Chauvet Utility Trailer A User Manual

User Manual  
 
1. BEFORE OU BEGIN  
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What is included  
1 x COLORrail™  
1 x Mounting bracket kit  
1 x Power Cord  
1 x Warranty Card  
1 x 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.  
Manual Conventions  
CHAUVET® manuals use the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information  
from the regular text.  
MEANING  
CONVENTION  
[10]  
<Menu>  
1~512  
50/60  
A DIP switch to be configured  
A key to be pressed on the fixture’s control panel  
A range of values  
A set of values of which only one can be chosen  
A menu option not to be modified (for example, showing the operating  
mode/current status)  
Settings  
MENU >  
Settings  
A sequence of menu options to be followed  
A value to be entered or selected  
ON  
Icons  
This manual uses the following icons to indicate information that requires special attention on the  
part of the user.  
MEANING  
ICONS  
This paragraph contains critical installation, configuration or operation  
information. Failure to comply with this information may render the fixture  
partially or completely inoperative, cause damage to the fixture or cause  
harm to the user.  
This paragraph contains important installation or configuration information.  
Failure to comply with this information may prevent the fixture from  
functioning correctly.  
This paragraph reminds you of useful, although not critical, information.  
1. Before You Begin  
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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.  
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 20 in (50 cm)  
from adjacent surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.  
Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to  
replace with same fuse source.  
Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain.  
Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° 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.  
Never 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.  
Never carry the fixture directly from the cord. Always use the hanging/mounting  
bracket.  
Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.  
1. Before You Begin  
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2. INTRODUCTION  
Photometrics  
The field and beam angles provided refer to a single section of the COLORrail™ fixture. When  
calculating the coverage of the product for a specific application, consider that the total output of the  
fixture will not be circular, but rather oval-shaped. This is due to the rectangular design of the  
fixture.  
2. Introduction  
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Product Overview  
Control Panel  
DMX In  
Power Out  
DMX Out  
Power In  
2. Introduction  
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3. SETUP  
AC Power  
This fixture runs on 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Before powering on the unit, make sure the line  
voltage to which you are connecting it is within the range of accepted voltages.  
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  
indicates its average current draw under normal conditions.  
Always connect the fixture to a switched circuit. Never connect the fixture to a rheostat  
sed only  
Po
put cable.  
Additional power  
link out  
version  
tributor  
ailability  
country/region.  
3. Setup  
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Mounting  
Orientation  
The COLORrailmay 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 hanging clamp. The hole in each bracket is 13 mm  
in size. When rigging, consider routine maintenance and control panel access. Please see the  
following notes on installation.  
If the power link out is intended to be used with multiple fixture, take into account the  
length of each power cable, and mount the fixtures close enough to one another to  
accommodate for this.  
When aiming the fixtures, you may use the bracket/yoke adjustment knob(s). Loosen  
the knob(s), adjust to the desired angle, and then tighten the knob(s) by turning  
clockwise. Do not use tools for this step, as it may cause damage.  
Safety cables must always be used.  
Yoke Adjustment  
Knob  
Mounting Bracket  
Mounting Yoke  
Yoke Adjustment  
Knob  
Mounting Bracket  
(1 of 2)  
Bracket Adjustment  
Knob  
3. Setup  
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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Menu Map  
MENU  
SELECTION 1  
SELECTION 2  
DESCRIPTION  
DMX Address  
DMX starting address  
d001~512  
2 channel, automatic program + speed DMX  
mode  
CH-2  
3 channel, RGB DMX mode  
CH-3  
CH-4  
CH-7  
CH-14  
CH-26  
DMX Address/  
Personality  
4 channel, RGB+dimmer DMX mode  
7 channel, single section RGB DMX mode  
14 channel, 4 section RGB DMX mode  
26 channel, 8 section RGB DMX mode  
Slave receive mode  
Personality  
Slave  
SLAv  
SU**  
Sound mode  
Sound Mode  
Microphone sensitivity (low~high)  
00~31  
R000~255  
G000~255  
B000~255  
02~20  
01~99, FL  
00~99  
Red, green, blue static color mixing mode. Mix  
each color to create a custom mix  
Static Color  
Colr  
Program selection  
Program speed (low~high, full)  
Fade time  
Pr**  
SP**  
Fd**  
FS**  
Pr**  
SP**  
Fd**  
FS**  
1***  
Program Selection  
(Pr02~20)  
Strobe speed  
00~99  
Program selection  
Program speed (low~high, full)  
Fade time  
01, 21, 22  
01~99, FL  
00~99  
Strobe speed  
00~99  
Background color  
No color  
1Off  
1--r  
1-rg  
1--g  
1-gb  
1--b  
1-rb  
1rgb  
Red  
Yellow  
Green  
Cyan  
Program Selection  
(Pr01, 21, 22)  
These 3 Programs  
have been listed in  
a separate section,  
because they have  
unique options  
Blue  
Magenta  
White  
Foreground color  
No Color  
Red  
2***  
available  
1Off  
2--r  
2-rg  
2--g  
2-gb  
2--b  
2-rb  
2rgb  
Yellow  
Green  
Cyan  
Blue  
Magenta  
White  
Number of times to repeat each program until  
continuing on to the next program  
Program speed (low~high, full)  
Fade time  
n***  
000~100  
Automatic Mode  
SP**  
Fd**  
FS**  
01~99, FL  
00~99  
00~99  
(AUTO)  
Strobe speed  
4. Operating Instructions  
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Configuring the Starting Address  
The COLORrailfixture uses up to 26 DMX channels. In this DMX configuration/personality, the  
highest channel that the fixture may be set to in order to function properly is 487. Any address  
higher than this will prevent access to all of the channels, while in this mode; however, if you  
desire to use one of the other DMX channels configurations (personalities), then please consider  
the total DMX channels when selecting a DMX address.  
The COLORrailfixture uses 26, 14, 7, 4, 3, or 2 DMX channels, depending on the selected  
DMX configuration (personality). If this is your first time using DMX, we recommend reading the  
“DMX Primer” section in the “Appendix”.  
DMX Operation  
This is the operating mode which 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” of this manual.  
1. Press <MENU> until d001~512appears on the LED screen.  
2. Using <UP> and <DOWN>, select the starting address.  
3. Press < ENTER > until one of the DMX personalities appears on the LED screen  
(
2-CH, 3-CH, 4-CH, 7-CH, 14-CH, 26-CH).  
4. Using <UP> and <DOWN>, select the desired DMX personality.  
5. Press <ENTER>.  
The text on the screen will flash when there is a no DMX signal present, or if the DMX  
address is higher than the maximum for the DMX personality.  
Only connect 32 fixtures to a single DMX daisy chain!  
Master/Slave Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode)  
This mode allows a single unit, the master, to operate in one of the standalone modes, while one  
or more fixtures, slaves, synchronize their responses to the master.  
Master:  
The master fixture may be set in any of the following modes: Program Selection, Automatic  
Mode, Static Color, or Sound Mode.  
Slave:  
1. Press <MENU> until SLAuappears on the LED screen.  
2. Press < ENTER >.  
Only connect 31 slave fixtures when operating in this mode!  
4. Operating Instructions  
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Automatic  
This fixture has preprogrammed chases. In this mode, the fixture will scroll through each of the  
different programs. You may determine the number of times a single program will play before  
moving on to the next program, using n001~100  
.
Access this mode via the control panel on the back of the fixture. The speed and fade times may  
be adjusted, as well. Please see the chart below for further explanation.  
1. Press <MENU> until AUTOappears on the LED screen.  
2. Press <ENTER> to cycle through the different playback modification. See the “Menu  
Map” for details on the different selections that are available.  
3. Using <UP> and <DOWN>, modify each setting at a time.  
Program Selection  
This fixture has 22 preprogrammed chases.  
Access these via the control panel on the back of the fixture. The speed and fade times may be  
adjusted, as well. Please see the chart below for further explanation.  
1. Press <MENU> until Pr** appears on the LED screen.  
2. Press <ENTER>  
3. Using <UP> and <DOWN>, select the desired program (01~22).  
4. Press <ENTER> to cycle through the different playback modifications. See the “Menu  
Map” for details on the different selections that are available.  
5. Using <UP> and <DOWN>, modify each setting at a time.  
Programs 01, 21, and 22 have unique options available. For this reason, they have been  
listed in a separate section in the “Menu Map”. The available options allow you to select  
one of 7 preset colors for both the background and the foreground.  
Sound-Active  
This fixture has a preprogrammed, sound triggered chase.  
Access this via the control panel on the back of the fixture. Adjust the microphone sensitivity from  
the control panel. Please see the chart below for further explanation.  
1. Press <MENU> until SU** appears on the LED screen.  
2. Press <ENTER>.  
3. Using <UP> and <DOWN>, select the microphone sensitivity (00~31).  
4. Press <ENTER>.  
Static Color  
This unit has a standalone mode capable of custom color mixing without using a DMX controller.  
This is a static mode.  
Access this mode via the control panel, which is located on the back of the fixture. Each of the 3  
color may be mixed with different intensities. Please see the chart below for further explanation.  
1. Press <MENU> until Colrappears on the LED screen.  
2. Press <ENTER> to scroll through the three different colors (red, green, blue).  
3. Using <UP> and <DOWN>, modify the intensity of each of the colors, until the desired  
color has been achieved (000~255).  
4. Press <ENTER>.  
4. Operating Instructions  
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DMX Channel Values  
26-CH Mode  
CHANNEL  
VALUE  
FUNCTION  
CHANNEL  
14  
VALUE  
FUNCTION  
Master Dimmer  
Red (section 5)  
1
000 Ù 255 0%~100%  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Red (section 1)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Green (section 5)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
2
3
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
Green (section 1)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Blue (section 5)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Blue (section 1)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Red (section 6)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
4
Red (section 2)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Green (section 6)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
5
Green (section 2)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Blue (section 6)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
6
Blue (section 2)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Red (section 7)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
7
Red (section 3)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Green (section 7)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
8
Green (section 3)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Blue (section 7)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
9
Blue (section 3)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Red (section 8)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
10  
11  
12  
Red (section 4)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Green (section 8)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Green (section 4)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Blue (section 8)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Strobe  
Blue (section 4)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
13  
26  
000 Ù 000 No Function  
001 Ù 255 Strobe 1~100%  
Section 2  
Section 4  
Section 6  
Section 8  
Section 1  
Section 3  
Section 5  
Section 7  
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14-CH Mode  
CHANNEL  
1
VALUE  
FUNCTION  
CHANNEL  
8
VALUE  
FUNCTION  
Master Dimmer  
Red (section 3)  
000 Ù 255 0%~100%  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Red (section 1)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Green (section 3)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
2
3
4
5
6
9
Green (section 1)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Blue (section 3)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
10  
11  
12  
13  
Blue (section 1)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Red (section 4)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Red (section 2)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Green (section 4)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Green (section 2)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Blue (section 4)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Strobe  
Blue (section 2)  
000 Ù 255 Dimmer: 0%~100%  
7
14  
000 Ù 000 No Function  
001 Ù 255 Strobe 1~100%  
Section 2  
Section 4  
Section 1  
Section 3  
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7-CH Mode  
CHANNEL  
1
VALUE  
000 Ù 255  
000 Ù 255  
000 Ù 255  
000 Ù 255  
FUNCTION  
Master Dimmer  
0%~100%  
Red  
2
3
4
Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Green  
Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Blue  
Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Color Macro  
No Function  
Red  
Yellow  
Green  
Cyan  
Blue  
Purple  
White  
Auto Program 1  
Auto Program 2  
Auto Program 3  
Auto Program 4  
Auto Program 5  
Auto Program 6  
Auto Program 7  
Auto Program 8  
Auto Program 9  
Auto Program 10  
Auto Program 11  
Auto Program 12  
Auto Program 13  
Auto Program 14  
Auto Program 15  
Auto Program 16  
Auto Program 17  
Auto Program 18  
Auto Program 19  
Auto Program 20  
Auto Program 21  
Sound Mode  
000 Ù 007  
008 Ù 015  
016 Ù 023  
024 Ù 031  
032 Ù 039  
040 Ù 047  
048 Ù 055  
056 Ù 063  
064 Ù 071  
072 Ù 079  
080 Ù 087  
088 Ù 095  
096 Ù 103  
104 Ù 111  
112 Ù 119  
120 Ù 127  
128 Ù 135  
136 Ù 143  
144 Ù 151  
152 Ù 159  
160 Ù 167  
168 Ù 175  
176 Ù 183  
184 Ù 191  
192 Ù 199  
200 Ù 207  
208 Ù 215  
216 Ù 223  
224 Ù 231  
232 Ù 255  
5
Auto Program Speed (When CH.5 is between 64~231)  
0%~100%  
6
7
000 Ù 255  
Strobe  
000 Ù 000 No Function  
001 Ù 255 Strobe 1~100%  
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4-CH Mode  
CHANNEL  
1
VALUE  
000 Ù 255  
000 Ù 255  
000 Ù 255  
000 Ù 255  
FUNCTION  
Master Dimmer  
0%~100%  
Red  
2
3
4
Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Green  
Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Blue  
Dimmer: 0%~100%  
3-CH Mode  
CHANNEL  
1
VALUE  
000 Ù 255  
000 Ù 255  
000 Ù 255  
FUNCTION  
Red  
Dimmer: 0%~100%  
Green  
Dimmer: 0%~100%  
2
3
Blue  
Dimmer: 0%~100%  
2-CH Mode  
CHANNEL  
VALUE  
FUNCTION  
Color Macro  
No Function  
Red  
Yellow  
Green  
Cyan  
Blue  
Purple  
White  
Auto Program 1  
Auto Program 2  
Auto Program 3  
Auto Program 4  
Auto Program 5  
Auto Program 6  
Auto Program 7  
Auto Program 8  
Auto Program 9  
Auto Program 10  
Auto Program 11  
Auto Program 12  
Auto Program 13  
Auto Program 14  
Auto Program 15  
Auto Program 16  
Auto Program 17  
Auto Program 18  
Auto Program 19  
Auto Program 20  
Auto Program 21  
Sound Mode  
000 Ù 007  
008 Ù 015  
016 Ù 023  
024 Ù 031  
032 Ù 039  
040 Ù 047  
048 Ù 055  
056 Ù 063  
064 Ù 071  
072 Ù 079  
080 Ù 087  
088 Ù 095  
096 Ù 103  
104 Ù 111  
112 Ù 119  
120 Ù 127  
128 Ù 135  
136 Ù 143  
144 Ù 151  
152 Ù 159  
160 Ù 167  
168 Ù 175  
176 Ù 183  
184 Ù 191  
192 Ù 199  
200 Ù 207  
208 Ù 215  
216 Ù 223  
224 Ù 231  
232 Ù 255  
1
Auto Program Speed (When CH.1 is between 64~231)  
0%~100%  
2
000 Ù 255  
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5. APPENDIX  
General Troubleshooting  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S  
)
POSSIBLE ACTION(S)  
Check total load placed on the  
electrical circuit.  
Excessive circuit load  
Breaker/Fuse  
keeps blowing  
Short circuit along the power  
wires  
Check for a short in the electrical  
wiring (internal and/or external).  
No power  
Loose power cord  
Check for power on Mains.  
Check power cord  
Device does not  
power up  
Check Control Panel and unit  
addressing  
Wrong DMX addressing  
Damaged DMX cables  
Wrong polarity settings on the  
controller  
Check DMX cables  
Check polarity switch settings on  
the controller  
Fixture is not  
responding to DMX  
Loose DMX cables  
Faulty DMX interface  
Faulty Main PCB  
Check cable connections  
Replace DMX input  
Replace Main PCB  
Non DMX cables  
Bouncing signals  
Use only DMX compatible cables  
Install terminator as suggested.  
Install amplifier right after fixture  
with strong signal.  
Install an optically coupled DMX  
splitter after unit #32.  
Long cable / Low level signal  
Too many fixtures  
Loss of signal  
Keep DMX cables separated from  
power cables or black lights.  
Interference from AC wires  
If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET®  
Technical Support.  
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DMX Primer  
There are 512 channels in a DMX connection. A fixture capable of receiving DMX 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 all  
respond exactly the same.  
DMX fixtures are designed to receive data through a 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 DMX data 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+).  
Fixture Linking (Daisy Chain)  
You will need a daisy chain to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX 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 daisy chain determines the number  
of fixtures the data link can support.  
To comply with the EIA-485 standard, do not connect more than 32 fixtures on one daisy  
chain. Connecting more than 32 fixtures on one daisy chain without the use of a DMX  
optically-isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal.  
Maximum recommended cable distance: 500 m (1640 ft)  
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.  
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 must have the following characteristics:  
Type:  
shielded, 2-conductor twisted pair  
30 pF/ft  
Maximum capacitance between conductors:  
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield:  
Maximum resistance:  
Nominal impedance:  
55 pF/ft  
20 ohms/1000 ft  
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.  
DMX connector configuration  
COMMON  
DMX +  
1
3
1
3
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
2
2
DMX  
-
Terminator  
To avoid signal transmission problems  
and interference, it is always advisable to  
connect a DMX signal terminator.  
1
3
2
120 ohm ¼ W resistor  
between pin 2 (DMX -) and  
pin 3 (DMX +) on the  
output of the last fixture  
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.  
Setting the Starting Address  
This DMX mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. Each fixture requires a  
start address from 1~512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the  
data on the channel indicated by the start address. For example, a fixture that uses six DMX  
channels and was addressed to start on DMX channel 100, would read data from channels: 100,  
101, 102, 103, 104, and 105. Choose start addresses so that the channels used do not overlap,  
and note the start address selected for future reference.  
If this is your first time addressing a fixture using the DMX control protocol, we suggest jumping  
to the “Appendix” section and reading the heading “DMX Primer”. It contains very useful  
information that will help you understand its use.  
5. Appendix  
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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:  
3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART  
Conductor  
3-Pin Female (Output)  
Pin 1  
5-Pin Male (Input)  
Pin 1  
Ground/Shield  
Data ( - ) signal  
Data ( + ) signal  
Not used  
Pin 2  
Pin 3  
Pin 2  
Pin 3  
Pin 4  
Pin 5  
Not used  
Setting up a DMX Daisy Chain  
1. Connect the (male) 3-pin connector side of  
the DMX cable to the output (female) 3-pin  
connector of the controller.  
Universal DMX 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  
3. Then, proceed to connect from the output as  
stated above to the input of the following  
fixture and so on.  
provides a general  
illustration of the  
DMX input/output  
panel of a lighting  
fixture.  
Continue the link  
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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.  
Clean all lenses when the fixture is cool 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 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 surroundings can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the  
unit’s optics. Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid. Clean the external optics at  
least every 20 days. Clean the fixture at least every 30/60 days.  
Always dry the parts carefully after cleaning them.  
Never spin a fan using compressed air.  
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 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. Be sure to pack fixture properly; any shipping damage  
resulting from inadequate packaging is the customer’s responsibility. As a suggestion, proper  
UPS packing or double-boxing is always a safe method to use. CHAUVET® reserves the right to  
use its own discretion to repair or replace product(s).  
If you are given an RMA #, please include the following information on a piece of paper  
inside the box:  
1)  
2)  
3)  
4)  
5)  
Your name  
Your address  
Your phone number  
The RMA #  
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..................................................................................................................3 in (76 mm)  
Width..........................................................................................................42.2 in (1,071 mm)  
Height.................................................................................................................6 in (152 mm)  
Weight................................................................................................................. 4.4 lbs (2 kg)  
POWER  
Auto-ranging power supply............................................................... 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz  
Power consumption @ 120 V .................................................37 W (0.5 A) max, 0.2 A inrush  
Power consumption @ 230 V .................................................36 W (0.3 A) max, 0.2 A inrush  
Power output........................................................................................................15 units max  
LIGHT SOURCE  
Type..............................................................................................................................10 mm  
Quantity.........................................................................320 total (128 red, 96 green, 96 blue)  
Rating (red, green, blue)................................................................(¼ W) 20 mA, 100,000 hrs  
PHOTO OPTIC  
Lux ......................................................................................................................... 770 @ 1 m  
Beam angle.........................................................................................................................13°  
Field angle ..........................................................................................................................20°  
INDOOR/OUTDOOR  
Rating........................................................................................................ For indoor use only  
THERMAL  
Maximum ambient temperature........................................................................104° F (40° C)  
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 (user-configurable) ............................................................ 2, 3, 4, 7, 14 or 26  
ORDERING INFORMATION  
COLORrail™....................................................................................................... COLORRAIL  
WARRANTY INFORMATION  
Warranty ..............................................................................................2-year limited warranty  
 
CONTACT US  
World Wide  
General Information  
CHAUVET®  
5200 NW 108th Ave  
Sunrise, FL 33351  
voice: 954.929.1115  
fax:  
954.929.5560  
toll free: 800.762.1084  
Technical Support  
World Wide Web  
CHAUVET®  
5200 NW 108th Ave  
Sunrise, FL 33351  
voice: 954.929.1115 (Press 4)  
fax:  
954.929.5560 (Attention: Service)  
 

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