Chauvet Professional C6 User manual

User Manual

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This User Manual includes a description of safety precautions, setup, installation, operation, and
maintenance for the CHAUVET® C6 video panel.
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Author
Date
Editor
Date
L. Henry
08/22/14
A. Leon
09/17/14

Table Of Contents
1. Before You Begin......................................................................................................7
What Is Included..........................................................................................................................7
Unpacking....................................................................................................................................7
Symbols.......................................................................................................................................7
Safety Notes................................................................................................................................8
Expected LED Lifespan...............................................................................................................8
2. Introduction...............................................................................................................9
Product Description.....................................................................................................................9
Product Features......................................................................................................................9
Required Accessories ..............................................................................................................9
Optional Accessories................................................................................................................9
Product Overview......................................................................................................................10
Product Dimensions ..................................................................................................................11
3. Setup And Installation............................................................................................12
AC Power ..................................................................................................................................12
AC Plug ..................................................................................................................................12
Power Linking............................................................................................................................13
Power Linking Diagram ..........................................................................................................13
Signal Connection .....................................................................................................................14
Signal Connection Diagram....................................................................................................14
Mounting....................................................................................................................................15
PVP™ Rig Kit............................................................................................................................15
PVP™ Rig Kit Diagram ..........................................................................................................15
M12 Inserts................................................................................................................................16
M12 Inserts Diagram..............................................................................................................16
Panel Configurations.................................................................................................................16
Panel Configurations Diagrams..............................................................................................17
Speego Bolts.............................................................................................................................18
Speego Bolt Diagram .............................................................................................................18
Installation Guidelines ...............................................................................................................18
4. Configuration And Operation.................................................................................19
Testing The Panels ...................................................................................................................19
LED Studio Software.................................................................................................................19
VIP™ Driver...............................................................................................................................19
Video System Products Used With C6......................................................................................19
5. Technical Information.............................................................................................20
Maintenance..............................................................................................................................20
Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................................20
6. Technical Specifications........................................................................................21
Dimensions And Weight............................................................................................................21
Electrical....................................................................................................................................21
Light Source ..............................................................................................................................21
Photo Optic................................................................................................................................21
Thermal .....................................................................................................................................21
Data Connections......................................................................................................................21
Ordering.....................................................................................................................................21
Return Policy and Procedure.....................................................................................22
Contact Us...................................................................................................................23

1. Antes de Empezar...................................................................................................24
Qué va Incluido..........................................................................................................................24
Desembalaje..............................................................................................................................24
Símbolos....................................................................................................................................24
Notas de Seguridad...................................................................................................................25
Vida Útil Prevista del LED.........................................................................................................25
2. Introducción............................................................................................................26
Descripción del Producto ..........................................................................................................26
Características del Producto ..................................................................................................26
Accesorios Necesarios...........................................................................................................26
Accesorios Opcionales...........................................................................................................26
Visión General del Producto......................................................................................................27
Dimensiones del Producto ........................................................................................................28
3. Montaje e Instalación..............................................................................................29
Corriente Alterna .......................................................................................................................29
Enchufe CA ............................................................................................................................29
Alimentación en Cadena ...........................................................................................................30
Diagrama de Alimentación en Cadena ..................................................................................30
Conexión de Señal....................................................................................................................31
Diagrama de Conexión de Señal ...........................................................................................31
Montaje......................................................................................................................................32
PVP™ Rig Kit............................................................................................................................32
Diagrama del PVP™ Rig Kit...................................................................................................32
Inserciones M12........................................................................................................................33
Diagrama de Inserciones M12 ...............................................................................................33
Configuraciones de los Paneles................................................................................................33
Diagramas de Configuraciones de los Paneles.....................................................................34
Tornillos Speego........................................................................................................................35
Diagrama de Tornillo Speego.................................................................................................35
Pauta de Instalación..................................................................................................................35
4. Configuración y Funcionamiento ..........................................................................36
Probar los Paneles....................................................................................................................36
Software LED Studio.................................................................................................................36
VIP™ Driver...............................................................................................................................36
Productos de Sistema de Vídeo Usados con el C6..................................................................36
5. Información Técnica...............................................................................................37
Mantenimiento...........................................................................................................................37
Resolución de Problemas .........................................................................................................37
6. Especificaciones Técnicas.....................................................................................38
Dimensiones y Peso..................................................................................................................38
Eléctricas...................................................................................................................................38
Fuente de luz.............................................................................................................................38
Óptica foto.................................................................................................................................38
Térmicas....................................................................................................................................38
Conexiones de datos.................................................................................................................38
Pedidos......................................................................................................................................38
Política y Procedimiento de Devoluciones................................................................39
Contacto ......................................................................................................................40

1. Avant de Commencer.............................................................................................42
Contenu.....................................................................................................................................42
Déballage ..................................................................................................................................42
Symboles...................................................................................................................................42
Consignes de Sécurité ..............................................................................................................43
Durée de Vie des LEDs.............................................................................................................43
2. Introduction.............................................................................................................44
Description de l'Appareil............................................................................................................44
Caractéristiques de l'Appareil.................................................................................................44
Accessoires Nécessaires .......................................................................................................44
Accessoires Optionnels..........................................................................................................44
Vue d'Ensemble du Produit.......................................................................................................45
Dimensions de l'Appareil...........................................................................................................46
3. Configuration et Installation...................................................................................47
Alimentation CA.........................................................................................................................47
Prise CA .................................................................................................................................47
Chaînage Électrique..................................................................................................................48
Schéma de chaînage électrique.............................................................................................48
Connexion du Signal .................................................................................................................49
Schéma des Connexions de Signal .......................................................................................49
Installation .................................................................................................................................50
Kit d'Installation PVP™..............................................................................................................51
Diagramme du Kit d'Installation PVP™..................................................................................51
Inserts M12................................................................................................................................52
Diagramme des Inserts M12..................................................................................................52
Configurations du Panneau.......................................................................................................52
Diagrammes des Configurations de Panneaux......................................................................53
Boulons Speego........................................................................................................................54
Diagramme d'un Boulon Speego ...........................................................................................54
Instructions pour l'installation ....................................................................................................54
4. Configuration et Utilisation....................................................................................55
Test des Panneaux ...................................................................................................................55
Logiciel LED Studio...................................................................................................................55
VIP™ Driver...............................................................................................................................55
Appareils de Système Vidéo Utilisés avec le C6 ......................................................................55
5. Informations Techniques .......................................................................................56
Entretien....................................................................................................................................56
Dépannage................................................................................................................................56
6. Spécifications Techniques.....................................................................................57
Dimensions et Poids..................................................................................................................57
Alimentation Électrique..............................................................................................................57
Source Lumineuse ....................................................................................................................57
Optique Photo............................................................................................................................57
Thermique .................................................................................................................................57
Connections de Données..........................................................................................................57
Commande................................................................................................................................57
Politique et Procédure de Retour...............................................................................58
Nous Contacter ...........................................................................................................59

1. Voordat u begint .....................................................................................................61
Wat is er inbegrepen .................................................................................................................61
Uitpakken...................................................................................................................................61
Symbolen...................................................................................................................................61
Veiligheidsinstructies.................................................................................................................62
Verwachte levensduur van de LED-lamp..................................................................................62
2. Inleiding...................................................................................................................63
Productbeschrijving...................................................................................................................63
Producteigenschappen...........................................................................................................63
Vereiste accessoires ..............................................................................................................63
Optionele accessoires............................................................................................................63
Productoverzicht........................................................................................................................64
Afmetingen van het product ......................................................................................................65
3. Opstelling en installatie..........................................................................................66
AC-stroom .................................................................................................................................66
AC-stekker..............................................................................................................................66
Power Linking............................................................................................................................67
Power Linking-diagram...........................................................................................................67
Signaalverbinding......................................................................................................................68
Signaalverbindingsdiagram....................................................................................................68
Montage.....................................................................................................................................69
PVP™-opbouwset.....................................................................................................................69
PVP™-opbouwsetdiagram.....................................................................................................70
M12-inzetstukken ......................................................................................................................71
M12-inzetstukdiagram............................................................................................................71
Paneelconfiguraties...................................................................................................................71
Paneelconfiguratiediagrammen..............................................................................................72
Speego-bouten..........................................................................................................................73
Speego-bout diagram.............................................................................................................73
Installatierichtlijnen....................................................................................................................73
4. Configuratie en bediening......................................................................................74
Testen van de panelen..............................................................................................................74
LED Studio-software .................................................................................................................74
VIP™ Driver...............................................................................................................................74
Videosysteemproducten die worden gebruikt met C6...............................................................74
5. Technische informatie............................................................................................75
Onderhoud.................................................................................................................................75
Problemen oplossen..................................................................................................................75
6. Technische Specificaties .......................................................................................76
Afmetingen en gewicht..............................................................................................................76
Elektrisch...................................................................................................................................76
Lichtbron....................................................................................................................................76
Foto-optisch...............................................................................................................................76
Thermisch..................................................................................................................................76
Gegegevensaansluitingen.........................................................................................................76
Bestellen....................................................................................................................................76
Retourbeleid en -procedure........................................................................................77
Neem contact op.........................................................................................................78

Before You Begin
C6 User Manual Rev. 2 Page 7 of 80
1.Before You Begin
What Is Included
•4 C6 panels
•1 Neutrik® powerCON® power cord
•4 Neutrik® powerCON® power linking cords
•4 Neutrik® etherCON® signal linking cords
•Warranty card
•User Manual
Unpacking
Carefully unpack the C6 panels and check that all the parts are in the package, and are in good
condition.
If the box, or any of the contents, appear damaged from shipping, or show signs of mishandling,
save all the packaging and file a claim with the carrier immediately, do not notify Chauvet. Failure to
report damage to the carrier immediately, or failure to have all the packaging available for
inspection, could invalidate the claim.
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. For information on contacting
Chauvet, see Contact Us at the end of this manual.
Symbols
Symbols
Meaning
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Failure to comply with this
information may cause the product not to work, damage third-party equipment, or
cause harm to the operator.
Important installation or configuration information. Failure to comply with this
information may keep the product from working.
Useful information.

Before You Begin
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Safety Notes
Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before starting to work with the product. These
notes provide important safety information about the installation, usage, and maintenance.
•Always connect the product to a grounded circuit.
•Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
•Always connect this product to a power source with the proper voltage as listed on the
product sticker.
•Do not operate the product if you see damage on the housing, LED strips, or cables.
•This product is for indoor use only! It is rated IP40. Do not expose the product to rain or
moisture.
•Always disconnect the product form the power source before cleaning it.
•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 disconnect the product from the power source by pulling or tugging on the cord.
•If mounting the product overhead, always secure it using a safety cable.
•Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when it is operating.
•CAUTION: When transferring product from extreme temperature environments, (e.g.
cold truck to warm humid ballroom) condensation may form on the internal electronics of
the product. To avoid causing a failure, allow product to fully acclimate to the
surrounding.
•Never connect the product to a dimmer or a rheostat.
•Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation.
•Do not operate the product in an ambient temperature higher than 104 °F (45 °C).
•This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in this User
Manual will only apply to properly trained Chauvet certified technicians. Do not open the
housing or attempt any repairs.
•All applicable local codes and regulations apply for proper installation of this product.
•In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.
•Any damages caused by manual modifications are not subject to warranty. Chauvet will
not accept liability for damage caused by unauthorized modifications or not observing
the safety warnings and instructions in the manual.
If the product requires repair contact Chauvet. For more information, see Return Policy and
Procedure and Contact Us.
Expected LED Lifespan
LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time, primarily because of the heat of their operating
temperature and using. When LEDs are clustered, as they are in video panels, they generate higher
operating temperature than they do when not clustered. Using clustered LEDs at their fullest
intensity reduces the LEDs’ lifespan. The C6 panels have a thermal management system designed
to overcome this and provide the most brilliant image possible with the longest LED lifespan. The
C6 panel’s LED lifespan is 50,000 hours. However, the LED lifespan can be extended even further
by increasing the ventilation around the panels and keeping the ambient temperature to an optimal
operating range. In addition, limiting the overall projection intensity may also help to extend the
LEDs’ lifespan.

Introduction
C6 User Manual Rev. 2 Page 9 of 80
2.Introduction
Product Description
C6 is a 6.25 mm pixel pitch LED video panel designed specifically for permanent installation. It uses
black face SMD 3528 LEDs for superb contrast. It is quiet, lightweight, measures 1 x 0.5 m and is
modularly designed for easy installation and customization.
The C6 power and signal connections are compatible with the CHAUVET® VIP™ lines, so C6 video
walls and PVP™ video walls can be managed with the same control source.
C6 panels are operated with the VIP™ line of signal distribution and control products, and
configured with the CHAUVET® LED Studio software running on a PC. For more information about
the VIP™ line or LED Studio, download the User Manuals from the Chauvet website at
http://www.chauvetlighting.com/product-manuals-literature/.
Product Features
•6.25 mm pixel pitch and a 140° viewing angle for a detailed and easily viewed image
•Black face SMD 3528 LEDs for superb contrast
•Tight LED binning for consistent color rendering across panels
•Solid, lightweight, modular construction for flexible configuration
•Compatibility with PVP™ Rig Kit for suspended mounting of up to 10 panels per Rig Kit
•M12 threaded inserts for easy and secure permanent installation
•Fanless operation for silent operation
•Fully compatible with VIP™ Driver, VIP™ Signal Distributor, and VIP™ Media Server Pro
Required Accessories
•VIP™ Driver (required)
•LED Studio (required)
Optional Accessories
•VIP™ Signal Distributor (required for operating more than 24 panels)
•Signal cables (Neutrik® etherCON® Signal Extensions)
oETHERCON18IN
oETHERCON5FT
oETHERCON10FT
•Power cables (Neutrik® powerCON® Extension)
oPOWERCONEXT18IN
oPOWERCONEXT5FT
oPOWERCONEXT10FT
oPOWERCONEXT25FT

Introduction
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Product Overview
Power In
Signal
In/Out
Power Out
Signal
In/Out
Test Button
Signal Indicator
Power Indicator
Front
Back
Long
Edge
Short Edge
Male Speego
Connectors (x4)
Female Speego
Connectors (x4)
Ventilation Slots
5 Per Long Edge
2 Per Short Edge