ETC Source Four CE Mini User Manual

CE User Manual

Revision B

Copyright © 2013 Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc.

Product information and specifications subject to change.

Part Number:

All Rights reserved.

7063M1210

Released: 2013-07

Rev B

Table of Contents

Source Four Mini CE Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Basic Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Install Lens Tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Adjusting the yoke position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Setting the angle with the yoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Locking the rotation in the canopy and track-mount variations. . 5

Focusing the beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Shaping the Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Gobo Pattern Projection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Colour Frame Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Replacing the Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Cleaning the Glass Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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We, Electronic Theatre Controls Limited

declare under sole responsibility that the product:

Product name: Source Four Mini luminaire

Product type/model: Source Four Mini Canopy mount, Source Four Mini

Track mount & Source Four Mini Clamp mount.
Versions fitted with tungsten lamp.

Item numbers: One sample of each type

to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following Standards:

EN 60598-1:2008 Luminaires. General requirements and tests

EN 60598-2-6:1995 Luminaires. Particular requirements. Luminaires with built-in

transformers for filament lamps

EN 60598-2-17:1989 Luminaires. Particular requirements. Specification for luminaires

for stage lighting, television, film and photographic studios
(outside and indoor)

following the provisions of EU LV Directive(s) 2006/95/EC

EN 55015:2006 Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance

characteristics of electrical lighting and similar equipment

EN 61547:2009 Equipment for general lighting purposes. EMC immunity

requirements

EN 61000-3-2:2006 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Limits. Limits for harmonic

current emissions (equipment input current up to and including
16 A per phase) Class C

EN 61000-3-3:2008 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Limits. Limitation of

voltage changes, voltage fluctuations and flicker in public low­voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current <= 16 A
per phase and not subject to conditional connection

following the provisions of EU EMC Directive(s) 2004/108/EC

Source Four Mini CE Guidelines

Read the entire User Manual before using the equipment.

WARNING:

• Do not mount the Source Four Mini CE on or near a flammable

• The Source Four Mini CE is suitable for indoor use only with a

• Maximum exterior surface temperature: 125°C.

• Relative humidity 90% maximum, non-condensing

• If the external cable is damaged, it shall be replaced by ETC or our

• Always hang the Source Four Mini CE with the colour frame held

• Always replace the lamp if it becomes damaged or thermally

• Disconnect the unit from power before all cleaning and maintenance.

• Keep the luminaire at least 3cm away from any lit surface. Lighted

Please note the following safety precautions:

surface.

maximum ambient temperature: 40°C.

service agents.

securely behind the retaining clip.

deformed.

objects at this distance or greater will not exceed 90°C temperature
from projected light.

1

Introduction

Portable TrackCanopy

The Source Four Mini has four field-angle choices and comes in a portable version
with a yoke mounted transformer, a canopy-mount design with an integral
transformer, and a track-mount design with an integral transformer. Surprisingly
bright for its size, the Mini offers crystal-clear image projection and a bright, even
field.

There are three versions of the Source Four Mini. This manual covers common
features for all versions. For information on installing the canopy and track-mount
variations, see the Source Four Mini Canopy and Track-Mount Kits Installation
Guide.

WARNING:

WARNING:

Note:

Note:

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Please note the following safety warnings before use:

Do not mount the luminaire on or near combustible
surfaces.

Always hang the luminaire with the colour frame retaining
clip in the locked position.

Track Mount Version

To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock, use only with
EUTRAC track system.

Dimmable by most forward and reverse phase dimmers. Reverse
phase dimmers are recommended for best performance.
Forward phase dimming may result in an audible noise and
should be tested before installation.

The Source Four Mini yoke has a C-clamp hole for an M10 bolt.

Basic Assembly

Shutter Barrel

Gobo Pattern

Holder Slot

Colour frame

retainer clip

Yoke

Colour frame

Shutters x4

Lens tube

Lamp housing

Lamp housing

knob

Beam focus

knob

INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Lighted lamp is HOT!

WARNING - To reduce the risk of FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE UV RADIATION, OR INJURY TO PERSONS:

1) Turn off/unplug and allow to cool before replacing lamp.

2) Lamp gets HOT quickly! Do not turn power on again before the fixture is
reassembled.

3) Do not touch hot lens, guard, or enclosure.

5) Do not use in proximity to normally flammable materials.

6) Use only with a lamp rated at 50W or less.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

3

Install Lens Tube

Beam focus knob

Yoke locking

knob

A lens tube must be installed prior to use of the Source Four Mini. There are four
lens tubes available; 19°, 26°, 36°, and 50°.

Step 1: Unscrew the beam focus knob from the loose lens tube.
Step 2: Slide the lens tube into the shutter barrel.
Step 3: Install the beam focus knob.

Adjustments

Adjusting the yoke position

The Source Four Mini provides multi-positioning capabilities within its yoke for
overall luminaire angle.

Setting the angle with the yoke

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Step 1: Loosen the yoke locking knob. Do not remove the knob.
Step 2: Tilt the luminaire to the desired position.
Step 3: Tighten the yoke locking knob to secure position.

Locking the rotation in the canopy and track-mount variations

Yoke lock

Beam focus knob

Step 1: Rotate the luminaire into the desired position. Luminaire will be

Step 2: Insert a 1.5mm Allen wrench into the small hole on the yoke lock.
Step 3: Turn wrench to tighten down the yoke lock.

prevented from rotating completely around to protect the wiring.

Focusing the beam

Step 1: Loosen the beam

Step 2: Slide the lens tube

Step 3: Once the luminaire is

focus knob located
under the barrel. Do
not remove the knob.

forward or backward to
achieve the desired
beam edge.

focused, tighten the
beam focus knob.

Shaping the Beam

The beam can be shaped using
the four shutters or with a gobo pattern.

The Source Four Mini has four shutters:
left, right, top, and bottom. Each shutter
can be pulled out or pushed in to create
the desired beam shape.

5

Gobo Pattern Projection

The Source Four Mini has a gobo holder slot on the
top side of the shutter barrel, in front of the shutter. It
accommodates a E-size (37.5mm with a 25.4mm
image area) gobo pattern holder.

Use an optional donut in the colour frame holder to
enhance pattern projection.

When the slot is not in use, a small sheet metal cover
secured with a Phillips screw prevents light leakage.

Step 1: Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the

screw on the slot cover. Do not remove the
screw.

Step 2: Slide the cover completely forward to

expose the slot.
Step 3: Insert the gobo holder.
Step 4: Slide the slot cover back toward the

shutters until it meets the handle. Leave

enough space to move the handle.
Step 5: Secure the slot cover by tightening the

screw.

Shown at

actual size.

Retaining

clip

Colour Frame Holder

2.54cm Diameter

Colour Frame Holder

The Source Four Mini comes equipped with a 70mm colour frame, which is a metal
frame used to hold colour media (often referred to as gel) in front of the lens. The
colour frame holder is equipped with a retaining clip that prevents the colour frame
from falling out.

WARNING:

Note:

Step 1: Release the retaining clip by gently

Step 2: Insert the colour frame.
Step 3: Lock the retaining clip by gently pushing it

Additional accessories are available for the Mini that
also fit into the colour frame holder. Those
accessories are top hat, short top hat, half hat, short
half hat, and donut. When an accessory is used, the colour frame should be
installed in the rear slot of the holder.

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Make sure the colour frame is locked in position with the
retaining clip.

The colour frame should be inserted open side down.

pushing it up.

down.

Replacing the Lamp

Step 1: Disconnect power to the Source Four Mini before installing the lamp.
Step 2: Loosen the brass lamp housing knob on the back of the lamp housing. The

knob is not captured so it may come loose from the luminaire.
Step 3: Pull the lamp housing away from the luminaire body.
Step 4: Pull on the lamp carefully to remove it from the lamp housing.
Step 5: Gently push down on the

replacement lamp until it is seated in

place.
Step 6: Re-align the housing into the grooves

of the luminaire.
Step 7: Align the knob with the hole, and

tighten the lamp housing knob.

Lamp housing

Lamp housing

knob

WARNING:

CAUTION:

CAUTION:

Note:

Allow the lamp housing to cool before replacing the lamp.

RISK OF FIRE - Use an MR16 lamp rated at 50 Watts or less.

DRY LOCATIONS ONLY.

It is recommended to use an MR16 lamp with a nominal beam
angle of 38 degrees.

7

Cleaning the Glass Lens

WARNING:

Step 1: Remove the beam focus knob from the barrel.
Step 2: Remove the lens tube from the barrel.
Step 3: Remove dust with a blast of oil-free air or wipe with a clean, lint-free cloth.

Step 4: Slide the lens tube back into the barrel with the colour frame retainer clip

Step 5: Reinstall the beam focus knob.

Do not use ammonia-based or other harsh commercial
cleaners. Clean lens only as directed.

Commercially available glass cleaning agents should be
avoided as they may contain ammonia, other harsh chemical
detergents, or abrasive agents. These cleaners may damage
the glass surface and the Anti-Reflective coatings. Do not
immerse or soak the glass in any cleaning solution.

Isopropyl alcohol, distilled water, or a 50%-50% mixture of each can be
used to clean the glass surface.

on the top.

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