User Manual
Display Orientation ..........................................................................................................................23
Dimming Curve................................................................................................................................24
Dimming Speed ...............................................................................................................................24
Color Balance ..................................................................................................................................24
Sensitivity.........................................................................................................................................25
Reset................................................................................................................................................25
Reset to Factory Defaults ................................................................................................................25
System Information...............................................................................................................................25
5. Technical Information............................................................................................ 26
Product Maintenance............................................................................................................................26
General Info ..........................................................................................................................................28
U.S., UK, Ireland, and Mexico ..............................................................................................................28
Contact Us ............................................................................................................................................29
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
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Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC
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Warranty Card
Quick Reference Guide
What is
Power Cord
Included
Thread Reducing Adapter
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check that all the parts are in the package
and are in good condition.
Unpacking
Instructions
If the box or any of the contents appear damaged from shipping, or show signs of
mishandling, save all packaging and file a claim with the carrier immediately, do not
notify CHAUVET®. Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately or failure to have
all packaging available for inspection may invalidate your claim.
Claims
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. For
information on contacting CHAUVET®, see the Contact Us section of this manual.
Convention
1–512
Meaning
Text
Conventions
A range of values
50/60
Settings
A set of values
A menu option
Menu > Settings
<ENTER>
ON
A sequence of menu options
A button to be pressed
A value to be entered or selected
Symbol
Meaning
Symbols
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not
following these instructions can make the product not work, cause
damage to the product, or cause harm to the operator.
Important installation or configuration information. The product
might not function correctly if this information is not used.
Useful information.
The information and specifications contained in this User Manual are subject to change
without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or
omissions, and reserves the right to revise or recreate this manual at any time. The
Disclaimer
latest
version
of
this
manual
should
be
downloaded
from
© Copyright 2014 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of America.
Author
Date
Editor
A. Leon
Date
L. Henry
12/30/13
1/2/14
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Use on Dimmer
Outdoor Use
Sound-Activated
DMX
Auto Programs
P
P
x
x
P
Product at a
Glance
Auto-ranging Power Supply
Replaceable Fuse
User-Serviceable
P
P
x
Master/Slave
P
These notes include important information about the mounting, use, and maintenance of
this product. Read these notes before using the product.
Safety Notes
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Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning it or replacing
the fuse.
·
Never disconnect the product from the power source by pulling or tugging on the
cord.
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If mounting the product overhead, always secure it using a safety cable.
Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when it is
operating.
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Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
Do not touch the product’s housing when the product is operating because the
housing can be very hot.
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This product is not intended for permanent installation.
The product is for indoor use only! It is rated at IP20.
To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
Always make sure that the voltage of the power source to which the product is
connected is within the range stated on the sticker or rear panel of the product.
Never connect the product to a dimmer or rheostat.
Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, and leave at least
20 in (50 cm) between the product and adjacent surfaces.
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Always use the handles to carry this product.
The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) in which the product can be used is
104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate the product at higher temperatures.
Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
Never carry the product by the power cord or any moving part.
In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.
Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to
damage or malfunction. Contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
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Keep this User Manual for future reference. If you sell the product to another user, be
sure to give this manual to the next owner.
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3. SETUP
The Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC has an auto-ranging power supply that works
with an input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
AC Power
To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and
wiring), use the values listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to
the product’s Specifications. The listed current rating indicates the product’s average
current draw under normal conditions.
The Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC can be power linked via the IEC and Edison
outlets in its base.
Always connect the product to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make
sure circuit has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution
or fire.
Never connect the product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer, even if the
rheostat or dimmer serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
1. Make sure product is not connected to a power source.
2. Place the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot in the fuse holder.
3. Turn the screwdriver counterclockwise and the fuse holder will come loose.
4. Pull the fuse holder out of the product.
Fuse
Replacement
5. Pull the blown fuse out of the fuse holder.
6. Place a new fuse of the exact same type and rating into the fuse holder.
7. Insert the fuse holder into the product.
8. Place the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot in the fuse holder.
9. Turn the screwdriver clockwise and the fuse holder will tighten into place.
Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse.
specifications sticker on the product.
A spare fuse is not included.
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The product provides power linking via the Edison/IEC outlet located in the back of the
unit.
Power
Linking
1st Product
2nd Product
3rd Product
Power Linking
Diagram
Additional Products
You can power link up to 5 Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC units on 120 V or up
to 9 Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC units on 230 V.
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® distributor as power linking connectors and
requirements may differ in your country or region
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Notes section.
Mounting
The Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC can be mounted in any position, but make sure
the placement allows adequate ventilation for the product, and allows for movement of
the yoke and head in any direction.
Orientation
Be sure to place the product in a location that allows easy access to it for maintenance
and programming, and enough space around the product for ventilation.
Rigging
Make sure that the structure or surface onto which the product will be mounted can
support the product’s weight. For more information see the Technical Specifications
section.
When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable and make sure the
product is attached securely.
When mounting the product on a truss or pipe, use a mounting clamp with the
appropriate weight capacity. CHAUVET® has a full range of mounting clamps. See
http://www.chauvetlighting.com/cables-clamps-main.html for the complete selection.
The rubber feet serve as floor supports. When placing the product on the floor, make
sure that the product and cables are away from people and vehicles.
Mounting Clamp
(such as CLP-15 or CLP-15N from CHAUVET®)
Safety Cable
(such as CH-05 from
CHAUVET®)
Threaded Mounting Hole
Secure the safety cable
size M12 on bottom panel
using the pass-through on
the bottom of the product
Mounting
Diagram
Fan and Ventilation Slots
(ensure adequate space for
ventilation)
Handles on
both sides
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4. OPERATION
Manual Zoom
The manual zoom lens sets the size of the light beam in a range from 14° to 58°. Moving
the zoom lens deeper into the product makes the light beam wider. The lens can be
Lens adjusted when the product is turned off or when it is turned on and emitting light, but do
not adjust the zoom lens while it is moving.
To adjust the manual zoom lens, do the following:
1. Make sure the product is not moving.
2. Grab the two manual zoom knobs gently.
3. Slide the lens back and forth to achieve the desired beam size.
The product can be made to be stationary and emit light by using DMX controls.
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The control panel is used to set the operating mode, and the configuration settings of the
product. Use the 4 buttons underneath the LCD display to access the control panel and
Control
Panel navigate the menu map. For specific instructions see the Configurations sections below.
Button
<MENU>
<UP>
<DOWN>
<ENTER>
Function
Enters into, or backs out of, the current menu option
Scrolls up the list of options or selects a higher value
Scrolls down the list of options or selects a lower value
Activates a selected menu or value
Menu
Address
Value
001–512
Description
Sets the DMX starting address
Menu Map
14CH
7CH
Auto01—Auto16
DMX
Auto
Sets DMX personality
Sets Auto mode
Run Mode
Sound
Slave
IR
Sets Sound mode
Sets Slave mode
Sets infrared control
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
540
360
180
270
180
90
Normal pan operation
Reverse pan operation
Normal tilt operation
Pan
Reverse
Tilt Reverse
Pan Angle
Reverse tilt operation
Sets the 540° pan angle range
Sets the 360° pan angle range
Sets the 180° pan angle range
Sets the 270° tilt angle range
Sets the 180° tilt angle range
Sets the 90° tilt angle range
Tilt Angle
P/T Speed
Fans
Normal
Fast
Slow
Sets the panning/tilting speed
Sets fan speed to be triggered
according to temperature
Sets fan speed to full
Display turns off after inactivity
Display stays on after inactivity
Normal display
Auto
Full
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
Setup
Display
Screen Rev
Upside-down display
Square
I Squa
SCurve
Linear
Fast
Dimmer
Curve
Sets the dimmer curve mode
Sets the dimmer speed
Dimmer
Speed
Smooth
RED
GREEN
BLUE
WHITE
001—100
Reset
Color
Balance
Sets color balance (100–255)
Sensitivity
Sets sound sensitivity
Resets the product
Factory Set
Loads factory defaults
Ver
Shows the current software version,
running mode, DMX address and
product’s temperature
Running Mode
DMX Address
Temperature
Sys Info
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To set the product in DMX mode for control with a DMX controller, do the following:
1. Make sure the product is plugged into a power source.
Configuration
(DMX)
2. Connect the male end of a DMX cable to the DMX output socket of the DMX
controller and the female end of the same cable to the DMX input socket on the
product.
Set the DMX starting address and personality by following the directions below.
When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels
needed for the selected DMX personality. Choosing a starting address that is too high can
restrict access to some of the product’s channels.
DMX Starting
Address
The Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC uses either 7 or 14 channels, depending on the
personality. The highest configurable DMX address in 7-channel mode is 506. The
highest configurable DMX address in 14-channel mode is 499.
For more information about DMX download the CHAUVET® DMX Primer from the
To set the DMX starting address, do the following:
1. If the display shows a number from 001–512, go to step 5.
2. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
3. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight Address.
4. Press <ENTER>. A number from 001–512 will show on the display.
5. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to change the number to the desired DMX starting address.
6. Press <ENTER> to select the DMX starting address.
The Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC has 2 DMX personalities: a 7-channel personality
and a 14-channel personality.
DMX
Personalities
To set the DMX personality, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Run Mode icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Run Mode options will show on the display.
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight DMX.
5. Press <ENTER>. A green dot will show on the DMX option line and the characters
7CH or 14CH will show in green.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to switch between 7CH and 14CH.
7. Press <ENTER> to select the DMX personality shown.
After the DMX starting address and personality have been set, there will be a delay
of 30 seconds before the display automatically returns to showing the current DMX
address and the DMX personality.
If the display goes blank after 30 seconds, it is because the Display option is set to
OFF. To set the Display option to ON go to Menu > Setup > Display and change the
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DMX Channel Assignments and Values
Channel
Function
Pan
Tilt
Value
Percent/Setting
0 to 540°
0 to 270°
Pan/Tilt (fast to slow)
No function
Color 1
Color 2
Color 3
Color 4
Color 5
7CH
1
2
3
000 ó 255
000 ó 255
000 ó 255
000 ó 004
005 ó 009
010 ó 014
015 ó 019
020 ó 024
025 ó 029
030 ó 034
035 ó 039
040 ó 044
045 ó 049
050 ó 054
055 ó 059
060 ó 064
065 ó 069
070 ó 074
075 ó 079
080 ó 084
085 ó 089
090 ó 094
095 ó 099
100 ó 104
105 ó 109
110 ó 114
115 ó 119
120 ó 124
125 ó 129
130 ó 134
135 ó 139
140 ó 144
145 ó 149
150 ó 154
155 ó 159
160 ó 164
165 ó 169
170 ó 174
175 ó 179
180 ó 201
202 ó 207
Speed
Color 6
Color 7
Color 8
Color 9
Color 10
Color 11
Color 12
Color 13
Color 14
Color 15
Color 16
Color 17
Color 18
Color 19
Color 20
4
Colors
Color 21
Color 22
Color 23
Color 24
Color 25
Color 26
Color 27
Color 28
Color 29
Color 30
Color 31
Color 32
Color 33
Color 34
No function
Clockwise color change (fast to slow)
Stop (color stays in the current color)
Counter-clockwise color change
(slow to fast)
208 ó 229
230 ó 234
235 ó 249
250 ó 255
No function
Color jump (fast to slow)
Sound colors
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Channel
5
Function
Dimmer
Value
Percent/Setting
7CH (cont.)
000 ó 255
000 ó 019
020 ó 024
025 ó 064
065 ó 069
070 ó 084
085 ó 089
090 ó 104
105 ó 109
110 ó 124
125 ó 129
130 ó 144
145 ó 149
150 ó 164
165 ó 169
170 ó 184
185 ó 189
190 ó 204
205 ó 209
210 ó 224
225 ó 229
230 ó 244
245 ó 255
000 ó 007
008 ó 023
024 ó 039
040 ó 055
056 ó 071
072 ó 087
088 ó 103
104 ó 119
120 ó 135
136 ó 151
152 ó 167
168 ó 183
184 ó 199
200 ó 215
216 ó 231
232 ó 247
248 ó 255
0 to 100%
Closed
Open
Strobe effect (decreasing speed)
Open
Fast on, slow off (decreasing speed)
Open
Slow on, fast off (decreasing speed)
Open
Random shutter (decreasing speed)
Open
Random fast on, slow off (decreasing speed)
Open
Random slow on, fast off (decreasing speed)
Open
Pulse effect 1 (decreasing speed)
Open
Pulse effect 2 (decreasing speed)
Open
6
Shutter
Gradually on and off (decreasing speed)
Open
Pulse effect 3 (decreasing speed)
Open
No function
Auto movement macro 1
Auto movement macro 2
Auto movement macro 3
Auto movement macro 4
Auto movement macro 5
Auto movement macro 6
Auto movement macro 7
Auto movement macro 8
Sound movement macro 1
Sound movement macro 2
Sound movement macro 3
Sound movement macro 4
Sound movement macro 5
Sound movement macro 6
Sound movement macro 7
Sound movement macro 8
Movement
Macros
7
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Channel
Function
Pan
Fine Pan
Tilt
Fine Tilt
Speed
Red
Green
Blue
Value
Percent/Setting
14CH
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
000 ó 255
000 ó 255
000 ó 255
000 ó 255
000 ó 255
000 ó 255
000 ó 255
000 ó 255
000 ó 255
000 ó 004
005 ó 009
010 ó 014
015 ó 019
020 ó 024
025 ó 029
030 ó 034
035 ó 039
040 ó 044
045 ó 049
050 ó 054
055 ó 059
060 ó 064
065 ó 069
070 ó 074
075 ó 079
080 ó 084
085 ó 089
090 ó 094
095 ó 099
100 ó 104
105 ó 109
110 ó 114
115 ó 119
120 ó 124
125 ó 129
130 ó 134
135 ó 139
140 ó 144
145 ó 149
150 ó 154
155 ó 159
160 ó 164
165 ó 169
170 ó 174
175 ó 179
180 ó 201
202 ó 207
208 ó 229
230 ó 234
235 ó 249
250 ó 255
0 to 540°
Fine control of panning
0 to 270°
Fine control of tilting
Pant/Tilt speed (fast to slow)
0 to 100%
0 to 100%
0 to 100%
White
0 to 100%
No function
Color 1
Color 2
Color 3
Color 4
Color 5
Color 6
Color 7
Color 8
Color 9
Color 10
Color 11
Color 12
Color 13
Color 14
Color 15
Color 16
Color 17
Color 18
Color 19
Color 20
Color 21
Color 22
Color 23
Color 24
Color 25
Color 26
Color 27
Color 28
10
Colors
Color 29
Color 30
Color 31
Color 32
Color 33
Color 34
No function
Clockwise color change (fast to slow)
Stop (color stays in the current color)
Counter-clockwise color change (slow to fast)
No function
Color jump (fast to slow)
Sound colors
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Channel
11
Function
Dimmer
Value
Percent/Setting
14CH (cont.)
000 ó 255
000 ó 019
020 ó 024
025 ó 064
065 ó 069
070 ó 084
085 ó 089
090 ó 104
105 ó 109
110 ó 124
125 ó 129
130 ó 144
145 ó 149
150 ó 164
165 ó 169
170 ó 184
185 ó 189
190 ó 204
205 ó 209
210 ó 224
225 ó 229
230 ó 244
245 ó 255
000 ó 009
010 ó 014
015 ó 049
050 ó 054
055 ó 059
060 ó 069
070 ó 074
075 ó 079
080 ó 084
085 ó 089
090 ó 094
095 ó 099
100 ó 104
105 ó 109
110 ó 114
115 ó 119
120 ó 124
125 ó 129
130 ó 134
135 ó 139
140 ó 144
145 ó 255
0 to 100%
Closed
Open
Strobe effect (decreasing speed)
Open
Fast on, slow off (decreasing speed)
Open
Slow on, fast off (decreasing speed)
Open
Random shutter (decreasing speed)
Open
Random fast on, slow off (decreasing speed)
Open
Random slow on, fast off (decreasing speed)
Open
Pulse effect 1 (decreasing speed)
Open
Pulse effect 2 (decreasing speed)
Open
Gradually on and off (decreasing speed)
Open
Pulse effect 3 (decreasing speed)
Open
No function
12
Shutter
Blackout while panning/tilting
No function
Reset pan
Reset tilt
No function
Reset all
No function
Reverse pan/tilt
Reverse pan
Reverse tilt
Cancel reverse pan
Cancel reverse tilt
Cancel reverse pan/tilt
Pan/Tilt normal speed
Pan/Tilt fast speed
Pan/Tilt slow speed
Fan (full speed)
Fan (auto)
Control
Functions
13
Dimmer, fast
Dimmer, smooth
No function
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Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
14CH (cont.)
000 ó 007
008 ó 023
024 ó 039
040 ó 055
056 ó 071
072 ó 087
088 ó 103
104 ó 119
120 ó 135
136 ó 151
152 ó 167
168 ó 183
184 ó 199
200 ó 215
216 ó 231
232 ó 247
248 ó 255
No function
Auto movement macro 1
Auto movement macro 2
Auto movement macro 3
Auto movement macro 4
Auto movement macro 5
Auto movement macro 6
Auto movement macro 7
Auto movement macro 8
Sound movement macro 1
Sound movement macro 2
Sound movement macro 3
Sound movement macro 4
Sound movement macro 5
Sound movement macro 6
Sound movement macro 7
Sound movement macro 8
Movement
Macros
14
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Configuration
(Standalone)
Use standalone configurations to operate the product without a DMX controller.
Never connect a product operating in a standalone mode (Sound, Auto, or IR) to a
DMX chain that includes a DMX controller. Products in standalone mode can
transmit DMX signals that interfere with the DMX signals from the controller
Sound mode sets the product to respond to sounds and music.
To set the product to Sound mode, do the following:
Sound Mode
1. Make sure the product is connected to a power source and not connected to a DMX
controller.
2. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
3. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Run Mode icon.
4. Press <ENTER>. The Run Mode options will show on the display.
5. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to highlight the Sound option.
6. Press <ENTER>. A green dot will show on the Sound option line and the product
will begin reacting to sound.
The product will respond only to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).
If the product is not responding to sound, increase the sensitivity. For more
Auto mode sets the product to 1 of 16 preset movement patterns and color changes.
To set the product to Auto mode, do the following:
Auto Mode
1. Make sure the product is connected to a power source and not connected to a DMX
controller.
2. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
3. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Run Mode icon.
4. Press <ENTER>. The Run Mode options will show on the display.
5. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Auto option.
6. Press <ENTER>. A green dot will show on the Auto option line, the current Auto
mode will show up in green letters, and the product will begin moving and emitting
light.
7. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to cycle through the 16 Auto modes.
8. Press <ENTER>> to select one of the 16 Auto modes.
IR mode allows the product to be controlled with an infrared remote controller. The
IRC-6 can remotely set the product to various modes; adjust the color, speed and
sensitivity; and set the strobe.
IR Mode
To set the product to IR mode, do the following:
1. Make sure the product is plugged into a power source and not connected to a DMX
cable.
2. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
3. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Run Mode icon.
4. Press <ENTER>. The Run Mode options will show on the display.
5. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to highlight the IR option.
6. Press <ENTER>. A green dot will show on the IR option line and the product will
begin moving and emitting light.
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IRC-6 Operation
Be sure the IRC-6 remote is pointing directly at the product and there is nothing in
between the remote and the product.
Some of the buttons on the remote work differently than what is indicated on their
labels. For example:
·
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<MANUAL> controls the white color in the LEDs.
<A>, <UV>, and <W> control the Blackout function.
Please read the next section carefully.
The list below describes which features each button controls.
·
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<BLACKOUT> - Turns LEDs on and off.
<AUTO> - Activates Auto mode. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to cycle through Auto
modes.
·
·
<SOUND> - Activates Sound mode.
<STROBE> - Activates the strobe. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to cycle through
strobe speeds.
·
·
·
·
·
<SPEED> - Adjusts the movement speed. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to cycle
through movement speeds.
<SENSITIVITY> - Adjusts sound sensitivity. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to cycle
through sound sensitivity levels.
<%> - Adjusts the brightness of the LEDs. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to increase
or decrease the brightness of the LEDs.
<MANUAL> - Adjusts the white color in the LEDs. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to
increase or decrease the white color in the LEDs.
<FADE/SNAP> or <FADE> - Adjusts the speed and type of color fades. Press the
button to switch between fade and snap color changes. Use <+> and <-> to increase
or decrease the speed of the color changes.
·
·
·
<R> - Adjusts the red color in the LEDs. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to increase or
decrease the red color in the LEDs.
<G> - Adjusts the green color in the LEDs. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to increase
or decrease the green color in the LEDs.
<B> - Adjusts the blue color in the LEDs. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to increase or
decrease the blue color in the LEDs.
·
·
·
<+> - Increases values for controls as described above.
<-> - Decreases values for controls as described above.
<0>–<9> - Activates specific Auto modes. Can be used as a shortcut for the
combination of the <AUTO> button and the <+> and <-> buttons.
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Master/Slave mode allows a single Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC (the master) to
control the actions of one or more Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRCs (the slaves)
Configuration
(Master/Slave) without a DMX controller.
In Master/Slave mode the master is set to operate in Auto mode, Sound mode, or IR
mode and the slaves are set to operate in Slave mode.
The master and slaves are daisy chained though the DMX input and output ports with
the master at the beginning of the chain. Once set and connected, the slaves will
operate identically to, and in unison with, the master.
Always put the male DMX connector into the master. Do not connect to the DMX In
port on the master.
Never connect more than 31 slaves to the master.
Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX daisy chain of master and slaves.
Configure all the slaves before connecting the master to the DMX daisy chain.
Configure the slaves for Slave mode before or after they are put in position, and before
they are daisy chained to the master.
Configuring the
Slaves
To configure a slave, do the following:
1. Make sure the product is connected to a power source.
2. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
3. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Run Mode icon.
4. Press <ENTER>. The Run Mode options will show on the display.
5. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Slave option.
6. Press <ENTER>. A green dot will show on the Slave option line.
Configure the master after all the slaves are connected to it and configured.
To configure the master, do the following:
Configuring the
Master
1. Make sure the product is connected to a power source and connected to all the
slaves.
2. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
3. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Run Mode icon.
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The Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC can be customized with settings such as for
movement, speed, display, and fan operation. Below are instructions for all the settings
Configuration
Reversing the pan movement is useful when 2 lights are facing each other and they both
need to turn toward the same direction.
Pan Reverse
To reverse the pan movement do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Pan Reverse option.
5. Press <ENTER>. The words ON or OFF will show in green.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to switch between ON and OFF.
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.
Reversing the tilt movement is useful when 2 lights are facing each other and they need
to point towards the same space between them.
Tilt Reverse
Pan Range
Tilt Range
To reverse the tilt movement do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Tilt Reverse option.
5. Press <ENTER>. The words ON or OFF will show in green.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to switch between ON and OFF.
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.
Setting the pan angle range is useful when there is an area of the room that the
Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC should not illuminate.
To set the range of the Pan movement, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to highlight the Setup icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.
4. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to highlight the Pan Angle option.
5. Press <ENTER>. The three digits to the right will show in green.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select 180, 360, or 540.
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.
Setting the tilt angle range is useful when there is an area of the room that the
Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC should not illuminate.
To set the range of the tilt movement, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Tilt Angle option.
5. Press <ENTER>. The three digits to the right will show in green.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select 90, 180, or 270.
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.
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The movement, or pan and tilt speed, can be adjusted and will affect the speed of the
Auto and Sound modes.
Movement
Speed
To set the pan and tilt speed, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the P/T Speed option.
5. Press <ENTER> and Normal, Fast, or Slow will show in green.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired speed.
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.
The fans in the unit can be set to Full to remain on or set to Auto to run only when the
product is hot enough to need a fan.
Fan Operation
To set the fans to Full or Auto, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Fans option.
5. Press <ENTER>. The words Full or Auto will show in green.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to switch between Full and Auto.
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.
The display can be set to stay on permanently (ON), or to go off (OFF) when the menu
is not being used.
Display ON/OFF
If the display is set to ON, it will remain in any given menu for 30 seconds of inactivity, and
then it will return to a home screen that shows the product’s current mode and DMX address.
If the display is set to OFF, it will remain in any given menu for 30 seconds of inactivity,
and then it will go blank and show nothing.
To set the display ON or OFF, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to highlight the Setup icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.
4. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to highlight the Display option.
5. Press <ENTER>. The words ON or OFF will show in green.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to switch between ON and OFF.
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.
If the display is set to OFF, it will come back on when the IRC-6 is used or when any
menu button is pressed; however, it will not come on when it receives DMX control.
The display can show the screen in two directions, one for when the fixture is standing
and one for when it is mounted upside-down.
Display
Orientation
To set the display orientation, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Screen Rev option.
5. Press <ENTER>. The words ON or OFF will show in green.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to switch between ON (upside-down display) and
OFF (normal display).
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.
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The dimming curve can be adjusted to change how the light brightens and dims. If the
factory default is not a suitable setting, and the dimming curve of this light needs to
match more closely to that of another light, adjust this setting as follows.
Dimming Curve
Dimming Speed
Color Balance
To adjust the dimming curve, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Dimmer Curve option.
5. Press <ENTER> and Square, I Squa, SCurve, or Linear will show in green.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired option.
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.
The dimming speed can be adjusted to change how quickly the light brightens and dims.
If the factory default is not a suitable setting, and the dimming speed of this light needs
to match more closely to that of another light, adjust this setting as follows.
To adjust the dimming speed, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Dimmer Speed option.
5. Press <ENTER> and Fast or Smooth will show in green.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to switch between Fast and Smooth.
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.
The color balance setting is used to set the white color of the product. This setting
affects only the color of the white light of the LED. The red, green, and blue colors will
remain the same.
To adjust the color balance, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Color Balance option.
5. Press <ENTER>. The product will begin emitting light and the Color Balance
options will show on the display.
6. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the color to be adjusted.
7. Press <ENTER>. The number to the right will show in green
8. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select a value between 100 and 255. The higher the
number, the more of the color is included in the white setting.
9. Press <ENTER> to select the value setting.
10. Repeat steps 6 through 9 to adjust the remaining colors until the desired white color
is emitted from the product.
Upon entering the color balance menu, the product will emit a white light. After
exiting the color balancing menu, the product will return to the currently selected
operations mode. If there is no activity for 30 seconds, the product will exit the
color balance menu and return to the currently selected operations mode.
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The sensitivity setting adjusts the sensitivity of the product’s microphone. If the product
is not responding to the beat of the music in Sound mode, set the sensitivity to a higher
number until the product responds.
Sensitivity
To adjust the sensitivity setting, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Sensitivity option.
5. Press <ENTER>. The number to the right will show in green.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select a sensitivity level. The least sensitive is 1 and the
most sensitive is 100.
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.
Resetting will restart the product. It does not change any settings. Resetting is a helpful
troubleshooting tool, and can be used if the product has stopped responding to control,
or if the control system has suffered a failure.
Reset
To reset the product, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Reset option.
5. Press <ENTER>. The product will immediately reset.
Resetting to factory defaults will clear out all customized settings and return thee
settings to the factory defaults. Resetting to factory defaults can be used if the product is
behaving inconsistently.
Reset to Factory
Defaults
To reset the product to factory default settings, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Factory Set option.
5. Press <ENTER>. The product will immediately reset to factory default settings.
To see the product’s current software version, running mode, DMX address and
temperature, do the following:
System
Information
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Sys Info icon.
3. Press <ENTER>. The current information about the product will show on the display.
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5. TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Dust build-up on the lens reduces light output. Dust build-up on the body and fans can
cause overheating and mechanical wear, which can reduce the usable life of the
Product
Maintenance product.
To maintain optimum performance and minimal wear in a normal environment, clean the
product at least twice a month. If the environment is particularly dusty, clean the product
more often.
For best results follow the suggestions listed below:
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Never clean the product when it is plugged into a power source.
Only clean the product when it is at room temperature.
Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on
the external surfaces and in the vents.
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Use a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol to clean
all the external optics and glass or transparent surfaces.
Apply the cleaning solution directly to a soft, lint-free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning
tissue.
Gently wipe dirt and grime to the outside edges of the external optics and glass or
transparent surfaces.
Gently polish the external optics and glass or 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 fans while blowing compressed air into them.
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6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Length
Width
9.4 in (240 mm)
Height
Weight
Dimensions and
Weight
7.1 in (180 mm)
13 in (330 mm)
12.2 lb (5.6 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches are rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
Switching (internal)
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Auto-ranging
Parameter
Consumption
Operating current
Fuse
120 V, 60 Hz
193 W
230 V, 50 Hz
173 W
Power
1.5 A
0.8 A
F 5 A, 250 V
F 5 A, 250 V
Power I/O
US/Canada
IEC
UK/Worldwide
IEC
Power input connector
Power output connector
Power cord plug
Edison (US)
Edison (US)
N/A
Local plug
Power linking current (units)
8 A (5 units)
8 A (9 units)
Type
Power
Lifespan
Light Source
LED
20 W
50,000 hours
Color
Quantity
Current
RGBW
7
3.7 A
Parameter
Illuminance @ 2 m (14°)
Illuminance @ 2 m (58°)
Zoom angle
14,520 lux
2,348 lux
Photo Optic
14° to 58°
Strobe rate
0–20 Hz
Pan and Tilt
540° pan
270° tilt
Pan/Tilt ranges
180°/360°/540° pan ranges
90°/180°/270° tilt ranges
Maximum External Temp.
Cooling System
Thermal
DMX
104 °F (40 °C)
Fan-cooled
I/O Connectors
Connector Type
Channel Range
3-pin XLR
Sockets
7 or 14
Product Name
Item Code
Item Number
Ordering
Intimidator™ Wash Zoom
250 IRC
08010788
781462211363
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RETURNS
To return a product or request support:
General Info
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In the U.S., contact CHAUVET® World Headquarters (see below).
In the UK or Ireland, contact CHAUVET® Europe Ltd. (see below).
In Mexico, contact CHAUVET® Mexico (see below).
In any other country, DO NOT contact CHAUVET®. Contact your distributor. See
www.chauvetlighting.com for distributors outside the U.S., United Kingdom,
Ireland, or Mexico.
If you live outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, or Mexico, contact your
distributor of record and follow their instructions on how to return CHAUVET®
products to them. Visit our website for contact details.
Call the corresponding CHAUVET® Technical Support office and request a Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product. Be prepared
U.S., UK,
Ireland, and to provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the reason for
the return.
Mexico
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.
Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label. DO NOT write the RMA
number directly on the box.
Before sending the product, clearly write the following information on a piece of paper
and place it inside the box:
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Your name
Your address
Your phone number
RMA number
A brief description of the problem
Be sure to pack the product properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate
packaging will be your responsibility. FedEx packing or double-boxing are
recommended.
CHAUVET® reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace
returned product(s).
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WORLD HEADQUARTERS - CHAUVET®
Contact
Us
General Information
Technical Support
Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue
Sunrise, FL 33351
Voice:
(954) 577-4455 (Press 4)
Fax:
(954) 756-8015
Voice:
Fax:
(954) 577-4455
(954) 929-5560
Email:
Toll free: (800) 762-1084
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com
UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND - CHAUVET® Europe Ltd.
General Information
Technical Support
Email: [email protected]
Address: Unit 1C
Brookhill Road Industrial Estate
Pinxton, Nottingham, UK
NG16 6NT
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.co.uk
Voice:
Fax:
+44 (0)1773 511115
+44 (0)1773 511110
MEXICO - CHAUVET® Mexico
General Information
Technical Support
Address: Av. Santa Ana 30
Parque Industrial Lerma
Lerma, Mexico C.P. 52000
Email:
World Wide Web www.chauvet.com.mx
Voice:
+52 (728) 285-5000
Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, or Mexico, contact your dealer. Follow their instructions to request
support or to return a product. Visit our website for contact details.
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