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Beast™ User Manual 

6/2/2009 2:39 PM

 

Safety Instructions 

Please read these instructions carefully, which include important information about 
the installation, usage and maintenance of this product. 

 

Please keep this User Guide for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure 
that they also receive this instruction booklet. 

 

This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to rain 
or moisture. 

 

Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating. 

 

Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain. 

 

Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104°F (40°C). Do not operate the fixture at temperatures 
higher than this.  

 

In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to repair 
the fixture by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or 
malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center. 

 

Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged. 

 

Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord. 

 

Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.  

 

Do not daisy chain power to more than 25 units @ 120V. 

 
 

There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or 
attempt any repairs. In the unlikely event that your unit may require service, please 
contact CHAUVET at 954-929-1115. 

 

 
 
 
 

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NTRODUCTION

 

Features 

 

4-channel DMX-512 LED thick beam derby effect 

 

Individual control of red, green and blue LEDs (with strobing)  

 

Motor speed control of back and forth movement  

 

Built-in automated programs via master/slave or DMX 

 

Built-in sound activated programs via master/slave or DMX 

 

Additional Features 

 

High-power, 3W (600mA) LEDs 

 

Additional power output: max 25 units @ 120V 

 

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Страница 1: ...020 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 512 Master Slave Autoswitching Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle ...

Страница 2: ...rs 7 3 Pin to 5 Pin Conversion Chart 7 Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link 7 MASTER SLAVE FIXTURE LINKING 8 MOUNTING 8 Orientation 8 Rigging 8 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9 OPERATION MODES 9 Stand Alone Mode Sound Active Auto Mode 9 Master Slave Mode Master Sound Master Auto 9 DMX Mode 10 USING DMX MODE 10 DMX Channel Values 10 Setting the Starting Address 11 DMX Quick Reference Chart 12 GENERAL TROUBL...

Страница 3: ...ormation Failure to comply with this information may prevent the fixture from functioning correctly This paragraph reminds you of useful although not critical information AC Power This fixture has an auto switching power supply that can accommodate a wide range of input voltages 100V 240VAC 50 60Hz Before powering on the unit make sure the line voltage to which you are connecting it is within the ...

Страница 4: ...ry to repair the fixture by yourself Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on Do not daisy chain power to more than 25 unit...

Страница 5: ...el Summary CHANNEL FUNCTION 1 Function 2 Strobe 3 Color macro speed 4 Rotation speed Product Overview DIP switches Fuse holder Power in Bracket adjustment knob DMX in Safety eyebolt DMX out Hanging bracket Power out Microphone sensitivity Microphone ...

Страница 6: ...2 devices should be connected on one data link Connecting more than 32 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of an optically isolated DMX splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal Maximum recommended serial data link distance 500 meters 1640ft Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link 32 DMX Data Cable To link two or more fixtures together you mus...

Страница 7: ... proper cable 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 of the DMX cable to the output female 3 pin connector of the controller 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the mal...

Страница 8: ...n this manual for complete instructions for this type of configuration Mounting Orientation This fixture may be mounted in any safe position Rigging It is important never to obstruct the 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 selec...

Страница 9: ... 4 8 will control the strobing speed 3 Use the audio sensitivity knob on the back of the fixture to make the fixture more or less sensitive in Sound Active mode Turning the knob counterclockwise decreases the sensitivity turning the knob clockwise increases the sensitivity 4 Combine DIP switches 1 3 to choose multiple color combinations Master Slave Mode Master Sound Master Auto This mode will all...

Страница 10: ...ure detects DMX signal it will automatically switch to DMX mode DMX Channel Values CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION 1 000 020 021 040 041 060 061 080 081 100 101 120 121 140 141 160 161 180 181 200 201 220 221 240 241 255 Function Blackout Red Green Blue Red Green Red Blue Green Blue Red Green Blue Alternate Red Green Alternate Red Blue Alternate Green Blue Alternate Red Green Blue Sound activation mode col...

Страница 11: ... Turn this switch on 4 Subtract the value of the switch you just turned on from the remainder of the previous subtraction 5 Repeat steps three and four until you have a remainder of zero EXAMPLE STARTING ADDRESS Address 10 Switch 4 8 Switch 2 2 Total 10 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ON OFF 1 2 4 8 16 32 64 128 256 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ON OFF 1 2 4 8 16 32 64 128 256 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ON OFF 1 2 4 8 16 32 64 128 256 1 ...

Страница 12: ...8 140 172 204 236 268 300 332 364 396 428 460 492 1 0 1 1 0 13 45 77 109 141 173 205 237 269 301 333 365 397 429 461 493 0 1 1 1 0 14 46 78 110 142 174 206 238 270 302 334 366 398 430 462 494 1 1 1 1 0 15 47 79 111 143 175 207 239 271 303 335 367 399 431 463 495 0 0 0 0 1 16 48 80 112 144 176 208 240 272 304 336 368 400 432 464 496 1 0 0 0 1 17 49 81 113 145 177 209 241 273 305 337 369 401 433 465...

Страница 13: ...audio mode on the control switches If audio provided via jack make sure a live audio signal exists Adjust sound sensitivity knob 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 it up again Loss of signal Use only DMX cables Install terminator Note Keep DMX...

Страница 14: ... types of DMX controllable fixtures and they all may vary in the total number of channels required Choosing a start address should be planned in advance Channels should never overlap If they do this will result in erratic operation of the fixtures whose starting address are set incorrectly However you can control multiple fixtures of the same type using the same starting address as long as the int...

Страница 15: ...aning fluid Always dry the parts carefully Clean 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 RMA Products returned without an RMA will be refused Call CH...

Страница 16: ...20V Power Output 25 units max 120VAC 40 units max 230V LIGHT SOURCE LED 3 x 3W 600mA 1 Red 1 Green 1 Blue 50 000hrs COVERAGE Coverage angle horizontal spread 115 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 DMX Channels 4...

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