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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin .......................................................................................................... 3
Claims ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Introduction ................................................................................................................... 5
3. Setup .............................................................................................................................. 6
Fuse Replacement .................................................................................................................................... 6
Orientation ................................................................................................................................................. 7
Rigging ...................................................................................................................................................... 7
4. Operation ....................................................................................................................... 8
Starting Address ........................................................................................................................................ 8
15CH ......................................................................................................................................................... 9
3-CH .......................................................................................................................................................... 9
Sound-Active Mode ................................................................................................................................. 10
Automatic Mode ....................................................................................................................................... 10
Master/Slave Mode .................................................................................................................................. 10
Footswitch Operation ............................................................................................................................... 11
5. Technical Information ..................................................................................................12
6. Technical Specifications ..............................................................................................13
Contact Us ........................................................................................................................14
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What Is

Unpacking
Instructions

and check the container to make sure all the
included accessories) appear damaged from
, damage not related to shipping,
Text
1–512
A range of values
50/60
A set of values of which only one can be chosen
Settings
A menu option not to be modified
Menu > Settings
A sequence of menu options to be followed
<ENTER>
A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel
ON
A value to be entered or selected

Symbols

Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not damage to the product, or cause harm to the operator.

Disclaimer

are subject to change
ity for any errors or omissions,
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Included

Claims

Conventions
• 4BAR™
• Carrying Case
• Power Cord
• Tripod
Carefully unpack the product immediately parts are in the package and are in good condition.
If the box or the contents (the product and 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 or concealed damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery.
Convention Meaning
Symbol Meaning
• Tripod Carrying Case
• Footswitch
• Warranty Card
• Quick Reference Guide
The information and specifications contained in this User Manual without notice. Chauvet assumes no responsibility or liabil and reserves the right to revise or recreate this manual at an y ti me. D version from www.chauvetlighting.com.
© Copyright 2014 Chauvet. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
Author Date Editor Date
M. Trouard 08/27/14 A. Leon 11/4/14
following these instructions may make the product not work, cause
Important installation or configuration information. The product may not function correctly if this information is not used.
Useful information.
4BAR™ User Manual (Rev. 6) Page 3 of 14
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Safety Notes

;
Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Glance
Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound Activated DMX Master/Slave
These notes include important information about mounting, usage, and maintenance read before using the product.
• Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
• Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing
the fuse.
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect the product from power by pulling or tugging on the cord.
• If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a
safety cable.
• Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating.
•
• Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which y ou are conne cti ng the
product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
• The product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do 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 adjacent surfaces.
• Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
• Never connect the product to a dimmer.
• Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
• Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. Always carry by
the bar or carrying case.
• The maximum ambient temperature (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.
• Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to
damage or malfunction. Contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
• This product is not intended for permanent installation.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use
Auto Programs Auto-ranging Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle
• Keep this User Manual for future use. If you sell the product to another user, be sure to give this document to the next owner.
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2. INTRODUCTION

Overview

Dimensions

Back Panel View
Power In
Fuse Holder
LED Display
DMX In/Out
Microphone
Footswitch
Connection
Front View
Pan Angle Adjustment
Knobs (4)
Tilt Angle
Adjustment Knob
Sound Sensitivity Adjustment Knob
Clamp Hanging Bolts
Tripod Insertion Point
4BAR™ User Manual (Rev. 6) Page 5 of 14

AC Power

ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage
circuit breaker, power outlet, and
(circuit breaker or fuse). Make
an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of
a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even
Fuse
Installed fuse (held by plastic clip)
Spare fuse holder
(inside safety cap)
Safety cap

3. SETUP

The 4BAR™ has an auto­range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
To determine the product’s power requirements ( wiring), use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart. The listed current rating indicates the product’s average current draw under normal conditions.
Always connect the product to a protected circuit sure the product has electrocution or fire.
Never connect the product to if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0~100% switch.
Replacement
Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse.
1. Disconnect the product from power.
2. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
3. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
4. Remove the blown fuse from the holder.
5. Replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.
6. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
A spare fuse is not included; however, the safety cap has room for a spare.
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Mounting

, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in
may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate ventilation
Mount the
Clamp Hanging Bolts
Before mounting the product the Safety Notes.

Orientation

The 4BAR™ is provided around the product.

Rigging

• Before deciding on a location, always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming.
• Make sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting the product can support the product’s weight (see the Technical Specifications
).
• When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. product securely to a rigging point, such as an elevated platform or a truss.
• When rigging the product onto a truss, you should use mounting clamps of appropriate weight capacity.
• The adjustment knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming the product to the desired angle. Only loosen o r tighten the b racket knobs manually. Using tools could damage the knobs.
• When mounting to the tripod, be sure the stand is tightened properly and leveled.
Mounting Diagram
Tripod Insertion Point
4BAR™ User Manual (Rev. 6) Page 7 of 14

Control Panel
Operation

functions, use the four buttons located underneath the
<UP>

Menu Map

DMX
Personalities
3-CH
15CH
Sound Active
Mode
Auto Program
Speed

DMX
Configuration

When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels
choose a starting address that is too high, you could
DMX channels in single DMX mode, which defines the highest
download the DMX Primer from

4. OPERATION

To access the control panel display.
Button Function
<MENU>
<DOWN>
Mode Programming Steps Description
Automatic Mode AUTO
Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
3. Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input socket on the product.
Selects an operation mode or to backs out of the current menu option Scrolls up the list of options or selects a higher value Scrolls down the list of options or selects a lower value
d 1–d512
SND
S-- S 1–S100
Sets DMX personality and starting address Sets Sound Active mode
Sets Auto Program Sets Auto Program speed

Starting Address

the selected DMX mode uses. If you restrict the access to some of the product’s channels.
The 4BAR™ uses up to 15 configurable address to 498.
If unfamiliar with DMX or DIP switches,
www.chauvetlighting.com.
To select the starting address, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 512, AUTO, or SND shows on the display.
2. Immediately use <UP> or <DOWN> until 512 shows on the display (if it is not showing already).
3. Wait 5 seconds until 3-CH or 15CH shows on the display.
4. Press <MENU> until A.*** shows on the display.
5. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address.
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DMX Channel Modes, Assignments, and Values

000 ó 009
250 ó 255
RGB color-mixing mode
Sound-active
000 ó 008 009 ó 255
No function Dimmer 1–100%
000
001 ó 255
No function Strobe (slow to fast)
4
Red 1
000 ó 255
Red 1 (0–100%)
5
Green 1
000 ó 255
Green 1 (0–100%)
6
Blue 1
000 ó 255
Blue 1 (0–100%)
7
Red 2
000 ó 255
Red 2 (0–100%)
8
Green 2
000 ó 255
Green 2 (0–100%)
9
Blue 2
000 ó 255
Blue 2 (0–100%)
10
Red 3
000 ó 255
Red 3 (0–100%)
11
Green 3
000 ó 255
Green 3 (0–100%)
12
Blue 3
000 ó 255
Blue 3 (0–100%)
13
Red 4
000 ó 255
Red 4 (0–100%)
14
Green 4
000 ó 255
Green 4 (0–100%)
15
Blue 4
000 ó 255
Blue 4 (0–100%)
1
Red
000 ó 255
0–100%
2
Green
000 ó 255
0–100%
3
Blue
000 ó 255
0–100%

15CH

Channel Function Value Setting
1 Control/Operating Mode
2 Dimmer
3 Strobe
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
Automatic 1 Automatic 2 Automatic 3 Automatic 4 Automatic 5 Automatic 6 Automatic 7 Automatic 8 Automatic 9 Automatic 1 0 Automatic 1 1 Automatic 1 2
RGB Color Mixing Pod 1
RGB Color Mixing Pod 2
RGB Color Mixing Pod 3
RGB Color Mixing Pod 4

3-CH

Channel Function Value Setting
4BAR™ User Manual (Rev. 6) Page 9 of 14

Standalone

Configuration

connected to a DMX controller.
s in standalone mode may transmit DMX signals that could interfere with
Master/Slave
unit (the “master”) to control the actions
units (the “slaves”) without the need of a DMX controller. The
master unit will be set to operate in either Automatic or Sound Active mode, while the
ve Mode. Once set and connected, the slave
all the slave units before connecting the master unit to the DMX
Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave
may interfere with the signals from the
Sound-Active
Mode
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to contr ol 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 (Sound-Active, Automatic, Master/Slave) to a DMX daisy chain Product the DMX signals from the controller.
To enable the Sound-Active mode, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 512, AUTO, or SND shows on the display.
2. Immediately use <UP> or <DOWN> until SND shows on the display (if it is not showing already).
3. Wait 5 seconds.
4. Turn the music on and adjust the microphone sensitivity until the product begins to react to the sound of the music.
The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).

Automatic Mode

Mode
To enable the Automatic mode, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 512, AUTO, or SND shows on the display.
2. Immediately use <UP> or <DOWN> until AUTO shows on the display (if it is not showing already).
3. Wait 5 seconds.
4. Press <MENU> until S.*** shows on the display.
5. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to adjust the auto program speed.
The Master/Slave mode allows a single 4BAR™ of one or more 4BAR™
slave units will be set to operate in Sla units will operate in unison with the master unit.
Configure the units as indicated below.
Slave units:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 512, AUTO, or SND shows on the display.
2. Immediately use <UP> or <DOWN> until 512 shows on the display (if it is not showing already).
3. Wait 5 seconds until d.*** shows on the display.
4. Set the DMX address to 001.
5. Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master unit.
6. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave units to the DMX output of the previous slave unit.
7. Finish setting and connecting all the slave units.
Master unit:
8. Set the master unit to operate in either Automatic or Sound mode .
9. Make the master unit the first unit in the DMX daisy chain.
• Configure
daisy chain.
•
operation because the controller master unit.
• Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master unit.
The 4BAR™ is linkable with the 4BAR™ TRI.
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Footswitch
change programs,
1 x press
White 2 x press
Red
3 x press
Green
4 x press
Blue 5 x press
Yellow
6 x press
Magenta
7 x press
Cyan
8 x press
Color change every second in a continuous loop
9 x press
Color change every 3 seconds in a continuous loop
2
(Sound)
The included footswitch provides quick access to preset colors, color-
Operation
and sound-activation through the 4BAR™ microphone.
To use the footswitch:
1. Power the product on.
2. Connect the footswitch to the 4BAR™ with the 4-pin connection cable w ith plug.
3. Press pedal #1 (Preset) to activate control. When working, all the LEDs will light white, which is the first function of pedal #1.
4. Use the chart below to activate the desired function.
To disconnect the footswitch:
1. Unplug the footswitch from the 4BAR™.
2. Unplug the power cable from the 4BAR™.
3. Power the 4BAR™ again to operate without the footswitch.
Pedal Sub-option
Function
1
(Preset)
N/A Sound-activated
The 4BAR™ footswitch will work properly in any mode. No settings need to be modified before using the footswitch.
4BAR™ User Manual (Rev. 6) Page 11 of 14
Product
up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can
To maintain optimum
Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on
, you should keep the contact
faces carefully after cleaning

5. TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Dust build-
Maintenance
lead to reduction of the light source’s life and mechanical wear. performance and minimize wear, clean the product at least twice a month. However, usage and environmental conditions contribute to increased cleaning frequency.
To clean the product, follow the instructions below:
1. Unplug the product from power.
2. Wait until the product is at room temperature.
3.
the external surface.
4. Clean all external optics and transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution,
ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
5. Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint-free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
6. Softly wipe any dirt or grime to the outside edges of the external optics or
transparent surface.
7. Gently polish the external optics and transparent surfaces until they are free of haze
and lint.
8. When cleaning units with one or more mov able mirr or s
with the mirror’s surface to a minimum to avoid scratching or damaging it.
Always dry the external optics and transparent sur them.
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Dimensions and
Length
Width
Height
Weight
48 in (1,129 mm)
2.2 in (55 mm)
11.2 in (285 mm)
29 lb (11.2 kg)
Stand Height
Adjustable: 59~91 in
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
Switching (internal)
100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Auto-ranging
Parameter
120 V, 60 Hz
230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption
48 W (0.4 A)
37 W (0.2 A)
Power I/O
U.S./Worldwide
Input/Output Connectors
IEC/Edison
Power Cord plug
Edison (U.S.)
Light Source
Type
Power
Lifespan
LED (10 mm)
0.25 W
50,000 hours
Color
Quantity
Current
Red
144
20 mA
Green
144
20 mA
Blue
144
20 mA
Photo Optic
Parameter
Value (per light)
Illuminance @ 1 m
980 lux
Beam angle
21°
Field angle
33°
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
Cooling System
104 °F (40 °C)
Convection
DMX
I/O Connectors
Connector Type
Channel Range
3-pin XLR
Sockets
3 or 15
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
Item Number
4BAR™
03030047
4BAR

6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Weight
4BAR™ User Manual (Rev. 6) Page 13 of 14

Returns

Support office and request a Return
provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the
You must send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, and with its original packing
the following information on a piece of paper
properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate
reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned
C
WORLD HEADQUARTERS - Chauvet
General Informati on
Toll free: (800) 762-1084
Technical Support
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com
UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND - Chauvet Europe Ltd.
General Informati on
Fax: +44 (0)17 73 511110
Technical Support
MEXICO - Chauvet Mexico
General Informati on
Voice: +52 (728) 285-5000
Technical Support
Outside the U.S., United Kingdom , Ireland, or Mexic o, contact the dealer of record and follow their
website for contact
information.
To return a product or reques t supp ort :
• In the U.S., contact Chauvet World Headquarters (see below).
• In the UK or Ireland, contact Chauvet Europe Ltd. (see below).
• In Mexico, contact Chauvet Mexico. (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.
Call the corresponding Chauvet Technical Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product. Be prepared to
return.
and accessories. Chauvet will not issue call tags. Clearly label the package with the RMA number. Chauvet will refuse any product
returned without an RMA number.
Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label. DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box.
Before sending the product, clearly write and place it inside the box:
• Your name
• Your address
• Your phone number
• The RMA number
• A brief description of the problem
Be sure to pack the product packaging will be your responsibility. FedEx packing or double-boxing are recommended.
Chauvet product(s).
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ONTACT US
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Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue Sunrise, FL 33351 Voice: (954) 577-4455 Fax: (954) 92 9-5560
Address: Unit 1C
Brookhill Road Industrial Estate Pinxton, Nottingham, UK NG16 6NT
Voice: +44 (0)1773 511115
Address: Av. Santa Ana 30 Parque Industrial Lerm a Lerma, Mexico C.P. 5200 0
instructions to request support or to return a product. Visit the Chauvet
Voice: (954) 577-4455 (Press 4) Fax: (954) 75 6-8015 Email: tech@chauvetlighting.com
Email: uktech@chauvetlighting.com World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.co.uk
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