Chauvet Camera, Vue 4.1 Accessories User Manual

Vue™ 4.1

Snapshot

OK on Dimmer

Outdoor OK

Sound Activated

DMX512

Master/Slave

Autoswitching

Transformer

Replaceable Fuse

User Serviceable

Duty Cycle

USER MANUAL

3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U. S.A.

[phone] – [phone]

FAX [phone]

www.chauvetlighting.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Before You Begin ...................................................................................................................................... 3

What is included .............................................................................................................................................. 3

Unpacking Instructions .................................................................................................................................... 3

AC Power ........................................................................................................................................................ 3

Contact Us ...................................................................................................................................................... 3

Safety Instructions .......................................................................................................................................... 4

2. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................... 5

Features .......................................................................................................................................................... 5

DMX Channel Summary ................................................................................................................................. 5

Product Overview ............................................................................................................................................ 6

3. Setup .......................................................................................................................................................... 7

Fuse Replacement .......................................................................................................................................... 7

Fixture Linking ................................................................................................................................................. 7

Data Cabling ................................................................................................................................................... 7

DMX Data Cable ............................................................................................................................................. 7

Cable Connectors ........................................................................................................................................... 8

3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart ..................................................................................................................... 8

Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link .................................................................................................................. 8

Master/Slave Fixture Linking ........................................................................................................................... 9

Mounting ......................................................................................................................................................... 9

Orientation ...................................................................................................................................................... 9

Rigging ............................................................................................................................................................ 9

Slide-Rails Adjustment .................................................................................................................................... 9

4. Operating Instructions ............................................................................................................................ 10

Menu Functions ............................................................................................................................................ 10

Operation ...................................................................................................................................................... 11

Stand-Alone Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode): ........................................................................................... 11

Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound, Master Auto): ....................................................................................... 11

DMX Mode .................................................................................................................................................... 11

DMX Channel Values .................................................................................................................................... 12

Setting the starting address .......................................................................................................................... 14

DMX Quick Reference Chart ......................................................................................................................... 14

Blow-out Diagram ......................................................................................................................................... 16

Vue 4.1 Maintenance Guide.......................................................................................................................... 21

Technical Support ......................................................................................................................................... 22

5. Appendix .................................................................................................................................................. 22

DMX Primer .................................................................................................................................................. 22

General Maintenance .................................................................................................................................... 23

Returns Procedure ........................................................................................................................................ 23

Claims ........................................................................................................................................................... 23

Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................................... 24

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

What is included

¾ 1 x Vue™ 4.1
¾ Power Cord
¾ Warranty Card
¾ 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.

AC Power

This fixture has an auto-switching power supply that can accommodate a wide range of input
voltages. The only thing necessary to do before powering on the unit is to make sure the line voltage
you are applying is within the range of accepted voltages. This fixture will accommodate between
100V and 240V AC 50-60 Hz. All fixtures must be powered directly off a switched circuit and cannot
be run off a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is
used solely for a 0% to 100% switch.

Contact Us

World Wide

General Information CHAUVET

3000 North 29
Hollywood, FL 33020
voice: 954.929.1115
fax: [phone]
toll free: 800.762.1084

Technical Support CHAUVET

3000 North 29
Hollywood, FL 33020
voice: 954.929.1115 (Press 4)
fax: [phone] (Attention: Service)

World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com

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Safety Instructions

Please read these instructions carefully, which includes important
information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this
product.

• Please keep this User Guide 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! (If applicable)

• 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 20in (50cm) from adjacent
surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.

• Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing lamp or fuse and be sure to
replace with same lamp source.

• Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain. Never carry the fixture solely by its head. Use
its carrying handles.

• 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. Always use the same type spare parts.

• 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.

• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.

• Do not daisy chain power to more than 25 units on 120V operation. (If applicable)

Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or

attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit may require service,
please contact CHAUVET at: 954-929-1115.

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2. INTRODUCTION

Features

• 9-channel DMX-512 LED rotating moon flower

• Blackout/static/strobe

• Individual control of red, green, blue, white and amber LEDs within each cluster

(6 total)

• Variable speed of motor

• Built-in automated programs via DMX

• Built-in sound activated programs via master/slave or DMX

Additional Features

• Adjustable hanging bracket with slide rail

• Additional power output: max 25 units @ 120V (see manual for details)

DMX Channel Summary

CHANNEL FUNCTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Operating mode
Cluster 1
Cluster 2
Cluster 3
Cluster 4
Cluster 5
Cluster 6
Strobe
Motor Rotation speed

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Product Overview

Tilt
Adjustment
Knob

Slide Rail

Digital
Display

Microphone

DMX Input
Connector

DMX
Output
Connector

Hanging
Bracket

Front Lens

Sound
Sensitivity
Knob

Power
Output
Connector

AC Power Input
& Fuse

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3. SETUP

Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always
replace with the same type fuse.

Fuse Replacement

With a flat head screwdriver wedge the fuse
holder out of its housing. Remove the damaged
fuse from its holder and replace with exact
same type fuse. Insert the fuse holder back in
its place and reconnect power.

Fixture Linking

You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX-512 controller
or to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a master/slave operating mode. The
combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number
of fixtures the data link can support.

Important: Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line. To comply with the EIA-485

Maximum recommended serial data link distance: 500 meters (1640 ft.)
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32 fixtures

Data Cabling

To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables. You can purchase CHAUVET-certified DMX
cables directly from a dealer/distributor or construct your own cable. If you choose to create your own
cable please use data-grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to
electromagnetic interference.

The fuse is located
inside this
compartment.
Remove using a flat
head screwdriver.

standard no more than 32 devices should be connected on one data link. Connecting more than 32
fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically-isolated splitter may result in
deterioration of the digital DMX signal.

DMX DATA CABLE

Use a Belden© 9841 or equivalent cable which meets the specifications for EIA RS-485 applications.
Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances. The cable will
have the following characteristics:

2-conductor twisted pair plus a shield
Maximum capacitance between conductors – 30 pF/ft.
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield – 55 pF/ft.
Maximum resistance of 20 ohms / 1000 ft.
Nominal impedance 100 – 140 ohms

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CABLE CONNECTORS CABLE CONNECTORS

Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end. Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end.

DMX connector configuration

INPUT

3
2

CAUTION Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common

CAUTION Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common

can cause a ground loop, and your fixture may perform erratically. Test cables with an ohm meter to

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 grounded or shorted to the shield or each other.

verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other.

1

DMX

+

-

3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART 3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART

Note! If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter.

Note! If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter.

CHAUVET Model No: DMX5M, or DMX5F.

CHAUVET Model No: DMX5M, or DMX5F.
The chart below details a proper cable conversion:

The chart below details a proper cable conversion:

PIN TO 5 PIN CONVERSION CHART 3 PIN TO 5 PIN CONVERSION CHART

3
Conductor Conductor 3 Pin Female (output) 3 Pin Female (output) 5 Pin Male (Input) 5 Pin Male (Input)

Ground/Shield Pin 1 Pin 1
Data ( - ) signal Pin 2 Pin 2

Data ( + ) signal Pin 3 Pin 3
Do not use Do not use
Do not use Do not use

1

3

2

Resistance 120
ohm 1/4w between
pin 2 (DMX -) and
pin 3 (DMX +) of
the last fixture.

1

OUTPUT

3

Termination reduces signal errors. To

2

avoid signal transmission problems
and interference, it is always
advisable to connect a DMX signal
terminator.

Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link

Universal DMX Controller

1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of

the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin
connector of the controller.

2. Connect the end of the cable coming from

the controller which will have a (female) 3
pin connector to the input connector of the
next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin
connector.

This drawing provides a
general illustration of the
DMX Input/Output panel of
a lighting fixture.

3. Then, proceed to connect from the output

as stated above to the input of the following
fixture and so on.

CHAUVET Certified DMX Data Cables

Order Code Description
DMX1.5 DMX Cable 1.5m/4.9ft
DMX4.5 DMX Cable 4.5m/14.8ft
DMX10 DMX Cable 10m/32.8ft

Continue the link

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y

Master/Slave Fixture Linking

1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin connector

of the first fixture.

2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a (female) 3 pin

connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin connector. Then,
proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on.

Often, the setup for Master-Slave
and Standalone operation requires
that the first fixture in the cha in be
initialized for this purpose via either
settings in the control panel or DIP­switches. Secondarily, the fixtures
that follow may also require a slave
setting. Please consult the
“Operating Instructions” section in
this manual for complete ins tructions
for this type of setup and
configuration.

Mounting

ORIENTATION

This fixture may be mounted in any safe position provided there is adequate room for ventilation.

RIGGING

It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. Mount the
fixture using, a suitable “C” or “O” type clamp. Adjust the angle of
the fixture by loosening both knobs and tilting the fixture. After finding
the desired position, retighten both knobs.

• When selecting installation location, take into consideration lamp
replacement access and routine maintenance.

• Safety cables must always be used.

• Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain, high humidity,

extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation.

Note!
Clamp is sold separatel

Slide-Rails Adjustment

In order to allow for easy adjustment of the bracket along the slide rails, you
must loosen both of the bracket adjustment knobs, and then slide them
together along the slide rails. Once set to the desired location, you must be
sure to tighten them after moving to the new location along the slide rails.

You must push both of
the adjustment knobs
inwards towards the
fixture to allow the
bracket to slide freely

Hanging Clamp

.

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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Display Options

M/S

Menu Functions

MAIN FUNCTION SELECTION INSTRUCTION

SET.d d:001-d:512
SET.S S:001-s:100
SET.f F:000-f:100
SET.A A:000-a:042

SUND
AUTO

Navigating the menu

1. Press Mode to scroll through the menu options.

2. Press Enter to select a function to modify.

3. Use the Up and Down buttons to modify the selected menu function.

Sets the DMX starting address
Sets the speed of the current program
Sets the flash rate of the current program
Selects the current program in standalone
This is displaying that the fixture is

operating in sound activation mode
This is displaying that the fixture is

operating in auto activation mode

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Operation

Stand-Alone Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode):

This mode allows a single unit to run to the beat of the music, or the unit will auto change in Auto
Mode. There is an LED indicator on the rear of the fixture which will indicate this mode.

1. Use

2. Use

3. Use

SET.A to choose the desired program.
SET.S to set the speed of the current program
SET.f to set the flash rate of the current program.

Note: when there is no sound available, then the unit will automatically switch to auto
mode. To change it into auto mode when there is sound present, then simply turn the
sound adjustment knob fully counter-clockwise.

Note: In the absence of DMX signal, the fixture will automatically revert to standalone

mode. Plugging in a DMX cable that is connected to a DMX controller will automatically
disable standalone mode and put the fixture into DMX mode.

Note: In sound-active mode, the display will read

• The unit will react to the low frequencies of music via the internal microphone in Sound
Active mode, or the unit will auto change in Auto Mode.

• Use the audio sensitivity knob on the back of the unit to make the unit more or less
sensitive in Sound-Active mode. Turning the knob counterclockwise decreases the
sensitivity; turning the knob clockwise increases the sensitivity.

Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound, Master Auto):

This mode will allow you to link up to 32 units together without a controller. The first fixture in the
daisy chain will automatically be assigned as the master, and each fixture following will be assigned
as slave fixtures.

Note: for this mode, you must not connect a DMX controller to the fixtures.

Note: In sound-active mode, the display will read

SUND.

SUND.

1) Use standard DMX cables to daisy chain your units together via the DMX connector on the rear
of the units. For longer cable runs we suggest a terminator at the last fixture. For more
information about terminators, see page 14.

DMX Mode

This mode allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller. If you are unfamiliar with
DMX, please read the DMX Primer section in the appendix. The fixture will automatically switch to
DMX mode when it sees the signal from a DMX controller.

Note: In the absence of DMX signal, the fixture will automatically revert to standalone
mode. Plugging in a DMX cable that is connected to a DMX controller will automatically
disable standalone mode and put the fixture into DMX mode.

1. Plug in your DMX controller to the fixture to put in into DMX mode.

2. Set your address by SET.d.

3. Press Enter.

4. Use the Up and Down buttons to scroll to the desired DMX starting address.

5. Press Enter.

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DMX Channel Values

CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION

1

000 Ù 009
010 Ù 014
015 Ù 019
020 Ù 024
025 Ù 029
030 Ù 034
035 Ù 039
040 Ù 044
045 Ù 049
050 Ù 054
055 Ù 059
060 Ù 064
065 Ù 069
070 Ù 074
075 Ù 079
080 Ù 084
085 Ù 089
090 Ù 094
095 Ù 235
236 Ù 245
246 Ù 255

Control/Operating Mode

Individual cluster control with channels 2~7
Auto 1
Auto 2
Auto 3
Auto 4
Auto 5
Auto 6
Auto 7
Auto 8
Auto 9
Auto 10
Auto 11
Auto 12
Auto 13
Auto 14
Auto 15
Auto 16
Full On
Auto 17
Auto with rotation
Sound mode with rotation

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000 Ù 003
004 Ù 007
008 Ù 011
012 Ù 015
016 Ù 019
020 Ù 023
024 Ù 027
028 Ù 031
032 Ù 035
036 Ù 039
040 Ù 043
044 Ù 047
048 Ù 051
052 Ù 055
056 Ù 059
060 Ù 063
064 Ù 067
068 Ù 071
072 Ù 075
076 Ù 079
080 Ù 083
084 Ù 087
088 Ù 091
092 Ù 095
096 Ù 099
100 Ù 103
104 Ù 107
108 Ù 111
112 Ù 115
116 Ù 119

2~7

120 Ù 123
124 Ù 127
128 Ù 131
132 Ù 135
136 Ù 139
140 Ù 143
144 Ù 147
148 Ù 151
152 Ù 155
156 Ù 159
160 Ù 163
164 Ù 167
168 Ù 171
172 Ù 175
176 Ù 179
180 Ù 183
184 Ù 187
188 Ù 191
192 Ù 195
196 Ù 199
200 Ù 203
204 Ù 207
208 Ù 211
212 Ù 215
216 Ù 219
220 Ù 223
224 Ù 227
228 Ù 231
232 Ù 235
236 Ù 239
240 Ù 255

8 000 Ù 001

002 Ù 255

9 000 Ù 005

006 Ù 255

Cluster 1~6

Blackout
Red 1
White 1
Red 2
Green 1
Blue 1
Amber 1
Red/White
Red/Red
Red/Green
Red/Blue
Red/Amber
Red/White
Green/White
Blue/White
Amber/White
Green/Red
Blue/Red
Amber/Red
Blue/Green
Amber/Green
Amber/Blue
Red/Red/White
Red/Green/White
Red/Blue/White
Red/Amber/White
Red/Green/Red
Red/Blue/Red
Red/Amber/Red
Red/Blue/Green
Red/Amber/Green
Red/Amber/Blue
Red/Green/Red/White
Red/Blue/Red/White
Red/Amber/Red/White
Red/Blue/Green/Red
Red/Amber/Green/Red
Red/Amber/Blue/Red
Red/Amber/Blue/White
Blue/Green/Red/White
Amber/Green/Red/White
Red/Blue/Green/Red/White
Red/Amber/Green/Red/White
Amber/Blue/Green/Red/White
Red/Amber/Blue/Green/Red
Red/Amber/Blue/Green/White
Red/Amber/Blue/Red/White
All On
Red/Amber/Red/White
Effect 1
Effect 2
Effect 3
Effect 4
Effect 5
Effect 6
Effect 7
Effect 8
Effect 9
Effect 10
Effect 11
Effect 12

Strobe

No strobe
Slow > Fast (for clusters set to static colors )

Rotation Speed

Stop
Slow>Fast

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SETTING THE STARTING ADDRESS



This DMX mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. Each fixture requires a "start address"
from 1 to 512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data on the channel
indicated by the start address. For example, a fixture that uses 6 DMX channels and was addressed to start on
DMX channel 100, would read data from channels: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, and 105. Choose start addresses
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-512 control protocol, we suggest jumping to the
Appendix Section and reading the heading “DMX Primer”. It contains very useful information that will help you
understand its use.

Set the start address using the group of DIP switches located usually on bottom of the fixture. Each dip switch
has an associated value. Adding the value of each switch in the ON position will provide the start address.
Figuring out which switches to toggle ON given a specific start address can be accomplished by determining
which switch values will add up to the address value, and turning these switches on. Do so by doing the
following:

1) Determine the largest value switch that is less than the start address. Turn this switch on.

2) Subtract the value of the switch you just turned on from the starting address number.

3) Determine the largest value switch that is less than the remainder from the previous subtraction. Turn this
switch on.

4) Subtract the value of the switch you just turned on from the remainder of the previous subtraction.

5) Repeat steps three and four until you have a remainder of zero.

EXAMPLE STARTING ADDRESS

256

256

256

256

256

Address 10

256

128

128

128

128

128

128

64

64

64

64

64

64

32

32

32

32

32

32

16

16

16

16

16

16

8

4

8

4

8

4

8

4

8

4

8

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

2

4

Switch # 4 = 8
Switch # 2 = 2
Total = 10

Address 24

Switch # 5 = 16
Switch # 4 = 8
Total = 24

Resolving address
using simple math.

Address 233

128

256

128

256

128

256

128

256

128

256

128

256

233 – (128) = 105, Turn ON Dip # 8
105 – (64) = 41, Turn ON Dip # 7
41 – (32) = 9, Turn ON Dip # 6
9 – (8) = 1, Turn ON Dip # 4
1 – (1) = 0, Turn ON Dip # 1

64

64

64

64

64

64

32

32

32

32

32

32

16

16

16

16

16

16

8

8

8

8

8

8

13456789

13456789

13456789

13456789

13456789

12222223456789

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON
OFF

OFF

OFF

OFF

OFF

OFF

1

2

4

4

4

4

4

4

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

2

123456789

123456789

123456789

123456789

123456789

123456789

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON
OFF

OFF

OFF

OFF

OFF

OFF

DIPSWITCH(DMXVALUE)

1

1

2

2

4

3

8

4

16

5

32

6

64

7

128

8

256

9

DMX QUICK REFERENCE CHART

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DMX Address Quick Reference Chart

Dip Switch Position

DMX DIP

SWITCH SET

0=OFF #8 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1

1=ON #7 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1

X=OFF or ON #6 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1

#1 #2 #3 #4 #5

0 0 0 0 0 32 64 96 128 160 192 224 256 288 320 352 384 416 448 480
1 0 0 0 0 1 33 65 97 129 161 193 225 257 289 321 353 385 417 449 481
0 1 0 0 0 2 34 66 98 130 162 194 226 258 290 322 354 386 418 450 482
1 1 0 0 0 3 35 67 99 131 163 195 227 259 291 323 355 387 419 451 483
0 0 1 0 0 4 36 68 100 132 164 196 228 260 292 324 356 388 420 452 484
1 0 1 0 0 5 37 69 101 133 165 197 229 261 293 325 357 389 421 453 485
0 1 1 0 0 6 38 70 102 134 166 198 230 262 294 326 358 390 422 454 486
1 1 1 0 0 7 39 71 103 135 167 199 231 263 295 327 359 391 423 455 487
0 0 0 1 0 8 40 72 104 136 168 200 232 264 296 328 360 392 424 456 488
1 0 0 1 0 9 41 73 105 137 169 201 233 265 297 329 361 393 425 457 489
0 1 0 1 0 10 42 74 106 138 170 202 234 266 298 330 362 394 426 458 490
1 1 0 1 0 11 43 75 107 139 171 203 235 267 299 331 363 395 427 459 491
0 0 1 1 0 12 44 76 108 140 172 204 236 268 300 332 364 396 428 460 492
1 0 1 1 0 13 45 77 109 141 173 205 237 269 301 333 365 397 429 461 493
0 1 1 1 0 14 46 78 110 142 174 206 238 270 302 334 366 398 430 462 494
1 1 1 1 0 15 47 79 111 143 175 207 239 271 303 335 367 399 431 463 495
0 0 0 0 1 16 48 80 112 144 176 208 240 272 304 336 368 400 432 464 496
1 0 0 0 1 17 49 81 113 145 177 209 241 273 305 337 369 401 433 465 497
0 1 0 0 1 18 50 82 114 146 178 210 242 274 306 338 370 402 434 466 498
1 1 0 0 1 19 51 83 115 147 179 211 243 275 307 339 371 403 435 467 499
0 0 1 0 1 20 52 84 116 148 180 212 244 276 308 340 372 404 436 468 500
1 0 1 0 1 21 53 85 117 149 181 213 245 277 309 341 373 405 437 469 501
0 1 1 0 1
1 1 1 0 1 23 55 87 119 151 183 215 247 279 311 343 375 407 439 471 503
0 0 0 1 1 24 56 88 120 152 184 216 248 280 312 344 376 408 440 472 504
1 0 0 1 1 25 57 89 121 153 185 217 249 281 313 345 377 409 441 473 505
0 1 0 1 1 26 58 90 122 154 186 218 250 282 314 346 378 410 442 474 506
1 1 0 1 1 27 59 91 123 155 187 219 251 283 315 347 379 411 443 475 507
0 0 1 1 1 28 60 92 124 156 188 220 252 284 316 348 380 412 444 476 508
1 0 1 1 1 29 61 93 125 157 189 221 253 285 317 349 381 413 445 477 509
0 1 1 1 1 30 62 94 126 158 190 222 254 286 318 350 382 414 446 478 510
1 1 1 1 1 31 63 95 127 159 191 223 255 287 319 351 383 415 447 479 511

Dip Switch Position DMX Address

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

#9

22 54 86 118 150 182 214 246 278 310 342 374 406 438 470 502

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Blow-out Diagram

1

2

3

4

5

Description PartNumber

1 LEDPCBassembly P222‐VUE41

2 FrontFresnellens P150‐VU2LNS

3 Bracketadjustmentknob(of2) P111‐VUEBRT

4 Electronictransformer P140‐ VUEIITR

5 DisplayPCB P172‐VUE41

6 MasterPCB P177‐VUE41

7 Steppermotor P110‐VUE41

6

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Electrical Connections Diagram

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LED Driver PCB Schematics

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Display PCB Schematics

Display PCB Schematics

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Master PCB Schematics

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Vue 4.1 Maintenance Guide

Symptom(s) Possible Solution(s)

1 or more LED’s are not
illuminating

An LED may have failed, resulting in an open circuit. In this event, all of the

An LED may have failed, resulting in a short circuit. In this event, only the

1 or more LED’s are producing
very low output

Breaker/Fuse keeps blowing Check total load placed on the electrical circuit
Check for a short in the electrical wiring: internal and/or external
Device has no power Check device’s fuse (internal)
Check for power on Mains

Fixture is not responding to DMX Check Control Panel settings for correct addressing
Check DMX cables
Check polarity switch settings on the controller
Check cable connections
Call service technician
See page #11 for proper settings for DMX operation

Loss of signal Use only DMX cables
Install terminator
Note: Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights

Clean the fixture regularly to avoid any such failure. This fixture is convection
cooled, which means that if the surface is kept clean and free of debris, then
proper cooling will be allowed to occur

red, green, or blue in a single module will no longer illuminate. This does not
mean that all of the LEDs have failed, but the circuit is wired in series.

single LED which has failed will no longer function. This does not mean that all
of the LEDs have failed, but the circuit is wired in series.

-Note: In the event of LED failure, a replacement LED PCB assembly may be
purchased directly from CHAUVET Part#: P222-VUE41

Check that the lens assembly is installed properly. If the lens assembly is not
aligned properly over the LEDs, then they will not project fully

-See section on Lens Assembly Installation

-Note: In the event of LED failure, a replacement LED PCB assembly may be
purchased directly from CHAUVET Part#: P222-VUE41

-Note: In the event of autoswitching transformer failure, the unit can be sent in
for repair; however, a replacement part can be ordered directly from
CHAUVET Part#: P140-

-Note: In the event of Master PCB failure, a replacement PCB can be ordered
directly from CHAUVET Part#: P177-VUE41

VUEIITR

Stand alone operation problem See page #11 for proper settings for standalone operation

The motor is not rotating

If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET Technical
Support at the location on the next page.

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This fixture uses a separate channel to operate the motor rotation. Try
operating the fixture in standalone mode to determine if the problem is DMX
related. If the motor still does not rotate, then it may need to be replaced, or
the motor driver IC or the Master PCB may need to be replaced.

-Note: In the event of motor failure, a replacement motor can be ordered
directly from CHAUVET Part#: P110-VUE41

-Note: In the event of Master PCB failure, a replacement PCB can be ordered
directly from CHAUVET Part#: P177-VUE41

Technical Support

Address: Service Dept.
3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 (U.S.A.)
Support (Email): [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone] - (Press 4)
Fax: [phone] - (Attention: Service)
Website: http://www.chauvetlighting.com

5. APPENDIX

DMX Primer

There are 512 channels in a DMX-512 connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A
fixture capable of receiving DMX 512 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 fixtures whose starting address is
set incorrectly. You can however, control multiple fixtures of the same type using the same starting
address as long as the intended result is that of unison movement or operation. In other words, the
fixtures will be slaved together and all respond exactly the same.

DMX fixtures are designed to receive data through a serial Daisy Chain. A Daisy 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 communicates to
each fixture. Use an order that provides for the easiest and most direct cabling. Connect fixtures
using shielded two conductor twisted pair cable with three pin XLR male to female connectors. The
shield connection is pin 1, while pin 2 is Data Negative (S-) and pin 3 is Data positive (S+). CHAUVET
carries 3-pin XLR DMX compliant cables, DMX-10 (33’), DMX-4.5 (15’) and DMX-1.5 (5’)

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General Maintenance

To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently. Usage
and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency. As a general rule, fixtures should
be cleaned at least twice a month. Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause
overheating. This can lead to reduced lamp life and increased mechanical wear. Be sure to power off
fixture before conducting maintenance.

Unplug fixture from power. Use a vacuum or air compressor and a soft brush to remove dust
collected on external vents and internal components. Clean all glass when the fixture is cold with a
mild solution of glass cleaner or Isopropyl Alcohol and a soft lint free cotton cloth or lens tissue. Apply
solution to the cloth or tissue and drag dirt and grime to the outside of the lens. Gently polish optical
surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.

The cleaning of internal and external optical lenses and/or mirrors must be carried out periodically to
optimize light output. Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates:
damp, smoky or particularly dirty surrounding can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the unit’s
optics. Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid. - Always dry the parts carefully. - Clean
the external optics at least every 20 days. Clean the internal optics at least every 30/60 days.

Returns Procedure

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 Merchandise Authorization Number (RMA #).
Products returned without an RMA # will be refused. Call CHAUVET and request 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 sure to properly pack fixture, any shipping damage resulting from
inadequate packaging is the customer’s responsibility. CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own
discretion to repair or replace product(s). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is
always a safe method to use.

Claims

Note: If you are given an RMA #, please include the following information on a piece of

paper inside the box:

1) Your name

2) Your address

3) Your phone number

4) The RMA #

5) A brief description of the symptoms

Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be
reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise. It is the customer's responsibility to notify and
submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is damaged due to shipping. Any other claim
for items such as missing component/part, damage not related to shipping, and concealed damage,
must be made within seven (7) days of receiving merchandise.

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Technical Specifications

WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS

Length........................................................................................................................... 11.3 in (286 mm)

Width ............................................................................................................................ 12.4 in (315 mm)

Height ........................................................................................................................... 10.4 in (264 mm)

Weight .............................................................................................................................. 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg)

POWER

Auto-switching AC power .................................................................................. 100V-240V AC 50/60Hz

Fuse ............................................................................................................................................ 2A 250V

Power Consumption ................................................................................ 36W (0.3A) max at 120V 60Hz

Inrush Power .................................................................................................................... (0.2A) at 120V

Power Output.......................................................................................................... 25 units max at 120V

Power Output.......................................................................................................... 50 units max at 240V

LIGHT SOURCE

LED .......................................... 282 (66 red, 90 green, 66 blue, 18 white, 42 amber) LEDs 100,000 hrs

PHOTO OPTIC

Coverage Angle .................................................................................................................................. 46°

THERMAL

Maximum ambient temperature ........................................................................................... 104°F (40°C)

CONTROL & PROGRAMMING

Data input ................................................................................................ locking 3-pin XLR male socket

Data output ........................................................................................... locking 3-pin XLR female socket

Data pin configuration .............................................................................. pin 1 shield, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+)

Protocols........................................................................................................................ DMX-512 USITT

DMX Channels ....................................................................................................................................... 9

ORDERING INFORMATION

Vue™ 4.1..................................................................................................................................... VUE4.1

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Warranty .............................................................................................................. 2-year limited warranty

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