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USER MANUAL ENGLISH Alpha Series A3.9i Product code: 101810 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
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Alpha Series A3.9i Preface Thank you for purchasing this DMT product. The purpose of this user manual is to provide instructions for the correct and safe use of this product. Keep the user manual for future reference as it is an integral part of the product. The user manual shall be stored at an easily accessible location.
Alpha Series A3.9i Table of contents Introduction ................................4 Before Using the Product ..........................4 Intended Use ............................... 4 Product Lifespan ..............................5 Text Conventions ..............................5 Symbols and Signal Words ..........................5 Symbols on the Information Label ........................5 Safety ..................................
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Alpha Series A3.9i LED Screen Module Calibration ........................38 Manual Calibration ..........................38 Digital Calibration ..........................38 LED Indicator Status ..........................38 Replacing the Control Box ..........................39 Deinstallation, Transportation and Storage ....................40 Instructions for Deinstallation ..........................40 Instructions for Transportation ........................40 Storage ................................40 10. Disposal ................................40 11.
Alpha Series A3.9i Introduction Before Using the Product Important Read and follow the instructions in this user manual before installing, operating or servicing this product. The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of this manual.
Alpha Series A3.9i Product Lifespan This device is not designed for permanent operation. Disconnect the device from the electrical power supply when the device is not in operation. This will reduce the wear and will improve the device’s lifespan. Text Conventions Throughout the user manual the following text conventions are used: ●...
Alpha Series A3.9i Safety Important Read and follow the instructions in this user manual before installing, operating or servicing this product. The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of this manual. Warnings and Safety Instructions DANGER Electric shock caused by dangerous voltage inside There are areas within the device where dangerous touch voltage may be present.
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Alpha Series A3.9i Attention General safety ● Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals. This decreases the device’s life. ● Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device. ● If the device is dropped or struck, disconnect the device from the electrical power supply immediately.
Alpha Series A3.9i Description of the Device The Alpha Series A3.9i is an indoor HD LED screen with a pixel pitch of 3.9 mm and a built-in A5s PLUS receiver card. The device allows angled connections between -5° and +10°. Two types of rigging bars(101820 + 101821) are available for standing or hanging installation.
Alpha Series A3.9i Product Specifications Model: Alpha Series A3.9i Electrical: Input voltage: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 150 W Power consumption 50 W average: Mechanical Specifications: Cabinet dimensions: 500 x 500 x 77 mm (L x W x H) Cabinet weight: 6 kg Module dimensions:...
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Alpha Series A3.9i Construction: Housing: Metal and flame-retardant plastic Color: Black IP rating: IP20 Cooling: Axial fan Thermal: Minimum ambient temperature t -10 °C Maximum ambient temperature t 45 °C Operating humidity: 10–90 % RH Product code: 101810...
Alpha Series A3.9i 3.5. Optional Accessories You can additionally purchase the following accessories: 101820 (Alpha Series - Single Rigging Bar incl. curving) 101821 (Alpha Series - Double Rigging Bar incl. curving) 101743 (Stacking Bracket for PS Series) Alpha Series - Single Rigging Bar (incl. curving) Fig.
Alpha Series A3.9i Installation Safety Instructions for Installation WARNING Incorrect installation can cause serious injuries and damage of property. Installation must be carried out only by instructed persons. Follow all applicable European, national and local safety regulations concerning rigging and trussing. Minimum two persons are necessary to install the device.
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Alpha Series A3.9i To use the locking mechanism, follow the steps below: Turn the lever (A) counterclockwise. Push the spring-loaded fast-lock (B) and turn it by 90° clockwise or counterclockwise, as shown in Fig. 09 and 10. Make sure that the pins (C) are firmly locked in the fast-lock opening (11), as shown in Fig. 11. Turn the lever (A) clockwise to lock the locking mechanism (06/16), as shown in Fig.
Alpha Series A3.9i Maximum Number of LED Screens on a Rigging Bar WARNING Do not hang more devices than the maximum allowed number on one rigging bar. The Alpha Series A3.9i LED screen shall be used only with the Single Rigging Bar/ Double Rigging Bar (101820/101821).
Alpha Series A3.9i Mounting Options CAUTION Restrict the access under the work area during rigging and/or derigging. You can mount the device in 2 different ways: ● to a rigging bar (LED screen below a rigging bar/ LED screen on top of a rigging bar) ●...
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Alpha Series A3.9i 101820 101821 Fig. 17 Fig. 18 To connect the Alpha series 3.9i LED screen to a rigging bar, follow the steps below: Put the LED screen below the rigging bar and let the magnetic strip on top of the LED screen snap to the bottom of the rigging bar, as shown in Fig.
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Alpha Series A3.9i Fig. 21 Make sure that the pins (C) of the left locking mechanism (06) are firmly locked in the fast-lock opening on the bottom of the rigging bar, as shown in Fig. 22. Turn lever (A) of the left locking mechanism (06) clockwise to tighten the device to the rigging bar, as shown in Fig.
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Alpha Series A3.9i Make sure that the setup is leveled, as shown in Fig. 25. To level the setup, see Fig. 15 and 16 on page Fig. 24 Fig. 25 Product code: 101810...
Alpha Series A3.9i Standing Installation By the standing installation, the device is installed on top of a rigging bar. To install the LED screen to a standing rigging bar, follow the steps below: Remove the rigging eye(s) from the top of a rigging bar, as shown in Fig. 26. Fig.
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Alpha Series A3.9i Make sure that the pins (C) of the left locking mechanism (06) on the rigging bar are firmly locked in the fast-lock opening (11) on the bottom of the LED screen as shown in Fig. 31. Turn lever (A) of the left locking mechanism (06) on the rigging bar clockwise to tighten the rigging bar to the LED screen, as shown in Fig.
Alpha Series A3.9i Mounting the Device to a Truss You can connect the device laterally to a truss. To mount the device to a truss you need the following item: 1x stacking bracket (product code: 101743 ) For more information see 3.5. Optional Accessories. Fig.
Alpha Series A3.9i Connecting Multiple Devices To create a setup with multiple devices, you need to connect the devices vertically and horizontally. Vertical Installation By the vertical installation, 2 LED screens are connected below one another. To connect vertically 2 LED screens, follow the steps below: Put another screen below the first screen and let the magnetic top of the second screen snap to the bottom of the first screen, as shown in Fig.
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Alpha Series A3.9i Make sure that the pins (C) of the left locking mechanism (06) are firmly locked in the fast-lock opening (11) on the bottom of the device, as shown in Fig. 42. Turn lever (A) of the left locking mechanism (06) clockwise to tighten the lower LED screen to the upper LED screen, as shown in Fig.
Alpha Series A3.9i Horizontal Installation By the horizontal installation, 2 LED screens are connected next to one another. To connect horizontally 2 LED screens, follow the steps below: Turn lever (A) of the top locking mechanism (16) counterclockwise. Push the spring-loaded fast-lock (B) of the top locking mechanism (16) of the second LED screen and turn it by 90°...
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Alpha Series A3.9i Make sure that the LED screen is leveled before you continue with the installation. For more information see Fig. 15 and 16 on page 17. If you want to add more LED screens to other rigging bars in the setup, repeat steps 1–5. Fig.
Alpha Series A3.9i Curved Installation You can create a curved setup with multiple devices. The Alpha series 3.9i LED screen can be placed in a curved setup at -5°, 5°, and 10° angle. For more information about curved installation of the rigging bar, see the user manual of the Single Rigging Bar/ Double Rigging Bar (101820/101821).
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Alpha Series A3.9i The 4 angled options are: -5°, 0°, 5°, 10°. Curved at -5° Curved at 0° Fig. 55 Fig. 56 Curved at 5° Curved at 10° Fig. 57 Fig. 58 Product code: 101810...
Alpha Series A3.9i Setup Warnings and Precautions Attention Connect all data cables before supplying power. Disconnect power supply before connecting or disconnecting data cables. Setup Examples Connecting Directly to a Personal Computer You can directly connect the device to a personal computer, when the distance from the personal computer to the device is less than 50 m, as shown in Fig.
Alpha Series A3.9i Connecting Multiple Devices on One Data Link To connect multiple devices on one data link, follow the steps below: Make sure that the devices are not connected to the power supply. Make sure that the first device is not connected to the personal computer. Connect the Data In/Out (04) of the first device to the Data In/Out (02) of the next device in the setup.
Alpha Series A3.9i Connecting to Power Supply DANGER Electric shock caused by short-circuit The device accepts AC mains power at 100–240 V and 50/60 Hz. Do not supply power at any other voltage or frequency to the device. This device falls under IEC protection class I. Make sure that the device is always electrically connected to the ground (earth).
Alpha Series A3.9i Power Linking of Multiple Devices This device supports power linking. Power can be relayed to another device via the power Out (12) connector. Note that the input and the output connectors have different designs: one type cannot be connected to the other.
Alpha Series A3.9i Operation Safety Instructions for Operation Attention This device must be used only for the purposes it is designed for. This device is designed to be used as a LED screen module to be integrated as a partial image area of a larger display screen area.
Alpha Series A3.9i Troubleshooting This troubleshooting guide contains actions which can be carried out by the user. The device does not contain user-serviceable parts. Unauthorized modifications to the device will render the warranty void. Such modifications may result in injuries and material damage. Refer servicing to instructed or skilled persons.
Alpha Series A3.9i Maintenance Safety Instructions for Maintenance DANGER Electric shock caused by dangerous voltage inside Disconnect power supply before servicing or cleaning. Maintenance may be carried out by instructed or skilled persons. Service shall be carried out only by skilled persons.
Alpha Series A3.9i Replacing a LED Screen Module To replace a LED screen module, follow the steps below: Turn the service handle (15) clockwise, as shown in Fig. 63. Hold the service handle (15) with one hand and push the LED screen module out of the cabinet frame (18), as shown in Fig.
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Alpha Series A3.9i Fig. 67 Fig. 68 LED Screen Module Calibration The control box uploads the calibration data from the control box to a newly installed LED screen module, follow the steps below: Manual Calibration Disconnect all data cables. Disconnect the device from the power supply. Hold down the test button (05) and connect the device to the power supply.
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Alpha Series A3.9i Replacing the Control Box To replace the control box, follow the steps below: Turn the top locking lever (13) to the left, to loosen the control box from the LED screen, as shown in Fig. 69. Turn the bottom locking lever (13) to the right to loosen the control box from the LED screen on the bottom of the LED screen.
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Alpha Series A3.9i Deinstallation, Transportation and Storage Instructions for Deinstallation WARNING Incorrect deinstallation can cause serious injuries and damage of property. ● Let the device(s) cool down before dismounting. ● Disconnect power supply before deinstallation. ● Always observe the national and site-specific regulations during deinstallation and derigging of the device.
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