thomann Stairville HL-x18, User Manual

Page 1: ...HL x18 CW WW LED floodlight user manual ...

Page 2: ...Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans Thomann Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 29 03 2021 ID 481239 ...

Page 3: ...ntions 7 1 3 Symbols and signal words 7 2 Safety instructions 10 3 Features 14 4 Installation 15 5 Starting up 19 6 Connections and controls 22 7 Operating 25 7 1 Starting up the device 25 7 2 Main menu 25 7 3 Menu overview 31 8 Technical specifications 32 Table of contents HL x18 CW WW 3 ...

Page 4: ...9 Plug and connection assignments 35 10 Troubleshooting 36 11 Cleaning 38 12 Protecting the environment 39 Table of contents LED floodlight 4 ...

Page 5: ... 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 General information H...

Page 6: ...d search 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 Service If you have any problems with the device the customer service will gladly assist you General information LED f...

Page 7: ...kets and italics Examples VOLUME control Mono button 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 Letterings Displays General information HL x18 CW WW 7 ...

Page 8: ...l and signal word indicates a pos sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided NOTICE 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 Warning signs Type of danger Warning high voltage Warning dangerous optical radiation General information LED ...

Page 9: ...Warning signs Type of danger Warning suspended load Warning danger zone General information HL x18 CW WW 9 ...

Page 10: ...ury 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...

Page 11: ...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 DANGER Electric shock caused by short circuit Always use proper ready made insulated mains cabling power cord with a protective contact plug Do not modify the mains cable or the plug Failure to do so ...

Page 12: ...pen barn doors 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 fluctuations and do not switch the d...

Page 13: ...nd 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 Safety instructions HL x18 CW WW 13 ...

Page 14: ...l ceiling or floor with optional accessories item no 316157 also on tripods or trusses n Suitable for use in clubs bars stages exhibitions etc n Including multi mount bracket and cable for the power supply 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 pro...

Page 15: ...ble for transport or storage respectively 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 Secure the barn door with a safety cable on the spotlight after installation The safety cable must run outside ...

Page 16: ...de sufficient ventilation The ambient temperature must always be below 40 C 104 F NOTICE Use of stands When mounting the device onto a stand ensure that the stand is in a safe and stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum permissible load capacity of the stand Installation LED floodlight 16 ...

Page 17: ...he unit in hanging or standing position When in use the device must always be attached to a solid surface or an approved truss For mounting on stands or truss use a suit able adapter available as accessory Always work from a stable platform whenever installing moving or servicing the unit In doing so the area underneath the unit must be cordoned off The safety cable must be attached to the bracket...

Page 18: ...Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer Installation LED floodlight 18 ...

Page 19: ...ing up 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 Starting up HL x18 CW WW 19 ...

Page 20: ...er 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 W Connections in DMX mode Starting up LED floodlight 20 ...

Page 21: ...synchronized show This function is ideal when you want to start a show immediately Connect the DMX output of the master device to the DMX input of the first slave device Then connect the DMX output of the first slave device to the DMX input of the second slave device and so on Connections in master slave mode Starting up HL x18 CW WW 21 ...

Page 22: ...6 Connections and controls Rear panel Connections and controls LED floodlight 22 ...

Page 23: ... bracket 4 DMX IN DMX input 5 Bracket for floor placement or hanging 6 Display and operating buttons M Calls up the main menu or a submenu Increases or decreases the displayed value by one OK Confirms a selected value Connections and controls HL x18 CW WW 23 ...

Page 24: ...7 Lockable input socket Power Twist for mains power supply 8 Lockable output socket Power Twist for the power supply cable to the next device Connections and controls LED floodlight 24 ...

Page 25: ...u Press M to activate the main menu and select an operating mode Use the arrow buttons to change the respectively displayed value When the display shows the desired value press OK If you don t press any button for about 1 minute the unit returns to the previously selected mode The set values are retained even when the device is disconnected from the mains power supply Operating HL x18 CW WW 25 ...

Page 26: ...nd 512 display shows A001 A512 When the display shows the desired value press OK to confirm the selection and then M to return to the parent menu To return to the parent menu without making changes press M Make sure that this number matches the configuration of your DMX controller The following table shows the highest possible DMX address Mode Highest possible DMX address 5 channel 508 DMX address...

Page 27: ...Ds off 1 255 Intensity warm white 0 to 100 3 Strobe effect 0 15 Strobe effect off 16 255 Strobe effect frequency 0 to 100 in 24 steps 4 Macro 0 15 Macro off 16 255 Macro function 0 to 100 in 31 steps 5 0 255 Master dimmer 0 to 100 Functions in 5 channel DMX mode Operating HL x18 CW WW 27 ...

Page 28: ...to confirm the selection and then M to return to the parent menu To return to the parent menu without making changes press M Press M Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows LINE Press OK Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows SL Press OK Now you can set the number for the device via which it is addressed by the master as a slave Use the arrow bu...

Page 29: ... value press OK to confirm the selection and then M to return to the parent menu To return to the parent menu without making changes press M Press M Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows SET Press OK Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows DIMM Press OK Now you can adjust the brightness for the preprogrammed automatic shows Use the arrow button...

Page 30: ...ired value press OK to confirm the selection and then M to return to the parent menu To return to the parent menu without making changes press M Press M Press one of the arrow buttons repeatedly until the display shows FADE Press OK Now you can set the fade speed of the preprogrammed automatic shows Use the arrow but tons to select the value F 01 or F 02 This setting is only relevant if the device...

Page 31: ...7 3 Menu overview Operating HL x18 CW WW 31 ...

Page 32: ...our rendering index CRI Ra total 83 6 CRI Ra cold white 81 6 CRI Ra white white 78 9 Optical properties Beam angle approx 35 Control DMX buttons and display on the unit Number of DMX channels 5 Input connections Voltage supply Lockable input socket Power Twist DMX control XLR chassis plug 3 pin Technical specifications LED floodlight 32 ...

Page 33: ...wer consumption 115 W Operating supply voltage 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Protection class IP20 Mounting options hanging standing Dimensions W H D incl bracket and barn doors 380 mm 440 mm 160 mm Weight 5 52 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 C 40 C Relative humidity 20 80 non condensing Technical specifications HL x18 CW WW 33 ...

Page 34: ...or capable No Colour mixture CW WW LED type x in 1 Floor housing Yes Fanless No Remote control Not possible Wireless DMX No Housing colour black Further information Technical specifications LED floodlight 34 ...

Page 35: ...to a socket the result of an incorrect connection may be a destroyed DMX controller a short circuit or just a not working light show 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 Pin Configuration 1 Ground shielding 2 Signal inverted DMX cold signal 3 Signal DMX hot sign...

Page 36: ...d 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 Troubleshooting LED floodlight 36 ...

Page 37: ...e address settings and the DMX polarity 3 Try using another DMX controller 4 Check to see if the DMX cables run near or alongside to high voltage cables that may cause damage or interfer ence to DMX interface circuits If the procedures recommended above do not succeed please contact our Service Center You can find the contact information at www thomann de Troubleshooting HL x18 CW WW 37 ...

Page 38: ...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...

Page 39: ...the notes and markings on the packaging 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 ...

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