4.1 Dealing with lithium batteries..................... 22 Starting up..............................24 Connections and controls........................26 Operating..............................32 7.1 Starting the device........................... 32 7.2 Operating on the unit........................32 7.3 IR remote control..........................36 7.4 Menu overview..........................37 BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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7.6 Functions in 4-channel DMX mode................... 38 7.7 Functions in 6-channel DMX mode................... 39 7.8 Functions in 7-channel DMX mode................... 40 Technical specifications........................43 Plug and connection assignments....................46 Troubleshooting............................47 Cleaning............................... 49 Protecting the environment......................50 BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics Online guides and terms. Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline. If you have any problems with the device the customer service will Service gladly assist you. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. 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. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided. Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – dangerous optical radiation. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – suspended load. Warning – danger zone. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
Extend the operating life of the device by regular breaks and by avoiding frequent switching on and off. The device is not suitable for continuous operation. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a registered electrician. WARNING! Eye damage caused by high light intensity Never look directly into the light source. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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(for example after transport at low outside temperatures). Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by qualified service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other malfunction. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your surface and after some time cause permanent dark stains. In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the surface and use a suitable underlay if neces‐ sary, i.e. felt-pad floor protectors or similar. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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50 % of their capacity and then switch off the device. Store the device at room temperature or cooler in an envi‐ ronment as dry as possible. If the batteries are stored for a longer period, recharge them to 50 % every three months. Fully charge the batteries only shortly before use at room temperature. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
For technological reasons, the light output of LEDs decreases over their lifetime. This effect increases with higher operating temperature. You can extend the service life of the illuminants by providing adequate ventilation and operating the LEDs with the lowest possible brightness. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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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. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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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. The safety cable must be attached to the bracket. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Installation Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Remove the plastic film before initial use. NOTICE! Possible damage by leaking batteries Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device. Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
Follow the advice on the correct handling of lithium batteries in the present sec‐ tion. When handled correctly and appropriately lithium batteries pose no risk. Store lithium batteries in a cool, dry place, ideally in the original packaging. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Before disposing of the device remove the lithium batteries. Protect used lithium batteries against potential short circuits, e.g. by covering the poles with adhesive tape. Only use powder extinguishers or other suitable extinguishing agents to extinguish a burning lithium battery. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second one, and so on to form a daisy chain. Always ensure that the output of the last DMX device in the daisy chain is terminated with a resistor (110 Ω, ¼ W). BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
Connections and controls Connections and controls ö MENU UP DOWN ENTER 20 40 60 80 120 BATTERY INDICATOR POWER SWITCH DMX IN DMX OUT % & & BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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2 Locking screw for the bracket. 3 Bracket for floor placement or hanging 4 [POWER] Connection socket for the 15 V power supply unit 5 Rechargeable battery compartment. 6 [SWITCH] Main switch. Turns the device on and off. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Remaining battery capacity display. When all the LEDs are on, the battery is fully charged. If only the red LED is on, the unit must be connected to the mains again to charge as soon as possible. 8 [DMX IN] DMX input 9 [DMX OUT] DMX output BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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405611) Since the universal remote control can be used for several device types, some buttons may not be assigned and therefore have no function. ö SLAVE AUTO AUTO SPEED & SOUND SOUND STROBE DOWN BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Activates the setting mode for the programme speed. Adjust the speed using [UP] and [DOWN]. 5 [SOUND 1], [SOUND 2] Activates sound-control mode 1 or 2. Adjust the mode using [UP] and [DOWN]. 6 [UP] Switches between programmes. Increases the set value. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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7 [STROBE] Activates the Strobe effect. 8 [0 … 9] Numeric buttons for direct value input. 9 Buttons for colour selection [W] for white light, [R], [G], or [B] for primary colours red, green and blue. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
Now you can set the number of the first DMX channel to be used by the device (DMX address). Use [UP] and [DOWN] to select a value between 1 and 512 (display shows ‘A001’ … ‘A512’ ). Confirm with [ENTER]. Make sure that this number matches the configuration of your DMX controller. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Use [UP] and [DOWN] to select a constant colour in a range from ‘Col1’ … ‘Col51’ . Confirm with [ENTER]. Operating mode Auto Press [MENU], [UP] or [DOWN] repeatedly until the display shows ‘Auto’ . Confirm with [ENTER]. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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The display shows ‘Sla’ , the unit is now in Slave mode. DMX mode Press [MENU], [UP] or [DOWN] repeatedly until the display shows ‘Chnd’ . Confirm with [ENTER]. Now use [UP] or [DOWN] to select one of the following DMX operating modes: BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Operating ‘1Ch’ (one channel) ‘4Ch’ (four channels) ‘6Ch’ (six channels) ‘7Ch’ (seven channels) Confirm the selection with [ENTER]. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
Press [MENU], [UP] or [DOWN] repeatedly until the display shows ‘reno’ . Confirm with [ENTER]. Use [UP] and [DOWN] to select the option ‘on’ to operate the unit via the IR remote control. Confirm with [ENTER]. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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 %) BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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 Stroboscope effect (0 % to 100 %) BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Operating Channel Value Function Programme speed, if channel 6 = 16…223 Microphone sensitivity, if channel 6 = 224…255 BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
DMX control XLR chassis socket, 3-pin Power consumption 24 W Power supply Power adapter, 100 - 240 V 50/60 Hz 134 mm Replaceable rechargeable battery pack, item no. 385488 (lithium ion battery, 10.8 V, 1500 mAh) BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Mounting options hanging, standing, tripod-mounted Dimensions (W × H × D) 250 mm × 254 mm × 130 mm Weight 1.9 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 20 %…80 % (non-condensing) BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Technical specifications Further information Construction Flat Par LED type x-in-1 Base housing Fanless Remote control included wireless DMX Housing colour Black BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
The unit offers a 3-pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3-pin XLR plug for DMX input. Please refer to the drawing and table below for the pin assignment of a suitable XLR plug. Configuration Ground, shielding Signal inverted (DMX–, ‘cold signal’) Signal (DMX+, ‘hot signal’) BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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. We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting: BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Do not attempt to replace the built-in battery yourself. be recharged Please contact our service centre. If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
The fan grids of the device must be cleaned of any contamination, such as dust, etc. on a reg‐ ular basis. Before cleaning, switch off the device and disconnect mains-operated devices from the mains. Only use pH-neutral, solvent-free and non-abrasive cleaning agents. Clean the unit with a slightly damp lint-free cloth. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
Protect used lithium batteries against short circuits, for example by covering the poles with adhesive tape. Permanently built-in lithium batteries must be disposed of together with the device. Please inquire about an appropriate collection point. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility. BAT.PAR 3 RGBW LED spotlight...
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