Appendix
General Troubleshooting
Applies to
Symptom Solution(s)
Lights
Foggers
& Snow
Controllers
Dimmers
& Chaser
Auto shut off
Check fan thermal switch reset
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Beam is very dim or not
bright
Clean optical system or replace lamp
Check 220/110v switch for proper setting
9
Breaker/Fuse keeps
blowing
Check total load placed on device
9
Chase is too slow
Check users manual for speed adjustment
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Device has no power
Check for power on Mains.
Check device’s fuse. (internal and/or external)
9
9
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Fixture is not responding Check DMX Dip switch settings for correct addressing
Check DMX cables
Check polarity switch settings
9
Fixture is on but there is
no movement to the
audio
Make sure you have the correct audio mode on the control
switches. If audio provided via ¼” jack, make sure a live audio
signal exists
Adjust sound sensitivity knob
9
9
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Lamps cuts off
sporadically
Possible bad lamp or fixture is overheating.
Lamp may be at end 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.
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9
Motor movements are
jerky or jumpy
Possible bad motor driver or sensors
Check polarity switch on controller
9
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Moves slow
Check 220/110v switch for proper setting
9
No flash
Re-install bulb, may have shifted in shipping
9
No light output
Check slip ring & brushes for contact
Install bulb
Call service technician
9
Relay will not work
Check reset switch
Check cable connections
9
Remote does not work
Make sure connector is firmly connected to device
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Stand alone mode
All CHAUVET lighting fixtures featuring stand-alone functions
do not require additional settings, simply power the fixture and
it will automatically enter into this mode
9
Unit wobbles when
rotating
Check for damages possibly incurred during shipping
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