ETC fos/4 Series User manual

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fos/4 Panel
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7471M1300-1.2.0 Rev A Released 2022-09
Overview
Use the images below as a guide to connect power and data and to navigate the basic features
of the fixture. For complete information, download the fos/4 Panel User Manual at
etcconnect.com, or view online help on your smartphone or tablet by scanning this code.
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AAccessory holder: Insert accessories into the two available slots from either side of the holder, and
then lock the holder. See Add Accessories on page5 .
BHandles: 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.
CYoke 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.
DBattery 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.
EPower 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).
FUser interface: View the fixture status, set the DMXaddress and mode, or set stand-alone options.
GDMX In and DMX Thru connectors: Five-pin XLRconnectors for DMX/RDM in and thru.
HGriprail: 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.
ISafety 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 Mounting and Safety
Cables on page4 .

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User Interface
Effects
Effect Flicker
Rate 200
Min 0%
Max Int 100%
DMX
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ADisplay: 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).
BIntensity encoder:
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When in DMX mode, press the Intensity encoder to enter Focus mode when focusing the
fixture.
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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6 .
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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.
CMenu 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.
DFunction 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:
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DMX:View and set DMX parameters for the fixture.
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Studio: Use one of three studio (white light) presets, or customize the presets.
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Color: Use one of 12 color presets, or customize the presets.
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Gel: Choose from a list of common gel colors.
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Effects:Use one of 12 effects, or customize the effects.
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Preset: Use one of 12 presets (color preset + fade time), or customize the presets.
See Use Fixture in Stand-aloneMode on page6 and Use Fixture in DMX Mode on page6 .
EAntenna: For use when controlling the fixture using wireless DMX.
FEncoders(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.
GNFC(Near Field Communication) tag: Use the Set Light app to wirelessly configure the fixture,
with or without power applied to the fixture.
HUSB port: Use for updating firmware, saving and loading fixture configuration settings, or saving
error logs via a flash drive.
IUI lock: Set this switch to lock the UI. This prevents inadvertent changes to the UI.

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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:
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Use the fixture in dry locations only, where humidity does not exceed 90
percent (non-condensing).
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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.
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Disconnect the fixture from power and DMX and allow it to cool before
installing accessories or performing any cleaning and maintenance.
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Only use mounting hardware that is rated for the total weight of the fixture
and accessories.
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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.
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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 Mounting and Safety Cables on the next page .
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Check that the accessory holder is locked and that any accessory safety
cables are connected before mounting the fixture.
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Do not operate the fixture without the diffusion installed.
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Do not use this fixture with a damaged power lead. If the power lead (cord
set) is damaged, it must be replaced.
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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 :
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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.
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N’utilisez que de la quincaillerie de montage adaptée au poids total des
projecteurs et des accessoires.
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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.
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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.
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Vérifiez que le porte-accessoires est verrouillé et que les élingues de tous les
accessoires sont bien attachées avant de monter le projecteur.
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N’utilisez pas le projecteur sans que le diffuseur soit installé.
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Ne pas utiliser ce projecteur avec un cordon d’alimentation endommagé. Si le
cordon d’alimentation (câble) est abîmé, il doit être remplacé.
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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.
Mounting and Safety Cables
You can mount the fixture using a clamp, junior (28mm) pin (included), or appropriate mounting
hardware on the yoke, or you can set the fixture on the floor or another flat surface. When
suspending the fixture, make sure to secure the fixture with appropriate safety cables at the safety
cable attachment points on the small (PL8 or PD8) fixture or at the handles using a looped
attachment on the medium (PL16 or PD16)and large (PL24 or PD24)fixtures.
Fixture Weights
14.5 kg (32 lb)
25.4 kg (56 lb)
35.8 kg (79 lb)
PL8
PD8
PL16
PD16
PL24
PD24

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Add Accessories
You can use up to two standard accessories (one
diffusion and one additional accessory, such as a
barn door) in the accessory holder.
1. Unlock the accessory holder on either side by
pressing and sliding both accessory holder locks
(A), and then rotating the accessory holder door (B).
2. Slide an accessory into one of the accessory slots.
Add a second accessory in the other slot, if
needed.For diffusion accessories, verify that the
rough side of the diffusion faces the LEDs and
that you can read the label text on the diffusion
from the front of the fixture.
3. Lock the accessory holder by closing the door and
sliding the locks back into position.
Connect Power andData
Power:Either powerCON TRUE1 TOP connectors for ACpower (100–240VAC, 50/60 Hz on a non-
dimmable circuit) or three-pin XLR connectors for battery power (24–36VDC) on the small (PL8 or PD8)
and medium (PL16 or PD16) fixtures
Data: Five-pin XLR connectors for DMX In and DMXThru
CAUTION: Do not connect the fixture to the battery when AC power is
present. Maximum fixture output may be reduced when the fixture is
connected to battery power.
Focus the Fixture
1. Apply power to the fixture, and wait until the fixture has booted up(the ETC splash screen
displays during boot up).
2. Press any encoder to "wake" the display.
3. What screen is currently displayed?
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DMX:Press any encoder to leave the view-only screen, and then press the Intensity encoder
to turn on the LED array. The display shows a timeout countdown to indicate how long the
LED array will remain on at 100% intensity. You can turn the Intensity encoder to reset the
timeout countdown to 5minutes.
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All other screens (Studio, Preset, etc.): Press the Intensity encoder to turn on the LEDarray,
and turn the Intensity encoder to adjust the intensity.
4. Adjust the fixture to the desired position.
5. Press the Intensity encoder to turn off the LEDarray.

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Use Fixture in DMX Mode
After you connect power and data to the fixture and provide DMX, press the Function button ( ),
use the Intensity encoder to navigate to DMX Mode, and then press the Intensity encoder to select
it. In the DMX screen, you can set the DMX address, DMXmode, and DMXloss behavior.
The DMX screen displays the current DMX values. Press any of the encoders to "wake" the display,
and then press any of the encoders to edit the values. The colors of the encoders correspond to
options on the display. Turn an encoder to modify the corresponding value, and then press the
encoder to save all values on the screen.
DMXModes
Direct
(DaylightHDR)
Direct
(Lustr X8) Expanded Studio 3 Ch RGB 1 Channel Effects
RDMID 1 1 2 3 4 5 6
DMXChannel 
1 Intensity Intensity Intensity Intensity Red Intensity Action
2 Deep Red Deep Red CCT CCT Green Effect
3 Red Red Tint Tint Blue Rate
4 Mint Amber Tuning Tuning Intensity
5 Cyan Lime Mix Strobe Min. Intensity
6 Blue Green Red Curve Frequency
7 Indigo Cyan Green Fan Max. Intensity
8 Strobe Blue Blue Style
9 Curve Indigo Strobe Preset
10 Fan Strobe Curve CCT
11 Curve Fan Tint
12 Fan
Direct Cell (7), Expanded Cell (8), and Studio Cell (9) combine the Direct, Expanded, and Studio modes with Cell mode
(individual control of the left and right portions of the fixture). For complete DMX channel information, scan the QRcode
on the first page or visit etcconnect.com to view the full fos/4 Panel User Manual .
Use Fixture in Stand-aloneMode
After you connect power to the fixture, press the Function button ( ), use the Intensity encoder
to navigate to one of the following stand-alone modes, and then press the Intensity encoder to
select it:
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Studio: Use one of three studio (white light) presets, or customize the presets.
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Color: Use one of 12 color presets, or customize the presets.
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Gel: Choose from a list of common gel colors.
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Effects: Use one of 12 effects, or customize the effects.
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Preset: Use one of 12 presets (color preset + fade time), or customize the presets.
The colors of options on the display correspond to the colors of the encoders below the display
and the Intensity encoder to the right of the display. Turn an encoder to modify the corresponding
value on the display, or press an encoder to activate the corresponding option at the bottom of
the display. Press the Intensity encoder to toggle between the current intensity and 0%.
If the fixture is connected to other fos/4 Panel fixtures that are in the same stand-alone mode, the
connected fixtures will play the same preset or effect.

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Select a Color Temperature
1. Press the Function button ( ), use the Intensity encoder to navigate to Studio Mode, and then
press the Intensity encoder to select it.
2. Press the color encoder that matches the studio preset you want to use (Blue = 3200K, Green=
4500K, Red= 5600K).
More Options
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Turn off the preset: Press the Intensity encoder to toggle the intensity value from the current
value to 0. Press the Intensity encoder again to toggle back to the previous intensity value.
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Modify the preset:Turn the encoders to change the corresponding values. For example, turn
the Intensity encoder to change the intensity value, or turn the blue encoder to change the
color temperature value.
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Int + 1/4 Stop
Modify the intensity:Turn the Intensity encoder to adjust the
intensity, or press and turn the Intensity encoder to adjust the
intensity by 1/4 stop.
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Tune 0.3 Metamer
Modify the tuning:Press and turn the red encoder to change the
value to Metamer, and then turn the red encoder to change the
Tune value (the "recipe" of the metamer). Press and turn the red
encoder again to return to the Brightest or Spectral options.
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Revert to the original preset:Press the encoder that corresponds to the preset again to restore
the original values.
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Save the modified preset:Press and hold the encoder that corresponds to the preset that you
want to re-record. The display shows a three-second countdown before re-recording the
preset.
Select a Color
1. Press the Function button ( ), use the Intensity encoder to navigate to Color Mode, and then
press the Intensity encoder to select it.
2. Turn the encoders to change the corresponding values. For example, turn the Intensity encoder
to change the intensity value, or turn the green encoder to change the hue value. The
crosshairs on the display indicate the approximate color.
You can use a preset as a starting point for a color by pressing the color encoder that matches
the preset. Turn the red encoder to move to another page of presets.
More Options
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Turn off the color: Press the Intensity encoder to toggle the intensity value from the current
value to 0. Press the Intensity encoder again to toggle back to the previous intensity value.
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Revert to the original color of a preset: Press the encoder that corresponds to the preset again
to restore the original values.
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Color
P1 P2
0.39
0.42
Int: 97%
DMX
x:
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Save the color to a preset:Press and hold the encoder that corresponds
to the preset that you want to re-record. The display shows a three-
second countdown before re-recording the preset. Changes that you
make to presets in the Color screen also affect presets in the Effects
screen and the Preset screen.
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Change the color selection mode:Press the red encoder (for the
Settings icon ) to change between Hue/Saturation (default color
selection mode) and x,y. In x,y mode, you set the xand ycoordinates
within the CIE 1931 chromaticity diagram.

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Select a Gel
1. Press the Function button ( ), use the Intensity encoder to navigate to Gel Mode, and then
press the Intensity encoder to select it.
2. Turn the encoders to change the corresponding values. For example, turn the red encoder to
change the Gel value, or turn the blue encoder to change the CCT value.
More Options
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Turn off the gel: Press the Intensity encoder to toggle the intensity value from the current
value to 0. Press the Intensity encoder again to toggle back to the previous intensity value.
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Save the color to a gel preset:Press and hold an encoder to save the current gel to that
encoder. The display shows a three-second countdown before re-recording the gel preset.
Select a Preset
1. Press the Function button ( ), use the Intensity encoder to navigate to Preset Mode, and then
press the Intensity encoder to select it.
2. Turn the green encoder to select a preset, and then press the encoder to play the preset.
More Options
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Pause the preset fade: Press the green encoder to toggle between play and pause.
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Stop the preset: Press the red encoder.
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Modify the preset:Turn the Intensity encoder to change the intensity, or turn the red encoder
to change the fade value.
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Capture the current DMX look: Press and hold the blue encoder (for the Snapshot icon ).
The display shows a 3-second countdown before re-recording the preset. Capture is limited to
three DMX modes: 3 Ch RGB,Studio, and Expanded.
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Modify the preset color:Press the blue encoder (for the Edit icon ). In the Edit Preset Color
screen, turn the encoders to change the corresponding values. The crosshairs on the display
indicate the approximate color. Press the green encoder (for the Save icon ) to save the new
color to the preset.
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Push the preset to connected fixtures:Press the Menu button ( ), and then use the Intensity
encoder to navigate through the menu: Local Settings>Push Presets. When the screen
prompts you to confirm, press the green encoder (for the OK icon ) to continue.
Configure Fixtures Using the Set LightApp
Set Light app
Download the Set Light app to a smartphone with NFC functionality, use the app
to set fixture parameters, and then tap the smartphone to the NFC tag on the
fixture to configure it wirelessly—even when the fixture is not powered on. Or,
after you configure the Multiverse settings on the fixture, use the Set Light app to
configure one fixture or multiple fixtures wirelessly from a smartphone or tablet.
Visit etcconnect.com/Apps or scan the code for more information about the Set
Light app.