Chauvet DJ Swarm Wash FX User manual

User Manual
LASER LIGHT
AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE
CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT
CLASSIFIED PER EN/IEC 60825-1:2007
Complies with FDA performance standards
for laser products except for deviations
pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June
24, 2007.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin................................................................................................................................7
What Is Included.......................................................................................................................................................7
Unpacking Instructions.............................................................................................................................................7
Claims .................................................................................................................................................................7
Manual Conventions.................................................................................................................................................7
Symbols....................................................................................................................................................................7
Disclaimer.................................................................................................................................................................7
Safety Notes.............................................................................................................................................................8
Non-Interlocked Housing Warning......................................................................................................................9
Laser Safety Notes..................................................................................................................................................9
Laser Safety Label Reproduction......................................................................................................................11
Laser Exposure Warning...................................................................................................................................12
Laser Emission Data.........................................................................................................................................12
Laser Compliance Statement............................................................................................................................12
2. Introduction.......................................................................................................................................13
Overview.................................................................................................................................................................13
Dimensions.............................................................................................................................................................14
3. Setup .................................................................................................................................................15
AC Power ...............................................................................................................................................................15
Fuse Replacement............................................................................................................................................15
Power Linking....................................................................................................................................................16
Power Linking Diagram ...............................................................................................................................16
Mounting.................................................................................................................................................................17
Orientation.........................................................................................................................................................17
Rigging ..............................................................................................................................................................17
Mounting Diagram.......................................................................................................................................17
Proper Usage .........................................................................................................................................................18
4. Operation...........................................................................................................................................19
Control Panel Operation.........................................................................................................................................19
Menu Map...............................................................................................................................................................19
Configuration (DMX)...............................................................................................................................................20
Starting Address................................................................................................................................................20
DMX Channel Assignments and Values...........................................................................................................21
18Channel...................................................................................................................................................21
02Channel...................................................................................................................................................24
IRC-6 Infrared Remote Control ..............................................................................................................................25
IRC-6 Operation................................................................................................................................................25
Configuration (Standalone) ....................................................................................................................................26
Sound-Active Mode...........................................................................................................................................26
Automatic Mode ................................................................................................................................................26
Speed Adjustment.............................................................................................................................................26
Master/Slave .....................................................................................................................................................26
Mode .................................................................................................................................................................26
5. Technical Information.......................................................................................................................27
Product Maintenance .............................................................................................................................................27
6. Technical Specifications..................................................................................................................28
Returns..................................................................................................................................................29
1. ANTES DE EMPAR............................................................................................................................30

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Qué va Incluido.......................................................................................................................................................30
Instrucciones de Desembalaje...............................................................................................................................30
Reclamaciones..................................................................................................................................................30
Convenciones del Manual......................................................................................................................................30
Símbolos.................................................................................................................................................................30
Exención de responsa-bilidad................................................................................................................................30
Notas de Seguridad................................................................................................................................................31
Advertencia sobre Carcasa no Cerrada............................................................................................................32
Notas de Seguridad sobre Láser............................................................................................................................32
Reproducción de la etiqueta de seguridad del láser.........................................................................................34
Advertencia sobre Exposición al Láser.............................................................................................................35
Declaración de Conformidad Láser...................................................................................................................35
2. INTRODUCCIÓN................................................................................................................................36
Vista general...........................................................................................................................................................36
Dimensiones...........................................................................................................................................................37
3. INSTALACIÓN...................................................................................................................................38
Corriente Alterna ....................................................................................................................................................38
Sustitución del Fusible ......................................................................................................................................38
Alimentación en cadena....................................................................................................................................39
Diagrama de alimentación en cadena.........................................................................................................39
Montaje...................................................................................................................................................................40
Orientación........................................................................................................................................................40
Colocación.........................................................................................................................................................40
Diagrama de montaje..................................................................................................................................40
Uso Adecuado........................................................................................................................................................41
4. FUNCIONAMIENTO...........................................................................................................................42
Manejo del Panel de Control..................................................................................................................................42
Mapa de menú........................................................................................................................................................42
Configuración (DMX)..............................................................................................................................................43
Dirección de inicio.............................................................................................................................................43
Valores y asignaciones de canal DMX .............................................................................................................44
18 canales...................................................................................................................................................44
02 canales...................................................................................................................................................47
Control remoto por infrarrojos IRC-6......................................................................................................................48
IRC-6 Funcionamiento ......................................................................................................................................48
Configuración (Independiente)...............................................................................................................................49
Modo Activo por sonido.....................................................................................................................................49
Modo Automático ..............................................................................................................................................49
Ajuste de la velocidad .......................................................................................................................................49
Modo Maestro/Esclavo......................................................................................................................................49
5. INFORMACIÓN TÉCNICA .................................................................................................................50
Mantenimiento del Producto...................................................................................................................................50
6. ESPECIFICACIONES TÉCNICAS......................................................................................................51
Devoluciones ........................................................................................................................................52
1. AVANT DE COMMENCER.................................................................................................................53
Ce Qui Est Compris................................................................................................................................................53
Instructions Relatives au Déballage.......................................................................................................................53
Réclamations.....................................................................................................................................................53
Conventions de Ce Manuel....................................................................................................................................53
Symboles................................................................................................................................................................53

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Clause de Non-Responsabilité...............................................................................................................................53
Consignes de Sécurité ...........................................................................................................................................54
Avertissement : Boîtier non Verrouillable..........................................................................................................55
Consignes de Sécurité Relatives au Laser ............................................................................................................55
Reproduction de l'étiquette de sécurité laser....................................................................................................57
Avertissement d'Exposition au Laser................................................................................................................58
Données d'Emission Laser................................................................................................................................58
Déclaration De Conformité Du Laser................................................................................................................58
2. Introduction.......................................................................................................................................59
Vue d'ensemble......................................................................................................................................................59
Dimensions.............................................................................................................................................................60
3. CONFIGURATION..............................................................................................................................61
Alimentation CA......................................................................................................................................................61
Remplacement du Fusible ................................................................................................................................61
Connexion Electrique........................................................................................................................................62
Schéma de chaînage électrique..................................................................................................................62
Installation ..............................................................................................................................................................63
Orientation.........................................................................................................................................................63
Suspension........................................................................................................................................................63
Schéma de montage...................................................................................................................................63
Utilisation Adéquate................................................................................................................................................64
4. FONCTIONNEMENT..........................................................................................................................65
Fonctionnement du Panneau de Commande ........................................................................................................65
Plan du menu .........................................................................................................................................................65
Configuration (DMX)...............................................................................................................................................66
Adresse de départ.............................................................................................................................................66
Affectation de canaux DMX et valeurs..............................................................................................................67
18 canaux....................................................................................................................................................67
02 canaux....................................................................................................................................................70
Télécommande infrarouge IRC-6...........................................................................................................................71
IRC-6 Fonctionnement......................................................................................................................................71
Configuration (autonome).......................................................................................................................................72
Mode d'activation par le son..............................................................................................................................72
Mode automatique.............................................................................................................................................72
Réglage de la vitesse........................................................................................................................................72
Maître/Esclave...................................................................................................................................................73
Mode .................................................................................................................................................................73
5. Informations Techniques .................................................................................................................74
Entretien de l'Appareil ............................................................................................................................................74
6. SPECIFICATIONS TECHNIQUES......................................................................................................75
Renvois .................................................................................................................................................76
1. ERSTE SCHRITTE.............................................................................................................................77
Packungs-inhalt......................................................................................................................................................77
Anweisungen für das Auspacken...........................................................................................................................77
Schadens-meldung ...........................................................................................................................................77
Konventionen des Handbuchs ...............................................................................................................................77
Symbole..................................................................................................................................................................77
Haftungs-ausschluss..............................................................................................................................................77
Sicherheits-hinweise...............................................................................................................................................78
Achtung! Kein Schutz bei geöffnetem Gehäuse...............................................................................................79

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Hinweise zur Lasersicher-heit ................................................................................................................................79
Warn- und Sicherheitsschilder auf dem Lasergerät..........................................................................................81
Warnung vor Laserstrahlen...............................................................................................................................82
Laseremissions-daten.......................................................................................................................................82
Laser-Konformitäts-erklärung............................................................................................................................82
2. EINLEITUNG......................................................................................................................................83
Übersicht ................................................................................................................................................................83
Abmessungen.........................................................................................................................................................84
3. EINRICHTEN DES GERÄTS..............................................................................................................85
Wechselstrom.........................................................................................................................................................85
Auswechseln der Sicherung..............................................................................................................................85
Serienschaltung der Geräte ..............................................................................................................................86
Abbildung für Serienschaltung ....................................................................................................................86
Montage..................................................................................................................................................................87
Montagerichtung................................................................................................................................................87
Hängende Montage...........................................................................................................................................87
Montageansicht...........................................................................................................................................87
Bestimmungs-gemäße Verwendung......................................................................................................................88
4. BETRIEB............................................................................................................................................89
Betrieb des Bedienfeldes .......................................................................................................................................89
Menüstruktur...........................................................................................................................................................89
Konfiguration (DMX)...............................................................................................................................................90
Startadresse......................................................................................................................................................90
DMX-Kanal – Zuordnungen und Werte.............................................................................................................91
18 Kanal ......................................................................................................................................................91
02 Kanal ......................................................................................................................................................94
IRC-6 Infrarot-Fernbedienung................................................................................................................................95
IRC-6 Betrieb.....................................................................................................................................................95
Konfiguration (Stand-alone) ...................................................................................................................................96
Musiksteuerungs-Modus...................................................................................................................................96
Auto-Modus.......................................................................................................................................................96
Geschwindigkeitseinstellung.............................................................................................................................97
Master/Slave .....................................................................................................................................................97
Modus................................................................................................................................................................97
5. Technische Informationen ...............................................................................................................98
Wartung des Geräts ...............................................................................................................................................98
6. TECHNISCHE DATEN .......................................................................................................................99
Rekla-mationen...................................................................................................................................100
1. VOORDAT U BEGINT...................................................................................................................... 101
Wat is er inbegrepen ............................................................................................................................................101
Uitpakinstructies...................................................................................................................................................101
Claims .............................................................................................................................................................101
Conventies van deze handleiding ........................................................................................................................101
Symbolen..............................................................................................................................................................101
Disclaimer.............................................................................................................................................................101
Veiligheids-voorschriften ......................................................................................................................................102
Niet-bevestigde waarschuwing op de behuizing.............................................................................................103
Veiligheids-voorschriften voor de laser ................................................................................................................103
Reproductie van veiligheidsetiket voor de laser..............................................................................................105
Blootstellingswaarschuwing van de laser .......................................................................................................106

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Emissiegegevens van de laser .......................................................................................................................106
Nalevingsverk-laring van de laser...................................................................................................................106
2. INLEIDING .......................................................................................................................................107
Overzicht ..............................................................................................................................................................107
Afmetingen ...........................................................................................................................................................108
3. INSTELLING ....................................................................................................................................109
AC-stroom ............................................................................................................................................................109
Vervangen van de zekering ............................................................................................................................109
Power Linking..................................................................................................................................................110
Power Linking Diagram .............................................................................................................................110
Montage................................................................................................................................................................111
Oriëntatie.........................................................................................................................................................111
Opbouw...........................................................................................................................................................111
Montagediagram .......................................................................................................................................111
Correct gebruik.....................................................................................................................................................112
4. WERKING ........................................................................................................................................113
Werking van het bedieningspaneel......................................................................................................................113
Menumap..............................................................................................................................................................113
Configuratie (DMX)...............................................................................................................................................114
Startadres........................................................................................................................................................114
DMX-kanaaltoewijzingen en waarden.............................................................................................................115
18 kanaal...................................................................................................................................................115
02 kanaal...................................................................................................................................................118
IRC-6 Infrarood Remote Control ..........................................................................................................................119
IRC-6 bediening ..............................................................................................................................................119
Configuratie (losstaand) .......................................................................................................................................120
Geluidsactieve modus.....................................................................................................................................120
Automatische modus.......................................................................................................................................120
Snelheidsaanpassing......................................................................................................................................120
Master/Slave ...................................................................................................................................................120
Modus..............................................................................................................................................................120
5. Technische informatie....................................................................................................................121
Productonderhoud................................................................................................................................................121
6. TECHNISCHE SPECIFICATIES....................................................................................................... 122
Retouren..............................................................................................................................................123
Contact Us...........................................................................................................................................124

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What Is
Included
•Swarm Wash FX
•External power cord
•Warranty card
•User Manual
Unpacking
Instructions
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the box to make sure all the parts are in
the package and are in good condition.
Claims
If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from
shipping or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. Failure to
do so in a timely manner may invalidate your claim with the carrier. In addition, keep the
container and all the packing material for inspection.
For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or
concealed damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery.
Manual
Conventions
Convention
Meaning
1–512
A range of values
50/60
A set of values of which only one can be chosen
Settings
A menu option not to be modified
Menu > Settings
A sequence of menu options to be followed
<ENTER>
A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel
ON
A value to be entered or selected
Symbols
Symbol
Meaning
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Ignoring this
information can cause the product to not work, damage it, or cause harm to
the operator.
Important installation or configuration information. The product may not
function correctly if this information is not used.
Useful information.
Disclaimer
Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects.
However, Chauvet assumes no responsibility and specifically disclaims any and all liability to
any party for any loss, damage or disruption caused by any errors or
omissions in this
document, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident or any other
cause. Chauvet reserves the right to revise the content of this document without any obligation
to notify any person or company of such revision, however, Chauvet has no obligation to
make, and does not commit to make, any such revisions. Download the latest version from
www.chauvetlighting.com.
The works of authorship contained in this manual, including, but not limited to, all design, text
and images are owned by Chauvet.
© Copyright 2016 Chauvet & Sons, Inc. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo and “Swarm Wash FX” are registered trademarks or trademarks
of Chauvet & Sons Inc. (d/b/a Chauvet and Chauvet Lighting) in the United States and other
countries. Other company and product names and logos referred to herein may be trademarks
of their respective companies.

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Safety Notes
The Safety Notes include important laser system safety information. Read and understand all
instructions before powering on the laser for the first time
. Knowing these safety instructions is
crucial to avoiding laser eye injury and breaking the law. Keep this User Manual
in a safe place
for future reference.
STOP AND READ ALL LASER SAFETY DATA
•Lasers can be hazardous and have unique safety considerations. Permanent eye injury and
blindness are possible if lasers are used incorrectly. Pay close attention to each safety
REMARK and WARNING statement in this User Manual. Read all instructions carefully
BEFORE operating this device.
•Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
•Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning.
•Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
•Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
•Never disconnect the product from power by pulling or tugging on the cord.
•If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.
•Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating.
•Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
•This product is not intended for permanent installation.
•Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the product is
within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
•The product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose the
product to rain or moisture.
•Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from
adjacent surfaces.
•Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
•Never connect the product to a dimmer.
•Always use the mounting bracket to carry the product.
•Do not switch the product on/off in short intervals. This will reduce the laser diode life.
•Do not shake this product. Avoid brute force when mounting or operating this product.
•ALWAYS use a safety cable when mounting the product overhead.
•The ambient operating temperature for the laser is 59 °F to 95 °F (15 °C to 35 °C). Do not
operate this product outside this range.
•In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.
•Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage
or malfunction. Contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.

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•Avoid direct eye contact with laser light. Never intentionally expose your eyes or others to
direct laser light.
•This laser product can potentially cause instant eye injury or blindness if laser light directly
strikes the eyes.
•It is illegal and dangerous to shine this laser into audience areas, where the audience or
other personnel could get direct laser beams or bright reflections into their eyes.
•It is a U.S. federal offense to shine any laser at aircraft.
•Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this User Manual
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
•To eliminate wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect
from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
•DO NOT attempt any repairs. Repairs and servicing must be carried out by a certified
technician. Unauthorized modifications are forbidden for safety reasons!
•Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If transferring ownership of the product
to another user, be sure this document is kept with the laser.
Non-Interlocked
Housing Warning
•
This unit contains high power laser devices internally.
•Do not open the laser housing, due to potential exposure to unsafe levels of laser radiation.
•The laser power levels, accessible if the unit is opened, can cause instant blindness, skin
burns, and fires.
Laser Safety
Notes
STOP AND READ ALL THE LASER SAFETY NOTES BELOW
Laser light is different from any other light. Laser light can cause eye injury if the product is not
set up and used properly. Laser light is a thousand times more concentrated than
any other kind
of light. This concentration can cause instant eye injuries by burning the retina (the light-
sensitive portion at the back of the eye). The heat from a laser light cannot be felt, but it can still
injure or blind product operators and the audience. Even very small amounts of laser light
at
long distances are are potentially hazardous.
DO NOT assume
that exposure to an individual laser beam is safe, even a tiny beam split off
from a larger beam. This laser product uses dozens of milliwatts of laser power—
Class 3B
levels internally—and splits them into multiple beams—Class 3R levels. The individual
Class 3R
level beams are potentially hazardous to the eyes.
DO NOT assume that a moving laser light is safe. Laser light is never without risk
. Since eye
injuries can occur instantly, it is critical to prevent the possibility of ANY
direct eye exposure.
According to laser safety regulations, it is not legal to aim Class 3R lasers into areas where
people can be exposed, even if the laser is aimed below people’s faces, such as at
a dance
floor.

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•Do not operate the laser without first reading and understanding all the safety and technical
data in this manual.
•ALWAYS set up and install all laser effects so that any laser light is at least 3 meters
(9.8 feet) above the floor on which people are standing. See the Proper Usage section of this
manual.
•After setup, and prior to public use, test the lasers to ensure they are functioning properly.
Do not use the product if any defect is detected.
•DO NOT use laser if it is emitting only one or two beams, rather than dozens/hundreds, as
this indicates damage to the diffraction grating optic, and allows emission of laser levels
higher than Class 3R.
•DO NOT point lasers at people or animals.
•DO NOT look into the laser aperture or laser beams.
•DO NOT point lasers into areas where people could be exposed to them..
•DO NOT point lasers at highly reflective surfaces such as windows, mirrors, and shiny metal.
Even laser reflections can be hazardous.
•Never point a laser at aircraft; this is a U.S. federal offense.
•Never point un-terminated laser beams into the sky.
•Do not expose the output optic (aperture) to harsh cleaning chemicals.
•Do not use the laser if the housing is damaged, open, or if the optics appear damaged in any
way.
•Never open the laser housing. The high laser power levels inside of the protective housing
can start fires or burn skin, and will cause instant eye injury.
•Never leave this product running unattended.
•The operation of a Class 3R laser show is allowed only if the lasers are operated by a skilled
and well-trained professional, who is familiar with the data included in this manual.
•The legal requirements for using laser entertainment products vary from country to country.
The user is responsible for the legal requirements in the location/country of use.
CAUTION! Do not operate this device in ways not specified in this User Manual. Failure to follow the
instructions will void the warranty, may damage the product, or injure the user or the audience.
CAUTION! This product cannot be discarded with household waste. Contact your local waste
management service for electronic disposal regulations in your area.

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Laser Safety Label
Reproduction
Rear
Front

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Laser Exposure
Warning
LASER LIGHT AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE
Further guidelines and safety programs for safe use of lasers can be found in the ANSI
Z136.1
Standard “For Safe Use of Lasers,”
available from the Laser Institute of America:
www.laserinstitute.org. Many local governments, corporations, agencies, military,
and others,
require all lasers to be used under the guidelines of ANSI
Z136.1. Laser Display guidance can
be obtained via the International Laser Display Association: www.laserist.org.
Laser Emission
Data
As measured under
IEC measurement
conditions for
classification.
Laser Classification Class 3R
Green Laser Medium DPSS Nd:YVO4, 532 nm/30 mW
Red Laser Medium LD GaAIAs, 650 nm/100 mW
Beam Diameter <5 mm at aperture
Pulse Data All pulses < 4 Hz (>0.25 sec)
Divergence (each beam) <2 mrad
Divergence (total light) <160 degrees
Laser Power of Each Beam from Aperture* <5 mW
Laser
Compliance
Statement
This laser product complies with EN/IEC 60825-1 Ed 2, 2007-03, and U.S. FDA/CDRH
FLPPS via the terms of Laser Notice No. 50 dated June 24, 2007. This laser device is
classified 3R. (Class 3R is the international equivalent of U.S. Class IIIa.
) No maintenance
is required to keep this product in compliance with laser performance standards.

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2. INTRODUCTION
Overview
Wash LEDs x8
Sound
Sensitivity
Power In
Swarm LEDs x8
Laser Output
DMX In
DMX Out
Microphone
Power Out
Fuse Holder
Safety
Loop
Display and
Control Buttons
LED Indicator
Lights
Sound
DMX
Slave
Auto
Menu Up Down Enter
IR Sensor
SMD Strobe LEDs x12

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Dimensions
9.4 in
(241 mm)
13.1 in
(334 mm)
13 in
(332 mm)

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3. SETUP
AC Power
The Swarm Wash FX has an internal auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input
voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
To determine the product’s power requirements (
circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use
the current value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to 6. Technical
Specifications in this manual. The listed current rating indicates the product
’s average current
draw under normal conditions.
•
Always connect the product to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure
the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electroc
ution or
fire.
•To eliminate wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-
use completely
disconnect from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Never connect the product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the
rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
Fuse
Replacement
Disconnect the product from power.
Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
Remove the blown fuse from the holder.
Replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.
Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse.
Installed fuse
(held by plastic clip)
Spare fuse holder
(inside safety cap)
Safety cap

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Power Linking
Power linking is when products are daisy chained together through the power in and power out
plugs, allowing many products to be powered from one wall outlet.
Up to 15 Swarm Wash FX products can be power linked at 120 V, a
nd up to
26 Swarm Wash FX products can be power linked at 230 V.
The diagram below illustrates the power linking process.
Power Linking
Diagram
Do not power link more than 15 Swarm Wash FX on 120 V.
Do not power link more than 26 Swarm Wash FX on 230 V.
The power linking diagram above shows the North American version of the product only!
Power linking connectors and requirements differ from country to country,
and region to
region.
If using this product anywhere other than North America, consult with the local
Chauvet
distributor.
1st Product
2nd Product
3rd Product
Additional Products

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Mounting
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the
Safety Notes.
Use at least one mounting point per product. Make sure the mounting clamp
(such as CLP-15 from Chauvet) is capable of supporting the weight of the pr
oduct. For our
Chauvet line of mounting clamps, go to www.chauvetlighting.com/cables-clamps-main.html.
Orientation
The Swarm Wash FX must be mounted in a position that includes planning for safe laser usage.
In addition, make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product.
Rigging
•
Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy access to the
product for maintenance and programming.
•Make sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting the product can support
the product’s weight (see Technical Specifications).
•When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable (such as CH-05 from
Chauvet). Mount the product securely to a rigging point, such as an elevated platform or a
truss.
•When rigging the product onto a truss, you should use a mounting clamp of appropriate
weight capacity. The bracketed has a 13-mm hole, which is appropriate for this purpose.
•The bracket adjustment knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming the product to
the desired angle. Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually. Using tools could
damage the knobs.
Mounting Diagram
Mounting Bracket
Mounting Clamp
Safety Cable
Bracket Adjustment
Knob x2

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Proper Usage
This product is for overhead mounting only. For safety purposes, Chauvet recommends
mounting lighting effect products on steady elevated platforms or sturdy overhead supports
using suitable hanging clamps. In all cases, use safety cables. Obtain appropriat
e mounting
hardware from your lighting vendor.
International laser safety regulations require that laser products must be operated in the fashion
illustrated below, with a minimum of 3 meters
(9.8 ft) of vertical separation between the floor and
the lowest
laser light. Additionally, 3 meters of horizontal separation is required between laser
light and audience or other public spaces.
CAUTION! Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than THOSE specified IN
THIS USER MANUAL may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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4. OPERATION
This product is not designed for continual use. Make sure there are regular breaks during operation to maximize the life
of your laser. Always disconnect the Swarm Wash FX from power when not in use.
Control Panel
Operation
To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the display.
When the product is on, the LED monitor on the rear panel will show the current operat
ing mode
(Standalone or DMX). The product will retain the last saved settings when powered off.
Button
Function
<MENU>
Selects an operation mode or backs out of the current menu option
<UP>
Scrolls up the list of options or selects a higher value
<DOWN>
Scrolls down the list of options or selects a lower value
<ENTER>
Activates a menu option or a selected value
Menu Map
Mode
Programming Steps
Description
DMX
2-CH
d001–d511
Sets DMX address and personality
18CH
d001–d495
Auto
P--
P 1-15
Selects Auto Program Effect and speed (slow to fast)
Speed S--
S.01–S.99
Speed for Sound Mode and Auto Programs
Sound
SND
SN 1-15
Selects Sound Active Mode Program Effects
IR Function SET
ON
On/Off IR functions
OFF
Auto and Sound Modes Defined
Program
Effect
1
All Effects- Derby, Laser, Strobes and Wash
2
Wash Only
3
Laser Only
4
Derby Only
5
Strobes Only
6
Wash, Laser and Derby
7
Wash, Laser and Strobes
8
Wash, Derby and Strobes
9
Laser, Derby and Strobes
10
Wash and Laser
11
Wash and Derby
12
Wash and Strobes
13
Laser and Derby
14
Laser and Strobes
15
Derby and Strobes

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Configuration
(DMX)
Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller. The product uses 3-pin DMX
cable.
Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input socket
on the product.
Starting Address
When selecting a DMX starting address, always consider the number of DMX channels used by
the fixture. If you choose a starting
address that is too high, you could restrict the access to
some of the product’s channels.
The Swarm Wash FX uses 2 or 18 DMX channels, which
means the highest DMX address you
can use in 18 Channel mode, is 495.
If you are not familiar with the DMX protoco
l, download the DMX Primer from
http://www.chauvetlighting.com.
To select the starting DMX address, do the following:
Press <MENU> repeatedly until 02CH or 18CH blinks on the display and the DMX light
come on.
Press <ENTER> and d001–d495 will appear on the screen.
Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address.
Press <ENTER> to put the fixture in DMX mode. The display will continue to blink.
The display will continue to blink until the fixture receives a DMX signal.