Chauvet CHAOVET User Manual

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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.

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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

NON-INTERLOCKED HOUSING WARNING ............................................................................................. 5

LASER SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................... 5

LASER SAFETY LABEL REPRODUCTION ............................................................................................... 6

AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE............................................................................................................. 7

LASER EMISSION DATA .......................................................................................................................... 7

LASER COMPLIANCE STATEMENT ........................................................................................................ 7

2. Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 8

Features ................................................................................................................................................... 8

Product Overview...................................................................................................................................... 8

Product Dimensions .................................................................................................................................. 9

Proper Usage ......................................................................................................................................... 10

3. Setup ................................................................................................................................................. 11

Mounting ................................................................................................................................................ 11

Orientation .............................................................................................................................................. 11

Rigging ................................................................................................................................................... 11

4. Operating Instructions ...................................................................................................................... 12

Navigating the Control Panel ................................................................................................................... 12

Menu Functions ................................ ...................................................................................................... 12

General Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................... 13

Technical Support ................................................................................................................................... 14

5. Appendix ................................................................ ........................................................................... 14

Returns Procedure .................................................................................................................................. 14

Claims ................................................................ .................................................................................... 14

Technical Specifications .......................................................................................................................... 15

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

What is included

 1 x Scorpion™ Storm MG
 1 x AC/DC Power Supply
 1 x Warranty Card
 1 x User Manual

Unpacking Instructions

Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that
all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and
retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself
shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture
must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box
and packing.

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 29th Court
Hollywood, FL 33020
voice: 954.929.1115
fax: [phone]
toll free: 800.762.1084

Technical Support CHAUVET

3000 North 29th Court
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!
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.
Lasers can be hazardous and have unique safety considerations. Permanent eye injury and

blindness is possible if lasers are used incorrectly. Pay close attention to each safety REMARK and

WARNING statement in the user manual. Read all instructions carefully BEFORE operating this

device.

Caution! Avoid direct eye contact with laser light. Never intentionally expose your eyes or others to

direct laser light.

Caution! This laser product can potentially cause instant eye injury or blindness if laser light directly

strikes the eyes.

Caution! It is illegal and dangerous to shine this laser into audience areas, where the audience or other

personnel could get direct laser beams or bright reflections into their eyes.

Caution! It is a US Federal offense to shine any laser at aircraft.

Caution! Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified

herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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 the dealer

nearest to you.

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NON-INTERLOCKED HOUSING WARNING

This unit contains high power laser devices internally. Do not open the laser housing, due to potential exposure to unsafe
levels of laser radiation. The laser power levels accessible, if the unit is opened, can cause instant blindness, skin burns
and fires.

LASER SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Laser Light is different from any other light sources with which you may be familiar. The light from this product can
potentially cause eye injury if not set up and used properly. Laser light is thousands of times more concentrated than light
from any other kind of light source. This concentration of light can cause instant eye injuries, primarily by burning the
retina (the light sensitive portion at the back of the eye). Even if you cannot feel “heat” from a laser beam, it can still
potentially injure or blind you or your audience. Even very small amounts of laser light are potentially hazardous even at
long distances. Laser eye injuries can happen quicker than you can blink.

It is incorrect to think that because these laser entertainment products split the laser into hundreds of beams that the laser
beam is scanned out in high speed, that an individual laser beam is safe for eye exposure. This laser product uses
dozens of milliwatts of laser power (Class 3B levels internally) before it splits into multiple beams (Class 3R levels). Many
of the individual beams are potentially hazardous to the eyes.

It is also incorrect to assume that because the laser light is moving, it is safe. This is not true. Nor, do the laser beams
always move. Since eye injuries can occur instantly, it is critical to prevent the possibility of any direct eye exposure. In the
laser safety regulation, it is not legal to aim Class 3R lasers in areas which people can get exposed. This is true even if it
is aimed below people’s faces, such as on a dance floor.

Do not operate the laser without first reading and understanding all safety and technical data in this

manual.

Always set up and install all laser effects so that all laser light is at least 3 meters (9.8 feet) above the floor

on which people can stand. See “Proper Usage” section later in this manual.

After set up, and prior to public use, test laser to ensure proper function. Do not use if any defect is

detected. Do not use if laser emits only one or two laser beams rather than dozens/hundreds, as this could
indicate damage to the diffraction grating optic, and could allow emission of higher laser levels above

Class 3R.
Do not point lasers at people or animals.
Never look into the laser aperture or laser beams.
Do not point lasers in areas in which people can potentially get exposed, such as uncontrolled balconies,

etc.
Do not point lasers at highly reflective surfaces, such as windows, mirrors and shiny metal. Even laser

reflections can be hazardous.
Never point a laser at aircraft, this is a federal offense.
Never point un-terminated laser beams into the sky.
Do not expose the output optic (aperture) to cleaning chemicals.
Do not use laser if the laser appears to be emitting only one or two beams.
Do not use the laser if the housing is damaged, open, or if the optics appear damaged in any way.
Never open the laser housing. The high laser power levels inside of the protective housing can start fires,

burn skin and will cause instant eye injury.
Never leave this device running unattended.
The operation of a class 3R laser show is only allowed if the show is controlled by a skilled and well-

trained operator, familiar with the data included in this manual.
The legal requirements for using laser entertainment products vary from country to country. The user is

responsible for the legal requirements at the location/country of use.
Always use appropriate lighting safety cables when hanging lights and effects overhead.

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