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  • Page 3 X BRICK Release 1.04 For more information Code: 0517I347 Language All trademarks, both marked and not marked, are the property of their respective owners. User Manual Ver. 1.04 1 di 35...
  • Page 4 X BRICK Le informazioni contenute in questo documento sono state attentamente redatte e controllate. Tuttavia non è assunta alcuna responsabilità per eventuali inesattezze. Tutti i diritti sono riservati e questo documento non può essere copiato, fotocopiato, riprodotto per intero o in parte senza previo consenso scritto della D.T.S.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    X BRICK Table of Contents Symbols................................ 5       General Warning ............................5     Important Safety Information ........................6   Fire Prevention ............................. 6     Prevention of Electric Shock ........................ 6     Level of protection IP ........................... 6  ...
  • Page 6 X BRICK 10.3   Periodic Check-ups ..........................18     Mains Connection ............................19   11.1   X BRIK and X BRIK Wireless models only ..................19   11.2 X BRIK PI and X BRIK PI Wireless only ..................... 20  ...

  • Page 7: Symbols

    X BRICK Symbols Symbol Meaning General risk. Electric shock risk Hot surface Maximum operating ambient temperature. Minimum distance from illuminated objects. Do not stare at the operating light source. Photobiological safety risk group2 Never expose the front lens to sunlight or any strong artificial Light source from any angle to avoid damage of head internal parts.

  • Page 8: Important Safety Information

    Class I appliance: connection must be made to a mains system fitted with an efficient earthing.  X-BRICK requires the assistance of specialized personnel for all servicing. Please always refer to an authorized DTS service center. Level of protection IP  The projector is classified as an ordinary appliance and its protection level against the penetration of solid and liquid objects is IP65.

  • Page 9: Safety

    X BRICK Safety  Risk Group 2 product according to IEC 62471. Do not look directly at the light output and do not stare at the light beam through optical instruments or any other device that may concentrate the light beam.

  • Page 10: General Warranty Conditions

    Wireless DMX TX/RX (2.4 GHz; 2.15 dBi antenna) Operating frequency bandwidth: 2,402 – 2,480 MHz Radio frequency power: 20 dBm EIRP Max  Internal operating system updatable via DTS firmware uploader dongle. 5.5.1 DMX MODES Full operation modes  “Chase” (Default) ...

  • Page 11: Tilt

    X BRICK  “Sectors RGBW x4”  “Sectors RGBW fine x4”  “Sectors RGBW+Shut+Dim x4” DMX single layer modes (compatible with all BRICK and MINI BRICK DMX modes)  “Standard”  “Global RGBW”  “Global RGBW+Shut+Dim”  “Global RGBW+Dim Fine Tilt ...

  • Page 12: Dimensions

     Safety cable 5 x 600 mm (Max load 60 Kg) (code 0521A038)  DTS firmware uploader dongle (code 03.LA.206)  Permanent installation kit IP68: Power IN IP68 cable connector + 2 x DMX IN/OUT IP68 cable User Manual Ver.

  • Page 13: Installation

    Ceiling Mounted Installation For ceiling mounted installations, DTS recommend the use of appropriate clamps to fix the unit to the mounting surface. An Omega bracket with “Fast Lock” connections, already mounted on the unit, allows to hang the X-BRICK by using proper truss fixing clamps.

  • Page 14: Installation Without Omega Bracket

    X BRICK 8.2.2 Installation Without Omega Bracket User Manual Ver. 1.04 12 di 35...

  • Page 15: Safety Cable

    The safety cable used must be approved by a notified body according to IEC 60598-2-17 and must be capable of bearing at least 10 times the weight of the unit. For more information, please refer to an authorized DTS service center. A suitable safety cable (code 0521A038) is available on demand.

  • Page 16: Movement

    X BRICK Movement User Manual Ver. 1.04 14 di 35...

  • Page 17: Holographic Filter Installation

    X BRICK Holographic Filter Installation X-BRICK offers a wide range of quickly interchangeable holographic filters (no tools required). To install the holographic filter: 1- Position the bottom side of the filter into the gap, as shown in the picture below (figure 1)

  • Page 18: Accessories On Request - Installation

    X BRICK Accessories on Request - Installation Visor Installation A visor for X-BRICK is available on demand. To fix the visor to the unit, remove the screws as shown in the picture below (marked in red) and then reapply them to their former position, now with the visor properly positioned in place.

  • Page 19: Barndoor Installation

    X BRICK Barndoor Installation A barndoor for X-BRICK is available on demand. To fix the barndoor to the unit, remove the screws as shown in the picture below (marked in red) and then reapply them to their former position, now with the barndoor properly positioned in place.

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    10.3 Periodic Check-ups • Mechanical parts Periodically check all mechanical parts and gaskets. Please refer to an authorized DTS service center if maintenance is needed. • Electrical components Check all electrical components for correct earthing and proper connection of all connectors.

  • Page 21: Mains Connection

    X BRICK 11 Mains Connection 11.1 X BRIK and X BRIK Wireless models only WIRELESS DMX Built-in Lumen Radio Wireless DMX transmitter/receiver ONLY X BRIK PI Wireless X BRIK Wireless Ergonomic double handles MAINS OUT DMX OUT 100-240Vac 50-60 Hz (MAX 10A)

  • Page 22: Brik Pi And X Brik Pi Wireless Only

    X BRICK 11.2 X BRIK PI and X BRIK PI Wireless only WIRELESS DMX Built-in Lumen Radio Wireless DMX Ergonomic double handles transmitter/receiver ONLY X BRIK PI Wireless X BRIK Wireless MAINS IN 100-240Vac 50-60 Hz Power cable 3x1,5 mm...

  • Page 23: Preparation Procedure For Cables And Connectors

     Fasten both ends of the cables with connections fit for the environment in which they are made.  Connect the X BRICK to their power supply units with appropriate connection cables.  Cut the cable to the necessary length.

  • Page 24: Protection

    X BRICK 11.3 Protection The use of a thermal magnetic circuit breaker is recommended for each X-BRICK. 12 DMX Signal Connection  The unit operates using the digital USITT DMX512 signal.  Connection between the light controller and the projector, or between projectors, must be carried out using a two-pair shielded ø...

  • Page 25: Dmx Terminator

    X BRICK X BRIK PI and X BRIK PI Wireless In permanent installations IP 65, use Cable–Cable junction also for DMX. Available on request: Permanent installation kit IP68: Power IN IP68 cable connector + 2 x DMX IN/OUT IP68 cable connectors (code 03.LA.214) 12.1...

  • Page 26: Setting Up The Dmx Address

    To perform the update, please follow the procedure as described below: Connect the DTS Firmware Uploader Dongle to a spare USB port on the PC. Connect the unit’s DMX IN to the DTS Firmware Uploader Dongle’s DMX OUT with a standard DMX cable and turn on the fixture.

  • Page 27: Display Functions

    X BRICK 14 Display Functions The X-BRICK display panel shows all the available control menus. By selecting the available functions on these menus, you will be able to change the fixture’s settings and behavior. Beware that changing these settings may vary the operating functions of the unit so that it may not respond correctly to the signal given to it.
  • Page 28 X BRICK MAIN MENU LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 FUNCTION DISPLAY FLIP SUSPENDED Reverses display’s reading depending on the mounting position. ON THE On the ground or suspended. GROUND Suspended (Default). Display stand-by disabled STANDBY DISABLED (Default). Display goes OFF after 10 ENABLED seconds.
  • Page 29 X BRICK MAIN MENU LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 FUNCTION BLACKOUT Black-out. PROGRAM 1-16 1 - 16 Chase with 16 steps previously created in REC mode. Speed time and wait SPEED 1 - 3600 time values (in seconds) selectable by user.
  • Page 30 X BRICK MAIN MENU LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 FUNCTION 16 customizable Colour PERS. COLOUR 1 - 16 Macros. RGBW values selectable by user (Default = 255). Rainbow colours effect. RAINBOW SPEED Speed time value (in seconds) selectable by user (Default = 10).
  • Page 31 X BRICK MAIN MENU LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 FUNCTION Allows to select the value of SMOOTH OFF - 20 delay (in ms) for DIMMER channel reaction to DMX dimming command. OFF = Instant response. 4 = 100 ms smooth response (Default).
  • Page 32 X BRICK MAIN MENU LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 FUNCTION Fans standard speed   STANDARD (Default). If temperature <15°C: fans OFF. If temperature >15°C: fans speed is increased within the factory values range. Reduced fans speed for a low  ...

  • Page 33: Enable/Disable Wireless

    X BRICK 14.1 Enable/Disable Wireless Only for X BRIK Wireless and X BRIK PI Wireless X-BRICK features a built-in Lumen Radio Wireless DMX transmitter/receiver Operation as Receiver (default) Enable Wireless DMX control under WIRELESS -> STATUS menu. On the main display will appear “WIRELESS RX” (Default) above the DMX address.

  • Page 34: Rec Mode

    X BRICK 15 REC Mode For the programming of “ChPr” through a DMX controller, you will need three DMX channels available in addition to those already occupied by the selected DMX personality E.g., if using “Standard (10 ch)” mode, a total of thirteen DMX channels will be needed for programming...

  • Page 35: Error Messages

    X BRICK 16 Error Messages ERROR SHOWED ON DISPLAY APPEARS WHEN LED thermal sensor damaged (open or in short circuit). LED SENSOR ERROR Unit immediately goes in black-out. LED temperature detected over 100°C. LED OVERTEMP Unit immediately goes in black-out.

  • Page 36: Led Pixel Invert - Function

    X BRICK 17 LED Pixel Invert - Function 18 Product Disposal DOCTUS are electrical devices and therefore, at the end of their lifetime, must be disposed according to local regulations and for no reason can they be dispersed in the environment.

  • Page 37: Notes

    X BRICK NOTES User Manual Ver. 1.04 35 di 35...

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