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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. BE FORE Y OU BEGIN ............................................................................................................................................................ 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED ...................................................................................................................................................................... 3
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................................... 3
CLAIMS ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 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. OPER ATING INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................................................................. 8
CONFIGURING THE STARTING ADDRESS .......................................................................................................................................... 8
DMX Operation ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Master/Slave Mode (Standalone) ................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Standalone .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
DMX CHANNEL VALUES ............................................................................................................................................................... 8
5. APPENDIX .............................................................................................................................................................................. 9
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
DMX PRIMER ........................................................................................................................................................................... 10
FIXTURE LINKING (DAISY CHAIN).................................................................................................................................................. 10
DATA CABLING .......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
DMX Data Cable ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
CABLE CONNECTORS ................................................................................................................................................................. 11
SETTING THE STARTING ADDRESS ............................................................................................................................................... 11
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart ................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Setting up a DMX Daisy Chain ................................................................................................................................................................... 12
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................................ 13
RETURNS PROCEDURE ............................................................................................................................................................... 13
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................. 14
CONTACT US ........................................................................................................................................................................... 15
© Copyright 2013 CHAUVET®, All R ights Reser ved
Information and specifications in this User Manual are subject to change without notice.
CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear
in this manual.
Alberto Diaz
2 by AL
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is Included
• 1 x Abyss™ LED 3.0
• 1 x User Manual
Unpac ki ng Instru cti o ns
Immediately upon rec eiving a fixture, c arefully unpack the cart on . C heck the contents to ensure
that all parts are included and received in good c ondition.
Claims
If the container or the material inside the container (this product and any access or y included)
Manual Conventions
CHAUVET® manuals us e the f ollowing conventions to differentiate certain types of informati on
from regular text.
Settings
Icons
This manual us es the following icons to indicate inf ormation requiring special attention.
• 1 x Power Cord
• 1 x Warranty Card
appears damaged from shipping or shows signs of mishandling, contact the shipper immediately,
not CHAUVET®, upon receipt. Failur e to do so in a timely manner may invalidate your claim with
the carrier. In addition, retain the container and all the packing material for inspection.
For other is sues, such as missing c omponents or parts, damage not related to shipping, or
concealed damage, you should make claims to CHAUVET® within seven (7) days of receiving
the merchandis e.
M
CONVENTION
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[10] A DIP switch to be c onfigured
<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 >
A menu option not to be modified (f or example, showing the operating
mode/current status)
A sequence of menu options to be f ollowed
ON A value to be entered or selected
M
ICONS
This paragraph contains critic al installation, configuration or operation
information. Failure to comply with this information may r ender the fixture
EANING
partially or completely inoperative, cause damage to the fixture, or cause
harm to the user.
This paragraph contains important installation or configuration inf ormation.
Failure to comply with this information may prevent the fixture from
functioning correctly.
This paragraph reminds you of useful information.
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Safety Instructions
• Please keep this User Manual for future ref erenc e. If you s ell the unit to another user,
Please read these instructions c arefully. It includes important information
about the installation, usage, and maintenance of this product.
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 f ixture to rain or moisture.
• Make sur e there are no flammable materials close to the product while operating.
• The product 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 fr om power source(s) before servicing or replacing the fuse, and be
sure to replace with s ame fuse source.
• Secure fixture to a f as tening devic e using a s afety chain.
• Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate this product at
temperatures higher than this.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try
to repair the unit yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage
or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance c enter.
• Never connect the device to a dimmer pack.
• Make sur e the power c ord is never crimped or damaged.
• Never disc onnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
• Never carry the product directly from the cord. Always use the hanging/mounting
bracket.
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
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2. INTRODUCTION
Product Overview
DMX In
DMX O ut
DIP Switches
Bracket
Saf et y
Bracket
Power In
Mounting Bracket
Power Out
Fuse holder
Adjustment Knob
Adjustment Knob
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3. SETUP
AC Power
indicates its average current draw under normal conditions.
as a 0 to 100% swit c h.
Please s ee the diagram below for further explanation.
The power linking shown in this document is for the Chauvet® North American version
country/region.
Additional power
Fixture #1
Fixture #2
Fixture #3
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 is within the range of acc epted 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 specific ations chart. A fixture’s listed current rating
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
Always conne ct the fixt ure to a circuit wi th a suit abl e el ectri ca l ground.
Power Linking
This fixture contains power linking via the Edison outlet located in front of the power input cable.
The maximum qu antit y of Abyss™ LED 3.0 fixtures that may be linked is 24 units at 120 V
and 37 units at 230 V.
ONLY! Therefore, it is the customer’s responsibility to check with the Dealer/Distributor
regarding power linking on the local version of the product. Connections and availability
may change, depending on the power requirements and/or regulations of each
link out
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Mounting
Orientation
The Abyss™ LED 3.0 may be mounted in any position, provided ther e is adequate room for
ventilation.
Rigging
Be sure that the structure can support the weight of the fixture. P lease see the “Technical
• Safety cables must always be us ed.
Mounting
bracket
Do not use a tool on
adjustment knob
Manual focus
adjustment
Specific ations” section of this manual for a detailed weight listing. Mount the fixtur e securely. This
may be done with a screw, nut and bolt, or a hanging clamp. The hole in each bracket is 13 mm
in size. When rigging consider routine maintenance and control panel access. Pleas e see the
following notes on installation.
• If the power link out is intended to be used with multiple fixture, take into account the
length of each power cable, and mount the fixtures close enough to one another to
accommodate for this.
• When aiming the fixtures, you may use the bracket adjustment knob. Loosen the knob,
adjust to the desired angle, and then tighten the knob by turning clockwise. D o not use
tools for this step, as it may caus e damage.
the bracket
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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Configuring the Starting Address
The Abyss™ LED 3.0 fixture us es two DMX channels. The highest c hannel that the fixture may
section in the “Appendix”.
DMX Operation
This is the operating mode which will allow for control with an external DMX contr oller. You must
10 = On
Master/Slave Mo de (Standalone)
Slave 1, 10 = On
Standalone
This fixture has preprogrammed operating modes. These are accessed via the DIP switches on
Mode
DIP switches
If you desire a specific stati c col or, su ch as yellow, then switch t he unit into a mode where
fixture into a mode that does NOT have the color wheel movi ng. (DIP switch [1] or [2])
DMX Channel Values
CHANNEL
VALUE
FUNCTION
000 ó 255
Dimmer
0%~100%
192 ó 255
Control
Water effect static, color static
be set to in order to function properly is 511. Any address higher than this will prevent access to
all of the channels. If this is your first time using DMX, we recommend reading the “DMX Primer”
set the starting address for this mode.
This mode allows a single unit to auto change in Standalone Mode.
Turn switch to the Slave position on the slave units, and they will react the s ame as the Master.
The Master must be s et to standalone mode.
the back of the fixture.
DIP switch [10] must be OFF in this mode.
Please s ee the chart below for further explanation.
Mode DIP switches
DMX 1~9 = s et to the DMX starting address
Mode DIP switches
W ater effect rotating, color rotating
Water effect static, color rotating
W ater effect rotating, c ol or static
Water effect static, color static
1 = ON
2 = ON
3 = ON
4 = ON
The DIP switches will not work together. Only use one out of the 4 modes li st e d above!
the color wheel is moving. When the color wheel rotates to the desired color, switch the
1
000 ó 063
064 ó 127
2
128 ó 191
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W ater eff ect rotating, color rotating
Water eff ec t static, color rotating
W ater effect rotating, c ol or static
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5. APPENDIX
General Troubleshooting
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
POSSIBLE ACTION(S)
• Check total load placed on the
electric al circuit.
• N o power
• Check f or power on Mains.
• Check Control Panel and unit
addressing
• D amaged DMX cables
• C heck DMX c ables
• W rong polarity settings on the
controller
• Check polarity switch settings on
the controller
• Loose DMX cables
• Check cable connections
• F ault y D MX in t erf ac e
• R ep lace DMX input
• Faulty Main PCB
• R eplace Main PC B
• N on DM X cables
• Use only DMX compatible cables
• B ouncing signals
• Install terminator as suggested.
• Install amplifier right after fixture
with strong signal.
• Install an optic ally coupled DMX
splitter after unit #32.
• K eep DMX cables separated from
power cables or black lights.
Breaker/Fuse
keeps blowing
Device does not
power up
Fixture is not
responding to D MX
Loss of signal
If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET®
Technical Supp or t.
• E xcessive circuit load
• Short circuit along the power
wir es
• Loose power cord • C heck power cor d
• W rong DMX addressing
• Long cable / Low level signal
• T oo many fixtures
• Interfer ence from AC wires
• Check for a short in the electrical
wiring (internal and/or external).
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DMX Primer
pin 3 is Data positive (S+).
Fixture Linking (Dai s y Chai n)
of fixtures the data link can support.
Maximum recommended cable distance: 500 m (1640 ft)
Maximum recommended numb er of fixtures on a daisy chain: 32
Data Cabling
prone to electr omagnetic interference.
DMX Data Cable
Type: shielded, 2-conductor twisted pair
Nomina l imp edance: 100 ~ 140 o hms
There are 512 channels in a DMX con nect ion. A fixture c apable of receiving DMX will require one
or a number of sequential channels. The user must assign a starting address on the fixture that
indicates the first channel reserved in the controller. There are many different types of DMX
controllable fixtures and they all may vary in the total number of channels required. Choosing a
start address should be planned in advance. Channels should never overlap. If they do, this will
result in erratic operation of the fixtur es whose starting address is set incorrectly. You c an
however, control multiple fixtures of the same type using the same starting address as long as the
intended result is that of unis on movement or operation. In other wor ds, the fixtures will all
respond exactly the s ame.
DMX fixtures are designed to receive data through a daisy chain. A dais y chain connection is
where the DATA OUT of one fixture connects to the DATA IN of the next fixture. The order in
which the fixtures are connected is not important and has no effect on how a controller
communic ates to each fixture. Us e an order that provides f or the easiest and most direct c abling.
Connect fixtures using shielded two conductor twist ed pair DMX data cable with three pin XLR
male to female connectors. The shield connection is pin 1, while pin 2 is Data Negative (S-) and
You will need a dais y c hain to run light shows of one or mor e fixtures using a DMX controller or to
run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a master/slave operating mode. T he
combined number of channels requir ed by all the fixtures on a daisy chain determines the number
To comply with the EIA-485 standard, do not connect more than 32 fixtures on one daisy
chain. Conne ctin g more than 32 fixtures on on e daisy chain without the use of a DMX
optically-isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal.
To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables. You can purchase CHAUVET® certified
DMX cabl es direct l y f rom a dealer/distributor or c onstruct your own cable. If you choose to create
your own c able please use data-grade cables that can carry a high qualit y signal and are less
Use a Belden© 9841 or equivalent c able which meets the specifications for EIA RS-485
applications. Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distanc es.
The cable must have the following characteristics:
Maximum capacitance between conductors: 30 pF/ft
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield: 55 pF/ft
Maximum resistance: 20 ohms/1000 ft
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Cable Connectors
Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR
connect or on the other end.
Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding
grounded or shorted to the shield or each other.
Setting the Starting Address
information that will help you understand its use.
COMMON
DMX +
DMX -
INPUT
OUTPUT
1
3
2 1 3
2
1
3
2
120 ohm ¼ W resistor
of the last fixture
To avoid signal transmission problems
and interference, it is always advisable to
connect a DMX signal terminator.
DMX connector configuration
Terminator
between pin 2 (DMX -) and
pin 3 (DMX +) on the output
the common can cause a ground loop, and your fixture may perform erratically. Test
cables with an ohm meter to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not
This DMX mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. Each fixture requires a
start address f rom 1~512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to r ead the
data on the channel indicated by the start address. For example, a fixture that uses six DMX
channels and was addressed to start on DMX channel 100, would read data from channels: 100,
101, 102, 103, 104, and 105. Choos e start address es so that the channels used do not overlap,
and note the start address selected for future reference.
If this is your first time addressing a fixture using the DMX control protocol, we suggest jumping
to the “A ppendix” section and reading the heading “D MX Primer”. It contains very useful
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3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart
If you use a controller with a 5-pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5-pin to
3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART
Conductor
3-Pin Female (Output)
5-Pin Male (Input)
Ground/Shield
Pin 1
Pin 1
Data ( - ) signal
Pin 2
Pin 2
Data ( + ) signal
Pin 3
Pin 3
Not used
Pin 4
Not used
Pin 5
Setting up a DMX Daisy Chain
1. Connect the (male) 3-pin connector side of
Connect the end of the cable coming from the
Universal DMX Controller
Continue the link
This drawing
fixture.
3-pin adapter. The chart below details a proper cable conversion:
the DMX cable t o the output (female) 3-pin
connect or of the controller.
2.
controller which will have a (female) 3-pin
connect or to the input connector of the next
fixture consisting of a (male) 3-pin connector.
3. Then, proceed to connect from the output as
stated above to the input of the f ollowing
fixture and so on.
provides a general
illustration of the
DMX input/output
panel of a lighting
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General Maintenance
least every 20 days. Clean t he fixture at least every 30/60 days.
Returns Procedure
use its own discretion to repair or replace product(s).
1) Your name
5) A brief description of the symptoms
To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, fixtures should be cleaned fr equently.
Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining frequenc y. As a general rule,
fixtures should be cleaned at least twic e a month. Dust build up reduces light output performance
and can cause overheating. This c an lead to reduced life and increased mechanical wear. Be
sure to power off fixture before conducting maintenance.
• Unplug fixture from power.
• Use a vacuum or air compr essor and a soft brush to remove dust collected on external
vents.
• Clean all lens es when the fixture is cool with a mild solution of glass cleaner or
Isopropyl Alcohol and a soft lint free cotton cloth or lens tissue.
• Apply s olution to the cloth or tissue and drag dirt and grime to the outside of the lens.
• Gently polish optical surf aces until they are f ree of haze and lint.
The cleaning of external optical lenses and/or mirrors must be carried out periodic ally to optimize
light output. Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates.
Damp, smoky or particularly dirty surroundings can cause gr eater accumulation of dirt on the
unit’s optics. Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid. Clean the external optics at
Always dry the parts carefully after cleaning them.
Never spin a fan using compressed air.
Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing; call tags will not be
issued. Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandize Authorization Number (RMA
#). Products returned without the RMA # will be refus ed. C all CHAUVET ® and request an RMA #
prior to shipping the fixture. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief
description of the cause for the return. Be sur e to pack fixture pr operly; any shipping damage
resulting from inadequate packaging is the customer’s responsibility. As a suggestion, proper
UPS packing or double-boxing is always a safe method to use. CHAUVET® reserves the r ig ht t o
If you are given an RMA #, please include the following information on a piece of paper
inside the box:
2) Your addr es s
3) Your pho ne nu mb er
4) RMA #
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS
W arr anty................................................................................................. 2-year limited warranty
Length ................................................................................................................ 9.6 in (243 mm)
Width ................................................................................................................ 10.2 in (260 mm)
Height ................................................................................................................. 7.4 in (188 mm)
Weight .................................................................................................................... 6 lbs (2.7 kg)
POWER
Auto-ranging power supply..................................................................100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power c onsumption @ 120 V................................................... 40 W (0.3 A) max, 0.2 A inrush
Power c onsumption @ 230 V................................................... 47 W (0.2 A) max, 0.2 A inrush
Power linking..................................................... Max 8 A (24 units at 120 V, 37 units at 230 V)
LIGHT SOURCE
Type .......................................................................................... high-power, single s ource LED
Quantity ..................................................................................................................................... 1
Rating (white) ......................................................................................... (15 W ) 1 A, 50,000 hrs
PHOTO OPT I C
Coverage angle ..................................................................................................................... 30°
INDOOR/OUTDOOR
Rating ........................................................................................................... For indoor us e only
THERMAL
Maximum ambient temperature .......................................................................... 104° F (40° C)
CONTROL & PROGRAMMING
Dat a input ................................................................................ locking 3-pin XLR female socket
Data output ................................................................................ locking 3-pin XLR male socket
Data pin configuration................................................................. pin 1 shield, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+)
Protocol ............................................................................................................. DMX-512 USITT
DMX Channels ........................................................................................................................... 2
ORDERING INFORMATION
Abyss™ LED 3.0 ................................................................................................ ABYSSLED3.0
WARRANTY INFORMATION
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CONTACT US
World Wide
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com
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General Inform ation CHAUVET®
5200 NW 108
Sunrise, FL 33351
voice: 954.929.1115
fax: 954.929.5560
toll free: 800.762.1084
Technical Supp or t CHAUVET®
5200 NW 108
Sunrise, FL 33351
voice: 954.929.1115 (Press 4)
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