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OPERATION MANUAL
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Thank you for buying this JB Systems
product. To take full advantage of all possibilities, please read these
operating instructions very carefully.
FEATURES
Dedicated controller used to control the RGB LED PIPE 230V led tubes (not included)
Controls up to 1000 tubes, no extra power boosters needed.
32 preprogrammed patterns in 4 modes
Auto mode: 8 internal automatic patterns
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Sound mode:8 internal music activated patterns
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dB mode: 8 internal music activated "VU meter-like" patterns
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Hold mode: 8 built-in full color patterns
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Pattern selection by DMX512:
Channel1: choose working mode
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Channel2: choose pattern according to the selected working mode
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Channel3: speed + direction
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Nice metal enclosure
Auto save function: saves the last working mode for all patterns individually.
Perfect for use in: retail stores, commercial displays, architectural lighting, indoor and outdoor
decoration, clubs, pubs, mobile DJs, trussing, ...
BEFORE USE
Check the contents:
Check if the carton contains the following items:
LED PIPE controller
Mains DC Adapter 12V 800mA
Operating instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the top cover.
CAUTION
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel only.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the use
or the presence of un-insulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying this
appliance.
This symbol means: indoor use only.
This symbol means: Read instructions.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
To avoid condensation to be formed inside, allow the unit to adapt to the surrounding temperatures
when bringing it into a warm room after transport. Condense sometimes prevents the unit from
working at full performance or may even cause damages.
This unit is for indoor use only.
Don't place metal objects or spill liquid inside the unit. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on this appliance. Electric shock or malfunction may result. If a foreign object enters
the unit, immediately disconnect the mains power.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the appliance.
Prevent use in dusty environments and clean the unit regularly.
Keep the unit away from children.
Inexperienced persons should not operate this device.
Maximum save ambient temperature is 40°C. Don't use this unit at higher ambient temperatures.
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Always unplug the unit when it is not used for a longer time or before you start servicing.
The electrical installation should be carried out by qualified personal only, according to the regulations
for electrical and mechanical safety in your country.
Check that the available voltage is not higher than the one stated on the rear panel of the unit.
The socket inlet shall remain operable for disconnection from the mains.
The power cord should always be in perfect condition: switch the unit immediately off when the power
cord is squashed or damaged. It must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard
Never let the power-cord come into contact with other cables!
In order to avoid a hazard, the unit shall only be used with the AC-adaptor delivered with it. If the AC-
adaptor is damaged, a same model adaptor shall be used only.
In order to prevent electric shock, do not open the cover. Apart from the mains fuse there are no user
serviceable parts inside.
Never repair a fuse or bypass the fuse holder. Always replace a damaged fuse with a fuse of the
same type and electrical specifications!
In the event of serious operating problems, stop using the appliance and contact your dealer
immediately.
Please use the original packing when the device is to be transported.
Due to safety reasons it is prohibited to make unauthorized modifications to the unit.
MAINTENANCE
Clean by wiping with a polished cloth slightly dipped with water. Avoid getting water inside the unit. Do
not use volatile liquids such as benzene or thinner which will damage the unit.
CONTROLS
1. LCD DISPLAY: shows you all necessary
information about working mode, parameters etc.
2. MENU BUTTON: used to navigate between the
main working modes (system set, auto mode,
sound mode, dB mode, hold mode, reset mode
and Standby mode) or to go back to a higher
level in the menu structure. See chapter "How to
use" for more information
3. ENTER
BUTTON:
used
to
confirm
selecting. See chapter "How to use" for more
information
4. UP BUTTON: used to choose a higher value for
the selected parameter or to navigate in the
menu structure. See chapter "How to use" for
more information
5. DOWN BUTTON: used to choose a lower value
for the selected parameter or to navigate in the
menu structure. See chapter "How to use" for
more information
6. POWER ON/OFF: Used to switch the controller
on and off. The last working mode is saved when
the controller is switched off.
7. DMX INPUT: The RGB LED PIPE controller only
receives DMX signals so it must be connected
as any other light effect in the DMX line. The
3pin male XLR-connector receives instructions from any universal DMX-controller. In the chapter
"How to use" we explain how to set up the DMX addresses.
8. DMX OUTPUT: The 3pin female XLR-connector is used to connect the controller with the next unit
in the DMX chain.
9. SIGNAL OUTPUT: connect this cable to the first led tube in the chain. Extra signal cable extensions
are optionally available in different lengths.
10. DC POWER INPUT: Used to connect the supplied 12V / 800mA DC adapter to the controller.
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