QTX Pixelator 151.616UK

144pcs Pixel LED Effects Bar - User Manual

Product Overview

Please read through this manual thoroughly before use; any damage caused by misuse of product will not be covered by warranty.

The LED effects bar is fitted with 144 RGB SMD's to provide a wide range of bright and colourful patterns and effects. Various automatic shows and settings can be run directly from the unit, or using sound to light. Alternatively, the bar can be operated remotely by DMX in various channel modes and connected to multiple units if a larger effect is needed. Supplied with twist and lock power lead and tilt-adjustable brackets for hanging, truss mounting, or free-standing.

A photograph shows the QTX Pixelator LED effects bar. It is a long, slim bar with a black housing and a translucent front diffuser. It is mounted on two adjustable black brackets, designed for standing or truss mounting.

In the Box

1x main unit
2x fixing stand/brackets with thumbscrews
1x twist and lock UK mains lead
1x user guide

Important Warnings

[⚠️ High Voltage Warning] Please do not open cover, contains high voltage. This product is not serviceable or repairable by the end user. Please refer to qualified personnel for service and repair.

To prevent risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain or damp environments. In the event of a spillage, disconnect the mains and allow the unit to dry out naturally. Qualified personnel should then check the unit before continuing use.

Placement and Cleaning

Placement:

Use the mounting brackets included to fix to a stand or lighting truss.
Use secondary safety fixings if mounting overhead.
Keep away from damp or dusty environments.
Ensure adequate airflow around the fixture housings.
Ensure adequate access to controls and connections.
Do not aim LED output directly into line of sight, as this can result in eye injury.

Cleaning:

Use a soft cloth with a neutral detergent to clean the casing as required.
Do not use strong solvents for cleaning the unit.

Side Panel Controls

A diagram shows the rear panel of the QTX Pixelator. It is labeled with numbered ports: 1. Power input (twist and lock), 2. DMX input (3-pin XLR), 3. DMX output (3-pin XLR), 4. Internal microphone, 5. Control panel (buttons: MENU, UP, DOWN, ENTER), 6. LED display, 7. Power output (twist and lock).

Manual Control Menu

Press the "MENU" button to enter the settings menu.

Press "UP" and "DOWN" buttons to navigate through various setting functions.

Press “ENTER” button to confirm the desired setting.

Mode	Programming	Description
Auto	Sp 1-10	Auto Speed 1-10 (slow to fast)	Self-walk mode, randomly running all the effects
	St 0-9	strobe (slow to fast)
DMX mode	Addr	3 CH	A001-A510	Each channel mode is a separate address, plugged into the console, and automatically into the DMX mode
		5 CH	A001-A508
		8 CH	A001-A505
		36CH	A001-A477
		40CH	A001-A473
Show	Sh 1-56	Program Show 1-56
	Sp 1-10	Program Speed 1-10 (slow->fast)
	St 0-9	Program Flash 0-9 (slow->fast)

DMX Mode

The Pixelator can be controlled by DMX signal. Simply connect the DMX signal source to the DMX input on the unit via a balanced XLR lead. Extra fixtures can be controlled by the same DMX signal by looping through the DMX out on the unit. To enter DMX mode, select A001 from the menu and confirm the correct start address and channel selection by using the “UP” and “DOWN” buttons and “ENTER”. The “A” on the LED display will begin to flash once it's received the DMX signal from the controller. This unit has 3, 5, 8, 36, or 40 DMX channels as indicated in the tables below.

3 Channel mode:

CH	Range	Function
CH1	0-255	ALL RED (0-100%)
CH2	0-255	ALL GREEN (0-100%)
CH3	0-255	ALL BLUE (0-100%)

5 Channel mode:

CH	Range	Function
CH1	0-255	Total Dimmer
CH2	0-9	No Function	Strobe
	10-255	From Slow to fast
CH3	0-255	ALL RED (0-100%)
CH4	0-255	ALL GREEN (0-100%)
CH5	0-255	ALL BLUE (0-100%)

8 Channel mode:

CH	Range	Function
CH1	0-255	Total Dimmer
CH2	0-255	ALL RED (0-100%)
CH3	0-255	ALL GREEN (0-100%)
CH4	0-255	ALL BLUE (0-100%)
CH5	0-9	No Function	Strobe
	10-255	From Slow to fast
CH6	0-3	CH2-CH4 controls overall color	RGBW Effect Channel
	4-7	Pattern 1 (CH2-CH4 can control pattern color)
	8-11	Pattern 2 (CH2-CH4 can control pattern color)
	...	...
	148-151	Pattern 37 (CH2-CH4 can control pattern color)
	152-155	Pattern 38 (built-in effect color)
	156-159	Pattern 39 (built-in effect color)
	...	...
	224-227	Pattern 56 (built-in effect color)
	228-231	Self-walking effect (loop running pattern effect 1-56)
	232-235	Voice Mode 1
	236-255	Voice Mode 2
CH7	0-255	RGB Program Speed (From Slow to fast) Effect Speed
CH8	0-255	RGB Background color selection (see the final background color table for details)

36 Channel mode:

CH	Range	Function
CH1	0-255	R 1 (0-100%)
CH2	0-255	G 1 (0-100%)
CH3	0-255	B 1 (0-100%)
...	...	...
CH34	0-255	R 12 (0-100%)
CH35	0-255	G 12 (0-100%)
CH36	0-255	B 12 (0-100%)

40 Channel mode:

CH	Range	Function
CH1	0-255	R 1 (0-100%)
CH2	0-255	G 1 (0-100%)
CH3	0-255	B 1 (0-100%)
...	...	...
CH34	0-255	R 12 (0-100%)
CH35	0-255	G 12 (0-100%)
CH36	0-255	B 12 (0-100%)
CH37	0-9	No Function	Strobe
	10-255	From Slow to fast
CH38	0-3	CH1-CH37 controls overall color	RGB Effect Channel
	4-7	Pattern 1 (CH2-CH3 can control pattern color)
	8-11	Pattern 2 (CH2-CH3 can control pattern color)
	...	...
	148-151	Pattern 37 (CH1-CH4 can control pattern color)
	152-155	Pattern 38 (built-in effect color)
	156-159	Pattern 39 (built-in effect color)
	...	...
	224-227	Pattern 56 (built-in effect color)
	228-231	Self-walking effect (loop running pattern effect 1-56)
	232-235	Voice Mode 1
	236-255	Voice Mode 2
CH39	0-255	RGB Program Speed (From Slow to fast) Effect Speed
CH40	0-255	RGB Background color selection (see the final background color table for details)

RGB Background Color Table

Value Range	Color
0-6	R:000 G:000 B:000
7-13	R: 51 G:000 B:000
14-20	R:102 G:000 B:000
21-27	R:153 G:000 B:000
28-34	R:204 G:000 B:000
35-43	R:255 G:000 B:000
42-48	R:000 G: 51 B:000
49-55	R:000 G:102 B:000
56-62	R:000 G:153 B:000
63-69	R:000 G:204 B:000
70-76	R:000 G:255 B:000
77-83	R:000 G:000 B: 51
84-90	R:000 G:000 B:102
91-97	R:000 G:000 B:153
98-104	R:000 G:000 B:204
105-111	R:000 G:000 B:255
112-118	R: 51 G: 51 B:000
119-125	R:102 G:102 B:000
126-132	R:153 G:153 B:000
133-139	R:204 G:204 B:000
140-146	R:255 G:255 B:000
147-153	R: 51 G:000 B: 51
154-160	R:102 G:000 B:102
161-167	R:153 G:000 B:153
168-174	R:204 G:000 B:204
175-181	R255 G:000 B:255
182-188	R:000 G: 51 B: 51
189-195	R:000 G:102 B:102
196-202	R:000 G:153 B:153
203-209	R:000 G:204 B:204
210-216	R:000 G:255 B:255
217-223	R: 51 G: 51 B: 51
224-230	R:102 G:102 B:102
231-237	R:153 G:153 B:153
238-244	R:204 G:204 B:204
245-255	R:255 G:255 B:255

Specifications

Attribute	Value
Power supply	110-240Vac, 50/60Hz
Power consumption	60W
LED type	144Pcs SMD 5050 3IN1 RGB LEDs
Beam angle	90°
Modes	Auto, Show, Sound, Master/Slave, DMX
DMX channels	3, 5, 8, 36 or 40CH
Connections	Power in/out (twist and lock), DMX in/out (3pin XLR)
Dimensions	60 x 80 x 1010mm
Weight	1.54kg

Troubleshooting

Issue	Solution
No power (mains)	Check mains voltage is correct and outlet is switched on. Check mains lead and fuse (if fuse continually blows, refer to your dealer). Check control panel mode settings.
No light output	Check DMX settings from controller (dimmer levels, blackout etc.). Check that unit is in DMX mode and ensure the 'A' on the DMX address flashes to confirm it's receiving a DMX signal. Check DMX controller is not set to black out. Check DMX controller is on correct fixture/page. Check master dimmer value. Check correct DMX address is set. Check DMX connection and leads.
Unresponsive to DMX	Check DMX connection and leads.
Overheating/ cutting out	Ensure adequate ventilation and unit is not too close to a heat source.

End of Life Disposal and Copyright

[♻️ Recycling Symbol] This product is classed as Electrical or Electronic equipment and should not be disposed with other household or commercial waste at the end of its useful life. The goods must be disposed of according to your local council guidelines.

Errors and omissions excepted.

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