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Use on Dimmer
Outdoor Use
Sound Activated
DMX
Master/Slave
Auto-ranging
Power Supply
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle
User Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ................................................................................................................................................... 3 WHAT IS INCLUDED ................................................................................................................................................................................ 3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................................................
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN What is included 1 x LEDrain™ 38C 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. 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 materia
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Safety Instructions Please read these instructions carefully. It includes important information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product. 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 you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel o
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2. INTRODUCTION 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 master/slave or DMX with variable speed Built-in sound activated programs via master/slave or DMX Pulse effect with adjustable speed Additional Features Additional power output: max 37 units Double-bracket yoke doub
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3. SETUP 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 a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used only as a 0 to 100% switch. To determine the power requirements for a particular fixture, see the label affixed to the back
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Mounting Orientation The LEDrain™ 38C 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 this manual for a detailed weight listing. Mount the fixture securely. This may be done with a screw, nut and bolt, or a hanging clamp. The hole in each bracket is 13 mm in size. When rigging consider routine maintenance and control panel ac
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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 ove
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Master/Slave Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode, Static Colors) This mode allows a single unit to run a standalone program, while 1 or more other units follow the same operation. This requires the fixtures to be linked with DMX cables. Please see the section on Fixture Linking. 1) The Master unit may be operated in Automatic, Sound-Active, and Static Colors. 2) Adjust the DIP switches to the Slave position on the slave units, and they will react the same as the Master. See below for DIP switch
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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 switches Master Auto 7, 9, 10 = On Increase Speed 1~6 = On (add more DIP switches to reach higher speed) Sound-Active This fixture has preprogrammed sound triggered chases. These are accessed via the DIP switches on the back
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DMX Channel Values 7-CH Mode CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION Red 1 000 255 Dimmer: 0%~100% Green 2 000 255 Dimmer: 0%~100% Blue 3 000 255 Dimmer: 0%~100% Color Macros (overrides CH.1~3) 4 000 015 No Function 016 255 Color Macros Speed (CH.6 @ values 32~223) 000 255 Slow~Fast 5 Strobe (RGB & Macro only) 000 015 No Function 016 255 Slow~Fast Mode 000 031 RGB mode 032 063 Pulse effect 0%~100% (using RGB faders) 064 095 Pulse effect 100%~0% (using RGB
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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. Chan
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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
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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-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 Universal DMX Controller Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link 1. Connect the (male) 3-pin connector
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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. Choose start addresses so that the channels used do not overla
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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. Be sure to pack fixture properly; any shipping damage resulti
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Technical Specifications WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS Length .......................................................................................................................... 6.2 in (157 mm) Width............................................................................................................................ 7.4 in (188 mm) Height ........................................................................................................................ 11.2 in (284 mm) Weight.
