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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’ . SD-10 DMX recorder...
Press [Auto]. ð Automatic operation is started. 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. SD-10 DMX recorder...
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NOTICE! 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 – danger zone. SD-10 DMX recorder...
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. SD-10 DMX recorder...
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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. SD-10 DMX recorder...
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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. SD-10 DMX recorder...
Data storage for 96 channels, 9 chases and 9 strobe programmes, each with up to 48 steps Playback of DMX sequences on the DMX output either manually or timer controlled Speed and fading between recorded scenes adjustable Sound-controlled operation via built-in microphone possible Operating via buttons and display on the unit SD-10 DMX recorder...
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. SD-10 DMX recorder...
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Connect the output of the first DMX device (1) to the input of the second one and so on, to form a series connection. Make sure that the output of the last DMX device (n) in the chain is terminated by a resistor (110 Ω, ¼ W). SD-10 DMX recorder...
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While both the device and the DMX controller are in operation, the [DMX] LED lights up and thereby indicates that a DMX signal is being received on the input. Connect the included AC adapter to the device, then to the mains. Switch the unit on with the main switch to start operation. SD-10 DMX recorder...
Connections and controls Connections and controls SD-10 DMX recorder...
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5 [DISPLAY] [DMX]: Indicates that a DMX signal is being received. [AUDIO]: Lights when playing in Audio mode. [MANUAL]: Lights when playing in Manual mode. When playing back in Auto mode, neither [AUDIO] nor [MANUAL] will light. SD-10 DMX recorder...
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Selects chaser programmes for recording or playback. 9 [BLACK-OUT] Function button with different meaning, depending on the current mode. 10 [FADE+SPEED/DEL] Function button with different meaning, depending on the current mode. 11 [SPEED] Function button with different meaning, depending on the current mode. SD-10 DMX recorder...
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Connections and controls 12 [STROBE] Selects strobe programmes for recording or playback. 13 [UP] / Increases the displayed value by one. SD-10 DMX recorder...
[RECORD/MODE]. ð As soon as all the LEDs light up, the scene is saved. You can save up to 48 scenes. Press [BLACK-OUT] until the [RECORD/MODE] LED turns off to stop recording SD-10 DMX recorder...
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ð The LED above the button lights up. Press [PROGRAM] or [STROBE] to select chase or strobe programmes. ð The LED next to the corresponding button lights up. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired programme. Press [FADE+SPEED/DEL] to delete the selected programme. SD-10 DMX recorder...
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ð The LED next to the corresponding button lights up. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired programme. Press [RECORD/MODE]. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select a scene you want to delete. Press [FADE+SPEED/DEL] to delete the selected scene. SD-10 DMX recorder...
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Press [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired programme. Press [RECORD/MODE]. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select the scene where you want to add another. Now create a scene on your DMX controller. If you want to add this scene, press [RECORD/MODE]. SD-10 DMX recorder...
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ð The LED next to the corresponding button lights up. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired scene. Press [PROGRAM] or [STROBE] to exit the Preview mode. Quitting Recording mode Press [BLACK-OUT] until the [RECORD/MODE] LED turns off to stop recording SD-10 DMX recorder...
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ð The display shows ‘SP01’ . Now you can set the beat time or fade time of the first step of the first scene. Press [SPEED] to adjust the speed of the scene. Press [FADE+SPEED/DEL] to adjust the fade speed. SD-10 DMX recorder...
When you turn on the device, it is automatically in Run mode. Press [RECORD/MODE] to acti- vate the programmes in audio, Manual or Auto mode. Make sure that these programmes con- tain previously saved scenes, otherwise they will not run. SD-10 DMX recorder...
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Press [PROGRAM] or [STROBE]. If necessary: disable [BLACK-OUT]. Press [UP] or [DOWN] repeatedly until you have selected the desired programme. ð The selected programme is controlled by the rhythm of the music received by the built-in microphone. SD-10 DMX recorder...
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Press [UP] or [DOWN] to adjust the speed between 0,1 s and 600 s. The display shows the selected speed. ‘1:00’ corresponds to one minute; ‘1.00’ corresponds to one second. Press [SPEED] or [FADE+SPEED/DEL] to complete the setting. SD-10 DMX recorder...
Make sure that the receiving device is in Receive mode to fully receive the file. Press [FADE+SPEED/DEL] to send the data set. During sending, no other functions are accessible. When sending is complete, the display shows ‘END’ . Press any button to exit this mode. SD-10 DMX recorder...
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Press [STROBE] and [BLACK-OUT] simultaneously. If the device has saved scenes, the dis- play shows ‘SURE’ , otherwise ‘IN’ . Press [FADE+SPEED/DEL] to receive the data set. ð The display shows ‘IN’ . When receiving is complete, the display shows ‘END’ . Press any button to exit this mode. SD-10 DMX recorder...
Press [PROGRAM] to complete the setting. Clearing memory, resetting to factory defaults Switch off the device. Press [PROGRAM], [UP] and [FADE+SPEED/DEL] simultaneously until the device powers ð The memory is cleared, the device is reset to factory defaults. SD-10 DMX recorder...
Technical specifications Technical specifications Voltage supply Wall plug transformer (12 V/ 300 mA ), positive pole via inner contact Dimensions (W × H × D) 220 mm × 65 mm × 72 mm Weight 0.8 kg SD-10 DMX recorder...
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’) SD-10 DMX recorder...
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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. SD-10 DMX recorder...
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