Chauvet DMX 800 User Manual

Snapshot  
Ok on Dimmer  
Outdoor OK  
DMX-800  
Constellation™  
Sound Activated  
DMX512  
Master/Slave  
115V/230V Switch  
Replaceable Fuse  
User Serviceable  
Duty Cycle  
USER MANUAL  
Chauvet, 3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.  
(800) 762-1084 – (954) 929-1115  
FAX (954) 929-5560  
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN  
What is included  
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1 x Constellation™  
1 x HMI 575W Lamp  
Power Cord  
Warranty Card  
User Manual  
Unpacking Instructions  
Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that  
all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and  
retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself  
shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture  
must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box  
and packing.  
AC Power  
To determine the power requirements for a particular fixture, see the label affixed to the back plate of  
the fixture or refer to the fixture’s specifications chart. A fixture’s listed current rating is its average  
current draw under normal conditions. All fixtures must be powered directly off a switched circuit and  
cannot be run off a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer  
channel is used solely for a 0% to 100% switch. Before applying power to a  
fixture, check that the source voltage matches the fixture’s requirement.  
Check the fixture or device carefully to make sure that if a voltage selection  
switch exists that it is set to the correct line voltage you will use.  
Figure 1 - AC Voltage Switch  
Warning!  
Verify that the voltage select switch on your unit matches the  
line voltage applied. Damage to your fixture may result if the  
line voltage applied does not match the voltage indicated on  
the voltage selector switch. All fixtures must be connected to  
circuits with a suitable Earth Ground.  
Not all fixtures have a voltage  
select switch. Please be sure to  
connect to the proper voltage.  
Contact Us  
World Wide  
General Information  
Chauvet Lighting  
3000 North 29th Court  
Hollywood, FL 33020  
voice: 954.929.1115  
fax:  
954.929.5560  
toll free: 800.762.1084  
Technical Support  
Chauvet Lighting  
3000 North 29th Court  
Hollywood, FL 33020  
voice: 954.929.1115 (Press 4)  
fax:  
954.929.5560 (Attention: Service)  
World Wide Web  
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Safety Instructions  
Please read these instructions carefully, which includes important  
information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this  
product.  
Please keep this User Guide for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure that  
they also receive this instruction booklet.  
Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line voltage you are  
connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel of the fixture.  
This product is intended for indoor use only!  
To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to rain or moisture. Make sure there are no  
flammable materials close to the unit while operating.  
The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20in (50cm) from adjacent  
surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.  
Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing lamp or fuse and be sure to  
replace with same lamp source.  
Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain. Never carry the fixture solely by its head. Use  
its carrying handles.  
Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 95°F (35°C). Do not operate fixture at temperatures higher  
than this.  
In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to repair the  
unit by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please  
contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center. Always use the same type spare parts.  
Don’t connect the device to a dimmer pack.  
Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.  
Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.  
Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.  
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.  
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2. INTRODUCTION  
Features  
13 or 19-channel DMX-512 centerpiece  
Pan: 180° / tilt: 90° (each mirror)  
Pan/tilt control of each mirror individually  
Mechanical dimmer/shutter/strobe  
Blackout, reset, sound activation and built-in automatic programs via DMX  
6 rotating gobo wheels  
7 glass, rotating gobos + open on each wheel  
Rotating gobo wheel spin effect for each wheel  
Remote fixture reset, lamp on/off and vector control channel  
Additional Features  
Built-in automated programs via master/slave or DMX  
Built-in sound activated programs via master/slave or DMX  
Centrally-located lamp holder for easy lamp changes  
Micro-stepping motors  
LED display  
Thermal switch  
Fan cooled  
DMX Channel Summary  
CHANNEL FUNCTION (19 CHANNEL MODE)  
CHANNEL FUNCTION (13 CHANNEL MODE)  
Pan 1  
Pan 1 & 4  
1
1
Tilt 1  
Tilt 1 & 4  
2
2
Pan 2  
Pan 2 & 5  
3
3
Tilt 2  
Tilt 2 & 5  
4
4
Pan 3  
Pan 3 & 6  
5
5
Tilt 3  
Tilt 3 & 6  
6
6
Pan 4  
Vector Speed  
7
7
Tilt 4  
Shutter/Strobe  
8
8
Pan 5  
Gobo 1 & 4  
9
9
Tilt 5  
Gobo 2 & 5  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
10  
Pan 6  
Gobo 3 & 6  
11  
Tilt 6  
Gobo Rotate  
12  
Vector Speed  
Shutter/Strobe  
Gobo 1 & 4  
Lamp On/Off, Reset & Auto Modes  
13  
Gobo 2 & 5  
Gobo 3 & 6  
Gobo Rotate  
Lamp On/Off, Reset & Auto Modes  
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Product Overview  
Scanning  
Head  
Safety Hook  
Scanning  
Head  
Scanning  
Head  
Lamp  
Access  
Cover  
Scanning  
Head  
Scanning  
Head  
Scanning  
Head  
Top of Unit  
Microphone  
DMX Input  
Connector  
DMX Output  
Connector  
Blackout  
Controller  
Jack  
Power/DMX  
Indicator  
Control Panel  
Top of Unit  
IEC Power  
Connector  
Main Fuse  
Secondary  
Fuse  
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3. SETUP  
Lamp  
You will need to install a lamp prior to the initial operation of the fixture. A 575W HMI lamp is included.  
Warning!  
When replacing the lamp, please wait 15 minutes after powering down to allow the  
unit to cool down! Always disconnect from main power prior to lamp replacement.  
Do not touch the envelope (glass area) of the bulb with bare hands. If this happens, clean the lamp  
with alcohol and wipe it with a lint free cloth before installation.  
Lamp Installation  
1) Remove the three screws on the  
lamp cover plate as indicated in  
figure A.  
2) Remove the two thumbscrews and  
the metal strip shown in figure B.  
Figure A  
3) Unscrew the lamp from the socket  
by turning it counter-clockwise  
(figure C).  
4) While holding the new lamp with a  
lint-free cloth, screw the lamp into  
the socket.  
5) Replace the two thumbscrews and  
the metal strip.  
6) Replace the lamp cover plate.  
Figure B  
Figure C  
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Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always  
replace with the same type fuse.  
Fuse Replacement  
The fuse is located  
inside this  
compartment.  
Remove using a flat  
head screwdriver.  
With a flat-head screwdriver, unscrew the  
fuse holder from its housing. Remove the  
damaged fuse from its holder and replace  
with exact same type fuse. Screw the fuse  
holder back in its place and reconnect power.  
FUSE  
Fixture Linking  
You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX-512 controller  
or to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a master/slave operating mode. The  
combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number  
of fixtures the data link can support.  
Important:  
Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line. To comply with the EIA-485  
standard no more than 32 devices should be connected on one data link. Connecting more than 32  
fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically-isolated splitter may result in  
deterioration of the digital DMX signal.  
Maximum recommended serial data link distance: 500 meters (1640 ft.)  
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.  
DMX DATA CABLE  
Use a Belden© 9841 or equivalent cable which meets the specifications for EIA RS-485 applications.  
Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances. The cable will  
have the following characteristics:  
2-conductor twisted pair plus a shield  
Maximum capacitance between conductors – 30 pF/ft.  
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield – 55 pF/ft.  
Maximum resistance of 20 ohms / 1000 ft.  
Nominal impedance: 100 – 140 ohms  
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CABLE CONNECTORS  
Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end.  
Resistance 120  
ohm 1/4w between  
pin 2 (DMX -) and  
pin 3 (DMX +) of  
the last fixture.  
DMX connector configuration  
1
3
2
COMMON  
DMX +  
1
1
3
INPUT  
3
OUTPUT  
Termination reduces signal errors and  
to avoid signal transmission problems  
and interference, it is always  
advisable to connect a DMX signal  
terminator.  
2
2
DMX -  
CAUTION  
Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common  
can cause a ground loop, and your fixture may perform erratically. Test cables with an ohm meter to  
verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other.  
3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART  
Note!  
If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter.  
CHAUVET Model No: DMX5M, or DMX5F.  
The chart below details a proper cable conversion:  
3 PIN TO 5 PIN CONVERSION CHART  
Conductor  
3 Pin Female (output)  
5 Pin Male (Input)  
Pin 1  
Ground/Shield  
Pin 1  
Data ( - ) signal  
Data ( + ) signal  
Do not use  
Pin 2  
Pin 3  
Pin 2  
Pin 3  
Do not use  
Do not use  
Do not use  
Universal DMX Controller  
Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link  
1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of  
the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin  
connector of the controller.  
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from  
the controller which will have a (female) 3  
pin connector to the input connector of the  
next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin  
connector.  
This drawing provides a  
general illustration of the  
DMX Input/Output panel of  
a lighting fixture.  
3. Then, proceed to connect from the output  
as stated above to the input of the following  
fixture and so on.  
CHAUVET Certified DMX Data Cables  
Order Code  
DMX1.5  
DMX4.5  
DMX10  
Description  
DMX Cable 1.5m/4.9ft  
DMX Cable 4.5m/14.8ft  
DMX Cable 10m/32.8ft  
Continue the link  
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Master/Slave Fixture Linking  
1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin connector  
of the first fixture.  
2. 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. Then,  
proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on.  
Often, the setup for Master-Slave  
and Standalone operation requires  
that the first fixture in the chain be  
initialized for this purpose via either  
settings in the control panel or DIP-  
switches. Secondarily, the fixtures  
that follow may also require a slave  
setting. Please consult the  
“Operating Instructions” section in  
this manual for complete instructions  
for this type of setup and  
configuration.  
Mounting  
ORIENTATION  
This fixture may be mounted in any position provided there is adequate room for ventilation.  
RIGGING  
Hanging Clamp  
It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. Mount the  
fixture using, a suitable “C” or “O” type clamp. Adjust the angle of  
the fixture by loosening both knobs and tilting the fixture. After  
finding the desired position, retighten both knobs.  
When selecting installation location, take into consideration lamp  
replacement access and routine maintenance.  
Safety cables should always be used.  
Note!  
Clamp is sold separately.  
Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain, high  
humidity, extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation.  
Use only heavy duty clamps for this fixture.  
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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Navigating the Control Panel  
Access control panel functions using the three panel  
buttons located directly underneath the LCD Display.  
Power/DMX  
Indicator  
Button  
Function  
Used to access the menu and scroll  
through top-level menu items.  
<MODE>  
Scrolls through menu options in  
ascending order  
<UP>  
Scrolls through menu options in  
descending order  
<DOWN>  
UP DOWN  
MODE  
The Control Panel LED Display shows the menu items you select from the menu map below. When a  
menu function is selected, the display will show immediately the first available option for the selected  
menu function. NOTE: the Power/DMX indicator will blink slowly if a signal is detected on the DMX  
input connector, and will be solid if no signal is detected.  
Press the <MODE> button once to activate the control panel. Pressing the <MODE> button again will  
scroll through the different top-level menu options available. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to  
navigate the menu options. To return to the previous option or menu without changing the value,  
press the <MODE> button.  
Menu Map  
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Menu Functions  
MENU  
OPTION  
DESCRIPTION  
DMX: The fixture will be controlled by a DMX signal coming from a DMX controller.  
The starting address must be selected, and can be set using the up and down  
buttons.  
Slave Unit: Sets the fixture to run in sync with the Master. You must set the first  
fixture in the data link to “Master” otherwise nothing will happen.  
Sound Active – Master Unit: Sets the fixture to Master status for Master-Slave  
operation and the built in programs will be triggered by the sound. No data link is  
required; all fixtures can be set to this mode for Stand-alone operation.  
Automatic – Master Unit: Sets the fixture to Master status for Master-Slave  
operation and the built in programs will be triggered automatically to a pre-  
programmed time interval. No data link is required; all fixtures can be set to this mode  
for Stand-alone operation.  
Blackout – Master Unit: Sets the fixture to Master status for Master-Slave operation  
and closes the shutter. No data link is required; all fixtures can be set to this mode for  
blackout operation.  
13 Channel Mode: Sets the fixture to operate in 13 channel mode.  
19 Channel Mode: Sets the fixture to operate in 19 channel mode.  
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.  
1) Press <MODE/ESC> until  
,
, or  
is displayed.  
2) Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to scroll through until the desired mode is displayed.  
is auto mode;  
is sound-active.  
3) The unit will react to the low frequencies of music via the internal microphone in Sound-Active  
mode, or the unit will auto change in Auto Mode.  
Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound, Master Auto):  
This mode will allow you to link up to 32 units together without a controller.  
1) Use standard DMX cables to daisy chain your units together via the DMX connector on the rear  
of the units. For longer cable runs we suggest a terminator at the last fixture. For more  
information about terminators, see page 9.  
2) Choose a unit to function as the master. Press <MODE> until  
,
, or  
is displayed on the master unit.  
3) Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to scroll through until the desired mode is displayed.  
is auto mode;  
is sound-active.  
4) Press <MODE> until,  
is displayed on the slave units.  
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DMX Mode  
This mode allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller. If you are unfamiliar with  
DMX, please read the DMX Primer on page 16.  
1) Press <MODE/ESC> until  
is displayed.  
2) Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to select the desired address.  
DMX Channel Values (19-channel mode)  
CHANNEL VALUE  
FUNCTION (19-CHANNEL MODE)  
1
2
000 Ù 255 Pan 1: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Tilt 1: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Pan 2: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Tilt 2: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Pan 3: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Tilt 3: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Pan 4: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Tilt 4: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Pan 5: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Tilt 5: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Pan 6: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Tilt 6: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Vector Speed: (Normal > Slow)  
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
Dimmer/Shutter  
000 Ù 099 Dimmer (0 – 100%)  
100 Ù 133 Open  
134 Ù 243 Strobe (Fast > Slow)  
244 Ù 249 No Function  
250 Ù 255 Open  
14  
15  
16  
17  
000 Ù 255 Gobo 1 & 4  
000 Ù 255 Gobo 2 & 5  
000 Ù 255 Gobo 3 & 6  
Gobo Rotate  
000 Ù 016 No Function  
18  
017 Ù 135 Counter-clockwise (Slow > Fast)  
136  
No Rotate  
137 Ù 255 Clockwise Rotate (Slow > Fast)  
Mode  
000  
No Function  
001 Ù 007 Auto 1  
008 Ù 015 Auto 2  
016 Ù 023 Auto 3  
024 Ù 031 Auto 4  
032 Ù 039 Auto 5  
040 Ù 047 Auto 6  
048 Ù 055 Auto 7  
056 Ù 063 Auto 8  
064 Ù 071 Auto 9  
19  
072 Ù 079 Auto 10  
080 Ù 087 Auto 11  
088 Ù 095 Auto 12  
096 Ù 103 Auto 13  
104 Ù 111 Auto 14  
112 Ù 119 Auto 15  
120 Ù 127 Auto 16  
128 Ù 160 Sound 1  
161 Ù 193 Lamp On (after 5 seconds)  
194 Ù 226 Lamp off (after 5 seconds)  
227 Ù 254 Reset (after 5 seconds)  
255  
No Function  
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DMX Channel Values (13-channel mode)  
CHANNEL VALUE  
FUNCTION (19-CHANNEL MODE)  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
000 Ù 255 Pan 1 & 4: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Tilt 1 & 4: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Pan 2 & 5: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Tilt 2 & 5: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Pan 3 & 6: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Tilt 3 & 6: 128 = halfway point  
000 Ù 255 Vector Speed: (Normal > Slow)  
Dimmer/Shutter  
000 Ù 099 Dimmer (0 – 100%)  
100 Ù 133 Open  
134 Ù 243 Strobe (Fast > Slow)  
244 Ù 249 No Function  
250 Ù 255 Open  
8
9
000 Ù 255 Gobo 1 & 4  
000 Ù 255 Gobo 2 & 5  
000 Ù 255 Gobo 3 & 6  
10  
11  
Gobo Rotate  
000 Ù 016 No Function  
12  
017 Ù 135 Counter-clockwise (Slow > Fast)  
136  
No Rotate  
137 Ù 255 Clockwise Rotate (Slow > Fast)  
Mode  
000  
No Function  
001 Ù 007 Auto 1  
008 Ù 015 Auto 2  
016 Ù 023 Auto 3  
024 Ù 031 Auto 4  
032 Ù 039 Auto 5  
040 Ù 047 Auto 6  
048 Ù 055 Auto 7  
056 Ù 063 Auto 8  
064 Ù 071 Auto 9  
13  
072 Ù 079 Auto 10  
080 Ù 087 Auto 11  
088 Ù 095 Auto 12  
096 Ù 103 Auto 13  
104 Ù 111 Auto 14  
112 Ù 119 Auto 15  
120 Ù 127 Auto 16  
128 Ù 160 Sound 1  
161 Ù 193 Lamp On (after 5 seconds)  
194 Ù 226 Lamp off (after 5 seconds)  
227 Ù 254 Reset (after 5 seconds)  
255  
No Function  
Gobo DMX Values  
VALUE  
GOBO  
000 Ù 015  
016 Ù 031  
032 Ù 047  
048 Ù 063  
064 Ù 079  
080 Ù 095  
096 Ù 111  
112 Ù 127  
128 Ù 191  
192 Ù 255  
Open  
Gobo 1  
Gobo 2  
Gobo 3  
Gobo 4  
Gobo 5  
Gobo 6  
Gobo 7  
Gobo scroll counter-clockwise (Fast > Slow)  
Gobo scroll clockwise (Fast > Slow)  
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General Troubleshooting  
Applies to  
Foggers  
& Snow  
Dimmers  
& Chaser  
Symptom  
Solution(s)  
Lights  
9
Controllers  
Auto shut off  
Check fan thermal switch reset  
Beam is very dim or  
not bright  
Clean optical system or replace lamp  
Check 220/110v switch for proper setting  
9
Breaker/Fuse keeps  
blowing  
Check total load placed on device  
9
9
9
Chase is too slow  
Check users manual for speed adjustment  
9
9
9
9
Device has no power Check for power on Mains.  
Check device’s fuse. (internal and/or external)  
Fixture is not  
responding  
Check DMX Dip switch settings for correct addressing  
Check DMX cables  
Check polarity switch settings  
9
9
Fixture is on but  
there is no  
movement to the  
audio  
Make sure you have the correct audio mode on the  
control switches. If audio provided via ¼” jack, make  
sure a live audio signal exists  
9
9
9
9
Adjust sound sensitivity knob  
Lamps cuts off  
sporadically  
Possible bad lamp or fixture is overheating.  
Lamp may be at end of its life.  
9
9
Light will not come  
on after power failure before the electronics in the fixture can kick start it  
again, wait 5 to 10 minutes before powering up  
Some discharge lamps require a cooling off period  
Loss of signal  
Use only DMX cables  
Install terminator  
Note: Keep DMX cables separated from power cables  
or black lights.  
9
9
Moves slow  
No flash  
Check 220/110v switch for proper setting  
9
9
9
Re-install bulb, may have shifted in shipping  
No laser output  
No light output  
Bounce mirror motor may have shifted during shipping,  
readjust  
Check slip ring & brushes for contact  
Install bulb  
Call service technician  
9
Relay will not work  
Check reset switch  
Check cable connections  
9
Remote does not  
work  
Make sure connector is firmly connected to device  
9
9
9
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  
If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET Technical  
Support at the location on the next page.  
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Technical Support  
Address: Service Dept.  
3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 (U.S.A.)  
Support (Email): [email protected]  
Telephone: (954) 929-1115 - (Press 4)  
Fax: (954) 929-5560 - (Attention: Service)  
5. APPENDIX  
DMX Primer  
There are 512 channels in a DMX-512 connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A  
fixture capable of receiving DMX 512 will require one or a number of sequential channels. The user  
must assign a starting address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the controller.  
There are many different types of DMX controllable fixtures and they all may vary in the total number  
of channels required. Choosing a start address should be planned in advance. Channels should  
never overlap. If they do, this will result in erratic operation of the fixtures whose starting address is  
set incorrectly. You can however, control multiple fixtures of the same type using the same starting  
address as long as the intended result is that of unison movement or operation. In other words, the  
fixtures will be slaved together and all respond exactly the same.  
DMX fixtures are designed to receive data through a serial Daisy Chain. A Daisy Chain connection is  
where the DATA OUT of one fixture connects to the DATA IN of the next fixture. The order in which  
the fixtures are connected is not important and has no effect on how a controller communicates to  
each fixture. Use an order that provides for the easiest and most direct cabling. Connect fixtures  
using shielded two conductor twisted pair cable with three pin 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’)  
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General Maintenance  
To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently. Usage  
and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency. As a general rule, fixtures should  
be cleaned at least twice a month. Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause  
overheating. This can lead to reduced lamp life and increased mechanical wear. Be sure to power off  
fixture before conducting maintenance.  
Unplug fixture from power. Use a vacuum or air compressor and a soft brush to remove dust  
collected on external vents and internal components. Clean all glass when the fixture is cold with a  
mild solution of glass cleaner or Isopropyl Alcohol and a soft lint free cotton cloth or lens tissue. Apply  
solution to the cloth or tissue and drag dirt and grime to the outside of the lens. Gently polish optical  
surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.  
The cleaning of internal and external optical lenses and/or mirrors must be carried out periodically to  
optimize light output. Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates:  
damp, smoky or particularly dirty surrounding can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the unit’s  
optics. Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid. - Always dry the parts carefully. - Clean  
the external optics at least every 20 days. Clean the internal optics at least every 30/60 days.  
Returns Procedure  
Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued.  
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RA #). Products  
returned without an RA # 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. Be sure to properly pack fixture, any shipping damage resulting from inadequate  
packaging is the customer’s responsibility. CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own discretion to  
repair or replace product(s). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is always a safe  
method to use.  
Note:  
If you are given an RA #, please include the following information on a piece of paper  
inside the box:  
1) Your name  
2) Your address  
3) Your phone number  
4) The RA #  
5) A brief description of the symptoms  
Claims  
Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be  
reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise. It is the customer's responsibility to notify and  
submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is damaged due to shipping. Any other claim  
for items such as missing component/part, damage not related to shipping, and concealed damage,  
must be made within seven (7) days of receiving merchandise.  
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Technical Specifications  
WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS  
Length........................................................................................................................... 33.5 in (850 mm)  
Width ............................................................................................................................ 31.5 in (800 mm)  
Height ........................................................................................................................... 11.8 in (300 mm)  
Weight .............................................................................................................................99.2 lbs (45 kg)  
POWER  
Switch-selectable power settings ..............................................................110V 60Hz AC or 230V 50Hz  
Power Consumption................................................................................................................840W Max  
Inrush Power .................................................................................................................................. 936W  
LIGHT SOURCE  
Lamp..............................................................................................................................HMI 575W Lamp  
APPROVED LAMPS  
Osram™ HMI575/GS ...........................................................................................1000 hr, 6000K, 575W  
Philips™ MSI-575/2..............................................................................................1000 hr, 7000K, 575W  
Philips™ MSI-575/HR ..........................................................................................1000 hr, 6000K, 575W  
PHOTO OPTIC  
Beam Angle (each beam)................................................................................................................... 12°  
Beam Angle (entire unit)..................................................................................................................... 73°  
Pan ................................................................................................................................................... 570°  
Tilt..................................................................................................................................................... 270°  
Illuminance at 1m ..................................................................................................9,784 fc (105,276 lux)  
THERMAL  
Maximum ambient temperature.............................................................................................95°F (35°C)  
FUSE  
Main....................................................................................................20mm Glass 15A 250V Fast Blow  
Secondary ............................................................................................20mm Glass 3A 250V Fast Blow  
CONTROL & PROGRAMMING  
Data input ................................................................................................ locking 3-pin XLR male socket  
Data output........................................................................................... locking 3-pin XLR female socket  
Data pin configuration ..............................................................................pin 1 shield, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+)  
Protocols........................................................................................................................ DMX-512 USITT  
DMX Channels ................................................................................................................................13/19  
ORDERING INFORMATION  
Constellation..............................................................................................................................DMX-800  
WARRANTY INFORMATION  
Warranty.............................................................................................................. 2-year limited warranty  
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