ADJ - PP-DMX20 user manual
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1. LIGHT STREAM CONTROLS PP DMX20L 4 CHANNEL DMX POWER PACK PP DMX20L 4 CHANNEL DIGITAL POWER PACK LIGHT STREAM CONTROLS Light Stream Controls 4295 Charter Street Los Angeles Ca 90058 www lightstreamcontrols com Introduction Thank you for purchasing the PP DMX20L 4 channel power pack from LSCe To optimize the performance of this product please read these operating instructions carefully and familiarize yourself with the basic operations of this unit The LSC PP DMX20L is a four channel DMX power pack This unit has been tested at the factory before being shipped to you There is no assembly required The LSCe PP DMX20L is controlled via a standard DMX controller such as the LSC Show Designer or the LSC DMX Operator This unit allow you to control special effect lighting that normally could not be controlled by a DMX controller With this revision to our popular PP DMX20 we have eliminated confusing dipswitches and replaced them with an easy to use digital switching device that incorporates the use of an easy to read LCD display Customer Support LSCe provides a toll free customer support line to provide set up help and answers to any question should you encounter problems during your set up or initial operation You may also visit us on the web at www lightstreamcontrols com for any comments or suggestions Service Hours are Monday through Friday 10 00 a m to 5 00 p m Pacific Standard T2. connections on the bottom of the unit 2 Connect your lighting effects to any of the eight power sockets on the front of the pack 3 Decide if you are going to use your power pack as 1 2 or 4 channels This function allows you to a Control the output to all four outlets 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 c The default setting is a four channel DMX switcher each channel is controlled by one DMX channel 4 To change the channel function mode be sure you are in DMX mode Hold the MODE BUTTON down for five seconds After holding the MODE BUTTON down a channel value will appear in the LCD display Use the UP and DOWN BUTTONS to change the channel value 5 The power pack is also initially set to be activated by DMX address one To change this setting be sure you are in DMX mode Use the MODE button to select the address settings this will be indicated LSC www lightstreamcontrols com PP DMX2O0L Instruction Manual Page 7 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 6 Once you have set the pack s DMX address be sure y
3. duct Description The PP DMX20L is 1 2 or 4 channel DMX Power Pack This pack can serve as a stand alone chaser or a DMX power pack This pack is designed for zero crossing circuitry which protects against inductive loads so it is safe for use with lighting effects that include transformers such as pin spots Each channel comes with two 3 prong Edison sockets inputs for a total of eight This unit features XLR female and male connection for DMX compatibility Each channel is equipped with a fuse for each channel and a maximum output load of 6A per channel or 15A total This revision of our popular PP DMX20L has a great new case design that makes it great for permanent or mobile applications LSC www lightstreamcontrols com PP DMX2O0L Instruction Manual Page 4 Functions and Controls Front Panel z OO O10 OUTPUT 5A CH TOTAL 15A Max PP DMX 2Z0L 4 CHANNEL DMX POWER PACK B O OPERATION MODE Select RECEIVE or CHASE DOWN Increase DISPLAY ITEMS f Decrease DISPLAY ITEMS 4 DISPLAY ITEMS nal cum cHouy TOTAL DMX CHANNELS Figure 5 1 Down Button This button will decrease the displayed value in the LCD display 2 MODE 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 LCD Display This multifunction display will detail all chase and program activity that pertains to the current
4. er end of the cable Also remem ber that DMX cable must be daisy rue chained and can not be Yed or split Notice Do not use the ground lug on the XLR connector Do not connect the cable s shield conductor to the ground lug or allow the shield conductor to come in contact with the XLR s outer casing Grounding the shield could cause a short circuit and erratic behavior XLR MALE SOCKET XLR FEMALE SOCKET I I I I 11 EARTH 2 COLD COLD 2 1 EARTH Pin 4 Shiela I I Pin 2 Data Compliment negative l l l l Pin 3 Data True positive Figure 2 COMMON DMX512 OUT DMX512 IN 3 PIN XLR DMX 3 PIN XLR Figure 3 LSC www lightstreamcontrols com PP DMX20L Instruction Manual Page 3 Special Note Line Termination When longer runs of cable are used you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic behavior A terminator is a 90 120 ohm 1 4 watt resistor which is connected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector DATA and DATA This unit is inserted in the female XLR connector of the last unit in your daisy chain to terminate the line Using a cable terminator will decrease the possibilities of erratic behav ior 120 Ohm 1 4 W between PIN 2 DMX and PIN 3 DMX of the last fixture Termination reduces signal errors and avoids signal transmission problems 0 and interference It is always advisable Zs to connect a DMX terminal Resistance Figure 4 Pro
5. ime Voice 800 322 6337 Fax 323 582 2610 E mail support lightstreamcontrols com Warning To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire do not expose this unit to rain or moisture Clearing memory often may cause damage to the memory chip be careful not to re initialize your unit frequency often to avoid this risk Only use the recommended AC DC power adap tor Caution There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit Do not attempt any repairs yourself doing so will void your manufactures warranty In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact LSC LSC www lightstreamcontrols com PP DMX2O0L Instruction Manual Page 2 Set Up Power Supply Before plugging your unit in be sure the source voltage in your area matches the required voltage for your LSCe PP DMX20L The PP DMX20L is available in a 115v and 230v version Because line voltage may vary from venue to venue you should be sure to plug your power supply into a matching wall outlet before attempting to operate you controller Data Cable DMX Cable Requirements Your power pack and your controller require a standard 3 pin XLR connector for data input and data output Figure 1 If you are making your own cables be sure to use standard two conductor shielded cable This cable may be pur chased at almost all pro sound and light ing stores Your cables should be made with a male and female XLR connector on eith
6. operating mode of the pack 5 GREEN L E D Indicators These LEDs will indicate their relevant channel activity 6 POWER OUTPUT 3 prong grounded Edison output sockets 8 total output sockets Each channel has an output maxiimum of 6 amps The unit has an output maximum of 15 amps LSC www lightstreamcontrols com PP DMX20L Instruction Manual Page 5 Functions and Controls Rear Panel 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 Power Switch This switch controls the units main power 9 Power Indicator This LED indicates the unit is active 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 Operation Modes The PP DMX20L has two different operating modes This unit can be used as a four channel chaser or as a 1 2 or 4 channel DMX power pack Please follow the instructions below to operate the unit in your desired mode Chase Mode Use this operating mode only if you are planning on using your PP DMX20L as a four channel chaser This device has 16 built in pro grams you may select any of these programs to run at one time You may control the speed at which the programs will chase 1 Connect your lighting effects to the any of the eight power socke
7. our controller s address matches that of the packs Fuse Replacement To replace the protective fuse use a flat head screwdriver to unscrew the fuse holder Pull out the old fuse and replace it with a new one Insert the fuse back into slot and tighten Always replace with the exact same type fuse remove unless otherwise speci fied by an authorized LSCe service technician Caution Always disconnect the units main power before performing any type of service or fuse replacement For any service related issues please contact LSCe LSC www lightstreamcontrols com PP DMX20L Instruction Manual Page 8
8. ts on the pack 2 Use the mode button to select chase mode Chase mode is indicated by PA followed by numbers 01 16 PA is Programmed Applied If A appears in the LCD display you are in DMX mode the A stands for address LSC www lightstreamcontrols com PP DMX2O0L Instruction Manual Page 6 3 Set your desired chase pattern Once you have selected the chase function use the MODE button to select your desired chase The chase pattern is represented in the LCD display by P followed by two numbers You may select any of the built in 16 programs to run at a single time 4 Set your desired chase speed At this point you may change the program chase speed While in chase mode tap on the MODE 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 about one step every 30 seconds DMX Mode Use this operating mode only if you plan to use your power pack as a DMX switching device This function will allow you to turn on non DMxX units on and off with the use of a DMX controller Only on and off functions can be performed through this pack You can set your power pack to functions as a 1 2 or 4 channel DMX pack which means you can combine the output functions 1 Plug ina DMX controller to your power pack via the 3 pin XLR
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