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 Snapshot 

OK on Dimmer 

 

Outdoor OK 

 

Sound Activated 

 

DMX512 

Master/Slave 

 

115V/230V Switch 

 

Circuit Breaker 

User Serviceable 

 

Duty Cycle 

 

Pro-D6™ 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

USER MANUAL 

 

 

3000 N 29

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 Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.  

(800) 762-1084 – (954) 929-1115 

FAX (954) 929-5560 

www.chauvetlighting.com

 

Summary of Contents for Pro-D6

Page 1: ...or OK Sound Activated DMX512 Master Slave 115V 230V Switch Circuit Breaker User Serviceable Duty Cycle Pro D6 USER MANUAL 3000 N 29th Ct Hollywood FL 33020 U S A 800 762 1084 954 929 1115 FAX 954 929 5560 www chauvetlighting com ...

Page 2: ...ING 9 Orientation 9 Rigging 9 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9 NAVIGATING THE CONTROL PANEL 9 NOTE LINE A MUST BE USED WHEN ONLY ONE LINE IS NEEDED IN ORDER FOR THE UNIT TO FUNCTION PROPERLY MENU MAP 10 Menu Functions 11 User Configurations 11 To SET the DMX address 11 To set maximum output value in dmx mode 11 To manually set dimming 11 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING 12 TECHNICAL SUPPORT 13 5 APPENDIX 13 DMX ...

Page 3: ...s must be powered directly off a switched circuit and cannot be run off a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for a 0 to 100 switch Before applying power to a fixture check that the source voltage matches the fixture s requirement Check the fixture or device carefully to make sure that if a voltage selection switch exists that it is se...

Page 4: ...ys disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing lamp or fuse and be sure to replace with same lamp source Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain Never carry the fixture solely by its head Use its carrying handles 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 ...

Page 5: ...tch or linear Each channel can be set as either dimmer or relay Each channel can be set to any DMX address ADDITIONAL FEATURES Dual 20A power lines requires 2 separate circuits Individual switch circuit breaker and plug per line Accommodates different voltages per line simultaneously Pro D6 User Manual 5 2 18 2008 12 58 PM ...

Page 6: ...hannel 1 3 DMX Out Line B Channels 4 6 Line B Circuit Breaker Line A Circuit Breaker DMX In Line B Power Cord Line A Power Switch Line B Power Switch Line A Power Cord 20A Plug Connection Pro D6 User Manual 6 2 18 2008 12 58 PM ...

Page 7: ...u must obtain data cables You can purchase CHAUVET certified DMX cables directly from a dealer distributor or construct your own cable If you choose to create your own cable please use data grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference DMX DATA CABLE Use a Belden 9841 or equivalent cable which meets the specifications for EIA RS 485 applicatio...

Page 8: ...f 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 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 PIN TO 5 PIN CONVERSIO...

Page 9: ...ton Function UP Scrolls through menu options in ascending order DOWN Scrolls through menu options in descending order ENTER Used to select and store the current menu or option within a menu MENU Used to access the menu or to return to a previous menu option The Control Panel LED Display shows the menu items you select from the menu map on page 10 When a menu function is selected the display will s...

Page 10: ...Menu Map Pro D6 User Manual 10 2 18 2008 12 58 PM ...

Page 11: ...ied flashing on the left side of the display for channel 1 it will flash C1 3 Use the Up and Down arrow keys to select the maximum output value for the selected channel when DMX value 255 is received Set the value from 00 FF where FF represents 100 4 Press enter to save changes 5 Pressing enter a second time will allow you to adjust the same parameters for the next highest channel For example if w...

Page 12: ...of its life 9 Light will not come on after power failure 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 9 Loss of signal Use only DMX cables Install terminator Note Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights 9 9 9 9 Moves slow Check 220 110v switch for proper setting 9 No flash...

Page 13: ...e fixtures whose starting address is set incorrectly You can however 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 w...

Page 14: ...n the external optics at least every 20 days Clean the internal optics at least every 30 60 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 RA Products returned without an RA will be refused Call CHAUVET and request RA prior to shipping the fixtur...

Page 15: ...3 450W per channel 20A 4 600W max x2 at 230V Circuit breaker Line A 20A Circuit breaker Line B 20A 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 Protocols DMX 512 USITT ORDERING INFORMATION Pro D6 Pro D6 WARRANTY INFORMATION Warranty 2 year limit...

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