User Manual - CHAUVET® Lighting
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1. 1 Connect the male 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output female 3 pin connector of the controller 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 Then proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on Universal DMX Controller This drawing provides a general illustration of the DMX input output panel of a lighting fixture DMX OUT OMX IN Continue the link DMX Primer General Maintenance D 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 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 e Apply solution to the cloth or tissue and drag dirt and grime to the outside of the len2. ORDERING INFORMATION Abyss M BED 9 0 cn arp e e TER ERE ue Re TEE EH Rte trang ABYSSLED3 0 WARRANTY INFORMATION Warranty sus M M 2 year limited warranty Technical Specifications 14 CONTACT US World Wide General Information Technical Support World Wide Web CHAUVET 5200 NW 108 Ave Sunrise FL 33351 voice 954 929 1115 fax 954 929 5560 toll free 800 762 1084 CHAUVET 5200 NW 108 Ave Sunrise FL 33351 voice 954 929 1115 Press 4 fax 954 929 5560 Attention Service www chauvetlighting com Technical Specifications 15
3. color static 4 ON 4 The DIP switches will not work together Only use one out of the 4 modes listed above the color wheel is moving When the color wheel rotates to the desired color switch the fixture into a mode that does NOT have the color wheel moving DIP switch 1 or 2 DMX Channel Values 4 If you desire a specific static color such as yellow then switch the unit into a mode where CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION 1 Dimmer 000 amp 255 0 100 Control 000 063 Water effect rotating color rotating 2 064 127 Water effect static color rotating 128 amp 191 Water effect rotating color static 192 amp 255 Water effect static color static 4 Operating Instructions 8 5 APPENDIX General Troubleshooting 5 Appendix D SYMPTOM Breaker Fuse keeps blowing PossIBLE CAUSE S Excessive circuit load Short circuit along the power wires POSSIBLE ACTION S Check total load placed on the electrical circuit Check for a short in the electrical wiring internal and or external Device does not power up No power Loose power cord Check for power on Mains Check power cord Fixture is not responding to DMX Wrong DMX addressing Damaged DMX cables Wrong polarity settings on the controller Loose DMX cables Faulty DMX interface Faulty Main PCB Check Control Panel and unit addressing Check DMX cables Check polarity switch settings on the controller
4. 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 D 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 DMX Primer 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 gr
5. Abyss LED 3 0 User Manual Valve Innovation Performance TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN ec 3 WHAT IS INCLUDED UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS dez ange EN 6 Power LKIM PED E 6 Le MINER REPRE O o o mM 7j ERE u eem 7 Romer 7 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS EPE DEDE ED ae a EE r Ara EDEN Ene nerne dress 8 CONFIGURING THE STARTING ADDRESS ee e e m b n e b n d P E bt Et tree ces 8 DMX 9 ruv H E TESS TRES 8 Master Slave Mode Standalone essent trennen AV Er ttt ttt aiara ta tette ttti svar ttes ttt DEFA TATE 8 Standalone 2M taba Stet NA M ses tea UE Mo D Tinte MATT MAL o MATRIS LIN A EDO I NDA IERI ET 8 B PSe T NIB NUCRMMMMMMMMMMMMMEMMMEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEMMMM 8 LENS e E 9 GENERAL TROUBEESHOOTING KNEET 9 DMX PRIMER re FIXTURE LINKING DAISY CHAIN sevice 25 1 EA tnr te cepere eee ee ier dates Rangers erne erne 10 DATA CABLING eseverrevervrserererrevererrererersesererserererseversrserererseversrserersrseversrserersrseverseserersereverseserersesererseserersrseverseseverssseversesererseseverseseverseser DMX Data Cable T CABLE CONNECTORS 4 eerte trece er tro see tbe cc ete a tete t te te e t tre ie
6. Check cable connections Replace DMX input Replace Main PCB Loss of signal Non DMX cables Bouncing signals Long cable Low level signal Too many fixtures Interference from AC wires Use only DMX compatible cables e Install terminator as suggested Install amplifier right after fixture with strong signal Install an optically coupled DMX splitter after unit 32 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 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
7. ade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference DMX Data Cable Use a BeldenO 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 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 DMX connector configuration COMMON 91 3 OUTPUT 2 INPUT e9990900000000000009 ooc00c0000000000009090 9 e 90e06090000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000909000009 e9990990000000000000090000000000000000000000000000090000000000090999 P Terminator To avoid signal transmission problems and interference it is always advisable to connect a DMX signal terminator 120 ohm AW resistor between pin 2 DMX and pin 3 DMX on the output of the last fixture e c000cs00000009000900090 N ooo0cc000000000000000009 e 9 00600000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000090000000000009 the common can cause a ground loop and your fixture may perform erratically Test cables with an ohm me
8. d Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord Never carry the product directly from the cord Always use the hanging mounting bracket Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on 2 INTRODUCTION Product Overview Mounting Bracket NS DMX In DIP Switches Safety Power Out Bracket Bracket Adjustment Knob Adjustment Knob pr m bli Power In milli DMX Out Fuse holder 2 Introduction 5 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 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 variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used only i Always connect the fixture to a switched circuit Never connect the fixture to a rheostat as a 0 to 100 switch VAN Always connect the fixture to a circuit with a suitable electrical ground Power Linking This fixture contains power linking via the Edison outlet located in front of the power input cable Please see the diagram below for further explanation The maximum quantity of Abyss LED 3 0 fixtures that may be lin
9. damage e Safety cables must always be used Mounting bracket Do not use a tool on the bracket adjustment knob nun OT HT NING Manual focus adjustment 3 Setup 7 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Configuring the Starting Address The Abyss LED 3 0 fixture uses two DMX channels The highest channel that the fixture may be set to in order to function properly is 511 Any address higher than this will prevent access to all of the channels 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 Mode DIP switches DMX 179 set to the DMX starting address 10 On Master Slave Mode Standalone This mode allows a single unit to auto change in Standalone Mode Turn switch to the Slave position on the slave units and they will react the same as the Master The Master must be set to standalone mode Mode DIP switches Slave 1 102 On Standalone This fixture has preprogrammed operating modes These are accessed via the DIP switches on the back of the fixture DIP switch 10 must be OFF in this mode Please see the chart below for further explanation Mode DIP switches Water effect rotating color rotating 12 ON Water effect static color rotating 2 ON Water effect rotating color static 3 ON Water effect static
10. inside the box 1 Your name 2 Your address 3 Your phone number 4 The RMA 5 A brief description of the symptoms TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS WEIGHT amp DIMENSIONS Eengtli niei enne frr rre N E e ie 9 6 in 243 mm Width 10 2 in 260 mm Height sur C orde AT ERE bE SEE SER 7 4 in 188 mm Weight 6 Ibs 2 7 kg POWER Auto ranging power supply eeeseeeeeeeenennnenenenn 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Power consumption 9 120 V ssssssseeneen 27 W 0 3 A max 0 2 A inrush Power consumption 9 230 V sssssssseeneen 24 W 0 2 A max 0 2 A inrush Power linking eene Max 8 A 24 units at 120 V 37 units at 230 V LIGHT SOURCE M c aat Quantity Rating white PHOTO OPTIC Coverage anjgle uinnskrenket iet dee E 30 INDOOR OUTDOOR ato For indoor use only THERMAL Maximum ambient temperature essen nennen 104 F 40 C CONTROL amp PROGRAMMING Data inputs arenaen utro MEO WU GU ee locking 3 pin XLR female socket Data output locking 3 pin XLR male socket Data pin configuration wasrasornrvrnvvrnnnvennvrnnvvenvnrnrnvnnrnrenvvenenen pin 1 shield pin 2 pin 3 ProtoCol coder nette C iater Er EE ener Eee eire ri even DMX 512 USITT DMX Channels rcc tede tet evt sla Dat ede ee I HL eade M ID eg Dee 2
11. ked is 24 units at 120 V and 37 units at 230 V ER Fixture 1 Fixture 2 Fixture 3 SNL SN PS Addiiona power link out The power linking shown in this document is for the Chauvet amp North American version ONLY Therefore it is the customer s responsibility to check with the Dealer Distributor AN regarding power linking on the local version of the product Connections and availability may change depending on the power requirements and or regulations of each country region 3 Setup 6 Mounting Orientation The Abyss LED 3 0 may be mounted in any position provided there is adequate room for ventilation Rigging Be sure that the structure can support the weight of the fixture Please see the Technical Specifications section of this manual for a detailed weight listing Mount the fixture securely This may be done with a screw nut and bolt or a 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 e 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 e When aiming the fixtures you may use the bracket adjustment knob Loosen the knob adjust to the desired angle and then tighten the knob by turning clockwise Do not use tools for this step as it may cause
12. ng components or parts damage not related to shipping or concealed damage you should make claims to CHAUVET within seven 7 days of receiving the merchandise Manual Conventions CHAUVETO manuals use the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information from regular text CONVENTION MEANING 10 A DIP switch to be configured Menu A key to be pressed on the fixture s control panel 17512 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 Icons A value to be entered or selected This manual uses the following icons to indicate information requiring special attention ICONS MEANING 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 en 1 Before You Begin This paragraph reminds you of useful information Safety Instructions Please read these instructions carefully It includes importa
13. nt information about the installation usage and maintenance of this product 1 Before You Begin Please keep this User Manual for future reference 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 product while operating The product 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 s before servicing or replacing the fuse and be sure to replace with same fuse source Secure fixture to a fastening device using a safety chain Maximum ambient temperature Ta is 104 F 40 C Do not operate this product at temperatures higher than this In the event of a serious operating problem stop using the unit immediately Never try to repair the unit 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 damage
14. s 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 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 N Never spin a fan using compressed air Returns Procedure Maintenance Returns 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 3t Products returned without the RMA ft 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 CHAUVETO reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace product s If you are given an RMA Z please include the following information on a piece of paper
15. ter 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 D Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture s chassis ground Grounding 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 DMX Primer 11 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 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 Daisy Chain
16. ttp c to t bere tta been ec cech b Sock 11 SETTING THE STARTING ADDRESS ciet ene need ette te Ce E E e CEP D E HERE FREU e c Et 11 3 Pin to 5 Pin Conversion Chart An Setting Up a DMX Daisy Chains ettet eee ree eo dea e ede dete ette veter 12 GENERAL MAINTENANCE REM 13 RETURNS PROCEDURE a e teette EE EEA E EE TATAE EAEE P da ie HERE re P E re ge EY 13 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS EL En asso soar a eriin Feds nca rada Rana ae ERR Raga ER CRY 14 CONTAGT mec 15 CHAUVET 2011 All Rights Reserved Information and specifications in this User Manual are subject to change without notice CHAUVET assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual Author Alberto Diaz Revision 01a 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What is Included 1 x Abyss LED 3 0 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 included and received in good condition Claims If the container or the material inside the container this product and any accessory included appears damaged from shipping or shows signs of mishandling contact the shipper immediately not CHAUVET upon receipt Failure to do so in a timely manner may invalidate your claim with the carrier In addition retain the container and all the packing material for inspection For other issues such as missi
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