Snapshot Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound Activated Master/Slave 115 V / 230 V Switchable Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle User Manual 3000 N 29 Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A. (800) 762-1084 – (954) 929-1115 FAX (954) 929-5560 www.chauvetlighting.com...
Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link ..........................20 ................................ 21 ETTING THE TARTING DDRESS ................................21 ENERAL ROUBLESHOOTING ...................................... 21 ONTACT ..................................22 ETURNS ROCEDURE ......................................22 LAIMS ................................23 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 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. ...
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.
Product Overview Light Output Focus Adjustment Control Panel Rubber Feet Back Panel Power in DMX out Fuseholder DMX in 115 V / 230 V switch Remote control in (Easy Controller) 2. Introduction 6/14/2010 4:13 PM...
3. S ETUP AC Power This fixture runs on 115 VAC, 60 Hz or 230 VAC, 50 Hz. Before powering on the unit, make sure the line voltage to which you are connecting it is within the range of accepted voltages. It may be necessary to change the switch position before plugging in power.
Mounting Orientation The MiNSpot™ RGBW may be mounted in a hanging or sitting position. There must be adequate room for ventilation. The structure to which the fixture is mounted must be a level surface, at 180°. This instruction must be followed in order to prevent damage to the fixture. Do not mount the fixture sideways! Rigging Be sure that the structure can support the weight of the fixture.
4. O PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Configuring the Starting Address Each fixture requires a starting address from 1~512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data on the channel indicated by the starting address. For example, a fixture that uses seven DMX channels and is addressed to start on DMX channel 100, will read data from channels: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105 and 106.
DMX Operation This is the operating mode which will allow for control with an external DMX controller. You must set the starting address for this mode. If this is your first time using DMX, then it is recommended that you refer to the “DMX Primer”...
Standalone Operation Master-Slow This fixture has a preprogrammed, slow chase. This is accessed via the control panel. Please see the instructions below for further explanation. Press <MENU> until one of the “Operating Modes” appears on the LED screen. Press <ENTER>. NASL Using <UP>...
Easy Controller (CA-9) This fixture is compatible to receive control from the Chauvet® CA-9 easy controller (remote control). Please see the instructions below for details on this operation. Fixture Settings In order for the fixture to respond to the easy controller, there are certain settings which must be modified.
Fixture Linking In order to use this fixture in a DMX or master/slave operation, you must daisy chain using DMX cables to link from one fixture to another. In a master/slave operation, the DMX controller is not connected. Back Panel DMX controller Fixture #1 (only in DMX operation)
Manual Focus Adjustment This fixture has a manual focus adjustment. Please see the instructions below for location of this adjustment on the fixture, as well as details on its use. Locate the manual focus adjustment, using the drawings below. The control must first be pressed, and then moved in one direction of the other, using the bare hand. Tools must not be used for this adjustment.
DMX Channel Values 14-CH Mode HANNEL ALUE UNCTION Pan (course): 0~540° Pan (fine): 0~3° Tilt (course): 0~270° Tilt (fine): 0~3° Pan/Tilt Speed: Fast~slow Shutter Closed Dimmer (100~1%) Strobe (slow~fast) Open Red: Intensity 0%~100% Green: Intensity 0%~100% Blue: Intensity 0%~100% White: Intensity 0%~100% Color Macro No function RGBW @ full...
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6-CH Mode HANNEL ALUE UNCTION Pan (course): 0~540° Tilt (course): 0~270° Shutter Closed Dimmer (100~1%) Strobe (slow~fast) Open White: Intensity 0%~100% Color Macro No function RGBW @ full Green Blue White Cyan Magenta Yellow Yellow- Green Light Blue Midnight Blue Purple Light Purple Pink...
5. A PPENDIX DMX Primer There are 512 channels in a DMX connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A fixture capable of receiving DMX will require one or a number of sequential channels. The user must assign a starting address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the controller. There are many different types of DMX controllable fixtures and they all may vary in the total number of channels required.
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.
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: IN TO ONVERSION HART Conductor 3-Pin Female (Output) 5-Pin Male (Input) Ground/Shield...
• Interference from AC wires • Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET Technical Support. Contact Us W o r l d W i d e General Information CHAUVET®...
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.
Technical Specifications WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS Length..........................6.8 in (173 mm) Width ..........................6.8 in (173 mm) Height ..........................9.8 in (249 mm) Weight ..........................8.3 lbs (3.8 kg) POWER Switchable power ....................115/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption @ 120 VAC, 60 Hz ........... 66 W (0.6 A) max, 1 A inrush Power consumption @ 230 VAC, 50 Hz ..........