Robe CityFlex 48 User Manual
Version 1.
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Table of contents
1. Safety instructions ...................................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Fixture exterior view ................................................................................................................................................... 4
3. Installation .................................................................................................................................................................. 5
3.1 Rigging the fixture ................................................................................................................................................. 5
3.2 Connection to the mains ...................................................................................................................................... 6
3.3 DMX 512 connection ............................................................................................................................................ 6
3.4 Wireless DMX operation ....................................................................................................................................... 7
4. CityFlex 48 - DMX protocol ......................................................................................................................................... 8
5. Control menu map .................................................................................................................................................... 13
6. Fixture menu ............................................................................................................................................................. 15
6.1 Fixture Address ................................................................................................................................................... 15
6.2 Fixture information ............................................................................................................................................. 15
6.3 Personality .......................................................................................................................................................... 16
6.4 Manual mode ...................................................................................................................................................... 18
6. 5 Test sequences................................................................................................................................................... 18
6.6 Stand-alone setting ............................................................................................................................................. 18
6.7 Special functions ................................................................................................................................................. 19
7. RDM .......................................................................................................................................................................... 21
8. Error and information messages .............................................................................................................................. 22
9. Technical specifications ............................................................................................................................................ 23
10. Cleaning and maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 25
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FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE POWERING OR INSTALLING YOUR CityFlex 48 !
Save it for future reference.
This device has left our premises in absolutely perfect condition. In order to maintain this condition and to ensure a
safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in
this manual.
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of this manual
or any unauthorized modification to the device.
Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are not subject to warranty.
1. Safety instructions
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT!
Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel of the fixture.
This fixture should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supplied, consult your authorized distributor or local power company.
Always disconnect the fixture from AC power before cleaning, removing or installing the fuses, or any part.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.
Make sure that the power cord is never crimped or damaged by sharp edges. Check the fixture and the power cord
from time to time.
Do not install the unit near naked flames.
During the operation the housing becomes hot (up to 80°C)
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
This fixture falls under protection class I. Therefore this fixture has to be connected to a mains socket outlet with
a protective earthing connection.
Do not connect this fixture to a dimmer pack.
LED light emission. Risk of eye injury.
Do not look straight at the fixture´s LEDs during operation. The intense light beam may damage your eyes.
Keep compustible materials at least 20 cm away from the fixture.
If the fixture has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not switch it on
immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your device. Leave the device switched off until it has
reached room temperature.
Avoid brute force when installing or operating the fixture.
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The fixture was designed for both indoor and outdoor use. This fixture must not be used for underwater
installation.
When choosing the installation spot, please make sure that the fixture is not exposed to extreme heat or dust.
Avoid using the unit in locations subject to possible impacts.
The fixture body never must be covered with cloth or other materials.
Only operate the fixture after having checked that the housing is firmly closed and all screws are tightly fastened.
Make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked when rigging, derigging or servicing the fixture.
Do not block the front objective LEDs with any object when the fixture is under operation.
The fixture becomes very hot during operation. Allow the fixture to cool approximately 30 minutes prior to
manipulate with it.
Operate the fixture only after having familiarized with its functions. Do not permit operation by persons not
qualified for operating the fixture. Most damages are the result of unprofessional operation!
Do not attempt to dismantle or modify the unit.
Please consider that unauthorized modifications on the fixture are forbidden due to safety reasons!
Please use the original packaging if the fixture is to be transported.
If this device will be operated in any way different to the one described in this manual, the product may suffer
damages and the guarantee becomes void. Furthermore, any other operation may lead to dangers like shortcircuit, burns, electric shock etc.
2. Fixture exterior view
1. LED modules
2. Bases of LED modules
3. Control board
4. Base
5. Antenna (Wireless DMX version only)
6. Power cord
7. LED modules supply connectors
8. DMX IN/OUT
9. Adjustable joints
10. Pan lock
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3. Installation
Warning for wireless DMX version of the CityFlex 48!
The antenna must be instaled on the fixture to keep declared IP rating of the fixture!
3.1 Rigging the fixture
The CityFlex 48 can be rigged in any orientation on a truss without altering its operation characteristics. Installation
on the truss allows the mounting adapter (1) fastened to the fixture base with four bolts M8 (2) and the Omega
holder (3) for fastening clamp.Pull through the safety rope (4) under the mounting adapter and over the trussing
system.
For overhead use, always install a safety rope (4) that can hold at least 10 times the weight of the fixture. You must
only use safety rope with screw-on carbine.
Ensure that the structure (truss) to which you are attaching
the fixture is secure
Caution: Fixtures may cause severe injuries when crashing down! If you have doubts concerning the safety of a
possible installation, do not install the device and consult installation with an expert.
Each of the four LED modules can be adjusted to many positions by 10° steps and this way the CityFlex can create
different patterns. The pan can be adjusted in range of +/-50°.
There is a possibility to install the LED modules and the base separately on the truss. In this case, you need adapter
CF (it is not standard part of delivery, must be order extra) for rigging LED modules on the truss. The length of the
connection cables between the base and the LED modules has to be specified in order (e.g. Cable Conecting M/F
CGRBB-03, 5m (No. 1305 1864).
If the LED modules and the base are installed separately on the metal structure (LED modules and the base are
galvanic interconnected), the LED modules fall under protection class I and must be grounded in accordance with
all national and local electrical and construction regulations.
Adapter CF
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In case that LED modules and the base are installed separately on the insulant e.g. wall (LED modules and the base
are not galvanic interconnected), the LED modules fall under protection class 3 and do not need to be grounded.
3.2 Connection to the mains
Fixtures must be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with all national
and local electrical and construction codes and regulations.
Install a suitable plug on the power cord, note that the cores in the power cord are colored according to the
following table.
C
ore (Eu) C
ore (US) Connection
Plug Terminal Marking
Brown
Black
Live L
Light blue
White
Neutral
N
Yellow/Green Green Earth
This device falls under class one and must be grounded!
3.3 DMX 512 connection
The fixture is equipped with two 5-pin XLR connectors for DMX input/output. Only use a shielded twisted-pair
cable designed for RS-485 and 5-pin XLR- connectors in order to connect the controller with the fixture or one
fixture with another.
Wiring of the XLR connectors:
DMX output DMX input
XLR socket (rear view): XLR plug (rear view):
1
– Shield
2
- Signal (-)
3
- Signal (+)
4
– Not connected
5
– Not connected
To build a DMX chain
1. Connect the DMX output of the controller directly with the DMX input of the first fixture in the DMX chain.
2. Connect the DMX output of the first fixture in the DMX chain with the DMX input of the next fixture.
3. Always connect the DMX output with the input of the next fixture until all fixtures are connected.
Do not overload the link. Max. 32 fixtures may be connected on a DMX link.
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Caution: Terminate the link by installing a termination plug in the output of the last fixture. The termination plug is
a male 3-pin XLR plug with a 120 Ohm resistor soldered between Signal (–) and Signal (+).
3.4 Wireless DMX operation
The wireless version of the CityFlex 48 is equipped with the Lumen Radio CRMX module and antenna for receiving
DMX signal. CRMX module operates on the 2.4 GHz band.
1. Select wireless DMX input from the menu PErS (PErS-->dM.IM.-->dM.UL.).
2. To link the fixture with DMX transmitter.
The fixture can be only linked with the transmitter by running the link procedure at DMX transmitter .
After linking , the level of DMX signal ( 0-100 %) is displayed in the menu
item “r.InF“ (SPEC-->rAdI.--> r.InF.)
3. To unlink the fixture from DMX transmitter.
The fixture can be unlinked from receiver via the menu item “ r.UnL.“ (SPEC-->rAdI.--> r.UnL.).
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4. CityFlex 48 - DMX protocol
Version 1.4 (Software version 2.8 and higher)
Mode/Channel
Value Function
Type of
control
1 2 3 4 5
6 7
1 - - 1 - -
-
0-255
Red -
all
pixels
Red LEDs saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
2 - - 2 - -
-
0-255
Green
- all pixels
Green LEDs saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
3 - - 3 - -
-
0-255
Blue
- all
pixels
Blue LEDs saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
4 - - 4 - -
-
0-255
White
- all
pixels
White LEDs saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
- 1 1 - - 1 1
0-255
Red pixel 1
Red LED saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
- 2 2 - - 2 2
0-255
Green
pixel
1
Green LED saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
- 3 3 - - 3 3
0-255
Blue
pixel 1
Blue LED saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
-
4
4
-
- - 0-255
White
pixel
1
White LED saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
- - - - - - 4
0-255
Dimmer
1
Dimmer intensity from 0-100%
proportional
- 5 5 - - 4 5
0-255
Red pixel 2
Red LED saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
- 6 6 - -
5
6
0-255
Green
pixel 2
Green LED saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
- 7 7 - -
6
7
0-255
Blue
pixel 2
Blue LED saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
- 8 8 - - - 0-255
White
pixel
2
White LED saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
- - - - - - 8
0-255
Dimmer
2
Dimmer intensity from 0-100%
proportional
- 9 9 - - 7 9
0-255
Red pixel 3
Red LED saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
- 10 10 - - 8 10
0-255
Green
pixel 3
Green LED saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
- 11 11 - - 9 11
0-255
Blue
pixel 3
Blue LED saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
- 12 12 - - - 0-255
White
pixel
3
White LED saturation control (0-100%)
proportional
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