Chauvet Vue 6.1 User manual

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USER MANUAL
Snapshot
Ok on Dimmer
Outdoor OK
Sound Activated
DMX512
Master/Slave
Autoswitching
Transformer
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
DMX CHANNEL SUMMARY............................................................................................................................................................4
PRODUCT OVERVIEW...................................................................................................................................................................5
3. Setup...................................................................................................................................................5
FUSE REPLACEMENT ...................................................................................................................................................................6
DATA LINKING.............................................................................................................................................................................6
DATA LINKING.............................................................................................................................................................................6
MOUNTING.................................................................................................................................................................................6
Orientation..........................................................................................................................................................................6
Rigging...............................................................................................................................................................................6
4. Operating Instructions........................................................................................................................7
Menu Functions .................................................................................................................................................................7
STANDALONE MODE (SOUND-ACTIVE,AUTO MODE):........................................................................................................................7
Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound, Master Auto):..........................................................................................................7
DMX Mode.........................................................................................................................................................................8
DMX CHANNEL VALUES...............................................................................................................................................................8
Setting the Starting Address..............................................................................................................................................9
DMX Quick Reference Chart.............................................................................................................................................9
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .........................................................................................................................................................10
5. Appendix........................................................................................................................................... 11
MAINTENANCE ..........................................................................................................................................................................11
RETURNS.................................................................................................................................................................................11
CLAIMS....................................................................................................................................................................................11
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................................................12
CONTACT US............................................................................................................................................................................12

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is Included
1 x Vue™ 6.1
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 between
100V and 240V AC. 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!
•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 50cm (20in) 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.
•Don’t 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 link more than 20 @120V and 35@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,
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
•6-channel DMX-512 rotating LED moonflower
•Blackout/static/strobe
•Individual control of red, green, and blue LEDs within each cluster
•Built-in automated programs via master/slave or DMX
•Built-in sound activated programs via master/slave or DMX
Additional Features
•Linkable with Vue™ 1.1
•Adjustable hanging bracket with slide rail
•Additional power output: max 20 units @ 120V
DMX Channel Summary
CHANNEL
FUNCTION
1
Mode
2
Pod 1
3
Pod 2
4
Pod 3
5
Strobe Speed
6
Motor Speed

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Product Overview
Power
Output
Connector
Bracket
Adjustment
Knob
Hanging
Bracket
Microphone
Digital
Display
Sound
Sensitivity
Knob
DMX
Output
Connector
DMX Input
Connector
AC Power Input
& Fuse

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Hanging Clamp
Note!
Clamp is sold separately.
The fuse is located
inside this
compartment.
Remove using a flat-
head screwdriver.
3.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.
Data 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.
This fixture uses 9 channels of DMX control.
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 (1,640 ft.)
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32 fixtures
DMX Linking
1. Connect the (male) 3-pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3-pin connector
of the first fixture.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a (female) 3-pin
connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3-pin connector. Then,
proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on.
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 should always be used.
Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain, high
humidity, extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation.
Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always
replace with the same type fuse.

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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Menu Functions
MAIN FUNCTION SELECTION INSTRUCTION
SET.d
d:001-d:512
Sets the DMX starting address
SET.S
S:001-S:100
Sets the speed of the current program
SET.f
F:000-F:100
Sets the flash rate of the current program
SET.A
A:000-A:035
Selects the current program in standalone
SUND
Indicates the fixture is operating in sound
activation mode
AUTO
Indicates the fixture is operating in auto
activation mode
Navigating the Menu
1. Press Mode to scroll through the menu options.
2. Press Enter to select a function to modify.
3. Use the Up and Down buttons to modify the selected menu function.
Standalone 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. There is an LED indicator on the rear of the fixture which will indicate this mode.
1. Use SET.A to choose the desired program.
2. Use SET.S to set the speed of the current program
3. Use SET.f to set the flash rate of the current program.
Note: when there is no sound available, then the unit will automatically switch to auto
mode. To change it into auto mode when there is sound present, then simply turn the
sound adjustment knob fully counter-clockwise.
Note: In the absence of DMX signal, the fixture will automatically revert to standalone
mode. Plugging in a DMX cable that is connected to a DMX controller will automatically
disable standalone mode and put the fixture into DMX mode.
Note: In sound-active mode, the display will read SUND.
•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.
•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.
Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound, Master Auto):
This mode will allow you to link up to 32 units together without a controller. The first fixture in the
daisy chain will automatically be assigned as the master, and each fixture following will be assigned
as slave fixtures.
Note: for this mode, you must not connect a DMX controller to the fixtures.
Note: In sound-active mode, the display will read SUND.
1) Use standard DMX cables to daisy chain your units together via the DMX connector on the rear
of the units. For longer cable runs we suggest a terminator at the last fixture. For more
information about terminators, see page 14.

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DMX Mode This mode allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller. If you are unfamiliar with
DMX, please read the DMX Primer section in the appendix. The fixture will automatically switch to
DMX mode when it sees the signal from a DMX controller.
Note: In the absence of DMX signal, the fixture will automatically revert to standalone
mode. Plugging in a DMX cable that is connected to a DMX controller will automatically
disable standalone mode and put the fixture into DMX mode.
1. Plug in your DMX controller to the fixture to put in into DMX mode.
2. Set your address by SET.d.
3. Press Enter.
4. Use the Up and Down buttons to scroll to the desired DMX starting address.
5. Press Enter.
DMX Channel Values
CHANNEL
VALUE
FUNCTION
1
000 024
025 049
050 074
075 099
100 124
125 149
150 174
175 199
200 224
225 249
250 255
Control/Operating Mode
Dimmer mode
Stand-alone mode 1 (automatic)
Stand-alone mode 2 (automatic)
Stand-alone mode 3 (automatic)
Stand-alone mode 4 (automatic)
Stand-alone mode 5 (automatic)
Stand-alone mode 6 (automatic)
Stand-alone mode 7 (automatic)
Stand-alone mode 8 (automatic)
Stand-alone mode 9 (automatic)
Stand-alone (sound active)
2-4
000 004
005 009
010 014
015 019
020 024
025 029
030 034
035 039
040 044
045 049
050 054
055 059
060 064
065 069
070 074
075 079
080 084
085 089
090 094
095 099
100 104
105 109
110 114
115 119
120 124
125 129
130 134
135 139
140 144
145 149
150 154
155 159
160 164
165 169
170

255
Pod 1/2/3
Blackout
Red
Yellow
Green
Blue
Purple
Cyan
White
Auto 1
Auto 2
Auto 3
Auto 4
Auto 5
Auto 6
Auto 7
Auto 8
Auto 9
Auto 10
Auto 11
Auto 12
Auto 13
Auto 14
Auto 15
Auto 16
Auto 17
Auto 18
Auto 19
Auto 20
Auto 21
Auto 22
Auto 23
Auto 24
Auto 25
Auto 26
Auto 27
5
000 005
006 255
Strobing Speed (Dimmer Mode)
Blackout
Slow → Fast
6
000 005
006 255
Motor Speed
Stop
Slow → Fast

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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. Choose start addresses so that the channels used do not overlap, and note the start address
selected for future reference. If you are unfamiliar with DMX, download the DMX Primer from
www.chauvetlighting.com.
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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Troubleshooting Guide
Symptom
Possible Solution
One or more LEDs are not
illuminating
Clean the fixture regularly to avoid any such failure. This fixture is convection
cooled, which means that if the surface is kept clean and free of debris, then
proper cooling will be allowed to occur
An LED may have failed, resulting in an open circuit. In this event, all of the
red, green, or blue in a single module will no longer illuminate.
An LED may have failed, resulting in a short circuit. In this event, only the
single LED which has failed will no longer function.
One or more LEDs are producing
very low output Check that the lens assembly is installed properly. If the lens assembly is not
aligned properly over the LEDs, then they will not project fully
Breaker/Fuse keeps blowing
Check total load placed on the electrical circuit
Check for a short in the electrical wiring: internal and/or external
Product will not Power On
Check device’s fuse (internal)
Check for power on Mains
Fixture is not responding to DMX
Check Control Panel settings for correct addressing
Replace non-DMX cables with DMX cables
Check polarity switch settings on the controller
Check cable connections
Call service technician
Loss of signal
Use only DMX cables
Install terminator
Note: Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights
Standalone operation problem Check settings
The motor is not rotating
This fixture uses a separate channel to operate the motor rotation. Try
operating the fixture in standalone mode to determine if the problem is DMX
related. If the motor still does not rotate, send the product for service
If you still have a problem after trying these solutions, contact CHAUVET® Technical Support
at the location on the next page.

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5.APPENDIX
Maintenance
To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, products 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
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, not CHAUVET®. 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 7 days of receiving merchandise.

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Technical Specifications
WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS
Length .................................................................................................................................13 in (330 mm)
Width...................................................................................................................................13 in (330 mm)
Height..................................................................................................................................13 in (330 mm)
Weight..................................................................................................................................7.1 lbs (3.2 kg)
Light Source
Light Source.............................................................. 252 (108 red, 72 green, 72 blue) LEDs 100,000hrs
PHOTO OPTIC
Coverage Angle....................................................................................................................................110°
POWER
Auto-switching power supply...............................................................................100V–240V 50/60Hz AC
Fuse ...............................................................................................................................................2A 250V
Power Consumption ................................................................................................40W (0.3A) Operating
Inrush Power...........................................................................................................................(0.4A) Inrush
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...........................................................................................................................................6
ORDERING INFORMATION
Vue™ 6.1........................................................................................................................................ VUE6.1
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Warranty..................................................................................................................2-year limited warranty
Contact Us
General Information
Chauvet Lighting
5200 NW 108th Avenue,
Sunrise, FL 33351 (U.S.A.)
voice: [phone]
fax: [phone]
toll free: 800-762-1084
Technical Support
Address: Service Dept.
5200 NW 108th Avenue, Sunrise, FL 33351 (U.S.A.)
Support (Email): [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone] - (Press 4)
Fax: [phone] - (Attention: Service)
Website: http://www.chauvetlighting.com