1. Before You Begin................................................................................3
What Is Included ........................................................................................... 3
Unpacking Instruc tions .................................................................................. 3
Claims ................................................................................................................... 3
Text Conventions .......................................................................................... 3
Icons ............................................................................................................. 3
Disclaimer ..................................................................................................... 3
Product at a Glance ....................................................................................... 4
Safety Notes ................................................................................................. 4
2. Introduction.........................................................................................5
Product Overview .......................................................................................... 5
Product Dimensions ...................................................................................... 6
3. Setup ...................................................................................................7
AC Power ...................................................................................................... 7
Fus e Repl acement ................................................................................................. 7
Power Linking ........................................................................................................ 8
Mounting ....................................................................................................... 9
Orientation ............................................................................................................. 9
Rigging .................................................................................................................. 9
4. Operation ..........................................................................................10
Control Panel Operation .............................................................................. 10
Menu Map ................................................................................................... 10
Configuration ( DM X) .................................................................................... 11
Starting Address .................................................................................................. 11
DMX Values ................................................................................................ 11
5-CH .................................................................................................................... 11
Configuration ( S tandalone) .......................................................................... 12
Sound-Active Mode .............................................................................................. 12
Automatic Mode ................................................................................................... 12
Master/Sl ave Mode .............................................................................................. 12
5. Technical Information ......................................................................13
Product Maintenanc e .................................................................................. 13
6. Techni cal Sp eci f ications ..................................................................14
Returns ....................................................................................................... 15
Contact Us .................................................................................................. 15
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What Is
Included
Unpacking
Instructions
included accessories) appear damaged from
omponents or parts, damage not relat ed to shipping,
A set of values of which only one can be chosen
A menu option not to be modified
A seq uence of menu opti ons to b e followed
A key t o be pr essed on th e product’s control panel
A value t o be entered or selected
Icons
Critical installation, configuration, or operation informa tion. Failure
Disclaimer
The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change
without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Claims
Conventions
• Hemisp here™ 5.1
• Power cord
Immediately upon receipt, carefully unpack the product and check the contai ner to make
sure you have received all the parts indicat ed above in good condition.
If the box or the contents (the product and
shipping, or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not CHAUVET®.
Failure to do so in a timely m anner may invali date y our claim with the carrier. I n addition,
keep the box and contents for inspect ion.
For other issues such as missing c
or concealed damage, file a claim with CHAUVET® within 7 days of delivery.
Convention Meaning
Icon Meaning
• Warranty card
• Quick Reference G uide
omissions that may appear i n this manual, and res erves the r ig ht to revi se o r rec reat e
this manual at any time.
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Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the U nited St ates of Am er ica.
to comply may render the product partially or completely
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inoperative, cause dam age to the product, or cause harm to the
Important installation or configuration information. The product
may not function correctly if this i nformation i s not us ed.
Useful information.
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Safety Notes
Glance
Use on Dimmer
Out door Use
Sound Activated
DMX
Master/Slave
The Safety Notes i nclude important safety i nformation about the mounting
maintenance of this product. Rea d th e Safety Notes b efore using th e pro duct.
• Always connect the product to a grounded circ uit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
• Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing
the fuse.
• Avo id di rect eye exp osure to the l ight sour ce whi le th e product is on.
• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect the product from power by p ul li ng or tugging on the c ord.
• If mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable.
• Make sure th ere are no flammable materials close t o the product when operating.
• Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
• Alw ays make s ure that the voltag e of the outlet to which you are connect ing the
product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
• The product is for indoor us e only! (I P20) T o prevent risk of fire or shock, do n ot
expose the product to rain or moistu re.
• Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 i n
(50 cm) from adjacent surfaces .
• Be su re that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
• Nev er co nnect the product to a dimmer.
• Make sure to repl ace the fus e w ith a noth er of t he same typ e and r ati ng.
• Nev er ca r ry the product by the power cord or the moving head. Always us e the
hanging/mounting brackets.
• The maximum ambient t emperature (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.
• Nev er tr y to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskill ed persons can lead to
damage or malfunction. Contact th e near est a uthorized techni cal assistance center.
• This product is not intended for permanent installation.
Auto Programs
Auto-ranging Power Supply
Replaceable Fuse
User-Serviceable
Duty Cycle
• Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell the product to another
user, b e s ure that they also r eceive th is document.
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The Hemisphere™ 5.1 is a rotating, multi-colored centerpiece light. The product
music. Standalone modes allow customized looks without a DMX controller.
contains r ed, green , blue, white, and amb er LEDs for effects similar to a mirror ball.
Overview
The moving head spins in both directions and at variable speeds to create an everchanging star field. Sound-activated programs change the lights to the beat of the
Sound Sensitivity
Adjustment Knob
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