Chauvet mini kinta IRC 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....................................................................................................................................9
Configuration (DMX) .......................................................................................................................9
Starting Address..................................................................................................................................... 9
DMX Channel Assignments and Values.......................................................................................10
4CH ...................................................................................................................................................... 10
Configuration (Standalone)...........................................................................................................10
Automatic Mode (including Sound-Active Mode).................................................................................. 10
Color Control and Strobe...................................................................................................................... 11
Display Orientation ............................................................................................................................... 11
Display Time-Out.................................................................................................................................. 11
Software Version .................................................................................................................................. 11
IRC-6 Infrared Remote Control.....................................................................................................12
IRC-6 Operation.................................................................................................................................... 12
Linking IRC Control With the Mini Kinta™............................................................................................ 12
Master/Slave Mode............................................................................................................................... 13
5. Maintenance .................................................................................................................14
Product Maintenance....................................................................................................................14
6. Technical Specifications..............................................................................................15
Returns..........................................................................................................................................16
Contact Us........................................................................................................................17

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1.BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What Is
Included
•Mini Kinta™ IRC
•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 document are subject to change
without notice. Chauvet
assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions
that may appear in this manual. Chauvet reserves the right to update the existing
document or to create a new document to correct any errors or omissions.
You can download the latest version of this document from www.chauvetlighting.com.
© Copyright 2015 Chauvet. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
Author Date Editor Updated
A.Leon 04/02/15 R.Isenstadt 04/02/15

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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.
•The 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
Sound
Sensitivity
DMX In/Out
Power In
Microphone
Indicator LEDs
Power Out
Safety Loop
Fuse
Holder
Menu Display
Menu Buttons
Cooling Fan
Back Panel View
Front View
Lenses
IR Sensor

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Product Dimensions
9.1 in
241 mm
7.25 in
184 mm
7.5 in
191 mm

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3.SETUP
AC Power
The Mini Kinta™ IRC 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.
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 unit.
Please see the diagram below for further explanation.
Power Linking
Diagram
You can power link up to 29 Mini Kinta™ IRC unit
s on 120 VAC or up to
53 Mini Kinta™ IRC units 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.
1st Product
2nd Product
3rd Product
Additional Products
Installed fuse
(held by plastic clip)
Spare fuse holder
(inside safety cap)
Safety cap

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Mounting
Before mounting the product
, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the
Safety Notes.
Orientation
The Mini Kinta™ IRC
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)
Mounting Bracket
Safety Cable
(such as CH-05 from Chauvet)
Bracket Adjustment
Knob x 2

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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
Mode
Programming Steps
Description
DMX Mode
Addr
A001–A509
Selects the DMX starting address
Slave Mode
SLnd
SL-1
Sets slave mode
Auto/Sound Modes
Auto
Aut
Sets Auto/Sound mode
Color Control and
Strobe CoLo
r000–r255
Adjusts red value 0–100%
G000–G255
Adjusts green value 0–100%
b000–b255
Adjusts blue value 0–100%
U000–U255
Adjusts white value 0–100%
Str1
Selects Strobe 1 (slow)
Str2 Selects Strobe 2 (medium)
Str3
Selects Strobe 3 (fast)
Display Time-out LEd
on
Sets Display to turn off after inactivity
oFF
Sets Display to stay on at all times
Display Orientation dISP
dISP
Normalizes Display
dSIP
Inverts Display
Software Version
uEr
XX.XX
Displays the software version
DMX Linking
The Mini Kinta™ IRC
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.
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 Mini Kinta™ IRC uses up to 4 DMX channels in a 4-CH DMX mode,
which defines the
highest configurable address to 509.
If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol, download the DMX Primer from
www.chauvetlighting.com.
To select the starting address, do the following:
1. Press <MENU>repeatedly until Addr shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> and A001–A509 will show on the display.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address.
4. Press <ENTER>.

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DMX Channel Assignments and Values
4CH
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1 Control/
Operating Mode
000ó005
No function
006ó020
Red
021ó035
Green
036ó050
Blue
051ó065
White
066ó080
Red/Green
081ó095
Red/Blue
096ó110
Red/White
111ó125
Green/Blue
126ó140
Green/White
141ó155
Blue/White
156ó170
Red/Green/Blue
171ó185
Red/Green/White
186ó200
Green/Blue/White
201ó215
Red/Green/Blue/White
216ó229
Automatic (slow 4-color chase)
230ó255
Automatic (fast 7-color combo chase)
2 Strobe
000ó005
No strobe
006ó255
Strobe (slow to fast)
3 Motor Rotation
000ó127
Motor indexing
128ó255
Motor speed
4 Auto/Sound Mode
000ó004
No function
005ó200
Auto mode (slow to fast)
201ó255
Sound mode
Configuration
(Standalone)
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.
•Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode
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.
Automatic Mode
(including Sound-
Active Mode)
To run the Mini Kinta™ IRC in automatic mode, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until Auto shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> and Aut will show on the display.
3. Turn the music on and adjust the sound sensitivity knob until the product responds to
the beat of the music.
The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).

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Color Control and
Strobe
To custom mix a color and select the strobe speed, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until CoLo shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> and one of the following will show on the display:
•rxxx (red, 000-255)
•Gxxx (green, 000-255)
•bxxx (blue, 000-255)
•Uxxx (white, 000-255)
•Str1 (slow strobe)
•Str2 (medium strobe)
•Str3 (fast strobe)
3. Press <ENTER> to cycle through the color and strobe speed settings.
4. With the color options, when the desired color shows on the display, use <UP> or
<DOWN> to select the desired color value.
NOTE: Selecting 0will turn the color off.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have your desired color.
6. To select strobe speed, press <ENTER> until the desired strobe setting shows on
the display.
NOTE: For no strobe effect, press <ENTER> until a color option shows on the display.
Display
Orientation
To set the orientation of the display, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until dISP shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select either:
•dISP for normal mode.
•dSIP for inverted mode.
4. Press <ENTER>.
Display Time-Out
To set the display to turn off after inactivity or not, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until LEd shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select either:
•on to set the display to turn off after inactivity.
•oFF to set the display to stay on at all times.
4. Press <ENTER>.
Software Version
To view the software version, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until uEr shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.

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IRC-6 Infrared
Remote
Control
The Mini Kinta™ IRC is compatible with the IRC-6 infrared remote control from Chauvet.
IRC mode will activate at the press of any button on the remote, as long as the product
is not in slave mode. After activating IRC mode, rEN will show on the display.
IRC-6 Operation
Be sure the IRC-6 remote is pointing directly at the product and there is nothing in
between the remote and the product.
The following buttons function with this product:
•<MANUAL>- Activates manual color mode
•<R> - Turns red on/off
•<G> - Turns green on/off
•<B> - Turns blue on/off
•<W> - Turns white on/off
•<SOUND> - Activates Sound mode
•<STROBE> - Activates strobe
•<AUTO>- Activates auto programs (<0> through <9>)
<0> - Red/Green/Blue/White
<1> - Red
<2> - Red/White
<3> - Red/Green
<4> - Green
<5> - Green/Blue
<6> - Blue
<7> - Red/Blue
<8> - Green/White
<9> - Blue/White
•<SPEED> - Activates speed control in Auto mode
NOTE: For strobe speed, do not press the speed button
•<+> - Increases auto program or strobe speed
•<-> - Decreases auto program or strobe speed
•<BLACK OUT> - Turns LEDs on/off
•All other buttons on the remote have no function with this product.
The IRC-6 will not respond to any inputs when Black Out is activated. If the remote
does not respond when a button is pressed, try pressing
<BLACK OUT>. You may
have inadvertently activated Black Out.
Linking IRC
Control With the
Mini Kinta™
It is possible to control the original Mini Kinta™ or several Mini Kinta™
units with the
IRC-6, by slaving them to a Mini Kinta™ IRC. Follow the instructions under
Master/Slave
Mode for more information on Master/Slave mode.
Note: The master must be a Mini Kinta™ IRC to run any Mini Kinta™ products
with the
IRC-6.

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Master/Slave
Mode
The Master/Slave mode allows a single Mini Kinta™ IRC
(the master) to control the
actions of one or more Mini Kinta™ or Mini Kinta™ IRC products
(the slaves) without the
need of a DMX controller. The master will be set to operate in either Auto/Sound mode or
a custom mix, while the slave units will be set to operate in Slave mode. On
ce set and
connected, the slaves will operate in unison with the master.
Configure the units as indicated below.
Slaves:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until SLnd shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> and SL-1 will show on the display.
3. Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master.
4. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slaves to the DMX output of the previous
slave.
5. Finish setting and connecting all the slaves.
Master:
1. Set the master to operate in a custom mix or Auto/Sound mode through the menu or
with the IRC-6.
2. Make the master the first unit in the daisy chain.
•Configure all the slaves before connecting the master to the 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.
•Do not connect more than 10 slaves to the master.

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5.MAINTENANCE
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/or
mechanical wear. To maintain optimum
performance and minimize wear, clean your lighting product
s at least twice a month.
Howev
er, be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be contributing factors
to increase the cleaning frequency.
To clean the product, follow the instructions below:
1. Unplug the product from power.
2. Wait until the product is at room temperature.
3. Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust
collected on the external surface/vents.
4. Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass
cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
5. Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning
tissue.
6. Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface.
7. Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.
Do not spin the cooling fans using compressed air
because you could damage
them.

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6.TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and
Weight
Length
Width
Height
Weight
7.5 in (191 mm)
9.1 in (241 mm)
7.25 in (184 mm)
3.4 lb (1.6 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
Switching (internal)
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Auto-ranging
Parameter
120 V, 60 Hz
230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption
19 W
18 W
Operating Current
0.3 A
0.2 A
Power linking current (units)
8 A (29 units)
8 A (53 units)
Fuse
T 1 A, 250 V
T 1 A, 250 V
Power I/O
U.S./Worldwide
UK/Europe
Power input connector
IEC
IEC
Power output connector
Edison
IEC
Power Cord plug
Edison (U.S.)
Local plug
Light Source
Type
Power
Lifespan
LED
3 W
50,000 hours
Color
Quantity
Current
Red
1
0.24 A
Green
1
0.24 A
Blue
1
0.25 A
White
1
0.25 A
Photometrics
Parameter
Coverage angle
114°
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
Cooling System
104 °F (40 °C)
Fan-assisted Convection
DMX
I/O Connectors
Channel Range
3-pin XLR
4
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
UPC Number
Mini Kinta™ IRC
10050950
781462212988

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Returns
To return a product or request support:
•In the U.S., contact Chauvet World Headquarters (See Contact Us).
•In the UK or Ireland, contact Chauvet Europe Ltd. (See Contact Us).
•In Mexico, contact Chauvet Mexico. (See Contact Us).
•In Benelux, contact Chauvet Europe BVBA. (See Contact Us).
•In any other country, DO NOT contact Chauvet. Instead, contact your lighting
distributor. See www.chauvetlighting.com for distributors outside the U.S., UK,
Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux.
Outside the U.S., UK, Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux, contact your
distributor and
follow their instructions on how to return Chauvet products to them. Visit our
website for contact details.
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
•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).

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C
ONTACT
US
WORLD HEADQUARTERS - Chauvet
General Information
Address:5200 NW 108th Avenue
Sunrise, FL 33351
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Toll free:[phone]
Technical Support
Voice: [phone] (Press 4)
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
World Wide Web
www.chauvetlighting.com
UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND - Chauvet Europe Ltd.
General Information
Address:Unit 1C
Brookhill Road Industrial
Estate
Pinxton, Nottingham, UK
NG16 6NT
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Technical Support
Email:
[e-mail]
World Wide Web
www.chauvetlighting.co.uk
MEXICO - Chauvet Mexico
General Information
Address:Av. Santa Ana 30
Parque Industrial Lerma
Lerma, Mexico C.P. 52000
Voice: [phone]
Technical Support
Email: [email protected]
World Wide Web
www.chauvet.com.mx
CHAUVET EUROPE - Chauvet Europe BVBA
General Information
Address:Stokstraat 18
9770 Kruishoutem
Belgium
Voice: [phone]
Technical Support
Email: [e-mail]
World Wide Web
www.chauvetlighting.eu
Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux, contact your dealer. Follow their
instructions to request support or to return a product. Visit our website for contact details.