Chauvet CUBIX User manual

User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin ...........................................................................................................3
What Is Included ........................................................................................................................3
Unpacking Instructions...............................................................................................................3
Claims ..............................................................................................................................................3
Text Conventions .......................................................................................................................3
Symbols.....................................................................................................................................3
Disclaimer..................................................................................................................................3
Product at a Glance ...................................................................................................................4
Safety Notes ..............................................................................................................................4
2. Introduction ....................................................................................................................5
Product Overview.......................................................................................................................5
Product Dimensions ...................................................................................................................6
3. Setup...............................................................................................................................7
AC Power ..................................................................................................................................7
Fuse Replacement.....................................................................................................................7
Power Linking ...................................................................................................................................7
Mounting....................................................................................................................................8
Orientation ........................................................................................................................................8
Rigging .............................................................................................................................................8
4. Operation ........................................................................................................................9
Control Panel Operation.............................................................................................................9
Menu Map..................................................................................................................................9
Configuration (DMX) ..................................................................................................................9
Starting Address................................................................................................................................9
DMX Channel Assignments and Values ...................................................................................10
7-CH............................................................................................................................................... 10
Configuration (Standalone).......................................................................................................10
Automatic Mode .............................................................................................................................. 10
Sound-Active Mode ......................................................................................................................... 10
Master/Slave Mode ......................................................................................................................... 11
5. Maintenance .................................................................................................................11
Product Maintenance ...............................................................................................................11
6. Technical Specifications..............................................................................................12
Returns ....................................................................................................................................13
Contact Us...............................................................................................................................13

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What Is
Included
•Cubix™ 2.0
•Power Cord
•Warranty Card
•Quick Reference Guide
Unpacking
Instructions
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure
all the
parts are in the package and are in good condition.
Claims
If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from
shipping, or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not CHAUVET®.
Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In addition,
keep the box and contents for inspection.
For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or
concealed damage, file a claim with CHAUVET® within 7 days of delivery.
Text
Conventions
Convention Meaning
1~512
A range of values
50/60
A set of values of which only one can be chosen
Settings
A menu option not to be modified
Menu > Settings
A sequence of menu options to be followed
<ENTER>
A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel
ON
A value to be entered or selected
Symbols
Symbol Meaning
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not
following these instructions may make the product not work, cause
damage to the product, or cause harm to the operator.
Important installation or configuration information. The product
may not function correctly if this information is not used.
Useful information.
Disclaimer
The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change
without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or
omissions that may appear in this manual. CHAUVET® reserves the right to update the
existing document or to create a new document to correct any errors or omissions.
You can download the latest version of this document from www.chauvetlighting.com.
© Copyright 2012 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of America.
Author
Date
Editor
Updated
A. Diaz 5/16/12 S. Diaz 1/15/13

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Product at a
Glance
Use on Dimmer

Auto Programs

Outdoor Use

Auto-ranging Power Supply

Sound Activated

Replaceable Fuse

DMX

User Serviceable

Master/Slave

Duty Cycle

Safety Notes
Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before working with the product. The
Notes include important safety information about installation, usage, and maintenance.
•Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
•Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing
the fuse.
•Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
•Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
•Never disconnect the product from power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
•If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a
safety cable.
•Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating.
•Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
•Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the
product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
•The product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not
expose the product to rain or moisture.
•Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50
cm) from adjacent surfaces.
•Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
•Never connect the product to a dimmer.
•Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
•Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the
hanging/mounting bracket or the handles.
•The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate the
product at higher temperatures.
•In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.
•Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to
damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance
center.
•Keep this User Manual for future use. If you sell the product to someone else, be
sure that they also receive this document.

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2. INTRODUCTION
Product Overview
DMX In/Out
Power In/Out
Fuse Holder
Safety Loop
LED Display
Perimeter (Side) Lenses (20)
Middle Lens

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Product Dimensions

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3. SETUP
AC Power
The Cubix™ 2.0 has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage
range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the product’s power requirements (
circuit
breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current value listed on the label affixed to the
product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart. The listed current rating
indicates the product’s average current draw under normal conditions.
Always connect the product to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make
sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of
electrocution or fire.
Never connect the product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if
the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
Disconnect the product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse.
Fuse
Replacement
1. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
2. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
3. Remove the blown fuse from the holder and replace with a fuse of the exact same
type and rating.
4. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
Power Linking
The product provides power linking via the Edison outlet located in the back of the unit.
Please see the diagram below for further explanation.
Power Linking
Diagram
You can power link up to 19 Cubix™ 2.0 units on 120 VAC or up to 32 Cubix™ 2.0
units on 230 VAC.
The power linking diagram corresponds to the North American version of the
product ONLY! If using the product in other markets, you must consult with the
local CHAUVET® distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may
differ in your country or region.
1st Product
2nd Product
3rd Product
Other products
Installed fuse
(held by plastic clip)
Spare fuse holder
(inside safety cap)
Safety cap

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Mounting
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the
Safety Notes.
Orientation
The Cubix™ 2.0 may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate
ventilation is provided around the product.
Rigging
•Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy access
to the product for maintenance and programming purposes.
•Make sure that the structure onto which you are mounting the product can support the
product’s weight. See the Technical Specifications for weight information.
•When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the product
securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.
•When rigging the product onto a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight
capacity.
•When power linking multiple products, mount the products close enough for power
linking cables to reach.
•The bracket adjustment knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming the
product to the desired angle. Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually.
Using tools could damage the knobs.
Mounting Diagram
Bracket Adjustment Knob
Mounting Bracket
Safety Cable
Mounting Clamp

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4. OPERATION
Control Panel
Operation
To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the display.
Please refer to the Product Overview to see the button locations on the control panel.
Button
Function
<MENU>
Press to find an operation mode or to back out of the current menu
option
<UP> Press to scroll up the list of options or to find a higher value
<DOWN>
Press to scroll down the list of options or to find a lower value
<ENTER>
Press to activate a menu option or a selected value
Menu Map
Mode
Programming Steps
Description
DMX Address 512 d__1-d512 Sets the DMX starting address
Auto Programs AUTO Sets Auto Program
Auto Program
Speed S-- S__1-S100 Selects Auto Program speed (slow to fast)
Sound Active
Mode
SNd Sets Sound Active mode
Configuration
(DMX)
Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
3. Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input
socket on the product.
Starting Address
When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels the
selected DMX mode uses. If you choose a starting address that is too high, you could
restrict the access to some of the product’s channels.
The Cubix™ 2.0 uses up to 7 DMX channels in its 7-channel DMX mode, which defines the
highest configurable address to 506.
If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol, download the DMX Primer from the
CHAUVET® website.
To select the starting address, do the following:
1. Press <MENU>repeatedly until 512 shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address.
4. Press <ENTER>.

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DMX Channel Assignments and Values
7-CH
Channel Function Value Setting
1 Colors
000 004
No function
Side Lenses
005 028
Red
029 056
Green
057 084
Blue
085 112
Cyan
113 140
Purple
141

168
Yellow
169 197
White
198 224
3-Color switching
225 255
7-Color switching
2 Strobe
000 004
No function
005 255
0~30 Hz
3 Motor Rotation
000 127
Rotation with indexing
128 255
Back and forth with increasing
distance
4 Auto Programs
000 014
Blackout
Middle Lens
015

255
Auto Programs
5 Auto Program Speed
000

015
No function
016 255
0~100% (when Ch. 4 is
015~255)
6 Strobe
000 015
No function
016 255
0~30 Hz
7 Auto Programs
(All Lenses)
000 009
No function
All Lenses
010 250
Auto programs (slow~fast)
251 255
Sound active
Configuration
(Standalone)
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode to a DMX string
connected to a DMX controller. Products in standalone mode may transmit DMX
signals that could interfere with the DMX signals from the controller.
Automatic Mode
To enable the Automatic Mode, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until AUTO shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
Sound-Active
Mode
To enable the Sound-Active mode, do the following:
1. Press <MENU repeatedly until SNd shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Turn the music on and adjust the sound sensitivity knob until the product starts
responding to the beat of the music.

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Master/Slave
Mode
The Master/Slave mode allows a single Cubix™ 2.0 unit (the “master”) to control the
actions of one or more Cubix™ 2.0 units (the “slaves”) without the need of a DMX
controller. The master unit will be set to operate in either Automatic or Sound Active mode,
while the slave units will be set to operate i
n Slave Mode. Once set and connected, the
slave units will operate in unison with the master unit.
Configure the units as indicated below.
Slave units:
1. Press <MENU>repeatedly until 512 shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> to accept.
3. Set the DMX address to 001.
4. Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master unit.
5. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave units to the DMX output of the
previous slave unit.
6. Finish setting and connecting all the slave units.
Master unit:
1. Set the master unit to operate in either Automatic or Sound mode.
2. Make the master unit the first unit in the daisy chain.
•Configure all the slave units before connecting the master unit to the daisy
chain.
•Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave
operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master
unit.
•Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master unit.
5. MAINTENANCE
Product
Maintenance
Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead
to reduction of the light source’s life and/or mechanical wear. To maintain optimum
performance and minimize wear, clean your lighting products at least twice a month.
However, be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be contributing factors
to increase the cleaning frequency.
To clean the product, follow the instructions below:
•Unplug the product from power.
•Wait until the product is cold.
•Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on
the external surface/vents.
•Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass
cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
•Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
•Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface.
•Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.

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6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and
Weight
Length
Width
Height
Weight
10.5 in (267 mm)
12 in (305 mm)
11.6 in (296 mm)
8.1 lbs (3.7 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
Switching (internal)
100~240 V, 50/60 Hz
Auto-ranging
Parameter
120 V, 60 Hz
230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption
50 W
48 W
Operating
0.4 A
0.2 A
Power linking current (units)
8 A (19 units)
8 A (32 units)
Fuse
F 1 A, 250 V
F 1 A, 250 V
Power I/O
U.S./Worldwide
UK/Europe
Power input connector
IEC
IEC
Power output connector
Edison
IEC
Power Cord plug
Edison (U.S.)
Local plug
Light Source
Type
Power
Lifespan
LED
9 W
50,000 hours
Color
Quantity
Current
Red (5 mm)
32
20 mA
Green (5 mm)
20
20 mA
Blue (5 mm)
12
20 mA
Red (3 W)
2
500 mA
Green (3 W)
2
500 mA
Blue (3 W)
2
500 mA
Photo Optic
Parameter
Coverage angle
111º
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
Cooling System
104° F (40° C)
Convection
DMX
I/O Connectors
Channel Range
3-pin XLR
7
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
UPC Number
Cubix™ 2.0
03050528
781462208769

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To return a product or request support:
•In the U.S., contact CHAUVET® World Headquarters (see below).
•In the UK or Ireland, contact CHAUVET® Europe Ltd. (see below).
•In any other country, DO NOT contact CHAUVET®. Instead, contact your lighting
distributor. See www.chauvetlighting.com for distributors outside the U.S., UK, or
Ireland.
Outside the U.S., UK, or Ireland, contact your distributor and follow their
instructions on how to return CHAUVET® products to them. Visit our website for
contact details.
Returns
Call the corresponding CHAUVET® Technical Support office and request a Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product. Be prepared to
provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the
return.
You must send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, and with its original packing
and accessories. CHAUVET® will not issue call tags.
Clearly label the package with the RMA number. CHAUVET® will refuse any product
returned without an RMA number.
Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label. DO NOT write the RMA number
directly on the box.
Before sending the product, clearly write the following information on a piece of paper and
place it inside the box:
•Your name
•Your address
•Your phone number
•The RMA number
•A brief description of the problem
Be sure to pack the product properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate
packaging will be your responsibility. FedEx packing or double-boxing are recommended.
CHAUVET® reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned
product(s).
Contact Us
World Headquarters
CHAUVET®
General Information
Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue
Sunrise, FL 33351
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Toll free: [phone]
United Kingdom & Ireland
CHAUVET® Europe Ltd.
General Information
Address: Unit 1C
Brookhill Road Industrial Estate
Pinxton, Nottingham, UK
NG16 6NT
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Technical Support
Voice: [phone] (Press 4)
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Technical Support
Email: [e-mail]
World Wide Web
www.chauvetlighting.com
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www.chauvetlighting.co.uk