Stairville BladeSting 8 RGBW Beam Mover Owner's Manual

Blade Sting 8

RGBW Beam Mover moving head user manual

Musikhaus Thomann

Thomann GmbH

Hans-Thomann-Straße 1

96138 Burgebrach

Germany

Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0

E-mail: [email protected]

Internet: www.thomann.de

14.01.2020, ID: 375688 (V4)

Table of contents

Table of contents

1

General information................................................................................................................................. 5

1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6

1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7

1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 7

2

Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 10

3

Features....................................................................................................................................................... 18

4

Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 19

5

Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 26

6

Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 32

6.1 Operating modes............................................................................................................................. 33

6.2 System settings................................................................................................................................. 37

6.3 Menu overview................................................................................................................................. 40

6.4 Functions in 12-channel DMX mode........................................................................................ 43



Blade Sting 8 RGBW Beam Mover

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Table of contents


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Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 57

8

Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 60

9

Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 61

10

Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 63

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Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 64 moving head

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General information

1 General information

This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure that they also receive this manual.

Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐ fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the user manual which is ready for download under

www.thomann.de

.


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General information

1.1 Further information

On our website (

www.thomann.de)

you will find lots of further information and details on the following points:

Download

Keyword search

Service

This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.

Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of interest for you quickly.

Online guides

Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics and terms.

Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.

If you have any problems with the device the customer service will gladly assist you.

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General information

1.2 Notational conventions

This manual uses the following notational conventions:

Letterings

The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.

Examples:

[VOLUME]

control,

[Mono]

button.

Displays

Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.

Examples:

‘24ch’

,

‘OFF’

.

1.3 Symbols and signal words

In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual.


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General information

Signal word

DANGER!

WARNING!

CAUTION!

NOTICE!

Warning signs

Meaning

This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.

This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.

This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it is not avoided.

This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided.

Type of danger

Warning – high-voltage.

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Warning signs

General information

Type of danger

Warning – dangerous optical radiation.

Warning – suspended load.

Warning – danger zone.


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Safety instructions

2 Safety instructions

Intended use

This device is intended for use as a freely moving multifunctional spotlight. The device is designed for professional use and is not suitable for use in households. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐ ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.

This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.

Extend the operating life of the device by regular breaks and by avoiding frequent switching on and off. The device is not suitable for continuous operation.

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Safety

Safety instructions

DANGER!

Danger for children

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!

Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!

Never let children unattended use electrical devices.

DANGER!

Electric shock caused by high voltages inside

Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or damaged.


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Safety instructions

DANGER!

Electric shock caused by short-circuit

Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐ tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐ tered electrician.

WARNING!

Eye damage caused by high light intensity

Never look directly into the light source.

WARNING!

Risk of epileptic shock

Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights.

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Safety instructions

WARNING!

Risk of injury caused by falling objects

Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment, such as a safety cable or a safety chain.

The load capacity of trusses or other fixtures must be sufficient for the intended number of devices. Not that the movement of the head places additional loads on the load-bearing parts.


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Safety instructions

CAUTION!

Risk of injury due to movements of the device

The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the device, when the device operates in automatic mode or under remote control and when you turn off a

DMX controller that is connected to the device. Persons staying near the device could be injured or frightened.

Before you turn on the device and during the operation, always ensure that nobody stays close to the device. If work has to be performed in the area of move‐ ment or in the near vicinity of the device, it must remain turned off.

NOTICE!

Risk of fire

Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames.

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Safety instructions

NOTICE!

Operating conditions

This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations.

Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specified in the chapter

‘Technical specifications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature fluctua‐ tions and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to tem‐ perature fluctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures).

Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by qualified service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other malfunction.

The device must not be moved during use.


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Safety instructions

NOTICE!

Power supply

Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user.

Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.

NOTICE!

Possible staining

The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC floor and after some time cause permanent dark stains.

In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the floor, but use felt-pad floor protectors or a carpet.

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Safety instructions

NOTICE!

Possible damage due to installation of a wrong fuse

The use of different types of fuses can cause serious damage to the unit. Fire hazard!

Only fuses of the same type may be used.


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Features

3 Features

n 8 × 4-in-1 quad colour LEDs (RGBW, 10 watt each) n narrow beam angle (approx. 2 degree/lens) n adjustable PAN and TILT area n

Control via DMX (4 different modes) and buttons and display on the unit n

6 preprogrammed automatic shows n

Sound control n

Stand-alone mode n

Master / Slave mode n

Lockable connectors (Power Twist) for self-supply and for supplying further devices n suitable for wall and truss mounting n

Power supply cable (Power Twist) and Omega brackets included

For technological reasons, the light output of LEDs decreases over their lifetime. This effect increases with higher operating temperature. You can extend the service life of the illuminants by providing adequate ventilation and operating the LEDs with the lowest possible brightness.

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Installation and starting up

4 Installation and starting up

Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.

Lift the device only at the base. When lifted at the rotatable mounting, the device may be dam‐ aged.

You can install the device standing or hanging. When in use, the device must be mounted at a solid surface or clamped to an approved truss.

Work from a stable platform whenever you install or move the device or when you perform any kind of maintenance. Block access under the work area.


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WARNING!

Risk of injury caused by falling objects

Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment, such as a safety cable or a safety chain.

The load capacity of trusses or other fixtures must be sufficient for the intended number of devices. Not that the movement of the head places additional loads on the load-bearing parts.

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CAUTION!

Risk of injury due to movements of the device

The head of the device can move quickly (pan, tilt) and can produce very bright light. This is also valid immediately after you turn on the device, when the device operates in automatic mode or under remote control and when you turn off a

DMX controller that is connected to the device. Persons staying near the device could be injured or frightened.

Before you turn on the device and during the operation, always ensure that nobody stays close to the device. If work has to be performed in the area of move‐ ment or in the near vicinity of the device, it must remain turned off.

NOTICE!

Risk of overheating

The distance between light output and the illuminated surface must be more than 1.5 m (19.7in).

Provide sufficient ventilation.

The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F).


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NOTICE!

Possible data transmission errors

For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐ nary microphone cables.

Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli‐ fiers.

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Mounting options


The quick-release holes on the bottom are used to secure wall or truss mounting of the device using omega brackets. Additionally secure the device by a safety cable against falling.

A Quick-release hole for attaching Omega brackets.

B Hole for safety cable.

Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.


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Connections in DMX mode

Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX device. Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second one, and so on to form a daisy chain. Always ensure that the output of the last DMX device in the daisy chain is terminated with a resistor (110 Ω,

¼

W).

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Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer.


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Connections and controls

5 Connections and controls

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1 8 × LED RGBW.

2 Grab handle

3 Operating panel with display.

4 Connector panel with main switch, voltage supply and DMX connections.



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Operating panel with display

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5 Display

6

[Mode]

Activates the main menu and toggles between menu items. Closes an opened submenu.

7

[Setup]

Selects an option of the respective operating mode, confirms the set value.

8

[Up]

Increases the displayed value by one.

9

[Down]

Decreases the displayed value by one.



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Connector panel with main switch, voltage supply and DMX connections

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10

[ON | OFF]

Main switch to turn the device on and off.

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[Power In]

Lockable input socket (Power Twist) for power supply.

12

[Power Out]

Lockable output socket (Power Twist) to supply further units.

13

[DMX In]

DMX input

14

[DMX Out]

DMX output

15 Fuse holder



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Operating

6 Operating

Connect the device to the power supply to start operation. After a few seconds, the display indicates that a reset is in progress. At the same time, all axes are moved to the respective starting position. The device is then ready for use.

Press repeatedly

[Mode]

or

[Up]

or

[Down]

to select an operating mode: n AUTO n

SHOW n

SOUND n

DMX n

SLAVE

If you don't press any button for about seven seconds the display turns off.

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Operating

6.1 Operating modes

AUTO

Automatic operation can only be activated when the unit is operating alone or as master in a master / slave combination. This setting is only relevant if the device is not controlled via DMX.

Press repeatedly

[Mode]

or

[Up]

or

[Down]

until the display shows

‘AUTO’

. Automatic operation starts immediately with the last used settings.

Setting options in AUTO mode

Several auto operation parameters can be adjusted in the ‘Auto’ menu. Switch to operating mode AUTO and use

[Setup]

to open the related menu.

Repeatedly press

[Setup]

to successively call various menu options. When the display shows the desired option (mode), the related value can be adjusted using

[Up]

or

[Down]

.

With

[Setup]

you get to the next menu level. With

[Mode]

you return to the previous menu level.


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Operating

Parameter / mode

LED / Auto

LED / Color

LED / Dimmer

Pan / p-Auto

Pan / p-Manual

Pan / p-CW

Pan / p-CCW

Tilt1 / p-Auto

Tilt1 / p-Manual

Tilt2 / p-Auto

Tilt2 / p-Manual

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Function

Colour selection and dimmer settings follow the preprogrammed show programmes, moving speed (

‘Speed’

) and flash frequency for strobe effect (

‘Freq.’

) are adjustable.

Solid colour selection (

‘Static’

) and flash frequency setting for strobe effect (

‘Freq.’

).

Dimmer setting (

‘Dimmer’

) and flash frequency setting for strobe effect (

‘Freq.’

).

Rotation follows preprogrammed show programmes.

Rotation stops in the predefined angle position.

Clockwise rotation, speed adjustable (

‘Speed 1 … 16’

).

Counter-clockwise rotation, speed adjustable (

‘Speed 1 … 16’

).

Tilting motion follows preprogrammed show programmes.

Tilting motion stops in the predefined angle position.

Tilting motion follows preprogrammed show programmes.

Tilting motion stops in the predefined angle position.

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SHOW

SOUND

Operating

A preprogrammed automatic show can only be activated when the unit is operating alone or as master in a master / slave combination. This setting is only relevant if the device is not con‐ trolled via DMX.

Press repeatedly

[Mode]

or

[Up]

or

[Down]


‘SHOW’

.

Press

[Setup]

and use

[Up]

and

[Down]

to select one of the preprogrammed automatic shows

‘Show1’

…

‘Show6’

.

Sound control can only be activated when the unit is operating alone or as master in a master / slave combination. This setting is only relevant if the device is not controlled via DMX.

Press repeatedly

[Mode]

or

[Up]

or

[Down]


‘SOUND’

.

Press

[Setup]

and use

[Up]

and

[Down]

to adjust the sensitivity for the sound control in a range of

‘S: 000’

…

‘S: 031’

.


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Operating

DMX

This setting is only relevant when the device is controlled via DMX.

Press

[Mode]

repeatedly until the display shows

‘DMX’

. Press

[Setup]

. First use

[Up]

or

[Down]

to highlight the menu item

‘Address’

.

Use

[Up]

or

[Down]

to specify the desired DMX address in a range from

‘001’

…

‘512’

.

Use

[Mode]

to return to the parent menu and use

[Up]

or

[Down]

to highlight the menu item

‘Channel’

. Now you can select one of the following DMX modes: n

‘12Chs’

(twelve channels) n

‘16Chs’

(sixteen channels) n

‘40Chs’

(forty channels) n

‘44Chs’

(forty-four channels)

Make sure that the setting matches the configuration of your DMX controller. The following table shows the highest possible first DMX address for the various DMX modes.

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SLAVE

Operating

Mode

12-channel

16-channel

40-channel

44-channel

Highest possible DMX address

501

497

473

469

This setting is only relevant if the device is working as Slave in a Master / Slave configuration and is not controlled via DMX. To activate the operating mode, repeatedly press

[Mode]

or

[Up]

or

[Down]


‘SLAVE’

.

To quit the operating mode, press again

[Mode]

,

[Up]

or

[Down]

.

6.2 System settings

In

‘SETTINGS’

menu, you can customise several device parameters.


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Operating


BL Time Option

Adjust

Reset

Power

Error

Lam

To open the menu press

[Mode]

or

[Up]

or

[Down]

repeatedly, until the display shows

‘SETTINGS’

and confirm with

[Setup]

.

Use

[Up]

and

[Down]

to select the desired menu item and confirm with

[Setup]

. Change the dis‐ played value with

[Up]

or

[Down]

.

With

[Mode]

you return to the previous menu level.

Function

Duration display backlight:

‘5s’

,

‘10s’

,

‘20s’

,

‘30s’

or

‘on’

.

Fine adjustment of the three movement axis:

‘Pan’

,

‘Tilt1’

and

‘Tilt2’

.

Reset of all device settings. When resetting to factory defaults, the display shows

‘Factory Reset …’

.

Display of the supply and motor voltage of the device.

Display of error messages from the self-test. When there is no error message present, the display shows the value

‘000000’

. With

[Setup]

error codes can be displayed.

LED status information query.

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Use

Sensor

About

X Angle

Y1 Angle

Y2 Angle

Operating

Function

LED uptime query. With

[Setup]

the value can be reset. The display shows the safety prompt

‘Clear Y/N?’

.

Movement axis query:

‘P-Hall’

,

‘T1-Hall’

and

‘T2-Hall’

. Upon deviation,

‘Hall not good’

is displayed for the respective axis.

Via parameters

‘p-Rast’

,

‘t1-Ras’

and

‘t2-Ras’

you can enable or disable the axis stop at position 90 degree, 180 degree, 360 degree or 540 degree.

General device data query. With

[Setup]

the information menu to call available data is opened.

Definition of rotation movement axis stop position:

‘Pan 180’

,

‘Pan 360’

or

‘Pan 540’

.

Definition of tilting movement axis stop position:

‘Tilt1 90’

or

‘Tilt1 180’

.

Definition of tilting movement axis stop position:

‘Tilt2 90’

or

‘Tilt2 180’

.


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Operating

6.3 Menu overview

Menu AUTO

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Operating

Menus SHOW, SOUND, DMX,

SLAVE


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Operating

Menu SETTINGS

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6.4 Functions in 12-channel DMX mode

4

5

2

3

6

7

Channel

1

Value

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

Function

Rotation movement, 0

°

… 180

°

/ 360

°

/ 540

°

Fine adjustment rotation position

Tilting movement 1 (upper LED row), 0

°

… 90

°

/ 180

°

Fine adjustment tilting position 1 (upper LED row)

Tilting movement 2 (lower LED row), 0

°

… 90

°

/ 180

°

Fine adjustment tilting position 2 (lower LED row)

Movement speed rotation and tilting movement, increasing speed

Channel

8

Value

0 … 129

130 … 192

Function

No function.

Clockwise rotation movement, speed increasing


Operating

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9

10

11

12

Operating

Channel Value

193 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

Function

Counter-clockwise rotation movement, speed increasing

Intensity red LED (0 % … 100 %)

Intensity green LED (0 % … 100 %)

Intensity blue LED (0 % … 100 %)

Intensity white LED (0 % … 100 %)


2

3

Channel

1

Value

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

Function


°

… 180

°

/ 360

°

/ 540

°



°

… 90

°

/ 180

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44

7

8

5

6

Channel

4

Channel

9

10

11

Value

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 129

130 … 192

193 … 255

Value

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

Function



°

… 90

°

/ 180

°


Movement speed rotation and tilting movement, decreasing speed

No function.

Clockwise rotation movement, speed decreasing

Counter-clockwise rotation movement, speed increasing

Function

Dimmer function, all LEDs

Intensity red LED (0 % … 100 %)

Intensity green LED (0 % … 100 %)


Operating

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Operating

Channel

12

13

Value

0 … 255

0 … 255

Function

Intensity blue LED (0 % … 100 %)

Intensity white LED (0 % … 100 %) moving head

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Channel

14

15

16

Value

0 … 9

10 … 19

20 … 29

30 … 39

40 … 49

50 … 59

60 … 69

70 … 79

80 … 129

130 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 14

15 … 255

Function

No function.

Auto operation

Preprogrammed automatic show no. 01






No function

Sound-controlled operation, increasing sensitivity

Chaser light speed, auto operation, if channel 14 = 10 … 19

No function

Flash frequency


Operating

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Operating


6

7

8

4

5

2

3

Channel

1

Value

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 129

130 … 192

193 … 255

Function


°

… 180

°

/ 360

°

/ 540

°



°

… 90

°

/ 180

°



°

… 90

°

/ 180

°


Movement speed rotation and tilting movement, increasing speed

No function.

Clockwise rotation movement, speed increasing

Counter-clockwise rotation movement, speed increasing moving head

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16

17

18

19

20

12

13

14

15

Channel

9

10

11

Value

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

Function

Intensity red LED1 (0 % … 100 %)

Intensity green LED1 (0 % … 100 %)

Intensity blue LED1 (0 % … 100 %)

Intensity white LED1 (0 % … 100 %)










Operating

49

Operating

28

29

30

31

32

24

25

26

27

Channel

21

22

23

Value

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

Function












Intensity white LED6 (0 % … 100 %) moving head

50

36

37

38

39

40

Channel

33

34

35

Value

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

Function










Operating

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Operating


6

7

8

4

5

2

3

Channel

1

Value

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 129

130 … 192

193 … 255

Function


°

… 180

°

/ 360

°

/ 540

°



°

… 90

°

/ 180

°



°

… 90

°

/ 180

°


Movement speed rotation and tilting movement, decreasing speed

No function.

Clockwise rotation movement, speed decreasing

Counter-clockwise rotation movement, speed increasing moving head

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16

17

18

19

20

21

12

13

14

15

Channel

9

10

11

Value

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

Function

Dimmer function, all LEDs














Operating

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Operating

29

30

31

32

33

25

26

27

28

Channel

22

23

24

Value

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

Function












Intensity white LED6 (0 % … 100 %) moving head

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37

38

39

40

41

Channel

34

35

36

Value

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 255

Function










Operating

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Operating

Channel

42

43

44

Value

0 … 9

10 … 19

20 … 29

30 … 39

40 … 49

50 … 59

60 … 69

70 … 79

80 … 129

130 … 255

0 … 255

0 … 14

15 … 255

Function

No function.

Auto operation







No function

Sound-controlled operation, increasing sensitivity

Chaser light speed, auto operation, if channel 14 = 10 … 19

No function

Flash frequency auto operation, if channel 42 = 0 … 9 or 10 … 19 moving head

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Technical specifications

7 Technical specifications

Light source

Light source properties

8 × 4-in-1 RGBW LED, 10 W

Light power Red: 5845 Lux / 1 m

Green: 18010 Lux / 1 m

Blue: 4375 Lux / 1 m

White: 21160 Lux / 1 m

2° Optical properties

Control

Number of DMX channels

Input connections

Output connections

Beam angle

DMX

12, 16, 40, 44

Power supply

DMX control

Power supply

DMX control

Lockable input socket (Power Twist)

XLR chassis socket, 3-pin

Lockable output socket (Power Twist).

XLR chassis socket, 3-pin


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Power consumption

Supply voltage

Fuse

Degree of protection

Mounting options

Dimensions (W × H × D)

Weight

Ambient conditions

104 W

100 – 240 V 50/60 Hz

5 mm × 20 mm, 3 A, 250 V, slow-blow

IP20

Hanging, standing

Quick-release hole for attaching Omega brackets

405 mm × 378 mm × 150 mm

6.8 kg

Temperature range

Relative humidity

0 °C…40 °C

50 %, non condensing moving head

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Further information

Similar design

DMX control

Master/Slave

Remote control

Sound control

Display

Moving Head

Yes

Yes

Not possible

Yes

Yes



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Plug and connection assignments

8 Plug and connection assignments

Introduction

This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment so that a perfect light experience is guaranteed.

Please take our tips, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into a socket, the result of an incorrect connection may be a destroyed DMX controller, a short circuit or ‘just’ a not working light show!

DMX connections

The unit offers a 3-pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3-pin XLR plug for DMX input. Please refer to the drawing and table below for the pin assignment of a suitable XLR plug.

2

3

Pin

1

Configuration

Ground, shielding

Signal inverted (DMX–, ‘cold signal’)

Signal (DMX+, ‘hot signal’) moving head

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Troubleshooting

9 Troubleshooting

NOTICE!

Possible data transmission errors

For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐ nary microphone cables.

Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli‐ fiers.

In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting:


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Troubleshooting

Symptom Remedy

The unit does not work, no light 1. Check the mains connection and the main fuse.

No response to the DMX con‐ troller

2. Check the settings in manual operation.

1. Check whether the DMX cables run near or parallel to high-voltage cables that may cause damage or interfer‐ ence to a DMX interface circuit.

2. Try using another DMX controller.

If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at

www.thomann.de

.

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Cleaning

10 Cleaning

Optical lenses

Fan grids

Clean the optical lenses, that are accessible from the outside, regularly in order to optimize the light output. The frequency of cleaning depends on the operating environment: wet, smoky or particularly dirty surroundings can cause more accumulation of dirt on the optics of the device.

n Clean with a soft cloth using our lamp and lens cleaner (item no. 280122).

n

Always dry the parts carefully.

The fan grids of the device must be cleaned of any contamination, such as dust, etc. on a reg‐ ular basis. Before cleaning, switch off the device and disconnect mains-operated devices from the mains. Only use pH-neutral, solvent-free and non-abrasive cleaning agents. Clean the unit with a slightly damp lint-free cloth.


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Protecting the environment

11 Protecting the environment

Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial

For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.

Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.

Disposal of your old device

This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive

(WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste.

Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.

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Notes


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Notes

66 moving head

Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de

Stairville BladeSting 8 RGBW Beam Mover Owner's Manual

Blade Sting 8

RGBW Beam Mover moving head user manual

Table of contents

1 General information

1.1 Further information

1.2 Notational conventions

1.3 Symbols and signal words

2 Safety instructions

3 Features

4 Installation and starting up

5 Connections and controls

6 Operating

6.1 Operating modes

6.2 System settings

6.3 Menu overview

6.4 Functions in 12-channel DMX mode

6.5 Functions in 16-channel DMX mode

6.6 Functions in 40-channel DMX mode

6.7 Functions in 44-channel DMX mode

7 Technical specifications

8 Plug and connection assignments

9 Troubleshooting

10 Cleaning

11 Protecting the environment

Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de

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Stair­ville BladeSting 8 RGBW Beam Mover Owner's Manual

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Table of contents

1 General information

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