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The G-4 Series is controllable using a DMX control device, and it can be connected using either a DMX cable or via the fixture’s
build-in LumenRadio CRMX wireless receiver system.
If using a cabled DMX system, connect the DMX-in cable to the input connector under the base of the fixture (chassis mounted
male 5-pin XLR connector) and DMX-out to the output cable also under the base (female 5-pin XLR plug). Terminate the DMX-out
cable of the last fixture in the data link.
For outdoor events, use only IP65-rated XLR connectors. If using a wireless DMX system, ensure that the DMX output is connected to
the DMX in connector and properly inserted. Connect both DMX in and DMX out cables in order to maintain the fixture’s IP65-rating.
Note: for POI versions, please refer to page 22 to see how to connect DMX and AC power.
Connecting a wireless transmitter
The G-4 Series is designed to look for wireless transmitters in ‘connect’ state, when this option is not yet enabled.
To connect the G-4 Series to a wireless transmitter:
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Log off the currently paired wireless transmitter. See “Disconnecting a wireless transmitter” on page 9
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• Press the connect button on the wireless transmitter.
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Confirm that the fixture has paired with the wireless transmitter.
Note: for POI Versions, please refer to page 23 to see how to connect the wireless transmitter.
Disconnecting a wireless transmitter
To disconnect the fixture from the currently paired wireless transmitter, go to:
MENU → SETTINGS → WIRELESS DMX → LOG OFF.
Note: for POI versions, refer to page 23 to see how to disconnect the wireless transmitter.
Signal priority
The G-4 Series can be paired to an active wireless transmitter simultaneously as being connected to a cabled DMX. The device will
prioritize cabled DMX over the wireless DMX.
The active input type is displayed under the wireless signal strength indicator. The signal strength can be also checked via RDM data
by using a external RDM device (e.g. the SGM A-4).
Note: In POI versions with wireless, the DMX signal strength can only be checked through RDM.
About DMX
The G-4 Series can be controlled using signals sent by a DMX controller on a number of DMX channels. DMX is the USITT
DMX512-A standard, based on the RS-485 standard. The signal is sent as DMX data from a console (or a controller) to the fixtures
via a shielded, twisted pair cable designed for RS-485 devices.
The cables can be daisy chained, and up to 32 fixtures can be connected to the same DMX link. Up to 300 meters (1000ft.) of cable
is achievable with high quality DMX cables. All DMX links must be terminated in the last fixture by connecting a DMX termination plug
to the last fixture´s 5 pin DMX out connector.
PLEASE NOTE:
Standard microphone cable is not suitable for transmitting DMX.
Up to 32 fixtures can be on the same DMX link. Additional fixtures will overload the link.
The last fixture must always be fitted with a DMX termination plug to the fixtures DMX out.
Set/edit DMX address
The DMX address is shown at the OLED display in the control panel.
To change the address setting, press the up and down arrows. When the desired address is
displayed, press ‘ENTER’ to save the setting.
For your convenience, the next available DMX address is displayed to the right.
The G-4 Series also offers the option to set the DMX address through RDM.
NOTE: POI versions are only addressable via RDM.
Connecting to a DMX control device
Configuring the device for DMX control
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Figure 8: Set the DMX address
