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Page 1: User Manual
Snapshot Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound Activated Master/Slave Autoswitching Power Supply 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... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
ABLE OF ONTENTS 1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ..............................3 ....................................3 HAT IS INCLUDED ..................................3 NPACKING NSTRUCTIONS ..................................3 ANUAL ONVENTIONS ........................................3 CONS ..................................4 AFETY NSTRUCTIONS 2. INTRODUCTION ................................5 ......................................5 EATURES ..................................... 6 RODUCT VERVIEW 3. -
Page 3: Before You Begin
Manual Conventions CHAUVET manuals use the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information from the regular text. EANING... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
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. Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel of the fixture. -
Page 5: Introduction
2. I NTRODUCTION Features Universal DMX-512 compact controller for 3-channel LED fixtures Works with all 3-channel LED fixtures Channel 1: red Channel 2: green Channel 3: blue Playback options include automated, sound-activated or manual RGB Playback modes: Preset: 9 built-in colors Chase: triggers automated programs Macro: scrolls through the color spectrum Variable fade times for all playback modes... -
Page 6: Product Overview
Product Overview Sound Sensitivity Adjustment Knob Strobe Button Blackout Button Manual RGB Button Sound Button Master Dimmer/Blue Fader Preset Button Fade/Speed/ Chases Button Strobe/Green Fader Macro Button Chases/Macro/ Red Fader DMX Out Power On/Off Switch 12 VDC Input 2. Introduction 11/30/2009 10:32 AM... -
Page 7: Setup
3. S ETUP AC Power This fixture runs on 12 VDC, 500 mA. Before powering on the unit, make sure the power supply voltage to which you are connecting it is correct. Always connect the fixture to a switched circuit. Never connect the fixture to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used only as a 0 to 100% switch. -
Page 8: Operating Instructions
4. O PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Operating Modes Preset Operation This controller has preset color macros. There are nine color macros to choose from, which may be accessed using the nine preset buttons. Please see the instructions below for this operation. Press <PRESET> until the appropriate LED indicator lights. Adjust the Fade/Speed/Strobe/Green Fader to the desired level to set the Fade Time. -
Page 9: Operating Functions
Operating Functions Strobe This controller has multiple functions for the 3 faders. One of the functions for the middle fader (Fade/Speed/Strobe/Green) is the strobe function. Please see the instructions below for this operation. Press <STROBE> until the appropriate LED indicator lights. Adjust the fader to the desired level. -
Page 10: Appendix
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. -
Page 11: Fixture Linking
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32 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 12: 3-Pin To 5-Pin Conversion Chart
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 Pin 1... -
Page 13: Setting The Starting Address
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... -
Page 14: Returns Procedure
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.