DMG MAXI User manual
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USER MANUAL
What is the MAXI Switch?
•120cm*75cm - 4*2.5 Feet
•520 W
•12.5 KG - 26 lb
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STEP 1 :
STEP 2-a :
•Install the spigot on the MAXI YOKE with given wing knob.
•Install the MAXI YOKE on a stand (two spigot sizes available 16mm & 28mm).
•Make sure the handles are loose before installing the MAXI.
•Approach the MAXI Switch head light in folded position between the MAXI YOKE’s
arms.
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STEP 2-b : STEP 3 :
•Guide the MAXI Switch’s grooves onto the disks of the MAXI Yoke. •The MAXI Switch head light is now installed on the MAXI YOKE.
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STEP 4 :
•Lift up one of the two panels until both are parallel.
SAFETY WARNING: do not tilt the MAXI above 90° on the yoke when in
closed position. It will disengage the Maxi from its yoke.
>90°
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STEP 5 :
•Slide the safety catch into position on either side of the MAXI Switch.
• Plug the MAXI Switch head light to the MAXI CONTROLLER.
You are ready to light !
TIP :
•If needed, you can install the MAXI CONTROLLER at the back of the xture.
To do so, twist and lock it as easy as the marks suggest it.
Make sure the locking pin is in position.
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TRANSPORTING THE MAXI WITH THE YOKE:
•Insert MAXI YOKE’s ball pins on both sides to secure the MAXI Switch head
light in folded position if needed (bag, transport, ect.).
Ensure the handles are securely fastened.
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SPLITTING PROCEDURE :
•Present the MAXI head light folded on a soft and at surface. •Unscrew the nut with a 5mm allen key on both sides.
You will be able to remove it completely once the two panels are separated.
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SPLITTING PROCEDURE (Continued) :
•Once the nuts are loose, separate the panels.
You can screw back each nut on it’s axis in order not to loose them.
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Note :
1. Menu
• Go to the general menu
2. Back
• Step back in menu
• Lock/unlock MAXI Switch
when pressed for 2 secs
3. Switch
• Change between CCT and
intensity control
• Hold the Switch button for 2secs
to activate split mode and control
each panel separately
4. CCT
• Quickly change from 3200°k
to 5600°K
• Enter the preset menu to
store or recall values when
pressed for 2 secs
5. Dimmer button
• Press to change intensity or CCT
• Select ne or coarse dimming
when pressed
• Navigate through the menu and
push to validate
6. 24V outputs to light
7. Wi-Fi antenna
8. Wireless DMX antenna
9. Mounting plate for K1 and
K2 mount
10. ON/OFF selector
• Select witch mode to power
the light on
11. USB plug
• Upgrade the MAXI Switch’s
rmware
12. DMX IN
13. DMX OUT
14. LAN IN
15. 24VDC input
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MAXI-CT-SW
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1. Connect the Maxi Switch Controls (MAXI-CT-SW) to the MAXI power supply unit
(MAXI-PSU-SW) and connect the power supply to a 110VAC or 220VAC plug.
You can also input any 24VDC (min 20A) into the Maxi Switch Controls.
2. Connect the head light to its controller.
3. Turn on the MAXI Switch by selecting which power mode you want to use
(MAXI or SPLIT) with the selector.
Four modes are available :
•LOCAL MODE
•DMX MODE
•Wireless DMX MODE
•CUSTOM MODE
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LOCAL MODE :
Wireless DMX MODE :
DMX MODE:
Control the MAXI Switch remotely with the Wireless DMX
protocol
•Make sure the Wireless DMX antenna is intalled
•Press the dimmer button to enter the DMX address
of the MAXI Switch
•Validate by pressing go
Wireless DMX dot is red when no signal is received, green when the MAXI Switch
is connected to a Wireless DMX emitter.
To synchronize with a new emitter, go back to general menu and enter Wireless
DMX mode again.
Control the MAXI Switch locally with the dimmer button.
•Press the Switch button to change between CCT and
intensity control
•Press CCT button for a quick change between 3200°K
and 5600°K
•Press the dimmer button to select coarse or ne
intensity tuning
Control the MAXI Switch remotely with the cabled DMX
protocol.
CUSTOM MODE :
In custom mode the MAXI Switch acts as a translator
between different protocols. It still controls the head light
connected to it.
•Make sure the Wireless DMX antenna is intalled if
using Wireless DMX
•Make sure the Wi-Fi antenna is intalled if using Wi-Fi
•Press the dimmer button to select data input, data
output and DMX/Wireless DMX address
•Validate by pressing go
If Wi-Fi input is selected, the MAXI Switch creates a Wi-Fi network with the
following specications :
SSID: MAXI [serial number]
Password: dmglumiere
•Press the dimmer button to select the DMX address of the MAXI Switch
DMX dot is red when no signal is received, green when the MAXI Switch is
recieving DMX data.
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