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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin .............................................................................. 3
Claims ........................................................................................................................ 3
2. Introduction ....................................................................................... 5
3. Setup .................................................................................................. 7
Fuse Replacement ..................................................................................................... 7
Power Linking............................................................................................................. 8
Orientation ................................................................................................................. 9
Rigging ....................................................................................................................... 9
4. Operation ..........................................................................................10
Starting Address ....................................................................................................... 11
DMX Personalities .................................................................................................... 11
14-CH ....................................................................................................................... 12
8-CH ......................................................................................................................... 14
Sound Active Mode .................................................................................................. 15
Automatic Mode ....................................................................................................... 15
Manual Pan/Tilt Operation ....................................................................................... 16
Pan/Tilt Angle Restrict .............................................................................................. 16
Display ..................................................................................................................... 16
Master/Slave Mode .................................................................................................. 17
Reset Software......................................................................................................... 18
Password Channel ................................................................................................... 18
5. Technical Information ......................................................................19
Introduction .............................................................................................................. 22
DMX Configuration ................................................................................................... 23
DMX Connectivity ..................................................................................................... 23
6. Technical Specifications ..................................................................26
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What Is
Included
1 x Intimidator™ Spot LED 350 1 x Power Cord
1 x Warranty Card 1 x Quick Reference Guide
Unpacking
Instructions
Immediately upon receipt, carefully unpack the product and check the container to make sure you have received all the parts indicated above in good condition.
Claims
If the container or the material inside the container (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from shipping, or show signs of mishandling, upon receipt notify the carrier immediately, not CHAUVET®. Failure to do so in a timely manner may invalidate your claim with the carrier. In addition, keep the container and all the packing material 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 seven (7) days of receiving the merchandise.
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
Menu > Settings
A sequence of menu options to be followed
<ENTER>
A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel
ON
A value to be entered or selected
Icons
Icon
Meaning
This paragraph contains critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Failure to comply with this information may render the product partially or completely inoperative, cause damage to the product, or cause harm to the user.
This paragraph contains important installation or configuration information. Failure to comply with this information may prevent the product from functioning correctly.
This paragraph reminds you of useful, although not critical, information.
Document
Information
The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions that may appear in this manual. CHAUVET® reserves the right to update the existing document or to create a new document to correct any errors or omissions.
You can download the latest version of this document from www.chauvetlighting.com.
© Copyright 2011 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of America
Author
Date
Editor
Date
A. Diaz
11/17/11
A. Reiss
11/30/11
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
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Product at a
Glance
Use on Dimmer
Auto Programs
Outdoor Use
Auto-ranging Power Supply
Sound Activated
Replaceable Fuse
DMX
User Serviceable
Master/Slave
Duty Cycle
Safety Notes
Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before working with the product. The Notes include important safety information about installation, usage, and maintenance.
Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.  Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing
the fuse.
Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.  Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.  Never disconnect the product from power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.  If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a
safety cable.
Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating.  Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the
product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
The product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not
expose the product to rain or moisture.
Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50
cm) from adjacent surfaces.
Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.  Never connect the product to a dimmer.  Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.  Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the
hanging/mounting bracket or the handles.
The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate the
product at higher temperatures.
In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.  Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to
damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell the product to another
user, be sure that they also receive this document.
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2. INTRODUCTION
Product Overview
Control Panel and Button Menu
DMX Out
Safety Loop
Fuse Holder
DMX In
Power In
Power Out
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Product Dimensions
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AC Power
The Intimidator™ Spot LED 350 has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range of 100~240 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 (circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
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.
Fuse
Replacement
Follow the instructions below to change the fuse, if necessary.
Disconnect the product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse.
1. Wedge the tip of a flat head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
2. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
3. Remove the blown fuse from the holder and replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.
4. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
The product does not ship with a spare fuse; however, the safety cap has room for a spare.
Installed fuse (held by plastic clip)
Spare fuse holder
(inside safety cap)
Safety cap
3. SETUP
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Power Linking
The product provides power linking via the IEC outlet located in the back of the unit. Please see the diagram below for further explanation.
Power Linking
Diagram
You can power link up to 3 Intimidator™ Spot LED 350 units on 120 VAC or up to 7 Intimidator™ Spot LED 350 units on 230 VAC.
The power linking diagram shown above corresponds to the North American version of the product ONLY! If using the product in other markets, you must consult with the local CHAUVET® distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may differ in your country or region.
1st Product
2nd Product
3rd Product
Other products
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Mounting
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in
the Safety Notes section (page 2 of this manual).
Orientation
The Intimidator™ Spot LED 350 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 purposes.
Make sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting the product
can support the product’s weight. Please see the Technical Specifications section of
this manual for weight information.
When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the
product securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.
When rigging the product onto a truss, you should use a mounting clamp of
appropriate weight capacity. The bracket has a 13 mm hole, which is appropriate for this purpose.
When power linking multiple products, you must always consider the length of the
power linking cable and mount the products close enough for the cable to reach.
The rubber feet also serve as floor supports. When mounting the product on the
floor, make sure that the product and cables are away from people and vehicles.
Mounting Diagram
Rubber Feet (x4)
Safety Loop
Attachment Point
Bracket
Attachment (x2)
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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
<MODE/ESC>
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
Mode
Programming Steps
Description
DMX Mode
001-512
Sets the DMX starting address
Operation
Modes
SLAv (Son)
Slave operating mode
NASL (SLoU)
Automatic Mode, Slow Program
NAFA (FASt)
Automatic Mode, Fast Program
NStS (SrUn)
Sound Active Mode
Pan
Normal Pan
PAn
Normal Pan operation
Inverse Pan
r PAn
Inverse Pan operation
Tilt
Normal Tilt
tiL
Normal Tilt operation
Inverse Tilt
r tiL
Inverse Tilt operation
Display
Normal
Display
diS
Change the LCD display text position
Inverse Display
r diS
Channel Mode
14-Channel
Mode
14CH
Selects the DMX personality
8-Channel
Mode
8CH
Manual Pan
Restrict
Pan 540
PA54
Select Pan angle restrictions
Pan 360
PA36
Pan 180
PA18
Manual Tilt
Restrict
Tilt 270
Ti27
Select Tilt angle restrictions
Tilt 180
Ti18
Tilt 90
Ti 9
Reset
rESt
Resets fixture
Load
LoAd
Load factory defaults
4. OPERATION
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Configuration
(DMX)
Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
3. Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input socket on the product.
Starting Address
When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels the selected DMX mode uses. If you choose a starting address that is too high, you could restrict the access to some of the product’s channels.
The Intimidator™ Spot LED 350 uses up to 14 DMX channels in its 14-channel DMX mode, which defines the highest configurable address to 499.
If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol, you may refer to the DMX Primer section in the Technical Information chapter.
To select the starting address, do the following:
1. Press <MODE/ESC> repeatedly until 001 shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address.
4. Press <ENTER>.
DMX
Personalities
The Intimidator™ Spot LED 350 has two DMX personalities, an 8-channel personality and a 14-channel personality.
To choose which DMX personality to use, follow the steps below:
1. Press <MODE/ESC> repeatedly until either 14CH (to choose the 14-channel personality) or 8CH (to choose the 8-channel personality) shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
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DMX Channel Assignments and Values
14-CH
Channel
Function
Value
Setting
1
Pan
000 255
0-540°
2
Fine Pan
000 255
Fine control of panning
3
Tilt
000 255
0-270°
4
Fine Tilt
000 255
Fine control of tilting
5
Speed
000 255
Pan/Tilt speed (fast to slow)
6
Color Wheel
000 006
White
007 013
Yellow
014 020
Pink
021 027
Green
028 034
Red
035 041
Light Blue
042 048
Kelly Green
049 055
Orange
056 063
Dark Blue
064 070
White + Yellow
071 077
Yellow + Pink
078 084
Pink + Green
085 091
Green + Red
092 098
Red + Light Blue
099 105
Light Blue + Kelly Green
106 112
Kelly Green + Orange
113 119
Orange + Dark Blue
120 127
Dark Blue + White
128 191
Color cycling rainbow with increasing speed
192 255
Reverse color cycling rainbow with increasing speed
7
Gobo Wheel
064 071
Gobo 7 shake, from slow to fast
072 079
Gobo 6 shake, from slow to fast
080 087
Gobo 5 shake, from slow to fast
088 095
Gobo 4 shake, from slow to fast
096 103
Gobo 3 shake, from slow to fast
104 111
Gobo 2 shake, from slow to fast
112 119
Gobo 1 shake, from slow to fast
120 127
Open
128 191
Cycle effect with increasing speed
192 255
Reverse cycle effect with increasing speed
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8
Gobo Rotation
000 063
Indexing
064 147
Rotation effect with increasing speed
148 231
Reverse rotation effect with increasing speed
232 255
Gobo bounce
9
Prism
000 007
Open
008 012
Prism on
013 130
Prism rotation with increasing speed
131 247
Reverse prism rotation with increasing speed
248 255
Prism effect
10
Focus
000 255
Motor focus, zoom out to zoom in
11
Dimmer
000 255
0-100%
12
Shutter
000 003
Closed
004 007
Open
008 076
Strobe effect with increasing speed
077 145
Pulse strobe
146 215
Random shutter
216 255
Open
13
Control Functions
000 007
No function
008 015
Blackout while pan/tilt moving
016 023
Blackout while moving color wheel
024 031
Blackout while moving gobo wheel
032 039
Disable blackout while pan/tilt/moving color wheel
040 047
Disable blackout while pan/tilt/moving gobo wheel
048 055
Disable blackout while moving all options
056 095
No function
096 103
Reset pan
104 111
Reset tilt
112 119
Reset color wheel
120 127
Reset gobo wheel
128 135
Reset gobo rotation
136 143
Reset prism
144 151
Reset focus
152 159
Reset all channels
160 255
No function
14
Auto Programs
000 007
No function
008 023
Auto program 1
024 039
Auto program 2
040 055
Auto program 3
056 071
Auto program 4
072 087
Auto program 5
088 103
Auto program 6
104 119
Auto program 7
120 135
Auto program 8
136 151
Sound controlled program 1
152 167
Sound controlled program 2
168 183
Sound controlled program 3
184 199
Sound controlled program 4
200 215
Sound controlled program 5
216 231
Sound controlled program 6
232 247
Sound controlled program 7
248 255
Sound controlled program 8
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8-CH
Channel
Function
Value
Setting
1
Pan
000 255
0-540°
2
Tilt
000 255
0-270°
3
Color Wheel
000 006
White
007 013
Yellow
014 020
Pink
021 027
Green
028 034
Red
035 041
Light Blue
042 048
Kelly Green
049 055
Orange
056 063
Dark Blue
064 070
White + Yellow
071 077
Yellow + Pink
078 084
Pink + Green
085 091
Green + Red
092 098
Red + Light Blue
099 105
Light Blue + Kelly Green
106 112
Kelly Green + Orange
113 119
Orange + Dark Blue
120 127
Dark Blue + White
128 191
Color cycling rainbow with increasing speed
192 255
Reverse color cycling with increasing speed
4
Gobo Wheel
064 071
Gobo 7 shake, from slow to fast
072 079
Gobo 6 shake, from slow to fast
080 087
Gobo 5 shake, from slow to fast
088 095
Gobo 4 shake, from slow to fast
096 103
Gobo 3 shake, from slow to fast
104 111
Gobo 2 shake, from slow to fast
112 119
Gobo 1 shake, from slow to fast
120 127
Open
128 191
Cycle effect with increasing speed
192 255
Reverse cycle effect with increasing speed
5
Gobo Rotation
000 063
Indexing
064 147
Rotation effect with increasing speed
148 231
Reverse rotation effect with increasing speed
232 255
Gobo bounce
6
Prism
000 007
Open
008 012
Prism on
013 130
Prism rotation with increasing speed
131 247
Reverse prism rotation with increasing speed
248 255
Prism effect
7
Focus
000 255
Motor focus, zoom out to zoom in
8
Shutter
000 003
Closed
004 007
Open
008 076
Strobe effect with increasing speed
077 145
Pulse strobe
146 215
Random shutter
216 255
Open
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Configuration
(Standalone)
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode (either Automatic or Sound) 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.
Sound Active
Mode
To enable the Sound Active mode, do the following:
1. Press <MODE/ESC> repeatedly until one of the following shows on the display: NASl, NAFA, NStS, SLAv
2. Press <UP> or <DOWN> to select NStS.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Turn the music on and adjust the microphone sensitivity knob until the product starts responding to the beat of the music.
The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).
Automatic Mode
To enable the Automatic Mode, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MODE/ESC> repeatedly until one of the following shows on the display: NASl, NAFA, NStS, SLAv
2. Press <UP> or <DOWN> to select NASl (for a slow light show) or NAFA (for a fast light show).
3. Press <ENTER>.
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Manual Pan/Tilt
Operation
To select whether you want the Intimidator™ Spot LED 350 to operate with normal
panning or inverted panning, do the following:
1. Press <MODE/ESC> repeatedly until PAn shows on the display.
2. Press <UP> or <DOWN> to select normal pan operation (PAn) or inverse pan operation (r PAn).
3. Press <ENTER>.
To select whether you want the Intimidator™ Spot LED 350 to operate with normal tilting
or inverted tilting, do the following:
1. Press <MODE/ESC> repeatedly until tiL shows on the display.
2. Press <UP> or <DOWN> to select normal pan operation (tiL) or inverse pan operation (r tiL).
3. Press <ENTER>.
Pan/Tilt Angle
Restrict
You are able to restrict the pan and tilt angles on the Intimidator™ Spot LED 350 to achieve the effect you like.
To select which pan angle to use, do the following:
1. Press <MODE/ESC> repeatedly until PA54 shows on the display.
2. Press <UP> or <DOWN> to select either 540° (PA54), 360° (PA36) or 180° (PA18).
3. Press <ENTER>.
To select which tilt angle to use, do the following:
1. Press <MODE/ESC> repeatedly until Ti27 shows on the display.
2. Press <UP> or <DOWN> to select either 270° (Ti27), 180° (Ti18) or 90° (Ti 9).
3. Press <ENTER>.
Display
You are able to flip the LED display for easy readability in any mounting situation.
To select your display angle:
1. Press <MODE/ESC> repeatedly until diS shows on the display.
2. Press <UP> or <DOWN> to select normal display mode (diS) or inverse display mode (r diS).
3. Press <ENTER>.
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Master/Slave
Mode
The Master/Slave mode allows a single Intimidator™ Spot LED 350 unit (the “master”) to control the actions of one or more Intimidator™ Spot LED 350 units (the “slaves”) without the need of a DMX controller. The master unit will be set to operate in either Automatic or Sound Active mode, while the slave units will be set to operate in Slave Mode. Once set and connected, the slave units will operate in unison with the master unit.
Configure the units as indicated below.
Slave units:
1. Press <MODE/ESC> repeatedly until SLAv shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> to accept.
3. Set the DMX address to 001.
4. Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master unit.
5. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave units to the DMX output of the previous slave unit.
6. Finish setting and connecting all the slave units.
Master unit:
1. Set the master unit to operate in either Automatic or Sound mode.
2. Make the master unit the first unit in the DMX daisy chain.
Configure all the slave units before connecting the master unit to the DMX
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 unit.
Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master unit.
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Miscellaneous Operations
Reset Software
To reset the software on the Intimidator™ Spot LED 350, do the following:
1. Press <MODE/ESC> repeatedly until rESt shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>. The product will reset all settings in the software to the default factory settings.
Password
Channel
The Intimidator™ Spot LED 350 contains a password-protected mode which allows you to calibrate and troubleshoot any small issues you may have during normal operation.
In order to access this mode, do the following:
1. Press and hold <MODE/ESC> for at least 10 seconds.
2. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to enter the password: 2323.
3. Press <ENTER>.
In this mode you have several options for adjustment.
Parameter
Programming Steps
Description
Pan Adjust
P128
Manually adjust the pan angle
Tilt Adjust
t128
Manually adjust the tilt angle
Gobo Wheel Adjust
G128
Manually adjust the gobo wheel
Color Wheel Adjust
C128
Manually adjust the color wheel
Focus Adjust
F128
Manually adjust the focus
Prism Adjust
L000
Manually adjust the prism
Lamp Brightness Adjust
d000
Manually adjust the starting brightness of the lamp
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Product
Maintenance
Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduction of the light source’s life. To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, you should clean your 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 cold.
Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on
the external surface/vents.
Clean all glass/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 glass/transparent surface.
Gently polish the glass/transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
Always dry the glass/transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.
5. TECHNICAL INFORMATION
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General Troubleshooting
Symptom
Possible Cause
Possible Action
Circuit breaker or fuse keeps blowing
Excessive load on the circuit
Make sure that the total load does not
exceed 80% of the breaker or fuse nominal current
Short circuit along the power lines
Check the power lines and power cords
Product does not power up
No energy on power outlet
Check power outlet  Change to another outlet
Loose or damaged power cord
Check the power cord
Blown fuse
Replace blown fuse with a good one of
the same type and rating
Internal problem
Send product for repair
Product does not respond to DMX
Wrong starting address on the
product
Set the correct starting address on the
product
Use the right fader(s) on the controller
Wrong DMX personality on the
product
Set the correct DMX product’s
personality
Assign the faders accordingly
Wrong polarity setting on the DMX
controller
Change the signal polarity on the
controller
Loose or damaged DMX cable
Check the DMX cable before the faulty
unit
Internal problem
Send product for repair
Intermittent DMX Problems
Signal cables are not DMX
compatible
Replace non DMX cables with true
DMX cables
Interference with AC or radio
signals
Keep DMX cables away from AC wires
or radio equipment
DMX cable too long
Install an optically coupled DMX
amplifier right before the product with intermittent problems
Too many products connected
Install an optically coupled DMX
amplifier after unit #32
Terminator not connected
Install a terminator, as indicated in the
DMX Primer section.
If you still experience problems after trying the above solutions, contact CHAUVET® Technical Support.
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Contact
Procedure
In case you need to return a product or request support, follow the procedure below:
If you live in the US, contact CHAUVET® World Headquarters (see below). If you live in the UK or Ireland, contact CHAUVET® Europe Ltd.(see below). If you live in any other country, DO NOT contact CHAUVET®. Instead, contact your
distributor of record. Refer to our Web site for contact details of distributors outside the US, United Kingdom, or Ireland.
CHAUVET®
Contact
Information
World Headquarters
CHAUVET® General Information
Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue Sunrise, FL 33351 Voice: (954) 929-1115 Fax: (954) 929-5560 Toll free: (800) 762-1084
United Kingdom & Ireland
CHAUVET® Europe Ltd. General Information
Address: Unit 1C Brookhill Road Industrial Estate Pinxton, Nottingham, UK NG16 6NT Voice: +44 (0)1773 511115
Fax: +44 (0)1773 511110
Technical Support
Voice: (954) 929-1115 (Press 4) Fax: (954) 756-8015
Email: tech@chauvetlighting.com
Technical Support
Email: uktech@chauvetlighting.com
World Wide Web
www.chauvetlighting.com
World Wide Web
www.chauvetlighting.co.uk
If you live outside the US, United Kingdom, or Ireland, contact your distributor of record and follow their instructions on how to return CHAUVET® products to them. Visit our Web site for contact details.
Returning Products to CHAUVET®
Call the corresponding CHAUVET® Tech Support office and request a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the return.
You must send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, and with its original packing and accessories. CHAUVET® will not issue call tags.
Clearly label the package with the RMA number. CHAUVET® will refuse any product returned without an RMA number.
Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label. DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box.
Before sending the product, clearly write the following information on a piece of paper and place it inside the box:
Your name  Your address  Your phone number  The RMA number  A brief description of the problem
Be sure to pack the product properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging will be your responsibility. As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double­boxing is always a safe method to use.
CHAUVET® reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned product(s).
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Introduction
The DMX protocol (USITT DMX512-A) is a networking protocol that enables a universal DMX controller device to control the features of multiple DMX compatible fixtures, whether PAR cans, wash lights, moving heads, followspots, foggers, or proprietary fixture controllers, etc.
As any other networking protocol, the USITT DMX512-A describes the physical medium, the signals, and the functions they control.
The Physical Medium
DMX compatible fixtures are connected to the DMX controller using a DMX connection. This connection consists of a series of wired connections between the DMX controller and the various DMX compatible fixtures, also known as a daisy chain connection. In this type of connection, the DATA OUT of one fixture or the DMX controller connects to the DATA IN of the next fixture, and so on.
Each DMX fixture links to the previous and next DMX fixture or controller using a DMX cable. This type of cable consists of a section of shielded, two­conductor twisted pair cable with one 3-pin or 5-pin XLR male connector on one end, and a 3-pin or 5-pin XLR female connector on the other end. The
XLR connectors pin-out is as follows: pin 1 is the Common (shield), pin 2 is Signal Negative (S-), and pin 3 is Signal Positive (S+).
Note: For DMX, pins 4 and 5 are not used.
The Signals
The DMX signal stream is unidirectional from the DMX controller to the DMX compatible fixtures. These signals conform to the EIA-485 standard.
The stream of DMX signals consists of 512 individual, sequential channels that form a frame. The DMX controller constantly sends frames of DMX signals to the DMX connection, even if not all of the 512 channels are in use.
Because of this constant transmission method, there can be only one DMX controller in a DMX connection. If not, the DMX signals sent by one controller would interfere with the signals sent by the other controller(s).
DMX Universes
A DMX universe is the set of DMX compatible fixtures connected to the same DMX daisy chain using the same set of 512 DMX channels. Each set of 512 channels is referred to as a DMX Universe.
In most cases, an installation will consist of only one DMX universe. However, you might find it necessary to define two or more universes because of constrains imposed by distance or the number of features.
Most DMX controllers support only one universe, although some DMX controllers may support two or more universes. Each universe will have its own separated DMX daisy chain. A DMX compatible fixture can only be part of a single DMX universe.
The Functions
Each DMX channel can have any unitary value in the 000~255 range. Each DMX compatible fixture uses as many consecutive DMX channels as features the user can control. The sequential numbers assigned to each DMX channel (1~512) are also known as DMX addresses.
The function each DMX channel has, and the results of assigning a value to each depend on the personality (or DMX channel layout) of each controlled fixture. Some fixtures only use a single DMX channel, while others may require 15 or more DMX channels to control all their functions. Personalities
are discussed in the next section, DMX Configuration.
DMX Primer
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DMX Configuration
The DMX fixture configuration consists in determining how many channels each fixture will need as well as assigning the corresponding DMX channels to each fixture in order to size correctly the DMX controller.
Personalities
A DMX personality describes what channel or channels control which fixture parameters. A DMX fixture may have many personalities to choose from. Each personality requires a different number of channels, based on the number of features the fixture enables. The number of DMX channels used by a fixture may vary from only one (usually the general dimmer control) to 15 or more.
When a job does not require using all the fixture’s capabilities, the user can select a more basic personality (less channels), allowing the D MX controller to accommodate more DMX fixtures.
Starting Address
For the DMX controller to control each DMX fixture, the user must first configure each fixture’s personality to determine the number of channels required to control the fixture. Each channel will have a DMX address assigned to it.
However, since assigning a particular DMX address to each channel is impractical, the user will only need to configure the DMX address on each fixture that corresponds to the fixture’s first channel of control. This is the fixture’s starting address. The fixture will automatically assign the other channels to the subsequent DMX addresses.
Once this assignment is complete, and based on the number of channels used, the fixture will respond to the DMX signals sent to the range of DMX channels that begins with the starting address.
For example, a fixture that uses six DMX channels with a starting address of 100, will accept DMX data sent by the DMX controller to channels 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, and 105.
Assigning Addresses
The user must carefully assign the starting addresses for each individual fixture to avoid DMX channel overlapping. If the DMX channels do overlap, the impacted fixtures could operate erratically.
However, the user may decide to configure two or more similar fixtures with the same personality and starting address. In this case, all the fixtures with the same starting address will operate in unison.
DMX Connectivity
Connecting the DMX fixtures to a DMX controller in small to medium installations is usually a rather simple operation that requires a minimum of tools and some planning (not including the actual fixture rigging and configuration).
However, in large installations it may be necessary to plan carefully the position and cabling of each fixture to avoid unexpected problems.
Fixture Location
The order in which the fixtures connect to the DMX controller is not important and has no effect on how a controller communicates to each fixture. However, the user should always define a physical location for the fixtures that provides for the easiest and most direct cabling to the controller and other fixtures.
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(DMX Connectivity cont.)
Number of Fixtures
When using a DMX controller, the combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on the DMX daisy chain determines the number of fixtures the DMX controller has to support. Conversely, the number of onboard sliders, page buttons, and fixture buttons limits the number of discrete DMX channels a DMX controller can support.
To comply with the EIA-485 standard, which is the base for the USITT DMX512-A protocol, do not connect more than 32 fixtures without using an optically-isolated DMX splitter. Doing otherwise may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal.
DMX Data Cabling
You must use DMX compliant data cables to link two or more DMX compatible fixtures. You may purchase CHAUVET® certified DMX cables directly from a dealer/distributor or construct your own cable.
USITT recommends limiting the total length of the DMX cable (from the first fixture/controller to the last fixture) to 300~455 m (985~1,500 ft).
Making Your Own
DMX Cable
If you choose to create your own DMX cable, make sure to use data-grade cables that can carry a high frequency signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference. Use a Belden® 9841 or equivalent cable, which meets the specifications for EIA RS-485 applications. For certain applications, Cat5, Cat5e, or Cat6 may be appropriate.
Do not use standard microphone cables for DMX applications because they cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances.
DMX Cable Characteristics
The DMX data cable must have the following characteristics:
Type: shielded, 2-conductor twisted pair Maximum capacitance between conductors: 30 pF/ft Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield: 55 pF/ft Maximum resistance: 20 ohms/1000 ft Nominal impedance: 100~140 ohms
DMX Cable Connectors
Each DMX cable must have a male (3-pin or 5-pin XLR connector) on one end and a female (3-pin or 5-pin XLR connector) on the other end.
To avoid signal transmission problems and interference, connect a DMX signal terminator to the last fixture in the DMX daisy chain, as shown.
To DMX Input
(Female)
DMX Connector Configuration
Common
DMX +
DMX -
1 3 2
1
3
2
To DMX Output
(Male)
120 ohm, ¼ W resistor between pin 2 (DMX -) and pin 3 (DMX +) on the output of the last fixture.
1
3
2
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(DMX Connectivity cont.)
Test all DMX cables with an ohmmeter to verify their correct polarity and to make sure that there are no short-circuits between any of the pins, or between any pin and ground.
If the common wire (shield) touches the chassis ground, a ground loop could form, which may cause the fixture to perform erratically.
3-Pin to 5-Pin
Conversion Chart
If you use a DMX controller or fixture with a 5-pin DMX connector, you will need to use a 5-pin to 3-pin adapter. The chart below details a proper cable conversion.
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart
Conductor
3-Pin Female (Output)
5-Pin Male (Input)
Ground/Shield
Pin 1
Pin 1
Negative (-) signal
Pin 2
Pin 2
Positive (+) signal
Pin 3
Pin 3
Not Used
Pin 4
Not Used
Pin 5
DMX Connection
Make sure that the fixtures with which you are working can operate in DMX mode, not in a proprietary connection mode. Refer to the fixtures’ manual to learn how to enable their respective DMX modes.
The procedure below illustrates a possible DMX connection method.
1. Connect the 3-pin, male connector of the first DMX cable to the DMX Output connector (3-pin, female) of the DMX controller.
2. Connect the 3-pin, female connector of the first DMX cable coming from the controller to the DMX Input connector (3-pin, male) of the first DMX fixture.
3. Connect the 3-pin, male connector of the second DMX cable to the DMX Output connector (3-pin, female) of the first DMX fixture.
4. Connect the 3-pin, female connector of the second DMX cable coming from the first DMX fixture to the DMX Input connector of the second DMX compatible fixture.
5. Continue linking the other DMX fixtures in the same way.
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Dimensions and
Weight
Length
Width
Height
Weight
10.6 in (268 mm)
13.4 in (340 mm)
15.4 in (392 mm)
22.7 lbs (10.3 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
Switching (internal)
100~240 V, 50/60 Hz
Auto-ranging
Parameter
120 V, 60 Hz
230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption
272 W
285 W
Operating
2.2 A
1.2 A
Power linking units
3 units
7 units
Fuse
F 3 A, 250 V
F 3 A, 250 V
Power I/O
US/Worldwide
UK/Europe
Power input connector
IEC
IEC
Power output connector
Edison
IEC
Power Cord plug
Edison (US)
Local plug
Light Source
Type
Power
Lifespan
LED
70 W (17 A)
50,000 hours
Color
Quantity
Current
White
1
350 mA
Photo Optic
Parameter
Illuminance (12°)
9490 lx
Zoom angle
12-17º
Strobe Rate
0-20 Hz
Pan & Tilt
540°
270°
Pan/Tilt Ranges
540°, 360°, 180°
Pan
270°, 180°, 90°
Tilt
Gobo Size
24 mm outside
20 mm image
1.1 mm thickness
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
Cooling System
104° F (40° C)
Convection
DMX
I/O Connectors
Connector Type
Channel Range
3-pin XLR
Sockets
8, 14
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
Item Number
Intimidator™ Spot LED 350
08010463
INTSPOTLED350
6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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