CHAUVET DJ LED-FS1 User Manual

User Manual
Footswitch (LED-FS1)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin ................................................................................. 3
What Is Included ............................................................................................... 3
Unpacking Instructions ...................................................................................... 3
Claims ........................................................................................................................ 3
Text Conventions .............................................................................................. 3
Icons .................................................................................................................. 3
Document Information ....................................................................................... 3
Product at a Glance .......................................................................................... 4
Safety Notes ...................................................................................................... 4
2. Introduction .......................................................................................... 5
Product Overview .............................................................................................. 5
3. Setup ..................................................................................................... 6
Power ................................................................................................................ 6
Mounting ........................................................................................................... 6
Orientation ................................................................................................................. 6
4. Operation .............................................................................................. 7
Foot Controller Functions .................................................................................. 7
Speed <2> Button Functions Table ............................................................................ 7
5. Technical Information.......................................................................... 8
Product Maintenance ........................................................................................ 8
General Troubleshooting .................................................................................. 8
Contact Procedure ............................................................................................ 9
CHAUVET® Contact Information ...................................................................... 9
Returning Products to CHAUVET® .................................................................. 9
6. Technical Specifications ................................................................... 10
What Is

Unpacking
Instructions

included
signs of mishandling, notify the
cking material
within seven (7) days of receiving
Text
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
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

Icons

Icon
Meaning
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Failure
harm to the user.
Important installation or configuration information. Failure to
functioning correctly.
Document
without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or

1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Included

Claims

Conventions
1 x COLORstrip™ Footswitch (LED-FS1)
1 x 10 ft 6-pin DIN cable
Immediately upon receipt, carefully unpack the product and check the container to make sure you have received all the parts indicated above in good condition.
If the container or the material inside the container (the product and accessories) appear damaged from shipping, or show carrier immediately, not CHAUVET®. Failure to do so in a timely manner may invalidate your claim with the carrier. In addition, keep the container and all the pa for inspection.
For other issues such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or concealed damage, file a claim with CHAUVET® the merchandise.
1 x Warranty Card
1 x User Manual
to comply with this information may render the product partially or
The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change
Information
omissions that may appear in this manual. CHAUVET® reserves the right to update the existing 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.
© Copyright 2012 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved.
Printed in P.R.C.
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of America.
Author Date Editor Date
S. Graham 1/31/12 A. Diaz 1/31/12
completely inoperative, cause damage to the product, or cause
comply with this information may prevent the product from
Useful non-critical information.
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Product at a
Use on Dimmer
Auto Programs
Fixed voltage (120 V or 230 V)
Auto-ranging Power Supply
 
Replaceable Fuse Circuit breaker

Safety Notes

Glance
Outdoor Use
Sound Activated
DMX
Master/Slave
Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before working with the product. The Notes include important safety information about installation, usage, and maintenance.
Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning.
Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
Never disconnect the product from power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
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.
Never connect the product to a dimmer.
Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. 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.
Switchable voltage (120 V/230 V)
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle
Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell the product to another
user, be sure that they also receive this document.
2. INTRODUCTION

Product Overview

Power Indicator LED
6-pin DIN cable connection (rear)
Scene Button
Speed Button
Function Button
Blackout Button
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Power

is provided by the COLORstrip™ product being
pin DIN cable provides both power and signal between the
outlet, and
an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of

Mounting

3. SETUP

The input power for the Footswitch used. The included 6­controller and the product.
To determine the COLORStrip’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power 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 COLORstrip™ to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the product has electrocution or fire.
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.
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes.

Orientation

The Footswitch is designed for use on a floor or floor-like, horizontal surface. Mounting overhead or vertically is not recommended.
Footswitch
alone programs
or COLORstrip™ Mini
button may be clicked once to
down to increase
100, with two separate
unit into
peed <2>
Button
A021
000~100
A022
000~100

4. OPERATION

Functions
The COLORstrip™ Footswitch provides quick access to the COLORstrip’s built-in programs, blackout function, static colors, strobe speed, and chase programs. Please refer to the Product Overview to see the button locations on the Footswitch.
Button Function
This button allows the user to cycle through the stand­in the COLORstrip™ product. You can click the button once for each of
<1>
Scene
<2>
Speed
<3>
Function
<4>
Blackout
the programs to cycle through slowly, or hold down the button to cycle through the programs faster. For a detailed description of the programs built into the unit, download the COLORstrip™ User Manual. To stop the auto programs from running once Scene <1> has been pressed, use the Blackout <4> function.
This button allows users to select the run speed (mode P.) and/or flash speed (mode F.) of the selected program. If both speeds are available in a given mode, both will change at the same rate unless the product is set to custom starting values (see the COLORstrip™ User Manual for program details). The Speed <2> slowly cycle through individual speeds, or held speed. The speed can be adjusted from 000~ corresponding values, which are dependent upon the program being accessed (see table below).
This button allows users to quickly place the COLORstrip™ Sound-Active mode. To exit the sound function, use the Scene <1> button to select the program you wish to activate, or Blackout the product.
This button disables all output from the unit. If the button is clicked with the unit already in Blackout <4> mode, it will immediately resume the last running program.
S
Functions Table
Program Value Speed <2> Functions
A001~A007
A008~A011
A012~A020
000~099
100
000~050 051~100
000~050 051~100
Run speed increases as flash speed increases Flash with sound, Blackout without sound
Slow to fast Activates sound-active mode within these
programs; defaults to auto speed when no sound is present.
Slow to fast Activates sound-active mode within these
programs; defaults to auto speed when no sound is present.
RGB color mixing, 000~100 for each
Color fade, slow to faster
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Product

General Troubleshooting

Loose connection through 6-pin DIN cable
Check cable connection
Pin damage or output damage to COLORstrip™ product
Send product(s) for repair Internal problem
Send product for repair
No energy through COLORstrip™ output
Check power on the Mains Change COLORstrip™ to another outlet
Loose or damaged 6-pin DIN cable
Check the 6-pin DIN cable for kinks or damage
Internal problem
Send product for repair
solutions, contact

5. TECHNICAL INFORMATION

To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, you should clean your products
Maintenance
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:
Unplug the product from power.
Wait until the product is cold.
Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on
the external surface.
The surface of the controller may be wiped off with a mild solution of glass cleaner or isopropyl alcohol applied to a lint-free cotton cloth.
Always dry surfaces carefully after cleaning them.
Symptom Possible Cause Possible Action
Loss of signal
Product does not power on
If you still experience problems after trying the provided CHAUVET® Technical Support.
CHAUVET®
Contact
Fax: +44 (0)1773 511110
Email: tech@chauvetlighting.com
www.chauvetlighting.com
www.chauvetlighting.co.uk
, United Kingdom, or Ireland, contact your distributor of
s to
Returning
to
Tech Support office and request a Return
. Be prepared to
reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace
Contact
Procedure
Information
Products CHAUVET®
In case you need to return a product or request support, follow the procedure below:
If you live in the U.S., contact CHAUVET® World Headquarters (see below).
If you live in the UK or Ireland, contact CHAUVET® Europe Ltd.(see below).
If you live in any other country, DO NOT contact CHAUVET®. Instead, contact your
distributor of record. Refer to our website for contact details of distributors outside the U.S., United Kingdom, or Ireland.
World Headquarters
CHAUVET® General Information
Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue Sunrise, FL 33351 Voice: (954) 929-1115 Fax: (954) 929-5560 Toll free: (800) 762-1084
Technical Support
Voice: (954) 929-1115 (Press 4) Fax: (954) 756-8015
World Wide Web
United Kingdom & Ireland
CHAUVET® Europe Ltd. General Information
Address: Unit 1C Brookhill Road Industrial Estate Pinxton, Nottingham, UK NG16 6NT Voice: +44 (0)1773 511115
Technical Support
Email: uktech@chauvetlighting.com
World Wide Web
If you live outside the U.S. record and follow their instructions on how to return CHAUVET® product them. Visit our website for contact details.
Call the corresponding CHAUVET® Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the return.
You must send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, and with its original packing and accessories. CHAUVET® will not issue call tags.
Clearly label the package with the RMA number. CHAUVET® will refuse any product returned without an RMA number.
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Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label. DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box.
Before sending the product, clearly write the following information on a piece of paper and place it inside the box:
Your name
Your address
Your phone number
The RMA number
A brief description of the problem
Be sure to pack the product properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging will be your responsibility. As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double­boxing is always a safe method to use.
CHAUVET® returned product(s).
Dimensions and
Length
Width
Height
Weight
15.8 in (401 mm)
7 in (179.2 mm)
3 in (74.8 mm)
5 lbs (2.3 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
104° F (40° C)
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
Item Number
COLORstrip Footswitch
02080189
LED-FS1

6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Weight
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