Chauvet Epix Drive 640 User manual

ÉPIX™ Drive 640 User Manual
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Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, or Ireland, contact your distributor of
record. Follow their instructions to request support or to return a product.
Visit our Web site for contact details.
ÉPIX™ Drive 640 User Manual – Rev. 08
© Copyright 2011 CHAUVET®
All rights reserved.
Printed in the P. R. C.
User Manual

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Edition
Notes
The ÉPIX™ Drive 640 User Manual Rev. 08 covers the description, safety
precautions, installation, and maintenance of the ÉPIX™ Drive 640.
CHAUVET® released this edition of the ÉPIX™ Drive 640 User Manual in
December 2011.
Trademarks CHAUVET® is a registered trademark of CHAUVET & Sons Inc. (d/b/a
CHAUVET® or Chauvet). The CHAUVET® logo in its entirety including
the CHAUVET name and the dotted triangle, and all other trademarks in this
manual pertaining to services, products, or marketing statements (example:
It’s Green Thinking™) are owned or licensed by CHAUVET®. Any other
p
roduct names, logos, brands, company names, and other trademarks
featured or referred to within this document are the property of their
respective trademark holders.
Copyright
Notice CHAUVET® owns the content of this user manual in its entirety, including
but not limited to pictures, logos, trademarks, and resources.
© Copyright 2011 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of America.
Manual Usage CHAUVET® authorizes its customers to download and print this manual for
professional information purposes only. CHAUVET® expressly prohibits
the usage, copy, storage, distribution, modification, or printing of this
manual or its content for any other purpose without written consent from
CHAUVET®.
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Technical
Specifications
Dimensions and
Weight Length Width Height Weight
10.0 in (253 mm) 12.2 in (310 mm) 3.4 in (86 mm) 6.3 lbs (2.9 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Electrical Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection
ÉPIX™ Drive 640 100~240 V, 50/60 Hz Auto-ranging
Parameter 120 V, 60 Hz 230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption 315 W 315 W
Operating 2.6 A 1.4 A
Power linking products 3 products 6 products
Fuse T 3.15 A, 250 V T 3.15 A, 250 V
Power I/O US/Worldwide Europe
Power input connector NEUTRIK® powerCON®
A NEUTRIK® powerCON® A
Power output connector NEUTRIK® powerCON®
B NEUTRIK® powerCON® B
Power cord plug Edison (US) Local plug
Thermal Max. External
Temperature Cooling System
104° F (40° C) Convection
ArKaos Kling-Net
Connections I/O Connectors Channel Range
RJ45 Determined per ArKaos
MediaMaster™ software
Ordering Product Name Item Code UPC Number
ÉPIX™ Drive 640 17090454 781462208066
ArKaos MediaMaster™
software 99080464 781462208165

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Returns
Procedure You must send the merchandise prepaid, in the original box, and with the
original packing and accessories. CHAUVET® will not issue call tags.
Call CHAUVET® and request a Return Merchandise Authorization
(RMA) number before shipping the product. Be prepared to provide the
model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the
return.
Clearly label the package with an RMA number. CHAUVET® will refuse
any product returned without an RMA number.
DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box. Instead, write it on
a properly affixed label.
Once you have received the RMA number, include the following
information on a piece of paper inside the box:
Your name
Your address
Your phone number
The RMA number
A brief description of the problem
Be sure to pack the product
p
roperly. Any shipping damage resulting from
inadequate packaging will be the customer’s responsibility. As a
suggestion, proper FedEx packing or double-boxing is the method
CHAUVET® recommends.
CHAUVET® reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or
replace returned product(s).
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Intended
Audience Any person installing, operating, and/or maintaining this product should
completely read through the guide that shipped with the product, as well
as this manual, before installing, operating, or maintaining this product.
Disclaimer
CHAUVET® believes that the information contained in this manual is
accurate in all respects. However, CHAUVET® assumes no
responsibility for any error or omissions in this document. CHAUVET®
reserves the right to revise this document and to make changes from
time to time in the content hereof without obligation of CHAUVET® to
notify any person or company of such revision or changes. This does not
constitute in any way a commitment by CHAUVET® to make such
changes. CHAUVET® may issue a revision of this manual or a new
edition of it to incorporate such changes.
Document
Revision The ÉPIX™ Drive 640 User Manual Rev. 08 supersedes all previous
versions of this manual. Discard any older versions of this manual you
may have, whether in printed or electronic format, and replace with this
version.
Author Date Editor Date
D. Couppe 12/20/11 S. Graham 12/20/11

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Unpacking
Instructions
Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack and check the
container. Make sure you have received all the parts indicated in the What
Is Included section of this manual and that all the parts are in good
condition.
Claims
If the container or the material inside the container (the product and
included accessories) appear damaged from shipping, or show signs of
mishandling, notify the carrier immediately upon receipt, not
CHAUVET®. Failure to notify the carrier in a timely manner may
invalidate your claim. In addition, keep the container and all the packing
material for inspection.
For other issues such as missing components or parts, damage not related
to shipping, or concealed damage, file a claim with CHAUVET® within
seven (7) days of receiving the merchandise.
Refer to the Contact Us section in this manual for addresses and phone
numbers.
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Indications
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Critical installation, configuration, or operation information.
Failure to comply with this information may render the product
partially or completely inoperative, damage third-party
equipment, or cause harm to the user.
Important installation or configuration information. Failure to
comply with this information may prevent the product from
functioning correctly.
Useful but non-critical information.
Expected LED
Lifespan
LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time, mostly because of heat.
Packaged in clusters, LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in
ideal, single-LED conditions. For this reason, using clustered LEDs at
their fullest intensity significantly reduces the LEDs’ lifespan. Under
normal conditions, this lifespan can be 40,000 to 50,000 hours. If
extending this lifespan is vital, lower the operating temperature by
improving the ventilation around the product and reducing the ambient
temperature to a optimal operating range. In addition, limiting the overall
projection intensity may also help to extend the LEDs’ lifespan.
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Programming Refer to the ArKaos MediaMaster™ software manual for detailed
instructions on installing and programming this product.
Product
Maintenance To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, you should clean
this product frequently. Usage and environment are contributing factors in
determining the cleaning frequency.
As a rule, clean this product at least twice a month. Dust build up reduces
light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to
reduced light source life and increased mechanical wear.
To clean your product:
Unplug the product from power.
Wait until the product has cooled.
Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust
collected on the external vents and accessible internal components.
Clean all external surfaces with a mild solution of non-ammonia glass
cleaner or isopropyl alcohol.
Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint-free cotton cloth or a lens
cleaning tissue.
Wipe any dirt or grime to the outside edge of the surface. Gently
polish the surfaces with the lint-free cotton cloth or lens cleaning
tissue until they are free of haze and lint.
Always dry the external surfaces carefully after cleaning them.

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Mounting
Before mounting this product, read the Safety Notes in this User Manual.
Orientation
Always mount this product in a safe position and make sure there is
adequate room for ventilation, configuration, and maintenance.
Rigging
The ÉPIX™ Drive 640 has six (6) mounting points with 10 mm holes.
CHAUVET® recommends using the following general guidelines when
mounting this product:
When selecting an installation location, consider easy access to this
product for operation, programming adjustments, and routine
maintenance.
Make sure to mount this product away from any flammable material
as indicated in the Safety Notes section.
Never mount in places where rain, high humidity, extreme
temperature changes, or restricted ventilation may affect the product.
If hanging this product, make sure that the mounting location can
support the product’s weight. Refer to the Technical Specifications
section for the weight-bearing requirements of this product.
Procedure
The ÉPIX™ Drive 640 has four (4) mounting points (one on each corner)
with 10 mm holes to which you can install screws and mount this product
directly to almost any flat surface in any orientation.
The ÉPIX™ Drive 640 also has two (2) mounting points centered on each
end of the product to install clamps for hanging. You must supply your
own clamps and make sure the clamps are capable of supporting the
weight of this product.
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Safety Notes Read all the following Safety Notes before working with this product.
These notes include important information about the installation, usage,
and maintenance of this product.
There are no user-serviceable parts in this product. Any reference to
servicing in this User Manual applies only to properly certified
CHAUVET® technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any
repairs unless you are certified by CHAUVET®.
Please refer to all applicable local codes and regulations for proper
installation of this product.
Personal
Safety
Always disconnect this product from its power source before
servicing.
Always connect this product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of
electrocution.
Do not touch this product’s housing during operation because it may
be very hot.
Mounting and
Rigging
This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock,
do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product
while it is operating.
When hanging this product, always secure to a fastening device using
a safety chain/cable (not included).

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Power and
Wiring
Always make sure you are connecting this product to the proper voltage,
as per the Technical Specifications in this manual or on the product’s
specification label.
Never connect this product to a dimmer pack or rheostat.
Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable.
Operation
Do not operate this product if you see damage on the housing, I/O ports,
or cables. Have the damaged parts replaced by an authorized technician
at once.
Do not cover the ventilation slots when operating to avoid internal
overheating.
The maximum ambient temperature is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate
this product at a higher temperature.
In case of a serious operating problem, stop using this product
immediately!
In the unlikely event that your CHAUVET® product may require service,
contact CHAUVET® Technical Support.
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Data Linking
The ÉPIX™ Drive 640 works connected through a network switch (or
crossover cable) to a computer (Mac or PC) with ArKaos MediaMaster™
software installed.
Data
Connection
The ÉPIX™ Drive 640 uses an RJ45 data connection to link all data ports.
The following diagrams illustrate how to assemble the data connections.
For smooth-running operation, ArKaos Kling-Net requires a gigabit
(1000 Mbps) Ethernet card and network switch.
NEVER REVERSE THE INPUT AND OUTPUT CONNECTIONS! DOING
SO WILL DESTROY THE INTERNAL CIRCUITS OF THE PRODUCT!
ArKaos Kling-Net
Connection
Switch
Computer
(running ArKaos
MediaMaster ™
software)
ÉPIX™ Strip Connection
Input Output

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Input Power
The ÉPIX™ Drive 640 has an auto-ranging power supply that works with
an input voltage range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
Make sure that you are connecting this product to the proper voltage. To
determine the power requirements for the ÉPIX™ Drive 640, refer to the
specification label affixed to the product or the specifications in this
manual.
Never connect this product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer
circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0% to
100% switch.
Power Linking
The ÉPIX™ Drive 640 supports power linking. You can power link up to
three (3) ÉPIX™ Drive 640’s at 120 VAC or six (6) at 230 VAC.
This product comes with a power input cord. This product does not come
with a power linking cord; however, a power linking cord is available as
an option.
You can only link up to three (3) ÉPIX™ Drive 640 products at 120 VAC
or six (6) at 230 VAC! Refer to the Technical Specifications section of
this manual for further information.
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What Is
Included
One ÉPIX™ Drive 640
One NEUTRIK® powerCON® to Edison Plug Input Power Cord
One Warranty Card
Features
Controlled via the ArKaos Kling-Net protocol which provides fast and
easy assignment and control
A video/pixel mapping system that doesn’t require years of experience
or technical know-how to design, set-up, or operate
Does NOT require piles of processing, driver, and signal distribution
equipment to create large-scale displays
To be used with ÉPIX™ strip
Utilizes NEUTRIK® powerCON® in and out connections for power
and RJ45 for ArKaos Kling-Net protocol communication
Housing Material: Stainless Steel
Controllers ArKaos MediaMaster™ software (required)

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Product
Description
The ÉPIX™ Drive 640 is the power supply for the ÉPIX™ Strip.
The ÉPIX™ Drive 640 consists of stainless steel construction. You may
combine other ÉPIX™ Series units to create multiple numbers of
configurations.
The ÉPIX™ Drive 640 is controlled using a computer (Mac or PC) with
ArKaos MediaMaster™ software installed.
ArKaos MediaMaster™ software running on a PC or Mac is required
to use this product.
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ProductDimensions