User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Before You Begin................................................................................3 What Is Included ........................................................................................... 3 Unpacking Instructions .................................................................................. 3 Claims ................................................................................................................... 3 Text Conventions ...............................
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN What Is Included • • • • 1 x Minisphere™ 3 1 x Power Cord 1 x Warranty Card 1 x Quick Reference Guide Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receipt, carefully unpack the product and check the container to make sure you have received all the parts indicated above in good condition. Claims If the container or the contents appear damaged from shipping, notify the carrier immediately, not CHAUVET®, upon receipt.
Product at a Glance Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound Activated DMX Master/Slave Safety Notes Auto Programs Auto-ranging Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before working with the product. The Notes include important safety information about installation, usage, and maintenance.
2. INTRODUCTION Product Overview DMX In DMX Out Power In & Fuse Holder Minisphere™ 3 User Manual (Rev.
Product Dimensions Page 6 of 13 Minisphere™ 3 User Manual (Rev.
3. SETUP AC Power The Minisphere™ 3 has an auto-ranging power supply that works with an input voltage range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart. The listed current rating indicates the product’s average current draw under normal conditions.
Mounting Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes section in this manual). Orientation The Minisphere™ 3 may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product. Rigging Mounting Diagram • Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming purposes.
4. OPERATION Configuration (DMX) Starting Address Configuration (Standalone) Set 1. 2. 3. the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet. Turn the product on. Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input socket on the product. When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels the selected DMX mode uses.
1. 2. Set the master product to operate in either Automatic or Sound mode. Make the master product the first product in the DMX daisy chain. • Configure all the slave units before connecting the master unit to the DMX daisy chain. • Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master unit. • Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master unit.
General Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Excessive load on the circuit Make sure that the total load does not exceed 80% of the breaker or fuse nominal current Short circuit along the power lines Check the power lines and power cords No energy on power outlet Check power outlet Change to another outlet Loose or damaged power cord Check the power cord Blown fuse Replace blown fuse with a good one of the same type and rating Internal problem Send product for repair Wrong starting address o
Contact Procedure CHAUVET® Contact Information • • • If you live in the U.S.A., contact CHAUVET® World Headquarters. If you live in the UK or Ireland, contact CHAUVET® Europe Ltd. If you live in any other country, contact your distributor of record. See www.chauvetlighting.com for distributors outside the U.S.A.
6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Weight Length Width Height Weight 7.1 in (180 mm) 7.1 in (180 mm) 6.8 in (173 mm) 1.9 lbs (0.86 kg) Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit. Power Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection Switching (internal) 100~240 V, 50/60 Hz Auto-ranging Parameter 120 V, 60 Hz 230 V, 50 Hz Consumption 36 W 40 W Operating 0.3 A 0.