LX5™
Snapshot
OK on Dimmer
Outdoor OK
Sound-Activated
DMX512
Master/Slave
115V/230V Switch
Replaceable Fuse
User-Serviceable
USER MANUAL
Chauvet, 5200 NW 108th Avenue, Sunrise, FL 33351 U.S.A.
(800) 762-1084 – (954) 577-4455
FAX (954) 929-5560
www.chauvetlighting.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. BE FORE Y O U BE GIN............................................................................................................................................................ 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED ...................................................................................................................................................................... 3
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................................... 3
AC POWER ................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................................................................. 3
2. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................................................... 4
FEATURES.................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................................... 4
3. SETUP .................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
FUSE REPLACEMENT ................................................................................................................................................................... 5
MOUNTING ................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Orientation ........................................................................................................... 5
Rigging ................................................................................................................ 5
4. OPERATING I NS TRUCTIONS .............................................................................................................................................. 5
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
GENERAL MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
RETURNS PROCEDURE ................................................................................................................................................................. 7
CLAIMS ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................................................... 8
CONTACT US .............................................................................................................................................................................. 8
LX5™ User Manual 2 Rev. 3
Figure 1 - AC Voltage Switch
Not all products have a voltage
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Please read these instructions carefully, theyi nc lude imp ort ant informati on
about the ins tallati on, usage, and maintenance of this product.
What is Included
Ø 1 x LX5™
Ø Power Cord
Ø Warr ant y Car d
Ø Quick Refer e nc e Guide
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving a product, carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure
that all par ts are present, and have been rec ei ved in good condit i on. N otify the shipp er im m edi ately
and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged or the carton shows signs of
mishan dl in g. Save the carton and all pac ki ng mat er i als .
AC Power
To determine the power requirements for a particular product, see the label affixed to the back plate
of the product or refer to the product’s specifications chart. A product’s listed current rating is its
average current draw under normal conditions. All products must be power ed dir ectly off a switched
circuit and cannot be run off a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or
dimmer channel is used solely for a 0 to 100% switch. Before applying power to a product, check that
the source voltage matches the product’s requirement. Check the product
or device carefully to make sure that if a voltage selection switch exists that
it is set to the correct line volt ag e you wil l use.
Warning! Verify that the voltage select switch on your unit matches the
line voltage applied. Damag e to your product may result if the
line voltage applied does not match the voltage indicated on
the voltage selector switch. All products must be connected
to circuits wi th a suitable Earth Ground.
Safety Instructions
select switch. Please be sure to
connect to the proper voltage.
• Please keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure that
they also receive this instruction booklet.
• Always m ak e sure that you ar e c onn ec ting to the proper voltag e, and that t h e lin e vol tage you are
connecting to is not higher than th at st ated on the dec al or rear panel of the product.
• This product is intended for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose product to
rain or moisture. Mak e sure there ar e no fl am m able materials cl ose to the unit w hi l e op erating.
• The unit mus t b e installed in a location with ad equate venti l at i on, at leas t 20in (50cm) from adjacent
surfac es. Be sure that n o ven ti l at i on sl ots are blocked.
• Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to replac e wi th
same fuse size and t yp e.
• Secure product to fastening device using a safety chain. Never carry the product solely by its head.
Use its carrying handles.
• Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104°F (40°C). Do not operate product at temperat ures higher
than this.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to repair the
unit by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please
contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center. Always use the same type spare parts.
• Never connect the device to a dimmer pack.
• Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect th e pow er c or d b y pul li ng or tugging on t h e c ord.
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.
• Do not daisy chain power to more than 50 units.
Caution! There are no-user serviceable parts. Do not open the housing or attempt any
repairs your self. In the unlikely event your unit may require service, please contact
CHAUVET® at: 954-577-4455.
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Mounting
Lens
Power Output
Max 50 units
110/230V
Selector Switch
Sound
Knob
Mode
Switch
IEC Power
Connection
Panel
(rear)
2. INTRODUCTION
Features
• LED moonflowe r effect
• Selectable functions: sound, rotating, static
• Additional power output for daisy chaining units (max 50 units)
• Sound sensitivit y knob
• Ultra-bright L EDs
• Low power consumption
Product Overview
Connector with
Fuse Holder
Selector
Bracket
Sensitivity
Adjustment
For LX series only!
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Hanging Clamp
Note!
Clamp is sold separately.
The fuse is located
head screwdriver.
3. SETUP
Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always
replace with the same type fuse.
Fuse Replacement
With a flat-head screwdriver wedge the fuse
holder out of its housin g. R em o v e the damaged
fuse from its h ol d er and replace w ith exac t
same type fuse. Insert the fuse holder back in
its place and reconnect power.
Mounting
Orientation
This product ma y be m ou nted in any posi ti on provided there is adequ ate room for vent i l ation.
Rigging
It is important never to obs t r uc t th e fan or ven ts pathway. Mou nt th e
product using, a suitable “C” or “O” type clamp. Adjust the angle of
the product by loosening both knobs and tilting the product. After finding
the desired position, retighten both knobs.
• When selecting installation location, take into consideration lamp
replacement access and routine maintenance.
• Safety cables must always be used.
• Never mount in places where the product will b e exp osed to rain, hi g h
humidit y, extreme temp erature chan ges or restric t ed ventilati on.
inside this
compartment.
Remove us i ng a flat
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The LX5 can operate in Sound-Active or Auto mode, which is determined by the position of the switch
located on the rear of the unit. The mod e of the unit refers to the r eaction of th e LEDs on l y as th ere
are no moving parts in the unit. To switch between the t wo m odes, place the switc h in ei th er t h e “I” or
“O” position.
In the “I” position, the product operates in Sound-Active m ode, the sens iti vi ty of which can b e
adjust ed b y th e kn ob al so located on th e r ear of t h e un it. T o increase th e s ensi tivity of the unit rotate
the knob clockwise.
In Auto Mode, the light will pr ogress thr ou gh a pre-programmed routine, whether sound is present or
not.
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General Troubleshooting
Applies to
Foggers
Dimmers
Auto shut off
Chec k fan therm al switch reset
ü
Beam is very dim or
not bright
Clean optical system or replace lamp
Check 220/110v switch for proper setting
Breaker/Fus e keeps
blowing
Check total load placed on device
ü
Chase is too slow
Check users manual for speed adjustment
ü ü
ü
Device has no power
Check for power on Mains.
Chec k device’s fuse. ( internal and/or external)
ü ü
ü
Product is on b ut
audio
Make sure you have the correct audi o mode on the
Adjust sound sensitivity knob
Lamps cuts off
sporadically
Pos sible bad lamp or product is overheating.
Lamp may be at end of its life.
ü
Light will not c ome
Some discharge lam ps require a c oolin g off period
again, wait 5 to 10 minutes before powering up
Moves slow
Check 220/110v switch for proper setting
ü
No flash
Re-install bulb, may have shifted in shipping
ü
No light output
Check slip ring & brushes for contact
Call ser vice technician
Relay will not work
Check reset switch
Check cable connections
Rem ote does not
work
Make sure connector is firmly connec ted t o device
ü
Stand alone mode
All Chauvet lighting products featuring stand-alone
Symptom Solution(s)
there is n o
movement to the
on after power failure
control switches. If audio provided via ¼” jack, make
sure a live audio signal exists
before t he electro nics in the product can kick start it
Lights
& Snow Controllers
ü
ü
ü
& Chaser
ü ü
Install bulb
ü
ü
functions do not require additional settings, simply
power the product and it will automatically enter into
this mode
If you still have a problem after trying these solutions, please contact CHAUVET® Technical
Support.
ü
ü
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General Maintenance
To maint ain op t i mu m p erformanc e and minimize we ar products should be cleaned frequently. Usage
and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency. As a general rule, products should
be cleaned at least twice a month. Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause
overheating. This can lead to reduced lamp life and increased mechanical wear. Be sure to power off
product before conducting maintenance.
Unplug product f rom power. Use a vacuum or air c omp ressor and a s oft br ush to remo ve dust
collect ed on ext ernal vents and internal com p onents. Clean all glass when the product is cold wit h a
mild solution of glass cleaner or Isopropyl Alcohol and a soft lint free cotton cloth or lens tissue. Apply
solution to the cloth or tissue and drag dirt and grime to the outside of the lens. Gently polis h optical
surfac es un til they are fr ee of h az e and l i nt.
The clean in g of internal and external op t ical lenses and/ or m irrors mus t be c arri ed out p eriodicall y to
optimi z e ligh t output. Clean i ng frequency depends on t h e envi ronment in whic h the product operates:
damp, smoky or particularly dirty surrounding can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the unit’s
optics. Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid. - Always dry the parts carefully. - Clean
the external optics at leas t every 20 days . Clean the int er n al optics at leas t ev er y 30/60 days.
Returns Procedure
Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued.
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RMA #).
Product s returned with ou t an RMA # will be refused. Call CHAUVET and request RMA # pri or t o
shippi ng th e product. B e prep ared to provi d e th e mod el number, s er i al nu m b er an d a brief descri ption
of the cause for the return. Be sure to properly pack product, any shipping damage resulting from
inadequate packaging is the customer’s responsibility. CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own
discretion to repair or replace product(s). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is
always a s af e method to use.
Note: If you are given an RMA #, please include the following information on a piece of
paper inside the box:
1) Your name
2) Your address
3) Your phone number
4) RMA #
5) A brief description of the symptoms
Claims
Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be
reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise. It is the customer's responsibility to notify and
submit claims with the shipper in the event that a product is damaged due to shipping. Any other
claim for items such as missing component/part, damage not related to shipping, and concealed
damag e, mus t b e m ade within seven ( 7) d ays of rec ei vi ng m er c h an dise.
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Technical Specifications
WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS
Length ................................................................................................................................ 8.7 in (222 mm)
Width .................................................................................................................................. 5.1 in (130 mm)
Height ................................................................................................................................. 7.7 in (197 mm)
Weight .................................................................................................................................. 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg)
POWER
Switch-selectable power settings ................................................................ 120V 60Hz AC or 230V 50Hz
Fuse ............................................................................................................................................... 1A 250V
Power Consumption .........................................................................................7.8W (0.08A) max at 120V
Inrush Power ...........................................................................................................11.4W (0.15A ) at 12 0V
Power Factor........................................................................................................................... 0.65 at 120V
Power Output ......................................................................50 units m ax at 110V, 100 unit s m ax at 230V
LIGHT SOURCE
LED ...................................................................................... 57 (17 Red, 24 Green, 16 B lu e) 100,000 hrs
PHOTO OPTI C
Coverage Angle ...................................................................................................................................... 43°
THERMAL
Maximum ambient temperature .............................................................................................104°F (40°C)
ORDERING INFORMATION
LX5 ......................................................................................................................................................... LX5
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Warranty.................................................................................................................. 1-year limited warranty
Contact Us
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Technical Supp or t Chauvet Lighting
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com
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5200 NW 108th Avenue
Sunrise, FL 33351
voice: 954.577.4455
fax: 954.929.5560
toll free: 800.762.1084
5200 NW 108th Avenue
Sunrise, FL 33351
voice: 954.577.4455 (Pr e ss 4)
fax: 954.929.5560 (Attention: Service)
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