Lightronics TL4008 User manual

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Lightronics Inc. 509 Central Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23454 757 486 3588
TL4008
MEMORY CONTROL CONSOLE
OWNER’S MANUAL
VERSION 1.7
06/28/2022
SPECIFICATIONS

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TL4008 MEMORY CONTROL CONSOLE
Version 1.7 OWNER’S MANUAL 06/28/2022
www.lightronics.com
Lightronics Inc. 509 Central Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23454 757 486 3588
Number of channels 8 or 16 depending on mode
Operating modes 8 CH x 2 manual scenes
16 CH x 1 manual scene
8 CH and 8 recorded scenes
Scene memory 8 scenes total
Chase 2 programmable 40 step chases
Control protocol Standard DMX512
Optional LMX-128 (multiplex)
Output connector 5 pin female XLR for DMX
Options Add on 3 pin XLR for LMX
Sole 3 pin XLR for DMX
Compatibility DMX512
LMX-128 protocol compatible
with other multiplex systems
Power input 12 VDC, 1 Amp external
power supply provided
Dimensions 10.25"W X 9.25"D X 2.5"H
Weight 4.4 Pounds
The LMX-128 option is not able to be combined with
the 3 pin XLR for DMX option.
INSTALLATION
The TL4008 control console should be kept away
from moisture and direct sources of heat.
The TL4008 may be powered by an external supply
with the following specifications:
Output Voltage: 12 VDC
Output Current: 800 Milliamps minimum
Connector: 2.1mm female connector
Center Pin: Positive (+) polarity
DMX CONNECTIONS: Connect the unit to a DMX
Universe using a control cable with 5 pin XLR
connectors. An external power supply must be used
if only DMX is used. A 3 pin XLR connector for DMX
instead of a 5 pin XLR is an option when ordering.
X
FADERS
Y
FADERS
BLACK
OUT
MOMENTARY (BUMP) BUTTONS
RECORD
MASTER
FADER
Y MODE
SELECT
CROSS
FADERS
CHASE
RATE
CHASE
SELECTORS
PIN # PIN # SIGNAL NAME
1 1 Common
2
2
DMX data -
3
3
DMX data +
4 - Not Used
5 - Not Used
DMX 5 PIN/3 PIN CONNECTOR WIRING

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TL4008 MEMORY CONTROL CONSOLE
Version 1.7 OWNER’S MANUAL 06/28/2022
www.lightronics.com
Lightronics Inc. 509 Central Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23454 757 486 3588
LMX CONNECTIONS: (If applicable) Connect the
unit to a Lightronics (or compatible) dimmer using a
multiplex control cable with 3 pin XLR connectors.
The TL4008 can be powered by the dimmer which it
is connected to. It may also be powered via the
provided external power supply. The unit will operate
with dimmers in both the NSI/SUNN and Lightronics
modes. All dimmers connected to the LMX
connection MUST be in the SAME mode.
.
If both DMX and LMX are installed, the TL4008 will
transmit both DMX and LMX simultaneously.
OPERATION
INDICATION AND CONTROLS
X Faders:Controls individual channel levels for
channels 1-8.
Y Faders:Controls levels of scenes or individual
channels depending on current ‘Y’ operating mode.
Y Mode Button: Selects operating mode of Y faders.
Y Mode Indicator: Indicates current operating mode
of Y faders.
Cross Faders:These provide the ability to fade
between the upper (X) faders and lower (Y) faders.
The cross fade function splits into two parts giving
you the ability to control the level of the upper and
lower groups of faders individually. In all modes, the
X cross fader must be UP to activate the upper faders
and the Y cross fader must be DOWN to activate the
lower faders.
Master:Controls the output level of all functions of
the console.
Bump Buttons:Activates channels 1 through 8 while
pressed. The master fader affects the level of
channels activated by the bump buttons. The bump
buttons do not activate scenes.
Chase Select: Turns chases on and off.
Chase 1 & 2 Buttons:Press to select chase
patterns. The chase LED will light when the chase is
active.
Chase Rate Button:Press 3 or more times at the
desired rate to set chase speed. Chase rate LED will
flash at the selected rate.
Blackout Button:Pressing button causes all
channels, scenes and chases to go to zero intensity.
The blackout LED will light whenever the console is in
blackout mode.
Blackout Indicator: Lights when blackout is active.
Record Button: Press to record scenes and chase
patterns. Record LED will flash when in record mode.
Record Indicator:Flashes when chase or scene
recording is active.
‘Y’ OPERATING MODES
The TL4008 has three different modes concerning the
Y faders. Pressing the "Y MODE" button changes the
function of the Y (lower eight) faders. The selected
mode is indicated by the Y mode LEDs. The X
(upper eight faders) ALWAYS control the level of
channels 1 through 8. The three operating Y modes
are:
CHAN 1 - 8: Both the X and Y rows of faders control
channels 1 through 8. The cross fader is used to
transfer control between X and Y.
CHAN 9 - 16: Y faders control channels 9 through 16.
SCENE 1 - 8: Y faders control the intensity of 8
recorded scenes.
INITIAL SETUP
Chase Reset (Resets chases to the factory
programmed defaults): Remove power from the unit.
Hold down the CHASE 1 and CHASE 2 buttons.
Apply power to the unit while holding these buttons
down. Continue to hold down the buttons for
approximately 5 seconds, then release.
Scene Erase (Clears all scenes): Remove power
from the unit. Hold down the RECORD button. Apply
power to the unit while holding this button down.
Continue to hold down the button for approximately 5
seconds, then release.
You should check the address settings of the
dimmers before proceeding with TL4008 operation.
PIN #
SIGNAL NAME
1
Common
2
Phantom power from dimmers
Normally +15 VDC
3
LMX-128 multiplex signal
LMX-128 Connector Wiring

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TL4008 MEMORY CONTROL CONSOLE
Version 1.7 OWNER’S MANUAL 06/28/2022
www.lightronics.com
Lightronics Inc. 509 Central Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23454 757 486 3588
RECORDING CHASES
1. Press the "RECORD" button, the record LED will
flash.
2. Press the "CHASE 1" or "CHASE 2" button to
select a chase to record to.
3. Use the channel faders to set the channel(s) you
want to be ON in this step to full intensity.
4. Press the "RECORD" button to save the step and
move to the next step.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all desired steps are
recorded (up to 40 steps).
6. Press the "CHASE 1" or "CHASE 2" button to exit
from the chase record mode. *Not required if all 40
steps have been recorded.
CHASE PLAYBACK
1 Press the "RATE" button 3 or more times at the
desired rate to set the chase speed.
2. Press "CHASE 1" button or "CHASE 2" button to
turn chases on and off.
Note: Both chases may be on at the same time. If
chases have a different number of steps, complex
changing patterns can be created.
RECORDING SCENES
1. Activate either the "CHAN 1– 8" or "CHAN 9-16" Y
mode options and create the scene to be recorded by
setting the faders to the desired levels.
2. Press "RECORD".
3. Press the bump button below the Y fader you wish
to record the scene to.
Note: Scenes may also be recorded in the "SCENE
1-8" mode. This enables you to copy a scene to
another or quickly create modified versions of scenes.
Recording occurs even if BLACKOUT is on or the
master fader is down.
SCENE PLAYBACK
1. Activate the "SCENE 1-8" Y mode option.
2. Bring up a fader on the lower row (Y fader) that
has had a scene recorded to it.
Note: The "Y" cross fader must be DOWN to use the
lower (Y) faders.
QUICK START INSTRUCTIONS
The bottom cover of the TL4008 contains brief
instructions for scenes and chases. The instructions
are not intended as a substitute for this manual and
should be viewed as "reminders" for operators who
are already familiar with TL4008 operation.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. Check that the DMX/LMX cable is not defective.
2. To simplify troubleshooting - reset the unit to
provide a known set of conditions.
3. Make sure the dimmer address switches are set to
the desired channels.
OWNER MAINTENANCE
The best way to prolong the life of your TL4008 is to
keep it dry, cool, clean and covered when not in use.
The unit exterior may be cleaned using a soft cloth
dampened with a mild detergent/water mixture or a
mild spray-on type cleaner. DO NOT SPRAY ANY
LIQUID directly on the unit. DO NOT IMMERSE the
unit in any liquid or allow liquid to get into the
controls. DO NOT USE any solvent based or
abrasive cleaners on the unit.
The faders are not cleanable. If you use a cleaner in
them – it will remove the lubrication from the sliding
surfaces. Once this happens it is not possible to re-
lubricate them.
The white strips above the faders are not covered by
the TL4008 warranty. If you mark on them with any
permanent ink, paint etc. it is likely that you will be
unable to remove the markings without damaging the
strips.
There are no user serviceable parts in the unit.
Service by other than Lightronics authorized agents
will void your warranty.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE ASSISTANCE
Dealer and Lightronics personnel can help you with
operation or maintenance problems. Please read the
applicable parts of this manual before calling for
assistance. If service is required - contact the dealer
from whom you purchased the unit or contact
Lightronics Service Dept., 509 Central Drive, Virginia
Beach, VA 23454 TEL: [phone].
WARRANTY INFORMATION AND
REGISTRATION – CLICK LINK BELOW
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