Chauvet Vue 6.1 User Manual
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Vue™ 6.1

USER MANUAL

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Chauvet, 3000 N 29
Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.
(800) 762-1084 – (954) 929-1115
FAX (954) 929-5560
www.chauvetlighting.com
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Ok on Dimmer
Outdoor OK
Sound Activated
DMX512
Master/Slave
Autoswitching
Transformer
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Snapshot Vue™ 6.1 Ok on Dimmer Outdoor OK Sound Activated DMX512 Master/Slave Autoswitching Transformer Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle USER MANUAL Chauvet, 3000 N 29 Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A. (800) 762-1084 – (954) 929-1115 FAX (954) 929-5560 www.chauvetlighting.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS 1. Before You Begin ............................3 What is included .............................. 3 Unpacking Instructions ............................ 3 AC Power ................................ 3 Safety Instructions ............................4 2. Introduction ............................... 5 Features ................................5 DMX Channel Summary ..........................5 Product Overview ............................6 3.
  • Page 3: Before You Begin

    1. B EFORE EGIN What is included 1 x Vue™ 6.1 Power Cord Warranty Card User Manual Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling.
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Do not link more than 20 @120V and 35@230V Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit may require service, please contact CHAUVET at: 954-929-1115. Vue™ 6.1 User Manual 2008-12-03/14:33...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    2. I NTRODUCTION Features • 6-channel DMX-512 rotating LED moonflower • Blackout/static/strobe • Individual control of red, green and blue LEDs within each cluster (3 total) • Built-in automated programs via master/slave or DMX • Built-in sound activated programs via master/slave or DMX Additional Features •...
  • Page 6: Product Overview

    Product Overview Bracket Adjustment Knob Hanging Bracket Digital Display Microphone AC Power Input & Fuse Sound Sensitivity Knob Power Output Connector DMX Input Connector Output Connector Vue™ 6.1 User Manual 2008-12-03/14:33...
  • Page 7: Setup

    Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32 fixtures 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 8: Cable Connectors

    If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter. Note! CHAUVET Model No: DMX5M, or DMX5F. The chart below details a proper cable conversion: IN TO...
  • Page 9: Stand-Alone/Master/Slave Fixture Linking

    Stand-Alone/Master/Slave Fixture Linking 1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin connector of the first fixture. 2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a (female) 3 pin connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin connector.
  • Page 10: Menu Functions

    4. O PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Display Options Menu Functions UNCTION ELECTION NSTRUCTION SET.d d:001-d:512 Sets the DMX starting address SET.S S:001-S:100 Sets the speed of the current program SET.f F:000-F:100 Sets the flash rate of the current program SET.A A:000-A:035 Selects the current program in standalone This is displaying that the fixture is SUND operating in sound activation mode...
  • Page 11: Operation

    Operation Stand-Alone Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode): This mode allows a single unit to run to the beat of the music, or the unit will auto change in Auto Mode. There is an LED indicator on the rear of the fixture which will indicate this mode. SET.A to choose the desired program.
  • Page 12: Dmx Channel Values

    DMX Channel Values HANNEL ALUE UNCTION Control/Operating Mode Dimmer mode Stand-alone mode 1 (automatic) Stand-alone mode 2 (automatic) Stand-alone mode 3 (automatic) Stand-alone mode 4 (automatic) Stand-alone mode 5 (automatic) Stand-alone mode 6 (automatic) Stand-alone mode 7 (automatic) Stand-alone mode 8 (automatic) Stand-alone mode 9 (automatic) Stand-alone (sound active) Pod 1/2/3...
  • Page 13: Setting The Starting Address

    SETTING THE STARTING ADDRESS This DMX mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. Each fixture requires a "start address" from 1 to 512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data on the channel indicated by the start address.
  • Page 14: Dmx Quick Reference Chart

    D MX QU ICK R EFER ENC E CHART DMX Address Quick Reference Chart Dip Switch Position DMX DIP #9 0 0 0 SWITCH SET 0=OFF #8 0 0 0 1=ON #7 0 0 1 X=OFF or ON #6 0 1 0 #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 0 0 0 0 0 32 64 96 128 160 192 224 256 288 320 352 384 416 448 480...
  • Page 15: Vue™ 6.1 Maintenance Guide

    -Note: In the event of Master PCB failure, a replacement PCB can be ordered directly from CHAUVET Part#: P170-VUEIVMP If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET Technical Support at the location on the next page. Vue™ 6.1 User Manual...
  • Page 16: Contact Us

    XLR male to female connectors. The shield connection is pin 1, while pin 2 is Data Negative (S-) and pin 3 is Data positive (S+). CHAUVET carries 3-pin XLR DMX compliant cables, DMX-10 (33’), DMX-4.5 (15’) and DMX-1.5 (5’) General Maintenance To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently.
  • Page 17: Returns Procedure

    Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RMA #). Products returned without an RMA # will be refused. Call CHAUVET and request 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 18: Blow-Out Diagram

    Blow-out Diagram Description  Part Number  1  Front Fresnel Lens  P150‐V6LENS  2  LED PCB Assembly  P222‐VIVDLED  3  Electronic Transformer  P140‐VIELTR  4  1.8 °  Stepper Motor  P110‐VUEMTR  5  Display PCB  P172‐VUEVIDP  6  Master PCB  P170-VUEIVMP 7  Mounting Bracket/Yoke  P110-VUEVIBK 8  Bracket Adjustment knob  P111-VUEVINB 9  IEC Power input  P170-FUSEIEC 10  Edison Power output  P170-IECMALE 11  Master Chip   (not shown)  P177-VUEVIIC Vue™...
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  • Page 20: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS Length..........................13 in (330 mm) Width ..........................13 in (330 mm) Height ..........................13 in (330 mm) Weight ..........................7.1 lbs (3.2 kg) Light Source Light Source ............252 (108 red, 72 green, 72 blue) LED’s 100,000hrs PHOTO OPTIC Coverage Angle ..........................

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