Chauvet DJ SlimBANK T18 USB User manual

User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin.......................................................................................................... 3
What Is Included .............................................................................................................................3
Unpacking Instructions....................................................................................................................3
Claims..................................................................................................................................................... 3
Text Conventions............................................................................................................................3
Symbols ..........................................................................................................................................3
Disclaimer .......................................................................................................................................3
Product at a Glance ........................................................................................................................4
Safety Notes....................................................................................................................................4
2. Introduction................................................................................................................... 5
Product Overview............................................................................................................................5
Product Dimensions........................................................................................................................6
3. Setup.............................................................................................................................. 7
AC Power........................................................................................................................................7
Fuse Replacement..........................................................................................................................7
Power Linking......................................................................................................................................... 7
Mounting .........................................................................................................................................8
Orientation.............................................................................................................................................. 8
Rigging ................................................................................................................................................... 8
4. Operation....................................................................................................................... 9
Control Panel Operation..................................................................................................................9
Menu Map .......................................................................................................................................9
DMX Linking..................................................................................................................................10
Configuration (DMX)............................................................................................................................. 10
D-Fi USB Connectivity ..................................................................................................................10
Configuration (D-Fi USB)...................................................................................................................... 10
DMX Personality and Starting Address................................................................................................. 11
DMX Channel Assignments and Values.......................................................................................11
13CH .................................................................................................................................................... 11
9-CH..................................................................................................................................................... 12
9-CH (cont.)......................................................................................................................................... 13
5-CH..................................................................................................................................................... 13
3-CH..................................................................................................................................................... 13
Configuration (Standalone)...........................................................................................................14
Automatic Programs............................................................................................................................. 14
Auto-Program Speed............................................................................................................................ 14
Sound-Active Mode .............................................................................................................................. 14
Sound Sensitivity.................................................................................................................................. 14
Preset Color Mode................................................................................................................................ 14
Custom Color Mixing ............................................................................................................................ 14
Dimmer Speed...................................................................................................................................... 14
Temperature......................................................................................................................................... 14
IRC-6 Infrared Remote Control.....................................................................................................15
IRC-6 Operation.................................................................................................................................... 15
Master/Slave Mode (wired)...........................................................................................................16
Master/Slave Mode (D-Fi USB) ....................................................................................................16
5. Maintenance .................................................................................................................17
Product Maintenance....................................................................................................................17
6. Technical Specifications..............................................................................................18
Returns .............................................................................................................................19
Contact Us .........................................................................................................................20

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1.BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What Is
Included
•SlimBANK T18 USB
•Barn Doors
•Power Cord
•Warranty Card
•Quick Reference Guide
Unpacking
Instructions
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container 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 report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In
addition, keep the box and contents 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.
Text
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
Electrical warning. Not following these instructions may cause
electrical damage to the product, accessories, or the user.
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not
following these instructions may make the product not work, cause
damage to the product, 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 notlimited to, alldesign,
text and images are owned by Chauvet.
©Copyright 2016 Chauvet & Sons, LLC.All rights reserved.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo, SlimBANK T18 USB, and D-Fi USB are
registered trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet & Sons, LLC. (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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Product at a
Glance
Use on Dimmer
x
Auto Programs
P
Outdoor Use
x
Auto-ranging Power Supply
P
Sound-Active
P
Replaceable Fuse
P
DMX
P
User-Serviceable
x
Master/Slave
P
Safety Notes
Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before working with the product. The
Notes include important safety information about installation, usage, and maintenance.
•Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
•Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing
the fuse.
•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 cord 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.
•Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
•Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the
hanging/mounting bracket.
•The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate the
product at higher temperatures.
•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. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance
center.
•To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use
completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Keep this User Manual for future use. If you sell the product to someone else, be
sure that they also receive this document.

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2.INTRODUCTION
Product Overview
WARNING! DO NOT plug anything other than a D-Fi USB into the USB port. Doing so
may cause damage to the product.
DMX In/Out
Power In
Microphone
D-Fi USB
Port
Power Out
Safety Cable
Pass-Through
Fuse Holder
Display
Menu Buttons
Back Panel View
Front View
Lenses
IR Sensor

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Product Dimensions
15.5 in
395 mm
2.1 in
55 mm
10.2 in
260 mm

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3.SETUP
AC Power
The SlimBANK T18 USB has an 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 the product’s specifications chart.
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 electrocution or fire.
•To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of
non-use completely disconnect the product 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
1. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
2. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
3. Remove the blown fuse from the holder and replace with a fuse of the exact same
type and rating.
4. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
Disconnect the product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse.
Power Linking The product provides power linking via the Edison
outlet located in the back of the
product. Please see the diagram below for further explanation.
Power Linking
Diagram
You can power link up to 13 SlimBANK T18 USB product
s on 120 VAC or up to
24 SlimBANK T18 USB products on 230 VAC.
The power linking diagram corresponds to the North American version of the
product ONLY! If using the product
in other markets, you must consult with the
local Chauvet
distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may
differ in your country or region.
Spare fuse holder
(inside safety cap)
Installed fuse
(held by plastic clip)
Safety cap
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.
Orientation
The SlimBANK T18 USB
may be mounted in any position; however, 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 purposes.
•Make sure that the structure onto which you are mounting the product can support
the product’s weight. See the Technical Specifications for weight information.
•When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the
product securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.
•When rigging the product onto a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight
capacity.
•When power linking multiple products, mount the products close enough for power
linking cables to reach.
•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 Clamp
(such as the CLP-
15N
from Chauvet)
Double-
Bracketed Yoke
Safety Cable
(such as CH-05
from Chauvet)
Bracket Adjustment
Knob x 2
Barn Doors

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4.OPERATION
Control Panel
Operation
To access the control panel functions,
use the four buttons located underneath the
display. Please refer to the Product Overview to see the button locations
on the control
panel.
Button
Function
<MENU>
Press to find an operation mode or to back out of the current menu option
<UP>
Press to scroll up the list of options or to find a higher value
<DOWN>
Press to scroll down the list of options or to find a lower value
<ENTER>
Press to activate a menu option or a selected value
Menu Map
Main Level
Programming Levels
Description
3-CH
d001–512
3-channel DMX mode
5-CH
d001–512
5-channel DMX mode
9-CH
d001–512
9-channel DMX mode
13CH
d001–512
13-channel DMX mode
C--
C1–18
Static colors
P--
(automatic)
P1–14 Automatic programs
S--
S--1–100
Program speed for P1–P14
Snd
(sound-active)
Snd Sound-Active program
SenS
u--0–100
Sound sensitivity setting
U--
r000–255
(red)
Custom static colors
Combine red, green, and blue
g000–255
(green)
b000–255
(blue)
dIM
OFF
Dimmer speed mode, fast to slow, or off
dIM1
dIM2
dIM3
teMP
_ _
Displays current product temperature
SEr
On
IR function on or off
OFF

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DMX Linking
The SlimBANK T18
USB works with a DMX controller. Information about DMX is in the
CHAUVET DMX Primer, which is available from the Chauvet website
http://www.chauvetlighting.com/downloads/DMX_Primer_rev05_WO.pdf.
Configuration
(DMX)
Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input
socket on the product.
D-Fi USB
Connectivity
The SlimBANK T18 USB is able to become a D-Fi wirele
ss receiver/transmitter with the
use of the D-
Fi USB from Chauvet DJ. Simply set the product's DMX Personality and
DMX Address, set the DIP switch D-Fi receiving/transmitting channel, then plug it into the
D-Fi USB port.
WARNING! DO NOT plug anything other than a D-
Fi USB into the USB port. Doing
so may cause damage to the product.
Once plugged in, the D-
Fi USB will take over the product. Wired DMX, manual
display control / menu buttons and IRC will be unavailable until you unplug the
D-Fi USB. The priority levels are:
1. D-Fi USB
2. Wired DMX 3. IRC-6 Remote Control 4. Manual Digital Display/Menu Buttons
Configuration
(D-Fi USB)
1. Set the DMX Personality and DMX address on your product.
2. Use the Chart provided to set BOTH:
•the Channel, and then
•the Receiving or Transmitting option.
NOTE: DIP Switch 5 is for Transmitting OR Receiving, please choose carefully.
D-Fi USB DIP Switch
Channels
RECEIVING
TRANSMITTING