Chauvet Q-Spot 250 User manual

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Q-SPOT250
Q-Spot™250
Q-WASH250
Q-Wash™250
USER MANUAL
Q-Spot™250 Q-Wash™250

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Table of Content
BEFORE YOU BEGIN....................................................................................................................................................... 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
AC POWER ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................................................... 4
TECHNICAL FEATURES..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
FEATURES....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
DMX CHANNEL SUMMARY ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Q-Spot™250 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Q-Wash™250 ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
PRODUCT OVERVIEW....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
SETUP .............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
LAMP............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Maximizing the life of your lamp......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
(Q-SPOT™250) LAMP SETUP ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Lamp Installation (Q-Spot™250)....................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Lamp Alignment How-To (Q-Spot™250).......................................................................................................................................................... 7
LAMP (Q-WASH™250) LAMP SETUP............................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Lamp Installation (Q-Wash™250)..................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Lamp Alignment How-To (Q-Wash™250) ........................................................................................................................................................ 8
POWER ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
EXCHANGING GOBOS (Q-SPOT™250)............................................................................................................................................................................. 9
MOUNTING ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................................................................................ 11
CONTROL PANEL ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS......................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
APPLYING CHANGES TO FUNCTIONS (QUICK INSTRUCTIONS) .......................................................................................................................................... 11
OPERATING MODES....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Master/Stand Alone.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Setting Slave Fixtures ......................................................................................................................................................................................12
DMX Mode........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12
Daisy Chain Connection................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
DMX-512 addressing ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Setting the starting address .............................................................................................................................................................................13
User Configurations ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Pan Invert & Tilt Invert...................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Color Wheel (split colors) ................................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Service Functions .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Fixture Reset (all motors)................................................................................................................................................................................. 13
APPENDIX...................................................................................................................................................................... 14
DMX PRIMER ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Fixture Linking .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
DMX VALUES................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Q-Spot™250 ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Q-Wash™250 ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
RETURNS PROCEDURE .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 17
CLAIMS ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
TECHNICAL SUPPORT .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
Q-SPOT250, Q-Spot™250 or
Q-WASH250, Q-Wash™250
5 extra gobos (Q-Spot™)
Power cord with plug
HSD-250 Discharge lamp
Manual
Warranty Card
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. 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 internal multi-tap transformer is set to
match the line voltage applied. All fixtures must be
connected to circuits with a suitable Earth Ground.
Safety Instructions
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 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 50cm (20in) from adjacent surfaces.
Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.
Always disconnect from power source before servicing or
replacing lamp or fuse and be sure to replace with same
lamp source.
Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain.
Never carry the fixture solely by its head. Use its carrying
handles.
Maximum ambient temperature is Ta: 40°. Do not operate
fixture at temperatures higher than this.
In the event of 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.
Don’t connect the device to a dimmer pack.
Make sure power cord is never crimped or damaged.
Never disconnect power cord by pulling or tugging on the
cord.
Avoid direct eye exposure to lamp while it is on.
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.
Please read these instructions carefully, which includes important
information about the installation, usage and maintenance?

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INTRODUCTION
Technical Features
Q-Spot™250
13 channel DMX Intelligent Moving Yoke
Pan: 530°
Tilt: 280°
Pan/Tilt speed
Lamp on/off, reset
Color Wheel
- 7 colors plus white
- Rainbow color spin at variable speeds
3-facet high speed rotating prism
Rotating Gobos
- 5 interchangeable rotating gobos
- Gobo wheel spin at variable speeds
Gobo rotation channel
Motorized focus
Mechanical Shutter/Strobe
Mechanical Dimmer
Q-Wash™250
10 channel DMX Intelligent Moving Yoke Color Wash
Pan: 530°
Tilt: 280°
Pan/Tilt speed
Lamp on/off, reset
Color Wheel
- 8 dichroic colors plus white
- Rainbow color spin in both directions
Mechanical Shutter/Strobe
Mechanical Dimmer
Adjustable beam angle 8° ~ 22°
Features
- Automatic Pan/Tilt correction
- Built in automatic programs (stand-alone)
- Pan/Tilt invert option
- 16 bit Pan/Tilt resolution
- Micro-stepping motors
- Thermal switch
- Fan cooled
- Free extra gobos (Q-Spot™) 4 Metal, 1 Glass
DMX Channel Summary
Q-Spot™250
CHANNEL FUNCTION CHANNEL FUNCTION
1 Pan 8 Prism
2 Tilt 9 Rotating Gobos
3 Pan (Fine) 16 bit 10 Gobo rotation
4 Tilt (Fine) 16 bit 11 Focus
5 Pan/Tilt Speed 12 Shutter/Strobe
6 Lamp on/off & reset 13 Dimmer
7 Colors
Q-Wash™250
CHANNEL FUNCTION CHANNEL FUNCTION
1 Pan 6 Lamp on/off & reset
2 Tilt 7 Colors
3 Pan (Fine) 16 bit 8 No Function
4 Tilt (Fine) 16 bit 9 Shutter/Strobe
5 Pan/Tilt Speed 10 Dimmer

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Product Overview
SEGMENT BUTTONS I/O PANEL OVERVIEW
BUTTONS I/O PANEL
MODE Toggles programming
functions DMX Out & In DMX-512 connectors
DOWN Steps backward through menu
functions Power AC input IEC 60320 C14 and fuse holder
UP Steps forward through menu
functions
ENTER Confirms selected menu
function
1 1. Moving yoke arm
2. Projector head
3. Base
4. Carrying handle
5. Fan
7. LED display
8. [Enter] button
9. [Choose] button
10. [Up] button
11. [Down] button
12. DMX output
13. DMX input
14. Carrying handle
15. AC input IEC 60320 C14
16. Fuse holder
17. Power switch
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Lamp cover thumbscrews
Top Cover
SETUP
LAMP
Maximizing the life of your lamp
To ensure the longest and most efficient use of the lamp always wait
between 10 and 15 minutes before re-applying power after a shutdown.
Failure to do so could result in premature aging of the lamp and failure to
the electronics that drive it.
(Q-Spot™250) Lamp Setup
You will need to install a lamp prior to the initial operation of the fixture. A HSD250 high intensity
discharge lamp is included.
Warning! When replacing the lamp, please wait 15 minutes after powering down to allow the
unit to cool down! Always disconnect from main power prior to lamp replacement.
Do not touch the envelope (glass area) of the bulb with bare hands. If this happens, clean the lamp
with alcohol and wipe it with a lint free cloth before installation.
Lamp Installation (Q-Spot™250)
1. Remove all 3 screws located on the
top cover of the fixture.
2. Remove the 2 thumbscrews to
remove lamp cover as illustrated.
3. If replacing the lamp, remove old
lamp first.
4. Holding the new lamp by its base,
align the pins on the lamp with the
holes in the socket and insert the
lamp squarely until the lamp socket
secures the lamp tightly.
5. Clean the glass/envelope of the
bulb with an alcohol wipe or
equivalent.
6. Replace lamp cover, align the screw
holes and fasten the thumbscrews
back onto the lamp cover.
7. Replace top cover and fasten with
screws.
8. Turn the fixture on and adjust the
lamp alignment screws until the
brightest most even area of the
beam is in the center of your spot. It
may be necessary for you to use a
controller in order to command the
fixture to display a white beam on a
flat surface with no gobos or colors.

Setup
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Optimum distance 1 to 1.5mm Incorrect!
Keep optimum distance
1-1,5mm
Screw B
Screw A
WARNING!
Lamp is hot! Risk of fire Protec hands and eyes.
Wait a leas 15min Before opening the covers
and removing lamp from the fixture.
Minimum distance to lighted object:
Maximum room temperature t=45
Minimum distance from flammable material d=0.5m.
Exterior surface temperature T=80 .
No for domestic use.
Be sure that the lamp
bulb never touch the lens
Disconnect the fixture from AC power
before re-lamping.
AB
A
djust lamp position by turning screws and
Lamp Alignment How-To (Q-Spot™250)
Often, after a new installation of a lamp, you will find that there is an uneven field of light or what is
referred to as a hot spot. This is due to the most intense point of the lamp source not being positioned
optimally within the reflector. There are two lamp alignment screws provided at the rear of the
projector head. Turning these screws allow you to optimize the projection quality of the spot as well
as the overall intensity of the beam.
1. Project a white spot against any flat surface. Preferably the surface should be white or pastel in
color.
2. Adjust screw A to achieve optimum lamp distance from reflector of 1 to 1.5mm as illustrated
above. If the hotspot is too defined, turn screw A to distribute light evenly.
3. You can center the hot spot by turning screw B.
4. It may be necessary to jump back and forth between step 2 and step 3.
5. As you move in and out of optimum lamp alignment, you will see the hot spot either get wider or
narrower. The goal is to either totally diminish the hot spot by having it widen and spread across
the entire spot or moving the hot spot so that it covers as much of the beam spot area as possible.
Lamp (Q-Wash™250) Lamp Setup
You will need to install a lamp prior to the initial operation of the fixture. A HSD250 high intensity
discharge lamp is included.
Warning! When replacing the lamp, please wait 15 minutes after powering down to allow the
unit to cool down! Always disconnect from main power prior to lamp replacement.
Do not touch the envelope (glass area) of the bulb with bare hands. If this happens, clean the lamp
with alcohol and wipe it with a lint free cloth before installation.
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Setup
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Lamp Installation (Q-Wash™250)
1. Remove screws labeled X, Y and Z and pull out lamp socket plate.
2. If replacing the lamp, remove old lamp first.
3. Holding the new lamp by its base, align the pins on the lamp with the small hole in the socket and
insert the lamp squarely until the retaining clips on the lamp socket secure the lamp tightly.
4. Clean the glass/envelope of the bulb with an alcohol wipe or equivalent.
5. Holding the lamp socket plate, insert the tip of the lamp into the fixture with extreme care.
Navigate the lamp all the way until it reaches the reflector and the lamp base plate touches the
bottom plate of the fixture.
6. Align the screw holes and fasten the screws back onto the lamp socket plate.
7. Turn the fixture on and adjust the lamp alignment screws until the brightest most even area of the
beam is in the center of your spot. It may be necessary for you to use a controller in order to
command the fixture to display a white beam on a flat surface with no colors.
Lamp Alignment How-To (Q-Wash™250)
Often, after a new installation of a lamp, you will find that there is an uneven field of light or what is
referred to as a hot spot. This is due to the most intense point of the lamp source not being positioned
optimally within the reflector.
There are three lamp alignment screws provided at the base of the
projector head. Turning these screws allow you to optimize the
projection quality of the spot as well as the overall intensity of the
beam.
1. Project a white spot against any flat surface. Preferably the
surface should be white or pastel in color.
2. Turning the lamp alignment screws, try to position the hot spot
in the center of the beam as best as possible. This could require
many attempts on your part.
3. Once the hot spot is in the center of the spot, do your
best to turn all screws equally as to affect movement up
or down within the reflector.
4. As you move in and out of optimum lamp focus, you will see
the hot spot either gets wider or narrower. The goal is to either
totally diminish the hot spot by having it widen and spread
across the entire spot or moving the hot spot so that it covers
as much of the beam spot area as possible.

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Power
Warning! Verify that the internal multi-tap transformer is set to match the line voltage applied.
All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Earth Ground.
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.
All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Earth Ground.
Power Cable Configuration
CABLE PIN INTERNATIONAL
BROWN Live L
BLUE Neutral N
YELLOW/GREEN Earth EG (Ground)
Exchanging gobos (Q-Spot™250)
1. Press both tips of the gobo tension ring together and remove from aperture.
2. Push the gobo with your finger from the back side following the same direction that the tension
ring was removed.
Mounting
Orientation
The Q-Spot™250 and Q-Wash™250 can sit on stage or be mounted on a truss using a clamp in
any position, provided, there is adequate room for ventilation.
Gobo outside diameter: 37.2 mm
Gobo
Image diameter
:
31 mm
Extra Gobos for the Q-Spot™250
Q-Spot™250 Gobo Wheel

Setup
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Warning
It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway.
The installation of the projector has to be built and constructed in a way that it can hold 10 times
the weight for 1 hour without any harming deformation.
The installation must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment, e.g. an appropriate
catch net. This secondary safety attachment must be constructed in a way that no part of the
installation can fall down if the main attachment fails.
When rigging, derigging or servicing the fixture staying in the area below the installation place, on
bridges, under high working places and other endangered areas is forbidden.
IMPORTANT! OVERHEAD RIGGING REQUIRES EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE, including (but not
limited to) calculating working load limits, installation material being used, and periodic safety
inspection of all installation material and the projector. If you lack these qualifications, do not
attempt the installation yourself, but instead use a professional structural rigger. Improper
installation can result in bodily injury and or damage to property.
The projector should be installed out of the reach of people.
When selecting installation location, take into consideration lamp replacement access and routine
maintenance.
Safety cables should always be used.
Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain, high humidity, extreme
temperature changes or restricted ventilation.
The fixture must have a minimum of 1 meter from combustible materials.
Rigging
Both the Q-Spot™250 and Q-Wash™250 include a mounting plate to which 2 rigging clamps can be
bolted.
1. Align the mounting plate with the screws at the bottom of the base, insert base plate screws and
tighten.
2. Verify the structure can hold 10 times the weight of all to-be installed fixtures.
3. From a stable platform, attach two clamps as illustrated on drawing above.
1. Clamp
2. Eye bolt
3. Safety cable
4. Mounting plate
5. Bracket
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separately!
Safety Cable

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Control Panel
On the control panel you can set the DMX address, set the fixture to Master/Slave mode, reset the
fixture and change fixture personality trait.
Control Panel Functions
FUNCTION OPTIONS NOTES
PAN NO/YES Pan Invert
Tilt NO/YES Tilt Invert
Addr A001 DMX Channel Address
rESt YES Fixture reset
COLI NO/YES Linear progression of color wheel (split colors)
RUN
dn.Co.
Pr6.I
SLAE
SOUd
DMX-512 Mode
Automatic Programs
Slave Mode
Music Active
LAMP ON
OFF
Lamp on
Lamp off
VEr 1.X Software version
HEAt Status Too hot to strike or no lamp
LA.Er Status Lamp error
Applying changes to Functions (Quick Instructions)
Unless other wise stated changes in the control panel can be applied in the following manner.
1. Press [MODE] button repeatedly until the display reads the menu function you wish to change as
illustrated in the table above in section “Control Panel Functions”
2. Press the [ENTER] key to confirm the selection
3. Press the [Up] or [Down] button to toggle between the options available for that particular menu
function.
4. Press the [Enter] button to store your selection.
[MODE] Confirms selection
[ENTER] Access to main menu
[Up] Toggle menu items in a forward direction
[Down] Toggle menu items in a reverse direction

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Daisy Chain
Connection
Operating Modes
A stand-alone mode will listen to sound and run through its diverse range of built in programs.
Master/Slave mode will allow the command of up to as many units you want in a synchronized
light show to the sound.
DMX control mode will provide the greatest flexibility and creativity. Each fixture trait can be
controlled individually using any universal DMX-512 controller.
Master/Stand Alone
Two options are available, a sound-active mode or an automatic mode. In sound-active mode the
internal programs are triggered by the beat of the sound. In automatic mode the internal programs run
at the chase time pre-recorded. It is your choice to enable each fixture to run in Stand Alone mode by
activating either of the two functions below or to proceed to enable slave fixtures as described in the
following section.
MENU SET TONOTES
RUN Pr6.I
SOUd
Automatic mode
Music active mode
Setting Slave Fixtures
The Master/Slave mode will allow you to link multiple units in a daisy chain fashion. In this mode, the
first unit in the daisy chain, the master, will automatically command all other units following. The first
unit will operate in a Stand/Alone mode and all units following will synchronize to the first unit.
MENU SET TONOTES
RUN SLAE Slave mode
You can Invert the Pan and Tilt settings freely.
DMX Mode
Operating in a DMX Control mode environment gives the user the greatest flexibility when it comes to
customizing or creating a show. You can tailor your programming to suit a specific event. Whether it
is a wedding where a spot light may be required or a lead singer requiring a color solo, the
opportunities are endless. In this mode you will be able to control each individual trait of the fixture
independently.
MENU SET TONOTES
RUN dn.Co. DMX-512 mode
Daisy Chain Connection
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.

Operating Instructions
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DMX-512 addressing
This mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. Each fixture requires a "start
address" from 1 to 511. 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 occupies or uses 6 channels
of DMX 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 notate
the start address selected for future reference.
If this is your first time addressing a fixture using the DMX-512 control protocol than I suggest jumping
to the Appendix Section and read the heading “DMX Primer”. It contains very useful information that
will help you understand its use.
Setting the starting address
1. Press the [MENU] button until the display reads “Addr”.
2. Press the [ENTER] button confirm selection.
3. Press the [Up] and [Down] buttons to increase or decrease values until the desired value is
achieved.
4. Press the [Enter] button to activate selection.
User Configurations
Pan Invert & Tilt Invert
It is possible to invert the pan and tilt head movement from within the fixture itself. This could be
helpful in situations where the positioning or rigging of a fixture led to a reverse orientation of the
fixture in relation to all or most other fixtures installed. When choosing to command the pan or tilt of
all fixtures at the same time you will notice that the fixtures whose orientation is different from the
others will most likely move opposite of the rest. You can apply a pan and tilt Invert by following the
settings in the table below.
FUNCTION SET TONOTES
PAN YES Pan Invert
tiLt YES Tilt Invert
Color Wheel (split colors)
Linear progression or advancement of the color wheel will enable you to stop anywhere in between
two adjacent colors.
FUNCTION SET TONOTES
COLI YES With linear progression or advancement of the
color wheel split colors will be achieved.
Service Functions
Fixture Reset (all motors)
This function will re-initialize the fixture by returning all motors to its startup positions or otherwise
known as (home position).
FUNCTION SET TONOTES
rESt [ENTER] Reset fixture

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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’)
Fixture Linking
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.
The chart below details a proper cable conversion:
3PIN TO 5PIN CONVERSION CHART
Conductor 3 Pin Female (output) 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
COMMON
DMX +
DMX
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INPUT OUTPUT
1
3
2
1
3
2
1
3
2
Resistance 120
ohm 1/4w between
pin 2 (DMX -) and
pin 3 (DMX +) of
the last fixture.
Termination reduces signal errors and to
avoid signal transmission problems and
interference, it is always advisable to
connect a DMX signal terminator.
Figure 1 - DMX connector configuration

Appendix
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DMX Values
Q-Spot™250
CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION
1
000 255 Pan Left > Right ( 128 = center)
2
000 255 Tilt Up > Down (128 = center)
3 000 255 Pan (Fine) 16 bit
4 000 255 Tilt (Fine) 16 bit
5
000 255 Pan/Tilt Speed Fast > Slow
6
000 127
128 139
140 229
230 239
240 255
Lamp on/off & Reset
No Function
Lamp on after 3 seconds when lamp is off
Fixture reset when lamp is on
No Function
Lamp off after 3 seconds
No Function
7
000 015
016 031
032 047
048 063
064 079
080 095
096 111
112 127
128 255
Color Wheel
White (Open)
Cyan
Green
Yellow
Magenta
Pink
Orange
Dark Blue
Rainbow effect: Fast > Slow (clockwise)
8
000 004
005 127
128 132
133 255
Prism
No rotation
Clockwise rotation: Fast > Slow
No rotation
Counter-clockwise rotation: Slow > Fast
9
000 031
032 063
064 095
096 127
128 159
160 223
224 255
Rotating Gobo Wheel
Open (White)
Gobo 1
Gobo 2
Gobo 3
Gobo 4
Gobo 5
Gobo Spin: Slow > Fast
10
000 040
041 060
061 158
159 255
Gobo Rotation & Index
Gobo Incremental rotation
Constant rotation
Clockwise rotation: Slow > Fast
Counter-clockwise rotation: Slow > Fast
11
000 255 Focus Proportional: Far > Near
12
000 031
032 063
064 095
096 127
128 159
160 191
192 223
224 225
Shutter/Strobe
Closed
Open
Strobe: Slow > Fast (max 10fps)
Open
Pulse Strobe: Slow > Fast
Open
Random Strobe: Slow > Fast
Open
13
000 255 Dimmer Intensity: 0 –100%

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Q-Wash™250
CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION
1
000 255 Pan Left > Right ( 128 = center)
2
000 255 Tilt Up > Down (128 = center)
3 000 255 Pan (Fine) 16 bit
4 000 255 Tilt (Fine) 16 bit
5
000 255 Pan/Tilt Speed Fast > Slow
6
000 127
128 139
140 229
230 239
240 255
Lamp on/off & Reset
No Function
Lamp on after 3 seconds when lamp is off
Fixture reset when lamp is on
No Function
Lamp off after 3 seconds
No Function
7
000 015
016 029
030 043
044 057
058 071
072 085
086 099
100 113
114 127
128 190
191 192
193 255
Color Wheel
White (Open)
Red
Yellow
Magenta
Green
Orange
Blue
Pink
UV
Rainbow effect: Fast > Slow (clockwise)
No rotation
Rainbow effect: Slow > Fast (counter-clockwise)
8 Reserved No Function
9
000 031
032 063
064 095
096 127
128 159
160 191
192 223
224 225
Shutter/Strobe
Closed
Open
Strobe: Slow > Fast (max 10fps)
Open
Pulse Strobe: Slow > Fast
Open
Random Strobe: Slow > Fast
Open
10
000 255 Dimmer Intensity: 0 –100%

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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. Do not to touch the lamp glass when cleaning fixture. Oil
and dirt can cause damage and premature aging of the lamp. In the event that the lamp is touched or
becomes dirty, clean the lamps with an alcohol wipe.
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.
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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General Troubleshooting Applies to
Symptom Solution(s) Lights
Foggers
& Snow Controllers
Dimmers
& Chaser
Auto shut off Check fan thermal switch reset 
Beam is very dim or not
bright Clean optical system or replace lamp Check 220/110v switch for proper setting 
Breaker/Fuse keeps
blowing Check total load placed on device 
Chase is too slow Check users manual for speed adjustment 
Device has no power Check for power on Mains.
Check device’s fuse. (internal and/or external) 
Fixture is not responding Check DMX Dip switch settings for correct addressing
Check DMX cables
Check polarity switch settings

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
 
Lamps cuts off
sporadically Possible bad lamp or fixture is overheating. Lamp may be at end of its life. 
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

Loss of signal Use only DMX cables
Install terminator
Note: Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black
lights.

Motor movements are
jerky or jumpy Possible bad motor driver or sensors Check polarity switch on controller 
Moves slow Check 220/110v switch for proper setting 
No flash Re-install bulb, may have shifted in shipping 
No light output Check slip ring & brushes for contact
Install bulb
Call service technician

Relay will not work Check reset switch
Check cable connections 
Remote does not work Make sure connector is firmly connected to device 
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

Unit wobbles when
rotating Check for damages possibly incurred during shipping 

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Technical Specifications
WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS
Q-Wash™250
Length......................................................................................................................379 mm (14.92 in)
Width........................................................................................................................428 mm (16.85 in)
Height ......................................................................................................................476 mm (18.74 in)
Weight...................................................................................................................25.5 Kgs (56.22 lbs)
Q-Spot™250
Length......................................................................................................................400 mm (15.75 in)
Width........................................................................................................................400 mm (15.75 in)
Height ......................................................................................................................476 mm (18.74 in)
Weight......................................................................................................................25 Kgs (55.12 lbs)
POWER
Internal multi-tap transformer ................................................100V, 115V, 200V, 230V / 50 Hz or 60Hz
AC input.........................................................................................................3 prongs IEC 60320 C14
European version...............................................................................................................240V 50 Hz
LAMPS
Osram™HSD-250............................................................................................ 2000 hr, 6000K, 250W
Philips™MSD-250/2......................................................................................... 2000 hr, 6500K, 250W
Philips™MSD-200............................................................................................ 2000 hr, 5600K, 200W
PHOTO OPTIC
Beam Angle (Q-WASH250)......................................................................................................8° ~ 22°
Beam Angle (Q-SPOT250)..............................................................................................................21°
Pan............................................................................................................................................... 530°
Tilt................................................................................................................................................. 280°
GOBOS
Outside diameter.....................................................................................................................37.2 mm
Image diameter..........................................................................................................................31 mm
THERMAL
Maximum ambient temperature......................................................................................... 45° (113° F)
FUSE
Main (115V) .............................................................................................20mm Glass 6.3A Fast Blow
Main (230V) ..............................................................................................20mm Glass 10A Fast Blow
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 (Q-WASH250)..........................................................................................................10
DMX Channels (Q-SPOT250)...........................................................................................................13
ORDERING INFORMATION
Q-Wash™250.................................................................................................................Q-WASH250
Q-Spot™250 ....................................................................................................................Q-SPOT250
Technical Support
Address: Service Dept.
3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 (U.S.A.)
Support (Email): [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone] - (Press 4)
Fax: [phone] - (Attention: Service)
Website:...............................................................................................http://www.chauvetlighting.com