Force V User Manual v2.0.05
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1. a er UAL gt BROTHER BROTHER amp SONS ApS 2005 software v FORCE V USER MANUAL INTRO Brother Brother amp Sons ApS The information in this manual is subject to change without notice Go to www brothers sons dk for the latest version Brother Brother amp Sons ApS assumes no responsibility for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual All information and graphics are the property of Brother Brother amp Sons Aps Customer and Warranty service Contact your regional dealer Contact information for your area can be found at www brothers sons dk RMA When returning an item please enclose a Model and Serial number b A description of the problem c The name of the owner of the equipment d If available please include a copy of your invoice to establish the date of sale and the beginning of the warranty period Disposing of this product Help preserve the environment Ensure that this product is recycled at the end of its life This product is in compliance with the RoHS and WEEE directives In compliance with EMC standards EN 55103 1 amp EN 55103 2 EN 55022 EN 55103 1 Annex EN 55022 EN 61000 3 EN 61000 3 3 EN 55103 1 EN 61000 4 2 EN 61000 4 3 EN 61000 4 4 EN 61000 4 5 EN 61000 4 6 EN 55103 1 Annex EN 55103 1 Annex A EN 61000 4 11 Brother Brother amp Sons ApS The information in this manual is subject to change without notice Go to www bro2. Turn the Force V clockwise until the lock tabs snaps into place Tighten the Tubus Rotation Lock knob by turning it clockwise The designer argues that all need to say is Loosen the Tubus rotation lock if it is locked then press the tubus and the Force V together aligned and turn till the lock snaps He has got a point but found this to be the easiest way to connect them and as am the one writing this DISMOUNTING THE TUBUS FROM THE FORCE V J Place the fixture on flat surface Loosen the Tubus Rotation Lock knob by turning counterclockwise Retract the Tubus Lock Tabs and turn the Force V approx 15 degrees counterclockwise Lift the Force V off WWiW BROTHERS SONS DK software v 2 05 USER MANUAL FORCE V ROTATING THE TUBUS Loosen Tubus Lock and turn the tubus into the desired position and lock it again WWiW BROTHERS SONS DK software v 2 0 05 FORCE V USER MANUAL AC Power This fixture must be connected to ground Electrical Power 100 240 V nominal 50 60 Hz Powersupply Electronic switchmode Max power consumption 137 w DMX Data link This product uses a 5 XLR for dmx input and output Use shielded data cables Do not overload the daisy chain Up to a maximum of 32 devices can be used on a single dmx
3. WARNING It is important to read ALL safety and installation instructions to avoid any damage to the product and potential injury to yourself and others This product is for professional use only and has been designed for indoor use Exposure to moisture may cause damage to the product and will void your warranty This fixture is designed for use with a specific LED only Use of any other type LED may be hazardous and may void warranty Do not operate the product if the ambient temperature exceeds 40 C 104 F Provide a minimum clearance of 0 1m 4 in around fans and air vents Do not mount on flammable surface Ensure that the fixture is electrically connected to ground earth Only use this product if all cables connectors and the product itself are undamaged Damage caused by inadequate cleaning or maintenance is not covered by the product war ranty This is a product using High power LEDs Do not stare directly into the LED at extended periods of time at a short distance without suitable protective eyewear Do not look directly at the LED with optical instruments that concentrate the light output No matter the light source blue light depending on the wavelength can be harmful to your eyes SERVICE Servicing is to be performed only by qualified personnel Take precautions to avoid ESD damage during service Disconnect the power before servicing the product MAINTENANCE This product requires very little routine maintenan
4. chain DMX Channels 1 at 8bit Dimmer 3 at Bbit Dimmer w strobe 2 at 16bit Dimmer 4 at 16bit Dimmer w strobe Protocol USITT DMX512 A SOFTWARE UPDATE Software can be updated via DMX512 with UPLOADER from Brother Brother amp Sons ApS and the latest software version can be found on www brothers sons dk WWiW BROTHERS SONS DK software v 2 05 FORCE __sottwore vers 1_3 00 USER MANUAL Linear curve on Indicator Strobe on Indicator Response fast indicator 8 bit Indicator DMX present indicator 0000 ENTER UP DOWN MENU Open menu Go back ENTER Select Confirm UP Scrolling UP Increase value DOWN Scrolling DOWN Decrease value DMX Channels Mode Channel Parameter Value Percent Function 8 Bit 4 Dimmer 255 100 Coarse dimming 8 Bit 4 Dimmer 255 100 Coarse Dimming w Strobe 2 Strobe 0 5 0 mode 6 125 1 49 Slow to Fast Strobe 126 130 50 Open 131 250 51 99 Slow to Fast Random 251 255 100 Strobe 0 0 100 Short to Long Flash length 16 Bit 4 Dimmer 255 0 100 Coarse dimming 2 Dimmer 255 100 Fine dimming 16 Bit 4 Dimmer 255 0 100 Coarse dimming w Strobe 2 Dimmer 255 100 Fine dimming 3 Strobe 0 5 0 mode 6 125 1 49 Slow to Fast Strobe 126 130 50 Open 131 250 51 99 Slow to Fast Random 201 255 100 Open 4 Strobe 0 0 100 Short to Long Flash length Note Beware when using Strobe Lenght that if the
5. Strobe Lenght is egual to or longer than the flash and interval between flashes the unit will not strobe If maximum strobe length is used the fastest strobe possible will be aprox 17 7 WWIiW BROTHERS SONS DK 9 software v 2 0 05 FORCE V SOFTWARE MENU USER MANUAL Software vers 2 0 05 Default values indicated by bold font Addr 1 Mode Resolution Response Curve Strobe Fan noDMX Display Tools Ver HW Ver L Temp DMX In Reset test Fan test display Log Manual DMX adress value 1 512 8 bit resolution 16 bit resolution Slow fade between values Fast snap between values Square dimmer curve Linear dimmer curve OFF On adds 2 strobe channels HIGH No fan speed limit LOW Fan speed limited Silent Action when loss of DMX signal HOLD last received DMX value OFF Sets output to zero MAN Go to Manual DMX value OFF 2n Display off after 2 minutes ON Display always on Shows software version Shows hardware version LED temperature 3 first digits shows DMX adress 3 last digits shows DMX value Confirm Reset unit by pressing enter Fan test First 2 digits set fan speed level O 31 Last 3 digits RPS rounds per second Display test cycles through all segments of the display Log C Minimum and maximum logged temperature in C UP and DOWN scrolls min and max on time PSU on time in hours on LED LED on time in hours on Cnt Counts number of times uni
6. ce if any but has special cleaning instructions Disconnect fixture from power and allow it to cool for 10 min Vacuum or gently blow away any dust from fan blades and grills Very gently clean the LED with Isopropyl alcohol Clean the lenses with a soft damp cloth POWER Never connect to dimmer power WWiW BROTHERS SONS DK software v 2 05 FORCE V USER MANUAL PRODUCT OVERVIEW DMX OUT DMXIN TUBUS LOCK TAB lb 7 T OPE D TUBUS LOCK TAB PowerCon PowerConOUT TUBUS ROTATION LOCK D O N G 285 88 350 18 239 50 WiWW BROTHERS SONS DK A software v 2 05 FORCE V USER MANUAL INSTALLATION A Do not operate the product if the ambient temperature excee
7. ds 40 104 F Provide a minimum clearance of 0 1m 4 in around fans and air vents This fixture must be connected to ground This fixture is for indoor use only Read the Safety and Specifications chapters first Applying power Never connect to dimmer power Make sure the local power voltage is within the range specified If so Connect a power cable and turn the power Standalone operation Using the navigation buttons and display readout refer to the Software Menu chapter navigate to Manual and set the desired intensity additional operations see Software Menu chapter DMX operation Connect a DMX cable Navigate to Adress mode Addr and set the desired adress Other settings can be done in the Mode menu refer to the Software chapter Connect to DMX controller refer to the DMX Protocol chapter Use it WWiW BROTHERS SONS DK software v 2 05 FORCE V USER MANUAL MOUNTING THE TUBUS ON THE FORCE V Place the Tubus flat surface Loosen the Tubus Rotation Lock knob by turning counterclockwise Lower the Force V on to the Tubus with the contours aligned dashed lines Press slightly down on the Force V while turning it counterclockwise until the Force V drops into place
8. nit will go to 0 light level MAN If DMX signal is lost the unit will go to the saved manual light level Display OFF 2n The display will switch off after 2 minutes of idle operation ON The display will always be on WWiW BROTHERS SONS DK software v 2 05 FORCE V USER MANUAL FAQ TROUBLESHOOTING At upstart the display keeps 1 Software upload has been interrupted changing between and 4551 Upload new software The luminaire does not respond to DMX 1 Check that the cable is properly connected to DMX IN 2 Check that the DMX present indicator is on 3 Check DMX IN in the menu to see if the luminaire receives any DMX data The luminaire is flashing 1 Check your strobe settings vs your patch Brother Brother amp Sons ApS The information in this manual is subject to change without notice Go to www brothers sons dk for the latest version WWW BROTHERS SONS DK software v 2 05 FORCE V USER MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS Physical Force V NOT attached to tubus Depth 350 18 mm 13 79 Width 239 50 mm 9 43 Height 416 32 mm 16 39 Weight 6 5 kg 14 38 Ibs Data DMX Channels 1 3 at 4 at 16bit Protocol USITT DMX512 A Electrical Never connect to dimmer power Power 100 240 V nominal 50 60 Hz Powersupply Electronic switchmode Max power consumption 137 W This fixture must be connected to ground Thermal Maximum ambient temperat
9. t has been switched on Serial Internal serial number used as service number PSU U PSU voltage in Volts DMX HZ DMX refresh rate DMX CH No of DMX ch transmitted by controller DMX br Break lenght of DMX in microseconds Manual intensity 100 Intensity saved when pressing ENTER Display is always on in manual mode WiWW BROTHERS SONS DK software v 2 05 FORCE V USER MANUAL Software vers 1 00 POWER UP After power ON the unit will be operational after 10 seconds During the power up the unit will do selftests including fan test SPECIAL FUNCTIONS Within the first 10 seconds PRESS HOLD ENTER till the display reads MAN 00 to reset stored manual value to zero MENU till the display reads RESET to reset all modes and adress settings to default DOWN till the menua reads INTRO to show the units Software Version DISPLAY ORIENTATION To flip orientation off display press UP and DOWN simultaneously MODE FEATURES EXPLAINED Default settings in bold Resolution bit Less DMX channels used 16 bit Smoother fades Response Slow Fades between values Smoother fades Fast Snaps between values Fast operation Curve Square Dimmer curve designed for LEDs Linear Standard dimmer curve Strobe OFF Less DMX channels used ON Strobe function added noDMx HOLD If DMX signal is lost the unit will maintain the last value received OFF If DMX signal is lost the u
10. thers sons dk for the latest version 4 WWiW BROTHERS SONS DK software v 2 05 FORCE V USER MANUAL CONTENTS Safety IMFOMMALION 2 Maintenant Ene Product OVERVIEW First Time Usage 1 5 MUBUS MOUNTING MUHUS POW GSR a ats DMX Software WI OC Ate an anais OMG EEEE T TT TETA aceadd dears veda O TETTE ESTEET Tro ble Shoting abe _ _ WiWW BROTHERS SONS DK software v 2 05 FORCE V USER MANUAL SAFETY Safety Notice It is important to read ALL safety information and instructions in this manual before install ing and operating the product described Safety symbol used in this manual A WARNING Potential injury or damage to persons or product A
11. ure t Amb 40 104 F Specifications subject to change without notice For the latest specifications www brothers sons dk see WWiW BROTHERS SONS DK 4 software v 2 05 FORCE V USER MANUAL CHANGES SW Changes Optimized software delay on keys to prevent double clicking New Functions Added a serial number as a service number Not the actual fixture serial number Added warning if supply voltage is out of range for advanced troubleshooting Added menu Power On Count counts number of times fixture has been turned on Bugs Updated the timer Fixture On Cnt and LED On Cnt to increase counter stability Temperature warning when at minus temperatures changed to only show the temperature WWiW BROTHERS SONS DK 1 software v 2 05
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