Connections and controls........................23 Operating..............................26 7.1 Starting the device........................... 26 7.2 Main menu............................26 7.3 Menu overview..........................34 7.4 Functions in DMX mode 1 (1 channel)..................35 7.5 Functions in DMX mode 2 (2 channels)................... 38 LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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Table of contents 7.6 Functions in DMX mode 3 (5 channels)................... 41 7.7 Functions in DMX mode 4 (6 channels)................... 42 7.8 Functions in DMX mode 5 (8 channels)................... 43 Technical specifications........................45 Plug and connection assignments....................46 Troubleshooting............................47 Cleaning...............................
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. LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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.
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. LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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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. WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
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General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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.
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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. LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock caused by short-circuit 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 registered electrician. WARNING! Eye damage caused by high light intensity Never look directly into the light source.
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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. LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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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.
Control via DMX (five different modes) as well as via buttons and display on the unit Built-in automatic show programmes Stroboscope effect with adjustable speed Sound control via built-in microphone Master / Slave mode Robust aluminium die-cast housing LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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.
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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. LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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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. Options You can install the device in either the hanging or standing position.
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Installation Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer. LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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. LED PAR...
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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). LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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Starting up 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. This function is ideal when you want to start a show immediately. Connect the DMX output of the master device to the DMX input of the first slave device.
Connections and controls Connections and controls LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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Connections and controls 1 [DMX OUT] DMX output. 2 [DMX IN] DMX input. 3 Power cord. 4 [MIC] Microphone for sound control. 5 Display and control buttons: [MENU] Activates the main menu and toggles between menu items. Closes an opened submenu. [ENTER] Selects an option of the respective operating mode, confirms the set value.
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The LED lights up when the built-in microphone for the sound control detects a signal. [MASTER] This LED lights up when the device is configured as ‘Master’. [SLAVE] The LED indicates that the device is in ‘Slave’ mode. LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
Operating Operating 7.1 Starting the device Connect the device to the power supply to start operation. 7.2 Main menu Press [MENU] to open the main menu. Use the arrow buttons to navigate between sub‐ menus in the main menu. To open the highlighted submenu, press [ENTER]. LED PAR...
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DMX address for the various DMX modes. Mode Highest possible DMX address 1 (1-channel) 2 (2-channel) 3 (5-channel) 4 (6-channel) 5 (8-channel) Press [ENTER] to apply the changes and to return to the main menu. LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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Operating Operating mode Automatic Automatic operation can only be activated when the unit is operating in stand alone mode or as master in a master / slave combination. This setting is only relevant if the device is not con‐ trolled via DMX. Press [MENU] and use to highlight the option ‘Shnd’...
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(setting ‘OFF’ ) or specify the microphone sensitivity in a range from ‘1’ (lowest sensitivity) … ‘100’ (maximum sensitivity). Press [ENTER] to apply the changes and to return to the main menu. LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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Operating Sound-controlled automatic The sound controlled automatic show can only be activated when the unit is operating in show stand alone mode or as master in a master / slave combination. This setting is only relevant if the device is not controlled via DMX. Press [MENU] and use to highlight the option ‘Soud’...
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Intensity green (0 % … 100 %) ‘bLUE’ Intensity blue (0 % … 100 %) ‘Ult’ Intensity white (0 % … 100 %) Press [ENTER] to apply the changes and to return to the main menu. LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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Operating Display off time Press [MENU] and use to highlight the option ‘Led’ in the main menu. Confirm with [ENTER]. To set how the display behaves when no button is pressed for a certain time, select one of the options listed below. Menu item Meaning ‘ON’...
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To set how the unit reacts when the DMX signal fails, select between ‘blnd’ (if the DMX signal fails, all values are set to zero) or ‘FrEE’ (if the DMX signal fails, the last received values are retained). Press [ENTER] to apply the changes and to return to the main menu. LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
Value Function Colour macros 0…6 No function 7…13 Colour 1 14…20 Colour 2 21…27 Colour 3 28…34 Colour 4 35…41 Colour 5 42…48 Colour 6 49…55 Colour 7 56…62 Colour 8 63…69 Colour 9 LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
Intensity red (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity green (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity blue (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity white (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Master dimmer (0 % to 100 %) LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
Operating 7.7 Functions in DMX mode 4 (6 channels) 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 Intensity white (0 % to 100 %) Strobe effect 0…8 No function...
Intensity white (0 % to 100 %) Strobe effect 0…8 No function 9…255 Stroboscope effect, increasing speed 0…255 Master dimmer (0 % to 100 %) Special functions 0…31 No function 32…63 Automatic fade in LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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Operating Channel Value Function 64…95 Automatic fade out 96…127 Automatic fade In / out 128…159 Automatic colour transition 160…191 Colour change (3 colours) 192…223 Colour change (7 colours) 224…255 Sound control 0…255 Depending on the operating mode, either setting the microphone sensitivity or the pro‐ gramme speed LED PAR...
1, 2, 5, 6, or 8 channels, depending on operating mode Operating supply voltage AC 100 – 240 V 50/60 Hz Power consumption 30 W max. Dimensions (L × W × H) 210 mm × 145 mm × 270 mm Weight 2.1 kg LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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’...
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. We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting: LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy The unit does not work, no Check the mains connection and the fuse. light. No response to the DMX con‐ 1. Check the DMX ports and cables for proper connection. troller. 2. Check the address settings and the DMX polarity. 3.
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. LED Mini Studio PAR RGBW 3x8W...
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.