Chauvet FlexFog 1500 User manual

Snapshot
OK on Dimmer
Outdoor OK
Sound Activated
DMX512
Master/Slave
115V/230V Switch
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle
FlexFog™ 1500
USER MANUAL
3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.
[phone] – [phone]
FAX [phone]
www.chauvetlighting.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN................................................................................................................................ 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED......................................................................................................................................... 3
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................................. 3
AC POWER ................................................................................................................................................... 3
CONTACT US................................................................................................................................................. 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................................... 4
MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................... 5
STORAGE...................................................................................................................................................... 5
2. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................ 6
FEATURES..................................................................................................................................................... 6
CHANNEL NUMBER......................................................................................................................................... 6
VALUE .......................................................................................................................................................... 6
EFFECT ........................................................................................................................................................ 6
1.................................................................................................................................................................. 6
001 →255................................................................................................................................................... 6
EMIT FOG (LOW →HIGH) ................................................................................................................................ 6
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................................................... 7
3. SETUP........................................................................................................................................................ 8
FUSE REPLACEMENT...................................................................................................................................... 8
Data Cabling ........................................................................................................................................... 8
DMX Data Cable............................................................................................................................... 8
Cable Connectors ............................................................................................................................. 9
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart ....................................................................................................... 9
SETTING UP A DMX SERIAL DATA LINK ............................................................................................................ 9
MASTER/SLAVE FIXTURE LINKING...................................................................................................................10
MOUNTING ...................................................................................................................................................10
Rigging ............................................................................................................................................10
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................................................................11
Master/Slave Mode: ...............................................................................................................................11
DMX Mode .............................................................................................................................................11
LED Indicators .......................................................................................................................................11
SETTING THE STARTING ADDRESS............................................................................................12
DMX Quick Reference Chart ...........................................................................................................13
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................................................14
TECHNICAL SUPPORT ....................................................................................................................................15
5. APPENDIX.................................................................................................................................................15
DMX PRIMER...............................................................................................................................................15
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ...............................................................................................................................16
RETURNS PROCEDURE..................................................................................................................................16
CLAIMS ........................................................................................................................................................16
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................................................17
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
¾1 x FlexFog™ 1500
¾Power Cord
¾Warranty Card
¾User Manual
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that
all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and
retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself
shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture
must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box
and packing.
AC Power
To determine the power requirements for a particular fixture, see the label affixed to the back plate of
the fixture or refer to the fixture’s specifications chart. A fixture’s listed current rating is its average
current draw under normal conditions. All fixtures must be powered directly off a switched circuit and
cannot be run off a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer
channel is used solely for a 0% to 100% switch. Before applying power to a fixture, check that the
source voltage matches the fixture’s requirement.
Warning! Verify that the voltage select switch on your unit matches the line voltage applied.
Damage to your fixture may result if the line voltage applied does not match the
voltage indicated on the unit. All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a
suitable Earth Ground.
Contact Us
World Wide
General Information CHAUVET
3000 North 29th Court
Hollywood, FL 33020
voice: 954.929.1115
fax: [phone]
toll free: 800.762.1084
Technical Support CHAUVET
3000 North 29th Court
Hollywood, FL 33020
voice: 954.929.1115 (Press 4)
fax: [phone] (Attention: Service)
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com
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Safety Instructions
Please read these instructions carefully, which includes important
information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this
product.
•Please keep this User Guide for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure that
they also receive this instruction booklet.
•Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line voltage you are
connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel of the fixture.
•This product is intended for indoor use only!
•To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to rain or moisture. Make sure there are no
flammable materials close to the unit while operating.
•The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20in (50cm) from adjacent
surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.
•Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to replace with
same fuse.
•Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain. Never carry the fixture solely by its head. Use
its carrying handles.
•Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104°F (40°C). Do not operate fixture at temperatures higher
than this.
•In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to repair the
unit by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please
contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center. Always use the same type spare parts.
•Never connect the device to a dimmer pack.
•Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
•Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or
attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit may require service,
please contact CHAUVET at: 954-929-1115.
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WARNING!
Note: All fog machines are prone to clogging due to the thick consistency of fog liquid and
the high temperature at which it vaporizes. However, a properly maintained fog
machine should provide years of reliable use. Cleaning your fog machine regularly
will help reduce costly replacement and repair charges.
Maintenance
Do not allow the fog liquid to become contaminated. After every 40 hours of continuous
operation, it is recommended to run a cleaning solution composed of 80% distilled water and
20% distilled vinegar through the system to prevent the accumulation of particulate matter in
the heating element.
The recommended cleaning regimen is as follows:
1. Empty all fog liquid from the machine. Add cleaning solution to tank. Plug unit in and begin
warm up.
2. Run the unit in a well-ventilated area until the tank is almost empty. Do not allow the pump
to run dry.
3. Replace nozzle.
4. Cleaning is now complete. Refill with fog liquid. Run the machine briefly to clear any
cleaning solution from the pump and heater.
5. Do not operate the fog machine without liquid at any time.
Storage
1. When storing run distilled water (not tap water) through the system as described in the
cleaning regimen above. This will help avoid any particles condensing inside the pump or
heater.
2. It is strongly recommended to test-run the machine on a monthly basis in order to achieve
its best fogging condition. A test-run consists of warming up the machine followed by a
few minutes of emission. After that, follow Step 1 under Storage
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2. INTRODUCTION
Features
•1-channel DMX-512 flexible fog machine
•1,500-watt heater
•Output: 25,000cfm
Additional Features
•Manually adjustable output angles (180º)
•Wired timer remote included
•Wireless remote included
•Manual fog button
•3.7 quart tank capacity
•Low fluid indicator and auto shut down safety features
•Water-based fogger
Channel Number Value Effect
1 001 →255 Emit fog (low →high)
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Product Overview
Hanging bracket
An
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le ad
j
ustment knob
Head ad
j
ustment handle
Carrying handle
Wired remote
DMX connections
Fo
g
out
p
ut nozzle
(
on back
)
Fluid
Reservoi
r
Led Indicators
Manual fo
g
button
Read
y
indicato
r
Included timer remote
Di
p
switches
DMX in
p
ut
DMX out
p
ut
Remote in
p
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On/Off
power
switch
Remote in
p
ut
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3. SETUP
Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always
replace with the same type fuse.
Fuse Replacement
With a flat head screwdriver wedge the fuse
holder out of its housing. Remove the damaged
fuse from its holder and replace with exact
same type fuse. Insert the fuse holder back in
its place and reconnect power.
The fuse is located
inside this
compartment.
Remove using a flat
head screwdriver.
Data Cabling
To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables. You can purchase CHAUVET-certified DMX
cables directly from a dealer/distributor or construct your own cable. If you choose to create your own
cable please use data-grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to
electromagnetic interference.
DMX DATA CABLE
Use a Belden© 9841 or equivalent cable which meets the specifications for EIA RS-485 applications.
Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances. The cable will
have the following characteristics:
2-conductor twisted pair plus a shield
Maximum capacitance between conductors – 30 pF/ft.
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield – 55 pF/ft.
Maximum resistance of 20 ohms / 1000 ft.
Nominal impedance 100 – 140 ohms
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CABLE CONNECTORSCABLE CONNECTORS
Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end.Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end.
2
1
3OUTPUT
Termination reduces signal errors. To
avoid signal transmission problems
and interference, it is always
advisable to connect a DMX signal
terminator.
1
3
2
Resistance 120
ohm 1/4w between
pin 2 (DMX -) and
pin 3 (DMX +) of
the last fixture.
1
3
2
DMX -
DMX
+
COMMON
DMX connector configuration
INPUT
CAUTION Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common
can cause a ground loop, and your fixture may perform erratically. Test cables with an ohm meter to
verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other.
CAUTION Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common
can cause a ground loop, and your fixture may perform erratically. Test cables with an ohm meter to
verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other.
3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART
Note! If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter.
CHAUVET Model No: DMX5M, or DMX5F.
The chart below details a proper cable conversion:
Note! If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter.
CHAUVET Model No: DMX5M, or DMX5F.
The chart below details a proper cable conversion:
3PIN TO 5PIN CONVERSION CHART3 PIN TO 5PIN CONVERSION CHART
ConductorConductor 3 Pin Female (output)3 Pin Female (output) 5 Pin Male (Input)5 Pin Male (Input)
Ground/Shield Pin 1 Pin 1
Data ( - ) signal Pin 2 Pin 2
Data ( + ) signal Pin 3 Pin 3
Do not use Do not use
Do not use Do not use
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This drawing provides a
general illustration of the
DMX Input/Output panel of
a lighting fixture.
Universal DMX Controller
Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link
1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of
the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin
connector of the controller.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from
the controller which will have a (female) 3
pin connector to the input connector of the
next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin
connector.
3. Then, proceed to connect from the output
as stated above to the input of the following
fixture and so on.
CHAUVET Certified DMX Data Cables
Order Code Description
DMX1.5 DMX Cable 1.5m/4.9ft
DMX4.5 DMX Cable 4.5m/14.8ft
DMX10 DMX Cable 10m/32.8ft Continue the link

Master/Slave Fixture Linking
1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin connector
of the first fixture.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a (female) 3 pin
connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin connector. Then,
proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on.
Often, the setup for Master-Slave
and Standalone operation requires
that the first fixture in the chain be
initialized for this purpose via either
settings in the control panel or DIP-
switches. Secondarily, the fixtures
that follow may also require a slave
setting. Please consult the
“Operating Instructions” section in
this manual for complete instructions
for this type of setup and
configuration.
MasterSlaveSlave
Mounting
ORIENTATION
This unit must be mounted parallel to the ground.
RIGGING
Hanging Clamp
It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. Mount the
fixture using, a suitable “C” or “O” type clamp. Adjust the angle of the
fixture by loosening both knobs and tilting the fixture. After finding the
desired position, retighten both knobs.
•When selecting installation location, take into consideration lamp
replacement access and routine maintenance.
•Safety cables must always be used. Note!
Clamp is sold separatel
y
.
•Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain, high
humidity, extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation.
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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Master/Slave Mode:
This mode will allow you to link up to 32 units together without a controller.
1) Use standard DMX cables to daisy chain your units together via the DMX connector on the rear
of the units. For longer cable runs we suggest a terminator at the last fixture. For more
information about terminators, see page 9.
2) Choose a unit to function as the Master. Turn dipswitches to the Master position on the unit. The
unit must be the first unit in line. Then simply chain the units together using DMX cable.
Mode Dipswitches
Master 10 = Off
3) Turn switch to the Slave position on the slave units, and they will react the same as the Master.
Mode Dipswitches
Slave 10 = On
DMX Mode
This mode allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller. If you are unfamiliar with
DMX, please read the DMX Primer on page 15.
1) To place the unit in DMX mode set dipswitch 10 to the ON position
2) Use dipswitches 1-9 to set the DMX address.
LED Indicators
1) Blue- Lights when DMX signal is active
2) Green- Ready to fog
3) Red (front)- When two red indicators are lit the machine is low on fog fluid. The machine will
shut down in order to prevent damage from occurring until fluid is added.
4) Red (top)- The red indicators next to the fluid tank are on when the machine is warming up
5) Green (top)- The green indicators are lit when the unit is ready to fog.
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SETTING THE STARTING ADDRESS
This DMX mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. Each fixture requires a "start address"
from 1 to 512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data on the channel
indicated by the start address. For example, a fixture that uses 6 DMX channels and was addressed to start on
DMX channel 100, would read data from channels: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, and 105. Choose start addresses
so that the channels used do not overlap, and note the start address selected for future reference.
If this is your first time addressing a fixture using the DMX-512 control protocol, we suggest jumping to the
Appendix Section and reading the heading “DMX Primer”. It contains very useful information that will help you
understand its use.
Set the start address using the group of DIP switches located usually on bottom of the fixture. Each dip switch
has an associated value. Adding the value of each switch in the ON position will provide the start address.
Figuring out which switches to toggle ON given a specific start address can be accomplished by determining
which switch values will add up to the address value, and turning these switches on. Do so by doing the
following:
1) Determine the largest value switch that is less than the start address. Turn this switch on.
2) Subtract the value of the switch you just turned on from the starting address number.
3) Determine the largest value switch that is less than the remainder from the previous subtraction. Turn this
switch on.
4) Subtract the value of the switch you just turned on from the remainder of the previous subtraction.
5) Repeat steps three and four until you have a remainder of zero.
EXAMPLE STARTING ADDRESS
Address 10
Switch # 4 = 8
Switch # 2 = 2
Total = 10
13456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
13456789 ON
OFF
13456789 ON
OFF
13456789 ON
OFF
13456789 ON
OFF
12222223456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
Address 24
Switch # 5 = 16
Switch # 4 = 8
Total = 24
123456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
Resolving address
using simple math.
Address 233
233 – (128) = 105, Turn ON Dip # 8
105 – (64) = 41, Turn ON Dip # 7
41 – (32) = 9, Turn ON Dip # 6
9 – (8) = 1, Turn ON Dip # 4
1 – (1) = 0, Turn ON Dip # 1
DIPSWITCH (DMXVALUE)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
4
8
16
32
64
128
256
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DMX QUICK REFERENCE CHART
DMX Address Quick Reference Chart
Dip Switch Position
DMX DIP
SWITCH SET #9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
0=OFF #8 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1
1=ON #7 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1
X=OFF or ON #6 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 01 0 1 0 1
#1 #2 #3 #4 #5
0 0 0 0 0 32 64 96 128 160 192 224 256 288 320 352 384 416 448 480
1 0 0 0 0 1 33 65 97 129 161 193 225 257 289 321 353 385 417 449 481
0 1 0 0 0 2 34 66 98 130 162 194 226 258 290 322 354 386 418 450 482
1 1 0 0 0 3 35 67 99 131 163 195 227 259 291 323 355 387 419 451 483
0 0 1 0 0 4 36 68 100 132 164 196 228 260 292 324 356 388 420 452 484
1 0 1 0 0 5 37 69 101 133 165 197 229 261 293 325 357 389 421 453 485
0 1 1 0 0 6 38 70 102 134 166 198 230 262 294 326 358 390 422 454 486
1 1 1 0 0 7 39 71 103 135 167 199 231 263 295 327 359 391 423 455 487
0 0 0 1 0 8 40 72 104 136 168 200 232 264 296 328 360 392 424 456 488
1 0 0 1 0 9 41 73 105 137 169 201 233 265 297 329 361 393 425 457 489
0 1 0 1 0 10 42 74 106 138 170 202 234 266 298 330 362 394 426 458 490
1 1 0 1 0 11 43 75 107 139 171 203 235 267 299 331 363 395 427 459 491
0 0 1 1 0 12 44 76 108 140 172 204 236 268 300 332 364 396 428 460 492
1 0 1 1 0 13 45 77 109 141 173 205 237 269 301 333 365 397 429 461 493
0 1 1 1 0 14 46 78 110 142 174 206 238 270 302 334 366 398 430 462 494
1 1 1 1 0 15 47 79 111 143 175 207 239 271 303 335 367 399 431 463 495
0 0 0 0 1 16 48 80 112 144 176 208 240 272 304 336 368 400 432 464 496
1 0 0 0 1 17 49 81 113 145 177 209 241 273 305 337 369 401 433 465 497
0 1 0 0 1 18 50 82 114 146 178 210 242 274 306 338 370 402 434 466 498
1 1 0 0 1 19 51 83 115 147 179 211 243 275 307 339 371 403 435 467 499
0 0 1 0 1 20 52 84 116 148 180 212 244 276 308 340 372 404 436 468 500
1 0 1 0 1 21 53 85 117 149 181 213 245 277 309 341 373 405 437 469 501
0 1 1 0 1 22 54 86 118 150 182 214 246 278 310 342 374 406 438 470 502
1 1 1 0 1 23 55 87 119 151 183 215 247 279 311 343 375 407 439 471 503
0 0 0 1 1 24 56 88 120 152 184 216 248 280 312 344 376 408 440 472 504
1 0 0 1 1 25 57 89 121 153 185 217 249 281 313 345 377 409 441 473 505
0 1 0 1 1 26 58 90 122 154 186 218 250 282 314 346 378 410 442 474 506
1 1 0 1 1 27 59 91 123 155 187 219 251 283 315 347 379 411 443 475 507
0 0 1 1 1 28 60 92 124 156 188 220 252 284 316 348 380 412 444 476 508
1 0 1 1 1 29 61 93 125 157 189 221 253 285 317 349 381 413 445 477 509
0 1 1 1 1 30 62 94 126 158 190 222 254 286 318 350 382 414 446 478 510
1 1 1 1 1 31 63 95 127 159 191 223 255 287 319 351 383 415 447 479 511
Dip Switch Position DMX Address
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General Troubleshooting
Applies to
Symptom Solution(s)
Lights
Foggers
& Snow Controllers
Dimmers
& Chaser
Auto shut off Check fan thermal switch reset 9
Beam is very dim or
not bright
Clean optical system or replace lamp
Check 220/110v switch for proper setting
9
Breaker/Fuse keeps
blowing
Check total load placed on device 9
Chase is too slow Check users manual for speed adjustment 999
Device has no power Check for power on Mains.
Check device’s fuse. (internal and/or external)
999
Fixture is not
responding
Check DMX Dip switch settings for correct addressing
Check DMX cables
Check polarity switch settings
9
Fixture is on but
there is no
movement to the
audio
Make sure you have the correct audio mode on the
control switches. If audio provided via ¼” jack, make
sure a live audio signal exists
Adjust sound sensitivity knob
999
Lamps cuts off
sporadically
Possible bad lamp or fixture is overheating.
Lamp may be at end of its life.
9
Light will not come
on after power failure
Some discharge lamps require a cooling off period
before the electronics in the fixture can kick start it
again, wait 5 to 10 minutes before powering up
9
Loss of signal Use only DMX cables
Install terminator
Note: Keep DMX cables separated from power cables
or black lights.
9999
Moves slow Check 220/110v switch for proper setting 9
No flash Re-install bulb, may have shifted in shipping 9
No laser output Bounce mirror motor may have shifted during shipping,
readjust
9
No light output Check slip ring & brushes for contact
Install bulb
Call service technician
9
Relay will not work Check reset switch
Check cable connections 9
Remote does not
work
Make sure connector is firmly connected to device 99
Stand alone mode All Chauvet lighting fixtures featuring stand-alone
functions do not require additional settings, simply
power the fixture and it will automatically enter into this
mode
9
If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET Technical
Support at the location on the next page.
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Technical Support
Address: Service Dept.
3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 (U.S.A.)
Support (Email): [email protected]
Telephone: [phone] - (Press 4)
Fax: [phone] - (Attention: Service)
Website: http://www.chauvetlighting.com
5.APPENDIX
DMX Primer
There are 512 channels in a DMX-512 connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A
fixture capable of receiving DMX 512 will require one or a number of sequential channels. The user
must assign a starting address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the controller.
There are many different types of DMX controllable fixtures and they all may vary in the total number
of channels required. Choosing a start address should be planned in advance. Channels should
never overlap. If they do, this will result in erratic operation of the fixtures whose starting address is
set incorrectly. You can however, control multiple fixtures of the same type using the same starting
address as long as the intended result is that of unison movement or operation. In other words, the
fixtures will be slaved together and all respond exactly the same.
DMX fixtures are designed to receive data through a serial Daisy Chain. A Daisy Chain connection is
where the DATA OUT of one fixture connects to the DATA IN of the next fixture. The order in which
the fixtures are connected is not important and has no effect on how a controller communicates to
each fixture. Use an order that provides for the easiest and most direct cabling. Connect fixtures
using shielded two conductor twisted pair cable with three pin XLR male to female connectors. The
shield connection is pin 1, while pin 2 is Data Negative (S-) and pin 3 is Data positive (S+). CHAUVET
carries 3-pin XLR DMX compliant cables, DMX-10 (33’), DMX-4.5 (15’) and DMX-1.5 (5’)
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General Maintenance
To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently. Usage
and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency. As a general rule, fixtures should
be cleaned at least twice a month. Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause
overheating. This can lead to reduced lamp life and increased mechanical wear. Be sure to power off
fixture before conducting maintenance.
Unplug fixture from power. Use a vacuum or air compressor and a soft brush to remove dust
collected on external vents and internal components. Clean all glass when the fixture is cold with a
mild solution of glass cleaner or Isopropyl Alcohol and a soft lint free cotton cloth or lens tissue. Apply
solution to the cloth or tissue and drag dirt and grime to the outside of the lens. Gently polish optical
surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
The cleaning of internal and external optical lenses and/or mirrors must be carried out periodically to
optimize light output. Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates:
damp, smoky or particularly dirty surrounding can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the unit’s
optics. Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid. - Always dry the parts carefully. - Clean
the external optics at least every 20 days. Clean the internal optics at least every 30/60 days.
Returns Procedure
Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued.
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RA #). Products
returned without an RA # will be refused. Call CHAUVET and request RA # prior to shipping the
fixture. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause
for the return. Be sure to properly pack fixture, any shipping damage resulting from inadequate
packaging is the customer’s responsibility. CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own discretion to
repair or replace product(s). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is always a safe
method to use.
Note: If you are given an RA #, please include the following information on a piece of paper
inside the box:
1) Your name
2) Your address
3) Your phone number
4) The RA #
5) A brief description of the symptoms
Claims
Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be
reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise. It is the customer's responsibility to notify and
submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is damaged due to shipping. Any other claim
for items such as missing component/part, damage not related to shipping, and concealed damage,
must be made within seven (7) days of receiving merchandise.
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Technical Specifications
WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS
Length.............................................................................................................................. 21 in (533 mm)
Width .............................................................................................................................. 9.5 in (241 mm)
Height .................................................................................................................................9 in (229 mm)
Weight ..........................................................................................................................28.8 lbs (13.1 kg)
POWER
Input Voltage .............................................................................................120V 60Hz AC or 230V 50Hz
Fuse..........................................................................................................................................15A 250V
Power and Current ..................................................................................... 1543W (13.1A) max at 120V
Inrush Current.......................................................................................................................13A at 120V
Power Factor ....................................................................................................................... 0.98 at 120V
THERMAL
Maximum ambient temperature...........................................................................................104°F (40°C)
CONTROL & PROGRAMMING
Data input ................................................................................................ locking 3-pin XLR male socket
Data output ........................................................................................... locking 3-pin XLR female socket
Data pin configuration ..............................................................................pin 1 shield, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+)
Protocols........................................................................................................................ DMX-512 USITT
DMX Channels .......................................................................................................................................1
ORDERING INFORMATION
FlexFog™ 1500 ............................................................................................................................Flexfog
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 2-year limited warranty