ROBE 42 LED-based Moving Lights User Manual
- June 1, 2024
- ROBE
Table of Contents
- ROBE 42 LED-based Moving Lights
- Specifications
- Product Usage Instructions
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Safety instructions
- Operating determination
- Fixture exterior view
- Installation
- Remotely controllable functions
- Control menu map
- Control menu
- RDM
- Robe Ethernet Access Portal
- Error and information messages
- Technical Specifications
- Maintenance and cleaning
- LED frequency selection
- Type of control
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
ROBE 42 LED-based Moving Lights
Specifications
- Product Name: TetraX
- Version: 1.4
- Usage: Indoor
- Power Requirements: Check voltage on bottom of fixture
- Safety Class: Class I
Product Usage Instructions
1. Safety Instructions:
It is crucial to follow the safety instructions provided in the user manual to ensure safe operation of the device.
- Qualified Personnel: Only qualified individuals should be involved in the installation and maintenance of the device.
- Disconnect Power: Always unplug the mains lead before opening the housing or removing any covers to prevent electric shock.
- Power Cord Maintenance: Check the power cord for damage regularly and ensure it is not crimped by sharp edges.
- Grounding: Connect the yellow/green conductor to earth as the device falls under protection class I.
- Repairs and Servicing: All electric connections, repairs, and servicing must be carried out by qualified employees.
2. Operating Determination:
The TetraX device is designed for indoor professional use only to create decorative effects.
If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature changes, allow it to reach room temperature before switching it on to prevent damage due to condensation.
3. Additional Safety Precautions:
- Do not touch the device’s housing with bare hands during operation as it becomes hot.
- Avoid looking directly into the beam emitted by the LED light source to prevent eye injury.
- Lock the moving head in a horizontal position using the pan lock before manipulation.
- Avoid putting fingers under the moving head to prevent injury during operation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Can this device be used outdoors?
- A: No, this device is designed for indoor use only.
- Q: How should I handle condensation on the device?
- A: If condensation occurs due to temperature changes, allow the device to reach room temperature before switching it on.
- Q: What precautions should I take when cleaning or servicing the unit?
- A: Always disconnect the power input cable before cleaning or servicing the unit to ensure safety.
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CAUTION! Keep this device away from rain and moisture! Unplug mains lead
before opening the housing!
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU INITIAL
START – UP!
Safety instructions
Every person involved with installation and maintenance of this device have
to: – be qualified – follow the instructions of this manual
CAUTION! Disconnect the fixture from mains before you remove any cover of the
fixture. With a high voltage you can suffer a dangerous electric shock when
touching
alive wires and electrical parts under covers!
This device has left our premises in absolutely perfect condition. In order to
maintain this condition and to ensure a safe operation, it is absolutely
necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes
written in this manual.
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by
the non-observance of this manual or any unauthorized modification to the
device.
Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are
not subject to warranty.
Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the bottom
side of the fixture.
WARNING! This unit does not contain an ON/OFF switch. Always disconnect power
input cable to completely remove power from unit when not in use or before
cleaning or servicing the unit.
Make sure that the power cord is never crimped or damaged by sharp edges.
Check the device and the power-cord from time to time.
Always disconnect from the mains, when the device is not in use or before
cleaning it.
This device falls under protection class I. Therefore it is essential to
connect the yellow/green conductor to earth.
The electric connection, repairs and servicing must be carried out by a
qualified employee.
Do not connect this device to a dimmer pack. For replacement use fuses of same
type and rating only.
The fixture becomes hot during operation. Do not touch the device’s housing
bare hands during its operation. Allow the fixture to cool approximately 30
minutes prior to
manipulate with it.
LED light emission. Risk of eye injury. Do not look into the beam at short
distance of the of the product. Do not view the light output with optical
instruments or any device
that may concentrate the beam. The light source contains blue LEDs.
CAUTION! Risk group 2, RG-2
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Prior to manipulate the fixture, lock its moving head in a horizontal position
by means of the pan lock.
Be careful when the fixture performs fast pan rotation. There is a danger of
injury of your hands (especially fingers). Danger of injury! Danger area
when:- pan continually rotates
– you touching the graphic screen (and the fixture is under voltage) – you
connect cables (and the fixture is under voltage)
Danger of injury! Do not put your fingers under the moving head!
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Operating determination
This device is a moving line for creating decorative effects and was designed
for indoor use only.
This device is for professional use only. It is not for household use.
If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after
transportation), do not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation
water might damage your device. Leave the device switched off until it has
reached room temperature.
Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
When choosing the installation spot, please make sure that the device is not
exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust!
Make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked when rigging,
de-rigging or servicing the fixture.
Always secure the fixture with an appropriate safety wire.
To avoid damage of an internal optical system of the fixture, never let the
sunlight (or other light source) lights directly to the lens array, even when
the fixture is not working
Please use the original packaging if the device is to be transported.
Please consider that unauthorized modifications on the device are forbidden
due to safety reasons.
If this device will be operated in any way different to the one described in
this manual, the product may suffer damages and the guarantee becomes void.
Furthermore, any other operation may lead to dangers like short-circuit,
burns, electric shock etc.
The product (covers and cables) must not be exposed to a high frequency
electromagnetic field higher than 3V/m.
Immunity of the equipment is designed according to the standard EN 55035
Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia equipment – Immunity requirements
Emission of the equipment complies with the standard EN55032 Electromagnetic
compatibility of multimedia equipment Emission Requirements according to
class B.
Contains FCC ID: 2A6PL-DMXRDMRW001 Contains IC: 29573-DMXRDMRW001 * Wireless
DMX version of the fixture only.
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.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
The [Device] wireless operation is safe and complies to RF Exposure
requirements
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.
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Fixture exterior view
1 – Moving head 2 – Pan lock 3 – Holders 4 – Cotrol buttons 5 – QVGA touch screen 6 – Fuse holder 7 – Power IN (PowerCon True 1)
8 – Power OUT (PowerCon True 1) 9 – DMX IN (5-pin XLR) 10 – DMX OUT (5-pin
XLR) 11 – Ethernet IN
12- Ethernet OUT
13- Attachment point for safety wire
14- Omega holders
The head has to be locked for transportation – the pan lock latch (2) has to be in the locked position. To unlock the head, move the latch to unlock position before operating the fixture.
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Installation
Fixtures must be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with all national and local electrical and construction codes and regulations.
4.1 Connection to the mains
For protection from electric shock, the fixture must be earthed!
The Robin TetraX is equipped with auto-switching power supply that automatically adjusts to any 50-60Hz AC power source from 100-240 Volts.
If you install a cord cap on the power cable to allow connection to power
outlets, install a grounding-type (earthed) plug, following the plug
manufacturer’s instructions.
The cores in the power cable are coloured according to the following table.
Core (EU) Brown Light blue Yellow/Green
Core (US) Black White Green
Connection Plug Terminal Marking
Live
L
Neutral
N
Earth
This device falls under class one and must be earthed (grounded)! To apply
power, first check that the tilt locks is released. Design of the ROBIN TetraX
allows to connect several fixtures to AC mains power in one interconnected
daisy chain using power input and throughput connectors. Needed daisy chain
cords are stated in the chapter
“Technical specifications ” Maximum number of linked fixtures depends on input
voltage:
CE:
11 fixtures at power supply= 230V 10 fixtures at power supply= 208V 5 fixtures
at power supply= 120V
US:
9 fixtures at power supply= 230V 8 fixtures at power supply= 208V 4 fixtures
at power supply= 120V
Real numbers of fixtures may differ from values stated above as you have to take into account the length of supply cables, circuit breaker etc. at projecting of the fixtures installation Do not overload the supply line and connecting leads.
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4.2 Rigging the fixture
A structure intended for installation of the fixture (s) must safely hold
weight of the fixture(s) placed on it. The structure has to be certificated to
the purpose. The fixture (fixtures) must be installed in accordance with
national and local electrical and construction codes and regulations.
. For overhead installation, the fixture must be always secured with a safety
wire that
can bear at least 10 times the weight of the fixture.
When rigging, derigging or servicing the fixture staying in the area below the
installation place, on bridges, under high working places and other endangered
areas is forbidden.
The operator has to make sure that safety-relating and machine-technical
installations are approved by an expert before taking into operation for the
first time and after changes before taking into operation another time. The
operator has to make sure that safety-relating and machine-technical
installations are approved by a skilled person once a year.
Allow the fixture to cool for 30 minutes before handling. IMPORTANT! OVERHEAD
RIGGING REQUIRES EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE, including calculating working load
limits, installation material being used, and periodic safety inspection of
all installation material and the projector. If you lack these qualifications,
do not attempt the installation yourself, but use a help of professional
companies.
CAUTION: Fixtures may cause severe injuries when crashing down! If you have
doubts concerning the safety of a possible installation, do not install the
fixture! The fixture has to be installed out of the reach of public. The
fixture must never be fixed swinging freely in the room.
Danger of fire ! When installing the device, make sure there is no highly
inflammable
material (decoration articles, etc.) in a distance of min. 0.5 m.
CAUTION! Use 2 appropriate clamps to rig the fixture on the truss.
Make sure that the device is fixed properly! Ensure that the structure (truss)
to which you are attaching the fixtures is secure.
The fixture can be placed directly on the stage floor or rigged in any
orientation on a truss without altering its operation characteristics .
For securing the fixture to the truss, install a safety wire which can hold at
least 10 times the weight of the fixture. Use only the safety wire with a snap
hook with screw lock gate.
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Truss installation 1. Bolt rigging clamps (1) to the omega holders (2) with
M12 bolts and lock nuts through the holes in the holders. 2. Fasten the omega
holders to the bottom of the base by inserting both quick-lock fasteners (3)
into
the holes of the base and tighten fully them clockwise. 3. Clamp the fixture
on the truss (4) and tighten the rigging clamps. 4. Pull one safety wire (5)
around the truss (4) and through the handle (7) and lock the snap hook with
screw lock gate in the attachment point (6).
Avoid illuminating one fixture with another! In order to protect the internal
parts of the head from the sun, the function PARKING POSITION must be switched
ON before switching the fixture off.
The PARKING POSITION function is located on the Power/Special functions
channel (120-129 DMX). If the function is on, the fixture will automatically
detect via G-sensor whether the fixture is on the floor or hangs on the truss
and tilts the moving head to the position in which the moving head will always
face down. Owing this position of the moving head, there is not chance to burn
internal parts of the LEDs array by the sun light.
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4.3 DMX-512 connection
The fixture is equipped with 5-pin XLR sockets for DMX input and output. 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 one fixture with another.
DMX output
DMX input
XLR socket:
XLRplug:
1 – Shield 2 – Signal (-) 3 – Signal (+) 4 – Not used
5 – Not used
1 – Shield 2 – Signal (-) 3 – Signal (+) 4 – Not used
5 – Not used
Building a serial DMX-chain.
Connect the DMX output of the first fixture in the DMX chain with the DMX
input of the next fixture. Always connect one output with the input of the
next fixture until all fixtures are connected. Up to 32 fixtures can be
connected. Caution: At the last fixture, the DMX cable has to be terminated
with a terminator. Solder a 120 resistor between Signal () and Signal (+)
into a 5-pin XLR plug and plug it in the DMX output of the last fixture.
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4.4 Ethernet connection
The fixtures on a data link are connected to the Ethernet with appropriate
communication protocol (e.g. Art-Net). The control software running on your PC
(or light console) has to support Art-Net protocol. Art-Net communication
protocol is a 10 Base T Ethernet protocol based on the TCP/IP.Its purpose is
to allow transfer of large amounts of DMX 512 data over a wide area using
standard network technology.
IP address is the Internet protocol address.The IP uniquely identifies any node (fixture) on a network. The Universe is a single DMX 512 frame of 512 channels.
The Robin TetraX EP is equipped with 8-pin RJ- 45 sockets for Ethernet connection. Use a network cable ca-
tegory 5 (with four “twisted” wire pairs) and standard RJ-45 plugs in order to connect the fixture to the network.
RJ-45 socket (front view):
RJ-45 plug (front view):
1- TD+
5- Not connected
2- TD-
6- RX-
3- RX+
7- Not connected
4- Not connected
8- Not connected
Patch cables that connect fixtures to the hubs or LAN sockets are wired
1:1,that is,pins with the same numbers are connected together:
1-1 2-2 3-3 4-4 5-5 6-6 7-7 8-8 If only the fixture and the computer are to be
interconnected,no hubs or other active components are needed.A cross-cable has
to be used:
1-3 2-6 3-1 4-8 5-7 6-2 7-5 8-4
If the fixture is connected with active Ethernet socket (e.g. switch) the network icon bottom right corner of the screen:
will appear at the
Ethernet operation
Connect the Ethernet inputs of all fixtures with the Ethernet network. Option
“Artnet (gMaI or gMA2 or sACN)” has to be selected from “Ethernet Mode” menu
on the fixture. Set IP address (002.xxx.xxx.xxx / 010.xxx.xxx.xxx) and the
Universe. Example of connection:
(DMX address=213) IP addres=002.168.002.008 Universe=1
(DMX address=169) IP addres=002.168.002.004 Universe=1
(DMX address=43) IP addres=002.168.002.003 Universe=1
(DMX address=1) IP addres=002.168.002.002 Universe=1
An advised PC setting: IP address: 002.xxx.xxx.xxx / 010.xxx.xxx.xxx
(Different from fixture IP addresses) NET mask: 255.0.0.0
The fixture is equipped with Ethernet Pass Through Switch which sustains
Ethernet integrity, when the fixture has no power, it automatically maintains
network connectivity. If you use the Ethernet IN-OUT way for the Ethernet
connection, max. 8 fixtures can be connected in the IN-OUT line.
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Ethernet / DMX operation Option “Ethernet to DMX” has to be selected from the
“Ethernet Settings” menu on the first fixture (connected to the Ethernet) in
the fixture chain,next fixtures have standard DMX setting. Connect the
Ethernet input of the first fixture in the data chain with the network.
Connect the DMX output of this fixture with the input of the next fixture
until all fixtures are connected to the DMX chain. Caution: At the last
fixture, the DMX chain has to be terminated with a terminator. Solder a 120
resistor between Signal () and Signal (+) into a XLR plug and connect it in
the DMX output of the last fixture. Example:
(DMX address=169)
(DMX address=43)
DMX address=1 IP addres=002.168.002.002 Universe=0
(DMX address=169)
(DMX address=43)
DMX address=1 IP addres=002.168.002.002 Universe=1
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4.5 Wireless DMX operation
The wireless DMX version of the fixture is equipped with ROBE wireless DMX/RDM
module, The module has full support for wireless communication protocols at
entertainment market. Modul is based on well known LumenRadio RF technology,
with implemented wire interface for connection with Robe products. RF output
for MCX interface antenna as standard output. The item ” Wireless ” from the
menu “DMX Input” allows you to activate receiving of wireless DMX
(Personality–> DMX Input –>Wireless.). First two options from the “DMX Input”
menu are stated in DMX chart as well (channel Power/Special functions , range
of 10-19 DMX). If DMX input option is changed by DMX command, the change is
permanently written into fixture´s memory. DMX range of 10-19 switching
fixture to the wired/wireless operation is active only during first 10 seconds
after switching the fixture on. After switching the fixture on, the fixture
checks both modes of receiving DMX in the following order: 1. For the first
five seconds, the fixture receives DMX signal from the wired input. If the
Power/Special functions channel is set at some DMX input option, the fixture
will receive DMX value according to this option. If DMX input option is set to
the wired input , this option is saved and checking procedure is finished. If
DMX input option is not set, the fixture continues next 5 seconds in scanning
wireless DMX signal-see point 2. 2. For the next 5 seconds the fixture
receives wireless DMX signal and again detects if the Power/Special functions
channel is set at some DMX input option, if not, the fixture will take option
which is set in the fixture menu “DMX Input”. To link the fixture with DMX
transmitter. The fixture can be only linked with the transmitter by running
the link procedure at DMX transmitter . After linking , the level of DMX
signal ( 0-100 %) is displayed in the menu item “Wireless State” (Information
–>Wireless State). To unlink the fixture from DMX transmitter. The fixture can
be unlinked from receiver via the menu item ” Unlink Wireless Adapter”
(Information–> Wireless State –> Unlink Wireless Adaptor). Note: If the option
“Wireless In/XLR Out” is selected (Personality–> DMX Input –>Wireless In/XLR
Out), the fixture receives wireless DMX and sends the signal to its wired DMX
output. The fixture behaves as ” Wireless/ Wired” adaptor. Example of
connection:
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Remotely controllable functions
Virtual colour wheel This wheel contains 66 preset colours, rainbow effect
with/without fade time.
Colour temperarature correction (CTC) This channel allows to set calibrated
white colour from range of 8000K-2700K.
RGBW or CMY colour mixing system The RGBW colour mixing system is based on
red, green, blue and white high power LEDs. Option for switching the fixture
to the CMY colour mixing system is also available.
Colour Mix control The Colour Mix control channel defines relation between
global colours (RGBW, CTO, Virtual colour wheel) and individual RGB pixels or
Kling-Net.
Global = Global Colours (RGBW, CTO, Virtual Colour Wheel) Pixel = Pixel Colors
(RGB individual pixels or Kling-Net)
DMX value
Function
0-9
Global colours (Global has priority)
10-19
Maximum mode (highest values have priority)
20-29
Minimum mode (lowest values have priority)
30-39
Multiply mode (multiply Global and Pixel)
40-49
Addition mode (Global + Pixel) – default
50-59
Subtraction mode (Global Pixel)
60-69
Inverted Subtraction mode (Pixel Global)
70-79
Coloured background
80-127
Reserved
128
Global colours (Global has priority)
129-254
Crossfade (crossfade between Global and Pixel)
255
Pixel colours (Pixel has priority)
E.g. If you wish to control RGBW channels, set the Colour Mix Control channel to 0 DMX, if you
need to use pixel effects, set the Colour Mix Control channel to 255 DMX.
Multi-Coloured Flower Effects Three Multi-Coloured Flower Effects rotating in
both directions at variable speed create spectacular multicolour beam effects
in the air.
Zoom Motorized zoom offers beam range of 4° – 45°.
Pixel control 9 RGB pixels allow you to create many effects or use pre-defined
pixel effects.
Dimmer/Shutter unit Imperceptible 18 bit dimming 0 – 100 % for ultra smooth
fade to black Strobe effects with variable speed.
Pan/Tilt Precise pan/tilt movement in range of 540/191°.
Direction of pan/tilt movement and pixel order:
Multi-coloured flower effects are placed at pixel positions 2, 5, 8.
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Control menu map
Default settings=Bold print
Tab
Level 1
Level 2
Addressing –
Settings
DMX Address DMX Preset
Ethernet Settings
Level 3
001-512
Mode 1, Mode 2, Mode 3, Mode 4 Mode 5, Mode 6
Ethernet Mode
Level 4
Disable ArtNet gMAI gMA2 sACN
Level 5
Level 6
Ethernet To DMX IP Address/Net Mask
ArtNet Universe MANet settings sACN Settings Klingnet Settings
Off, On Default IP Address Custom IP Address Net Mask 0-255 MANetI/II Universe MANet Session ID sACN Universe sACN Priority Disable Enable
01-256 01-32 00001-32000 0-255
Information
Fixture Times Fixture Temperatures
DMX Values Wireless State Power Channel State Software Versions
Product IDs View Logs
Power On Time
Total Hours
Resetable Hours
Air Filters
Elapsed Time
Alert Period
LEDs Temperature Current
Maximum NonRes.
Maximum Res.
Base Temperature
Current
Maximum NonRes.
Maximum Res.
Pan
:
White Pixel 9
Signal Quality
Unlink Wireless Adapter
Display System Module M Module DR Module PX Wireless Mac Address RDM UID RDM
Label Fixture Errors Fixture States
Fixture Position Fixture Temperatures
Power On Power Off
LEDs Temperature Base Temperature
10-300
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Tab Personality
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
DMX Presets
Mode 1
Mode 2
:
Mode 6
View Selected Preset
DMX Input
Wired Input
Wireless Input
Wireless In/XLR Out
Pan/Tilt Settings
Pan Reverse Tilt Reverse Pan/Tilt Feedback
Off, On Off, On Off, On
Pan/Tilt mode
Time
Speed
Pixel Control
Pixel Index
0-8
Pixel Mirror Reset to default
On, Off
Microphone Sen- 1-10-20 sitivity
Blackout Settings
Blackout During M.C. Off, On
Blackout while:
Pan/Tilt moving
Colour Mixing Mode
RGBW
CMY
White Point 8000K Off, On
Automatic white pixel
Tungsten Eff. Sim.
Off, On Off
750W
1000W
1200W
2000W
2500W
Dimmer Curve
Linear
Square Law
L E D S O u t p u t Standard
Frequency
High
LEDs Frequency -6….0….+6 Adjust
Init Effect Positions Pan
0-255
:
Dimmer Fine
0-255
Screen Settings
Display Intensity
1-10
Screen Saver Delay Touchscreen Lock Recalibrate Touchscreen
Off-10min. Off-10min.
Display Orientation Normal
Inverted
Auto
Temperature Unit °C,°F
Fan settings
Fan Mode
Auto
High
Quiet
Quiet-Blackout Fan Off, On Off
Date & Time Settings
Default Settings
Level 4 Off, On
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Level 5
Level 6
Tab Manual Control
Stand -Alone
Level 1
Level 2
Reset Functions
Total System reset
Pan/Tilt reset
Zoom Reset
Flower E. Reset
Manual Effect Con- Pan trol
:
White Pixel 9
Test Sequences
Dynamic Mode
Static Mode
MusicTrigger Preset Playback
Play Program Edit Program
Off, On None Test Prog. 1 Prog. 2 Prog. 3 Play Program 1 Play Program 2 Play Program 3 Edit Program 1
Level 3
Level 4
0-255
0-255 Pan, Tilt Zoom
0-255 0-255
Start Step End Step Edit Program Steps
1-88 1-88 Step 1 : : : Step 88
Service
Adjust DMX Values Calibrations
Update Software
Pan
0-255
:
White Pixel 8
0-255
Calibrate Effects
Pan
Tilt
FE I Rotation
FE 2 Rotation
FE 3 Rotation
Calibrate colours
Red
Green
Blue
White
Red Intensity
Green Intensity
Blue Intensity
White intensity
Pixel Correction
Red 1
Green 1
Blue 1
White 1
:
Red 9
Green 9
Blue 9
White 9
Load Default Calibrations
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0-255 0-255 0-255 0-255 0-355 0-255 0-255 0-255 0-255 0-255 0-255 0-255 0-255
0-255 0-255 0-255 0-255
0-255 0-255 0-255 0-255
Level 5
Level 6
Tilt : Dimmer Fine Step Time Tilt : Dimmer Fine Step Time
0-255
0-255 0-25.5 sec. 0-255
0-255 0-25.5 sec.
Control menu
The Robin TetraX is equipped with the QVGA Robe touch screen with battery
backup which allows you to set the fixture´s behaviour according to your
needs, obtain information on its operation, test its various parts and program
it, if it has to be used in a stand-alone mode. The fixture´s menu can be
controlled either by the control buttons or directly by touching the icon.
Control buttons on the front panel:
[ESCAPE] button used to leave the menu without saving changes. [NEXT] , [PREV]
buttons for moving between menu items and symbols, adjusting values.
[ENTER/Display On] button used to enter the selected menu (menu item) and to
confirm adjusted value. If the fixture is disconnected from mains, the button
switches the touch screen on. Icons used in the touch screen menu
– [back arrow] used to move back to the previous screen (menu). – [up arrow]
used to move up on the previous page. – [down arrow] used to move down on the
next page. – [confirm] used to save adjusted values, to leave menu or to
perform desired action. – [cancel] used to leave menu item without saving
changes. – [confirm+copy] used to save adjusted values and copy them to the
next prog. step. – [warning icon] used to indicate some error which has
occurred in the fixture. – [Ethernet] used to indicate Ethernet connected. –
[display turn] used to turn the display by 180°. – [slider control] used to
recall slider system for setting desired value. – [keyboard control] used to
recall keyboard system for setting desired value. – [air filters cleaning]
used to signal that cleaning period of the air filters elapsed. The menu page
displays icons for each function that you can perform from the touch screen.
After switching the fixture on, the touch screen shows the screen with the
ROBE logo:
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Note: The green icon at the top right corner of the screen indicates the level
of the display battery charging. If the whole icon is green, the battery is
fully charged while the red icon indicates exhausted battery. The battery
charges during fixture operation, its charging lasts cca 6 hours. We recommend
that the fixture should be in operation at least 7 hours per week to keep the
battery fully charged. If you switch the fixture on and this screen will not
appear till 1 minute, switch the fixture off and on again. If the screen
lights, the battery is exhausted. In case the screen still does not light, the
battery is faulty. This is also indicated by an error message “Faulty battery”
and if such an error message appears the battery should be replaced
immediately. The lifetime of the battery is highly dependent on ambient
temperature (and consequently on base temperature). If the maximum ambient
temperatures (as recorded and displayed in menu: Information -> Fixture
Temperatures -> Ambient Temperature -> Maximum NonRes.) are kept within the
specified limits, the battery should last for at least two years. Shell the
ambient temperatures exceed the specified maximum temperature, the lifetime of
the batteries could be considerably shortened even up to just one year or less
and also result in physical damage (battery leakage) or unreliable fixture
functions. Damage caused by batteries failed due to exceeded maximum ambient
temperature cannot be claimed under warranty terms.
Touch any part of the screen or press the [ENTER/Display On] button to display
the initial screen with the current stored DMX address:
Touch the green arrow at the bottom right corner of the screen or press the
[ENTER/Display On] button to enter the ” Address” menu. Each item (such as a
Tab, menu item, text box, icon) may be selected from a screen by simply
touching the item in the list or by pressing the [NEXT] or [PREV] buttons to
scroll through items. With each press, the next item is highlighted. Press
[ENTER/Display On] to select the highlighted item.
Before first fixture operation, set current date and time in the menu “Date
&Time Settings” (menu path: Personality–> Date &Time Settings).
7.1 Tab ” Address”
DMX Address – Select the menu to set the DMX start address.
DMX Preset – Use the menu to select desired channel mode. View Selected Preset
– Use the menu to display channels included in the selected mode.
Ethernet Settings – The menu allows all needed settings for the Ethernet
operation
Ethernet Mode Disable – The option disables Ethernet operation. Artnet –
Fixture receives Artnet protocol gMAI – Fixture receives MANet I protocol gMA2
– Fixture receives MANet 2 protocol sACN – Fixture receives sACN protocol
Ethernet To DMX – Fixture receives protocol from the Ethernet input and sends
DMX data to its DMX output (fixture works as an “Ethernet/DMX converter”, next
fixture can be connected to its DMX output and you can build a standard DMX
chain by connecting another fixtures. Only one fixture has to be connected to
the Ethernet.
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IP Address/Net Mask – Select this menu to set IP address. IP address is the
Internet protocol address. The IP uniquely identifies any node (fixture) on a
network. There cannot be 2 fixtures with the same IP address on the network!
Default IP Address -Preset IP address, you can set up only first byte of IP
address (2 or 10) e.g. 002.019.052.086. Custom IP Address – The option enables
to set up all bytes of IP address. Net Mask – The option enables to set up all
bytes of Net Mask.
ArtNet Universe – Use this item to set a Universe (0-255). The Universe is a
single DMX 512 frame of 512 channels.
MANet Settings – Use this menu to set parameters for MANet operation. MANet
Universe I/II – The value of this item can be set in range 1-256. MANet
Session ID – The value of this item can be set in range 1-32.
sACN Settings – Use this menu to set parameters for sACN operation. sACN
Universe – The value of this item can be set in range 1-32000. sACN Priority –
The value of this item can be set in range 0-255.
Klingnet Settings – Use this menu to enable or disable Klingnet protocol.
7.2 Tab “Information”
Fixture Times – The menu provides readouts of fixture operation hours and air
filters using hours. Power On Time – Select this menu to read the number of
fixture operation hours. Total Hours – The item shows the total number of the
operation hours since the Robin TetraX has been fabricated. Resettable Hours –
The item shows the number of the operation hours that the Robin TetraX has
been powered on since the counter was last reset. In order to reset this
counter to 0, touch the text box next to the item “Resettable Hours:” Air
Filter – Regular cleaning of the air filter in the fixture base is very
important for the fixture´s life and performance. The two items of this menu
help you to keep cleaning period of the air filters. Alert period – Cleaning
schedule for the fixture depends on the operating environment. It is therefore
impossible to specify accurate cleaning interval. This item allows you to
change the cleaning interval of the air filter. This “alert” value is 300
hours and it is set as default. Inspect the fixture within its 300 hours of
operation to see whether cleaning is necessary. If cleaning is required, clean
air filter and change the value in this menu on acceptable level. Min. level
of alert period is 10 hours, max. is 300 hours. Elapsed Time – The item allows
you to read the time which remains to cleaning air filter. The time period is
set in the menu mentioned above. Expired time period is signalled by a
negative mark (-) at the time value and a warning icon on the display. Clean
the filter and reset this menu item (by touching the text box next to the item
“Elapsed Time”).
Fixture Temperatures – The menu is used to view temperatures of the fixture´s
inside. LEDs temperature – The menu shows temperature on the LEDs PCB .
Current – A current temperature of the LEDs PCB. Maximum NonRes. – A maximum
temperature of the LEDs PCB since the fixture has been fabricated. Maximum
Res. – A maximum temperature of the LEDs PCB since the counter was last reset.
In order to reset some counter to 0, touch desired text box under item
“Max.Res.” Base Temperature – The menu shows temperature in the fixture base
(on the display PCB). Current – A current temperature in the fixture base.
Maximum NonRes. – A maximum temperature in the fixture base since the fixture
has been fabricated. Maximum Res. – A maximum temperature in the fixture base
since the counter was last reset. In order to reset this counter to 0, touch
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DMX Values – The menu is used to read DMX values of each channel received by
the fixture.
Wireless State – The menu serves for reading of the wireless operation status.
Unlink Wireless Adapter – The item serves for unlinking the fixture from DMX
transmitter.
Power Channel State – The menu item shows state of the Power/Special functions
switches.
Software Version – Select this item to read the software version of the
fixture modules: Display System – A display display board in the fixture base
Module M – A pan/Tilt module Module DR – A LEDs driver module Module PX –
Pixels + zoom control module Wireless – Wireless DMX module
Product IDs – The menu is used to read the MAC Address ,RDM UID and RDM Label.
View Logs – Use this menu to read fixture´s data which have been recorded
during fixture operation. This colected data allows easier troubleshooting.
Fixture Errors – Use this menu to read fixture errors which have occurred
during fixture operation. Fixture States – Recorded following actions: Fixture
On, Fixture Off. Fixture Position – Recorded installation positions of the
fixture:
Fixture Temperatures – Recorded temperatures which have exceeded defined
levels.
Note: The log buffer can contain 8000 records max. If the buffer is full, old
data will be overwritten.
7.3 Tab “Personality”
DMX Preset – Use the menu to select desired channel mode. View Selected Preset
– Use the menu to display channels included in the selected mode.
DMX Input- Use the menu to select mode of DMX signal receiving. Wired – DMX
signal is received by means of the standard DMX cable. Wireless – DMX signal
is received by means of the inbuilt wireless module. Wireless In/XLR Out- the
fixture receives wireless DMX and sends the signal to its wired DMX output.
The fixture behaves as ” Wireless/Wired” adaptor.
The options “Wired” and “Wireless” are also stated in DMX chart (channel
Power/Special functions). Note. If the wireless module is not installed in the
fixture, the following message will appear:
DMX Input Set to Wired Wireless Module Missing If the fixture is not connected
to mains, the message “Not Available In Offline Mode” will appear after
entering the menu DMX Input. To enter this menu, the fixture has to be
connected to mains.
Pan/Tilt Settings – Use the menu set behaviour of the pan movement and the
tilt movement.
Pan Reverse – The item allows to invert pan movement. Tilt Reverse – The item
allows to invert tilt movement. Pan/Tilt Feedback – The item allows to return
the mowing head to the required pan/tilt position after changing the position
by an external force if this option is set on. Note. Be careful, the Pan/Tilt
Feedback should be permanent On, the option Off is not suitable for standard
operation and the head of the fixture can be damaged!
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Pan/Tilt mode – Use this menu to set the mode of the pan/tilt movement Time
mode The pan and tilt will move with different speeds and they will come at
the same time to the end point of their tracks (pan and tilt use their optimal
speeds). Time of the pan/tilt movement (25.5 sec. max.) is set by the channel
“Pan/Tilt speed, Pan/Tilt time”. Speed Mode – Both Pan and tilt will move with
the same speed as adjusted at the channel “Pan/Tilt speed, Pan/Tilt time”.
Pixel Control – Use the menu to index or mirror pixels. Pixel Index – The item
allows you to choose needed position of turned pixels. Pixel Mirror – The item
allows mirroring of pixels along a vertical axis.
Both functions you can also find on the channel Power/Special functions
(210-237 DMX). Important: If you use DMX commands to set values for both Pixel
Index and Pixel Mirror functions, set values will be lost after switching the
fixture off. In order to save the values to the fixture, go to DMX value of
237 and stay in it for 3 sec. The set values will be saved to the fixture and
will not be lost by switching the fixture off and on.
Reset to default – The item sets items “Pixel Index” and “Pixel Mirror” to
default (factory) values.
Microphone Sensitivity – Enter the menu if you want to adjust the microphone
sensitivity from 1 (max.) to 20 (min.).
Blackout Settings – Use the menu if you need to close the light output under
certain conditions which are described below
Blackout DMC – Blackout during movement correction. Set this option On if you
wish to close light output during the time when the LED module goes to its
correct position, which has been changed by an external force. Active
Blackouts – Use this menu if you wish to close the light output during effect
changes.
Tilt Moving – The menu item enables to close light output while the tilt is
moving.
White Point 8000K – If the function is on, the CTC channel allows to set
desired white in range of 8000K-2700K (0 DMX=8000K, 255 DMX=2700K). Necessary
condition is , that RGBW channels have to be set at the same DMX values, e.g.
255. If this function is off, the range of whites is not uniform and may be
different for each fixture.
Automatic white pixel On/Off – In pixel control DMX modes, this function
allows automatic activation of the white LEDs, based on levels of RGB pixels.
Colour Mixing Mode – This item allows switching into RGBW or CMY mode. In the
CMY mode, the white(8bit)/ white (16) bit channels are not active.
Tungsten Effect Sim. – This function simulates behaviour of a halogen lamp
during dimming at calibrated whites 2700K, 3200K. You can select from various
lamp wattage simulation: 750W, 1000W, 1200W, 2000W, 2500W.
Dimmer Curve – You can select desired dimmer curve: Linear or Square Law.
LEDs Output Frequency – The function allows you to set the PWM (Pulse Width
Modulation) output frequency of LEDs to Standard (300Hz) or High (1200Hz).
LEDs Frequency Adjust – The function allows you to change the selected PWM
output frequency of LEDs in 6 levels up and down around the selected frequency
in the menu “LEDs Output Frequency”.
-1…-6 – Frequency levels 1 – 6 under selected frequency. 00 – Selected frequency (Standard or High) 1…6 – Frequency levels 1 – 6 above selected frequency.
Init Effect Positions – Use the menu to set all effects to the desired
positions at which they will stay after switching the fixture on without DMX
signal connected.
Screen Settings – Use this menu to change the touch screen settings. Display
Intensity – The item allows to control the intensity of the screen (1-min.,
10-max.). Screen saver Delay – The item allows you to keep the screen on or to
turn it off automatically after 1-10 minutes after last touch (or pressing any
button on the control panel). Touchscreen Lock – The item allows you to lock
the screen after last touch (or pressing any button on the control panel). The
time delay can be set in range of 1-10 minutes. To unlock the screen, press
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Recalibrate Touchscreen – The item starts calibration of the touchscreen.
Follow the instructions on the screen. Display Orientation – The menu allows
to change display orientation.
Normal – Standard display orientation if the fixture is placed horizontally
(e.g. on the ground). Inverted – This function rotates menu 180 degrees from
current orientation. Auto – The option activates a gravitation sensor for
automatic screen orientation. Note: Auto option is set as default. You change
the display orientation by touching the icon on the display, an the option set
in the “Display Orientation” menu is temporarily overridden.
Temperature unit – Use the menu item to change temperature unit from °C to °F.
Fan Settings – Use the menu to set fans operation mode. Fan Mode – Use the
menu to set the fixture fans to max. power mode (option “High”) or to the
auto-control mode (option “Auto”). The third option “Quiet” allows you to set
desired fan noise. The light output of the fixture is reduced at low speeds of
fans. Quiet – Blackout Fan Off – The menu item allows you to stop all fans in
the fixture (option “On”) when its light output is closed (shutter in range of
0-31 DMX or dimmer in 0 DMX). The menu item does not influence fans in the
“High” mode.
Date & Time Settings – Use this menu to set current date and time for the
fixture log system (menu “View Logs”). Set this menu item before first fixture
operation.
Reset Web Password – The menu item allows you to reset a password for access
to the REAP (default password: 2479, user: robe).
Default Settings – The menu item allows to set all fixture parameters to the
default (factory) values.
7.4 Tab “Manual Control”
Reset Functions – The menu allows to reset the fixture either per function
modules or all modules together. Total System Reset – The item resets all
function modules. Pan/Tilt Reset – The item resets pan and tilt. Zoom Reset –
The item resets a zoom system. Flower E. Reset – The item resets Flower
effects.
Manual Effect control – Use the menu to control all fixture channels by means
of the control panel.
7.5 Tab “Stand-alone”
Test Sequences -Use the menu to run a program sequences without an external
controller, which will show you some possibilities of using the Robin TetraX.
Dynamic Mode – This mode uses all Robin TetraX functions including tilt
movement and therefore is good for a complete introduction of the fixture.
Static Mode – This mode is suitable for projections on the wall, ceiling or
ground without any tilt movement. Adjust the tilt to desired position and
start test sequences by touching the green icon.
Music Trigger – Use the item to activate the sound control of the running
program via the built-in microphone. Preset Playback – This menu allows you to
select the program which will be played in a loop after switching the fixture
on (the option is commonly used in a stand-alone operation without an external
controller).
None – The option disables “Presetting playback” function. Test – The option
starts the test sequences. Prog. 1 – The option starts user program No. 1.
Prog. 2 – The option starts user program No. 2. Prog. 3 – The option starts
user program No. 3.
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Play program – Use the menu to run desired program in a loop.
Play Program 1 – The option starts user program No.1.
Play Program 2 – The option starts user program No. 2.
Play Program 3 – The option starts user program No. 3.
Edit Program – Use the menu to create or to edit desired program. The Robin TetraX offers 3 free programs,
each up to 88 steps.
Edit Program 1 – The option allows to edit user program No.1.
Edit Program 2 – The option allows to edit user program No.2.
Edit Program 3 – The option allows to edit user program No.3
To edit program:
1. Touch the item which you want to edit (“Edit Program 1” – “Edit Program 3”).
2. Touch the item “Edit Program Steps”.
3. Touch the item “Step 1”.
4 From the list of effects touch desired effect and set its value. Browse throw the list by touching the [up arrow]
and [down arrow] and set all desired effects.
An item “Step Time” (value of 0-25.5 sec.) is the time during which effects last in the current step
5. Save adjusted effects to the current step by touching the [confirm] or save and copy them to the following
step by touching the [confirm+copy]. By touching the text box “Preview” next to the current program step you
can view created scene.
6. Repeat the steps 4 and 5 for next program steps.
7. After editing desired program steps, adjust the length of the program by touching the text boxes “Start Step”
and “End Step”.
Meaning of the icons used in the “Edit Program” menu:
– moves down on the next page
– saves adjusted values and leaves menu
– moves up on the previous page
– saves values to the current step and copy them to the
following prog. step
– leaves menu without saving values
7.6 Tab “Service”
Adjust DMX Values – The menu allows you to set all effects to desired
positions before fine calibration of the effects .
Calibrations – This menu enables fine calibration of fixture effects and
download default calibration values. Calibrate Effects – The menu allows the
fine adjustment of effects. Pan – a pan position fine adjustment Tilt – a tilt
position fine adjustment FE I Rotation – a flower effect 1 fine rotation FE 2
Rotation – a flower effect 2 fine rotation FE 3 Rotation – a flower effect 3
fine rotation
Calibration of the effects via the control board 1. Disconnect DMX controller
from the fixture and enter the “Calibrate Effects” menu. 2. Use the [up arrow]
and [down arrow] to find “Tilt” and touch it to enter the fine effect
adjustment screen. 3. Set desired value and save it by touching the [confirm].
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for next items. 5. After calibrating all effects,
touch the [confirm] to save all adjusted values and reset the fixture.
Calibrate Colours – The menu serves for adjusting of LEDs saturation to
achieve uniform colours The items Red,Green, Blue and White serve for
adjustment of white 5600K.
Calibration of white colour 5600K via the control board: 1. Disconnect DMX
controller from the fixture , open shutter and dimmer and set the CTC channel
to DMX=64 (white 5600K), RGBW channels to 255 DMX and Zoom channel to 128 DMX.
2. Set the following items in the menu Personality:
White Point 8000K =On Colour Mixing Mode=RGBW
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3. Aim the light beam on the lux meter (e.g. Minolta CL-500A Chroma meter)
which is placed at min. distance of 3 m from the fixture.
4. Enter the menu Calibrate Colours.
5. By means of the Red, green, Blue and White items adjust the 5600K colour
temperature as exactly as possible (u´v´= 0).
6. After adjusting 5600K colour temperature, touch the [confirm] to save all
adjusted values and reset the fixture.
The items Red Intensity ,Green Intensity, Blue Intensity and White Intensity serve for correction of intensity of red, green, blue and white colour on desired level (during fixture calibration in the factory).
Pixel Correction – The menu serves for colour calibration of fixture pixels in order to get uniform colours all over pixels.
Note:User can do the calibration of white 5600K only, other colour calibrations should be done in the factory.
Calibration protocol:
Effect
Mode 1
Pan – fine adjustment channel 43
Tilt – fine adjustment channel 44
FE I Rotation
channel 45
FE 2 Rotation
channel 46
FE 3 Rotation
channel 47
Red – red saturation channel 48
Green- green saturation channel 49
Blue – blue saturation channel 50
White – white saturation channel 51
Mode 2 channel 63 channel 64 channel 65 channel 66 channel 67 channel 68 channel 69 channel 70 channel 71
Mode 3 channel 77 channel 78 channel 79 channel 80 channel 81 channel 82 channel 83 channel 84 channel 85
Mode 4 channel 86 channel 87 channel 88 channel 89 channel 90 channel 91 channel 92 channel 93 channel 94
Mode 5 channel 90 channel 91 channel 92 channel 93 channel 94 channel 95 channel 96 channel 97 channel 98
Load Default Calibrations – The item loads default (factory) calibration values.
Update software – The menu item allows you to update software in the fixture
via either serial or USB port of PC. The following items are required in order
to update software:
– PC running Windows or Linux or macOS – DSU file – or Robe Universal
Interface / Robe Universal interface WTX.
To update software in the fixture: 1. DSU file is available from Robe web site
at WWW.robe.cz.
File with extension zip is intended for Windows (used and tested from XP to
W10 on 32/64bit systems). File with extension tbz is intended for Linux (used
and tested on Debian and Ubuntu 32/64bit). File with extension dmg is intended
for macOS (used and tested on OSX up to Sierra) XQuartz required, install it
from https://www.xquartz.org/ Save the download file to a folder on your
computer. In case that you use windows, extract files in the zip file (e.g.
DSU_RobinTetraX_18051835.zip) 2. Disconnect the fixture from DMX controller.
3. Connect a USB port of your computer with the Robe Universal Interface by
means of the USB cable and DMX
input of the fixture with the DMX output of the Robe Universal Interface via a
DMX cable.
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4. Switch the fixture to the update mode (Tab “Service” –> Update software).
Note: If you do not want to continue in the software update, you have to
switch off and on the fixture to escape from the updating mode. We recommend
to cancel all running programs on your computer before starting the software
uploader.
5. Double-click the software uploader file (e.g.
DSU_RobinTetraX_18051638.exe) in the extracted files. The Software Uploader
program will start running.
6. Select correct “COM ” number if you use a Flash cable RS232/DMX or select
“Robe Universal Interface ” if you use the Robe Universal Interface/Robe
Universal Interface WTX and then click on the “Connect” button.
7. If the connection is OK, click the “Start Uploading” button to start
software uploading. It will take several minutes to perform software update.
If the option “Incremental Update” is not checked, all processors will be
updated (including processors with the same software version). If you wish to
update only processors with new version of software, check the “Incremental
Update box”. Avoid interrupting the process. Update status is being displayed
in the “Info Box” window. When the update is finished, the line with the text
“Fixture is successfully updated” will appear in this window.
Note: After all processors updating, the fixture will be set to default
values. If you use the Incremental update, setting the fixture to default
values depends on type of updated processors. In case upload process is
interrupted (e.g. power loss), the fixture stays in “Updating mode” and you
will have to repeat the software update again.
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Another way, how to update software in the fixtures (especially large
installation of fixtures) is to use the ROBE Uploader. It is a software for
automatized software update of Robe fixtures. It can take advantage of RDM
support and Ethernet ports if present in the units.
For more information please see https://www.robe.cz/robe-uploader/.
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RDM
This fixture supports RDM operation. RDM (Remote Device Management) is a bi- directional communications protocol for use in DMX512 control systems, it is the new open standard for DMX512 device configuration and status monitoring. The RDM protocol allows data packets to be inserted into a DMX512 data stream without adversely affecting existing non-RDM equipment. By using a special ,,Start Code,” and by complying with the timing specifications for DMX512, the RDM protocol allows a console or dedicated RDM controller to send commands to and receive messages from specific moving lights. RDM allows explicit commands to be sent to a device and responses to be received from it. The list of commands for Robin TetraX is the following.
Parameter ID
DISC_UNIQUE_BRANCH DISC_MUTE DISC_UN_MUTE DEVICE_INFO SUPPORTED_PARAMETERS
SOFTWARE_VERSION_LABEL DMX_START_ADDRESS IDENTIFY_DEVICE
DEVICE_MODEL_DESCRIPTION MANUFACTURER_LABEL DEVICE_LABEL SENSOR_DEFINITION
SENSOR_VALUE DISPLAY_INVERT DISPLAY_LEVEL TILT_INVERT DEVICE_RESET
DMX_PERSONALITY DMX_PERSONALITY_DESCRIPTION STATUS_MESSAGES
STATUS_ID_DESCRIPTION DEVICE_HOURS 2 ROBE_DMX_INPUT ROBE_WIRELESS_UNLINK
2…Commands relative resetable values
Discovery command SET command *
RDM model ID for the Robin TetraX is 0x012a.
GET command
Robe Ethernet Access Portal
The REAP allows you to display on your computer information about some fixture
settings, operating conditions (e.g. temperature in the fixture) and error
messages which were generated during fixture operation. Your computer needs to
be connected to the fixture(s) through the means of Ethernet wired network and
a network switch. The Ethernet network connection (Local LAN) typically needs
to be set to 2.x.x.x address, assuming that no other computer on the network
contains such an address while keeping all ROBE fixtures in default IP
settings.
For more information about REAP options, computer and fixture settings please
see the REAP user manual at
https://www.robe.cz/res/downloads/user_manuals/User_manual_REAP.pdf.
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Information icon
Error and information messages
– Air Filters Cleaning
This icon signalizes that cleaning period of the air filters has elapsed and
you have to clear air filters and reset the menu item “Elapsed Time”.
Errors
Error in the fixture is signalled by the yellow warning icon at the bottom
line of the screen:
Touch the warning icon or press the [ESCAPE] button to display error messages.
List of error and information messages:
Temperature Sensor Error The message informs you that the communication
between the head temperature sensor and the main processor failed.
Tilt Error 1 (Tilt Error 2) This message will appear after the reset of the
fixture if the head´s indexing circuit malfunctions (sensor failed) or the
stepping motor or its driving PCB is defective. The head is not located in the
default tilt position after fixture reset. Pan Err 1 (Pan Error 2) This
message will appear after the reset of the fixture if the head´s indexing
circuit malfunctions (sensor failed) or the stepping motor or its driving PCB
is defective. The head is not located in the default pan position after
fixture reset.
EEprom Error Hardware error of the EEprom.
Recharge The battery The battery on the display board needs to be charged. Let
the fixture on about 6 hrs.
Battery faulty. Replace it. The battery on the display board is exhausted and
should be replaced immediately.
Clean Air Filters The message informs that the item “Elapsed Time” in the
“Fixture Information” menu is at 0 value. Clean air filter in the fixture base
and reset this counter.
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Technical Specifications
Electrical
Power supply: electronic auto-ranging
Input voltage range: 100-240V, 50-60Hz Fuse: T 6.3A
Max. power consumption: 320W ( power factor= 0.97) Mains input: – max. 16A (US
13A)
Optic
Light source: 9 RGBW LED multichips
RGBW or CMY colour mixing LED life expectancy: min. 50.000 hours Typical lumen
maintenance: L70/B50 @ 50.000 hours
Colour effects Virtual colour wheel (66 preset colours) Rainbow effect with in
both directions with variable speed CTC in range of 2700K-8000K
Halogen lamp effect at whites 2700K – 4200K
Zoom
Linear motorized zoom
Min. beam angle: 4° Max. beam angle:45°
Multi-Coloured Flower Effect 3 x Multi-Coloured Flower Effect rotates in both directions at variable speed.
Strobe
Strobe effect with variable speed (0.3 – 20Hz)
Dimmer
Imperceptible 18 bit dimming for ultra smooth fade to black
Control
Graphic touch screen for fixture setting and addressing Gravitation sensor for
auto screen positioning
Battery backup of the touch screen Readout fixture and LED module usage,
receiving DMX values, temperatures, etc Built-in analyzer for easy fault
finding, error messages Individual pixel control of each LED Stand-alone
operation
3 user editable programs, each up to 88 steps
Supported protocols: USITT DMX 512, RDM, ArtNet, MANet, MANet2, sACN, Kling-
Net Support of RDM (Remote Device Management) 6 DMX modes (42, 62, 76, 85, 89,
98 control channels)
Wireless DMX/RDM module RW 001 (only for Wireles DMX version of the fixture)
Supported protocols: full RDM support, CRMX , W-DMXTM G2, G3,G4 and G4S
Operational frequency range: 2402-2480 MHz
Output power: 100 mW Receiver sensitivity (0.1% BER): -93 dBm Crystal Clock
Frequency : 16.0 MHz
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Pan/Tilt
Pan movement range 540°/360° Tilt movement range 191° Continual pan rotation 16 bit movement resolution Automatic pan/Tilt position correction Remotely controllable speed of pan/tilt movement for easy programming Pan-lock mechanism
Connection
DMX data in/out: Locking 5-pin XLR AC power IN/Out : Neutrik power CON TRUE 1 Ethernet IN/Our: RJ45
Max. number of fixtures in Ethernet IN/Out line 8
Mounting
Attachment horizontally or vertically via two Omega mounting adaptors Safety cable attachment point
Temperatures
Ambient temperature range : -5°C/+40° C Maximum housing temperature : 70° C
Minimum distances
Min. distance from flammable surfaces: 0.5 m Min. distance to lighted object:
1 m
Total heat dissipation (calculated) Maximum: 818 BTU/hr
Protection factor IP20
Weight
16.3 kg (35.9 lbs )
Accessories 1 x Power cable including powerCON TRUE1 In connector 1 x Omega
adaptor CL regular (2 pcs in box) 1 x user manual
Optional accessories Upgrade kit CRMX Universal 260 (P/N 99030100) Safety wire
35 kg (P/N 99011963) Daisy Chain powerCON TRUE1 In/Out, EU, 2m, Indoor (P/N
13052439) Daisy Chain powerCON TRUE1 In/Out, US, 2m, Indoor (P/N 13052440)
Daisy Chain powerCON TRUE1 In/Out, EU, 5m, Indoor (P/N 13052444)
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Dimensions (mm) 32
Maintenance and cleaning
It is absolutely essential that the fixture is kept clean and that dust, dirt
and smoke-fluid residues must not build up on or inside optical system.
Otherwise, the fixture`s light output will be significantly reduced. Regular
cleaning will not only ensure the maximum light output, but will also allow
the fixture to function reliably throughout its life. A soft lint-free cloth
moistened with any weak detergent solution is recommended for cleaning
fixture´s covers, under no circumstances should alcohol or solvents be used!
DANGER ! Disconnect from the mains before starting any
maintenance and cleaning work.
The interior of the fixture should be cleaned at least annually using a vacuum
cleaner or compressed air. The cooling fans in the base should be cleaned at
least once a year.
Important! Never use alcohols (ethanol, methanol, isopropyl alcohol), acetone
and another aggressive solvents for cleaning the LED lens array. Do not
immerse lenses in liquid (e.g. water) during cleaning.
Recommended steps for cleaning the LED lens array: 1. Use low-pressure
compressed air to remove coarse dust from lenses. 2. Use distilled water with
weak detergent solution and lint-free small cloth for further cleaning of
lenses. 3. Use an antistatic, alcohol-free screen cleaner (we recommend the
Lyreco Screen Cleaner) and polish lenses
until they are dry. 4. Check the lenses are dry before reapplying power.
Important! Check the air filter in the fixture base periodically and clean
before they become clogged!
Periodically clean air filter placed in the fixture´s base. The air filter
cover is fastened by means of magnets. Use a vacuum cleaner, compressed air or
you can wash them and put back dry. After replacing the air filter, reset the
elapsed time counter in the menu “Information” (Information—>Air Filters—>
Elapsed Time).
Replacing the fuse. Before replacing the fuse, unplug mains lead.
1. Remove the fuse holder on the rear panel of the base with a fitting
screwdriver from the housing (anti-clockwise).
2. Remove the old fuse from the fuse holder. 3. Install the new fuse in the
fuse holder (only the same type and rating). 4. Replace the fuseholder in the
housing and fix it.
Checking plastic parts of the fixture. The plastic parts of the fixture should
be checked for damages and beginning cracks at least every two months. If hint
of a crack is found on some plastic part, do not use the fixture until the
damaged part will be replaced. Cracks or another damages of the plastic parts
can be caused by the fixture transportation or manipulation and also ageing
process may influence plastic materials.
This checking is necessary for both fixed installations and preparing fixtures
for renting. Any free moving parts inside of the fixture, cracked plastic or
any plastic part not sitting properly in place need to be immediately
replaced.
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12.1 Removing the optical module
The following instructions are intended for service purposes only.
To remove the optical module from moving head 1.Connect the fixture to mains
and after fixture reset go to the tab Manual Control, select item Zoom
and set it at 0 DMX in order to slide the optical module (1) into the moving
head. 2.Disconnect the fixture from mains. 3.Unscrew the two securing screws
(2) on the guide-pins which prevent the optical module from sliding
from the moving head. If you do not have access to the securing screws,
carefully push the optical module (1) to the head. Do not touch the plastic
lenses bare hands! 4. To make easier pulling the optical module (1) out of the
moving head, screw two screws M3 (e.g. 30 mm long) (3) to the holes with M3
thread as shown on the picture below. The two screws help you to hold the
optical module. 5. Carefully take the optical module (1) out of the moving
head.
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To insert the optical module back to the moving head 1. Connect the fixture to
mains and after fixture reset go to the tab Manual Control, select item the
Tilt and set it
at 128 DMX and Zoom at 255 DMX. 2. Put one optical module (1) to the head in
such a way that two guide-pins (5) aim into guide-tubes (7)
and two lead screws (4) aim into motors (6). 3. Hold the optical module (1) in
this position and slowly change the item Zoom from 255 DMX to 0 DMX.
Motors “are pulling” the optical module into the head. If the optical module
is not fully pulled into the head, carefully push the optical module into the
head until you feel a stop. The optical module has to lay horizontally (it
must not be askew). To check the optical module movement, set the Zoom at 255
– 0 DMX a few times. The optical module has to move smoothly in both
directions. 4 Set the Zoom at 0 DMX and disconnect the fixture from mains. 5.
Screw the two securing screws (2) to the guide-pins (5) to secure optical
module in the moving head. DO NOT FORGET TO SCREW THE SECURING SCREWS (2) AND
TO UNSCREW AUXILIARY SCREWS (3)! BEFORE CONNECTING THE FIXTURE TO MAINS!
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12.2 Disposing of the product
To preserve the environment please dispose or recycle this product at the end
of its life according to the local regulations and codes.
12. ChangeLog
This section summarizes changes in the user manual.
Version of the Date of issue manual
Description of changes
1.1
24/10/2022
DMX protocol ver.1.1
1.2
08/02/2023
Tilt movement range corrected
1.3
02/03/2023
Pixel calibration added
1.4
13/03/2023
Information about wireless DMX module added
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14. Appendix – DMX modes overview
Pixel modes underlined
Mode
DMX Channels
Mode 1
42
Mode 2
62
Mode 3
76
Mode 4
85
Mode 5
89
Mode 6
98
Main Features
16-bit pan/tilt Selection of active zone (rings, sectors) 8-bit control of
four individual colours (R,G,B,W) and Dimmer Flower effects control Without
control of individual pixels.
16-bit pan/tilt Selection of active zone (rings, sectors) 16-bit control of
four individual colours (R,G,B,W) and Dimmer Pixel patterns control (shape,
repeat/size, rotation, transition, fade, crossfade, colour) Flower effects
control Without control of individual pixels
16-bit pan/tilt Selection of active zone (rings, sectors) 16-bit control of
four individual colours (R,G,B,W) and Dimmer Flower effects control Individual
control of pixels (R,G,B)
16-bit pan/tilt Selection of active zone (rings, sectors) 16-bit control of
four individual colours (R,G,B,W) and Dimmer Flower effects control Individual
control of pixels (R,G,B,W)
16-bit pan/tilt Selection of active zone (rings, sectors) 16-bit control of
four individual colours (R,G,B,W) and Dimmer Pixel patterns control (shape,
repeat/size, rotation, transition, fade, crossfade, colour) Flower effects
control Individual control of pixels (R,G,B)
16-bit pan/tilt Selection of active zone (rings, sectors) 16-bit control of
four individual colours (R,G,B,W) and Dimmer Pixel patterns control (shape,
repeat/size, rotation, transition, fade, crossfade, colour) Flower effects
control Individual control of pixels (R,G,B,W)
March 13, 2023 Copyright © 2020-2023 Robe Lighting – All rights reserved All
Specifications subject to change without notice Made in CZECH REPUBLIC by ROBE
LIGHTING s.r.o. Palackeho 416/20 CZ 75701 Valasske Mezirici
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DMX protocol
TetraXTM – DMX protocol
Version: 1.2 Mode 1-Wash, Mode 2-Pattern, Mode 3-Pixel RGB, Mode 4-Pixel RGBW, Mode 5-Pattern full RGB, Mode 6-Pattern full RGBW
Mode/Total channels
DMX
1/42 2/62 3/76 4/85 5/89 6/98 Value
Function
111111
Pan (8 bit)
0 – 255 Pan movement by 540°/360° (128=default)
222222
Pan Fine (16 bit)
0 – 255 Fine control of pan movement (0=default)
333333
Tilt (8 bit)
0 – 255 Tilt movement by 191° (128=default)
444444
Tilt fine (16 bit)
0 – 255 Fine control of tilt movement (0=default)
555555
Pan control
0 Pan range 540°, shortcut Off (0=default)
1 Pan range 360°, shortcut On
2-127 No function (Pan range 540°, shortcut Off)
128-189 Continuous rotation fast -> slow , Forwards
190-193 Stop rotation
194-255 Continuous rotation slow -> fast , Backwards
666666
Pan/Tilt speed , Pan/Tilt time
0 Standard mode
1 Max. Speed Mode
Pan/Tilt speed mode
2 – 255 Speed from max. to min.
Pan/Tilt time mode
2 – 255 Time from 0.2 s to 25.5 sec.
777777
Power/Special functions
0 -9 Reserved (0=default) To activate following functions, stop in DMX value for at least 3 s and shutter must be closed at least 3 sec. (,,Master Shutter/Strobe”
channel 40/59/46/46/59/59 must be at range: 0-31 DMX). Corresponding menu items are temporarily overriden (unless
otherwise stated).
10-14 DMX input: Wired DMX
15-19 DMX input: Wireless DMX *
20-24 Graphic display On
25-29 Graphic display Off
30-34 RGBW colour mixing mode
35-39 CMY colour mixing mode
40-44 Pan/Tilt speed mode
45-49 Pan/Tilt time mode
50-54 Blackout while pan/tilt moving
55-59 Disabled blackout while pan/tilt moving
60-64 Dimmer curve-square law
65-69 Dimmer curve-linear
70-74 Fans mode: Auto
75-79 Fans mode: High
80-84 White point 8000K On
85-89 White point 8000K Off
Type of control
proportional
proportional
proportional
proportional
step step
proportional step
proportional
step step
proportional
proportional
step step step step step step step step step step step step step step step
step
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Mode/Total channels
DMX
1/42 2/62 3/76 4/85 5/89 6/98 Value
Function
90-94 95-99 100-104 105-109 110-114 115-119
Automatic white pixel On Automatic white pixel Off Quiet mode: Fans On at blackout Quiet mode: Fans Off at blackout Kling-Net On Kling-Net Off
120-124 Parking position On
125-129
Parking position Off To activate following functions, stop in DMX value for at
least 3
seconds (except Pixel index and Pixel mirror ). Corresponding
menu items are temporarily overriden.
130 – 139 Fixture reset (except pan/tilt)
140 – 149 pan/Tilt reset
150 – 159 Zoom reset 160 – 169 Flower effects reset 170-171 Tungsten effect simulation (750W) On 172-173 Tungsten effect simulation (1000W) On 174-175 Tungsten effect simulation (1200W) On 176-177 Tungsten effect simulation (2000W) On 178-179 Tungsten effect simulation (2500W) On ** 180-181 Tungsten effect simulation Off
182-199 Reserved 200 – 209 Total fixture reset 210-218 Pixel index 219-227 Reserved 228-229 Pixel mirror On 230-231 Pixel mirror Off 232-236 Reserved
237 Save Pixel index and mirror to fixture
238-239 Reserved
240 Disabled “Quiet mode”
241 – 255 Quiet mode – fan noise control from min. to max.
888888
LED frequency selection
Factory display menu setting: 300Hz
Select PWM output frequency of LEDs. Selected PWM frequency can be
fine adjusted in 127 steps up/down around selected PWM frequency on
the channel below. Corresponding menu item (Frequency Setup) is
temporarily overriden.
0-4 PWM frequency from Display menu (fixture utilizes PWM
frequency set in the display menu item Frequency Setup).
5-9 300 Hz (5=default)
10-14 Reserved
15-19 600 Hz 20-255 Reserved (fixture utilizes PWM frequency set in the display menu item
Frequency Setup).
999999
LED frequency fine adjusting Factory display menu setting: 300Hz
Select desired PWM output frequency of LEDs on the channel above.
0-121 Selected LED Frequency
Type of control
Type of control
step step step step step step step step
step step step step step step step step step
step proportional
step step
step
step proportional
step
step
step
step
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Mode/Total channels 1/42 2/62 3/76 4/85 5/89 6/98
10 10 10 10 10 10
DMX Value
122 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 135-255
0 1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 9-10 11-12 13-14 15-16 17-18 19-20 21-22 23-24 25-26 27-28
29-30 31-32 33-34 35-36 37-38 39-40 41-42 43-44 45-46 47-48 49-50 51-52 53-54
55-56 57-58 59-60 61-62 63-64
Function
LED Frequency (step -6) LED Frequency (step -5) LED Frequency (step -4) LED
Frequency (step -3) LED Frequency (step -2) LED Frequency (step -1)
Selected LED Frequency (128=default)
LED Frequency (step +1) LED Frequency (step +2) LED Frequency (step +3) LED
Frequency (step +4) LED Frequency (step +5) LED Frequency (step +6) Selected
LED Frequency
Background -Virtual colour wheel
No function (0=default) Filter 4 (Medium Bastard Amber) Filter 25 (Sunset Red)
Filter 19 (Fire) Filter 26 (Bright Red) Filter 58 (Lavender) Filter 68 (Sky
Blue) Filter 36 (Medium Pink) Filter 89 (Moss Green) Filter 88 (Lime Green)
Filter 90 (Dark Yellow Green) Filter 49 (Medium Purple) Filter 52 (Light
Lavender) Filter 102 (Light Amber) Filter 103 (Straw) Filter 140 (Summer Blue)
Filter 124 (Dark Green) Filter 106 (Primary Red) Filter 111 (Dark Pink) Filter
115 (Peacock Blue) Filter 126 (Mauve) Filter 117 (Steel Blue) Filter 118
(Light Blue) Filter 122 (Fern Green) Filter 182 (Light Red) Filter 121 (Filter
Green) Filter 128 (Bright Pink) Filter 131 (Marine Blue) Filter 132 (Medium
Blue) Filter 134 (Golden Amber) Filter 135 (Deep Golden Amber) Filter 136
(Pale Lavender) Filter 137 (Special Lavender)
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Type of control
step step
step step step step step step step
step step step
step step step step step step step step step step step step step step step
step step step step step step step step step step step step step step step
step step step
DMX protocol
Mode/Total channels 1/42 2/62 3/76 4/85 5/89 6/98
11 11 11 11 11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 13 13 13 13 13 14 14 14 14 14 13 15 15
15 15 15 * 16 16 16 16 16
DMX Value 65-66 67-68 69-70 71-72 73-74 75-76 77-78 79-80 81-82 83-84 85-86
87-88 89-90 91-92 93-94 95-96 97-98 99-100 101-102 103-104 105-106 107-108
109-110 111-112 113-114 115-116 117-118 119-120 121-122 123-124 125-126
127-128 129-130 131-132 133-235 236-245 246-255
0 – 255
0 – 255
0 – 255
0 – 255
0 – 255
Function
Filter 138 (Pale Green) Filter 798 (Chrysalis Pink) Filter 141 (Bright Blue)
Filter 147 (Apricot) Filter 148 (Bright Rose) Filter 152 (Pale Gold) Filter
154 (Pale Rose) Filter 157 (Pink) Filter 143 (Pale Navy Blue) Filter 162
(Bastard Amber) Filter 164 (Flame Red) Filter 165 (Daylight Blue) Filter 169
(Lilac Tint) Filter 170 (Deep Lavender) Filter 172 (Lagoon Blue) Filter 194
(Surprise Pink) Filter 180 (Dark Lavender) Filter 181 (Congo Blue) Filter 197
(Alice Blue) Filter 201 (Full C.T. Blue) Filter 202 (Half C.T. Blue) Filter
203 (Quarter C.T. Blue) Filter 204 (Full C.T. Orange) Filter 219 (Fluorescent
Green) Filter 206 (Quarter C.T. Orange) Filter 247 (Filter Minus Green) Filter
248 (Half Minus Green) Filter 281 (Three Quarter C.T. Blue) Filter 285 (Three
Quarter C.T. Orange) Filter 352 (Glacier Blue) Filter 353 (Lighter Blue)
Filter 507 (Madge) Filter 778 (Millennium Gold) Filter 793 (Vanity Fair) Raw
DMX Rainbow effect (with fade time) from slow-> fast Rainbow effect (without
fade time) from slow-> fast
Background – Red/Cyan (8 bit)
Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
Background – Red/Cyan (16bit)
Colour saturation control – fine (255=default)
Background – Green/Magenta (8 bit)
Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
Background – Green/Magenta (16bit)
Colour saturation control – fine (255=default)
Background – Blue/Yellow (8 bit)
Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
Background – Blue/ Yellow (16bit)
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Type of control
step step step step step step step step step step step step step step step
step step step step step step step step step step step step step step step
step step step step proportional proportional proportional
proportional
proportional
proportional
proportional
proportional
DMX protocol
Mode/Total channels 1/42 2/62 3/76 4/85 5/89 6/98
14 17 17 17 17 17 18 18 18 18 18 15 19 19 19 19 19
16 20 20 20 20 20
17 21 21 21 21 21 22 22 22 22 22 18 23 23 23 23 23
19 24 24 24 24 24
DMX Value
Function
0 – 255 0-255
Colour saturation control – fine (255=default)
Background – White (8 bit) – all pixels
If RGBW mode is selected: Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100%
(255=default) If CMY mode is selected:
0 – 255 No function
Background – White (16 bit) – all pixels
0 – 255 Colour saturation control – fine (255=default)
Background – CTO
0-255 Col. temperature correction from 8000K to 2700K -for whites only
(0=8000K, 64=5600K, 128=4200K, 192=3200K, 255=2700K) To get colour
temperatures stated above, RGBW channels have to be set at the same value
(e.g. 255DMX) or RGB=0 and White channel > 0 DMX (0=default) (To activate
Tungsten effect at 2700K and 3200K , set DMX value at “Power/Special
functions” channel)
Background – Shutter/ strobe
0 – 31 Shutter closed 32 – 63 Shutter open (32=default) 64 – 95 Strobe effect
from slow to fast 96 – 127 Shutter open 128 – 143 Opening pulse in sequences
from slow to fast 144 – 159 Closing pulse in sequences from fast to slow 160 –
191 Shutter open 192 – 223 Random strobe effect from slow to fast 224 – 255
Shutter open
Background – Dimmer intensity (8 bit)
0 – 255 Dimmer intensity from 0% to 100% (255=default)
Background Dimmer intensity – fine (16 bit)
0 – 255 Fine dimming (255=default)
Colour Mix control
The channel defines relation between color channels
IF Flower effect is active, its colour channels always have priority! Global =
Global Colours (RGBW colours, Virtual Colour Wheel,
CTO)
Pixel = Pixel Colours (RGB individual pixels or Kling-Net)
0-9 10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70-79 80-127 128 129-254 255
Global colours (Global has priority) Maximum mode (highest values have
priority) Minimum mode (lowest values have priority) Multiply mode (multiply
Global and Pixel) Addition mode (Global + Pixel) (45=default) Subtraction mode
(Global Pixel) Inverted Subtraction mode (Pixel Global) Coloured
background Raw DMX Global colours only (Global has priority) Crossfade
(crossfade between Global and Pixel) Pixel colours (Pixel has priority)
Flower Effect 1
Type of control
proportional
proportional
proportional proportional
step step proportional step proportional proportional step proportional step
proportional proportional
step step step step step step step proportional step proportional step
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Mode/Total channels
DMX
1/42 2/62 3/76 4/85 5/89 6/98 Value
Function
0 Open position-without Flower Effect (0=default)
1 – 127 Flower Effect forwards rotation from fast to slow
128 Flower Effect -without rotation
129-255 Backwards rotation from slow to fast
20 25 25 25 25 25
Flower Effect 1 – Red/Cyan (8 bit)
0 – 255 Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
21 26 26 26 26 26
Flower Effect 1 – Green/Magenta (8 bit)
0 – 255 Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
22 27 27 27 27 27
Flower effect 1 – Blue/Yellow (8 bit)
0 – 255 Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
23 28 28 28 28 28
Flower Effect 1 – White (8 bit)
0-255 Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
24 29 29 29 29 29
Flower Effect 1 – Shutter/ strobe
0 – 31 Shutter closed
32 – 63 Shutter open (32=default)
64 – 95 Strobe-effect from slow to fast
96 – 127 Shutter open
128 – 143 Opening pulse in sequences from slow to fast
144 – 159 Closing pulse in sequences from fast to slow
160 – 191 Shutter open
192 – 223 Random strobe-effect from slow to fast
224 – 255 Shutter open
25 30 30 30 30 30
Flower Effect 1 – Dimmer intensity (8 bit)
0 – 255 Dimmer intensity from 0% to 100% (255=default)
26 31 31 31 31 31
Flower Effect 2
0 Open position-without Flower Effect (0=default)
1 – 127 Flower Effect forwards rotation from fast to slow
128 Flower Effect -without rotation
129-255 Backwards rotation from slow to fast
27 32 32 32 32 32
Flower Effect 2 – Red/Cyan (8 bit)
0 – 255 Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
28 33 33 33 33 33
Flower Effect 2 – Green/Magenta (8 bit)
0 – 255 Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
29 34 34 34 34 34
Flower effect 2 – Blue/Yellow (8 bit)
0 – 255 Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
30 35 35 35 35 35
Flower Effect 2 – White (8 bit)
0-255 Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
31 36 36 36 36 36
Flower Effect 2 – Shutter/ strobe
0 – 31 Shutter closed
32 – 63 Shutter open (32=default)
64 – 95 Strobe-effect from slow to fast
96 – 127 Shutter open
128 – 143 Opening pulse in sequences from slow to fast
144 – 159 Closing pulse in sequences from fast to slow
160 – 191 Shutter open
192 – 223 Random strobe-effect from slow to fast
224 – 255 Shutter open
32 37 37 37 37 37
Flower Effect 2 – Dimmer intensity (8 bit)
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Type of control
step proportional
step proportional
proportional
proportional
proportional
proportional
step step proportional step proportional proportional step proportional step
proportional
step proportional
step proportional
proportional
proportional
proportional
proportional
step step proportional step proportional proportional step proportional step
DMX protocol
Mode/Total channels
DMX
1/42 2/62 3/76 4/85 5/89 6/98 Value
Function
0 – 255 Dimmer intensity from 0% to 100% (255=default)
33 38 38 38 38 38
Flower Effect 3
0 Open position-without Flower Effect (0=default)
1 – 127 Flower Effect forwards rotation from fast to slow
128 Flower Effect -without rotation
129-255 Backwards rotation from slow to fast
34 39 39 39 39 39
Flower Effect 3 – Red/Cyan (8 bit)
0 – 255 Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
35 40 40 40 40 40
Flower Effect 3 – Green/Magenta (8 bit)
0 – 255 Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
36 41 41 41 41 41
Flower effect 3 – Blue/Yellow (8 bit)
0 – 255 Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
37 42 42 42 42 42
Flower Effect 3 – White (8 bit)
0-255 Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
38 43 43 43 43 43
Flower Effect 3 – Shutter/ strobe
0 – 31 Shutter closed
32 – 63 Shutter open (32=default)
64 – 95 Strobe-effect from slow to fast
96 – 127 Shutter open
128 – 143 Opening pulse in sequences from slow to fast
144 – 159 Closing pulse in sequences from fast to slow
160 – 191 Shutter open
192 – 223 Random strobe-effect from slow to fast
224 – 255 Shutter open
39 44 44 44 44 44
Flower Effect 3 – Dimmer intensity (8 bit)
0 – 255 Dimmer intensity from 0% to 100% (255=default)
40 45 45 45 45 45
Zoom
0-255 Zoom from max. to min.beam angle (128=default)
- 46 46 46 46 46
Zoom – fine
0-255 Fine zooming (0=default)
- 47 47 47
Pattern selection
0-2 No pattern (0=default)
3-4 Pattern 1
5-6 Pattern 2
7-8 Pattern 3
9-10 Pattern 4
11-12 Pattern 5
13-14 Pattern 6
15-16 Pattern 7
17-18 Pattern 8
19-20 Pattern 9
21-22 Pattern 10
23-24 Pattern 11
25-26 Pattern 12
27-255 RAW DMX
- 48 48 48
Pattern – Repeat (Size)
0-2 Variant 1 (0=default)
3-4 Variant 2
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Type of control
proportional
step proportional
step proportional
proportional
proportional
proportional
proportional
step step proportional step proportional proportional step proportional step
proportional
proportional
proportional
step step step step step step step step step step step step proportional
step step
DMX protocol
Mode/Total channels 1/42 2/62 3/76 4/85 5/89 6/98
- 49 49 49 50 50 50 51 51 51 52 52 52 53 53 53 54 54 54 55 55 55 56 56 56 57 57 57
DMX Value
Function
5-6 7-8 9-10 11-12 13-14 15-16 17-18 19-20 21-22 23-24 25-26 27-28 29-30 31-32
33-34 35-255
0 1-127 128 129-255
0 1-255
0 1
255
0 1-255
0 – 255
0 – 255
0 – 255
0 – 255
0-2
Variant 3 Variant 4 Variant 5 Variant 6 Variant 7 Variant 8 Variant 9 Variant
10 Variant 11 Variant 12 Variant 13 Variant 14 Variant 15 Variant 16 Variant
17 Raw DMX
Pattern – Movement
No movement Pattern movement from fast to slow Pause – without movement
(128=default) Backwards pattern movement from slow to fast
Pattern – Fade
Snap (0=default) Fade from min. to max.
Pattern -Transition
No fade (0=default) 100ms : 4 sec
Pattern – Crossfade
Background
Crossfade between Background and Pattern 0-100% (255=default)
Pattern – Red (8-bit)
Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
Pattern – Green (8-bit)
Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
Pattern – Blue (8-bit)
Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
Pattern – White (8-bit)
Colour saturation control – coarse 0-100% (255=default)
Pattern – Colour macro
No macro (0=default) Macros 2-23 allow control of colour change speed from
max. to min.
3-8 9-14 15-20 21-26
Macro 1 Macro 2 Macro 3 Macro 4
Type of control
step step step step step step step step step step step step step step step
proportional
step proportional
step proportional
step proportional
step step
step
step proportional
proportional
proportional
proportional
proportional
step
step proportional proportional proportional
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DMX protocol
Mode/Total channels
DMX
1/42 2/62 3/76 4/85 5/89 6/98 Value
Function
27-32 Macro 5
33-38 Macro 6
39-44 Macro 7
45-50 Macro 8
51-56 Macro 9
57-62 Macro 10
63-68 Macro 11
69-74 Macro 12
75-80 Macro 13
81-86 Macro 14
87-92 Macro 15
93-98 Macro 16
99-104 Macro 17
105-110 Macro 18
111-116 Macro 19
117-122 Macro 20
123-128 Macro 21
129-134 Macro 22
135-140 Macro 23
141-255 Raw DMX
- 58 58 58
Pattern – Shutter/ strobe
0 – 31 Shutter closed
32 – 63 Shutter open (32=default)
64 – 95 Strobe effect from slow to fast
96 – 127 Shutter open
128 – 143 Opening pulse in sequences from slow to fast
144 – 159 Closing pulse in sequences from fast to slow
160 – 191 Shutter open
192 – 223 Random strobe effect from slow to fast
224 – 255 Shutter open
- 59 59 59
Pattern – Dimmer intensity (8 bit)
0 – 255 Dimmer intensity from 0% to 100% (255=default)
41 60 47 47 60 60
Master Shutter/ strobe
0 – 31 Shutter closed
32 – 63 Shutter open (32=default)
64 – 95 Strobe effect from slow to fast
96 – 127 Shutter open
128 – 143 Opening pulse in sequences from slow to fast
144 – 159 Closing pulse in sequences from fast to slow
160 – 191 Shutter open
192 – 223 Random strobe effect from slow to fast
224 – 255 Shutter open
42 61 48 48 61 61
Master Dimmer intensity (8 bit)
0 – 255 Dimmer intensity from 0% to 100% (0=default)
- 62 49 49 62 62
Master Dimmer intensity – fine (16 bit)
0 – 255 Fine dimming (0=default)
-
- 50 50 63 63
Red pixel 1
0-255 Red LED saturation control 0-100% (0=default)
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Type of control
proportional proportional proportional proportional proportional proportional
proportional proportional proportional proportional proportional proportional
proportional proportional proportional proportional proportional proportional
proportional
proportional
step step proportional step proportional proportional step proportional step
proportional
step step proportional step proportional proportional step proportional step
proportional
proportional
proportional
DMX protocol
Mode/Total channels
DMX
1/42 2/62 3/76 4/85 5/89 6/98 Value
Function
-
- 51 51 64 64
Green pixel 1
0-255 Green LED saturation control 0-100% (0=default)
-
- 52 52 65 65
Blue pixel 1
0-255 Blue LED saturation control 0-100% (0=default)
-
-
- 53 * 66
-
White pixel 1
0-255 White LED saturation control 0-100% (0=default)
:
-
- 74 82 87 95
Red pixel 9
0-255 Red LED saturation control 0-100% (0=default)
-
- 75 83 88 96
Green pixel 9
0-255 Green LED saturation control 0-100% (0=default)
-
- 76 84 89 97
Blue pixel 9
0-255 Blue LED saturation control 0-100% (0=default)
-
-
- 85 * 98
-
White pixel 9
0-255 White LED saturation control 0-100% (0=default)
- function is active only 10 seconds after switching the fixture on
** In the Tungsten effect simulation the Dimmer channel imitates behaviour of the halogen lamp during dimming
*** Select RGB or CMY mixing mode on channel “Power/Special functions”
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Type of control
proportional proportional proportional
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Robin Tetra X – colours on Virtual Colour Wheel
Colour name
Red (DMX)
Green (DMX)
Blue (DMX)
Filter 4 (Medium Bastard Amber)
255
118
0
Filter 25 (Sunset Red)
255
50
0
Filter 19 (Fire)
255
13
0
Filter 26 (Bright Red)
255
0
0
Filter 58 (Lavender)
117
0
97
Filter 68 (Sky Blue)
42
195
100
Filter 36 (Medium Pink)
255
74
8
Filter 89 (Moss Green)
69
245
0
Filter 88 (Lime Green)
187
226
0
Filter 90 (Dark Yellow Green)
0
255
1
Filter 49 (Medium Purple)
255
0
27
Filter 52 (Light Lavender)
227
86
14
Filter 102 (Light Amber)
233
164
0
Filter 103 (Straw)
207
137
0
Filter 140 (Summer Blue)
0
161
7
Filter 124 (Dark Green)
29
255
0
Filter 106 (Primary Red)
242
1
1
Filter 111 (Dark Pink)
255
67
11
Filter 115 (Peacock Blue)
0
255
28
Filter 126 (Mauve)
255
0
39
Filter 117 (Steel Blue)
163
255
14
Filter 118 (Light Blue)
0
255
61
Filter 122 (Fern Green)
98
255
3
Filter 182 (Light Red)
255
16
2
Filter 121 (Filter Green)
165
255
0
Filter 128 (Bright Pink)
255
0
13
Filter 131 (Marine Blue)
73
245
27
Filter 132 (Medium Blue)
0
193
113
Filter 134 (Golden Amber)
191
83
0
Filter 135 (Deep Golden Amber)
255
52
0
Filter 136 (Pale Lavender)
164
96
29
Filter 137 (Special Lavender)
130
60
63
Filter 138 (Pale Green)
226
255
0
Filter 798 (Chrysalis Pink)
49
0
98
Filter 141 (Bright Blue)
8
176
62
Filter 147 (Apricot)
215
104
0
Filter 148 (Bright Rose)
255
3
0
Filter 152 (Pale Gold)
202
115
0
Filter 154 (Pale Rose)
214
107
0
Filter 157 (Pink)
255
56
5
Filter 143 (Pale Navy Blue)
0
193
72
Filter 162 (Bastard Amber)
223
153
6
Filter 164 (Flame Red)
255
27
0
Filter 165 (Daylight Blue)
23
236
87
Filter 169 (Lilac Tint)
206
123
0
Filter 170 (Deep Lavender)
235
123
41
Filter 172 (Lagoon Blue)
0
255
54
White (DMX)
109 3 0 0
110 0
24 3 0 0 0
134 0
33 218
12 0
49 41
0 161
34 2 0 0
32 30
0 0 0 54 102 51 14 0 15 37 39 48 48 148 41 4 81 110 33 0
1
Colour name
Filter 194 (Surprise Pink) Filter 180 (Dark Lavender) Filter 181 (Congo Blue)
Filter 197 (Alice Blue) Filter 201 (Full C.T. Blue) Filter 202 (Half C.T.
Blue) Filter 203 (Quarter C.T. Blue) Filter 204 (Full C.T. Orange) Filter 219
(Fluorescent Green) Filter 206 (Quarter C.T. Orange) Filter 247 (Filter Minus
Green) Filter 248 (Half Minus Green) Filter 281 (Three Quarter C.T. Blue)
Filter 285 (Three Quarter C.T. Orange) Filter 352 (Glacier Blue) Filter 353
(Lighter Blue) Filter 507 (Madge) Filter 778 (Millennium Gold) Filter 793
(Vanity Fair)
Red (DMX)
110 136
37 107 179 217 236 230
99 204 255 255 225 199
0 0 255 255 255
Green (DMX)
0 43
0 220 255 255 255 125 148 140
81 144 255 124 161 115
31 65
0
Blue (DMX)
21 181 255 129
57 37 30
3 16
0 0 0 72 0 65 37 0 0 13
White (DMX)
255 89 0 0 34 3 3 7 50 57
193 137 160
17 90 97
0 0 16
2
References
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