CHAUVET®. Failure to do so in a timely manner may invalidate your claim with the carrier. In addition, keep the container and all the packing material for inspection.
Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center. · Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell the product to another user, be sure that they also receive this document. Page 4 of 21 Mega Trix™ User Manual Rev. 4...
3. S ETUP The Mega Trix™ has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage AC Power range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart.
Product Product Other products You can power link up to 17 Mega Trix™ units on 120 VAC or up to 32 Mega Trix™ units on 230 VAC. The power linking diagram shown above corresponds to the North American version of the product ONLY! If using the product in other markets, you must consult with the local CHAUVET®...
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in Mounting the Safety Notes section. The Mega Trix™ may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate Orientation ventilation is provided around the product. · Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy Rigging access to the product for maintenance and programming purposes.
Sets the DMX starting address DMX Address 001-512 Turns on auto program Auto Program AUTO Sets auto program speed Program Speed S 1-S100 Turns on sound active mode Sound Active Page 10 of 21 Mega Trix™ User Manual Rev. 4...
DMX mode uses. If you choose a starting address that is too high, you could restrict the access to some of the product’s channels. The Mega Trix™ uses up to 3 DMX channels in its 3-channel DMX mode, which defines the highest configurable address to 510.
Press <MODE> repeatedly until S-- shows on the display. Press <ENTER>. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to adjust the duration of each step of the automatic program from S__1 (fast) to S100 (slow). Press <ENTER>. Page 12 of 21 Mega Trix™ User Manual Rev. 4...
The Master/Slave mode allows a single Mega Trix™ product (the “master”) to control the Master/Slave actions of one or more Mega Trix™ products (the “slaves”) without the need of a DMX Mode controller. The master unit will be set to operate in either Automatic or Sound Active mode, while the slave units will be set to operate in Slave Mode.
Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface. · Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint. Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them. Page 14 of 21 Mega Trix™ User Manual Rev. 4...
#32 · Terminator not connected · Install a terminator, as indicated in the DMX Primer section. If you still experience problems after trying the above solutions, contact CHAUVET® Technical Support. Mega Trix™ User Manual Rev. 4 Page 15 of 21...
If you live in the UK or Ireland, contact CHAUVET® Europe Ltd. · If you live in any other country, do not contact CHAUVET®. Instead, contact your distributor of record. Refer to our Web site for contact details of distributors outside the US, United Kingdom, or Ireland.
Some fixtures only use a single DMX channel, while others may require 15 or more DMX channels to control all their functions. Personalities are discussed in the DMX Configuration section. Mega Trix™ User Manual Rev. 4 Page 17 of 21...
However, you should always define a physical location for the fixtures that provides for the easiest and most direct cabling to the controller and other fixtures. Page 18 of 21 Mega Trix™ User Manual Rev. 4...
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DMX Data Cabling You must use DMX compliant data cables to link two or more DMX compatible fixtures. You may purchase CHAUVET® certified DMX cables directly from a dealer/distributor or construct your own cable. USITT recommends limiting the total length of the DMX cable (from the first fixture/controller to the last fixture) to 300~455 m (985~1,500 ft).
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Connect the 3-pin XLR, female connector of the second DMX cable coming from the first DMX fixture to the DMX Input connector of the second DMX compatible fixture. Continue linking the other DMX fixtures in the same way. Page 20 of 21 Mega Trix™ User Manual Rev. 4...
Maximum External Temp. Cooling System 104 °F (40 °C) Convection I/O Connectors Connector Type Channel Range 3-pin XLR Sockets Ordering Product Name Item Code Item Number Mega Trix™ 03050471 MEGATRIX Mega Trix™ User Manual Rev. 4 Page 21 of 21...