Chauvet Scorpion Storm RG User manual

Chauvet, 3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.
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Scorpion™Storm RG
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
AC Power.................................................................................................................................................3
Contact Us................................................................................................................................................3
2. Introduction.........................................................................................................................................5
Features...................................................................................................................................................5
DMX Channel Summary............................................................................................................................5
Product Overview......................................................................................................................................6
3. Compliance Statement........................................................................................................................8
Laser Safety and Compliance Information..................................................................................................8
Proper Usage ...........................................................................................................................................9
4. Setup................................................................................................................................................. 10
Fuse Replacement..................................................................................................................................10
Fixture Linking........................................................................................................................................ 10
Data Cabling........................................................................................................................................... 10
DMX Data Cable.....................................................................................................................................10
Cable Connectors...................................................................................................................................11
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart ..............................................................................................................11
Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link........................................................................................................... 11
Mounting ................................................................................................................................................ 12
Orientation.............................................................................................................................................. 12
Rigging...................................................................................................................................................12
5. Operating Instructions...................................................................................................................... 13
Stand-Alone Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode): .......................................................................................13
DMX Mode .............................................................................................................................................13
Setting the starting adress....................................................................................................................... 14
DMX Quick Reference Chart................................................................................................................... 15
Technical Support................................................................................................................................... 16
6. Appendix........................................................................................................................................... 17
DMX Primer............................................................................................................................................17
General Maintenance..............................................................................................................................18
Returns Procedure..................................................................................................................................18
Claims.................................................................................................................................................... 18
Blow-out Diagram ................................................................................................................................... 19
Technical Specifications..........................................................................................................................21

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Figure 1 - AC Voltage Switch
Not all fixtures have a voltage
select switch. Please be sure to
connect to the proper voltage.
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
1 x Scorpion™Storm RG
1 x IEC 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 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
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 is its average
current draw under normal conditions. 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. 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 that it is set to the correct line voltage you will use.
Warning! Verify that the voltage select switch on your unit matches the line
voltage applied. Damage to your fixture may result if the line voltage
applied does not match the voltage indicated on the voltage selector
switch. All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Earth
Ground.
Contact Us
World Wide
General Information Chauvet Lighting
3000 North 29th Court
Hollywood, FL 33020
voice: 954.929.1115
fax: [phone]
toll free: 800.762.1084
Technical Support Chauvet Lighting
3000 North 29th Court
Hollywood, FL 33020
voice: 954.929.1115 (Press 4)
fax: [phone] (Attention: Service)
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com

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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!
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 26 units @ 120V.
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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1MODE
2MOTOR
3STROBE
RED
4STROBE GREEN
Blackout
00004
No Function
Laser Off
000004
Laser Off
000004
DMXRed
005033
Stop
000004
Right Rotate
005125
Stop
126131
Left Rotate
132249
Sound
250255
Fast to Slow
005255
Slow to Fast
005255
DMXGreen
034062
DMXRed/Green
063091
AutomaticRed
092120
No Function
Automatic Green
121149
AutomaticRed/Green
150178
SoundRed
179207
SoundGreen
208236
SoundRed/Green
237255
2. INTRODUCTION
Features
4-channel DMX-512 controlled red and green laser
Operating modes: auto, sound activation, DMX
Motor rotation speed and direction adjustments
Laser on/off & stand alone via DMX
Color selection: red, green or both red & green (with strobe control)
Built-in automatic programs via DMX
Built-in sound activated programs via DMX
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Creates a very unique laser star field effect with hundreds of beams
Additional power output: max 26 units @ 120V
DMX Channel Summary

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Product Overview
On/off
switch
DMX Input
115/230V voltage
selection switch
Dipswitch
es
IEC power
socket
Linking Power
output
Laser Aperture
Mounting Bracket
LED Power Indicator
Cooling fan
Sound Sensitivity
Adjusting knob
DMX Output

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There is only one
laser aperture on
this product.
CAUTION: AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM: Avoid
direct eye contact with laser light. Never intentionally
expose your eyes or others to direct laser radiation.
Non-Interlocked Housing Warning Labels. This unit
contains an embedded laser device that exceeds the output
of the intended class internally. Exposure to unsafe levels
of laser radiation when opened.
Additionally there are no user
serviceable parts inside. Tampering or
removing warranty seals will void your
product’s limited warranty.
Laser Classification
Class IIIa
Laser Medium
DPSS YVO4 532nm + 650nm
Cooling
Fan Cooled
Output
<20mW
Beam Diameter at aperture
10 –14mm
Beam Divergence
Optically adjusted for compliance
Radiant Exposure at
Aperture
<4.95mW (7mm Human Limiting Aperture)
3. COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Your Scorpion™ Storm RG complies with FDA/CDRH 21CFR1040, 1540.11, and Laser Notice 50 as
well as IEC 60825-1:2003 as well as with FDA/CDRH Safety Standards under ClassIIIA. Due to a
unique optic design, this product does not exceed output powers that exceed its classification and
output levels government agencies have determined to be appropriate for the products function.
Laser Safety and Compliance Information
This product is manufactured to comply with the IEC 60825-1 and in accordance with U.S. Food and
Drug Administrations (FDA) Standards listed under FDA Document 21 CFR 1040 and subsequent
laser notices.
Product Classification and Manufacturing Label Identification

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Proper Usage
CAUTION: Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of
procedures other than what is specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure

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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 (if
master/slave applicable). 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 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 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.
DMX DATA CABLE
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 will
have the following characteristics:
2-conductor twisted pair plus a shield
Maximum capacitance between conductors –30 pF/ft.
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield –55 pF/ft.
Maximum resistance of 20 ohms / 1000 ft.
Nominal impedance 100 –140 ohms
Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always
replace with the same type fuse.

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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.
CAUTION 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 cables with an ohm meter to
verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other.
3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART
Note! If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter.
CHAUVET Model No: DMX5M, or DMX5F.
The chart below details a proper cable conversion:
3PIN TO 5PIN 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
Do not use
Do not use
Do not use
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.
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
Resistance 120
ohm 1/4w between
pin 2 (DMX -) and
pin 3 (DMX +) of
the last fixture.
Termination reduces signal errors. To
avoid signal transmission problems
and interference, it is always
advisable to connect a DMX signal
terminator.
DMX connector configuration

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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.

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5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Stand-Alone Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode):
This mode allows a single unit to run to the beat of the music, or the unit will auto change in Auto
Mode. When all dipswitches are in the Off position, the unit will run in sound active mode.
You may use a combination of the dipswitches to create your desired effect.
Note: the counter-clockwise rotation takes precedence over the clockwise rotation.
1) Set dipswitches position, as desired, using the below values.
Dipswitches Function
1 On: Auto Off: Sound Active
2 On: Red (can be used in auto, rotation)
3 On: Green (can be used in auto, rotation)
4 On: right rotation; slow
5 On: right rotation; medium
4+5 4+5 On: right rotation fast
6 On: rotation in both directions; slow
7 On: rotation in both directions; medium
6+7 6+7 On: rotation in both directions; fast
8 On: strobe; slow
9 On: strobe; medium
8+9 both 8+9 On: strobe; fast
10 On: DMX operation/mode
2) The unit will react to the low frequencies of music via the internal microphone in Sound Active
mode, or the unit will auto change in Auto 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. You must place the fixture
into DMX mode by turning the dipswitch #10 to the on position. If you are unfamiliar with DMX, please
read the DMX Primer on page 18.
-The example listed below demonstrates a fixture set to DMX mode at DMX address 001.
DMX Mode
Switch # 10 = On
Switch # 1 = On

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SETTING THE STARTING ADRESS
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, we suggest jumping to the
Appendix Section and reading the heading “DMX Primer”. It contains very useful information that will help you
understand its use.
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.
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 = 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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Scorpion™ Storm RG Troubleshooting
Symptom(s)
Possible Solution(s)
Laser is producing low output
-Note: This laser diode has a 90-day warranty, which is separate from the
fixture warranty.
-Note: In the event of diode failure, a replacement diode & diode PCB may be
ordered directly from Chauvet Part#: P179-STORMG (GREEN)
Part#: P179-STORMR (RED)
There may be a problem with the rotating prism assembly. Please check to be
sure that there is nothing obstructing the optical path for the laser, and that the
motor is working properly.
Check to see if the rotational belt is functioning properly.
-Note: In the event that the belt has been severed, a replacement belt may be
ordered directly from Chauvet Part#: P111-STBELT
Breaker/Fuse keeps blowing
Check total load placed on the electrical circuit
Check for a short in the electrical wiring: internal and/or external
Device has no power
Check device’s fuse (internal)
Check for power on Mains
Check cable connection. The IEC cable must be firmly connected for operation
-Note: In the event of transformer failure, the unit can be sent in for repair;
however, a replacement part may be ordered directly from Chauvet
Part#: P140-STORMT
Fixture is not responding to DMX
Check Control Panel settings for correct addressing
Check DMX cables
Check polarity switch settings on the controller
Check cable connections
Call service technician
-Note: In the event of Master PCB failure, a replacement PCB can be ordered
directly from Chauvet Part#: P170-STORMLP
Loss of signal
Use only DMX cables
Install terminator
Note: Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights
Stand alone operation
This fixture has built-in, automatic programs that may be triggered using the
dipswitches. See the section on standalone operation for detailed instructions
on this function.
If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET Technical
Support at the location on the next page.
Technical Support
Address: Service Dept.
3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 (U.S.A.)
Support (Email): [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone] - (Press 4)
Fax: [phone] - (Attention: Service)
Website: http://www.chauvetlighting.com

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6. APPENDIX
DMX Primer
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 one or a number of sequential channels. 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 is
set incorrectly. You can however, 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 all respond exactly the same.
DMX fixtures are designed to receive data through a serial Daisy Chain. A Daisy Chain connection is
where 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. Connect fixtures
using shielded two conductor twisted pair cable with three pin XLR male to female connectors. The
shield connection is pin 1, while pin 2 is Data Negative (S-) and pin 3 is Data positive (S+). 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 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.
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 a 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). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is
always a safe method to use.
Note: If you are given a 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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Blow-out Diagram
8
3
2
Description
Part Number
1
Master PCB
P170-STORMLP
2
Storm Lens ball-bearing assembly
P111-STORMBB
3
X-axis Stepper Motor
P110-16HY050
4
Storm Green laser diode
P179-STORMG
5
Storm Red laser diode
P179-STORMR
6
12VDC Fan 60mm X 60mm
P130-12V60MM
7
Led On/Off Switch 21 x 15mm
P110-LEDON21
8
Belt for rotation
P111-STBELT
9
Magnetic Transformer 115/230volt switchable
P140-STORMT
10
Microphone/LED Indicator PCB NLDJS40G-A
P170-STORMLP
11
Dipswitch PCB-10 switches with LED indicator
P171-STORMDS
12
Storm Green laser diode PCB
P171-STORDG
12
1
10
4
5
9
11
7
6

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Wiring Diagram