Lightronics TL4008 User Manual

TL - 4008

MEMORY CONTROL CONSOLE

OWNERS MANUAL

VERSION 1.4

02/17/2005

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TL - 4008 MEMORY CONTROL CONSOLE

Revision 1.4 OWNERS MANUAL 02/17/2005

SPECIFICATIONS

Number of channels 16 or 8 depending on mode
Operating modes 8 channels x 2 manual scenes
16 channels x 1 manual scene
8 channels and 8 recorded scenes
Scene memory 8 scenes total
Chase 2 programmable 40 step chases
Control protocol LMX-128 (multiplex)
USITT DMX-512 is optional

Other features of the TL-4008 include: grand master fader, split dipless crossfader, momentary "bump" buttons,
and blackout control. Two 40 step chases may be run simultaneously for complex patterns. Chase rate is set by
tapping the rate button at the desired rate. Scenes and chases stored in the unit are not lost when the unit is
turned off.

INSTALLATION

The TL-4008 control console should be kept away from moisture and direct sources of heat.
LMX CONNECTIONS: Connect the unit to a Lightronics (or compatible) dimmer using a multiplex control cable

with 3 pin XLR connectors. The TL-4008 is powered by the dimmer which it is connected to. It may also be
powered via an optional external power supply. The unit will operate with dimmers in both the NSI/SUNN and
Lightronics modes. All dimmers connected to the unit MUST be in the

DMX CONNECTIONS: Connect the unit to a DMX dimmer using a control cable with 5 pin XLR connectors. The
DMX-512 connection does NOT provide console power therefore an external power supply (provided with units
having DMX option) must be used.

PIN # SIGNAL NAME

LMX-128 Connector Wiring

(3 PIN FEMALE XLR)

1 Common
2

Phantom power from dimmers

Normally +15VDC

3 LMX-128 multiplex signal

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

X Faders: Controls individual channel levels for channels 1 – 8.
Y Faders: Controls level of scenes or individual channels depending on current operating mode.
Cross Faders: Fades between X and Y row faders.
Bump Buttons: Activates associated channels at full intensity while pressed.
Chase Select: Turns chases on and off.
Chase Rate: Press three or more times at desired rate to set chase speed.
Y Mode Indicators: Indicate current operating mode of Y faders.
Y Mode Button: Selects operating mode of Y faders.
Blackout Button: Turns on and off console output from all scenes, channels, and chases.
Blackout Indicator: Lighted when blackout is active.
Grand Master: Adjusts output level of all console functions.
Record Button: Records scenes and chase patterns.
Record Indicator: Flashes when chase or scene recording is active.

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Output connector 3 pin female XLR connector
5 pin female XLR for DMX-512
Compatibility Multiplex protocol compatible
with other multiplex systems
Power input 13VAC or +15VDC
Optional external power supply
Dimensions 10.25"W X 9.25"D X 2.5"H
Weight 4.4 Pounds

SAME mode.

DMX-512 Connector Wiring

(5 PIN FEMALE XLR)

PIN # SIGNAL NAME

1 Common
2 DMX data -
3 DMX data +
4 Not Used
5 Not Used