RC4 Wireless LumenDimM4micro Manuale utente
LumenDimM4micro
Quick Start Guide
Rev. 1.0
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RF
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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 dierent
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. Dierent 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 notied 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 dierent wire
gauge uses a connector with a dierent 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
conguration, performing a factory reset is easy:
Power on the device. The green COP indicator will
be blinking.
Press and hold Func, briey tap (press and release)
the SetAB button, then release Func. Several
indicators will blink together to conrm that
factory settings are restored.
NOTE: This does NOT aect 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 aected 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
Title
Text
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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 dierent 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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