DPX-1216 MP DMX - Dimmer Eurolite - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Dimmer Pack
Brand	Eurolite
Model	DPX-1216 MP DMX
Number of Channels	12
Max Load per Channel	16 A
Total Load	192 A
Dimming Type	Digital DMX512
Control Protocol	DMX512 (1990)
Standalone Mode	Built-in programs
User Interface	LED indicators
Housing	Metal, 19" rack mountable
Dimensions (H x W x D)	88 x 483 x 300 mm (2U)
Weight	8.5 kg
Power Supply	230 V AC, 50 Hz
Power Consumption	~2000 W
Cooling	Fan cooled
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C
Safety Features	Overload, short circuit protection
Maintenance	Regular dust removal, check connections
Spare Parts	Fuses, power supply unit

Frequently Asked Questions - DPX-1216 MP DMX Eurolite

How to connect the dimmer to a DMX controller?

Use a standard DMX512 cable with XLR connectors. Connect the DMX output of the controller to the DMX input of the first dimmer, then daisy-chain additional dimmers using the DMX thru port.

How to set the DMX address for each channel?

Press the Address button and use the up/down buttons to set the starting DMX address. The address corresponds to channel 1; subsequent channels are automatically assigned sequentially.

What to do if a channel doesn't respond?

Check the DMX cable connection, verify the DMX address is correct, and ensure the channel load does not exceed 16 A. Also confirm the dimmer is receiving DMX signal (look for the DMX indicator LED).

How to reset the dimmer to factory settings?

Press and hold the Mode button for 5 seconds while powering on. The display will show 'FACTORY' and reset all settings to default.

Can I use this dimmer with LED lights?

Yes, but ensure the total load per channel does not exceed 16 A. Some LED fixtures may require a minimum load for proper operation; if issues occur, use a dummy load or an LED-compatible dimmer.

What is the maximum load per channel?

Each channel can handle up to 16 A (230 V) for a total of 3680 W per channel. The total load across all channels should not exceed 192 A.

How to clean the dimmer?

Disconnect the power. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the exterior. For the fans and vents, use compressed air to remove dust. Do not use liquids or solvents.

What type of fuses does the dimmer use?

The dimmer uses 10 A ceramic fuses (5x20 mm) for the power input. Each channel may have its own fuse; check the label near the fuse holder.

Can I mount the dimmer in a 19-inch rack?

Yes, the dimmer is designed for 19-inch rack mounting and occupies 2U of rack space. Use the included rack ears and screws for secure installation.

How to update the firmware?

This model does not support firmware updates via DMX or USB. Firmware is factory-installed and cannot be changed by the user.

USER MANUAL DPX-1216 MP DMX Eurolite

12-Channel Dimmer Pack

MULTI-LANGUAGE-INSTRUCTIONS

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Table of contents

Deutsch

EINFÜHRUNG......3

Features....3

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 15

OPERATING DETERMINATIONS.... 16

DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE 17

Front panel....17

Rear panel....17

INSTALLATION 17

Outputs....18

Connection with the mains.... 18

DMX-512 control 19

OPERATION 19

Sel Mode - Operating Mode 20

Dmx addr - Starting Address.... 20

Speed - Program Speed 22

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 22

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS....23

This user manual is valid for the article number 70064136

You can find the latest update of this user manual in the Internet under:

www.eurolite.de

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

eurolite®

DPX-1216 MP DMX

12-Kanal DMX-Dimmerpack

ACHTUNG!

Keep this device away from rain and moisture!

Unplug mains lead before opening the housing!

For your own safety, please read this user manual carefully before you initially start-up.

Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device has to

• be qualified
• follow the instructions of this manual
• consider this manual to be part of the total product
• keep this manual for the entire service life of the product
• pass this manual on to every further owner or user of the product
• download the latest version of the user manual from the Internet

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for having chosen an EUROLITE DPX-1216 MP DMX. If you follow the instructions given in this manual, we are sure that you will enjoy this device for a long period of time.

Unpack your Eurolite dimmer pack.

Features

Digital 12-channel power-pack

• Universal power-pack for professional use
- Can be operated 1-phase or 3-phase
- 12 x 16 A
- DMX-control via every standard DMX-controller
- The DMX-starting address can be adjusted on the device for each channel individually
- Synchronisation of several DPX-1216 possible via DMX
• Each channel can either be dimmed or switched
- Adjusting the lamp pre-heat for the dimmed channels
- All modes are displayed on the display
- With automatic circuit breaker per channel
- Outputs via pole connectors or two industrial sockets

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION!

Be careful with your operations. With a dangerous voltage you can suffer a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires!

This device has left our premises in absolutely perfect condition. In order to maintain this condition and to ensure a safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this user manual.

Important:

Damages caused by the disregard of this user manual are not subject to warranty. The dealer will not accept liability for any resulting defects or problems.

If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your device. Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature.

Please make sure that there are no obvious transport damages. Should you notice any damages on the A/C connection cable or on the casing, do not take the device into operation and immediately consult your local dealer.

This device falls under protection-class I. The power plug must only be plugged into a protection class I outlet. The voltage and frequency must exactly be the same as stated on the device. Wrong voltages or power outlets can lead to the destruction of the device and to mortal electrical shock.

Always plug in the power plug least. The power plug must always be inserted without force. Make sure that the plug is tightly connected with the outlet.

Never let the power-cord come into contact with other cables! Handle the power-cord and all connections with the mains with particular caution! Never touch them with wet hands, as this could lead to mortal electrical shock.

Never modify, bend, strain mechanically, put pressure on, pull or heat up the power cord. Never operate next to sources of heat or cold. Disregard can lead to power cord damages, fire or mortal electrical shock.

The cable insert or the female part in the device must never be strained. There must always be sufficient cable to the device. Otherwise, the cable may be damaged which may lead to mortal damage.

Make sure that the power-cord is never crimped or damaged by sharp edges. Check the device and the power-cord from time to time.

If extension cords are used, make sure that the core diameter is sufficient for the required power consumption of the device. All warnings concerning the power cords are also valid for possible extension cords.

Always disconnect from the mains, when the device is not in use or before cleaning it. Only handle the power-cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the power-cord. Otherwise, the cable or plug can be damaged leading to mortal electrical shock. If the power plug or the power switch is not accessible, the device must be disconnected via the mains.

If the power plug or the device is dusty, the device must be taken out of operation, disconnected and then be cleaned with a dry cloth. Dust can reduce the insulation which may lead to mortal electrical shock. More severe dirt in and at the device should only be removed by a specialist.

There must never enter any liquid into power outlets, extension cords or any holes in the housing of the device. If you suppose that also a minimal amount of liquid may have entered the device, it must immediately be disconnected. This is also valid, if the device was exposed to high humidity. Also if the device is still running, the device must be checked by a specialist if the liquid has reduced any insulation. Reduced insulation can cause mortal electrical shock.

English

There must never be any objects entering into the device. This is especially valid for metal parts. If any metal parts like staples or coarse metal chips enter into the device, the device must be taken out of operation and disconnected immediately. Malfunction or short-circuits caused by metal parts may cause mortal injuries. Keep away children and amateurs!

Never leave this device running unattended.

OPERATING DETERMINATIONS

This device is an electronic dimmer for dimming other devices like spots in discotheques, on stages etc. This product is allowed to be operated with an alternating current of 230 V - 380 V, 50 Hz and was designed for indoor use only.

Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.

When choosing the installation-spot, please make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust. There should not be any cables lying around. You endanger your own and the safety of others!

This device must never be operated or stockpiled in sourroundings where splash water, rain, moisture or fog may harm the device. Moisture or very high humidity can reduce the insulation and lead to mortal electrical shocks. When using smoke machines, make sure that the device is never exposed to the direct smoke jet and is installed in a distance of 0.5 meters between smoke machine and device. The room must only be saturated with an amount of smoke that the visibility will always be more than 10 meters.

The ambient temperature must always be between -5^ C and +45^ C. Keep away from direct insulation (particularly in cars) and heaters.

The relative humidity must not exceed 50 % with an ambient temperature of 45^ C.

This device must only be operated in an altitude between -20 and 2000 m over NN.

Never use the device during thunderstorms. Over voltage could destroy the device. Always disconnect the device during thunderstorms.

Operate the device only after having familiarized with its functions. Do not permit operation by persons not qualified for operating the device. Most damages are the result of unprofessional operation!

Please use the original packaging if the device is to be transported.

Please consider that unauthorized modifications on the device are forbidden due to safety reasons!

Never remove the serial barcode from the device as this would make the guarantee void.

If this device will be operated in any way different to the one described in this manual, the product may suffer damages and the guarantee becomes void. Furthermore, any other operation may lead to dangers like short-circuit, burns, electric shock, etc.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE

Front panel

1. Circuit breaker
2. Display
3. MENU button
4. UP button
5. DOWN button
6. ESC button

Rear panel

1. DMX-connection
   8 16-pin industrial socket DPX-1216 MP DMX
2. Power supply

INSTALLATION

Install the device on a plane surface or install it in a rack.

Rack-installation: This device is built for 19" racks (483 mm). The rack you use should be a Double-Door-Rack where you can open the front panel and the rear panel. The rack should be provided with a cooling fan. When mounting the controller into the rack, please make sure that there is enough space around the device so that the heated air can be passed on. Steady overheating will damage your device.

You can fix the controller with four screws M6 in the rack.

Outputs

Output of the DPX-1216 MP DMX via the 16-pin industrial sockets is located on the rear panel.

Connect your loads via the connectors. The maximum load per channel is 3680 W. Please note that the maximum current of 192 A must never be exceeded!

The occupation of the 16-pin industrial socket is:

Occupation:

CH-1	1+9
CH-2	2+10
CH-3	3+11
CH-4	4+12
CH-5	5+13
CH-6	6+14

Connection with the mains

DANGER TO LIFE!

The electric connection must only be carried out by a qualified electrician!

The occupation of the connection-cables is as follows:

Cable	Pin	International
Black	Live1	L1
Brown	Live2	L2
Grey	Live3	L3
Blue	Neutral	N
Yellow/Green	Earth

The earth has to be connected!

If the device will be directly connected with the local power supply network, a disconnection switch with a minimum opening of 3 mm at every pole has to be included in the permanent electrical installation.

The device must only be connected with an electric installation carried out in compliance with the IEC-standards. The electric installation must be equipped with a Residual Current Device (RCD) with a maximum fault current of 30 mA.

The wires must not come into contact with each other, otherwise the devices will not work at all, or will not work properly.

Only use a stereo shielded cable and 3-pin XLR-plugs and connectors in order to connect the controller with the device or one device with another.

Occupation of the XLR-connection:

DMX-output
XLR mounting-socket:

1: Ground
2: Signal (−)
3: Signal (+)

DMX-input
XLR mounting-plug:

1: Ground
2: Signal (−)
3: Signal (+)

If you are using controllers with this occupation, you can connect the DMX-output of the controller directly with the DMX-input of the first device in the DMX-chain. If you wish to connect DMX-controllers with other XLR-outputs, you need to use adapter-cables.

Building a serial DMX-chain:

Connect the DMX-output of the first device in the DMX-chain with the DMX-input of the next device. Always connect one output with the input of the next device until all devices are connected.

Caution: At the last device, the DMX-cable has to be terminated with a terminator. Solder a 120 Ω resistor between Signal (−) and Signal (+) into a 3-pin XLR-plug and plug it in the DMX-output of the last device.

Addressing

Set the required DMX-address via the Control Board.

OPERATION

Start your dimmer pack. First "WELCOME TO USE" appears on the LCD display.

After self testing, the unit recalls the previous memory record ("Running Progxx" or "DMX MODE")

Use the buttons below the LCD display to navigate through the menu.

Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select one of the 5 points of the DPX-1216 MP DMX.

SEL MODE, DMX ADDR, MANUAL, CURVE, SPEED.

Enter one of the menus by pressing the MENU button.

Use the UP and DOWN buttons to set the parameters and confirm with the MENU button.

Exit the individual menu by pressing ESC.

The underscore on the display indicates your position in the menu.

Sel Mode - Operating Mode

Press MENU to enter the first sub-menu, Sel Mode. The display indicates the current mode.

Sel mode Prog 08

Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select Prog 01-12 or DMX and press MENU.

Prog 01-12: Select the 12 built-in programs. DMX signals are prior to built-in programs. Press ESC to return to main menu.

DMX: Activates DMX-control. Press ESC to return to main menu.

Dmx addr - Starting Address

Press MENU to enter the second sub-menu, Dmx addr. The display indicates the current mode.

Dmx addr Block

Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select Single or Block and press MENU.

Single: Set a starting address (001-512) for each channel individually. Several channels can share the same address.

Block: Set one starting address (001-512) for all 12 channels.

Sub-menu Single

Chan[1] [023]

First use the UP and DOWN buttons to select a channel. Press MENU and then set the starting address of the respective channel with UP and DOWN.

Press ESC once to set another channel or press ESC repeatedly to return to the main menu.

Sub-menu Block

Start [044]

Use the UP and DOWN buttons to set the starting address for all 12 channels.

Press ESC repeatedly to return to the main menu.

Manual - Manual Setting

Press MENU to enter the third sub-menu, Manual. The display indicates the current mode.

Manual All

English

Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select All or Single and press MENU.

All: Set one value for all channels.

Single: Set a value for each channel individually.

Sub-menu All

Use the UP and DOWN buttons to set a value from 000%-100% for all channels.

All [020%]

Press ESC repeatedly to return to the main menu.

Sub-menu Single

Use UP and DOWN to select a channel (01-12). Press MENU and then UP and DOWN to set a value between 000% and 100% for the respective channel.

Chan[1] [023%]

Press ESC once to set another channel or press ESC repeatedly to return to the main menu.

Curve - Dimmer Curve

Press MENU to enter the fourth sub-menu, curve. The display indicates the current mode.

All Single

Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select All or Single and press MENU.

All: Set one curve for all channels.

Single: Set a curve for each channel individually.

Dimmer curve Linear: Input value and output level are linear. This is the standard mode.

Dimmer curve Switch: The respective channel works like an electronic relay. Possible outputs are 0% (OFF) or 100% (ON). We recommend this setting, if you would like to control discharge lamps and motors.

English

Sub-menu All

Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select Linear or Switch and press MENU.

Linear

Switch

Press ESC repeatedly to return to the main menu.

Sub-menu Single

Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select a channel (01-12). Press MENU and then UP and DOWN to set a value between 000% and 100% for the respective channel.

Chan[1]

[023%]

Press ESC once to set another channel or press ESC repeatedly to return to the main menu.

Speed - Program Speed

Press MENU to enter the final sub-menu, speed. The display indicates the current mode.

Speed

00.4S

Press UP and DOWN to adjust speed between 00.1 - 20.0 seconds. Press ESC to return to the main menu.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

DANGER TO LIFE!

Disconnect from mains before starting maintenance operation!

We recommend a frequent cleaning of the device. Please use a soft lint-free and moistened cloth. Never use alcohol or solvents!

There are no serviceable parts inside the device. Maintenance and service operations are only to be carried out by authorized dealers.

If the fuse interrupts, please reset the breaker.

Should you need any spare parts, please use genuine parts.

If the power supply cable of this device will be damaged, it has to be replaced by authorized dealers only in order to avoid hazards.

If defective, please dispose of the unusable device in accordance with the current legal regulations.

Should you have further questions, please contact your dealer.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Power supply:	230-380 V AC, 50 Hz ~
Max. power output:	44160 W
Max. current: 192 A
Max. output/channel:	3680 W
Max. current/channel:	16 A
Number of control-channels:	12
Integrated programs:	12
Fuse:	12 x C 16 A, 230 V
DMX output:	3-pin female XLR socket
DMX input:	3-pin male XLR socket
Input/Output: Pole connectors	/ 16-pin sockets
Dimensions (WxDxH): 482 x 550 x 140 mm
Minimum mounting depth:	570 mm
Weight:	12 kg

Please note: Every information is subject to change without prior notice. 20.05.2014 ©

ACINPUT

ACINPUT

CH7 CH8 CH9 CH10 CH11 CH12
The Ground Truth image displays a single, solid horizontal line. According to Rule 2 (UNDERSCORE & LINE RULES), this is a stylistic or background line, not a placeholder underscore. Therefore, the OCR result must ignore it and output nothing or only meaningful text. The provided OCR content is "____", which consists of four underscores. This is an incorrect interpretation of the line as a placeholder, violating the rule that stylistic lines must be ignored. The OCR has hallucinated underscores where none should exist based on the GT's visual context. Hence, the OCR result is inconsistent with the Ground Truth.
SINGLE PHASE CONNECTION

!WARNING!

1. When single phase input, L1, L2, L3 must be short circuited via wires.
2. When three phase input, neutral wire must be securely connected.
3. This apparatus must be earthed.
4. Designed for indoor use intention.
5. No customer serviceable parts inside.

DPX-1216 MP DMX dimmer packNo. 70064136 EAN 4026397521740230-389 V AC, 50 Hz ~Max. power output: 44160 WMax. total current: 192 AMax. output/channel: 3680 WMax. current/channel: 16 A

eurolite®CESteinigke Showtechnic GmbH Andreas-Bauer-Str. 597297 Waldbuttelbrunn Germany www.steinigke.de

DPX-1216 MP DMX DIMMERPACK

BASIC MENUS		SUB-MENUS			ESC: Exit
MENU↓UP/DOWN	Sel mode	MENU↓UP/DOWN	DMX: Only to receive DMX signal	Press MENU or ESC to exit
			Prog. 1-12: Start built-in programs
	DMX addr		Block: Set starting address	Press MENU to enter Block mode, press UP/DOWN to select address (001-512).
			Single: Set DMX address for individual channel	Press MENU to select channel or address. In channel mode, press UP/DOWN to select channel (Ch1-Ch12). In address mode, press UP/DOWN to set address (001-512).
	Manual		All: Set Manual value for all channels	Press MENU to enter All mode, press UP/DOWN to set manual value between 000-100%.
			Single: Set Manual value for individual channel	Press MENU to select channel or value. In channel mode, press UP/DOWN to select channel Ch1-Ch12. In value mode, press UP/DOWN to set a value between 000-100%.
	Curve		All: Set dimming for all channels	Press MENU to enter All mode, press UP/DOWN to select linear or switch.
			Single: Set dimming for single channel	Press MENU to select channel or dimming. In channel mode, press UP/DOWN to select channel Ch1-Ch12. In dimming mode, press UP/DOWN to select linear or switch.
	Speed		Press UP/DOWN to adjust speed from 0.1-20s	Press MENU or ESC to exit.