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....................... 8 Safety instructions..........................11 Features............................... 18 Installation..............................19 Starting up..............................23 Connections and controls........................26 Operating..............................29 7.1 Starting the device........................... 29 7.2 Operating on the unit........................
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Table of contents Technical specifications........................47 Plug and connection assignments....................50 Troubleshooting............................51 Cleaning............................... 54 Protecting the environment......................55 ACL LED Par 64 LED PAR...
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General information 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 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’...
General information 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 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. ACL LED Par 64 LED PAR...
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 short-circuit Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord). Do not modify the mains cable. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a registered electrician. WARNING! Risk of injury caused by falling objects Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply...
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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! 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. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specified in the chapter ‘Technical specifications’...
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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.
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Brandgefahr durch Überschreiten des Maximalstroms The device can power other devices via a lockable Power Twist output socket. The current consumption of all serially connected other devices must not exceed 16 A, otherwise you risk injuries and irreparable damages of the device. Connect just so many devices to the output socket that the maximum current consumption is not exceeded.
Features Features Special features of the device: 16 × 4 W Philips LEDs, warm white Operation in stand-alone, master / slave or DMX mode, sound control Electronic dimmer and shutter Selectable dimmer curves and modulated halogen dimming effect Control via DMX (two modes), via RDM or via buttons and display on the unit Robust metal housing with two-part bracket and colour filter holder Suitable for use in clubs, bars and on stages Remote Device Management...
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 NOTICE! Risk of overheating The distance between light output and the illuminated surface must be more than 1.5 m (19.7in). Provide sufficient ventilation. The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F). 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.
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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. Mounting options You can install the device hanging or on a tripod.
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Installation Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer. ACL LED Par 64 LED PAR...
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. ACL LED Par 64 LED PAR...
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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 DMX indicator When the device and the DMX controller are in operation and a DMX signal is received at the input, the display shows ‘Dmx In’ . 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.
Connections and controls Connections and controls ACL LED Par 64 LED PAR...
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Connections and controls 1 16 × 4 W Philips LEDs 2 two-piece bracket for hanging or floor setup 3 Display [Mode] Calls up the main menu or a submenu [Setup] Confirms a selected value. [Up] Navigates upwards in a menu list. Increases the displayed value by one. [Down] Navigates downwards in a menu list.
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Connections and controls 6 [POWER OUT] Lockable output socket (Power Twist) for the power supply of further devices (output current max. 16 A) 7 [POWER IN] Lockable input socket (Power Twist) for power supply 8 [DMX OUT] DMX output 9 [DMX IN] DMX input 10 Fuse holder ACL LED Par 64...
Operating Operating 7.1 Starting the device Connect the device to the power supply to start operation. The fan starts to work and the LED lights up. The device is immediately operational. 7.2 Operating on the unit Press [Mode] to activate the main menu. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the desired parameter or to change the respectively dis‐...
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Operating Auto programme Press [Mode] and use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘PROGRAM’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select a value between ‘Speed 001’ (slow) and ‘Speed 100’ (fast) to set the speed of the automatic programme. Press [Setup] to accept the selection.
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Operating DMX address, DMX mode Press [Mode] and use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘DMX’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select a value between ‘Address 001’ and ‘Address 512’ to set the DMX address. Press [Setup] to accept the selection.
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Operating Mode Display Highest possible DMX address 1-channel ‘1-CH’ 2-channel ‘2-CH’ When the DMX mode is activated, the display shows ‘Dmx In’ . Slave mode Press [Mode] and use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘SLAVE’ . Confirm with [Setup].
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Operating Sound control Press [Mode] and use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘SOUND’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select a value between ‘Sensitivity 00’ and ‘Sensitivity 31’ to adjust the sensitivity of the sound control. Press [Setup] to accept the selection.
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Operating Dimmer curve Press [Mode] and use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘SETTINGS’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘Curves Select’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the desired dimmer curve. The following table shows the available options.
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Operating Dimmer response Press [Mode] and use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘SETTINGS’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘Dimmer Speed’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the desired setting for the dimmer response. The following table shows the available options.
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Operating Display illumination Press [Mode] and use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘SETTINGS’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘LCD back light’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the desired setting for the duration of the display lighting. The following table shows the available options.
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Operating Menu level 2 Menu level 3 Function ‘Time Set 60S’ The display lighting switches off automatically after 60 seconds without pressing a button. ‘Time Set ON’ The display lighting remains on per‐ manently. Press [Setup] to accept the selection. ACL LED Par 64 LED PAR...
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Operating Behaviour on DMX control failure Press [Mode] and use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘SETTINGS’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘Dmx Fail’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the device behaviour on DMX signal failure. The following table shows the available options.
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Operating Calibration Press [Mode] and use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘SETTINGS’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘CALIBRAT.’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Press [Up] or [Down] until the password 088 appears in the display. Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item for which the calibration is to be carried out.
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Operating Resetting the device to factory settings Press [Mode] and use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘SETTINGS’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘Factory Reset’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘Yes’ to reset the device to factory defaults or select the menu item ‘NO’...
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Operating Device temperature Press [Mode] and use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘INFO’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘Temperature’ . Confirm with [Setup]. ð The display shows the current device temperature. Press [Setup] to close the menu.
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Operating Software Press [Mode] and use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘INFO’ . Confirm with [Setup]. Use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘Software Version’ . Confirm with [Setup]. ð The display shows the current software Version. Press [Setup] to close the menu.
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Operating RDM function This device has an RDM function and supports the DMX512 standard. Any device with RDM can be recognized by the built-in UID code. Press [Mode] and use [Up] or [Down] to select the menu item ‘INFO’ . Confirm with [Setup].
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Operating Parameter ID Recognition Sent command Received command command DMX_START_ADDRESS IDENTIFY_DEVICE SUPPORTED_PARAMETERS SENSOR_DEFINITION SENSOR_VALUE DMX_PERSONALITY DMX_PERSONALITY_DESCRIPTION RESET_DEVICE FACTORY_DEFAULTS ACL LED Par 64 LED PAR...
Operating 7.4 Functions in 1-channel DMX mode Channel Value Function 0 … 255 Dimmer (0 % to 100 %) 7.5 Functions in 2-channel DMX mode Channel Value Function 0 … 255 Dimmer (0 % to 100 %) No function 001 … 180 Even stroboscope effect, increasing speed 181 …...
Technical specifications Technical specifications Light source 16 × Philips LEDs, 4 W Light source properties Colour temperature 2700 K Colour rendering index CRI Ra 80 Light output 24000 lx Optical properties Beam angle 4° Dimmer 0 … 100 % Strobe 0 …...
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Technical specifications Output connections Power supply for further lockable output socket devices (Power Twist) Output current 16 A max. DMX control XLR chassis socket, 3-pin Power consumption max. 70 W Operating supply voltage 100 – 240 V 50/60 Hz Fuse 5 mm ×...
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Technical specifications Further information Construction Par64 Colour mixture LED type Unicoloured Floor housing Fanless Remote control Not possible wireless DMX Housing colour black ACL LED Par 64 LED PAR...
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 The unit does not work, no light, Check the mains connection and the main fuse. the display is dark Apparently no function despite Check whether the device is in DMX mode. If so, check proper power supply the unit in another mode.
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DMX interface circuit. If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. ACL LED Par 64 LED PAR...
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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