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6.4
Installing the unit
Installation is identical to:
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BlackBox F-1: see chapter "4.4.1 BlackBox F-1", page 16.
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WhiteBox F-1: see chapter "4.4.2 WhiteBox F-1", page 17.
Hint
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You have to install two antennas.
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On BlackBox MK I and WhiteBox MK I, Universe 2 is
only available via RJ 45 port.
6.5
Switching FLEX modes
The FLEX mode determines if the unit is used in Transmit Mode (TX),
Repeater Mode (TX flashing) or Receive Mode (RX).
To switch the FLEX mode, proced as follows:
1. Disconnect the power cable.
2. Press and hold the left red function button (1) on the front panel
(Universe 1).
3. Reconnect the power cable.
4. Release the red function button (1).
The FLEX mode is switched. The LEDs indicate the current mode: either
TX (2) or RX (3).
5. If necessary, repeat the procedure for Universe 2 on the right side of the
front panel. Functional elements are identical to the left side (Universe 1).
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6.7
Operation as a receiver
The operation as a receiver is identical to the BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1, see
chapter "4.7 Operation as a receiver", page 22.
Carry out the procedures for each Universe individually.
6.8
Operation as a repeater
Since the F-2 unit provides 2 Universes, it is possible to use the unit as a
repeater.
W-DMX Co-Existence dongle or RDM command is available.
Hints
If Universe 1 loses link in active repeater mode:
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LINK LED of Universe 1 will flash rapidly.
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Universe 2 will stop sending radio.
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Receivers linked to the repeater also will lose link.
RDM is not available when running G4S in repeater mode.
You have only access to master transmitter.
6.6 Operation as a transmitter
The operation as a transmitter is identical to the BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1,
see chapter "4.6 Operation as a transmitter", page 20.
Carry out the procedures for each Universe individually.
Hints
When you link the receivers for Universe 1, power-on only
the respective receivers for Universe 1.
Once the receivers for Universe 1 are connected, you can
power-on the receivers for Universe 2 and link them.
Universe 2 will have a delayed start after Universe 1 is in
operation.
When linking Universe 1, Universe 2 will stop transmitting.
When linking Universe 2, Universe 1 will stop transmitting.
Operating an F-2 as a single universe transmitter, put
Universe 2 into RX mode and keep Universe 2
unlinked to avoid interference.
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