Stairville MH-575 S MKII Pro-Spot User manual

Brand: Stairville

Model: MH-575 S MKII Pro-Spot

Category: Stroboscopes & disco lights

Type: User manual

MH-575 S MKII

Pro-Spot

moving head

user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.

Treppendorf 30

96138 Burgebrach

Germany

Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0

email: [email protected]

Internet: www.thomann.de

07.02.2012

Table of contents

1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5

2 Safety notes.................................................................................................................................................. 8

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

4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 15

5 Setup.............................................................................................................................................................. 21

6 Components and functions................................................................................................................ 24

7 Operation.................................................................................................................................................... 28

7.1 Start the device................................................................................................................................. 28

7.2 Main menu.......................................................................................................................................... 29

7.3 Menu diagram................................................................................................................................... 38

7.4 Gobos................................................................................................................................................... 39

7.5 Functions in 15-channel DMX mode........................................................................................ 40

8 Servicing...................................................................................................................................................... 46

8.1 Exchange the gobo wheel............................................................................................................ 46

8.2 Insert or exchange the lamp........................................................................................................ 50

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8.3 Reset the lamp hours counter..................................................................................................... 55

9 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 56

10 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 57

11 Technical data........................................................................................................................................... 59

12 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 61

Table of contents

moving head

1 General notes

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 are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the

right to make changes without notice.

This section gives an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual.Symbols and signal words

General notes

MH-575 S MKII Pro-Spot

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 possible dangerous situation that

can result in death or serious injury if it is not

avoided.

CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word

indicates a possible dangerous situation that

can result in minor injury if it is not avoided.

NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word

indicates a possible dangerous situation that

can result in material and environmental

damage if it is not avoided.

General notes

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Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – high-voltage.

Warning – hot surface.

Warning – dangerous optical radiation.

Warning – suspended load.

Warning – danger zone.

General notes

MH-575 S MKII Pro-Spot

2 Safety notes

This device is intended to be used as moving-head spotlight. 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. No liability will be assumed for

damages resulting from improper use.

This device may be used only by persons with sufficient 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.

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.

Intended use

Safety

Safety notes

moving head

DANGER!

Electric shock caused by high voltages inside

Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present.

Completely disconnect the device from the power supply before you open or

remove covers. Mount all covers and attach them firmly before connecting the

device again.

DANGER!

Electric shock caused by short-circuit

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 registered electrician.

Safety notes

MH-575 S MKII Pro-Spot

WARNING!

Eye damage caused by high light intensity

The lamp used in this device produces an intense beam of visible and invisible

light radiation.

Do not start the operation of the device without completely fixed covers. Never

look directly into the light source.

WARNING!

Risk of epileptic shock

Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons

should avoid looking at strobe lights.

Safety notes

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WARNING!

Risk of burns at the surface and inside of the device

The surface and the inner parts of the device can become very hot during opera‐

tion.

After switching off the device wait for at least 15 minutes before you start any

maintenance activities.

CAUTION!

Risk of injury due to movements of the device

The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright

light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the device, when the device

operates in automatic mode or under remote control and when you turn off a

DMX controller that is connected to the device. Persons staying near the device

could be injured or frightened.

Before you turn on the device and during the operation, always ensure that

nobody stays close to the device. If work has to be performed in the area of move‐

ment or in the near vicinity of the device, it must remain turned off.

Safety notes

MH-575 S MKII Pro-Spot

NOTICE!

Risk of fire

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

source. 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.

Safety notes

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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.

Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long

periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.

Safety notes

MH-575 S MKII Pro-Spot

3 Features

The moving head is very suitable for professional lighting, for example at events, on rock music

stages, in theatres, musical shows or clubs.

Special features of the device:

nControl via DMX (15 channels), foot master / pocket master, or via keys and display at the

device

nBuilt-in automatic show programs

nSound-active mode

nMaster/slave mode

nColour wheel with 9 dichroitic colour filters plus white

nRainbow effect in both directions

nGobo wheel with 7 indexable and rotatable gobos, variable rotation speed and direction

nEffect wheel with rotatable 3-facet prim, variable rotation speed and direction

nAutomatic position correction

Features

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4 Installation

Unpack and check carefully 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.

You can install the device on the wall, ceiling or floor.

WARNING!

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.

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MH-575 S MKII Pro-Spot

CAUTION!

Risk of injury due to heavy weight

Due to the heavy weight of the device, at least two persons are required for trans‐

port and installation.

CAUTION!

Risk of injury due to movements of the device

The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright

light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the device, when the device

operates in automatic mode or under remote control and when you turn off a

DMX controller that is connected to the device. Persons staying near the device

could be injured or frightened.

Before you turn on the device and during the operation, always ensure that

nobody stays close to the device. If work has to be performed in the area of move‐

ment or in the near vicinity of the device, it must remain turned off.

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moving head

NOTICE!

Risk of overheating

The distance between the light output and the illuminated surface must be more

than 0.5 m (19.7 in).

Ensure also that there is enough room for ventilation.

The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F).

NOTICE!

Possible damage caused by movements of the device

Always ensure that enough space is free around the device for the movements of

the head (pan, tilt).

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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 output to audio devices such as mixers or amplifiers.

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Options for mounting

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MH-575 S MKII Pro-Spot

1 Mounting hole for omega brackets

2 Screw thread for clamps

3 Hole for safety cable

The mounting holes and screw threads at the housing underside can be used for secure fixing

of clamps with or without omega brackets. Safety cables can be lead through the holes at the

underside.

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 pin assignment.

1 Ground, shielding

2 DMX data (–)

3 DMX data (+)

DMX connections

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Stairville MH-575 S MKII Pro-Spot User manual

Brand: Stairville

Model: MH-575 S MKII Pro-Spot

Category: Stroboscopes & disco lights

Type: User manual

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