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DMX-500
Intimidator Color™
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 CONTENT BEFORE YOU BEGIN........................................................................................................................................................... 3 WHAT IS INCLUDED................................................................................................................................................................................ 3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN What is included Intimidator Color™ (DMX-500) Power cord with plug ELC 24V 250W MR-16 lamp Manual with Warranty Card 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 mishandlin
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INTRODUCTION The Intimidator Color™ DMX-500 brings the latest automated intelligent lighting technology to a super compact and affordable fixture. The Intimidator Color™ features a super bright 250 watt halogen bulb encased in a highly optimized dichroic reflector ensuring optimum lamp performance. DMX-512 control means total control of your light show and an internal microphone enables sound activated programs to perform seamlessly. The Intimidator Color(tm) is best suited for small cl
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Introduction Product Overview DMX Input Lamp Cover Locking 3-pin XLR Remove screw male socket to slide out DMX Output Locking 3-pin XLR female socket Power Input Fuse Holder Dipswitches Provided for DMX channel addressing Audio Sensitivity (POT) Adjust audio sensitivity to improve fixture Integrated Mic response Top Cover also Lamp Hanging Bracket cover (Yoke) Yoke tensioning knob Manual Focus Lens Gun DMX-500 User Manual 5 Revision: 10/11/2006 1:11 PM
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SETUP Lamp You will need to install a lamp prior to the initial operation of the fixture. An ELC 250W halogen 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)
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Setup Mounting ORIENTATION This fixture may be mounted in any position provided there is adequate room for ventilation. RIGGING Hanging Clamp It is important never to obstruct the fan or 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 selecting installation location, take into consideration lamp replacement acce
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Modes The Intimidator Color™ DMX-500 can be operated in three ways. • A stand-alone mode will listen to sound and run through its diverse range of built in programs. • Master/Slave mode will allow the command of up to as many units you want in a synchronized light show to the sound. • DMX control mode will provide the greatest flexibility and creativity. Each fixture trait can be controlled individually using any universal DMX-512 controller. Stand
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Operating Instructions MASTER/SLAVE SHOW CUSTOMIZATION You can manually assign a slave device number to the fixtures by adjusting the dip-switches as illustrated below. This provides a way for you to customize the playback such as creating unison movement across selections or counter movements. MANUAL SLAVE SETTINGS FIXTURE 1 FIXTURE 2 FIXTURE 3 FIXTURE 4 DMX Mode Operating in a DMX Control mode environment gives the user the greatest flexibility when it comes to customizing
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Operating Instructions following manner. By subtracting the largest switch value possible from the selected start address which does not cause a negative number. EXAMPLE STARTING ADDRESS THE CHANNEL ADDRESSES WERE SELECTED AT RANDOM. IT IS RECOMMENDED TO SEQUENCE YOUR FIXTURES FOLLOWING A NUMERICAL ORDER. Address 10 Pin # 4 = 8 Pin # 2 = 2 DMX Values Total = 10 Address 24 Pin # 5 = 16 Pin # 4 = 8 DMX Values Total = 24 Resolving address 233 – (128) = 105, Turn ON Dip # 8
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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 address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the controller. There are many different 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 advanc
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Appendix DMX Channel Values Channel Value Function Speed 000 219 Fast > Slow 1 220 239 Sound activated mode; Slow 240 255 Sound activated mode; Fast Color 000 009 Closed 010 019 White/Open Magenta 020 029 030 039 Amber 040 049 Cyan 050 059 Dark Green 060 069 Pink 070 079 Blue 2 080 089 Red 090 099 Yellow 100 109 Green 110 119 Dark Red 120 129 Dark Pink 130 139 UV-Purple 140 149 Light Blue 150 159 Orange 160 255 Color Scroll: Speed set by ch
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Appendix 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 vacu
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Appendix General Troubleshooting Applies to Fogge Dimme Light rs & Controlle rs& Symptom Solution(s) s Snow rs Chaser Auto shut off Check fan thermal switch reset Beam is very dim or not Clean optical system or replace lamp 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. (i
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Appendix Technical Specifications WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS Length...................................................................................................................... 279.4 mm (11.00 in) Width ......................................................................................................................... 196.9 mm (7.75 in) Height ........................................................................................................................ 247.7 mm (9.75 in
