User Manual

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1. Before You Begin................................................................................3

What Is Included ........................................................................................... 3

Unpacking Instructions .................................................................................. 3

Claims ................................................................................................................... 3

Text Conventions .......................................................................................... 3

Icons ............................................................................................................. 3

Document Information ................................................................................... 3

Product at a Glance ....................................................................................... 4

Safety Notes ................................................................................................. 4

2. Introduction.........................................................................................5

Product Overview .......................................................................................... 5

Product Dimensions ...................................................................................... 6

3. Setup ...................................................................................................7

AC Power ...................................................................................................... 7

Fuse Replacement ................................................................................................. 7

Mounting ....................................................................................................... 8

Orientation ............................................................................................................. 8

Rigging .................................................................................................................. 8

4. Operation ............................................................................................9

Configuration (DMX) ...................................................................................... 9

Starting Address .................................................................................................... 9

Configuration (Standalone) ............................................................................ 9

Sound Active Mode ................................................................................................ 9

Automatic Mode ..................................................................................................... 9

Master/Slave Mode ................................................................................................ 9

DMX Channel Assignments and Values....................................................... 10

4-CH .................................................................................................................... 10

5. Technical Information ......................................................................10

Product Maintenance .................................................................................. 10

General Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 11

Contact Procedure ...................................................................................... 12

CHAUVET® Contact Information ................................................................. 12

Returning Products to CHAUVET® .............................................................. 12

6. Technical Specifications ..................................................................13

Page 2 of 13 Minisphere™ 3 User Manual (Rev. 4)

1.

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What Is

• 1 x Minisphere™ 3

• 1 x Power Cord

Included

• 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. Failure to do so in a timely manner may invalidate your claim with the carrier. In addition, keep the container and all the packing material for inspection.

Text

Conventions

For other issues such as missing parts, damage not related to shipping, or concealed damage, file a claim with CHAUVET® within 7 days of receiving the product.

Convention Meaning

[10]

1~512

A DIP switch to be configured

A range of values

50/60

Settings

A set of values of which only one can be chosen

A menu option not to be modified

Menu > Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed

<ENTER> A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel

ON A value to be entered or selected

Icons

Icon Meaning

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.

Important installation or configuration information. Failure to comply with this information may prevent the product from functioning correctly.

Useful information.

Document

Information

The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions that may appear in this manual. CHAUVET® reserves the right to update the existing document or to create a new document to correct any errors or omissions.

Download the latest version of this document from www.chauvetlighting.com

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© Copyright 2012 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved.

Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the U.S.A.

Author Date Editor Date

A. Diaz 11/15/11 S. Graham 3/1/12

Minisphere™ 3 User Manual (Rev. 4) Page 3 of 13

Product at a

Use on Dimmer

Glance

Outdoor Use

Sound Activated

DMX

Master/Slave

 Auto Programs

 Auto-ranging Power Supply

 Replaceable Fuse

 User Serviceable

 Duty Cycle











Safety Notes

Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before working with the product. The

Notes include important safety information about installation, usage, and maintenance.

•

Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.

•

Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing the fuse.

•

Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.

• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.

• Never disconnect the product from power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.

• If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.

•

Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating.

•

Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.

•

Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.

•

The product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.

•

Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.

•

Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.

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Never connect the product to a dimmer.

•

Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.

•

Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the hanging/mounting bracket or the handles.

•

The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate the product at higher temperatures.

•

In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.

•

Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.

•

Keep this User Manual for future use. If you sell the product to another user, be sure that they also receive this document.

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2.

I

NTRODUCTION

Product Overview

Power In & Fuse Holder

Minisphere™ 3 User Manual (Rev. 4)

DMX In

DMX Out

Page 5 of 13

Product Dimensions

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3.

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ETUP

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.

Always connect the product to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.

Never connect the product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.

Fuse

Replacement

Follow the instructions below to change the fuse, if necessary.

Disconnect the product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse.

1. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder and pry out of the housing.

2. Remove the blown fuse from the holder and replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.

3. Insert the fuse holder back into place and reconnect power.

Spare fuse holder

(inside safety cap)

Installed fuse

(held by plastic clip)

Safety cap

The product does not ship with a spare fuse; however, the safety cap has room for a spare.

Minisphere™ 3 User Manual (Rev. 4) Page 7 of 13

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

•

Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming purposes.

•

Make sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting the product can support the product’s weight. Refer to the Technical Specifications section of this manual for weight information.

•

When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the product securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.

•

When rigging the product onto a truss, you should use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity.

Mounting Diagram

Teardrop

Mounting Holes

(x2)

Mounting Screw

Holes (x4)

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4.

O

PERATION

Configuration

(DMX)

Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller.

1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.

2. Turn the product on.

3. Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input socket on the product.

Starting Address

When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels the selected DMX mode uses. If you choose a starting address that is too high, you could restrict the access to some of the product’s channels.

The Minisphere™ 3 uses up to 4 DMX channels in 4-Channel DMX mode, which defines the highest configurable address to 509.

If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol, download the DMX Primer from www.chauvetlighting.com

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To select the starting address, do the following:

1. Set DIP switch [10] to the OFF position.

2. Use DIP switches [1~9] to set the DMX starting address.

Configuration

(Standalone)

Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.

1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.

2. Turn the product on.

Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode (either Static,

Automatic, or Sound) to a DMX string connected to a DMX controller. Products in standalone mode may transmit DMX signals that could interfere with the DMX signals from the controller.

Sound Active

Mode

To enable the Sound Active mode, do the following:

1. Set DIP switch [9] to the ON position.

2. Turn the music on and adjust the microphone sensitivity knob until the product starts reacting to the beat of the music.

The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).

Automatic Mode

To enable the Automatic Mode do the following::

1. Set DIP switch [xx] to the ON position.

2. Use DIP switch [xx] to increase the operating speed.

Master/Slave

Mode

The Master/Slave mode allows a single Minisphere™ 3 (the “master”) to control the actions of one or more Minisphere™ 3 products (the “slaves”) without the need of a

DMX controller. The master product will be set to operate in either Automatic or Sound

Active mode, while the slave products will be set to operate in Slave Mode. Once set and connected, the slave products will operate in unison with the master.

Configure the products as indicated below.

Slave products:

1. Set DIP switch [10] to the ON position.

2. Connect the DMX input of the first slave product to the DMX output of the master product.

3. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave products to the DMX output of the previous slave product.

4. Finish setting and connecting all the slave products.

Master product:

Minisphere™ 3 User Manual (Rev. 4) Page 9 of 13

1. Set the master product to operate in either Automatic or Sound mode.

2. 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.

DMX Channel Assignments and Values

4-CH

Channel

1

2

Effects

Strobe

Function

3 Effect Speed

4 Rotation Speed

5.

T

ECHNICAL

I

NFORMATION

Value Setting

000

 009 Blackout

010  019 Red rotation

020  029 Green rotation

028  039 Blue rotation

040  049 Red + Green rotation

050

 059 Red + Blue rotation

060  069 Green + Blue rotation

070  079 Red + Green + Blue rotation

080  229 Red + Green + Blue chase

230  255 Automatic Sound

000  255 0~100% (slow to fast)

000  255 0~100% (slow to fast)

000  255 0~100% (slow to fast)

Product

Maintenance

Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduction of the light source’s life. To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, you should clean your lighting products at least twice a month. However, be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be contributing factors to increase the cleaning frequency.

To clean the product, use the following instructions:

• Unplug the product from power.

• Wait until the product is cold.

• Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external surface/vents and reachable internal components.

• Clean all glass/transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.

• Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.

• Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the glass/transparent surface.

• Gently polish the glass/transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.

• When cleaning units with one or more movable mirrors, you should keep the contact with the mirror’s surface to a minimum to avoid scratching or damaging it.

Always dry the glass/transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.

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General Troubleshooting

Symptom Possible Cause

Circuit breaker or fuse keeps blowing

Product does not power up

Product does not respond to DMX

Intermittent DMX

Problems

Possible Action

Excessive load on the circuit Make sure that the total load does not exceed 80% of the breaker or fuse nominal current

Check the power lines and power cords Short circuit along the power lines

No energy on power outlet Check power outlet

Change to another outlet

Check the power cord Loose or damaged power cord

Blown fuse Replace blown fuse with a good one of the same type and rating

Send product for repair Internal problem

Wrong starting address on the product Set the correct starting address on the product

Use the right fader(s) on the controller

Wrong DMX personality on the product Set the correct DMX product’s personality

Assign the faders accordingly

Wrong polarity setting on the DMX controller

Change the signal polarity on the controller

Loose or damaged DMX cable

Internal problem

Signal cables are not DMX compatible Replace non DMX cables with true DMX cables

Interference with AC or radio signals

DMX cable too long

Keep DMX cables away from AC wires or radio equipment

Install an optically coupled DMX amplifier right before the product with intermittent problems

Too many products connected

Terminator not connected

Check the DMX cable before the faulty unit

Send product for repair

Install an optically coupled DMX amplifier after unit #32

Install a terminator.

If you still experience problems after trying the above solutions, contact

CHAUVET® Technical Support.

Minisphere™ 3 User Manual (Rev. 4) Page 11 of 13

Contact

Procedure

• 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.

CHAUVET®

Contact

Information

World Headquarters

CHAUVET®

General Information

Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue

Voice:

Fax:

Toll free:

Sunrise, FL 33351

(954) 929-1115

(954) 929-5560

(800) 762-1084

Technical Support

Voice:

Fax:

Email:

(954) 929-1115 (Press 4)

(954) 756-8015 [email protected]

World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com

United Kingdom & Ireland

CHAUVET® Europe Ltd.

General Information

Address: Unit 1C

Brookhill Road Industrial Estate

Voice:

Fax:

Pinxton, Nottingham, UK

NG16 6NT

+44 (0)1773 511115

+44 (0)1773 511110

Technical Support

Email: [email protected]

World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.co.uk

If you live outside the U.S., United Kingdom, or Ireland, contact your distributor of record and follow their instructions on how to return CHAUVET® products to them. Visit our website for contact details.

Returning

Products to

CHAUVET®

Call the corresponding CHAUVET® Tech Support office and request a Return

Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the return.

You must send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, and with its original packing and accessories. CHAUVET® will not issue call tags.

Clearly label the package with the RMA number. CHAUVET® will refuse any product returned without an RMA number.

Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label. DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box.

Before sending the product, clearly write the following information on a piece of paper and place it inside the box:

•

Your name

•

Your address

•

Your phone number

•

The RMA number

•

A brief description of the problem

Be sure to pack the product properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging will be your responsibility. As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or doubleboxing is always a safe method to use.

CHAUVET® reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned product(s).

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6.

T

ECHNICAL

S

PECIFICATIONS

Dimensions and

Weight

Length Width

Power

Height

7.1 in (180 mm) 7.1 in (180 mm) 6.8 in (173 mm)

Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.

Power Supply Type Range

Switching (internal) 100~240 V, 50/60 Hz

Parameter

Consumption

120 V, 60 Hz

36 W

Light Source

Thermal

DMX

Ordering

Operating

Fuse

Power I/O

Power input connector

Power output connector

Power Cord plug

Type

LED

Color

Red

Green

Blue

Maximum External Temp.

104° F (40° C)

I/O Connectors

3-pin XLR

Product Name

Minisphere™ 3

0.3 A

F 1 A, 250 V

US/Worldwide

IEC

Edison

Edison (US)

Power

3 W

Quantity

1

1

1

Cooling System

Convection

Connector Type

Sockets

Item Code

04050423

Weight

1.9 lbs (0.86 kg)

Voltage Selection

Auto-ranging

230 V, 50 Hz

40 W

0.2 A

F 1 A, 250 V

UK/Europe

IEC

IEC

Local plug

Lifespan

50,000 hours

Current

800 mA

800 mA

800 mA

Channel Range

4

Item Number

MINISPHERE3

Minisphere™ 3 User Manual (Rev. 4) Page 13 of 13