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5. Appendix 

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General Troubleshooting  

 

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Blown Fuse/ 

Tripped Breaker 

  Short circuit along the power wires  

  Replace Fuse 

  Excessive circuit load 

  Reset Breaker 

Device does not 

power up 

  No power 

  Check for power on power outlet 

  Loose power cord 

  Check power cord 

  Blown Fuse 

  Replace Fuse 

  Reset Breaker 

  Reset Breaker 

Fixture is not 

responding to 

DMX 

  Wrong DMX addressing 

  Check Control Panel and unit 

addressing

 

 

  Damaged DMX cables 

  Check DMX cables 

  Wrong polarity settings on the controller 

  Check polarity switch settings on the 

controller 

  Loose DMX cables 

  Check cable connections 

  Faulty DMX interface 

  Replace DMX input 

  Faulty Main PCB 

  Replace Main PCB 

Loss of signal 

  Bouncing signals 

  Install terminator as suggested 

  Long cable / Low level signal 

  Install amplifier right after fixture with 

strong signal 

  Interference from AC wires 

  Keep DMX cables separated from 

power cables or black lights 

 

If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET® 
Technical Support. 

 

 

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Technical Support

 

CHAUVET® 
3000 North 29

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 Court 

Hollywood, FL 33020 
voice: 

954.929.1115

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fax: 

954.929.5560

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Summary of Contents for Work Light

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: ...IN 3 WHAT IS INCLUDED 3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 3 MANUAL CONVENTIONS 3 ICONS 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 2 INTRODUCTION 5 FEATURES 5 FEATURES FOOTSWITCH 5 PRODUCT OVERVIEW 6 3 SETUP 7 AC POWER 7 FUSE REPLACEMENT 7 Orientation 8 Rigging 8 Tripod Stand 9 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 10 FOOTSWITCH OPERATION 10 Auto 10 Blackout 10 Sound 10 5 APPENDIX 11 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 11 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING 12 CONTACT...

Page 3: ...entiate certain types of information from the regular text CONVENTION MEANING 10 A DIP switch to be configured Menu A key to be pressed on the fixture s control panel 1 512 A range of values 50 60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen Settings A menu option not to be modified for example showing the operating mode current status MENU Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed ON ...

Page 4: ...ct 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 un...

Page 5: ...hts Safely mounts to truss with clamps Independent positioning of each light Low profile lights are 1 2 in deep Adjustable stand from 54 in to 85 in Built in automated programs Built in sound activated programs Features footswitch Trigger built in static or automated programs includes RGB fades Instantly triggers sound active mode Instantly blackout any program ...

Page 6: ...ntroduction 6 5 7 2010 1 21 PM Product Overview Lights 4 Mini 4BAR Carrying Case Tripod Stand Foot Switch Tripod Stand Securing Knob Microphone Sensitivity Adjustment Knob Fuseholder Microphone Back Panel ...

Page 7: ...ee 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 circuit with a suitable electrical ground Fuse Replacement 1 With a Philips 2 screwdriver unscrew the fuse holder out of its housing 2 Remove the damaged fuse from its holder...

Page 8: ...bs and tilting the fixture After finding the desired position retighten both knobs o When selecting installation location take into consideration access and routine maintenance o Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain high humidity extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation o The clamps for hanging are sold separately o When using the clamp hanging bolts BOTH of...

Page 9: ...nd 6 After confirming that the Safety Pin is removed carefully and slowly loosen the Height Adjustment Knob to allow the height of the stand to be increased The top of the stand may drop quickly so be careful to control this and be aware of personal safety 7 Raise the stand to the desired height and hand tighten the Height Adjustment Knob Then insert the Safety Pin to secure the height of the stan...

Page 10: ...1 2 simultaneously to activate sound operation PEDAL SUB OPTION FUNCTION 1 PRESET 1 x press Auto program color change 2 x press Auto program color fade 3 x press Red 4 x press Green 5 x press Blue 6 x press Cyan 7 x press Magenta 8 x press Yellow 9 x press White 2 BLACKOUT Blackout The fixture will start up in sound mode when first powered ON The fixture will cycle through the auto programs and st...

Page 11: ...when the fixture is cold 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 The cleaning of external optical lenses and or mirrors must be carried out periodically to optimize light outp...

Page 12: ...ntroller Loose DMX cables Check cable connections Faulty DMX interface Replace DMX input Faulty Main PCB Replace Main PCB Loss of signal Bouncing signals Install terminator as suggested Long cable Low level signal Install amplifier right after fixture with strong signal Interference from AC wires Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights If you still have a problem after trying t...

Page 13: ... 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 Your name 2 Your address 3 Your phone number 4 The RMA 5 A brief description of the symptoms Claims Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of ...

Page 14: ... tripod stand 16 9 lbs 7 7 kg POWER Auto ranging power supply 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Power consumption 120 VAC 60 Hz 34 W 0 5 A max 0 2 A inrush Power consumption 230 VAC 50 Hz 34 W 0 3 A max 0 2 A inrush Fuse F 1 A 250 V LIGHT SOURCE LED 300 75 per light 100 red 100 green 100 blue 100 000 hrs PHOTO OPTIC Beam Angle 16 Field Angle 26 Intensity 1 160 lux THERMAL Maximum ambient temperature 104 F 40 C...

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