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Quick Start Guide
Rev. 1.0

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  • Page 1 LumenDimM4micro Quick Start Guide Rev. 1.0...
  • Page 2 -D -C -B -A +IN- DimD DimC DimB DimA -D -C -B -A +IN-...
  • Page 3 22 AWG wire, Amp connector P/N 3-641190-6. Numerous alternatives are available, each with different P/Ns. Use the correct shell for the wire you are using. Amp also supplies crimping tools for these connectors. One 22 AWG connector assembly is incuded with each LumenDimM4micro. Additional cable assemblies are available from RC4 Wireless.

  • Page 4: Registering Your Product

    LumenDimM4micro Quick Start Guide This guide will get you started using your RC4 LumenDimM4micro. Most LumenDimM4micro users will find all the information they need right here. Your LumenDimM4micro also has a wide variety of expanded features for advanced users. You can find out more about all of them in the RC4 Knowledge Base at http://rc4.info.
  • Page 5 MTA-100 Connector Shell Color and Wire Gauge Matter The 6-pin connector on the LumenDimM4micro is the Amp MTA-100-Series, with 0.1” pin spacing. These are Insulation Displacement Connectors (IDC). An Amp MTA-100 tool is used to insert the wires.

  • Page 6: Performing A Factory Reset

    Performing a Factory Reset If someone else has used your LumenDimM4micro, or you just want to get back to a known configuration, performing a factory reset is easy: Power on the device. The green COP indicator will be blinking. SetAB Press and hold Func, briefly tap (press and release) the SetAB button, then release Func.
  • Page 7 If the RF Connect LED remains on, or is blinking, repeat the process until it stays off. When the RF Connect LED is off, the LumenDimM4micro is ready to be linked to your transmitter. Link status is not affected by performing a Factory Reset. You must intentionally unlink to disconnect from a previously linked transmitter.

  • Page 8: Link Button

    Linking Transmitter and Receiver In this example, we’re using an RC4 LumenDimIO transmitter. Have both devices powered on. Put the LumenDimIO Mode switch in the transmit position. Connect a DMX data source to the XLR data input on the LumenDimIO. Tap the Link button.

  • Page 9: Setting The Dmx Address

    LumenDimM4micro starting address. For example, if you want your first LumenDimM4micro dimmer on DMX channel 60 with a curve that is optimized for LEDs, bring up 60 @ 30% at the console. Tap SetAB and the DimA indicator will come on at 30%.
  • Page 10 Subsequent Channel Assignment When you set DimA, all 4 dimmers are automatically set sequentially. For example, if you have set DMX channel 60 to DimA, DimB is now assigned to channel 61, DimC is Channel 62, and DimD is 63. SetAB SetCD Non-Sequential Channel Assignment...
  • Page 11 Connections should be made to an MTA-100 connector. Attach the connector to the LumenDimM4micro after wiring is completed and checked, then apply power. * The LumenDimM4micro can control a variety of devices including solenoids, relays, servo motors, and much more. One 22 AWG MTA-100...
  • Page 12 The common positive color is shown as red, but may vary. Dimming happens on the negative (–) terminals. There are no positive (+) output connections on the LumenDimM4micro. The positive for the dimmer and all load devices should be connected directly to the power source.
  • Page 13 Choosing Other Dimmer Curves or Profiles The LumenDimM4micro default is the ISL dimmer curve, which is best for LEDs. This is also the curve that is selected with RC4 OneTouch™ when the DMX level is at 30%. There are dimmer curves for different kinds of lamps, motors, and more.

  • Page 14: Advanced Features

    The features below can be explored further at http://rc4.info/ or by asking us for help at support@rc4wireless.com: • Using a small adaptor cable, the LumenDimM4micro can be used as a wireless data receiver to deliver DMX to other devices. It can also be used as a wired DMX dimmer: the miniplug DMX port becomes an input when the device is not linked to a transmitter.
  • Page 15 Failure caused by static damage is not covered under warranty. • The LumenDimM4micro should not be used with AC power or with any voltage higher than 35VDC. Doing so will severely damage the device and is extremely dangerous for the operator.
  • Page 16 North Carolina, USA, Local +44 (0)20 3289 8765 London, UK 1-866-237-6641 Toll Free Fax, North America Email: support@theatrewireless.com Website: www.rc4wireless.com Knowledge Base: http://rc4.info We’re here to help you at any time. James David Smith President and Chief Product Designer RC4 Wireless...

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