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. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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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 – suspended load. Warning – danger zone. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended for use as a freely moving multifunctional spotlight. 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 conditions is consid- ered 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. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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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.
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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. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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Safety instructions CAUTION! Risk of injury due to movements of the device The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the device, when the device operates in automatic mode or under remote control and when you turn off a DMX controller that is connected to the device.
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Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by qualified service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other malfunction. The device must not be moved during use. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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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 (3, 8 or 13 channels) and via buttons and display on the unit Master / Slave mode Automatic mode with 5 preprogrammed shows Sound control Electronic dimmer 0 to 100% Shutter frequency 0…25 Hz Omega bracket, infrared remote control and 1 m power cord included PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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Features For technological reasons, the light output of LEDs decreases over their lifetime. This effect increases with higher operating temperature. You can extend the service life of the illuminants by providing adequate ventilation and operating the LEDs with the lowest possible brightness. moving head...
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. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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Installation CAUTION! Risk of injury due to movements of the device The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the device, when the device operates in automatic mode or under remote control and when you turn off a DMX controller that is connected to the device.
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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. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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Installation Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer. moving head...
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Installation Mounting options You can install the device on the wall, the ceiling or on the floor. The threads on the housing bottom are used to secure the supplied Omega bracket or truss clamps. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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Installation Inserting the battery into the Press the lock of the battery holder to the centre of the housing and pull out the battery holder remote control like a drawer. Insert the battery. The battery is correct if the positive pole points to the housing base of the remote control.
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. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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Starting up Connections in DMX mode Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX device. Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second one, and so on to form a daisy chain.
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Connect the DMX output of the master device to the DMX input of the first slave device. Then connect the DMX output of the first slave device to the DMX input of the second slave device and so on. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
Connections and controls Connections and controls moving head...
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Decreases the displayed value by one and selects menu items. 6 [ENTER] Calls up the menu for the respective operation mode, confirms a set value. 7 Microphone for sound control. 8 Infrared sensor for receiving remote control signals. 9 [DMX In] DMX input. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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Connections and controls 10 [DMX Out] DMX output 11 IEC chassis plug for the mains cable with fuse holder. 12 Fan moving head...
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Adjusts the light intensity between 0 and 100%. Press repeatedly [Dimmer +] or keep the button pressed to increase the light intensity. Press repeatedly [Dimmer–] or keep the button pressed to decrease the light intensity. 23 [SOUND OFF] Deactivates the sound-control. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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Connections and controls 24 [SHOW] To call up one of the 5 preprogrammed automatic shows, press this button followed by the number button 1 – 5 for the desired show. To cancel a show, press [STAND BY]. 25 [SOUND ON] Activates the sound-control.
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With [Dimmer + / –] , you can set the DMX address. 29 [FULL ON] Press this button to call up the programmed light scene. 30 [GOBO] No function. 31 Infrared diode Sends the infrared signals to the device. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
Operating Operating 7.1 Starting the device CAUTION! Risk of injury due to movements of the device The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the device, when the device operates in automatic mode or under remote control and when you turn off a DMX controller that is connected to the device.
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Operating Main menu Menu level 2 Menu level 3 Menu level 4 Meaning ‘DMX Break’ Device behaviour on DMX signal failure ‘DMX Break : Retaining last settings Hold ’ ‘DMX Break : Performing an automatic run Auto ’ ‘DMX Break : Performing a sound-controlled automatic run Sound ’...
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Microphone sensitivity for sound control ‘00’ … ‘99 ’ , default = 60 ‘Clear Display’ Automatic display shutdown when not in use ‘Always On ’ Display remains on ‘Delay Off ’ Display is dimmed after about 25 seconds PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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Operating Main menu Menu level 2 Menu level 3 Menu level 4 Meaning ‘Key Lock’ Key lock 30 seconds after last keystroke ‘Lock: On’ Switching on ‘Lock: Off’ Turning off ‘Information’ Device information ‘LED Date: ’ Date and time of production ‘Machine Timer’...
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‘Move BlackOut ’ LED ‘off’ on DMX- controlled motion ‘Motor Calibrate ’ Calibration of the Pan Motor Origin motors for rota- HalfStep tion and inclina- tion Test Reset Reverse Tilt Motor Origin HalfStep Test Reset Reverse PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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Operating Main menu Menu level 2 Menu level 3 Menu level 4 Meaning ‘Record Scene’ Recording scenes The displayed names of the colours serve as the names of the scenes. ‘Red ’ ‘Green ’ ‘Blue ’ ‘White ’ ‘Yellow ’ ‘Cyan ’...
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Intensity red (0 % to 100 %) ‘Green’ ‘000’ … ‘255’ Intensity green (0 % to 100 %) ‘Blue’ ‘000’ … ‘255’ Intensity blue (0 % to 100 %) ‘White’ ‘000’ … ‘255’ Intensity white (0 % to 100 %) PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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Operating Main menu Menu level 2 Menu level 3 Menu level 4 Meaning ‘Set Menu’ Saving the parameters, selection option according to ‘Scene Menu’ ‘Green Alone’ Scene ‘Green’ , submenus and selection options according to scene ‘Red’ ‘Blue Alone’ Scene ‘Blue’ , submenus and selection options according to scene ‘Red’ ‘White Alone’...
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Automatic show no. 4, submenus and selection options according to no. 1 ‘Prog 5 Alon Aut’ Automatic show no. 5, submenus and selection options according to no. 1 ‘Sound Alone’ Sound-controlled automatic show, submenus and selection options according to no. 1 PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
Operating 7.3 Functions in 3-channel DMX mode Channel Value Function 0…255 Rotation (pan) (0° up to the maximum value of the Pan range of 540°) 0…255 Inclination (tilt) (0° up to the maximum value of the Tilt range of 270°) 0…255 Master dimmer 0 –...
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Function 0…255 Motor speed (fast to slow) 0…255 Master dimmer 0 – 100% 0…255 Programmes 000…049 No function 050…059 060…069 Green 070…079 Blue 080…089 White 090…099 Yellow 100…109 Cyan 110…119 Purple 120…129 All white 130…139 dark PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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Operating Channel Value Function 140…149 Programme 1 150…159 Programme 2 160…169 Programme 3 170…179 Programme 4 180…189 Programme 5 190…233 No function 234…236 Reset 237…249 No function 250…255 Sound control 0…255 000…255 Speed / Sensitivity moving head...
Fine adjustment inclination (tilt) 0…255 Motor speed (fast to slow) 0…255 Master dimmer 0 – 100% 0…255 000…009 no function (open) 010…255 Strobe effect (1 Hz…25 Hz) 0…255 Intensity red 0…255 Intensity green 0…255 Intensity blue PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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Operating Channel Value Function 0…255 Intensity white 0…255 Programmes 000…049 No function 050…059 060…069 Green 070…079 Blue 080…089 White 090…099 Yellow 100…109 Cyan 110…119 Purple 120…129 All white 130…139 No function 140…149 Programme 1 moving head...
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Operating Channel Value Function 150…159 Programme 2 160…169 Programme 3 170…179 Programme 4 180…189 Programme 5 190…233 No function 234…236 Reset 237…249 No function 250…255 Sound control 0…255 000…255 Speed / Sensitivity PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
Technical specifications Technical specifications Number of DMX channels 3, 8, 13 1 × 60 W High Performance RGBW QuadColour COB LED Voltage supply 100 – 240 V , 50/60 Hz Power consumption 65 W Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 2 A, 250 V, fast-acting Protection class IP 20 Dimensions (W ×...
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Technical specifications Environmental conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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: PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy The unit does not work, no light, Check the mains connection and the main fuse. the fan does not run No response to the DMX con- 1. Check the DMX connectors and cables for proper con- troller nection.
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. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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.
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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. PicoBeam 60 COB RGBW...
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