LEDSplash 86B User Manual
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Configuring the Starting Address
Each fixture requires a starting address from 1~512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for
control begins to read the data on the channel indicated by the starting address. For example, a
fixture that uses seven DMX channels and is addressed to start on DMX channel 100, will read data
from channels: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105 and 106. Choose the starting addresses for each fixture
so that the channels used do not overlap. In addition, you should note the starting address selected
for future reference. If you are unfamiliar with DMX, download the DMX Primer from
www.chauvetlighting.com
. The LEDsplash™ 86B fixture uses seven or three DMX channels. If this is
your first time using DMX, we recommend reading the “DMX Primer” section in the “Appendix”.
DMX Operation
This is the operating mode which will allow for control with an external DMX controller. You must set
the starting address for this mode. If this is your first time using DMX, then it is recommended that
you refer to the “DMX Primer” section in the “Appendix” of this manual.
Mode
DIP switches
DMX
1~9 = set to the DMX starting address
10 = Off
Accessing the 2 Personalities
There are two personalities for this fixture. There is the standard 7-channel personality with strobe
and color macros, and then there is the basic 3-channel RGB personality. Please see the DIP switch
settings to access each of these personalities below.
Mode
DIP switches
7-CH
11-12 = Off
3-CH
11 = On
Master/Slave Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode, Static Colors)
This mode allows a single unit to run a standalone program, while 1 or more other units follow the
same operation. This requires the fixtures to be linked with DMX cables. Please see the section on
Fixture Linking
.
1)
The Master unit may be operated in
Automatic, Sound-Active
, and
Static Colors
.
2)
Adjust the DIP switches to the Slave position on the slave units, and they will react the same as
the Master. See below for DIP switch assignment.
Mode
DIP switches
Slave
2~11 = Off
1 = On
Strobe Speed
This fixture has a strobe speed adjustment which will decrease the maximum speed. Please see the
setting below for lowering the strobe rate for compatibility mode.
Mode
DIP switches
Standard mode
6 Hz~18 Hz:
12 = On
Decreased Speed
2 Hz~6 Hz:
12 = Off
Standalone Operation
Automatic
This fixture has a preprogrammed color fade program. This is accessed via the DIP switches on the
back of the fixture, and the speed may be increased, as well. Please see the chart below for further
explanation.
Mode
DIP switches
Master Auto
7, 9, 10 = On
Increase Speed
1~6 = On (add more DIP switches to reach higher speed)
