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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTACT US ...................................17 CHAUVET®, 2010, All Rights Reserved Information and specifications in this User Manual are subject to change without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual. Author: Anthony Chiappone... -
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. ·... -
Page 5: Introduction
2. I NTRODUCTION Product Overview Control Panel (LED Display) Microphone Microphone Sensitivity DMX In DMX Out Power inking Fuse holder Power In Safety Back Panel IMPORTANT The power linking connector shown corresponds to the North American version of this product. 2. -
Page 6: Setup
Additional power link out The power linking shown in this document is for the CHAUVET® North American version ONLY! Therefore, it is the customer’s responsibility to check with the Dealer/Distributor regarding power linking on the local version of the product. Connections and availability may change, depending on the power requirements and/or regulations of each country/region. -
Page 7: Mounting
Mounting Orientation The Swarm™ 4 may be mounted in any position, provided there is adequate room for ventilation. Rigging Be sure that the structure can support the weight of the fixture. Please see the “Technical Specifications” section of this manual for a detailed weight listing. Mount the fixture securely. This may be done with a screw, nut and bolt, or a mounting clamp. -
Page 8: Operating Instructions
4. O PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Using the Control Panel Access control panel functions using the four buttons located directly underneath the LED display. UTTON UNCTION Used to scroll through the current <MODE/ operating mode, as well as back out of ESC> the current menu option Used to select a decreasing value <DOWN>... -
Page 9: Operation
Operation DMX Operation This operating mode will allow for control with an external DMX controller. You must set the starting address for this mode. If this is your first time using DMX, then it is recommended that you refer to the “DMX Primer” section in the “Appendix”... -
Page 10: Master/Slave Mode (Sound-Active, Automatic)
Master/Slave Mode (Sound-Active, Automatic) This mode allows a single unit, the master, to operate in either automatic or sound-active mode. When additional (slave) fixtures are daisy chained to the master, they will all synchronize with the master and run the same lighting show. Please see the instructions below for details on this mode. -
Page 11: Appendix
#32 · Keep DMX cables separated from · Interference from AC wires power cables or black lights If you still have problems after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET® Technical Support. 5. Appendix 1/7/2011 4:34 PM... -
Page 12: Dmx Primer
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a daisy chain: 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 13: Cable Connectors
Cable Connectors Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end. DMX connector configuration COMMON DMX + INPUT OUTPUT Terminator To avoid signal transmission problems and interference, it is always advisable to connect a DMX signal terminator. -
Page 14: 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 15: General Maintenance
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. -
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 Swarm™ 4........................SWARM4 WARRANTY INFORMATION Warranty ....................2-year limited warranty... -
Page 17: Contact Us
Fax ................954-929-5560 (Attention: Service) Email ..................tech@chauvetlighting.com World Wide Web ............... http://www.chauvetlighting.com UNITED KINGDOM & IRELAND General Information ................CHAUVET® Europe Ltd Address ........................Unit 1C Brookhill Road Industrial Estate Pinxton, Nottingham, UK NG16 6NT Voice ....................+44 (0)1773 511115 Fax ....................
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