Chauvet Pro EPIX Bar Tour Quick Start Guide

Quick Reference Guide

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About This

The ÉP IX B ar Tou r Quick Reference Guide (QRG) has basic product information
such as connection, mounting, menu options, and DMX values. Download the

Disclaimer

The information and specifications contained in this QRG a re subject to change
without notice.

Safety Notes

• DO NOT open this product. It contains no user-serviceable pa rts.

product at higher temperatures.

Contact

Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux, contact your
distributor to request support or return a product. From inside the U.S., UK,

at the end of this

QRG.

What Is

Included

• ÉPIX Bar Tour

• Warranty Card

Guide

User Manual from www.chauvetprofessional.com for more details.

• To eliminate unnecessa ry wear and improve its lifespan, dur ing periods of

non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by
unplugging it.

• DO NOT look at the light source when the product is on.

• CAUTION: This product’s housing may be hot when lights are operating.

• Mount this product in a location with adequate vent ilation, at least

20 in (50 cm) from adjac ent surfaces.

• DO NOT leave any flammable material within 50 cm of this product while

operating or connected to power.

• CAUTION: When transferring product from extreme temperature

environments, (e.g. cold truck to warm humid ball r oom) condens a t ion may
form on the internal electronics of the product . To avoid causing a failure,
allow product to fully acclimate to the surrounding environment before
connecting it to power.

• USE a safety cable when mounting this product overhead.

• DO NOT operate this product outdoors or in any location where dust,

excessive heat, water, or humidity may affect it. (IP20)

• DO NOT operate this product if the housing or I/O ports appear damage d.

Have the dam aged parts replaced by a Chauvet certif ied technician at once.

• DO NOT connect this product to a dimmer or rheostat.

• ONLY connect this product to an ÉPIX Drive 900.

• ONLY use the hanging/mounting bracket to carry this product.

• In the event of a serious op erating problem, stop using immediately.

• The maximum ambient temperature is 113 °F (45 °C). Do not operate this

Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux, use the information in Contact Us

• White Frost Filter

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Product

Product

Mounting Bracket

Data/Power In

Data/Power Out

Fastening Knob/
Safety Loop

Bracket Position Adjustment Knobs
(used to align end-to-end on truss)

Filter

39.37 in
1000 mm

7.13 in
181 mm

2.36 in
60 mm

2.58 in
66 mm

1.26 in
32 mm

4.72 in
120 mm

Interlocking

Hardware

Overview

Dimensions

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Filter

The ÉP IX Bar Tour includes a black stealth filter already installed. Follow the

4. Re-install en d cap.

Power

This product is powered by an ÉPIX Drive 900. Refer to the É PIX Dri ve 90 0 user
manual for detailed instructions on how to connect this product to power.

Linking

You can link up to 6 ÉPIX Bar Tour products on each ÉPIX Drive 900 product.
Never exceed this number .

To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of

from power via breaker or

Mounting

Before mounting this product, read the Safety Notes. Use at least one mounting
point per product. Make sure the mounting clamps are capable of supporting the

line of mounting clamps,

go to http://trusst.com/products/.

Overhead Mounting

Mounting Clamp

Safety Loop Eye Bolts

Installation

procedure below to install the white frost filter.

1. Locate the en d cap of the product that d o es not have th e connecting hardware.

2. Remove the 4 screws from the end cap of the product.

3. Remove filter.

Be sure to install the frost filter with the shiny side facing toward the LEDs.

non-use completely disconnect the ÉPIX Drive 900
by unplugging it.

weight of the product. For our CHAUVET Professional

End Cap

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Vertical Mounting

1. Attach the clamp to the mounting bracket.

3. Attach a safety cable to the product’s safety loop.

products

product to the safety loop

Instructions

2. Attach the clamp to the desired structure or surface.

When hanging 2

vertically, attach the

safety cable from the

bracket of the previous

of the next product.

Never attach more than 2 products together when hanging vertically.

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Series

Attachment

The ÉPIX Bar Tour can be attached in an end to end formation to create a bar up to

meters long from just one rigging point. Do not connect any more than

4. Attach the safety cable as shown in fig. 3.

1

2

3

2

Instructions

2 ÉPIX Bar Tours in a row when hanging vertically.

1. Loosen the 2 fastening eye bolts.

2. Slide the connecting bracket out until it stops and tighten the eye bolt closes t

to the center of the product.

3. Slide the second ÉPIX Bar Tour into the connecti ng br acket and tig ht e n the

remainin g eye bolt.

Eye Bolt

Be sure to install the safety cable last when attaching the products in series.

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Product

To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, clean this product
frequently. Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining the

up reduces light

tissue.

Wipe any dirt or grime to the outside edge of the surface. Gently polish the

Expected LED

LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time, mostly because of heat. Packaged in

LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in ideal, single LED

For this reason, using clustered LEDs at their fullest intensity

ventilation around the product and reducing the ambient temperature to an optimal
operating range. In addition, limiting the overall projection intensity may also help
to extend the LED’s lifespan.

Maintenance

Lifespan

cleaning frequency.
As a rule, clean this product at least twice a month. Dust build­output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduced light source
life and increased mechanical wear.
Cleaning the ÉPIX Bar Tour:

1. Unplug the pr o d uct.

2. Wait until the product is at room temperature.

3. Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust c olle cted

on the external vents and accessible internal c omponents.

4. Clean all external surfaces with a mild solution of non-ammo n ia gl ass cl e ane r

or isopropyl alcohol.

5. Apply a solution directly to a soft, lint-free cotton cloth or a lens cl eaning

surfaces with the lint-fre e co tto n clo t h o r l e ns cl ea n i ng ti s su e unt i l t hey a re fr ee
of haze and lint. Always dry the external surfaces carefully after cleaning them.

clusters, the
conditions.
significantly reduces the LEDs’ lifespan. Under normal conditions, this lifespan can
be 40,000 to 50 , 0 0 0 hours.
If extending this lifespan is vital, lower the operating temperature by improving the

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Return Policy

You must send the merchandise prepaid, in the original box, and with the original

st a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number

before shipping the product. When calling, be prepared to provide the model

box.

Submitting a

If the con tainer or mat erial insid e the conta iner (produc t and includ ed accessori es)

manner may invalidate your claim. In addition, keep the container and all the

r other issues such as missing components or parts, damage not related to

shipping, or concealed damage, file a claim with Chauvet within seven days of

Be sure the product is packed securely. Any shipping damage resulting from

product(s).

and Procedure

Claim

packing and accessories. Chauvet will not issue call tags.
Refer to th e Contact Us section in this guide for addresses and phone numbers.
Call Chauvet and reque

number, serial number, and a brief description of the reason for the return.
Once you have received the RMA number, include the following information on a
piece of paper inside the box:

• Your name

• Your address

• Your phone number

• RMA number

• A brief description of the problem

Clearly label the package with the RMA number that was provided to you.
Chauvet will refuse any product returned without an RMA number. Write the RMA
number on a properly affixed label. DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the

appears d amaged from shipping or shows signs of mishandling, notify the carrier
immediately upon receipt - not Chauvet. Failure to notify the carrier in a timely

packing material for inspection.
Fo

receiving the merchand ise.

inadequate packaging will be the customer’s responsibility. As a suggestion, proper
FedEx packing or doub le-boxing is the preferred method Chauvet recommends.
Chauvet res erves the right to use its own d iscretion to repair or replace retur ned

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Dimensions and

Length

Width

Height

Weight

39.37 in (1000 mm)

4.72 in (120 mm)

2.36 in (60 mm)

4.54 lb (2.06 kg)

Note: Dimensions in inches roun ded to the nearest decim al digit.

Electrical

Power Supply

Range

ÉPIX Drive 900

100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Parameter

120 V, 60 Hz

208 V, 50 Hz

230 V, 50 Hz

Consumption

50 W

50 W

50 W

Operating

0.42 A

0.24 A

0.21 A

Power

48 VDC

I/O

Input/ Output

Connector port

4-pin XLR

Cord plug

4-pin XLR

Power Linking

Max. per Epix Drive 900

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Light Source

Type

Lifespan

LED

50,000 hours

Color

Quantity/Pixels

Tri-color SMD 5050 LEDs

150

Photometrics

Parameter

Stealth Filter

Frosted Filter

Luminance

601 NITS

2,040 NITS

Pixel Pitch

20 mm

Refresh Rate

4,700 Hz

Viewing Angle

125°

Thermal

Max. External Temperature

Cooling System

113 °F (45 °C)

Convection

Data Connections

I/O Connectors

Channel Range

Determined by ArKaos
MediaMaster software

Art-Net/sACN

450 channels each

Ordering

Product Name

Item Code

UPC Number

ÉPIX Bar Tour

03091140

781462214883

Technical Specifications

Weight

4-pin XLR

Kling-Net

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Legal Notices

Trademarks

CHAUVET is a registered tra demark of CHAUVET & Sons Inc. (d/b/a CHAUVET or
Chauvet). The CHAUVET logo in its entirety including the CHAUVET name and the
dotted triangle, and all other trademarks in this guide pertaining to services, products, or

ny other product names,
logos, brands, company names, and other trademarks featured or referred to within this
document are the property of their respective trademark holders.

Copyright

Notice

Chauvet owns the content of this guide in its entirety, including but not limited to

Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.

Disclaimer

Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all
respects. However, C hauvet assumes no responsibility for an y errors or omissi ons in
this documen t. Chau vet reserv es the rig ht to revi se and mak e changes to the cont ent of

or company of such
revision or chan ges. This does n ot in any way const itute a commitm ent by Chauvet to
make such changes. Ch auvet may issue a revision of this manua l or a new edition to
incorporate such changes.

About Quick Reference Guide

The ÉPIX Bar Tour Quick Reference Guide is subject to change without notice. Download the latest version
from www.chauvetprofessional.com.

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Acerca de esta

La guía de referencia rápida (GRR) del ÉPIX BarTour contiene información básica
sobre el producto, c omo conexión, montaje, opciones de menú y valore s DMX.

para una

información más detal l ad a.

Exención de

responsabilidad

La información y especificaciones contenidas en esta GRR están sujetas a cambio

Notas de

• NO abra este producto. No contiene piezas reparables por el usuario.

este producto a temperaturas más altas.

Contacto

Fuera de EE. UU., Reino Unido, Irlan da, México o Ben elux póngase en c ontacto
con su distribuidor para solicitar asistencia o devolver un producto. Desde dentro
de EE. UU., Reino Unido, Irlanda, México o Benelux, utilice la información de

Contacto al final de esta GRR.

Qué va

incluido

• ÉPIX Bar Tour

• Tarjeta d e g arantía

guía

Descargue el manual de usuario de www.chauvetprofessional.com

sin previo aviso.

seguridad

• Para evitar un desgaste innecesario y alargar su vida útil, desconecte

completamente el producto de la alimentación mediante el interruptor o
desenchufándolo durante periodos en que no se use.

• NO mire a la fuente de luz cuando el producto esté encendido.

• ATENCIÓN: la c arcasa de es te producto puede estar caliente cuando las

luces están en funci onamiento.

• Monte este product o en una ubicación con ventilación adecuada, al menos a

20 in (50 cm) de supe r f icie s adyacentes.

• NO deje ningún material inflamable a menos de 50 cm de este producto

mientras esté funcion an do o conectado a la alimentación.

• ATENCIÓN: cuando traslade el producto desde ambientes de temperatura

extrema (p. ej., desde u n camión frío a una sala de fiestas húmeda y
caliente) se puede formar condensa ción en la electrónica interna del
producto . Para evitar q ue se produzca un fallo, deje que el producto se
aclimate totalmente a l entorno antes de conectar la alimentación.

• USE un cable d e seguridad cuando mon te este producto en lo alt o.

• NO ponga en funcionamiento este producto en el exterior o en cualquier

ubicación en la que el polvo, calor excesivo, agua o humedad puedan
afectarlo (IP20).

• NO ponga en funcionamiento este producto si la carcasa o los puert o s de

E/S parecen dañados. Haga que un técnico autorizado por Chauvet sustituya
todas las piezas estropeadas.

• NO conecte este produ cto a un atenuador o reostat o.

• Conecte este producto UNICAMENTE a un ÉPIX Drive 900.

• Use SOLAMENTE los soportes de colgar/montar para mover este prod ucto

• En caso de un problema grave de funcionamiento, deje de usarlo

inmediatamente.

• La temperatura ambiente máxima es de 11 3 °F (45 °C). No haga funcionar

• Filtro difusor blanco

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Vista general

Dimensiones

Soporte de montaje

Entrada datos/alimentación

Salida datos/alimentación

Mando de
ajuste/Lazo de
seguridad

Mandos de ajuste de la posición del
soporte
punto a punto en un truss)

Filtro

39,37 in
1000 mm

7,13 in
181 mm

2,36 in
60 mm

2,58 in
66 mm

1,26 in
32 mm

4,72 in
120 mm

Material de

interconexión

del producto

del producto

(utilizados para alinear

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