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Page 1: User Manual
User Manual Firmware V1.1... - Page 2 Chauvet reserves the right to revise the content of this document without any obligation to notify any person or company of such revision, however, Chauvet has no obligation to make, and does not commit to make, any such revisions.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Before You Begin ..............................1 What Is Included ..................................1 Claims ........................................1 Manual Conventions ....................................1 Symbols ......................................... 1 Product At A Glance ................................2 Safety Notes ..................................2 Personal Safety...................................... 2 Mounting And Rigging .................................... 2 Power And Wiring .................................... -
Page 5: Before You Begin
If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from shipping or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection. -
Page 6: Product At A Glance
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in this User Manual will only apply to properly trained Chauvet certified technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs. -
Page 7: Introduction
Introduction 2. I NTRODUCTION ÉPIX Drive 900 hosts the processing and power supply for the ÉPIX Tour product line in one Description convenient device. It controls up to 18 ÉPIX Strip Tour or 6 ÉPIX Bar Tour products easily using Art-Net™, sACN, or ArKaos Kling-Net. -
Page 8: Dimensions
Introduction Dimensions 19.02 in 483 mm 18.31 in 465 mm 1.7 in 1.18 in 44 mm 30 mm 11.14 in 283 mm 7.6 in 193 mm 1.97 in 1.7 in 50 mm 44 mm ÉPIX Drive 900 User Manual Rev. 2... -
Page 9: Setup
Power Linking 120 V; up to 11 at 208 V; or up to 12 at 230 V. This product comes with a power input cord. Power linking cables are available from Chauvet for purchase. Disconnect this product from the power outlet. -
Page 10: Mounting
You may also choose to attach a M12 mounting clamp for hanging or simply place it on its feet on a flat level surface. You must supply your own mounting hardware. Make sure all hardware and mounting surfaces are capable of supporting the weight of this product. For our CHAUVET Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://trusst.com/products/. -
Page 11: Signal Connections
For smooth-running operation, ArKaos Kling-Net requires a gigabit (1000 Mbps) Ethernet card and network router. Switch or Router (such as the NET-Switch from CHAUVET Professional) ÉPIX Drive 900 Connection Diagram Computer/Controller (running Kling-Net, Art-Net™, or sACN protocol) To other Kling-Net, Art-Net™,... -
Page 12: Connecting Épix Products
Setup The ÉPIX Drive 900 uses a 4-pin XLR connection to link all ÉPIX Tour products. Each ÉPIX Connecting Tour product must be daisy-chained together in series. Each ÉPIX Drive 900 is capable of ÉPIX Products supporting up to 900 LEDs in seven possible configurations: ·... -
Page 13: Operation
Operation 4. O PERATION Button Function Control Panel Exits from the current menu or function or cycles through the main level Description <MENU/ESC> of the menu Navigates upward through the menu list or increases the numeric value <UP> when in a function Navigates downward through the menu list or decreases the numeric <DOWN>... -
Page 14: Ethernet Configuration
Operation The ÉPIX Drive 900 operates by routing one of three Ethernet protocols (Art-Net™, sACN, or Ethernet Kling-Net) to the ÉPIX Tour products linked to the output of the Drive. The Ethernet protocol Configuration must be set for the products to respond correctly to the controller. See the Menu Map for more information on menu options. -
Page 15: Home Screen
Operation The ÉPIX Drive 900 has a home screen that displays the current protocol mode and Home Screen IP addresses, or the Output Test mode. This screen shows at start-up, and after 15 seconds with no menu activity. The home screen can also be viewed by pressing and holding <MENU> for 2 seconds. To re-orient the display for easier reading in different mounting applications, do the following: Display Press <MENU>... -
Page 16: Firmware Update
On occasion, updates to the firmware for the ÉPIX Drive 900 are available. The following is the procedure for obtaining and installing these updates on a Windows PC. Instructions Download the CHAUVET Professional Uploader from http://www.chauvetprofessional.com/products/epix- drive-900 and install it. -
Page 17: Force Upload Instructions
Technical Information Force Upload Instructions In the event that the upload software cannot find the ÉPIX Drive 900 on the network, follow the instructions below: Turn off the ÉPIX Drive 900. Press and hold <MENU> and <ENTER>, then turn it back on. The display menu will flash, indicating the product is in Force Upload mode. -
Page 18: Technical Information
Firmware Update 6. T ECHNICAL NFORMATION To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, you should clean this product frequently. Product Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining the cleaning frequency. Maintenance As a rule, clean this product at least twice a month. Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. -
Page 19: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications 7. T ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Length Width Height Weight Weight 19 in (483 mm) 7.6 in (193 mm) 2 in (50 mm) 5.4 lb (2.5 kg) Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit. Power Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection... -
Page 20: Ordering
Extension Cable, 25 ft Neutrik® powerCON® POWERCONEXT50FT 19110376 781462207281 Extension Cable, 50 ft For the most current list of related products and accessories available from CHAUVET Professional, visit our website at www.chauvetprofessional.com. -16- ÉPIX Drive 900 User Manual Rev. 2... -
Page 21: Returns
· If you are located in Benelux, contact Chauvet Europe BVBA. If you are located in any other country, DO NOT contact Chauvet. Instead, contact your local distributor. See www.chauvetprofessional.com for distributors outside the U.S., UK, Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux. -
Page 22: Contact Us
Voice: (954) 577-4455 Email: tech@chauvetlighting.com Fax: (954) 929-5560 Toll free: (800) 762-1084 World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com EUROPE General Information - Chauvet Europe BVBA Technical Support Address: Stokstraat 18 Email: Eutech@chauvetlighting.eu 9770 Kruishoutem Belgium World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.eu Voice: +32 9 388 93 97 General Information - Chauvet Europe Ltd.