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DIAMONDstrip™ User Manual 

1/26/2010 2:56 PM

 

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Page 1: ...33020 U S A 800 762 1084 954 929 1115 FAX 954 929 5560 www chauvetlighting com USER MANUAL Snapshot Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound Activated DMX Master Slave Auto ranging Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle ...

Page 2: ...DMX Data Cable 8 Cable Connectors 9 3 Pin to 5 Pin Conversion Chart 9 Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link 9 Master Slave Fixture Linking 10 Mounting 10 Orientation 10 Rigging 10 4 Operating Instructions 11 Using the control panel 11 Control Panel Modes Functions 11 Master Slave Stand Alone 12 Built in programs detailed 12 DMX Control Mode 13 DMX Channel Values 14 General Troubleshooting 15 Contact U...

Page 3: ...ll 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 AC Power This fixture has an auto switching power supply that can accommodate a wide range of input voltages The only thing necessary to do before powering on the unit is to make sure the line voltage you are applying is within the ra...

Page 4: ...04 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 Always use the same type spare parts Never connect the device to a dimmer pac...

Page 5: ...ive programs via Master Slave or DMX ADDITIONAL FEATURES Additional power output max 32 units 120V Additional slave output allows for runway effect up to 31 units OPTIONS COLORstrip Foot Controller LED FS1 DMX Channel Summary CH DESCRIPTION 1 DMX 000 079 Static flashing zones 2 No Function 3 Flash Speed 4 No Function CH DESCRIPTION 1 DMX 220 255 Chase Fade and Auto Run 2 Run Fade Speed 3 No Functi...

Page 6: ... Overview Control Panel rear See view below LEDs Mounting Brackets Power Output IEC Power Connector with Fuse Holder DMX In DMX Out Foot controller Input Optional Accessory LED FS1 Sound Sensitivity Adjustment Microphone Master Slave Output Control Panel ...

Page 7: ...DIAMONDstrip User Manual 7 1 26 2010 2 56 PM Product Dimensions ...

Page 8: ...rial 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 meters 1640 ft Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link 32 fixtures Data Cabling To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables You can purchase CHAUVET certified DMX cables directly from a dealer dist...

Page 9: ...le 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 Do not use Pin 4 Do not use 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 2 Connect the end of the cable coming from the contro...

Page 10: ...st fixture 2 Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture 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 Mounting ORIENTATION This fixture may be mounted in any safe position RIGGING Mount the fixture using a...

Page 11: ...unctions MODE FUNCTION PROGRAM FUNCTION PROGRAM P RUN SPEED F FLASH SPEED C COLOR 4 AAC t 5 A 000 023 000 Blackout 001 Zone 1 000 100 002 Zone 2 000 100 003 Zone 3 000 100 004 Zones 1 2 000 100 005 Zones 1 3 000 100 006 Zones 2 3 000 100 007 Zones 1 2 3 000 100 008 Chase 1 Automatic 000 050 Sound Active 051 100 000 100 009 Chase 2 000 100 010 Chase 3 000 100 011 Chase 4 000 100 012 Chase 5 013 Cha...

Page 12: ... 022 White fade P Run speed 3 Pin XLR DMX cable Master Slave Slave Master Slave Link output IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR MASTER SLAVE OPERATION Turn ON the Master unit last This will assure that the Master unit will fully detect all linked units and re configure its built in sequential chase programs to run on the correct number of linked units DMX signal output does not continue on M S linked fixtu...

Page 13: ... 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 DMX mode setup 1 Press the Mode button until the display reads SYS then press Enter 2 Press the Up Down buttons until the display reads S dAd then press Enter 3 Set the DMX address...

Page 14: ... 020 029 030 039 040 049 050 059 060 069 070 079 Static Blackout White 1 White 2 White 3 White 4 White 5 White 6 White Full Flash Speed 000 249 Sound Active 250 255 080 089 090 099 100 109 110 119 120 129 130 139 Changes Chase 1 Chase 2 Chase 3 Chase 4 Chase 5 Chase 6 Run Speed Automatic 000 127 Sound Active 128 255 Flash Speed 000 249 Sound Active 250 255 140 149 150 159 160 169 170 179 180 189 1...

Page 15: ...lure Some discharge lamps require a cooling off period before the electronics in the fixture can kick start it again wait 5 to 10 minutes before powering up Loss of signal Use only DMX cables Install terminator Note Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights No light output Check fuse Call service technician If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions please conta...

Page 16: ...r 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 nex...

Page 17: ...tics at least every 20 days 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 RMA Products returned without an RMA will be refused Call CHAUVET and request RMA prior to shipping the fixture Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brie...

Page 18: ...2A 230V Power Output 32 units max 120V 60 units max 230V COOLING Convection cooled LIGHT SOURCE LED 384 white 100 000hrs PHOTO OPTIC Luminance 1m 1 180 lux Beam Angle 53 x27 Field Angle 68 x46 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 Protoco...

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