Chauvet Kinta X User manual

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Kinta™ X
USER MANUAL
Snapshot
OK on Dimmer
Outdoor OK
Sound Activated
DMX512
Master/Slave
115V/230V Switch
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN....................................................................................................................................................... 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED................................................................................................................................................................................3
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................................................................................................3
ACPOWER...........................................................................................................................................................................................3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..........................................................................................................................................................................3
2. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................................... 4
FEATURES............................................................................................................................................................................................4
DMXCHANNEL SUMMARY.....................................................................................................................................................................4
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................................................5
4. SETUP............................................................................................................................................................................... 6
FUSE REPLACEMENT.............................................................................................................................................................................6
FIXTURE LINKING ..................................................................................................................................................................................6
Data Cabling................................................................................................................................................................. 6
SETTING UP A DMXSERIAL DATA LINK...................................................................................................................................................6
MOUNTING ...........................................................................................................................................................................................7
Orientation .................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Rigging.......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................................................................... 7
OPERATION..........................................................................................................................................................................................8
Standalone Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode): ............................................................................................................ 8
DMX Mode.................................................................................................................................................................... 8
DMXCHANNEL VALUES........................................................................................................................................................................8
SETTING THE STARTING ADDRESS..........................................................................................................................................................9
DMXQUICK REFERENCE CHART .........................................................................................................................................................10
6. APPENDIX....................................................................................................................................................................... 11
GENERAL MAINTENANCE .....................................................................................................................................................................11
RETURN PROCEDURE..........................................................................................................................................................................11
CLAIMS ..............................................................................................................................................................................................11
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING..............................................................................................................................................................12
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................13
CONTACT US......................................................................................................................................................................................13

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1.BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is Included
1 x Kinta™ X
Power Cord Warranty Card User Manual
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that
all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and
retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself
shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture
must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box
and packing.
AC Power
This fixture has an auto-switching power supply that can accommodate a wide range of input
voltages. The only thing necessary to do before powering on the unit is to make sure the line voltage
you are applying is within the range of accepted voltages. This fixture will accommodate 100 V~240
V, AC 50/60 Hz. 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.
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 the decal or rear panel of the fixture.
•This product is intended for indoor use only! (If applicable)
•To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to rain or moisture. Make sure there are no
flammable materials close to the unit while operating.
•The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20in (50cm) from adjacent
surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.
•Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing 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 (Ta) is 104°F (40°C). Do not operate fixture at temperatures higher
than this.
•In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to repair the
unit by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please
contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center. Always use the same type spare parts.
•Never connect the device to a dimmer pack.
•Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
•Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
•Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.
•Do not daisy chain power to more than 37 units @ 120V and 70 @ 230V
Caution! There are no-user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or
attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit may require service,
please contact CHAUVET at: 954-929-1115.
Please read these instructions carefully, which includes important
information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this
product.

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2. INTRODUCTION
Features
•2-channel DMX-512 LED derby effect
•Continuous rotation or back and forth motor control
•Built-in automated programs via standalone or DMX
•Built-in sound activated programs via standalone
Additional Features
•High-power, 3W (730mA) LEDs
•Linkable with LED Mushroom and Double Derby™ X
•Mount multiple units together with adjustable, optional bracket (XBRACKET)
•Additional power output: max 37 units @ 120V and 70 units @ 230V
DMX Channel Summary
CHANNEL
FUNCTION
1
Control/Operating Mode
2
Motor rotation

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Product Overview
Sound
sensitivity
adjustment
Dipswitches
DMX Out
DMX In
Power link
out
Power
In
Hanging/mounting
bracket
Bracket
adjustment
knob

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This drawing provides a
general illustration of the
DMX Input/Output panel of
a lighting fixture.
Universal DMX Controller
Continue the link
The fuse is located
inside this
compartment.
Remove using a flat
head screwdriver.
4. SETUP
Fuse Replacement
With a flat head screwdriver wedge the fuse
holder out of its housing. Remove the damaged
fuse from its holder and replace with exact
same type fuse. Insert the fuse holder back in
its place and reconnect power.
Fixture Linking
You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX-512 controller
or to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a master/slave operating mode. The
combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number
of fixtures the data link can support.
Important: Fixtures on a serial data link mustbe daisy chained in one single line. To comply with the EIA-485
standard no more than 32 devices should be connected on one data link.Connecting more than 32
fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically-isolated splitter may result in
deterioration of the digital DMX signal.
Maximum recommended serial data link distance: 500 meters (1640 ft.)
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32 fixtures
Data Cabling
To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables. You can purchase CHAUVET-certified DMX
cables directly from a dealer/distributor or construct your own cable. If you choose to create your own
cable please use data-grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to
electromagnetic interference.
Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link
1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of
the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin
connector of the controller.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from
the controller which will have a (female) 3
pin connector to the input connector of the
next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin
connector.
3. Then, proceed to connect from the output
as stated above to the input of the following
fixture and so on.
Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always
replace with the same type fuse.

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Hanging Clamp
Note!
Clamp is sold separately.
Mounting
Orientation
This fixture may be mounted in any safe position, provided there is adequate room for ventilation.
Rigging
It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. Mount the
fixture using, a suitable “C” or “O” type clamp. Adjust the angle of
the fixture by loosening both knobs and tilting the fixture. After finding the
desired position, retighten both knobs.
•When selecting installation location, take into consideration lamp
replacement access and routine maintenance.
•Safety cables must always be used.
•Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain, high
humidity, extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation.
•Do not mount more than 3 fixtures using the X-bracket.
Note: The X-bracket is compatible with linking DerbyX, Double Derby X, and Kinta™ X.
X-bracket

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5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operation
Standalone Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode):
This mode allows a single unit to run to the beat of the music.
1) Set dipswitches position to Sound Active or Auto Mode.
Mode Dipswitches
Sound Active 1-10= Off
2) The product will react to the low frequencies of music via the internal microphone in Sound
Active mode
3) Use the audio sensitivity knob on the back of the unit to make the unit more or less sensitive in
Sound-Active mode. Turning the knob counterclockwise decreases the sensitivity; turning the
knob clockwise increases the sensitivity.
DMX Mode
This mode allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller. If you are unfamiliar with
DMX, download the DMX Primer from www.chauvetlighting.com.
1) Set dipswitches position to DMX mode.
Mode Dipswitches
DMX 10= On
2) Use dipswitches 1-9 to set the DMX address.
DMX Channel Values
CHANNEL
VALUE
FUNCTION
1
000 014
015 100
101 255
Control/Operating Mode
No function
LEDs on
Auto
2
001 085
086 170
171 255
Motor Rotation
Counter-clockwise motor rotation (Slow ~ Fast)
Clockwise motor rotation (Slow ~ Fast)
Motor rotation right-to-left-to-right (Slow ~ Fast)
-Note: Channel 1 will override the motor control channel (channel 2)

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Setting the Starting Address
This DMX mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. Each fixture requires a "start address"
from 1 to 512. 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 uses 6 DMX channels 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 note the start address selected for future reference.
If this is your first time addressing a fixture using the DMX-512 control protocol, download the DMX Primer from
www.chauvetlighting.com.
Set the start address using the group of DIP switches located usually on bottom of the fixture. Each dip switch
has an associated value. Adding the value of each switch in the ON position will provide the start address.
Figuring out which switches to toggle ON given a specific start address can be accomplished by determining
which switch values will add up to the address value, and turning these switches on. Do so by doing the
following:
1) Determine the largest value switch that is less than the start address. Turn this switch on.
2) Subtract the value of the switch you just turned on from the starting address number.
3) Determine the largest value switch that is less than the remainder from the previous subtraction. Turn this
switch on.
4) Subtract the value of the switch you just turned on from the remainder of the previous subtraction.
5) Repeat steps three and four until you have a remainder of zero.
E
XAMPLE
S
TARTING
A
DDRESS
Address 10
Switch # 4 = 8
Switch # 2 = 2
Total = 10
13456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
13456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
13456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
13456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
13456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
1
222
22
23456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
Address 24
Switch # 5 = 16
Switch # 4 = 8
Total = 24
123456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789 ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
Resolving address
using simple math.
Address 233
233 – (128) = 105, Turn ON Dip # 8
105 – (64) = 41, Turn ON Dip # 7
41 – (32) = 9, Turn ON Dip # 6
9 – (8) = 1, Turn ON Dip # 4
1 – (1) = 0, Turn ON Dip # 1
DIPSWITCH
(DMX VALUE)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
4
8
16
32
64
128
256

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DMX Quick Reference Chart
DMX Address Quick Reference Chart
Dip Switch Position
DMX DIP
SWITCH SET
#9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
0=OFF
#8
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1=ON
#7
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
X=OFF or ON
#6
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
0
0
0
0
0
32
64
96
128
160
192
224
256
288
320
352
384
416
448
480
1
0
0
0
0
1
33
65
97
129
161
193
225
257
289
321
353
385
417
449
481
0
1
0
0
0
2
34
66
98
130
162
194
226
258
290
322
354
386
418
450
482
1
1
0
0
0
3
35
67
99
131
163
195
227
259
291
323
355
387
419
451
483
0
0
1
0
0
4
36
68
100
132
164
196
228
260
292
324
356
388
420
452
484
1
0
1
0
0
5
37
69
101
133
165
197
229
261
293
325
357
389
421
453
485
0
1
1
0
0
6
38
70
102
134
166
198
230
262
294
326
358
390
422
454
486
1
1
1
0
0
7
39
71
103
135
167
199
231
263
295
327
359
391
423
455
487
0
0
0
1
0
8
40
72
104
136
168
200
232
264
296
328
360
392
424
456
488
1
0
0
1
0
9
41
73
105
137
169
201
233
265
297
329
361
393
425
457
489
0
1
0
1
0
10
42
74
106
138
170
202
234
266
298
330
362
394
426
458
490
1
1
0
1
0
11
43
75
107
139
171
203
235
267
299
331
363
395
427
459
491
0
0
1
1
0
12
44
76
108
140
172
204
236
268
300
332
364
396
428
460
492
1
0
1
1
0
13
45
77
109
141
173
205
237
269
301
333
365
397
429
461
493
0
1
1
1
0
14
46
78
110
142
174
206
238
270
302
334
366
398
430
462
494
1
1
1
1
0
15
47
79
111
143
175
207
239
271
303
335
367
399
431
463
495
0
0
0
0
1
16
48
80
112
144
176
208
240
272
304
336
368
400
432
464
496
1
0
0
0
1
17
49
81
113
145
177
209
241
273
305
337
369
401
433
465
497
0
1
0
0
1
18
50
82
114
146
178
210
242
274
306
338
370
402
434
466
498
1
1
0
0
1
19
51
83
115
147
179
211
243
275
307
339
371
403
435
467
499
0
0
1
0
1
20
52
84
116
148
180
212
244
276
308
340
372
404
436
468
500
1
0
1
0
1
21
53
85
117
149
181
213
245
277
309
341
373
405
437
469
501
0
1
1
0
1
22
54
86
118
150
182
214
246
278
310
342
374
406
438
470
502
1
1
1
0
1
23
55
87
119
151
183
215
247
279
311
343
375
407
439
471
503
0
0
0
1
1
24
56
88
120
152
184
216
248
280
312
344
376
408
440
472
504
1
0
0
1
1
25
57
89
121
153
185
217
249
281
313
345
377
409
441
473
505
0
1
0
1
1
26
58
90
122
154
186
218
250
282
314
346
378
410
442
474
506
1
1
0
1
1
27
59
91
123
155
187
219
251
283
315
347
379
411
443
475
507
0
0
1
1
1
28
60
92
124
156
188
220
252
284
316
348
380
412
444
476
508
1
0
1
1
1
29
61
93
125
157
189
221
253
285
317
349
381
413
445
477
509
0
1
1
1
1
30
62
94
126
158
190
222
254
286
318
350
382
414
446
478
510
1
1
1
1
1
31
63
95
127
159
191
223
255
287
319
351
383
415
447
479
511
Dip Switch Position DMX Address

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6.APPENDIX
General 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.
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.
Return 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 (RMA #).
Products returned without an RMA # will be refused.
Call CHAUVET® and request RMA # 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). FedEx
packing or double-boxing are recommended.
Note: If you are given an RMA #, please include the following information on a piece of
paper inside the box:
1) Your name
2) Your address
3) Your phone number
4) The RMA #
5) A brief description of the symptoms
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
Symptom Solution(s)
Applies to
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 user 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.

Moves slow
Check 220/110v switch for proper setting

No flash
Re-install bulb, may have shifted in shipping

No laser output
Bounce mirror motor may have shifted during shipping,
readjust

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


Standalone 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

If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET Technical
Support at the location on the next page.

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Technical Specifications
WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS
Length......................................................................................................................................................... 11.1 in (283 mm)
Width........................................................................................................................................................... 11.7 in (297 mm)
Height.......................................................................................................................................................... 10.4 in (264 mm)
Weight................................................................................................................................................................6 lbs (2.7 kg)
POWER
Autoswitching.......................................................................................................................................100-240VAC 50/60Hz
Fuse........................................................................................................................................................................F1A 250V
Power Consumption .......................................................................................................................24W (0.2A) max @ 120V
Inrush Power...................................................................................................................................................(0.5A) @ 120V
Power Output...................................................................................................37 units max @ 120V, 70 units max @ 230V
LIGHT SOURCE
LED.................................................................................................... 3 x 3W (730mA) (1 Red, 1 Green, 1 Blue) 50,000 hrs
PHOTO OPTIC
Coverage Angle.............................................................................................................................................................. 135°
THERMAL
Maximum ambient temperature.........................................................................................................................104°F (40°C)
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......................................................................................................................................................................2
ORDERING INFORMATION
Kinta™ X....................................................................................................................................................................KINTAX
Optional bracket.................................................................................................................................................. XBRACKET
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Warranty ............................................................................................................................................ 2-year limited warranty
Contact Us
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5200 NW 108th Avenue
Sunrise, FL 33351
voice: 954.929.1115
fax: [phone]
toll free: 800.762.1084
Technical Support CHAUVET
5200 NW 108th Avenue
Sunrise, FL 33351
voice: 954.929.1115 (Press 4)
fax: [phone] (Attention: Service)
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