DMX-4 Dimmer/Relay Pack USER MANUAL Chauvet, 3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A (800) 762-1084 – (954) 929-1115 FAX (954) 929-5560 www.chauvetlighting.
Table of Contents BEFORE YOU BEGIN .................................................................................................................... 3 W HAT IS INCLUDED ........................................................................................................................ 3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................ 3 AC POWER ..........................................................................
BEFORE YOU BEGIN What is included DMX-4 Dimmer/Relay Pack Detachable power cord (IEC 60320 C-13) Warranty Card 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.
INTRODUCTION Features • • • • • • • • universal DMX-512 Dimmer/Relay Pack 4 channels of DMX set to dimmer or relay easy to read LED segment display built in stand alone chase patterns adjustable chase speed switch-selectable power settings 115V or 230V, (240V version available) 2 year warranty DMX Channel Summary CHANNEL FUNCTION 1 Dimmer or Switch 2 Dimmer or Switch 3 Dimmer or Switch 4 Dimmer or Switch Product Overview Output Hanging Bracket 10 Amps 115V/Ch, 20A max load 5 Amps 230V/Ch, 10A
SETUP Power Your product is equipped with switch-selectable AC power setting. Warning! Slide switch up or down depending on your line voltage. Verify that the power select switch on your unit matches the line voltage applied. All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Earth Ground. • • • • • 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.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Menu Navigation MODE A001~512 DMX Mode P:01~16 CHASE Mode MENU MENU A001 ~ A512 DMX Addressing P:01 ~ P:16 Pattern Chase Select CH:01 ~ CH:04 Control Channel Mode SP:01 ~ SP:99 Chase Speed Select S – oF / S – on Relay/Dimmer Switch d000 ~ d100 Dimmer Output Level Operating Modes The DMX-4 can be controlled using any universal DMX-512 controller. There are also 16 preset chase programs that a user can select for stand alone operation (Chase Mode).
Running in DMX Mode This DMX mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. Each fixture requires a "start address" that can be set from 001 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 occupies or uses 6 channels of DMX and was addressed to start on DMX channel 100, would read data from channels: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, and 105.
APPENDIX DMX Primer There are 512 channels in a DMX-512 connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A fixture capable of receiving DMX 512 will require one or a number of sequential channels. The user must assign a starting address 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.
DMX Channel Values Channel Function Dimmer or Switch Value 1 000 255 Off > Full Intensity/On 2 000 255 Off > Full Intensity/On 3 000 255 Off > Full Intensity/On 4 000 255 Off > Full Intensity/On Maintenance To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently. Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency. As a general rule, fixtures should be cleaned at least twice a month. Unplug fixture from power.
General Troubleshooting Applies to Symptom Solution(s) Auto shut off Check fan thermal switch reset Beam is very dim or not bright Clean optical system or replace lamp Breaker/Fuse keeps blowing Check total load placed on device Chase is too slow Check users manual for speed adjustment Device has no power Check for power on Mains. Lights Check 220/110v switch for proper setting Check device’s fuse.
Technical Specifications WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS Length........................................................................................................................ 210 mm (8.25 in) Width.......................................................................................................................... 194 mm (7.65 in) Height .......................................................................................................................... 70 mm (2.75 in) Weight..........................
