Chauvet 56-24UVB User Manual
LED PAR 56-24UVB
User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED ................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................... 3
MANUAL CONVENTIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 3
ICONS .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................................... 5
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................................................ 5
3. SETUP ............................................................................................................................................................................... 6
AC POWER........................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Power Linking........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
MOUNTING ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Orientation ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Rigging ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................................................................... 8
CONFIGURING THE STARTING ADDRESS .................................................................................................................................................. 8
CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Menu Map ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
DMX Operation ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Master/Slave Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode) ..................................................................................................................................................... 9
Automatic ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Sound-Active .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Static Dimmer ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
DMX CHANNEL VALUES ...................................................................................................................................................................... 10
5. APPENDIX ....................................................................................................................................................................... 11
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................................................................................. 11
DMX PRIMER ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
FIXTURE LINKING (DAISY CHAIN) .......................................................................................................................................................... 12
DATA CABLING .................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
DMX Data Cable .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
CABLE CONNECTORS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 13
SETTING THE STARTING ADDRESS ........................................................................................................................................................ 13
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart ............................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Setting up a DMX Daisy Chain .............................................................................................................................................................................. 14
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................................................................................... 15
RETURNS PROCEDURE ........................................................................................................................................................................ 15
CLAIMS .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................................... 16
CONTACT US ..................................................................................................................................................................... 17
CHAUVET®,2010,AllRightsReserved
InformationandspecificationsinthisUserManualaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice.CHAUVET®assumesno
responsibilityorliabilityforanyerrorsorinaccuraciesthatmayappearinthismanual.
Rev02
1. B
EFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
• 1 x LED PAR 56-24UVB
• 1 x Gel Holder
• 1 x Warranty Card
• 1 x User Manual
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure
that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper
immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from
shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing
materials. In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture
be returned in the original factory box and packing.
Manual Conventions
CHAUVET® manuals use the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information
from the regular text.
C
ONVENTION
<Menu> A key to be pressed on the fixture’s control panel
1~512 A range of values
50/60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen
Settings
MENU >
Settings
[10] A DIP switch to be configured
A menu option not to be modified (for example, showing the operating
mode/current status)
A sequence of menu options to be followed
ON A value to be entered or selected
Icons
This manual uses the following icons to indicate information that requires special attention on the
part of the user.
I
CONS
M
EANING
M
EANING
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This paragraph contains critical installation, configuration or operation
information. Failure to comply with this information may render the fixture
partially or completely inoperative, cause damage to the fixture or cause
harm to the user.
This paragraph contains important installation or configuration information.
Failure to comply with this information may prevent the fixture from
functioning correctly.
This paragraph reminds you of useful, although not critical, information.
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Safety Instructions
Please read these instructions carefully. It includes important information
about the installation, usa
• Please keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another
user, be sure that they also receive this instruction booklet.
• Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line
voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel
of the fixture.
• This product is intended for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not
expose fixture to rain or moisture.
• Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating.
• The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm)
from adjacent surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.
• Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to
replace with same fuse source.
• Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain.
• Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate fixture at
temperatures higher than this.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try
to repair the unit by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to
damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance
center.
• Never connect the device to a dimmer pack.
• Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
• Never carry the fixture directly from the cord. Always use the hanging/mounting
bracket.
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.
e and maintenance of this product.
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2. INTRODUCTION
Product Overview
Microphone
Control Panel
(LED display)
Microphone Sensitivity
Adjustment Knob
Fuseholder
DMX In
Power Input
Attachment Bolt (not
meant to be adjusted)
Power Output
Power Output
DMX Out
Bracket
Adjustment Knob
Hanging/mounting
(13 mm hole)
Gel Frame
Release
Gel Frame
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Bracket
ustment Knob
3. S
ETUP
AC Power
Power Linking
This fixture runs on 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Before powering on the unit, make sure the line
voltage to which you are connecting it is within the range of accepted voltages.
To determine the power requirements for a particular fixture, see the label affixed to the back
plate of the fixture or refer to the fixture’s specifications chart. A fixture’s listed current rating
indicates its average current draw under normal conditions.
Always connect the fixture to a switched circuit. Never connect the fixture to a rheostat
(variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used only
as a 0 to 100% switch.
Always connect the fixture to a circuit with a suitable electrical ground.
This fixture contains power linking via the Edison outlet located in front of the power input cable.
Please see the diagram below for further explanation.
The maximum quantity of LED PAR 56-24UVB that may be linked is 18.
The power linking
ONLY! Therefore, it is the customer’s responsibility to check with the Dealer/Distributor
regarding power linking on the local version of the pr oduct. Connections and availability
may change, depending on the power requirements and/or regulations of each
country/region.
Fixture 1 Fixture 2 Fixture 3
Additional power
link out
shown in this document is for the Chauvet® North American version
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