PAR56 - Effect machine HQ Power - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PAR56 HQ Power

To all residents of the European Union

Important environmental information about this product

This symbol or the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its lifecycle could harm the environment. Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should be taken to a specialized company for recycling. This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service. Respect the local environmental rules.

If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities.

Thank you for choosing HQPower™! Please read the manual thoroughly before bringing this device into service. If the device was damaged in transit, don't install or use it and contact your dealer. Your

VDPL56SL should include: 1x PAR56 projector, 1x power cord and this manual.

2. Safety Instructions

!	Keep the fixture away from children and unauthorised users.
!	Indoor use only. Keep the fixture away from rain, moisture, splashing and dripping liquids. Protect the fixture against extreme heat and dust.
!	Risk of electroshock during installation. The installation must be performed by a qualified technician.
!	This fixture has an auto-switching power supply that can accommodate a wide range of input voltages. The on/off thing necessary to do before powering on the unit is to make sure the line voltage you are applying is within the range of accepted voltages. This fixture will accommodate a line voltage of 100 ~ 240 VAC, 50 ~ 60 Hz. All fixtures must be powered directly off a grounded switched circuit and cannot be run off a rheostat or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for 0% to 100% switch.
!	DO NOT disassemble or open the cover(s). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer to an authorized dealer for service and/or spare parts.

3. General Guidelines

Refer to the Velleman® Service and Quality Warranty on the final pages of this manual.

• Keep this user manual for future consultation.
• Always make sure to connect to the proper voltage and that the line voltage you are connecting is not higher than that stated on the rear panel of the fixture.
• To prevent risk of explosion, do not operate this fixtue near flammable materials.
• Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing the fuse.
• Secure the fixture to the fastening device using a safety chain (e.g. VDLSC7 or VDLSC8).
• Do not operate the fixture at an ambient temperature higher than 40^ (104°F).
• In the unlikely event if a serious operating problem, stop using the fxture immediately. Never try to repair the fixture by yourself. Repairs carried out be unskilled people can lead to damage of malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance centre. Al ways use the same type replacement parts.
• Never connect the fixture to a dimme-pack.
• Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging the cord.
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.
• All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons.
• Only use the device for its intended purpose. Using the device in an unauthorised way will void the warranty.
• Damage caused by disregard of certi in guidelines h this manual is not covered by the warranty and the dealer will not accept responsibil ty for any ensuing defects or problems.
  Note t hat damage calsed by user modifications to the device is not covered by the warranty.

4. Features

only 2cm in thickness
RGB colour mixing
- built-in programs via master/slave or sound-activated mode
- DMX control via 3 (RGB) or 7 channels (RGB - macro - strobe)
- double bracket, can be used as floor spot

5. Product Overview

Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual.

1 LC D display	5 sound se nsiity adjust nent knob
2 mi crophone	6 power in put/fuse holder
3 D MX input	7 bracket a d justment knob
4 D MX output

6. Setup

Fuse Replacement

Disconnect the power cord before replacing the fuse and always replace with the same type of fuse.

• Wedge the fuse holder out of its housing with a flat-head screwdriver.
• Remove the damaged fuse from its holder and replace with exact same type of fuse.
• Insert the fuse holder back in its place and reconnect power.

Fixture Linking

• You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX512 controller or to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a master/slave operating mode. The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fixu res the data link can support.

Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy-chained in one single line. To comply with the EIA-485 standard no more than 32 devices should be connected on one data link. Connecting more than 32 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of an optically-isolated DMX splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal.

• Maximum recommended serial data link distance is 500 meters (1640 ft). Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link is 32 fixtures.

Data Cabling

• To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables. If you choose to create your own cable please use data-grade cables that can carry a high-quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference. Connect the XLR cable to the female 3-pin XLR output of your controller and the other side to the male 3-pin XLR input of the PAR56 projector. Multiple projectors can be linked through serial linking. The linking cable should be a two-core screened cable with XLR input and output connectors.

Termination

• A DMX terminator is recommended for installations where the DMX cable has to run a long distance or is in an electrically noisy environment (e.g. discos). The terminator prevents corruption of the digital control signal by electrical noise. The DMX terminator is simply an XLR plug with a 120 resistor between pins 2 and 3, which is then plugged into the XLR output socket of the last device in the chain. Please see illustration.

7. Mounting the Projector

• Have the device installed by a qualified person, respecting EN 60598-2-17 and all other applicable norms.
  The carrying construction must be able to support 10 times the weight of the device for 1 hour without deforming.
• The in stallation must always be secured with a secondary attachment e.g. a safety cable.

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• Never stand directly below the device when it is being mounted, removed or serviced. Have a qualified technician check the device once a year and once before you bring it into service.
• Install the device in a location with few passers-by that is inaccessible to unauthorised persons.
• Overhead mounting requires extensive experience: calculating workload limits, determining the installation material to be used... Have the material and the device itself checked regularly. Do not attempt to install the device yourself if you lack these qualifications as improper installation may result in injuries.
• Adjust the desired inclination angle via the mounting bracket and tighten the bracket screws.
• Make sure there is no flammable material within a 0.5 m radius of the device.
• Have a qualified electrician carry out the electric connection.
• Connect the device to the mains with the power plug. Do not connect it to a dimming pack.
• The installation has to be approved by an expert before the device is taken into service.

8. Operating Instructions

Control Panel Navigation

Access the control panel functions using the four panel buttons located directly underneath the LCD display.

button	function
<MENU> used to access the menu or to return to a previous menu option
<DOWN> scrolls through the menu options in descending order
<UP> scrolls through the menu options in ascending order
<ENTER> used to select and store the current menu or option within the menu

The control panel LCD display shows the menu items you select from the menu map. When a menu function is selected, the display will show immediately the first available option for the selected menu function. To select a menu item, press .

Use the and buttons to navigate the menu map and menu options. Press to access the menu function currently displayed or to enable a menu option. To return to the previous option or menu without changing the value, press the

button.

Menu Functions

menu	sub-menu	function	sub-selection	description
P--	P1	7-colour switching	-	select between 2 switching and 2 fading built-in programs
	P2	7-colour fading
	P3	7-colour switching
	P4	7-colour fading
	P5	7-colour sound control	use sound sensitivity adjustment knob [5]	select between 2 sound-active programs
	P6	3-colour sound control
3-CH	0001-D512	- - select	3-channel DMX mode (RGB)
7-CH	0001-D512	-	-	select 7-channel DMX mode (RGB, macros, run speed, strobe, automatic/sound, dimmer)
C--	C1	red	- select between 7 static colours
	C2	green
	C3	blue
	C4	cyan
	C5	magenta
	C6	yellow
	C7	white
S--	5001-5100	default range 5050	-	speed range for 2 switching and 2 fading built-in programs
U--	R---	red	000~100	combine red, green and blue to create your own custom colour
	G---	green
	B---	blue

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Stand-Alone Mode

Sound-Active Mode

This mode allows a single unit to run to the beat of the music.

• Press until P -- is displayed.
• Press to confirm your selection.
• Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired program ( P5 P6 ).
• Press to confirm your selection.
• Use the audio sensitivity knob on the back of the fixture to make the fixture more or less sensitive. The PAR56 will react to the low frequencies of the music via the internal microphone.

Auto Mode

• Press until P -- is displayed.
• Press to confirm your selection.
• Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired program (P1 P4) .
• Press to confirm your selection.

Preset Colours

This PAR56 has pre-programmed static colours.

• Press until C-- is displayed.
• Press to confirm your selection.
• Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired program ( ) .
• Press to confirm your selection.

Custom Static Colours

This PAR56 allows you to create custom static colours.

• Press until U-- is displayed.
• Press to confirm your selection.
• Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired colour value ( 0.00 1.00 , from 0 to 100% ).
• Press to confirm and to move to the next colour (R, G, B) . Set the value for the second and third colour.
• Finally, press to confirm. Note that you will have selected the first colour. Simply press to exit.

Master/Slave Mode

This mode allows control several units simultaneously.

• Use standard DMX cables to daisy-chain your units together via the DMX connector on the rear of each fixture. For longer cable runs we suggest using a terminator on the last fixture.
• Choose the first unit in the chain to function as the master fixture. Press and choose a mode (P--, C-- or U--).
• Press to confirm your selection.
• On each of the connected slave units, press until 3-CH or 7-CH is displayed.
• Press to confirm your selection.
• Use <UP> or <DOWN> to set the DMX starting address to 0001.

DMX Mode

This mode allows you to control the fixture by any universal DMX controller.

• Press until 3-CH or 7-CH is displayed.
• Press to confirm your selection.
• Use <UP> or <DOWN> to set the DMX starting address.
• Press to confirm your selection.

DMX Channel Values

3-Channel Mode

channel	function	from		to	description
1	red	000		255	r 0 ~ 100%dimme
2	green 000 255 dimmer 0 ~ 100%
3	blue 000 255 dimmer 0 ~ 100%

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7-Channel Mode

channel	function	from		to description
1 red	000 255 dimmer 0 ~ 100%
2 green	000 255 dimmer 0 ~ 100%
3 blue	000 255 dimmer 0 ~ 100%
4	colour macrs	000	015	no function
		016	255	colour macros
5	speed channel 6 @ 032 ~ 223)	000	255	slow ~ fast
	strobe (channels 1 ~ 4 only)	000	015	no function
		016	255 slow ~ fast (6 Hz ~ 18 Hz)
6	mode (channel 5 controls speed when channel 6 = 032 ~ 223)	000	031	RGB
		032	063	pulse 0 ~ 100% with RGB faders
		064	095	pulse 100 ~ 0% with RGB faders
		096	127	pulse 0 ~ 100 ~ 0% with RGB faders
		128	159	auto fade
		160	191	auto switch (3 colours)
		192	223	auto switch (7 colours)
		224	255	sound control
7	dimmer	000	255 dimmer 0 ~ 100%

Setting the DMX Starting Address

All DMX-controlled devices need a digital start address so that the correct device responds to the signals. This start address is the channel number from which the device starts to "listen" to the DMX controller. Enter the correct number and read it from the display located on the base of the PAR56. You can use the same starting address for a whole group of devices or enter an individual one for every device. When all devices have the same address, all the PAR56s will "listen" to the control signal on one particular channel. In other words: changing the settings of one channel will affect all devices simultaneously. If you set different addresses, each device will "listen" to a separate channel number. Changing the settings of one channel will only affect the device in question.

In the case of the 3-channel PAR56, you will have to set the start address of the first PAR56 to 1, the second PAR56 to 4 (1 + 3), the third to 7 (4 + 3) and so on.

9. Troubleshooting

problem	possible solution
fuse keeps blowing	check total load placed on fixture
chase is too slow	check user manual for speed adjustment
fixTURE has no power	check for power on mains check fixture's fuse
fixTURE is not responding	check DMX settings for correct addressing check DMX cables check polarity switch settings check DMX indicator on LCD display
fixTURE is powered on but there is no movement to the audio	check audio mode on the LCD display adjust sound sensitivity knob
light will not come on after power failure	check fuse
signal loss	use DMX cables only install terminator keep DMX cables separated from power cables or blacklight
no light output	call service technician

10. General Maintenance

To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently. Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency. As a general rule, fixtures should be cleaned at least twice a month. Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduced LED life and increased mechanical wear. Be sure to power off fixture before conducting maintenance.

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Unplug fixture from power. Use a soft brush to remove dust collected on external components. Clean all glass when the fixture is cold with a mild solution of glass cleaner or isopropyl alcohol and a soft, lint-free cotton cloth or lens tissue. Apply solution to the cloth or tissue and drag dirt and grime to the outside of the lens. Gently polish optical surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.

The cleaning of external optical lenses must be carried out periodically to optimize light output. Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates: a damp, smoky or particularly dirty surrounding can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the unit's optics. Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid. Always dry the parts carefully. Clean the external optics at least every 20 days.

11. Technical Specifications

power supply 230 VAC ~ 50 Hz
power consumption 12 W
LEDs 180 pcs (36x red, 36x green, 36x blue)
beam angle 21°
dimensions 223 x 184 x 178 mm
weight	1.2 kg

Use this device with original accessories only. Velleman nv cannot be held responsible in the event of damage or injury resulted from (incorrect) use of this device. For more info concerning this product and the latest version of this manual, please visit our website www.hqpower.eu. The information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice.

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Velleman Service and Quality Warranty

Velleman has over 35 years of experience in the electronics world and distributes its products in more than 85 countries.

All our products fulfil strict quality requirements and legal stipulations in the EU. In order to ensure the quality, our products regularly go through an extra quality check, both by an internal quality department and by specialized external organisations. If, all precautionary measures notwithstanding, problems should occur, please make appeal to our warranty (see guarantee conditions).

General Warranty Conditions Concerning Consumer Products (for EU):

• All consumer products are subject to a 24-month warranty on production flaws and defective material as from the original date of purchase.

• Velleman® can decide to replace an article with an equivalent article, or to refund the retail value totally or partially when the complaint is valid and a free repair or replacement of the article is impossible, or if the expenses are out of proportion.

You will be delivered a replacing article or a refund at the value of 100% of the purchase price in case of a flaw occurred in the first year after the date of purchase and delivery, or a replacing article at 50% of the purchase price or a refund at the value of 50% of the retail value in case of a flaw occurred in the second year after the date of purchase and delivery.

- Not covered by warranty:

• all direct or indirect damage caused after delivery to the article (e.g. by oxidation, shocks, falls, dust, dirt, humidity...), and by the article, as well as its contents (e.g. data loss), compensation for loss of profits;

• frequently replaced consumable goods, parts or accessories such as batteries, lamps, rubber parts, drive belts... (unlimited list);

• flaws resulting from fire, water damage, lightning, accident, natural disaster, etc.;

• flaws caused deliberately, negligently or resulting from improper handling, negligent maintenance, abusive use or use contrary to the manufacturer's instructions;

• damage caused by a commercial, professional or collective use of the article (the warranty validity will be reduced to six (6) months when the article is used professionally);

• damage resulting from an inappropriate packing and shipping of the article;

• all damage caused by modification, repair or alteration performed by a third party without written permission by Velleman.

• Articles to be repaired must be delivered to your Velleman dealer, solidly packed (preferably in the original packaging), and be completed with the original receipt of purchase and a clear flaw description.

• Hint: In order to save on cost and time, please reread the manual and check if the flaw is caused by obvious causes prior to presenting the article for repair. Note that returning a non-defective article can also involve handling costs.

• Repairs occurring after warranty expiration are subject to shipping costs.

• The above conditions are without prejudice to all commercial warranties.

The above enumeration is subject to modification according to the article (see article's manual).

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