Digital Dimmer WM
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1. 2 Reference Controls Upper bulkhead able gland Control liehts for Display phases REIL Left key with red LED ee key B with red LED Menu key switches to next menu with green LED gt b2safety cut outs ie cl N Mounting Yen gt t behind transparent cover En bracket Lower bulkhead cable gland Check list for urgencies Mount dimmer in a rack or on the wall Please observe weight and required space for cable entries and outlets Always provide for a sufficient ventilation supply and exhaust of cooling air has to be ensured Connect load cable and trigger cable Observe the general safety instructions and utility regulations Electrical wiring may only be made by authorised personnel Set the DMX addresses see p 8 Set the memories see p 10 Set DMX Fail consequence of a failing control input signal see p 12 f needed assign memories or the Chaser to the optional keyboard see p 10 A MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldb ttelbrunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de Digital Dimmer WM Start Reset 3 The Menu tree Main The menu tree will give you an overview of allmenus available ne see 4 Hold for 5 seconds Channel menu see 4 2 Setup menu see 4 4 Memory menu see 4 3 These are the basic facts of using the menu There are three basic menus you can switch Chaser to using the middle2. Mounting wall mounting on fastening brackets standard rack installation optional Hotline 49 5251 688865 99 User s Manual Digital Dimmer WM 05 2005 29 MIA LIGHTING index 2 channel switching mode 13 Table 2 channel mode 26 A Acoustic warning 16 Air supply 18 All channels are switched off 16 B Binary principle 13 Brightness curves 14 C CHA 1s 12 Channel menu 8 CLEARALL 7 Clear curves 13 Connecting the external keyboard 20 Copying values 7 CURVE USER 14 D DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 25 Delay 12 DELETEALL 14 Deleting all settings 7 Deleting curves 13 Deleting values 7 30 Dimensions 19 Dimmer will switch off 16 DMX address 13 DMX Fail 12 E Earthing 13 Encoder 12 EPROM 22 Exchanging the fuse 23 External keyboard 20 F Fading time 10 Fan control 18 G Ground fault protector 18 H HOLD 12 Hole pattern 1 27 Hole pattern 2 28 HTP mode 6 10 Introduction 3 K Keyboard external 20 KILL mode 10 L LED connection 20 LEDs flashing overvoltage 16 LEDs flashing temperature 16 Limit 8 Main menu 6 Mains connection 18 Memory menu 10 Menu tree 5 Minimum load 18 Mounting the dimmer 17 N Neutral conductor 18 O Opening the dimmer 22 P PHASE CORR 15 Phase correction 15 Preheat 9 Programming CHASERS 11 Programming MEMORIES 10 R Rack mounting 17 Red LEDs 16 S Safety cut out 23 Safety instructions 24 Select
3. 100100 15 14 0625 15 6250 100101 65 64 0625 65 6250 010100 16 15 6250 17 1875 010101 66 65 6250 67 1875 110100 18 17 1875 18 7500 110101 68 67 1875 68 7500 001100 20 18 7500 20 3125 001101 70 68 7500 70 3125 101100 21 20 3125 21 8750 101101 71 70 3125 71 8750 011100 23 21 8750 23 4375 011101 73 71 8750 73 4375 111100 24 23 4375 25 0000 OT ge 74 73 4375 75 0000 000010 26 25 0000 26 5625 000011 76 75 0000 76 5625 100010 27 26 5625 28 1250 100011 77 76 5625 78 1250 010010 29 28 1250 29 6875 010011 79 78 1250 79 6875 110010 30 29 6875 31 2500 110011 80 79 6875 81 2500 001010 32 31 2500 32 8125 001011 82 81 2500 82 8125 101010 34 32 8125 34 3750 101011 84 82 8125 84 3750 011010 35 34 3750 35 9375 011011 85 84 3750 85 9375 111010 37 35 9375 37 5000 1110411 5x 87 85 9375 87 5000 000110 38 37 5000 39 0625 000111 88 87 5000 89
4. approx 175mm including mounting brackets The actual space requirements will vary due to the cables connected Weight approx 33 5kg 12 X 3kW 260us approx 37 3kg 12 x 3kW 370us approx 34 0kg 6 X 5 7kW approx 1 3kg 2 mounting brackets Hotline 49 5251 688865 99 User s Manual Digital Dimmer WM 05 2005 19 LIGHTING 8 Inputs and outputs 20 8 1 DMX input and output The DMX input complies with the USITT DMX 512 1990 standard Any device functioning according to this standard can trigger the MA Digital Dimmer WM Suppressor diodes will provide an additional overvoltage protection for the DMX input complying with RS485 or RS422a standards The DMX output has an identical pinout all 5 pins to the DMX input Terminal assignment GND Ground not connected to earth DMX Data DMX Data Both terminal connections are connected to each other Please note that all DMX devices are connected in sequence and no Y connections are made The DMX line has to end in a 100 Q terminal resistance between pin 2 and pin 3 Settings like the DMX address etc have to be made from the menus see chapter 4 2 and 4 4 8 2 External keyboard not supplied You can use an external keyboard to start or stop the Memories 1 to 8 You can connect each key to an LED indicating the Memory status For the assigning of Memories see chapter 4 3 LED connection Each LED output has to be connected to GND and t
5. Dimmer works in HTP mode Highest Takes Precedence i e only the higher value derived from an external or internal modulation will be output L1 3 displayed voltage ofthe three phases L1 ch 1 4 L2 ch 5 8 L3 ch 9 12 D DMX address of the first channel in the BLOCK setting the following channels are numbered in ascending order T internal dimmer temperature in degrees Celsius Current displays the running or last called Chaser or Memory Status DMX OK DMX signal is being received NO DMX no DMX input signal on the right the current output is displayed Can be set by DMX FAIL Value shows the temporary not saved value of the selected channel For a running Chaser a started Memory or an externally entered value the channel value will no longer be displayed CHA shows the selected channel 1 12 SET shows the set preset value this value can be transferred to all channels see setting channels 6 MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldb ttelbrunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de Digital Dimmer WM SETTINGS Select a channel Press the MENU key until the main menu appears Press the Encoder until the desired channel number is displayed Setting values Press the MENU key until the main menu appears Rotate the Encoder until the desired channel number is displayed Rotate the Encoder and hold down the A key until the desired value
6. address number increased by 1 The Block mode is the standard mode 2 channel switching mode You will need this mode if you want to arbitrarily switch on off all 12 dimmer channels with 2 single DMX channels This will save you many DMX channels Mechanism of action Depending on the value with up to 64 different combinations the 1 DMX channel will switch the dimmer channels 1 6 on or off This is done according to the binary principle The 2 DMX channel will control the dimmer channels 6 12 In the Appendix you will find examples and a table 4 4 3 CLEAR CURVES Will delete the two freely programmable trigger curves see 4 4 8 Hold down the MENU key for 5 seconds Rotate the Encoder until CLEAR CURVES is selected Hold down the right key and rotate the Encoder Caution This will delete the defined curves curve 1 and curve 2 irretrievably Both curves will then receive their default values linear 4 4 4 USER MODE limiting the dimmer control With this function you can restrict in three ways how the dimmer can be controlled Hold down the MENU key for 5 seconds Rotate the Encoder until USER MODE is selected Hold down the right key and rotate the Encoder SUPER NORM In the Superuser mode you can use all of the functions In the Normal user mode you can only set the DMX address from the Channel menu You cannot access the Memory menu You should chose this mode if you
7. device The device was exposed to rain or wet conditions of other forms The device does not function properly when abiding by the instructions of use Do only adjust controls mentioned in the instructions as an improper setting of other controls can cause damage very often it takes quite some time for the customer service technician to repair damages like these The device has dropped to the ground or the housing was damaged MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldbuttelorunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de Digital Dimmer WM 11 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY according to Directives 89 336 EWG and 92 31 EWG Manufacturer s name MA Lishting Technology GmbH Manufacturer s address Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldb ttelbrunn Germany declares that the product Product category Control unit Product type 12x3 0kW or 6x5 7kW Product name MA Digital Dimmer WM Wall Mount complies with the following product specifications Safety EN60065 or EN60950 EMC EN55103 1 or EN55103 2 Additional information All DMX 512 MIDI and analogue input or output cables have to be shielded and the shielding must be connected to the earthing resp to the housing of the corresponding plug Furthermore the dimmer and all devices connected have to be safely grounded Especially when the integrated patch field is used an additional earthing line with a cross section of 6 or 10 mm between dimmer housing and load ca
8. is set Rotate the Encoder until the next desired channel number is displayed Hold down the A key and simultaneously rotate the Encoder etc Copying a setting to another channel Hold down the B key and set the desired value by using the Encoder Rotate the Encoder until the desired channel is selected Press the B key shortly to transfer the set value to the channel Deleting all settings only temporary setting will be deleted if for example a Memory is running the displayed values cannot be deleted using CLEAR ALL The display of the left key will also indicated CLAR ALL Hold down the B key and press the A key Important This channel setting will not be saved permanently but be reset to zero after switching the dimmer off For the lighting on fairs etc please use the internal Memories as they will be kept even after a power failure or after switching the dimmer off Hotline 49 5251 688865 99 User s Manual Digital Dimmer WM 05 2005 1 LIGHTING 4 2 The Channel menu 2 menu Here for any channel 1 12 you can set the DMX address amodulation curve the limit and the lamps preheat Press the Menu key middle key until the Channel menu appears Setting the DMX address Use the Encoder to set a channel 1 12 The cursor will move vertically up down Hold down the left key and rotate the Encoder until the DMX column is marked Hold down the right key a
9. key below the display Curve hae You can use the Encoder with or without menu simultaneously pressing the key it will then see behave differently according the menu you re e in Unintentional programming is almost impossible as you always have to press a key and simultaneously have to rotate the Encoder Hotline 49 5251 688865 99 User s Manual Digital Dimmer WM 05 2005 5 MIA LIGHTING 4 The Menus The back lit LCD is on front side of the dimmer By using the three keys below the display and the rotary switch so called Encoder or data entry wheel you can set parameters as e g DMX addresses limits trigger curves preheat etc Generally you can switch to the next of 3 menus by pressing the middle key below the display Data will be entered using the Encoder and the other two keys For more detailed information see the respective chapters 4 1 The Main menu Top menu After switching the dimmer on or after plugging it in the main menu will appear on the display This menu is the standard menu in normal operation mode This is where the different status and error messages as well as the modulation of individual channels are displayed And within these menus you can set one or more channels to specific values setting the lights DISPLAYED VALUES bars numbered channels from 1 to 12 numbering cannot be changed dark external modulation bright internal modulation e g by a saved Memory The
10. 0625 100110 40 39 0625 40 6250 100111 90 89 0625 90 6250 010110 41 40 6250 42 1875 010111 91 90 6250 92 1875 110110 43 42 1875 43 7500 110411 2232 93 92 1875 93 7500 001110 45 43 7500 45 3125 001111 95 93 7500 95 3125 101110 46 45 3125 46 8750 191111 zei 96 95 3125 96 8750 26 MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldbuttelorunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de Digital Dimmer WM BTU CH de 100 00 50 00 Hotline 49 5251 688865 99 User s Manual Digital Dimmer WM 05 2005 21 610 00 Y Hole pattern 2 100 00 450 00 28 MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldb ttelbrunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de Digital Dimmer WM 00 13 Design models Options Outgoing options Harting optional Power output 3000VA 12 single dimmers 260us 3000VA 12 single dimmers 370us 5700VA 6 single dimmers Cable routing upwards and downwards both ways provided for Variants Design model with double cut outs Design model for the delta net e g for cruise liners TV model with special filter technology and RI suppression only for 3000VA model Design model with fault current operated fuses
11. 8 PHASE CORR Activating phase correction This option is normally set to YES It will cause a light linear performance control This will compensate for the otherwise prevailing distortion due to the applied phase control by thyristors And this is effected in addition to the user curves described above You should switch off this function NO only if this correction is effected already in the light mixing board e g MA Lightcommander where it cannot be deactivated Hold down the MENU button for 5 seconds Rotate the ENCODER until the PHASE CORR line is marked Press EDIT right key Rotate the ENCODER until the desired setting appears NO or YES Use the Menu key to return to the Main menu Hotline 49 5251 688865 99 User s Manual Digital Dimmer WM 05 2005 15 MIA LIGHTING 5 Error messages malfunctions Disconnect the dimmer from the mains power immediately if you become aware of unusual noises or smells Absolutely do observe the safety instructions chapter 9 The unit should be serviced by qualified personnel only as live parts may be exposed when opening and or removing coverings Besides others you run the risk of suffering an electric shock Overtemperature stage 1 When reaching approx 80 C the display will show OVERTEMP and the red LEDs in the keys will flash In this case please check that the fan is running properly or whether the dimmer is overloaded on the output s
12. A LIGHTING Digital Dimmer WM User s Manual 03 2005 LIGHTING Contents oY gt 4 1 4 3 4 4 4 4 1 4 4 2 4 4 3 4 4 4 4 4 5 4 4 6 4 4 8 Index Introduction Reference Controls The Menu tree The menus The main menu top menu The channel menu 2 menu The Memory menu 3 menu The Setup menu supervisor menu DMX Fail reaction on failing DMX signal DMX MODE CLEAR CURVES USER MODE limiting the dimmer control DELETE ALL and 4 4 7 CURVE USER creating user defined trigger curves PHASE CORR activating phase correction Error messages malfunctions Startup Mains connection and earthing Dimensions and weights Inputs and outputs DMX inputs and outputs External keyboard not supplied Power supply Load outputs Opening the dimmer service Important safety instructions DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Appendix Design models MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldb ttelbrunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de Digital Dimmer WM 1 Introduction The MA DIGITAL DIMMER WM consists of a very sturdy outer casing containing a 32 bit high performance computer plus a time processing unit and a large graphics display This lavish technology will enable you to use versatile and new opportunities simplified use by few clear menus free assignment of DMX addresses for any channel free programming of trigger curves internally saved
13. ble or other devices connected has to be provided for In general you have to inform your local electricity supplier before starting up phase controlled dimmers of this performance class Waldbiittelbrunn Feb 28 2005 Dipl Ing in charge Michael Adenau Hotline 49 5251 688865 99 User s Manual Digital Dimmer WM 05 2005 25 MIA LIGHTING 011111 er 98 AVIV As Ar FF 96 8750 98 4375 OTTO ur 48 98 4375 100 0000 MAGNO cece ss 49 46 8750 48 4375 48 4375 50 0000 Table DMX mode 2Cha binary principle 12 Appendix Cha 1 6 DMX value in j Cha 1 6 DMX value in 000000 0 0 0000 1 5625 000001 51 50 0000 51 5625 100000 2 1 5625 3 1250 100001 52 51 5625 53 1250 010000 4 3 1250 4 6875 010001 54 53 1250 54 6875 110000 5 4 6875 6 2500 110001 55 54 6875 56 2500 001000 7 6 2500 7 8125 001001 57 56 2500 57 8125 101000 8 7 8125 9 3750 101001 59 57 8125 59 3750 011000 10 9 3750 10 9375 011001 60 59 3750 60 9375 111000 12 10 9375 12 5000 111001 62 60 9375 62 5000 000100 13 12 5000 14 0625 000101 63 62 5000 64 0625
14. coder until the LIM column is marked As the current value is being inverted you always know where you are Hold down the right key and rotate the Encoder until the desired setting 30 100 is reached Use the Encoder to switch to the next channel or Hold down the right key and press the left SET ALL key All channels receive the selected value Use the Menu key to switch to the next menu the settings will automatically be saved Setting PREHEAT Use the Encoder to select a channel 1 12 The cursor will move vertically up down Hold down the left key and rotate the Encoder until the PRE column is marked As the current value is being inverted you always know where you are Hold down the right key and rotate the Encoder until the desired setting 0 15 is reached Use the Encoder to switch to the next channel or Hold down the right key and press the left SET ALL key All channels receive the selected value Use the Menu key to switch to the next menu the settings will automatically be saved Hotline 49 5251 688865 99 User s Manual Digital Dimmer WM 05 2005 9 MIA LIGHTING 4 3 The Memory menu 3 menu Here you can program and call up 12 Memories saved stage settings And you can create a Chase follower sequence from the Memories mentioned above You can also set the speed fading time and the number of intermediate steps Press the Menu key middle
15. he recessed groove of the EPROM must be aligned with the marking white line on the PCB MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldbuttelorunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de Digital Dimmer WM Exchanging the fuse Fine wire fuse Each phase is protected by a T1A fine wire fuse When exchanging fuses you may only use those ofthe same rating and type Using a different kind of fuse could damage the device Remove the 4 display screws Lift up the display do not disconnect the cables Remove translucent fuse cover Exchange the fuse only for a T1A type Reinstall the cover and fasten the display using the 4 screws Safety cut out Generally the safety cut outs of the dimmer do not have to be replaced In case of a defect fuse however please order a replace part from our Service department indicating type and serial number of the device you will find them on the rating plate on the underside of the device 4 Reinstall the safety cover and fasten the front cover using the 4 screws Hotline 49 5251 688865 99 User s Manual Digital Dimmer WM 05 2005 23 MIA LIGHTING 10 Important safety instructions 24 DD D O 10 11 12 DOW m Read all instructions of the user s manual Keep the user s manual for later use Observe all warnings and cautions on the device Before cleaning disconnect the device Do not use any liquid or spray cleaner
16. he very terminal for the respective Memory LED1 to LED8 Connecting the keys to the dimmer The keys have to be of a make contact element type Each key output has to be connected to terminal 5V and to the terminal of the respective Memory Mem1 to Mem MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldb ttelbrunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de Digital Dimmer WM 8 5 Power supply see chapter 5 1 8 6 Load outputs Channel 1 terminal 1 Channel 2 terminal 2 Channel 3 terminal 3 O o opoopo Channel 12 terminal 12 Hotline 49 5251 688865 99 User s Manual Digital Dimmer WM 05 2005 21 MIA LIGHTING 9 Opening the dimmer service The software program of the integrated computer is stored in an EPROM within the device For program updates you have to be careful when opening the housing For this please observe the following rules so that the dimmer will function properly afterwards 1 First de energise the device Danger HIGH VOLTAGE 2 Unscrew the 4 screws of the front cover only 3 Remove the translucent safety cover Exchanging the EPROM Carefully pull out the EPROM upwards Insert the new EPROM When exchanging the EPROM ensure the right mounting position see photo All pins must be aligned correctly to their fitting openings in the socket before pressing the EPROM into the socket Do not use excessive force T
17. ide Overtemperature stage 2 If the temperature should keep on rising the dimmer will switch off and an acoustic warning will sound Mains voltage monitoring The MA Digital Dimmer WM is provided with a mains voltage monitoring component This will signalise overvoltages that are mainly caused by polarity reversal of phase and neutral conductor or by a missing neutral conductor In cases like these the protective circuit will react immediately All channels are switched off the red LEDs in the keys will flash an acoustic signal will sound A reversed polarity of phase and neutral conductor over a longer period gt 15min can damage the dimmer Missing phase Having connected and switched on the unit there should be no ERROR messages on the display and the three voltage indicators should read 200 235V If a phase is missing e g after a fuse has blown the green LED in the MENU key will flash the respective window in the basic menu should indicate a question mark in the figure phase L1 the yellow control light in the figure the upper light L1 will go out 16 MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldbuttelorunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de Digital Dimmer WM 6 Startup Before the initial startup of the dimmer please read the general safety instructions see chapter 9 and observe the material VDE or EN regulations Furthermore you have to inform yo
18. ing the trigger curve Cu1 or Cu2 8 Service 22 Setting curves 14 Setting limits 9 Setting the DMX address 8 Setting the PREHEAT 9 Setting values 7 Setup menu 12 Starting Stopping CHASERS 11 Starting Stopping MEMORIES 10 Supervisor menu 12 T Table 2 channel mode 26 Terminal cross sections 18 Top menu 6 U USER MODE 13 V Velocity 10 Visible type fuse 23 Voltage indicator 6 16 18 W Wall mounting 17 Weights 19 Wieland 21 X X axis 14 Y Y axis 14 MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldb ttelbrunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de
19. key until the Memory menu appears The Superuser mode has to be active see 4 4 6 Programming MEMORIES Set the stage e g in the CHANNEL menu set the channels individually or take a stage that was created by a light console Rotate the Encoder until the desired Memory is marked already saved Memories will be overwritten by the STORE command Hold down the left key use the Encoder to set the fading time the time set will be registered for allMemories Press the right key STORE The Memory has now been stored and the individual modulations are displayed in form of small bars At the same time the Memories 1 8 are being assigned to the external keys 1 8 Use the Menu key middle key to exit the menu Starting MEMORIES Rotate the Encoder until the desired Memory is marked Press the right key GO the Memory will be started with the registered fade in time If a Memory is already running the fade in time will be used to fade to the new Memory KILL mode or Press the external key 1 8 corresponds to Memory 1 8 once If a Memory is already running the fade in time will be used to fade to the new Memory KILL mode NOTE The Dimmer works in HTP mode Highest Takes Precedence i e only the higher value will be output You can also use an external trigger to change the output value of the Memory The OUT line shows the current Memory or the running Chaser the figure on the left shows an active Mem
20. memories with fading capacities internally saved chaser with fading capacities calling up of e g memories on failing DMX signal calling up of memories from an external keyboard optional different user restrictions overvoltage and over temperature warnings and switch off with acoustic signalling display of incoming signals phase voltage memories etc The MA DIGITAL DIMMER WM functions according to the phase control process using thyristors In this process technique depending harmonics especially in lower frequency ranges These harmonics are being effectively suppressed by an excellent interference elimination based on special design filters By using a special core material the filters heat dissipation could be reduced dramatically The remaining heat is being removed by a temperature controlled fan This guarantees for a 100 steady load resistance The short circuit protection for the individual channels is guaranteed for example by Siemens safety cut outs and thyristors having a surge current capacity of more than 1000A The ready made integration of DMX512 into various basic configurations has a great potential in multiple operational fields As opposed to the MA DIGITAL DIMMER the WM WallMount version is intended to be used with permanent installations Both dimmers are identical in their essential functionality Hotline 49 5251 688865 99 User s Manual Digital Dimmer WM 05 2005 3 MIA LIGHTING
21. nd rotate the Encoder until the desired DMX address is registered NOTE This setting depends on the mode selected in the SETUP menu In SINGLE mode only the DMX address of the marked channel will be changed In BLOCK mode the DMX addresses of all 12 channels will be changed In 2 CHAN mode only the DMX addresses of channel 1 and 7 will be changed Use the Menu key to switch to the next menu the settings will automatically be saved Selecting the modulation curve the curve must have been edited before Use the Encoder to select a channel 1 12 The cursor will move vertically up down Hold down the left key and rotate the Encoder until the CUR column is marked As the current value is being inverted you always know where you are Hold down the right key and rotate the Encoder until the desired setting is reached CUR1 CUR2 SWITCH or for linear modulation Use the Encoder to switch to the next channel or Hold down the right key and press the left SET ALL key All channels receive the selected setting Use the Menu key to switch to the next menu the settings will automatically be saved 8 MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldbuttelobrunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de Digital Dimmer WM Setting limits Use the Encoder to select a channel 1 12 The cursor will move vertically up down Hold down the left key and rotate the En
22. o save the settings and return to the Memory menu Use the Menu key middle key to exit the menu Starting CHASERS Rotate the Encoder until the CHASER is marked Press the right key GO this will start the Chaser Stopping CHASERS Rotate the Encoder until OFF is marked Press the right key GO this will stopp the Chaser The OUT line of the Memory menu shows the started Chaser or the Memory with a graphics of the outputs Hotline 49 5251 688865 99 User s Manual Digital Dimmer WM 05 2005 11 MIA LIGHTING 12 4 4 The Setup menu Supervisor menu Here you can set various very important parameters Hold down the Menu key middle key for at least 5 seconds Important Here you can make critical changes that will modify the dimmer s functions significantly e g delete all Rotating the Encoder will select the line Pressing the right key and simultaneously rotating the Encoder will select various functions or will execute them respectively All functions will only be saved permanently after leaving the menu 4 4 1 DMX Fail reaction on failing DMX signal Here you can define what to happen if no DMX signal is coming in Hold down the MENU key for 5 seconds Rotate the Encoder until DMX FAIL is selected Hold down the right key and rotate the Encoder until the desired setting is reached HOLD will hold the last received DMX signal until there is DMX presen
23. ory 6 Stopping MEMORIES Rotate the Encoder until OFF is marked Press the right key GO the Memory will be stopped with the registered fade in time or Press the external key of the running Memory again only possible for Memory 1 8 10 MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldbuttelorunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de Digital Dimmer WM Programming CHASERS Rotate the Encoder until CHASE is marked Press the left key EDIT Rotate the Encoder until the desired entry is marked STEPS here you can enter the number of Memories always starting from 1 to be started in the Chaser e g setting 3 will start Memories 1 2 and 3 in sequence For the setting hold down the right key and rotate the Encoder until the desired number of steps 1 12 is reached FADE here you can set the time percentage of the time set for SPEED for fading the Memo ry e g with a SPEED of 30s and a FADE of 100 the Memory will fade for 30s with a 50 setting it will fade for 15s and will not move for the remaining 15s For the setting hold down the right key and rotate the Encoder until the desired number 0 100 is reached SPEED here you can set the period of individual Memories including fading times For the setting hold down the right key and rotate the Encoder until the desired time 0 2 999s is reached Use the left key SAVE t
24. s Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not operate the device close to water Do not place the device on an unstable cart pedestal or table It could fall down and be heavily damaged The housing has ventilation ducts these vents may not be blocked or covered as they warrant a reliable operation of the device and protecting it from overheating Only install the device in an rack if sufficient airing is ensured Do not place objects on the power cord and let nobody step on the cables Never spill liquid over the device Do not insert any objects through the housing vents into the device as they could contact live parts or cause shorted circuits This can cause fire and electric shocks You may only use power cords having a safety mark of conformity You may not operate any high performance radio transceivers or alike in close proximity to the device Do not service the device for yourself as when opening and removing covers live parts are exposed and besides others there is a risk to suffer from electric shocks Let all service work be performed by qualified customer service technicians When exchanging fuses you may only use those of the same rating and type Using a different kind of fuse could damage the device Using other fuses could damage the PCB or chokes If one of the following conditions occurs disconnect the device immediately and call the customer service Power cord or plug are damaged or frayed Fluid was spilled over the
25. t again or the dimmer is switched OFF OFF will hold the last received DMX signal for approx 1 second and will switch it off then CHA 1s will start the internal Chaser after a delay of approx 1s see 4 3 M1 1s will call up the internal Memory n 1 after approx 1 second M2 1s will call up the internal Memory n 2 after approx 1 second M3 1s etc etc CHA 9s will start the internal Chaser after a delay of approx 9s M1 9s will call up the internal Memory n 1 after approx 9 seconds M2 9s etc etc The setting will remain saved after leaving the menu The selected setting will be displayed in the Top menu Message NO DMX M01 MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldbuttelorunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de Digital Dimmer WM Single Block 2 Cha 4 4 2 DMX MODE The Digital Dimmer has 3 modes to assign DMX addresses for the individual channels Hold down the MENU key for 5 seconds Rotate the Encoder until DMX MODE is selected Hold down the right key and rotate the Encoder until the desired setting is marked The selected setting will automatically be saved after leaving the menu each dimmer channel will receive an individual freely selectable DMX address Single mode all 12 channels of the dimmer will receive one single start address Block mode Beginning with the 1 dimmer channel each of the rest receives an
26. the position for the X axis input while holding down the right key you can modify the Y axis output The defined values will be displayed as on the respective axis INPUT OUTPUT The displayed output will refer to the LIMIT setting can be set in the CHANNEL menu If e g the curve is on 50 output and if you have entered a limit of 60 for this channel the real output will just be 30 Use the left key SAVE to save the setting and exit menu Use the Menu key to return to the Main menu 14 MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldbuttelorunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de Digital Dimmer WM Example 1 linear In this case the ratio between input mixing board and output fixture is linear and 1 1 For normal applications this simple curve is sufficient This curve will be set automatically after the initial start up or after deleting the curves default Example 2 logarithmic In this case the output fixture will react even on relatively low input values so that the fixtures will receive an early response on low modulations Example 3 exponential Here the output fixture will react very little on low modulations whereas all the more on stronger ones Example 4 Fixture will only react as of a 50 modulation Example 5 Fixture will react inverted i e for a 0 modulation the fixture is a 100 active on an 100 trigger it will be off 4 4
27. ur local electricity supplier before starting up phase controlled dimmers of this performance class Mounting the dimmer The dimmer may only be installed in enclosed areas The unit may not be exposed to water spray explosive materials or excessively polluted air Leave enough routing space for the cables when mounting the dimmer The environment must be well ventilated to ensure agood dimmer cooling NOTE It must not be possible to push the dimmer vertically upward For wall mounting use one of the two hole patterns Check for a suitable underground that the dimmer can be hooked up to Mind its weight approx XX kg cable weight For wall mounting use the lower drill holes hole pattern 1 in the appendix For wall mounting several dimmers side to side use the upper drill holes hole pattern 2 in the appendix This will increase the overall depth by approx 20mm Rack mounting The dimmer requires 19HU in a standard rack Consider the weight and ensure a sufficient cooling ventilation Only use the supplied 8 screws M6 x 15mm to fasten the mounting brackets on the dimmer Longer screws could damage internal parts Hotline 49 5251 688865 99 User s Manual Digital Dimmer WM 05 2005 17 LIGHTING 6 1 Mains connection and earthing NOTE The dimmer may only be installed by qualified personnel The dimmer should be connected to a 3x230 Volt three phase supply with neutral conductor The three phase supply must ha
28. ve a 30mA ground fault protector Option Design model with fault current operated fuses The dimmer can also be operated on single and two phase 230V In this case the maximum load will only be 40 of the overall load cross section of neutral conductor too small Having connected and switched on the unit there should be no ERROR messages on the display and the three voltage indicators should read 200 235V If a phase should be missing the green LED in the middle key will flash TANTANA T RERET 999 2 4 aa PPL PL 35997 PPP 7 Connecting the terminals Terminal cross sections AB 12x4 mm EIN 5x 35mm fuse 63A Assignment of phases L1 channel 1 4 L2 channel 5 8 L3 channel 9 12 The minimum load per channel is 20Watt 6 2 Fan control Please provide for a sufficient air supply On the bottom of the dimmer there are two fans aspirating air that is blown out on the top side The fans work temperature controlled At approx 40 C the 1 stage will be activated at approx 50 C the 2 stage 18 MA Lighting Technology GmbH Dachdeckerstr 16 D 97297 Waldb ttelbrunn www malighting de eMail info malighting de Digital Dimmer WM 610 00 7 Dimensions and weights Width Height Mounting depth approx 440mm only housing approx 500mm including mounting brackets on the outside approx 450mm including mounting brackets on the inside approx 610mm without cables approx 155mm
29. want to avoid inadvertently modifying the dimmer while still being able to use the testing or staging function and setting the DMX address express rental tour Hotline 49 5251 688865 99 User s Manual Digital Dimmer WM 05 2005 13 MEN LOCK The dimmer is completely locked and cannot be controlled using the keys and the Encoder Exception enter the Setup menu by holding down the middle key for 5 seconds In this menu you can then switch modes again The DMX signal will still function normally 4 4 5 DELETE ALL Hold down the MENU button for 5 seconds Rotate the Encoder until DELETE ALL is selected Hold down the right button and rotate the Encoder Delete All will delete all contents and defined values like e g Memories DMX addresses and curves The DMX address will be set to 1 and the Block mode will be activated Limit will be set to 100 and Preheat to 0 Caution The defined data will be deleted irretrievably 4 4 6 and 4 4 7 Creating CURVE USER user defined trigger curves Here you can activate the Setting menu for trigger curve 1 or 2 This will allow you to define individual brightness curves according to specific fixtures or tastes You can assign these curves separately for each dimmer channel Hold down the MENU button for 5 seconds Rotate the ENCODER until the CURVE USER 1 line or CURVE USER 2 line is marked Press EDIT right key In the Curve menu use the Encoder to change
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