Eurolite 70064575 DMX LED Color Chief Controller User Manual

1. Introduktion

Thank you for choosing the Eurolite 70064575 DMX LED Color Chief Controller. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of your device. Please read these instructions carefully before use and keep them for future reference. This controller is designed for managing DMX-compatible LED lighting fixtures, offering versatile control over color, effects, and scenes.

2. Sikkerhedsinstruktioner

To ensure safe operation, please observe the following safety guidelines:

• Læs alle instruktioner, før du betjener enheden.
• Keep the device away from moisture, rain, and liquids.
• Udsæt ikke enheden for ekstreme temperaturer eller direkte sollys.
• Sørg for korrekt ventilation for at forhindre overophedning.
• Only use the provided power adapter or one with identical specifications.
• Forsøg ikke selv at reparere eller ændre enheden. Overlad al service til kvalificeret personale.
• Afbryd strømforsyningen før rengøring eller når den ikke er i brug i længere perioder.
• Denne enhed er kun beregnet til indendørs brug.

3. Pakkens indhold

Please check that all items are present and in good condition upon unpacking:

• Eurolite 70064575 DMX LED Color Chief Controller
• Strømadapter
• Brugervejledning (dette dokument)

4. Produktet er slutview

Familiarize yourself with the various components and controls of your DMX LED Color Chief Controller.

Figur 4.1: Frontpanel overview. This image displays the complete front panel of the Eurolite 70064575 DMX LED Color Chief Controller, showing all buttons, faders, knobs, and the central LCD screen.

Figure 4.2: Detailed Front Panel. A closer look at the front panel, highlighting the fixture selection buttons (1-8), color control knobs (A-D), color wheel fader, effect buttons (FX1-FX8), and the chase/scene selection buttons (1-24).

Figure 4.3: LCD Screen Display. This image provides a close-up of the LCD screen, which displays various parameters such as RGBWAU values, dimmer, shutter, color wheel settings, and music sensitivity.

Figure 4.4: Fixture and Color Controls. Et nærbillede view of the fixture selection buttons (1-8) and the color control section, including the color wheel fader and individual color adjustment knobs.

Figure 4.5: Display and Navigation. This image focuses on the central LCD display and the surrounding navigation buttons (MENU/ESC, DEL, SWAP, ENTER), which are used for menu interaction and parameter adjustments.

Figure 4.6: Speed and Store Controls. En detaljeret view of the Speed knob, used for adjusting chase or effect speeds, and the Store button, essential for saving scenes and chases.

Figur 4.7: Tilslutninger på bagpanelet. This image shows the rear panel of the controller, featuring the DMX OUT (3-pin XLR), Audio input (XLR), DC 9-12V power input, and the POWER ON/OFF switch.

Kontrol på frontpanelet:

• Fixture Buttons (1-8): Select individual or groups of DMX fixtures.
• Color Control Knobs (A, B, C, D): Adjust specific color parameters (e.g., Red, Green, Blue, White).
• Color Wheel Fader: Provides fine control over color mixing or pre-set color wheels.
• Effect Buttons (FX1-FX8): Trigger pre-programmed or custom lighting effects.
• Dimmer Fader: Controls the overall intensity of selected fixtures.
• Shutter Fader: Controls the strobe or shutter speed.
• LCD skærm: Displays current settings, menu options, and parameter values.
• Navigation Buttons (MENU/ESC, DEL, SWAP, ENTER): Bruges til menunavigation og parameterjustering.
• Chase/Scene Buttons (1-24): Select and activate pre-programmed chases or scenes.
• Master Fader: Global intensity control.
• Fade Time / Chase Speed Faders: Adjust the transition time between scenes or the speed of chases.
• Musikknap: Activates sound-to-light mode using the built-in microphone.
• Følsomhedsknap: Adjusts the sensitivity of the built-in microphone for music mode.
• Butiksknap: Saves current settings as a scene or chase.

Tilslutninger bagpanel:

• DMX OUT (3-pin XLR): Connects to DMX-compatible lighting fixtures.
• AUDIO Input (XLR): External audio input for music synchronization.
• DC 9-12V strømindgang: Tilslut den medfølgende strømadapter her.
• Tænd/sluk-knap: Tænder eller slukker for enheden.

5. Opsætning

Follow these steps to set up your DMX LED Color Chief Controller:

1. Strømtilslutning: Connect the provided power adapter to the DC 9-12V input on the rear panel of the controller. Plug the adapter into a suitable power outlet.
2. DMX-forbindelse: Connect a 3-pin DMX cable from the DMX OUT port on the controller to the DMX IN port of your first DMX lighting fixture. Daisy-chain additional DMX fixtures by connecting the DMX OUT of the first fixture to the DMX IN of the next, and so on. Ensure the last fixture in the chain has a DMX terminator if recommended by the fixture manufacturer.
3. Fixture Addressing: Before operation, ensure all your DMX lighting fixtures are correctly addressed according to their respective manuals. The controller can manage up to 240 DMX channels.
4. Tænd: Flip the POWER ON/OFF switch on the rear panel to the "ON" position. The LCD screen should illuminate.
5. Lydindgang (valgfrit): If you wish to use external audio for music synchronization, connect an audio source to the AUDIO input on the rear panel.

6. Betjeningsvejledning

This section details the basic operation of the Eurolite DMX LED Color Chief Controller.

6.1. Selecting Fixtures

• Tryk på Fixture buttons (1-8) on the left side to select the DMX fixture(s) you wish to control. Multiple fixtures can be selected simultaneously.

6.2. Farvekontrol

• Brug Color Control Knobs (A, B, C, D) to adjust individual color components (e.g., Red, Green, Blue, Amber, White, UV) of the selected fixtures. The specific function of each knob depends on the DMX profile of your connected fixtures.
• De Color Wheel Fader allows for smooth transitions through a color spectrum or selection of pre-defined colors if your fixture supports a color wheel.

6.3. Dimmer and Shutter

• Juster Dimmer Fader to control the overall brightness of the selected fixtures.
• Brug Shutter Fader to control strobe effects or the opening/closing of the fixture's shutter.

6.4. Effects (FX)

• Tryk på FX buttons (FX1-FX8) to activate various built-in or user-programmed lighting effects.
• De FX hastighed button may allow adjustment of the effect speed.

6.5. Scenes and Chases

• Creating a Scene:
  1. Set your desired lighting parameters using the knobs and faders.
  2. Tryk på Butik knap.
  3. Vælg en af Chase/Scene buttons (1-24) to save your scene to that location.
• Activating a Scene: Tryk på det tilsvarende Chase/Scene button (1-24) to recall a saved scene.
• Creating a Chase (Sequence of Scenes):
  1. Enter Chase programming mode (refer to the LCD screen and navigation buttons for specific steps).
  2. Add saved scenes as steps to your chase.
  3. Save the chase.
• Activating a Chase: Select the desired chase using the Chase/Scene buttons.
• Brug Fade Time og Chase Speed faders to adjust the transition time between steps and the overall speed of the chase.

6.6. Musiktilstand

• Tryk på Musik button to activate sound-to-light functionality. The built-in microphone will detect audio.
• Juster Følsomhedsknap to fine-tune the microphone's response to ambient sound or external audio input.

6.7. LCD Screen and Navigation

• De LCD skærm provides visual feedback on current settings, menu options, and programming steps.
• Brug MENU/ESC button to access menus or exit current operations.
• De DEL button is used to delete steps or settings.
• De BYT button may be used to exchange values or functions.
• De ENTER button confirms selections or enters sub-menus.

7. Vedligeholdelse

Korrekt vedligeholdelse sikrer din controllers levetid og optimale ydeevne.

• Rensning: Disconnect the power before cleaning. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the surface of the controller. Do not use abrasive cleaners, solvents, or harsh chemicals.
• Opbevaring: When not in use, store the controller in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. If storing for extended periods, consider using the original packaging to protect it from dust and physical damage.
• Inspektion: Periodically check cables and connections for any signs of wear or damage. Replace damaged cables immediately.

8. Fejlfinding

Hvis du støder på problemer med din controller, kan du se følgende almindelige problemer og løsninger:

If the problem persists after attempting these solutions, please contact Eurolite customer support or your dealer for further assistance.

9. Specifikationer

10. Garanti og support

For information regarding warranty terms, technical support, or service, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Eurolite webwebsted. Gem din købsbevis til garantikrav.