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Vue™ 3.1

USER MANUAL

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Chauvet, 3000 N 29
Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.
(800) 762-1084 – (954) 929-1115
FAX (954) 929-5560
www.chauvetlighting.com
Snapshot
Ok on Dimmer
Outdoor OK
Sound Activated
DMX512
Master/Slave
Autoswitching
Transformer
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Snapshot Vue™ 3.1 Ok on Dimmer Outdoor OK Sound Activated DMX512 Master/Slave Autoswitching Transformer Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle USER MANUAL Chauvet, 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 What is included ............................3 Unpacking Instructions ..........................3 AC Power ..............................3 Contact Us ..............................3 Safety Instructions ............................ 4 2. Introduction ............................5 Features ..............................5 DMX Channel Summary ..........................5 Product Overview............................
  • Page 3: Before You Begin

    (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for a 0% to 100% switch. Contact Us Wor l d Wi de General Information Chauvet Lighting 3000 North 29 Court Hollywood, FL 33020 voice: 954.929.1115...
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit may require service, please contact CHAUVET at: 954-929-1115. Vue™ 3.1 User Manual 2008-12-31/14:01...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    2. I NTRODUCTION Features 9-channel DMX-512 LED moonflower Blackout/static/strobe Individual control of red, green and blue LEDs within each cluster (7 total) Built-in automated programs via DMX Built-in sound activated programs via DMX ADDITIONAL FEATURES Creates firework-like projections Adjustable hanging bracket with slide rail Additional power output: max 25 units @ 120V DMX Channel Summary HANNEL...
  • Page 6: Product Overview

    Product Overview Hanging Bracket Front Lens Tilt Adjustment Knob Sound Sensitivity Digital Knob Display Microphone Safety eyebolt Power Output DMX Input Connector Connector AC Power Input Output & Fuse Connector Vue™ 3.1 User Manual 2008-12-31/14:01...
  • Page 7: Setup

    Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32 fixtures 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 8: 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. Note! CHAUVET Model No: DMX5M, or DMX5F. The chart below details a proper cable conversion: IN TO...
  • Page 9: Stand-Alone/Master/Slave Fixture Linking

    Stand-Alone/Master/Slave Fixture Linking Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin connector of the first fixture. Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a (female) 3 pin connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin connector.
  • Page 10: Menu Functions

    4. O PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Display Options Menu Functions UNCTION ELECTION NSTRUCTION SET.d d:001-d:512 Sets the DMX starting address SET.S S:001-S:100 Sets the speed of the current program SET.f F:000-F:100 Sets the flash rate of the current program SET.A A:000-A:024 Selects the current program in standalone This is displaying that the fixture is SUND operating in sound activation mode...
  • Page 11: Operation

    Operation Stand-Alone Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode): This mode allows a single unit to run to the beat of the music, or the unit will auto change in Auto Mode. There is an LED indicator on the rear of the fixture which will indicate this mode. SET.A to choose the desired program.
  • Page 12: Dmx Channel Values

    DMX Channel Values HANNEL ALUE UNCTION Control/Operating Mode 000  010 Blackout 011  239 Auto programs speed (all clusters) 240  249 Auto mode 250  255 Sound mode Cluster 1-7 000  009 Blackout 010  169 Static colors (see “Static Colors” table below) 170 ...
  • Page 13: Led Cluster Values

    LED Cluster Values ALUE TATIC OLORS EE BELOW FOR DIAGRAM 010  019 Red 1 020  029 Green 1 030  039 Red 2 040  049 Blue 3 050  059 Red 3 060  069 Blue 1, Red 3 070 ...
  • Page 14: Setting The Starting Address

    SETTING THE STARTING ADDRESS This DMX mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. Each fixture requires a "start address" from 1 to 512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data on the channel indicated by the start address.
  • Page 15: Dmx Quick Reference Chart

    DMX Q UI CK REF ERENCE CH ART DMX Address Quick Reference Chart Dip Switch Position DMX DIP #9 0 0 0 SWITCH SET 0=OFF #8 0 0 0 1=ON #7 0 0 1 X=OFF or ON #6 0 1 0 #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 0 0 0 0 0 32 64 96 128 160 192 224 256 288 320 352 384 416 448 480...
  • Page 16: General Troubleshooting

    <ENTER> into this mode If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET Technical Support at the location on the next page. Vue™ 3.1 User Manual...
  • Page 17: Technical Support

    XLR male to female connectors. The shield connection is pin 1, while pin 2 is Data Negative (S-) and pin 3 is Data positive (S+). CHAUVET carries 3-pin XLR DMX compliant cables, DMX-10 (33’), DMX-4.5 (15’) and DMX-1.5 (5’) General Maintenance To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently.
  • Page 18: Returns Procedure

    Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RA #). Products returned without an RMA # will be refused. Call CHAUVET and request RA # 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 19: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS Length ..........................10.7 in (273 mm) Width ..........................12.3 in (312 mm) Height ..........................10.6 in (271 mm) Weight ............................. 7 lbs (3.2 kg) POWER Switch-selectable power settings ................100V-240VAC 50/60Hz Fuse ............................... 2A 250V Power Consumption ..................

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