User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Before You Begin .............................................................................. 3 What Is Included ............................................................................................... 3 Unpacking Instructions ...................................................................................... 3 Claims ........................................................................................................................ 3 Conventions .......................
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN What Is Included Unpacking Instructions Claims • • • • • • • 4BAR™ Flex Power Cord Carrying Case 2 L-brackets Footswitch Warranty Card Quick Reference Guide Immediately upon receipt, carefully unpack the product and check the box to make sure you have received all the parts indicated above in good condition.
Product at a Glance Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound-Activated DMX Master/Slave Safety Notes Auto Programs Auto-Ranging Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User-Serviceable Duty Cycle P P P x x Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before working with the product. The Notes include important safety information about installation, usage, and maintenance.
2. INTRODUCTION Product Overview Tripod Adjustment Knob LED Display DMX Out DMX In Fuse Holder (Power Linking) Fuse Holder (Power In) Light Adjustment Knob (x 4) Power In Power Outputs for Additional Fixtures Product Dimensions 4BAR™ Flex User Manual (Rev.
3. SETUP AC Power The 4BAR™ Flex has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s Technical Specifications. The listed current rating indicates the product’s average current draw under normal conditions.
Fuse Replacement (Power In) Follow the instructions below to change the power-in fuse, if necessary Disconnect the product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Disconnect the product from power. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing. Remove the blown fuse from the holder. Replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
Power Linking The product provides power linking via the IEC outlet located in the back of the unit. Please see the diagram below for further explanation. st Power Linking Diagram 1 Product nd 2 Product rd 3 Product Other products You can power link up to 12 4BAR™ Flex units on 120 VAC or up to 21 4BAR™ Flex units on 230 VAC.
Mounting Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes. Orientation The 4BAR™ Flex may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product. Rigging • Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming purposes. • Make sure that the structure onto which you are mounting the product can support the product’s weight.
4. OPERATION Control Panel Operation To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the display. See the Product Overview to see the button locations on the control panel.
DMX Channel Assignments and Values 15-CH 3-CH Channel Function Value Setting 1 Control/Operating Mode 2 Dimmer 3 Strobe 000 ó 009 010 ó 029 030 ó 049 050 ó 069 070 ó 089 090 ó 109 110 ó 129 130 ó 149 150 ó 169 170 ó 189 190 ó 209 210 ó 229 230 ó 249 250 ó 255 000 ó 008 009 ó 255 000 ó 255 4 5 6 Red Green Blue 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 0–100% RGB Color Mixing (Pod 1) 7 8 9 Red Green Blue 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 0–100% RGB Color Mixing (Pod 2) 10 11 1
Configuration (Standalone) Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller. 1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet. 2. Turn the product on. Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode (either Automatic or Sound) to a DMX string connected to a DMX controller. Products in standalone mode may transmit DMX signals that could interfere with the DMX signals from the controller.
Footswitch Operation The included footswitch provides quick access to the preset colors, color change programs, and triggering via the onboard microphone on the 4BAR™ Flex: 1. 2. 3. Power on the fixture. Connect the footswitch to the 4BAR™ Flex via the 4-pin connection cable with plug. Press pedal #1 (Preset) to activate control. When this is operating properly, the LEDs on the 4BAR™ Flex will light white (first function on pedal #1).
5. TECHNICAL INFORMATION Product Maintenance Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduction of the light source’s life and mechanical wear. To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, you should clean your lighting products at least twice a month. However, be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be contributing factors to increasing the cleaning frequency.
6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Weight Length Width Height Weight 47.4 in (1,205 mm) 5.2 in (133 mm) 14.7 in (375 mm) 13.5 lbs (6 kg) Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit. Power Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection Switching (internal) 100~240 V, 50/60 Hz Auto-ranging Parameter 120 V, 60 Hz 230 V, 50 Hz Consumption 47 W 46 W Operating 0.7 A 0.
To return a product or request support: • • • In the U.S., contact CHAUVET® World Headquarters (see below). In the UK or Ireland, contact CHAUVET® Europe Ltd. (see below). In any other country, DO NOT contact CHAUVET®. Contact your distributor. See www.chauvetlighting.com for distributors outside the U.S., United Kingdom, or Ireland. If you live outside the U.S., United Kingdom, or Ireland, contact your distributor of record and follow their instructions on how to return CHAUVET® products to them.
