Chauvet Projector Accessories Projector Accessories User Manual

User Manual  
 
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN  
What is included  
1 x 6SPOT™  
1 x Mounting 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  
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.  
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 20in (50cm)  
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  
Product Overview  
Microphone  
Control Panel  
(LED Display)  
DMX Out  
DMX In  
Power In  
Back Panel  
Fuseholder  
Power Out  
Microphone  
Adjustment  
Tripod Stand  
Fastening Knob  
2. Introduction  
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3. SETUP  
AC Power  
This fixture is auto-ranging and runs on 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz 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  
indicates its average current draw under normal conditions.  
Always connect the fixture to a switched circuit. Never connect the fixture to a rheostat  
(variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used only  
as a 0 to 100% switch.  
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 6SPOT™s that may be linked is 18 units @ 120V, 33 units @  
230V  
Fixture #1  
Fixture #2  
Fixture #3  
Additional power  
link out  
The power linking shown in this document is for the CHAUVET® North American version  
ONLY! Therefore, it is the customer’s responsibility to check with the Dealer/Distributor  
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  
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Mounting  
Orientation  
The 6SPOT™ may be mounted in any position, provided there is adequate room for ventilation.  
Rigging  
This fixture has multiple rigging options. They are as follows:  
Floor Standing (using the two mounting/standing brackets)  
Hanging (using the two mounting/standing brackets)  
Hanging (using the two hanging clamp Mounting points)  
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 mounting clamp.  
The hole in each bracket is 13 mm in diameter.  
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 fixtures, 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, use the bracket/yoke adjustment knobs. Loosen the knobs,  
adjust to the desired angle, and then tighten the knobs by turning them clockwise. Do  
not use tools for this step, as it may cause damage.  
Safety cables must always be used!  
Pod Adjustment Knob  
Fixture Adjustment  
Knob (2)  
Hanging Clamp  
Mounting Point (2)  
Mounting/Standing  
Bracket (2)  
3. Setup  
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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Using the Control Panel  
Access control panel functions using the four buttons located directly underneath the LED display.  
BUTTON  
FUNCTION  
Used to scroll through the current  
operating mode, as well as back  
out of the current menu option  
<MODE>  
<UP>  
Used to select a increasing value  
Used to select an decreasing  
value  
<DOWN>  
Used to activate a selection and  
store it to memory  
<ENTER>  
Menu Map  
Mode  
Selection 1  
Selection 2  
Description  
Addr  
DMX Operation  
Select the DMX starting address  
DMX Mode  
d001~d512  
Slave  
Operation  
SLAU  
H-  
Slave  
Invert the operation (pod 1 becomes pod 6)  
Select YES to activate this function  
Trigger the built-in program to the beat of the  
music, using the internal microphone  
Trigger the built-in programs with variable  
speed  
Invert  
No~YES  
rUn  
Sound-active  
SoUd  
P-  
Automatic  
P-_1~10  
S 01~S100  
Select one of the built-in programs  
Adjust the speed of the automatic program  
Configuring the Starting Address  
The 6SPOT™ fixture uses up to eight DMX channels.In this DMX configuration/personality, the  
highest configurable address is 505. 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 configurations  
(personalities), please consider the total DMX channels when selecting a DMX address.  
If this is your first time using DMX, we recommendreading the “DMX Primer” section in the  
“Appendix”.  
4. Operating Instructions  
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Operation  
DMX Operation  
This operating mode 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.  
Please see the instructions below for details on this mode.  
1. Plug the fixture into power.  
2. Plug a DMX controller into the fixture in a daisy chain configuration.  
3. Press <MODE> until Addr appears on the LED screen.  
4. Press <ENTER>.  
5. Using <UP>&<DOWN>, select the DMX starting address.  
6. Press <ENTER>.  
DMX Channel Values  
CHANNEL  
VALUE  
FUNCTION  
Pod 1  
000 010 Blackout  
011045 Red  
046080 Green  
081115 Blue  
1
116150 Yellow  
151185 Magenta  
186220 Cyan  
221255 White  
Pod 2 (run speed when CH.8 is between 011~239)  
000 010 Blackout  
011045 Red  
046080 Green  
081115 Blue  
2
116150 Yellow  
151185 Magenta  
186220 Cyan  
221255 White  
Pod 3~6  
000 010 Blackout  
011045 Red  
046080 Green  
081115 Blue  
3~6  
116150 Yellow  
151185 Magenta  
186220 Cyan  
221255 White  
Strobe  
7
000009 No function  
010255 Strobe (slow~fast)  
Mode  
000010 Individual pod control with strobing (channels 1~7)  
011047 Automatic 1  
048095 Automatic 2  
096119 Automatic 3  
8
120144 Automatic 4  
145167 Automatic 5  
168191 Automatic 6  
192215 Automatic 7  
216239 Automatic 8  
240255 Sound-active  
4. Operating Instructions  
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Master/Slave Mode (Sound-Active)  
This mode allows a single unit, the master, to operate in either automatic or sound-active mode.  
When additional (slave) fixtures are daisy chained to the master, they will all synchronize with the  
master and run the same lighting show.  
Please see the instructions below for details on this mode.  
Master:  
1. Place the master fixture first in the daisy chain.  
2. Set the master fixture to operate in either automatic or sound-active mode; please see  
the appropriate sections of this manual for details on this procedure.  
Slave:  
1. Daisy chain from the output of the master fixture.  
2. Press <MODE> until SLAU appears on the LED screen.  
Plug the master fixture in LAST!  
Only connect 31 slave fixtures when operating in this mode!  
Using the “Invert” function will invert any fixture(s) it is active on. This is useful when you  
desire to have symmetry to your lighting show. Please see the “Menu Map” for further  
details.  
Standalone  
Sound-Active  
Please see the instructions below for details on this mode.  
1. Plug the fixture into power.  
2. Press <MODE> until SoUd appears on the LED screen.  
3. Press <ENTER>.  
4. Use the microphone sensitivity adjustment knob to adjust the fixture to react to the beat  
of the music.  
5. Press <ENTER>.  
The microphone will only respond to low frequencies (bass).  
Automatic  
Please see the instructions below for details on this mode.  
1. Plug the fixture into power.  
2. Press <MODE> until AUTO appears on the LED screen.  
3. Press <ENTER>.  
4. Using <UP>&<DOWN>, adjust the program speed (S_ _1~S100) (fast~slow).  
5. Press <ENTER>.  
4. Operating Instructions  
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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  
Non DMX cables  
Check cable connections  
Replace DMXinput  
Replace Main PCB  
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  
Bouncing signals  
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.  
5. Appendix  
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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 cleaning 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 reduction in the life of the light source  
and 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.  
Always dry the parts carefully after cleaning them.  
If the fixture has one or more fans, never spin them 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........................................................................................................ 35.5 in (902 mm)  
Width ............................................................................................................. 2.2 in (56 mm)  
Height .......................................................................................................... 6.5 in (165 mm)  
Weight .........................................................................................................10.1 lbs (4.6 kg)  
POWER  
Input voltage............................................................100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (auto-ranging)  
Power and current............................................................. 52 W; 0.43 A max (120 V, 60 Hz)  
Power consumption .......................................................... 57 W; 0.25 A max (230 V, 50 Hz)  
Power linking ........................................................ max 18 units @ 120 V; 33 units @ 230 V  
Fuse ................................................................................................................. F 1 A, 250 V  
LIGHT SOURCE  
Type ..............................................................................................high-power, tri-color LED  
Quantity ..............................................................................................................................6  
Rating.....................................................................................(3 W) 375 mA x 3; 50,000 hrs  
PHOTO OPTIC  
Lux (per light).......................................................................................................814 @ 1 m  
Beam angle (per light)......................................................................................................11°  
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.................................................................................................................... 8  
ORDERING INFORMATION  
6SPOT™ .................................................................................................................. 6SPOT  
WARRANTY INFORMATION  
Warranty........................................................................................... 2-year limited warranty  
 
 
CONTACT US  
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UNITED KINGDOM & IRELAND  
General Information..........................................................................CHAUVET® Europe Ltd  
Address ............................................................................................................Unit 1C  
Brookhill Road Industrial Estate  
Pinxton, Nottingham, UK  
NG16 6NT  
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