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Chauvet DJ Festoon, Festoon VW User Manual

Festoon
Festoon VW
User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin .........................................................................................
Claims ............................................................................................................................ 1
2. Introduction................................................................................................... 3
3. Setup.............................................................................................................. 6
Fuse Replacement ......................................................................................................... 6
Power Linking................................................................................................................. 7
Controller........................................................................................................................ 8
Festoon/Festoon VW String / Extension String / Additional Festoon Strings................. 9
4. Operation....................................................................................................... 11
Control Panel Operation........................................................................................... 11
Menu Map ................................................................................................................ 11
Configuration (DMX) ................................................................................................ 12
DMX Personality and Starting Address.......................................................................... 12
Set # of Festoon/Festoon VW Strings............................................................................ 12
DMX Channel Assignments and Values ........................................................................ 12
Configuration (Standalone) ...................................................................................... 16
Set # of Festoon/Festoon VW Strings............................................................................ 16
Static Colors................................................................................................................... 16
Automatic Programs....................................................................................................... 16
Sound Mode................................................................................................................... 16
Manual Color Mixing ...................................................................................................... 17
Dimmer Programs .......................................................................................................... 17
IRC-6 Infrared Remote Control ................................................................................ 18
IRC-6 Operation ............................................................................................................. 18
Master/Slave Mode .................................................................................................. 19
D-Fi USB Connectivity ................................................................................................... 19
5. Maintenance.................................................................................................. 20
Product Maintenance ............................................................................................... 20
6. Technical Specifications.............................................................................. 21
Returns.............................................................................................................. 22
Contact Us......................................................................................................... 23
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Festoon/Festoon VW User Manual Rev. 1
BEFORE YOU BEGIN

1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

What Is Included

• Festoon/Festoon VW Controller
• 1 Festoon String with 20 bulbs (15m)
• 1 Extension String (6.6 m)

Unpacking Instructions

Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition.

Claims

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. Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or concealed damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery.

Text Conventions

CONVENTION MEANING
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
<ENTER> A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel
ON A value to be entered or selected
• Power Cord
• Warranty Card
• Quick Reference Guide

Symbols

SYMBOL MEANING
Electrical warning. Not following these instructions may cause electrical damage to the product, accessories, or the user.
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not following these instructions may make the product not work, cause damage to the product, or cause harm to the operator.
Important installation or configuration information. The product may not function correctly if this information is not used.
Useful information.

Disclaimer

Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects. However, Chauvet assumes no responsibility and specifically disclaims any and all liability to any party for any loss, damage or disruption caused by any errors or omissions in this document, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause. Chauvet reserves the right to revise the content of this document without any obligation to notify any person or company of such revision, however, Chauvet has no obligation to make, and does not commit to make, any such revisions. Download the latest version from www.chauvetdj.com
.

Intellectual Property

The works of authorship contained in this manual, including, but not limited to, all design, text and images are owned by Chauvet.
© Copyright 2019 Chauvet & Sons, LLC. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America. CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo, and Festoon/Festoon VW are registered trademarks or trademarks of
Chauvet & Sons LLC. (d/b/a Chauvet and Chauvet Lighting) in the United States and other countries. Other company and product names and logos referred to herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.
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Safety Notes

• Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
• Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing the fuse.
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect the product from power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
• If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.
• Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating.
• The bulbs can get hot with excessive use. Avoid touching them with bare hands, and always allow the bulb to cool before handling.
• This product is not intended for permanent installation.
• Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
• The Festoon/Festoon VW String is for indoor or temporary outdoor use (IP43). Do not expose to harsh or excessively corrosive environmental conditions (whether indoors or outdoors), including, but not limited to, extreme temperatures, humidity, atmospheric conditions (including salinity or pressure), radiation (UV, infrared or nuclear), shock and conditions which exceed the product’s Ingress Protection (IP) rating.
• ALWAYS terminate the open end of your string when being used outdoors or near
moisture.
• The Festoon/Festoon VW Strings may be exposed to rain and moisture, as long as the bulbs hang at a 90° angle to the ground. The Festoon/Festoon VW controller is not intended for outdoor use.
• The Festoon/ Festoon VW Controller is IP20 rated. Keep it away from water, solvents and chemicals. Take care to site it away from potential water hazards, for example, do not install it beneath pipes that are subject to condensation. Avoid installing it where excessive humidity and condensation may occur
• Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.
• Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
• Never connect the product to a dimmer.
• Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
• Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the hanging/ mounting bracket.
• The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate the product at higher temperatures.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.
• Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
unplugging it.
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Keep this User Manual for future use. If you sell the product, be sure that they receive this document.
Festoon/Festoon VW User Manual Rev. 2
INTRODUCTION
Festoon/Festoon VW Controller
D-Fi USB Port
DMX Out
Power In/Out
Festoon String Port
Display and Menu Buttons
IR Receiver
DMX In
Extension String
Festoon/Festoon VW String
Festoon/FestoonVW Bulb (in detail)
Mounting Eyelet
IP43 Rated Socket, Cabling and Plug

2. INTRODUCTION

Product Overview

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Product Dimensions: String and Bulb

590.5 in
15000 mm
561 in
14249 mm
5 in
127 mm
29.5 in
749 mm
INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION
7.5 in
191 mm
8.4 in
213 mm
2 in
51 mm
6.7 in
17 cm

Product Dimensions: Controller

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SETUP
Fuse Holder
Power In
Power Out to Next Product
Safety cap
Spare fuse holder
(inside safety cap)
Installed fuse
(held by plastic clip)

3. SETUP

AC Power

The Festoon/Festoon VW controller has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart. The listed current rating indicates the product’s average current draw under normal conditions.
• Always connect the product to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non­use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Never connect the product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.

Fuse Replacement

1. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
2. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
3. Remove the blown fuse from the holder and replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.
4. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power
.
Disconnect the product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse.
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