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Snapshot
DMX-800
Ok on Dimmer
Constellation™
Outdoor OK
Sound Activated
DMX512
Master/Slave
115V/230V Switch
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle
USER MANUAL
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Chauvet, 3000 N 29 Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.
(800) 762-1084 – (954) 929-1115
FAX (954) 929-5560
www.chauvetlighting.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN................................................................................................................................ 3 WHAT IS INCLUDED......................................................................................................................................... 3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................................................. 3 AC POWER .............
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN What is included 1 x Constellation™ 1 x HMI 575W Lamp Power Cord Warranty Card User Manual Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton an
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Safety Instructions Please read these instructions carefully, which includes 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. • Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel of
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2. INTRODUCTION Features • 13 or 19-channel DMX-512 centerpiece • Pan: 180 ° / tilt: 90 ° (each mirror) • Pan/tilt control of each mirror individually • Mechanical dimmer/shutter/strobe • Blackout, reset, sound activation and built-in automatic programs via DMX • 6 rotating gobo wheels 7 glass, rotating gobos + open on each wheel Rotating gobo wheel spin effect for each wheel • Remote fixture reset, lamp on/off and vector control channel Additional Features • Built-in automated prog
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Product Overview Scanning Head Safety Hook Scanning Head Scanning Head Lamp Access Scanning Cover Head Scanning Scanning Head Head Top of Unit Microphone DMX Input Connector DMX Output Connector Blackout Controller Power/DMX Control Panel Jack Indicator Top of Unit IEC Power Connector Main Fuse Secondary Fuse Constellation User Manual 6 2007-01-09/10:53
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3. SETUP Lamp You will need to install a lamp prior to the initial operation of the fixture. A 575W HMI lamp is included. Warning! When replacing the lamp, please wait 15 minutes after powering down to allow the unit to cool down! Always disconnect from main power prior to lamp replacement. Do not touch the envelope (glass area) of the bulb with bare hands. If this happens, clean the lamp with alcohol and wipe it with a lint free cloth before installation. Lamp Installation 1) Remove th
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Disconnect the power cord Disconnect the power cord before before replacing a fuse and al replacing a fuse and alw wa ay ys s replace replace w wiith the th the same t same ty ype fuse. pe fuse. Fuse Replacement The fuse is located With a flat-head screwdriver, unscrew the inside this compartment. fuse holder from its housing. Remove the Remove using a flat damaged fuse from its holder and replace head screwdriver. FUSE with exact same type fuse. Screw the fuse holder back in i
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CABLE CONNECTORS Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end. Resistance 120 DMX connector configuration 1 ohm 1/4w between 3 pin 2 (DMX -) and 2 pin 3 (DMX +) of COMMON the last fixture. 1 1 DMX + INPUT 3 OUTPUT 3 Termination reduces signal errors and 2 2 to avoid signal transmission problems DMX - and interference, it is always advisable to connect a DMX signal terminator. CAUTION Do not allow contact between the common and the fixt
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Master/Slave Fixture Linking 1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin connector of the first fixture. 2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a (female) 3 pin connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin connector. Then, proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on. Often, the setup for Master-Slave and Stand
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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Navigating the Control Panel Access control panel functions using the three panel Power/DMX buttons located directly underneath the LCD Display. Indicator Button Function Used to access the menu and scroll through top-level menu items. Scrolls through menu options in ascending order Scrolls through menu options in descending order UP DOWN MODE The Control Panel LED Display shows the menu items you select from the menu m
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Menu Functions MENU DESCRIPTION OPTION DMX: The fixture will be controlled by a DMX signal coming from a DMX controller. The starting address must be selected, and can be set using the up and down buttons. Slave Unit: Sets the fixture to run in sync with the Master. You must set the first fixture in the data link to “Master” otherwise nothing will happen. Sound Active – Master Unit: Sets the fixture to Master status for Master-Slave operation and the built in programs will be tri
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DMX Mode This mode allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller. If you are unfamiliar with DMX, please read the DMX Primer on page 16. 1) Press until is displayed. 2) Use the and buttons to select the desired address. DMX Channel Values (19-channel mode) CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION (19-CHANNEL MODE) 1 000 255 Pan 1: 128 = halfway point 2 000 255 Tilt 1: 128 = halfway point 3 000 255 Pan 2: 128 = halfway point 4 000 255 Tilt 2: 128 = halfway
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DMX Channel Values (13-channel mode) CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION (19-CHANNEL MODE) 1 000 255 Pan 1 & 4: 128 = halfway point 2 000 255 Tilt 1 & 4: 128 = halfway point 3 000 255 Pan 2 & 5: 128 = halfway point 4 000 255 Tilt 2 & 5: 128 = halfway point 5 000 255 Pan 3 & 6: 128 = halfway point 6 000 255 Tilt 3 & 6: 128 = halfway point 7 000 255 Vector Speed: (Normal > Slow) Dimmer/Shutter 000 099 Dimmer (0 – 100%) 100 133 Open 8 134 243 Strobe (Fast > Slow) 244 249 No Function
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General Troubleshooting Applies to Foggers Dimmers Symptom Solution(s) Lights & Snow Controllers & Chaser Auto shut off Check fan thermal switch reset Beam is very dim or Clean optical system or replace lamp not bright Check 220/110v switch for proper setting Breaker/Fuse keeps Check total load placed on device blowing Chase is too slow Check users manual for speed adjustment Device has no power Check for power on Mains. Check device’s fuse. (internal and
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Technical Support Address: Service Dept. 3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 (U.S.A.) Support (Email): tech@chauvetlighting.com Telephone: (954) 929-1115 - (Press 4) Fax: (954) 929-5560 - (Attention: Service) Website: http://www.chauvetlighting.com 5. APPENDIX DMX Primer There are 512 channels in a DMX-512 connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A fixture capable of receiving DMX 512 will require one or a number of sequential channels. The user must assign a starting add
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General Maintenance To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently. Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency. As a general rule, fixtures should be cleaned at least twice a month. Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduced lamp life and increased mechanical wear. Be sure to power off fixture before conducting maintenance. Unplug fixture from power. Use a vacuum o
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Technical Specifications WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS Length........................................................................................................................... 33.5 in (850 mm) Width ............................................................................................................................ 31.5 in (800 mm) Height ........................................................................................................................... 11.8 in (300 mm) Weight
