Chauvet QSPOT User Manual

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USER MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

CONTACT US ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 3

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

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

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

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

PRODUCT OVERVIEW............................................................................................................................................................................. 6

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 7

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

Fuse Replacement .................................................................................................................................................... 8

REPLACING GOBOS ............................................................................................................................................................................... 8

GOBO AND COLOR WHEEL DIAGRAMS .................................................................................................................................................... 9

FIXTURE LINKING................................................................................................................................................................................. 10

Data Cabling ........................................................................................................................................................... 10

DMX Data Cable ..................................................................................................................................................... 10

Cable Connectors ................................................................................................................................................... 10

3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart .............................................................................................................................. 11

SETTING UP A DMX SERIAL DATA LINK ................................................................................................................................................. 11

MASTER/SLAVE FIXTURE LINKING ......................................................................................................................................................... 11

MOUNTING.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 12

Orientation .............................................................................................................................................................. 12

Rigging ................................................................................................................................................................... 12

4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................... 13

NAVIGATING THE CONTROL PANEL........................................................................................................................................................ 13

MENU MAP ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 14

MENU MAP ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 14

MENU FUNCTIONS ............................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Service Functions ................................................................................................................................................... 15

To test the fixture: ................................................................................................................................................... 15

To reset the fixture: ................................................................................................................................................. 15

To restore all settings to their factory defaults: ........................................................................................................ 15

OPERATION ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 15

Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound, Master Auto): .................................................................................................. 15

DMX Mode .............................................................................................................................................................. 15

DMX CHANNEL VALUES ...................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Setting the DMX Starting Address ........................................................................................................................... 18

5. APPENDIX .................................................................................................................................................................. 18

DMX PRIMER ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 18

GENERAL MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................................................................................... 19

RETURNS PROCEDURE ........................................................................................................................................................................ 19

CLAIMS .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 19

Q-SPOT™ 150-LED TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................................. 20

TECHNICAL SUPPORT .......................................................................................................................................................................... 20

EXPLODED VIEW ........................................................................................................................................................... 21

PHOTOMETRICS .................................................................................................................................................................................. 22

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................ 22

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

What is included

 1 x Q-Spot™ 150-LED
 1 x Set of 3 extra gobos
 1 x Bracket set
 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 been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and
retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself
shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture
must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box
and packing.

AC Power

This fixture has an auto-switching power supply that can accommodate a wide range of input
voltages. The only thing necessary to do before powering on the unit is to make sure the line voltage
you are applying is within the range of accepted voltages. This fixture will accommodate between 100
V and 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. All fixtures must be powered directly off a switched circuit and cannot be
run off a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used
solely for a 0% to 100% switch.

Warning! All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Earth Ground.

Contact Us

World Wide

General Information CHAUVET

Technical Support CHAUVET

World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com

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

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

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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 parts or fuse and be sure to

replace with same parts.
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.
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

CHANNEL

FUNCTION (ADVANCED MODE)

CHANNEL

FUNCTION (BASIC MODE)

1

Pan

1

Pan 2 Pan fine

2

Tilt 3 Tilt

3

Color

4

Tilt fine

4

Gobo

5

Pan/Tilt Speed

5

Gobo rotate

6

Color

6

Prism

7

Gobo

7

Dimmer

8

Gobo rotate

8

Strobe

9

Prism

9

Control

10

Dimmer

11

Strobe

12

Control

Features

9 or 12-channel DMX LED moving yoke
Pan: 530º / Tilt: 270º
Color wheel

Rotating gobo wheel with gobo shake

3-facet prism
Variable electronic strobe
Variable electronic dimmer (0 – 100%)
Remote fixture reset
255 user-programmable steps without DMX controller
Move-in-black for pan/tilt
Built-in automated programs
Built-in sound activated programs

1 High-powered, 20 W (1000 mA) LED
User-selectable pan/tilt ranges
Automatic pan/tilt correction
Reset to factory settings option
User-selectable basic or advanced operating modes

9 colors + white

Rainbow color spin at variable speeds

7 interchangeable, slot-n-lock gobos + open

Gobo wheel spin at variable speeds

Additional Features

DMX Channel Summary

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Product Overview

DMX in

Up

Enter

Menu

Down

Power

on/off

switch

Power

input/fuse

holder

Cooling fan
vent

DMX out

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Product Dimensions

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3. SETUP

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

Fuse Replacement

1) With a flat head screwdriver wedge the fuse holder
out of its housing.

2) Remove the damaged fuse from its holder and
replace with exact same type and rating fuse.

3) Insert the fuse holder back in its place.

4) Reconnect power.

Replacing Gobos

1) Remove the gobo cover.

2) Remove the slot-n-lock gobo from the gobo wheel.

3) Using a small tool, pry the tension ring from the gobo holder.

4) Remove the old gobo.

5) Insert the new gobo, and replace in the
reverse steps of removal.

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Gobo and Color Wheel Diagrams

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Fixture Linking

COMMON

DMX +

DMX -

INPUT

OUTPUT

1 3 2

1

3

2

1

3

2

Resistance 120
ohm 1/4w between
pin 2 (DMX -) and
pin 3 (DMX +) of
the last fixture.

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

DMX connector configuration

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

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:

2-conductor twisted pair plus a shield
Maximum capacitance between conductors – 30 pF/ft.
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield – 55 pF/ft.
Maximum resistance of 20 ohms / 1000 ft.
Nominal impedance 100 – 140 ohms

Cable Connectors

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

ohm meter to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to

the shield or each other.

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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

Often, the setup for Master-Slave
and Standalone operation requires
that the first fixture in the chain be
initialized for this purpose via either
settings in the control panel or DIP­switches. Secondarily, the fixtures
that follow may also require a slave
setting. Please consult the

“Operating Instructions” section in

this manual for complete instructions
for this type of setup and
configuration.

Master

Slave

Slave

3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart

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

Note! If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin

adapter.

The chart below details a proper cable conversion:

Setting up a DMX Serial Data
Link

1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of

the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin
connector of the controller.

2. Connect the end of the cable coming from

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

3. Then, proceed to connect from the output

as stated above to the input of the following
fixture and so on.

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Master/Slave Fixture Linking

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

of the first fixture.

2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a (female) 3 pin

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

Note!
Safety cable is sold separately.

Hanging Clamp

Safety cable

Mounting

Note!
Clamp is sold separately

Orientation

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

Rigging

It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. Mount the fixture, using a suitable “C” or “O”
type clamp. Adjust the angle of the fixture by loosening both knobs and tilting the fixture. After finding
the desired position, retighten both knobs.

When selecting installation location, take into consideration access and routine maintenance.
Safety cables must always be used.
Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain, high humidity, extreme temperature

changes or restricted ventilation.

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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Button

Function

<MENU>

Used to access the menu or to return to a
previous menu option

<ENTER>

Used to select and store the current menu
or option within a menu

<DOWN>

Scrolls through menu options in descending
order

<UP>

Scrolls through menu options in ascending
order

Navigating the Control Panel

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

The Control Panel LCD 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 <MODE> button.

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Menu Map

MAIN FUNCTION

SUB-FUNCTION

SELECTION

INSTRUCTION

1-Intro

1.1 Address

000 ~ 255

Sets the DMX starting address

1.2 Reset

Yes ~ No

Resets the fixture to the “home” position

1.3 Operation

DMX-512

Sets the fixture to DMX mode

Auto_1

Sets the fixture to hanging auto mode (for

placing on speaker)

Auto_2

Sets the fixture to floor standing auto mode

(pointing down)

Sound_1

Sets the fixture to hanging sound mode (for

placing on speaker)

Sound_2

Sets the fixture to floor standing sound mode

(pointing down)

Custom

Sets the fixture to run the user program

Test

Sets the fixture to run a standard test

program

Slave

Sets the fixture to respond to other “Master”

units

1.4 Channels
Advanced

8-bit pan/tilt operation

Basic

16-bit pan/tilt operation

1.5 Display
60 close

Turns the display backlight off after 60

seconds of being idle

Bright

Sets the display backlight to remain on

indefinitely

1.6 Info

Edition

Shows the software version

2-Invert

2.1 Pan
Normal

Sets the Pan operation: 0º ~ 530º

Reverse

Sets the Pan operation: 530º ~ 0º

2.2 Tilt
Normal

Sets the Pan operation: 0º ~ 270º

Reverse

Sets the Pan operation: 270º ~ 0º

2.3 Color
Step

Sets the COLOR wheel channel to locking

colors

Linear

Allows split color operation on the color wheel

channel

2.4 Use

No ~ Yes

Enables / disables all of the Invert functions:

<2.1>~<2.3>

3-Range

3.1 P/start

000 ~ 255

Sets the Pan starting range

3.2 P/Finish

000 ~ 255

Sets the Pan end range

3.3 T/start

000 ~ 255

Sets the Tilt starting range

3.4 T/Finish

000 ~ 255

Sets the Tilt end range

3.5 Use

No ~ Yes

Enables / disables all of the Range functions:

<3.1>~<3.4>

4-Special

4.1 Black

No ~ Yes

Allows the move-in-black function to save via

DMX

4.2 Reset
DMX

Allows the DMX remote address command to

be received

System

Prevents a remote reset commend from

being received

5-Edit

5.1 Step

0 ~ 255

Select which step to edit

5.2 Pan

000 ~ 255

Use the 9 different attributes of the fixture to

create a custom program

5.3 Tilt

5.4 X/Y_Speed

5.5 Color

5.6 Gobo

5.7 Gobo_Rot

5.8 Prism

5.9 Dimmer

5.10 Strobe

5.11 Time

000 ~ 255

Selects the duration of the step

5.12 Use

No ~ Yes

Enables / disables the custom program

6-Default

6.1 Default

No ~ Yes

Sets the fixture back to the factory defaults

(erases the custom programs)

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Menu Functions

Service Functions

To test the fixture:

1) Use the “Test” function under the “1.3 Operation” menu (see page 14).

To reset the fixture:

1) Use the “4.2 Reset” function under the “4-Special” menu (see page 14).

To restore all settings to their factory defaults:

1) Use the “6.1 Default” function under the “6-Default” menu (see page 14).

Operation
Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound, Master Auto):

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

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

2) Choose a unit to function as the Master. Turn dipswitches to the Master position on the unit. The unit
must be the first unit in line. Then simply chain the units together using DMX cable.

Note: The master unit must be in one of the Auto or Sound modes. See the Menu Map for
setting the options in the menu and navigating the Control Board.

3) Adjust the “Operation” to “Slave” on the slave units, and they will react the same as the Master unit.

Note: if you would like to have the fixtures invert, then you can set this in the Control board.

DMX Mode

This mode allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller. If you are unfamiliar with
DMX, please read the DMX Primer section.

1) Set the “Operation” to “DMX512”.

2) Set your DMX starting address.

DMX Channel Values

The Q-Spot™ 150-LED has 2 DMX channel profiles (operation modes). These can be accessed in the Control
Board.

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Advanced (16-bit)

CHANNEL

VALUE

FUNCTION

1

000  255

Pan

0°~530°

2

000  255

Pan fine

Fine pan adjustment

3

000  255

Tilt

0°~270°

4

000  255

Tilt fine

Fine tilt adjustment

5

000  255

Pan/tilt Speed
Normal > Slow

6

000  014
015  029
030  044
045  059
060  074
075  089
090  104
105  119
120  134
135  149
150  255

Color

Open
Red
Yellow
Green
Pink
Blue
Orange
Magenta
Light blue
Light green
Color scroll (slowfast)

7

000  009
010  019
020  029
030  039
040  049
050  059
060  069
070  079
080  099
100  119
120  139
140  159
160  179
180  199
200  219
220  255

Gobo

Open
Gobo 1
Gobo 2
Gobo 3
Gobo 4
Gobo 5
Gobo 6
Gobo 7
Gobo shake 7
Gobo shake 6
Gobo shake 5
Gobo shake 4
Gobo shake 3
Gobo shake 2
Gobo shake 1
Gobo scroll (slowfast)

8

000  002
003  006
007  128
129  132
133  136
137  255

Gobo rotation

No function
Clockwise (slowest)
Clockwise (slowfast)
No function
Counter-clockwise (slowest)
Counter-clockwise (slowfast)

9

000  127
128  255

Prism

No function
Prism

10

000  255

Dimmer

Closed  Open

11

000  031
032  063
064  095
096  127
128  159
160  191
192  223
224  255

Strobe

Closed
Open
Strobe (slowfast)
Open
Pulse Strobe (slowfast)
Open
Random Strobe (slowfast)
Open

12

000  019
020  039
040  059
060  079
080  099
100  119
120  139
140  159
160  179
180  199
200  219
220  255

Control (hold each of these for 5sec to trigger function)

No function
Pan/tilt move-in-black (activate)
Pan/tilt move-in-black (deactivate)
Auto 1
Auto 2
Sound 1
Sound 2
Custom
Test
No function
Reset
No function

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Basic (8-bit)

CHANNEL

VALUE

FUNCTION

1

000  255

Pan

0°~530°

2

000  255

Tilt

0°~270°

3

000  014
015  029
030  044
045  059
060  074
075  089
090  104
105  119
120  134
135  149
150  255

Color

Open
Red
Yellow
Green
Pink
Blue
Orange
Magenta
Light blue
Light green
Color scroll (slowfast)

4

000  009
010  019
020  029
030  039
040  049
050  059
060  069
070  079
080  099
100  119
120  139
140  159
160  179
180  199
200  219
220  255

Gobo

Open
Gobo 1
Gobo 2
Gobo 3
Gobo 4
Gobo 5
Gobo 6
Gobo 7
Gobo shake 7
Gobo shake 6
Gobo shake 5
Gobo shake 4
Gobo shake 3
Gobo shake 2
Gobo shake 1
Gobo scroll (slowfast)

5

000  002
003  006
007  128
129  132
133  136
137  255

Gobo rotation

No function
Clockwise (slowest)
Clockwise (slowfast)
No function
Counter-clockwise (slowest)
Counter-clockwise (slowfast)

6

000  127
128  255

Prism

No function
Prism

7

000  255

Dimmer

Closed  Open

8

000  031
032  063
064  095
096  127
128  159
160  191
192  223
224  255

Strobe

Closed
Open
Strobe (slowfast)
Open
Pulse Strobe (slowfast)
Open
Random Strobe (slowfast)
Open

9

000  019
020  039
040  059
060  079
080  099
100  119
120  139
140  159
160  179
180  199
200  219
220  255

Control (hold each of these for 5sec to trigger function)

No function
Pan/tilt move-in-black (activate)
Pan/tilt move-in-black (deactivate)
Auto 1
Auto 2
Sound 1
Sound 2
Custom
Test
No function
Reset
No function

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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 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 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.

5. APPENDIX

DMX Primer

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 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.

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+).

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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 LED 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 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 dichroics 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.

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

Claims

Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be
reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise. It is the customer's responsibility to notify and
submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is damaged due to shipping. Any other claim
for items such as missing component/part, damage not related to shipping, and concealed damage,
must be made within seven (7) days of receiving merchandise.

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Q-Spot™ 150-LED Troubleshooting

Symptom

Solution(s)

Beam is very dim or not
bright

Clean optical SYSTEM

Breaker/Fuse keeps
blowing

Check total load placed on device

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.

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 light output

Call service technician

Stand alone mode

This fixture contains standalone programs. Please
see the appropriate section(s) for the details of
operation

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

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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Description

Part Number

Description

Part Number

1

Display PCB

P170-QS1DIS

16

Color Wheel

P150-QS1COW

2

Driver PCB (in side arm)

P255-QS1DRA

17

Gobo wheel

P115-QS1GOW

3

Driver PCB (in head)

P255-QS1DRH

18

Color motor

P110-QS1COM

4

Electronic Transformer

P140-QS1ELTR

19

Gobo motor

P110-QS1GOM

5

20W LED (white)

P222-QS1LED

20

Gobo Rot. motor

P100-QS1GRM

6

Tilt belt

P110-QS1TBT

21

Pan motor

P110-QS1PAM

7

Pan belt

P110-QS1PBT

22

Tilt motor

P110-QS1TILT

8

Pan optical sensor

P170-QS1POS

23

Prism motor

P111-QS1PMT

9

Pan magnetic sensor (NOT SHOWN)

P170-QS1PMS

24

Power switch

P100-SA00013

10

Tilt optical sensor

P170-QS1TOS

25

Front lens assembly

P152-QS1FLA

11

Tilt magnetic sensor (NOT SHOWN)

P170-QS1TMS

26

Gobo cover assembly

P100-QS1GRSA

12

Color wheel sensor (NOT SHOWN)

P170-QS1CWS

27

Side Arm cover

P100-QS1SAC

13

Gobo wheel sensor (NOT SHOWN)

P170-QS1GWS

28

Head cover set

P100-QS1HCS

14

Fan 40mm 24V (NOT SHOWN)

P130-QS1F4M

29

Power input

P170-IECFUSE

15

Fan 60mm 24V (NOT SHOWN)

P130-24V60M

30

Bracket set (NOT SHOWN)

P111-QS1BSS

1 2 3

4

5

6

7 8 10

16

17

18

19

20

21

20

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

Exploded View

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Photometrics

Technical Specifications

WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS

Length .......................................................................................................................... 9.5 in (242 mm)

Width.......................................................................................................................... 9.47 in (240 mm)

Height ........................................................................................................................ 14.3 in (364 mm)

Weight......................................................................................................................... 13.5 lbs (6.1 kg)

POWER

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

Fuse ................................................................................................................... 1.5A 250 V (fast-blow)

Power Consumption ....................................................................................75 W (0.6 A) max @ 120 V

Inrush Power .................................................................................................................. 0.8 A @ 120 V

Power Consumption ....................................................................................75 W (0.3 A) max @ 230 V

Inrush Power .................................................................................................................. 0.8 A @ 230 V

LIGHT SOURCE

LED .................................................................................... 1 x 20 W 1,000 mA (white) LED 50,000 hrs

PHOTO OPTIC

Luminance @ 1 m .................................................................................................................. 4,180 lux

Beam Angle .................................................................................................................................... 16°

RANGE

Pan ............................................................................................................................................... 530°

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

GOBOS

Outside diameter ................................................................................................................... 25.75 mm

Image diameter (maximum) ..................................................................................................... 18.2 mm

Max thickness ........................................................................................................................... 1.2 mm

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 ............................................................................................................................... 9,12

ORDERING INFORMATION

Q-Spot™ 150-LED ....................................................................................................... QSPOT150LED

WARRANTY INFORMATION

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

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