ETC fos/4 Series User manual

fos/4 Panel
User Manual
Version 1.2.0
Part Number: 7471M1200-1.2.0 Rev: A
Released: 2022-09

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents i
Introduction 1
Help from ETC Technical Services 2
Safety 3
Overview 5
Fixture 5
User Interface 6
Display 7
What's Controlling the Fixture? 7
Set Up and Focus the Fixture 8
Mount the Fixture 8
Add Accessories 9
Connect Power and Data 9
Focus the Fixture 10
Use Fixture in DMX Mode 11
Set DMXAddress 12
Set DMXMode 12
DMXModes 12
Set DMX Loss Behavior 18
Use Fixture in Stand-aloneMode 19
Studio Mode 20
Color Mode 21
Gel Mode 22
Effects Mode 23

Preset Mode 24
Use Wireless Control 25
Set Up Multiverse Wireless Communication 25
Configure Fixtures Using the Set LightApp 25
Control and Customize the Display 26
Lock the Display 26
Adjust the Display Settings 26
Troubleshooting and Maintenance 27
Troubleshooting Checklist 27
Adjust the Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) 28
Test the Emitters 28
View Diagnostic Data 29
View Battery Level 29
Export Fixture Data for Troubleshooting 30
Restore Default Settings 31
Update Firmware 31
Backup and Restore the Fixture Configuration 32
Clean the Diffusion 32
Specifications and Reference 33
Environment 33
Dimensions and Weight 33
Electrical 34
RDM Parameters 34
Fixture Compliance 35
Licensed Software 36
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Introduction 1
Introduction
The fos/4Panel provides an incredibly bright, top quality, highly tunable light. The Panel is
available in three sizes, and each size is available in two array types:
•Lustr X8: The next generation of the Lustr color system incorporates deep red into the
already amazing x7 mix to create an even more rich, vibrant X8 color palette.
•Daylight HDR: Years of research resulted in an LED mix that yields the highest quality
tunable white light, optimized for studio use.
Model Array Type Array Size Weight
fos4PL8 Lustr X8
20.3 x 61 cm (8x 24in) 14.5 kg (32 lb)
fos4PD8 Daylight HDR
fos4PL16 Lustr X8
40.6 x 61 cm (16 x 24in) 25.4 kg (56 lb)
fos4PD16 Daylight HDR
fos4PL24 Lustr X8
61 x 61 cm (24 x 24in) 35.8 kg (79 lb)
fos4PD24 Daylight HDR

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Help from ETC Technical Services
If you are having difficulties and your problem is not addressed by this document, try the ETC
support website at support.etcconnect.com or the main ETC website at etcconnect.com. If
none of these resources are sufficient, contact ETC Technical Services directly at one of the
offices identified below. Emergency service is available from all ETC offices outside of normal
business hours.
When calling for help, take these steps first:
• Prepare a detailed description of the problem
• Go near the equipment for troubleshooting
• Find your notification number if you have called in previously
ETC, Inc.
Americas
Technical Services Department
3031 Pleasant View Road
Middleton, WI 53562
800-775-4382 (USA, toll-free)
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETC GmbH
Germany, Austria, Switzerland,
Eastern Europe, and Russia
Technical Services Department
Ohmstrasse 3
83607 Holzkirchen, Germany
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETC Austin
High End Systems Products
Technical Services Department
2105 Gracy Farms Lane
Austin, TX 78758 USA
800-890-8989 (USA, toll-free)
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETC France
France
Zone Urbaparc -
Bâtiment E
6 Boulevard de la Libération
Saint-Denis, 93200
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETC Ltd
Europe, Middle East, and Africa
Technical Services Department
26-28 Victoria Industrial Estate
Victoria Road,
London W3 6UU England
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETCAsia
Asia
Technical Services Department
Room 1801, 18/F
Tower 1, Phase 1 Enterprise Square
9 Sheung Yuet Road
Kowloon Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong
[phone]
[e-mail]

Introduction 3
Safety
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! The light source in this luminaire is
not user-replaceable, and must be replaced only by a qualified technician.
Contact ETC Customer Support for assistance.
AVERTISSEMENT : RISQUE DE DÉCHARGE ÉLÉCTRIQUE! La source
lumineuse de ce projecteur n'est pas remplaçable par l'utilisateur et ne doit
être remplacée seulement par un technicien qualifié. Contactez le service
client ETC pour obtenir de l’assistance.
WARNING: Note the following safety warnings before use:
• Use the fixture in dry locations only, where humidity does not exceed 90
percent (non-condensing).
• Connect the fixture to a non-dimmable power source in order to avoid
damage to the fixture's internal power supply and other electrical
components. Using a dimmable power source can damage the fixture
and will void the warranty.
• Disconnect the fixture from power and DMX and allow it to cool before
installing accessories or performing any cleaning and maintenance.
• Only use mounting hardware that is rated for the total weight of the
fixture and accessories.
• When the fixture is mounted, the axis between the yoke attachment
points must be parallel to the ground. Mounting the fixture in a non-
parallel orientation risks property damage or bodily injury.
• In addition to primary suspension, attach a safety cable (or other
approved safety device) to the fixture. Safety cables must be rated to
support ten times the fixture weight. Consult local standards to ensure
that safety cables meet all requirements. See Mount the Fixture on
page8.
• Check that the accessory holder is locked and that any accessory safety
cables are connected before mounting the fixture.
• Do not operate the fixture without the diffusion installed.
• Do not use this fixture with a damaged power lead. If the power lead
(cord set) is damaged, it must be replaced.
• Do not use this fixture if the diffusion is deeply scratched or cracked.
You must replace the diffusion when it is damaged.

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AVERTISSEMENT : Prendre connaissance des avertissements de sécurité
suivants avant toute utilisation :
• Débranchez le projecteur de son alimentation et du DMX et laissez-le
refroidir avant d’installer des accessoires ou d’effectuer un nettoyage ou
un entretien.
• N’utilisez que de la quincaillerie de montage adaptée au poids total des
projecteurs et des accessoires.
• Lorsque le luminaire est accroché, l'axe entre les points de fixation de la
lyre doit être parallèle au sol. Le montage du luminaire dans une
orientation non parallèle risque de causer des dommages matériels ou
corporels.
• En plus de la suspension principale, fixez une chaîne de sécurité (ou tout
autre dispositif de sécurité homologué) au projecteur. Les chaînes de
sécurité doivent être en mesure de supporter dix fois le poids du
projecteur. Consultez les normes locales pour vous assurer que les câbles
de sécurité respectent toutes les exigences.
• Vérifiez que le porte-accessoires est verrouillé et que les élingues de
tous les accessoires sont bien attachées avant de monter le projecteur.
• N’utilisez pas le projecteur sans que le diffuseur soit installé.
• Ne pas utiliser ce projecteur avec un cordon d’alimentation endommagé.
Si le cordon d’alimentation (câble) est abîmé, il doit être remplacé.
• N’utilisez pas ce projecteur si le diffuseur présente des rayures ou des
fissures profondes. Il faut remplacer le diffuseur s'il est abîmé.
The following symbols may appear on product labeling.
The luminaire must be installed at least 0.1m (4.0in)
away from all lighted objects.
Le luminaire doit être installé à au moins 0,1m (4,0po)
de tout objet éclairé.
This product should not be discarded as unsorted
waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities
for recovery and recycling.
Ce produit ne doit pas être jeté avec les déchets
ménagers mais doit être déposé dans une collecte de
déchets électroniques ou dans un point de collecte.

Overview 5
Overview
Fixture
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C
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B
Medium
(PL16 or PD16)
Small
(PL8 or PD8)
Large
(PL24 or PD24)
A Accessory holder: Insert accessories into the two available slots from either side of the holder,
and then lock the holder. See Add Accessories on page9 .
B Handles: For medium (PL16 or PD16) and large (PL24 or PD24) fixtures, carry the fixture by the
pairs of handles on the back of the fixture, and attach safety cables to handles when
mounting the fixture. See Mount the Fixture on page8 .
C Yoke tilt-lock: Tilt the fixture as needed, and then turn the tilt-lock clockwise to lock the
position. If necessary, pull the tilt-lock away from the stem to adjust the tilt-lock position.
D Battery connector: Three-pin XLRconnector for battery power (not available on PL24 or
PD24). Connect the fixture to battery power only when AC power is not available. Maximum
fixture output may be reduced when powered by battery.
E Power In and Power Thru connectors: powerCON®TRUE1 TOP connectors for power in and
thru. The large fixture (PL24 or PD24) has a connector for power in only (no power thru
connector).
F User interface: View the fixture status, set the DMXaddress and mode, or set stand-alone
options.
G DMX In and DMX Thru connectors: Five-pin XLRconnectors for DMX/RDM in and thru.
H Griprail: Attach standard accessories and mounting hardware to the back of the fixture using
the hardware provided with the accessories or using M6 standard T-nuts.
I Safety cable attachment points: Small (PL8 or PD8) fixture only. For large and medium
fixtures, attach safety cables to handles (B), either the top pair or the bottom pair. See Mount
the Fixture on page8 .

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User Interface
Effects
Effect Flicker
Rate 200
Min 0%
Max Int 100%
DMX
C
D
A
F
H
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E
B
A Display: The colors of options on the display correspond to the colors of the encoders below
the display (F) and the Intensity encoder to the right of the display(B).
See Display on the facing page .
B Intensity encoder:
• When in DMX mode, press the Intensity encoder to enter Focus mode when focusing the
fixture.
• When configuring the fixture in one of the stand-alone modes, press the Intensity encoder
to toggle between the current intensity and 0, or turn the Intensity encoder to modify the
white fields on the display. See Use Fixture in Stand-aloneMode on page19 .
• When navigating from the Main Menu screen, turn the Intensity encoder to scroll through
menu options, and then press the Intensity encoder to select a menu option.
C Menu button: Press to view the Main Menu screen and configure the fixture. Press the button
again to return to the previous screen when you are setting configuration options.
D Function button: Press the button, use the Intensity encoder to navigate to one of the
following modes, and then press the Intensity encoder to select it:
•DMX:View and set DMX parameters for the fixture.
•Studio: Use one of three studio (white light) presets, or customize the presets.
•Color: Use one of 12 color presets, or customize the presets.
•Gel: Choose from a list of common gel colors.
•Effects: Use one of 12 effects, or customize the effects.
•Preset: Use one of 12 presets (color preset + fade time), or customize the presets.
See Use Fixture in Stand-aloneMode on page19 and Use Fixture in DMX Mode on page11 .
E Antenna: For use when controlling the fixture using wireless DMX. See Set Up Multiverse
Wireless Communication on page25 .
F Encoders(Red, Green, Blue):The colors of encoders correspond to options on the display.
Press to activate the options at the bottom of the display, or turn to modify the values on the
display.
G NFC(Near Field Communication) tag: Use the Set Light app to wirelessly configure the
fixture, with or without power applied to the fixture. See page25 .
H USB port: Use for updating firmware, saving and loading fixture configuration settings, or
saving error logs via a flash drive. See Troubleshooting and Maintenance on page27 .
I UI lock: Set this switch to lock the UI. This prevents inadvertent changes to the UI. See Lock
the Display on page26 .