Velleman VDPLP64SL - Manual (Page 4)

VDPLP64SL
10.01.2011 ©Velleman nv 4
• Familiarise yourself with the functions of the device before actually using it. Do not allow operation
by unqualified people. Any damage that may occur will most probably be due to unprofessional use
of the device.
• All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons. Damage caused by user modifications
to the device is not covered by the warranty.
• Mechanical wear is not covered by warranty.
• Only use the device for its intended purpose. All other uses may lead to short circuits, burns,
electroshocks, lamp explosion, crash, etc. Using the device in an unauthorised way will void the
warranty.
• Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and
the dealer will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.
• A qualified technician should install and service this device.
• Do not switch the device on immediately after it has been exposed to changes in temperature.
Protect the device against damage by leaving it switched off until it has reached room temperature.
• This device is designed for professional use on stage, in discos, theatres, etc. The VDPLP64SL can
be used indoor (<35°C, <75%RH) with an alternating current of max. 240V AC/50Hz.
• Lighting effects are not designed for permanent operation: regular operation breaks will prolong their
lives.
• Use the original packaging if the device is to be transported.
• Keep this manual for future reference.
4. Features
• RGB PAR64 spot
• extremely slim design
• 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 a floor spot
5. Overview
Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual.
1 LCD display 4 DMX output
2 microphone 5 sound sensitivity adjustment knob
3 DMX input 6 power input/fuse holder
6. Installation
Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual.
a) Overhead mounting
• Have the device installed by a qualified person, respecting EN 60598-2-17 and all other applicable
norms.
• The construction to which the device is attached should be able to support 10 times the weight of
the device for one hour without deformation.
• The installation must always be secured with a secondary attachment e.g. a safety cable.
• 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 and 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 serious injuries.
• For truss-mounting, use an appropriate clamp (not incl.) and fit an M10 bolt through the centre of
the (folded) bracket.
• Adjust the desired inclination angle via the mounting bracket and tighten the bracket screws.
b) DMX-512 connection
• When applicable, connect an XLR cable to the female 3-pin XLR output of a controller (not incl.)
and the other side to the male 3-pin XLR input of the VDPLP64SL. Multiple VDPLP64SL’s can be
linked through serial linking. The linking cable should be a dual core, screened cable with XLR input
and output connectors.
• Maximum recommended serial data link distance is 500 meters (1640 ft). Maximum recommended