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Luxli TIMPANI2 User Manual

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2 The light is equipped with Bluetooth 5 that pairs with your tablet or smartphone with Luxli’s Composer mobile app from up to 100 feet. DMX 512 support features master/slave mode that allows you to attach up to 512 Timpanis and other compatible Orchestra-series lights, and control all the operation modes from a single unit.
  • Page 3 Overview Front: 1. Diffuser 5. Center mounting screw 2. Diffuser thumbscrews 6. Outer mounting screw 3. Tilt lock handle 7. Locking handle 4. Tilt control screw 8. 5/8 in. receiver...
  • Page 4 TIMPANI MODE DC 12.5–30 V SERVICE DMX IN DMX OUT Back: 1. Removable handle 5. 5-pin DMX output 2. 4-pin power input 6. Bluetooth antenna 3. Manufacturer’s service port 7. User interface (see Interface Overview p. 9) 4. 5-pin DMX input...
  • Page 5 Power supply: 1. 4-pin power output 3. Battery release button 2. V-mount battery plate 4. AC power input Also included: • 4-pin XLR cable • Photometric calibration results data sheet • AC cable (3-Prong US - C5 Connector)
  • Page 6 Setting Up the Timpani² Attaching the Tilt Lock Handle The tilt lock handle can be attached to either side of the Timpani². To attach the handle, follow these steps: 1. Place the Timpani² and yoke facedown on a flat surface. 2.
  • Page 7 Reversing the Receiver’s Locking Handle For mounting and handling convenience, you can change the side the locking handle is on: 1. Remove the Timpani² from the light stand and place it facedown on a flat surface. 2. Use a hex key to unscrew the center and outer mounting screws.
  • Page 8 Powering the Timpani² Battery Power 1. Connect the 4-pin XLR cable to the power supply and the Timpani². 2. Slide a V-mount battery into the power supply’s battery plate until it locks into place. To remove the battery, press the battery release, and slide it off the plate. AC Power 1.

  • Page 9: Interface Overview

    Interface Overview MODE Intensity Dial In all operation modes, the Intensity dial adjusts to the intensity from 100% to 0% in 1% increments. In all operation modes, press the Intensity dial to toggle between the set intensity and 0%. 2. Power Button Press to power on or off.

  • Page 10: User Interface

    User Interface 1. Intensity 24.2V 2. Bluetooth Indicator +/- GREEN 3900K 3. Power Display (see below) 4. Functions Displays the available actions for each operating mode or screen. Press the button next to the function to select it. 5. Menu Button Switches to the main menu (see Main Menu below).

  • Page 11: Operating Modes

    Operating Modes CCT Mode 24.2V 1. Intensity +/- GREEN 2. CCT 3900K • Select any color temperature from 2800 to 10,000 K in 50 K increments. • Press the Adjustment dial to toggle between 3200 and 5600 K. 3. Tint (+/− Green) Screen •...
  • Page 12 HSL Mode Scroll through the entire color wheel and adjust the saturation level and base white point. Every color of the visible spectrum is available. In HSL mode, you can create accent lighting as well as dramatic lighting effects for photography and video. The LCD panel displays the position on the color wheel in degrees, along with a color wheel screen indicator.
  • Page 13 4. White point 24.2V • Adjusts the base white point of HSL mode to add a tint to a custom color temperature. The Timpani² will calculate 6500K the resulting color as the saturation level WHITE P. and hue are adjusted. •...
  • Page 14 Filter Mode The Timpani² is loaded with 150 digital gel filters. This mode allows you to match the color temperature of your other lights, and then add a gel for a touch of color to a background or an accent light. The Timpani² uses the setting from CCT mode to calculate the precise color temperature of the gel as it would appear on the actual light.
  • Page 15 High Frame Rate (HFR) Mode Activating HFR mode sets one of the five diodes 24.2V 24.2V to remain constantly on. Use HFR mode to High Frame Rate mode prevent banding when you’re shooting at a high frame rate. Use the Adjustment dial to scroll through the Cold white five options: Cold White, Warm White, Red, Green, and Blue.
  • Page 16 Effects Mode The Timpani² is loaded with 10 animated 24.2V effects. Each effect has multiple settings that CCT Chase can be adjusted in the Edit menu. Color chase Explosion Effect Screen Fire 1. List of Effects Fireworks Use the Adjustment wheel to scroll through the Lightning list.
  • Page 17 Description of the Effects CCT Chase A continuous loop that changes between two preset color temperatures. Good for simulating a sunrise, sunset, or a change from cloudy to sunny weather in real time. Since the sequence loops, you can shoot multiple takes without reprogramming the light. CCT Start: Selects the color temperature at the beginning of the sequence (2400 to 10,000 K).
  • Page 18 Explosion Simulates the light from explosions. The Timpani² generates random-length pulses and strobes within a range of programmed hues. Hue Min. (0 to 360): Set the bottom limit on the color wheel of usable hues. Hue Max. (0 to 360): Set the top limit on the color wheel of usable hues.
  • Page 19 Paparazzi Simulates the random firing of multiple camera flashes. Intensity: Higher intensity increases the number of random flashes per second (0 to 100). Bulb Type: Determines the length of each flash. Slow is the longest duration. Modern is the shortest duration.
  • Page 20 Siren Simulates emergency lights, like a police car or ambulance. Colors: Select the color combination of flashing lights. Choose red, blue, and white; red and blue; red and white; blue and white; blue; red; or SAE Amber. Flash/Cycle: Set the number of times each individual color will flash within the cycle. Choose from 1 to 4 times per cycle.
  • Page 21 Main Menu Press the Menu button in all operating Main menu modes to access the Main menu. Presets Use the Adjustment dial to choose Presets, Bluetooth DMX, Bluetooth, Display, or About, and press Display SELECT Select to access the menu. About BACK The Presets Menu...
  • Page 22 Bluetooth Menu Bluetooth Settings To control the Timpani² via the Composer Bluetooth mobile app, Bluetooth must be turned on. To turn Bluetooth on and off: SELECT 1. Scroll to Bluetooth, and press Select. The BACK Bluetooth Settings menu will open and indicate the Bluetooth status.
  • Page 23 The About Menu About Select About to display the Timpani²’s serial Serial number 12FFB0006 number and the firmware version number. Firmware version 1.0.0 Press Back to return to the Main menu. Press Back again to return to the most recent BACK operation mode.

  • Page 24: Dmx Operation

    DMX Operation Connecting the Timpani² to a DMX Controller Important! To connect the Timpani² to a DMX controller, use a 5-pin DMX data cable. Do not use an XLR microphone cable. It will not transfer data to the light. To avoid interference that can be introduced into the data over long cable runs, use a cable rated at 24 AWG or lower.
  • Page 25 Selecting DMX Modes DMX Mode The Timpani² offers 8-bit and 16-bit modes. CCT 8 bit CCT 16 bit The 8-bit mode should be used with basic DMX HSL 8 bit controllers such as dimming consoles. CONFIRM HSL 16 bit GEL 8 bit 16-bit modes are best for use with virtual DMX BACK GEL 16 bit...
  • Page 26 To set the DMX mode, follow these steps: 1. Use the Adjustment dial to scroll to the DMX Mode menu, and press Select. 2. Use the Adjustment dial to select a DMX mode, and press Confirm. DMX Mode Channel Assignments For DMX channel selection, refer to the DMX controller’s user guide.

  • Page 27: Specifications

    Specifications Light Fixture Beam Angle (with Diffuser) 78° Color Temperature 2800 to 10,000 K CRI: 3200 K: 97, 4300 K: 98, 5600 K: 97 Color Accuracy Standard TLCI: 3200 K: 96, 4300 K: 97, 5600 K: 98 Cooling System Passive Dimming Yes, 0% to 100% (continuous) Light Panel...
  • Page 28 Power AC Input Power 100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz DC Input Power 12.5 – 30 V Power Source AC adapter, 4-pin XLR, external battery Battery Plate V-mount Compatible Battery Voltage 14.4 V and 26 V Max Power Consumption 120 W...

  • Page 29: Firmware Updates

    Firmware Updates Firmware updates are available through the Luxli Composer app. Troubleshooting • If you encounter any problems, first try turning the device off and then on. • If the problem persists, remove the batteries or power supply for 15 seconds, and then restart.

  • Page 30: One-Year Limited Warranty

    One-Year Limited Warranty This Luxli product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later. The warranty provider’s responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider’s discretion, of any product that fails during normal use of this product in its...
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