Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new CHAUVET lighting effect. We are confident you will
enjoy many trouble free hours with these units. To assist with the care and use of the product we
have prepared this short guide.
Setting-Up
This lighting effect has been designed to function on a mains power supply of either 120V~60Hz
or 230V~50Hz and each head has been fitted with a suitable power plug for use with your local
voltage. Check the label and voltage selector switch (if fitted) and the power plug for the correct
voltage before switching on.
First check the contents of your packaging with the ‘Packing List’ on the back of this guide. Then
install lamps (see ‘Replacing Lamps’ for details) in each head. Once this is done decide on your
location and link the units together (see ‘Linking’ and diagram – fig.2).
Operation
The ‘Master’ head has all the controls at the rear and is used to operate the various functions of
the effect. The mode selector switch allows you to decide between auto run (this cycles through
all 16 patterns – sound activated), two individual chase patterns (not sound activated), static (all
on), or flashing (all on/off). The chase speed control determines the speed at which the units
chase, except when in static mode. Finally the audio sensitivity control adjusts the sensitivity of
the internal microphone for sound pick-up. The sound activation mode takes the dominant beat of
the music as its ‘pulse’ for the chase.
For general use, we suggest that you set the controls to auto run with the speed control and the
audio sensitivity set to suit your mood. This will provide an effect that is ever-changing and create
a good multi-purpose lightshow.
Installation / Mounting
Although these units can be used in an upright position. It is recommended that, for safety
purposes, your lighting effects be properly mounted using a suitable hanging clamp and safety
cable. CHAUVET offers a range of items, which are ideal for safe mounting.
Replacing Lamps
1. Disconnect from main power supply before attempting to replace lamps or fuses.
2. Ensure that the unit is sufficiently cool, before removing blown lamps.
3. Never touch new lamps with your fingers; use a tissue or a cloth.
In order to replace the lamp, disconnect from main power supply first, and unscrew the lamp
replacement cover, which is highlighted on the diagram (fig.1). Only use the appropriately rated
lamps as use of any other lamp type may cause the unit to be non-operational.
Due to the nature of halogen lamps it is vitally important that you do not touch the new
replacement lamp with your fingers, as this will reduce lamp life considerably. Once again a
tissue or cloth can be used for fitting the replacement lamp. Finally before switching on, check
that the lamp is housed correctly in the lamp holder and that the lamp replacement cover has
been screwed back into place.
If after replacement of the lamp, the unit is still not working then please contact your dealer or
CHAUVET for servicing.
Multi-Link System
With the cables provided you can link one master with fifteen linkable heads for synchronized
control from the master head, see diagram (fig.2). The socket is such that it will only allow you to
plug the cable in the correct way, once connection has been made a twistlock mechanism
secures the cable firmly in place.
Once the heads have been linked correctly, as shown, then it is necessary to select the
appropriate channels for each head. On the rear of each ‘linkable’ unit you will find a rotary
selector which has positions 1 to 4 clearly marked.
With this you can designate which head will synchronize with another i.e. all heads selected as ‘2’
will light together, all those selected as ‘3’ will light together, etc. This is particularly useful if you
have a multi-head system, for example, 8 heads linked together would mean you could have 2 of
each channel selected.
The beauty of the CHAUVET ‘multi-link’ operation is the compatibility with other models and
systems in the range. See diagram (fig.2) for a list of all the products which you can hook up
together in this way. A great way to improve your lightshow at little cost!
Cleaning
The most important part of your lighting effects to keep clean are the lenses as they allow the
light output to transmit. These should be cleaned with a soft damp cloth. The body of the units
may also be cleaned in the same way. We recommend internal cleaning be carried out by a fully
qualified technician.
Maintenance & Servicing
Work on internal parts should be carried out by a qualified technician. Removal of any covers
other than the lamp replacement access is considered a breach of warranty and will not be
covered under any such agreement unless authorized first by the company.
Troubleshooting
• If all units are not functional – check main power supply is ‘on’ and check fuses.
• If any units do not light – check head selector switch is correctly set, if ok, then lamp or fuse may
require replacing.
If after trying this solution you still have a problem contact your dealer or CHAUVET.
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