Chauvet Projector Accessories User Manual
User Manual
CHAUVET®, 2010, All Rights Reserved
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ................................................................................................................................................... 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED ................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................... 3
MANUAL CONVENTIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 3
ICONS .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................... 5
PRODUCT OVERVIEW............................................................................................................................................................................. 5
3. SETUP .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
AC POWER........................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Power Linking........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
MOUNTING............................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Orientation ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Rigging ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................................................................................... 8
USING THE CONTROL PANEL .................................................................................................................................................................. 8
MENU MAP ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
CONFIGURING THE STARTING ADDRESS .................................................................................................................................................. 8
OPERATION .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
DMXOperation ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
DMX Channel Values............................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Master/Slave Mode (Sound-Active) ....................................................................................................................................................................... 10
STANDALONE ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Sound-Active .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Automatic ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
5. APPENDIX .................................................................................................................................................................. 11
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................................................................................. 11
DMX PRIMER ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
FIXTURE LINKING (DAISY CHAIN) .......................................................................................................................................................... 12
DATA CABLING .................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
DMX Data Cable .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
CABLE CONNECTORS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 13
SETTING THE STARTING ADDRESS ........................................................................................................................................................ 13
3-Pin to 5-Pin C onversion Chart ............................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Setting up a DM X Daisy Chain .............................................................................................................................................................................. 14
GENERAL MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................................................................................... 15
RETURNS PROCEDURE ........................................................................................................................................................................ 15
CLAIMS .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................................... 16
CONTACT US ................................................................................................................................................................. 17
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 manual.
Author: Anthony Chiappone
Revision: 01
Release Date: 01-12-2011
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
1 x User Manual
Unpacking Instructions
Manual Conventions
Icons
part of the user.
• 1 x 6SPOT™
• 1 x Mounting kit
• 1 x Power Cord
• 1 x Warranty Card
•
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.
CHAUVET® manuals use the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information
from the regular text.
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C
ONVENTION
[10] A DIP switch to be configured
<Menu>
1~512 A range of values
50/60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen
Settings
MENU>Settings
ON
A key to be pressed on the fixture’s control panel
A menu option not to be modified (for example, showing the operating
mode/current status)
A sequence of menu options to be followed
A value to be entered or selected
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This manual uses the following icons to indicate information that requires special attention on the
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CONS
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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 user.
This paragraph contains important inst al l ation 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.
Safety Instructions
about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product.
Please read these instructions carefully. It includes important information
• Please keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another
user, be sure that they also receive this instruction booklet.
• Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line
voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel
of the fixture.
• This product is intended for indoor use only!To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not
expose fixture to rain or moisture.
• Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating.
• The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20in (50cm)
from adjacent surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.
• Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to
replace with same fuse source.
• Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain.
• Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104°F (40°C). Do not operate fixture at
temperatures higher than this.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try
to repair the unit by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to
damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance
center.
• Never connect the device to a dimmer pack.
• Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
• Never carry the fixture directly from the cord. Always use the hanging/mounting
bracket.
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.
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2. INTRODUCTION
Product Overview
Power In
Control Panel
(LED Display)
DMX Out
DMX In
Adjustment
Microphone
Tripod Stand
Fastening Knob
Back Panel
Microphone
Fuseholder
Power Out
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3. SETUP
AC Power
Please see the diagram below for further explanation.
The power linking
shown in this document is for the CHAUVET® North American version
country/region.
Additional power
Fixture #1
Fixture #2
Fixture #3
Power Linking
This fixture is auto-ranging and runs on 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz 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
indicates its average current draw under normal conditions.
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.
Always connect the fixture to a circuit with a suitable electrical ground.
This fixture contains power linking via the Edison outlet located in front of the power input cable.
The maximum quantity of 6SPOT™s that may be linked is 18 units @ 120V, 33 units @
230V
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link out
ONLY! Therefore, it is the customer’s responsibility to check with the Dealer/Distributor
regarding power linking on the local version of the product. Connections and availability
may change, depending on the power requirements and/or regulations of each
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