G Eneral Troubleshooting - Chauvet Obey 70 User Manual

G eneral Troubleshooting

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Symptom Solution(s)
Auto shut off Check fan thermal switch reset
Beam is very dim Clean optical system or replace lamp
or not bright Check 220/110v switch for proper setting
Breaker/Fuse Check total load placed on device
keeps blowing
Chase is too slow Check users manual for speed adjustment
Device has no Check for power on Mains.
power Check device's fuse. (internal and/or external)
Fixture is not Check DMX Dip switch settings for correct
responding addressing
Check DMX cables
Check polarity switch settings
Fixture is on but Make sure you have the correct audio mode on
there is no the control switches. If audio provided via ¼"
movement to the jack, make sure a live audio signal exists
audio Adjust sound sensitivity knob
Lamps cuts off Possible bad lamp or fixture is overheating.
sporadically Lamp may be at end of its life.
Light will not come Some discharge lamps require a cooling off
on after power period before the electronics in the fixture can
failure kick start it again, wait 5 to 10 minutes before
powering up
Loss of signal Use only DMX cables
Install terminator
Note: Keep DMX cables separated from power
cables or black lights.
Moves slow Check 220/110v switch for proper setting
No flash Re-install bulb, may have shifted in shipping
No laser output Bounce mirror motor may have shifted during
shipping, readjust
No light output Check slip ring & brushes for contact
Install bulb
Call service technician
Relay will not work Check reset switch
Check cable connections
Remote does not Make sure connector is firmly connected to
work device
Stand alone mode All Chauvet lighting fixtures featuring stand-
alone functions do not require additional
settings, simply power the fixture and it will
automatically enter into this mode
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Applies to
Foggers Dimmers&
Lights & Snow Controllers
Revised: 2008-08-04 16:55:52
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