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USER MANUAL

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MANUAL DEL USUARIO

DPX-405 DMX

4-channel Dimmerpack

DPX-405

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Table of contents

Sommaire/Contenido

1. EINFÜHRUNG............................................................................................................................................... 3

2. SICHERHEITSHINWEISE............................................................................................................................. 3

3. BESTIMMUNGSGEMÄSSE VERWENDUNG .............................................................................................. 5

4. GERÄTEBESCHREIBUNG .......................................................................................................................... 5

5. SETUP........................................................................................................................................................... 6

6. BEDIENUNG ................................................................................................................................................. 7

7. REINIGUNG UND WARTUNG...................................................................................................................... 8

8. TECHNISCHE DATEN.................................................................................................................................. 9

1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................................... 10

2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................................... 10

3. OPERATING DETERMINATIONS.............................................................................................................. 12

4. DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................................ 12

5. SETUP......................................................................................................................................................... 13

6. OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................... 14

7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................. 15

8. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................. 16

1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................................... 17

2. INSTRUCTIONS DE SECURITE ................................................................................................................ 17

3. EMPLOI SELON LES PRESCRIPTIONS................................................................................................... 19

4. DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................................ 19

5. SETUP......................................................................................................................................................... 20

6. MANIEMENT............................................................................................................................................... 21

7. NETTOYAGE ET MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................. 21

8. CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES....................................................................................................... 22

1. INTRODUCCIÓN......................................................................................................................................... 23

2. INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD .......................................................................................................... 23

3. INSTRUCCIONES DE MANEJO ................................................................................................................ 24

4. DESCRIPCIÓN DEL APARATO................................................................................................................. 25

5. SETUP......................................................................................................................................................... 25

6. OPERACIÓN............................................................................................................................................... 27

7. LIMPIEZA Y MANTENIMIENTO................................................................................................................. 27

8. ESPECIFICACIONES TÉCNICAS.............................................................................................................. 28

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USER MANUAL

DPX-405 DMX

4-channel chaser

CAUTION!

Keep this device away from rain and moisture!

Unplug mains lead before opening the housing!

For your own safety, please read this user manual carefully before you initially start-up.

Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device has to

- be qualified

- follow the instructions of this manual

- consider this manual to be part of the total product

- keep this manual for the entire service life of the product

- pass this manual on to every further owner or user of the product

- download the latest version of the user manual from the Internet

1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you for having chosen a EUROLITE DPX-405 DMX. If you follow the instructions given in this manual,

we are sure that you will enjoy this device for a long period of time.

Unpack your DPX-405 DMX.

2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION!

Be careful with your operations. With a dangerous voltage you can suffer a dangerous

electric shock when touching the wires!

This device has left our premises in absolutely perfect condition. In order to maintain this condition and to

ensure a safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning

notes written in this user manual.

Important:

Damages caused by the disregard of this user manual are not subject to warranty. The dealer

will not accept liability for any resulting defects or problems.

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If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not switch it

on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your device. Leave the device switched off

until it has reached room temperature.

Please make sure that there are no obvious transport damages. Should you notice any damages on the A/C

connection cable or on the casing, do not take the device into operation and immediately consult your local

dealer.

This device falls under protection-class I. The power plug must only be plugged into a protection class I

outlet. The voltage and frequency must exactly be the same as stated on the device. Wrong voltages or

power outlets can lead to the destruction of the device and to mortal electrical shock.

Always plug in the power plug least. The power plug must always be inserted without force. Make sure that

the plug is tightly connected with the outlet.

Never let the power-cord come into contact with other cables! Handle the power-cord and all connections

with the mains with particular caution! Never touch them with wet hands, as this could lead to mortal

electrical shock.

Never modify, bend, strain mechanically, put pressure on, pull or heat up the power cord. Never operate next

to sources of heat or cold. Disregard can lead to power cord damages, fire or mortal electrical shock.

The cable insert or the female part in the device must never be strained. There must always be sufficient

cable to the device. Otherwise, the cable may be damaged which may lead to mortal damage.

Make sure that the power-cord is never crimped or damaged by sharp edges. Check the device and the

power-cord from time to time.

If extension cords are used, make sure that the core diameter is sufficient for the required power

consumption of the device. All warnings concerning the power cords are also valid for possible extension

cords.

Always disconnect from the mains, when the device is not in use or before cleaning it. Only handle the

power-cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the power-cord. Otherwise, the cable or plug can

be damaged leading to mortal electrical shock. If the power plug or the power switch is not accessible, the

device must be disconnected via the mains.

If the power plug or the device is dusty, the device must be taken out of operation, disconnected and then be

cleaned with a dry cloth. Dust can reduce the insulation which may lead to mortal electrical shock. More

severe dirt in and at the device should only be removed by a specialist.

There must never enter any liquid into power outlets, extension cords or any holes in the housing of the

device. If you suppose that also a minimal amount of liquid may have entered the device, it must immediately

be disconnected. This is also valid, if the device was exposed to high humidity. Also if the device is still

running, the device must be checked by a specialist if the liquid has reduced any insulation. Reduced

insulation can cause mortal electrical shock.

There must never be any objects entering into the device. This is especially valid for metal parts. If any metal

parts like staples or coarse metal chips enter into the device, the device must be taken out of operation and

disconnected immediately. Malfunction or short-circuits caused by metal parts may cause mortal injuries.

Keep away children and amateurs!

Never leave this device running unattended.

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3. OPERATING DETERMINATIONS

This device is a lighting controller for controlling other devices like spots in discotheques, on stages etc. This

product is allowed to be operated with an alternating current of 230 V, 50 Hz and was designed for indoor

use only.

Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.

When choosing the installation-spot, please make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme heat,

moisture or dust. There should not be any cables lying around. You endanger your own and the safety of

others!

This device must never be operated or stockpiled in sourroundings where splash water, rain, moisture or fog

may harm the device. Moisture or very high humidity can reduce the insulation and lead to mortal electrical

shocks. When using smoke machines, make sure that the device is never exposed to the direct smoke jet

and is installed in a distance of 0.5 meters between smoke machine and device. The room must only be

saturated with an amount of smoke that the visibility will always be more than 10 meters.

The ambient temperature must always be between -5° C and +45° C. Keep away from direct insulation

(particularly in cars) and heaters.

The relative humidity must not exceed 50 % with an ambient temperature of 45° C.

This device must only be operated in an altitude between -20 and 2000 m over NN.

Never use the device during thunderstorms. Over voltage could destroy the device. Always disconnect the

device during thunderstorms.

Operate the device only after having familiarized with its functions. Do not permit operation by persons not

qualified for operating the device. Most damages are the result of unprofessional operation!

Please use the original packaging if the device is to be transported.

Please consider that unauthorized modifications on the device are forbidden due to safety reasons!

If this device will be operated in any way different to the one described in this manual, the product may suffer

damages and the guarantee becomes void. Furthermore, any other operation may lead to dangers like short-

circuit, burns, electric shock, etc.

4. DESCRIPTION

4.1 Features

4 channel DMX Dimmer Pack

• 4 channels

• Connection via 4 IEC output sockets

• 16 built-in programs

• 19"-dimensions

• 1 Unit

• Adressing via display

• 5 A resistive load per channel

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4.2 Overview

Frontpanel

DPX-405

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

1) Mode Button: This button will change the operate mode between DMX and chaser.

2) Menu Button: This button will activate the different functions in DMX and chase modes.

3) Up Button: This button will increase the displayed value in the LCD display.

4) Down Button: This button will decrease the displayed value in the LCD display.

5) Green L.E.D. Indicators: These LEDs will indicate their relevant channel activity.

6) LCD Display: This multifunction display will detail all chasers and programs that pertain to the current

operating mode of the pack.

7) Channel Fuses: Each of the four channels is protected by a 6.3A fuse. These fuses prevent you from

overloading and damaging your pack. Be sure to always replace with the exact same type fuse.

8) Circuit breaker: 16A

Rearpanel

9

11

12

10

9) Power Output: Four channel output.

10) DMX Input: This connector accepts your DMX input signal.

11) DMX Output: This connector sends your DMX input signal through to the next DMX device.

12) Power Input: The main power input.

5. SETUP

5.1 Installation

Install the device on a plane surface or install it in rack.

Rack-installation: This device is built for 19" racks (483 mm). The rack you use should be a Double-Door-

Rack where you can open the frontpanel and the rear panel. The rack should be provided with a cooling fan.

When mounting the controller into the rack, please make sure that there is enough space around the device

so that the heated air can be passed on. Steady overheating will damage your device.

You can fix the controller with four screws M6 in the rack.

5.2 Connection with the mains

Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug.

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The occupation of the connection-cables is as follows:

Cable Pin International

Brown Live L

Blue Neutral N

Yellow/Green Earth

The earth has to be connected!

If the device will be directly connected with the local power supply network, a disconnection switch with a

minimum opening of 3 mm at every pole has to be included in the permanent electrical installation.

The device must only be connected with an electric installation carried out in compliance with the IEC-

standards. The electric installation must be equipped with a Residual Current Device (RCD) with a maximum

fault current of 30 mA.

5.3 Connection with the dimmerpacks

DMX-512:

The wires must not come into contact with each other, otherwise

the fixtures will not work at all, or will not work properly.

Only use a stereo shielded cable and 3-pin XLR-plugs and connectors in order to connect the controller with

the fixture or one fixture with another.

Building a serial DMX-chain:

Connect the DMX-output of the DPX-405 with the DMX-input of the nearest dimmerpack. Always connect

one output with the input of the next fixture until all fixtures are connected.

Caution: At the last fixture, the DMX-cable has to be terminated with a terminator. Solder a 120

Ω resistor

between Signal (–) and Signal (+) into a 3-pin XLR-plug and plug it in the DMX-output of the last fixture.

5.4 Outputs

Output is via 4 IEC-output-sockets on the rearpanel.

Connect your loads via the output-sockets. The maximum load per channel is 1,150 W. Please note that the

maximum current of 16 A must never be exceeded.

6. OPERATION

After you connected the device to the mains, the DPX-405 DMX is ready for use.

The unit has two different operating modes. It can be used as a four channel chaser or as a 1, 2, or 4

channel DMX dimmer pack. Please follow the instructions below to operate the unit in your desired mode.

6.1 Chase Mode

Use this operating mode only if you are planning on using your DPX-405 DMX as a four channel chaser.

This device has 16 built in programs, you may select any of these programs or set the pack to chase in a

random sequence of all 16 built-in programs for a more dramatic light show. You may control the speed at

which the programs will chase.

1) Connect your spots to the terminal outputs.

2) Use the mode button to select chase mode: Chase mode is indicated by “P” followed by numbers 01-16.

If “A” appears in the LCD display you are in DMX mode, “A” stands for address.

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3) Set you desired chase pattern via the Up and Down buttons.

4) Set you desired chase speed: At this point you may change the program chase speed. While in chase

mode, tap on the MENU button until the “SP” followed by two numbers is displayed in the LCD. Then use

the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust the chase speed. A value of 99 will give you the fastest chase

speed (about 1/10th of a second). A value of 01 will give you the slowest chase speed (one step every

30 sec.).

5) You may now change the light intensity: Use the MENU button to select “d” in the LCD. Use the UP and

DOWN arrow keys to change the light output intensity. 00 will give the lowest output and 99 will give you

full intensity.

6.2 DMX Mode

Use this operating mode only if you plan to use your pack as a DMX dimmer. This function will allow you to

turn on and control the intensity of non-DMX with the use of a DMX controller. On, off, and dimming functions

can be performed through this pack. You may also set your dimmer pack to function as a 1, 2, or 4 channel

DMX dimmer pack, which means you can combine the output functions.

DMX Operation:

1) Plug in a DMX controller to your dimmer pack via the 3-pin XLR cables.

2) Connect your spotlights to the terminal outputs.

3) Decide if you are going to use your dimmer pack as 1, 2, or 4 channels. This function allows you to:

A. Control the output to all four output with one DMX channel.

B. Group outlet channels one and two and group outlets channels three and four. The first group will be

controlled by one DMX channel and the second group will be controlled by another DMX channel.

This gives the pack a DMX value of two.

4) The default setting is a four channel DMX switcher, each channel is controlled by one DMX channel.

5) To change the channel function mode be sure you are in DMX mode. Use the MENU button to select

“CH” followed by two digits. Then use the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to change the setting from 01,

02, or 04. Your dimmer pack is initially set as a four channel DMX switcher.

6) The dimmer pack is initially set to be activated by DMX address one. To change this setting be sure you

are in DMX mode. Use the MENU button to select the address settings, this will be indicated by an “A” in

the first character of the LCD followed by three numbers. Use the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to select

your desired DMX address. Remember the DMX address tells your DMX controller what channel to

activate the pack’s functions.

7) Once you have set the pack’s DMX address be sure your controller’s address matches that of the

pack’s.

8) Your pack will now operate as DMX dimmer, you may control the light output intensity through your DMX

controller. 0 will give no output and 255 will give you full output.

7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Disconnect from mains before starting maintenance operation!

DANGER TO LIFE!

We recommend a frequent cleaning of the device. Please use a soft lint-free and moistened cloth. Never use

alcohol or solvents!

There are no servicable parts inside the device except for the fuse. Maintenance and service operations are

only to be carried out by authorized dealers.

7.1 Replacing the fuse

If the fine-wire fuse of the device fuses, only replace the fuse by a fuse of same type and rating.

Before replacing the fuse, unplug mains lead.

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Procedure:

Step 1: Unscrew the fuseholder with a fitting screwdriver from the housing (anti-clockwise).

Step 2: Remove the old fuse from the fuseholder.

Step 3: Install the new fuse in the fuseholder.

Step 4: Replace the fuseholder in the housing and fix it.

Should you need any spare parts, please use genuine parts.

If the power supply cable of this device becomes damaged, it has to be replaced by authorized dealers only

in order to avoid hazards.

Should you have further questions, please contact your dealer.

8. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Power supply: 230 V AC, 50 Hz ~

Max. power output: 3680 W

Max. current: 16 A

Number of control-channels: 4

Max. output/channel: 1150 W

Max. current/channel: 5 A

Integrated programs: 16

Output sockets: 4 IEC sockets

Fuse: 4 x F 6.3 A, 250 V

Dimensions (WxDxH): 482 x 163 x 44 mm

19" mounting dimensions with 1 u

Minimum mounting depth: 230 mm

Weight: 3 kg

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