Chauvet J-Five User manual

Snapshot
OK on Dimmer
Outdoor OK
Sound Activated
DMX512
Master/Slave
115V/230V Switch
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle
J-Five™
USER MANUAL
Chauvet, 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
ACPOWER...........................................................................................................................................................................................3
CONTACT US........................................................................................................................................................................................3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..........................................................................................................................................................................4
2. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................ 5
FEATURES............................................................................................................................................................................................5
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................................................5
3. SETUP..............................................................................................................................................................................................6
FUSE REPLACEMENT.............................................................................................................................................................................6
MOUNTING ...........................................................................................................................................................................................6
Orientation.............................................................................................................................................................................6
Rigging ..................................................................................................................................................................................6
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................... 7
TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................................................................................................................................................7
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................................8
TECHNICAL SUPPORT............................................................................................................................................................................8
GENERAL MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................................................................9
RETURNS PROCEDURE..........................................................................................................................................................................9
CLAIMS ................................................................................................................................................................................................9
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................10
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
¾1 x J-Five™
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
Figure 1 - AC Voltage Switch
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.
Check the fixture or device carefully to make sure that if a voltage selection
switch exists that it is set to the correct line voltage you will use.
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 voltage selector switch. All fixtures must be connected to
circuits with a suitable Earth Ground.
Not all fixtures have a voltage
select switch. Please be sure to
connect to the proper voltage.
Contact Us
World Wide
General Information Chauvet Lighting
3000 North 29th Court
Hollywood, FL 33020
voice: 954.929.1115
fax: [phone]
toll free: 800.762.1084
Technical Support Chauvet Lighting
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 size and type.
•Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain. Never carry the fixture solely by its head. Use
the 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.
•Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.
•Do not daisy chain power to more than 50 units.
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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2. INTRODUCTION
Features
•Dual LED moonflower effect
•Dual rocker switches: 1 for LEDs, 1 for motors
Sound activated
Static (motors only)
Automatic
•Additional power output for daisy chaining units (max 50 units)
•Sound sensitivity knob
•Ultra bright LEDs
•Low power consumption
Product Overview
Hanging
Bracket
Lens
Lens
IEC Power
Connector
With Fuse holder
Sound
sensitivity
adjustment
kn
ob
Power Output for J-five
series only.
Max 50 units
Mode Selection
switch for movement
Mode Selection
switch for LED
Voltage Selector
switch
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