Chauvet Hemisphere 5 User manual

User Manual

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T
ABLE OF
C
ONTENTS
1. Before you Begin............................................................................3
What is Included........................................................................................3
Unpacking Instructions..............................................................................3
Text Conventions......................................................................................3
Icons.........................................................................................................3
Safety Notes .............................................................................................4
2. Introduction.....................................................................................5
Product Overview......................................................................................5
3. Setup...............................................................................................6
AC Power..................................................................................................6
Power Linking....................................................................................................6
Mounting...................................................................................................7
Orientation.........................................................................................................7
Rigging..............................................................................................................7
4. Operation ........................................................................................8
Control Panel Operation............................................................................8
Menu Map.................................................................................................8
Configuration (DMX Connectivity)..............................................................9
Starting Address ................................................................................................9
Configuration (Standalone Modes) ..........................................................10
Automatic Programs.........................................................................................10
Automatic Sequence........................................................................................10
Sound Active Mode..........................................................................................10
Static Color......................................................................................................10
Master/Slave Mode..........................................................................................11
DMX Channel Assignments and Values...................................................12
4 Channel Mode...............................................................................................12
5. Technical Information ..................................................................13
General Maintenance..............................................................................13
General Troubleshooting.........................................................................14
Returns Procedure..................................................................................15
Claims.....................................................................................................15
Contact Information.................................................................................15
DMX Primer ............................................................................................16
Starting Address ..............................................................................................16
Fixture Linking (Daisy Chain)............................................................................16
DMX Cabling ...................................................................................................17
6. Technical Specifications..............................................................18

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1.
B
EFORE YOU
B
EGIN
What is Included
•1 x Hemisphere™ 5
•1 x Power Cord
•1 x Warranty Card
•1 x User Manual
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack it and check the container in
which you received it. Make sure that you have received all the parts indicated above
and that they are all in good condition. If the material inside the container (this product
and any other accessory included with it) appears damaged from shipping, or if the
container shows signs of mishandling, notify the shipper immediately. In addition,
retain the container and all the packing material for inspection.
See the Claimssection in the “Technical Information” chapter.
Text Conventions
Convention Meaning
[10]
A DIP switch to be configured
<Menu>
A key to be pressed on the fixture’s control panel
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 (for example, showing the operating
mode/current status)
Menu > Settings
A sequence of menu options to be followed
ON
A value to be entered or selected
Icons
Icon Meaning
This
paragraph contains critical installation, configuration, or
operation information. Failure to comply with this information
may render the fixture partially or completely inoperative, cause
damage to the fixture, or cause harm to the user.
This paragraph contains important installation or configuration
information. Failure to comply with this information may prevent
the fixture from functioning correctly.
This paragraph reminds you of useful, although not critical,
information.
Document Information
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.
© Copyright 2011 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved
Printed in P.R.C.
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of America
Author Editor Manager PD Manager
A. Chiappone D. Gallagher A. Reiss F. Sellers

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

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2.
I
NTRODUCTION
Product Overview
Control Panel
Microphone
Sensitivity
Adjustment
Knob
Safety
Power Out
DMX Out
Power In
DMX In
Back Panel

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3.
S
ETUP
AC Power
This product 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 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 indicates its average current draw under normal conditions.
Always connect this product to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse),
making sure that it has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of
electrocution or fire.
Never connect this product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit,
even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
Power Linking
This fixture 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 12 Hemisphere™ 5 units on 120 VAC or up to 24
Hemisphere™ 5 units on 230 VAC.
The power linking diagram shown above corresponds to the North American
version of this product ONLY! If using this 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 Fixture
2
nd
Fixture
3
rd
Fixture
Other fixtures connect here

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Mounting
Orientation
The Hemisphere™ 5 may be mounted in any position, provided there is adequate
room for ventilation around it.
Rigging
Be sure that the structure onto which you are mounting this product can support its
weight. Please see the “Technical Specifications” section of this manual for weight
information.
Make sure to mount the fixture securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated
platform or a truss.
When rigging this product onto a truss, you should use two mounting clamps of
appropriate weight capacity. The four mounting brackets have 13 mm Ø holes for this
purpose.
When mounting this product overhead, always use a safety cable.
Always consider ease of access to the unit for maintenance
and programming
purposes before deciding on a location for this product.
It is also possible to mount this fixture to a flat, dry surface such as plywood using the
mounting brackets.
When power linking multiple fixtures, always consider the length of the power linking
cable and mount the fixtures close enough from each other to accommodate for this.
Mounting Diagram
Safety
Mounting
Brackets

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4.
O
PERATION
Control Panel Operation
To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the
display.
Button Function
<MENU> Press to find an operation mode or to back out of the current menu
option
<DOWN> Press to scroll down the list of options or to find a lower value
<UP> Press to scroll up the list of options or to find a higher value
<SETUP> Press to activate a menu option or a selected value
Menu Map
Mode Programming Steps Description
PR.XX PR.01~14 Selects one of the auto programs
AUTO n/a Runs all 14 auto programs in sequence
d.xxx d.001~d.512 Selects DMX address and enables the 4-Ch DMX
mode
SLAV n/a Selects the “Slave” function (M/S mode)
SOUN n/a Selects the “Sound” function
CL.XX
CL.R- Static color Red
CL.G- Static color Green
CL.B- Static color Blue
CL.W- Static color White
CL.Y- Static color Yellow
CL.RG Static color Red & Green
CL.RB Static color Red & Blue
CL.RW Static color Red & White
CL.RY Static color Red and Yellow
CL.GB Static color Green & Blue
CL.GW Static color Green & White
CL.GY Static color Green & Yellow
CL.BW Static color Blue & White
CL.BY Static color Blue & Yellow
CL.WY Static color White & Yellow
RGB- Static color Red, Green, & Blue
RGBW Static color Red, Green, Blue, & White
RGBY Static color Red, Green, Blue, & Yellow
CL.FL Static color

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Configuration (DMX Connectivity)
Setting this product to operate in DMX mode will allow you to control it with a DMX
controller.
1) Connect this product to a suitable power outlet.
2) Turn this product on.
3) Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX
input socket of this product.
Starting Address
When selecting a starting DMX address, you must always consider the number of
DMX channels assigned to the selected DMX mode. If you choose a starting address
that is too high, you could restrict the access to some of the channels of the DMX
mode in use.
The Hemisphere™ 5’s single DMX mode uses five DMX channels, which defines the
highest configurable address to 508.
If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol, you may refer to the “DMX Primer”
section in the “Technical Information” chapter.
To select the starting address, do the following:
1) Press <MENU> repeatedly until d.xxx shows on the display.
2) Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address.
3) Press <SETUP>.
After pressing <SETUP>, the fixture will immediately activate its 5-channel DMX
mode.

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Configuration (Standalone Modes)
Setting this product to operate in standalone mode will allow you to control it without a
DMX controller.
1) Connect this product to a suitable power outlet.
2) Turn this product on.
3) Select a standalone mode, as indicated in the next sections.
Never connect a fixture that is operating in any standalone mode, whether
Static, Automatic, or Sound to a DMX string already connected to a DMX
controller. This is because fixtures in standalone
mode may transmit DMX
signals that could interfere with the DMX signals from the controller.
Automatic Programs
This fixture has 14 automatic programs, which you can select individually.
To select and enable an automatic program, follow the instructions below:
1) Press <MENU> repeatedly until PR.XX shows on the display.
2) Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select an automatic program, from PR.01 to PR.14.
3) Press <SETUP>.
Automatic Sequence
This mode plays the 14 automatic programs in an endless sequence.
To activate the automatic sequence, follow the instructions below:
1) Press <MENU> repeatedly until AUTO shows on the display.
2) Press <SETUP>.
Sound Active Mode
The fixture has a pre-programmed chase that triggers with ambient sound.
To enable the Sound Active mode, do the following:
1) Press <MENU> repeatedly until SOUN shows on the display.
2) Turn the music on and adjust the microphone sensitivity knob until the fixture
starts reacting to the beat of the music.
The fixture will only respond to the low frequencies of the music (bass and
drums).
Static Color
In this mode, the fixture will rotate at a preset speed, although you will be able to
control the LED colors.
To enable the Static mode, do the following:
1) Press <MENU> repeatedly until CL.XX shows on the display.
2) Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select a static color combination (from CL.R-to
CL.FL), as shown in the Menu Map (page 8).
3) Press <SETUP>.
The rotation speed is not adjustable in the Static Color mode.

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Master/Slave Mode
This mode allows a single Hemisphere™ 5 unit (the “master”) to control the actions of
one or more Hemisphere™ 5 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 in Slave Mode. Once configured 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 SLAVshows on the display.
2) Press <SETUP>.
Master unit:
1) Set the master unit to operate in either Automatic or Sound mode, as indicated
previously.
2) Make the master unit the first unit in the DMX daisy chain.
•Configure
all the slave units before connecting the master unit to the DMX
daisy chain.
•Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave
operation because it may interfere with the signals from the master unit.
Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master unit.

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DMX Channel Assignments and Values
4 Channel Mode
Channel Function Value Setting
1 Mode Selection
000 ó009
010 ó019
020 ó029
030 ó039
040 ó049
050 ó059
060 ó069
070 ó079
080 ó089
090 ó099
100 ó109
110 ó119
120 ó129
130 ó139
140 ó149
150 ó159
160 ó169
170 ó179
180 ó189
190 ó199
200 ó229
230 ó255
Blackout
Red
Green
Blue
White
Amber
Red/Green
Red/Blue
Red/White
Red/Amber
Green/Blue
Green/White
Green/Amber
Blue/White
Blue/Amber
White/Amber
Red/Green/Blue
Red/Green/Blue/White
Red/Green/Blue/Amber
Red/Green/Blue/White/Amber
Auto Program
Sound Mode
2 Strobe 000 ó009
010 ó255 No function Slow~fast
3 Auto Program Speed 000 ó009
010 ó255 No function 0~100%
4 Rotation
000 ó009
010 ó119
120 ó129
130 ó255
Stop
Rotate (slow~fast)
Stop
Rotate
(
slow~fast)

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5.TECHNICAL INFORMATION
General Maintenance
Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can
lead to reduction of the light source’s life and mechanical wear. To maintain optimum
performance and minimize wear, you should clean your lighting fixtures at least twice
a month. However, be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be
contributing factors to increase the cleaning frequency.
To clean this fixture, follow the instructions below:
•Unplug the fixture from power.
•Wait until the fixture is cold.
•Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected
on the external surfaces.
•Clean all glass surfaces with a mild solution of glass cleaner or isopropyl alcohol.
•Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue
and drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the lens.
•Gently polish the external glass surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
Always dry the external glass surfaces carefully after cleaning them.

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General Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible Cause Possible Action
Circuit breaker
or fuse keeps
blowing
•Excessive load on the circuit •Make sure that the total load
does not exceed 80% of the
breaker or fuse nominal current
•Short circuit along the power
lines •Check the power lines and power cords
Product does not
power up
•No energy on power outlet •Check power outlet
•Change to another outlet
•Loose or damaged power cord •Check the power cord
•Blown fuse •Replace blown fuse with a good
one of the same type and rating
•Internal problem •Send product for repair
Fixture does not
respond to DMX
•Wrong starting address on the
fixture •Set the correct starting address on the fixture
•Use the right fader(s) on the
controller
•Wrong DMX personality on the
fixture •Set the correct DMX personality on fixture
•Assign the faders accordingly
•Wrong polarity setting on the
DMX controller •Change the signal polarity on the controller
•Loose or damaged DMX cable •Check the DMX cable before
the faulty unit
•Internal problem •Send product for repair
Intermittent DMX
Problems
•Signal cables are not DMX
compatible •Replace non DMX cables with true DMX cables
•Interference with AC or radio
signals •Keep DMX cables away from AC wires or radio equipment
•DMX cable too long •Install an optically coupled DMX
amplifier right before the fixture
with intermittent problems
•Too many fixtures connected •Install an optically coupled DMX
amplifier after unit #32
•Terminator not connected •Install a terminator, as indicated
in “DMX Primer”.
If you still experience problems after trying the above solutions, contact
CHAUVET® Technical Support.

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Returns Procedure
The user must send the merchandise prepaid, in the original box, and with its original
packing and accessories. CHAUVET® will not issue call tags.
Call CHAUVET® and request a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number
before shipping the fixture. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number,
and a brief description of the cause for the return.
The user must clearly label the package with a Return Merchandise Authorization
(RMA) number. CHAUVET®
will refuse any product returned without an RMA
number.
DO NOT write the RMA number
directly on the box. Instead, write it on a
properly affixed label.
Once you have received the RMA number, please include the following information
on a piece of paper inside the box:
•Your name
•Your address
•Your phone number
•The RMA number
•A brief description of the problem
Be sure to pack the fixture properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging
will be the customer’s responsibility. As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is
always a safe method to use.
CHAUVET®
reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace
returned product(s).
Claims
The carrier is responsible for any damage incurred during shipping to this product or
any part that shipped with it. Therefore, if the received merchandise appears to have
damages caused during shipping, the customer must submit the damage report and
any related claims with the carrier, not CHAUVET®. The customer must submit the
report upon reception of the damaged merchandise. Failure to do so in a timely
manner may invalidate the customer’s claim with the carrier.
For other issues such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or
concealed damage, the customer must make claims to CHAUVET® within seven (7) days of
receiving the merchandise.
Contact Information
World Headquarters
United Kingdom & Ireland
CHAUVET®
CHAUVET® Europe Ltd.
General Information
Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue
Sunrise, FL 33351
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Toll free: [phone]
Technical Support
Voice: [phone] (Press 4)
Fax: [phone]
General Information
Address: Unit 1C
Brookhill Road Industrial Estate
Pinxton, Nottingham, UK
NG16 6NT
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
World Wide Web
World Wide Web
www.chauvetlighting.com
www.chauvetlighting.co.uk

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DMX Primer
The USITT DMX512-A data transmission protocol (DMX, from now on) is based on
the EIA-485 standard and it has 512 channels (001 to 512). This system requires a
controller (DMX controller), one or more DMX compatible fixtures, and a DMX circuit
(also known as “DMX universe”) to link the fixtures to the controller.
Depending on their complexity and features, DMX compatible fixtures may require
from one to more than 30 DMX channels to operate. Some DMX fixtures have
multiple operation modes (also known as “personalities”), each with its own number
of channels and controllable parameters.
Starting Address
In the DMX system, the controller sends DMX data to each fixture based on the
fixture’s starting address. The starting address is the number of the DMX channel
(001 to 512) assigned to the fixture’s first control channel (Channel 1). When
assigning starting addresses to multiple fixtures, it is critical to ensure that no starting
address is already in use by another fixture to prevent channels from overlapping.
Otherwise, the affected fixtures may operate erratically.
For instance, a user has two DMX compatible fixtures. Fixture “A” has four channels
and fixture “B” has six channels. If the user configures the starting address of fixture
“A” to “001”, channels 001 through 004 on the DMX controller will control fixture “A”.
This means that the user should assign the starting address of fixture “B” to “005” or
higher. For a starting address of “005”, the DMX controller would use channels 005 to
010 to control fixture “B”.
It is possible to control multiple fixtures of the same type by assigning each one of
them the same starting address. In this case, all the fixtures would respond in unison
(synchronized) to the signals from the DMX controller.
Fixture Linking (Daisy Chain)
DMX compatible fixtures receive the control signals
from the DMX controller through the DMX cables.
Each fixture has a DMX In and a DMX Out
connector. The figure to the right illustrates how the
fixtures link to each other using multiple segments of
DMX ca
ble in a sequential format called “daisy
chain”.
The order in which the fixtures connect to the DMX
controller is irrelevant because all fixtures receive
the same DMX signals and they only respond to
them based on their individual starting addresses.
Howe
ver, it is important to notice that the
connections between fixtures should always be as
short and direct as possible.
To ensure the integrity of the DMX signal, follow the
recommendations of the EIA-485 standard:
•The maximum recommended cable length is 500 m (1,640 feet).
•The maximum recommended number of fixtures on the same daisy chain is 32.
Connecting more than 32 fixtures on one daisy chain without the use of a DMX
optically-isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal.
DMX
Controller
1
st
DMX
Fixture
2
nd
DMX
Fixture
To other
fixtures

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DMX Cabling
The DMX protocol requires using special data cables to accommodate for the high
speed digital signals it uses. Despite their apparent similarities, data cables are
electrically different from standard microphone cables because they can carry high
frequency digital signals and have better protection against electromagnetic
interference. You can purchase CHAUVET® certified DMX cables directly from a
dealer/distributor or make your own DMX cable.
If you choose to make your own DMX cable, you must use a data-grade cable such
as the Belden 9841, which has the following electrical characteristics:
Type:
shielded, 2-conductor twisted pair
Maximum capacitance between conductors:
30 pF/ft
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield:
55 pF/ft
Maximum resistance:
20 ohms/1000 ft
Nominal impedance:
100~140 ohms
DMX Connectors
Each DMX cable must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR
connector on the other end. The DMX protocol indicates that the XLR connectors
must have five pins. However, most lighting fixtures use the 3-pin XLR connector.
The pin assignment of the 3-pin and 5-pin XLR connectors in a DMX cable is as
follows:
Male Plug Female Plug
Signal 3-Pin 5-Pin 5-Pin 3-Pin Signal
Common 1 1 1 1 Common
Data - 2 2 2 2 Data -
Data + 3 3 3 3 Data +
Not used 4 4 Not used
Not used 5 5 Not used
You can use the above table to create a 3-pin/3-pin cable, a 5-pin/5-pin cable, or a 3-
pin to 5-pin adapter.
The DMX daisy chain uses a terminator to reduce signal transmission problems,
especially with long cables. The terminator consists of either a 3-pin or 5-pin XLR
male plug with a 120 Ω
, ¼ W resistor connected to the wire side of pins 2 and 3, as
shown below.
The terminator plug connects to the DMX Out socket of the last DMX fixture in the
daisy chain.
Do not allow the common wire of the DMX cable to touch the fixture’s chassis
ground. This could cause a ground loop, which may affect your fixtures’
performance. Test all DMX cables with an ohmmeter to verify the correct
polarity of the wires, and to make sure that they are not touching the shield or
each other.

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6.TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and Weight
Length
Width
Height
Weight
10.7 in (272 mm)
10.7 in (272 mm)
10 in (254 mm)
6.7 lbs (3 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
48 W (0.7 A)
48 W (0.4 A)
Inrush current
0.3 A
0.4 A
Power Linking
12 Units
24 Units
Power I/O
Input
Output
Connectors
IEC
Edison
Cord plug
Edison
N/A
Light Source
Type
Power
Lifespan
LED
3 W
50,000 hours
Color
Quantity
Current
Red 1 730 mA
Green
1
730 mA
Blue 1 730 mA
White
1
730 mA
Amber
1
730 mA
Photo Optic
Parameter
Value
Coverage Angle
180º
Location
Parameter
Value
Rating
Indoor Use Only
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
Cooling System
104° F (40° C) Convection
DMX
I/O Connectors
Connector Type
Channel Range
3-pin XLR
Sockets
5
Ordering
Hemisphere 5
HEMISPHERE5