CHAUVETDJ X4 Freedom Flex Stick User Manual
- September 21, 2024
- CHAUVETDJ
Table of Contents
- CHAUVETDJ X4 Freedom Flex Stick
- Product Information
- Product Usage Instructions
- Document Revision
- Before You Begin
- Unpacking Instructions
- Safety Notes
- FCC Statement of Compliance
- Introduction
- Product Dimensions
- Setup
- Operation
- RFC Remote Control Operation
- Maintenance
- Technical Specifications
- Warranty & Returns
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
CHAUVETDJ X4 Freedom Flex Stick
Product Information
Specifications
- Product Name: Freedom Flex Stick X4
- Includes: Freedom Flex Stick Battery
- Manufacturer: Chauvet & Sons, LLC
- Trademark: Chauvet, Chauvet DJ, Freedom Flex
Product Usage Instructions
Before You Begin
- What Is Included: Check the package contents to ensure all components are present.
- Unpacking Instructions: Carefully unpack the product to avoid damage.
- Claims: Review any warranty or claims information provided.
- Text Conventions: Familiarize yourself with the text conventions used in the manual.
- Symbols: Understand the symbols used for warnings and instructions.
- Safety Notes: Read and follow all safety guidelines mentioned in the manual.
- Battery Charge Notes: Charge the battery fully before initial use.
FCC Statement of Compliance: Ensure compliance with FCC regulations.
Introduction
- Product Overview: Understand the features and functions of the Freedom Flex Stick X4.
- Overview 1: Detailed description of the product’s capabilities.
- Product Dimensions: Refer to the manual for product dimensions and weight.
Setup
Follow the setup instructions provided in the manual for proper
installation and programming of the Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Battery.
FAQ
-
Q: How do I charge the battery?
A: Connect the battery to a compatible charger following the instructions in the manual. Ensure proper charging time for optimal performance. -
Q: Can I use the Freedom Flex Stick X4 outdoors?
A: Check the product specifications to determine if it is suitable for outdoor use. Follow any outdoor usage guidelines provided in the manual.
User Manual
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Edition Notes
The Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex Stick Battery User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation, and maintenance instructions for the
Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex Stick Battery as of the release date of this edition. -
Trademarks
Chauvet, Chauvet DJ, the Chauvet logo, and Freedom Flex are registered trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet & Sons, LLC (d/b/a Chauvet and Chauvet Lighting) in the United States and other countries. Other company and product names and logos referred to herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. -
Copyright Notice
The works of authorship contained in this manual, including, but not limited to, all designs, text, and images are owned by Chauvet.
© Copyright 2024 Chauvet & Sons, LLC. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America. -
Manual Use
Chauvet authorizes its customers to download and print this manual for professional information purposes only. Chauvet expressly prohibits the usage, copy, storage, distribution, modification, or printing of this manual or its content for any other purpose without written consent from Chauvet. -
Document Printing
For best results, print this document in color, on letter size paper (8.5 x 11 in), double-sided. If using A4 paper (210 x 297 mm), configure the printer to scale the content accordingly. -
Intended Audience
Any person installing, operating, and/or maintaining this product should completely read through the guide that shipped with the product, as well as this manual, before installing, operating, or maintaining this product. -
Disclaimer
Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects. However, Chauvet assumes no responsibility and specifically disclaims any and all liability to any party for any loss, damage, or disruption caused by any errors or omissions in this document, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause. Chauvet reserves the right to revise the content of this document without any obligation to notify any person or company of such revision; however, Chauvet has no obligation to make, and does not commit to make, any such revisions.
Document Revision
Go to www.chauvetdj.com for the latest version.
Revision | Date | Description |
---|---|---|
1 | 08/2024 | Initial release. |
Before You Begin
What Is Included
Freedom Flex Stick X4
- Freedom Flex Stick X4
- 4 white sleeves
- 4 USB-C to XLR adapters
- 4 batteries
- 4 bases
- 8 clips
- 1 multi-charger
- 1 case
- Quick reference guide
Unpacking Instructions
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition.
Claims
If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear
damaged from shipping, or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier
immediately, not Chauvet. Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately
may invalidate a claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to
shipping, or concealed damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of
delivery.
Text Conventions
Convention | Meaning |
---|---|
1–512 | A range of values |
50/60 | A set of values of which only one can be chosen |
Settings | A menu option not to be modified |
< ENTER> | A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel |
ON | A value to be entered or selected |
Symbols
Symbol | Meaning |
---|---|
Electrical warning. Not following these instructions may cause electrical |
damage to the product, accessories, or the user.
| Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not
following these instructions may make the product not work, cause damage to
the product, or cause harm to the operator.
| Important installation or configuration information. The product may not
function correctly if this information is not used.
| | | **** Useful information.
|
Safety Notes
These Safety Notes include important information about installation, use, and maintenance of the Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex Stick Battery.
- ALWAYS:
- Connect to a grounded circuit.
- Connect to operating voltages as specified on the product’s spec sticker.
- Disconnect from power before replacing the fuse.
- Disconnect from its power source during periods of inactivity.
- Use a safety cable when suspending overhead.
- Heed all restrictions and warnings on the spec sticker.
- Mount in a location with at least 20 in (50 cm) of ventilation.
- Replace the fuse with the same type and rating.
- In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using immediately.
- DO NOT:
- Open this product or attempt any repairs. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
- Look at the light source when the product is on.
- Allow flammable materials close to the product when it is operating.
- Touch the housing when it is on.
- Block any ventilation holes/slots in the housing.
- Connect to a dimmer or rheostat.
- Operate in temperatures higher than 104°F (40°C).
- Expose to environments that exceed the Ingress Protection (IP) rating.
- Expose to rain or moisture.
- Use outdoors.
- Submerge.
- Set this product on a flammable surface.
Keep this User Manual for future use. If the product is sold to someone else, be sure that they also receive this document.
Battery Charge Notes
Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries are potentially hazardous and can present a
serious FIRE HAZARD, SERIOUS INJURY and/or PROPERTY DAMAGE if damaged,
defective, or improperly used.
- ALWAYS:
- Charge using a manufacturer-provided charger while the product is powered off.
- Charge the battery in temperatures between 32°-95°F (0°-35°C).
- Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the product. If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on immediately when the charger is connected.
- Keep at least 3 ft (1 m) distance to any heat source and away from flammable materials.
- Keep the lid of any charging case open while charging.
- Keep batteries away from children.
- Store batteries between 40-60% charge.
- Follow local regulations when disposing of batteries.
- Replace with an authentic Chauvet battery.
- DO NOT:
- Continue charging if the battery becomes hot, smokes, swells, or gives off an odor during charging.
- Leave the product unattended while charging.
- Deplete the battery below 10%.
- Charge the battery in a closed container.
- Charge for more than 24 hours.
FCC Statement of Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 Part B of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Introduction
Product Overview
Overview 1
# | Name |
---|---|
1 | Battery (x4) |
2 | Multi-charger |
3 | USB-C to XLR adapters |
4 | Hanging clips |
5 | Freedom Flex Stick (x4) |
6 | White sleeves |
7 | Bases (x4) |
Overview 2
Product Dimensions
Setup
AC Power
The Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex Stick Battery has an external power
supply and it can work with an input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60
Hz.
To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet,
and wiring), use the current value listed on the label affixed to the
product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart. The
listed current rating indicates the product’s average current draw under
normal conditions.
- Always connect the product to a protected circuit (a circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
- To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Never connect the product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
AC Plug
This product can be connected to a dimmer or rheostat, by plugging in to a
standard outlet controlled by a dimmer or rheostat, or by splicing the power
cable and connecting to the included track adapter.
Connection | Wire (U.S.) | Wire (Europe) | Screw Color |
---|---|---|---|
AC Live | Black | Brown | Yellow/Brass |
AC Neutral | White | Blue | Silver |
AC Ground | Green/Yellow | Green/Yellow | Green/Silver |
Battery Power
The Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex Stick Battery comes with a
rechargeable lithium battery for cable-free operation.
Charging the Battery
The battery charges whenever the Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex Stick
Battery is plugged into a power source using the included power cable. If the
product is plugged in and not in operation, make sure the product is turned
off.
- Before charging the product, read and follow the Battery Charge Notes.
- The battery status indicator light will flash if units are overcharged.
- DO NOT use the Freedom Flex Stick (X4) on full power mode (all LEDs at 100%) while being charged/plugged into a power source, as the unit will get extremely hot.
- If connecting multiple Freedom Flex batteries, ensure that both batteries are off while doing so
Battery Status Indicator
The battery status indicator on the top of the battery shows how much battery
life remains available. The table below provides a key to reading the battery
status indicator.
|
|
---|---|---
Indicator| Battery Status
Green (solid)| High (about 67–100%)
Green (flashing)| Medium (about 34–66%)
Red (solid)| Low (less than 33%)
Red (flashing)| Very low
Battery Run Time
Maximum Run Time (all colors on)| Maximum Run Time (single color
on)| Recharge Time
---|---|---
Up to 6 hours| Up to 8 hours| 3 hours
Connecting
It is possible to connect up to 3 Freedom Flex Stick products together for
operation in Runway mode. For further instructions on the how to operate the
fixture in Runway mode, see Operation.
Connecting Diagram
To safely connect Freedom Flex Stick products, follow the instructions below:
- Turn the cap counter-clockwise to release it completely from the top of the fixture.
- With the cap removed, insert the top of the fixture into the base of another Freedom Flex Stick.
- DO NOT connect Freedom Flex Sticks when Floor mounting.
- DO NOT connect more than 3 Freedom Flex Sticks, regardless of mounting orientation.
- Screw gently to fasten the fixtures together.
Mounting
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations
indicated in the Safety Notes.
Orientation
The Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex Stick Battery may be mounted in any
position; however, make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the
product.
Rigging
- Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming.
- Make sure that the structure and attachment points can support the weight before hanging the product (see the Technical Specifications)
- Mount the product securely to a rigging point, such as an elevated platform or a truss.
- When rigging the product onto a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity. The bracket has a 13-mm hole, which is appropriate for this purpose.
- When mounting the product on the floor, make sure that the product and cables are away from people and vehicles.
Mounting Diagram
Surface Mounting
It is possible to mount the Freedom Flex Stick on a surface with or without the Freedom Flex Stick battery attached.
Overhead Mounting
Wall/Ceiling Mounting
Operation
Control Panel Operation
To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath
the display. Please refer to the Product Overview to see the button locations
on the control panel.
Button | Function |
---|---|
< MENU> | Press to find an operation mode or to back out of the current |
menu option
< UP>| Press to scroll up the list of options or to find a higher value
< DOWN>| Press to scroll down the list of options or to find a lower
value
< ENTER>| Press to activate a menu option or a selected value
Menu Map
Refer to the Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex Stick Battery product page
on www.chauvetdj.com for the latest menu map and
software.
Main Menu | Programming Levels | Description |
---|
DFI
|
DFI Mode
| RX| Sets the product to receive D-Fi signal
TX| Sets the product to transmit D-Fi signal
OFF| Disables D-Fi mode
DFI Channel| 01–16| Sets D-Fi channel
DMX Address| 001–419| Selects DMX starting address
DMX
Channel
| 4 Ch| 4-channel DMX mode
15 Ch| 15-channel DMX mode
18Ch| 18-channel DMX mode
34Ch| 34-channel DMX mode
66Ch| 66-channel DMX mode
94Ch| 94-channel DMX mode
Slave| 1–4| Sets which slave unit(s) will mimic the master unit
Static
|
Fixed Color
| R|
Selects a single static color or a combination of static colors
G
B
W
RG
RB
RW
GB
GW
BW
RGB
RGW
RBW
GBW
RGBW
2700K
3500K
4000K
5600K
6100K
7000k
Main Menu| Programming Levels| Description
---|---|---
Static
(Cont’d)
|
Manual Color Mixer
| Red|
0–255
|
Combines red, green, blue, amber, white, and purple to make a custom color (0–100%)
Green
Blue
White
Auto Show| Program| 01–25| Selects the foreground and
background colors
Speed| 001–100| Adjusts the speed of auto programs
Sound Show
| Program| 01–25| Selects sound show auto program
Sensitivity| 001–100| Adjusts sound show sensitivity
P-Style
| Single| Displays one background color
Looping| Cycles through all of the background colors in order
Random| Displays background colors randomly
P-Color
| R|
Selects background color/temperature for sound show operation
G
B
W
RG
RB
RW
GB
GW
BW
RGB
RGW
RBW
GBW
RGBW
2700K
3500K
4000K
5600K
6100K
7000k
Runway
| OFF| Disables connect mode
Master| Sets fixture to master in connect mode
Slave| Sets fixture to slave in connect mode
RF
|
RF Mode
| PUBLIC| Allows the fixture to respond to all RF signals
BIND| Links the fixture to a single RF remote
OFF| Disables RF mode
RF Binding| | Displays RF mode binding status
RF Group| 1–4| Sets which group of fixtures the RFC-XL remote will
control
Main Menu| Programming Levels| Description
---|---|---
DMX Loss
| HOLD| Holds the last setting when the DMX signal is lost
BLACK| Blacks out the unit when the DMX signal is lost
SOUND| Sets the unit to Sound mode when DMX signal is lost
AUTO| Sets the unit to Auto mode when DMX signal is lost
Back Light
| 10S| Turns off display backlight after 10 seconds of inactivity
30S| Turns off display backlight after 30 seconds of inactivity
2Min| Turns off display backlight after 2 minutes of inactivity
Always On| Display backlight remains on
Information| Version
Factory Reset| NO| Resets settings to factory default
YES
Products may sync differently while in Sound-Active mode and Master/Slave mode.
DMX Configuration
The Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex Stick Battery works with a DMX
controller. Information about DMX is in the Chauvet DMX Primer, which is
available from the Chauvet website
chauvetlighting.com/downloads/DMX_Primer_rev05_WO.pdf.
Personality and Starting Address
The Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex Stick Battery uses up to 94 DMX
channels in the 94CH DMX mode, which defines the highest
configurable/recommended address to 419.
When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX
channels the DMX mode uses. If the starting address is set too high, access to
some channels could be restricted.
For information about the DMX protocol, download the DMX Primer from
www.chauvetdj.com.
To select the personality and starting address, do the following:
- Press
- Use
or to select DMX Channel. - Press
. - Use
or to select 4CH, 15CH, 18CH, 34CH, 66CH, or 94CH shows on the display. - Press
.
DMX Channel Assignments and Values
15CH / 4CH
4CH | 15CH | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
---|---|---|---|---|
– | 1 | Dimmer | 000 255 | 0–100% |
1 | 2 | Red | 000 255 | 0–100% |
2 | 3 | Green | 000 255 | 0–100% |
3 | 4 | Blue | 000 255 | 0–100% |
4 | 5 | White | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 6 | CTC | 000 005 | No function |
006 255 | Color temperature, 2700–8000K | |||
– | 7 | Strobe | 000 010 | No function |
011 255 | Strobe, slow to fast | |||
– | 8 | Auto program | 000 255 | See Program Chart |
– | 9 | Auto program speed | 000 255 | Auto speed, slow |
to fast
–| 10| Foreground color dimmer| 000 255| 0–100%
–| 11| Foreground color| 000 255| See Color Chart
–| 12| Background dimmer| 000 255| 0–100%
–| 13| Background color| 000 255| See Color Chart
–
| ****
14
| ****
Dimmer speed mode
| 000 101| Dimmer speed mode (off)
102 152| Dimmer speed mode 1 (fastest)
153 203| Dimmer speed mode 2
204 255| Dimmer speed mode 3 (slowest)
–| 15| Auto program delay| 000 255| 0–100%
34CH / 18CH
18CH | 34CH | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 1 | Dimmer | 000 255 | 0–100% |
2 | 2 | Red 1 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
3 | 3 | Green 1 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
4 | 4 | Blue 1 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
5 | 5 | White 1 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
6 | 6 | Red 2 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
7 | 7 | Green 2 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
8 | 8 | Blue 2 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
9 | 9 | White 2 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
10 | 10 | Red 3 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
11 | 11 | Green 3 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
12 | 12 | Blue 3 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
13 | 13 | White 3 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
14 | 14 | Red 4 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
15 | 15 | Green 4 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
16 | 16 | Blue 4 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
17 | 17 | White 4 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 18 | Red 5 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 19 | Green 5 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 20 | Blue 5 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 21 | White 5 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 22 | Red 6 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 23 | Green 6 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 24 | Blue 6 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 25 | White 6 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 26 | Red 7 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 27 | Green 7 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 28 | Blue 7 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 29 | White 7 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 30 | Red 8 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 31 | Green 8 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 32 | Blue 8 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 33 | White 8 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
18 | 34 | Strobe | 000 010 | No function |
011 255 | Strobe, slow to fast |
94CH / 66CH
66CH | 94CH | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 1 | Dimmer | 000 255 | 0–100% |
2 | 2 | Red 1 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
3 | 3 | Green 1 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
4 | 4 | Blue 1 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
5 | 5 | White 1 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
6 | 6 | Red 2 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
7 | 7 | Green 2 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
8 | 8 | Blue 2 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
9 | 9 | White 2 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
10 | 10 | Red 3 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
11 | 11 | Green 3 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
12 | 12 | Blue 3 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
13 | 13 | White 3 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
14 | 14 | Red 4 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
15 | 15 | Green 4 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
16 | 16 | Blue 4 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
17 | 17 | White 4 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
18 | 18 | Red 5 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
19 | 19 | Green 5 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
20 | 20 | Blue 5 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
21 | 21 | White 5 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
22 | 22 | Red 6 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
23 | 23 | Green 6 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
24 | 24 | Blue 6 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
25 | 25 | White 6 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
26 | 26 | Red 7 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
27 | 27 | Green 7 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
28 | 28 | Blue 7 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
29 | 29 | White 7 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
30 | 30 | Red 8 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
31 | 31 | Green 8 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
32 | 32 | Blue 8 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
33 | 33 | White 8 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
34 | 34 | Red 9 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
35 | 35 | Green 9 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
36 | 36 | Blue 9 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
37 | 37 | White 9 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
38 | 38 | Red 10 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
39 | 39 | Green 10 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
40 | 40 | Blue 10 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
41 | 41 | White 10 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
42 | 42 | Red 11 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
43 | 43 | Green 11 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
44 | 44 | Blue 11 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
45 | 45 | White 11 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
46 | 46 | Red 12 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
66CH | 94CH | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
--- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
47 | 47 | Green 12 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
48 | 48 | Blue 12 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
49 | 49 | White 12 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
50 | 50 | Red 13 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
51 | 51 | Green 13 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
52 | 52 | Blue 13 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
53 | 53 | White 13 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
54 | 54 | Red 14 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
55 | 55 | Green 14 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
56 | 56 | Blue 14 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
57 | 57 | White 14 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
58 | 58 | Red 15 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
59 | 59 | Green 15 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
60 | 60 | Blue 15 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
61 | 61 | White 15 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
62 | 62 | Red 16 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
63 | 63 | Green 16 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
64 | 64 | Blue 16 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
65 | 65 | White 16 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 66 | Red 17 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 67 | Green 17 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 68 | Blue 17 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 69 | White 17 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 70 | Red 18 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 71 | Green 18 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 72 | Blue 18 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 73 | White 18 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 74 | Red 19 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 75 | Green 19 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 76 | Blue 19 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 77 | White 19 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 78 | Red 20 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 79 | Green 20 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 80 | Blue 20 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 81 | White 20 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 82 | Red 21 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 83 | Green 21 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 84 | Blue 21 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 85 | White 21 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 86 | Red 22 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 87 | Green 22 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 88 | Blue 22 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 89 | White 22 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 90 | Red 23 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 91 | Green 23 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 92 | Blue 23 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
– | 93 | White 23 | 000 255 | 0–100% |
66CH | 94CH | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
--- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
66 | 94 | Strobe | 000 010 | No function |
011 255 | Strobe, slow to fast |
Color Chart
DMX Value | Function | DMX Value | Function |
---|---|---|---|
000 ****013 | Red | 126 ****139 | Green + White |
014 ****027 | Green | 140 ****153 | Blue + White |
028 ****041 | Blue | 154 ****167 | Red + Green + White |
042 ****055 | White | 168 ****181 | Red + Blue + White |
056 ****069 | Green + Blue | 182 ****195 | Green + Blue + White |
070 ****083 | Red + Blue | 196 ****209 | Red + Green + Blue + White |
084 ****097 | Red + Green | 210 ****223 | 2800K |
098 ****111 | Red + Green + Blue | 224 ****237 | 7000K |
112 ****125 | Red + White | 238 ****255 | Auto |
Program Chart
DMX Value | Function | DMX Value | Function |
---|---|---|---|
000 ****010 | No function | 107 ****114 | Auto program 13 |
011 ****018 | Auto program 1 | 115 ****122 | Auto program 14 |
019 ****026 | Auto program 2 | 123 ****30 | Auto program 15 |
027 ****034 | Auto program 3 | 131 ****138 | Auto program 16 |
035 ****042 | Auto program 4 | 139 ****146 | Auto program 17 |
043 ****050 | Auto program 5 | 147 ****154 | Auto program 18 |
051 ****058 | Auto program 6 | 155 ****162 | Auto program 19 |
059 ****066 | Auto program 7 | 163 ****170 | Auto program 20 |
067 ****074 | Auto program 8 | 171 ****178 | Auto program 21 |
075 ****082 | Auto program 9 | 179 ****186 | Auto program 22 |
083 ****090 | Auto program 10 | 187 ****194 | Auto program 23 |
091 ****098 | Auto program 11 | 195 ****202 | Auto program 24 |
099 ****106 | Auto program 12 | 203 ****255 | Auto program 25 |
Standalone Configuration
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to operate without a DMX
controller.
Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode to a DMX string connected to a DMX controller. Products in standalone mode may transmit DMX signals that could interfere with the DMX signals from the controller.
Static Mode
To run the Freedom Flex Stick on Static mode with fixed colors, follow the
instructions below.
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select Fixed Color. - Press
. - Use
or to select from R, G, B, W, RG, RB, RW, GB, GW, BW, RGB, RGW, RBW, GBW, RGBW, 2700K, 3500K, 4000K, 5600K, 6100K, or 7000K. - Press
.
To run the Freedom Flex Stick on Static mode with custom static colors, follow the instructions below.
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select Manual Color Mixer. - Press
. - Use
or to select from Red, Green, Blue, or White. - Press
. - Use
or to select a value from 0–255. - Press
.
Auto Show
To run an auto program on the Freedom Flex Stick, follow the instructions
below:
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select Program. - Press
. - Use
or to select an auto program, from 01–25. - Press
.
To set the auto program speed on the Freedom Flex Stick, follow the instructions below:
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select Speed. - Press
. - Use
or to select an auto program speed, from 001–100. - Press
.
Sound-Active Mode
To run the Freedom Flex Stick with a sound-active program, follow the
instructions below.
- Press
- Press
. - To select how the product will respond when sound is detected, press
- Press
. - Use
or to select an auto program, from 01–25. - Press
.
While set to master and slave in sound-active mode, ONLY the background color willsync across several Freedom Flex Sticks.
To adjust the sensitivity of the Freedom Flex Stick sound-active program, follow the instructions below.
- Press
- Press
. - Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select an auto program, from 001–100. - Press
.
To select a background playback style for the sound-active program, follow the instructions below.
- Press
- Press
. - Press
or repeatedly until P-Style shows on the display. - Press
. - Use
or to select a background playback style, from Single (displays one background color), Looping (cycles through all colors), or Random (Displays colors randomly). - Press
.
To select a color/temperature background for the sound-active program, follow the instructions below.
- Press
- Press
. - Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select a color or temperature, from R, G, B, W, RG, RB, RW, GB, GW, BW, RGB, RGW, RBW, GBW, RGBW, 2700K, 3500K, 4000K, 5600K, 6100K, or 7000K. - Press
.
Runway
To run the Freedom Flex Stick on runway mode, follow the instructions below.
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select a Runway mode from OFF (disables runway mode), Master (sets fixture to master), or Slave (sets fixture to slave). - Press
.
DMX Loss
To adjust the way the Freedom Flex Stick responds when DMX signal is lost, do
the following:
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select HOLD (holds most recent setting), BLACK (blacks out unit), SOUND (triggers sound mode), or AUTO (triggers auto mode). - Press
.
The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).
Back Light
To set a time after which the back light turns off, do the following:
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select 10S (disable back after 10 seconds of inactivity), 30S (disable back after 30 seconds of inactivity), 2Min (disable back after 2 minutes of inactivity), or Always On (back light will remain on). - Press
.
Information
To display the fixture’s software version, do the following:
- Press
- Press
.
Factory Reset
To reset the product, do the following:
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select NO (to maintain current settings) or YES (begin factory rest). - Press
.
Master/Slave Mode
The Master/Slave mode allows a single Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex
Stick Battery product (the “master”) to control the actions of one or more
Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex Stick Battery products (the “slaves”)
without the need of a DMX controller. The master product will be set to
operate in standalone mode or with the RF control, while the slave products
will be set to operate in slave mode. Once set and connected, the slave
products will operate in unison with the master product.
Configure the products as indicated below.
Slave products:
- Press
- Use
or to select Run Mode. - Press
. - Use
or to select Slave. - Press
. - Use
or to select from Slave1, Slave2, Slave3, or Slave4. - Select Slave1 for 100% synchronized actions.
- Select Slave2, Slave3, and/or Slave4 for delayed actions, creating a wave effect.
- Press
. - Connect the DMX input of the first slave product to the DMX output of the master product.
- Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave products to the DMX output of the previous slave product.
- Finish setting and connecting all the slave products.
Master product:
- Set the master product to operate in standalone mode or with RF control.
- Make the master product the first product in the DMX daisy chain.
- Configure all the slave products before connecting the master to the daisy chain.
- Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master.
- Do not connect more than 31 slaves to the master.
Slave products:
- Press
- Use
or to select DFI Mode. Press . - Use
or to select RX. Press . - Press
- Use
or to select the slave unit(s), from Slave1–4. Press . - Set the DMX address to 001.
- Set the D-Fi to receive a specific channel, 01–16.
- Finish setting and connecting all the slave products.
Master product:
- Set the master product to operate in standalone mode.
- Set the D-Fi to transmit on the D-Fi channel the slaves are receiving on.
- For more information on how to activate the built-in D-Fi of the Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex Stick Battery, see D-Fi Setting.
- All products must be set to the same DMX personality, DMX address, and D-Fi channel.
- Configure all the slave products before configuring the master to transmit.
- Never connect a DMX controller to a D-Fi channel configured for Master/Slave operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master.
RFC Remote Control
The Freedom Flex Stick can be operated with an RFC remote (comes with
Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex Stick BatteryX4) or an RFC-XL remote
(sold separately). To select the mode of RF control, follow the instructions
below:
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select RF Mode. - Press
. - Use
or to select PUBLIC (enables fixture to respond to all RF signals), BIND (links fixture to a single RF remote), or OFF (deactivates RF linking). - Press
.
To observe the fixtures RF binding status, follow the instructions below:
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select RF Binding. - Press
.
To assign a group of fixtures to a remote, follow the instructions below:
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select RF Group (sets which group of fixture the RFC/RFC-XL remote will control). - Press
. - Use
or to select a group, from 1–4. - Press
.
For more information about using an RFC or RFC-XL remote, download the Instructions
RFC Remote Control Operation
RFC Button Function
-
Press to turn off all lights until the button is pressed again -
Press to toggle strobe, then use <+> or <-> to increase or decrease strobe speed -
Press then use <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the dimmer -
Press to activate automatic mode, then use <+> or <-> to select a program - <SPD/SENS> Press then use <+> or <-> to increase or decrease speed or sensitivity
-
Press to activate sound-active mode, then use <+> or <-> to select a program - <–> Press to decrease speed, sensitivity, or the dimmer/color value, or to scroll down the list of programs
- <+> Press to increase speed, sensitivity, or the dimmer/color value, or to scroll up the list of programs
-
Press to stop all movement and color chasing -
In manual mode, press then use <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the red value -
In manual mode, press then use <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the green value - In manual mode, press then use <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the blue value
- In manual mode, press then use <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the amber value
-
In manual mode, press then use <+> or <-> to increase or= decrease the UV value -
In manual mode, press then use <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the white value - <FADE/SNAP> Press to toggle between auto programs
-
Press to activate manual mode - <PRESET/
- COLOR>
- Press to activate presets/colors, then use <+> or <-> to select a preset/color
The RFC remote will not respond to any inputs when Freeze or Black Out is
activated. If the remote does not respond when a button is pressed, try
pressing
Maintenance
Product Maintenance
Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This
can lead to reduction of the light source’s life and/or mechanical wear. To
maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, clean all lighting products at
least twice a month. However, be aware that usage and environmental conditions
could be contributing factors to increase the cleaning frequency.
To clean the product, follow the instructions below:
- Unplug the product from power.
- Wait until the product is at room temperature.
- Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external surface/vents.
- Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
- Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
- Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface.
- Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.
Do not spin the cooling fans using compressed air because they could be damaged.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions and Weight
Contact Us
General Information Technical Support
Chauvet World Headquarters
- Address: 3360 Davie Rd., Suite 509 Voice: 844-393-7575
- Davie, FL 33314 Fax: 954-756-8015
- Voice: 954-577-4455 Email: chauvetcs@chauvetlighting.com
- Fax: 954-929-5560
- Toll Free: 800-762-1084 Website: www.chauvetdj.com
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- Address: Pod 1 EVO Park Email: UKtech@chauvetlighting.eu
- Little Oak Drive, Sherwood Park
- Nottinghamshire, NG15 0EB Website: www.chauvetdj.eu
- UK
- Voice: +44 (0) 1773 511115
- Fax: +44 (0) 1773 511110
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- Address: Stokstraat 18 Email: BNLtech@chauvetlighting.eu
- 9770 Kruishoutem
- Belgium Website: www.chauvetdj.eu
- Voice: +32 9 388 93 97
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- Address: 3, Rue Ampère Email: FRtech@chauvetlighting.fr
- 91380 Chilly-Mazarin
- France Website: www.chauvetdj.eu
- Voice: +33 1 78 85 33 59
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- Address: Bruno-Bürgel-Str. 11 Email: DEtech@chauvetlighting.de
- 28759 Bremen
- Germany Website: www.chauvetdj.eu
- Voice: +49 421 62 60 20
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- Address: Av. de las Partidas 34 – 3B Email: servicio@chauvet.com.mx
- (Entrance by Calle 2)
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Warranty & Returns
For warranty terms and conditions and return information, please visit our
website.
For customers in the United States and Mexico: www.chauvetlighting.com
/warranty-registration.
For customers in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the
Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, and Germany: www.chauvetlighting.eu
/warranty-registration.
Freedom Flex Stick X4 and Freedom Flex Stick Battery