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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Before You Begin ........................................................................................................................................ 1
What Is Included ..........................................................................................................................................................1
Product at a Glance .....................................................................................................................................................2
Personal Safety ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Mounting and Rigging ............................................................................................................................................................. 2
Power and Wiring ................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Features ......................................................................................................................................................................3
AC Power ....................................................................................................................................................................6
AC Plug .................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Resetting the Breaker ............................................................................................................................................................. 6
Increasing the Lamp’s Life ...................................................................................................................................................... 8
Control Panel Description ............................................................................................................................................11
Control Options ...........................................................................................................................................................11
Menu Map ...................................................................................................................................................................12
5. Technical Information ................................................................................................................................. 15
Contact Us ..................................................................................................................................................................17
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Notes
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Before You Begin
What Is Included
• Xeno™ 2500
• Quick Reference Guide
Claims
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the box to make sure all the parts
If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from
shipping or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not CHAUVET®.
to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In
or concealed damage, file a claim with CHAUVET® within 7 days of delivery.
Manual Conventions
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
Symbols
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information.
cause the product not
operator.
The term “DMX” used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A
digital data transmission protocol.
1. Before You Begin
• Power Input Cord
• Scroller Bracket with Hardware
• Warranty Card
are in the package and are in good condition.
Failure
addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping,
Symbols Meaning
Failure to comply with this information may
to work, damage third-party equipment, or cause harm to the
Important installation or configuration information. Failure to
comply with this information may keep the product from working.
Useful information.
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Before You Begin
Product at a Glance
Auto-Ranging Power
Supply
Safety Notes
Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before starting to work with the product.
These notes provide important safety information about the installation, usage, and
DO NOT change lamp while product is plugged into power! Serious personal
in the Setup section for the proper
procedure to change the lamp.
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in this
User Manual will only apply to properly trained CHAUVET® certified technicians.
Please refer to all applicable local codes and regulations for the proper installation
Personal Safety
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
• Do not touch this product’s housing during operation because it may be very hot.
Mounting and Rigging
• This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose this
• When hanging this product, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.
Power and Wiring
• Always make sure you are connecting this product to the proper voltage in
• Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable.
Operation
• Do not operate this product if you see damage on the housing, lenses, or cables.
with local laws regarding notification of strobe use.
In the unlikely event that your CHAUVET® product may require service, contact
Use on Dimmer
Outdoor Use
Sound Activated
DMX
Master/Slave
maintenance.
injury can occur. See Lamp Replacement
Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs.
of the product.
• Always disconnect this product from its power source before servicing.
• Always connect this product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
Auto Programs
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle
product to rain or moisture.
• Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while it is operating.
accordance with the specifications in this manual or on the product’s specification
label.
• Never connect this product to a dimmer pack or rheostat.
Have the damaged parts replaced by an authorized technician at once.
• Do not cover the ventilation slots when operating to avoid internal overheating.
• The maximum ambient temperature is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate this product at
a higher temperature.
• In case of a serious operating problem, stop using this product immediately!
• CAUTION: Flashing light is known to trigger epileptic seizures. User must comply
CHAUVET® Technical Support.
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Introduction
Product
The Xeno™ 2500 is an ultra-high frequency strobe luminaire powered by a 2,500-watt Xenon
in automated programs trigger several
Features
• 3- or 4-channel Xenon strobe product
• 2,500 W Xenon long-life lamp (5,600 K) included
2. Introduction
lamp. When multiple products are linked, built-
Description
pre-programmed shows via master/slave. The product is controlled by sound-activation or
DMX through 3- and 5-pin connectors.
• Quiet operation with no fan
• DMX or sound-active operation
• Stunning automated programs with built in offsets
• Master/slave mode for easy programming of effects
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Introduction
Front View
Side View
Top View
Rear View
Bottom View
Yoke
Scroller
Bracket
Yoke
Knob
Safety
Control
Breaker
3- and 5 pin-DMX
In/Out
Slave Out
Sensitivity
Knob
Microphone
Overview
Attachment
Adjustment
Panel
Cable Loop
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Introduction
Dimensions
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Setup
AC Power
Each Xeno™ 2500 has an auto-ranging power supply that works with an input voltage
To determine the power requirements for each
Technical
The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation.
:
Always connect this product to a protected circuit with an appropriate electrical
ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
Never connect this product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even
AC Plug
The Xeno™ 2500 comes with a power input cord terminated on one end with a Neutrik®
se the
Connection
Wire (U.S.)
Wire (Europe)
Screw Color
AC Live
Black
Brown
Yellow or Brass
AC Neutral
White
Blue
Silver
AC Ground
Green/Yellow
Green/Yellow
Green
Resetting the Breaker
This product is equipped with a resettable 20A circuit breaker on the power input circuit.
Disconnect this product from the power outlet before resetting the breaker.
will not remain inserted), contact
3. Setup
range of 208~230 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
Xeno™ 2500, refer to the label affixed to the product. You can also refer to the
Specifications chart in this manual.
For more information, download Sizing Circuit Breakers from the CHAUVET® website
www.chauvetpro.com.
if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
powerCON® A connector that connects to the product. The other is bare-ended. U
table below to wire the new plug.
If the breaker trips, all sections of this product will lose power. Refer to the following
instructions for resetting the breaker.
1. Remove the power cord from mains power.
2. Allow product to cool for 15 minutes.
3. After 15 minutes, you may attempt to reset the breaker by pressing the button with
your index finger.
4. Plug the product’s power cord into the power outlet and continue using as
recommended.
If the breaker does not reset (the breaker button
CHAUVET® immediately. This indicates a possible internal malfunction.
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Setup
DMX Linking
You can link the Xeno™ 2500 to a DMX controller using a standard DMX serial
, you can
control each individually with a single DMX controller.
DMX Modes
The Xeno™ 2500 uses the standard DMX data connection for the 3- and 4-channel DMX
• The DMX Values section provides detailed information about DMX modes.
Master/Slave
The Master/Slave mode allows a Xeno™ 2500 (the “master product”) to control one or
program, or by being in
nel to operate in SLAVE mode.
The Operation chapter of this manual provides detailed instructions on how to
If you are not familiar with or need more information about DMX standards,
controller, download the DMX Primer from the CHAUVET® website:
Lamp Replacement
The Xeno™ 2500 is equipped with a 2,500-watt Xenon lamp. Replacement lamps may
Xeno™
Disconnect the product from the AC power before opening. DO NOT change lamp
Procedure
1. Turn the product off and disconnect it from power. Wait at least 15 minutes for the
2. Remove both side covers by removing 4 Phillips-head screws.
3. Side A has a single wire from the lamp connected to a terminal block. Unscrew this
connection. If using other DMX compatible products with the Xeno™ 2500
modes.
• Refer to Introduction for a brief description of these modes.
• Refer to Operation to learn how to configure the Xeno™ 2500 to work in these
modes.
Connectivity
more Xeno™ 2500s (the “slave products”) without a DMX controller. One Xeno™ 2500
becomes the master product when running a Standalone Flash
Sound-Active mode.
You must configure each slave product’s control pa
During Master/Slave operation, the slave products will operate in unison with the master
product.
configure the Master and Slave products.
Master/Slave connectivity, or the DMX cables needed to link this product to a DMX
www.chauvetpro.com.
be ordered from CHAUVET®. Follow the procedure below to safely change the
2500 lamp.
while product is plugged into power! Serious personal injury can occur.
lamp to cool down.
wire from the terminal block and note where it was connected. You will need to
install the new lamp in the same terminal.
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Setup
4. Side B contains 2 wires (1- white and 1 clear) that are connected to a terminal block.
5. Using the ceramic ends of the lamp, carefully remove it from the socket springs.
6. Holding ONLY the ceramic ends of the lamp and using EXTREME CAUTION not to
7. Reverse the steps 2 through 4 above to install the new lamp.
Increasing the Lamp’s
• DO NOT touch the lamp without wearing gloves to avoid leaving grease on the
avoid the risk of lamp explosion.
Unscrew these wires and carefully note where each was connected. CAUTION: Do
not misalign or reverse the connections when installing the new lamp!
touch the glass portion of the lamp, gently slide the lamp into the socket spring
located on Side B.
Life
bulb or on the contacts that could reduce the lamp’s life.
•ALWAYS change the lamp when it has reached its recommended lifespan to
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Setup
Scroller Mounting
The Xeno™ 2500 is includes an adaptor bracket to mount a scroller. Follow the
Procedure
1. Turn the product off and disconnect it from power. Wait at least 15 minutes for the
2. Using the diagrams above, place each bracket on the product using the alignment
3. Tighten each of the 4 Phillips-head bracket attachment screws.
Scroller Attachment
Left Side View
Right Side View
Bracket
Screws
Bracket
Bracket
Screws
Bracket
Alignment
Nipple
Slide the top
Secure the
the bracket.
procedure below to mount the scroller brackets.
Bracket
lamp to cool down.
Attachment
Attachment
nipple and the bracket screws. Insure that each bracket is installed on the proper
side.
of the
scroller over
brass fitting
using the
hook points
on scroller
scroller
using the
Phillips-head
screws on
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Setup
Mounting
Orientation
Always mount this product in a safe position and make sure there is adequate room for
Rigging
CHAUVET® recommends using the following general guidelines when mounting this
• When selecting an installation location, consider easy access to this product for
• When hanging this product, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.
Product Mounting Diagram
The Xeno™ 2500 comes with an already installed mounting bracket to which you will be
You must supply your own clamps and insure they are
. In addition, you will have to use a safety
Overhead Mounting
Before mounting this product, read and follow the Safety Notesin this manual.
ventilation, configuration, and maintenance.
product.
operation, programming adjustments, and routine maintenance.
• Make sure to mount this product away from any flammable material as indicated in
the Safety Notes.
• Never mount in places where rain, high humidity, extreme temperature changes, or
restricted ventilation may affect the product.
• If hanging this product, make sure that the mounting location can support the
product’s weight. Refer to the Technical Specifications chart for the weight-bearing
requirements of this product.
able to attach clamps for hanging.
capable of supporting the weight of this product
cable to link the product to the structure.
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Operation
Control Panel
Sets the currently selected value into the selected function
for 3 seconds to turn display backlight off
Navigates upward through the menu list and increases the
numeric value when in a function
Navigates downward through the menu list and decreases the
numeric value when in a function
Control Options
You can set the Xeno™ 2500 start address in the 001~512 DMX range. This allows for
works with
Programming
Carry out all the programming procedures indicated below from the control panel. Refer
DMX Address
1. Go to A.(001~512) in the main level.
DMX Mode
1. Go to d.(3~4)CH in the main level.
<UP>
<DOWN>
Standalone Flash Mode
This mode allows you to set the flash speed in the control panel without need of a
00~99
Sound–Active Flash Mode
This mode allows you to set the product to activate using the microphone located on the
bottom of the product. The intensity control knob can be used to adjust the sensitivity of
may be used for
0~9
4. Operation
Button Function
Description
<MENU>
<UP>
<DOWN>
the control of up to 128 products in the 4-channel mode. The Xeno™ 2500
any compatible DMX controller using standard DMX cables.
to the Menu Map to learn how the menu options relate to each other.
2. To change the current address, press <UP> or <DOWN> (pressing <UP> and
<DOWN> keys at the same time will return the setting to 001).
2. To change the current mode, press
separate controller.
1. Go to FL.(00~99) in the main level.
2. Select the Flash Speed (
or exits from the current menu or function. Press and hold
or
).
.
the microphone. Aud.0 is used for a single product while Aud.1~9
multiple products connected via the SLAVE OUT connection.
1. Go to Aud.(0~9) in the main lev el.
2. Select the sound-active mode (
).
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Operation
Master/Slave Mode
This mode allows you to set the MASTER product to control other products daisy
Standalone Flash
Master/Slave Mode
1. Go to FL. (00~99) in the main level on the first MASTER product.
) in the main level of each of the SLAVE products and set the DMX
Sound-Active Flash
Master/Slave Mode
1. Go to Aud.(0~9) in the main level on the first MASTER product.
SLAVE products and set the DMX
DMX Control
Master/Slave Mode
1. Go to A.(001~512) in the main level of the first MASTER product and set the desired
SLAVE products and set the DMX
A.002, A.003, A.004…
If more than 4 products are daisy chained together, the first product is the Master,
Main Level
Programming Levels
Description
A.
001~512
Selects a starting DMX address
3CH
4CH
FL.
00~99
Selects Standalone mode and the strobe speed
Aud.
0~9
Selects Sound-Active mode
chained together. There are 3 ways to configure Master/Slave mode.
2. Select the desired Flash Speed (00~99).
3. Go to A.(001~512) in the main level and set the DMX address to A.001.
4. Connect the SLAVE products using the SLAVE OUT connection on the back of the
MASTER product.
5. Connect the rest of the SLAVE products using the DMX IN/OUT connections.
6. Go to A.(001~512
address to A.002, A.003, A.004 … as it pertains to each product in the chain.
2. Select the desired sound-active mode (0~9).
3. Go to A.(001~512) in the main level and set the DMX address to A.001.
4. Connect the SLAVE products using the SLAVE OUT connection on the back of the
MASTER product.
5. Connect the rest of the SLAVE products using the DMX IN/OUT connections.
6. Go to A.(001~512) in the main level of each of the
address to A.002, A.003, A.004…as it pertains to each product in the chain.
DMX starting address.
2. Connect the SLAVE products using the SLAVE OUT connection on the back of the
MASTER product.
3. Connect the rest of the SLAVE products using the DMX IN/OUT connections.
4. Go to A.(001~512) in the main level of each of the
address to
as it pertains to each product in the chain.
and the Slave products are set in order as 2, 3, 4, 1, 2, 3, 4 … The last 4 products
run the same patterns of the first 4 products, and so on.