DMX Mega Strobe™ III User Manual
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This drawing
provides a general
illustration of the
DMX Input/Output
panel of a lighting
fixture.
Universal DMX
Controller
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Hanging Clamp
Note!
Clamp is sold separately.
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart
Note!
If you use a controller with a 5-pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a
5-pin to 3-pin adapter. CHAUVET Model No: DMX5M, or DMX5F.
The chart below details a proper cable conversion:
3
P
IN TO
5
P
IN
C
ONVERSION
C
HART
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 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
controller which will have a (female) 3-pin
connector to the input connector of the next
fixture consisting of a (male) 3-pin connector.
3. Then, proceed to connect from the output as
stated above to the input of the following fixture
and so on.
CHAUVET Certified DMX Data Cables
Order Code
Description
DMX1.5
DMX Cable 1.5 m/4.9 ft
DMX4.5
DMX Cable 4.5 m/14.8 ft
DMX10
DMX Cable 10 m/32.8 ft
Mounting
Orientation
This fixture may be mounted in any safe position, provided there is adequate room for ventilation.
Rigging
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 fixture by loosening both knobs and tilting the fixture. After finding the
desired position, retighten both knobs.
When selecting installation location, take into consideration lamp
replacement access and routine maintenance.
Safety cables must always be used.
Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain, high
humidity, extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation.
