4BAR User Manual
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1. Footswitch Connection Tilt Angle Tripod Insertion Point Adjustment Knob Front View Dimensions 48 in 1 1219 mm 4BAR Tri User Manual Rev 4 Page 5 of 15 3 SETUP AC Power The 4BAR Tri has an auto ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range of 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz To determine the products power requirements circuit breaker power outlet and wiring use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product s back panel or refer to the products specifications chart The listed current rating indicates the product s average current draw under normal conditions Always connect the product to a protected circuit circuit breaker or fuse Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire D Never connect the product to a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat dimmer channel serves only as a 0 100 switch Fuse Replacement N Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse Disconnect the product from power Wedge the tip of a flat head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder Pry the fuse holder out of the housing Remove the blown fuse from the holder Replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power Installed fuse held by plastic clip Safety I Spare fuse holder 6 inside safety ca2. Iri NN m 0 0 Value Innovation Performance Green Thinking TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Before VoU adasa ete cee a eel 3 SA NNNM nn a En En ME TEN ORO AAT 3 WIAD ACKING INSTUCHONS GA AN A 9 3 aa TU EU mH DEREN aa aa A 3 Text 3 akata ak abah ak aa ble alae D CMM ni 3 PIS LAV OM aana ag es eos one BEA E ANE A BAE DENE DA EE A SEN 3 PON ire hers ERN 4 4 VAM 0 aaa a ah aja aga a ajaa Ga el eee 5 BATUR m EE 5 DIMENSION aaa aab al aaa al aa aab aa a 5 ELM ER 6 PGP OWE date aaa aa a Ba a ES KAB DAAR AK NE AN aaa 6 USSR SD ACSI ERREUR 6 FOV LANGKA E cla ape SA a a ay a a san aaa a ceo naga gak ana 7 MORUD RES 6 ear RR CR R
3. 4 The will only respond to low freguencies of music bass and drums Automatic Mode enable the Automatic mode follow the instructions below 1 Press MENU repeatedly until AUTO shows on the display 2 Press ENTER 3 Use UP or DOWN to adjust the auto program speed S 1 100 4 Press ENTER Master Slave The Master Slave mode allows a single 4BAR Tri unit the master to control the Mode actions of one or more 4BAR Tri units the slaves without the need of a DMX controller The master unit will be set to operate in either Automatic or Sound Active mode while the slave units will be set to operate in Slave Mode Once set and connected the slave units will operate in unison with the master unit To configure the products follow these steps Slave units 1 Press MENU repeatedly until 512 shows on the display Use UP or DOWN to set the DMX address to 001 9001 Press ENTER Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master unit Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave units to the DMX output of the previous slave unit giras 6 Finish setting and connecting all the slave units Master unit 7 the master unit to operate in either Automatic or Sound Active mode 8 Make the master unit the first unit in the DMX daisy chain e Configure all the slave units before connecting the master unit to the DMX daisy chain e
4. Automatic 12 250 255 Sound active immer 000 000 lt gt 009 No function 010 lt gt 255 Dimmer 1 100596 001 255 Strobe slow fast Redi 0009 256 Red 1 0 100 Green 0009 255 Green 0 1000 ROB Color Mixing Buet 000255 Bue 1 0 100 Red2 0255 2 0 100 Green2 1000 255 Green 20 10 ROP Mixing 000c255 Blue 2 0 100 Red3 000 255 Red3 0 100 Green3 0006255 Green3 0 100 6 Rora 00 o00 255 Bue 3 07 10 000 255 Red 4 0 100 Green4 000 255 Green4 0 100 Blue 4 000 gt 255 Blue 4 0 100 Control Operating Mode 4BARTM Tri User Manual Rev 4 Standalone Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller Configuration 1 Connect the product to a suitable power outlet 2 Turn product on Automatic Master Slave to a DMX daisy chain connected to a DMX controller Products in standalone mode may transmit DMX signals that could interfere with i Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode Sound Active the DMX signals from the controller Sound Active To enable the Sound Active mode do the following Mode 1 Press MENU repeatedly until SNd shows on the display 2 Press ENTER Turn music on and adjust the microphone sensitivity until the product begins to react to the sound of the music 4 Press ENTER
5. Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master Slave operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master unit e Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master unit The 4BAR Tri is linkable with the 4BAR 4BAR Tri User Manual Rev 4 Page 11 of 15 Footswitch The included footswitch provides quick access to preset colors color change programs Operation and sound activation through the 4BAR Tri microphone To use the footswitch 1 Power the product on 2 Connect the footswitch to the 4BAR Tri with the 4 pin connection cable with plug 3 Press pedal 1 Preset to activate control When working all the LEDs will light white which is the first function of pedal 1 4 Use the chart below to activate the desired function To disconnect the footswitch 1 Unplug the footswitch from the 4BAR Tri 2 Unplug the power cable from the 4BAR Tri 3 Power the 4BAR Tri again to operate without the footswitch Pedal Sub option Function 1 x press White 2 X press Red X press Green 4 x press Blue 5 x press Yellow Preset 6 x press Magenta 7 X press Cyan 8 X press Color change every second in a continuous loop 9 x press Color change every 3 seconds in a continuous loop lt Sound activated Sound Immediately turns off all the LEDs The 4BAR Tri footswitch will work properly in any mode No s
6. Tripod e Warranty Card e Quick Reference Guide Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition If the box or the contents the product and included accessories appear damaged from shipping or show signs of mishandling notify the carrier immediately not CHAUVET Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim In addition keep the box and contents for inspection For other issues such as missing components or parts damage not related to shipping or concealed damage file a claim with CHAUVET within 7 days of delivery Convention Meaning 1 512 A range of values 50 60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen Settings A menu option not to be modified Menu gt Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed ENTER A key to be pressed on the product s control panel ON A value to be entered or selected Symbol Meaning Critical installation configuration or operation information Not following these instructions may make the product not work cause damage to the product or cause harm to the operator Important installation or configuration information The product may not function correctly if this information is not used Useful information gt The information and specifications contained in this User Manual subject to change without notice CHAUVET assumes no responsibili
7. within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product The product is for indoor use only IP20 To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose the product to rain or moisture e Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation at least 20 in 50 cm from adjacent surfaces sure that no ventilation slots on the product s housing are blocked e Never connect the product to a dimmer i sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating e Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part Always carry by the bar or carrying case maximum ambient temperature is 104 40 C Do not operate the product at higher temperatures e Inthe event of a serious operating problem stop using the product immediately e Never try to repair the product Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction Contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center e This product is not intended for permanent installation e Keep this User Manual for future use If you sell the product to another user be sure to give this document to the next owner Page 4 of 15 4BAR Tri User Manual Rev 4 2 INTRODUCTION Overview DMX In Out Sound Sensitivity LED Display Power In Out Adjustment Knob D In D Out O Fuse Holder Microphone Back Panel View Clamp Hanging Bolts Pan Angle Adjustment EE Knobs 4
8. 01 100 create custom colors DMX the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller Configuration 1 Connect the product to a suitable power outlet Turn the product on 3 a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input socket on the product Starting Address When selecting a starting DMX address always consider the number of DMX channels the selected DMX mode uses If you choose a starting address that is too high you could restrict the access to some of the product s channels The 4BAR Tri uses up to 15 DMX channels in single DMX mode which defines the highest configurable address to 498 If you are unfamiliar with DMX download the DMX Primer from www chauvetlighting com To select the starting address do the following 1 Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until 512 shows on the display 2 Press ENTER 3 Use UP or DOWN to choose a DMX address from d001 d512 4 Press ENTER 4BAR Tri User Manual Rev 4 Page 9 of 15 DMX Channel Modes Assignments and Values Page 10 of 15 15 CH Channel Function Value Setting 000 009 RGB color mixing mode 010 lt 029 Automatic 1 030 049 Automatic 2 050 069 Automatic 070 089 Automatic 4 090 lt gt 109 Automatic 5 110 lt gt 129 Automatic 6 130 149 Automatic 7 150 lt gt 169 Automatic 8 170 189 Automatic 9 190 gt 209 Automatic 10 210 229 Automatic 11 230 249
9. IFICATIONS Dimensions and Length Width Height Weight 48 in 1 129 mm 2 2 in 55 mm 11 2 in 285 mm Stand Height Adjustable 59 91 in Note Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit Power Power Supply Type Range Switching internal 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Parameter 120 V 60 Hz Consumption 113 W Power IJO U S Worldwide Input Output Connectors IEC Edison Power Cord plug Edison U S Light Source Type Power LED 10 mm 3W Color Quantity Red 28 Green 28 Blue 28 Photo Optic Parameter Value per light Illuminance 2 m 1 869 lux Beam angle 22 Field angle 42 Thermal Maximum External Temp Cooling System 104 40 C Convection DMX Connectors Connector Type 3 pin XLR Sockets Ordering Product Name Item Code 4BAR Tri 03030048 Page 14 of 15 Weight 31 Ibs 14 1 kg Voltage Selection Auto ranging 230 V 50 Hz 118 W 0 5 A Lifespan 50 000 hours Current 350 mA 350 mA 350 mA Channel Range 15 UPC Number 781462206413 ROHS 4BAR Tri User Manual Rev 4 To return a product request support e Inthe U S contact CHAUVET World Headquarters see below e Inthe UK or Ireland contact CHAUVET Europe Ltd see below e In any other country DO NOT contact CHAUVET Contact your distributor See www chauvetlighting com for distributors outside the U S United Kingdom or Ireland their instructions on how to return CHAUVET products to them Visit our
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11. e Voice 954 577 4455 Pinxton Nottingham UK Fax 954 929 5560 NG16 6NT Toll free 800 762 1084 Voice 44 0 1773 511115 Fax 44 0 1773 511110 Technical Support Technical Support Voice 954 577 4455 Press 4 Email uktech chauvetlighting com Fax 954 756 8015 Email tech chauvetlighting com World Wide Web World Wide Web www chauvetlighting com www chauvetlighting co uk 4BAR Tri User Manual Rev 4 Page 15 of 15
12. ettings needs to be modified before using the footswitch Page 12 of 15 4BAR Tri User Manual Rev 4 5 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Product Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating This can lead to reduction of the light source s and mechanical wear To maintain optimum Maintenance performance and minimize wear clean the product at least twice a month However usage and environmental conditions contribute to increased cleaning frequency To clean the product follow the instructions below e Unplug the product from power e Wait until the product is cold Use a vacuum or dry compressed air and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external surface e Clean all external optics and transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution ammonia free glass cleaner or isopropyl alcohol e Apply the solution directly to a soft lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue e Softly wipe any dirt or grime to the outside edges of the external optics or transparent surface Gently polish the external optics and transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint When cleaning units with one or more movable mirrors you should keep the contact with the mirror s surface to a minimum to avoid scratching or damaging it D Always dry the external optics and transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them 4BAR Tri User Manual Rev 4 Page 13 of 15 6 TECHNICAL SPEC
13. hen rigging the product onto a truss you should use mounting clamps of appropriate weight capacity e The adjustment knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming the product to the desired angle Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually Using tools could damage the knobs e When mounting to the tripod be sure the stand is tightened properly and leveled Clamp Hanging Bolts Mounting Diagram Tripod Insertion Point Page 8 of 15 4BAR Tri User Manual Rev 4 4 OPERATION Control Panel access the control panel functions use the four buttons located underneath the display Operation Button Function MENU Selects an operation mode or to backs out of the current menu option UP Scrolls up the list of options or selects a higher value DOWN Scrolls down the list of options or selects a lower value ENTER Activates a menu option or a selected value Menu M ap Mode Programming Steps Description Selects DMX operating mode and sets ONIA Mode the starting address Sound Active The internal program runs to the beat of the music Selects one of the preset colors red C 1 7 green blue cyan magenta yellow white LES Selects one of the built in programs Preset Colors Automatic Programs Speed S001 S100 Adjusts the speed of the automatic programs fast slow RGB Col KANA d blue levels t 3 Color U G 01 100 just the red green and blue levels to Mixing b
14. p _ E A spare fuse is not included however the safety cap has room for a spare Sr de D xo Page 6 of 15 4BAR Tri User Manual Rev 4 Power Linking The product provides power linking the IEC outlet located in the back panel st Power Linking 1 Product Diagram 719 Product Additional Products You can power link up to 8 4BAR Tri products on 120 VAC or up to 16 4BAR Tri products on 230 VAC The power linking diagram shown above corresponds to the North American version of the product ONLY If using the product in other markets you must consult with the local CHAUVET distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may differ in your country or region 4BAR Tri User Manual Rev 4 Page 7 of 15 Mounting Before mounting the product read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes Orientation The 4BAR Tri may be mounted in any position however make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product Rigging Before deciding on a location always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting the product can support the product s weight see the Technical Specifications e When mounting the product overhead always use a safety cable Mount the product securely to a rigging point such as an elevated platform or a truss e W
15. ty or liability for any errors or omissions and reserves the right to revise or recreate this manual at any time Download the latest version from www chauvetlighting com Copyright 2012 CHAUVET All rights reserved Electronically published by CHAUVET in the United States of America Author Date S Diaz 10 2 12 4BAR Tri User Manual Rev 4 Page of 15 Auto Programs 4 Auto ranging Power v Replaceable Fuse 7 Product at Use Dimmer Glance Outdoor Use Sound Activated DMX Master Slave User Serviceable Duty Cycle Q Safety Notes These notes include important information about mounting usage and maintenance read before using the product e Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution e Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing the fuse e Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on e sure power cord is not crimped damaged e Never disconnect the product from power by pulling or tugging on the cord If mounting the product overhead always secure to fastening device using safety cable e sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating Do not touch the product s housing when operating because it may be very hot e Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the product is
16. website E Outside the U S United Kingdom or Ireland contact your distributor and follow for contact details Returns the corresponding CHAUVETG Technical Support office and request a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number before shipping the product Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return You must send the merchandise prepaid in its original box and with its original packing and accessories CHAUVET will not issue call tags Clearly label the package with the RMA number CHAUVET will refuse any product returned without an RMA number Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box Before sending the product clearly write the following information on a piece of paper and place it inside the box Your name e Your address e Your phone number he RMA number e brief description of the problem Be sure to pack the product properly Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging will be your responsibility FedEx packing or double boxing are recommended CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned product s Contact Us World Headquarters United Kingdom amp Ireland CHAUVET CHAUVET Europe Ltd General Information General Information Address 5200 NW 108th Avenue Address Unit 1C Sunrise FL 33351 Brookhill Road Industrial Estat
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