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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 ..................................................................................................................................................... 1
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
Fuse Replacement ....................................................................................................................................................................... 6
DMX Linking.................................................................................................................................................................. 6
DMX Personalities ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Mounting ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Orientation ................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Rigging ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Procedure .................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Storage ......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
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4. Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 9
Control Panel Description ............................................................................................................................................. 9
Control Options ............................................................................................................................................................. 9
Programming ................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Preparing for Operation ................................................................................................................................................ 9
DMX Address ................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Fan Control ................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Haze Volume ................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Menu Map ................................................................................................................................................................... 10
DMX Values ................................................................................................................................................................ 10
5. Technical Information ............................................................................................................................. 10
Hazer Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................... 10
Storage ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
6. Technical Specifications ......................................................................................................................... 11
Returns ....................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Contact Us ................................................................................................................................................... 12
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What Is
• Amhaze™ Studio
• Quick Reference Guide
Claims
Carefully unpack the pr oduct immediately and check the box to m ake sure all the parts are in
d included accessories) appear damaged from
. Failure to
concealed damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery.
Manual
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
Symbols
Meaning
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Failure to
damage third-party equipment, or cause harm to the operator.
with this information may keep the product from working.
The term “DMX” used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A digital data
transmission protocol.
Product At A
x
x
x
Fixed Voltage
(120 V or 230 V)
P
x
P
P
x
Before You Begin
Included
Conventions
• Neutrik® powerCON® power cord
• Warranty Card
the package and are in good condition.
If the box or the contents (the product an
shipping or show signs of mishandling, notif y t he carrier immediately, not Chauvet
report damage to the c arrier immediately may inval idate your claim. In addition, k eep the box
and contents for inspection.
For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or
Convention Meaning
comply with this information may cause the product not to work,
Important installation or configuration information. Failure to comply
Useful information.
Auto Programs
Replaceable Fuse
User-Serviceable
Use on Dimmer
Glance
Outdoor Use
Master/Slave
DMX
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Safety Notes
Read all the following Safety Notes before working with this product. These notes include
important information about the installation, usage, and maintenance of this product.
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any referen ce to serv icing in this User
housing or attempt any repairs.
Personal Safety
• Depending on the amount of haze generated, all haze machines may set off smoke
• Do not touch this product’s housing during operation because it may be very hot.
Mounting And
• The product is not intended for permanent installation.
• When hanging this product, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.
Power And
• Always make sure you are connecting this product to the proper voltage in accordance with
• Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable.
Operation
• Do not operate this product if you see damage to the housing, fluid tank, or cables. Have
Haze Fluid (HFG).
In the unlikely event that your Chauvet product may require service, contact Chauvet
Technical Support.
Before You Begin
Manual will only apply to properly trained Chauvet certified technicians. Do not open the
All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this product.
detectors.
• Drain the tank before transporting the product.
• Always disconnect this product from its power source before servicing.
• The product’s nozzle is very hot during operation and it remains hot for a long time after
operation has stopped.
• Always connect this product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
• Do not drink or become in contact with the haze fluid. If you do, call your local emergency
service (911 in the US) for help.
• Do not use for space heating purposes.
Rigging
Wiring
• This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose this
product to rain or moisture. (IP20)
• CAUTION: When transferring product from extreme temperature environments, (e.g. cold
truck to warm humid ballroom) condensation may form on the internal electronics of the
product. To avoid causing a failure, allow product to fully acclimate to the surrounding
environment before connecting it to power.
• 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.
the specifications in this manual or on the product’s specification label.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use
completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
• Never connect this product to a dimmer pack or rheostat.
the damaged parts replaced by an authorized technician at once.
• Be sure that no ventilation slots on the produc t’s hous i ng are bloc k ed.
• 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 nozzle is very hot during operation and it remains hot for a long time after
operation has stopped.
• The maximum ambient temperature is 104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate this product at a
higher temperature.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using this product immediately!
• Do not add perfume, alcohol, gasoline, or any other flammables to the haze fluid.
• Use only CHAUVET® water-based Premium Haze Fluid (PHF) and High Performance
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2. INTRODUCTION
Description
The Amhaze™ Studio is a professional water-based ha ze machine. Adjustable via DMX or the
with a
Chauvet recommends
Premium Haze Fluid (PHF) and High Performance Haze Fluid (HFG) available from Chauvet.
Features
• Water-based haze machine
• Flight case integrated into design
LCD screen, you can achieve continuous var iable haze output an d blower speed. The h azer is
tour-ready with a rugged flight case and an M12 threaded rigging insert. It can work
variety of different water-based haze fluid types for added versatility;
• Operating modes:
• 2-channel: fan speed and haze output volume
• Quiet operation for use in theatres and TV studios
• Variable output of haze for better atmospheric maintenance
• Large 3.2 l fluid capacity and rapid 4-minute heat time
• Ready lights signals the user when heating is complete
• Digital display for DMX addressing and stand-alone functions
Introduction
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Front View
Rear View
Top View
Control Panel
DMX Out
DMX In
Nozzle
Power In
Fluid Hose
Fluid Tank
Fuse
M12 Threaded
Mounting
Hole
Fuse
Introduction
Overview
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Dimensions
10.24 in
260 mm
9.53 in
242 mm
8.70 in
221 mm
11.02 in
280 mm
15.83 in
402 mm
12.13 in
308 mm
17.75 in
451 mm
17.05 in
433 mm
10.78 in
274 mm
15.82 in
402 mm
13.31 in
338 mm
Introduction
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AC Power
The Amhaze™ Studio has a fixed power supply that works with an input voltage of either
o refer
www.chauvetprofessional.com.
• Always connect this product to a protec ted circuit with an appropriate electrical
completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Never connect this product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the
rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
AC Plug
The Amhaze™ Studio com es with a power input cord term inated with a Neutrik® po werCON®
table below to wire the new plug.
AC Live
Black
Brown
Yellow or Brass
AC Neutral
White
Blue
Silver
AC Ground
Green/Yellow
Green/Yellow
Green
Fuse
1. Disconnect this product from the power outlet.
4. Screw the fuse holder cap back in place and reconnect power.
Make sure to disconnect the product’s power cord before replacing a blown fuse. Always
replace the blown fuse with another of the same type and rating.
DMX Linking
You can link the Amhaze™ Studio to a DMX contr oller using a 3- or 5-p in DMX connection. If
, you can control each
individually with a single DMX controller.
DMX
The Amhaze™ Studio uses a 3- or 5-pin DMX data connection for the 2-channel DMX
personalities.
If you are not familiar with or need more information about DMX standards, Master/Slave
connectivity, or the DMX cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller,
download the DMX Primer from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com.
Setup
3. SETUP
120 VAC, 60 Hz or 230 VA C, 50 H z, depen ding on t he specif ic model. To det erm ine the pow er
requirements for eac h Amhaze™ II, refer to the lab el affixed to the prod uct. You can als
to the Technical Specif icati ons chart in this manual.
The listed current r ati ng in d icates t he maximum current dr a w dur i ng normal operation. For more
information, you may download Sizing Circuit Breakers from the CHAUVET® website
ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use
A connector on one end and an Edison plug on the o ther end (U.S. mark et). If the power input
cord that came with your product has no plug, or if you need to change th e Ediso n plu g, us e the
Replacement
Personalities
Connection Wire (U.S.) Wire (Europe) Screw Color
2. Using a Phillips-head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse holder cap from the housing.
3. Remove the blown fuse and replace with another fuse of the same type and rating
(F 7 AL, 250 V).
using other DMX-compatible products with the Amhaze™ Studio
personality.
• Refer to the Introduction chapter for a brief description of each DMX personality.
• Refer to the Operation chapter to learn how to configure the Amhaze™ Studio to work in
these personalities.
• The DMX Values section provides you with detailed information regarding the DMX
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Setup
Mounting
Before mounting this product, read and follow the Safety Notes. For our CHAUVET®
Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://trusst.com/products/.
Orientation
Always mount this product in a safe position and make sure there is adequate room for
Rigging
Chauvet recommends using the following general guidelines when mounting this product.
• When selecting an installation location, consider easy access to this product for operation,
our CHAUVET® Professional line of safety cables, go to http://trusst.com/products/.
Procedure
The Am haze™ Studio has a thr eaded mounting hole, size M12, at the top of the hazer. This
mounting hole is appropriate for use with a mounting clamp. You must supply your own
our CHAUVET® Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://trusst.com/products/.
Floor Mounting
Overhead Mounting
Safety Cable
M12 Mounting Clamp
ventilation, configuration, and maintenance.
programming adjustments, and routine maintenance.
• The product is not intended for permanent installation.
• Make sure to mount this product away from any flammable material as indicated in the
Safety Notes.
• Never mount in places where rain, high humidity, extreme temperature changes, or
restricted ventilation may affect the product.
• If hanging this product, make sure that the mounting location can support the product’s
weight. See the Tec hnic al Specif icat io ns for the weight-bearing requirements of this
product.
• When hanging this product, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable. For
Mounting Diagram
mounting clamps , so be sure the c lamp is capa ble of suppor ting the we ight of this product. For
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Storage
Before storing this prod uct, be sur e that t he flu id conta iner is plac ed insid e the pr oduct c orrec tl y
with the cap facing up.
Cap
Cap
Cap
Setup
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peration
Control Panel
Button
Function
<MENU>
Exits/chooses from the current menu or function
<UP>
Navigates upward through the menu list or increases the numeric
value when in a function
<DOWN>
Navigates downward through the menu list or decreases the numeric
value when in a function
Control
Options
DMX range. This enables
Programming
Refer to the Menu Map to unders tand the menu options. The menu map shows the main level
• Press <MENU> repeatedly to exit to the previous main level.
Preparing for
To prepare the Amhaze™ Studio for operation, perform the following steps:
7. Connect the hazer to power. After approx. 4 minutes, the machine is ready to output haze.
The Amhaze™ Studio does not have an On/Off switch. As soon as you connect the
Amhaze™ Studio to power, it will start operating.
DMX Address
When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels the
2. Select a DMX Value 001–512.
Fan Control
This setting adjusts the fan speed.
2. Select 000–005.
Haze Volume
This setting adjusts the haze volume.
2. Select 000–005.
4. OPERATION
Description
You can set the Amhaze ™ Studio starting address in the 001–512
control of up to 256 products in the 2-channel personality.
and a variable number of programming levels for each option.
• To go to the desired main level, press <MENU> repeatedly until the option shows on the
display. This will take you to the first programming level for that option.
• To select an option or value within the current programming level, press <UP> or <DOWN>
until the option shows on the display.
Operation
Operation
1. Open the flight case.
2. Withdraw the fluid tank from its compartment and remove its cap.
3. Verify that the two plastic hoses attached to the cap are in place and in good condition.
4. Pour CHAUVET® (PHF or HFG) haze fluid into the tank and replace the cap.
5. Put the tank back into its compartment in the hazer.
6. Make sure the plastic hose entering the hazer from the fluid tank cap is not bent or kinked.
DMX mode uses. If you choose a star ting address tha t is too h igh, you could res tr ict the acc ess
to some of the product’s channels.
The Amhaze™ Studio us es up to 2 DMX channels in its DMX mode, which defines the highest
configurable address to 511.
If unfamiliar with DMX, download the DMX Primer from www.chauvetprofessional.com.
To select the starting address, do the following:
1. Go to the d main level.
1. Go to the F main level.
1. Go to the h main level.
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d
001–512
Selects the DMX starting address
F
Fan speed control
h
Haze volume control
2Ch
Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
000ó005
006ó255
No function
Fan speed (slow to fast)
000ó005
006ó255
No function
Haze volume 1-100%
Hazer Maintenance
Do not allow the haze m achine to become clogged. After ever y 40 hours of contin uous
operation, use CHAUVET ® Fog Cleaner Quart (FCQ) through th e system to prevent the
cleaning solution from the pump and heater.
FCQ (Fog Cleaner Quart) was specifically developed by CHAUVET® to clean your
. Make sure you use FCQ regularly to increase the life of your
hazer.
Storage
Before storing the hazer, run FCQ through the system as described in the cleaning
only follow steps 1 throug h 5. Do not refill the ta nk with hazer
fluid if storing the hazer. Cleaning the system prior to storage will help prevent any
particles from condensing inside the pump or heater while not in use.
n a monthly basis to achieve the best
Technical Information
Menu Map
Main Level Programming Levels Description
000–005
DMX Val u es
1 Fan Speed
2 Haze Volume
5. TECHNICAL INFORMATION
accumulation of particulate matter in the heating element.
The recommended cleaning procedure is as follows.
1. Unplug the product from power.
2. Empty all haze fluid from the machine.
3. Add cleaning solution to the tank.
4. Connect the product to power and allow it to warm up.
5. Run the unit in a well-ve nti l ated area until the tank is empty.
6. Refill with haze fluid to continue using the hazer. Run the machine briefly to clear any
Amhaze™ Studio
Do not spin the fans using compressed air because you could damage the hazer.
procedure above; however ,
Test-run your Amhaze™ Studio o
performance.
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6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and
17.75 in (451 mm)
15.82 in (402 mm)
10.78 in (274 mm)
34.4 lb (15.7 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
120 VAC, 60 Hz
or 230 VAC, 50 Hz
Consumption
700 W
250 W
Operating current
6.2 A
5 A
Fuse
7 AL
7 AL
Power input connector
Neutrik® powerCON® A
Neutrik® powerCON® A
Power cord plug
Edison (U.S.)
Local plug
Operation/Capacity/
4 min
0.85 gal (3.2 l)
18 ml/min
Misc.
Output
1,700 cfm
Thermal
104 °F (40 °C)
Fan-Assisted Convection
DMX
3- and 5-pin XLR
Sockets
2
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
UPC Number
Amhaze™ Studio (120 V)
05070936
781462212841
Amhaze™ Studio (230 V)
05070937
781462212858
Technical Specifications
Weight
Length Width Height Weight
Model-specific
Fixed
Parameter 120 V, 60 Hz 230 V, 50 Hz
Power U.S./Canada Worldwide
Heat-up Time Tank Capacity Fluid Consumption
Consumption
Max. External Temperature Cooling System
I/O Connectors Connector Type Channel Range
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Returns
You must send the product prepaid, in the original box, and with the original packing and
will refuse any product returned
without an RMA number.
DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box. Instead, write it on a properly affixed
label.
Once you have rec ei ved t he RMA number, include the followin g inf ormation on a piece of pa per
Be sure to pack the product properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate
recommended.
Chauvet reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned
product(s).
C
WORLD HEADQUARTERS - Chauvet
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Toll free: (800) 762-1084
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Fax: +44 (0)1773 511110
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Technical Support
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Technical Support
Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ir eland, Mexico, or Benelux contact the dealer of record.
details.
Technical Specifications
accessories. Chauvet will not issue call tags.
Call Chauvet and request a Return Merchandise Authorization (R MA) number before shipping
the product. Be prepared to provide th e m odel num ber, s erial num ber, and a br ief desc ription of
the cause(s) for the return.
Clearly label the package with an RMA number. Chauvet
inside the box:
• Your name
• Your address
• Your phone number
• The RMA number
• A brief description of the problem(s)
packaging will be the customer’s responsibility. FedEx packing or double-boxing is
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