RC4 Wireless LumenDimM4micro User manual

LumenDimM4micro
Quick Start Guide
Rev. 1.0

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RF
F
CD AB
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-D -C -B -A +IN-
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-D -C -B -A +IN-
DimADimB
DimC
DimD

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RC4 LumenDimM4micro
1. DMX Data Indicator
2. Function and COP 2Indicator
3. Function Button
4. SetAB and SetCD Buttons
5. DimA - DimD 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/RDM 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 LumenDimM4micro. 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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LumenDimM4micro Quick Start Guide
This guide will get you started using your RC4 LumenDimM4micro. Most
LumenDimM4micro users will nd all the information they need right here.
Your LumenDimM4micro 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 LumenDimM4micro 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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LumenDimM4micro System Components
To use your LumenDimM4micro 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 LumenDimM4micro 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
LumenDimM4micro. 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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Performing a Factory Reset
If someone else has used your LumenDimM4micro,
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 SetAB button, then release Func. Several
indicators will blink together to conrm that
factory settings are restored.
NOTE: This does NOT aect transmitter linking.
You must intentionally unlink to disconnect from a
previously linked transmitter.
PRO TIP: 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
CD AB
RF Conn
SetAB
Func
DMX Data
COP
-D -C -B -A +IN-
DimADimB
DimC
DimD

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Unlink the LumenDimM4micro
If the blue RF Connect LED on the LumenDimM4micro 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 LumenDimM4micro is ready to be linked
to your transmitter.
Link status is not aected by performing a Factory Reset. You must
intentionally unlink to disconnect from a previously linked transmitter.
NOTE: When using a wired RDM controller plugged into the miniplug DMX
connector, wireless DMX data must be stopped. This can be done by unlinking,
turning o the wireless transmitter, or disconnecting the wired DMX data going
into the transmitter.

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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. Connect a DMX data source to the XLR data input on the
LumenDimIO.
Tap the Link button. This 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 devices will ash for several seconds and
then remain on, indicating that they are linked.
NOTE: If DMX data is not present at the transmitter, the blue LED will blink
slowly rather than staying on.
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MODE
PUSH
Link Button

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Test the Wireless Link with Default Address Settings
When you receive your new LumenDimM4micro, or after restoring default
settings, it will be set to DMX addresses 1 through 4 for dimmer A, B, C, and D.
Before changing any dimmer settings, play with the DMX levels for these
addresses and see your wireless dimmer outputs work.
The DimA, DimB, DimC, and DimD indicators are directly connected to dimmer
outputs to 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 LumenDimM4micro starting address. For example, if you want
your rst LumenDimM4micro dimmer on DMX channel 60 with a curve that is
optimized for LEDs, bring up 60 @ 30% at the console. Tap SetAB and the DimA
indicator will come on at 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, all 4 dimmers are automatically set
sequentially. For example, if you have set DMX channel
60 to DimA, DimB is now assigned to channel 61, DimC is
Channel 62, and DimD is 63.
Non-Sequential Channel Assignment
The two pairs of dimmers do not have to be sequential.
You can use RC4 OneTouch™ with the SetCD button to
set the second paid of dimmers to their own addresses.
For example, if you want DimC to be set to DMX address
11, bring up 11 @ 30% (for the LED curve) at the board
and press the SetCD button. This will also assign DimD
to channel 12.
Remember: SetAB assigns all 4 dimmers sequentially.
The other Set button works only for dimmers C and D.
Always use SetAB rst, then use SetCD if needed.
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RF
F
CD AB
RF Conn
SetAB
Func
DMX Data
SetCD
COP
-D -C -B -A +IN-
DimADimB
DimC
DimD

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Connecting Your Lamps, LEDs, Motors and More*
To really use your LumenDimM4micro, you must connect a lamp, LED, motor, or
other load to each dimmer. When you’re connecting anything to your Lumen-
DimM4micro, be sure that the LumenDimM4micro is powered down. Connect
everything rst, double-checking your wiring, be certain connections are
properly protected from short circuits, then turn on power.
Connections should be made to an MTA-100 connector. Attach the connector
to the LumenDimM4micro after wiring is completed and checked, then apply
power.
* The LumenDimM4micro 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.
Common Positive (+)
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
LumenDimM4micro.
Find additional information
about MTA-100 connectors
on page 5.
DimA (-)
DimB (-)
DimC (-)
DimD (-)
NOTE: All positive (+)
connections are made
directly to the power
source. Dimming is
implemented on the
negative (-) side of the
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Dimming and Controlling Multicolor LEDs
The illustration on the previous page shows a 4-color LED device with 5 wires:
one for the 12V common positive (+), and four wires for the negative lead of
each color. The common positive color is shown as red, but may vary.
Dimming happens on the negative (–) terminals. There are no positive (+)
output connections on the LumenDimM4micro. The positive for the dimmer and
all load devices should be connected directly to the power source.
Cross-Fade Mode for Warm/Cool White Control
The LumenDimM4micro includes a color Cross-Fade mode (sometimes called
X-Fade). Cross-fading between warm and cool white light sources produces a
range of color temperatures to nd the exact rendering of white that you need.
In Cross-Fade mode, two separate hardware pairs operate independently (but
can be assigned to the same DMX channels). For each pair, one DMX channel
controls color temperature, and the next channel controls total brightness. 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 LumenDimM4micro 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 LumenDimM4micro 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 LumenDimM4micro 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 LumenDimM4micro for cinema (motion picture capture),
PWM frequencies can be adjusted for the smoothest dimming without
banding or other artifacts.
• The LumenDimM4micro has a wide variety of dimmer curves that can ring
telephones, position servo motors, and more.
• HSL Mode allows color to be controlled as Hue/Saturation/Level.
• 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 LumenDimM4micro
• The LumenDimM4micro is a circuit-board assembly without a protective
case. This makes it more sensitive to damage by static discharge and
accidental short circuits than devices with an enclosure. 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 LumenDimM4micro 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
LumenDimM4micro, which is 6A. That is 72W at 12V, 144W at 24V, shared
across the four 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 LumenDimM4micro 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 driving 5A or more.
The LumenDimM4micro 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
LumenDimM4micro at your own risk.

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Get in Touch
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1-919-229-9950 North Carolina, USA, Local
[phone] London, UK
1-866-237-6641 Toll Free Fax, North America
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