Chauvet 86B Manual - Free PDF Download

Page 3 - What is included; Icons

1. Before You Begin 3 1/4/2010 11:37 AM 1. B EFORE Y OU B EGIN What is included  1 x LEDsplash ™ 86B  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...

Page 4 - Safety Instructions

1. Before You Begin 4 1/4/2010 11:37 AM Safety Instructions Please keep this User Manual 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 y...

Page 5 - NTRODUCTION; Features; A d d i t i o n a l F e a t u r e s; Product Overview

2. Introduction 5 1/4/2010 11:37 AM 2. I NTRODUCTION Features 3 or 7-channel DMX-512 LED PAR can Operating modes: 3-channel: RGB control 7-channel: RGB, macros, run/strobe speed, automatic/sound, dimmer Static colors and RGB color mixing with or without DMX controller Built-in automated programs via...

Page 6 - ETUP; AC Power; Power Linking; Fixture 1

3. Setup 6 1/4/2010 11:37 AM 3. S ETUP AC Power This fixture runs on 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. 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 ...

Page 7 - Mounting; Orientation

3. Setup 7 1/4/2010 11:37 AM Mounting Bracket Mounting Orientation The LEDsplash ™ 86B may be mounted in any safe position provided there is adequate room for ventilation. Rigging Be sure that the structure can support the weight of the fixture. Please see the “Technical Specifications” section of t...

Page 8 - Configuring the Starting Address; DMX Operation; Accessing the 2 Personalities

4. Operating Instructions 8 1/4/2010 11:37 AM 4. O PERATING I NSTRUCTIONS Configuring the Starting Address Each fixture requires a starting address from 1~512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data on the channel indicated by the starting address. For example, ...

Page 10 - Standalone Operation; Automatic; Static Colors

4. Operating Instructions 10 1/4/2010 11:37 AM Standalone Operation Automatic This fixture has a preprogrammed color fade program. This is accessed via the DIP switches on the back of the fixture, and the speed may be increased, as well. Please see the chart below for further explanation. Mode DIP s...

Page 11 - DMX Channel Values

4. Operating Instructions 11 1/4/2010 11:37 AM DMX Channel Values 7-CH Mode C HANNEL V ALUE F UNCTION 1 000  255 Red Dimmer: 0%~100% 2 000  255 Green Dimmer: 0%~100% 3 000  255 Blue Dimmer: 0%~100% 4 000  015 016  255 Color Macros (overrides CH.1~3) No Function Color Macros 5 000  255 Speed (C...

Page 12 - PPENDIX; DMX Primer; General Maintenance

5. Appendix 12 1/4/2010 11:37 AM 5. A PPENDIX DMX Primer There are 512 channels in a DMX connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A fixture capable of receiving DMX will require one or a number of sequential channels. The user must assign a starting address on the fixture that indicates t...

Page 13 - Data Cabling; DMX Data Cable; Cable Connectors

5. Appendix 13 1/4/2010 11:37 AM 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 hig...

Page 14 - Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link

5. Appendix 14 1/4/2010 11:37 AM This drawing provides a general illustration of the DMX input/output panel of a lighting fixture. Universal DMX Controller Continue the link 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-p...

Page 15 - Contact Us; W o r l d W i d e

5. Appendix 15 1/4/2010 11:37 AM Setting the Starting Address This DMX mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. Each fixture requires a start address from 1~512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data on the channel indicated by the start addre...

Page 16 - Returns Procedure; Claims

5. Appendix 16 1/4/2010 11:37 AM 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 Merchandize Authorization Number (RMA #). Products returned without the RMA # will be refused. Call CH...

Page 17 - Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications 17 1/4/2010 11:37 AM Technical Specifications WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS Length .......................................................................................................................... 4.9 in (124 mm) Width.........................................................