Rosco MIRO Cube 4C, MIRO Cube UV, MIRO Cube WNC User Manual

MIRO CUBE™

USER’S MANUAL

DESIGNED BY THE BLACK TANK

Table of Contents

03

Your MIRO CUBE™

Product Description....................................................................................... 5

What’s In the Box............................................................................................. 7

MIRO CUBE™ Interface.................................................................................. 8

MIRO CUBE™ Series

MIRO CUBE™ 4C............................................................................................... 9

MIRO CUBE™ WNC.......................................................................................... 10

MIRO CUBE™ UV.............................................................................................. 11

MIRO CUBE™ Modes

DMX Mode........................................................................................................ 12

Color Wash Mode............................................................................................ 20

Manual Mode................................................................................................... 16

Beam Angles

Diusing Film................................................................................................... 23

Changing the Diusing Film....................................................................... 24

Table of Contents

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Linear Arrays..................................................................................................... 25

MIRO CUBE™ Support

FCC Warning.......................................................................................................... 28

General Precautions...................................................................................... 29

Warning Messages......................................................................................... 30

Safety Cables.................................................................................................... 27

Product Description

05

MIRO CUBE™

Rosco's innovative MIRO CUBE™ series of LED wash lights packs 48 watts
outputting more than 3000 lumens into a compact and portable 4 inch
cube! The sleek yet rugged, geometric design of the MIRO CUBE™ is
perfectly at home in museums, on track light systems, in stores and lobbies
or built into sets, truss and lighting rigs of all styles.

These luminaires oer the exibility and versatility needed for any type of
lighting challenge. No expensive external power supply or ballast is
required, the MIRO CUBE™ plugs directly into the wall anywhere in the
world, automatically adjusting to mains power from 90-240vAC 50-60hz.
Drawing less than ½ an amp of current, more than 40 MIRO CUBES™ can be
plugged into a single 20A circuit!

An intuitive LCD control panel sets virtually every aspect of the lights
including a master-slave conguration for fast lighting set-ups. Completely
icker free dimming is available via DMX (in 8 or 16 bit resolution).

Product Description

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Mounting these compact 4 inch cubes is limited only by the imagination of
the installer. The novel through bolted yoke design allows units to be easily
ganged into multi-unit strips and arrays for greater output and coverage.
Weighing just 2-1/2 pounds, the MIRO CUBE™ can be attached to standard
architectural lighting track using accessory track adapters. For the easiest
track installation, use our DMX Data Track and pass DMX to all the
luminaires on the track without cable jumpers.

Available in versions that oer full color mixing, tunable color temperature
white light, or high powered ultra-violet light for stunning black-light
eects, the MIRO CUBE™ luminaires are the smallest, most feature packed
and aordable, professional grade LED wash lights on the market.

What’s In the Box

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[1] MIRO CUBE™[1] MIRO CUBE™

[2] Power Cable

[3] Diuser Pack

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40

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MIRO CUBE™ Interface

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MIRO CUBE

DESIGNED BY THE BLACK TANK

MEN U O K

PWR

PWR

IN D MX OUT

POWER LIGHT

LCD DISPLAY

MENU KEY

DMX IN

DMX OUT

POWER PLUG

KEY

KEY

OK KEY

MIRO CUBE™ 4C

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From walls to washes to uplighters, the MIRO
CUBE™ 4C color mixing wash light oers a
designer maximum creativity in a tiny package.
Using best in class RGBW quad color, multi
channel chips, a gorgeous palette of saturated,
mid-tone and pale tint colors can be dialed in
at the touch of a button. And of course, a true
white is always available as well, not the
unattering mixed amber compromise found

in other lights. Smart programming in the
MIRO CUBE™ 4C includes a stand-alone color wash mode or allows multiple
units to be easily slaved together, synchronized and oset using
self-generated DMX for color chases and other dynamic lighting patterns
without a console. Use it alone, congured in strips & arrays or built-in for
virtually any application needing colored light - from stage, studios and
location, bars and casinos, to stores, windows and lobbies.

NOTE: The luminaire should be positioned so that prolonged staring

into the luminaire at a distance closer than 3.3m is not expected.

MIRO CUBE™ WNC

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Size matters. But quality of light matters more!

The MIRO CUBE WNC embodies what every

lighting professional needs - A bright, tunable,

beautiful white light. Using 12 high quality

Cree XML 4W emitters, the MIRO WNC outputs

3100 lumens and can adjust from 2800K to

6500K. A mix of warm, neutral and cool LEDs

insure excellent rendering across all color

temperatures making it perfect for use on TV or
lm sets, in retail lighting, museums, architecture photography studios or
any white light application.

NOTE: The luminaire should be positioned so that prolonged staring

into the luminaire at a distance closer than 0.31m is not expected.

MIRO CUBE™ UV

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Ideally suited for theme parks, night clubs,

casinos, museums and stage applications, MIRO

CUBE™ UV is the smallest, most aordable high

powered UV light available to lighting

professionals. Drawing just 50 watts, it

outperforms conventional long throw xtures

using 5 times the power, weighing 10 times

more, and which need an expensive lamp

change every 1000 hours! The xture allows for
full speed 8 and 16 bit DMX dimming and standalone control (without a
DMX source) via a rear mounted full text LCD display.

WARNING: Do not look directly into the UV light during operation. Eye

and skin exposure to UV light can cause severe damage to humans

and animals. Take every precaution to limit exposure to UV light

(including the use of UV-blocking eye protection).

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DMX Mode

In DMX mode, the unit is controlled by the data it receives on the
ve pin DMX512 connectors located on the rear panel. The number
of DMX channels required to control the xture is dependent on
the factory setting in use (for example - Four Color MIRO CUBES™
use four DMX channels while One Color MIRO CUBES™ use one).

NOTE: A THREE PIN DMX TO FIVE PIN DMX ADAPTOR MAY BE

USED WITH THE FIXTURE AS WELL.

DMX Mode

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There are four user settings that can be adjusted in DMX mode. The
current value of each setting is shown on the main screen.

DMX001 8bit Fade0

Universe1 Temp=77F

To change the DMX address, press MENU until “CHANGE DMX
ADDRESS?” appears on the LCD, and press OK. Select the desired
DMX address using the or keys, and press OK.

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▼

DMX Address:

1

2

3

4

5

UNIVERSE 1 WIRING

SIGNAL-

SIGNAL+

1

2

3

4

5

UNIVERSE 2 WIRING

SIGNAL+

SIGNAL-

DMX Mode

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The MIRO CUBE™ can be controlled via two unique DMX universes.
DMX can be input on pins 2&3 (Universe1) or pins 4&5 (Universe2)
via the 5 pin DMX connectors on the rear panel. This allows two
complete universes of DMX to be transmitted on a single cable.

To change from Universe1 to Universe2 (or from Universe2 to
Universe1) press MENU until “SET TO UNIVERSE 2?” (or “SET TO

UNIVERSE 1?”) appears on the LCD, then press OK

Universe1 or Universe2:

DMX Mode

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The xture can run in either 8 bit or 16 bit DMX mode. In 8 bit
mode, The MIRO CUBE™ accepts one DMX channel for each color.
In 16 bit mode, two channels are required for each color. To
change from 8 bit to 16 bit mode (or from 16 bit to 8 bit) press
MENU until “SET TO 16BIT DMX?” (or “SET TO 8BIT DMX?”)
appears on the LCD, then press OK.

Filament Fade:

An incandescent lamp has a slight delay, or lag with changing
intensities, whereas an LED responds instantly. The dierence is
most noticeable during a theatrical black out. The MIRO CUBE™
can emulate an incandescent lamp by selecting one of the
Tungsten Fade settings.

To change the Tungsten Fade setting, press MENU until “CHANGE
FILAMNT FADE?” appears on the screen, and press OK. Select
from “OFF”, “1 (MIN)”, “2 (MID)” or ”3 (MAX)” using the or
keys, and press OK. A setting of “3 (MAX)” provides the greatest
delay. A setting of “0” will turn the Filament Fade o, and allow
the LEDs to respond instantly to changing DMX input.

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▼

8 bit or 16 bit DMX:

Manual Mode

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WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT ANY MIRO CUBE™ IN MANUAL
MODE TO ANY OTHER DMX SENDING DEVICE AS CONTENTION
ON THE DMX512 INPUT WILL RESULT.

In Manual Mode, the MIRO CUBE™ can be controlled directly from
its rear panel without the need of a DMX console or a DMX control
device. Standalone control capabilities vary according to the
factory setting in use (Four Color, Three Color, or One Color). Factory
settings are password protected but can be adjusted. Contact the
manufacturer for more information.

(All standalone, DMX address and conguration settings are
non-volatile, meaning they will not change if power is lost or
switched o and restored. When set to manual mode, the MIRO
CUBE™ operates as a DMX Master and is sending DMX512 data.)

Manual Mode

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MIRO CUBE™ 4C

Manual Mode allows you to set the color of your xture by
adjusting the intensity of the LEDs using the rear panel and the
LCD display. The current value of each setting is shown on the
main screen.

To adjust color values, press the MENU key until the desired color
is listed on the LCD screen. Press OK. Use the or keys to
select a value between “0” and “255”. Then press OK. Press MENU
to select the next color.

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▼

MANUAL Temp=77F

R000 G000 B000 W000

Manual Mode

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MIRO CUBE™ WNC

When set to Manuial Mode, the WNC allows you to set the color of
your xture by adjusting the intensity of the LEDs using the rear
panel and the LCD display. The current value of each setting is
shown on the main screen.

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▼

To adjust color values, press the MENU key until the desired color
is listed on the LCD screen. Press OK. Use the or keys to select
a value between “0” and “255”. Then press OK. Press MENU to
select the next color.

Color Tempature:

WRM = 2700K NEU = 4500K CLD = 6500K

MANUAL Temp=77F

WRM000 NEU000 CLD000

Manual Mode

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MIRO CUBE™ UV

Manual Mode can be used to adjust the brightness of a MIRO
CUBE™ UV. The current brightness level is shown on the main
screen.

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▼

To adjust color value, press the MENU key until “CHANGE
BRIGHTNESS” appears on the LCD screen. Press OK. Use the or
keys to select a value between “0” and “255”. Then press OK.

MANUAL Temp=77F

Brightness = 255

Color Wash Mode

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Color wash is only available in MIRO CUBE™ 4C. In Color Wash
mode, the MIRO CUBE™ automatically cycles through its entire
saturated color spectrum by modulating the intensity of the red,
green, and blue LEDs.

There are two user settings that can be adjusted in Color Wash
mode. The current value of each setting is shown on the main
screen.

COLOR WASH Temp=77F

Time00:15 Offset=000

Color Wash Mode

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The wash timer determines how long it takes for the MIRO CUBE™
to complete an entire color cycle, and, by extension, the rate at
which the colors change. Choose a short time for a rapid wash or a
longer time for a slower wash. To change the Wash Timer, press
MENU and select “CHANGE WASH TIMER?” by pressing OK. Use
the or keys to select a Wash Time between 15 seconds and 60
minutes (in 15 second intervals).

When set to Color Wash Mode, the Brick is operating as a DMX
Master and is sending DMX512 data, allowing it to control unique
color washes on up to fourteen additional xtures in a chain (set to
DMX mode).

Wash Timer

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▼

Wash Oset

NOTE: SLAVE FIXTURES SHOULD BE SET TO DMX MODE AND ASSIGNED

TO CHANNELS FIVE, NINE, THIRTEEN, ETC (IN FOUR CHANNEL
INCREMENTS).

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▼

Use the WASH OFFSET function to control the interaction between
multiple MIRO CUBES™ in a Color Wash chain. The Wash Oset
determines the length of delay between each light, or how long it
takes to “pass” a color from one light to the next. Set the Wash
Oset to “0” and the lights will color wash in unison, displaying the
same color at the same time. Create a multi-xture Chasing Rainbow
eect, where colors pass from light to light, by increasing the Wash
Oset. The larger the oset time, the longer it takes for a color to
pass to the next light.

To change the Wash Oset, press MENU and select “CHANGE
WASH OFFSET?“ by pressing OK. Use the or keys to select
the time delay (up to 511 seconds) between lights.

Beam Angles

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WARNING: DISCONNECT THE POWER CABLE BEFORE REMOVING
THUMBSCREWS.

The beam angle can be easily adjusted using a holographic
diusing lm. Using a MIRO CUBE™ without a diusing lm will
create a narrow beam angle.

60˚40˚20˚none

Beam Angles

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NOTE: Custom beam angles available upon request.

To change the diusing lm, unscrew the thumbscrews from the
front panel and remove the acrylic panel. Replace the existing lm
with the diuser of your choice. Place the acrylic panel on top and
secure it with four thumbscrews.

Mounting

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WARNING: DISCONNECT THE POWER CABLE BEFORE MAKING
ANY CONFIGURATION ADJUSTMENTS.

The MIRO CUBE™ can be used as a single xture or in multi-xture
arrays.

Linear Arrays:

NOTE: ADDITIONAL YOKES AND THREADED ROD ARE REQUIRED.

To connect multiple xtures,
remove the threaded rod by
unscrewing one of the side knobs
and using the other to pull the
rod out. Slide o the
yoke and washers
and put them to the
side.

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Place the xtures next to each other. Attach a knob to one side of
the double length threaded rod. Slide the double bracket around
the xtures. Align the holes and position spacers on both sides of
each xture (do not use multiple spacers between xtures).

Insert the rod on the left side.
Slide the rod through the
bracket and both xtures and
secure it with a knob on the
right side.

A maximum of three MIRO

CUBES™ can be arrayed

linearly using provided

hanging brackets.

Safety Cables

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Single MIRO CUBES™ as well as arrays can be suspended from
truss or other major support structures using 3rd party clamping
devices. When used in suspended applications, a safety cable
(provided by others) must be used as a positive retaining means
between the main support structure and each brick using the
"safety cable hole."

NOTE: The cable can
be threaded through,
or clip can be snapped
directly onto the
safety cable hole.

OK

MENU

OK

MENU

FCC Warning

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the regulations for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with this user’s guide, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference, in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.

General Precautions

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1. The use of a safety cable is required when rigging the xture.

2. Before use, make sure all screws and safety points are secured.

3. Make sure the light is unplugged before removing rods, the
enclosure or screws.

4. To allow for proper cooling, airow must not be restricted
through the front and rear of the xture - do not blocko the
front or rear panel.

Warning Messages

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The Miro Cube™ has warning messages built in that will instruct
you when an action needs to be taken.

On startup, if a DMX signal is not present on the DMX connectors,
and the xture is set to DMX mode, all of the LEDS will glow
dimly. This feature can be used for troubleshooting your DMX
control lines. Once DMX is detected the xture will
instantaneously respondrespond to the command it is given.

The MIRO CUBE™ is equipped with an internal temperature
sensor.If an overheat condition is experienced all of the red LEDs
will glow dimly and a warning message will be displayed on the
rear LCD. If this occurs unplug the 120VAC power connector from
the unit and wait three seconds. Plug the xture in again. If the
same condition occurs again contact the manufacturer.

MIRO CUBE™

DESIGNED BY THE BLACK TANK