MEGA LITE Tetra Driver 4 LED Driver Power Supply User Manual
- June 15, 2024
- MEGA LITE
Table of Contents
Tetra Driver 4 USER MANUAL
Tetra Driver 4 LED Driver Power Supply
Read all cautions and warnings prior to operation of this equipment
Protection Against Fire
- Maintain a minimum of 2 foot distance from any type of flame.
- Fixture is designed for outdoor use.
- Do not install the unit too close to a heat source.
- Make sure cables are properly secured.
- Maximum surface operating temperature: 130º.
Protection Against Electrical Fire
- Disconnect power before servicing.
- For connection to main power supply, proceed to page 4.
- The power supply must be earthed (electronically grounded).
- This fixture must not be left on for long periods of time.
Protection Against Mechanical Hazards
- Use secondary safety attachment when hanging unit.
- Use quality clamps or bolts when positioning unit.
- Do not open unit while it is on. Risk of electrical shock.
Ingress Protection
The IP rating is commonly expressed as IP (Ingress Protection) is followed by
2 numbers (i.e. 65) where the numbers define the fixture rating. The first
number indicates the size of a particle that can enter the fixture.. The
second number indicates the extent of protection against water entering the
fixture. An IP65 rating in this fixture indicates that dust particles can not
enter the fixture. And there is protection against water spray from entering
the fixture from any direction.
What is Included
1pc Tetra Driver 4 fixture
1pc Seetronics SAC3FX IP Connection to Nema 5-15 Connection Cable
1pc User Manual
Specifications
Part Numbers
Fixture
5071 – Tetra Driver 4
Mechanical Specifications
Housing: | Aluminum |
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Display: | Digital . |
IP Rating: | IP65 |
Fastening System: | M10 Clamp Mount Thread, Mounting Holes, Accessory DIN Rail |
Mounts
DMX Connection:| 5 Pin XLR In and Out
Wireless DMX Connection:| Lumen Radio Wireless DMX Connection Receiver
Output Connection:| 4 X 5 Pin XLR output
Power Connection:| Seetronics SAC3FX IP rated Connection (nema 5-15 cable
included)
Electrical Specifications
Output Ports: | 4 |
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Power Per Port: | 96W |
Drive Method: | Constant Voltage |
Power Consumption: | 3.29Amps |
384 Watts
Power Supply:| Electronic: Mean Well UHP-500-24
Output:| 24Vdc
Working Ambient Temp:| 24ºf – 148ºf
Cooling:| Internal
Refresh:| 4,000Hz
Power Input:| 90-264V AC
50/60Hz
Control & Programming
Protocol: | DMX |
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DMX 5 Modes: | 1 Channel Mode Dimmer |
2 Channel Mode Warm White, Cool White
3 Channel Mode R,G,B
4 Channel Mode R,G,B, W
7 Channel Mode Dimmer, R,G,B, W, Strobe, Macro
Operating Mode:| 17 Pre Programs
Manual Settings Via Display .
Main Power Connection
Caution!
- Do not connect to a dimmer system.
- Connection points must not be exposed to moisture or liquids. Use appropriate connections rated for outdoor use
- This unit has auto switching power supply. It will respond to 90-264V AC 50/60hz automatically
- Replace Fuse with specific type and rating.
- This unit must be earthed. (electronically grounded)
Cable USA | Cable EU | 110V | 220V |
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Black | Brown | Live | Live |
White | Light Blue | Neutral | Live |
Green | Yellow / Green | Ground | Ground |
DMX-512 Connection
The fixture is equipped with 5 pin XLR Sockets for DMX input and output
connection. The sockets are wired in parallel.
Only use a shielded twisted pair cable designed for RS-485 and 5 pin XLR plugs
and connectors in order to connect the controller with the fixture or the
fixture with another.
Caution!
On the last fixture the DMX signal needs to be terminated with a terminator.
Pre-manufactured terminator are available for purchase from your Mega-Lite
dealer item #P-DMX-T.
Output Connection
When using the Tetra Driver 4 with Light Pipe Fixtures the following cable configuration must be followed. Use 5 Pin XLR connectors with 5 conductor cable. (do not use cable shield jacket as a conductor) Cable bust be a minimum of 20 AWG thickness.
XLR Position | Drive Connection | Cable Color |
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Position 1 | Red | Red |
Position 2 | Green | Green |
Position 3 | Blue | Blue |
Position 4 | White | White |
Position 5 | Voltage + | Black |
Max Power Link Configuration
Each Tetra Driver 4 Port can connect up to 96W of power. Do not connect more than 96W or there will be voltage drop or driver failure
Item Number | Size | Max Watts |
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5049-03 | 3ft | 15W |
5049-04 | 4ft | 20W |
5049-05 | 5ft | 25W |
5049-08 | 8ft | 42W |
5049-10 | 10ft | 53W |
Additional fixtures can be connected together using the Input and Output connections on the fixture. Must not exceed 96W per port (examples below).
Display Settings
DMX
DMX Address
DMX Port 04
Press Enter to select the output Port use the Up/Down to select from 01 to 04.
P04 Mode (07)
Press Enter to select the Channel Mode use the Up/Down to select from Options
below
1CH | Single Color Fixture |
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2CH | Variable White Color Fixture |
3CH | 3 Color Fixture Red, Green, Blue |
4Ch | 4 Color Fixture Red, Green, Blue, White |
7Ch | 4 Color Fixture Dimmer, Red, Green, Blue, White, Strobe, Macro |
P04 Mode (07)
Press Enter to select the DMX Start Channel use the Up/Down to select output
port DMX Start Channel. (Note if you want multiple outputs ports operating the
same way just use the same Mode and Start Channel for every port you want to
work the same
WDMX Set
Wireless DMX
This Function allows you to connect DMX signal to the fixture using a wireless
DMX Connection. A Wireless Lumen Radio Transmitter is required for this
function to operate.
Press Enter and use the Up/Down buttons to engage or disengage this function
Press Enter and Use the Up/Down buttons to open communications Mode.
Yes to open No to leave closed. Function Button on the Wireless
Transmitter must be set to engage for communication to be sent
Displays Status of the Wireless DMX connection Status. Display should read
(Linked) for proper Wireless Connection.Auto
Auto Programs
This Function allows you to play back preprogrammed looks. Press Enter and use
the Up/Down buttons to engage pre stored programs (1 -17).
Mode 1 will allow you to select from 39 different stored colors.
Press Enter to adjust function from 00-99
Mode 2-17 will allow you to select a pre program. Press Enter to adjust strobe
function from 00 to 99.
Manual
Manual Mode
This Function allows you to adjust the intensity of the led via display. Press
Enter and Use the Up/Down bottons to select the desired intensity from 001-255
For Single Color fixtures use Red Only
For Variable White fixtures use Red and Blue with same values
For R,G,B fixtures use Red, Green, Blue
For R,G,B,W fixtures use Red, Green, Blue White
Settings
Setting Options
This Function allows you to adjust preference settings
Dimmer Speed (Fast or Smooth)
Press Enter and Use the Up/Down buttons to select dimmer settings of Fast or
Smooth dimming speeds
DMX Fail (Hold or Off)
Press Enter and Use the Up/Down buttons to select Hold for the last DMX
Command or Off to turn off the LED’s in case the DMX Signal is lost.
Factory Reset
Factory Reset
This Function allows you to revert all display settings back to the original
factory setting
Reset (No or Yes)
Revert back to original factory setting
DMX Profile
Tetra Driver 4 1 Ch Mode
DMX Ch | Function | Description | Value | Init |
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1 | Dimmer | LED Intensity | 0-255 | 255 |
Tetra Driver 4 2 Ch Mode
DMX Ch | Function | Description | Value | Init |
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1 | LED Color | Warm White LED Intensity | 0-255 | 255 |
2 | LED Color | Cool White LED Intensity | 0-255 | 255 |
Tetra Driver 4 3 Ch Mode
DMX Ch | Function | Description | Value | Init |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | LED Color | Red LED Intensity | 0-255 | 255 |
2 | LED Color | Green LED Intensity | 0-255 | 255 |
3 | LED Color | Blue LED Intensity | 0-255 | 255 |
Tetra Driver 4 4 Ch Mode
DMX Ch | Function | Description | Value | Init |
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1 | LED Color | Red LED Intensity (all outputs) | 0-255 | 255 |
2 | LED Color | Green LED Intensity (all outputs) | 0-255 | 255 |
3 | LED Color | Blue LED Intensity (all outputs) | 0-255 | 255 |
4 | LED Color | White LED Intensity (all outputs) | 0-255 | 255 |
Tetra Driver 4 7 Ch Mode
DMX Ch | Function | Description | Value | Init |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Dimmer | Dimmer 0 to 100 | 0-255 | 255 |
2 | LED Color | Red LED Intensity (all outputs) | 0-255 | 255 |
3 | LED Color | Green LED Intensity (all outputs) | 0-255 | 255 |
4 | LED Color | Blue LED Intensity (all outputs) | 0-255 | 255 |
5 | LED Color | White LED Intensity (all outputs) | 0-255 | 255 |
6 | Strobe | No Function | 0-1 | 0 |
Strobe (slow to fast) | 2-127 | |||
Random Strobe (slow to fast) | 128-255 | |||
7 | Macro | No Function | 0-1 | 0 |
Color Fade (slow to fast) | 2-127 | |||
Color Chase (slow to fast) | 128-255 |
Size and Weight
Fixture Size: | 13.25” X 9.5” X 4.12” |
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Fixture Weight: | 8.8lb |
Packaged Size: | 14.75” X 12” X 6.75” |
Packaged Weight: | 9.8lb |
Installation
Caution!
- The Installation must be carried out by an authorized dealer or trained professional.
- Unit may cause severe injures, if you have doubts concerning the safety do not install.
- Unit is to be 24 inches away from flammable materials.
- Use high quality installation equipment to hang the unit.
When rigging the it is very important that you follow common safety
procedures. Rigging requires extensive experience including but not limited to
calculating working weight loads, material being used and periodic safety
inspections. If you lack these qualifications, do not attempt the installation
yourself, instead use a professional structural rigger.
When rigging the unit always be secure with a secondary safety attachment. The
installation location of the fixture has got to be built in the way that it
can hold 10 times the weight for 1 hour with out any failures. Installation
should be checked at least one time a year by a skilled professional.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Installation Maintenance- The operator has to make sure that the unit is
operating safely and has the installa-tions and electronics checked by an
expert every year.
The following points must be considered during the inspection:\
- All screws used for installing the device or part of the device have to be tightly connected and must not be corroded.
- There must not be any deformations on the housing, fixation and installation spots (ceiling, suspension, trussing).
- The electronic power supply cables must not show any damages, material fatigue (e.g. porous cables) or sediments. Further instructions depending on the installation spot and usage have to be adhered by a skilled installer and any safety problems have to be removed.
- Fixture housing must only be cleaned from the outside using only soap and water.
Note: Maintenance and service operations are to be carried out by
authorized dealers.
Replacing the fuse: When possible, only replace the fuse with the same type
and rating.
Replacing the power cable: If the power cable of this device becomes damaged,
it has to be replaced by authorized dealers or trained professionals only.
Should you have further questions, please contact your dealer.
Parts & Accessories
5060-DIN (DIn Rail Mount)
5067-POW | MEAN WELL POWER SUPPLY UHP-500-24 |
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5067-PCB-DRI | Driver PCB card |
5067-PCB-DIS | DISPLAY PCB |
5067-PCB-WIR | LUMEN RADIO WIRELESS PCB |
5067-FAN | FAN |
5060-DIN | DIN RAIL MOUNTS |
5067-ANT | IP RATED ANTENA |
5067-HOU-SID | SIDE HOUSING |
5067-HOU | CENTRER EXTRUSION HOUSING |
5067-SEA | DISPLAY RUBBER SEAL |
GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- All resellers must have approved and signed Reseller Application on file including their respective state tax information and W-9. Applications are re-evaluated on a fiscal calendar year basis to assure business integrity and tax status.
- Cash, check, cashiers check, ACH, wire transfer, MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express are accepted forms of payment.
- Past due invoices will be charged 1.5% per month finance charge. Uncollected invoices are subject to be turned over to collection.
- The reseller will pay all reasonable expenses incurred in the course of collections.
- The proper venue for litigation will be Bexar County, Texas.
- Returned checks will be charged a $50.00 fee.
- All prices are in U.S. Dollars.
- All prices and specifications are subject to change without notice, sales order confirmations are emailed and will reflect correct pricing.
- All terms are insured, monitored, analyzed and approved by Coface USA. Changes in credit line and approved terms can change without notice. Company authonzation of credit is based on Coface approvals. Any conflicts or disagreements should be referred to: 650 College Rd. East Suite 2005 Princeton, NJ 08540. 1-609-469-0400. E-mail: cofaceusa@coface.com
- Returns are subject to 25% restocking charge plus any necessary charges for repair or re-packaging.
SHIPPING TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- All orders are EXW San Antonio, TX (EXW means that a buyer/reseller incurs the risks for bringing the goods to their final destination). Any deviation needs to be done in writing.
- UPS ground shipping is the preferred shipping method. Requests for specific carriers may require use of the customer’s account number and may incur an additional charge for handling.
- Drop shipments are subject to all return charges at reseller’s expense. Drop shipments are not allowed outside of the territorial United States.
- No C.O.D. shipments allowed.
- Returned and undelivered shipment charges are the buyer/reseller’s responsibility and will be billed to the buyer/reseller.
- The freight carrier and company shipping@mega.lighting should be notified upon receipt of damaged freight, discrepancies or non-conformities within 24 hours. Company can assist in making claims with carriers or agents in the event of any loss or damage.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE PROCEDURES
- Allreturns require an RMA# (Return Merchandise Authorization number) before returning goods for any reason. For a service or warranty RMA, please email service@mega.lighting or call 210-884-2600. For sales or demo returns, please contact sales@mega.lighting.
- Case will be created and an RMA notice will be emailed. All units received must have the RMA # included with the unit as well as on the shipping label.
- All shipping charges are the responsibility of the customer: MEGA Systems, Inc., Service, 18668 HWY 16 N, Helotes, TX 78023.
WARRANTY FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED BEFORE 2021
Unless otherwise stated in writing, product is covered by a one year parts and
labor limited warranty and is subject to same limitation listed under the
limited warranty exclusions listed below.
WARRANTY FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED AFTER JANUARY 1, 2021
MEGA SYSTEMS INC (‘MSI’) hereby warrants to the original purchaser/owner
(“Customer”), MS! products to be free of manufacturing defects in material and
workmanship, for the warranty periods as defined below from the original
purchase invoice date. This warranty applies exclusively to new MSI branded
and/or distributed products listed below, purchased from an MSI AUTHORIZED
dealer/ reseller. This warranty is not transferable and may or may not apply
to products sold and/or forwarded outside the United States. Please contact
MSI for applicable regional product warranty information.
The purchase of MSI product constitutes the Customer’s acceptance of all
warranty terms and conditions as listed in this limited warranty statement.
This warranty provides the Customer with legal rights which may vary from
state to state. Please contact MSI regarding warranty questions prior to
purchasing.
Product / Series
BATTERY POWERED LED
MOVING LED, HAZERS
OUTDOOR IP RATED LED
HOUSE LIGHT LED, DECORATIVE LED, COMPACT LED, iCANDY LED, THEATRICAL LED,
STROBE WASH LED, FOLLOW SPOT LED, PRODUCTION & HOUSE OF WORSHIP CONTROL,
ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL , THEATRICAL CONTROL, DANCE VENUE & MOBILE DJ CONTROL,
DIRECT VIEW LED DISPLAYS, AND MV CONTROLERS
1. Battery, 183 days six months 2. Parts and Labor, 365 days one year 3.
Parts and Labor, 730 days two year 4. Parts and Labor, 1095 days three year
This limited warranty excludes any defects caused by, resulting from or
relating to the following:
Normal wear and tear of lamps, color media, brushes, contact rings, lamp
sockets, belts and other parts prone to wear and tear.
Misuse, abuse, improper handling, accident, alteration or attempts to repair
by or on behalf of the owner or any person not authorized by MSI.
Damage to the product resulting from acts of God, including, but not limited
to, earthquakes, hurricanes, tornados, lightning and other natural disasters,
fire, explosion, flood, riots, civil disorder or any other cause beyond the
reasonable control of MSI.
Exposure to harsh or excessively corrosive environmental conditions (whether
indoors or outdoors), including, but not limited to, extreme temperatures,
humidity, atmospheric conditions (including salinity or pressure), radiation
(UV, infrared or nuclear), shock and conditions which exceed the product’s
Ingress Protection (“IP)” rating.
Use of the product in a manner which exceeds the applicable product
specification, including, but not limited to, exposure to excessive,
insufficient or other voltage conditions.
installation or use of the product not in accordance with the technical
documentation, MSI guidelines (as may be posted on its website at
www.megasystemsinc.com from time to time or
otherwise designated by MSI or its brands) or applicable building and
electrical codes, regulations and standards.
Failure to maintain the product in accordance with the technical
documentation.
Natural degradation and color shift of the LED source over the course of
normal product use.
Slight deviations in the specified values of intensity and color that do not
affect the functionality of the product.
Use of the product not for its intended purpose.
All warranty claims are evaluated under the terms of this limited warranty. If
a product falls within the warranty period and if, upon examination by MSI it
is found to have failed for a covered cause, MSI will, at its sole discretion,
repair or replace the defective part or product or reimburse the purchaser a
pro-rated portion of the purchase price based on the percentage of the
warranty period still remainin as of the date that the returned product was
received by MSI. Should a replacement part or product be discontinued or
unavailable, MSI reserves the right, in its sole and absolute discretion, to
substitute a comparable replacement part or product for the defective part or
product. MSI warranty obligation hereunder is limited solely to the repair or
replacement of or reimbursement for the particular parts or products
determined by MSI to have failed for a covered cause within the warranty
period. In no event shall MSI be responsible to replace or reimburse purchaser
for any products or portions of a syste that MSI determines has not failed for
a covered cause within the warranty period, even if such other products or
portions of a system are used together with products being repaired or
replaced by MSI under this warranty and the repaired product differs in
brightness, colors or any other attribute after the repair.
Costs of removal, shipping to MSI or its authorized representative and
reinstallation are solely the responsibility of the purchaser. If MSI
determines that the product is covered by this limited warranty, it will only
pay for parts and labor as indicated by product type. If MSI determines that
the product is not covered by this limited warranty, the purchaser will have
the option of paying for the repair (if the product can be repaired) and the
purchaser shall be responsible for the cost of shipping the repaired product
back to the purchaser. MSI reserves the right, in its sole and absolute
discretion, to decline any repair.
IN NO EVENT SHALL MEGA SYSTEMS, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR PUNITIVE LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, LOSS OF USE OF THE
PRODUCT OR ANY OTHER GOODS OR ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, DAMAGE TO ANY ASSOCIATED
EQUIPMENT, COST OF CAPITAL, COST OF SUBSTITUTE PRODUCTS, FACILITIES OR
SERVICES, DOWN TIME COST, INSTALLATION OR LABOR COSTS, OR CLAIMS OF THE
PURCHAS- ER’S CUSTOMERS, WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT OR NEGLIGENCE,
ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, USE OR REPAIR OF THE PRODUCT. MEGA
SYSTEMS INC’S MAXIMUM LIABILITY SHALL NOT, IN ANY CASE, EXCEED THE PURCHASE
PRICE OF THE PRODUCT THAT GIVES RISE TO THE CLAIM.
EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH HEREIN, ALL PRODUCTS SOLD BY MEGA
SYSTEMS, INC. ARE SOLD “AS IS” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ALL OF WHICH ARE
EXPRESSLY AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED BY MEGA SYSTEMS, INC.
Customer Support
MEGA Lite has a customer support line to provide set-up help and to answer any
questions should you encounter a problem. Please visit our website for any
other related technical documents. For service related issues, please contact
our service dept.
Monday – Friday 9am to 69m CST
210-684-2600
service@mega.lighting
Manual Version
Please visit www.mega.lighting for the most up-to-
date manual version.
Manual Version | Date | Fixture Software | Notes |
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1.0 | 08/29/2023 | V1.1 |
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