Chauvet Amhaze II User Manual
User Manual
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Before You Begin ...................................................................................................................................... 1
What is Included ........................................................................................................................................................... 1
Claims .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Manual Conventions .................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Symbols ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Product at a Glance ...................................................................................................................................................... 2
Safety Notes ................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Personal Safety ............................................................................................................................................................................ 2
Mounting and Rigging .................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Power and Wiring ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Operation ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
2. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................... 3
Description .................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Features ........................................................................................................................................................................ 3
Overview ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Dimensions ................................................................................................................................................................... 5
3. Setup .......................................................................................................................................................... 6
AC Power ...................................................................................................................................................................... 6
AC Plug ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Resetting the Breaker .................................................................................................................................................................. 6
DMX Linking.................................................................................................................................................................. 6
DMX Modes ................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Mounting ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Orientation ................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Rigging ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
4. Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 8
Control Panel Description ............................................................................................................................................. 8
Control Options ............................................................................................................................................................. 8
Programming ................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Preparing for Operation ................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Startup ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Menu Map ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9
DMX Values ................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Configuration (DMX) ................................................................................................................................................... 10
Starting Address ......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Setting the Output Volume ......................................................................................................................................................... 10
Setting the Fan Speed ............................................................................................................................................................... 10
Timer Mode ................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Manual Mode ............................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Timer Mode Parameters ............................................................................................................................................................ 11
Activating the Fluid Sensor ........................................................................................................................................................ 11
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5. Technical Information ............................................................................................................................. 12
Hazer Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................... 12
Storage ....................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................................................. 13
Returns ....................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Contact Us .................................................................................................................................................................. 14
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1. Before You Begin
What is Included
Quick Reference Guide
Claims
Carefully unpack the pr oduct immediately and check the box to m ake sure all the parts
If the box or the contents (t he product and include d accessories ) appear damaged f rom
notify the carrier imm ediately, not CHAUVET®.
Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In
o shipping,
Manual Conventions
Convention
Meaning
1–512
A range of values in the text
50/60
A set of mutually exclusive values in the text
<SET>
A button on the product’s control panel
Settings
A product function or a menu option
MENU>Settings
A sequence of menu options
1–10
A range of menu values from which to choose in a menu
Yes/No
A set of two mutually exclusive menu options in a menu
ON
A unique value to be entered or selected in a menu
Symbols
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information.
operator.
comply with this information may keep the product from working.
The term “DMX” used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A
• Amhaze™ II
• Neutrik® powerCON® power cord
• Warranty Card
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are in the package and are in good condition.
shipping or show signs of m ishandling,
addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
For other issues, s uch as miss ing components or par ts, dam age not relat ed t
or concealed damage, file a claim with CHAUVET® within 7 days of delivery.
Before You Begin
Symbols Meaning
Failure to comply with this information may cause the product not
to work, damage third-party equipment, or cause harm to the
Important installation or configuration information. Failure to
Useful information.
digital data transmission protocol.
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Product at a Glance
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Safety Notes
Read all the f ollowing S afety Not es before working wit h this prod uct. Thes e notes inc lude
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in
this User Manual will only apply to properly trained CHAUVET® certified
All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this
Personal Safety
emergency service (911 in the US) for help.
Mounting and
carton, plastic, etc.).
Power and Wiring
Never disconnect this product by pu lli n g o r t uggi ng on t he powe r cable.
Operation
Haze Fluid (HFG).
In the unlikely event that your CHAUVET® product may require service, contact
CHAUVET® Technical Support.
Before You Begin
Rigging
Use on Dimmer
Outdoor Use
Sound-Active
DMX
Master/Slave
important information about the insta lla tion , u sage, an d maint ena n ce o f t hi s pr odu ct.
technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs.
product.
• Always connect this product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
• Always disconnect this product from its power source before servicing.
• Do not touch this product’s housing during operation because it may be very hot.
• Do not drink or become in contact with the haze fluid. If you do, call your local
• This product i s no t i nt ende d fo r pe r mane nt in stall ati on .
• This product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not
expose this product to rain or moisture.
• Mount this product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from
adjacent surfaces.
• Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while it is operating.
• When mounting this produc t overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a
safety cable.
• Do not mount the product on a fla mmabl e surfac e (linol eum, carpe t, wood , paper,
Auto Programs
Fixed Voltage (120 V or 230 V)
Circuit Breaker
User-Serviceable
• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
• Always make sure you are connecting this product to the proper voltage in accordance
with the specifications in this manual or on the product’s specification label.
• Never connect this product to a dimmer pack or rheostat.
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• Do not operate thi s p r odu ct i f you see damage to th e housing, fluid tan k, or cables.
Have the damaged p art s r epla ced by an authorized te chni ci an at onc e.
• Be sure that no ventilation slot s on the produ ct’s hous ing are bl ocked.
• Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the
handles.
• The haze exits the nozzle at a very high temperature. Keep a minimum distance of
6.5 ft (2 m) from the nozzle to the nearest object.
• The product’ s nozz l e i s ve ry hot du ri ng ope r ati on and i t remain s ho t fo r a l ong t i me
after operation has stopped.
• The maximum ambient temperature is 104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate this product at a
higher temperat u re.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using this product immediately!
• Do not add pe rfu me, al cohol, g a soli ne, o r any o the r fla mmable s t o the haze fluid.
• Use CHAUVET® water-based Premium Haze Fluid (PHF) and High Performance
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