Chauvet Professional F4IP User manual

User Manual

F4 IP User Manual Rev. 4
Edition Notes
The F4 IP User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation,
and maintenance instructions for the F4 IP as of the release date of this edition.
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Document Revision
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latest version.

F4 IP User Manual Rev. 4
Table of Contents
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ÍNDICE
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
INHOUDSOPGAVE
1. Before You Begin ....................................................................... 1
What Is Included ........................................................................................... 1
Claims ........................................................................................................... 1
LIMITED WARRANTY .................................................................................. 1
Manual Conventions ..................................................................................... 1
Symbols ........................................................................................................ 1
Safety Notes.................................................................................................. 2
FCC Compliance........................................................................................... 2
2. Introduction ................................................................................ 3
Product Description....................................................................................... 3
Features ............................................................................................................. 3
Scrambled Pulse-Width Modulation......................................................................... 3
Additional Products ............................................................................................ 3
Optional Accessories ......................................................................................... 3
Available Signal and Power Cables ................................................................... 3
Product Overview.......................................................................................... 4
Pixels per Panel ............................................................................................ 5
Product Dimensions...................................................................................... 6
3. Setup ........................................................................................... 7
AC Power...................................................................................................... 7
AC Plug .............................................................................................................. 7
Power Linking..................................................................................................... 7
4. Mounting ..................................................................................... 8
Orientation..................................................................................................... 8
Mounting Points ............................................................................................ 8
RB-F50CM Rig Bar Dimensions ................................................................... 9
RB-F100CM Rig Bar Dimensions ................................................................. 9
Rig Bar/Panel Assembly ............................................................................... 10
Alternative Rig Bar/Panel Assembly .................................................................. 11
Truss Installation........................................................................................... 12
Flat Wall Installation...................................................................................... 13
5. Creating a Modular Design........................................................ 14
Vertically Joining the Panels ......................................................................... 14
Vertical Panel Connection.................................................................................. 15
Horizontally Joining the Panels..................................................................... 16
Horizontal Panel Connection.............................................................................. 17
6. Connecting (Cabling) Each F4 IP.............................................. 18
Testing Signal and Power Connections ........................................................ 18
Using the F4 IP Test Button.......................................................................... 18
Connecting Power and Signal Cables........................................................... 19
Connecting the Signal Between Joined Panels ................................................. 19
Connecting the Power Between Joined Panels ................................................. 20

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7. LED Module Care and Replacement......................................... 21
F4 IP Module................................................................................................. 21
LED Lot Numbers............................................................................................... 21
A and B Modules................................................................................................ 21
Using MT-01.................................................................................................. 21
F4 IP LED Module Removal with MT-01............................................................ 22
8. F4 IP Serviceability..................................................................... 24
9. Typical F4 IP Installation ........................................................... 26
10. Operation .................................................................................. 27
Additional Hardware and Software................................................................ 27
About NovaLCT-Mars ................................................................................... 27
Description ......................................................................................................... 27
11. Technical Information .............................................................. 28
F4 IP Maintenance........................................................................................ 28
Returns.......................................................................................................... 28
12. Technical Specifications ......................................................... 29
13. Contact Us ................................................................................ 30
1. Antes de empezar....................................................................... 32
Qué va incluido ............................................................................................. 32
Reclamaciones.............................................................................................. 32
GARANTÍA LIMITADA .................................................................................. 32
Convenciones del manual............................................................................. 32
Símbolos ....................................................................................................... 32
Notas de seguridad....................................................................................... 33
Cumplimiento de la FCC............................................................................... 33
2. Introducción................................................................................ 34
Descripción del producto............................................................................... 34
Características ................................................................................................... 34
Modulación revuelta por ancho de pulsos ............................................................... 34
Productos adicionales ........................................................................................ 34
Accesorios opcionales ....................................................................................... 34
Cables de alimentación y señal disponibles ...................................................... 34
Product Overview.......................................................................................... 35
Píxeles por panel .......................................................................................... 36
Dimensiones del producto............................................................................. 37
3. Instalación................................................................................... 38
Corriente alterna ........................................................................................... 38
Enchufe CA ........................................................................................................ 38
Alimentación en cadena..................................................................................... 38
4. Montaje........................................................................................ 39
Orientación.................................................................................................... 39
Puntos de montaje ........................................................................................ 39
Dimensiones de la Rig Bar RB-F50CM......................................................... 40
Dimensiones de la Rig Bar RB-F100CM....................................................... 40
Rig Bar/Ensamblaje del panel....................................................................... 41
Rig Bar/Ensamblaje alternativo del panel .......................................................... 42
Instalación de truss ....................................................................................... 43
Instalación en muro plano............................................................................. 44
5. Creación de un Diseño Modular ............................................... 45

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Unir los paneles verticalmente...................................................................... 45
Conexión del panel vertical ................................................................................ 46
Unir los paneles horizontalmente.................................................................. 47
Conexión del panel horizontal............................................................................ 48
6. Conectar (cablear) todos los F4 IP ........................................... 49
Probar la señal y las conexiones de alimentación ........................................ 49
Utilizar el botón de prueba del F4 IP............................................................. 49
Conectar los cables de alimentación y señal................................................ 50
Conectar la señal entre paneles unidos............................................................. 50
Conectar la alimentación entre paneles unidos ................................................. 51
7. Cuidados y sustitución del módulo LED ................................. 52
Módulo LED del F4 IP................................................................................... 52
Números de lote LED......................................................................................... 52
Módulos A y B .................................................................................................... 52
Usar MT-01 ................................................................................................... 53
Quitar el módulo LED del F4 IP con MT-01 ....................................................... 54
8. Mantenimiento del F4 IP ............................................................ 56
9. Instalación típica del F4 IP ........................................................ 58
10. Funcionamiento........................................................................ 59
Hardware y software adicional...................................................................... 59
Acerca de NovaLCT-Mars............................................................................. 59
Descripción ........................................................................................................ 59
11. Información técnica ................................................................. 60
Mantenimiento del F4 IP ............................................................................... 60
Devoluciones................................................................................................. 60
12. Especificaciones técnicas....................................................... 61
13. Contacto.................................................................................... 62
1. Avant de commencer................................................................. 64
Contenu......................................................................................................... 64
Réclamations ................................................................................................ 64
GARANTIE LIMITÉE..................................................................................... 64
Conventions manuelles................................................................................. 64
Symboles ...................................................................................................... 64
Consignes de Sécurité.................................................................................. 65
Conformité FCC ................................................................................................. 65
2. Introduction ................................................................................ 66
Description de l'appareil................................................................................ 66
Caractéristiques ................................................................................................. 66
Modulation brouillée de largeur d'impulsion ............................................................ 66
Appareils supplémentaires................................................................................. 66
Accessoires optionnels ...................................................................................... 66
Câbles de signal et d'alimentation disponibles................................................... 66
Vue d'ensemble de l'appareil ........................................................................ 67
Pixels par panneau ....................................................................................... 68
Dimensions de l'appareil ............................................................................... 69
3. Installation .................................................................................. 70
Alimentation CA ............................................................................................ 70
Prise CA ............................................................................................................. 70
Chaînage électrique ........................................................................................... 70

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4. Fixation........................................................................................ 71
Orientation..................................................................................................... 71
Points de fixation........................................................................................... 71
Dimensions de la Rig Bar RB-F50CM........................................................... 72
Dimensions de la Rig Bar RB-F100CM......................................................... 72
Assemblage de la Rig Bar et du panneau..................................................... 73
Autre assemblage de la Rig Bar et du panneau ................................................ 74
Installation sur treillis..................................................................................... 74
Installation sur un mur plat............................................................................ 75
5. Création d'une Configuration Modulaire.................................. 76
Assemblage vertical des panneaux .............................................................. 76
Connexion verticale des panneaux .................................................................... 77
Assemblage horizontal des panneaux .......................................................... 78
Connexion horizontale des panneaux................................................................ 78
6. Connexion (câblage) de chaque F4 IP...................................... 79
Test des connexions de signal et d'alimentation........................................... 79
Utilisation du bouton Test du F4 IP............................................................... 79
Connexion des câbles d'alimentation et de signal ........................................ 80
Connexion du signal entre des panneaux assemblés........................................ 80
Connexion de l'alimentation entre des panneaux assemblés ............................ 81
7. Entretien et remplacement des modules LED ......................... 82
Module LED F4 IP......................................................................................... 82
Numéros de lot LED........................................................................................... 82
Modules A et B................................................................................................... 82
Utilisation du MT-01 ...................................................................................... 83
Dépose de module LED du F4 IP LED avec le MT-01....................................... 84
8. Facilité de maintenance du F4 IP.............................................. 86
9. Installation F4 IP type ................................................................ 88
10. Utilisation.................................................................................. 89
Matériel et logiciel additionnels ..................................................................... 89
A propos du NovaLCT-Mars ......................................................................... 89
Description ......................................................................................................... 89
11. Informations techniques.......................................................... 90
Entretien du F4 IP ......................................................................................... 90
Renvois ......................................................................................................... 90
12. Spécifications techniques....................................................... 91
13. Nous Contacter......................................................................... 92
1. Voordat tu begint........................................................................ 94
Wat is er inbegrepen..................................................................................... 94
Claims ........................................................................................................... 94
BEPERKTE GARANTIE................................................................................ 94
Conventies van deze handleiding ................................................................. 94
Symbolen ...................................................................................................... 94
Veiligheidsinstructies..................................................................................... 95
FCC-naleving ................................................................................................ 95
2. Inleiding....................................................................................... 96
Productbeschrijving....................................................................................... 96
Eigenschappen .................................................................................................. 96
Gecodeerde-Pulsbreedtemodulatie......................................................................... 96

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Extra producten.................................................................................................. 96
Optionele accessoires........................................................................................ 96
Beschikbare signaal- en voedingskabels ........................................................... 96
Productoverzicht ........................................................................................... 97
Pixels per paneel........................................................................................... 98
Afmetingen van het product .......................................................................... 99
3. Instelling...................................................................................... 100
AC-stroom..................................................................................................... 100
AC-stekker ......................................................................................................... 100
Power Linking..................................................................................................... 100
4. Montage....................................................................................... 101
Oriëntatie....................................................................................................... 101
Bevestigingspunten....................................................................................... 101
RB-F50CM Rig Bar-afmetingen .................................................................... 102
RB-F100CM Rig Bar-afmetingen .................................................................. 102
Montage van de Rig Bar/het paneel.............................................................. 103
Alternatieve montage van de Rig Bar/het paneel............................................... 104
Spantinstallatie.............................................................................................. 104
Installatie op een vlakke wand ...................................................................... 105
5. Creëren van een Modulair Ontwerp.......................................... 106
Verticaal samenvoegen van de panelen....................................................... 106
Verticale paneelverbinding................................................................................. 107
Horizontaal samenvoegen van de panelen................................................... 108
Horizontale paneelverbinding............................................................................. 108
6. Verbinden (bekabelen) van elke F4 IP ...................................... 109
Testen van signaal- en stroomaansluitingen................................................. 109
Gebruik van de testknop van de F4 IP.......................................................... 109
Aansluiten van stroom- en signaalkabels...................................................... 110
Het signaal aansluiten tussen de samengevoegde panelen.............................. 110
Het vermogen aansluiten tussen de samengevoegde panelen ......................... 111
7. Verzorging en vervanging van de LED-module....................... 112
F4 IP LED-module......................................................................................... 112
Lot-nummers van de LED .................................................................................. 112
A- en B-modules ................................................................................................ 112
Gebruik van de MT-01 .................................................................................. 112
F4 IP LED-moduleverwijdering met MT-01 ........................................................ 113
8. Onderhoudbaarheid F4 IP ......................................................... 115
9. Gebruikelijke F4 IP-installatie ................................................... 117
10. Werking ..................................................................................... 118
Extra apparatuur en software........................................................................ 118
Over NovaLCT-Mars..................................................................................... 118
Beschrijving........................................................................................................ 118
11. Technische informatie ............................................................. 119
Onderhoud van de F4 IP............................................................................... 119
Retouren ....................................................................................................... 119
12. Technische specificaties......................................................... 120
13. Neem contact op ...................................................................... 121

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Before You Begin
F4 IP User Manual Rev. 4
1. Before You Begin
What Is Included
Claims
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.
LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR WARRANTY REGISTRATION AND COMPLETE TERMS AND CONDITIONS PLEASE VISIT OUR
WEBSITE.
For Customers in the United States and Mexico: www.chauvetlighting.com/warranty-registration.
For Customers in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg,
France, and Germany: www.chauvetlighting.eu/warranty-registration.
Chauvet warrants that this product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal
use, for the period specified in, and subject to the exclusions and limitations set forth in the full limited
warranty on our website. This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product and is not
transferable. To exercise rights under this warranty, you must provide proof of purchase in the form of an
original sales receipt from an authorized dealer that shows the product name and date of purchase.
THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state and country to country. This warranty is
valid only in the United States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands,
Luxembourg, France, Germany and Mexico. For warranty terms in other countries, please consult your
local distributor.
Manual Conventions
Symbols
•4F4IP
• 1 Seetronic powerKON
®
IP65 power cord
• 4 Seetronic powerKON
®
IP65 power-linking cords
• 4 Seetronic etherKON
®
IP65 signal-linking cords
• 1 road case
• User manual
Convention Meaning
1–512 A range of values
50/60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen
<SET> A button on the product’s control panel
Settings A product function or a menu option
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.

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F4 IP User Manual Rev. 4
Before You Begin
Safety Notes
Read all the following safety notes before working with this product. These notes contain important
information about the installation, usage, and maintenance of this product.
Personal Safety
• Always disconnect this product from its power source before servicing.
• Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
• Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
Mounting
• DO NOT submerge this product (IP65). Temporary outdoor operation is fine.
• When using this product in an outdoor environment, use IP65 (or higher) rated power and data
cables. Be sure to secure unused power and data ports with attached IP65 covers.
• CAUTION: When transferring product from extreme temperature environments, (e.g. cold truck to
warm humid ballroom) condensation may form on the internal electronics of the product. To avoid
causing a failure, allow product to fully acclimate to the surrounding environment before connecting
it to power.
• Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while it is operating.
• Never carry the product by the power cord.
Power and Wiring
• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
• Always make sure you are connecting this product to the proper voltage in accordance with the
specifications in this manual or on the product’s specification label.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely
disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
• Never connect this product to a dimmer pack or rheostat.
• Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable.
Operation
• Do not operate this product if there is damage on the housing or cables. Have the damaged parts
replaced by an authorized technician at once.
• Do not cover the ventilation slots when operating to avoid internal overheating.
• Operating temperature: -4 °F to 122 °F (-20 °C to 50 °C)
• In the event of a serious operation problem, stop using this product immediately!
FCC Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 Part B of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in this
User Manual will only apply to properly trained, certified technicians. Do not open the
housing or attempt any repairs.
All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this product.
If your Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support.

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Introduction
F4 IP User Manual Rev. 4
2. Introduction
Product Description
The F4 IP is a 1,000 x 500 mm LED video panel that is ideal for both the installation and rental markets. It
runs on the Novastar control protocol and is fully front- and rear-serviceable with the magnetic LED
modules. This product may be mounted directly on a flat wall because of the front-service option.
Features
• 4.8 mm pitch outdoor video panel works with the VIP Drive 43Nova, using the Novastar control
protocol
• Black body LEDs accurately reproduce high-contrast video quality
• 1,000 x 500 mm magnesium die-cast housing makes this product among the lightest in its class
• Magnetic LED modules and modular control box make service fast and easy
• Full front and rear service maximizes installation and maintenance
• Modular system allows for front installation onto a flat structure, maximizing installation flexibility
• Magnetic connection and positioning pins assist in hanging panels
• Dual backup power supplies for more stable displays
• Intelligent modules with dedicated memory improve the image quality and simplify maintenance
• Easily replaceable LED masks (no need for tools) so display remains flat even after mishandling
Scrambled Pulse-Width Modulation
This product features Scrambled-PWM (S-PWM) technology, which de-synchronizes the pulse widths of
each color of the multi-color LEDs. This ensures that there is always some LED output, reducing flicker,
and maintaining the same grayscale performance.
Additional Products
• VIP Drive 43Nova (required)
Optional Accessories
• VIP Media Server
• ArKaos MediaMaster Express + KN software
• MT-01 Module Removal Tool
• F-Series Rig Bar (RB-F50CM, RB F100CM)
Available Signal and Power Cables
• Signal cables (IP65-rated Seetronic etherKON®outdoor extension cables)
• ETHERKONIP5FT
• ETHERKONIP15FT
• ETHERKONIP50FT
• Power cables (IP65-rated Seetronic powerKON®extensions)
• IPPOWERKONEXT5FT
• IPPOWERKONEXT10FT
• IPPOWERKONEXT25FT