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- Page 1 USER MANUAL ENGLISH V1.0 Sonus Bar 4 Product code: 41273...
- Page 2 Sonus Bar 4 Preface Thank you for purchasing this Showtec product. The purpose of this user manual is to provide instructions for the correct and safe use of this product. Keep the user manual for future reference as it is an integral part of the product. The user manual shall be stored at an easily accessible location.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Sonus Bar 4 Table of contents 1. Introduction ............................ - Page 4 Sonus Bar 4 6.6.8. Slave Mode ......................... .
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Page 5: Introduction
After unpacking, check the contents of the box. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your Highlite International dealer. Your shipment includes: Figure 1 • • Showtec Sonus Bar 4 • • Schuko to Power Pro cable (1,5 m) • •... -
Page 6: Text Conventions
Sonus Bar 4 1.5. Text Conventions Throughout the user manual the following text conventions are used: • • Buttons: All buttons are in bold lettering, for example "Press the UP/DOWN buttons" • • References: References to parts of the device are in bold lettering, for example: "turn the adjustment handle (05)". -
Page 7: Safety
Sonus Bar 4 Safety Important Read and follow the instructions in this user manual before installing, operating or servicing this product. The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of this manual. 2.1. Warnings and Safety Instructions... - Page 8 Sonus Bar 4 WARNING Risk of epileptic shock Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights. Attention Power supply • • Before connecting the device to the power supply, make sure that the current, voltage and frequency match the input voltage, current and frequency specified on the information label on the device.
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Page 9: Requirements For The User
Sonus Bar 4 Attention Do not expose the device to conditions that exceed the rated IP class conditions. This device is IP20 rated. IP (Ingress Protection) 20 class provides protection against solid objects greater than 12 mm, such as fingers, and no protection against harmful ingress of water. -
Page 10: Description Of The Device
Description of the Device The Showtec Sonus Bar 4 is a light bar with 12 RGBW LEDs of 2 W each. The LEDs can be controlled in up to 4 sections via up to 22 DMX channels. It can also work in stand-alone mode with built-in programs, sound- controlled programs, manual settings, in master/slave mode and it supports RDM. -
Page 11: Product Specifications
Sonus Bar 4 3.3. Product Specifications Model: Sonus Bar 4 Source: Light source type LED Light source quantity 12 Light source power 2 W LED color type RGBW Refresh rate 1000 Hz Luminous flux (total) 446 lm Optical: Beam angle (horizontal) 12,1° Beam angle (vertical) 11,4°... -
Page 12: Dimensions
Included cables Power Pro cable 3.4. Dimensions Figure 4 3.5. Optional Accessories The IR remote control is not supplied with the device. Contact your Highlite International dealer for more information. Product code: 44002 (Showtec UR-5 Universal IR Remote) Product code: 41273... -
Page 13: Installation
Sonus Bar 4 Installation 4.1. Safety Instructions for Installation WARNING Incorrect installation can cause serious injuries and damage of property. If trussing systems are used, installation must be carried out only by instructed or skilled persons. Follow all applicable European, national and local safety regulations concerning rigging and trussing. -
Page 14: Angle Adjustment
Sonus Bar 4 4.5. Angle Adjustment You can adjust the angle of the device with the adjustment screws (04). 01) Turn the adjustment screws (04) counterclockwise to loosen it. 02) Tilt the device to the desired angle. 03) Turn the adjustment screws (04) clockwise to tighten it. Make sure that the device cannot move freely after the adjustment screws (04) is tightened. -
Page 15: Power Linking Of Multiple Devices
Do not link more devices on one power link than the maximum recommended number. Maximum recommended number of devices: • • at 100–120 V: 45 devices Sonus Bar 4 • • at 200–240 V: 90 devices Sonus Bar 4 Product code: 41273... -
Page 16: Setup
Stand-alone Setup When the Sonus Bar 4 is not connected to a controller or to other devices, it functions as a stand-alone device. It can be operated manually via the control panel and the manual controls or via an optional remote control. . -
Page 17: Dmx Cables
Figure 7 5.3.3. Master/Slave Setup The Sonus Bar 4 supports master/slave control mode. To connect multiple devices in a master/slave setup, follow the steps below: 01) Connect the DMX OUT connector of the 1 device to the DMX IN connector of the 2 device with a 3-pin DMX cable. -
Page 18: Dmx Linking
In a setup with multiple devices, make sure that you set the DMX starting address of each device correctly. The Sonus Bar 4 has 7 personalities: RGBW (4 channels), Pixel (16 channels), Basic (6 channels), Extended (18 channels), Auto (6 channels), Basic Auto (10 channels), Extended Auto (22 channels). -
Page 19: Operation
6.2. Control Modes The Sonus Bar 4 can be controlled as a stand-alone device, in master/slave mode and with a DMX controller. The Sonus Bar 4 supports the following control modes: •... -
Page 20: Control Panel
Sonus Bar 4 6.3. Control Panel Figure 10 A) 7-segment display B) DOWN button C) UP button D) SET button E) MENU button F) Built-in microphone Use the MENU button to exit the current submenu, to return to the Main Menu and to return to the start •... -
Page 21: Menu Overview
Sonus Bar 4 6.5. Menu Overview Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 SP.01–SP.99–SP.FL Auto (see 6.6.1. Auto Mode on page 21) AU.01–AU.03 FS.00–FS.99 Co.01–Co.33 Pr.01 FS.00–FS.99 Program (see 6.6.2. Program mode on page 21) SP.01–SP.99–SP.FL Pr.02–Pr.24 FS.00–FS.99 r.000–r.255 g.000–g.255 Color (see 6.6.3. -
Page 22: Main Menu Options
Sonus Bar 4 6.6. Main Menu Options The main menu has the following options: Auto mode Program mode Color mode Sound mode Settings Info DMX mode Slave mode 01) Press the MENU button to navigate through the main menu. 02) Press the SET button to open the submenu. -
Page 23: Program 02-24
Sonus Bar 4 6.6.2.1. Program 01 In this submenu you can select one of the 33 preset colors and add strobe effect. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 33 preset colors. 02) Press the SET button to confirm the selection and to open the submenu where you can add strobe effect. -
Page 24: Settings
Sonus Bar 4 6.6.5. Settings In this menu you can adjust the settings of the device. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the following 6 options: • • Dimmer Curve (see 6.6.5.1. Dimmer Curve) • • Backlight Time (see 6.6.5.2. -
Page 25: Backlight Time
Sonus Bar 4 6.6.5.2. Backlight Time In this submenu you can adjust the behavior of the display. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 2 options: • • The backlight of the display remains on • •... -
Page 26: Info
Sonus Bar 4 6.6.6. Info In this menu you can view the firmware version and the operating hours of the device. 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 2 options: • • Firmware Version: Shows the current firmware version •... -
Page 27: Remote Control
Sonus Bar 4 6.7. Remote Control The device can be operated with an IR remote control. The remote control is not included in the delivery. For more information about the IR remote control, refer to Optional Accessories (see 3.5. Optional Accessories page 11). -
Page 28: Functions Of The Remote Control Buttons
Sonus Bar 4 6.7.2. Functions of the Remote Control Buttons The buttons of the remote control have the following functions: Button Function Description On/Off Turns the LEDs on/off Auto Auto mode 1–3 Program Program mode 1–24 Sound Sound mode 1–21... -
Page 29: Remote Control Operation
Sonus Bar 4 Light Green Activates color 8 (R 000; G 255; B 000; W 255) Light Blue Activates color 18 (R 000; G 000; B 255; W 100) Light Yellow Activates color 6 (R 255; G 255; B 000; W 000) Warm White Activates color 31 (R 075;... -
Page 30: Ir Color Mode
Sonus Bar 4 6.7.3.4. IR Color Mode 01) Press the DIMMING button to activate the IR color mode. 02) Press one of the R/G/B/W buttons to select the respective LEDs. 03) Press the + (plus) or - (minus) buttons to adjust the color intensity. You can view the adjustments on the 7- segment display (A). -
Page 31: Dmx Channels
Sonus Bar 4 6.8. DMX Channels 6.8.1. DMX Channels Overview RGBW Pixel Basic Extended Auto Basic Auto Extended Auto Function 4 CH 16 CH 6 CH 18 CH 6 CH 10 CH 22 CH Dimmer Strobe Color presets Program mode... -
Page 32: Rgbw (4 Ch), Pixel (16 Ch)
Sonus Bar 4 6.8.2. RGBW (4 CH), Pixel (16 CH) 4 CH 16 CH Function Value Setting Red section 1 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Green section 1 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Blue section 1 000–255... -
Page 33: Basic (6 Ch), Extended (18 Ch), Auto (6 Ch), Basic Auto (10 Ch), Extended Auto (22 Ch)
Sonus Bar 4 6.8.3. Basic (6 CH), Extended (18 CH), Auto (6 CH), Basic Auto (10 CH), Extended Auto (22 CH) 6CH 18CH 6CH 10CH 22CH Function Value Setting Dimmer 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) 000–004 No function 005–127 Linear strobe, from low to high frequency... - Page 34 Sonus Bar 4 6CH 18CH 6CH 10CH 22CH Function Value Setting 056–065 Jump 5 066–075 Jump 6 076–085 Jump 7 086–095 Jump 8 096–105 Jump 9 106–115 Jump 10 116–125 Jump 11 126–135 Jump 12 136–145 Fade 1 146–155 Fade 2 156–165 Fade 3...
- Page 35 Sonus Bar 4 6CH 18CH 6CH 10CH 22CH Function Value Setting White section 1 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Red section 2 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Green section 2 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Blue section 2 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %)
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Page 36: Rdm Information
Sonus Bar 4 6.9. RDM Information This device supports RDM (see 6.9.2. Supported RDM PIDs (Parameter IDs)). 6.9.1. RDM Details • • Responder ID: 29B4:0FBXXXXX • • Manufacturer's ID: Showtec (Highlite International B.V.) • • Manufacturer Label: Showtec • •... -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Sonus Bar 4 Troubleshooting This troubleshooting guide contains solutions to problems which can be carried out by an ordinary person. The device does not contain user-serviceable parts. Unauthorized modifications to the device will render the warranty void. Such modifications may result in injuries and material damage. -
Page 38: Maintenance
Sonus Bar 4 Maintenance 8.1. Safety Instructions for Maintenance DANGER Electric shock caused by dangerous voltage inside Disconnect power supply before servicing or cleaning. 8.2. Preventive Maintenance Attention Before each use, examine the device visually for any defects. Make sure that: •... -
Page 39: Deinstallation, Transportation And Storage
Sonus Bar 4 Deinstallation, Transportation and Storage 9.1. Instructions for Deinstallation WARNING Incorrect deinstallation can cause serious injuries and damage of property. • • Let the device cool down before dismounting. • • Disconnect power supply before deinstallation. • •... - Page 40 Showtec is a brand of Highlite International B.V.
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