RC4 Wireless LumenDimM6 User manual

Rev. 1.1A
LumenDimM6
Six-Channel Wireless Dimmer
Quick Start Guide

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RC4 LumenDimM6
1. DMX Data Indicator
2. Function and COP* Indicator
3. Function Button
4. Set ABC and Set DEF Buttons
5. Additional Function Buttons for Advanced Features
6. DimA, DimD Indicators
7. RF Connect Indicator for Transmitter Linking
8. RF Connect (Link) Button
9. Screwdriver Access for Connection Terminals
10. DMX In/Out Data Port
11. Power Input Connection Terminals
12. DimA - DimF Dimmer Indicators
13. Load Connections (2 x Common +, DimA- through DimF-)
* 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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LumenDimM6 Quick Start Guide
This guide will get you started using your RC4 LumenDimM6. Most
LumenDimM6 users will nd all the information they need right here.
Your LumenDimM6 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 LumenDimM6 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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LumenDimM6 System Components
To use your LumenDimM6 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.
Screwdriver Size Matters
The ideal screwdriver for the screw terminals on your LumenDimM6 has a
blade that is 2.5mm (0.1”) wide.
Forcing a screwdriver that is too big will enlarge the hole, so the terminal
screws will fall out if you loosen them too much.
A screwdriver that is too small will not ensure a rm grip on the wires and may
lead to the screw head being stripped.
RC4 Starter Kits include a perfectly sized screwdriver, and they can also be
purchased separately in our online store at www.rc4wireless.com.

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Set D
Set C
Set B
Set A
Func
COP
DMX Data
F2
F1
SetDEF
SetABC
Performing a Factory Reset
If someone else has used your LumenDimM6, 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.

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Unlink the LumenDimM6
If the blue RF Connect LED on the LumenDimM6 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 LumenDimM6 is ready to be linked to your
transmitter.
NOTE: Link status is not aected by performing a Factory Reset.

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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 LumenDimM6
will ash for several seconds and then remain steady, indicating that they are
linked.
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Link Button

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Test the Wireless Link with Default Address Settings
When you receive your new LumenDimM6, or after restoring default settings,
it will be set to DMX address 1 for dimmer A, address 2 for dimmer B, etc.
Before changing any dimmer settings, play with the DMX levels for these
addresses and see your wireless dimmer outputs work.
The DimA, B, C, D, E, and F indicators below the screw terminals on the long
side of the LumenDimM6 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 LumenDimM6 starting address. For example, if you want your rst
LumenDimM6 dimmer on DMX channel 60 with a curve that is optimized for
LEDs, bring up 60 @ 30% at the console. Tap SetABC and the DimA indicator
will come on @ 30%.
The channel 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 DimABC, all 6 dimmers are automatically
set sequentially. For example, if you have set DMX
channel 60 for DimA, DimB is now assigned to channel
61, DimC is on 62, and so on, all the way up to DimF
being set on channel 65.
Non-Sequential Channel Assignment
Each set of 3 dimmers, ABC and DEF, are always
sequential, but the two sets do not have to be.
You can use RC4 OneTouch™ with the Set buttons for
each individual group. For example, if you want DimDEF
to be set to DMX address 11, bring up 11 @ 30%
(for the LED curve) at the board and press the SetDEF
button.
Remember: SetABC assigns all 6 dimmers sequentially.
The SetDEF button work individually to set only the
last 3 dimmers. Always use SetABC rst, then set DEF
dierently if you need to.
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Connect
Set D
Set C
Set B
Set A
Func
COP
DMX Data
F2
F1
SetDEF
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Connecting Your Lamps, LEDs, Motors and More*
To really use your LumenDimM6, you must connect a lamp, LED, motor, or other
load to each dimmer. When you’re connecting anything to your LumenDimM6,
be sure that the LumenDimM6 is powered down. Connect everything rst,
then turn on power.
Dimming occurs on the negative side. The positive connections are all
connected together inside the LumenDimM6.
* DimC, D, E, and F on the LumenDimM6 can control a variety of devices including solenoids, relays,
servo motors, and much more. DimA and B are intended for LED dimming only.
Power Input: 6 - 35VDC
Do not exceed voltage
rating for connected loads.
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Dimming and Controlling Multicolor LEDs
The illustration on the previous page shows an RGBATD (T is tungsten or warm
white, D is daylight or cool white) color mixing LED device. There are 7 wires:
a grey wire for the 12V common positive (+), and six colored wires, red/green/
blue/amber/tungsten/daylight, for the six unique negative loads. The color of
the common positive may vary, it is not always grey.
The common positive wire should be connected to either of the (+) terminals.
All of the (+)terminals are connected together inside the LumenDimM6. The
two (+)terminals make it easy to connect two RGB light sources, each with
their own common positive wire.
Dimming happens on the negative (–) terminals.
The red wire should be connected to the negative (–) terminal under DimA.
Green should be connected to the negative (–) terminal under DimB.
Blue connects to the negative (–) terminal under DimC.
Amber to DimD.
Tungsten (warm white) to DimE.
Daylight (cool white) to DimF.
If using two RGB xtures or LED devices, connect the rst one to DimA, B, and
C, and connect the second to DimD, E, and F.
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Choosing Other Dimmer Curves or Proles
The LumenDimM6 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:
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)

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Advanced Features
The LumenDimM6 is a multifaceted device for users of all experience levels.
Detailed information and tutorial videos about the features below can be
explored further at http://rc4.info/:
• Extensive RDM support makes it easy to congure the LumenDimM6 with a
DMXcat or other full-featured RDM controller.
• Using a small adaptor cable, the LumenDimM6 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 LumenDimM6 for cinema (motion picture capture), PWM
frequencies can be adjusted for the smoothest dimming without banding or
other artifacts.
• The LumenDimM6 has a wide variety of special-purpose dimmer curves
that can ring telephones, position servo motors, and more (using DimC, D,
E, and F).
• The RC4 Flkr Eects Engine™, helps create many unique eects including
candle icker, analog tv screen noise, welding spark, and much more.
• Several dierent RDM-selectable Personalities include RGBx+CCT and
HSLx+CCT Proles (which mimic color-control proles used by Arri, KinoFlo,
and Astera), plus the RC4 Flkr Eects Engine™, and more.
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Caring for Your LumenDimM6
• The LumenDimM6 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 LumenDimM6,
which is 16A. That is 200W at 12V, 400W at 24V, shared across the six
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 15A
fuse, use wire that can safely carry 15A.
• The LumenDimM6 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 LumenDimM6 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 LumenDimM6
at your own risk.

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Get in Touch
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[phone] London, UK
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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