Power Linking .......................................................................................................................................... 13
Auto Modes ............................................................................................................................................. 18
Sustitución del Fusible ............................................................................................................................. 32
Alimentación en Cadena ......................................................................................................................... 33
Uso Adecuado ......................................................................................................................................... 35
Dirección de Inicio ................................................................................................................................... 36
Modos de Canal, Asignaciones y Valores DMX ............................................................................. 37
Modo Sonido ........................................................................................................................................... 38
Sensibilidad al Sonido ............................................................................................................................. 38
Modo Automático ..................................................................................................................................... 38
Modo Maestro/Esclavo ............................................................................................................................ 38
Control Remoto .............................................................................................................................. 39
Adresse de Départ ................................................................................................................................... 56
Valeurs, Assignations et Modes de Canaux DMX ......................................................................... 57
Sensibilité au Son .................................................................................................................................... 58
Modes Auto ............................................................................................................................................. 58
Printed in P.R.C.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
Author Date Editor Date
R. Isenstadt 02/27/15 D. Couppe 04/29/15
Ignoring this information can cause the product to not work,
Important installation or configuration information. The product
may not function correctly if this information is not used.
Useful information.
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Safety Notes
important laser system safety information. Read and
.
laser eye injury and
Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
•This product is not intended for permanent installation.
disconnect from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
• Avoid direct eye contact with laser light. Never intentionally expose your eyes or
reasons!
The Safety Notes include
understand all instructions before powering on the laser for the first time
Knowing these safety instructions is crucial to avoiding
breaking the law. Keep this User Manual in a safe place for future reference.
STOP AND RE AD ALL LASER SAFETY DATA
• Lasers can be hazardous and have unique safety considerations. Permanent
eye injury and blindness is possible if lasers are used incorrectly. Pay close
attention to each safety REMARK and WARNING statement in this User
Manual. Read all instructions carefully BEFORE operating this device.
• 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 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 bloc ked.
• Never connect the product to a dimmer .
• Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
• Always use the mounting bracket to carry the product.
• Do not switch the product on/off in short intervals. T his w ill r educe the las er diode life.
• Do not shake this product. Avoid brute force w hen mounting or oper ating this pro duct.
• ALWAYS use a safety cable when mounting the product overhead.
• The ambient operating temperature for the laser is 59 °F to 95 °F (15 °C to 35 °C).
Do not operate this product outside this range.
• 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. Contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
• To eliminate wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely
others to direct laser light.
• This laser product can potentially cause instant eye injury or blindness if laser light
directly strikes the eyes.
• It is illegal and dangerous to shine this laser into audience areas, where the
audience or other personnel could get direct laser beams or bright reflections into
their eyes.
• It is a U.S. federal offense to shine any laser at aircraft.
• Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this User
Manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
• DO NOT attempt any repairs. Repairs and servicing must be carried out by a
certified technician. Unauthorized modifications are forbidden for safety
• Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If transferring ownership of the
product to another user, be sure this document is kept with the laser.
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Non-Interlocked
• This unit contains high power laser devices internally.
skin burns, and fires.
ight is different from any other light sources. The light from this product can
not set up and used properly. Laser light is
y burning the retina (the
sensitive portion at the back of the eye). Even if you cannot feel “heat” from a laser
ce. Even very small
even at long distances. Laser eye
that because laser entertainment products split the laser into hundreds
e laser beam is scanned out in high speed, that an individual laser
beam is safe for eye exposure. This laser product uses dozens of milliwatts of laser
power (Class 3B levels internally) before it splits into multiple beams (Class 3R levels).
, it
is is true
areas in which people can potentially get exposed, such as
use.
Housing Warning
Laser Safety
• Do not open the laser housing, due to potential exposure to unsafe levels of laser
radiation.
• The laser power levels, accessible if the unit is opened, can cause instant blindness,
STOP AND READ ALL THE LASER SAFETY NOTES BELOW
Notes
Laser l
potentially cause eye injury if the product is
thousands of times more concentrated than light from any other kind of light source. This
concentration of light can cause instant eye injuries, primarily b
lightbeam, it can still potentially injure or blind you or your audien
amounts of laser light are potentially hazardous—
injuries can happen faster than you can blink.
DO NOT assume
of beams and that th
Many of the individual beams are potentially hazardous to the eyes.
DO NOT assume that because the laser light is moving, it is safe. Laser light is never without
risk, nor do the laser beams always move. Since eye injuries can occur instantly, it is critical
to prevent the possibility of ANY direct eye exposure. According to laser safety regulations
is not legal to aim Class 3R lasers into areas where people can get exposed. Th
even if the laser is aimed below people’s faces, such as on a dance floor.
• Do not operate the laser without first reading and understanding all safety and
technical data in this manual.
•ALWAYS set up and install all laser effects so that all laser light is at least 3 meters
(9.8 feet) above the floor on which people can stand. See the Proper Usage section
of this manual.
• After setup, and prior to public use, test laser to ensure proper function. Do not use if
any defect is detected.
•DO NOT use laser if the laser appears to be emitting only one or two beams, rather
than dozens/hundreds, as this could indicate damage to the diffraction grating optic,
and could allow emission of laser levels higher than Class 3R.
• DO NOT point lasers at people or animals.
• Never look into the laser aperture or laser beams.
• DO NOT point lasers into
uncontrolled balconies, etc.
•DO NOT point lasers at highly reflective surfaces such as windows, mirrors, and
shiny metal. Even laser reflections can be hazar dou s.
• Never point a laser at aircraft; this is a U.S. federal offense.
• Never point un-terminated laser beams into the sky.
• Do not expose the output optic (aperture) to harsh cleaning chemicals.
• Do not use the laser if the housing is damaged, open, or if the optics appear
damaged in any way.
• Never open the laser housing. The high laser power levels inside of the protective
housing can start fires or burn skin, and will cause instant eye injury.
• Never leave this product running unattended.
• The operation of a Class 3R laser show is only allowed if the show is controlled by a
skilled and well-trained operator, familiar with the data included in this manual.
• The legal requirements for using laser entertainment products vary from country to
country. The user is responsible for the legal requirements in the location/country of
Scorpion™ Storm FX RGB User Manual Rev. 3 Page 7 of 64
CAUTION! DO NOT operate this device in ways not specified in this User Manual. Failure to follow
the instructions will void the warranty, may damage the product, or injure the user or the audience.
CAUTION! This product cannot be discarded with household waste. Contact your local waste
management service for electronic disposal regulations in your area.
Laser Safety Label Reproduction
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Laser
LASER LIGHT AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE
Further guidelines and safety programs for safe use of lasers can be found in the ANSI
Z136.1 Standard “For Safe Use of Lasers”, available from the Laser Institute of America:
others, require all lasers to be used under the guidelines of ANSI Z136.1. Laser Display
guidance can be obtained via the International Laser Display Association:
Laser Emission Data
Laser
Statement
This laser product complies with EN/IEC 60825-1 Ed 2, 2007-03, and U.S.
compliance with laser performance standards.
Exposure
Warning
www.laserinstitute.org. Many local governments, corporations, agencies, military, and
www.laserist.org.
Laser Classification Class 3R
Red Laser Medium LD GaAIAs, 650 nm/100 mW
Green Laser Medium DPSS Nd:YVO4, 532 nm/40 mW
Blue Laser Medium LD GaAlAs 450 nm/100 mW
Beam Diameter <5 mm at aperture
Compliance
Pulse Data All pulses < 4 Hz (>0.25 sec)
Divergence (each beam) <2 mrad
Divergence (total light) <160 degrees
Laser Power of Each
Beam from Aperture*
*As measured under IEC measurement conditions for classification.
FDA/CDRH FLPPS via the terms of Laser Notice No. 50 dated June 24, 2007.
This laser device is classified 3R. (Class 3R is the international equivalent of
U.S. Class IIIa.) No maintenance is required to keep this product in
<5 mW
Scorpion™ Storm FX RGB User Manual Rev. 3 Page 9 of 64
2.INTRODUCTION
Overview
Power Indicator LED
Cooling Fan
Power In
Display and
Laser Output
DMX In
DMX Out
Microphone
Power Out
Fuse Holder
Safety
On/Off
Sound Indicator LED
IR Sensor
Loop
Switch
Control Buttons
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Dimensions
7.6 in
(194 mm)
9.1 in
(232 mm)
7.5 in
(191 mm)
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AC Power
ranging power supply and it can
circuit breaker, power outlet, and
’s back panel, or
(circuit breaker or fuse).
a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even
Fuse
Replacement
Installed fuse
(held by plastic clip)
Spare fuse holder
(inside safety cap)
Safety cap
3.SETUP
The Scorpion™ Storm FX RGB has an external autowork with an 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
refer to the Technical Specifications. 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 an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk
of electrocution or fire.
•To eliminate wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use
completely disconnect from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Never connect the product to
if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse.
1. Disconnect the product from power.
2. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
3. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
4. Remove the blown fuse from the holder.
5. Replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.
6. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
A spare fuse is not included; however, the safety cap has room for a spare.
Always replace a blown fuse with one of the same type and rating.
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Power Linking
of the
Power Linking
You can power link up to 33 Scorpion™ Storm FX RGB units on 120 VAC or up to
The power linking diagram shown above corresponds to the North American
product ONLY! If using the product in other markets, you must
distributor as power linking connectors and
1st Product
2nd Product
3rd Product
Additional Products
The product provides power linking via the Edison/IEC outlet located in the back
unit.
Diagram
55 Scorpion™ Storm FX RGB units on 230 VAC.
version of the
consult with the local Chauvet
requirements may differ in your country or region.
Scorpion™ Storm FX RGB User Manual Rev. 3 Page 13 of 64
Mounting
, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in
that includes planning for
make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the
product onto a truss, you should use a mounting clamp of
appropriate
nal adjustment when aiming the
Mounting Clamp
Safety Cable
Before mounting the product
the Safety Notes.
Orientation
The Scorpion™ Storm FX RGB must be mounted in a position
safe laser usage. In addition,
product.
Rigging
• Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy access
to the product for maintenance and programming.
• Make sure that the structure or surfac e onto which you are mounting the product can
support the product’s weight (see the Technical Specificati ons
• When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the product
securely to a rigging point, such as an elevated platform or a truss.
• When rigging the
appropriate weight capacity. The bracketed has a 13-mm hole, which is
for this purpose.
• The bracket adjustment knobs allow for directio
product to the desired angle. Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually.
Using tools could damage the knobs.
).
Mounting Bracket
Bracket
Adjustment
Knob x2
Surface
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Supports
Proper Usage
recommends
mounting lighting effect products on steady elevated platforms or sturdy overhead
y regulations require that laser products must be operated
in the fashion illustrated below, with a minimum of 3 meters (9.8 ft) of vertical
separation between the floor and the lowest laser light. Additionally,
ed between laser light and audience or
CAUTION! USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS, OR PROCEDURES
This product is for overhead mounting only. For safety purposes, Chauvet
supports using suitable hanging clamps. In all cases, use safety cables. Obtain
appropriate mounting hardware from your lighting vendor.
International laser safet
3 meters of horizontal separation is requir
other public spaces.
OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THIS USER MANUAL MAY RESULT
IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
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This product is not designed for continual use. Make sure there are regular breaks during operation to maximize the
life of your laser. Always disconnect the Scorpion™ Storm FX RGB from power when not in use.
Control Panel
panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the
display. When the product is on, the LED monitor on the rear panel will show the current
operating mode (standalone or DMX). The product will retain the last saved settings when
Menu Map
Mode
Programming Steps
Description
DMX Mode
001—506
Selects DMX starting address
Auto Fast
AuF
Fast auto program
Auto Slow
AuS
Slow auto program
Sound
Sou
Sound-Active program
Sensitivity
S 0—S 9
Sound sensitivity control
Random
rdN
Random program
Slave Mode
SLA
Slave mode
Remote Control
rEN
Wireless remote control
Configuration
socket on the product.
When selecting a DMX starting address, always consider the number of DMX channels
elected DMX mode uses. If you choose a starting address that is too high, you could
DMX mode, which defines
If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol, download the DMX Primer from
3. Press <ENTER> and the DMX indicator light turns on.
4.OPERATION
Operation
To access the control
powered off.
Button Function
<FUNC>
<UP>
<DOWN>
<ENTER>
Selects an operation mode or backs out of the current menu option
Scrolls up the list of options or selects a higher value
Scrolls down the list of options or selects a lower value
Activates a menu option or a selected value
rGb, r, G, b,
rG, rb, Gb
Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller.
(DMX)
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
3. Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input
Starting Address
the s
restrict the access to some of the product’s channels.
The Scorpion™ Storm FX RGB uses up to 7 DMX channels in
the highest configurable address to 506.
www.chauvetlighting.com.
To select the starting address, do the following:
1. Press <FUNC> repeatedly until 001—506 blinks on the display.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address.
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DMX Channel Modes, Assignments, and Values
000 ó 050
201 ó 255
DMX mode
Random program
000 ó 004
226 ó 255
Blackout
Red + Green + Blue Alternate Strobing
000 ó 036
217 ó 255
Red
Red + Green + Blue
000 ó 004
255
No function
Sound-Active strobe
000 ó 004
134 ó 255
No rotation
Counter-clockwise rotation, slow to fast
000 ó 004
169 ó 255
No function
Mode 4, slow to fast
000 ó 004
134 ó 255
No rotation
Counter-clockwise rotation, slow to fast
000 ó 004
169 ó 255
No function
Mode 4, slow to fast
control, be sure Channel 1 is set to DMX
7-Channel
Channel Function Value Setting
1 Control Functions
Color Selection
(when Ch. 1 is
between 000–050)
2
051 ó 100
101 ó 150
151 ó 200
005 ó 015
016 ó 025
026 ó 035
036 ó 045
046 ó 055
056 ó 065
066 ó 075
076 ó 085
086 ó 095
096 ó 105
106 ó 115
116 ó 125
126 ó 135
136 ó 145
146 ó 155
156 ó 165
166 ó 175
176ó 185
186 ó195
196 ó 205
206 ó 215
216 ó 225
Auto program, fast
Auto program, slow
Sound-Active program
Red
Green
Blue
Red + Green
Green + Blue
Blue + Red
Red + Green, Blue
Red on, Green strobing
Green on,Blue strobing
Blue on, Red strobing
Red + Green, alternate strobing
Green + Blue, alternate strobing
Blue + Red, alternate strobing
Red + Green on, Blue strobing
Blue + Green on, Red strobing
Red + Blue on, Green strobing
Blue on, Green + Red Strobing
Red on, Green + Blue Strobing
Green on, Red + Blue Strobing
Blue on, Red + Green Alternate Strobing
Red on, Green + Blue Alternate Strobing
Green on, Red + Blue Alternate Strobing
Color Selection
(when Ch. 1 is
between 051–200)
3 Strobe
4 Rotation (motor 1)
5 Stutter (motor 1)
6 Rotation (motor 2)
7 Stutter (motor 2)
For manual operation of lasers using DMX
mode (000–050). When Channel 1 is 051–255, Channels 3–7 have no function.
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037 ó 072
073 ó 108
109 ó 144
145 ó 180
181 ó 216
005 ó 254
005 ó 127
128 ó 133
005 ó 056
057 ó 112
113 ó 168
005 ó 127
128 ó 133
005 ó 056
057 ó 112
113 ó 168
Green
Blue
Red + Green
Green + Blue
Blue + Red
Strobe, slow to fast
Clockwise rotation, slow to fast
Stop
Mode 1, slow to fast (when Ch. 4 is on)
Mode 2, slow to fast (when Ch. 4 is on)
Mode 3, slow to fast
Clockwise rotation, slow to fast
Stop
Mode 1, slow to fast (when Ch. 6 is on)
Mode 2, slow to fast (when Ch. 6 is on)
Mode 3, slow to fast
Configuration
Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode (Static, Auto, or
Sound) to a DMX string connected to a DMX controller. Products in standalone
interfere with the DMX signals from
4. Press <ENTER> and the SOUND indicator light turns on.
Sound Sensitivity
Auto Modes
4. Press <ENTER>.
Master/Slave
(the master)
Scorpion™ Storm FX RGB products (the slaves)
program or Sound mode, while the slaves will be set to operate in Slave mode. Once set
2. Make the master unit the first unit in the DMX daisy chain.
Configure all the slave units before connecting the master unit to the DMX
Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave
operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the
(Standalone)
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
mode may transmit DMX signals that could
the controller.
Sound Mode
To enable the Sound-Active program, do the following:
1. Press <FUNC> repeatedly until Sou blinks on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired color(s).
To set the sound sensitivity, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <FUNC> repeatedly until S 0—S 9 blinks on the display.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired sound sensitivity.
3. Press <ENTER>.
• The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).
• The laser will blackout when in Sound mode after 3 seconds of silence or
noise below the sensitivity setting.
To enable the auto programs, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <FUNC> repeatedly until AuF (fast auto program) or
AuS (slow auto program) bli nk s on the display .
2. Press <ENTER> to select the desired auto program.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired color(s).
The Master/Slave mode allows a single Scorpion™ Storm FX RGB product
Mode
to control the actions of one or more
without the need of a DMX controller. The master will be set to operate in either an auto
and connected, the slave units will operate in unison with the master unit.
Configure the units as indicated below.
Slave units:
1. Press <FUNC> repeatedly until SLA shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master unit.
4. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave units to the DMX output of the
previous slave unit.
5. Finish setting and connecting all the slave units.
Master unit:
1. Set the master unit to operate in either an auto program or S ound mod e.
•
daisy chain.
•
master unit.
•Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master unit.
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Sound-Active
Mode
Note: Any control or setting on the IR Remote will be saved until the system is rebooted. The system
will revert to Auto Mode after reboot.
Laser On/Off
Strobe/Strobe Color
(A/B/C)
Effect Pause
Color Changing
Auto Mode
Sound-Active
Speed Setting
Remote Control
Mode
Button Function Description
ON/OFF
Auto Mode
Sound Sensitivity
Color Changing
Strobe Press <A> (Red), <B> (G reen), or <C> (Blue), and then <0> to <9>
Speed Setting Number buttons from <1> to <9> control Strobe
Hold for 3 seconds to activate or deactivate remote mode
Laser runs on built-in auto programs
The Sound Indicator LED flashes when sound is detected
In Sound-Active mode, press <MUSIC> + <B> + <1> (least sensitive)
to <9> (most sensitive) to adjust sens itivity setting