Chauvet O-Beast User manual

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User Manual
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Use on Dimmer
Outdoor Use
Sound Activated
DMX 512
Master/Slave
Autoswitching
Power Supply
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
SYMBOLS ................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
AC POWER ................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................................................................. 4
2. INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................................................4
FEATURES.................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Additional Features............................................................................................................................................................4
DMX CHANNEL SUMMARY............................................................................................................................................................ 5
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................................... 5
3. SETUP ....................................................................................................................................................................................6
FUSE REPLACEMENT ................................................................................................................................................................... 6
FIXTURE LINKING......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
DMX Data Cable................................................................................................................................................................6
Cable Connectors..............................................................................................................................................................7
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart .......................................................................................................................................7
Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link ...................................................................................................................................7
MASTER/SLAVE FIXTURE LINKING .................................................................................................................................................. 8
MOUNTING ................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Orientation..........................................................................................................................................................................8
Rigging...............................................................................................................................................................................8
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..............................................................................................................................................9
OPERATION MODES ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Stand-Alone Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode): ..............................................................................................................9
Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound, Master Auto): ..........................................................................................................9
DMX Mode.......................................................................................................................................................................10
USING DMX MODE.................................................................................................................................................................... 10
DMX Channel Values ......................................................................................................................................................10
Setting the Starting Address............................................................................................................................................11
DMX Quick Reference Chart...........................................................................................................................................12
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................................................................................... 13
CONTACT US............................................................................................................................................................................ 14
5. APPENDIX............................................................................................................................................................................14
DMX PRIMER ........................................................................................................................................................................... 14
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................................ 15
RETURNS PROCEDURE............................................................................................................................................................... 15
CLAIMS .................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................................................................... 16

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
1 x O-Beast™
1 x Power Cord
1 x Warranty Card
1 x 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 arrived in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain
the packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton 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.
Symbols
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 operator/user/technician.
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.
AC Power
This fixture has an auto-switching power supply that can accommodate a wide range of input voltages
(100V - 240VAC, 50/60Hz). Before powering on the unit, make sure the line voltage to which you are
connecting it is within the range of accepted voltages.
Always connect the fixture to a switched circuit. Never connect the fixture to a
rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer
channel is used only as a 0% to 100% switch.
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.
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, it is set to
the correct line voltage you will use.
Always connect the fixture to a circuit with a suitable electrical ground.

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Safety Instructions
Please read these instructions carefully, which include important information about
the installation, usage and maintenance of this product.
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.
This product is 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.
Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain.
Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104°F (40°C). Do not operate the fixture at temperatures
higher than this.
In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to repair
the fixture by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or
malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
Make sure the power cord is not 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 25 units @ 120V.
There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or
attempt any repairs. In the unlikely event that your unit may require service, please
contact CHAUVET at 954-929-1115.
2. INTRODUCTION
Features
4-channel DMX-512 LED thick beam derby effect
Individual control of red, green and blue LEDs (with strobing)
Motor speed control of back and forth movement
Built-in automated programs via master/slave or DMX
Built-in sound activated programs via master/slave or DMX
Additional Features
High-power, 3W (600mA) LEDs
Additional power output: max 25 units @ 120V

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DMX Channel Summary
CHANNEL
FUNCTION
1
Function
2
Strobe
3
Color macro speed
4
Rotation speed
Product Overview
DIP switches
Fuse holder
Power in
Bracket
adjustment
knob
DMX in
Safety
eyebolt
DMX out
Hanging
bracket
Power out
Microphone
sensitivity
Microphone

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The fuse is located
inside this
compartment.
Remove using a flat
head screwdriver.
3. SETUP
Fuse Replacement
Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always replace with the
same type of fuse.
With a flat head screwdriver, wedge the fuse
holder out of its housing. Remove the blown
fuse from its holder and replace with the exact
same type of 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.
Fixtures on a serial data link must be 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 an optically isolated DMX splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX
signal.
Maximum recommended serial data link distance: 500 meters (1640ft.)
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32
DMX Data Cable
To link two or more fixtures together you must use DMX compliant 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. Use a Belden© 9841 or equivalent cable,
which meets the specifications for EIA RS-485 applications.
Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long
distances.
The cable must have the following characteristics:
Type: shielded, 2-conductor twisted pair
Maximum capacitance between conductors: 30pF/ft.
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield: 55pF/ft.
Maximum resistance: 20ohms / 1000ft.
Nominal impedance: 100 –140ohms

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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
Cable Connectors
Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end.
Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis ground.
Grounding the common can cause a ground loop, and your fixture may perform
erratically. Test the cables with an ohmmeter to verify correct polarity and to make
sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to each other.
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart
If you use a controller with a 5-pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5-
pin to 3-pin adapter. You may use the CHAUVET Model number DMX5M, or DMX5F.
The chart below details the proper cable conversion:
3-PIN TO 5-PIN 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
Pin 4
Do not use
Pin 5
Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link
1. Connect the (male) 3-pin connector of the
DMX cable to the output (female) 3-pin
connector of the controller.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the
(male) 3-pin input connector of the first
fixture
3. Connect the cable from the output of the
first fixture to the input of the second
fixture.
4. Continue connecting the other features as
indicated above.
CHAUVET Certified DMX Data Cables
Order Code Description
DMX1.5 DMX Cable 1.5m/4.9ft
DMX4.5 DMX Cable 4.5m/14.8ft
DMX10 DMX Cable 10m/32.8ft
COMMON
DMX +
DMX -
INPUT
OUTPUT
1
3
2
1
3
2
1
3
2
120ohm, ¼W
resistor between
pin 2 (DMX -) and
pin 3 (DMX +) of
the last fixture.
To avoid signal transmission
problems and interference, it is
always advisable to connect a DMX
signal terminator.
DMX connector configuration

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Master
Slave
Slave
Hanging Clamp
Master/Slave Fixture Linking
1. Link the fixtures as indicated in steps 1 to 4 of the previous section.
2. The setup of the Master/Slave or Stand-alone operation often requires the first fixture in the chain
to be initialized accordingly via settings in the control.
3. In addition, in the Master/Slave mode, the fixtures that follow may also need to be initialized as
“slaves.” Please consult the Operating Instructions section in this manual for complete
instructions for this type of configuration.
Mounting
Orientation
This fixture may be mounted in any safe position.
Rigging
It is important never to obstruct the 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 an installation location, consider ease of access to the fixture for operation and
routine maintenance.
Always use safety cables.
Never mount the fixture in places where it may be exposed to rain, high humidity, extreme
temperature changes or restricted ventilation.
The clamp is sold separately

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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operation Modes
The fixture can be operated as stand-alone, whether sound activated or auto mode, Master/Slave
Mode and DMX Mode.
Stand-Alone Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode)
This mode allows a single fixture to run to the beat of the music, or the fixture will change
automatically in Auto Mode.
1) Set the DIP switches position to Sound Active or Auto Mode.
Mode DIP switches
Master Auto 1-9 = Off, 10 = On
Master sound-active 1 -8 = Off, 9 = On, 10=Off
Master all on 9-10 = Off, 1-3 = On, 4-8: strobe speed
Master red 2, 3, 9, 10 = Off, 1-= On, 4-8: strobe speed
Master green 1, 3, 9, 10 = Off, 2 = On, 4-8: strobe speed
Master blue 1, 2, 9, 10 = Off, 3 = On, 4-8: strobe speed
2) The fixture will react to the low frequencies of music via the internal microphone in Sound Active
mode, or the fixture will auto change in Auto Mode. In the static color modes, DIP switches 4-8
will control the strobing speed.
3) Use the audio sensitivity knob on the back of the fixture to make the fixture more or less
sensitive in Sound-Active mode. Turning the knob counterclockwise decreases the sensitivity;
turning the knob clockwise increases the sensitivity.
4) Combine DIP switches 1-3 to choose multiple color combinations.
Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound, Master Auto)
This mode will allow you to link up to 32 fixtures together without a controller.
1) Use standard DMX cables to daisy chain your fixtures together via the DMX connector on the
rear of the fixtures. (For longer cable runs, we suggest a terminator at the output of the last
fixture).
2) Choose a fixture to function as the Master. Turn DIP switches to the Master position on the
fixture. The Master fixture must be the first fixture in line.
3) Please see the DIP switches settings for Stand-Alone Mode above to set the fixture to the
Master setting of your choice.
4) Turn the DIP switches to the Slave position on the Slave fixture, and they will react the same as
the Master.
Mode DIP switches
Slave 1-10 = Off

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DMX Mode
This mode allows the fixture to be controlled by any universal DMX controller.
Using DMX Mode
If you are unfamiliar with DMX, please read the DMX Primer section.
1) Using DMX cables, daisy chain the fixture(s), starting from the output of the DMX controller.
2) Assign the individual DMX address, using DIP switches 1 - 9 on each fixture.
3) When the fixture detects DMX signal, it will automatically switch to DMX mode.
DMX Channel Values
CHANNEL
VALUE
FUNCTION
1
000 020
021 040
041 060
061 080
081 100
101 120
121 140
141 160
161 180
181 200
201 220
221 240
241 255
Function
Blackout
Red
Green
Blue
Red/Green
Red/Blue
Green/Blue
Red/Green/Blue
Alternate Red/Green
Alternate Red/ Blue
Alternate Green/Blue
Alternate Red/Green/Blue
Sound activation mode (colors & motor rotation/direction)
2
000 009
010 255
Strobe
No function
Strobe: (Slow > Fast)
3
000 255
Color macro speed (for use when CH.1 is between
161-240):
(Slow > Fast)
4
000 255
Rotation speed: (Slow > Fast)

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Setting the Starting Address
If this is your first time addressing a fixture using the DMX-512 control protocol, we
suggest you to go to the Appendix Section and read the DMX Primer section. It
contains very useful information that will help you understand how DMX works.
Set the starting 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 starting address. The following instructions will help you to figure out which switches to
toggle ON given a specific starting address:
1) Determine the largest value switch that is less than the starting 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.
EXAMPLE STARTING ADDRESS
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
12222223456789
ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
Address 24
Switch # 5 = 16
Switch # 4 = 8
Total = 26
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 the starting
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
0=OFF
1=ON
X=OFF or ON
#9
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
#8
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
#7
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
#6
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
Dip Switch
Position
DMX Address
#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

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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 220/110 V switch for proper setting

Breaker/Fuse keeps
blowing
Check total load placed on device

Chase is too slow
Check user’s 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



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 it up
again.

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; it 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 attached to device


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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Contact Us
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3000 North 29th Court
Hollywood, FL 33020
voice: 954.929.1115
fax: [phone]
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5. APPENDIX
DMX Primer
The DMX mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. 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 access to one or more sequential channels. To do this, 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 six DMX channels and
was addressed to start on DMX channel 100, would read data from channels: 100, 101, 102, 103,
104, and 105.
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 are set incorrectly. However, you can 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 they will all respond in exactly the same way.
DMX fixtures are designed to receive data through a serial DMX Daisy Chain. In a Daisy Chain, 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, however.
Connect the fixtures using a shielded, two-conductor twisted pair cable with one 3-pin XLR male
connector on one end and a 3-pin XLR female connector on the other end. The shield connection is
pin 1, while pin 2 is Data Negative (S-) and pin 3 is Data positive (S+). See page 6 for details on this
type of cable.
CHAUVET carries 3-pin XLR DMX compliant cables, DMX-10 (33’), DMX-4.5 (15’) and
DMX-1.5 (5’)

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General Maintenance
To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, fixtures should be cleaned frequently. Usage
and environment are contributing factors in determining the cleaning 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 surfaces 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.
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 (RMA #).
Products returned without an RMA # will be refused. Call CHAUVET and request an 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. 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 product(s).
Once you have received the 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, any 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 during 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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Technical Specifications
WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS
Length ................................................................................................................................... 13in (329mm)
Width.................................................................................................................................. 11.4in (290mm)
Height.................................................................................................................................... 11in (280mm)
Weight....................................................................................................................................6.1lbs (2.7kg)
POWER
Autoswitching...........................................................................................................100-240VAC 50/60Hz
Fuse ........................................................................................................F2A 250V (5 x 20 mm fast-blow)
Power Consumption ...........................................................................................13W (0.1A) max @ 120V
Inrush Current......................................................................................................................(0.2A) @ 120V
Power Output.................................................................25 units max @ 120VAC, 40 units max @ 230V
LIGHT SOURCE
LED ...........................................................................3 x 3W 600mA (1 Red, 1 Green, 1 Blue) 50,000hrs
COVERAGE
Coverage angle (horizontal spread).....................................................................................................115°
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...........................................................................................................................................4
ORDERING INFORMATION
O-Beast™ .....................................................................................................................................OBEAST
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Warranty..................................................................................................................2-year limited warranty