Chauvet 60825-1:2007 Work Light User Manual
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1. LASER LIGHT AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE STORM FAGB CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT CLASSIFIED PER EN IEC 60825 1 2007 Complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No 50 dated June 24 2007 Value Innovation Performance Table of Contents CONTACT 2 BEFORE VOU BEGIN AS A o a road ei es ei Rs cr ci 3 WHAT IS INCLUDED 0 0 0 re de et 3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 3 6 O O II O 3 MANUAL CONVENTIONS nt a a De ane ca D en eau an et LR lan ent cc ee ARC 3 CONS a A EN eee UN 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 4 4 NON INTERLOCKED HOUSING WARNING 11111141 5 EEA SER SARE TY INOUE Seach E o 5 LASER SAFETY LABEL REPRODUCTION SSSR tan eee ent ana ed ideas a bete 6 LASER EMISSION DAT 00 7 7 7 7 iaa 7 LASER COMPLIANCE STATEMENT cono sida a AA dare 7 PA INTRODUCTION SRE a te cee mca PS RS Een 8 PRODUC BO Ey ES nn D en at On st 8 PRODUCT DIMENSIONS 1000010200 8 S SETUP a tee dent cause eee aus tee donne use lus ete dit Sicile 10 0 ticas 10 FUSE RENEE a A A 0 ea ett 10 MOUNTING etena stes 10 Orientation 10 Rigging 10 PROPER USAO E a at a eid ee ed iia Re te 11 A A lues 11 Data Cabling 12 DMX Data Cable 12 Cable Connectors 12 3 Pin to 5 Pin Conversion Chart 13 Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link 13 WASTER SUAVE a a T T E 13 A OPERANO 14 NAVIGATING THE CONTROL PANELS ae cc 14 Menu Functions 14 PI2. Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line To comply with the ElA 485 standard no more than 32 fixtures 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 e Maximum recommended serial data link distance 500 m 1640 ft e Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link 32 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 must 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 Cable Connectors Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end Resistance 120 ohm 1 4w between pin 2 DMX and
3. RANGE Coverage E o aas eed ee O 99 THERMAL Maximum ambient temperature iii 104 F 40 C COON enea a Fan cooled CONTROL amp PROGRAMMING DANO aE oi locking 3 pin XLR male socket Blc AA 3 pin XLR female socket Data pin 6 sl aac te at pin 1 shield pin 2 pin 3 PEO OC Scan USITT DMX512 A DMX rr cee T A ee 7 ORDERING INFORMATION Scorpion M SION AGB a te epee een ne MN Re ne a SCORPIONSTORMFXGB WARRANTY INFORMATION eat E EN E O OO 2 year limited warranty C us Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 20 12 12 2011
4. pin 3 DMX on the output of the last fixture DMX connector configuration O COMMON 2 X O 3 68 OUTPUT 2 To avoid signal transmission problems and interference it is always advisable to connect a DMX signal terminator Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture s chassis ground Grounding A the common can cause a ground loop and your fixture may perform erratically Test cables with an ohmmeter to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 12 12 12 2011 3 Pin to 5 Pin Conversion Chart pin adapter CHAUVET Model DMX5M or DMX5F If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 4 The chart below details a proper cable conversion 3 PIN TO 5 PIN 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 Not used Pin 4 Not used Pin 5 Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link Universal DMX Controller 1 Connect the male 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output female 3 pin connector of the controller 0 0 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 n
5. 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 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Always connect the product to a switched circuit Never connect the product to a rheostat AN variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used only as a 0 to 100 switch 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 The fuse is located inside this compartment Remove using a flat head screwdriver AN Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always replace with the same type fuse 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 Hanging Clamp 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 e When selecting installation location take into consideration access and routine maintenance e Safety cables must always be used e Never mount in places
6. 2011 Laser Safety Label Reproduction 5 J Bbunybr LIANVH 0 2 qa e E me 7 o D d r w 3 gt we lt Y 0 eo gt Complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviatio suant to Laser Notice No 50 dated June 24 2007 CHAUVET 66 3 Volvo Innovation Performance att THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED PRODUCT NAME Scorpion Storm 8 USE ONLY FUSE OF SAME TYPE amp RATING ITEM CODE 100604 75 FUSE TIA 250V NOT FOR RESIDENTIAL USI IMPROPRE A L USAGE DOMESTIQUE LIGHT SOURCE LASER FOR INDOOR USE ONLY ORIGIN MADE IN FR EMPLACEMENTS SECS MANUFACTURING DATE DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE SERVICING USA CANADA WORLDWIDE Power AC 100 125 V 60 Hz 36 W Power AC 100 240 V 50 Hz 34 W EXPLANATORY MANUFACTURER S ID 8 CERTIFICATION LABEL LASER HAZARD WARNING LABEL LASER APERTURE LABEL NON INTERLOCKED HOUSING LABEL Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 6 12 12 2011 AN LASER EXPOSURE WN Laser light Avoid direct eye contact Further guidelines and safety programs for safe use of lasers can be found in the ANSI 2136 1 Standard For Safe Use of Lasers available from the Laser Institute of America www laserinstitute org Many local governments corporations agencies military and others require all lasers to be used under the guidelines of ANSI 2136 1 Laser Display guidance can be obtained via the International Laser Di
7. MPE S TIIE E AI arar iia eo 14 DWECHANNEE VALUE S data AAA AAA TERA 15 Setting the Starting Address 16 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING LS dt diia 17 T CANICAE SUPPORT ae oleo dan late bill OU Ua late DD ee Editada Cl 17 oE ede A B D AEE EAEE E T A ERE ee 18 DONA ERNER oaaae A a e e A ee eee TANTEA 18 RETURNS PROCEDURE o EEE AE E EE EE E A a A 19 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS sce os cance in si aci ara 20 Contact Information World Headquarters United Kingdom Ireland CHAUVET CHAUVET Europe Ltd General Information General Information Address 5200 NW 108th Avenue Address Unit 1C Sunrise FL 33351 Brookhill Road Voice 954 929 1115 Pinxton Nottingham UK Fax 954 929 5560 NG16 6NT Toll free 800 762 1084 Voice 44 0 1773 511115 Technical Support Fax 44 0 1773 511110 Voice 954 929 1115 Press 4 Email uktech chauvetlighting com Fax 954 756 8015 World Wide Web www chauvetlighting com World Wide Web www chauvetlighting co uk Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 2 12 12 2011 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What Is Included e 1x Scorpion Storm FXGB e 1x Power Cord e 1x Warranty Card e 1x User Manual Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receipt carefully unpack this product and check the container to make sure you have received all the parts indicated above in good condition Claims the container or the material inside the container this product and any other accessory included appears damaged from
8. and could allow emission of higher laser levels above Class 3R e Do not point lasers at people or animals e Never look into the laser aperture or laser beams e Do not point lasers in areas in which people can potentially get exposed such as uncontrolled balconies etc e Do not point lasers at highly reflective surfaces such as windows mirrors and shiny AN metal Even laser reflections can be hazardous e Never point a laser at aircraft this is a federal offense e Never point un terminated laser beams into the sky e Do not expose the output optic aperture to cleaning chemicals e Do not use laser if the laser appears to be emitting only one or two beams e Do not use the laser if the housing is damaged open or if the optics appear damaged in any way e Never open the laser housing The high laser power levels inside of the protective housing can start fires burn skin and will cause instant eye injury e Never leave this device running unattended e The operation of a class 3R laser show is only allowed if the show is controlled by a skilled and well trained operator familiar with the data included in this manual e The legal requirements for using laser entertainment products vary from country to country The user is responsible for the legal requirements at the location country of use e Always use appropriate lighting safety cables when hanging lights and effects overhead Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 5 12 12
9. cker than you can blink It is incorrect to think that because these laser entertainment products split the laser into hundreds of beams that the laser beam is scanned out in high speed that an individual laser beam is safe for eye exposure This laser product uses dozens of milliwatts of laser power Class 3B levels internally before it splits into multiple beams Class 3R levels Many of the individual beams are potentially hazardous to the eyes It is also incorrect to assume that because the laser light is moving it is safe This is not true Nor do the laser beams always move Since eye injuries can occur instantly it is critical to prevent the possibility of any direct eye exposure In the laser safety regulation it is not legal to aim Class 3R lasers in areas which people can get exposed This is true even if it is aimed below people s faces such as on a dance floor e Do not operate the laser without first reading and understanding all safety and technical data in this manual e Always set up and install all laser effects so that all laser light is at least 3 meters 9 8 feet above the floor on which people can stand See Proper Usage section later in this manual e After set up and prior to public use test laser to ensure proper function Do not use if any defect is detected Do not use if laser emits only one or two laser beams rather than dozens hundreds as this could indicate damage to the diffraction grating optic
10. ext fixture consisting of a male 3 pin connector OOOO OJO HATIOULNO 0s XWaE This drawing provides a general illustration of the DMxX Input Output panel of a lighting fixture 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 5 m 4 9 ft DMX4 5 DMX Cable 4 5 m 14 8 ft DMX10 DMX Cable 10 m 32 8 ft Continue the link Master Slave Fixture 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 Often the setup for Master Slave and Standalone operation requires that the first fixture in the chain be initialized for this purpose via DIP switches Secondarily the fixtures that follow may Master also require a Slave setting Please consult the Operating Instructions section in this manual for complete instructions for this type of setup and configuration Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 13 12 12 2011 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Navigating the Control Panel Access control panel functions usi
11. fast Mode 4 slow gt gt fast 15 12 12 2011 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 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 reviewing the Appendix Section and reading the DMX Primer It contains very useful information that will help you understand its use Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 16 12 12 2011 General Troubleshooting Appliesto to 8 gers Dimmers Auto shut off Check fan thermal switch reset CN Beam is very dim or Clean optical system or replace lamp Y not bright Check 220 110 v switch for proper setting Breaker Fuse keeps Check total load placed on device blowing Device has no power Check for power on Mains Check device s fuse internal and or external Fixture is not Check DMX Dip switch settings for correct addressing responding Check DMX cables Check polarity switch settings Fixture is on but Make sure you have the correct audio m
12. ified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure e 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 the dealer nearest to you e Avoid direct eye contact with laser light Never intentionally expose your eyes or others to direct laser light Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 4 12 12 2011 Non Interlocked Housing Warning e This unit contains high power laser devices internally gt Do not open the laser housing due to potential exposure to unsafe levels of laser radiation e The laser power levels accessible if the unit is opened can cause instant blindness skin burns and fires Laser Safety Notes A N STOP AND READ ALL THE LASER SAFETY NOTES BELOW Laser Light is different from any other light sources with which you may be familiar The light from this product can potentially cause eye injury if not set up and used properly Laser light is thousands of times more concentrated than light from any other kind of light source This concentration of light can cause instant eye injuries primarily by burning the retina the light sensitive portion at the back of the eye Even if you cannot feel heat from a laser beam it can still potentially injure or blind you or your audience Even very small amounts of laser light are potentially hazardous even at long distances Laser eye injuries can happen qui
13. ll 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 As a suggestion proper UPS packing or double boxing is always a safe method to use If you are given an RMA please include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box Your name Your address Your phone number The RMA A brief description of the symptoms Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 19 12 12 2011 Technical Specifications WEIGHT amp DIMENSIONS 0 en ne ee tt Se tien 10 8 in 276 mm A dutved deat eesantss 9 in 229 mm 9 2 in 234 mm 0 5 9 Ibs 2 7 kg POWER O 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz PUSS EEE T 1A 250 V Power Consumption T20 Vases A cintre niet tenth 0 3 A max Power LinKING T20 Vor Coat ic tableta ren era ee 28 units POWER Consumption O 200 Vit 0 0 2 Amax POwer Linking O 230 Vd daedde 50 units LASER Se ro a ee ne ce aa ae i 532 nm 40 mW Blue Diodes eer A eer ee 450 nm 120 mW Laser TVPG carte ae DPSS
14. n information Failure to comply with this information may prevent the product from functioning correctly JOP This paragraph reminds you of useful although not critical information Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 3 12 12 2011 Safety Instructions AN Please read the following notes carefully because they include important safety information about the installation usage and maintenance of this product e Keep this User Manual for future consultation If you sell this product to another user be sure that they also receive this document e Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting this product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product e This product is for indoor use only To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose this product to rain or moisture e Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating e Always install this product in a location with adequate ventilation at least 20 in 50 cm from adjacent surfaces Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked e Always disconnect this product from the power source before cleaning it or replacing fuse e Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating e If mounting it overhead always secure this product to a fastening device using a safety chain e The maximum ambient temperature Ta is 104 F 40 C Do not operate this product at higher temperature
15. ng the four panel buttons located directly underneath the LED Display Button Function lt MODE gt Used to access the menu or to return to a previous menu option Scrolls through menu options in ascending oo order lt DOWN gt ee through menu options in descending MODE UP DOWN ENTER Used to select and store the current menu lt ENTER gt ee or option within a menu The Control Panel LED Display shows the menu items you select from the menu map below When a menu function is selected the display will show immediately the first available option for the selected menu function To select a menu item press lt ENTER gt Use lt UP gt and lt DOWN gt to navigate the menu map and menu options Press lt ENTER gt to access the menu function currently displayed or to enable a menu option To return to the previous option or menu without changing the value press lt MODE gt Menu Functions MAIN FUNCTION SELECTION DESCRIPTION VALUES DMX mode DMX starting address assignment Automatic Blue fast Automatic Blue slow Automatic Green fast Automatic Green slow Stand alone Green amp Blue fast modes Green 8 Blue slow Sound Blue Sound Green Sound Green amp Blue Random Slave Slave mode DMX Channel Summary CHANNEL FUNCTION Control mode Color selection Strobe Rotation motor 1 Stutter motor 1 Rotation motor 2 Ni OO 0 BR NN Stutter mot
16. ode on the there is no control switches If audio provided via Y jack make movement to the sure a live audio signal exists audio AUS sound EL knob Light will not come Some discharge lamps require a cooling off period on after power failure before the electronics in the fixture can kick start it again wait 5 to 10 minutes before powering up Loss of signal Use only DMX cables Install terminator Note Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights No flash Re install bulb may have shifted in shipping i bk ft No laser output Bounce mirror motor may have shifted during shipping Y readjust 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 If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions please contact CHAUVET Technical Support Technical Support Address service Dept 5200 NW 108 Avenue Sunrise FL 33351 U S A Support Email tech chauvetlighting com Telephone 954 929 1115 Press 4 Fax 954 756 8015 Attention Service Website http www chauvetlighting com Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 17 12 12 2011 5 APPENDIX 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 addre
17. or 2 Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 14 12 12 2011 DMX Channel Values CHANNEL VALUE 1 2 3 4 5 000 lt gt 004 6 005 lt gt 127 128 133 134 255 000 lt gt 004 7 005 lt gt 056 057 gt 112 113 168 169 amp 255 Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual FUNCTION Control Mode DMX Mode Automatic fast blue Automatic slow blue Automatic fast green Automatic slow green Automatic fast blue amp green Automatic slow blue amp green Sound blue Sound green Sound blue amp green Random Color selection Blackout Blue Green Blue amp Green Green strobing Blue strobing Blue on amp Green strobing Green on amp Blue strobing Blue amp Green strobing Blue amp Green alternate strobing Strobe No function Strobe slow fast Strobe to sound Rotation motor 1 No rotation Clockwise rotation slow lt gt fast Stop Counterclockwise rotation slow lt gt fast Stutter motor 1 No function Mode 1 slow gt gt fast affected by channel 4 Mode 2 slow gt gt fast affected by channel 4 Mode 3 slow gt gt fast Mode 4 slow gt gt fast Rotation motor 2 No rotation Clockwise rotation slow lt gt fast Stop Counterclockwise rotation slow lt gt fast Stutter motor 2 No function Mode 1 slow gt gt fast affected by channel 6 Mode 2 slow gt gt fast affected by channel 6 Mode 3 slow gt gt
18. s e Inthe event of a serious operating problem stop using the unit immediately Never try to repair the unit Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center Never connect this product to a dimmer pack Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord Never carry a product from the power cord or any moving part Always use the hanging mounting bracket or the handles Always avoid direct eye exposure to the light source when this product is on e Lasers can be hazardous and have unique safety considerations Permanent eye injury and blindness is possible if lasers are used incorrectly Pay close attention to each safety REMARK and WARNING statement in this user manual Read all instructions carefully BEFORE operating this device e Avoid direct eye contact with laser light Never intentionally expose your eyes or others to direct laser light e This laser product can potentially cause instant eye injury or blindness if laser light directly strikes the eyes e It is illegal and dangerous to shine this laser into audience areas where the audience or other personnel could get direct laser beams or bright reflections into their eyes D e Itis a US Federal offense to shine any laser at aircraft e Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those spec
19. shipping or shows signs of mishandling notify the carrier immediately not CHAUVET upon receipt of the damaged merchandise Failure to do so in a timely manner may invalidate your claim with the carrier In addition retain 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 Manual Conventions CHAUVET manuals use the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information from the regular text Convention Meaning lt Menu gt A key to be pressed on the product s control panel 1 512 A range of values 50 60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen A menu option not to be modified for example showing the Settings operating mode current status MENS g A sequence of menu options to be followed Settings ON A value to be entered or selected Icons This manual uses the following icons to indicate information that requires special attention on the part of the user Icons MEANING This paragraph contains critical installation configuration or operation information Failure to comply with this information may render the product partially or completely inoperative cause damage to the product or cause harm to the user This paragraph contains important installation or configuratio
20. splay Association www laserist org Laser Emission Data LASER CLASSIFICATION CLASS 3R Green Laser Medium DPSS Nd YVO4 532 nm Blue Laser Medium LD GaAlAs 450 nm typical Beam Diameter lt 5mm at aperture All pulses lt 4 Hz gt 0 25 sec Pulse Data Divergence each beam lt 2 mrad Divergence total light lt 160 degrees Laser Power of Each Beam from Aperture on AS measured under IEC measurement conditions for classification Laser Compliance Statement This laser product complies with EN IEC 60825 1 Ed 2 2007 03 and US FDA CDRH FLPPS via the terms of Laser Notice No 50 dated June 24 2007 This laser device JA is classified 3R Class 3R is the international equivalent of US Class Illa No maintenance is required to keep this product in compliance with laser performance standards Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 7 12 12 2011 2 INTRODUCTION Product Overview AS ZA 7 SAFETY EYE ATTACH SAFETY CABLE HERE WARRING THE APPLIANCE soe Ar 2 5 gt MAK CURRENT LA POWER IN 100 240VAC 50 60HZ FUSE TIA 250V Hanging bracket Bracket Power LED adjustment knob 1 of 2 Audio LED Laser Aperture Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 8 12 12 2011 Product Dimensions 9 2 in 234 mm 9 in 229 mm 10 8 in 276 mm 9 2 in ST 9 12 12 2011 Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 3 SETUP AC Power This fixture has an auto switching power
21. ss 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 Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 18 12 12 2011 Returns Procedure Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing ca
22. where the fixture will be exposed to rain high humidity extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation Note Clamp is sold separately Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 10 12 12 2011 Proper Usage This product is for overhead mounting only For safety purposes CHAUVET recommends mounting your lighting effect products on steady elevated platforms or sturdy overhead supports using suitable hanging clamps In all cases you must use safety cables You can obtain appropriate mounting hardware from your lighting vendor International laser safety regulations require that laser products must be operated in the fashion illustrated below with a minimum of 3 meters 9 8 ft of vertical separation between the floor and the lowest laser light vertically Additionally 3 meters of horizontal separation is required between laser light and audience or other public spaces 3 meters CAUTION USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE Scorpion Storm FXGB User Manual 11 12 12 2011 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 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
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