RC4 Wireless LumenDimM2micro User manual

RC4
Wireless
Wireless Dimming | Wireless DMX | Wireless Motion
Since 1991
LumenDimM2micro
Quick Start Guide
Rev. 1.0

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RC4 LumenDimM2micro
1. DMX Data Indicator
2. Function and COP 2Indicator
3. Function Button
4. SetA - SetB Buttons
5. DimA - DimB Indicators
6. RF Connect Indicator for Transmitter Linking
7. RF Connect (Link) Button
8. Male Connector Pins for Power In and Dimmer Outputs
9. DMX In/Out Data Port
10. Disconnectable Female IDC Connector 1for Power In and Dimmer Outputs
11. Load Connection Wires (DimB +/- DimB +/-)
12. Power Connection Wires (DCin +/-)
1. Connector is Amp MTA-100-Series, 0.1” pin spacing. Shell color indicates wire gauge. Red shell is for
22 AWG wire, Amp connector P/N 3-641190-6. Numerous alternatives are available, each with dierent
P/Ns. Use the correct shell for the wire you are using. Amp also supplies crimping tools for these
connectors. One 22 AWG connector assembly is incuded with each LumenDimM2micro. Additional cable
assemblies are available from RC4 Wireless.
2. COP means “Computer Operating Properly.” This indicator always shows a blink pattern,
proving that internal rmware is running. Dierent patterns indicate various modes and
advanced settings.
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12
+B - +A - +IN-
RF
F
BA
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4
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B A
+B - +A - +IN-
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LumenDimM2micro Quick Start Guide
This guide will get you started using your RC4 LumenDimM2micro. Most
LumenDimM2micro users will nd all the information they need right here.
Your LumenDimM2micro also has a wide variety of expanded features for
advanced users. You can nd out more about all of them in the RC4 Knowledge
Base at http://rc4.info.
Registering Your Product
Registering your LumenDimM2micro is quick and easy. After registration, you’ll
be notied of new rmware updates, and warranty claims can be resolved
more quickly.
Please complete your registration at:
www.rc4wireless.com/support/register/
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LumenDimM2micro System Components
To use your LumenDimM2micro wireless dimmer you will need:
• A DMX lighting console.
• A LumenRadio CRMX-compatible wireless transmitter like the
RC4 LumenDimIO or the LumenRadio TX1.
• A battery or DC power supply for the dimmer and loads you will be
operating with it.
MTA-100 Connector Shell Color and Wire Gauge Matter
The 6-pin connector on the LumenDimM2micro is the Amp MTA-100-Series,
with 0.1” pin spacing. These are Insulation Displacement Connectors (IDC).
An Amp MTA-100 tool is used to insert the wires.
One 22 AWG red-shell wire-tail assembly is provided with each
LumenDimM2micro. Additional cable assemblies are available from RC4.
The shell color of MTA connectors indicates the wire gauge it is designed for.
Red shells, Amp P/N 3-641190-6, are for 22 AWG wire. Each dierent wire
gauge uses a connector with a dierent color and P/N. Use the correct shell for
the wire you are using.
Connections to the wires on RC4 wire-tail connector assemblies can be made
by soldering, crimp connectors, wire caps, or other joiners. Be sure to cover
soldered connections with tubing or tape to avoid accidental short circuits.

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Unlink the LumenDimM2micro
If the blue RF Connect LED on the LumenDimM2micro blinks continuously, it is
looking for a transmitter that it was previously linked with.
To unlink it, press and hold RF Connect for several seconds until the blue LED
goes o and stays o.
If the RF Connect LED remains on, or is blinking, repeat the process until it
stays o.
When the RF Connect LED is o, the LumenDimM2micro is ready to be linked
to your transmitter.
NOTE: Link status is not aected by performing a Factory Reset.
Performing a Factory Reset
If someone else has used your LumenDimM2micro,
or you just want to get back to a known conguration,
performing a factory reset is easy:
Power on the device. The green COP indicator will be
blinking.
Press and hold Func, briey tap (press and release) the
SetA button, then release Func. Four indicators will
blink to conrm that factory settings are restored.
NOTE: This does NOT aect transmitter linking.
PRO TIPS:
Bending a single paper clip into a U shape will enable
you to easily reach and press both buttons together.
If you are not sure what mode or setting you may have
selected, you can always get back to a known starting
point by returning to factory default.
RF
F
BA
B A
+B - +A - +IN-
RF Conn
SetA
Func
DMX Data
SetB
DMX Data

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Linking Transmitter and Receiver
In this example, we’re using an RC4 LumenDimIO transmitter. Have both
devices powered on. Put the LumenDimIO Mode switch in the transmit
position, then tap the Link button. The Link button is recessed under the small
slot to the right of the blue RF Connect LED. Tap it with a small screwdriver or
the end of a bent paperclip.
The blue RF Connect LEDs on both the LumenDimIO and the
LumenDimM2micro will ash for several seconds and then remain steady,
indicating that they are linked.
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MODE
PUSH
Link Button
Test the Wireless Link with Default Address Settings
When you receive your new LumenDimM2micro, or after restoring default
settings, it will be set to DMX address 1 for dimmer A and address 2 for dimmer
B.
Before changing any dimmer settings, play with the DMX levels for these
addresses and see your wireless dimmer outputs work.
The DimA and DimB LED indicators on the side of the LumenDimM2micro
are directly connected to dimmer outputs: they show you exactly what the
dimmers are doing.
Setting the DMX Address
Assigning DMX channels and dimmer curves is easy using RC4 OneTouch™:
On your DMX lighting console, bring up one dimmer (DMX output channel)
that will be your LumenDimM2micro starting address. For example, if you want
your rst LumenDimM2micro dimmer on DMX channel 60 with a curve that
is optimized for LEDs, bring up 60 @ 30% at the console. Tap SetA and DimA
indicator will come on @ 30%.
The level of 30% selects one of several dierent curves. This one is optimized
for LEDs. Other curves are explained on Page 13.

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Subsequent Channel Assignment
When you set DimA, the other dimmer is automatically
set sequentially. For example, if you have set DMX
channel 60 to DimA, DimB is now assigned to channel 61.
Non-Sequential Channel Assignment
Dimmers don’t have to be sequential.
You can use RC4 OneTouch™ with the Set buttons for
each individual dimmer. For example, if you want DimB
to be set to DMX address 11, bring up 11 @ 30% (for the
LED curve) at the board and press the SetB button.
Remember: SetA assigns the 2 dimmers sequentially.
The other Set button works individually. Always use
SetA rst.
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Connecting Your Lamps, LEDs, Motors and More*
To really use your LumenDimM2micro, you must connect a lamp, LED, motor, or
other load to each dimmer. When you’re connecting anything to your Lumen-
DimM2micro, be sure that the LumenDimM2micro is powered down. Connect
everything rst, then turn on power.
Connections should be made to an MTA-100 connector. Attach the connector
to the LumenDimM2micro after wiring is completed and checked, then apply
power.
* The LumenDimM2micro can control a variety of devices including solenoids, relays, servo motors, and
much more.
Power Input: 6 - 35VDC
Do not exceed voltage
rating for connected loads.
COP
Common Positive (+)
RF
F
BA
B A
+B - +A - +IN-
RF Conn
SetA
Func
DMX Data
SetB
DMX Data
Connections to wire-tail connections can be
made by soldering, crimp connectors, wire caps,
or other joiners. Wires can also be directly
inserted into a connector shell using an Amp
MTA-100 insertion tool.
One 22 AWG MTA-100
connector assembly is
incuded with each
LumenDimM2micro.
Find additional information
about MTA-100 connectors
on page 5.

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Dimming and Controlling Multicolor LEDs
The illustration on the previous page shows a 2-color LED device. There are
3 wires: one for the 12V common positive (+), and two wires for the unique
negative leads. The common positive color is shown as red, but may vary.
Dimming happens on the negative (–) terminals. All of the (+)terminals are
connected together inside the LumenDimM2micro. The common positive
should be connected to the (+) under DimA. The other wires connect to the
negative (–) terminals under DimA and DimB.
Cross-Fade Mode for Warm/Cool White Control
One popular 2-color device is a warm-white/cool-white LED panel. Cross-fading
between warm and cool produces a range of color temperatures, allowing you
to nd the exact rendering of white that you need. This is particularly useful for
motion-picture applications.
The LumenDimM2micro includes a color Cross-Fade mode (sometimes called
X-Fade). In Cross-Fade mode, one DMX channel controls color temperature, and
another DMX channel controls total brightness. This ensures that the selected
color temperature does not change when the level is adjusted.
Cross-Fade and many other features can be explored further at http://rc4.info/
or by asking us for help at [email protected].
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Non-Dim 100% (80% or higher)
Use for relays, solenoids, air valves, etc.
Linear 70% (60 - 79%)
For incandescent, halogen, tungsten lamps.
ISL Fast 50% (40 - 59%)
For LEDs when fast blinks and ashes are required.
RC4 Digital Persistence™ is disabled.
ISL Slow 30% (20 - 39%)
Best for typical LED applications, with RC4 Digital Persistence™
For super smooth 19-bit dimming. (default setting)
Choosing Other Dimmer Curves or Proles
The LumenDimM2micro default is the ISL dimmer curve, which is best for LEDs.
This is also the curve that is selected with RC4 OneTouch™ when the DMX level
is at 30%.
There are dimmer curves for dierent kinds of lamps, motors, and more.
Detailed information can be found online by searching dimmer curves at
http://rc4.info/.
The most common curves are selected using these DMX channel levels and
RC4 OneTouch™ with the Set buttons as outlined on page 9:

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Advanced Features
The LumenDimM2micro is a multifaceted device for users of all experience
levels. The features below can be explored further at http://rc4.info/ or by
asking us for help at [email protected]:
• Using a small adaptor cable, the LumenDimM2micro can be used as a
wireless data receiver to deliver DMX to other devices. It can also be used
as a wired DMX dimmer: the miniplug DMX port becomes an input when the
device is not linked to a transmitter.
• When using the LumenDimM2micro for cinema (motion picture capture),
PWM frequencies can be adjusted for the smoothest dimming without
banding or other artifacts.
• The LumenDimM2micro has a wide variety of dimmer curves that can ring
telephones, position servo motors, and more.
• Using the RC4 Flkr Eects Engine™, you can create many unique eects
including candle icker, analog tv screen noise, welding spark, and much
more.
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Caring for Your LumenDimM2micro
• The LumenDimM2micro is a circuit-board assembly without a protective
case. This makes it more sensitive to damage by static discharge than
enclosed devices. When wiring and installing this device in an application,
take appropriate precautions for handling exposed electronics, including
a grounded work mat and static discharge strap. Failure caused by static
damage is not covered under warranty.
• The LumenDimM2micro should not be used with AC power or with any
voltage higher than 35VDC. Doing so will severely damage the device and
is extremely dangerous for the operator.
• Do not exceed the maximum total power handling of the
LumenDimM2micro, which is 6A. That is 72W at 12V, 144W at 24V, shared
across the two dimmer channels.
• Always use a fuse or circuit breaker at the source of power and always use
an appropriate wire size for the fuse rating. For example, if using a 3A fuse,
use wire that can safely carry 3A.
• The LumenDimM2micro should be kept away from excessive heat, cold, dust
and moisture.
• Do not immerse in water or other uids.
• Dimmers generate heat when operating. Allow space for air to move around
the unit for cooling, especially when using high-current loads.
The LumenDimM2micro is a high-power, high-current device. Failing to
observe appropriate safety precautions can result in re or other risk. RC4
Wireless cannot be held responsible or liable in such cases. Operate the
LumenDimM2micro at your own risk.

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Email: [email protected]
Website: www.rc4wireless.com
Knowledge Base: http://rc4.info
We’re here to help you at any time.
James David Smith
President and Chief Product Designer
RC4 Wireless