Connection With The Dimmer Packs; Problem Chart; Cleaning And Maintenance - Nicols C 516 Manuel D'utilisation

5. SETUP
Install the device on a plane surface or install it in rack.
5.1. Installation in a rack
This device is built for 19"racks (483mm).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. Connect the connection cable of the power-unit with the
DC IN-socket. Plug the power unit into your outlet.

5.2. Connection with the dimmer packs

DMX-512:
The wires must not come into contact with each other, otherwise the fixtures 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 fixture or one fixture with another.
For a serial DMX-chain:
Connect the DMX-output of the fixture with the DMX-input of the nearest dimmer pack. Always
connect one output with the input of the next fixture unit all fixtures are connected.
Caution: On the last fixture, the DMX-cable has to be terminated with a terminator solder.
6. OPERATION
After you connected the device to the mains, the fixture is ready for use. Switch the device on via the
Power-switch.
With the master fader, you can adjust the total light output of all channels (0-100%).
You can dim the individual channel via the channel-faders 1-16.

7. PROBLEM CHART

Problem Cause
No power. The power unit is not connected.
No signal output. Stand by-mode activated.

8. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

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.
Should you need any spare parts, please use genuine parts.
Should you have further questions, please contact your dealer.
Remedy
Check the connection cable of the
Power unit and any extension-cables.
Switch off blackout by pressing the
Black out button.