MegaLite Ribbon 4371 User manual

USER MANUAL
Table of Contents
Safety Information……………………………………………………………………………………………. 3
Specifications……………………………………………………………………………………………………..4
Main Power Connection…………………………………………………………………………………..6
DMX-512 Connection…………………………………………………………………...……………...... 6
Installation…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..7
Rigging the Fixture…………………………………………………………………………………………….8
Main Control Menu.......................................................................................................... 9
DMX Profile........................................................................................................................10
Cleaning & Maintenance..............................................................................................11

Check that the unit has not been damaged during transport
Protection Against Fire
1. Maintain a minimum of 1 foot distance from any type of flame.
3. Replace fuse only with the specified type and rating.
4. Do Not install the unit to close to a heat source.
5. Make sure cable are properly secured away from unit movement.
6. Maximum surface operating temperature 80º.
Protection Against Fire
1. Disconnect power before servicing.
2. For connection to main power supply proceed to page 5.
3. This unit must be earthed. (electronically grounded)
4. Do not expose unit to rain or moisture.
Protection Against Mechanical Hazards
1. Use safety chain when hanging unit.
2. Secure the plastic cover when hanging the light on ceiling.
3. Use quality clamps or bolts when positioning unit
4. Do not open unit while it is on, risk of electrical shock.
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Specifications
Fixture
4356–Color Ribbon Power Supply
Mechanical Specifications
Fixture Packaged for Shipping
Size: 4.95”L x 2.65”W x 1.65”H
Weight: .6 lbs
Size: 6”L x 3”W x 3.5”H
Weight: 1.4 lbs
DMX Connectors: 3-pin XLR connectors
Power Connection: External power supply bare cable
Fastening System: 2 fixture mounting points
Electrical Specifications
Input Power: DC5V~DC24V
Output Current: 6A Per channel (total 18A)
Output Power: 5V-90W
12V-220W
24V-450W
Brightness Control: 256 Scales
Protocol: DMX 512 / 1990
DMX Channels: 3
Control options: Built in functions
Control & Programming
4.95”
2.65”
1.65”
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4371-Color Ribbon 24V
Specifications
Fixture Antistatic Bag Packaging
Size: 16’4” / 5 Meters L
.59” / 14mm W
.24” / 5mm H
Weight: .75 lbs
Size: 10.5” L
10” W
1” H
Weight: .85 lbs
IP Rating: IP 67
LED Quantity: 300
Red: 300
Green: 300
Blue: 300
LED Type: SMD-Tri Colored
Voltage: 24V
Avg rated Life: 30,000hrs
Operating temperature: -40ºc to 80ºc
Fastening System: Mounting Clips (included)
Led Spacing: .65” / 16.6mm
Cuttable Every: 3.92” / 100mm
16 ’ 4 ”
RR
.59 ”
3.92 ”
RG RB
DC24V
RR R
DC24V

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Fixture
4357–Color Ribbon Power Extender
Mechanical Specifications
Fixture Packaged for Shipping
Size: 4.75”L x 1.56”W x 1.55”H
Weight: .4 lbs
Size: 6”L x 3”W x 3.5”H
Weight: 1.4 lbs
Connectors: Removable phoenix connectors
Power Connection: External power supply bare cable
Fastening System: 2 fixture mounting points
Electrical Specifications
Input Power: DC5V~DC24V
Output Current: 6A Per channel (total 18A)
Output Power: 5V-90W
12V-220W
24V-450W

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Main Power Connection
Caution!
1. Do not connect fixture to a dimmer system.
The occupation of the connection-cable is as follows coming out of the AC to DC adapter
1
2
3
1
3
2
DMX-512 Connection
110V Connection
The fixture is equipped with 3 pin XLR Sockets for DMX input and output. The sockets are wired in parallel. Only use a shielded
twisted pair cable designed for RS-485 and 3 pin XLR plugs and connectors in order to connect the controller with the fixture or
the fixture with another.
DMX—input DMX—output
1. Shield
2. Signal (-)
3. Signal (+)
Caution!
At the last fixture the DMX signal needs to be terminated with a terminator. Solder a 120
Ohm resistor between the (-) and the (+) signal into a 3 pin XLR plug and plug it in to the
last fixture on the signal run. Pre-manufactured terminator plugs are available for
purchase from your Mega-Lite dealer (HOS-DMXT).
Cable (USA) Cable (EU) Pin
Red Red
Black Black
DC +
DC -

Installation
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16 ’ 4 ”
B
R
G
B
R
G
B
R
G
Caution!
1. Each Color Ribbon power supply will only power up to 16.4” of Color Ribbon
16 ’ 4 ”
B
R
G
B
R
G
B
R
G
16 ’ 4 ”
B
R
G
B
R
G
B
R
G
DMX Output DMX Output
DMX Input
DMX Output
DMX Input
DMX Controller
Power Supply
Power Supply
Installing using Color Ribbon Power Supply
Caution!
Cable may not be more than 100Ft from Color Ribbon Power Supply

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Rigging the fixture
Caution!
1. The installations must be carried out by an authorized dealer or trained professional.
2. Unit may cause severe injures if you have doubts concerning the safety do not install.
3. Unit is to be 24inches away from flammable materials (decoration material)
4. Use high quality installation equipment to hang unit.
When rigging a unit it is very important that you follow common safety procedures. Rigging requires extensive experience includ-
ing but not limited to calculating working loads, material being used and periodic safety inspections. If you lack these qualifica-
tions, do not attempt the installation yourself, instead use a professional structural rigger.
Unit Ships with 10 braces per ribbon reel. These braces should be used to secure the Color Ribbon to the surface.
When rigging the unit always be secured with a secondary safety attachment. The installation location of the projector has got to
be built in the way that it can hold 10 times the weight for 1 hour with out any harming. Installation should be checked at least
one time a year by a skilled person.
Installing using Color Ribbon Power Supply & Ribbon Power Signal Extender
B
R
G
DMX Output DMX Output
DMX Input
DMX Controller
Power Supply
B
R
G
Power Supply
Caution!
Cable may not be more than 100Ft
Caution!
Cable may not be more than 100Ft

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Main Control Menu
The control board on the fixture base is your interface to
access and control all the functions on the unit. Its Dip
Switch gives you a code view of the options. The following
will explain each function and its options.
DMX 512 IN DMX 512 OUT
GND
DATA —
DATA +
1
2
3
001 002 004 008 016
032
064 128 256 FUN
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
001 002 004 008 016 032 064 128 256 FUN
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
ON
DMX Addressing
DMX signal cable must be connected in order to respond to DMX mode.
Turn dipswitch 10 to the OFF position. Each dipswitch from 1 to 9 holds a
numerical value located below the dipswitch. Add the numerical value to
get the desired fixture start address channel. The user must assign a
start address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the
controller.
For example, if you wish the first unit to start on address channel 85 you
will need to turn on dipswitch 1,3,5 and 7 (1+4+16+64=85)
001 002 004 008 016 032 064 128 256 FUN
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
ON
Functions
FUNCTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
RED ON
GREEN ON
BLUE ON
YELLOW ON
PURPLE ON
CYAN ON
WHITE ON
COLOR SNAP SPEED 1 SPEED 2 SPEED 3 SPEED 4 SPEED 5 SPEED 6 SPEED 7 ON
COLOR FADE SPEED 1 SPEED 2 SPEED 3 SPEED 4 SPEED 5 SPEED 6 SPEED 7 ON
FUNCTION RED GREEN BLUE YELLOW PURPLE CYAN WHITE COLOR S COLOR F ON
Turn dipswitch 10 to the ON position. This function will turn on the func-
tions that will allow the unit to run a preprogram function. Additionally, this
unit may serve as a master unit where other units will copy it’s functions.
To create a master unit connect the XLR cable from the output to the in-
put on the next unit.

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DMX Profile
001 002 004 008 016 032 064 128 256 FUN
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
ON
Testing
For testing function do not connect DMX signal cable
Turn dipswitch 10 to the OFF position. This function will allow you to test
the intensity of each color or to set the color ribbon to a specific color.
FUNCTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
RED 33%
RED 33%
RED 33%
GREEN 33%
GREEN 33%
GREEN 33%
BLUE 33%
BLUE 33%
BLUE 33%
FUNCTION OFF
Color Ribbon DMX Profile (3 Channels)
DMX Channel Function Description Value
1 Led Color Red LED intensity 0-255
2 Led Color Green LED intensity 0-255
3 Led Color Blue LED intensity 0-255

Cleaning and maintenance
Installation Maintenance: The operator has to make sure that the unit is operating safely and has the installations and electron-
ics checked by an expert every 2 years.
The following points have to be considered during the inspection:
1) All screws used for installing the device or part of the device have to be tightly connected and must not be corroded.
2) There must not be any deformations on the housing, fixation and installation spots (ceiling, suspension, trussing).
3) The electronic power supply cables must not show any damages, material fatigue (e.g. porous cables) or sediments. Further
instructions depending on the installation spot and usage have to be adhered by a skilled installer and any safety problems
have to be removed.
Disconnect from mains before starting maintenance operation!
Caution Danger to life!
We recommend a frequent cleaning of the device. Please use a moist, lint free cloth. Never use alcohol or solvents!
1) The plastic cover will require periodic cleaning on usage and environment. Environment with foggers will require more peri-
odic cleaning as fog fluid tends to build up residues, reducing the light output.
Note: There is no serviceable parts inside the device. Maintenance and service operations are to be carried out by authorized
dealers.
Replacing the power cable: If the power cable of this device becomes damaged, it has to be replaced by authorized dealers only
In order to avoid hazards.
Should you have further questions , please contact your dealer.
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Mega-Lite
5718 Kenwick St
San Antonio, TX 78238
Ph 210-684-2600 Fax [phone]
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