Aputure F14 Fresnel for Electro Storm Instruction Manual

Motorized Fl 4 Fresnel
Product Manual

Introduction

The Aputure Motorized Fl 4 Fresnel is an optical focusing lens attachment for the Electro Storm CS 15 and XT26. The Fl 4 allows the ability to adjust the beam angle accurately and conveniently utilizing its internal motor. Combined with the newly developed Aputure Mount, the user can control the F14 in multiple ways:
using the onboard control knob and display, using the Control Box of the light, or remotely using DMX, Art-Net/sACN, CRMX and Sidus BT.

Components List

Please check whether the following items are contained in the package before using the product.
Please contact your dealer if there are any missing items.

Note:
All illustrations in this Manual are for reference only. The physical product may differ from the schematic diagram due to continuous updates and upgrades.

Product Overview

Setup

Attaching the Fl 4 to the Fl 4 Removable Yoke * The Yoke Release Levers will display red on the sides if the lamp is not completely seated and Jocked. Please re-align and insert the lamp again until the Yoke Release Levers show no red and a “click” noise of the plate Jocking has been heard.

Attaching the Skid to the CS 15/XT26

• Pay attention to Skid direction
• The Skid allows for F74 lens clearance when used on the ground. Barn Doors Installation

Safety Cable Installation

Attaching the CS15/XT26 to the Fl 4 Fresnel

Operating Instructions

Controlling using the integrated Control Knob
Rotating the Control Knob adjusts the Fresnel beam angle. Press and hold the Control Knob to recalibrate the Fresnel and reset to 50° beam angle.
Controlling from the CS15/XT26 Control Box
Go to the Accessory menu on the Control Box. Using the Control Knob on the Control Box, users can adjust the Fresnel beam angle and run the calibration process by selecting the “Reset Position” option.
DMX
Wired OMX control of the Fl 4 Motorized Fresnel can be achieved utilizing the 5-pin XLR port on the CS 15/XT26 Control Box. Please refer to the CS 15/XT26 OMX Profile Charts for detailed information. NOTE:
Motorized Accessory must be enabled in the OMX Profile Extension Menu.
Art-Net & sACN
Wired Art-Net/sACN control of the Fl 4 Motorized Fresnel can be achieved via the LAN port on the CS 15/XT26 Control Box. Please refer to the CS 15/XT26 OMX Profile Charts for detailed information.
NOTE:
Motorized Accessory must be enabled in the OMX Profile Extension Menu.
CRMX
Wireless CRMX control of the Fl 4 Motorized Fresnel can be set up in the Control System Menu on the CS15/XT26 Control Box. Please refer to the CS 15/XT26 Product Manuals and the DMX Profile Charts for detailed information.
NOTE: Motorized Accessory must be enabled in the DMX Profile Extension Menu.
Sidus BT
The Fl 4 Motorized Fresnel can be controlled wirelessly over Sid us BT using the Sid us Link App.

Enabling the f 14 for DMX Control

Motorized Accessory extension:
When the Motorized Accessory profile extension is enabled, the DMX profile includes the F14 and Motorized Yoke channels. When disabled, these accessories cannot be controlled.
(Note: Motorized Accessory extension is enabled by default.)
Function Configuration extension:
When the Function Configuration profile extension is enabled, the DMX profile includes the Fan Mode and Dimming Curve channels.
(Note: Function Configuration extension is enabled by default. Function Configuration channels are added after Motorized Accessories channels when both profile extensions are enabled.)

Controlling the Fl 4 with the CS15/XT26 Control Box Interface

Accessory Control
The Motorized Fresnel, Motorized Yoke, and other Aputure-Mount Accessories can be purchased  separately. In the Accessory interface, information about the accessories can be found and the settingsfor the accessories can be adjusted. Motorized Fresnel:
When the fixture is equipped with the Motorized F14 Fresnel, you can enter this interface to manually adjust the beam angle.

Product Specifications

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Ingress Protection| IP65
Operating temperature| From 0° C to 45°C
Product dimensions and weights| F14 Fresnel: 14.48 x 19.68 x 18.62in, 28.66Ibs/ 368 x 500 x 473mm, 13kg
Barn Doors: 17.12 x 17.12 x 1.77in, 8.15Ibs / 435 x 435 x 45mm (Folded), 3.7kg
Removable Yoke: 14.48 x 25.39 x 31.88in, 7.71 Ibs / 368 x 645 x 810mm, 3.5kg
Skid: 18.93 x 11.02 x 5.19 in, 2.201bs/ 481 x 280 x 132mm, 1kg
Flight Case Dimensions and Weight| 38.18 x 30.51 x 28.93in, 121.251bs/ 970 x 775 x 735mm , 55kg
Net product weight| 46.73Ibs/ 21.2kg
Gross product weight| 167.99Ibs/ 76.2kg

Photometric Data

Electro Storm CS 1 S Electro Storm XT26 * This is an averaged at 5600K result, the number might be slightly different on each light.
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Safety Instructions

1. Please read this product manual carefully.

2. Keep this product manual. Always include this product manual when passing the product(s) on to third parties.

3. Heed all warnings and follow all instructions in this product manual.

4. Only use a microfiber or dry cloth to clean the product.
   Warning: Do not place the product near any corrosive chemicals. Corrosion may cause the product to malfunction.

5. Operate with caution – dropping or hitting the product may cause damage, and/or malfunction.

6. Keep all liquids away from the product. Liquids entering the product can short-circuit the electronics or damage the mechanics.

7. Store the product in a dry, clean, dust-free environment.

8. Please contact authorized maintenance personnel when maintenance is needed. There are precision electronic circuits in this product. Failure caused by unauthorized disassembly is will void the warranty, but users can opt for paid repairs.

9. This product has been certified by CE, RoHS, UKCA, FCC. Please adhere to the operation standards. The warranty does not cover repairs arising out of misuse of the product, and users may opt for paid repairs.

10. This user guide is based on strict testing conducted by our company. Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

11. Caution – breaking glass. Replace broken glass elements immediately. Do not use an accessory with broken glass.

12.  Caution – take care not to crush fingers when closing the Barn Doors Latch or attaching the Motorized Fl 4 Fresnel onto Electro Storm CS 15/XT26.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

WARNING
Changes or modifications to this product that is not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,pursu­ ant 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 reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than the receiver is connected to.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

RF Statement
This device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirements.

Disclaimer

Before using this product, please read the product manual to ensure correct use and complete understanding. After reading, please keep the product manual properly for future reference. Improper operation of this product may result in severe personal injury to yourself or others, as well as potential damage to the product and loss of property. When using this product, it shall be deemed that you have understood, recognized and accepted all clauses and contents of this document. Users assume responsibility for their own conduct and any resulting consequences. Aputure is not liable for any damages suffered as a result of the user’s failure to use the product in accordance with Product Manual. Please visit the official Aputure website for the latest product information.

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