Chauvet Eclipse User Manual

Snapshot

Use on Dimmer

Outdoor OK

Sound Activated

DMX512

Master/Slave

Autoswitching

Power Supply

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 .................................................................................................................................................................. 2

What is included .......................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Unpacking Instructions ............................................................................................................................................................... 2

AC Power .................................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................................................................................... 3

NON-INTERLOCKED HOUSING WARNING ............................................................................................................................ 4

LASER SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................. 4

LASER SAFETY LABEL REPRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................. 5

AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE............................................................................................................................................. 6

LASER EMISSION DATA ........................................................................................................................................................... 6

LASER COMPLIANCE STATEMENT ........................................................................................................................................ 6

LASER EXPOSURE WARNING ................................................................................................................................................ 6

2. Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Features ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Product Overview ........................................................................................................................................................................ 7

Product Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Proper Usage .............................................................................................................................................................................. 9

3. Setup .................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Mounting .................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Orientation ................................................................................................................................................................................. 10

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

General Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................................... 10

Contact Us................................................................................................................................................................................. 11

4. Appendix .............................................................................................................................................................................. 11

Returns Procedure .................................................................................................................................................................... 11

Claims........................................................................................................................................................................................ 12

Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................................................... 12

1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

What is included

 1 x Eclipse™
 1 x Power cable
 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.

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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 fuse and be sure to replace with

same fuse size and rating.
Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain.
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.
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 f aces, 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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LASER SAFETY LABEL REPRODUCTION

LASER HAZARD

WARNING LABEL

LASER APERTURE LABEL

EXPLANATORY,

MANUFACTURER’S ID &

CERTIFICATION LABEL

NON INTERLOCKED

HOUSING LABEL

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LASER CLASSIFICATION

CLASS 3R (EQUIV. TO US CLASS IIIA)

Green Laser Medium

DPSS Nd:YVO4, 532nm

Red Laser Medium

LD GaAlAs 650nm, typical

Beam Diameter

<5mm at aperture

Pulse Data

All pulses < 4Hz (>0.25sec)

Divergence (each beam)

<2 mrad

Divergence (total light)

<160 degrees

Laser Power of Each
Beam from Aperture*

<5MW

LASER EXPOSURE WARNING

LASER LIGHT
AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE

Further guidelines and safety programs for safe use of lasers can be found in the ANSI Z136.1 Standard “For Safe Use of
Lasers”, available from the Laser Institute of America: www.laserinstitute.org. Many local governments, corporations,

agencies, military and others, require all lasers to be used under the guidelines of ANSI Z136.1. Laser Display guidance
can be obtained via the International Laser Display Association: www.laserist.org.

LASER EMISSION DATA

*As measured under IEC measurement conditions for classification.

LASER COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

THIS LASER PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH EN/IEC 60825-1 ED 2, 2007-03, AND US FDA/CDRH FLPPS VIA THE TERMS OF LASER
NOTICE NO. 50 DATED JUNE 24, 2007. THIS LASER DEVICE IS CLASSIFIED 3R. (CLASS 3R IS THE INTERNATIONAL EQUIVALENT

OF US CLASS IIIA). NO MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED TO KEEP THIS PRODUCT IN COMPLIANCE WITH LASER performance

standards.

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2. INTRODUCTION

Hanging
bracket

Bracket

adjustment

knob (1 of 2)

LED output

Laser Aperture

Features

Creates a soothing night sky atmosphere
Separate control of laser effect and LED

High-power, 5W (1,000mA) LED
Complies with FDA / CDRH standards for ClassIIIR

Additional power output: max 50 units @ 120V

Product Overview

Laser: rotation direction and speed, separate red and green strobe rates or full on
LED: rotation direction and speed, electronic dimmer (0 – 100%)

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Product Dimensions

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Proper Usage

CAUTION: Use of controls, adjustments, or
performance of procedures other than what is specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure

This fixture has been designed to be hung. It is recommended for safety purposes, your
lighting effects are properly mounted using a suitable hanging clamp and safety cable. Items
appropriate for safe and effective mounting are easily sourced from your lighting vendor.

International laser safety regulations require that lasers must be operated in the fashion
illustrated below, with a minimum of 3 meters (9.8 ft) of vertical separation between the floor
and the lowest laser light vertically. Additionally, 3 meters of horizontal separation is required
between laser light and audience or other public spaces.

CAUTION: Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of

procedures other than what is specified herein may result in

hazardous radiation exposure

3 meters

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Hanging Clamp

Note!
Clamp is sold separately.

3. SETUP

CONTROL FUNCTION

DESCRIPTION

Laser rotation button

Push in=rotate counterclockwise
Push out= rotate clockwise

Laser rotation speed knob

Turn clockwise to increase the rotation of the
laser effect

Laser red strobe knob

Turn clockwise to increase the strobe speed of
the red laser from slow to full on

Laser green strobe knob

Turn clockwise to increase the strobe speed of
the green laser from slow to full on

LED rotation button

Push in=rotate counterclockwise
Push out= rotate clockwise

LED rotation speed knob

Turn clockwise to increase the rotation speed of
the deep blue LED effect from static to full
speed

LED brightness knob

Turn clockwise to increase the intensity of the
deep blue LED effect from off to full on

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 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.

Operation

Note! The lasers cannot be turned off. They can be set to a slow strobe.
Note! At higher rotation speeds, the operation noise may increase from the fixture.

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This is normal.

General Troubleshooting

Symptom

Solution(s)

Applies to

Lights

Foggers

& Snow

Controllers

Dimmers

& Chaser

Breaker/Fuse keeps
blowing

Check total load placed on device



Chase is too slow

Check users manual for speed adjustment

 



Device has no power

Check for power on Mains.
Check device’s fuse. (internal and/or external)

 



Loss of signal

Use only DMX cables
Install terminator
Note: Keep DMX cables separated from power cables
or black lights.

  



No laser output

Bounce mirror motor may have shifted during shipping;
readjust



If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET Technical Support.

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

World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com

4. APPENDIX

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 i ts own

discretion to repair or replace product(s). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is

always a safe method to use.

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

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

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Claims

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.

Technical Specifications

WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS

Length ................................................................................................................................ 7.9 in (180 mm)

Width .................................................................................................................................. 9.3 in (236 mm)

Height ................................................................................................................................. 6.4 in (163 mm)

Weight .................................................................................................................................. 3.6 lbs (1.6 kg)

POWER

Autoswitching power supply .................................................................................. 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz

Fuse .................................................................................................................... T1.5 A 250 V (slow-blow)

Power Consumption ........................................................................................ 20 W (0.2 A) max @ 120 V

Inrush Current ...................................................................................................................... 0.1 A @ 120 V

Power Consumption ........................................................................................ 18 W (0.1 A) max @ 230 V

Inrush Current ...................................................................................................................... 0.2 A @ 230 V

Power Output ............................................................................. 50 units max @ 120 V, 90 units @ 230V

LIGHT SOURCE

LED ................................................................................. 5W 1,000 mA (1 deep blue 450 nm) 50,000 hrs

LASER

Green diode ........................................................................................................................ 532 nm 30 mW

Red diode ............................................................................................................................ 650 nm 80 mW

Laser Type ......................................................................................................................................... DPSS

Cooling ...................................................................................................................................... Fan Cooled

RANGE

Coverage Angle ....................................................................................................................................120°

THERMAL

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

ORDERING INFORMATION

Eclipse™ .......................................................................................................................................ECLIPSE

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Warranty.................................................................................................................. 1-year limited warranty

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