Chauvet BEAMSHOT 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
Overview...........................................................................................................................................5
Dimensions.......................................................................................................................................6
3. Setup.............................................................................................................................. 7
AC Power .........................................................................................................................................7
Fuse Replacement .................................................................................................................................... 7
Power Linking............................................................................................................................................ 8
Mounting...........................................................................................................................................9
Orientation................................................................................................................................................. 9
Rigging...................................................................................................................................................... 9
4. Operation......................................................................................................................10
Control Panel Operation.................................................................................................................10
Menu Map.......................................................................................................................................10
Configuration (DMX).......................................................................................................................10
DMX Personalities and Starting Address................................................................................................. 10
DMX Channel Modes, Assignments, and Values ..........................................................................11
4-Channel................................................................................................................................................ 11
2-Channel................................................................................................................................................ 11
Configuration (Standalone) ............................................................................................................12
Sound-Active Mode................................................................................................................................. 12
Sound Sensitivity..................................................................................................................................... 12
Automatic Mode....................................................................................................................................... 12
Program Speed ....................................................................................................................................... 12
Master/Slave Mode.................................................................................................................................. 13
Custom Settings...................................................................................................................................... 14
Dimmer.................................................................................................................................................... 14
5. Technical Information..................................................................................................15
Product Maintenance .....................................................................................................................15
6. Technical Specifications..............................................................................................16
Returns...........................................................................................................................................17
Contact Us......................................................................................................................................17

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1.BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What Is
Included
•BEAMshot™
•4-pack of Gels
•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
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
The information and specifications contained in this User Manual
are subject to change
without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liabil
ity for any errors or
omissions, and reserves the right to revise or recreate this manual at any time.
Download the latest version from www.chauvetlighting.com.
© Copyright 2013 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of America.
Author Date Editor Date
Albert Leon 02/28/13 D. Couppe 03/01/13

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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
Duty Cycle
x
Safety Notes
These notes include important information about the mounting, usage, and maintenance
of this product; read before using the product.
•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 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.
•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. Contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
•This product is not intended for permanent installation.
•Keep this User Manual for future use. If you sell the product to another user, be
sure to give this document to the next owner.

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2.INTRODUCTION
Overview
Back Panel
View
Menu Buttons
Power In
Fuse Holder
DMX Out
DMX In
Power Out
Display

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Dimensions

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3.SETUP
AC Power
The BEAMshot™ has an auto-
ranging power supply and it can work with an input
voltage range of 100~240 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.
Never connect the product to
a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even
if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0–100% switch.
Fuse
Replacement
Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse.
1. Disconnect the product from power.
2. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
3. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
4. Remove the blown fuse from the holder.
5. Replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.
6. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
A spare fuse is not included; however, the safety cap has room for a spare.
Always replace a blown fuse with another of the same type and rating.
Installed fuse
(held by plastic clip)
Spare fuse holder
(inside safety cap)
Safety cap

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Power Linking
The product provides power linking via the Edison/IEC outlet located in the back
of the
unit.
Power Linking
Diagram
You can power link up to 62 BEAMshot™ units on 120 VAC or up to 100
BEAMshot™ units on 230 VAC.
The power linking diagram shown above 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.
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 BEAMshot™ may be mounted in any position
; however, make sure adequate
ventilation is provided around the product.
Rigging
•Before deciding on a location, 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 the Technical Specifications).
•When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable.
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 bracket has a 13-mm hole
, which is appropriate for
this purpose.
•When power linking multiple products, you must
always consider the length of the
power linking cable and mount the products close enough for the cable 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.
•The mounting bracket allows for surface mounting. When mounting the product on
the floor, make sure that the product and cables are away from people and vehicles.
Mounting Diagram
Bracket
Adjustment
Knobs
Hanging/Mounting
Bracket
Mounting Clamp
Safety Cable

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4.OPERATION
Control Panel
Operation
To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons surrounding the display.
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
Main Level
Programming Levels
Description
DMX
Personalities
and Starting
Address
2-CH d 1–d512 Selects DMX personality and
starting address
4-CH
Auto Programs P-- P 1–P 3 Auto programs
Program Speed S-- S 1–S100 Selects auto program speed (slow to fast)
Sound-Active
Mode Snd Sound-Active mode
Sound
Sensitivity SenS u 0–u100 Sound sensitivity control
Custom
Settings U-- S 0–S255 Strobe (slow to fast)
d 0–d255 Dimmer (0–100%)
Dimmer dIM
OFF
Dimmer speed off
dIM1 Dimmer, fast speed
dIM2 Dimmer, medium speed
dIM3 Dimmer, slow speed
Configuration
(DMX)
Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
3. Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input
socket on the product.
DMX
Personalities and
Starting Address
When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels
the selected DMX mode uses. If you
choose a starting address that is too high, you could
restrict the access to some of the product’s channels.
The BEAMshot™ has two DMX personalities. One is a 2-channel mode and the other is a
4-channel mode.
The BEAMshot™ uses up to 4 DMX channels in its 4-channel
DMX mode, which defines
the highest configurable address to 509.
If unfamiliar with DMX, download the DMX Primer from www.chauvetlighting.com.
To select the DMX mode and the starting address, do the following:
1. Press <MENU>repeatedly until 2-CH (for the 2-channel mode) shows on the display
or 4-CH (for the 4-channel mode) shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> to activate the selected DMX personality and d 1–d512 shows on
the display.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address.
4. Press <ENTER>.

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DMX Channel Modes, Assignments, and Values
4-Channel
Channel Function Value Setting
1
White
000 ó255
0–100%
2 Shutter
000 ó010
011 ó255
No function
Strobe, slow to fast
3 Auto Programs
000 ó010
011 ó090
091 ó170
171 ó250
251
ó
255
No function
Chase 1
Chase 2
Chase 3
Sound-Active mode
4
Speed
000 ó255
Auto programs speed, slow to fast
2-Channel
Channel Function Value Setting
1
White
000 ó255
0–100%
2 Shutter
000 ó010
011
ó
255
No function
Strobe, slow to fast

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Configuration
(Standalone)
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode (either
Static,
Automatic, or Sound) to a DMX string connected to a DMX controller. Product
s in
standalone mode may transmit DMX signals that could interfere with the DMX
signals from the controller.
Sound-Active
Mode
To enable the Sound-Active mode, do the following:
1. Press <MENU>repeatedly until Snd shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).
Sound Sensitivity To set the sound sensitivity, do the following:
1. Press <MENU>repeatedly until SenS shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired sound sensitivity (u 0–u100).
3. Press <ENTER>.
Automatic Mode
To enable the Automatic mode, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU>repeatedly until P-- shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> and P 1–P 3 shows on the display.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired auto program.
4. Press <ENTER>.
Program Speed
To set the auto program speed, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until S-- shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired auto program speed (S 1–S100).
3. Press <ENTER>.

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Master/Slave
Mode
The Master/Slave mode allows a single BEAMshot™
unit (the “master”) to control the
actions of one or more BEAMshot™
units (the “slaves”) without the need of a DMX
controller. The master unit will be set to operate in either Automatic or Sound-Active
mode, while the slave units will be set to operate at DMX address d 1. Once set and
connected, the slave units will operate in unison with the master unit.
Configure the units as indicated below.
Slave units:
1. Set the DMX address to d 1.
Note: The DMX address can be set from either the 2-channel or the 4-channel
DMX personality.
2. Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master unit.
3. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave units to the DMX output of the
previous slave unit.
4. Finish setting and connecting all the slave units.
Master unit:
1. Set the master unit to operate in either Automatic or Sound-Active mode.
2. Make the master unit the first unit in the DMX daisy chain.
•Configure all the slave units before connecting
the master unit to the DMX
daisy chain.
•
Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave
operation because the controller
may interfere with the signals from the
master unit.
•Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master unit.

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Custom Settings
The BEAMshot™ allows you to choose custom strobe and dimmer settings
to achieve
the effect you like.
To select these custom settings, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until U-- shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> and S0–S255 (strobe, slow to fast) shows on the display.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired strobe rate.
4. Press <ENTER> and d 0–d255 (dimmer, 0–100%) shows on the display.
5. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired dimmer level.
6. Press <ENTER>.
Dimmer
You can set the dimmer speed to fast, middle, slow, or off.
To select the dimmer speed, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until dIMd shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> and dIM1, dIM2, dIM3, or OFF shows on the display.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select dIM1 (fast speed), dIM2 (middle speed), dIM3
(slow speed), or OFF (dimmer speed off).
4. Press <ENTER>.

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5.TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Product
Maintenance
Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can
cause overheating. This can
lead to reduction of the light source’s life and mechanical wear.
To maintain optimum
performance and minimize wear, clean the product at least twice a month. However,
usage and environmental conditions contribute to increased cleaning frequency.
To clean the product, follow the instructions below:
•Unplug the product from power.
•Wait until the product is at room temperature.
•Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on
the external surface/vents.
•Clean all external optics and glass/transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution,
ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
•Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint-free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
•Softly wipe any dirt or grime to the outside edges of the external optics or
glass/transparent surfaces.
•Gently polish the external optics and glass/transparent surfaces until they are free of
haze and lint.
Always dry the external optics and glass/transparent
surfaces carefully after
cleaning them.

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6.TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and
Weight
Length
Width
Height
Weight
8.3 in (210 mm)
5.7 in (145 mm)
4.1 in (105 mm)
1.4 lbs (0.7 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
Switching (internal)
100~240 V, 50/60 Hz
Auto-ranging
Parameter
120 V, 60 Hz
230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption
15 W
19 W
Operating current
0.1 A
0.1 A
Power linking current (units)
8 A (62 units)
8 A (100 units)
Fuse
T 1 A, 250 V
T 1 A, 250 V
Power I/O
US/Worldwide
UK/Europe
Power input connector
IEC
IEC
Power output connector
Edison
IEC
Power Cord plug
Edison (US)
Local plug
Light Source
Type
Power
Lifespan
LED
6 W
50,000 hours
Color
Quantity
Current
White
1
1.5 A
Photo Optic
Parameter
Illuminance @ 2 m
16,350 lx
Beam angle
3º
Strobe rate
0–20 Hz
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
Cooling System
104° F (40° C)
Convection
DMX
I/O Connectors
Connector Type
Channel Range
3-pin XLR
Sockets
2, 4
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
UPC Number
BEAMshot™
03050668
781462210168

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To return a product or request support:
•In the U.S., contact CHAUVET® World Headquarters (see below).
•In the UK or Ireland, contact CHAUVET® Europe Ltd. (see below).
•In any other country, DO NOT contact CHAUVET®. Contact your distributor. See
www.chauvetlighting.com for distributors outside the U.S., United Kingdom, or
Ireland.
If you live outside the U.S.
, United Kingdom, or Ireland, contact your distributor of
record and follow their instructions on how to return CHAUVET® product
s to
them. Visit our website for contact details.
Returns
Call the corresponding CHAUVET® Technical
Support office and request a Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product
. Be prepared to
provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the
cause for the
return.
You must send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, and with its original packing
and accessories. CHAUVET® will not issue call tags.
Clearly label the package with the RMA number. CHAUVET® will refuse any product
returned without an RMA number.
Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label. DO NOT write the RMA number
directly on the box.
Before sending the product, clearly write
the following information on a piece of paper
and place it inside the box:
•Your name
•Your address
•Your phone number
•The RMA number
•A brief description of the problem
Be sure to pack the product
properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate
packaging will be your responsibility. FedEx packing or double-boxing are
recommended.
CHAUVET®
reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace
returned product(s).
Contact Us
World Headquarters
CHAUVET®
General Information
Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue
Sunrise, FL 33351
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Toll free: [phone]
United Kingdom & Ireland
CHAUVET® Europe Ltd.
General Information
Address: Unit 1C
Brookhill Road Industrial Estate
Pinxton, Nottingham, UK
NG16 6NT
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Technical Support
Voice: [phone] (Press 4)
Fax: [phone]
Email: t[email protected]om
Technical Support
Email: [e-mail]
World Wide Web
www.chauvetlighting.com
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