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Venue Tetra 6 Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read these instructions carefully. It includes important 
information about the installation, usage and maintenance of  
this product.

FCC Statement

1.  This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

(1)  This device may not cause harmful interference, and

    (2)  This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired 

operation.

2.  Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void 

the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, 
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used 
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, 
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the 
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the 
following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

• Please keep this User Manual for future reference.
•   Make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line voltage you are connecting to 

is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel of the fixture.

•  This product is intended for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to rain 

or moisture.

• Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating.
•  The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20” (50 cm) from adjacent 

surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.

•  Always disconnect from the power source before servicing or replacing the fuse and be sure to replace 

with same type fuse.

• Secure fixture to included safety loop using a safety chain.
•  Maximum ambient temperature is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate the fixture at temperatures higher  

than this.

•  In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to repair the  

unit yourself.

• Never connect the device to a dimmer pack.
• Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
• Never carry the fixture directly from the cord. Always use the hanging/mounting bracket.
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.

Summary of Contents for Tetra 6

Page 1: ...tetra 6 RGBA LED Compact Wash Light www venuelightingeffects com...

Page 2: ...er Linking 6 Mounting 7 Orientation 7 Rigging 7 Signal linking 8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8 Control Panel Menu Selections 9 STANDALONE OPERATION 11 Static Colors 11 Preset Chases 11 Speed 11 Sound Activ...

Page 3: ...letely inoperative cause damage to the fixture or cause harm to the user This paragraph contains important installation or configuration information Failure to comply with this information may prevent...

Page 4: ...lowing measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the...

Page 5: ...e or DMX with variable speed Built in sound activated programs via master slave or DMX 3 4 5 and 6 channel DMX 512 operation Seamless integration with the Venue Tetra Control Additional Features Power...

Page 6: ...s POWER LINKING This fixture contains power linking via the outlet located on the back panel Please see the diagram below for further explanation Always connect the fixture to a switched circuit Never...

Page 7: ...ew or bolt When rigging consider routine maintenance and back panel access Please see the following steps for installation Before deciding on a location for the product always make sure there is easy...

Page 8: ...INSTRUCTIONS Control Panel Buttons Access these functions using the four buttons located directly underneath the LED Control Display BUTTON FUNCTION Menu Scrolls through the current operating mode as...

Page 9: ...menu display lit at all times Manual Color Mixing MANU r0 255 Manually alter color balance specifying values between 0 255 for all options G0 255 b0 255 o0 255 Static Color C 1 Select static color Red...

Page 10: ...ed switching chases 0 9 C6 C7 C8 C9 F0 Select pre programmed fading chases 0 9 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 Audio Sound Active Programs A C0 Select sound active switching chases 0 9 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7...

Page 11: ...e programmed static colors Refer to the Control Panel Menu Selections chart on page 9 for a list of colors These are accessed via the Control Display page 8 1 Press MENU until C are the first two char...

Page 12: ...ctions chart on page 9 for a list of colors The speed of the strobe can be adjusted via the Speed parameter described above This mode is accessed via the Control Display page 8 4 Press MENU until F ar...

Page 13: ...In addition you should note the starting address selected for future reference 1 Press MENU until d is the first character on the display screen 2 Using UP and DOWN select the desired DMX address 1 5...

Page 14: ...CH DMX Mode Channel Channel Function 1 Red 2 Green 3 Blue 4 Amber 5 Dimmer 6 Strobe DMX Parameters DMX Map FUNCTION VALUE PERCENT SETTING MODE 3 CH MODE 4 CH MODE 5 CH MODE 6 CH Red 0 255 0 100 1 1 1...

Page 15: ...pable of receiving DMX will require one or a number of sequential channels The user must assign a starting address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the controller There are...

Page 16: ...F ft Maximum resistance 20 Ohms 1000 ft Nominal impedance 100 140 Ohms Cable Connectors Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end Fixtures on a seri...

Page 17: ...are contributing factors in determining frequency As a general rule fixtures should be cleaned at least twice a month Dust reduces performance and can cause overheating This can lead to reduced lamp...

Page 18: ...70 145mm Height 3 70 94mm Weight 3 41 lbs 1 55 kg Power Auto ranging power supply 110 120 V 60 Hz Power Consumption 120 V 19 W max 0 7 A inrush Power output 62 units 120V 10A circuit max Light Source...

Page 19: ...ercial loss or any other incidental or consequential damages including but not limited to lost profits downtime goodwill damage to or replacement of equipment and property and any costs of recovering...

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