Nexus 4x4 User Manual
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1. 9 Bub 9 Master Slave D cc 9 Art 10 KIING NGT CONNMECTION 10 REI mt RIEN 11 ale te MIENTO 11 PIO cutie Ahaha ee aa ans ce Sel cies tal ce ak Acid 11 4 Ma 14 mid BB eee DU EE 14 Programming We I dU cL c cee a 14 AIO T Perdu tides esu 14 UIC CO OM T 14 DimMmMET 14 1 DD a LN 15 ue dicet T UCET 15 c m 15 BMX F ChSONGIMNY s ncc2 15 I2. 2 36 in 18 20 in eo min 462 mm 10 02 in 254 5 mm DOO HE _______________ ___________________ __ 90000000000000000000000000000000000000000 6 Nexus 4x4 User Manual 3 Setup AC Power Fuse Replacement Nexus 4x4 User Manual Setup The Nexus 4x4 has an auto ranging power supply that works with an input voltage range of 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz To determine the power requirements for each Nexus 4x4 refer to the label affixed to the product You can also refer to the Technical Specifications section in this manual The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation For more information you may download Sizing Circuit Breakers from the CHAUVET website www chauvetpro com Always connect this product to a protected circuit with an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire Never connect this product to a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100 switch The Nexus 4x4 comes with a power input cord terminated with a Neutrik powerCON connector on one end and an Edison plug on the other end U S market If the power input cord that came with your product has no plug or if you need to change the Edison plug use the table below to wire the new plug Connection Wire U S Wire Europe S
3. Function Percent Setting Red X 0000 255 0 100 Green X 0000 255 0 100 Blue 0000 255 0 100 27 Technical Information 5 Technical Information Product To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear you should clean this product Maintenance Returns 28 frequently Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining the cleaning frequency As a rule clean this product at least twice a March Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating This can lead to reduced light source life and increased mechanical wear To clean your product Unplug the product from power Wait until the product has cooled Use a vacuum or dry compressed air and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external vents and accessible internal components Clean all external surfaces with a mild solution of non ammonia glass cleaner or isopropyl alcohol Apply the solution directly to a soft lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue Wipe any dirt or grime to the outside edges of the lens surface Gently polish the lens surfaces until they are free of haze and lint Always dry the external surfaces thoroughly and carefully after cleaning them You must send the product prepaid in the original box and with the original packing and accessories CHAUVET will not issue call tags Call CHAUVET and request a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number
4. 407 User Manual PROFESSIONAL Green Thinking Edition Notes Edition Notes Trademarks Copyright Notice Manual Use Document Printing Intended Audience Disclaimer Document Revision This user manual covers the description safety precautions installation programming operation and maintenance of the Nexus 4x4 CHAUVETO released this edition of the Nexus 4x4 user manual in July 2013 CHAUVETO is a registered trademark of CHAUVET amp Sons Inc d b a CHAUVETO or Chauvet The CHAUVET logo in its entirety including the CHAUVET name and the dotted triangle and all other trademarks in this manual pertaining to services products or marketing statements for example It s Green Thinking M are owned or licensed by CHAUVET Any other product names logos brands company names and other trademarks featured or referred to within this document are the property of their respective trademark holders CHAUVET owns the content of this User Manual in its entirety including but not limited to pictures logos trademarks and resources Copyright 2013 CHAUVET rights reserved Electronically published by CHAUVET in the United States of America CHAUVET authorizes its customers to download and print this manual for professional information purposes only CHAUVET expressly prohibits the usage copy storage distribution modification or printing of this manual or its content fo
5. before shipping the product Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause s for the return Clearly label the package with an RMA number CHAUVETO will refuse any product returned without an RMA number Do not write the RMA number directly on the box Instead write it on a properly affixed Once you have received the RMA number include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box Your name Your address Your phone number The RMA number A brief description of the problem s Be sure to pack the product properly Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging will be the customer s responsibility FedEx packing or double boxing are recommended CHAUVETO reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned product s Nexus 4x4 User Manual Technical Information Technical Specifications Dimensions and Length Width Height Weight Weight 18 2 in 462 mm 18 2 in 462mm 14 17 360 mm 26 610 12 07 kg Note Dimensions inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit Electrical 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 401 W 394 W Operating current 3 35 A 1 90 A Power linking products 4 8 Fuse Breaker 250 V T 5A 250 V Power U S Worldwide Europe Power input connector Neutrik powerCON A Neutrik powerC
6. through the mounting bracket The coffin locks are for product alignment only and are not weight bearing DO NOT hang product using only the coffin locks You must supply your own mounting clamps Make sure the clamps are capable of supporting the weight of this product Use at least one mounting point per product The Nexus 4x4 comes with an adjustable mounting bracket with three 3 13 mm holes which serves as a floor or wall mount support At Setup Floor Wall Mounting Nexus 4x4 User Manual Pipe Truss Mounting D Nexus 4x4 User Manual 100000000 800000000000000000000008000000000000000090 800000006 Only use the coffin locks to align the product it is not intended to be used for bearing weight Do not hang the product only using the coffin locks 5 Allen Key A3 Operation 4 Operation Control Panel Button Function Description lt MENU gt Scrolls through the main menu and exits from the current menu or function lt ENTER gt Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the currently selected value in to the current function lt UP gt Navigates upward through the menu list and increases the numeric value when in a function lt DOWN gt Navigates downward through the menu list and decreases the numeric value when in a function Programming the Refer to the Menu Map to understand the menu options The menu map shows the main TM 4x4 level and a variable number of programming levels for
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8. you are connecting this product to the proper voltage in accordance with the specifications in this manual or on the product s specification label Never connect this product to a dimmer pack or rheostat Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable Do not operate this product if you see damage on the housing lenses or cables Have the damaged parts replaced by an authorized technician at once Do not cover the ventilation slots when operating to avoid internal overheating The maximum ambient temperature is 104 F 40 C Do not operate this product at a higher temperature In case of a serious operating problem stop using this product immediately In the unlikely event that your CHAUVET product may require service contact CHAUVET Technical Support LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time mostly because of heat Packaged in clusters LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in ideal single LED conditions For this reason using clustered LEDs at their fullest intensity significantly reduces the LEDs lifespan Under normal conditions this lifespan can be 40 000 to 50 000 hours If extending this lifespan is vital lower the operating temperature by improving the ventilation around the product and reducing the ambient temperature to an optimal operating range In addition limiting the overall projection intensity may also help to extend the LEDs lifespan Introduction 2 Introd
9. 4x4 User Manual D Setup You can link the Nexus 4x4 to a DMX controller using a standard DMX serial connection If using other DMX compatible products with the Nexus 4x4 you can control each individually with a single DMX controller The Nexus M 4x4 uses the standard DMX data connection for the 5 9 48 and 53 channel DMX modes Refer to the Introduction section for a brief description of these modes Refer to the Operation section to learn how to configure the Nexus 4x4 to work in these modes The DMX Values section will provide you with detailed information regarding the DMX modes The Master Slave mode allows a Nexus 4x4 the master product to control one or more Nexus 4x4s the slave products without a DMX controller One Nexus 4x4 becomes the master product when running an Auto program or by being in STATIC mode You must configure each slave product s control panel to operate in SLAVE mode During Master Slave operation the slave products will operate in unison with the master product When operating in the Master Slave mode do not connect a DMX controller to the product as the DMX controller signals may interfere with the signals from the master product Master Slave connections use the 3 and 5 pin XLR connections only Products connected via the etherCON connection will not function correctly The Operation section provides detailed instructions on how to configure the
10. 9 CH Channel 1 2 26 Function Value Percent Setting Dimmer 0000 255 0 100 Red 0 100 Warm White 000 U 255 When values 011 020 in CH 9 are activated Green 2 0 100 Cool White 1 000 U 255 When values 011 020 in CH 9 are activated 000 255 0 100 0100 255 10 30 2 No Function 100 100 0 0 0 0 100 0210090 100 100 100 0 0 0 0 100 100 0 100 0710076 100 100 100 0 0310090 100 100 100 100 100 0 0 02 0 6 C 0 CJ UU C9 UU UU UJ UJ UD Color Macro White Balance No Function Auto 1 Auto 2 Auto 3 Auto 4 Auto 5 Auto 6 Auto 7 Auto 8 Auto 9 Auto 10 Auto 11 Auto 12 Only when CH 7 has Auto 01 12 activated 000 U 010 Preset dimmer speed from display menu 011U 020 WW CW Mode On hold for 5 sec 021 U WW CW Mode Off hold for 5 sec 031 U No Function Dmimeropeed 052 0 Linear dimmer 102U Nonlinear dimming curve 1 fastest Nonlinear dimming curve 2 153 0 2040 Nonlinear dimming curve 3 slowest Auto Programs Nexus 4x4 User Manual DMX Values Cont 5 CH Channel 3 CH Channel 1 2 3 Nexus 4x4 User Manual Operation Function Value Percent Setting Dimmer 7 0000 255 0 100 Red __________ 0000 255 0 100 Green 0000 255 0 100 0000 255 0 100 0000 010 No Function Strobe 011 0 255 0 30 Hz
11. CA TET DID ae LI T Shas II IT IIT 15 E EET TO v 16 OI M NR RT UT T S 16 E Re oer 16 Selling a 16 MESo Factory BIS ___ _ M 16 Nexus 4x4 Software Upgrade Instructions 000000001001 nennen nnn enirn nnn 17 eed gid 21 EI OQ 23 Pixel D3 or MEI EO o DTE 25 5 MTOM eT 28 EE a 28 mic PESE TT ce eem 28 to e 29 Gc MU eT E Pm 30 Nexus 4x4 User Manul TTT Before You Begin 1 Before You Begin What Is Included Nexus 4x4 Neutrik amp powerCON power input cable 5 Allen wrench Alt
12. Master and Slave products If you are not familiar with or need more information about DMX standards Master Slave connectivity or the DMX cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller download the DMX Primer from the website www chauvetpro com Setup 10 Art Net Connection Kling Net Connection D Art Net Kling Net m a 5 Connection Diagram Art Net is an Ethernet protocol that uses TCP IP to transfer large amounts of DMX512 data over a network Art Net uses the Neutrik etherCON connection An Art Net protocol document is available from www chauvetpro com Art Net M is designed and copyright by Artistic License Holdings Ltd The Art Net protocol is designed to work with nodes and Ethernet hubs or switches in Star Topology CHAUVET determined the Nexus 4x4 products can run in serial topology for configuration of up to 12 fixtures For systems larger than 12 fixtures CHAUVET recommends using the star topography as detailed under the TCP IP Protocol Kling Net is a network protocol to allow auto configuration of display devices over the Ethernet Kling Net uses the Neutrik amp etherCON connection For more information please contact ArKaos directly For a smooth running operation ArKaos Kling Net requires a gigabit 1000 Mbps Ethernet card and network switch The Nexus 4x4 uses Neutrik etherCON data connection to link all data ports fol
13. ON A Power output connector Neutrik powerCON B Neutrik powerCON B Power cord plug Edison U S Local plug Light Source Type Power Lifespan LED 25 50 000 hours Color Quantity Current Red 16 658 mA Green 16 667 mA Blue 16 680 mA Photo Optic Parameter Standard Optics 5 m 484 1 Beam angle 45 Field angle 75 Thermal Max External Temperature Cooling System 104 F 40 C Fan assisted Convection DMX Connectors Connector Type Channel Range 3 and 5 pin XLR Sockets 3 5 9 48 53 Art Net Kling Net I O Connectors Connector Type Channel Range RJ45 Sockets 48 Ordering Product Name Item Code UPC Number Nexus 4x4 03090656 781462210045 Nexus 4x4 User Manual 29 Contact Us World Headquarters CHAUVET General Information Address 5200 NW 108th Avenue Sunrise FL 33351 Voice 954 577 4545 Fax 954 929 5560 Toll free 800 762 1084 Technical Support Voice 954 577 4455 Press 4 Fax 954 756 8015 Email tech chauvetlighting com World Wide Web www chauvetlighting com RoHS United Kingdom and Ireland CHAUVET Europe Ltd General Information Address Unit 1C Brookhill Road Industrial Estate Pinxton Nottingham UK NG16 6NT Voice 44 0 1773 511115 Fax 44 0 1773 511110 Technical Support Email uktech chauvetlighting com World Wide Web www chauvetlighting co uk Outside the U S United Kingdom or Ireland contact your dealer Follow t
14. Red2 0000 255 0 1006 7 7 1 28 10 0000 255 0 10096 5 Green2 0000 255 0 1006 1 29 Green10 0000 255 0 100 6 Blue2 0000 255 0 24 __ 30 0 0000 255 0 100 7 Red3 000255 0 31 11 0000 255 0 10096 8 Green3 0000 255 0 24 7 32 11 0000 255 0 100 9 000255 02 33 11 X 0000 255 0 10096 10 _ 0000 255 0 100 34 12 0000 255 0 100 11 Gren4 0001 255 0 100 1 35 12 000 255 0 100 12 lue4 0000 255 0 20 36 12 0000 255 0 100 13 Red5 0001 255 0 100 71 37 13 0000 255 0 10096 14 Green5 0000 255 0 100 7 38 13 0000 255 0 100 15 5 0001 255 0 100 39 13 0000 255 0 100 16 __ 0000 255 0 20 7 40 14 0000 255 0 100 17 __ 0001 255 0 100 0 1 41 14 0000 255 0 100 18 Blue6 0000 255 0 100 7 42 Blue 14 0000 255 0 100 19 0000 255 020 7 43 15 0000 255 0 100 20 Green7 0000 255 0 100 44 15 000U 255 0 100 21 Blue7 0000 255 0 100 0 45 15 0000 255 0 10096 22 Red8 0000 255 0 100 46 Redi6 ___ 0000 255 0 100 23 Green8 0000 255 0 100 1 47 Green 6 000U 255 0 100 24 Blue 8 000 U 255 0 100 48 Blue 16 000 255 0 100 Pixel Layout 53 or 48 Ch modes Nexus 4x4 User Manual 25 Operation DMX Values Cont
15. Reset to Factory Default This setting allows you to define the color temperature used when the DMX controller s faders red green blue are set to 255 1 Goto the White main level 2 Select the desired color R G or B 3 Select the desired color value 125 255 4 Repeat steps for each color The Nexus 4x4 allows you to adjust the fan speed for quiet operation 1 Goto the Fan Speed main level 2 Select the desired speed High or Auto This main level displays the product s internal temperature 1 Goto the Temperature main level This setting allows you to choose a particular Ethernet protocol setting 1 Goto Ethernet Settings Protocol 2 Select the desired mode Kling Net or Art Net a Kling Net All settings are preconfigured by the ArKaos Media Master software Note Verify the software is running to receive an IP adaress b Art Net i IP Mode a Select DHCP to seek an address from the router or Static to use the products factory preset IP Address ii Net a Select the desired value 000 127 Note Setting is used for consoles running Art Net 3 or above Subnet 1 Select the desired value 00 15 iv Universe 2 Select the desired value 00 15 This procedure allows you to reset the Nexus 4x4 to the default factory values 1 Turn off the power to the Nexus 4x4 2 Press and hold MENU and ENTER 3 Turn on the power to the Nexus 4x4 4 Release MENU and l
16. a Connection Status dialog appears Click Properties The Local Area Connection Properties dialog appears Step 6 From the Networking tab select Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 Click Properties The nternet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 Properties dialog appears Step 7 From the General tab select Use the following IP address Enter the following information a Enter 2 255 0 0 in the IP address box b Enter 255 0 0 0 in the Subnet mask box Click OK Close existing dialogs that are currently open Minimize the Control Panel as it will be necessary to access this window after the software upgrade is uploaded to the product View your basic network information and set up connections TW ATO0278 Internet This computer See full map local chauvetlighting c View your active networks Connect or disconnect local chauvetlighting com Access type Internet Domain network Connections Local Area Connection Properties TH This connection uses the following items Client for Microsoft Networks 8 205 Packet Scheduler File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks amp Broadcom Advanced Server Program Driver amp ntemet Protocol Version 6 TCP IPv6 E Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 wi Link Layer Topology Discovery Mapper 1 0 Driver wi Link Layer Topology Discovery Responder Uninstall Obtain an IP address automatically Use the f
17. crew Color AC Live Yellow or Brass AC Neutral Silver AC Ground Green Yellow Green Yellow Green Make sure to disconnect the product s power cord before replacing a blown fuse Always replace with a fuse of the same type and rating 1 Disconnect this product from the power outlet 2 Using a flat head screwdriver unscrew the fuse holder cap from the housing Remove the blown fuse and replace with a good fuse of the same type and rating T 5 A 250 V 4 Screw the fuse holder cap back in place and reconnect power Setup Power Linking The Nexus 4x4 supports power linking You can power link up to 4 products at 120 VAC or 8 products at 230 VAC This product comes with a power input cord This product does not come with a power linking cable however a power linking cable is available as an option quem E PUPE O PUUPUU PEN H H H 00000000000000000800000800000000000000008 00000000000000000800000800000000000000008 Power Linking Diagram Xm rrr 3 7 000001010001000000000800000000000 700 90000000000000000800000000000000000000009 pD 8000000000000000090 7 20000000000000000008 6000000000000000080000080000000 000000000 ER TET TT oo 900000000000007777171 700900000000000000000 90000000000000000800000800000000000000009 Nexus 4x4 User Manual DMX Linking DMX Modes Master Slave Connectivity Nexus
18. ct the starting address 001 512 DMX Personality This setting allows you to choose a particular DMX personality 1 Goto the DMX Channel main level 2 Select the desired personality 3Ch 5Ch 9Ch 48Ch or 53Ch For the highest starting address you can select for each personality see the DMX Values section Make sure that the starting addresses on the various products do not overlap due to the new personality setting The highest recommended starting address for each DMX mode are as follows DMX Mode DMX Address DMX Mode DMX Address 3Ch 465 5Ch 460 9Ch 504 Master Slave The Master Slave mode allows group of Nexus 4x4s slave units to simultaneously duplicate the output of another Nexus 4x4 master unit without a DMX controller 1 Setting each of the slave products a Goto Master Slave main level b Select Slave 2 Setting the master product a Goto Master Slave main level b Select Master c Select an auto program see Auto Programs or a static mix of colors see Static Color The master product runs a program whether in Auto or Static color mode Do not connect a DMX controller to the products configured for Master Slave operation The DMX controller may interfere with signals from the master product The master product should be the first product in the daisy chain Nexus 4x4 User Manual 15 Operation White Calibration Fan Control Temperature Setting Ethernet Protocols
19. e activated 53 are activated 53 are activated Gem 100 000 U 255 values 011 020 in CH 53 are activated 0 100956 15 0 100 000 U 255 when values 011 020 in CH 53 are activated 150 0 100 0000 255 When values 011 020 in CH 53 are activated 15 X 0000 255 0 100 Red 16 ete 0000 255 0 100 Warm White 16 0000 255 ron values 011 020 in CH 53 are activated Greenie ono as 100 000 U 255 When values 011 020 in CH 53 are activated 0 100956 No Function Auto 1 Auto 2 Auto 3 Auto 4 Auto 5 Auto Programs Auto 6 Auto 7 Auto 8 Auto 9 Auto 10 Auto 11 Auto 12 Only when CH 49 has Auto 01 12 activated Dimmer 7 0000 255 0 100 000 U 010 Function 0110 255 0 30 Hz 000 U 010 0110 020 021 U 030 031 U 051 052U 101 102U 152 1530 203 204 0 255 No Function Dimmer Speed Linear dimmer Nonlinear dimming curve 2 Nexus 4x4 User Manual Preset dimmer speed from display menu WW CW Mode On hold for 5 sec WW CW Mode Off hold for 5 sec Nonlinear dimming curve 1 fastest Nonlinear dimming curve 3 slowest Operation DMX Values Cont 48 Ch Channel Function Value Percent Setting Channel Function Value Percent Setting 1 Redi 0000 255 0 100 1 25 9 0000 255 0 10096 2 Green1 0000 255 0 1006 1 1 26 gt 9 0000 255 0 100 3 0000 255 0 1006 27 Blue9 0000 255 0 100 4
20. each option exus X To navigate to the desired main level press MENU repeatedly until the desired option is displayed on the control panel Press ENTER to select the desired option This will take you to the first programming level for that option To select an option or value within the current programming level press UP or DOWN until the option shows on the display Press ENTER to select In this case if there is another programming level you will see that first option or you Will see the selected value Press MENU repeatedly to exit to the previous main level Auto Programs Auto programs allow for dynamic RGB color mixing without a DMX controller 1 Goto Auto Show 2 Select the desired Auto 01 12 or Fade program 3 Select the Show Speed 000 100 You cannot edit any of the auto programs Static Color The Static Color mode allows for preset or custom RGB color mixing without a DMX controller 1 Goto the Static main level 2 Select Fixture Color or Manual Color a Fixture Color i Select desired color R G B GB RB RG or RGB b Manual Color i Select the desired color R G or B ll Select the desired color value 000 255 Repeat the steps for each color Dimmer Curves This setting determines how fast the output of the Nexus 4x4 changes when you modify the values of the red green blue and dimmer faders This setting provides 3 different options to simulate the dimming curve o
21. ep the product from working Useful information The term DMX used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512 A digital data transmission protocol Nexus 4x4 User Manual Safety Notes A D Personal Safety Mounting and Rigging Power and Wiring Operation Expected LED Lifespan Nexus M 4x4 User Manual Read all the following Safety Notes before working with this product These notes include important information about the installation usage and maintenance of this product This product contains no user serviceable parts Any reference to servicing in this User Manual will only apply to properly trained CHAUVETO certified technicians Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this product Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on Always disconnect this product from its power source before servicing Always connect this product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution Do not touch this product s housing during operation because it may be very hot This product is for indoor use only To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose this product to rain or moisture Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while it is operating When hanging this product always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable included Always make sure
22. ernate bracket Warranty card Quick Reference Guide Claims Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the box to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition If the box or the contents the product and included accessories appear damaged from shipping or show signs of mishandling notify the carrier immediately not CHAUVET Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim In addition keep the box and contents for inspection For other issues such as missing components or parts damage not related to shipping or concealed damage file a claim with CHAUVET within 7 days of delivery Manual Conventions Convention 17512 50 60 SET Settings MENU gt Settings 1 10 Yes No ON Symbols Symbols A CD Meaning A range of values in the text A set of mutually exclusive values in the text A button on the product s control panel A product function or a menu option A sequence of menu options A range of menu values from which to choose in a menu A set of two mutually exclusive menu options in a menu A unique value to be entered or selected in a menu Meaning Critical installation configuration or operation information Failure to comply with this information may cause the product not to work damage third party equipment or cause harm to the operator Important installation or configuration information Failure to comply with this information may ke
23. f an incandescent lighting product 1 Goto the Dimmer Mode main level 2 Select a dimmer curve OFF DIM1 DIM2 or DIM3 OFF The output is proportional linear to the Dimmer and RGB channel values DIM1 3 The output follows the dimmer and RGB channel values based on the corresponding dimmer curve being DIM1 the fastest and DIMS the slowest Me 4x4 User Manual Operation Display Backlight This setting determines how long the backlight on the display stays on 1 Goto the Back Lite main level 2 Select the desired amount of time the backlight display will stay on after pressing the last menu button On 10 S 20 S or 30 S Product Information This menu option provides software information that is needed for certain programming functions and software uploads 1 Goto the Info main level 2 Select the desired program level based on the information required a Fixture Hours Displays the amount of time the product has been in use b Version Displays the software version installed c IP Address Displays the product s IP address d Device ID Displays the product s ID number used for Kling Net only DMX Control In this mode each product will respond to a unique starting address from the DMX controller All products with the same starting address will respond in unison 1 Select a DMX personality see DMX Personality 2 Setthe starting address a Goto DMX Address main level b Sele
24. heir instructions to request support or to return a product Visit our website for contact details UL 1573 CSAC22 2 No 166 C US 113093
25. ite 10 000 0 255 0 100 a Cool White 10 000 255 When values 011 020 in CH Blue 10 07100976 When values 011 020 in CH When values 011 020 in CH When values 011 020 in CH When values 011 020 in CH When values 011 020 in CH When values 011 020 in CH When values 011 020 in CH Operation Percent Setting 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 409 Operation DMX Values Cont 53 Ch Channel Cont 24 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 Function Value 0 100 Warm White 11 000 255 When values 011 020 in CH 0 710076 Green 0 Cool White 11 000 U 255 values 011 020 in CH Blue1i 0000 255 0 100 We pre EE e 12 X 0000 255 0 100 000 U 255 IIR ees 011 020 in CH rec 000 0 255 0 100 14 0 Red 14 000 255 0 100 Warm White 14 White 14 When values 011 020 in CH Percent Setting 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 are activated 53 ar
26. lowing diagrams illustrate how to assemble the data connections 0 NOTE Do not use WAN port VIP MEDIA SYSTEM PRO Computer Controller dd To other running Kling Net or or Art Net protocol Art Net Devices Nexus 4x4 User Manual Mounting Orientation Rigging Procedure Nexus 4x4 User Manual Setup Before mounting this product read and follow the guidelines outlined in the Safety Notes section Always mount this product in a safe position and make sure there is adequate room for ventilation configuration and maintenance The Nexus 4x4 consists of a bracket and body CHAUVET recommends using the following guidelines when mounting this product When selecting an installation location consider easy access to this product for operation programming adjustments and routine maintenance Make sure to mount this product away from any flammable material as indicated in the Safety Notes Never mount in places where rain high humidity extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation may affect the product If hanging this product make sure that the mounting location can support the product s weight See the Technical Specifications for the weight bearing requirements of this product When hanging this product always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable included The product can be mounted in almost any orientation provided each individual product is secured
27. ollowing IP address IP address Subnet mask Default gateway Nexus 4x4 User Manual Operation Step 8 1 From the Nexus M 4x4 control panel navigate to the Info main level C Connecting 2 Select IP Address 3 From the PC open the Internet browser 2 34 58 104 4 Enter the IP address for the Nexus M 4x4 you are working with in the address bar For Most Visited Getting Started Lale example if the IP address shown in the product s control panel is 2 34 58 104 then type that into your internet browser address bar 5 Press ENTER The Authentication Required dialog appears Step 9 1 Enter the following information Authentication Required c Enter admin in the User Name box d Enter admin in the Password box 2 Click Log In The Nexus 4x4 firmware window The server http 2 34 58 104 80 requires a username and password The server says CHAUVET Nexus appears UserName admin D NOTE If the user name password you entered is invalid follow the Factory Reset procedure Password Step 10 1 From the Navigation bar select the Upgrade tab CHAUVET PROFESSIONAL Nexus 2 From the Firmware Upgrade section click Choose File infomation Setup White Balance Show Upgrade The Open dialog appears Firmware Upgrade Please select a firmware file Choose File Step 11 1 From the Open dialog select the file to upload Xm EE 8 the fi
28. r any other purpose without written consent from CHAUVET For better results print this document in color on letter size paper 8 5 x 11 in double sided If using A4 paper 210 x 297 mm configure your printer to scale the content accordingly Any person in charge of installing operating and or maintaining this product should completely read through the guide that shipped with the product as well as this manual before installing operating or maintaining this product CHAUVETO believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects However CHAUVET assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions in this document CHAUVETO reserves the right to revise and make changes to the content of this document without obligation that CHAUVET notify any person company of such revision or changes This does not in any way constitute a commitment by CHAUVET to make such changes CHAUVET may issue revision of this manual or a new edition to incorporate such changes The Nexus 4x4 User Manual Rev 1 supersedes all previous versions of this manual Discard any older versions of this manual and replace with this version Author Date Editor Date Updated D Couppe 07 23 13 T Yeago 07 26 13 Nexus 4x4 User Manual Before You Begin Table of Contents 1 Before VOU RE 2 Cowal tte tte er STO ett te ee utc uuu eee hebr cd uu
29. rmware onto the Nexus 4x4 product M 2 Click Open s CH Nexus ALF The Downloading message appears in the product s control panel Once the firmware finishes downloading the software the product will automatically reset the unit and the control panel flickers downloading process It will take Do not turn off the product during the approximately 1 min before to reset Nexus 4x4 User Manual 19 Operation 20 Step 13 Once the software upgrade is complete the IP setting on your PC needs to be changed back to the original settings 1 Step 12 1 2 3 Navigate to the Info main level Select Version Verify the product s control panel displays the uploaded version The software upgrade is now complete Refer to step 4 for navigation instructions on how to access the nternet Protocol Version 4 Properties 4 dialog From the General tab select Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK Continue to close the dialogs displayed until you exit out of the Control Panel Use the following IP address The installation process is complete Nexus 4x4 User Manual Main Level Auto Show Static Dimmer Mode Back Lite Info DMX Address DMX Channel Nexus 4x4 User Manual Operation Programming Levels Description Show Speed 000 100 13 automatic programs Fixture Color 7 prese
30. t gt when Factory reset ENTER Confirm is displayed on the control panel Press ENTER 6 Wait for the reset process to finish on Nexus 4x4 User Manual Operation 4x4 Software Upgrade Instructions The following steps were used in the Windows 7 operating system environment Step 1 1 Connect the Nexus M 4x4 to the router 2 Verify the computer is using the same network VIP as the Nexus M 4x4 product _D M f He Step 2 1 From the Nexus 4x4 main level navigate to the Ethernet Settings Step 3 1 Select Protocol 2 Select Art Net 3 Select IP Mode verify the Static setting is gt lt Step 4 1 From the Windows start menu click the Start button 2 From the Search box type Network and Control Panel 6 Sharing Center Windows will generate the search results in the Start window 3 Select Network and Sharing Center The Network and Sharing Center dialog appears Network and Sharing Center 3 Find and fix networking and connection problems Ut View network computers and devices Nexus 4x4 User Manual 17 Operation 18 1 1 1 D Step 5 Select the desired network the product is connected to NOTE If you are running a hard wired line from the PC to your router then select Local Area Connection The Local Are
31. t colors Manual Color Combine Red Green and Blue to generate a custom color 0 10096 Dimming curve Always on Sets the amount of time control panel backlight stays on Shows the amount of time the product has been in use Version Shows the software version installed IP Address Shows the products IP address BevcelD Shows tre products ID number Sets products DMX Address Art Net start channel 3h Channel mode 250 mode CH 9 mode 48Ch 48 Channel mode 53Ch 53 Channel mode 21 Operation Menu Map Cont Main Level Programming Levels Description Selects Master mode Slave Selects Slave mode White 8 Defines the color temperature used when RGB ___ Master Slave Product determines fan speed Fan speed is set to highest setting Temperature Shows the product internal temperature KlngNet Productuses Kling Net protocols IP Mode DHCP Router provides the IP address Static Uses the products pre configured IP address Ethernet Settings Protocol 9 Art Net 000 127 consoles controllers running 00 15 For use when addressing Art Net Fan Speed Universe 22 Nexus 4x4 User Manual DMX Values 53 Ch Channel Nexus 4x4 User Manual 1 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Function Value 07100976 Redi 0 Warm Whi
32. te 1 000 255 When values 011 020 in CH 0 710076 Greeni 0 Cool White 1 000 U 255 values 011 020 in CH Blei 000U 255 0 100 0 100976 Red2 Warm White 2 000 U 255 When values 011 020 in CH 0 0 100976 Cool White 2 000 U 255 When values 011 020 in CH 000 0 255 0 100 0 100 0 100 Red3 ________ Warm White 3 000 U 255 values 011 020 in CH 0 Cool White 3 000U 255 When values 011 020 in CH Blue3 0000 255 0 100 Red 4 ouo eee Warm White4 White 4 0 100 oe Cool White 4 000U 255 When values 011 020 in CH 000 U 255 0 100 M 9 0 100976 0 100976 Warm White 5 000 U 255 When values 011 020 in CH 5 20 Cool White 5 000U 255 When values 011 020 in CH Blueb 000 255 0 100 Red 6 ooi sss 091000 Warm White6 White 6 0 100 Cool White 6 000U 255 When values 011 020 in CH 000 0 255 0 100 0 100 Warm White 7 000 U 255 0 100 Cool White 7 000 U 255 000 U 255 0 100 Red8 Red 8 oon 051009 Warm White8 ____ White 8 When values 011 020 in CH Green 8 000 255 0 100 Cool White8 ____ White 8 000 U 255 0 100 0 100 Warm White 9 0 100 Green9 ______ Cool White 9 000 U 255 When values 011 020 in CH 000 U 255 0 100 1 Red 10 ona sess 101009 Warm White 107 Wh
33. uction Description Features Controllers Nexus 4 4 is tour ready wash light capable of delivering a pixel mapping display and an output of sixteen 25 watt RGB COB LEDs The combination of COB emitters and a clever reflector design yields a diffused light with saturated hues Nexus 4x4 is controllable via Art Net M Kling Net and DMX protocols It also features interlocking hardware to build large arrays 3 5 9 48 or 58 RGB COB LED wash product Operating modes S B B B B 3 channel RGB control 5 channel RGB dimmer strobe 9 channel RWW G CW B dimmer strobe color macro auto dimmer speed auto speed 48 channel RGB pixel control 53 channel R WW pixel control G CW pixel control B pixel control dimmer strobe auto dimmer speed auto speed Bright large diode COB LEDs for vibrant colors Individual pixel control for pixel mapping options Link multiple panels together with integrated locks Neutrik amp powerCONG Neutrik amp etherCONG 3 and 5 pin XLR connections Kling net Art Net DMX Control Nexus 4x4 User Manual Introduction Overview COB LEDs Yoke Adjustment Front View side View Coffin Lock Access Control Panel Coffin Lock Access 0090000000 0000000p000 000000080000000000 M Power I O Ethernet I O 3 Pin DMX I O 5 Pin DMX I O Rear View Side View Nexus 4x4 User Manual 5 Introduction Dimensions 18 20 in 462 mm 4 53 in 115 mm
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