IR DMX Controller Instructions Overview IR Sensor Software Setting & Recalling Scenes Buttons For use with Lowel/ Fluo-Tec Studio Fluorescent System ® 2 2-3 2 3 4-5 Buttons/Arrows Using The IR DMX Controller Replacing Batteries Preparing for Use Warranty, Problems, Repairs & Info 5 6 7 7 Back Cover
Overview The Lowel IR DMX Controller™ & IR Sensor™ are designed to allow wireless handheld control of 1 - 512 Lowel Fluo-Tec dimmable studio fluorescent fixtures. They also allow communication with other DMX controllable fixtures & dimmers, added to the DMX chain. The Fluo-Tec studio fixtures connect to each other via DMX in/out cables, with the IR Sensor being connected to the first fixture.
IR Sensor™ After the installation, make sure that the LED flashes steadily from every intended point of operation when operating the remote control, and by watching the IR LED indicator (located on the IR Sensor’s body). By fine tuning its location using this method, you will achieve the maximum coverage of the room.
Buttons ON MODE ALL Quickly press to turn the Controller ON. a multifunction button. a toggle function. Instant 100% ON / Instant OFF ALL vs Single Fixture Command ■ By clicking on it once, an asterisk ■ Pressing this button, allows ■ To start or return to active operation press the ON button. Shutdown ■ To turn the IR DMX Controller OFF, hold the SET button for 2 seconds.
Buttons Buttons/Arrows SET + Level –Address a multifunction button. Transmitting Pre-stored Levels will increase the dimming level (%) of the fixture from 0–100%. will change the address of the fixture that is being accessed, descending from 512–1. ■ When pressed, the IR DMX Controller updates (retransmits) all 512 channel levels to their previously set levels, as saved in the remote’s internal, non-volatile memory.
Using The IR DMX Controller Important To use the IR DMX Controller, fluorescent fixtures must first be ‘enabled’. See Sub-Menu Mode, pg 4. Once turned ON, the Left side displays the DMX-512 Address channel being accessed (1–512) or ALL (in which case up to 512 fixtures will be accessed simultaneously). The Right side displays the dimming level (0–100%) of the unit corresponding to that address. Note: a flashing “dot” in place of the asterisk = low battery.
Setting & Recalling Scenes The IR DMX Controller can store up to 10 different scenes, with each scene containing dimming levels for up to 512 Lowel/FluoTec dimmable fixtures. All scenes are saved in nonvolatile memory. Note: see Replacing Batteries (pg. 7) for important information. To set and store scenes: ■ Select any addressed channels from 1–512 and set levels for them. ■ When you have set all selected fixtures to desired levels, hold down the MODE button for two seconds.
Warranty, Problems, Repairs & Info Lowel equipment and kits are sold through authorized Lowel Dealers and, in some countries, Authorized Lowel Distributors. Lowel IR DMX Controller, Lowel IR Sensor, IR DMX Translator, and Lowel Fluo-Tec Studio Fluorescents are trademarks of Lowel-Light Manufacturing, Inc. Repairs, problems, suggestions, and requests for brochures, instructions, parts lists Patent Pending may be handled by your authorized Lowel Dealer (Distributor) or directly through Lowel.
