STARVILLE DMX-Master I User manual

DMX-Master I,

DMX-Master MK II ENC

DMX controller

user manual

Musikhaus Thomann

Thomann GmbH

Hans-Thomann-Straße 1

96138 Burgebrach

Germany

Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0

E-mail: [email protected]

Internet: www.thomann.de

08.11.2019, ID: 168962, 236071 | SW B3.0V3.3

Table of contents

1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5

1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6

1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7

1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 9

2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 10

3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 14

4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 16

5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 18

6 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 19

7 Basics............................................................................................................................................................. 31

8 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 34

8.1 Introduction....................................................................................................................................... 34

8.2 Enabling programming mode..................................................................................................... 34

8.3 Programming scenes...................................................................................................................... 35

8.4 Programming chase........................................................................................................................ 41

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8.5 Assigning / reversing DMX channels........................................................................................ 45

8.6 Calling up scenes.............................................................................................................................. 51

8.7 Calling chases.................................................................................................................................... 53

8.8 The MIDI functions........................................................................................................................... 55

8.9 Sending data...................................................................................................................................... 57

8.10 Receiving data................................................................................................................................ 58

9 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 59

10 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 61

11 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 63

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1 General information

This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and

follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure

that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure

that they also receive this manual.

Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐

fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the

user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.

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1.1 Further information

On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the

following points:

Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.

Keyword search

Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of

interest for you quickly.

Online guides

Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics

and terms.

Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.

Service

If you have any problems with the device the customer service will

gladly assist you.

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1.2 Notational conventions

This manual uses the following notational conventions:

The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.

Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.

Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.

Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ .

Letterings

Displays

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The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is

indented and highlighted by an arrow.

Example:

1. Switch on the device.

2. Press [Auto].

ð

Automatic operation is started.

3. Switch o the device.

References to other locations in this manual are identied by an arrow and the specied page

number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-reference to jump to

the specied location.

Example: See

Ä

‘Cross-references’ on page 8.

Instructions

Cross-references

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1.3 Symbols and signal words

In this section you will nd 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.

NOTICE! 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 – danger zone.

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2 Safety instructions

This device is used to control spotlights, dimmers, lighting eects equipment, Moving Heads

or other DMX-controlled devices. The device is designed for professional use and is not suit‐

able for use in households. 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 per‐

sonal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from

improper use.

This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intellectual

abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this

device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.

Intended use

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DANGER!

Danger for children

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not

within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!

Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from

the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!

Never let children unattended use electrical devices.

Safety

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NOTICE!

External power supply

The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the

external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the

voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur‐

rent circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos‐

sibly the user.

Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the

device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or

re.

NOTICE!

Risk of re

Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat

source. Keep the device away from naked ames.

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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.

NOTICE!

Possible staining

The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react

with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC oor and after some

time cause permanent dark stains.

In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the oor, but use felt-pad

oor protectors or a carpet.

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3 Features

Special features of the device:

n 192 DMX channels

n 12 units with up to 16 DMX channels operable

n 30 banks with 8 freely programmable scenes

n Six Chase programmes with up to 240 scenes from 30 banks

n Eight faders for manual control

n All data interchangeable between two units

n Auto programmes (scenes and chases), controlled by Wait Time knob (or Tap Sync) and

Fade Time knob

n Stepless fade time setting (0-30 seconds)

n Two encoder wheels for precise adjustment of PAN and TILT (DMX Master MK-II ENC)

n Fine tuning for PAN and TILT

n Inverted DMX channels allow reverse output control for the sliders

n Assigned or reversed DMX channel preview

n 8 / 16 channel mode for assigned or reversed DMX channels

n Blackout master

n Stand-alone mode

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n Manual overriding of scenes in chases

n Sound control

n MIDI control for banks, chases and blackout

n LCD

n DMX polarity adjustable

n Memory retention on power failure

n Auto addressing

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4 Installation

NOTICE!

Possible staining

The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react

with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC oor and after some

time cause permanent dark stains.

In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the oor, but use felt-pad

oor protectors or a carpet.

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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Wiring diagram for fog

machines

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5 Starting up

Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched o. Use the shortest possible high-

quality cables for all connections.

Connect the included power adapter to the 9V connector of the unit and then plug the power

adapter into a wall outlet.

Turn on the device using the main switch on the rear panel. After switching on, the display

briey shows the software version as well as the operating mode and the associated indicator

LED lights up.

Connecting the power adapter

Turning the unit on

Starting up

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6 Connections and controls

Front panel DMX Master I

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Front panel DMX Master MK-II ENC

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