Chauvet SX GOBO DMX512 User manual

SX Gobo™ Snapshot
Ok on Dimmer
Outdoor OK
Sound Activated
DMX512
Master/Slave
115V/230V Switch
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle
USER MANUAL
Chauvet, 3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.
[phone] – [phone]
FAX [phone]
www.chauvetlighting.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN................................................................................................................................ 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED......................................................................................................................................... 3
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................................................. 3
AC POWER ................................................................................................................................................... 3
CONTACT US................................................................................................................................................. 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................................... 4
2. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................ 5
FEATURES..................................................................................................................................................... 5
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................................................... 5
3. SETUP........................................................................................................................................................ 6
LAMP............................................................................................................................................................ 6
Lamp Installation..................................................................................................................................... 6
Lamp Alignment How-To......................................................................................................................... 7
FUSE REPLACEMENT...................................................................................................................................... 7
REPLACING GOBOS........................................................................................................................................ 8
MOUNTING.................................................................................................................................................... 9
Orientation........................................................................................................................................ 9
Rigging ............................................................................................................................................. 9
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................... 9
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................................................10
TECHNICAL SUPPORT....................................................................................................................................11
5. APPENDIX.................................................................................................................................................11
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ...............................................................................................................................11
RETURNS PROCEDURE..................................................................................................................................11
CLAIMS........................................................................................................................................................12
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................................................12
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
¾1 x SX Gobo™
¾EHJ 24V 250W Lamp
¾7 Replaceable Gobos
¾Warranty Card
¾User 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.
Warning! Verify that the voltage required by your unit matches the line voltage applied.
Damage to your fixture may result if the line voltage applied does not match the
voltage required by the fixture. 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 read these instructions carefully, which includes important
information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this
product.
xPlease keep this User Guide for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure that
they also receive this instruction booklet.
xAlways 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.
xThis product is intended for indoor use only!
xTo 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.
xThe unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 inches (50cm) from
adjacent surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.
xAlways disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing lamp or fuse and be sure to
replace with same lamp source.
xSecure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain. Never carry the fixture solely by its head. Use
its carrying handles.
xMaximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 95°F (35°C). Do not operate fixture at temperatures higher
than this.
xIn 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.
xDon’t connect the device to a dimmer pack.
xMake sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
xAvoid direct eye exposure to the lamp while it is on.
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.
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2. INTRODUCTION
Features
xHigh-output rotating gobo projector
xInterchangeable rotating color/gobos
6 metal gobos with 5 dichroic colors + white
xDual spring clips for a single dichroic color
xAdjustable rotation speed
x3-position switch:
CW rotation
Stop
CCW rotation
xFan cooled
Product Overview
Lamp Access
Thumbscrew
Lamp
Alignment
Screw
Fuse
Focusing
Lens
Lamp
Alignment
Screw
Power Cord
Hanging
Bracket
Gobo
Speed
Knob
Gobo
Rotation
Switch
Lamp Access
Thumbscrew
Lamp
Alignment
Screw
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3.SETUP
Lamp
You will need to install a lamp prior to the initial operation of the fixture. An 800W halogen lamp is
included.
Warning! When replacing the lamp, please wait 15 minutes after powering down to allow the
unit to cool down! Always disconnect from main power prior to lamp replacement.
Do not touch the envelope (glass area) of the bulb with bare hands. If this happens, clean the lamp
with alcohol and wipe it with a lint free cloth before installation.
Lamp Installation
1
2
1) Unscrew the two thumbscrews (Figure 1).
2) Gently remove the lamp housing from the
fixture.
3) Remove the lamp from the socket (Figure 2)
4) Hold the new lamp with a lint-free cloth.
Insert lamp into socket.
5) Carefully reinsert lamp housing into the
fixture.
6) Tighten both thumbscrews
Note: It may be necessary to align the lamp after
replacement. See the “Lamp Alignment”
section on the next page for instructions on
how to do this.
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Lamp Alignment How-To
Lamp alignment screws
Often, after a new installation of a lamp, you will find that there is an uneven field of light or what is
refered to as a hot spot. This is due to the most intense point of the lamp source not being positioned
optimally within the reflector.
There are three lamp alignment screws
provided at the base of the fixture. Turning
these screws allows you to optimize the
projection quality of the spot as well as the
overall intensity of the beam. Even out this plate by turning the
lamp alignment screws, prior to
lamp optimization. This will
provide you a good starting point.
1. Project a white spot against any flat
surface. Preferably the surface should
be white or pastel in color.
2. Turning the lamp alignment screws, try to position the hot spot in the center of the beam as best
as possible. This could require many attempts on your part. It is advisable to even out the
screws prior to lamp alignment as described in the illustration.
3. Once the hot spot is in the center of the spot, do your best to turn all screws equally as to affect
movement up or down within the reflector.
4. As you move in and out of optimum lamp focus, you will see the hot spot either get wider or
narrower. The goal is to either totally diminish the hot spot by having it widen and spread across
the entire spot or moving the hot spot so that it covers as much of the beam spot area as
possible.
Fuse Replacement
Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always
replace with the same type fuse.
The fuse is located
inside this
compartment.
Remove using a flat
head screwdriver. FUSE
With a flat-head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse
holder from its housing. Remove the damaged
fuse from its holder and replace with exact
same type fuse. Screw the fuse holder back in
its place and reconnect power.
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Figure A
Figure B
Figure C
Replacing Gobos
1) Open the top cover by removing the
six screws indicated in figure A.
2) Remove the retaining spring using a
flathead screwdriver (figure B).
3) Remove the gobo and replace with a
new gobo.
Note: The black side of the gobo should be
facing the lamp.
4) Reinsert the retaining spring.
Note: The two springs indicated in figure C
can be used to hold gel inserts or
dichroic glass. This is optional, and is
not included with the SX Gobo.
5) Replace the top cover.
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Mounting
ORIENTATION
This fixture may be mounted in any position provided there is adequate room for ventilation.
RIGGING
Hanging Clamp
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.
xWhen selecting installation location, take into consideration lamp
replacement access and routine maintenance.
xSafety cables should always be used. Note!
Clamp is sold separatel
xNever mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain, high
humidity, extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation.
y
.
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1) Use the gobo speed knob to adjust the speed of the rotation of the gobo (turning the knob
clockwise increases the speed; counter-clockwise decreases the speed).
2) Use the gobo rotation switch to set the direction of rotation (up = clockwise rotation, middle = no
rotation, down = counter-clockwise rotation).
3) Turn the focusing lens to focus the beam onto your projection surface.
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General Troubleshooting
Applies to
Symptom Solution(s)
Lights Foggers
& Snow Controllers Dimmers & Chaser
Auto shut off Check fan thermal switch reset 9
Beam is very dim or not
bright Clean optical system or replace lamp
Check 220/110v switch for proper setting 9
Breaker/Fuse keeps
blowing Check total load placed on device 9
Chase is too slow Check users manual for speed adjustment 999
Device has no power Check for power on Mains.
Check device’s fuse. (internal and/or external) 999
Fixture is not
responding Check DMX Dip switch settings for correct addressing Check DMX cables
Check polarity switch settings 9
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
999
Lamps cuts off
sporadically Possible bad lamp or fixture is overheating.
Lamp may be at end of its life. 9
Light will not come on
after power failure Some discharge lamps require a cooling off period before the electronics in the fixture can kick start it again, wait 5 to
10 minutes before powering up 9
Loss of signal Use only DMX cables
Install terminator
Note: Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or
black lights.
99 9 9
Moves slow Check 220/110v switch for proper setting 9
No flash Re-install bulb, may have shifted in shipping 9
No laser output Bounce mirror motor may have shifted during shipping,
readjust 9
No light output Check slip ring & brushes for contact
Install bulb
Call service technician
9
Relay will not work Check reset switch
Check cable connections 9
Remote does not work Make sure connector is firmly connected to device 99
Stand alone mode All Chauvet lighting fixtures featuring stand-alone functions
do not require additional settings, simply power the fixture
and it will automatically enter into this mode 9
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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