Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection. For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or concealed damage, file a claim with CHAUVET® within 7 days of delivery. Convention Meaning Text 1—512...
This product is not intended for permanent installation. · Keep this User Manual for future use. If you sell the product to another user, be sure to give this document to the next owner. Page 4 of 19 HIVE™ User Manual...
2. I NTRODUCTION Overview DMX In Microphone Safety Loop Control Buttons DMX Out LED Display Back Panel View Power Out Power In Indicator Fuse Holder Lights HIVE™ User Manual Page 5 of 19...
3. S ETUP AC Power The HIVE™ has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart.
Product Product Additional Products You can power link up to 5 HIVE™ units on 120 VAC or up to 10 HIVE™ units 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, you must consult with the local CHAUVET®...
Mounting Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes. Orientation The HIVE™ may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product. · Rigging Before deciding on a location, always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming.
Shows currently installed software version The programming level Slave mode 1 (SL-1) may or may not show on the product’s display. When selecting the Slave mode, use SL-0. Slave mode 1 (SL-1) is reserved for future use. Page 10 of 19 HIVE™ User Manual...
DMX mode uses. If you choose a starting address that is too high, you could restrict the access to some of the product’s channels. The HIVE™ uses up to 20 DMX channels in its 20-channel DMX mode, which defines the highest configurable address to 493.
000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 Green 0–100% 000 ó 255 Blue 0–100% 000 ó 255 Strobe 0–100% 000 ó 001 No function Auto Program 002 ó 255 Auto program, slow to fast Page 12 of 19 HIVE™ User Manual...
231 ó 245 Auto Program 16 (Auto Programs 1–15 in sequential order) 246 ó 255 Sound-Active 000 ó 255 Slow to fast Strobe 000 ó 255 Auto programs speed, slow to fast Speed HIVE™ User Manual Page 13 of 19...
Press <ENTER> and rUn shows on the display. Mode Press <ENTER>. NOTE: While in Auto Program mode, the HIVE™ will respond to sound. The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums). Page 14 of 19...
Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired option. Press <ENTER>. Software Version With the HIVE™ you can access which is the currently installed software version. To access this information, do the following: Press <MENU> to reach the menu’s main level and Addr shows on the display.
Master/Slave The Master/Slave mode allows a single HIVE™ unit (the “master”) to control the actions of one or more HIVE™ units (the “slaves”) without the need of a DMX controller. The Mode master unit will be set to operate in Auto Program mode, while the slave units will be set to operate in a Slave mode (SL-0 or SL-1).
Gently polish the external optics and glass/transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint. Always dry the external optics and glass/transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them. Do not spin the cooling fan/fans using compressed air because you could damage them. HIVE™ User Manual Page 17 of 19...
44º Thermal Maximum External Temp. Cooling System 104 °F (40 °C) Fan-cooled I/O Connectors Connector Type Channel Range 3-pin XLR Sockets 3, 20 Ordering Product Name Item Code UPC Number HIVE™ 07050687 781462210359 Page 18 of 19 HIVE™ User Manual...
You must send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, and with its original packing and accessories. CHAUVET® will not issue call tags. Clearly label the package with the RMA number. CHAUVET® will refuse any product returned without an RMA number.
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