Stairville DC-405B Manual de usuario

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Owner‘s Manual

DIMMING

CHASER

DC-405B

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Thank you for choosing our 4 channel dimming chaser. Please read this

user manual carefully and follow the instructions to avoid danger or damage

to the unit due to mishandling. Keep this user guide for future reference.

If you give the unit to another user, be sure that he also receives this

instruction booklet.

Safety instruction

You have to carefully read the instruction, which includes important

information about the installation, usage and maintenance, BEFORE

operating this device.

XThis device is exclusively meant to be used as a dimming chaser pack

within the limits given in this manual. Using it in any other way you risk

electric shock and warranty will become void.

XNever sever or manipulate the power cord or the plug. If a power cord is

provided with an earth lead, this is mandatory to ensure safe operation!

Otherwise a LIFE THREATENING situation exists!

XUnpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before

using the unit. Never put a damaged device into operation.

XBefore operating, ensure that the voltage and frequency of power supply

match the power requirements of the unit as stated in this manual.

XThe unit is for indoor use only. Use it only in a dry location. Exposing the

device to rain or moisture would cause the risk of electrical shock or re.

XDO NOT let any liquids or objects enter the unit. Should any liquid

be spilled on the unit, DISCONNECT the power supply to the unit

immediately and contact the service company.

XThe unit must only be installed in a location with adequate ventilation.

Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked. In order to guarantee

adequate ventilation, allow a free air space of at least 20 cm around the

sides and top of the unit.

XDisconnect the device from the mains power before any servicing or

maintenance.

XNotice regarding power disconnection:

To disconnect the device from the power source the power plug must

be removed from the power socket. For this reason the device must

be placed in a position where a constant unobstructed access to the

power socket is assured, thus in an emergency situation you are able

to immediately pull out the power plug. To eliminate the risk of re you

must completely disconnect the power plug from the power socket after

the device has been used.

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XAlways grasp the power cord by the plug. Do not pull on the cord itself

and never touch the power cord with wet hands as this could result in

a short circuit or an electrical shock. Do not place the device, speaker

cabinets or anything else on the power cord and make sure that it does

not become clamped. Place the power cord in a position where it can

not be trod on. A damaged power cord can cause a re or an electrical

shock. Check the power cord from time to time. Should it become

damaged contact our customer service centre to have it replaced.

XYou have to ensure, that the power cord never becomes wet during

operation.

XBefore a storm and/or a thunderstorm with a risk of lightning, disconnect

the device from the mains power supply.

XUnder no circumstances may you open the device housing. Should you

do so your safety would not be assured and the warranty will become

void. There are no operational components whatsoever inside, only

dangerous voltages that can give you a deadly shock!

XNEVER use the unit under the following conditions:

> In places subject to vibrations or bumps.

> In places with a temperature of over 45 °C or less than 2 °C.

> In places subject to excessive dryness or humidity (ideal conditions

are between 35% and 80%).

XNever submerse the device in water or any other liquid. Only wipe it

with a slightly damp cloth.

XNever operate the device near ames, ammable, explosive materials,

or hot surfaces. Otherwise you run the risk of causing a re.

XNever leave this device running unattended.

XThis appliance must not be used by individuals (including children) with

restricted physical, physiological or intellectual abilities or deciencies in

experience and/or knowledge unless they are supervised by a person

responsible for their safety or receive from this person instruction in how

the appliance is to be used.

XKeep children away from the device and power cord! Children

frequently underestimate the dangers of electrical devices. Also keep

the plastic packaging well away from small children. There is a risk of

suffocation!

XIn the event of serious operating problems, stop using the unit

immediately. Never try to dismantle, repair or modify the unit by

yourself. Otherwise warranty becomes void. Repairs carried out by

unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please contact the

nearest authorized technical assistance centre.

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Introduction

The DC-405B is a 4 channel dimming chaser. It is the most advanced unit

for its size and price. The unit offers 7 operating modes, 42 built-in chasing

programs, fade time control, and memory backup.

Technical speciﬁcations

Power supply voltage AC 230 V~, 50 Hz, 16 A

Audio input 100 mV - 1 Vpp

Fade time 0 - 10 seconds

Fuse 4 A, 250 V, 5 x 20 mm

Dimension 482 x 132 x 126.5 mm / 19”, 3 rack units

Weight 4.5 kg

As we continuously strive to improve our products, all specications and

appearance are subject to change without prior notice.

Control elements

On front panel

1. POWER SWITCH

2. CHANNEL FLASH Press to activate channel full on.

3. CHANNEL DIMMER This control adjusts the dimming level of the

corresponding channel.

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4. MODE SELECT Press this button to select the desired

mode out of “Hold dimmer”, “Hold sound”,

“Progsound”, “Prog speed”, “Auto sound”

“Auto Speed”, “Memory” and “Music control”

from line input or built-in microphone.

5. PROG SELECT Press this button to select the desired

program out of 42 preset programs in “Prog

Sound”, “Prog speed”, “Auto Speed”, “Auto

sound”. In Memory mode, you can press

this button to activate a sub-mode, that lets

you select the desired operating mode out

of “Program”, “Manual”, “Auto sound”, “Auto

speed” using the MODE SELECT button.

6. FADE TIME This slider adjusts the delay time. It is not

effective in “Hold sound” and “Memory”

mode.

7. STAND BY INDICATOR When pressing the STAND BY button, this

indicator will blink.

8. STAND BY Press this button to force all output to “0”.

9. (Master-) DIMMER The fader adjusts the dimming level of all

outputs.

10. AUDIO This fader adjusts the sensitivity of music

rhythms by the built-in microphone or line in.

11. FULL ON This button will activate full on of all outputs.

12. SPEED This fader adjusts the chasing speed.

13. TAP SYNC This button is only effective in “Prog Speed”

and “Auto Speed” modes. It is used to dene

chasing speed. When you press the button

twice in 10 minutes, the interval between

two pressings will be assigned as chasing

speed.

14. SPEED INDICATOR This indicator shows the chasing speed.

15. AUDIO LEVEL This indicator shows the sensitivity of music

rhythms.

16. (Master-) DIMMER This indicator shows the master dimming

level.

17. PROGRAM This display shows the desired preset digit

parameter.

18. MODE These indicators show the operating mode

currently being executed.

19. CH1 - CH4 This indicator shows the dimming level of the

corresponding channel.

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On rear panel

20. Audio input Line in for audio signals (100 mV - 1 Vpp).

21. Outputs Bulgin sockets.

22. Power cable AC power cord with VDE plug.

23. Fuses F 4 A, 250 V, 5 x 20 mm.

Operating instructions

You may only connect the device to a properly wired and earthed

mains power wall outlet, after all connections have been established.

The wall outlet must provide the correct mains voltage as stated in

this manual.

1. Conrm that the load and the power supply is connected. Then turn on

the power switch.

2. Press MODE SELECT to select the desired mode from Hold dimmer/

Hold sound/Prog sound/Prog Speed/Auto sound/Auto speed/Memory.

HOLD DIMMER Channel output is controlled by channel

dimmer control and master control.

Corresponding indicator is lighting.

HOLD SOUND Corresponding indicator is lighting. Channel

output is controlled by channel control. The

music sensitivity is adjusted by the AUDIO

LEVEL control.

PROG SOUND You can select the desired program from 42

presets using the PROG SELECT button.

Press that button once, then the program

will be increased. Press and hold PROG

SELECT for one second, then program will

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be increased by 10 steps per second. Press

PROG SELECT + MODE SELECT, then

program will be decreased. Corresponding

indicator is lighting. Chasing speed is

controlled by audio signal.

PROG SPEED Corresponding indicator is lighting.

Operating is same as PROG SOUND but

the chasing speed is controlled by SPEED

control or TAP SYNC.

AUTO SPEED Operation according to PROG SPEED. In

this mode each program will be executed

four times. Then next program will be

activated. The corresponding indicator is

lighting.

AUTO SOUND Operation is same as AUTO SPEED. Each

program will be executed four times.

MEMORY In this mode, you can select the desired

operating mode from Program/Manual/Auto

sound/Auto speed. The LED indicates “PR,

ST, AS, AP” accordingly. Press and hold

PROG SELECT, then press STAND BY

once. PROG DISPLAY will show the current

operating mode. Press STAND BY again

to select the next mode. Release PROG

SELECT, then the selected mode will be

executed.

PR mode Press PROG SELECT, until “0 1”appears

in the display. Adjust master dimmer

control or channel dimmer control to meet

user’s requirement. Press PROG SELECT

button, then the display will ash 4 times

continuously, which means it is memorized

and the display will show “02”. You can store

programs in this way until “32” appears. Now

exit from “PR” mode and engage any other

mode. If you fail in a certain step, you should

restart programming, otherwise the previous

operation was not successful.

ST mode In this mode, press PROG SELECT once.

Then the program will execute the next step.

The display will show the information.

AS mode The program is executed according to the

music rhythms. The display shows the steps.

AP mode Program is executed automatically and the

display shows the steps. You can adjust the

chasing speed using TAP SYNC or SPEED

CONTROL.

3. Full on and ash Press FULL ON button to activate the “full

on” function of all outputs. Press a ash

button to activate the “full on” function of one

channel. These two functions are effective in

any mode.

4. Stand by Press this button once to turn off all outputs.

Press it once more to exit stand by mode.

5. Audio input select You can select audio signal from mic or

audio line input. Press the PROG SELECT

button and turn off the power. Wait some

seconds, then turn the power on again. Now

the display shows “I” or “E” (“I” = internal

mic, “E” = external audio input). Press

MODE SELECT once, then the audio signal

will be changed and the LED display will

change accordingly. Press the button again,

and the audio signal will be changed again.

Disposal

Do not dispose of the device at the end of his operating life in your

normal domestic waste. This device is subject to the European

Guidelines 2002/96/EC.

XHave the product disposed of by a professional disposal company of by

your communal disposal facility.

XObserve the currently applicable regulations. In case of doubt contact

your disposal facility.

XDispose of packaging materials in an environmentally responsible

manner.

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