Table of contents Table of contents General notes............................... 4 1.1 Further information........................... 5 1.2 Notational conventions........................6 1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 7 Safety instructions............................. 9 Features............................... 13 Installation..............................15 Starting up..............................16 Connections and controls........................20 Operating..............................22 Technical specifications........................23 Plug and connection assignments....................
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’...
General notes Instructions The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is indented and highlighted by an arrow. Example: Switch on the device. 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.
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General notes 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. 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.
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended for the wireless transmission of DMX signals in lighting systems. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
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Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock caused by high voltages inside 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.
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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. 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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Safety instructions NOTICE! Possible staining The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or 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.
Features Features Special features of the device: Professional W-DMX receiver Wireless signal transmission in frequency range 2,4 GHz (ISM band) without interference Toll-free operation in the EU and NAFTA countries, no permit required Operation via button on the unit LED for monitoring the operating status Lockable input socket (Power Twist IP65) for mains power supply Suitable power cable included Robust aluminium die-cast housing with various mounting options...
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Features Information about protection Equipment with protection class IP65 are dust-tight and completely protected against contact class IP65 (first code number). They are also protected against splash water from any angle (second code digit). That is why this equipment can also be used outdoors. Event technology equipment is generally only designed for temporary use however (event lighting) and not for permanent use outdoors.
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.
Starting up Starting up 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. receiver...
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Starting up Point-to-point connection Connect a compatible transmitter to the DMX output of your DMX controller and a receiver to the DMX input of the first DMX device in the DMX chain that is to be controlled. In this point- to-point configuration the DMX signal from one transmitter is sent to one receiver.
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Starting up Point-to-multipoint connection Connect a compatible transmitter to the DMX output of your DMX controller and a receiver to the DMX input of each first DMX device in the DMX chains that are to be controlled. In this point-to-multipoint configuration the DMX signal from one transmitter is sent to several receivers.
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Starting up DMX chain Connect the output of the first DMX device 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 in the chain is terminated by a resistor (110 Ω, ¼...
Connections and controls Connections and controls Front panel receiver...
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Connections and controls 1 Antenna 2 Pressure compensation element 3 [FUNCTION] Illuminated button for switching the operating mode. The LED shows the current operating status. Off: The receiver is not connected to a transmitter On: The receiver is connected to a transmitter, the transmission of the DMX data is running Flashing: The receiver is connected to a transmitter, but no DMX signal is transmitted 4 Lockable input socket (Power Twist IP65) for mains power supply.
Operating Operating Connecting to transmitter Connect the receiver to the mains and make sure that also the transmitter is switched If the annular [FUNCTION] LED on the receiver is not lit, press [FUNCTION] on the trans- mitter. The LEDs on the transmitter and receiver flash quickly for a few seconds. ð...
Technical specifications Technical specifications Frequency band 2.4 GHz Range (outdoors) approx. 500 m Operating supply voltage AC 230 V 50 Hz Power consumption Dimensions (W × H × D, without antenna) 135 mm × 90 mm × 80 mm Weight 1.0 kg WLS-DMX Outdoor Receiver IP65...
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’...
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.
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Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy No response to the DMX con- 1. Check the power supply of transmitter and receiver. troller 2. Make sure that transmitter and receiver are operating in the same frequency range. 3. Check the DMX connectors and cables for proper con- nection.
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Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy 4. If you use more than one wireless system at the same time, check the used frequencies and channels. 5. Interference can also be caused by other radio or in- ear systems. If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de.
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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