Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................5 1.1 Symbols and signal words....................... 5 Safety instructions............................. 8 Features............................... 12 Installation..............................13 Starting up..............................16 Connections and controls........................18 Operating..............................20 7.1 Main menu............................20 7.2 Menu overview..........................24 7.3 Functions in DMX mode........................ 25 Technical specifications........................
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous development. They are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documentation, which is ready for download under www.thomann.de. 1.1 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 document.
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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 – danger zone. 2Bright Expo 575 WW, 2Bright Expo 575 CW LED Spotlight...
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 only and is not suitable for use in households. Use the device only as described in this user manual.
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Safety instructions DANGER! Danger to life due to electric current! Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Do not use the device when covers, safety equipment or optical components are missing or damaged. DANGER! Danger to life due to electric current! A short circuit could lead to a fire hazard and risk of death.
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Risk of fire due to covered vents and neighbouring heat sources! If the vents of the device are covered or the device is operated in the immediate vicinity of other heat sources, the device can over‐ heat and burst into flames. Never cover the device or the vents. Do not install the device in the immediate vicinity of other heat sources.
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions! The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient conditions. Only operate the device indoors within the ambient conditions specified in the “Technical specifications” chapter of this user manual. Avoid operating it in environments with direct sun‐ light, heavy dirt and strong vibrations.
Features Features Powerful and flexible LED spotlight for showrooms, studios, exhibition booths, etc. LED configuration 2Bright Expo 575 WW: 31 warm white LEDs – 2Bright Expo 575 CW: 31 cold white LEDs – Replacement for 575 W daylight lamps Control via DMX (2 channels) as well as via buttons and display on the unit Lockable connections (Power Twist) for self-supply and to supply further devices Sturdy bracket for secure attachment to trusses or firm footing on the ground Includes safety cable, barn doors, diffuser and colour filter frame...
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 and fire due to inadequate distance and bad ventilation! If the distance between the light source and the illuminated surface is too short or the device is badly ventilated, the device can overheat and cause fires. Make sure that illuminated surfaces are more than 2 m away.
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Installation NOTICE! Data transfer errors due to improper wiring! If the DMX connections are wired incorrectly, this can cause errors during the data transfer. Do not connect the DMX input and output to audio devices, e.g. mixers or ampli‐ fiers. Use special DMX cables for the wiring instead of normal microphone cables.
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. Connections in DMX mode Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX device.
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Starting up 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. This function is ideal when you want to start a show immediately. Connect the DMX output of the master device to the DMX input of the first slave device.
Connections and controls Connections and controls ö 2bright Expo 575 & DOWN ENTER MENU 100-240V~50/60Hz 2Bright Expo 575 WW, 2Bright Expo 575 CW LED Spotlight...
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Connections and controls 1 [DMX In] | DMX input, designed as XLR panel plug, 3-pin 2 [DMX Out] | DMX output, designed as XLR panel socket, 3-pin 3 Display and control buttons [MENU] | activates the main menu and toggles between menu items. Closes an opened submenu. [UP] | increases the displayed value by one.
Operating Operating 7.1 Main menu Press [MENU] to activate the main menu. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select the desired parameter or to change the respectively dis‐ played value. When the display shows the desired parameter or value press [ENTER] to enter the respective submenu or to confirm a new value.
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Operating Master / slave mode Press [MENU] to activate the main menu. Use [UP] or [DOWN] until the display shows ‘M/S Master’ and confirm with [ENTER]. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select between ‘Master’ (device works as a master) and ‘Slave’ (device works as a slave) and confirm with [ENTER].
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Operating Operating hours display Press [MENU] to activate the main menu. Use [UP] or [DOWN] until the display shows ‘Fixture’ and confirm with [ENTER]. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select between the following parameters: Display Description ‘Power On Time’ Total operating time of the device ‘Lamp On Time’...
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Operating Display Press [MENU] to activate the main menu. Use [UP] or [DOWN] until the display shows ‘Display Blackout’ and confirm with [ENTER]. Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select between ‘Black out: on’ (display is blacked out after 10 seconds) and ‘Black out: off’ (display is permanently on) and confirm with [ENTER]. To return to the previous menu level without changes, press [MENU].
Operating 7.2 Menu overview Address M/S Master Dimmer Strobe Fixture Display Blackout Firmware Version Add: 001 Master Dim: 001 Hz: 01 Power On Time Black out: on Ver: XXXXXXXX Total Add: 512 Slave Dim: 255 Hz: 30 Black out: o Resetable Lamp On Time Total...
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! Data transfer errors due to improper wiring! If the DMX connections are wired incorrectly, this can cause errors during the data transfer. Do not connect the DMX input and output to audio devices, e.g. mixers or ampli‐ fiers.
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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. 2Bright Expo 575 WW, 2Bright Expo 575 CW LED Spotlight...
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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