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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTACT US ... 16 CHAUVET®, 2010, All Rights Reserved Information and specifications in this User Manual are subject to change without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual. Author: Anthony Chiappone... -
Page 3: Before You Begin
In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing. Manual Conventions CHAUVET® manuals use the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information from the regular text. ONVENTION [10] <Menu>... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Please read these instructions carefully. It includes important information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product. 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. ... -
Page 5: Introduction
2. I NTRODUCTION Product Overview Channel Outputs (1~4) LED Channel Indicators LED Display Control Buttons Power In Fuseholders Power Switch DMX Out DMX In 2. Introduction 12/10/2010 5:16 PM... -
Page 6: Setup
Doing otherwise could damage the load. Changing between “Dimmer” and “Switch” The DMX-4 LED has two different methods for controlling the output of the four (4) channels. This must be set by the user via the control panel. -
Page 7: Mounting
Mounting Orientation The DMX-4 LED may be mounted in any position, provided there is adequate room for ventilation. Rigging Be sure that the structure can support the weight of the fixture. Please see the “Technical Specifications” section of this manual for a detailed weight listing. Mount the fixture securely. This may be done with a screw, nut and bolt, or a hanging clamp. -
Page 8: Rigging
Rigging The DMX-4 LED ships ready to mount a standard clamp directly to the mounting bracket. However, if you are using this product with truss or a lighting stand, then there is an alternate rigging configuration available. This option is ideal for hanging the product without using a hanging clamp. -
Page 9: Operating Instructions
Configuring the Starting Address The DMX-4 LED fixture uses up to four DMX channels. The highest channel that the fixture may be set to in order to function properly is 509. Any address higher than this will prevent access to all of the channels. -
Page 10: Dmx Channel Values
DMX Channel Values 4-Channel Personality In this DMX personality, the four channels will be controlled by separate DMX channels. HANNEL 2-Channel Personality In this DMX personality, the four channels will be grouped into pairs. Channels 1+2 will be controlled by DMX channel 1, while channels 3 + 4 will be controlled by DMX channel 2. HANNEL 1-Channel Personality In this DMX personality, the four channels will be grouped together. -
Page 11: Appendix
Device does not power up Fixture is not responding to DMX Loss of signal If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET® Technical Support. 5. Appendix OSSIBLE AUSE Check total load placed on the ... -
Page 12: Dmx Primer
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a daisy chain: 32 Data Cabling To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables. You can purchase CHAUVET® certified DMX cables directly from a dealer/distributor or construct your own cable. If you choose to create your own cable please use data-grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference. -
Page 13: Cable Connectors
Cable Connectors Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end. DMX connector configuration INPUT Terminator Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common can cause a ground loop, and your fixture may perform erratically. Test cables with an ohm meter to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other. -
Page 14: 3-Pin To 5-Pin Conversion Chart
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart If you use a controller with a 5-pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5-pin to 3-pin adapter. The chart below details a proper cable conversion: Conductor Ground/Shield Data ( - ) signal Data ( + ) signal Not used Not used... -
Page 15: General Maintenance
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandize Authorization Number (RMA #). Products returned without the RMA # will be refused. Call CHAUVET® and request an RMA # prior to shipping the fixture. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return. -
Page 16: Technical Specifications
Data output ... locking 3-pin XLR male socket Data pin configuration ... pin 1 shield, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+) Protocol ... DMX-512 USITT DMX Channels (user-configurable) ... 1, 2, 4 ORDERING INFORMATION DMX-4 LED... DMX4LED WARRANTY INFORMATION Warranty ... 2-year limited warranty ONTACT WORLD WIDE General Information ...