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Betapack has served the industry for 30 years with legendary reliability, robustness, versatility and value for money. Betapack 4 builds on this heritage by distributing both dimming and “hot power” to a mixed rig of both tungsten and LED fixtures in a single, affordable device. Betapack 4 continues to serve the most modern applications in lighting rental, installation and portable situations for many thousands of venues worldwide.
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Betapack 4 includes variants with sockets to match most global standards, and is supplied with MCBs on every channel. The versatility of the Betapack 4 means it can be 19” rack mounted or installed on a wall using the brackets supplied, or made portable by using the included Easicarry kit consisting of a handle and four feet.
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Thank you Thank you for choosing Betapack 4 by Zero 88 to fulfil your lighting power needs. We sincerely hope that your new unit will bring you years of trouble free service. We make great efforts to build in reliability and serviceability at every stage of our development and production processes and include a three-year limited warranty - giving you peace of mind for your investment.
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EN 50581:2012: Assessment of products with respect to RoHS II following standards: Revisions Change log of this manual July 2020 - Manual Restructured - ES June 2020 - Manual Created - ES Zero 88 - Betapack 4 - Page 4 of 22 Printed: 24/11/2020 14:35:29 ES...
Warnings & Safety Do not remove the covers without first completely disconnecting Betapack 4 from the mains supply. This product must be earthed. This equipment is designed for professional stage lighting control and is unsuitable for any other purpose. It should be used by, or under the supervision of, an appropriately qualified or trained person.
‘X’ and ‘Y’. When one or more Betapack 4 units are mounted in an enclosed rack, a fan MUST be fitted to ensure that adequate cool air is circulated. Up to three Betapack 4s may be stacked in free air.
Removing the cover Do not remove the covers without first completely disconnecting Betapack 4 from the mains supply. Isolate and disconnect Betapack 4 from the mains supply. The mains supply terminals (and output terminals on the hardwire version) are located under the top cover. To remove the top cover, remove the four screws from the side plates marked “A”...
A separate isolator and secure mains earth connection are required. Phase to Neutral voltage must not exceed 255VAC. All wiring entering Betapack 4 must be rated to +85ºC, H07RN-F cable is recommended. Cut outs are provided on the ends and rear for PG21 glands; one is supplied.
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For three-phase delta operation, the 6 neutral wires must be removed from the terminal block, and the crimped ferrules must be cut off. Strip the ends of these 6 wires, and reconnect as shown. Zero 88 - Betapack 4 - Page 9 of 22 Printed: 24/11/2020 14:35:29 ES...
Getting started Betapack 4 distributes both dimming and non-dimming (“hot power”) to a mixed rig of both tungsten and LED fixtures. Each of the six channels are capable of driving up to 10 amp loads. The dim and hot power socket for each channel share the same channel MCB. The hot power sockets are fed directly from the channel's MCB.
Betapack 4. An additional green LED is used for DMX indication. Betapack 4 has a default mode for operation. In this mode none of the set-up mode LEDs will be lit, and the main display will show the DMX address(es).
DMX Address There are 2 ways that Betapack 4 can be patched – a single DMX start address can be set for the block of 6 channels (block patch), or each channel can be given a different DMX start address.
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Memories Betapack 4 will store 12 memories for standalone operation, these can only be re-called if there is no DMX present. 1. Set-up the scene using the ‘Manual’ control function or a DMX controller. 2. Select ‘Memory’ using the ‘Mode’ button.
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Betapack 4 will store 3 sequences of up to 99-steps each. Each step is a link to one of the 12 programmed memories. Sequences can only be replayed if there is no DMX present. Each sequence can have a fade time (0-60s) and dwell time (1-60s) programmed. It is only possible to add steps to or remove steps from the end of a sequence.
Note that Preheat is only applied if there is a DMX input present, and the law is not set to ‘Switch’. Topset Topset can be selected on a per channel or all channel basis. On Betapack 4, Topset is applied as a limiting (not scaling) value.
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Default mode (no LEDs lit). To enter Super User press and hold the ‘Up & Down’ Arrows together and press and hold the ‘Mode’ button for 5 seconds. All the mode LEDs will flash to indicate Betapack 4 is in super user mode.
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To identify which version of firmware is loaded in Betapack 4, press the ‘Up & Down’ Arrows until the firmware version is shown in the display (e.g. 02.00) Press and hold the ‘Enter’ button for 1s, and Betapack 4’s CPU serial number will be displayed.
WEEE If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or Zero 88 dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. Used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.
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Electrical Do not remove the covers without first completely disconnecting Betapack 4 from the mains supply. Betapack 4 is designed to operate on 230VAC +10% -15% at 50-60Hz (auto sensing). The pack may not operate satisfactorily outside this specification. The packs may be wired:...
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Height: 175mm Width: 440mm Depth: 195mm Weight: 8.0kg (17.6lb) IP Rating: IP2X (indoor use only) Ambient Temperature: +5ºC to +40ºC. Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing. Zero 88 - Betapack 4 - Page 20 of 22 Printed: 24/11/2020 14:35:29 ES...
Troubleshooting If you are experiencing problems with Betapack 4, please check the list below for common causes and solutions. If you are unsure how to make any of the checks, please contact Zero 88 technical support for advice or assistance.
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For more urgent requests, please contact Zero 88 by telephone on +44 (0)1633 838088 – 24 hour answer service available. Zero 88 - Betapack 4 - Page 22 of 22 Printed: 24/11/2020 14:35:29 ES...