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What Is
Unpacking
Instructions
damaged from
missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping,
Text
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
Menu > Settings
A sequence of menu options to be followed
<ENTER>
A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel
ON
A value to be entered or selected
Symbols
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not
damage to the product, or cause harm to the operator.
Document
The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change
assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions
reserves the right to update the existing
1.BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Included
Claims
Conventions
• Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC
• Hanging Bracket with Mounting
Hardware
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the
parts are in the package and are in good condition.
If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear
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
or concealed damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery.
Convention Meaning
Symbol Meaning
• Power Cord
• Warranty Card
• Quick Reference Guide
Information
following these instructions may make the product not work, cause
Important installation or configuration information. The product
may not function correctly if this information is not used.
Useful information.
without notice. Chauvet
that may appear in this manual. Chauvet
document or to create a new document to correct any errors or omissions.
You can download the latest version of this document from www.chauvetlighting.com.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
Author Date Editor Date
A. Leon 06/23/2015 R. Isenstadt 06/23/2015
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Safety Notes
important information about the mounting, usage, and maintenance
Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Glance
Use on Dimmer
Outdoor Use
Sound-Activated
DMX
Master/Slave
These notes include
of this product; read before using the product.
• This product is not intended for permanent installation.
• Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
• Always disconnect the product from power 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 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.
•
• 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 product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not
expose the product to rain or moisture.
•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 or rheostat.
• 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
Auto Programs
Auto-ranging Power Supply
Replaceable Fuse
User-Serviceable
Keep this User Manual for future use. If you sell the product to another user, be sure to
give this document to the next owner.
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2.INTRODUCTION
Product Overview
Power Out
Manual
Focus Lens
Yoke
Gobo Access
Door
Cooling Fan
LCD Display
Indicator LED
Menu
Buttons
IR Sensor
DMX In/Out
Microphone
Power In
Fuse-Holder
Front Panel View
Back Panel View
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Product Dimensions
232 mm
337 mm
9.1 in
13.2 in
8.3 in
211 mm
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AC Power
ranging power supply and it can work with
circuit breaker, power outlet, and
(circuit breaker or fuse).
an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of
To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of
use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by
a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even
Fuse
Power Linking
You can power link up to 6 Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC units on 120 VAC or up to
The power linking diagram shown above corresponds to the North American
using the product in other markets, you must
consult with the local Chauvet distributor as power linking connectors and
requirements may differ in your country or region.
1st Product
2nd Product
3rd Product
Other products
3.SETUP
Replacement
The Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC has an autoan input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
To determine the product’s power requirements (
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
Make sure the product has
electrocution or fire.
•
nonunplugging it.
Never connect the product to
if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
1. Disconnect the product from power.
2. Using a flat-head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse holder cap from
the housing.
3. Remove the blown fuse.
4. Replace with a fuse of the same type and rating.
5. Screw the fuse holder cap back in place and reconnect power.
• Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse.
• Always replace a blown fuse with another of the same type and rating.
The product provides power linking via the IEC outlet located in the back of the unit.
Power Linking
Diagram
10 Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC units on 230 VAC.
version of the product ONLY! If
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Mounting
ndicated in
Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC may be mounted in any position; however, make sure
for weight
product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the
When power linking multiple products, you must always consider the length of the
The rubber feet also serve as floor supports. When mounting the product on the
Mounting Diagram
When using only one mounting clamp with this fixture, you must use a clamp with
Bracket
x2
Rubber Feet for
Floor Mounting x4
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations i
the Safety Notes.
Orientation
The
adequate ventilation is provided around the product.
Rigging
•Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy
access to the product for maintenance and programming purposes.
•Make sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting the product
can support the product’s weight. See the Technical Specifications
information. The CLP-15 cla m p from Chauvet is appropriate for this product.
•When mounting the
product securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated platf orm or a truss.
•When rigging the product onto a truss, you should use a mounting clamp of
appropriate weight capacity.
•
power linking cable and mount the products close enough for the cable to reach.
•
floor, make sure that the product and cables are away from people and vehicles.
Attachment Plate
Safety Cable
(such as CH-05 from Chauvet)
Threaded Hole for
Safety Loop
(behind the foot)
a captive bolt to prevent acc idental loosening.
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Control Panel
Operation
To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the
<ENTER>
Menu Map
Main Level
Programming Levels
Description
Address
001–512
Sets the DMX starting address
DMX8CH
DMX13CH
Slave
Slave1–4
Selects Slave mode 1, 2, 3, or 4
Sound
Selects Sound-Active mode
Auto
Selects Automatic mode
IR
Selects infrared control
Pan
0–540°
Pan Fine
Fine control of panning
Tilt
0–270°
Tilt Fine
Fine control of tilting
P/T Speed
Pan/Tilt speed (fast to slow)
Color
Selects color options
Gobo
Selects gobo options
Gobo Rot
Rotation effect with increasing speed
Prism
Selects 3-facet prism
Dimmer
Sets dimmer value
Shutter
Strobe effect with increasing speed
Special Function
Selects control functions
P/T Macro
Selects pan/tilt macros
OFF
Normal pan operation
ON
Reverse pan operation
OFF
Normal tilt operation
ON
Reverse tilt operation
OFF
Normal display
ON
Reverse display
540
Selects the 540° pan angle range
360
Selects the 360° pan angle range
180
Selects the 180° pan angle range
270
Selects the 270° tilt angle range
180
Selects the 180° tilt angle range
090
Selects the 90° tilt angle range
OFF
Turns off Totem mode
UP
Selects upward pan and tilt range
DOWN
Selects downward pan and tilt range
Sensitivity
001–100
Sets sound sensitivity
Reset
Resets the product
Factory Set
Loads factory defaults
Ver: VX.X
Displays the software version
Running Mode: XXXXX
Displays the current running mode
Dmx Address: XXX
Displays the current DMX address
Temperature: XXX
Displays the LED temperature in Celsius
4.OPERATION
display.
Button Function
<MENU>
<UP>
<DOWN>
Press to find an operation mode or to back out of the current menu
option
Press to scroll up the list of options or to find a higher value
Press to scroll down the list of options or to find a lower value
Press to activate a menu option or a selected value
Run Mode
Setup
DMX
Manual Test
Pan Reverse
Tilt Reverse
Screen Reverse
Pan Angle
Tilt Angle
Selects DMX mode
000–255
Totem Mode
Sys Info
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Configuration
When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels
download the DMX Primer from
DMX
Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller.
(DMX)
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input
socket on the product.
Starting Address
the selected DMX mode uses. If you choose a starting address that is too high, you could
restrict the access to some of the product’s channels.
The Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC uses up to 13 DMX channels in its 13-channel DMX
mode, which defines the highest configurable address to 500.
If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol,
www.chauvetlighting.com.
To select the starting address, do the following:
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Address.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address.
5. Press <ENTER>.
The Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC has two DMX personalities, a 13-channel personality and
Personalities
an 8-channel personality.
To choose which DMX personality to use, follow the steps below:
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Run Mode.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select DMX.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> until either DMX13CH (to choose the 13-channel personality)
or DMX8CH (to choose the 8-channel persona lity ) shows on the display.
7. Press <ENTER>.
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5.DMXASSIGNMENTS
DMX13CH
1
Pan
000ó255
0–540°
2
Fine Pan
000ó255
Fine control of pan
3
Tilt
000ó255
0–270°
4
Fine Tilt
000ó255
Fine control of tilt
5
Speed
000ó255
Pan/Tilt speed (fast to slow)
000ó006
White
007ó013
Yellow
014ó020
Pink
021ó027
Green
028ó034
Red
035ó041
Light Blue
042ó048
Kelly Green
049ó055
Orange
056ó064
Dark Blue
065ó071
White + Yellow
072ó078
Yellow + Pink
079ó085
Pink + Green
086ó092
Green + Red
093ó099
Red + Light Blue
100ó106
Light Blue + Kelly Green
107ó113
Kelly Green + Orange
114ó120
Orange + Dark Blue
121ó127
Dark Blue + White
128ó191
Color cycling rai nbow with increasing speed
Reverse color cycling rainbow with increasing
speed
064ó071
Gobo 7 shake (slow to fast)
072ó079
Gobo 6 shake (slow to fast)
080ó087
Gobo 5 shake (slow to fast)
088ó095
Gobo 4 shake (slow to fast)
096ó103
Gobo 3 shake (slow to fast)
104ó111
Gobo 2 shake (slow to fast)
112ó119
Gobo 1 shake (slow to fast)
120ó127
Open
128ó191
Cycle effect with increasing speed
192ó255
Reverse cycle effect with increasing speed
000ó007
No function
008ó119
Rotation effect with increasing speed
120ó231
Reverse rotation effect with increasing speed
232ó255
Gobo bounce
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
6 Color Wheel
7 Gobo Wheel
8 Gobo Rotation
192ó255
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DMX13CH
Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
000ó015
Open
016ó255
Prism on
10
Dimmer
000ó255
0–100%
000ó003
Closed
004ó007
Open
008ó215
Strobe effect with increasing speed
216ó255
Open
000ó007
No function
008ó027
Blackout while pan/tilt moving
028ó047
Blackout while moving gobo wheel
Disable blackout while pan/tilt/moving gobo
wheel
068ó087
Blackout while moving color wheel
Disable blackout while pan/tilt/moving color
wheel
Disable blackout while moving gobo/color
wheel
Disable blackout while pan/tilt/moving
gobo/moving color wheel
148ó157
Reset pan
158ó167
Reset tilt
168ó177
Reset color wheel
178ó187
Reset gobo wheel
188ó197
Reset prism
198ó207
Reset all channels
208ó255
No function
000ó007
No function
008ó023
Automatic movement 1
024ó039
Automatic movement 2
040ó055
Automatic movement 3
056ó071
Automatic movement 4
072ó087
Automatic movement 5
088ó103
Automatic movement 6
104ó119
Automatic movement 7
120ó135
Automatic movement 8
136ó151
Sound-active movement 1
152ó167
Sound-active movement 2
168ó183
Sound-active movement 3
184ó199
Sound-active movement 4
200ó215
Sound-active movement 5
216ó231
Sound-active movement 6
232ó247
Sound-active movement 7
248ó255
Sound-active movement 8
(cont.)
9 Prism
11 Shutter
12 Special Function
048ó067
088ó107
108ó127
128ó147
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13 Pan/Tilt Macros
DMX8CH
Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
1
Pan
000ó255
0–540°
2
Tilt
000ó255
0–270°
000ó006
White
007ó013
Yellow
014ó020
Pink
021ó027
Green
028ó034
Red
035ó041
Light Blue
042ó048
Kelly Green
049ó055
Orange
056ó064
Dark Blue
065ó071
White + Yellow
072ó078
Yellow + Pink
079ó085
Pink + Green
086ó092
Green + Red
093ó099
Red + Light Blue
100ó106
Light Blue + Kelly Green
107ó113
Kelly Green + Orange
114ó120
Orange + Dark Blue
121ó127
Dark Blue + White
128ó191
Color cycle rainbow with increasing speed
Reverse color cycle rainbow with increasing
speed
064ó071
Gobo 7 shake (slow to fast)
072ó079
Gobo 6 shake (slow to fast)
080ó087
Gobo 5 shake (slow to fast)
088ó095
Gobo 4 shake (slow to fast)
096ó103
Gobo 3 shake (slow to fast)
104ó111
Gobo 2 shake (slow to fast)
112ó119
Gobo 1 shake (slow to fast)
120ó127
Open
128ó191
Cycle effect with increasing speed
192ó255
Reverse cycle effect with increasing speed
000ó007
No function
008ó119
Rotation effect with increasing speed
120ó231
Reverse rotation effect with increasing speed
232ó255
Gobo bounce
3 Color Wheel
192ó255
4Gobo Wheel
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5 Gobo Rotation
DMX8CH
Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
000ó015
Open
016ó255
Prism on
7
Dimmer
000ó255
0–100%
000ó003
Closed
004ó007
Open
008ó215
Strobe effect with increasing speed
216ó255
Open
Configuration
(Standalone)
to a DMX string connected to a DMX controller.
s in standalone mode may transmit DMX signals that could interfere with
Sound Sensitivity
Sound-Active
(cont.)
Mode
6 Prism
8 Shutter
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.
•Connect the product to power.
Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode (either
Automatic or Sound-Active)
Product
the DMX signals from the controller.
To enable the Sound-Active mode, do the following.
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Run Mode.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select Sound.
5. Press <ENTER>.
The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).
Automatic Mode
Totem Mode
To set the sound sensitivity, do the following.
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Setup.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select Sensitivity.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select 001–100, low to high.
7. Press <ENTER>.
To enable the Automatic mode, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Run Mode.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select Auto.
5. Press <ENTER>.
To activate the Totem Mode, do the following:
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Setup.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select Totem Mode.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose OFF, DOWN, or UP.
7. Press <ENTER>.
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Manual Test Mode
Pan/Tilt
operate with normal panning or
operate with normal tilting or
Pan/Tilt Angle
Orientation
Range
To test or control any function of the Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC through the LCD display
menu, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Run Mode.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select Manual Test.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the function to test or control, from the options:
Pan, Pan Fine, Tilt, Tilt Fine, P/T Speed, Color, Gobo, Gobo Rot, Prism,
Dimmer, Shutter, Special Functions, and P /T Macros .
7. Press <ENTER>.
8. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to change the value of the selected function, from 000
NOTE: For information regarding what each value range does for each
function, see the DMX Assignments for 13CH Mode.
To select whether the Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC will
inverted panning, do the following.
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Setup.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select Pan Reverse.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select ON or OFF.
7. Press <ENTER>.
To select whether the Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC will
inverted tilting, do the following:
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Setup.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select Tilt Reverse.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select ON or OFF.
7. Press <ENTER>.
The user can select the range for the pan and tilt angles on the Intimidator™ Spot 255.
To select which pan angle range to use, do the follow ing.
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Setup.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select Pan Angle.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select 540, 360, or 180.
7. Press <ENTER>.
To select which tilt angle range to use, do the following.
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Setup.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select Tilt Angle.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select 270, 180, or 090.
7. Press <ENTER>.
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Display
Reset Options
option will restart the product, but does not change any settings. Using the
option will clear out all customized settings and return the settings to the
To reset the software on the Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC, do the
System
The user can flip the LED display for easy readability in any mounting situation.
To select the display orientation:
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Setup.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select Screen Reverse.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select ON or OFF.
7. Press <ENTER>.
The Reset
Factory Set
factory defaults
following:
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Setup.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Reset or Factory Set.
5. Press <ENTER>.
To view information about the Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC:
Information
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Sys In fo.
3. Press <ENTER>. The current information about the product will show on the
display.
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Master/Slave
(the master) to
(the slaves)
te in either
for a delayed show with all heads in the
in Master/Slave
configuration with Intimidator Spot 255 IRC products, you must observe the
Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave
may interfere with the signals from the
The Master/Slave mode allows a single Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC
Mode
control the actions of one or more Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC products
without the need of a DMX controller. The master will be set to opera
Automatic or Sound-Active mode, while the slaves will be set to operate in Slave mode.
Once set and connected, the slaves will operate in unison with the master.
Configure the products as indicated below.
Slaves:
1. Press <MENU>.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Run Mode.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select Slave.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select Slave1, Slave2, Slave3, or Slave4.
• Select Slave1 for 100% synchronized actions.
• Select Slave2, Slave3, or Slave4
same direction but with a delay creating a wave effect.
7. Press <ENTER>.
8. Connect the DMX input of the first slave product to the DMX output of the master.
9. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slaves to the DMX output of the previous
slave.
10. Finish setting and connecting all the slaves.
Master:
1. Set the master to operate in either Automatic or Sound-Active mode.
2. Make the master the first product in the DMX daisy chain.
When including Intimidator™ Spot LED 250 products
following:
• When the Intimidator™ Spot LED 250 is the master and the Intimidator™ Spot
255 IRC is connected as a slave, the Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC must be set to
DMX mode with a starting address of 001. DO NOT set the Intimidator™ Spot
255 IRC in Slave mode when an Intimidator™ Spot LED 250 is the master.
• The Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC will not operate as the master to an
Intimidator™ Spot LED 250 connected as a slave.
• Configure all the slaves before connecting the master to the DMX daisy chain.
•
operation because the controller
master.
•Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master.
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IR mode allows the product to be controlled with an infrared remote controller. The
6 can remotely set the product to various modes; adjust the color, speed and
IRC-6 Operation
Be sure the IRC-6 remote is pointing directly at the product and there is nothing in
The list below describes which features each button controls.
IR Mode
IRCsensitivity; and set the strobe.
To set the product to IR mode, do the following:
1. Make sure the product is plugged into a power source and not connected to a DMX
cable.
2. Press <MENU>.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose Run Mode.
4. Press <ENTER>.
5. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose IR.
6. Press <ENTER> and the IR indicator on the front of the Intimidator Spot 355Z IRC
lights up.
between the remote and the product.
Some of the buttons on the remote work differently than what is indicated on their
labels. For example:
• <MANUAL> changes the Gobo pattern.
• <FADE> changes the color.
• <R>, <G>, <B>, <A> and <W> control other manual functions.
Please read the next section carefully.
• <BLACKOUT> - Turns LED on and off.
• <AUTO> - Activates Auto mode. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to cycle through Auto
modes.
• <SOUND> - Activates Sound mode.
• <STROBE> - Activates the strobe. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to cycle through
strobe speeds.
•<SPEED> - Adjusts the movement speed. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to cycle
through movement speeds.
•<SENSITIVITY> - Adjusts sound sensitivity. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to cycle
through sound sensitivity levels.
•<%> - Adjusts the brightness of the LEDs. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to increase
or decrease the brightness of the LEDs.
•<MANUAL> - Changes the Gobo pattern. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to scroll
through the GOBO options.
•<FADE> Changes the color. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to scroll through the color
options.
•<R> - Activates color wheel rotation control. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to
increase or decrease rotation speed.
•<G> - Activates Gobo wheel rotation control. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to
increase or decrease rotation speed.
• <B> - Activates color and Gobo auto mode, independent from movement.
• <A> - Activates pan and tilt control. Press <A> to toggle pan and tilt, and use the
<+> and <-> buttons to increase or decrease pan or tilt values.
•<W> - Activates prism con trol. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to s et prism value,
0–15 for off, 16–255 for on.
• <+> - Increases values for controls as descri bed abov e.
• <-> - Decreases values for controls as described above.
• <0>–<9> - Activates specific Auto modes. Can be used as a shortcut for the
combination of the <AUTO> button and the <+> and <-> buttons.
•<UV> or <P> - No function with this product.
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Zero Adjust
The Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC contains a passcode-protected mode which allows you to
Mode
calibrate and adjust several of the product’s operating parameters.
In order to access this mode, do the following:
1. Press and hold <MENU> for at least 10 seconds.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to enter the passcode: 2323.
3. Press <ENTER>.
In this mode there are several options for adjustment:
Parameter Default Description
Pan 128
Tilt 095
Gobo 120
Color 128
Prism 128
LED 000
Manually adjust the starting pan angle
Manually adjust the starting tilt angle
Manually adjust the gobo wheel starting position
Manually adjust the color wheel starting position
Manually adjust the prism starting position
Manually adjust the starting brightness of the LED
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Changing
remove the gobo wheel.
Easy-access Panel
Gobo Replacement Diagram
Expansion Ring
Gobo Wheel Detail Views
Gobos
Gobo Holder Removal
To change the gobos in the Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC, do not
Simply:
1. Disconnect product from power outlet.
2. Place the product on a flat, level surface with the front facing up.
3. Access the gobo plate by removing the cover on the moving head. By hand, gently
push downward on the cover, in the direction of the debossed arrowhead on the
cover.
4. Rotate the gobo wheel until the gobo that needs replacing is accessible.
5. Separate the gobo holder assembly away from the gobo wheel by pushing it
forward and up. Be careful not to push the gobo out of the gobo plate.
6. Extract the gobo holder by pulling it backwards out of the product.
7. On a flat surface, remove the expansion ring that holds the gobo in place and
remove the gobo from the gobo plate.
8. Insert a new gobo and hold it in place with the expansion ring.
9. To re-insert the new gobos, slide the tip of the gobo holder under the pressure plate
near the center of the gobo wheel.
10. Push the gobo holder assembly inwards. DO NOT force the gobo holder into the
gobo wheel slot. Slightly move the holder from side-to-side if needed to get it to seat
properly. If correctly installed, the bottom of the holder will be flush with the gobo
wheel.
11. Push cover back into position.
Gobo
Gobo Holder
Assembly
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Product
reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can
To maintain optimum performance and
Do not spin the cooling fans using compressed air because you could damage
6.TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Dust build up
Maintenance
lead to reduction of the light source’s life.
minimize wear, you should clean your lighting products at least twice a month. However,
be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be contributing factors to
increase the cleaning frequency.
To clean the product, follow the instructions below:
1. Unplug the product from power.
2. Wait until the product is at room temperature.
3. Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on
the external surface/vents.
4. Clean all glass/transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass
cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
5. Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
6. Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the glass/transparent surface.
7. Gently polish the glass/transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
Always dry the glass/transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.
them.
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Dimensions and
Height
(pointing upward)
8.3 in (211 mm)
9.1 in (232 mm)
13.2 in (337 mm)
12.6 lb (5.7 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
Switching (internal)
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Auto-ranging
Parameter
120 V, 60 Hz
230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption
98 W
95 W
Operating
1.4 A
0.8 A
Power linking current (units)
8 A (6 units)
8 A (10 units)
Fuse
F 3 A, 250 V
F 3 A, 250 V
Power I/O
US/Worldwide
UK/Europe
Power input connector
IEC
IEC
Power output connector
Edison
IEC
Power Cord plug
Edison (US)
Local plug
Light Source
Type
Power
Lifespan
LED
60 W
50,000 hours
Color
Quantity
Current
White
1
2.3 A
Photometrics
Parameter
Illuminance
10,420 lux @ 2 m
Beam angle
15°
Strobe Rate
0 to 20 Hz
Pan and Tilt
540° Pan
270° Tilt
540°, 360°, 180°
Pan
270°, 180°, 90°
Tilt
24 mm outside
1.1 mm maximum thickness
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
Cooling System
104 °F (40 °C)
Fan-cooled
DMX
I/O Connectors
Connector Type
Channel Range
3-pin XLR
Sockets
8 or 13
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
UPC Number
Intimidator™ Spot 255 IRC
08010959
781462213077
7.TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Weight
Length Width
Weight
Pan/Tilt Ranges
Gobo Size
20 mm image
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, contact your distributor and
to return Chauvet products to them. Visit our
Returns
Call the corresponding Chauvet Technical Support office and request a Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product. Be prepared to
the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the
You must send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, and with its original packing
h the RMA number. Chauvet will refuse any product
Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label. DO NOT write the RMA number
information on a piece of paper
Be sure to pack the product properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate
boxing are
Chauvet reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned
To return a product or request support:
• In the U.S., contact Chauvet World Headquarters (See Contact Us).
• In the UK or Ireland, contact Chauvet Europe Ltd. (See Contact Us).
• In Mexico, contact Chauvet Mexico. (See Contact Us).
• In Benelux, contact Chauvet Europe BVBA. (See Contact Us).
• In any other country, DO NOT contact Chauvet. Instead, contact your lighting
distributor. See www.chauvetlighting.com for distributors outside the U.S., UK,
Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux.
Outside the U.S., UK, Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux
follow their instructions on how
website for contact details.
provide
return.
and accessories. Chauvet will not issue call tags.
Clearly label the package wit
returned without an RMA number.
directly on the box.
Before sending the product, clearly write the following
and place it inside the box:
• Your name
• Your address
• Your phone number
• RMA number
• A brief description of the problem
packaging will be your responsibility. FedEx packing or doublerecommended.
product(s).
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CONTACT US
WORLD HEADQUARTERS - Chauvet
General Information
Toll free: (800) 762-1084
Technical Support
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com
UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND - Chauvet Europe Ltd.
General Information
Fax: +44 (0)1773 511110
Technical Support
MEXICO - Chauvet Mexic o
General Information
Voice: +52 (728) 285-5000
Technical Support
CHAUVET EUROPE - Chauvet BVBA
General Information
Voice: +32 9 388 93 97
Technical Support
Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux, contact the dealer of record and follow their
instructions to request support or to return a product. Visit the Chauvet website for contact information.
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