Product Manual Stiletto Z3 User Manual Rev A
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1. or O type clamp The clamp should be rated to hold at least 10x the fixture s weight to ensure structural sta bility Do not mount to surfaces with unknown strength and ensure properly rated rigging is used when mounting fixtures overhead Adjust the angle of the fixture by loosening both knobs and tilting the fixture After finding the desired position retighten both knobs e When selecting installation location take into consideration lamp replacement access if applicable and routine maintenance e Safety cables MUST ALWAYS be used e Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain high humidity extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation Page 9 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC Mounting Points Overhead mounting requires extensive experience which includes calculating working load limits knowledge of the installation material being used and periodic safety inspection of all installation material and the fixture If you lack these qualifications do not attempt the installation yourself Improper installation can result in bodily injury DIDO ZIAD TX DDD D LN X XAA XO LN XO Caution Please be aware you should have a qualified electrician performing all of your electrical connection needs Better safe than sorry Be sure to complete all2. lt ENTER gt button to confirm Select the DMX Channel Mode 1 Navigate the main menu until you reach CHSE 2 Push the lt ENTER gt button 3 Use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to select either CH12 or CH17 4 Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm your selection Master Slave Mode 1 This fixture does not require additional settings to run as a slave The first fixture linked in the DMX chain will serve as the master those linked thereafter will be slave fixtures and follow the master fixture Page 13 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC Auto Sound Active amp Manual Adjustments Allows a single or Master Slaved units to run factory installed programs at user selectable speeds Auto Mode 1 Navigate the main menu until you reach NodE 2 Push the lt ENTER gt button 3 Use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to select either FASt fast auto or SLou slow auto 4 Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm your selection Sound Active Mode 1 Navigate the main menu until you reach NodE 2 Push the lt ENTER gt button 3 Use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to select Soun 4 Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm your selection of sound active mode 5 You can now adjust the microphone sensitivity by navigating the main menu to reach SEnS then choose a value from 00 99 0 lt gt 100 Color Balance global affects all modes 1 Navigate the main menu un
3. again in 2000 to allow more flexibility The Entertainment Services and Technology Association ESTA has since assumed control over the DMX512 standard It has also been approved and recognized for ANSI standard clas sification DMX covers and is an abbreviation for Digital Multiplexed signals It is the most common communications standard used by lighting and related stage equipment DMX provides up to 512 control channels per data link Each of these channels was origi nally intended to control lamp dimmer levels You can think of it as 512 faders on a lighting console connected to 512 light bulbs Each slider s position is sent over the data link as an 8 bit number having a value between 0 and 255 The value 0 corresponds to the light bulb being completely off while 255 corresponds to the light bulb being fully on DMX data is transmitted at 250 000 bits per second using the RS 485 transmission stan dard over two wires As with microphone cables a grounded cable shield is used to prevent interference with other signals There are five pins on a DMX connector a wire for ground cable shield two wires for Primary communication which goes from a DMX source to a DMX receiver and two wires for a Secondary communication which goes from a DMX receiver back to a DMX source Generally the Secondary channel is not used so data flows only from sources to receiv ers Hence most of us are most familiar with DMX 512 as b
4. lt ENTER gt Is used to select and confirm store the current selection 000 MENU UP DOWN ENTER The control panel LED display shows the menu items you select from the menu map on page 13 When a menu function is selected the display will show immediately the first available option for the selected menu function To select a menu item press lt ENTER gt Use the lt MENU gt and or the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to navigate the menu options Press the lt ENTER gt button to select the menu function currently displayed or to enable a menu option To return to the previ ous option or menu without changing the value press the lt MENU gt button Page 12 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC Control Panel Menu Structure SE00 SE99 Mic sensitivity 0 lt gt 100 Global red intensity 0 lt gt 100 DNH GrEE Global green intensity 0 lt gt 100 BLuE Global blue intensity 0 lt gt 100 uHiL Global white intensity 0 lt gt 100 YES lt ENTER gt Factory reset DMX Mode Allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller The default mode for the fixture is DMX so the first menu item that you need to edit is the starting DMX address Set the Starting DMX Address 1 Navigate the main menu until you reach Addr 2 Push the lt ENTER gt button 3 Use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to select a DMX channel from d001 d512 4 Press the
5. rigging and installation procedures before connecting the main power cord to the appropriate wall outlet Page 10 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC Clamp Mounting This fixture provides a mounting bracket assembly that fastens the bottom of the base and the bracket securely together When mounting this fixture to truss be sure to secure an appropriately rated clamp to the bracket fitted through the center hole 1 Clamp 2 Socket Cap Screws 3 Mounting Bracket 4 Lock Washers Securing the Fixture Regardless of the rigging option you choose for your fixtures always secure them with a safety cable And make sure that the mounting bracket is securely tightened down to the bottom of the fixture using the supplied lock washers and socket cap screws Page 11 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC 4 OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS The Control Panel All the goodies and different modes possible with the Stiletto Z3 are accessed by using the control panel on the front of the fixture There are 4 control buttons below the LED display which allow you to navi gate through the various control panel menus lt MENU gt Is used to navigate to the previous higher level menu item lt UP gt Scrolls through menu items and numbers in ascending order lt DOWN gt Scrolls through menu items and numbers in descending order
6. AYS make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel of the fixture e This product is intended for indoor use only e To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose fixture to rain or moisture e Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating e The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation at least 20in 50cm from adjacent surfaces Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked e ALWAYS disconnect from the power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to replace with same fuse size and type e ALWAYS secure fixture using a safety chain NEVER carry the fixture by its cord Use its carrying handles e DO NOT operate at ambient temperatures higher than 104 F 40 C e In the event of a serious operating problem stop using the unit immediately NEVER try to repair the unit by yourself Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center Always use the same type spare parts e NEVER connect the device to a dimmer pack e Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged e Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord e Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on Caution There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit
7. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs yourself In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact Blizzard Lighting at www blizzardlighting com tickets Page 4 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC 2 MEET THE STILETTO Z3 MOVING HEAD MAIN FEATURES 3 15W ultra bright 4 In 1 RGBW LEDs Pan 540 Tilt 270 8 16 Bit Resolution Motorized liner zoom 6 5 60 beam angle Built in auto and sound active programs Ultra smooth 16 bit dimming system Internal fan cooling system Fast motors quiet operation and flicker free PowerCON compatible power input connector Compact high quality housing CONTROL USITT DMX 512 12 17 channel DMX modes Standalone auto master slave amp sound active modes 3 pin DMX input and output Easy to use 4 button LED control panel DMX Quick Reference 12 17 Channel Modes channel a2 channet Liens o fa reni o frmeme Pan Tilt Speed fast lt gt slow Pan Tilt Speed fast lt gt slow Dimmer 0 lt gt 100 Dimmer 0 lt gt 100 e zoom wide lt gt narrow Zoom wide lt gt narrow a Red Intensity 0 lt gt 100 Red Intensity 0 lt gt 100 Green Intensity 0 lt gt 100 Green Intensity 0 lt gt 100 Blue Intensity 0 lt gt 100 Blue Intensity 0 lt gt 100 White Intensity 0 lt gt 100 White Intensity 0 lt gt 100 Bo o fo
8. Handy Power Cord e A Totally Sweet Mounting Bracket e This Lovely User Manual Getting It Out Of The Box Congratulations on your purchase of the incredible Stiletto Z3 the fun sized zoomable mini moving head fixture that s kid tested and mother approved Now that you ve got your Stiletto Z3 or hopefully Z3s you should carefully unpack the box and check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and in good condition If anything looks as if it has been damaged in transit notify the shipper immediately and keep the packing ma terial for inspection Again please save the carton and all packing materials If a fixture must be returned to the factory it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing Powering Up All fixtures must be powered directly off a switched circuit and cannot be run off a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for a 0 to 100 switch AC Voltage Switch Not all fixtures have a voltage select switch so please verify that the fixture you receive is suitable for your local power supply See the label on the fixture or refer to the fixture s specifications chart for more information A fixture s listed current rating is its average current draw under normal conditions Check the fixture or device carefully to make sure that if a voltage selection switch exists that it is set to the correct line volta
9. S Color Macros 000 lt gt 010 No Function 201 lt gt 255 No Function Troubleshooting Fixture Auto Shut Check the fan in the fixture If it is stopped or moving slower than normal Off the unit may have shut itself off due to high heat This is to protect the fixture from overheating Clear the fan of obstructions or return the unit for service No Light Output Check to ensure fixture is operating under correct mode IE sound active auto DMX Etc if applicable Chase Speed Too Check to ensure proper setup of speed adjustment Fast Slow Blown Fuse Check AC cord and circuit for damage verify that moving parts are not re stricted and that unit s ventilation is not obstructed No Response to Verify that the fixture is in Sound Active mode Audio Adjust Audio Sensitivity If Applicable Fixture Not Respond Make sure all connectors are seated properly and securely ing Responding Use Only DMX Cables Erratically Install a Terminator Check all cables for defects Reset fixture s Fixture Moving On Verify proper mode of operation Is the fixture in Auto mode Its Own Page 15 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC 5 APPENDIX A Quick Lesson On DMX DMX aka DMX 512 was created in 1986 by the United States Institute for Theatre Technology USITT as a standardized method for connecting lighting consoles to lighting dimmer modules It was revised in 1990 and
10. ST TTO LIGHTING Blizzard Lighting LLC www blizzardlighting com Waukesha WI USA Copyright c 2015 TABLE OF CONTENTS Stiletto Z3 Moving Head 1 Getting Started What s In The Box Getting It Out Of The Box Powering Up Getting A Hold Of Us Safety Instructions Don t Stick Your Hand In The Toaster 2 Meet The Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Features DMX Quick Reference The Stiletto Z3 Pin up Picture 3 Setup Fuse Replacement Connecting A Bunch Of Stiletto Z3 Fixtures Data DMX Cables Cable Connectors 3 Pin 5 Pin Huh Take It To The Next Level Setting up DMX Control Fixture Linking Master Slave Mode Mounting Rigging Mounting Points Clamp Mounting Securing the fixture 4 Operating Adjustments The Control Panel Control Panel Menu Structure DMX Mode Set The Starting DMX Address Select the DMX Channel Mode Select the Play Mode Auto Sound Active amp Manual Adjustments Auto Mode Sound Active Mode Manual Adjustments Reverse Pan Tilt Reset Functions Reset Functions DMX Values In Depth Troubleshooting 5 Appendix A Quick Lesson On DMX Keeping Your Stiletto Z3 As Good As New Returns Gasp Shipping Issues Tech Specs Dimensional Drawings Page 2 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A LW AWWWW sl DINI y ODVDWMDAONNN c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC 1 GETTING STARTED What s In The Box e 1 x Stiletto Z3 Moving Head e An Ever So
11. ated entity Neutrik and power CON are registered trademarks of Neutrik AG Page 18 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC Dimensional Drawings a 8 3 21 cm ee gt 27 cm lt 10 7 Le 6 9 17 5cm gt Le 5 5 14 cm gt Page 19 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC Enjoy your product Our sincerest thanks for your purchase The team Blizzard Lighting
12. e To build your own DMX Terminator Obtain a 120 ohm 1 4 watt resistor and wire it between pins 2 amp 3 of the e UR 120 ohm 1 4 watt resistor last fixture They are also readily O g available from specialty retailers CAUTION Do not allow contact between the common and the fix ture s chassis ground Grounding the common can cause a ground loop and your fixture may perform erratically Test cables with an ohm meter to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other 3 Pin 5 Pin Huh If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter They are widely available over the internet and from specialty retailers If you d like to build your own the chart below details a proper cable conversion 3 Pin Female 5 Pin Male Output Input Ground Shield DMX Data 3 Tn Take It To The Next Level Setting Up DMX Control Step 1 Connect the male connector of the DMX cable to the female connector output on the controller Step 2 Connect the female connector of the DMX cable to the first fixture s male connec tor input Note It doesn t matter which fixture address is the first one connected We recommend connecting the fixtures in terms of their proximity to the controller rather than connecting the lowest fixture DMX IN number first and so on Next Fixture in Chain Step 3 Connect oth
13. eing employer over typical 3 pin mic cables although this does not conform to the defined standard DMX is connected using a daisy chain configuration where the source connects to the input of the first device the output of the first device connects to the input of the next device and so on The standard allows for up to 32 devices on a single DMX link Each receiving device typically has a means for setting the starting channel number that it will respond to For example if two 6 channel fixtures are used the first fixture might be set to start at channel 1 so it would respond to DMX channels 1 through 6 and the next fixture would be set to start at channel 7 so it would respond to channels 7 through 12 The greatest strength of the DMX communications protocol is that it is very simple and robust It involves transmitting a reset condition indicating the start of a new packet a start code and up to 512 bytes of data Data packets are transmitted continuously As soon as one packet is finished another can begin with no delay if desired usually another follows within 1 ms If nothing is changing i e no lamp levels change the same data will be sent out over and over again This is a great feature of DMX if for some reason the data is not interpreted the first time around it will be re sent shortly Not all 512 channels need to be output per packet and in fact it is very uncommon to find all 512 used The fewer cha
14. er fixtures in the chain from output to input as above Place a DMX terminator on the output of the final fixture to ensure best communication DMX IN DMX OUT To Next Fixture Page 8 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC Fixture Linking Master Slave Mode 1 Connect the male 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output female 3 pin connector of the first fixture 2 Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a female 3 pin connec tor to the input connector of the next fixture con sisting of a male 3 pin connector Then proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on A quick note Often the setup for Master Slave and Standalone operation requires that the first fixture in the chain be initialized for this purpose via either settings in the control panel or DIP switches Secondarily the fixtures that follow may also re quire a slave setting First Fixture in Chain DMX IN Next Fixture in Chain To Next Fixture DMX IN DMX OUT Check the Operating Adjustments section in this manual for com plete instructions for this type of setup and configuration Mounting amp Rigging This fixture may be mounted in any SAFE position provided there is enough room for ventilation It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway Mount the fixture using a suitable C
15. ge you will use Warning Verify that the voltage select switch on your unit matches the line voltage applied Damage to your fixture may result if the line voltage applied does not match the voltage indicated on the voltage selector switch All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Ground Earthing Getting A Hold Of Us If something is wrong please just visit our website at www blizzardlighting com support and open a support ticket Well be happy to help honest Blizzard Lighting N16 W23390 Stoneridge Dr Ste E Waukesha WI 53188 USA www blizzardlighting com 414 395 8365 Disclaimer The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change without notice Blizzard Lighting assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions that may appear in this user manual Blizzard Lighting reserves the right toe update the existing document or to create a new document to correct any errors or omissions at any time You can download the latest version of this document from www blizzardlighting com Page 3 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read these instructions carefully They include important information about the installation usage and maintenance of this product e Please keep this User Guide for future use If you sell the unit to someone else be sure that they also receive this User Guide e ALW
16. in deterioration of the digital DMX signal The maximum recommended cable run dis tance is 500 meters 1640 ft The maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link is 32 fixtures Data DMX Cabling To link fixtures together you ll need data cables You should use data grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference For instance Belden 9841 meets the specifications for EIA RS 485 applications Standard microphone cables will probably be OK but note that they cannot transmit DMX data as reliably over long distanc es In any event the cable should have the following characteristics 2 conductor twisted pair plus a shield Maximum capacitance between conductors 30 pF ft Maximum capacitance between conductor amp shield 55 pF ft Maximum resistance of 20 ohms 1000 ft Nominal impedance 100 140 ohms Page 7 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC Cable Connectors Cables must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end Duh A Word on Termination DMX is a resilient communication protocol however errors still occasionally occur Termination reduces signal errors and therefore best practices include use of a terminator in all circumstances If you are experiencing problems with erratic fixture behavior especially over long signal cable runs a terminator may help improve performanc
17. mes O O uo cuor mero speed fis putin Program Sou Ave fis n Program Speen h 15 fz Cote eh 250 200 Page 5 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC Figure 1 The Stiletto Z3 Pin Up Picture 3 15 watt 4 in 1 RGBW LEDs Head Arm 4 button LED Control Panel Figure 2 The Rear Connections 3 Pin DMX Input 3 Pin DMX Output 4 DMX IN DMX OUT POWERIN AC100 265 50 60Hz Fuse Cover Power Input Page 6 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC 3 SETUP Before replacing a fuse disconnect power cord ALWAYS replace with the same type and rating of fuse Fuse Replacement With a phillips head screwdriver unscrew the fuse holder out of its housing Remove the damaged fuse from its holder and replace with exact same type of fuse Reattach the fuse holder and then reconnect power Connecting A Bunch of Stiletto Z3 Fixtures You will need a serial data link to run light shows using a DMX 512 controller or to run shows on two or more fixtures set to sync in mas ter slave operating mode The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fix tures the data link can support Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line Also connecting more than 32 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically isolated splitter may result
18. nnels are used the higher the refresh rate It is possible to get DMX refreshes at around 1000 times per second if only 24 channels are being trans mitted If all 512 channels are being transmitted the refresh rate is around 44 times per second In summary since its design and evolution in the 1980 s DMX has become the standard for lighting control It is flexible robust and scalable and its ability to control everything from dimmer packs to moving lights to foggers to lasers makes it an indispensable tool for any lighting designer or lighting performer Page 16 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC Keeping Your Stiletto Z3 As Good As New The fixture you ve received is a rugged tough piece of pro lighting equip ment and as long as you take care of it it will take care of you That said like anything you ll need to take care of it if you want it to operate as designed You should absolutely keep the fixture clean especially if you are using it in an environment with a lot of dust fog haze wild animals wild teenagers or spilled drinks Cleaning the optics routinely with a suitable glass cleaner will greatly improve the quality of light output Keeping the fans free of dust and debris will keep the fixture running cool and prevent damage from overheating In transit keep the fixtures in cases You wouldn t throw a prized guitar drumset or other piece of expensive gear into a gea
19. r trailer without a case and similarly you shouldn t even think about doing it with your shiny new light fixtures Common sense and taking care of your fixtures will be the single biggest thing you can do to keep them running at peak performance and let you worry about designing a great light show putting on a great concert or maximizing your cli ent s satisfaction and wow factor That s what it s all about after all Returns Gasp We ve taken a lot of precautions to make sure you never even have to worry about sending a defective unit back or sending a unit in for service But like any complex piece of equipment designed and built by humans once in a while something doesn t go as planned If you find yourself with a fixture that isn t behaving like a good little fixture should you ll need to obtain a Return Authori zation RA Don t worry this is easy Just go to our website and open a support ticket at www blizzardlighting com tickets and we ll issue you an RA Then you ll need to send the unit to us using a trackable pre paid freight method We suggest using USPS Priority or UPS Make sure you carefully pack the fixture for transit and whenever possible use the original box amp packing for shipping When returning your fixture for service be sure to include the following 1 Your contact information Name Address Phone Number Email address 2 The RA issued to you 3 A brief description of
20. the problem symptoms We will at our discretion repair or replace the fixture Please remember that any shipping damage which occurs in transit to us is the customer s responsibil ity so pack it well Shipping Issues Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper and must be reported to the carrier immediately upon receipt of the items Claims must be made within seven 7 days of receipt Page 17 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC Tech Specs with Weigh Operating Voltage 100 260VAC 50 60Hz Power Consumption 65W 82A PF 66 Fuse 5A 250V Light Source LED 3 15W 4 in 1 RGBW LEDs Beam Angle 6 5 60 224 307 383 544 11 420 308 3 62 4 Wide Beam D 3 224 383 21 990 6 070 609 748 956 956 2 756 1 485 973 Movement Range Max Operating Temp 104 degrees F 40 degrees C ambient 2m im 2m Narrow Beam m 4 E um 3 Protocol USITT DMX 512 Other Information The second I get shampoo in my eyes I m 100 sure there s a murderer in my bathroom 2 year limited warranty does not cover malfunction caused by Warranty damage to LEDs DISCLAIMER The power connector fitted to the fixture and fixture cord are designed for compatibility with products manufactured by Neutrik AG Neutrik USA and their related entities however they are not manufactured by affiliated with or endorsed by Neutrik AG Neutrik USA or any rel
21. til you reach either rED red GrEE green BluE blue or uHiL white then press lt ENTER gt 2 Use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to highlight a value from 000 255 0 lt gt 100 3 Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm your choice NOTE This will affect all modes So a value of zero on any color means zero output per color globally until it is manually changed or factory a reset is performed Factory Reset 1 Navigate the main menu until you reach dEFA then press lt ENTER gt 2 Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm or the lt MENU gt button to return to the previous menu option without performing the factory reset Motor Reset 1 Navigate the main menu until you reach rEST then press lt ENTER gt 2 Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm or the lt MENU gt button to return to the previous menu option without performing the motor reset DMX Values In Depth 12 Channel Mode fen Value __ Whatitooes SSCS 3 000 lt gt 255 Tilt 0 270 DREES fs 000 lt gt 255 Zoom wide lt gt narrow SSS o 000 lt gt 255 Red Intensity 0 lt gt 100 SSCS Page 14 Stiletto Z3 Moving Head Rev A c 2015 Blizzard Lighting LLC DMX Values In Depth 19 Channel Mode fen vate Whatitpoes SSCS e 000 lt gt 255 strobe slow lt gt fast SSCS fs 000 lt gt 255 Zoom wide lt gt narrow SSS o 000 lt gt 255 Red Intensity 0 lt gt 100 SSC
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