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Use on Dimmer
Outdoor Use
Sound Activated
DMX 512
Master/Slave
Autoswitching
Power Supply
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle

User Manual

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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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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Snapshot Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound Activated DMX 512 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

    DMX Quick Reference Chart ............................12 ..............................13 ENERAL ROUBLESHOOTING .................................... 14 ONTACT 5. APPENDIX .................................... 14 DMX P ................................... 14 RIMER ................................15 ENERAL AINTENANCE ................................15 ETURNS ROCEDURE ....................................15 LAIMS ............................... 16 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS O-Beast™ User Manual 6/2/2009 2:39 PM...
  • Page 3: Before You Begin

    1. B EFORE EGIN What is included  1 x O-Beast™  1 x Power Cord  1 x Warranty Card  1 x 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 arrived in good condition.
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Do not daisy chain power to more than 25 units @ 120V. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs. In the unlikely event that your unit may require service, please contact CHAUVET at 954-929-1115. 2. I NTRODUCTION...
  • Page 5: Dmx Channel Summary

    DMX Channel Summary HANNEL UNCTION Function Strobe Color macro speed Rotation speed Product Overview Safety eyebolt Hanging Bracket bracket adjustment knob Power in Microphone Fuse holder sensitivity Microphone DMX in Power out DMX out DIP switches O-Beast™ User Manual 6/2/2009 2:39 PM...
  • Page 6: Setup

    To link two or more fixtures together you must use DMX compliant 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 7: 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. You may use the CHAUVET Model number DMX5M, or DMX5F. The chart below details the proper cable conversion:...
  • Page 8: Master/Slave Fixture Linking

    Always use safety cables. Never mount the fixture in places where it may be exposed to rain, high humidity, extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation. Hanging Clamp The clamp is sold separately O-Beast™ User Manual 6/2/2009 2:39 PM...
  • Page 9: Operating Instructions

    Please see the DIP switches settings for Stand-Alone Mode above to set the fixture to the Master setting of your choice. Turn the DIP switches to the Slave position on the Slave fixture, and they will react the same as the Master. Mode DIP switches Slave 1-10 = Off O-Beast™ User Manual 6/2/2009 2:39 PM...
  • Page 10: Dmx Mode

    000  009 No function 010  255 Strobe: (Slow > Fast) Color macro speed (for use when CH.1 is between 161-240): 000  255 (Slow > Fast) 000  255 Rotation speed: (Slow > Fast) O-Beast™ User Manual 6/2/2009 2:39 PM...
  • Page 11: Setting The Starting Address

    Address 233 41 – (32) = 9 - Turn ON Dip # 6 9 – (8) = 1 - Turn ON Dip # 4 1 – (1) = 0 - Turn ON Dip # 1 O-Beast™ User Manual 6/2/2009 2:39 PM...
  • Page 12: Dmx Quick Reference Chart

    30 62 94 126 158 190 222 254 286 318 350 382 414 446 478 510 1 1 1 1 1 31 63 95 127 159 191 223 255 287 319 351 383 415 447 479 511 O-Beast™ User Manual 6/2/2009 2:39 PM...
  • Page 13: General Troubleshooting

     Remote does not work Make sure connector is firmly attached to device If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET Technical Support at the location on the next page. O-Beast™ User Manual 6/2/2009 2:39 PM...
  • Page 14: Contact Us

    1, while pin 2 is Data Negative (S-) and pin 3 is Data positive (S+). See page 6 for details on this type of cable. CHAUVET carries 3-pin XLR DMX compliant cables, DMX-10 (33’), DMX-4.5 (15’) and DMX-1.5 (5’) O-Beast™...
  • Page 15: General Maintenance

    Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RMA #). Products returned without an 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.
  • Page 16: Technical Specifications

    Data output ..................... locking 3-pin XLR female socket Data pin configuration................. pin 1 shield, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+) Protocols ........................... DMX-512 USITT DMX Channels ............................4 ORDERING INFORMATION O-Beast™ ............................. OBEAST WARRANTY INFORMATION Warranty........................2-year limited warranty O-Beast™ User Manual 6/2/2009 2:39 PM...

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