Snapshot Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound Activated DMX Master/Slave 115 V / 230 V Switchable Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle User Manual 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 1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ....................................................................................................................................................... 3 WHAT IS INCLUDED ................................................................................................................................................................................ 3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................................
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN What is included ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ 1 x MiNSpot™ RGBW 1 x Mounting kit (safety attachment eyebolt, 2pcs bolts, 1pc bracket) 1 x Power Cable 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 received in good condition.
Safety Instructions Please read these instructions carefully. It includes important information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1. Before You Begin 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.
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Product Overview Light Output Focus Adjustment Control Panel Rubber Feet Back Panel DMX out Power in Fuseholder DMX in 115 V / 230 V switch Remote control in (Easy Controller) 2.
3. SETUP AC Power This fixture runs on 115 VAC, 60 Hz or 230 VAC, 50 Hz. Before powering on the unit, make sure the line voltage to which you are connecting it is within the range of accepted voltages. It may be necessary to change the switch position before plugging in power. Always connect the fixture to a switched circuit. Never connect the fixture to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used only as a 0 to 100% switch.
Mounting Orientation The MiNSpot™ RGBW may be mounted in a hanging or sitting position. There must be adequate room for ventilation. The structure to which the fixture is mounted must be a level surface, at 180°. This instruction must be followed in order to prevent damage to the fixture. Do not mount the fixture sideways! Rigging Be sure that the structure can support the weight of the fixture. Please see the “Technical Specifications” section of this manual for a detailed weight listing.
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 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, a fixture that uses seven DMX channels and is addressed to start on DMX channel 100, will read data from channels: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105 and 106. Choose the starting addresses for each fixture so that the channels used do not overlap.
Menu Map MAIN FUNCTION DISPLAYED DMX Address D001~512 NASL NAFA NStS NStc SLAv PAn Operating Mode Pan Invert rPAn tiL Tilt Invert rtiL diS Display Invert rdiS 14CH Channel Configuration DISPLAYED MODE SUB-SELECTION sLoU FASt SrUn crUn Son - Sets the DMX starting address - - Non-inverted (normal) - - - - - - Pan Range - - Select the maximum range of movement for the pan; 540/360/180 degrees Tilt Range - - Select the maximum range of movement for the tilt; 270/180/90 degrees Pe
DMX Operation This is the operating mode which will allow for control with an external DMX controller. You must set the starting address for this mode. If this is your first time using DMX, then it is recommended that you refer to the “DMX Primer” section in the “Appendix” of this manual. 1. 2. 3. 4. Press
Standalone Operation Master-Slow This fixture has a preprogrammed, slow chase. This is accessed via the control panel. Please see the instructions below for further explanation. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press
Easy Controller (CA-9) This fixture is compatible to receive control from the Chauvet® CA-9 easy controller (remote control). Please see the instructions below for details on this operation. Fixture Settings In order for the fixture to respond to the easy controller, there are certain settings which must be modified. Please see the instructions below for details on this operation. Master Fixture settings: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press
Fixture Linking In order to use this fixture in a DMX or master/slave operation, you must daisy chain using DMX cables to link from one fixture to another. In a master/slave operation, the DMX controller is not connected. Back Panel DMX controller (only in DMX operation) Fixture #1 Fixture #2 Fixture #3 Additional signal link out 4.
Manual Focus Adjustment This fixture has a manual focus adjustment. Please see the instructions below for location of this adjustment on the fixture, as well as details on its use. 1. 2. Locate the manual focus adjustment, using the drawings below. The control must first be pressed, and then moved in one direction of the other, using the bare hand. Tools must not be used for this adjustment. Manual Focus 4.
DMX Channel Values 14-CH Mode CHANNEL VALUE 1 000 Ù 255 Pan (course): 0~540° 2 000 Ù 255 Pan (fine): 0~3° 3 000 Ù 255 Tilt (course): 0~270° 4 000 Ù 255 Tilt (fine): 0~3° 5 000 Ù 255 Pan/Tilt Speed: Fast~slow 6 000 Ù 007 008 Ù 134 135 Ù 239 240 Ù 255 Shutter Closed Dimmer (100~1%) Strobe (slow~fast) Open 7 000 Ù 255 Red: Intensity 0%~100% 8 000 Ù 255 Green: Intensity 0%~100% 9 000 Ù 255 Blue: Intensity 0%~100% 10 000 Ù 255 White: Intensity 0%~100% 11 000 Ù 007 008 Ù 021 022 Ù
6-CH Mode CHANNEL VALUE 1 000 Ù 255 Pan (course): 0~540° 2 000 Ù 255 Tilt (course): 0~270° 3 000 Ù 007 008 Ù 134 135 Ù 239 240 Ù 255 Shutter Closed Dimmer (100~1%) Strobe (slow~fast) Open 4 000 Ù 255 White: Intensity 0%~100% 5 000 Ù 007 008 Ù 021 022 Ù 035 036 Ù 049 050 Ù 063 064 Ù 077 078 Ù 091 092 Ù 105 106 Ù 119 120 Ù 133 134 Ù 147 148 Ù 161 162 Ù 175 176 Ù 189 190 Ù 203 204 Ù 217 218 Ù 231 232 Ù 255 Color Macro No function RGBW @ full Red Green Blue White Cyan Magenta Yellow Yellow- Gree
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 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.
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.
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 5pin to 3-pin adapter. 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.
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 address. For example, a fixture that uses six DMX channels and was addressed to start on DMX channel 100, would read data from channels: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, and 105.
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 CHAUVET® and request an 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.
Technical Specifications WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS Length............................................................................................................................. 6.8 in (173 mm) Width .............................................................................................................................. 6.8 in (173 mm) Height ............................................................................................................................. 9.8 in (249 mm) Weight ..............