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Chauvet Professional Amhaze II User Manual

User Manual
The Amhaze II User Manual Rev. 4 covers the description, safety precautions,
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Before You Begin ...................................................................................................................................... 1
What is Included ........................................................................................................................................................... 1
Claims .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Manual Conventions .................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Symbols ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Product at a Glance ...................................................................................................................................................... 1
Safety Notes ................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Personal Safety ............................................................................................................................................................................ 2
Mounting and Rigging .................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Power and Wiring ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Operation ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
2. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................... 3
Description .................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Features ........................................................................................................................................................................ 3
Overview ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Dimensions ................................................................................................................................................................... 5
3. Setup .......................................................................................................................................................... 6
AC Power ...................................................................................................................................................................... 6
AC Plug ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Resetting the Breaker .................................................................................................................................................................. 6
DMX Linking.................................................................................................................................................................. 6
DMX Modes ................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Mounting ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Orientation ................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Rigging ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
4. Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 8
Control Panel Description ............................................................................................................................................. 8
Control Options ............................................................................................................................................................. 8
Programming ................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Preparing for Operation ................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Startup ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Menu Map ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9
DMX Values ................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Configuration (DMX) ................................................................................................................................................... 10
Starting Address ......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Setting the Output Volume ......................................................................................................................................................... 10
Setting the Fan Speed ............................................................................................................................................................... 10
Timer Mode ................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Manual Mode ............................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Timer Mode Parameters ............................................................................................................................................................ 11
5. Technical Information ............................................................................................................................. 12
Hazer Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................... 12
Storage ....................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................................................. 13
Returns ....................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Contact Us ................................................................................................................................................... 14
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1. Before You Begin

Quick Reference Guide
Carefully unpack the pr oduct immediately and check the box to m ake sure all the parts
If the box or the contents (t he product and incl uded accessor ies) appear damaged f rom
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ate your claim. In
For other issues, s uch as m issing components or p arts, dam age not re lated to shipping,
Convention
Meaning
1–512
A range of values in the text
50/60
A set of mutually exclusive values in the text
<SET>
A button on the product’s control panel
Settings
A product function or a menu option
MENU>Settings
A sequence of menu options
1–10
A range of menu values from which to choose in a menu
Yes/No
A set of two mutually exclusive menu options in a menu
ON
A unique value to be entered or selected in a menu
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Failure to comply with this information may cause the product not
operator.
comply with this information may keep the product from working.
The term “DMX” used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A
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are in the package and are in good condition.
shipping or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalid addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
or concealed damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery.
Before You Begin
Symbols Meaning
to work, damage third-party equipment, or cause harm to the
Important installation or configuration information. Failure to
Useful information.
Auto Programs Fixed Voltage (120 V or 230 V) Circuit Breaker User-Serviceable
digital data transmission protocol.
Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound-Active DMX Master/Slave
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Read all the f ollowing S afety Not es before working w ith this prod uct. Thes e notes inc lude
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this
emergency service (911 in the US) for help.
carton, plastic, etc.).
Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on t he powe r cable.
Fluid (HFG).
Before You Begin
Rigging
important information about the installation, usage, and maintenance of this product.
this User Manual will only apply to properly trained Chauvet certified technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs.
product.
• Always connect this product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
• Always disconnect this product from its power source before servicing.
• Do not touch this product’s housing during operation because it may be very hot.
• Do not drink or become in contact with the haze fluid. If you do, call your local
• This product is not intended for permanent installation.
• This product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not
expose this product to rain or moisture.
• CAUTION: When transferring product from extreme temperature environments, (e.g., cold truck to warm humid ballroom) condensation may form on the internal electronics of the product. To avoid causing a failure, allow product to fully acclimate to the surrounding environment before connecting it to power.
• Mount this product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.
• Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while it is operating.
• When mounting this product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.
• Do not mount the product on a flammable surface (linoleum, carpet, wood, paper,
• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
• Always make sure you are connecting this product to the proper voltage in accordance
with the specifications in this manual or on the product’s specification label.
• Never connect this product to a dimmer pack or rheostat.
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• Do not operate thi s p r odu ct i f you see damage to the housing, fluid tank, or cables.
Have the damaged p art s r epla ced by an au tho riz ed te chni ci an at on ce.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging i t.
• Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
• Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the
handles.
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• The haze exits the nozzle at a very high temperature. Keep a minimum distance of
6.5 ft (2 m) from the nozzle to the nearest object.
• The product’s nozz l e i s ve ry hot du ring ope r ati on and i t remain s ho t fo r a l ong time after operation has stopped.
• The maximum ambient temperature is 104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate this product at a higher temperat u re.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using this product immediately!
• Do not add pe rfu me, al cohol, g a soli ne, o r any o the r fl ammabl e s t o the haze fluid.
• Use CHAUVET water-based Pre mium Haze Flui d (PHF) and High Performance Haze
If your Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support.
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