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  • Page 1 User Manual...
  • Page 2 Copyright Notice Chauvet owns the content of this User Manual in its entirety, including but not limited to pictures, logos, trademarks, and resources. © Copyright 2014 Chauvet. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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 ..............................
  • Page 4 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 ...................
  • Page 5: Before You Begin

    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.
  • Page 6: Safety Notes

    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.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    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.
  • Page 8: Overview

    Introduction Overview Bracket COB LED (x16) Adjustment Knob Mounting Bracket Front View Side View Control Panel 3-Pin DMX Ports 5-Pin DMX Ports Coffin Locks Neutrik® etherCON® I/O Power Sockets Fuse Holder Rear View Top View Nexus™ 4x4 User Manual Rev. 4...
  • Page 9: Dimensions

    Introduction Dimensions Pixel Layout Nexus™ 4x4 User Manual Rev. 4...
  • Page 10: Setup

    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.
  • Page 11: Power Linking

    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...
  • Page 12: Dmx Linking

    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...
  • Page 13: Master/Slave Mode

    · 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™...
  • Page 14: Kling-Net Mode

    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.
  • Page 15: Mounting

    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/.
  • Page 16: Mounting Diagram

    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™...
  • Page 17: Operation

    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>...
  • Page 18: Menu Map

    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...
  • Page 19: Menu Operations

    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.
  • Page 20: Product

    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 ·...
  • Page 21: White Calibration

    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.
  • Page 22: Art-Net

    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™...
  • Page 23: Kling-Net Mapper

    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.
  • Page 24: The Connected Devices Window

    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.
  • Page 25: Part 3: Map The Products For Arkaos

    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.
  • Page 26: Nexus Software Upgrade Instructions

    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.
  • Page 27 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.
  • Page 28 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-...
  • Page 29 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.
  • Page 30: Dmx Channel Assignments And Values

    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...
  • Page 31 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...
  • Page 32 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...
  • Page 33: 48-Channel

    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...
  • Page 34: 9-Channel

    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...
  • Page 35: 5-Channel

    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...
  • Page 36: Technical Information

    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.
  • Page 37: Technical Specifications

    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)
  • Page 38: Contact Us

    (954) 577-4455 Email: tech@chauvetlighting.com Fax: (954) 929-5560 World Wide Web Toll free: (800) 762-1084 www.chauvetlighting.com UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND - Chauvet Europe Ltd. General Information Technical Support Address: Unit 1C Email: uktech@chauvetlighting.com Brookhill Road Industrial Estate World Wide Web Pinxton, Nottingham, UK NG16 6NT www.chauvetlighting.co.uk...

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