
Item ref: 151.605UK
User Manual
Derby 9
LED Light Effect
Please read through this manual thoroughly before use, any damage caused by misuse of the product will not be covered by warranty.

Thank you for choosing the Derby 9, a classic multi-color derby effect with multiple beams twisting information. Nine different colored 3 Watt LEDs deliver vivid colored patterns, split through precision optics for wide area coverage.
Control via DMX512 or infra-red remote control for an auto program or sound activation offers versatile operation modes for mobile discos, stage shows may form part of a larger lighting installation.
In the box:
Your Derby 9 should arrive with you in a single carton in good condition. The carton should contain 1 x main unit with bracket, 1x remote control, 1 x UK IEC mains lead, and 1 x manual.
Warning:
To prevent the 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.
Please do not open the cover, contains high voltage. This product is not serviceable or repairable by the end-user.
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151.605UK User Manual
Placement:
- Use the included mounting bracket to fix to a stand or lighting truss
- Use secondary safety fixings if mounting overhead
- Keep away from damp or dusty environments
- Ensure adequate air-flow around the fixture housings
Ensure adequate access to controls and connections
Cleaning:
- Use a soft cloth with a neutral detergent to clean the casing as required
- Use a vacuum cleaner to clear ventilation grilles of any dust or debris build-ups
- Do not use strong solvents for cleaning the unit

Rear panel controls:
- LCD display
- Manual control buttons
- Microphone
- DMX input
- DMX output
- IEC mains socket
Press the “MENU” button to enter the settings menu.
Press the “UP” and “DOWN” buttons to navigate through various setting functions.
Press the “ENTER” button to save the desired setting.
Mode | Function | Motor Speed | Control Effects |
| A1 | Auto | 1 to 9 | Red + blue + warm white – ON/motor speed from slow to fast |
| A2 | Amber + cool white + yellow – ON/motor speed from slow to fast | ||
| A3 | Green + purple + UV – ON/motor speed from slow to fast | ||
| A4 | 9 Colour jump change/motor speed from slow to fast | ||
| A5 | 3 Colour jump change/motor speed from slow to fast | ||
| A6 | Gradual change 1/motor speed from slow to fast/with no strobe effects | ||
| A7 | Gradual change 2/motor speed from slow to fast/inc. strobe effects | ||
| S1 | Sound | 0 to 20 | Sound mode/colour change/including strobe effects/light on/blackout |
| S2 | Sound mode/color change/motor speed from fast to slow | ||
| SA | 1 to 10 | Sound mode | |
| S3 | 1 to 20 | Sound mode | |
| FL | 1 to 9 | Strobe mode | |
| SALE | — | Slave mode | |
| A001 | 001 to 512 | DMX control | |
Remote control:
The Derby 9 is supplied with an I.R. remote control for quick access to most of the basic functions of the unit. This must be aimed at the front of the unit where there is a remote receiver and has a maximum range of approximately 4m.
Controls are listed on the layout drawing below.
- Main unit on/off
- The motor on/off
- Sound show mode 1
- Strobe on/off
- Red/blue/warm white color group
- 9 Colour jump change
- Gradual change 2
- DMX on/off
- Sound show mode 2
- Sound show mode 3
- Orange/white/yellow color group
- Green/purple/UV color group
- 3 Colour jump change
- Gradual change 1
- +/- Increase/decrease speed
DMX mode:
The Derby 9 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 by using the “UP” and “DOWN” buttons and “ENTER” to confirm.
This unit has 7 DMX channels as indicated in the table below:
Channel | Function | DMX | Description |
| CH1 | Master dimmer | 0-7 | Blackout |
| 8-255 | 0-100% linear dimmer | ||
| CH2 | Red/blue/warm | 0-7 | Blackout |
| white group | 8-255 | 0-100% linear dimmer | |
| CH3 | Amber/yellow | 0-7 | Blackout |
| Cool white group | 8-255 | 0-100% linear dimmer | |
| CH4 | Green/purple | 0-7 | Blackout |
| UV group | 8-255 | 0-100% linear dimmer | |
| CH5 | Strobe | 0-10 | No strobe |
| 11-255 | Strobe (6 different speeds) | ||
| CH6 | Motor | 0-5 | Motor stop |
| 6-127 | Static position | ||
| 128-255 | Oscillation (9 different speeds) | ||
| CH7 | Choose program | 0-9 | Manual channels 1-6 are available |
| 10-39 | A1 – red/blue/warm white – ON/motor speed from slow to fast | ||
| 40-69 | A2 – amber/cool white/yellow – ON/motor speed from slow to fast | ||
| CH7 | Choose program | 70-99 | A3 – green/purple/UV – ON/motor speed from slow to fast |
| 100-129 | A4 – 9 color jump change/motor speed from slow to fast | ||
| 130-159 | A5 – 3 color jump change/motor speed from slow to fast | ||
| 160-189 | Gradual change 1/motor speed from slow to fast/with no strobe effects | ||
| 190-219 | Gradual change 2/motor speed from slow to fast/including strobe effects | ||
| 220-249 | S1 – sound mode 1 | ||
| 250-255 | S2 – sound mode 2 |
Specifications:
| Power supply | 110-240Vac, 50/60Hz (IEC) |
| Power consumption | 30W |
| Fuse rating | F3AL |
| LED quantity | 9 x 3W |
| LED color | Red, green, blue, amber, yellow, purple, WW, CW, UV |
| DMX connection | 3-pin XLR in & out |
| DMX channels | 7 |
| Dimensions | 200 x 162 x 140mm |
| Weight | 1.1kg |
Troubleshooting:
| No power (mains) | Check mains voltage is correct and outlet is switched on |
| Check IEC lead and fuse (if fuse continually blows, refer to your dealer) | |
| No light output | Check control panel mode settings |
| Check DMX settings from the controller (dimmer levels, blackout, etc.) | |
| Unresponsive to DMX | Check that unit is in DMX mode and ensure DMX address remains lit to confirm receiving DMX signal |
| Check DMX controller is not set to blackout | |
| Check DMX controller is on correct fixture/page | |
| Check master dimmer value | |
| Check correct DMX address is set | |
| Check DMX connection and leads | |
| Overheating/ cutting out | Ensure adequate ventilation and unit is not too close to a heat source |
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This product is classed as Electrical or Electronic equipment and should not be disposed of 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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