1. Before You Begin................................................................................3
What Is Included ........................................................................................... 3
Unpacking Instruc tions .................................................................................. 3
Claims ................................................................................................................... 3
Text Conventions .......................................................................................... 3
Icons ............................................................................................................. 3
Document Information ................................................................................... 3
Product at a Glance ....................................................................................... 4
Safety Notes ................................................................................................. 4
2. Introduction.........................................................................................5
Product Overview .......................................................................................... 5
Product Dimensions ...................................................................................... 6
3. Setup ...................................................................................................7
AC Power ...................................................................................................... 7
Fus e Replacemen t ................................................................................................. 7
Power Linking ........................................................................................................ 8
Mounting ....................................................................................................... 9
Orientation ............................................................................................................. 9
Rigging .................................................................................................................. 9
4. Operation ..........................................................................................10
Control Panel Operation .............................................................................. 10
Menu Map ................................................................................................... 10
Configuration ( DM X) .................................................................................... 10
DMX Personalities and Starting Address .............................................................. 10
DMX Channel Assignments and Values....................................................... 11
15-CH .................................................................................................................. 11
Configuration ( S tandalone) .......................................................................... 12
Sound Active Mode .............................................................................................. 12
Automatic Mode ................................................................................................... 12
Master/Slave Mode .............................................................................................. 12
Footswitch Operation ........................................................................................... 13
Disconnecting the Footswitch ............................................................................... 13
5. Technical Information ......................................................................14
Product Maintenanc e .................................................................................. 14
General Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 15
Contact Procedur e ...................................................................................... 16
CHAUVET® Contact Inf ormation ................................................................. 16
Returning Produc ts to CHAUVET® .............................................................. 16
6. Techni cal Sp eci f ications ..................................................................17
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Failure to do so in a timely manner may
For other issues such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shi pping,
within seven (7) days of receiving
A set of values of which only one can be chosen
A menu option not to be modified
A seq uence of menu o ptions to be fol lowed
A key t o be pres sed on t he product’s control panel
A value to b e entered or selected
This paragraph contai ns critical installation, configur ation, or
damage to the product, or cause harm to the user.
This paragraph contains important installation or configu ra tion
the product from functioning correctly.
The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change
without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or
CHAUVET® reserves the right to update the
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Included
Claims
Conventions
• 1 x 4BAR™ Flex
• 1 x Power Cord
• 1 x Carrying Case
Immediately upon receipt, carefully unpack the product and check the container to m ake
sure you have received all the parts indicat ed above in good condition.
If the container or the material inside the container (the product and
accessories) appear damaged from shipp ing, or show signs of mishandling,
notify the carrier immediately, not CHAUVET®.
invalidate your claim with the carrier. In addition, keep t he container and all the pa
material for inspection.
or concealed damage, file a claim with CHAUVET®
the merchandise.
Convention Meaning
• 1 x Footswitch
• 1 x Warranty Card
• 1 x Quick Reference Guide
operation information. Failure to comply with this information may
render th e product partially or completely inoperative, caus e
information. Failure to comply with thi s information may pr event
This paragraph reminds you of useful, alt hough not critical,
information.
Information
omissions that may appear in t his manual.
exi sting document or t o create a new doc ument to correct any errors or omis sions.
You can download the latest version of t his manual from www.chauvetlighting.com.
© Copyright 2012 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the U nited S tates of America.
A. Diaz 1/11/12 S. Graham 3/1/12
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Safety Notes
• Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the
Glance
Use on Dimmer
Out door Use
Sound Activated
DMX
Master/Slave
Please read the following Safet y Not es car eful ly bef ore working with the product. The
Notes include important safety information about installation, usage, and maintenance.
• Always connect the product to a grounded circ uit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
• Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing
the fuse.
• Avo id dir ect eye exp osur e to the l ight source while th e product is on.
• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect the product from power cord by pulli ng or tugging on the cord.
• If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening devi ce using a
safety ca ble.
• Make sure there are no fl am mable materi als cl ose to the product when operating.
• Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
• The product is for indoor use onl y! (IP20) To pr event risk of f ire or s hock, d o not
expose the product to rain or moisture.
• Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50
cm) from ad jacent surfaces.
• Be su re that no ventil ation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
• Nev er connect the product to a di mmer .
• Make sure to replace the f use with another of t he same t y pe and rating.
• Nev er carry the product from t he power cord or any moving part. Al w ays use the
hanging/mounting bracket or the handles.
• The maximum ambient tempera ture ( Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate the
product at higher temperatures.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.
• Nev er try t o repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to
damage or mal function. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assist ance
Auto Programs
Auto-ranging Power Supply
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceab le
Duty Cycle
• Keep this User Manual for future use. If you sell the product t o another user, be
sure that they also receive th i s document.
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Product Overview
Light Adjustment Knob (x 4)
Power Outputs for
Additional Fixtures
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Product Dimensions
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