Chauvet LEGEND 550 User Manual

Legend™ 550

User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ................................................................................................................................................... 3

WHAT IS INCLUDED ................................................................................................................................................................................ 3

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................... 3

AC POWER........................................................................................................................................................................................... 3

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

2. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................... 5

FEATURES ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 5

ADDITIONAL FEATURES .......................................................................................................................................................................... 5

DMX CHANNEL SUMMARY ..................................................................................................................................................................... 6

PRODUCT OVERVIEW............................................................................................................................................................................. 7

3. SETUP .......................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Maximizing the life of your lamp ................................................................................................................................ 9

Fuse Replacement .................................................................................................................................................... 9

FasTap™ Voltage and Frequency adjustment .......................................................................................................... 9

LAMP ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10

Lamp Installation ..................................................................................................................................................... 10

Replacing Gobos .................................................................................................................................................... 11

FIXTURE LINKING................................................................................................................................................................................. 12

Data Cabling ........................................................................................................................................................... 12

DMX Data Cable ..................................................................................................................................................... 12

Cable Connectors ................................................................................................................................................... 13

3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart .............................................................................................................................. 13

Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link .......................................................................................................................... 14

MASTER/SLAVE FIXTURE LINKING ......................................................................................................................................................... 14

MOUNTING.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Orientation .............................................................................................................................................................. 15

Rigging ................................................................................................................................................................... 15

4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................... 16

NAVIGATING THE CONTROL PANEL........................................................................................................................................................ 16

MENU MAP ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 17

Menu Map (Home position adjustments) ................................................................................................................. 18

DMX CHANNEL VALUES ...................................................................................................................................................................... 19

12 channel mode (8-bit Pan/Tilt) ............................................................................................................................. 19

18 channel mode (16-bit Pan/Tilt) ........................................................................................................................... 21

Setting the DMX starting address ............................................................................................................................ 23

LEGEND™ 550 TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................................................................................................... 23

TECHNICAL SUPPORT .......................................................................................................................................................................... 23

CONTACT US ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 24

5. APPENDIX .................................................................................................................................................................. 24

DMX PRIMER ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 24

GENERAL MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................................................................................... 25

RETURNS PROCEDURE ........................................................................................................................................................................ 25

CLAIMS .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 25

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................ 26

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

What is included

Ø 1 x Legend™ 550 Spot
Ø 2 x Omega brackets
Ø 1 x Warranty Card
Ø 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

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.

Warning! Verify that the voltage taps on the transformer in the unit match the line voltage applied.

All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable earth ground.

Damage to your fixture may result if the line voltage applied does not match the voltage
indicated on the voltage selector 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 20 in (50 cm) 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.

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

12 or 18-channel DMX moving y oke
Pan: 540° / tilt: 270°
Color wheel
Two independent color wheels with 9 trapezoid dichroic colors plus white
Step/split colors
Rainbow color spin at variable speeds
Fixed gobo wheel with gobo shake
9 steel replaceable gobos plus open
Indexed, rotating gobo wheel with gobo shake
7 glass, interchangeable, slot-n-lock gobos + open
Gobo wheel spin at variable speeds
Frost on color wheel
3-facet rot ating pris m
Variable double bladed shutter
Variable iris
Variable focus
Variable dimmer (0 – 100%)
Move-in-black for pan/tilt, color, gobo
Remote fi x ture rese t , lamp on/off and vector speed a djustments
Built-in movement macros with range adj ustments

Additional Features

Automatic pan & tilt correction
FasTap™ f or easy acc es s to voltage re-tap

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DMX Channel Summary

C

18­(ADVANCED MODE)

C

12­(BASIC MODE)

1

1

2

Pan fine

2 Tilt

3

3

4

Tilt fine

4 Shutter

5

5

6

Dimmer

6 Color 2

7

7

8

Color 1

8 Gobo 1

9

Color 2

9 Gobo 2

10

10

11

Gobo 2

11

Focus

12

Gobo 2 rotation

12

Prism

13

Focus

14

15

Prism

16

Preset Color

17

Movement Macro

18

Function

HANNEL

CHANNEL OPERATION

Pan

Tilt

Pan/tilt speed

Shutter

Gobo 1

HANNEL

CHANNEL OPERATION

Pan

Dimmer

Color 1

Iris

Gobo 2 rotation

Iris

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Product Overview

DMX Out
5-pin

DMX Out

DMX In

button

DMX In

Power input

(hardwired)

Slave
LED Indicator

Master

Indicator

UP

ENTER

MENU

DOWN

Power on/off

Fuse

DMX LED

3-pin

3-pin

5-pin

Sound LED
Indicator

Standalone

LED Indicator

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Standalone

3. SETUP

1 2 3 4 5

6

7 1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9

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FUSE

Maximizing the life of your lamp

Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always

115V

208V

230V

100V

50Hz

60Hz

To ensure the longest and most efficient use of the lamp always wait between 10 to 15

minutes before re-applying power after a shutdown.

Failure to do so could result in premature aging of the lamp and failure to the electronics that drive it.

Never turn off the power to the unit while the lamp is striking. Always wait 15 minutes after powering
on the fixture before powering down. Turning off the lamp during striking may permanently damage

the lamp

.

Fuse Replacement

replace with the same type fuse.

With a Phillips #2 screwdriver, unscrew the fuse
holder from its housing. Remove the damaged
fuse from its holder and replace with exact
same type fuse. Screw the fuse holder back in
its place and reconnect power.

The fuse is located inside
this compartment. Remove
using a Phillips #2
screwdriver.

FasTap™ Voltage and Frequency adjustment

Warning! Remove power from mains prior to this operation

This fixture will operate with multiple voltage and frequency options. Depending on the power being supplied to the fixture,
you may modify the connections on the terminal block. Please see the below instructions for modifying the settings.

1. Disconnect the fixture from the mains power.

2. Unscrew the 2 screws that hold the FasTap™ cover in place.

3. Unscrew the screw on the terminal block according to the desired voltage and frequency and
retighten snugly as needed.

4. Re-install the FasTap™ cover back into place.

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Lamp

S2

N

S3

Front

Clip

Lamp end

screw

Lamp
envelope

Lamp

contact

You may have to install a lamp prior to the initial operation of the fixture. An MSI575 high
intensity discharge lamp is included.

Warning! When replacing the lamp, please wait 15 minutes after powering down to allow the unit to

Lamp Installation

Warning! Make sure that the clips on the lamp socket

cool down! Always disconnect from main power prior to lamp replacement.

Do not touch the envelope (glass area) of the bulb with bare hands. If this happens, clean the lamp
with alcohol and wipe it with a lint free cloth before installation.

1. Unscrew the 4 screws (S1) to detach the top cover.

2. Unscrew screws (S2) to remove lamp cover and
expose lamp compartment.

3. To remove the l amp, loos en both lamp end

screws (S3) to relieve the pressure from
the lamp socket slots. This way, you will be
able to slide the lamp freely upwards and
out of the lamp socket. Raise the lamp
evenly to remove it.

4. To ins tall a new lamp, loosen both sc rews

on the double- ended lamp to allow the
lamp to slide into the lamp socket slots.
Lower the lamp evenly.

are toward the front of the fixture.

5. Before tightening the lamp end screws,

rotate the bulb until the nipple on the
envelope (N) of the bulb is facing upwards
as illustrated.

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S1

Replacing Gobos

1. Unscrew the 4 screws (S1) to detach the top cover.

2. For the rot ating gobo wheel, it is a simple matter of removing
the slot-n-lock gobo single assembly. Using your thumb and
forefinger, grasp the gobo and remove it fro the gobo wheel.

3. Then, using a small prying tool, remove the gobo tension ring and remove from the gobo aperture.

4. Push the gobo with your finger from the back side following the same direction t hat the tensi on
ring was removed.

Caution! Tension ring could pop out abruptly and fall inside the fixture. Please use caution when

removing and if necessary use both hands.

Note! Replacing the gobos on the static gobo wheel is achieved using the same method as the

rotating gobo wheel. However, the gobo wheel is not slot-n-lock.

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Fixture Linking

You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX 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 standard no more than 32 fixtures 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.

Maximum recommended serial data link distance: 500 m (1640 ft)
Maximum rec ommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32

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.

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 must
have the following characteristics:

Type: shielded, 2-conductor twisted pair
Maximum capacitance between conductors: 30 pF/ft
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield: 55 pF/ft
Maximum resistance: 20 ohms/1000 ft
Nominal impedance: 100 ~ 140 ohms

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COMMON

DMX +

DMX -

INPUT

OUTPUT

3

2

3

2

To avoid signal transmi ssion
always advisable to connect a DMX

Resistance 120 ohm

5-pin DMX connector configuration

Cable Connectors

3-P

5-P

Conductor

3-Pin Female (Output)

5-Pin Male (Input)

Ground/Shield

Pin 1

Pin 1

Data ( - ) signal

Pin 2

Pin 2

Data ( + ) signal

Not used

Pin 4

Not used

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

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

3-pin DMX connector configuration

problems and interference, it is
signal terminator.

1

3

1

1

Resistance 120 ohm
¼ W between pin 2
(DMX -) and pin 3
(DMX +) on the output
of the last fixture.

2

¼ W between pin 2
(DMX -) and pin 3
(DMX +) on the output
of the last fixture.

3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart

Note! If you use a controller with a 5-pin DMX output connector, you wi ll need to use a 5-pi n t o 3-pin

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adapter. CHAUVET Model No: DMX5M, or DMX5F.T h e chart below details a proper cable
conversion:

IN TO

IN CONVERSION CHART

Pin 3 Pin 3

Pin 5

fixture.

Universal DMX Controller

Often, the setup for Master-Slave

Master

Slave

Slave

Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link

1. Connect the (male) 3 or 5-pin connector

side of the DMX cable to the output
(female) 3 or 5-pin connector of the
controller.

2. Connect the end of the cable coming from

the controller which will have a (female) 3­or 5-pin connector to the input connector of
the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 or
5-pin connector.

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 1.5 m/4.9 ft
DMX4.5 DMX Cable 4.5 m/14.8 ft
DMX10 DMX Cable 10 m/32.8 ft

Master/Slave Fixture Linking

Continue the link

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

1. Connect the (male) 3 or 5-pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 or 5-pin

connector of the first fixture.

2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a (fem al e) 3 or 5-pin

connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 or 5-pin connector.
Then, proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and
so on.

and Standalone operation requires
that the first fixture in the cha i n b e
initialized for this purpose via
settings in the control panel.
Secondarily, the fixtures that follow
may also require a slave setti ng.
Please consult the “Operating
Instructions” section in this manual
for comple te instructions for th is
type of setup and configuration.

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Hanging Clamp

Clamp is sold separately.

Mounting

Orientation

This fixture may be mounted in a vertical position. This can be a hanging or a sitting position,
provided there is adequate room for ventilation.

Note! It is not recommended to mount th is fixture at any other odd angle, other than standard

hanging or sitting position. Failure to comply with this may cause damage not
the warranty.

Rigging

It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. Mount the fixture
using, a suitable “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!

covered under

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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Button

Function

Used to access the menu or to return to a

Scrolls through menu options in ascending

Used to select and store the current menu

Navigating the Control Panel

Access control panel functions using the four panel buttons located directly underneath the LED
Display.

<MENU>

<UP>

<DOWN>

<ENTER>

The control panel LED display shows the menu items you select from the menu map. When a menu
function is selected, the display will show immediately the first available option for the selected menu
function. To select a menu item, press <ENTER>.

Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to navigate the menu map and menu options. Press the
<ENTER> button to access the menu function currently displayed or to enable a menu option. To
return to the previous option or menu without changing the value, press the <MENU> button.

previous menu option

order
Scrolls through menu options in descending

order

or option within a menu

Note! After each setting change in the control panel, you must perform a system reset,

in order for the changes to take effect.

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Menu Map

MAIN FUNCTION

SELECTION

INSTRUCTION

Addr

001 - 512

12Ch

18Ch

Sh 1

Sh 2

horizon, 30° below horizon

Sh 4

movement @ 90° (vertically, front 75°, back 15°)

SL 1

SL 2

Slave mode 2. Used to create contrast between
other fixtures.

on

oFF

no

YES

no

1

no

1

on

oFF

1dSP

dSP1

FAd1

FAd2

Gobo2 focus adjust 2-tilt(135°/45°),
pan(90°/180°/270°)

tESt

tENp

FhrS

on

oFF

Poon

PooF

uEr

rSEt

ChNd

ShNd

Sh 3

DMX starting address assignment
8-bit operating mode

16-bit operating mode
Tilt movement @ 210°
Tilt movement @ 90°

Speaker standing mode-pan movement @ 160°
(left-to-right), tilt moveme n t @ 90° (60° above

SLNd

Hanging mode- pan movement @ 160°, tilt

Slave mode “Normal”

SOUn

bLNd

1Pan

1tLt

LEd

1dSP

LANP

LPNd

Fixture reset

Sound mode on
Sound mode off
Blackout mode “Yes”
Blackout mode “No”
Pan normal
Pan inversion
Tilt normal
Tilt inversion
Display on (always on)
Display off (turns off when no activity)
Display normal
Display inversion

Gobo1 focus adjust 1-tilt(135°/45°),
pan(90°/180°/270°)

Self test
Ambient temperature of the lamp
Fixture operation hours

Lamp on
Lamp off
Lamp Mode on (on when powering fixture)
Lamp Mode off (off when powering the fixture)

Software version

Note! After each setting change in the control panel, you must perform a system reset,

in order for the changes to take effect.

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Menu Map (Home position adjustments)

M

I

oPan

otIL

odIN

oCo1

oCo2

oGo1

oGo2

orGo

oPr1

oIrI

oFoc

This is a hidden menu in the fixture. If the home position of one of the motors becomes misaligned,
you can use this menu to realign/offset the function. See the below steps for accessing this function.

1. Scroll through the menu, until you reach the

2. Press and hold the <ENTER> button for 5 s econds.

3. Scroll to the desired attribute.

4. Press <ENTER>.

5. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to adjust the home position.

6. Once the position has been selected, press <ENTER>.

Note! The “home position” is the location that the fixture finds during the reset(home) process.

FAdJ mode.

AIN FUNCTION

NSTRUCTION

Pan offset
Tilt offset
Dimmer offset
Color 1 offset
Color 2 offset
Gobo 1 offset
Gobo 2 offset
R-Gobo offset
Prism offse t
Iris offset
Focus offset

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DMX Channel Values

C

V

F

000 ó 255

0 ó 540

000 ó 255

0 ó 270

000 ó 255

Dimmer

0% ó 100%

248 ó 255

Shutter

Open

Color 1

192 ó 255

Rotate counterclockwise (slow ó fast)

192 ó 255

Rotate counterclockwise (slow ó fast)

096 ó 111

Gobo 6

12 channel mode (8-bit Pan/Tilt)

HANNEL

ALUE

1

2

3

UNCTION

Pan

Tilt

4

5

6

000 ó 007
008 ó 015
016 ó 131
132 ó 185
186 ó 239
240 ó 247

000 ó 006
007 ó 012
013 ó 018
019 ó 025
026 ó 031
032 ó 037
038 ó 044
045 ó 050
051 ó 056
057 ó 063
064 ó 127
128 ó 191
192 ó 255

000 ó 006
007 ó 012
013 ó 018
019 ó 025
026 ó 031
032 ó 037
038 ó 044
045 ó 050
051 ó 056
057 ó 063
064 ó 127
128 ó 191

Closed
Open
Strobe (slow ó fast)
Gobo shake 1 (slow ó fast)
Gobo shake 2 (slow ó fast)
Random Strobe

Open (white)
Pink
Purple
UV
Dark Blue
Blue
Green
Magenta
Red
Yellow
Split Colors
Rotate clockwise (fast óslow)
Rotate counterclockwise (slow ó fast)

Color 2

Open (white)
Orange
Light Yellow
Light Blue
Light Green
Pink
Light Yellow
5600 K
3200 K
Frost
Split Colors
Rotate clockwise (fast óslow)

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000 ó 127

7

128 ó 170
171 ó 212
213 ó 255

000 ó 012
013 ó 025
026 ó 038
039 ó 050
051 ó 063

8

064 ó 076
077 ó 088
089 ó 101
102 ó 114
115 ó 127
128 ó 191

000 ó 015
016 ó 031
032 ó 047

9

048 ó 063
064 ó 079
080 ó 095

Iris

100% ó 0%
Iris Macro (slow closed ó fast open) (slow ó fast)
Iris Macro (fast close d ó slow open) (slow ó fast)
Iris Macro (slow open ó slow closed) (slow ó fast)

Gobo 1

Open (white)
Gobo 1
Gobo 2
Gobo 3
Gobo 4
Gobo 5
Gobo 6
Gobo 7
Gobo 8
Gobo 9
Rotate clockwise (fast óslow)

Gobo 2

Open (white)
Gobo 1
Gobo 2
Gobo 3
Gobo 4
Gobo 5

112 ó 127

128 ó 191

192 ó 255

Gobo 7
Rotate clockwise (slow ó fast)

Gobo 2 Rotation

000 ó 255

Near ó far

136 ó 255

Prism

Prism-rotate clockwise (slow ó fast)

…continued

Rotate counterclockwise (fast óslow)

10

11

12

000 ó 127
128 ó 191
192 ó 255

000 ó 007
008 ó 015
016 ó 135

Gobo indexing
Rotate clockwise (fast óslow)
Rotate counterclockwise (slow ó fast)

Focus

No prism
Prism-static
Prism-rotate counterclockwise (fast ó slow)

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18 channel mode (16-bit Pan/Tilt)

C

V

F

Pan

2

000 ó 255

Pan fine

000 ó 255

0 ó 270

4

000 ó 255

Tilt fine

000 ó 255

Pan/Tilt speed

(Normal > Slow)

000 ó 255

Dimmer

0% ó 100%

248 ó 255

Shutter

Open

192 ó 255

Color 1

Rotate counterclockwise (slow ó fast)

Color 2

192 ó 255

Rotate counterclockwise (slow ó fast)

192 ó 255

Rotate counterclockwise (slow ó fast)

HANNEL

1

3

5

6

ALUE

000 ó 255

UNCTION

0 ó 540

Tilt

10

7

8

9

000 ó 007
008 ó 015
016 ó 131
132 ó 185
186 ó 239
240 ó 247

000 ó 006
007 ó 012
013 ó 018
019 ó 025
026 ó 031
032 ó 037
038 ó 044
045 ó 050
051 ó 056
057 ó 063
064 ó 127
128 ó 191

000 ó 006
007 ó 012
013 ó 018
019 ó 025
026 ó 031
032 ó 037
038 ó 044
045 ó 050
051 ó 056
057 ó 063
064 ó 127
128 ó 191
192 ó 255

000 ó 012
013 ó 025
026 ó 038
039 ó 050
051 ó 063
064 ó 076
077 ó 088
089 ó 101
102 ó 114
115 ó 127
128 ó 191

Closed
Open
Strobe (slow ó fast)
Gobo shake 1 (slow ó fast)
Gobo shake 2 (slow ó fast)
Random Strobe

Open (white)
Pink
Purple
UV
Dark Blue
Blue
Green
Magenta
Red
Yellow
Split Colors
Rotate clockwise (fast óslow)

Open (white)
Orange
Light Yellow
Light Blue
Light Green
Pink
Light Yellow
5600 K
3200 K
Frost
Split Colors
Rotate clockwise (fast óslow)
Rotate counterclockwise (slow ó fast)

Gobo 1

Open (white)
Gobo 1
Gobo 2
Gobo 3
Gobo 4
Gobo 5
Gobo 6
Gobo 7
Gobo 8
Gobo 9
Rotate clockwise (fast óslow)

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000 ó 015
016 ó 031
032 ó 047
048 ó 063

11

064 ó 079
080 ó 095
096 ó 111
112 ó 127
128 ó 191

Open (white)
Gobo 1
Gobo 2
Gobo 3
Gobo 4
Gobo 5
Gobo 6
Gobo 7
Rotate clockwise (fast óslow)

Gobo 2

12

192 ó 255

Gobo 2 Rotation

Rotate counterclockwise (slow ó fast)

13

Focus

136 ó 255

Prism

Prism-rotate clockwise (slow ó fast)

218 ó 255

Preset Color

Color 6

248 ó 255

Movement Macro

Macro 24

240 ó 255

Control

No function

…continued

14

15

000 ó 127
128 ó 191

000 ó 255

000 ó 127
128 ó 170
171 ó 212
213 ó 255

000 ó 007
008 ó 015
016 ó 135

Gobo indexing
Rotate clockwise (fast óslow)

Near ó far

Iris

100% ó 0%
Iris Macro (slow closed ó fast open) (slow ó fast)
Iris Macro (fast close d ó slow open) (slow ó fast)
Iris Macro (slow open ó slow closed) (slow ó fast)

No prism
Prism-static
Prism-rotate counterclockwise (fast ó slow)

16

17

18

000 ó 007
008 ó 049
050 ó 091
092 ó 133
134 ó 175
176 ó 217

000 ó 063
064 ó 071
072 ó 079
080 ó 087
088 ó 095
096 ó 103
104 ó 111
112 ó 119
120 ó 127
128 ó 135
136 ó 143
144 ó 151
152 ó 159
160 ó 167
168 ó 175
176 ó 183
184 ó 191
192 ó 199
200 ó 207
208 ó 215
216 ó 223
224 ó 231
232 ó 239
240 ó 247

000 ó 069
070 ó 079
080 ó 089
090 ó 099
100 ó 109
110 ó 119
120 ó 129
130 ó 139
140 ó 199
200 ó 209
210 ó 229
230 ó 239

Open (white)
Color 1
Color 2
Color 3
Color 4
Color 5

No Macro
Macro 1
Macro 2
Macro 3
Macro 4
Macro 5
Macro 6
Macro 7
Macro 8
Macro 9
Macro 10
Macro 11
Macro 12
Macro 13
Macro 14
Macro 15
Macro 16
Macro 17
Macro 18
Macro 19
Macro 20
Macro 21
Macro 22
Macro 23

No function
Pan/tilt move-in-black enable
Pan/tilt move-in-black disable
Color move-in-black enable
Color move-in-black disable
Gobo move-in-black enable
Gobo move-in-black disable
Lamp On
No function
Reset
No function
Lamp Off

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Setting the DMX starting address

This DMX mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. Each fixture requires a "start address"
from 1 ~ 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 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.

Legend™ 550 Troubleshooting

Symptom Solution(s)

Auto shut off Check fan thermal switch reset

Beam is very dim or not bright

Breaker/Fuse keeps blowing Check total load placed on device
Device has no power

Fixture is not responding

Clean optical system or replace lamp
Check voltage switch for proper setting

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

Check Display settings for correct addressing
Check DMX cables

Lamps cuts off sporadically

Light will not come on after power
failure

Loss of signal

Moves slowly Check FasTap™
No light output Check lamp
Stand alone mode This fixture features stand-alone functions. See “Menu Map” for details.

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

Possible bad lamp or fixture is overheating.
Lamp may be at end of its life.

Discharge lamps require a cooling off period before the electronics in the
fixture can kick start it again, wait 5 ~ 10 minutes before powering up.

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

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

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Contact Us

World Wide

General Information CHAUVET

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

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Technical Support CHAUVET

World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com

5.

APPENDIX

DMX Primer

There are 512 channels in a DMX connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A fixture
capable of receiving DMX 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.

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

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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. Do not let the fans free spool with an air
compressor. 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

©CHAUVET, 2009, All Rights Reserved

WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS

Length ........................................................................................................................... 17 in (439 mm)

Width............................................................................................................................. 17 in (431 mm)

Height ........................................................................................................................... 21 in (539 mm)

Weight..................................................................................................................... 72.15 lbs (32.8 kg)

POWER

FasTap™ user-selectable .................................................................. 100/115/208/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Fuse ............................................................................................................... F 15 A, 250 V 6 x 30 mm

Power Consumption max @ 120 V, 60 Hz .......................................................................... 960 W, 8 A

Inrush Current @ 120 V, 60 Hz .................................................................................................... 8.9 A

Power Factor @ 120 V, 60 Hz ........................................................................................................ 0.71

Power Consumption max @ 230 V, 50 Hz ....................................................................... 943 W, 4.1 A

Inrush Current @ 230 V, 50 Hz .................................................................................................... 4.5 A

Power Factor @ 230 V, 50 Hz ........................................................................................................ 0.75

LIGHT SOURCE

Lamp ...................................................................... Philips® MSI 575W or GE CSR 575 DE, 1,000 hrs

PHOTO OPTIC

Luminance @ 2 m ................................................................................................................ 17,527 lux

Beam Angle .................................................................................................................................... 17°

RANGE

Pan ............................................................................................................................................... 540°

Tilt ................................................................................................................................................. 270°

GOBOS

Outs ide diameter ..................................................................................................................... 37.3 mm

Image diameter (maximum) ........................................................................................................ 30 mm

Max thickness (Static gobo wheel) ............................................................................................... 1 mm

Max thickness (Rotating gobo wheel) ...................................................................................... 2.57 mm

HERMAL

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

Cooling ................................................................................................................................ Fan cooled

CONTROL & PROGRAMMING

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

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

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

Data input (5-pin) .................................................................................. locking 5-pin XLR male socket

Data output (5-pin) ............................................................................. locking 5-pin XLR female socket

Data pin configuration (5-pin) .................................. pin 1 shield, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+), pin 4+5 (not used)

Protocols .................................................................................................................. USITT DMX512-A

DMX Channels .............................................................................................. User configurable: 12, 18

ORDERING INFORMATION

Legend™ 550 Spot ................................................................................................. LEGEND550SPOT

WARRANTY INFORMATION

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

Information and specifications in this user manual are subject to change without notice.
CHAUVET assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this document.

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