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1. eas taut AD VEMM M D tas es kusqa ea Sas 0 6 Ibs 0 3 kg POWER External Autoswitching Power Supply 100 240 VAC 50 60 HZ 12 VDC 500 mA Power Consumption 120 V a aaa n 12 W 0 1 A max Power Consumption 230V ue yuuuk uu 24 W 0 1 A max THERMAL Maximum ambient temperature u uu u un um L SS Gs rana harnais assa as 104 F 40 C CONTROL amp PROGRAMMING c 8 locking 3 pin XLR male socket Bieten DERE locking 3 pin XLR female socket Data DIN configil atlOD soe ctor de veto coe a Yi eite i t itas pin 1 shield pin 2 pin 3 PROLOG OMS oct Pct m m USITT DMX512 A DMA One I Ts 6 ORDERING INFORMATION CIES Cont Oller tees pp CTSEQCONTROLLER WARRANTY INFORMATION NV RE UIE ROM REPORT 2 year limited warranty COLORtube 3 0 EQ User Manual Rev 022. 43 Sound Mode SOUND MODE EQ ACTIVE ACTIVE COLOR BACK COLOR SOUND MODE MODE DIPSWITCH Green Red Red Blue 2 Red White 3 Red Black RB Black R Black 7 Green Dot Cyan Dot Blue bt 0 uF Li c pu a 2 Sync Dot Sync Cross 3 Cycle Colors 14 COLORtube 3 0 User Manual Rev 02 Page 18 of 22 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 General Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S POSSIBLE ACTION S e Excessive circuit load e Check total load placed on the electrical circuit Breaker Fuse VN keeps blowing e Short circuit along the power e Ch
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4. 3 0 EQUser Manual Rev 02 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What is included vy v v v WV 1 x COLORtube 3 0 EQ 1 x Power Cable 2 x Mounting Bracket Kit 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 CONVENTION MEANING 10 A DIP switch to be configured lt Menu gt A key to be pressed on the fixture s control panel 1 512 A range of values 50 60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen Settings A menu option not to be modified for example showing the operating mode current status MENU gt Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed ON A value to be entered or selected Icons This manual uses the following icons to indicate information that requires special attention on the part of the user ICONS MEANING This paragraph contains critical
5. CT3EQ Controller Optional Features e 6 channel DMX COLORtube 3 0 EQ controller RGB color mixing with variable strobe rate via stand alone or DMX 7 selectable preset colors plus blackout with variable strobe speeds Built in RGB color fading with variable speeds Built in automatic programs via DMX most with variable speed and or strobe rates Built in sound activated programs via DMX 36 different color combinations Additional Features e Controls up to 225 tubes e Addresses each tube automatically COLORtube 3 0 EQUser Manual Rev 02 Page 5 of 22 Product Overview CT3EQ Controller CT3EQ Controller Microphone DMX LED indicator MODE ENTER button button UP button DOWN button Power Switch DMX Out Sound Sensitivity DMX In DC Power Signal Output Input to Tubes Page 6 of 22 COLORtube 3 0 User Manual Rev 02 Product Overview COLORtube 3 0 EQ Front Side Back Side Signal In Power Out Ha Bj 2 nal Power In Signal Out Power Indicator DIP Switches Sound Sensitivity Microphone COLORtube 3 0 EQ User Manual Rev 02 Page 7 of 22 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 variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used only as a 0 Always connect the fixtur
6. NO Red NO 2 Green NO 3 Blue NO 4 Yellow NO 5 Cyan NO Purple NO 7 White NO 8 3 Color Change DIP7 DIP8 7 Color Change DIP7 DIP 8 10 RainBow DIP7 DIPS I RainBow2 DIP7 DIP8 L 12 3 Color Flow DIP7 DIPS 13 7 Color Flow DIP7 DIPS _ l4 3ColorFlow Roll DIP7 DIPS 15 7 Color Flow Rolll DIP7 DIP8 16 Q 3 Color Flow Fill DIP7 DIP8 17 7Color Flow Filli DIP7 DIPS 18 3 Color Change DIP7 DIP8 19 7 Color Change DIP7 DIPS Page 16 of 22 COLORtube 3 0 EQ User Manual Rev 02 DIP7 DIPS R Flow Gl BCK 20 BCK G Flow W1 DIP7 DIP8 1 2 BCK B Flow 22 RBI DIP7 DIPs BCK W Flow RI DIP7 DIPS BCK N Flow Gl 3 5 2 2 QW BCK N FI 26 BCK N Flow RGlI DIP7 DIPS 27 BCK N 28 Flow WI DIP7 DIPS 3 Color Flow Fill DIP7 DIP8 7 Color Flow Fill DIP7 DIP8 29 30 3 Color Flow Roll2 DIP7 DIP8 3 I2 DIP7 DIPS T 7 Color Flow Rol 32 BCK 33 R Flow G2 DIP7 DIP8 BCK G Flow W2 DIP7 DIPS 34 R2 BCK B Flow 35 BCK W Flow R2 DIP7 DIPS gt N Flow R2 DIP7 DIP8 36 BCK 31 BCK N Flow G2 DIP7 DIP8 38 K N Flow BC 39 RB2 DIP7 DIPS N Flow RG2 DIP7 DIP8 gt BCK 40 W2 DIP7 DIPs BCK N Flow l 4 Page 17 of 22 COLORtube 3 0 User Manual Rev 02 DIP7 DIPs Color Fade 42
7. 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 COLORtube 3 0 EQ User Manual Rev 02 Returns Procedure Claims 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 Your name 2 Your address 3 Your phone number 4 The RMA 5 A brief description of the symptoms 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 responsibi
8. 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 Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on COLORtube 3 0 EQ User Manual Rev 02 2 INTRODUCTION Features 7 user selectable static colors plus blackout via master slave e 36 user selectable automated programs with variable speeds via master slave or optional controller e 15 user selectable EQ modes via master slave e 36 user selectable EQ modes via optional controller e Additional power output max 32 units e 100ft max distance between each tube Includes 2 rail mounted sliding brackets e Mount flush to ceiling wall or to truss with clamps e Center point and balance point marks e best results use the optional CT3EQ Controller Options e CT3EQ Controller e 5 1 5 signal extension cable LED SIG5A 15 ft 4 6 m signal extension cable LED SIG15A
9. 00 100 0 100 Run Flash Speed t the speed of the program from one step to AUTO PROGRAM 1 35 001 100 another 0 100 Set the speed of the strobe se the EQ sound mode EQ SOUND MODE ss i nterva 001 100 the interval between color changing slow fast 0546 100 Set the speed of the program from one step to 000 100 Set a custom color by combining red green and MONJAS a 0 100 blue together FIND TUBES delectine quantity of tubes connected in the series D For best results first power on all of the tubes at the same time simultaneously and then power on the controller COLORtube 3 0 EQUser Manual Rev 02 Page 13 of 22 OPERATION DMX 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 MODE until DMX 512 appears on the LCD screen 2 Press ENTER 3 Using UP and DOWN select the desired DMX address DMX Channel Values 1 2 3 4 5 2 Red Green Blue Dimmer 000 005 000 255 000 255 000 255 Red 006 01 1 Green 012 017 Blue 018 023 000 005 No Strobe No Function 06 255 Strobe Yellow 024 029 Cyan 030 035 Purple 036 041 No Function White 042 047 No Function No Functi
10. 2 227 14 Back Flow W 1 126 131 31 Back Flow G 2 228 233 15 Back B Flow R 1 132 137 32 Back N Flow RB 2 234 239 16 Back W Flow R 1 138 143 33 Back N Flow RG 2 240 245 17 Back Flow R 1 144 149 34 Back N Flow W 2 246 249 Sound Active Mode Channel 2 Values CHANNEL 2 WHEN CHANNEL 1 MODE VALUES ARE 250 255 No Function 000 006 Back W Active B 133 139 Back R Active G 007 013 Back W Active RG 140 146 Back R Active B 014 020 Back W Active GB 147 4153 Back R Active GB 021 027 Back N Active R 154 160 Back R Active RG 028 034 Back N Active G 161 167 Back R Active RB 035 041 Back N Active B 168 174 Back R Active W 042 048 Back N Active RB 175181 Back Active R 049 055 Back N Active RG 182 188 Back G Active B 056 062 Back N Active GB 189 195 Back G Active RG 063 069 Back N Active W 196 202 Back G Active RB 070 076 G amp DOT 203 209 Back G Active W 077 083 GB amp DOT 210 216 Back B Active R 084 090 B amp DOT 217 223 Back B Active G 091 097 SYNC COLORS 224 230 Back B Active RG 098 104 SYNC amp DOT 231 237 Back B Active RB 105 111 SYNC CROSS 238 244 Back B Active W 112 118 CYCLE COLORS 245 251 Back W Active R 119 125 AUTO MOTION 252 255 Back W Active G 126 132 COLORtube 3 0 EQUser Manual Rev 02 Page 15 of 22 Standalone Automatic and Sound Active DIP Switch Settings PROGRAM MODE ACTIVE MODE ACTIVECOLOR RUN SPEED MODE DIPSWITCH 0 Black
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12. COLORtube 3 0 EQ CT3EQ CONTROLLER COLORTUBE Snapshot 3 0 EQ Use on Dimmer oooQo o oo Outdoor Sound Activated Master Slave Autoswitching Power Supply External Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable ooo oo oo Duty Cycle 00000000 1222238832 TL a2 7 a2 784 862704702702 04 led 002902902902 902902 9959 td fHu Hg Oa Oa CG Cb Pha i osa 964 7962 962 ba 64 7 ws toe taloa Hp tg Ru zd rg Pa Cer Fey Pe COLORtube 3 0 EQ CT3EQ Controller Optional N i i inn B Fm TABLE OF CONTENTS t BEFORE YOU BE CIN 222 505 uuu uu u uyu i au 3 VATS ING WUD ED rs 3 CINPAGKING INSTRUCT ONG Re AS tur CM MERI rris ic MM naan auton A DAE iL dd Meroe UE 3 MANDALPISOONVENTI89 S u R 3 CONS ME eee Rts a Iaith A k Di 3 BAPE LY INSTRUCTIONS uuu llu l taa tata watt ty NAM UI M RAM 4 2 INTRODUCTION cece cece ene EL IP EE E 5 AJ un un csc sate u eee T OVPO 5 EAU 5 PRODUCT OVERVIEW C TOEO CONTROLLER tta S DUAE RN GEEK 6 PRODUCT OVERVIEW COLORTU
13. auvetlighting com Fax 954 756 8015 Email tech chauvetlighting com World Wide Web World Wide Web www chauvetlighting com www chauvetlighting co uk COLORtube 3 0 EQUser Manual Rev 02 Page 19 of 22 5 APPENDIX DMX Primer There are 512 channels in a DMX connection Channels may be assigned in any manner 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 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 fi
14. done with a 5 Allen wrench Mounting Bracket Pressure Plate Bolt and Lock Washer COLORtube 3 0 EQ User Manual Rev 02 Page 9 of 22 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 Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line To comply with the EIA 485 standard more than 32 fixtures should be connected on 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 m 1640 ft Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link 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 cabl
15. e to a switched circuit Never connect the fixture to a rheostat to 100 switch 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 A Always connect the fixture to a circuit with a suitable electrical ground Fixture Linking COLORtube 3 0 EQ The COLORtube 3 0 EQ has both signal and power linking Please see the diagram below for a description on how to link these fixtures Signal In Power In N Optional _ 4 9 4 7 1 COLORrmvbe 3 0 FQ COLORO 3 0 EC Page 8 of 22 COLORtube 3 0 User Manual Rev 02 Mounting Orientation The COLORtube 3 0 EQ may be mounted in any safe position Rigging 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 DIP switch access Please see the following steps for installation 1 Attach the bracket 1 or 2 to the mounting point 2 Slide the bottom ridge of the tubes into place as shown in the first diagram below 3 Attach the pressure plate by using the bolt and lock washer that are included This is
16. eck for a short in the electrical wiring internal and or wires external Device does not No power e Check for power on Mains power up e Loose power cord e Check power cord e Wrong DMX addressing e Check Control Panel and unit addressing e Damaged DMX cables e Check DMX cables Fixture is not Wrong polarity settings on the e Check polarity switch settings on the controller DMX Loose DMX cables e Check cable connections Faulty DMX interface Faulty Main PCB e Non DMX cables e Bouncing signals Replace DMX input Replace Main PCB Use only DMX compatible cables Install terminator as suggested e Long cable Low level signal Install amplifier right after fixture with strong signal Loss of signal e Too many fixtures Install an optically coupled DMX splitter after unit 32 e Interference from AC wires e Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions please contact CHAUVET Technical Support Contact Us World Headquarters United Kingdom amp Ireland CHAUVET CHAUVET Europe Ltd General Information General Information Address 5200 NW 108th Avenue Address Unit 1C Sunrise FL 33351 Brookhill Road Industrial Estate Voice 954 929 1115 Pinxton Nottingham UK Fax 954 929 5560 NG16 6NT Toll free 800 762 1084 Voice 44 0 1773 511115 Fax 44 0 1773 511110 Technical Support Technical Support Voice 954 929 1115 Press 4 Email uktech ch
17. es cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances The cable must have the following characteristics shielded 2 conductor twisted pair Type Maximum capacitance between conductors 30 pF ft Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield 55 pF ft Maximum resistance 20 ohms 1000 ft Nominal impedance 100 140 ohms Cable Connectors Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end Resistance 120 ohm 4W between pin 2 DMX and pin 3 DMX on the output of the last fixture DMX connector configuration COMMON 81 OUTPUT 92 hes unm hp m INPUT E tH E E E E E E E he A A t n m A Tu um m A x d e f m v ee ut A To avoid signal transmission problems and interference it is always advisable to connect a DMX signal terminator 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 Page 10 of 22 COLORtube 3 0 User Manual Rev 02 3 Pin to 5 Pin Conversion Chart adapter CHAUVET Model No DMX5M or DMX5F The chart below details a proper cable 4 If you use a controller
18. 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 VO gt This paragraph reminds you of useful although not critical information COLORtube 3 0 EQ User Manual Rev 02 Page 3 of 22 Safety Instructions Page 4 of 22 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
19. lity 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 COLORtube 3 0 EQUser Manual Rev 02 Page 21 of 22 Technical Specifications COLORtube 3 0 EQ WEIGHT amp DIMENSIONS DSS TAT a 39 2 in 995 mm WIG um n a E aero oe ae 4 5 in 114 icio aer 2 9 in 75 mm Uo P 4 lbs 1 8 kg POWER Autoswitching Power Supply r UE VU RR LUE EXE 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Power Consumption 120 V autcm dec MN Reds suas 36 W 0 3 A max Power consomption 230V oos e Oo S eR D osos aaO udo Sa a 24 W 0 1 A max THERMAL Maximum ambient teMperature ccccccccccccssessssseeeseeeeeeeeeeeeaeaueuseseseeeeeeeeeeseseauaaegeeseeeeees 104 F 40 C ORDERING INFORMATION COLORIUDS M 3 0 EQ ao pulito e COLORTUBE3 0EQ WARRANTY INFORMATION EE 1 year limited warranty CT3EQ Controller Optional Page 22 of 22 WEIGHT amp DIMENSIONS OTIC Us E 8 4 in 214 mm WV CT irs taints mt E c E TES 4 6 in 116 mm PNA ETE 1 8 in 47 mm WAI Z22piana my na
20. on Mode 1 4 048 071 000 255 000 005 No Strobe See Chart Below Run Speed 006 255 Strobe Mode 5 21 000 255 I See Chart Below Run Speed Puelo 22 34 174 249 000 255 000 005 No Strobe See Chart Below Run Speed 006 255 Strobe Sound Sound 250 255 Activity Color No Function No Function See Chart Below Change Page 14 of 22 COLORtube 3 0 EQ User Manual Rev 02 Mode Channel DMX Details CHANNEL 1 MODE VALUES 048 249 1 3 Color Change 048 053 18 Back N Flow G 1 150 155 2 7 Color Change 054 059 19 Back N Flow RB 156 161 3 Rainbow 1 060 065 20 Back Flow RG 162 167 4 Rainbow 2 066 071 21 Back N Flow W 168 173 5 3 Color Flow 072 077 22 3 Color Flow Fill 2 174 179 6 7 Color Flow 078 083 23 7 Color Flow Fill 2 180 185 7 3 Color Flow Roll 1 084 089 24 3 Color Flow Roll 2 186 191 8 7 Color Flow Roll 1 090 095 25 7 Color Flow Roll 2 192 197 9 3 Color Flow Fill 1 096 101 26 Back R Flow G 2 198 203 10 7 Color Flow Fill 1 102 107 27 Back G Flow W 2 204 209 11 Color Change 108 113 28 Back B Flow R 2 210 215 12 7 Color Change 114 119 29 Back W Flow R 2 216 221 13 Back R Flow G 1 120 125 30 Back N Flow R 2 22
21. ta on the channel indicated by the starting address For example a fixture that uses seven DMX channels and is addressed to start on DMX channel 100 will read data from channels 100 101 102 103 104 105 and 106 Choose the starting addresses for each fixture so that the channels used do not overlap In addition you should note the starting address selected for future reference The COLORtube 3 0 EQfixture uses six DMX channels If this is your first time using DMX we recommend reading the DMX Primer section in the Appendix Control Panel Functions Access control panel functions using the four buttons located directly underneath the LCD Display on the included wired remote Button Function Used to select the current operating mode as well as back out of the current menu option CT3EQ Controller Used to select increasing advancement in the value Used to select decreasing advancement in the value Used to select a value lt ENTER gt and store it to memory The Control Panel shows the current state of the unit It is used to select the operating mode as well as the sub features For a detailed layout of the control panel functions please see the menu map section on the following page Page 12 of 22 COLORtube 3 0 EQ User Manual Rev 02 MAIN FUNCTION SUB FUNCTION SELECTION INSTRUCTION Select different preset colors as well as the strobe STATIC COLORS speed 0
22. with a 5 pin DMX output connector you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin conversion 3 PIN TO 5 PIN CONVERSION CHART Conductor 3 Pin Female Output 5 Pin Male Input Ground Shield Pin 1 Pin 1 Data signal Pin 2 Pin 2 Data signal Pin 3 Pin 3 Not used Pin 4 Not used Pin 5 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 Universal DMX Controller O 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 H iw x e o 2 2 r m J 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 Description DMX1 5 DMX Cable 1 5 m 4 9 ft DMX4 5 DMX Cable 4 5 m 14 8 ft DMX10 DMX Cable 10 m 32 8 ft Continue the link COLORtube 3 0 EQ User Manual Rev 02 Page 11 of 22 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Configuring the Starting Address Each fixture requires a starting address from 1 512 A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the da
23. xtures 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 General Maintenance Page 20 of 22 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 e 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 e Apply solution to the cloth or tissue and drag dirt and grime to the outside of the lens e 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
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