4 channel wall Optional

Setup and Connect Guide Wall Mounting

mounting kit
7543K1011

SmartModule 2 “Smart” User Interface

M6 x 1 x 10
4 or 6 channel modules Local manual control of dimmers and 20 10mm head

DMX 512 compliant built-in chases for stand-alone operation

RDM identify / RDM - DMX Address Multi-language software including English,
UL / cUL Listed and CE Marked Spanish, German and French
DMX 512 In and Thru XLR connectors 6 channel
wall mounting kit
Dimmers and Circuit Breakers 7543K1012
Convenience Outlets
10 Amp dimmer per circuit output with
UL outlet type is dual
magnetic circuit breaker (load protection).
Edison, CE outlet type
Choice of output connectors
typically matches the
output connector type NOTE: Total load output cannot exceed
capacity of the mains power input.
Many supply breakers have an 80%
rating. 75 Watts minimum load per
dimmer for best results.

M6 x 1 x 10
10mm head
Mains Power Specification
NOTE: Mains Power Input for UL
NOTE: Reference the SmartModule 2 Mounting Kits Installation Guide for mounting kit instructions.
models; do not exceed 20A
maximum per phase.

4 channel 6 channel
Optional
Input Connector is optionally supplied.
Recommended (UL) Input Connector UL / cUL 1Ø 100, 120 VAC 2Ø 120/240 VAC Pipe Hanging
100/200 VAC 4 channel pipe mounting kit
To maintain UL Listing, use a recommended input connector. 2Ø 120/240 VAC
1Ø 2 wire + ground use NEMA L5-15, 5-15, L5-20, 5-20 100/200 VAC 3Ø 120/208 VAC 7543K1013
2Ø 3 wire + ground use NEMA 14-15, 14-20, L14-20 100/173 VAC
CE 1Ø 230 VAC 1Ø 230 VAC M6 x 1 x 10
3Ø 4 wire + ground use NEMA 21-20 10mm head
NOTE: Using a NEMA L5-15, 5-15 or 14-15 input connector 3Ø 230/400 VAC
derates the SmartModule 2 to 15A maximum input.

Recommended (CE 230 VAC) Input Connector

16A or 32A CEE 1PNE
dual NF or dual Shuko load connectors use
Schuko or NF male
1Ø 2 wire + ground
16A or 32A CEE 1PNE 6 channel pipe mounting kit
UK15A Round Pin load connectors use UK15A
Round Pin male
7543K1014
3Ø 4 wire + ground 16A or 32A CEE 3PNE
NOTE: Supply must be protected by Type C circuit
breaker, maximum 32A.

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User Interface First Time Power-up Display Normal Menu
The SmartBar2 user interface and menu structure provide users an intuitive easy setup with multiple The first time you apply power to the unit, you will be The normal menu is used to view system status and to set the DMX
language options built-in. asked to choose a language for the operating system. start address for the unit. The start address range is determined by the
d = DMX The language options will cycle through at three size of the unit but limited to DMX address 512. A two channel unit has
The indicator located in the top right hand corner DMX: 001 > 006 d
T = Test of the LCD indicates the current control source. second intervals. Press to set the displayed a range of 001 - 511, a 4 channel unit has a range of 001 - 509, and
Level: 25
C = Chase language option. User Interface
The SmartBar2 user interface and menu structure provide users an intuitive easy setup with multiple
language options built-in.
First Time Power-up Display
The first time you apply power to the unit, you will be
Normal Menu
The normal menu is used to view system status and to set the DMX
the 6 channel unit has a range of 001 - 507.
asked to choose a language for the operating system. start address for the unit. The start address range is determined by the

Set the DMX Start Address

d = DMX The language options will cycle through at three size of the unit but limited to DMX address 512. A two channel unit has
The indicator located in the top right hand corner DMX: 001 > 006 d
T = Test of the LCD indicates the current control source. second intervals. Press to set the displayed a range of 001 - 511, a 4 channel unit has a range of 001 - 509, and
Level: 25
C = Chase language option. the 6 channel unit has a range of 001 - 507.

The two LEDs on the user interface indicate power and DMX signal. When
Set Language - English
The two LEDs on the user interface indicate power and DMX signal. When Set the DMX Start Address
power is applied, the blue “Power” LED is illuminated. The green LED Choisir la langue - Français
Step 1: Scroll to DMX, press .
indicates DMX signal. When no DMX signal is present, the green LED will Sprache auswählen - Deutsch Step 2: Scroll to DMX Start Address, press .
flash. When a stable DMX signal is present, the green LED will illuminate fully.
Seleccionar idioma - Español
Step 3: Use + or - to scroll the start address range.
Keypad Step 4: Press to set the start address.

returns to the home menu

cancels the current operation and returns to the previous Test Menu
menu or selection
activates a menu selection or stores a value The test menu is a tool for testing dimmers and loads. In the absence of a DMX control source, the test menu may also be used to

power is applied, the blue “Power” LED is illuminated. The green LED
pressing once increases a value or menu choice by one. set dimmer levels. Enter test mode from any menu by pressing the test button .

Step 1: Scroll to DMX, press .

pressing once decreases a value or menu choice by one. Set dimmer levels in the test menu
NOTE: “+” and “-” values auto repeat with acceleration when pressed and held for two Step 1: Use or to select one or [All] dimmers.
seconds. Step 2: Use + or - to set a level, press . The menu will progress to the next channel.
enters “Test Mode” from any menu. Exiting test returns to the previous menu. Step 3: Press “Exit Test Mode [Keep Test On]” displays. Options are, [Keep Test On]
which exits with test levels still active, [Test: All Off] which releases test levels then
exits Test Mode.
NOTE: Press << to return to the main menu and clear all test levels.
DMX: 123 > 128
Level:
d
Menu Flow Chart

indicates DMX signal. When no DMX signal is present, the green LED will
ETC d DMX DMX Start Address
DMX 512 Replace DMX Transceiver
[DMX] [DMX Start Address] DMX: [501 -> 506]
DMX may be daisy chained from one unit to another utilizing The DMX transceiver and a replacement spare is located behind the
user interface control panel.
DMX DMX Patch DMX Patch
the XLR connectors on the front of the unit. The DMX-Thru
Warning: You must remove power to the unit prior

Step 2: Scroll to DMX Start Address, press .

[DMX Patch] Dim [12] > DMX 512 Dim 12 > DMX [512] connector is self-terminated if no XLR connection is inserted.
to removing the control panel.
DMX DMX loss behavior options include Hold Last Look. When set to Wait
RDM Step 1: Before removing the control board you must first loosen
[DMX loss behavior] [Wait and Fade] and Fade, “Wait Time: [mm:ss] displays for selection.
RDM features of the SmartBar2 are available to RDM control- the screws on the convenience outlet cover located on
the right side of the user interface.
lers with standard DMX cabling as described in the DMX
DMX DMX Mode options include: Step 2: Remove the two screws securing the control panel to
DMX Patch section above.
[DMX Mode] [Start Address] the unit.
RDM Identify - when this command is sent from a RDM

flash. When a stable DMX signal is present, the green LED will illuminate fully.
ETC d Dimmer Num: [12] Dimmer Num: 12 options include Linear, Non-dim (relay), and Pre-Heat. Set Start Voltage displays
controller, the LCD display of the SmartBar2 will flash.
[Dimmer Curves] Fluorescent [Fluorescent] when Fluorescent is the selection. Set Pre-Heat Level displays when Pre-Heat is the selection
DMX: 001 > 006 d
DMX Address - displays the DMX address and allows Level: 25

ETC d CH: Enabled C CH: Enabled C CH: Enabled C CH: Enabled C addressing to be changed from any RDM controller.
[Chase] [01] T: 00.0 Yes 01 T: [00.0] Yes 01 T: 00.0 Yes 01 T: 00.0 [Yes]

ETC d General Settings Set Language options include:

Step 3: Use + or - to scroll the start address range.

Francais, Deutsch, Espanol
[General Settings] [Set Language] [English]

Step 3: Gently pull the control panel

General Settings LCD Backlight options include:
Off, Auto
out of the unit to reveal the
[LCD Backlight] [On]
control board on the back side.
General Settings Menu Mode options include: Step 4: Remove the existing DMX
[Menu Mode] [Normal Menu]
Advanced Menu
transceiver chip and replace with
the spare provided with the unit.
General Settings Are you Sure? options include:
Step 5: Replace the control panel into the
[Restore Defaults] [No] Yes
unit and secure with the two
screws provided.
General Settings Are you Sure? option includes Yes.
[Deep Clear System] [No] Sets all curves to Mod Sqr Law, Base Address 1, Erases DMX Patch Step 6: Re-tighten the outlet cover screws.

Keypad
General Settings Software Version
[Software Version] v2.#.#

Step 4: Press to set the start address.

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returns to the home menu

cancels the current operation and returns to the previous Test Menu
menu or selection
activates a menu selection or stores a value The test menu is a tool for testing dimmers and loads. In the absence of a DMX control source, the test menu may also be used to
pressing once increases a value or menu choice by one. set dimmer levels. Enter test mode from any menu by pressing the test button .
pressing once decreases a value or menu choice by one. Set dimmer levels in the test menu
NOTE: “+” and “-” values auto repeat with acceleration when pressed and held for two Step 1: Use or to select one or [All] dimmers.
seconds. Step 2: Use + or - to set a level, press . The menu will progress to the next channel.
enters “Test Mode” from any menu. Exiting test returns to the previous menu. Step 3: Press “Exit Test Mode [Keep Test On]” displays. Options are, [Keep Test On]
which exits with test levels still active, [Test: All Off] which releases test levels then
exits Test Mode.
NOTE: Press << to return to the main menu and clear all test levels.
DMX: 123 > 128
Level:
d
Menu Flow Chart
ETC d DMX DMX Start Address
DMX 512 Replace DMX Transceiver
[DMX] [DMX Start Address] DMX: [501 -> 506]
DMX may be daisy chained from one unit to another utilizing The DMX transceiver and a replacement spare is located behind the
user interface control panel.
DMX DMX Patch DMX Patch
the XLR connectors on the front of the unit. The DMX-Thru
connector is self-terminated if no XLR connection is inserted. Warning: You must remove power to the unit prior
[DMX Patch] Dim [12] > DMX 512 Dim 12 > DMX [512]
to removing the control panel.
DMX DMX loss behavior options include Hold Last Look. When set to Wait
RDM Step 1: Before removing the control board you must first loosen
[DMX loss behavior] [Wait and Fade] and Fade, “Wait Time: [mm:ss] displays for selection.
RDM features of the SmartBar2 are available to RDM control- the screws on the convenience outlet cover located on
the right side of the user interface.
lers with standard DMX cabling as described in the DMX
DMX DMX Mode options include: Step 2: Remove the two screws securing the control panel to
DMX Patch section above.
[DMX Mode] [Start Address] the unit.
RDM Identify - when this command is sent from a RDM
ETC d Dimmer Num: [12] Dimmer Num: 12 options include Linear, Switched (non-dim), and Pre-Heat. Set Start Voltage displays
controller, the LCD display of the SmartBar2 will flash.
[Dimmer Curves] Fluorescent [Fluorescent] when Fluorescent is the selection. Set Pre-Heat Level displays when Pre-Heat is the selection
DMX: 001 > 006 d
DMX Address - displays the DMX address and allows Level: 25

ETC d CH: Enabled C CH: Enabled C CH: Enabled C CH: Enabled C addressing to be changed from any RDM controller.
[Chase] [01] T: 00.0 Yes 01 T: [00.0] Yes 01 T: 00.0 Yes 01 T: 00.0 [Yes]

ETC d General Settings Set Language options include:

Francais, Deutsch, Espanol
[General Settings] [Set Language] [English]

Step 3: Gently pull the control panel

General Settings LCD Backlight options include:
Off, Auto
out of the unit to reveal the
[LCD Backlight] [On]
control board on the back side.
General Settings Menu Mode options include: Step 4: Remove the existing DMX
[Menu Mode] [Normal Menu]
Advanced Menu
transceiver chip and replace with
the spare provided with the unit.
General Settings Are you Sure? options include:
Step 5: Replace the control panel into the
[Restore Defaults] [No] Yes
unit and secure with the two
screws provided.
General Settings Are you Sure? option includes Yes.
[Deep Clear System] [No] Sets all curves to Mod Sqr Law, Base Address 1, Erases DMX Patch Step 6: Re-tighten the outlet cover screws.

General Settings Software Version

[Software Version] v2.#.#

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