Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................5 1.1 Further information........................... 6 1.2 Notational conventions........................7 1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 7 Safety instructions..........................10 Features............................... 15 Installation..............................17 Starting up..............................22 Connections and operating elements................... 25 Operating..............................28 7.1 Starting the device...........................
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Table of contents 7.6 Functions in 4-channel DMX mode (Ar1.d)................42 7.7 Functions in 4-channel DMX mode (Arc.2)................43 7.8 Functions in 5-channel DMX mode (Ac2.d)................44 7.9 Functions in 6-channel DMX mode (Ac2.s)................45 7.10 Functions in 11-channel DMX mode (STAGE)..............46 Technical specifications........................
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General information 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’...
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General information 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 information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – suspended load. Warning – danger zone. Stage Flood Inst QCL 24x10W...
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended for use as an electronic lighting effect by means of LED technology. 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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Safety instructions Safety DANGER! Danger for children Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard! Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from the unit.
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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 WARNING! Risk of epileptic shock Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights. NOTICE! Risk of fire Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat source.
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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.
Features Features Special features of the device: 24 QCL LEDs (RGBW) Operation in stand-alone and DMX mode (7 different modes) Simple operation via display and buttons on the unit 10 preprogrammed automatic shows 10 preprogrammed automatic programmes, editable Master / Slave mode Robust aluminium housing Due to degree of protection IP65 outdoor operation is also possible Phoenix®...
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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 check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product 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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Installation WARNING! Risk of injury caused by falling objects Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment, such as a safety cable or a safety chain. NOTICE! Risk of overheating The distance between light output and the illuminated surface must be more...
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Installation NOTICE! Use of stands 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. NOTICE! Possible data transmission errors For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐...
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Installation Connecting the DMX IP65 con‐ nectors Proceed as follows to connect the DMX-IP65 connectors: Insert the plug completely and straight into the coupling. Make sure that the flexible sealing ring has complete contact. Turn the union nut straight onto the thread of the coupling. Hand-tighten the union nut. LED floodlight...
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Installation Mounting options You can install the unit in hanging or standing position. When in use, the device must always be attached to a solid surface or an approved truss. Use the openings of the bracket provided for mounting. Always work from a stable platform whenever installing, moving or servicing the unit. In doing so, the area underneath the unit must be cordoned off.
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 floodlight...
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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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Starting up As per EIA-485 a maximum of 32 devices may be connected in a daisy-chain configuration. The length of the data connection should not exceed 500 m. An additional limitation results from the power supply (see below). Connections in ‘Master / When you configure a group of devices in ‘Master / Slave’...
Connections and operating elements Connections and operating elements Stage Flood Inst QCL 24x10W...
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Connections and operating elements [DMX IN] DMX input. [POWER IN] Connection for the power supply. [ENTER] button Selects an option of the respective operating mode, confirms the set value. [MENU] button Activates the main menu and toggles between menu items. Closes an opened submenu. Display.
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Connections and operating elements [DMX OUT] DMX output. [POWER OUT] Voltage output for powering further devices. Bracket for floor placement or hanging. Carrying handles. Locking levers. By turning the levers you can loosen the locking and then adjust the inclination of the spotlight. When the desired position is adjusted, fasten the levers again.
Operating Operating 7.1 Starting the device Connect the unit to the power grid to start the operation. 7.2 Main menu Press [MENU] to activate the main menu and select an operating mode. Use [ENTER] to select further options. Use [UP] and [DOWN] to change the respectively displayed value. When the display shows the desired value, press [ENTER].
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Operating Operating mode ‘Static colour’ 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 [MENU] to enter the main menu and then [UP] or [DOWN] until the display shows ‘Static Color’...
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Operating Operating mode ‘Preprog‐ This operating mode can only be activated when the unit is working alone or as Master in a rammed automatic shows’ Master / Slave combination. This setting is only relevant when the unit is not DMX-controlled. Press [MENU] to enter the main menu and then [UP] or [DOWN] until the display shows ‘AUTO’...
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Operating Operating mode ‘Preprog‐ This operating mode can only be activated when the unit is working alone or as Master in a rammed automatic program‐ Master / Slave combination. This setting is only relevant when the unit is not DMX-controlled. mes’...
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Operating DMX mode This setting is only relevant when the unit is DMX-controlled. Press [MENU] to enter the main menu and then [UP] or [DOWN] until the display shows ‘RUN’ . Press [ENTER]. If applicable, use [UP] and [DOWN] to select ‘dMX’ and press [ENTER]. For DMX operation, do not change this setting nor open the main menu.
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Operating DMX address For DMX operation, you have to set the number of the first DMX channel to be used by the device (DMX address). Press [MENU] to enter the main menu and then [UP] or [DOWN] until the display shows ‘DMX Address’...
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Operating DMX operation mode selection Press [MENU] to enter the main menu and then [UP] or [DOWN] until the display shows ‘Personality’ . Press [ENTER]. With [UP] and [DOWN] you can now select one of the following DMX operation modes: ‘STAGE’...
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Operating Operating mode ‘Slave’ This setting is only relevant if the unit operates as Slave in a Master / Slave configuration, and is not DMX-controlled. Press [MENU] to enter the main menu and then [UP] or [DOWN] until the display shows ‘RUN’ . Press [ENTER].
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Operating Settings These submenus are used to adjust the system settings. Press [MENU] to enter the main menu and then [UP] or [DOWN] until the display shows ‘SET’ . Press [ENTER]. Select one of the following submenus: ‘UPLD’ : This one starts the upload (copying from the Master unit into the Slave units) of the pre‐ programmed automatic programmes.
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Operating This one determines, whether the white colour is defined by RGB=255.255.255 ( ‘Yes’ ), or is manually defined via the CAL2 menu ( ‘No’ ). ‘dim’ : This one determines the dimmer mode or the speeds: – Setting ‘oFF’ : Changes of dimmer and RGBW are done linearly. –...
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Operating Defining different values for Press [MENU] to enter the main menu and then [UP] or [DOWN] until the display shows ‘CAL2’ . ‘White’ Press [ENTER]. Die display shows ‘REGW ’ . Press [ENTER]. You can change the following values: R: intensity red, value range is between ‘000’...
Operating 7.4 Functions in 3-channel DMX mode (Arc.1) Channel Value Function 0…255 Intensity red (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity green (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity blue (0 % to 100 %) 7.5 Functions in 3-channel DMX mode (HSV) Channel Value Function...
Operating 7.6 Functions in 4-channel DMX mode (Ar1.d) Channel Value Function 0…255 Dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity red (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity green (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity blue (0 % to 100 %) LED floodlight...
Operating 7.7 Functions in 4-channel DMX mode (Arc.2) 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 %) Stage Flood Inst QCL 24x10W...
Operating 7.8 Functions in 5-channel DMX mode (Ac2.d) Channel Value Function 0…255 Dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 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 %) LED floodlight...
Operating 7.9 Functions in 6-channel DMX mode (Ac2.s) Channel Value Function 0…255 Dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 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 %) 0…255...
Operating 7.10 Functions in 11-channel DMX mode (STAGE) Channel Value Function 0…255 Dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity red (0 % to 100 %). Speed adjustment, if one of the preprogrammed automatic programmes is active (channel 8) 0…255 Intensity green (0 % to 100 %).
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Operating Channel Value Function 21…30 Intensity red (0 % to 100 % fade-in; if channel 7 = 0, no change), green 100 %, blue 0 %, white 0 % 31…40 Red 0 %, green 100 %, intensity blue (0 % to 100 % fade-in; if channel 7 = 0, no change), white 0 % 41…50 Red 0 %, intensity green (0 % to 100 % fade-in;...
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Operating Channel Value Function 111…120 Colour transitions, speed is controlled via channel 7 121…130 Colour transitions, speed is controlled via channel 7 131…140 Colour transitions, speed is controlled via channel 7 141…150 Colour transitions, speed is controlled via channel 7 151…160 Colour transitions, speed is controlled via channel 7 161…170...
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Operating Channel Value Function 221…225 White 5 226…230 White 6 231…235 White 7 236…240 White 8 241…245 White 9 246…250 White 10 251…255 White 11 0…255 If channel 6 (11…90) fade-in speed of fixed colour; if channel 6 (91…190) speed of colour transitions 0…15 No function...
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Operating Channel Value Function 20…29 Preprogrammed automatic show 2 30…39 Preprogrammed automatic show 3 40…49 Preprogrammed automatic show 4 50…59 Preprogrammed automatic show 5 60…69 Preprogrammed automatic show 6 70…79 Preprogrammed automatic show 7 80…89 Preprogrammed automatic show 8 90…99 Preprogrammed automatic show 9 100…109 Preprogrammed automatic show 10...
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Operating Channel Value Function 100…149 Dimmer speed 2 150…199 Dimmer speed 3 200…255 Dimmer speed 4 Determination of ID addresses for the set DMX address 0…9 All IDs 10…19 20…29 200…209 ID20 ID21 ID22 ID66 Stage Flood Inst QCL 24x10W...
Technical specifications Technical specifications Light source 24 × QCL LEDs (RGBW, 10 W each) Optical properties Beam angle 45° Control Buttons and display on the unit Number of DMX channels 3, 4, 5, 6 or 11 Input connections Power supply Mains cable with with open cable end without plug DMX control...
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Technical specifications Supply voltage 100 – 240 V 50/60 Hz Degree of protection IP65 Mounting options Hanging, standing Dimensions (W × H × D) 427 mm × 196 mm × 190 mm Weight 12.5 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range –20 °C … +40 °C Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing Stage Flood Inst QCL 24x10W...
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Technical specifications Further information Outdoor housing design Floodlight LED type x-in-1 Base housing Fanless Remote control Not possible Wireless DMX Housing colour Silver LED floodlight...
Plug and connection assignment Plug and connection assignment 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 In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting: Symptom Remedy The unit does not work, no light Check the mains connection and the main fuse. No response to the DMX con‐...
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Troubleshooting If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. Stage Flood Inst QCL 24x10W...
Cleaning Cleaning Optical lenses Clean the optical lenses, that are accessible from the outside, regularly in order to optimize the light output. The frequency of cleaning depends on the operating environment: wet, smoky or particularly dirty surroundings can cause more accumulation of dirt on the optics of the device.
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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