ETC fos/4 Series User manual

fos/4 Panel
User Manual
Version 1.0.0
Part Number: 7471M1200-1.0.0 Rev: A
Released: 2020-01

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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
Set Up and Focus the Fixture 7
Mount the Fixture 7
Add Accessories 8
Connect Power and Data 8
Focus the Fixture 9
Use Fixture in DMX Mode 10
Set DMXAddress 10
Set DMXMode 10
Set DMX Loss Behavior 12
Use Fixture in Stand-aloneMode 13
Studio Mode 14
Color Mode 15
Effects Mode 16
Preset Mode 17

Set Up Wireless Control 18
Set Up Multiverse Wireless Communication 18
Control Fixtures Wirelessly Using the Set LightApp 18
Control and Customize the Display 19
Lock the Display 19
Adjust the Display Backlight and Display Timeout 19
Troubleshooting and Maintenance 20
Troubleshooting Checklist 20
Test the Emitters 22
View Diagnostic Data 22
View Battery Level 23
Export Fixture Data for Troubleshooting 23
Restore Default Settings 24
Update Firmware 24
Backup and Restore the Fixture Configuration 25
Clean the Diffusion 25
Specifications and Reference 26
Environment 26
Dimensions and Weight 26
Electrical 27
RDM Parameters 27
Fixture Compliance 28
Wireless Radio Compliance 28
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Introduction 1
Introduction
The fos/4 Panel 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:
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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.
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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:
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Prepare a detailed description of the problem
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Go near the equipment for troubleshooting
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Find your notification number if you have called in previously
Americas United Kingdom
ETC, Inc. ETC Ltd
Technical Services Department Technical Services Department
3031 Pleasant View Road 26-28 Victoria Industrial Estate
Middleton, WI 53562 Victoria Road,
800-775-4382 (USA, toll-free) London W3 6UU England
[phone] [phone]
[e-mail] [e-mail]
Asia Germany
ETCAsia ETC GmbH
Technical Services Department Technical Services Department
Room 1801, 18/F Ohmstrasse 3
Tower 1, Phase 1 Enterprise Square 83607 Holzkirchen, Germany
9 Sheung Yuet Road [phone]
Kowloon Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong [e-mail]
[phone]
[e-mail]
France
ETC France
62-64 rue Danielle
Casanova
Saint-Denis Cedex,
F93200
[phone]
[e-mail]

Introduction 3
Safety
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed including
the following:
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Do not use outdoors.
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Do not let power supply cords touch hot surfaces.
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Do not mount near gas or electric heaters.
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Equipment should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not readily be
subjected to tampering by unauthorized personnel.
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The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause an
unsafe condition.
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Do not use this equipment for other than intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
WARNING: Note the following safety warnings before use:
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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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In addition to primary suspension, attach a safety cable (or other
approved safety device) to the fixture. Safety cables must be rated to
support six times the fixture weight. See Mount the Fixture on page7 .
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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 mount the fixture on or near a flammable surface.
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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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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 six fois le poids du
projecteur.
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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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Ne pas installer le projecteur sur ou à côté d’une surface inflammable.
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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.

Overview 5
Overview
Fixture
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Medium
(PL16 or PD16)
Small
(PL8 or PD8)
Large
(PL24 or PD24)
AAccessory holder: Insert accessories into the two available slots from either side of the holder,
and then lock the holder (
page8
).
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 (
page7 ).
CYoke tilt-lock: Tilt the fixture as needed, and then turn the tilt-lock clockwise to lock the
position. If necessary, press the center button on the tilt-lock to adjust the tilt-lock position.
DBattery connector: Four-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. Do not connect the
fixture to a battery and to AC power at the same time.
EPower In and Power Thru connectors: powerCON®TRUE1 TOP connectors for power in and
power 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
DMX/RDM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 (
page7
).

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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13 .
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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 repeatedly to toggle through the following modes:
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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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Preset: Use one of 12 presets (color preset + fade time), or customize the presets.
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Effects: Use one of 12 effects, or customize the effects.
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DMX: View and set DMX parameters for the fixture.
See Use Fixture in Stand-aloneMode on page13 and Use Fixture in DMX Mode on page10 .
EAntenna: For use when controlling the fixture using wireless DMX (
page18 ).
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 (
page18 ).
HUSB 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20 .
IUI lock: Set this switch to lock the UI. This prevents inadvertent changes to the UI. See
Lock the
Display on page19 .