Chauvet O-Beast User Manual

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Use on Dimmer

Outdoor Use

Sound Activated

DMX 512

Master/Slave

Autoswitching

Power Supply

Replaceable Fuse

User Serviceable

Duty Cycle

User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

SYMBOLS ................................................................................................................................................................................... 3

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

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................................................................. 4

2. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................................................... 4

FEATURES.................................................................................................................................................................................. 4

Additional Features ............................................................................................................................................................ 4

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

PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................................... 5

3. SETUP .................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

FUSE REPLACEMENT ................................................................................................................................................................... 6

FIXTURE LINKING......................................................................................................................................................................... 6

DMX Data Cable ................................................................................................................................................................ 6

Cable Connectors .............................................................................................................................................................. 7

3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart ....................................................................................................................................... 7

Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link ................................................................................................................................... 7

MASTER/SLAVE FIXTURE LINKING .................................................................................................................................................. 8

MOUNTING ................................................................................................................................................................................. 8

Orientation.......................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Rigging ............................................................................................................................................................................... 8

4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................................................................. 9

OPERATION MODES ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Stand-Alone Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode): .............................................................................................................. 9

Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound, Master Auto): .......................................................................................................... 9

DMX Mode ....................................................................................................................................................................... 10

USING DMX MODE.................................................................................................................................................................... 10

DMX Channel Values ...................................................................................................................................................... 10

Setting the Starting Address............................................................................................................................................ 11

DMX Quick Reference Chart ........................................................................................................................................... 12

GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................................................................................... 13

CONTACT US ............................................................................................................................................................................ 14

5. APPENDIX ............................................................................................................................................................................ 14

DMX PRIMER ........................................................................................................................................................................... 14

GENERAL MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................................ 15

RETURNS PROCEDURE ............................................................................................................................................................... 15

CLAIMS .................................................................................................................................................................................... 15

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................................................................... 16

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

What is included

 1 x O-Beast™
 1 x Power Cord
 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 arrived in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain
the packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton 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.

Symbols

This paragraph contains critical installation, configuration or operation information. Failure to comply
with this information may render the fixture partially or completely inoperative, cause damage to the
fixture or cause harm to the operator/user/technician.

This paragraph contains important installation or configuration information. Failure to comply with this
information may prevent the fixture from functioning correctly.

This paragraph reminds you of useful, although not critical, information.

AC Power

This fixture has an auto-switching power supply that can accommodate a wide range of input voltages
(100V - 240VAC, 50/60Hz). Before powering on the unit, make sure the line voltage to which you are
connecting it is within the range of accepted voltages.

Always connect the fixture to a switched circuit. Never connect the fixture to a
rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer
channel is used only as a 0% to 100% switch.

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 liste d current rating indicates its
average current draw under normal conditions.

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, it is set to
the correct line voltage you will use.

Always connect the fixture to a circuit with a suitable electrical ground.

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Safety Instructions

Please read these instructions carefully, which include 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.

This product is 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.
Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain.
Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104°F (40°C). Do not operate the fixture at temperatures

higher than this.
In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to repair

the fixture by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or

malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.
Do not daisy chain power to more than 25 units @ 120V.

There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or
attempt any repairs. In the unlikely event that your unit may require service, please
contact CHAUVET at 954-929-1115.

2. INTRODUCTION

Features

4-channel DMX-512 LED thick beam derby effect
Individual control of red, green and blue LEDs (with strobing)
Motor speed control of back and forth movement
Built-in automated programs via master/slave or DMX
Built-in sound activated programs via master/slave or DMX

Additional Features

High-power, 3W (600mA) LEDs
Additional power output: max 25 units @ 120V

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DMX Channel Summary

CHANNEL

FUNCTION

1

Function

2

Strobe

3

Color macro speed

4

Rotation speed

DIP switches

Fuse holder

Power in

Bracket

adjustment

knob

DMX in

Safety
eyebolt

DMX out

Hanging
bracket

Power out

Microphone
sensitivity

Microphone

Product Overview

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

3. SETUP

Fuse Replacement

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

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

Fixture Linking

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

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 devices should be connected on one
data link. Connecting more than 32 fixtures on one serial data link without the use
of an optically isolated DMX splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX
signal.

DMX Data Cable

To link two or more fixtures together you must use DMX compliant 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. 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:

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

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

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

Universal DMX Controller

Continue the link

Cable Connectors

3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART

Conductor

3-Pin Female (output)

5-Pin Male (Input)

Ground/Shield

Pin 1

Pin 1

Data ( - ) signal

Pin 2

Pin 2

Data ( + ) signal

Pin 3

Pin 3

Do not use

Pin 4

Do not use

Pin 5

DMX -

INPUT

OUTPUT

1

3

2

1 3 2

1

3

2

120ohm, ¼W
resistor between
pin 2 (DMX -) and
pin 3 (DMX +) of
the last fixture.

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

DMX connector configuration

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

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

3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart

If you use a controller with a 5-pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5­pin to 3-pin adapter. You may use the CHAUVET Model number DMX5M, or DMX5F.

The chart below details the proper cable conversion:

Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link

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

2. Connect the other end of the cable to the
(male) 3-pin input connector of the first
fixture

3. Connect the cable from the output of the
first fixture to the input of the second
fixture.

4. Continue connecting the other features as
indicated above.

CHAUVET Certified DMX Data Cables
Order Code Description

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

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Master

Slave

Slave

Hanging Clamp

Master/Slave Fixture Linking

1. Link the fixtures as indicated in steps 1 to 4 of the previous section.

2. The setup of the Master/Slave or Stand-alone operation often requires the first fixture in the chain
to be initialized accordingly via settings in the control.

3. In addition, in the Master/Slave mode, the fixtures that follow may also need to be initialized as
“slaves.” Please consult the Operating Instructions section in this manual for complete
instructions for this type of configuration.

Mounting

Orientation

This fixture may be mounted in any safe position.

Rigging

It is important never to obstruct the 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 an installation location, consider ease of access to the fixture for operation and

routine maintenance.
Always use safety cables.
Never mount the fixture in places where it may be exposed to rain, high humidity, extreme

temperature changes or restricted ventilation.

The clamp is sold separately

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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Operation Modes

The fixture can be operated as stand-alone, whether sound activated or auto mode, Master/Slave
Mode and DMX Mode.

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

This mode allows a single fixture to run to the beat of the music, or the fixture will change
automatically in Auto Mode.

1) Set the DIP switches position to Sound Active or Auto Mode.
Mode DIP switches

Master Auto 1-9 = Off, 10 = On

Master sound-active 1 -8 = Off, 9 = On, 10=Off

Master all on 9-10 = Off, 1-3 = On, 4-8: strobe speed

Master red 2, 3, 9, 10 = Off, 1-= On, 4-8: strobe speed

Master green 1, 3, 9, 10 = Off, 2 = On, 4-8: strobe speed

Master blue 1, 2, 9, 10 = Off, 3 = On, 4-8: strobe speed

2) The fixture will react to the low frequencies of music via the internal microphone in Sound Active
mode, or the fixture will auto change in Auto Mode. In the static color modes, DIP switches 4-8
will control the strobing speed.

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

4) Combine DIP switches 1-3 to choose multiple color combinations.

Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound, Master Auto)

This mode will allow you to link up to 32 fixtures together without a controller.

1) Use standard DMX cables to daisy chain your fixtures together via the DMX connector on the
rear of the fixtures. (For longer cable runs, we suggest a terminator at the output of the last
fixture).

2) Choose a fixture to function as the Master. Turn DIP switches to the Master position on the
fixture. The Master fixture must be the first fixture in line.

3) Please see the DIP switches settings for Stand-Alone Mode above to set the fixture to the
Master setting of your choice.

4) Turn the DIP switches to the Slave position on the Slave fixture, and they will react the same as
the Master.

Mode DIP switches

Slave 1-10 = Off

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DMX Mode

CHANNEL

VALUE

FUNCTION

1

000  020
021  040
041  060
061  080
081  100
101  120
121  140
141  160
161  180
181  200
201  220
221  240
241  255

Function

Blackout
Red
Green
Blue
Red/Green
Red/Blue
Green/Blue
Red/Green/Blue
Alternate Red/Green
Alternate Red/ Blue
Alternate Green/Blue
Alternate Red/Green/Blue
Sound activation mode (colors & motor rotation/direction)

2

000  009
010  255

Strobe

No function
Strobe: (Slow > Fast)

3

000  255

Color macro speed (for use when CH.1 is between
161-240):
(Slow > Fast)

4

000  255

Rotation speed: (Slow > Fast)

This mode allows the fixture to be controlled by any universal DMX controller.

Using DMX Mode

If you are unfamiliar with DMX, please read the DMX Primer section.

1) Using DMX cables, daisy chain the fixture(s), starting from the output of the DMX controller.

2) Assign the individual DMX address, using DIP switches 1 - 9 on each fixture.

3) When the fixture detects DMX signal, it will automatically switch to DMX mode.

DMX Channel Values

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Setting the Starting Address

EXAMPLE STARTING ADDRESS

Address 10

Switch # 4 = 8
Switch # 2 = 2

Total = 10

13456789

ON

OFF

1

2

4

8

16

32

64

128

256

13456789

ON

OFF

1

2

4

8

16

32

64

128

256

13456789

ON

OFF

1

2

4

8

16

32

64

128

256

13456789

ON

OFF

1

2

4

8

16

32

64

128

256

13456789

ON

OFF

1

2

4

8

16

32

64

128

256

12222223456789

ON

OFF

1

2

4

8

16

32

64

128

256

Address 24

Switch # 5 = 16
Switch # 4 = 8

Total = 26

123456789

ON

OFF

1

2

4

8

16

32

64

128

256

123456789

ON

OFF

1

2

4

8

16

32

64

128

256

123456789

ON

OFF

1

2

4

8

16

32

64

128

256

123456789

ON

OFF

1

2

4

8

16

32

64

128

256

123456789

ON

OFF

1

2

4

8

16

32

64

128

256

123456789

ON

OFF

1

2

4

8

16

32

64

128

256

Resolving the starting
address using simple
math.

Address 233

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

DIPSWITCH

(DMX VALUE)

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

1
2
4
8
16
32
64
128
256

If this is your first time addressing a fixture using the DMX-512 control protocol, we
suggest you to go to the Appendix Section and read the DMX Primer section. It
contains very useful information that will help you understand how DMX works.

Set the starting address using the group of DIP switches located usually on bottom of the fixture.
Each DIP switch has an associated value. Adding the value of each switch in the ON position will
provide the starting address. The following instructions will help you to figure out which switches to
toggle ON given a specific starting address:

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

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

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

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

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

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DMX Quick Reference Chart

DMX Address Quick Reference Chart

Dip Switch Position

DMX DIP SWITCH

SET

0=OFF

1=ON

X=OFF or ON

#9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

#8 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1

#7 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1

#6 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1

Dip Switch

Position

DMX Address

#1

#2

#3

#4

#5 0 0 0 0 0 32

64

96

128

160

192

224

256

288

320

352

384

416

448

480

1 0 0 0 0 1

33

65

97

129

161

193

225

257

289

321

353

385

417

449

481 0 1 0 0 0 2 34

66

98

130

162

194

226

258

290

322

354

386

418

450

482

1 1 0 0 0 3

35

67

99

131

163

195

227

259

291

323

355

387

419

451

483 0 0 1 0 0 4 36

68

100

132

164

196

228

260

292

324

356

388

420

452

484 1 0 1 0 0 5 37

69

101

133

165

197

229

261

293

325

357

389

421

453

485

0 1 1 0 0 6

38

70

102

134

166

198

230

262

294

326

358

390

422

454

486 1 1 1 0 0 7 39

71

103

135

167

199

231

263

295

327

359

391

423

455

487

0 0 0 1 0 8

40

72

104

136

168

200

232

264

296

328

360

392

424

456

488

1 0 0 1 0 9

41

73

105

137

169

201

233

265

297

329

361

393

425

457

489

0 1 0 1 0 10

42

74

106

138

170

202

234

266

298

330

362

394

426

458

490

1 1 0 1 0 11

43

75

107

139

171

203

235

267

299

331

363

395

427

459

491 0 0 1 1 0

12

44

76

108

140

172

204

236

268

300

332

364

396

428

460

492

1 0 1 1 0 13

45

77

109

141

173

205

237

269

301

333

365

397

429

461

493

0 1 1 1 0 14

46

78

110

142

174

206

238

270

302

334

366

398

430

462

494

1 1 1 1 0 15

47

79

111

143

175

207

239

271

303

335

367

399

431

463

495

0 0 0 0 1 16

48

80

112

144

176

208

240

272

304

336

368

400

432

464

496 1 0 0 0 1

17

49

81

113

145

177

209

241

273

305

337

369

401

433

465

497

0 1 0 0 1 18

50

82

114

146

178

210

242

274

306

338

370

402

434

466

498 1 1 0 0 1

19

51

83

115

147

179

211

243

275

307

339

371

403

435

467

499 0 0 1 0 1

20

52

84

116

148

180

212

244

276

308

340

372

404

436

468

500

1 0 1 0 1 21

53

85

117

149

181

213

245

277

309

341

373

405

437

469

501 0 1 1 0

1 22

54

86

118

150

182

214

246

278

310

342

374

406

438

470

502

1 1 1 0 1

23

55

87

119

151

183

215

247

279

311

343

375

407

439

471

503 0 0 0 1 1 24

56

88

120

152

184

216

248

280

312

344

376

408

440

472

504 1 0 0 1 1 25

57

89

121

153

185

217

249

281

313

345

377

409

441

473

505

0 1 0 1 1

26

58

90

122

154

186

218

250

282

314

346

378

410

442

474

506 1 1 0 1 1 27

59

91

123

155

187

219

251

283

315

347

379

411

443

475

507

0 0 1 1 1

28

60

92

124

156

188

220

252

284

316

348

380

412

444

476

508 1 0 1 1 1 29

61

93

125

157

189

221

253

285

317

349

381

413

445

477

509

0 1 1 1 1

30

62

94

126

158

190

222

254

286

318

350

382

414

446

478

510 1 1 1 1 1

31

63

95

127

159

191

223

255

287

319

351

383

415

447

479

511

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General Troubleshooting

Symptom

Solution(s)

Applies to

Lights

Foggers &

Snow

Controllers

Dimmers &

Chaser

Auto shut off

Check fan thermal switch reset



Beam is very dim or not
bright

Clean optical system or replace lamp
Check 220/110 V switch for proper setting



Breaker/Fuse keeps
blowing

Check total load placed on device



Chase is too slow

Check user’s manual for speed adjustment

 



Device has no power

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

 



Fixture is not
responding

Check DMX Dip switch settings for correct
addressing
Check DMX cables
Check polarity switch settings



Fixture is on but there
is no movement to the
audio

Make sure you have the correct audio mode on

the control switches. If audio provided via ¼” jack,

make sure a live audio signal exists
Adjust sound sensitivity knob

 



Light will not come on
after power failure

Some discharge lamps require a cooling off period
before the electronics in the fixture can kick start it
again. Wait 5 to 10 minutes before powering it up
again.



Loss of signal

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

  



Moves slow

Check 220/110V switch for proper setting



No flash

Re-install bulb; it may have shifted in shipping



No light output

Check slip ring & brushes for contact
Install bulb
Call service technician



Relay will not work

Check reset switch
Check cable connections



Remote does not work

Make sure connector is firmly attached to device





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

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

5. APPENDIX

DMX Primer

The DMX mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. There are 512 channels in a
DMX-512 connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A fixture capable of receiving DMX
512 will require access to one or more sequential channels. To do this, each fixture requires a "start
address" from 1 to 512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data
on the channel indicated by the start address. For example, a fixture that uses six DMX channels and
was addressed to start on DMX channel 100, would read data from channels: 100, 101, 102, 103,
104, and 105.

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 are set incorrectly. However, you can 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 they will all respond in exactly the same way.

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

DMX fixtures are designed to receive data through a serial DMX Daisy Chain. In a Daisy Chain, 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, however.

Connect the fixtures using a shielded, two-conductor twisted pair cable with one 3-pin XLR male
connector on one end and a 3-pin XLR female connector on the other end. The shield connection is
pin 1, while pin 2 is Data Negative (S-) and pin 3 is Data positive (S+). See page 6 for details on this
type of cable.

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 the cleaning frequency. As a general rule,
fixtures should be cleaned at least twice a month. Dust build up reduces light output performance and
can cause overheating. This can lead to reduced lamp life and increased mechanical wear. Be sure
to power off fixture before conducting maintenance.

Unplug fixture from power. Use a vacuum or air compressor and a soft brush to remove dust
collected on external vents and internal components. Clean all glass surfaces 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 an 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. As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or

double-boxing is always a safe method to use. CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own discretion
to repair or replace product(s).

Once you have received the 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

Claims

Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore, any 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 during shipping. Any other claim
for items such as missing component/part, damage not related to shipping, and concealed damage
must be made within seven (7) days of receiving merchandise.

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Technical Specifications

WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS

Length ................................................................................................................................... 13in (329mm)

Width .................................................................................................................................. 11.4in (290mm)

Height .................................................................................................................................... 11in (280mm)

Weight .................................................................................................................................... 6.1lbs (2.7kg)

POWER

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

Fuse ........................................................................................................ F2A 250V (5 x 20 mm fast-blow)

Power Consumption ........................................................................................... 13W (0.1A) max @ 120V

Inrush Current ...................................................................................................................... (0.2A) @ 120V

Power Output ................................................................. 25 units max @ 120VAC, 40 units max @ 230V

LIGHT SOURCE

LED ........................................................................... 3 x 3W 600mA (1 Red, 1 Green, 1 Blue) 50,000hrs

COVERAGE

Coverage angle (horizontal spread).....................................................................................................115°

THERMAL

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

CONTROL & PROGRAMMING

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

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

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

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

DMX Channels ........................................................................................................................................... 4

ORDERING INFORMATION

O-Beast™ ..................................................................................................................................... OBEAST

WARRANTY INFORMATION

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

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