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- Page 1 MPX-4LED Multipack Digital Switcher and Dimmer...
- Page 2 Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 Internet: www.thomann.de 18.01.2024, ID: 466564 (V2)
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................5 1.1 Symbols and signal words....................... 5 Safety instructions............................. 7 Features............................... 10 Installation and starting up........................ 11 Connections and controls........................12 Operating..............................16 Technical specifications........................20 Plug and connection assignments....................21 Cleaning............................... 22 Protecting the environment...................... - Page 4 MPX-4LED Multipack Digital Switcher and Dimmer...
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Page 5: General Information
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. - Page 6 General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – danger zone. MPX-4LED Multipack Digital Switcher and Dimmer...
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Page 7: Safety Instructions
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This appliance is designed for professional use only and is intended to be used to control the brightness of connected spotlights. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. - Page 8 Safety instructions DANGER! Danger to life due to electric current! A short circuit could lead to a fire hazard and risk of death. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug! In case of isolation damage, disconnect immediately the power supply and arrange repair. If in doubt, seek advice from a qualified electrician. 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‐...
- Page 9 Safety instructions NOTICE! Risk of fire due to installation of a wrong fuse! Using fuses of a different type than compatible with the device may cause a fire and seriously damage the device. Only use fuses of the same type. Observe the labelling on the device casing and the information in the "Technical data” chapter. MPX-4LED Multipack Digital Switcher and Dimmer...
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Page 10: Features
Features Features 4 dimmer channels, 5 A per channel, 16 A max. 17 pre-set programmes Chase speed control Memory for power failure Switches even low loads such as power supplies and LED spotlights Control via DMX and via buttons and display on the unit MPX-4LED Multipack Digital Switcher and Dimmer... -
Page 11: Installation And Starting Up
Installation and starting up Installation and starting up 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. -
Page 12: Connections And Controls
Connections and controls Connections and controls Front ö MPX-4LED Multipack Digital Switcher and Dimmer... - Page 13 Connections and controls 1 [CHANNEL OUTPUT] | 4 × socket as dimmer output for connecting the spotlight to be controlled, load capacity 5 A per channel, total up to max. 16A. 2 [1]…[4] | Channel indicator light: shows in all operating modes which channels are currently being used by the run‐ ning programme (LEDs light up).
- Page 14 Connections and controls Connections & FUSE FUSE FUSE FUSE ä MPX-4LED Multipack Digital Switcher and Dimmer...
- Page 15 Connections and controls 5 [FUSE] | Fuse holder 6 [DMX OUT] | DMX output 7 [DMX IN] | DMX input 8 [POWER INPUT] | Mains cable 9 [POWER] | Main switch. Turns the device on and off. MPX-4LED Multipack Digital Switcher and Dimmer...
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Page 16: Operating
Operating Operating Starting the device Connect the device to the power grid. ð The unit starts with the last settings. The display shows the last set DMX address. Selecting the operating mode With [MODE] to select the desired operating mode. Here you have the choice between the modes: Chase: Chase mode is used when the device is used without a DMX controller. - Page 17 Operating Setting programme speed Press [MODE] to enable ‘Chase’ mode. ð The [Chase] indicator lights up. Press [MENU] repeatedly until the display shows ‘SP:XX’ . to select a value between 1 and 99 (display shows ‘SP:01’ … ‘SP:99’ ) to set the desired programme speed.
- Page 18 Operating to select a value between 1 and 512 (display shows ‘A:001’ … ‘A:512’ ) as start address for channel 1. The setting is instantly applied. Channels 2, 3 and 4 are automati‐ cally given addresses that follow the address selected for channel 1. Selecting the number of DMX The unit can be controlled via 1, 2 or 4 DMX channels.
- Page 19 Operating Switch mode Switch mode can be selected both in ‘Chase’ mode and in ‘Receive’ mode. When switch mode is activated, a connected spotlight lights up at full brightness regardless of the DMX signal. When switch mode is deactivated, a connected spotlight operates according to the DMX signal.
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Page 20: Technical Specifications
Technical specifications Technical specifications Control principle Leading edge phase control Input connections Signal input DMX 512 via 3-pin XLR plug Output connections Power supply 4 × outlets, 230 V Signal output DMX 512 via 3-pin XLR panel socket Output current Max. -
Page 21: Plug And Connection Assignments
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’... -
Page 22: Cleaning
Cleaning Cleaning Device components Clean the device components that are accessible from the outside regularly. The cleaning fre‐ quency depends on the operating environment: damp, smoky or particularly dirty environ‐ ments can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the device components. Clean with a dry soft cloth. -
Page 23: Protecting The Environment
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packing material Environmentally friendly materials have been chosen for the packaging. These materials can be sent for normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of in the proper manner. Do not dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling. - Page 24 Repairing a device or passing it on to another user is an ecologically valuable alternative to disposal. You can return your old device to Thomann GmbH at no charge. Check the current conditions on www.thomann.de. If your old device contains personal data, delete those data before disposing of it.
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- Page 26 Notes MPX-4LED Multipack Digital Switcher and Dimmer...
- Page 28 Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...
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