Media Spinner
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1. DUTCH MEDIA TOOLS Media Spinner ORDERCODE 40169 SHOWELECTRONICS FOR PROFESSIONALS Congratulations You have bought a great innovative product from DMT The DMT Media Spinner brings excitement to any venue Whether you want simple plug amp play action or a sophisticated DMX show this product provides the effect you need You can rely on DMT for more excellent lighting products We design and manufacture professional light equipment for the entertainment industry New products are being launched regularly We work hard to keep you our customer satisfied For more information iwant dutchmediatools info You can get some of the best quality best priced products on the market from DMT So next time turn to DMT for more great lighting equipment Always get the best with DMT Thank you DUTCH MEDIA TOOLS DMT Media Spinner Product Guide Warning Safety instructions a in ORE One CTS MACON Mlerelgem Description E Features and oie ec caus ET PERS FUN ETA OW es eccrine erence ea cae eigen es ise seats leas rsd pew gs pac cee ae SET Up and eat TT UT ON PO OO2. CSU Control Mode DMX addressing T Functions control panel Master Slave a Maintenance Replacing the Fuse TOUDISS OO NN TT XE ROOT I Rm TO a E et cc ea 0 1 50 5 me ae de WARNING FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START UP Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving this product carefully unpack the carton and check the contents fo ensure that all parts are present and have been received in good condition Notify the dealer immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling Save the carton and all packing materials In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing Your shipment includes DMT Media Spinner 1X 3m 3 pin powercable e User manual Contact Us General Information Technical Support Internet Highlite International B V Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrade The Netherlands Sales Department 0031 45 5667701 Export Department 0031 45 5667706 Highlite International B V Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrade The Netherlands Technical Department 0031 45 5667703 wwN highlite nl WARNING CAUTION Keep this device away from rain and m
3. The head can be turned by 540 and stopped at any position you wish Channel 2 Pan 16 bit 0 255 Gradual adjustment Pan Speed from fast to slow Channel 3 Pan Speed Adjustment Max Speed 1 255 Pan movement with decreasing soeed Channel 4 Function 0 129 130 139 PAN movement reset 140 209 10 Control Panel When the indicator light is on means the Media Spinner is working Control board Fig 4 CEF A Display D Up Button DMX LED E Down Button MODE ESC Button ENTER Button Control Mode The fixtures are individually addressed 4900 ECEE on a data link and connected to the controller The fixtures respond to the DMX signal from the controller When you select the DMX address and save it the controller will display the saved DMX address the next time DMX Addressing The control panel on the front side of the base allows you to assign the DMX fixture address which is the first channel from which the Media Spinner will respond the controller Please note when you use the controller the unit has 4 channels When using multiple Media Spinners make sure you set the DMX addresses right Therefore the DMX address of the first Media Spinner should be 1 A001 the DMX address of the second Media Spinner should be 14455 A005 the DMX address of the third Media Spinner should be 5 4 9 A009 etc Please be sure that you don t have any overlapping channels in order to contro
4. STER SLAVE mode that you selected before Tilt mode Positive Tilt mode Negative MODE 5 Press the MODE ESC button until the display shows 15 and set desired function via UP DOWN buttons FE as LED positive mode and 15 as LED Negative mode Press the ENTER button confirm the function and the display will shows DMX or MASTER SLAVE mode that you selected before LED mode Positive LED mode Negative MODE 6 Press the MODE ESC button until the display shows and set the desired function via UP DOWN buttons L Ron as lamp on mode and as lamp off mode Press the ENTER button confirm the function and the display will shows DMX or MASTER SLAVE mode that you selected before Lamp on Lamp off MODE 7 Press the MODE ESC button until the display shows Hin Press the ENTER button will system reset System reset MODE 8 Press the MODE ESC button until the display shows Press the ENTER button will go back to the default mode Load default 13 Out XLR Signalwire Out Out Out Out Light 1 Light 2 Light 3 Light 4 Maintenance The operator has make sure that safety relating and machine technical installations are to be inspected by an expert after every four years in the course of an acceptance test The operator has to make sure that safety relating and machine technical installations are to be inspected by a skiled person once a year The following po
5. aning Damages caused by non observance are not subject to warranty Set Up and Operation Follow the directions below as they pertain to your preferred operation mode Before plugging the unit in always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification voltage Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 230V power or vice versa One Media Spinner 1 Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing Use a proper clamp fastened onto the Media Spinner Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation 2 Plug one end of the electric mains power cord into the IEC socket on the unit Then plug the other end of the cord into a proper electric power supply socket 3 Use a 3 p XLR cable fo connect the Media Spinner and other devices Occupation of the XLR connection DMX OUTPUT Female DMX input Male XLR mounting socket XLR mounting plug 3 1 20 7 O4 Signal 3 Signal 19 Os 4 Free 5 Free 4 Always use safety cable Media Spinners Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing Use a proper clamp fastened onto the Media Spinner Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation Use a 3 p XLR cable to connect the Media Spinners and other devices Always use a safety cable Link the units as shown in figure 3 Connect a DMX signal cable from the first unit s DMX out socket to the second unit s in socket Repeat this process link the se
6. cement use fuses of same and rating only The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the Media Spinner The manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device e Forreplacement use fuses of same and rating only e This device falls under protection class Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow green conductor to earth Repairs servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician e WARRANTY Till one year after date of purchase OPERATING DETERMINATIONS This device is not designed for permanent operation Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the device will serve you for a long time without defects The maximum ambient temperature must never exceed 40 C If this device is operated in any other way than the one described in this manual the product may suffer damages and the warranty becomes void Any other operation may lead to dangers like short circuit burns electric shock crash etc You endanger your own safety and the safety of others Rigging Please follow European and national guidelines concerning rigging trussing and all other safety issues Do not attempt the installation yourself Always let the installation be carried out by an authorized dealer Procedure If the Media Spinner is lowered from the ceiling or high joists professional trussing syst
7. cond third and fourth units 5 Supply electric power Plug electric mains power cords into each unit s IEC socket then plug the other end of the mains power cord into proper electric power supply sockets starting with the first unit Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly Aa N Multiple Media Spinners Set Up DMX Set up Master Slave Set up Fig 3 Note Link all cables before connecting electric power Fixture Linking You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX 512 controller or to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a master slave operating mode The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fixtures the data link can support Important Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line To comply with the EIA 485 standard no more than 32 devices should be connected on one data link Connecting more than 32 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal Maximum serial data link distance 500 meters 1640 ft Maximum number of fixtures on a serial data link 32 fixtures DMX Protocol Channel 1 Horizontal movement Pan Push the slider up in order to move head horizontally PAN Gradual head adjustment from one end of the slider to the other
8. ems have to be used Use a clamp mount the Media Spinner with the mounting bracket to the trussing system The Media Spinner must never be fixed swinging freely in the room The installation must always be secured with a safety attachment e g an appropriate safety net safety cable When rigging derigging or servicing the Media Spinner always make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked and staying in the area is forbidden Flat surface Upside Down Against a wall This fixture must always be mounted horizontally The base may be set on a flat surface or hanged upside down However the base must always be parallel to the floor Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property Connection with mains Connect the device to the mains with the power plug Always pay attention that the right color cable is connected to the right place International EU Cable UK Cable US Cable Pin BROWN YELLOW COPPER FASE BLUE BLACK SILVER OO N O NUL YELLOW GREEN GREEN GREEN EARTH Make sure that the device is always connected properly to the earth Description of the device Features The DMT Media Spinner is a great multimedia effect e 540 pan movement e DMX control via standard DMX controller 4 DMX control channels required e Maximum Load Capacity Platform 50 kg Overview Fig 1 1470 15 16 Fig 2 14 1 Display 9 3 pin DMX signal con
9. he same and specification See the product specification label for details 14 Troubleshooting No Movement This troubleshooting guide is meant to help solve simple problems If a problem occurs carry out the steps below in sequence until a solution is found Once the unit operates properly do not carry out following steps If the light effect does not operate properly refer servicing to a technician Response Suspect two potential problem areas the power supply the fuse 1 Power supply Check that the unit is plugged into an appropriate power supply 2 Ihe fuse Replace the fuse See page 14 for replacing the fuse No Response to DMX Response Suspect the DMX cable or connectors a controller malfunction a light effect DMX card malfunction 1 Check the DMX cable Unplug the unit change the DMX cable then reconnect to electrical power Try your DMX control again 2 Determine whether the controller or light effect is at fault Does the controller operate properly with other DMX products 9 If not fake the controller in for repair If so take the DMX cable and the light effect to a qualified Technician 15 Symptom Solution s Applies to Lights Foggers amp Dimmers amp SNOW Auto shut off Check fan thermal switch reset 4 Beam Is very dim Clean optical system or replace or not bright lamp Check 220 110v switch for proper setting Breaker Fuse Check total load placed on keeps blowing de
10. ints have to be considered during the inspection 1 All screws used for installing the device or parts of the device have to be tightly connected and must not be corroded 2 There may not be any deformations on housings fixations and installation spots 3 Mechanically moving parts like axles eyes and others may not show any traces of wearing 4 The electric power supply cables must not show any damages or material fatigue The DMT Media Spinner requires almost no maintenance However you should keep the unit clean Disconnect the mains power supply and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth Do not immerse in liquid Do not use alcohol or solvents Keep connections clean Disconnect electric power and then wipe the DMX and audio connections with damp cloth Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power Replacing a Fuse Power surges short circuit or inappropriate electrical power supply may cause a fuse to burn out If the fuse burns out the product will not function whatsoever If this happens follow the directions below do so 1 Unplug the unit from electric power source 2 Insert a flat head screwdriver into a slot in the fuse cover Gently pry up the fuse cover The fuse will come out 3 Remove the used fuse If brown or unclear it is burned out 4 Insert the replacement fuse into the holder where the old fuse was Reinsert the fuse cover Be sure to Use fuse of t
11. l each Media Spinner correctly If two or more Media Spinners are addressed similarly they will work similarly For address settings please refer to the instructions under Addressing menu Controlling After having addressed all Media Spinner fixtures you may now start operating these via your lighting controller Note After switching on the Media Spinner will automatically detect whether DMX 512 data is received or not If there is no data received at the DMX input the LED on the control panel will not flash The problem may be The XLR cable from the controller is connected with the input of the Media Spinner The controller is switched off or defective the cable or connector is detective or the signal wires are swapped in the input connector Note It s necessary to insert a XLR termination plug with 120 Ohm in the last fixture in order to ensure proper transmission on the DMX data link 11 Control Panel Functions Use the lt MODE ESC gt button to scroll through these menu items Use the UP DOWN and lt ENTER gt buttons to scroll through these menu items When navigating through the menu Use the MODE ESC button to scroll through the main menu to go 1 step back Use the UP DOWN buttons to change the setting Use the ENTER button to move right Addressing With this menu you can set the DMX address EL DMX adaressing 1 Press Mode until the display sho
12. nector IN 2 Carrying handle 10 XLR In Out connector 3 XLR In Out connector 11 3 pin DMX signal connector OUT 4 RCA In Out connectors 12 On Off 5 power connector 13 Base Fuse 5A Platform Fuse 10A 6 5 pin DMX signal connector IN 14 IEC power connector Fuse 7 5 pin DMX signal connector OUT 15 5 pin DMX signal connector OUT 8 RCA In Out connectors 16 3 pin DMX signal connector OUT 7 Additional Features e 3 pin and 5 pin DMX connections on base and platform e 5 in out connections capable of up to a 720p signal individually grounded e XLR in out connection e DMX pass through to platform when power is on off e IEC and Edison power connectors on platform Convenient 4 Tturn fasteners e Multiple mounting options Platform plate with mounting slots Dual mounting brackets Built in automatic programs via master slave e Automatic pan correction e Micro stepping motors e LED display 16 bit pan resolution e Isolated fuses for base and platform e Fan cooled Channel Function 1 2 3 Vector Speed 4 Platform Power Installation Follow the directions below as they pertain to your preferred operation mode Before plugging the unit in always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification voltage Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 230V power or vice versa Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cle
13. ng around Do not insert objects into air vents Do not connect this device to a dimmerpack Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals as this would reduce the system s life Do not shake the device Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device Only use device indoor avoid contact with water or other liquids Only operate the fixture after having checked that the housing is firmly closed and all screws are tightly fastened Only operate the device after having familiarized with its functions Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases Always make sure that the attached devices LCD Plasma etc are secured to the Media Spinner Always allow free air space of at least 50 cm around the unit for ventilation Always disconnect power from the mains when device is not used or before cleaning Only handle the power cord by the plug Never pull out the plug by tugging the power cord 3 Always check that all external covers and rigging hardware are securely fastened Always keep fingers and objects out of the holes in the mounting bracket Make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme heat moisture or dust Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel Make sure that the cable diameter of the extension cords and powercables are sufficient for the current consumption of the device The powercable may not be modified broken mechanically strained pres
14. oisture Unplug mains lead before opening housing FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START UP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation operation and maintenance of this device has to be qualified follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION Be careful with your operations AN With a dangerous voltage you can suffer a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires Before your initial start up please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation Should there be any consult your dealer and do not use the device To maintain perfect 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 manual Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are not subject to warranty his device contains no user serviceable parts Refer servicing to qualified technicians only IMPORTANT The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non observance of this manual or any unauthorized modification to the device e 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 remove warning or informative labels from the unit Never use anything to cover the ground contact Never leave any cables lyi
15. sed together or heated e he 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 deadly electrical shocks e the external cable is damaged it has to be replaced by a qualified technician e Make sure that the power cord is never crimped or damaged Check the device and the power cord from time to time e device is obviously damaged if has to be replaced So that its functions are not impaired due to cracks or deep scratches e Never hit the device with a hammer or other tools as this may lead to damages e Make sure that this product is recycled at the end of its life fo protect our environment e device is dropped or struck disconnect mains power supply immediately Have a qualified engineer inspect for safety before operating e 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 e f your DMT device fails to work properly discontinue use immediately Pack the unit securely preferably in the original packing material and return it your DMT dealer for service e For adult use only The device must be installed out of the reach of children Never leave the unit running unattended e Forrepla
16. t will automatically enter into this mode 16 Product Specification Model DMT Media Spinner Voltage 240V 50Hz CE Power 50W Power Output AC Plug 3450W at 230V Max Base Main 20mm Glass 5A 250V Fast Blow Platform 20mm Glass 250V Fast Blow Dimensions 395x385x255mm LxWxH Weight 17 2 kg Operation and Programming Signal pin OUT pin 1 earth pin 2 pin 3 Set Up and Addressing DMX Dip Switches DMX Channels 4 Signal input 3 pin XLR male Signal output 3 pin XLR female RCA In Out 85 MHz at Z 75 ohms XLR In Out 85 MHz at 4 75 ohms Maximum Load Capacity Platform 50 kg Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice Website www Highlite nl Email serviceQhighlite nl 5 HIGHLITE 17 DT DUTCH MEDIA TOOLS 2007 DMT
17. vice Is too slow Check user manual for Basso Basso Device Check for power on Mains power Check device s fuse internal and or external Fixture is not Check DMX Dip switch settings for responding correct addressing Check DMX cables Check polarity switch settings Fixture is on but Make sure you have the correct there is no audio mode on the control movement to the switches If audio provided via audio jack make sure a live audio signal exists Adjust sound sensitivity knob Lamps cuts off Possible bad lamp or fixture is sporadically overheating Lamp may be at end of its life X Light will not come Some discharge lamps require a on after power cooling off period before the failure electronics in the fixture can kick start it again wait 5 to 10 minutes before powering up Loss of signal Use only DMX cables Install terminator Note Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights e eee setting Peer frees in shipping eem shifted during shipping readjust No light output Check slip ring amp brushes for X contact Install bulb Call service technician Check cable connections LS SES ES work connected fo device Stand alone mode All llighting fixtures featuring X stand alone functions do require additional settings simply power the fixture and i
18. ws Run then press enter Press the Up Down button until the display shows DNCO and then press Enter 2 Press Up Down select the required address d80 2 EC press Enter fo confirm 3 Press Choose the chosen address is shown on the display 12 MODE 1 900 as default mode Receive DMX512 signal set the desired address the UP DOWN buttons DMX mode select channel 1 channel 512 MODE 2 press the MODE ESC button until the display shows 39 set the desired function via UP DOWN buttons BET as master auto mode HA As master sound control mode and as slave mode Press the ENTER button confirm the function and then SER will change nr Un HA will change to will change Son Master mode master auto mode Master mode master sound control mode Slave mode slave MODE 3 Press the MODE ESC button until the display shows EZ PAn and set the desired function UP DOWN buttons PAR as pan positive mode and as pan negative mode Press the ENTER button confirm the function and the display will shows DMX or master slave mode that you selected before Pan mode Positive Pan mode Negative MODE 4 Press the MODE ESC button until the display shows EN FE no set the desired function UP DOWN buttons 23 as tilt positive mode and Fb i as tilt Negative mode Press the ENTER button confirm the function and the display will shows DMX or MA
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