4. Operating Instructions
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NSTRUCTIONS
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. The Trident™ fixture uses 3 DMX
channels.
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 you are unfamiliar with DMX, download the DMX Primer from
www.chauvetlighting.com
.
1.
Plug the fixture into power.
2.
Connect DMX cable(s) to controller.
3.
Turn DIP switch [10] to the ON position.
4.
Use DIP switches 1~9 to set the starting address.
Master/Slave
This is the operating mode which will allow 1 fixture to act as the “master” and control all of the other “slave”
fixtures. You must set both the master and the slave(s) fixtures to the correct mode for this operation. They
must also be connected using DMX cables, in a daisy chain fashion.
Master Settings:
1.
Using the DIP switches, set the master fixture to one of the following modes: custom, automatic,
or sound-activated.
Slave Settings:
1.
Turn DIP switch [10] to the ON position.
2.
Turn DIP switches 1~9 to the OFF position.
Do not connect a DMX controller to the daisy chain for this operation.
Standalone Operation
Automatic
This fixture has a preprogrammed chase. This is accessed via the DIP switches:
1.
Plug the fixture into power.
2.
Turn DIP switch [8] to the ON position.
3.
Turn all other DIP switches to the OFF position.
Do not connect a DMX controller to the daisy chain for this operation.
Sound-Active
This fixture has a preprogrammed sound triggered chase. This is accessed via the DIP switches, and the
speed may be adjusted using the audio adjustment knob. Please see the instructions below for further
explanation.
1.
Plug the fixture into power.
2.
Turn DIP switch [9] to the ON position.
3.
Turn all other DIP switches to the OFF position.
Do not connect a DMX controller to the daisy chain for this operation.
