Wash FX HEX - Effect machine Chauvet - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Wash FX HEX Chauvet

Wash FX Hex QRG Rev. 2 About This Guide The Wash FX Hex Quick Reference Guide (QRG) has basic product information such as mounting, menu options, and DMX values. Download the User Manual from www.chauvetdj.com for more details. Disclaimer The information and specifications contained in this QRG are subject to change without notice. LIMITED WARRANTY FOR WARRANTY REGISTRATION AND COMPLETE TERMS AND CONDITIONS PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. For Customers in the United States and Mexico: www.chauvetlighting.com/warranty-registration

For Customers in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, and Germany: www.chauvetlighting.eu/warranty-registration

Chauvet warrants that this product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use, for the period specified in, and subject to the exclusions and limitations set forth in the full limited warranty on our website. This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product and is not transferable. To exercise rights under this warranty, you must provide proof of purchase in the form of an original sales receipt from an authorized dealer that shows the product name and date of purchase. THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state and country to country. This warranty is valid only in the United States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, Germany and Mexico. For warranty terms in other countries, please consult your local distributor. Safety Notes These Safety Notes include important information about installation, use, and maintenance. Contact Outside the U.S., U.K., Ireland, Benelux, France, Germany, or Mexico, contact your distributor to request support or return a product. Refer to Contact Us at the end of this QRG for contact information. What is Included To Begin Unpack your Wash FX Hex and make sure you have received all parts in good condition. If the box or contents appear damaged, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet.

• Always connect the product to a grounded circuit.

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

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

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

• If mounting the product overhead, make sure there is adequate support for the product’s weight a

alwa ys secure the product using a safety cable.

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

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

• Do not touch the product’s housing when the product is operating because the housing can be very hot.

• The product is not intended for permanent installation.

• The product is for indoor use only. It is rated at IP20. Do not expose the product to rain or moisture.

• Always connect the product to a power source that is within the voltage range stated on the label or rear panel of the product.

• Never connect the product to a dimmer or rheostat.

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

• Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation.

• Always leave at least 20 in (50 cm) between the product and adjacent surfaces.

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

• Do not operate the product at an ambient temperature higher than 104 °F (40 °C).

• Never carry the product by the power cord or any moving part.

• Always use the mounting/hanging bracket to lift the product.

• If there is a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.

• Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by untrained people can lead to damage

To eliminate wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect from power via breaker or by unplugging it.

Wash FX Hex QRG Rev. 2

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

AC Power This product has an auto-ranging power supply that works with an input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Power Linking For the maximum number of Wash FX Hex products that you can power link at each voltage, see the User Manual or the specification sticker on the product. Fuse Replacement

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 safety cap out of the housing.

4. Remove the blown fuse from the clip on the front of the safety cap and replace with a fuse of the exact same

5. Re-insert the fuse holder and reconnect power.

Mounting Before mounting this product, read the Safety Notes. Mounting Diagram To eliminate wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it. Safety cable (such as CH-05 from Chauvet) Mounting clamp (such as CLP-15 from Chauvet) Mounting bracket3

Wash FX Hex QRG Rev. 2 Control Panel Description Menu Map Refer to the Wash FX Hex product page on www.chauvetdj.com for the latest menu map. DMX Linking The Wash FX Hex can work with a DMX controller. Instructions for connecting and configuring this product for DMX operation are in the User Manual. If you are not familiar with DMX, download the DMX Primer from www.chauvetdj.com. Starting Address To ensure full access to all channels available in each DMX mode, the highest recommended DMX address is 473. Master/Slave Connection The Wash FX Hex uses the DMX data connection for its Master/Slave mode. Information about configuring the Wash FX Hex for Master/Slave operation is in the User Manual, which is available from the Chauvet website. IRC-6 (Infrared Remote Control) The Wash FX Hex can be operated with the CHAUVET IRC-6. For more information about the IRC-6, download instructions for the IRC-6 or the Wash FX Hex User Manual from www.chauvetdj.com. BUTTON FUNCTION <MENU> Exits from the current menu or function <UP> Navigates upwards through the menu list and increases the numeric value when in a function <DOWN> Navigates downwards through the menu list and decreases the numeric value when in a function <ENTER> Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the currently selected value into the selected function Mode Programming Levels Description Address 3CH d001–512 Sets the DMX personality and address 6CH 11CH 40CH Static Colors C-- C001–063 Static colors Auto Programs P-- P 1–25 Auto programs Auto Speed S-- S001–100 Program speed for P 1–25 Dimmer dIM L001–255 Adjusts the dimmer on auto and sound programs Sound Mode SND 1–9 Sound mode Sound Sensitivity SEnS u001-100 Sound sensitivity Master/slave SLV SLV1 Copies the master unit SLV2 Mirrors the master unit Custom Color Mixing u-- r000–255 Custom static colors Combines red, green, blue, amber, white, and UV g000–255 b000–255 a000–255 w000–255 u000–255 Infrared Mode SET

Turns infrared on or off offEN

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