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Edition Notes The Swarm 5 FX ILS User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation, and maintenance instructions for the Swarm 5 FX ILS as of the release date of this edition. Trademarks Chauvet, Chauvet DJ, the Chauvet logo, and Swarm are registered trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet &...
Important installation or configuration information. The product may not function correctly if this information is not used. Useful information. Laser safety information. Swarm 5 FX ILS User Manual Rev. 6...
Expose to rain or moisture. ♦ Use outdoors. ♦ Submerge. Keep this User Manual for future use. If the product is sold to someone else, be sure that they also receive this document. Swarm 5 FX ILS User Manual Rev. 6...
Open the laser housing, to avoid potential exposure to unsafe levels of laser radiation. ♦ Leave running unattended. Keep this manual for future consultation. If transferring ownership of the product to another user, ensure this document is kept with the laser. Swarm 5 FX ILS User Manual Rev. 6...
Complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 56, dated May 8, 2019. No maintenance is required to keep this product in compliance with laser performance standards. Swarm 5 FX ILS User Manual Rev. 6...
Safety loop Power out Fuse holder Power in WARNING! DO NOT plug anything other than a D-Fi USB into the USB type B port. Doing so may cause damage to the product. Swarm 5 FX ILS User Manual Rev. 6...
It is possible to link up to 15 Swarm 5 FX ILS products on 120 VAC or up to 26 products 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, consult with the local Chauvet distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may differ by country or region.
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes. Orientation The Swarm 5 FX ILS may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product. Rigging • Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming.
ON position *For illustrative purposes only Always turn the key to the OFF position and remove it when leaving this product unattended to prevent accidents or injuries to third parties. Swarm 5 FX ILS User Manual Rev. 6...
Sets ILS mode DMX Configuration The Swarm 5 FX ILS works with a DMX controller. Information about DMX is in the Chauvet DMX Primer, which is available from the Chauvet website chauvetlighting.com/downloads/DMX_Primer_rev05_WO.pdf. Personality and Starting Address The Swarm 5 FX ILS uses 9 DMX channels, which defines the highest configurable address to 504.
D-Fi USB Connectivity The Swarm 5 FX ILS is able to become a D-Fi wireless receiver/transmitter with the use of the D-Fi USB from Chauvet DJ. Simply set the product's DMX Personality and DMX Address, set the DIP switch D-Fi receiving/transmitting channel, then plug it into the D-Fi USB port.
160 164 Red, green, blue, amber, and white 165 209 Automatic single-color chase 210 255 Automatic multi-color chase Swarm effect chase speed 000 255 Swarm effect chase speed, slow to fast Swarm 5 FX ILS User Manual Rev. 6...
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005 127 Counterclockwise rotation, slow to fast Laser rotation 128 133 Stop 134 255 Clockwise rotation, slow to fast For manual operation of LEDs and lasers using DMX control, set Channel 1 to 220 255. Swarm 5 FX ILS User Manual Rev. 6...
DMX signals from the controller. Automatic Programs To run the Swarm 5 FX ILS with an automatic program, follow the instructions below. 1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until Aut_ shows on the display. 2. Press <ENTER>.
D-Fi USB Master/Slave Mode The D-Fi USB allows a single Swarm 5 FX ILS product (the “master”) to control the actions of one or more Swarm 5 FX ILS products (the “slaves”) without the need of a DMX controller or DMX cables. The master (transmitter) product will be set to operate in standalone mode, while the slave (receiver) products will be set to operate in slave mode.
6. Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface. 7. Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint. Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them. Swarm 5 FX ILS User Manual Rev. 6...
Laser Minimum External Temp. Laser Maximum External Temp. Cooling System 59 °F (15 °C) 95 °F (35 °C) Fan-assisted convection I/O Connector Channel Range 3-pin XLR Ordering Product Name Item Code UPC Number Swarm 5 FX ILS 10051881 781462222291 Swarm 5 FX ILS User Manual Rev. 6...
For warranty terms and conditions and return information, please visit our website. For customers in the United States and Mexico: www.chauvetlighting.com/warranty-registration. For customers in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, and Germany: www.chauvetlighting.eu/warranty-registration. Swarm 5 FX ILS User Manual Rev. 6...
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