1. DL manuals
  2. Chauvet
  3. Light Fixture
  4. DMX-685
  5. User Manual

Chauvet DMX-685 User Manual

Other manuals for DMX-685: User Manual
Manual is about: Chauvet DMX-685 Moving Light Fixtures: User Manual

Summary of DMX-685

  • Page 1

    Snapshot ok on dimmer outdoor ok sound activated dmx512 master/slave 115v/230v switch replaceable fuse user serviceable duty cycle dmx-690 intimidator spot 2.0 hti™ user manual chauvet, 3000 n 29 th ct, hollywood, fl 33020 u.S.A. (800) 762-1084 – (954) 929-1115 fax (954) 929-5560 www.Chauvetlighting...

  • Page 2: Able of

    T able of c ontents 1. Before you begin....................................................................................................................................................... 3 w hat is included ............................................................................................

  • Page 3: Efore

    1. B efore y ou b egin what is included ¾ 1 x intimidator spot 2.0 hti™ ¾ 150w hti lamp ¾ power cord ¾ warranty card ¾ 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...

  • Page 4

    Safety instructions please read these instructions carefully, which includes important information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product. • please keep this user guide for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure that they also receive this instructi...

  • Page 5: Ntroduction

    2. I ntroduction features • 6 to 8-channel dmx-512 moving yoke • pan: 540° / tilt: 270° • variable strobe/shutter • color wheel: 7 colors + white rainbow color spin effect • rotating gobo wheel: 7 interchangeable, rotating gobos + open 5 metal, 2 dichroic gobos gobo wheel spin effect • variable moto...

  • Page 6

    Product overview control panel dmx output connector yoke rear of base ac power input & fuse holder easy controller connector dmx input connector base head focusing lens voltage selector switch intimidator spot 2.0 hti manual 6 2007-01-24/09:36.

  • Page 7: Etup

    3. S etup lamp you will need to install a lamp prior to the initial operation of the fixture. A 150w hti lamp is included. Warning! When replacing the lamp, please wait 15 minutes after powering down to allow the unit to cool down! Always disconnect from main power prior to lamp replacement. Do not ...

  • Page 8

    Lamp alignment how-to often, after a new installation of a lamp, you will find that there is an uneven field of light or what is refered to as a hot spot. This is due to the most intense point of the lamp source not being positioned optimally within the reflector. Lamp alignment screws there are thr...

  • Page 9

    Replacing gobos 1) remove the four screws indicated in figure a to remove the back of the head. Figure a figure b figure c figure d 2) remove the four screws indicated in figure b to remove the front of the head. 3) orient the fixture so that it looks like the fixture in figure c. 4) remove the glue...

  • Page 10

    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 determi...

  • Page 11

    3 - p i n t o 5 - p i n c o n v e r s i o n c h a r t th a 5 pin dmx output connector, you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter. Chauvet model no: dmx5m, or dmx5f. 3 p in to 5 p in c duc 3 pin female (output) 5 pin male (input) note! If you use a controller wi the chart below details a proper c...

  • Page 12

    Mounting o r i e n t a t i o n this fixture may be mounted in any position provided there is adequate room for ventilation. R i g g i n g hanging clamp it is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. Mount the fixture using, a suitable “c” or “o” type clamp. Adjust the angle of the fixtu...

  • Page 13: Perating

    4. O perating i nstructions navigating the control panel access control panel functions using the four panel buttons located directly underneath the lcd display. Note: the display will turn off after 30 seconds if no buttons are pushed. Mode /esc button function used to access the menu or to scroll ...

  • Page 14

    Menu map intimidator spot 2.0 hti manual 14 2007-01-24/09:36.

  • Page 15

    Menu functions user configurations m enu o ption d escription dmx: the fixture will be controlled by a dmx signal coming from a dmx controller. The starting address must be selected, and can be set using the up and down buttons. Automatic – master unit: sets the fixture to master status for master-s...

  • Page 16

    T o c h a n g e t h e p a n r a n g e : 1) press until , , or is displayed.. 2) use the and buttons to scroll through the three options. Is 540°; is 360°; is 180° note: these settings only apply if the fixture is in master/slave or stand-alone modes. These settings will not affect a fixture operatin...

  • Page 17

    Operation stand-alone mode (sound-active, auto mode, easy controller): this mode allows a single unit to run to the beat of the music, or the unit will auto change in auto mode. 1) press until , , , or is displayed. 2) use the and buttons to scroll through until the desired mode is displayed and pre...

  • Page 18

    Dmx mode this mode allows the unit to be controlled by any universal dmx controller. If you are unfamiliar with dmx, please read the dmx primer on page 21. 1) press until is displayed. 2) use the and buttons to select the desired address and press the button. Dmx channel values (16-bit mode) c hanne...

  • Page 19

    Dmx channel values (8-bit mode) c hannel v alue f unction 1 000 Ù 255 pan 0 – 540 (128 = halfway point) 2 000 Ù 255 tilt 0 – 270 (128 = halfway point) 3 000 Ù 108 109 Ù 133 134 Ù 249 250 Ù 255 shutter and dimmer closed closed > open open strobe (fast > slow) open 4 000 Ù 015 016 Ù 031 032 Ù 047 048 ...

  • Page 20

    General troubleshooting applies to symptom solution(s) lights foggers & snow controllers dimmers & chaser auto shut off check fan thermal switch reset 9 beam is very dim or not bright clean optical system or replace lamp check 220/110v switch for proper setting 9 breaker/fuse keeps blowing check tot...

  • Page 21: Ppendix

    Technical support address: service dept. 3000 n 29th ct, hollywood, fl 33020 (u.S.A.) support (email): tech@chauvetlighting.Com telephone: (954) 929-1115 - (press 4) fax: (954) 929-5560 - (attention: service) website: http://www.Chauvetlighting.Com 5. A ppendix dmx primer there are 512 channels in a...

  • Page 22

    Returns procedure returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued. Package must be clearly labeled with a return merchandise authorization number (ra #). Products returned without an ra # will be refused. Call chauvet and request ra # prior to ship...

  • Page 23

    Technical specifications weight & dimensions length.............................................................................................................................. 16 in (406 mm) width ........................................................................................................