Botex DR-PRO Rack DMX Recorder User manual

DR-PRO Rack

DMX recorder

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

13.05.2020, ID: 390098

Table of contents

1 General information................................................................................................................................. 6

1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 7

1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 8

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

2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 11

3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 15

4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 16

5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 19

6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 26

6.1 Setting the operating mode........................................................................................................ 26

6.2 Making user settings....................................................................................................................... 27

7 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 52

8 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 54

9 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 55

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10 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 56

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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.

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.

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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 unit is used to record and playback DMX signals. 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 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.

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

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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.

Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the chapter

‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature uctua‐

tions and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to tem‐

perature uctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures).

Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient

conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by

qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other

malfunction.

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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

n DMX input for recording DMX sequences

n DMX output

n 8 memory locations for chases, scenes or shows

n Playback of the DMX sequences in 3 dierent trigger modes

n Storage option on SD cards

n Time information from SMPTE or MIDI signal can be used

n Operating via buttons and high-resolution display on the unit

n Plug-in power supply included

n 19" rack mountable (1 RU)

n Control via external triggers

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4 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.

Create all connections while the device is o. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for

all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.

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Connect the DMX input of the DMX recorder (R) to the DMX output of a DMX controller (C).

Connect the output of the DMX recorder (R) to the rst DMX device (1), such as a spotlight.

Connect the output of the rst DMX device (1) to the input of the second one and so on, to

form a series connection. Make sure that the output of the last DMX device (n) in the chain is

terminated by a resistor (110 Ω, ¼ W).

DMX connections

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While both the device and the DMX controller are in operation, the [DMX] LED lights up and

thereby indicates that a DMX signal is being received on the input.

Connect the included AC adapter to the device, then to the mains. Switch the unit on with the

main switch to start operation.

DMX indicator

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5 Connections and controls

Front panel

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1 [USB]

USB port to connect a computer

2 [SD CARD]

Slot for SD memory card

3 [DMX IN]

The control LED lights when a DMX signal is received.

4 [DMX OUT]

The control LED lights up when a DMX signal is sent.

5 [SMPTE]

The control LED lights up if usable time information is received via the SMTPE interface in ‘SMPTE / MIDI trigger’

mode.

6 [MIDI]

The control LED lights up if usable time information is received via the MIDI interface in ‘SMPTE / MIDI trigger’ mode.

7 [DISPLAY]

8 Keypad for selecting functions and values and for conrmation.

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