Jands 4Pak-D User Manual

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JANDS 4Pak-D

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Copyright & disclaimer

This product is approved for use in Europe and Australia/New Zealand and conforms to the following standards:

EN61000-6-1
EN55015:2000
EN60065

Conformance has been achieved for intended usage in environment E1: Residential.
To ensure continued compliance with EMC Directive 89/336 and the Australian Radio communications Act 1992,

use only high quality data cables with continuous shield, and connectors with conductive back shells. Examples of
such cables are: DMX: Belden 8102 (100% Aluminium foil screen, 65% Copper braid)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not properly
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

reorient or relocate the receiving antenna;
increase the separation between the equipment and receiver;
connect the equipment into an outlet on a different circuit from that to which the receiver is connected;
consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

Disclaimer

Information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on
the part of the vendor. Jands Pty Limited shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from the use
of information or any error contained in this manual. It is recommended that all service and repairs on this product
be carried out by Jands Pty Limited or its authorised service agents. Jands Pty Limited cannot accept any liability
whatsoever for any loss or damage caused by service, maintenance or repair by unauthorised personnel, or by use
other than that intended by the manufacturer. Jands lighting products must only be used for the purpose they were
intended by the manufacturer and in conjunction with the user manual.

Disconnect mains power when not in use.

Designed in Australia by:

JANDS Pty Ltd ACN 001 187 837

Locked Bag 15 40 Kent Rd
MASCOT NSW 1460 MASCOT NSW 2020
Sydney Australia Sydney Australia

Phone: [phone] www.jands.com.au
Fax: [phone] [e-mail]

Manufactured in China.

Copyright JANDS PTY LIMITED 2008 Revision 1.0

All rights reserved 29 November 2008

JANDS 4Pak-D

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Introduction

The 4Pak-D is a four channel integrated desk/dimmer unit with extensive chase and scene
facilities plus the ability to be driven from an external DMX-512 source. It has been designed
for applications where portability and ease of operation are prime considerations.

The 4Pak-Ds enhanced chase facilities include nine factory-programmed chases, the ability to
store nine user chases each up to 32-steps, forward, reverse, and bounce modes, crossfade
mode, and the ability to trigger on the room sound via the inbuilt microphone.

The 4Pak-D includes the ability to replay 5 scenes at once under the control of the 4 channel
faders and the chase level fader.

A DMX input is provided to allow remote control of the dimmer channels from a standard
external control console. The DMX connections also enable up to four 4Pak-Ds to be linked
and used/controlled as one unit. This DMX link functionality uses DMX-RDM data packets
and if desired the 4Pak-D may be used with other RDM equipment.

Before Use

1. Place the 4Pak-D on a flat stable surface. Ensure the area around all chassis vents is

clear with no obstructions.

2. Set all fader levels to zero.

3. Plug lights into the four output sockets. The total and individual channel loadings

should not exceed the specified maximums.

4. Fully uncoil the power cord and plug into an earthed power outlet. Note that the

power inlet connection must remain accessible at all times during use.

5. Switch on the front panel circuit breaker/s.

6. Switch on the power at the wall. When the 4Pak-D has completed scrolling the startup

message the unit is ready for use.

It is recommended that the unit be deep cleared before the start of each different show so that
the operator has a clean slate. Refer to page 5.

During Use

The 4Pak-D may get hot during use, especially at the rear near the vent holes. This is normal
and the vent holes must remain unobstructed for the 4Pak-D to operate correctly. Inadequate
ventilation may result in product shutdown.

Note also that the circuit breaker/s are not a main switch and must not be used to turn the
product on or off. However this breaker may trip during use if the output loading is too high,
if a lamp filament blows, or if there is a faulty output cable. If this occurs, rectify the fault and
return the Master fader to zero before resetting the circuit breaker.

Do not expose this product to dripping or splashing liquids. Do not place objects filled with
liquid anywhere on or near the 4Pak-D chassis.

After Use

Switch off the mains supply at the wall when not in use.