Chauvet RGY, RVM, GVC User Manual
User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Document Information
The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change without
notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions that may
appear in this manual.
© Copyright 2011 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved
Printed in P.R.C.
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of America
Author
Editor
Manager
PD Manager
A. Chiappone
R. Jones
A. Reiss
F. Sellers
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ............................................................................................... 3
What is Included ........................................................................................................ 3
Unpacking Instructions ............................................................................................... 3
Text Conventions ....................................................................................................... 3
Icons .......................................................................................................................... 3
Safety Notes .............................................................................................................. 4
Non Interlocked Housing Warning .............................................................................. 4
Laser Safety Notes ..................................................................................................... 5
Laser Safety Labels ..................................................................................................... 6
Laser Emission Data ................................................................................................... 7
Scorpion™ RVM .................................................................................................. 7
Scorpion™ GVC ................................................................................................... 7
Scorpion™ RGY ................................................................................................... 7
2. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................... 8
Product Overview ...................................................................................................... 8
Product Dimensions ................................................................................................... 9
Proper Usage.................................................................................................... 10
3. SETUP .............................................................................................................. 11
AC Power ................................................................................................................. 11
Power Linking ................................................................................................... 11
Mounting................................................................................................................. 12
Orientation....................................................................................................... 12
Rigging............................................................................................................. 12
4. OPERATION ....................................................................................................... 13
Control Panel Operation........................................................................................... 13
Menu Map ............................................................................................................... 13
Configuration ........................................................................................................... 15
DMX Mode ....................................................................................................... 15
Standalone Modes ............................................................................................ 15
Master/Slave Mode .......................................................................................... 16
DMX Channel Assignments and Values .............................................................. 17
5. TECHNICAL INFORMATION .................................................................................... 19
General Maintenance............................................................................................... 19
General Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... 20
Returns Procedure ................................................................................................... 21
Claims...................................................................................................................... 21
Contact Information ................................................................................................. 21
DMX Primer ............................................................................................................. 22
Starting Address ............................................................................................... 22
Fixture Linking (Daisy Chain) ............................................................................. 22
DMX Cabling .................................................................................................... 23
6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................... 24
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is Included
1 x Scorpion™ RVM, RGY, or GVC
1 x Power Cord
1 x Warranty Card
1 x User Manual
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack it and check the container in which
you received it. Make sure that you have received all the parts indicated above and that they
are all in good condition. If the material inside the container (this product and any other
accessory included with it) appears damaged from shipping, or if the container shows signs of
mishandling, notify the shipper immediately. In addition, retain the container and all the packing
material for inspection.
See the Claims section in the “Technical Information” chapter.
Text Conventions
CHAUVET® manuals use the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information
from the regular text.
Convention
Meaning
[10]
A DIP switch to be configured
<Menu>
A key to be pressed on the fixture’s control panel
1~512
A range of values
50/60
A set of values of which only one can be chosen
Settings
A menu option not to be modified (for example, showing the operating
mode/current status)
Menu > Settings
A sequence of menu options to be followed
ON
A value to be entered or selected
Icons
This manual uses the following icons to indicate information that requires special attention on
the part of the user.
Icon
Meaning
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 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.
Product at a Glance
Use on Dimmer
Auto Programs
Outdoor Use
Auto-ranging Power Supply
Sound Activated
Replaceable Fuse
DMX
User Serviceable
Master/Slave
Duty Cycle
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Safety Notes
Read the following notes carefully, because they include important safety information
about the installation, usage, and maintenance of this product.
Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell this product to another user, be
sure that they also receive this document.
Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting this product is
within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the fixture.
This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose this
fixture to rain or moisture.
Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating.
Always install this product 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 this product from the power source before cleaning it or replacing fuse
Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
If mounting it overhear, always secure this product to a fastening device using a safety
chain.
The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate this product at
higher temperatures.
In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to
repair the unit. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction.
Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
Never connect this product to a dimmer pack.
Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
Never carry a fixture from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the
hanging/mounting bracket or the handles.
Always avoid direct eye exposure to the light source when this fixture is on.
Lasers can be hazardous and have unique safety considerations. Permanent eye injury
and blindness is possible if lasers are used incorrectly. Pay close attention to each safety
REMARK and WARNING statement in the user manual. Read all instructions carefully
BEFORE operating this device.
Avoid direct eye contact with laser light. Never intentionally expose your eyes or others
to direct laser light.
This laser product can potentially cause instant eye injury or blindness if laser light
directly strikes the eyes.
It is illegal and dangerous to shine this laser into audience areas, where the audience or
other personnel could get direct laser beams or bright reflections into their eyes.
It is a US Federal offense to shine any laser at aircraft.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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
the dealer nearest to you.
Non Interlocked Housing Warning
This unit contains high power laser devices internally.
Do not open the laser housing, due to potential exposure to unsafe levels of laser
radiation.
The laser power levels accessible, if the unit is opened, can cause instant blindness, skin
burns, and fires.
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Laser Safety Notes
STOP AND READ ALL THE LASER SAFETY NOTES BELOW
Laser Light is different from any other light sources with which you may be familiar. The light
from this product can potentially cause eye injury if not set up and used properly. Laser light is
thousands of times more concentrated than light from any other kind of light source. This
concentration of light can cause instant eye injuries, primarily by burning the retina (the light
sensitive portion at the back of the eye). Even if you cannot feel “heat” from a laser beam, it can
still potentially injure or blind you or your audience. Even very small amounts of laser light are
potentially hazardous even at long distances. Laser eye injuries can happen quicker than you
can blink.
It is incorrect to think that because these laser entertainment products use high speed scanned
laser beams, that an individual laser beam is safe for eye exposure.
It is also incorrect to assume that because the laser light is moving, it is safe. This is not true.
Nor, do the laser beams always move. Since eye injuries can occur instantly, it is critical to
prevent the possibility of any direct eye exposure. In the laser safety regulation, it is not legal to
aim Class IIIa lasers in areas which people can get exposed. This is true even if it is aimed
below people’s faces, such as on a dance floor.
Do not operate the laser without first reading and understanding all safety and
technical data in this manual.
Always set up and install all laser effects so that all laser light is at least 3 meters
(9.8 feet) above the floor on which people can stand. See “Proper Usage” section
later in this manual.
After set up, and prior to public use, test laser to ensure proper function. Do not use
if any defect is detected.
Laser Light - Avoid Direct Eye Exposure.
Do not point lasers at people or animals.
Never look into the laser aperture or laser beams.
Do not point lasers in areas in which people can potentially get exposed, such as
uncontrolled balconies, etc.
Do not point lasers at highly reflective surfaces, such as windows, mirrors and shiny
metal. Even laser reflections can be hazardous.
Never point a laser at aircraft, as this is a US Federal offense.
Never point un-terminated laser beams into the sky.
Do not expose the output optic (aperture) to cleaning chemicals.
Do not use laser if the laser appears to be emitting only one or two beams.
Do not use the laser if the housing is damaged, open, or if the optics appear
damaged in any way.
Never open the laser housing. The high laser power levels inside of the protective
housing can start fires, burn skin and will cause instant eye injury.
Never leave this device running unattended.
The operation of a class IIIa laser show is only allowed if the show is controlled by a
skilled and well-trained operator, familiar with the data included in this manual.
The legal requirements for using laser entertainment products vary from country to
country. The user is responsible for the legal requirements at the location/country of
use.
Always use appropriate lighting safety cables when hanging lights and effects
overhead.
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Laser Safety Labels
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Laser Emission Data
Laser light - Avoid direct eye contact!
Further guidelines and safety programs for safe use of lasers can be found in the ANSI
Z136.1 Standard “For Safe Use of Lasers”, available from the Laser Institute of America:
www.laserinstitute.org. Many local governments, corporations, agencies, military and others,
require all lasers to be used under the guidelines of ANSI Z136.1. Laser Display guidance
can be obtained via the International Laser Display Association: www.laserist.org.
Scorpion™ RVM
Laser Classification
Class IIIa (equivalent to US Class IIIa)
Red Laser Medium
650 nm, GaAIAs
Violet Laser Medium
405 nm, GaN
Beam Diameter
<15 mm
Pulse Data
All pulses < 4 Hz (>0.25 sec)
Divergence (each beam)
<2 mrad
Laser Power for Classification via 7 mm aperture
<5 mW
Scorpion™ GVC
Laser Classification
Class IIIa (equivalent to US Class IIIa)
Green Laser Medium
DPSS Nd: YVO4, 532 nm
Violet Laser Medium
405 nm, GaN
Beam Diameter
<5 mm at aperture
Pulse Data
All pulses < 4 Hz (>0.25 sec)
Divergence (each beam)
<2 mrad
Laser Power for Classification via 7 mm aperture
<5 mW
Scorpion™ RGY
Laser Classification
Class IIIa (equivalent to US Class IIIa)
Red Laser Medium
650 nm, GaAIAs
Green Laser Medium
532 nm, DPSS Nd: YV04
Beam Diameter
<15 mm
Pulse Data
All pulses < 4 Hz (>0.25 sec)
Divergence (each beam)
<2 mrad
Laser Power for Classification via 7 mm aperture
<5 mW
*As measured under IEC measurement conditions for classification.
Laser Compliance Statement
This laser product complies with Laser Safety Standards under US FDA/CDRH, per 21 CFR
1010 & 1040. This laser device is Classified IIIa. (Class 3R is the international equivalent of
US Class IIIa). No maintenance is required to keep this product in compliance with laser
performance standards.
LASER EXPOSURE WARNING
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2. INTRODUCTION
Product Overview
Back Panel
DMX Out
DMX In
Control Panel
(LED display)
Power Switch
Fuseholder
Power In
Power Out
Safety
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