Table of Contents 1. Before You Begin..........................3 What Is Included ..........................3 Claims ..............................3 Manual Conventions ..........................3 Symbols ............................... 3 Safety Notes ............................4 Expected LED Lifespan ........................4 2. Introduction ............................5 Description ............................5 Features ............................... 5 Overview ..............................
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Kling-Net ............................. 19 Art-Net™ ............................. 20 Kling-Net Mapper ..........................21 Part 1: Confirm Network Connectivity .................... 21 The Connected Devices Window ....................22 Part 2: Test Network Connectivity ....................22 Part 3: Map The Products For ArKaos ................... 23 Nexus Software Upgrade Instructions ....................24 DMX Channel Assignments And Values ...................
If the box or the product and included accessories appear damaged from shipping or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in this User Manual will only apply to properly trained Chauvet certified technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs.
Introduction 2. Introduction Nexus™ 4x4 is a tour-ready wash light with a pixel mappable display of sixteen 27 watt RGB Description COB LEDs. The combination of circuit on board (COB) emitters and a clever reflector design create a soft, bright light with saturated hues. The Nexus™ 4x4 operates in Standalone mode or with the Art-Net™, Kling-Net, or DMX protocols.
The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation. For more information, download Sizing Circuit Breakers from the Chauvet website at www.chauvetprofessional.com. · Always connect this product to a protected circuit with an appropriate electrical ground.
Linking · 7 products at 208 V, or · 8 products at 230 V. A power cord is included but power-linking cables are not included. For power-linking cables, see the Chauvet website at www.chauvetlighting.com. Power Linking Diagram Other Products Nexus™ 4x4 User Manual Rev. 4...
Setup DMX linking connects Nexus™ 4x4 products through their DMX In and Out ports. DMX Linking Nexus™ 4x4 has both 3- and 5-pin DMX ports, so either 3- or 5-pin cables, or a combination of both, can be used. DMX linking is for DMX control and for Master/Slave control. DMX Controller or Master DMX Linking Diagram...
· Master/Slave operates via DMX ports only. The Neutrik® etherCON® ports cannot be used for Master/Slave mode. For more information about DMX, see the CHAUVET® DMX primer, available at www.chauvetlighting.com. Ethernet Ethernet connections link Nexus™...
Art-Net™. For more information about Art-Net™, see the Art-Net™ protocol document available on the Chauvet website at www.chauvetlighting.com. Nexus™ 4x4 panels do not work with Art-Net™ controllers sending in Broadcast mode. For information about the controller’s mode, see the controller’s User Manual.
The coffin locks of the Nexus™ 4x4 panels are not load-bearing connectors. The hanging bracket can be bolted directly onto a surface or can be connected to truss with clamps. For the complete line of CHAUVET® clamps, see the Chauvet website at www.trusst.com/productcategory/accessories-clamps/.
Setup Top Mount To Structure Mounting Diagram Align Panels Using Coffin Locks And A #5 Allen Key Side Mount To Pipe Or Truss Only use the coffin locks to align the Nexus™ 4x4s. The coffin locks are not load-bearing connectors. Do not hang the product by the coffin locks. -14- Nexus™...
Operation 4. Operation Control Panel Button Function <MENU> Scrolls through the main menu or exits from the current menu or function Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the currently selected value in to <ENTER> the current function Navigates upward through the menu list or increases the numeric value when <UP>...
Operation Menu Map Main Level Programming Levels Description Auto 1–9 Selects auto programs and speed control Auto Show Show Speed 000–100 Fade 1–2 Selects color fades 1–2 and speed control Fixture Color Selects a preset color Static Manual Color 000–255 Sets color levels for manual color mixing Dimmer Mode Sets dimming curve...
Operation The menu operations set configurations for the Nexus™ 4x4, including built-in programs to Menu operate the Nexus™ 4x4 without a DMX controller. The menu operations are accessed via the Operations control panel. See Control Panel. Changes to settings are not activated until the control panel display returns to the home screen.
Operation Product Information shows information about the Nexus™ 4x4. To display product information, Product do the following: Information Go to the Info mai n l evel . 1. Select the desired program level based on the information required. · Fixture Hours – The amount of time the product has been in use ·...
Operation White Calibration sets the color temperature of the white produced when the DMX values of White Calibration red, green, and blue are at 255. To set the color temperature for white calibration, do the following: 1. Go to the White main level. 2.
Operation To set the Nexus™ 4x4 to Art-Net™, do the following: Art-Net™ 1. Press <MENU> and then <DOWN> until Ethernet Settings shows in the display. 2. Press <ENTER>. 3. If <Art-Net> shows in the display, the Art-Net™ protocol is set. Go to Step 7 below to configure Art-Net™...
Operation Kling-Net Mapper is part of the Arkaos software package and is used to inform the ArKaos Kling-Net software about the layout of the Nexus™ 4x4 panels. This process is called mapping. Kling- Mapper Net Mapper and ArKaos software can be run simultaneously allowing the operator to see immediately the effects of the mapping on the live presentation.
Operation It can take up to 20 seconds for all the products to populate the list. The devices display in The Connected different colors for different reasons, which are as follows: Devices Window Colors and Activity Explanation Black with an ID number and IP There is connectivity and everything is working properly, but address the device is not yet mapped.
Operation Part 3: Map The 10. Make sure the Nexus™ 4x4 products are all listed in the Connected Devices window and have flashed when tested. For more information, see Part1 Confirming Connectivity. Products For 11. Click on the first product in the list and drag it onto the mapping image in the center of the ArKaos screen.
Operation Nexus Software Upgrade Instructions The following steps refer to the Windows® 7 operating system environment. Step 1: 1. Connect the Nexus™ 4x4 to the router. 2. Verify the computer is using the same network as the Nexus™ 4x4 product. Step 2: 1.
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Operation Step 5: 1. Select the desired network the product is connected to. If you are running a hard-wired line from the PC to your router, then select Local Area Connection. The Local Area Connection Status dialog appears. 2. Click Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties dialog appears.
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1 minute to reset. Step 12: 1. Go to the Info main level. 2. Select Version. 3. Verify the product’s control panel displays the uploaded CHAUVET Lighting version. Nexus™ 4x4 v. x.xx The software upgrade is now complete. -26-...
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Operation Step 13: Once the software upgrade is complete, the IP setting on your PC needs to be changed back to the original settings. 1. Refer to Step 4 for navigation instructions on how to access the Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties (TCP/IPv4) dialog.
Operation DMX Channel Assignments And Values The following tables show the DMX channel function assignments and the values that trigger the functions. 53-Channel 53Ch Channel Function Value Percent/Setting Red 1 0–100% 000 ó 255 Warm White 1 When values 011–020 in CH. 53 are activated Green 1 0–100% 000 ó...
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Operation 53Ch Channel Function Value Percent/Setting Red 9 0–100% 000 ó 255 Warm White 9 When values 011–020 in CH. 53 are activated Green 9 0–100% 000 ó 255 Cool White 9 When values 011–020 in CH. 53 are activated 000 ó...
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Operation 53Ch Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 000 ó 010 No Function 011 ó 030 Auto 1 031 ó 050 Auto 2 051 ó 070 Auto 3 071 ó 090 Auto 4 091 ó 110 Auto 5 111 ó 130 Auto Programs Auto 6 131 ó...
Operation 48-Channel 48Ch Channel Function Value PercentSetting 000 ó 255 0–100% Red 1 000 ó 255 0–100% Green 1 000 ó 255 0–100% Blue 1 000 ó 255 0–100% Red 2 000 ó 255 0–100% Green 2 000 ó 255 0–100% Blue 2 000 ó...
Operation 9-Channel Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 000 ó 255 0–100% Dimmer 0–100% 000 ó 255 Warm White When values 011-020 in CH. 9 are activated Green 0–100% 000 ó 255 Cool White 1 When values 011-020 in CH. 9 are activated 000 ó...
Operation 5-Channel Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 000 ó 255 0–100% Dimmer 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 0–100% Green 000 ó 255 0–100% Blue 000 ó 010 No function Strobe 011 ó 255 0–20 Hz 3-Channel Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 000 ó...
Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause(s) for the return. · Clearly label the package with an RMA number. Chauvet will refuse any product returned without an RMA number.
Technical Specifications 6. Technical Specifications Dimensions and Length Width Height Weight Weight 18.07 in (462 mm) 6.61 in (168 mm) 18.07 in (462 mm) 28.6 lb (13 kg) Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit. Electrical Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection Switching (internal)
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