Chauvet 4 Bar Flex User manual

User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin...........................................................................................................3
What Is Included .........................................................................................................................3
Unpacking Instructions................................................................................................................3
Claims.................................................................................................................................................3
Text Conventions ........................................................................................................................3
Symbols......................................................................................................................................3
Disclaimer...................................................................................................................................3
Product at a Glance.....................................................................................................................4
Safety Notes ...............................................................................................................................4
2. Introduction....................................................................................................................5
Overview.....................................................................................................................................5
Dimensions.................................................................................................................................5
3. Setup...............................................................................................................................6
AC Power....................................................................................................................................6
Fuse Replacement...............................................................................................................................6
Power Linking......................................................................................................................................7
Mounting.....................................................................................................................................8
Orientation...........................................................................................................................................8
Rigging................................................................................................................................................8
4. Operation........................................................................................................................9
Control Panel Operation..............................................................................................................9
Menu Map...................................................................................................................................9
DMX Configuration......................................................................................................................9
Starting Address ..................................................................................................................................9
DMX Channel Modes, Assignments, and Values.......................................................................10
15-CH................................................................................................................................................10
Standalone................................................................................................................................11
Configuration.............................................................................................................................11
Sound-Active Mode............................................................................................................................11
Automatic Mode.................................................................................................................................11
Master/Slave Mode............................................................................................................................11
Footswitch Operation .........................................................................................................................12
5. Technical Information..................................................................................................13
Product Maintenance ................................................................................................................13
6. Technical Specifications..............................................................................................14
Returns.....................................................................................................................................15
Contact Us................................................................................................................................15

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1.BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What Is
Included
•4BAR™ Tri
•Carrying Case
•Power Cord
•Tripod
•Tripod Carrying Case
•Footswitch
•Hanging Bracket with Mounting Hardware
•Warranty Card
•Quick Reference Guide
Unpacking
Instructions
Carefully unpack the product immediately
and check the container to make sure all the
parts are in the package and are in good condition.
Claims
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.
Text
Conventions
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 > 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
Symbols
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.
Disclaimer
The information and specifications contained in this User Manual
are subject to change
without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liabil
ity 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 2013 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of America.
Author
Date
Editor
Date
A. Leon 06/07/13 T. Yeago 06/17/13

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Product at a
Glance
Use on Dimmer
x
Auto Programs
P
Outdoor Use
x
Auto-ranging Power Supply
P
Sound-Activated
P
Replaceable Fuse
P
DMX
P
User-Serviceable
x
Master/Slave
P
Safety Notes
These notes include important information about mounting, usage, and maintenance;
read before using the product.
•Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
•Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing
the fuse.
•Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
•Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
•Never disconnect the product from power by pulling or tugging on the cord.
•If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a
safety cable.
•Make 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.
•Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the
product is 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.
•Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50
cm) from adjacent surfaces.
•Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
•Never connect the product to a dimmer.
•Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
•Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. Always carry by
the bar or carrying case.
•The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate the
product at higher temperatures.
•In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.
•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.
•This product is not intended for permanent installation.
•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.

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2.INTRODUCTION
Overview
Dimensions
Back Panel View
Power In/Out
Fuse Holder
LED Display
DMX In/Out
Microphone
Sound Sensitivity
Adjustment Knob
Clamp Hanging Bolts
Pan Angle Adjustment
Knobs (4)
Tilt Angle
Adjustment Knob Tripod Insertion Point
Front View
Footswitch Connection

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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 product’s 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 product’s 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.
Never connect the product to
a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even
if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0~100% switch.
Fuse
Replacement
Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse.
1. Disconnect the product from power.
2. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
3. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
4. Remove the blown fuse from the holder.
5. Replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.
6. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
A spare fuse is not included; however, the safety cap has room for a spare.
Installed fuse
(held by plastic clip)
Spare fuse holder
(inside safety cap)
Safety cap

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Power Linking
The product provides power linking via the IEC outlet located in the back panel.
Power Linking
Diagram
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.
1st Product
2nd Product
Additional Products

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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.
•Make sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting the product
can support the product’s weight (see the Technical Specifications).
•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.
•When rigging the product onto a truss, you should use mounting clamps of
appropriate weight capacity.
•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.
•When mounting to the tripod, be sure the stand is tightened properly and leveled.
Mounting Diagram
Clamp Hanging Bolts
Tripod Insertion Point

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4.OPERATION
Control Panel
Operation
To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the
display.
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 Map
Mode
Programming Steps
Description
DMX Mode 512 A001~d512 Selects DMX operating mode and sets
the DMX starting address
Sound-Active SND - The internal program runs to the beat of
the music
Preset Colors C-- C_ _ 1-7 Selects one of the preset colors (red,
green, blue, cyan, magenta, yellow, or
white)
Automatic
Programs P-- P_ _1-6 Selects one of the built-in programs
Speed S-- S001-S100
Adjusts the speed of the automatic
programs (fast~slow)
RGB Color
Mixing U-- r 01~100
G 01~100
b 01~100
Adjust the red, green, and blue levels to
create custom colors
DMX
Configuration
Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
3. Connect 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 <MENU>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>.

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DMX Channel Modes, Assignments, and Values
15-CH
Channel Function Value Setting
1 Control/Operating Mode
000 ó009
010 ó029
030 ó049
050 ó069
070 ó089
090 ó109
110 ó129
130 ó149
150 ó169
170 ó189
190 ó209
210 ó229
230 ó249
250 ó255
RGB color-mixing mode
Automatic 1
Automatic 2
Automatic 3
Automatic 4
Automatic 5
Automatic 6
Automatic 7
Automatic 8
Automatic 9
Automatic 10
Automatic 11
Automatic 12
Sound-active
2 Dimmer
000
ó
009
010 ó255
No function
Dimmer 1~100%
3 Strobe
000
001 ó255
No function
Strobe (slow~fast)
4
Red 1
000 ó255
Red 1 (0~100%)
RGB Color Mixing
Pod 1
5
Green 1
000 ó255
Green 1 (0~100%)
6
Blue 1
000 ó255
Blue 1 (0~100%)
7
Red 2
000 ó255
Red 2 (0~100%)
RGB Color Mixing
Pod 2
8
Green 2
000 ó255
Green 2 (0~100%)
9
Blue 2
000 ó255
Blue 2 (0~100%)
10
Red 3
000 ó255
Red 3 (0~100%)
RGB Color Mixing
Pod 3
11
Green 3
000 ó255
Green 3 (0~100%)
12
Blue 3
000 ó255
Blue 3 (0~100%)
13
Red 4
000 ó255
Red 4 (0~100%)
RGB Color Mixing
Pod 4
14
Green 4
000 ó255
Green 4 (0~100%)
15
Blue 4
000 ó255
Blue 4 (0~100%)
3-CH
Channel Function Value Setting
1
Red
000 ó255
0~100%
2
Green
000
ó
255
0~100%
3
Blue
000 ó255
0~100%

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Standalone
Configuration
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode (Sound-
Active,
Automatic, Master/Slave) to a DMX daisy chain
connected to a DMX controller.
Product
s in standalone mode may transmit DMX signals that could interfere with
the DMX signals from the controller.
Sound-Active
Mode
To enable the Sound-Active mode, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until SNdshows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Turn the music on and adjust the microphone sensitivity until the product begins to
react to the sound of the music.
4. Press <ENTER>.
The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).
Automatic Mode
To 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
Mode
The Master/Slave mode allows a single 4BAR™ Tri unit (the “master”) to control the
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.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to set the DMX address to 001 (d001).
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master unit.
5. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave units to the DMX output of the
previous slave unit.
6. Finish setting and connecting all the slave units.
Master unit
7. Set 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.
•Configure
all the slave units before connecting the master unit to the DMX
daisy chain.
•
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.
•Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master unit.
The 4BAR™ Tri is linkable with the 4BAR™.

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Footswitch
Operation
The included footswitch provides quick access to preset colors, color-
change programs,
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
Preset
1 x press
White
2 x press
Red
3 x press
Green
4 x press
Blue
5 x press
Yellow
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
2
Sound
N/A Sound-activated
3
Blackout
N/A Immediately turns off all the LEDs
The 4BAR™ Tri footswitch will work properly in any mode. No settings needs to
be modified before using the footswitch.

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5.TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Product
Maintenance
Dust build-up reduces light output
performance and can cause overheating. This can
lead to reduction of the light source’s life and mechanical wear. To maintain optimum
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:
•Unplug the product from power.
•Wait until the product is at room temperature.
•Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on
the external surface.
•Clean all external optics and transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution,
ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
•Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint-free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
•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.
Always dry the external optics and transparent sur
faces carefully after cleaning
them.

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6.TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and
Weight
Length
Width
Height
Weight
48 in (1,129 mm)
2.2 in (55 mm)
11.2 in (285 mm)
31 lbs (14.1 kg)
Stand Height
Adjustable: 4.7–7.6 ft (1.4–2.3 m)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
Switching (internal)
100~240 V, 50/60 Hz
Auto-ranging
Parameter
120 V, 60 Hz
230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption
113 W (1 A)
118 W (0.5 A)
Power I/O
U.S./Worldwide
Input/Output Connectors
IEC/Edison
Power Cord plug
Edison (U.S.)
Light Source
Type
Power
Lifespan
LED (10 mm)
3 W
50,000 hours
Color
Quantity
Current
Red
28
350 mA
Green
28
350 mA
Blue
28
350 mA
Photo Optic
Parameter
Value (per light)
Illuminance @ 2 m
1,869 lux
Beam angle
22º
Field angle
42º
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
Cooling System
104° F (40° C)
Convection
DMX
I/O Connectors
Connector Type
Channel Range
3-pin XLR
Sockets
3, 15
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
UPC Number
4BAR™ Tri
03030048
781462206413

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To return a product or request support:
•In the U.S., contact CHAUVET® World Headquarters (see below).
•In the UK or Ireland, contact CHAUVET® Europe Ltd. (see below).
•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.
Outside the U.S.
, United Kingdom, or Ireland, contact your distributor and follow
their instructions on how to return CHAUVET® products to them. Visit our website
for contact details.
Returns
Call the corresponding CHAUVET® 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
•Your address
•Your phone number
•RMA number
•A 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
CHAUVET®
General Information
Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue
Sunrise, FL 33351
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Toll free: [phone]
United Kingdom & Ireland
CHAUVET® Europe Ltd.
General Information
Address: Unit 1C
Brookhill Road Industrial Estate
Pinxton, Nottingham, UK
NG16 6NT
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Technical Support
Voice: [phone] (Press 4)
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Technical Support
Email: [e-mail]
World Wide Web
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