User Manual

T

ABLE OF

C

ONTENTS

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

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

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

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

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

Symbols ...................................................................................................................................... 3

Disclaimer ................................................................................................................................... 3

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

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

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

Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 5

Dimensions ................................................................................................................................. 6

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

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

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

Power Linking ...................................................................................................................................... 8

Mounting ..................................................................................................................................... 9

Orientation ........................................................................................................................................... 9

Rigging ................................................................................................................................................ 9

4. Operation ......................................................................................................................10

Configuration (DMX) .................................................................................................................. 10

Starting Address ................................................................................................................................ 10

DIP Switch Reference Guide .............................................................................................................. 11

DMX Channel Modes, Assignments, and Values ....................................................................... 12

2-Channel .......................................................................................................................................... 12

Configuration (Standalone) ........................................................................................................ 12

Sound-Active Mode ............................................................................................................................ 12

Strobe Mode ...................................................................................................................................... 12

Full On Mode ..................................................................................................................................... 12

Master/Slave Mode ............................................................................................................................ 13

5. Technical Information ..................................................................................................14

Product Maintenance ................................................................................................................ 14

6. Technical Specifications ..............................................................................................15

Returns ..................................................................................................................................... 16

Contact Us ................................................................................................................................ 16

Page 2 of 16 Techno Strobe™ 168 User Manual (Rev. 2)

1.

B

EFORE

Y

OU

B

EGIN

What Is

Included

• Techno Strobe™ 168

• Power Cord

• Warranty Card

• Quick Reference Guide

Unpacking

Instructions

Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition.

Claims

If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from shipping, or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not CHAUVET®.

Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.

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

Text

Conventions

Convention

[10]

1~512

Meaning

A DIP switch to be configured

A range of values

50/60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen

Settings A menu option not to be modified

Menu > Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed

<ENTER>

ON

Symbols

Symbol

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

A value to be entered or selected

Meaning

Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not following these instructions may make the product not work, cause damage to the product, or cause harm to the operator.

Important installation or configuration information. The product may not function correctly if this information is not used.

Useful information.

Disclaimer

The information and specifications contained in this User Manual are subject to change without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions, and reserves the right to revise or recreate this manual at any time.

Download the latest version from www.chauvetlighting.com

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© Copyright 2013 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved.

Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of America.

Author Date Editor Updated

A. Leon 10/25/12 S. Diaz 1/28/13

Techno Strobe™ 168 User Manual (Rev. 2) Page 3 of 16

Product at a

Glance

Use on Dimmer

Outdoor Use

Sound-Active

DMX

Master/Slave

 Auto Programs

 Auto-ranging Power Supply

 Replaceable Fuse

 User-Serviceable

 Duty Cycle











Safety Notes

These notes include important information about the mounting, usage, and maintenance of this product; read before using the product.

• 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 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.

• 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.

• 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. Contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.

• This product is not intended for permanent installation.

• Keep this User Manual for future use. If you sell the product to another user, be sure to give this document to the next owner.

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2.

I

NTRODUCTION

Overview

Power Out

Power In

Fuse Holder

DMX In

DIP Switches

DMX Out

Speed

Adjustment

Knob

Intensity

Adjustment Knob

Back Panel View

Techno Strobe™ 168 User Manual (Rev. 2) Page 5 of 16

Dimensions

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3.

S

ETUP

AC Power

The Techno Strobe™ 168 has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work 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 0~100% switch.

Fuse

Replacement

Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse.

1. Disconnect the product from power.

2. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.

3. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.

4. Remove the blown fuse from the holder.

5. Replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.

6. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.

Spare fuse holder

(inside safety cap)

Installed fuse

(held by plastic clip)

Safety cap

A spare fuse is not included; however, the safety cap has room for a spare.

Always replace a blown fuse with another of the same type and rating.

Techno Strobe™ 168 User Manual (Rev. 2) Page 7 of 16

Power Linking

The product provides power linking via the Edison/IEC outlet located in the back of the unit.

Power Linking

Diagram

1 st

Product 2 nd Product 3 rd Product

Additional

Products

You can power link up to 34 Techno Strobe™ 168 units on 120 VAC or up to 57

Techno Strobe™ 168 units on 230 VAC.

The power linking diagram shown above corresponds to the North American version of the product ONLY! If using the product in other markets, you must consult with the local CHAUVET® distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may differ in your country or region.

Page 8 of 16 Techno Strobe™ 168 User Manual (Rev. 2)

Mounting

Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes.

Orientation

The Techno Strobe™ 168 may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product.

Rigging

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

• Make sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting the product can support the product’s weight (see the Technical Specifications ).

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

• When rigging the product onto a truss, you should use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity. The bracket has 13-mm holes, which are appropriate for this purpose.

• When power linking multiple products, you must always consider the length of the power linking cable and mount the products close enough for the cable to reach.

• The bracket adjustment knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming the product to the desired angle. Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually.

Using tools could damage the knobs.

• The mounting bracket also serves as floor supports/allow for surface mounting.

When mounting the product on the floor, make sure that the product and cables are away from people and vehicles.

Mounting

Clamp

Safety

Cable

Mounting

Bracket

Mounting

Diagram

Bracket

Adjustment

Knob

Techno Strobe™ 168 User Manual (Rev. 2) Page 9 of 16

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. 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 Techno Strobe™ 168 uses up to 2 DMX channels in its 2-channel personality DMX mode, which defines the highest configurable address to 511. The DMX starting address is configured through the DIP switches located on the back panel.

If unfamiliar with DMX or DIP switches, download the DMX Primer from www.chauvetlighting.com

.

Starting Address

Settings

DIP Switch 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Value 1 2 4 8 16 32 64 128 256

Select the desired starting address by setting DIP switches [1]~[9] to On or Off until the sum of the value of the DIP switches in the On position matches the desired address number.

Refer to the examples below for more information.

Starting Address

Examples

1. To select DMX address 1, set DIP switch [1] to On.

2. To select DMX address 64, set DIP switch [7] to On.

3. To select DMX address 31, set DIP switches [1], [2], [3], [4], and [5] to On.

(1 + 2 + 4 + 8 + 16 = 31)

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DIP Switch

Reference

Guide

You can use the table below to set your fixture’s DIP switches. Imagine that you want to find the DIP switch settings for DMX address 328:

1. Find 328 among the addresses from the table and point at it with your finger.

2. Move your finger to the left and you will find the settings for DIP switches [1]~[5].

DIP switches [1], [2], [3], and [5] are Off (0), while DIP switch [4] is On (1).

3. Go back and point at the 328 address.

4. Move your finger upward and you will find the settings for DIP switches [6]~[9].

DIP switches [6] and [8] are Off (0), while DIP switches [7] and [9] are On (1).

5. See below how the DIP switches will look after configuring them.

DIP Switches

0 = Off

1 = On

#9

#8

#7

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

1

0

0

1

0

1

0

0

1

0

0

1

1

0

1

1

1

0

0

1

0

0

1

0

1

1

0

1

1

1

0

1

1

0

1

1

1

1

1

1

#6 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1

#1 #2 #3 #4 #5 DMX Address

0 0 0 0 0 ----- 32 64 96 128 160 192 224 256 288 320 352 384 416 448 480

1 0 0 0 0 1 33 65 97 129 161 193 225 257 289 321 353 385 417 449 481

0 1 0 0 0 2 34 66 98 130 162 194 226 258 290 322 354 386 418 450 482

1 1 0 0 0 3 35 67 99 131 163 195 227 259 291 323 355 387 419 451 483

0 0 1 0 0 4 36 68 100 132 164 196 228 260 292 324 356 388 420 452 484

1 0 1 0 0 5 37 69 101 133 165 197 229 261 293 325 357 389 421 453 485

0 1 1 0 0 6 38 70 102 134 166 198 230 262 294 326 358 390 422 454 486

1 1 1 0 0 7 39 71 103 135 167 199 231 263 295 327 359 391 423 455 487

0 0 0 1 0 8 40 72 104 136 168 200 232 264 296 328 360 392 424 456 488

1 0 0 1 0 9 41 73 105 137 169 201 233 265 297 329 361 393 425 457 489

0 1 0 1 0 10 42 74 106 138 170 202 234 266 298 330 362 394 426 458 490

1 1 0 1 0 11 43 75 107 139 171 203 235 267 299 331 363 395 427 459 491

0 0 1 1 0 12 44 76 108 140 172 204 236 268 300 332 364 396 428 460 492

1 0 1 1 0 13 45 77 109 141 173 205 237 269 301 333 365 397 429 461 493

0 1 1 1 0 14 46 78 110 142 174 206 238 270 302 334 366 398 430 462 494

1 1 1 1 0 15 47 79 111 143 175 207 239 271 303 335 367 399 431 463 495

0 0 0 0 1 16 48 80 112 144 176 208 240 272 304 336 368 400 432 464 496

1 0 0 0 1 17 49 81 113 145 177 209 241 273 305 337 369 401 433 465 497

0 1 0 0 1 18 50 82 114 146 178 210 242 274 306 338 370 402 434 466 498

1 1 0 0 1 19 51 83 115 147 179 211 243 275 307 339 371 403 435 467 499

0 0 1 0 1 20 52 84 116 148 180 212 244 276 308 340 372 404 436 468 500

1 0 1 0 1 21 53 85 117 149 181 213 245 277 309 341 373 405 437 469 501

0 1 1 0 1 22 54 86 118 150 182 214 246 278 310 342 374 406 438 470 502

1 1 1 0 1 23 55 87 119 151 183 215 247 279 311 343 375 407 439 471 503

0 0 0 1 1 24 56 88 120 152 184 216 248 280 312 344 376 408 440 472 504

1 0 0 1 1 25 57 89 121 153 185 217 249 281 313 345 377 409 441 473 505

0 1 0 1 1 26 58 90 122 154 186 218 250 282 314 346 378 410 442 474 506

1 1 0 1 1 27 59 91 123 155 187 219 251 283 315 347 379 411 443 475 507

0 0 1 1 1 28 60 92 124 156 188 220 252 284 316 348 380 412 444 476 508

1 0 1 1 1 29 61 93 125 157 189 221 253 285 317 349 381 413 445 477 509

0 1 1 1 1 30 62 94 126 158 190 222 254 286 318 350 382 414 446 478 510

1 1 1 1 1 31 63 95 127 159 191 223 255 287 319 351 383 415 447 479 511

Techno Strobe™ 168 User Manual (Rev. 2) Page 11 of 16

DMX Channel Modes, Assignments, and Values

2-Channel

Channel

1

2

Function

Control Functions

Dimmer

Value Percent/Setting

000  005

006  240

241  250

251  255

No function

Strobe speed, slow to fast

Full On (all LEDs on)

Sound-Active mode

000  255 0~100%

Configuration

(Standalone)

Sound-Active

Mode

Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller. The standalone modes are accessed through the DIP switches located on the back panel.

1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.

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.

To enable the Sound-Active mode, do the following:

1. Set all DIP switches to Off.

2. Turn the Speed Adjustment knob counterclockwise to the minimum position.

3. Turn the Intensity Adjustment knob until the product starts responding to the beat of the music.

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

Strobe Mode

To enable the Strobe mode, do the following:

1. Set all DIP switches to Off.

2. Turn the Speed Adjustment knob between the minimum and maximum positions to the desired strobe speed.

All-On Mode

To enable the All-On mode, do the following:

1. Set all DIP switches to Off.

2. Turn the Speed Adjustment knob clockwise to the maximum position.

Due to its innovate design, this unit can be run strobing all night, but continuous

All-On operation should not be used for more than 30 minutes at 120V or 15 minutes at 230V.

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Master/Slave

Mode

The Master/Slave mode allows a single Techno Strobe™ 168 unit (the “master”) to control the actions of one or more Techno Strobe™ 168 units (the “slaves”) without the need of a DMX controller. The master unit will be set to operate in Manual or Sound-

Active mode, while the slave units will be set to the same DMX starting address. Once set and connected, the slave units will operate in unison with the master unit.

Configure the units as indicated below.

Slave units:

1. Set the DMX address to 1.

2. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave units to the DMX output of the previous slave unit.

3. Finish setting and connecting all the slave units.

4. Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master unit.

Master unit:

1. Set the master unit to operate in Manual or Sound-Active mode.

2. Make the master unit the first unit 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.

Techno Strobe™ 168 User Manual (Rev. 2) Page 13 of 16

5.

T

ECHNICAL

I

NFORMATION

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, clean the product at least twice a month. However, usage and environmental conditions contribute to increased cleaning frequency.

To clean the product, follow the instructions below:

• Unplug the product from power.

• Wait until the product is at room temperature.

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

• 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 wipe any dirt or grime to the outside edges of the glass/transparent surface.

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

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

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6.

T

ECHNICAL

S

PECIFICATIONS

Dimensions and

Weight

Power

Length

5.5 in (140 mm)

Width

9.4 in (238 mm)

Height

8.7 in (220 mm)

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

Power Supply Type

Switching (internal)

Range

100~240 V, 50/60 Hz

Parameter

Consumption

Operating current

120 V, 60 Hz

28 W

0.2 A

Light Source

Photo Optic

Thermal

DMX

Ordering

Power linking current (units)

Fuse/Breaker

Power I/O

Power input connector

Power output connector

Power Cord plug

Type

LED

Color

White

Parameter

Illuminance @ 2 m

Beam angle

Field angle

Strobe Rate

Maximum External Temp.

104° F (40° C)

I/O Connectors

3-pin XLR

Product Name

Techno Strobe™ 168

8 A (34 units)

T 1 A, 250 V

U.S./Worldwide

IEC

Edison

Edison (U.S.)

Quantity

168

500 lx

24º

44

0~12 Hz

Cooling System

Convection

Connector Type

Sockets

Item Code

16050595

Weight

2.3 lbs (1.0 kg)

Voltage Selection

Auto-ranging

230 V, 50 Hz

32 W

0.1 A

8 A (57 units)

T 1 A, 250 V

UK/Europe

IEC

IEC

Local plug

Channel Range

2

UPC Number

781462209438

Techno Strobe™ 168 User Manual (Rev. 2) Page 15 of 16

To return a product or request support:

• In the U.S., contact CHAUVET® World Headquarters (see below).

• In the UK or Ireland, contact CHAUVET® Europe Ltd. (see below).

• In any other country, DO NOT contact CHAUVET®. Contact your distributor. See www.chauvetlighting.com

for distributors outside the U.S., United Kingdom, or

Ireland.

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.

Returns

Call the corresponding CHAUVET® Technical 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.

Contact Us

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. FedEx packing or double-boxing are recommended.

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

World Headquarters

CHAUVET®

General Information

Address:

Voice:

Fax:

Toll free:

5200 NW 108th Avenue

Sunrise, FL 33351

(954) 577-4455

(954) 929-5560

(800) 762-1084

Technical Support

Voice:

Fax:

Email:

World Wide Web

(954) 577-4455 (Press 4)

(954) 756-8015 [email protected]

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

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