1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 8 Safety instructions..........................10 Features............................... 15 Installation..............................16 Starting up..............................20 Connections and operating elements................... 23 Operating..............................26 7.1 Starting the device........................... 26 7.2 Main menu............................26 7.3 Menu overview..........................33 Technical specifications........................41 LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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Table of contents Plug and connection assignments....................42 Troubleshooting............................43 Cleaning............................... 45 Protecting the environment......................46 LED floodlight...
If you sell the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual. Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to change. LED Flood Panel7x3W...
General notes 1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly.
References to other locations in this manual are identified by an arrow and the specified page number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-reference to jump to the specified location. Example: See Ä ‘Cross-references’ on page 7. LED Flood Panel7x3W...
General notes 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. 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.
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General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – suspended load. Warning – danger zone. LED Flood Panel7x3W...
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used as an electronic illumination effect using LED technics. The device is designed for professional use and is not suitable for use in households. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating con‐ ditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage.
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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 if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or damaged. LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock caused by short-circuit Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐ tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐ tered electrician.
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Keep the device away from naked flames. NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Power supply Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user.
Special features of the device: 7 × tri-colour LEDs, 3 W each Control via DMX (3, 4 or 8 channels) and via buttons and display on the unit Automatic mode and sound control Master / Slave mode Robust metal housing LED Flood Panel7x3W...
Installation Installation Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device 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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Use of stands 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. LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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Installation NOTICE! Possible data transmission errors For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐ nary microphone cables. Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli‐ fiers. Mounting options You can install the unit in hanging or standing position.
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Installation Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer. LED Flood Panel7x3W...
Starting up Starting up Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high- quality cables for all connections. LED floodlight...
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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). LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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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 operating elements Connections and operating elements Top side 1 Display. 2 [Mode] Calls the main menu or a submenu. 3 [Setup] Confirms a selected value. 4, 5 [Up], [Down] To increase / decrease the displayed value by one. LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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Connections and operating elements Rear panel LED floodlight...
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IEC chassis socket for the power supply cable to the next unit. 8 Locking screws for the mounting brackets. 9 [DMX Out] DMX output. 10 [DMX In] DMX input. 11 Bracket for floor placement or hanging. 12 Safety eyelet. LED Flood Panel7x3W...
Operating Operating 7.1 Starting the device Connect the device to the power supply to start operation. After a few seconds, the display indicates that a reset is in progress. The device is then ready for use. 7.2 Main menu Press [MODE] to activate the main menu and select an operating mode. Use the buttons [Up] and [Down] to change the respectively indicated value.
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Highest possible DMX address 3-channel 4-channel 8-channel Confirm with [Setup]. With the buttons [Up] and [Down] you can now select one of the fol‐ lowing DMX operating modes: ‘3-ch’ (three channels) ‘4-ch’ (four channels) ‘8-ch’ (eight channels) LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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Operating This setting is only relevant if the device is controlled via DMX. When the display shows the desired value, press [Setup] to confirm the selection and then [Mode] to return to the parent menu. To return to the parent menu without making changes, press [Mode]. LED floodlight...
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Fast transition, all colours Pr.05 Fast transition, three colours Pr.06 Random programme 1 Pr.07 Random programme 2 Pr.08 Slow transition bright / dark, red Pr.09 Slow transition bright / dark, green Pr.10 Slow transition bright / dark, blue LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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Operating The auto show can only be activated on the device that works as master. This setting is only relevant if the device is not controlled via DMX. The device can operate in stand-alone mode or control connected devices of the same type, that must be configured as slaves.
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Confirm again with [Setup]. In the following menu, you can use the [Up] and [Down] buttons to set the strobe speed for the various hues in a range from ‘FS00’ to ‘FS99’ . LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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Operating Settings programme Pr.02 … Pr. For programmes ‘Pr.02’ to ‘Pr.01’ , you can additionally set the speed for the transition from one hue to the next. Use the buttons [Up] and [Down] to select a value between ‘slow’ and ‘fast’...
Operating 7.3 Menu overview LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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Operating 7.3.1 Functions in 3-channel DMX mode Channel Value Function 0…255 Intensity Red (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity Green (0 % to 100 %) 0…255 Intensity Blue (0 % to 100 %) 7.3.2 Functions in 4-channel DMX mode Channel Value Function...
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Intensity Red (0 % to 100 %), if channel 6 = 0 Constant hue, if channel 6 = 1…24 0…8 Red: 255 9…17 Red: 255, Green: 50 18…26 Red: 255, Green: 150 27…35 Red: 255, Green: 255 36…44 Red: 200, Green: 255 LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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Operating Channel Value Function Response characteristic in music operation, if channel 6 = 250…255 0…255 Low (0) to high (255) Channel 6 = 0 Intensity Green 0…255 (0 % to 100 %) Channel 6 = 1… Without function Channel 6 = 0 Intensity Blue 0…255 (0 % to 100 %) Channel 6 = 1…...
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Pr.08 (slow transition bright / dark, red) 200…224 Pr.09 (slow transition bright / dark, green) 225…249 Pr.10 (slow transition bright / dark, blue) 250…255 Sound control Control of all devices that use the same DMX address 0…9 All IDs 10…19 20…29 … LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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Operating Channel Value Function 200…209 ID20 ID21 ID22 … ID66 0…250 Fast response faders 1, 2, 3 and 4 251…255 Delayed response faders 1, 2, 3 and 4 LED floodlight...
100 V … 240 V (AC), 50/60 Hz Power consumption 30 W Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 1 A, slow-blow Dimensions (W × H × D) 300 mm × 200 mm × 60 mm Weight 2.6 kg LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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’...
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: LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy The unit does not work, no Check the mains connection and the fuse. light. No response to the DMX con‐ 1. Check the DMX ports and cables for proper connection. troller. 2. Check the address settings and the DMX polarity. 3.
The fan grids of the device must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dust and dirt. Before cleaning, switch off the device and disconnect AC-powered devices from the mains. Use a lint- free damp cloth for cleaning. Never use solvents or alcohol for cleaning. LED Flood Panel7x3W...
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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