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Chauvet Q-Dream User Manual
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Q-dream q-dream™ dmx intelligent effect light 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.Com 2007-03-21/16:34.
Page 2: Table of Content
Table of content before you begin........................................................................................................................................................... 3 w hat is included ..............................................................................................
Page 3: Efore
B efore y ou b egin what is included ¾ q-dream™ with hti150 bulb ¾ power cord with plug ¾ manual ¾ warranty card 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...
Page 4: Ntroduction
I ntroduction features control features • 5 channel dmx-512 3d projector • rotating gobos - 5 interchangeable rotating gobos + open - 4 glass, 1 metal - rotating gobo wheel - gobo bounce™ • color wheel - 40 mini-trapezoidal cut dichroics + white - rainbow scroll in both directions at variable speeds...
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Introduction product overview control board enter choose up down i j segment buttons i/o panel overview b uttons i/o p anel choose toggles menu functions dmx out & in dmx-512 connectors down steps backward through menu functions power ac input iec 60320 c14 and fuse holder up steps forward through m...
Page 6: Etup
S etup lamp you will need to install a lamp prior to the initial operation of the fixture. An hti150 high intensity discharge 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...
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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 referred 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 are accessib...
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Introduction mounting o r i e n t a t i o n both fixtures can sit on stage or be mounted on a truss using a clamp in any position, provided, there is adequate room for ventilation. W a r n i n g it is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. • when selecting installation location, take ...
Page 9: Perating
O perating i nstructions control panel on the control panel you can set the dmx address, set the fixture to master/slave mode, reset the fixture and change fixture personality traits. [enter] confirms selection [choose] access to main menu [up] toggle menu items in a forward direction [down] toggle ...
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Operating modes • two stand-alone modes; sound-active mode will listen to sound and run through its diverse range of built in programs and an auto-run mode where the speed is pre-programmed. • master/slave mode will allow the command of up to as many units you want in a synchronized light show to th...
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Operating instructions d m x m o d e operating in a dmx control mode environment gives the user the greatest flexibility when it comes to customizing or creating a show. You can tailor your programming to suit a specific event. Whether it is a wedding where a spot light may be required or a lead sin...
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Segment display configurations the display can be inverted making it easier to read the menu depending on the orientation of your fixture. P 8 - d i s p l a y i n v e r t f unction s et t o n otes p8 -y invert display p8 -n return to normal service functions p 3 - f i x t u r e r e s e t ( a l l m o...
Page 13: Ppendix
A ppendix dmx primer there are 512 channels in a dmx-512 connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A fixture capable of receiving dmx-512 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...
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Appendix dmx channel values d efault v alue f unction 1 000 Ù 000 001 Ù 127 128 Ù 187 188 Ù 193 194 Ù 255 color none indexed color change color scroll: fast > slow (clockwise) stop color scroll: slow > fast (counter-clockwise) 2 000 Ù 019 020 Ù 039 040 Ù 059 060 Ù 079 080 Ù 099 100 Ù 120 121 Ù 147 1...
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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 c...
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Appendix 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 ...
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Appendix technical specifications weight & dimensions length........................................................................................................................... 355.6 mm (14 in) width ................................................................................................