Chauvet DMX-800 User Manual

DMX-800

Constellation™

Snapshot

Ok on Dimmer

Outdoor OK

Sound Activated

DMX512

Master/Slave

115V/230V Switch

Replaceable Fuse

User Serviceable

Duty Cycle

USER MANUAL

Chauvet, 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

HAT IS INCLUDED......................................................................................................................................... 3

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NPACKING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................................................. 3

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POWER ................................................................................................................................................... 3

ONTACT US................................................................................................................................................. 3

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AFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................................... 4

2. INTRODUCTION

EATURES..................................................................................................................................................... 5

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CHANNEL SUMMARY.............................................................................................................................. 5

DMX
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RODUCT OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................................................... 6

3. SETUP........................................................................................................................................................

AMP............................................................................................................................................................ 7

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Lamp Installation

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USE REPLACEMENT...................................................................................................................................... 8

IXTURE LINKING........................................................................................................................................... 8

F

Data Cabling

DMX Data Cable
Cable Connectors

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

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ETTING UP A DMX SERIAL DATA LINK............................................................................................................ 9

ASTER/SLAVE FIXTURE LINKING...................................................................................................................10

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OUNTING...................................................................................................................................................10

Orientation

Rigging ............................................................................................................................................10

4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................................................11

AVIGATING THE CONTROL PANEL .................................................................................................................11

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ENU MAP...................................................................................................................................................11

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Menu Functions

PERATION..................................................................................................................................................12

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Stand-Alone Mode (Sound-Ac
Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound, Mast

DMX Mode.............................................................................................................................................13

DMX CHANNEL VALUES (19-CHANNEL MODE) .................................................................................................13

CHANNEL VALUES (13-CHANNEL MODE) .................................................................................................14

DMX

Gobo DMX Val

ENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................................................15

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ECHNICAL SUPPORT....................................................................................................................................16

5. APPENDIX.................................................................................................................................................16

PRIMER...............................................................................................................................................16

DMX

ENERAL MAINTENANCE ...............................................................................................................................17

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ETURNS PROCEDURE..................................................................................................................................17

LAIMS........................................................................................................................................................17

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ECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................................................18

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

What is included

¾ 1 x Constellation™

1 x HMI 575W Lamp

¾
¾

Power Cord

¾ W

arranty Card

¾ User

Unpacking Instructions

AC Power

Warning! Verify that the voltage select switch on your unit matches the

Manual

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.

To determine the power requirements for a particular fixture, see the label affixed to the back plate of
the fixture or refer to the fixture’s specifications chart. A fixture’s listed current rating is its average
current draw under normal conditions. 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. Before applying power to a
fixture, check that the source voltage matches the fixture’s requirement.
Check the fixture or device carefully to make sure that if a voltage selection
switch exists that it is set to the correct line voltage you will use.

line voltage applied. Damage to your fixture may result if the
line voltage applied does not match the voltage indicated on
the voltage selector switch. All fixtures must be connected to
circuits with a suitable Earth Ground.

Figure 1 - AC Voltage Switch

Not all fixtures have a voltage
select switch. Please be sure to
connect to the proper voltage.

Contact Us

World Wide

General Information Chauvet Lighting

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

Technical Support Chauvet Lighting

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 keep this User Guide for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure that
y also receive this instruction booklet.

the

• Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line voltage you are

connecting to is not higher tha

• 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 w

• 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

replace with same lamp source.

• Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain. Never carr

its carrying handles.

• Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 95°F (35°C). Do n

than this.

• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately

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.

• Don’t 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.

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

n that stated on the decal or rear panel of the fixture.

hile operating.

be sure to

y the fixture solely by its head. Use

ot operate fixture at temperatures higher

. Never try to repair the

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

• 13 or 19-channel DMX-512 centerpiece

• Pan: 180° / tilt: 9

• Pan/tilt control of each mirror individually

• Mechanical dimmer/shutter/strobe

• Blackout, reset, sound activation and built-in automatic programs via DMX

• 6 rotating gobo wheels

7 glass, rotating gobos + open on each wheel
Rotating gobo wheel spin effect for each wheel

• Remote fixture reset, lamp on/off and vector control channel

Additional Features

• Built-in automated programs via master/slave or DMX

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

• Centrally-located lamp holder for easy lamp changes

• Micro-stepping motors

• LED display

• Thermal switch

• Fan cooled

DMX Channel Summary

CHANNEL FUNCTION (19 CHANNEL MODE) CHANNEL FUNCTION (13 CHANNEL MODE)

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19

Pan 1
Tilt 1
Pan 2
Tilt 2
Pan 3
Tilt 3
Pan 4
Tilt 4
Pan 5
Tilt 5
Pan 6
Tilt 6
Vector Speed
Shutter/Strobe
Gobo 1 & 4
Gobo 2 & 5
Gobo 3 & 6
Gobo Rotate
Lamp On/Off, Reset & Auto Modes

0° (each mirror)

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

Pan 1 & 4
Tilt 1 & 4
Pan 2 & 5
Tilt 2 & 5
Pan 3 & 6
Tilt 3 & 6
Vector Speed
Shutter/Strobe
Gobo 1 & 4
Gobo 2 & 5
Gobo 3 & 6
Gobo Rotate
Lamp On/Off, Reset & Auto Modes

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Product Overview

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Scanning
Head

Scanning
Head

Microphone

DMX Input
Connector

Safety Hook

Scanning
Head

Scanning
Head

Scanning
Head

Lamp
Access

Scanning
Head

Top of Unit

DMX Output
Connector

Blackout
Controller
Jack

Power/DMX
Indicato

IEC Power
Connector

Main Fuse

Secondary
Fuse

Control Panel

Top of Unit

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