 Pink 252…255 Red + green + blue Progress speed, when channel 5 = 25…255: LED PAR...
  • Page 43: Remote Control

    ‘SP.01’ (slow) and ‘SP.FL’ (fast). Press [STROBE] to set the flash frequency. The display shows ‘FS.xx’ . Use [%], [+] and [–] to select a value between ‘FS.00’ (slow) and ‘FS.99’ (fast). Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 44 Operating Operating mode ‘Automatic’ The automatic mode can only be activated when the unit is operating alone or as master in a master-slave combination. This setting is only relevant if the device is not controlled via DMX. Press [AUTO]. The display shows ‘AUTO’ , the playback of the built-in automatic programme starts automatically.
  • Page 45 Press [BLACKOUT] to switch the LEDs off or on again. Then the unit continues to operate in the last selected operating mode. The Blackout function is only available when the unit is not controlled via DMX. Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 46: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data Number of DMX channels 3, 5 or 7 channels, depending on operating mode Lamp 18 × 3 W LEDs (RGB) Beam angle approx. 25° Mains power supply 100 … 240 V (AC), 50/60 Hz Power consumption 60 W 5 mm ×...
  • Page 47: Plug And Connection Assignments

    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’) Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 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.
  • Page 49 1. Try the remote control at a different angle to the trol receiver on the front of the device. 2. Move the remote control closer to the unit. 3. Check the remote control battery. Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 50 Troubleshooting If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. LED PAR...
  • Page 51: Cleaning

    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. Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 52: Protecting The Environment

    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 these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are fed to a recovery.
  • Page 53 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. Tri Flat PAR Profile 18x3W RGB...
  • Page 54 Notes LED PAR...
  • Page 56 Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...

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