+1 818 787 8984 f: +1 818 252 7101 e: info@tempest.biz www.tempest.biz Tempest Lighting, Inc. declares that t heir Monsoon G4 Luminaire Enclosure Series 66.xxx.xx complies with the Essential Requirements of the following EU Directives: Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC Test Report G4.51.LVD...
In the event of difficulty, please contact your Tempest reseller or Tempest direct: info@tempest.biz +1 818 787 8984 We will do everything we can to help you get the very best results from your Tempest enclosure. IMPORTANT: Safety Advisories •...
Installation Dimensions and Maximum Luminaire Dimensions/Power Airflow Clearance Observe the minimum clearances shown around your enclosure 100mm/4in 500mm/20in Monsoon G4 User Manual...
All electrical work must be done in full compliance with all electrical and safety norms applicable to the installation site. Isolate all power feeds before opening the enclosure. Tempest Lighting, Inc., its employees and agents will not be held responsible for damage or injury caused by disregarding this notice. Electrical Standards Important: Enclosure model numbers including .US are for use in countries using US and Japanese style electrical systems:...
• Connect Luminaire feed to the terminals marked SPLIT SEE WIRING DIAGRAMS BELOW AC Supply Voltage Tempest Monsoon enclosures require supply voltage in the nominal range 200-250VAC, 50/60Hz. • North American installations – use a 208V supply (2 x 120V hots), and connect one hot to Line and one to Neutral terminals.
Remote Monitoring Connections Tempest G4 enclosures optionally support four types of remote monitoring: Direct via Ethernet, using Tempest TEMP protocol (see Appendix – TEMP Protocol) Requires 51.EN Ethernet board Grouped via RS485, using an Ethernet bridge and Tempest TEMP protocol (see Appendix – TEMP Protocol) Requires one 51.485 RS485 board per enclosure...
Line Termination Switch Settings DMX/RDM control over RS485: TEMP Control of an enclosure group via Ethernet TEMP Control of a single enclosure via Ethernet Monsoon G4 User Manual...
30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 The bridge will respond from its DHCP address Additional Support The network IP is developed by Jinan USR, more details and software configuration utilities may be found by visiting their web site at https://www.usriot.com Monsoon G4 User Manual...
Tempest warrants that, if correctly implemented, TEMP will provide a reliable and accurate method of monitoring Tempest DEC3 and 4 controllers over an Ethernet network. However, the integrator is entirely responsible for the connection between the Ethernet Bridge and the network.
DMX information from a show control system to each DEC4 controller. Set a DMX address for each controller in the range 1-510. See DEC4 section below for more information. Note: Tempest System Manager and web-based monitoring will be available early 2017 Monsoon G4 User Manual...
Tempest recommends the JESE RDM-TRI interface to monitor enclosure status in any installation and control the enclosure power relay in smaller systems. More complex installations are very likely to include some...
Digital Enclosure Control DEC4 – that’s Digital Enclosure Control, fourth Typical DEC4 Generation – is the brain of your Tempest enclosure. It will configuration, with maintain the internal environment in a comfortable Motherboard, fan temperature and humidity range, and prevent control board and condensation –...
Connections section below. • Standard default temperature and humidity settings • DMX, RDM and Remote Monitoring disabled • Best for standalone operation • Supports TEMP remote monitoring – see appendix If your needs are more complex, read on. Monsoon G4 User Manual...
Normal operation is suspended and the enclosure functions as a 3-channel DMX device: Lamp Relay (Slot 1) Fans (Slot 2) Heater (Slot 3) • Service mode is ONLY for troubleshooting – DO NOT use Service mode for normal operation. Monsoon G4 User Manual...
In moving light enclosures the temperature sensor is located in the exhaust airflow. Temperatures shown may be higher than those around the luminaire. We recommend using the factory default settings for several weeks or months before making any changes. In most cases they will not be necessary. Monsoon G4 User Manual...
Control Mode and no valid data packet has been detected. ON (GREEN) Good data packet received. ON (RED) Control Mode: Data Fail. A previously good data signal has failed. Monitor Mode: No RDM information being received (this is normal) Monsoon G4 User Manual...
Use to set the item parameter, or to scroll to the next menu level. • Use ESC to go BACK, or OK to confirm settings ( ). • To LOCK, hold ESC for 5 seconds. Menu will time out after ten minutes. Monsoon G4 User Manual...
CONTROL Monitor, plus use of a single DMX slot to control Lamp relay TEMP Same as Basic, but supports remote monitoring over RS485 with Ethernet adapter and Tempest TEMP protocol SERVICE Monitor, plus use of three DMX slots to control Lamp, Heater and Fan Important: Please ensure that the DEC3.3 is NOT left in Service Mode.
Lamp on point may be set in 0.2 Amp increments between 0.2 Amps and 2.0 Amps. Reset Lamp Hours Reset each time you change the lamp in the luminaire. Make this a part of your maintenance instructions. Monsoon G4 User Manual...
Air temperature, in degrees C or F PCB temperature (this will usually be significantly higher than air temperature) Voltage – line Voltage reaching the DEC Current being drawn by luminaire/light, in Amps Lamp Hours elapsed since last reset Firmware version Monsoon G4 User Manual...
Tempest for a free-of-charge replacement. If you have more than one enclosure, we suggest replacing the sensors on ALL your enclosures. ✓ If the sensor has either a Tempest logo or a piece of green tape on the cable, then: Monsoon G4 User Manual...
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DEC Mother board labeled MAIN >95%RH Check the actual climate conditions – could the absolute humidity be ✓ close to 100%? If it is, SAFE MODE is operating correctly, and all is well. Monsoon G4 User Manual...
Use a soft, lint free cloth. DO NOT USE AGGRESSIVE HYDROCARBON-BASED SOLVENTS SUCH AS GOO-GONE. Cleaning Painted Parts Use a mild detergent and a soft cloth or sponge to clean exposed painted metal parts Monsoon G4 User Manual...
Monsoon Inlet Filter (2 required for 66.400) If the inlet filter is compromised by being damaged, missing, or used beyond the end of its life, the equipment inside the enclosure may suffer damage, and Tempest’s warranty will be voided. Monsoon G4 User Manual...
RH: 100% on the DEC user interface. RH: #### If you see any of these messages, contact Tempest for a replacement sensor. For After Sales Support Contact your Tempest dealer or email info@tempest.biz...
If wiring is ok, fan may be faulty. Check the UI display for RH (relative humidity) message. If display reads RH 5%, RH 100%, or RH###, there is a sensor fault. Contact Tempest for a replacement sensor. Dirt/Debris inside enclosure Filter is either missing or damaged?
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DEC4 motherboard to maintain the integrity of the board’s conformal coating. None of the above? Contact info@tempest.biz Monsoon G4 User Manual...
SELLER AGREES THAT IT WILL, AS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THE CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, FOR ANY NONCONFORMITY OR BREACH OF WARRANTY, AND AT SELLER'S SOLE ELECTION: (i) REPAIR SUCH GOODS; OR (ii) REPLACE SUCH GOODS. Monsoon G4 User Manual...
Appendix – TEMP Protocol AVAILABLE TO SPECIAL ORDER Tempest can optionally provide a firmware load that facilitates TEMP over RS485, suitable for interfacing to an Ethernet adapter. TEMP is a lightweight proprietary ASCII based protocol, intended for rapid integration into management systems.
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