Brightline 1.4D/X User manual

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1.4D/X
1.4D/XE
Operating Instructions
(supplements 1.4N/1.4D operating instructions)
580 Mayer Street, Building #7, Bridgeville, PA15017 • phone [phone] • fax [phone] www.brightlines.com
© 2001 brightline, L.P.

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• The brightline 1.4D/X and 1.4D/XE is a 4-lamp, 55-watt, DMX512 controlled, energy-efficient light
fixture. This fixture combines digital electronics with a state-of-the-art optical system to
produce a soft, full-spectrum, flicker-free light source.
• Referto1.4N/1.4Doperatinginstructionsmanual
for general use of the 1.4 light fixture, document
number019-100.
• Never carry energized fixture with your hands
close to the sockets or work with your hands near
an exposed socket that is energized.
• Never remove or insert lamps into the fixture
while it is energized.
• Service on the unit should only be performed
by a qualified technician.
• In case of lamp failure:
1. Turn fixture “OFF”.
2. Wait 30 seconds for ballast to reset.
3. Install new lamp.
4. Turn fixture “ON”.
•Warning: Turn fixture “OFF” before connecting or
disconnectingfixture to DMX control cable or
damage to ballast may result.
• Do not service fixture until the appropriate service
manual has been read and the unit has been
completely de-energized.
• All fixtures are fuse protected.
• Topreventfireorshockhazard,donotexpose
the unit to water or moisture.
• Donotoperatefixturewithoutlampinstalled.
Operating the fixture without the lamp installed
may result in damage to the ballast
Safety
Product Description
Back
Front
Model No.________________________
Serial No.________________________
Date of Purchase__________________
• The serial number of this product can be found on the side of the main housing. You should note
the model number and the serial number in the space provided and retain this book for future
reference as a permanent record of your purchase.
Owner’s Record

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Exploded Assembly
A - Yoke N - Reflector Bracket
B - Cork Washer O - Accessory Latch
C - NylonWasher P - Socket Bracket
D - YokePalmHandle Q - Wire Guard Bracket
E - Receptacle R - Socket
F - PowerInlet Module with Fuse S - Reflector
G - Rocker Switch T - Lamp Clip
H - Male5Pin XLR Receptacle U - 6-32 Nut
I - Female 5Pin XLRReceptacle V - Nylon Spacer
J - BallastHousing W - 4-40 x .25 Lg. Screw
K - Ballast X - 6-32 x .25 Lg. Screw
L - Signal Convertor Y - 6-32 Tinnerman Nut
M - MainHousing Z - 6-32 x .25 Black Oxide Screw
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P
Y
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M
Q
Z
L
W
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Table 1
DMX Cable Layout
1 =GN D
2= DATA -
3= DATA +
1= GND
2= DATA -
3= DATA +
RUN UP
DOWNDMX
DMX LED OFF = NO SIGNAL
DMX LED ON = UNUSABLE SIGNAL
DMX LED FLASH =OK
I = 2 LAMPS
0 =OF F
II= 4 LAMPS
120 VAC
60H Z. 10 A MAX.
DMXLED OFF= NO SIGNAL
DMX LED ON = UNUSABLE SIGNAL
DMXLED FLASH= OK
DOWN
DMX
RUN
1 =GN D
2= DATA -
3= DATA +
1 = GND
2 =D ATA-
3 = DATA +
10 A MAX.
120VAC
60 HZ.
I = 2 LAMPS
0= OFF
II= 4 LAMPS
UP
START CHANNEL
DMXLED OFF = NO SIGNAL
DMXLED ON = UNUSABLESIGNAL
DMXLED FLASH = OK
1= GND
2= DATA -
3= DATA +
1= GND
2 = DATA -
3 = DATA +
RUN
DMX
UP
ON/OFF
I =2 LAMPS
0= OFF
II= 4 LAMPS
AC IN
120 VAC
60H Z.
AC THRU
10A MAX.
DOWN
ON/OFF
START CHANNEL AC THRU
AC IN
START CHANNEL ON/OFF AC IN AC THRU
R R
R
MTXCable
ToNextFixture
DMX
IN
DMX
THRU
DMX
IN
DMX
THRU DMX
IN
DMX
THRU
LightingControl
Console
XLRPinNum- DMX Wire
1
2
3
Common
DMX -
DMX +
4
5NotUsed
NotUsed
DMX Networking Guidelines
If you are connecting more than one DMX fixture, you must understand how to configure a DMX network. If you
follow the guidelines below, it should reduce the possibility of networking errors.
1. Fixtures and other devices in a DMX network need to be configured in a daisy-chain fashion. The use of DMX "Y"
devices or "twofers" is not allowed.
2. You can use up to 32 brightline DMX fixtures on a single DMX data line. If there are more than 32 units, the use
of a DMX repeater amplifier or splitter amplifier is required. A repeater amplifier is an electronic device which
boosts the DMX signal. A splitter amplifier is an electronic device which boosts the DMX signal and provides
for multiple DMX outputs from a single DMX input (Using multiple DMX devices may cause signal degradation).
3. With most DMX devices, there is a "DMX Thru/DMXTerminate" switch that is set to "Terminate" for the last
device on the data line, and "Through" for all the others. brightline DMX fixtures are self-terminating, and this
switch is not provided.
4. brightline fixtures, as with the majority of DMX devices, use 5 pin XLR-type plugs wired according to (Table 1).
Pins 4 & 5 are not used; and on brightline fixtures, are not connected. Pin 1 (Shield) should be connected to
Earth Ground only at the Control Console.
5. Only cables intended for DMX operation should be used. Avoid DMX runs parallel to power cables, particularly
those from dimmer racks.
Note: These guidelines will help the user configure most DMX networks. For more information, contact the
manufacturer of the control console, or a DMX manual. A useful DMX guide is "Recommended Practice for
DMX-512" by Adam Bennette, co-published by PLASA in the United Kingdom and USITT in North America.

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Disconnecting Cables
1. Turn Power “OFF” on all devices.
Note: If the fixture power is not turned “OFF” before
connecting or disconnecting the DMX cable to the
fixture, damage to the ballast may result.
2. Insert the male plug end (Figure 1) into the appropriate
female receptacle on the lighting control console.
3. Lineup the locking key on female plug end (Figure 2)
with the male receptacle on the first fixture labeled
“DMX IN”. Insert the plug into the receptacle until
locked into place.
4. To add additional fixtures lineup the locking key on the
male plug end of the jumper cable (Figure 1) with the
female receptacle labeled “DMX THRU” on the first
fixture. Insert the plug into the receptacle until locked
into place.
5. Route the jumpercabletothenextfixture.
6. Lineup the locking key on the female plug end of the
jumper cable (Figure 2) with the male receptacle
labeled “DMX IN” on the next fixture. Insert the plug
into the receptacle until locked into place.
7. Repeat steps 4-6 for remaining fixtures.
8. Turn Power “ON” on all devices.
Intalling DMX Control Cables
Figure 5 Figure 6
3. To disconnect the male end of cable, press in the
release button on the female receptacle (Figure 5) and
pull the plug out of the receptacle (Figure 6). Pressure
should be applied to the plug, not the cables.
Figure 1 Figure 2
Locking Key
1. Turn Power “OFF” on all devices.
2. To disconnect the female end of cable, press down the
release button on the plug (Figure 3) and pull the plug
out of the receptacle (Figure 4). Pressure should be
applied to the plug, not the cables.
Figure 3 Figure 4

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Reading the LED Display
DMX Signal Indicator DMX Signal Status
DMX LED Off No Signal
DMX LED On Unuseable Signal
DMX LED Flashing Signal OK
Note:Fixturesaresuppliedwithonboardmemorycapabilitiesthatretainthefixture’slastsetting.
1. The channel indicator is used to determine the setting of the fixture in the following modes:
a.) Emergency On Mode: Fixture is manually operating at 100% b.) Manual Dimming Mode: Fixture is
manually dimmed at LED display without the use of a lighting control console. c.) Console Dimming Mode:
Fixture is set to a DMX address for dimming by the use of a lighting control console. Use (Table 2) to evaluate
the readout of the channel indicator on the LED display (Figure 7).
2. The DMX signal indicator is used to determine if the fixture is receiving a DMX signal while using the Console
Dimming Mode. The lighting control console and all necessary DMX cabling must be installed. Use (Table 3) to
evaluate the readout of the DMX signal indicator on LED display (Figure 7).
3. The fixture status indicator is used to determine if the changes being made to the settings at the LED display
are completely processed. Use (Table 4) to evaluate the readout of the fixture status indicator on LED display
(Figure 7). Any changes made to the settings will require a few seconds to be processed.
Table 2
Table 3
Table 4
Figure 7
FixtureStatusIndicator
DMX Signal Indicator
ChannelIndicator
Adjustment
Buttons

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Setting the DMX Address
1. Program DMX addresses by gently pressing in the adjustment buttons with
a pointed object such as a pen (Figure 8).
2. Use channels 001 thru 512 to program the DMX addresses for the lighting
control console. Program the DMX address on the fixture to match the
desired channel at the lighting control console.
(Example: 001 = channel 1, 002 = channel 2, etc.)
3. A fixture can be programmed for individual control by setting the DMX
address exclusively to a single fixture. Multiple fixtures can be set to the
same DMX address to control a group of fixtures on a single channel at
the lighting control console.
Figure 8
DMX Trouble Shooting Guide
Problem Possible Cause Solution
No DMX signal on all
fixtures in DMX system.
1. Lighting control console power is
turned "OFF".
2. Cabling or connection problem
between lighting control console and first
fixture in DMX system.
1. Turn lighting control console power "ON".
2. Check connections at first fixture and lighting
control console or try another DMX cable.
No DMX signal on a single
fixture or group of fixtures
in the DMX system.
Cabling or connection problem with
jumper cable.
Check connection of jumper cable between
fixture with no signal and previous fixture in DMX
system or try another DMX jumper cable.
Fixture is turned "ON" and
cannot be dimmed at
lighting control console.
1. Fixture is set to "Emergency ON"
mode or "Manual Dimming" mode.
2. Cabling or connection problem and
fixture is remembering last setting.
1. Set DMX address at fixture to match desired
channel at the lighting control console.
2. Check cabling and connections in DMX
system.
Unusable DMX signa.l
1. Cabling problem.
2. Start channel is set higher than number
of channels transmitted by lighting control
console.
1. Check the wiring in DMX cable plug ends.
The DMX + and DMX - wires may be crossed.
2. Set start channel lower to accomodate the
number of channels transmitted by the lighting
control console.

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Wiring Diagram - 1.4D/X 120V
Wiring Diagram - 1.4D/XE 230V
Note: Use 10 amp, time delay, 250 volts, 5 x 20mm fuses only.
Note: Use 10 amp, time delay, 250 volts, 5 x 20mm fuses only.

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Notes