Swarm Wash FX ILS - Effect machine Chauvet - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Swarm Wash FX ILS Chauvet

CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT

CLASSIFIED PER EN/IEC 60825-1: 2014

Complies with FDA performance standards for

laser products except for deviations pursuant

to Laser Notice No. 56, dated May 8, 2019.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty/Garantía/Garantie/Garanzia 1

Limited Warranty 1

Unpacking Instructions.... 4

Claims 4

Text Conventions 4

Symbols 4

Disclaimer 4

Intellectual Property 4

Safety Notes.... 5

Non-Interlocked Housing Warning 6

Laser Safety Notes.... 6

Laser Safety Label Reproduction.... 7

Laser Exposure Warning.... 7

Laser Emission Data 7

Laser Compliance Statement.... 7

2. Introduction 8

Product Overview 8

Product Dimensions 8

3. Setup 9

AC Power 9

Fuse Replacement 9

Power Linking.... 9

Mounting 10

Orientation.... 10

Rigging 10

Proper Usage 10

Laser Interlock and Key 11

4. Operation 12

Control Panel Operation.... 12

Menu Map 12

Configuration (DMX) 12

DMX Personality and Starting Address.... 12

D-Fi USB Connectivity 13

D-Fi USB Compatibility 13

Configuration (D-Fi USB) 13

D-Fi USB DIP Switch Channels 13

DMX Channel Assignments and Values 14

Configuration (Standalone) 17

Automatic Programs.... 17

Automatic Program Speed.... 17

Sound-Active Programs 17

Programs.... 17

IRC-6 Infrared Remote Control 18

IRC-6 Operation.... 18

Master/Slave Mode (Wired) 19

Master/Slave Mode (D-Fi USB).... 19

ILS Mode 19

5. Maintenance.... 20

Product Maintenance 20

6. Technical Specifications 21

Returns.... 22

Contact Us 23

ÍNDICE

Configuration (DMX) 53

Power Linking.... 111

Montage 112

Oriëntatie.... 112

Opbouw 112

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.

Garantía Limitada

• S w a r m W a s h F X•User ManGal
• Power Cord

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 Meaning

1–512 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

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

ON A value to be entered or selected

Symbols

Symbol Meaning

		Electrical warning. Not following these instructions may cause electrical damage to the product, accessories, or the user.
		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.
		Laser safety information.

Disclaimer

Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects. However, Chauvet assumes no responsibility and specifically disclaims any and all liability to any party for any loss, damage or disruption caused by any errors or omissions in this document, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause. Chauvet reserves the right to revise the content of this document without any obligation to notify any person or company of such revision, however, Chauvet has no obligation to make, and does not commit to make, any such revisions. Download the latest version from www.chauvetdj.com.

Intellectual Property

The works of authorship contained in this manual, including, but not limited to, all design, text and images are owned by Chauvet.

© Copyright 2022 Chauvet & Sons, LLC. All rights reserved.

Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.

CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo, ILS (patent pending), and Swarm Wash FX ILS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet & Sons LLC (d/b/a Chauvet and Chauvet Lighting) in the United States and other countries. Other company and product names and logos referred to herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.

Safety Notes

The Safety Notes include important laser system safety information. Read and understand all instructions before powering on the laser for the first time. Knowing these safety instructions is crucial to avoiding laser eye injury and breaking the law. Keep this User Manual in a safe place for future reference.

STOP AND READ ALL LASER SAFETY DATA

- Lasers can be hazardous and have unique safety considerations. Permanent eye injury and blindness are possible if lasers are used incorrectly. Pay close attention to each safety REMARK and WARNING statement in this User Manual. Read all instructions carefully BEFORE operating this device.

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

• Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning.

- 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.

- This product is not intended for permanent installation.

- 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.

• Always use the mounting bracket to carry the product.

• Do not switch the product on/off in short intervals. This will reduce the laser diode life.

- Do not shake this product. Avoid brute force when mounting or operating this product.

- ALWAYS use a safety cable when mounting the product overhead.

- The ambient operating temperature for the laser is 59 °F to 95 °F (15 °C to 35 °C). Do not operate this product outside this range.

• 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.

CAUTION! Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than THOSE specified IN THIS USER MANUAL may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

- Avoid direct eye contact with laser light. Never intentionally expose your eyes or others to direct laser light.

- This laser product can potentially cause instant eye injury or blindness if laser light directly strikes the eyes.

- It is illegal and dangerous to shine this laser into audience areas, where the audience or other personnel could get direct laser beams or bright reflections into their eyes.

- It is a U.S. federal offense to shine any laser at aircraft.

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

- DO NOT attempt any repairs. Repairs and servicing must be carried out by a certified technician. Unauthorized modifications are forbidden for safety reasons!

Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If transferring ownership of the product to another user, be sure this document is kept with the laser.

Non-Interlocked Housing Warning

• This unit contains high power laser devices internally.
• Do not open the laser housing, due to potential exposure to unsafe levels of laser radiation.
• The laser power levels, accessible if the unit is opened, can cause instant blindness, skin burns, and fires.

Laser Safety Notes

STOP AND READ ALL THE LASER SAFETY NOTES BELOW

Laser light is different from any other light. Laser light can cause eye injury if the product is not set up and used properly. Laser light is a thousand times more concentrated than any other kind of light. This concentration can cause instant eye injuries by burning the retina (the light-sensitive portion at the back of the eye). The heat from a laser light cannot be felt, but it can still injure or blind product operators and the audience. Even very small amounts of laser light at long distances are potentially hazardous.

DO NOT assume that exposure to an individual laser beam is safe, even a tiny beam split off from a larger beam. This laser product uses dozens of milliwatts of laser power—Class 3B levels internally—and splits them into multiple beams—Class 3R levels. The individual Class 3R level beams are potentially hazardous to the eyes.

DO NOT assume that a moving laser light is safe. Laser light is never without risk. Since eye injuries can occur instantly, it is critical to prevent the possibility of ANY direct eye exposure. According to laser safety regulations, it is not legal to aim Class 3R lasers into areas where people can be exposed, even if the laser is aimed below people's faces, such as at a dance floor.

• Do not operate the laser without first reading and understanding all the safety and technical data in this manual.
  • ALWAYS set up and install all laser effects so that any laser light is at least 3 meters (9.8 feet) above the floor on which people are standing. See the Proper Usage section of this manual.
• After setup, and prior to public use, test the lasers to ensure they are functioning properly. Do not use the product if any defect is detected.

- DO NOT point lasers at people or animals.

- DO NOT look into the laser aperture or laser beams.

- DO NOT point lasers into areas where people could be exposed to them.

- DO NOT point lasers at highly reflective surfaces such as windows, mirrors, and shiny metal. Even laser reflections can be hazardous.

• Never point a laser at aircraft; this is a U.S. federal offense.
• Never point unterminated laser beams into the sky.
• Do not expose the output optic (aperture) to harsh cleaning chemicals.
• Do not use the laser if the housing is damaged, open, or if the optics appear damaged in any way.
• Never open the laser housing. The high laser power levels inside of the protective housing can start fires or burn skin, and will cause instant eye injury.
• Never leave this product running unattended.
• The operation of a Class 3R laser show is allowed only if the lasers are operated by a skilled and well-trained professional, who is familiar with the data included in this manual.
• The legal requirements for using laser entertainment products vary from country to country. The user is responsible for the legal requirements in the location/country of use.

CAUTION! Do not operate this device in ways not specified in this User Manual. Failure to follow the instructions will void the warranty, may damage the product, or injure the user or the audience.

CAUTION! This product cannot be discarded with household waste. Contact your local waste management service for electronic disposal regulations in your area.

Laser Safety Label Reproduction

Laser Exposure Warning

LASER LIGHT AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE

Further guidelines and safety programs for safe use of lasers can be found in the ANSI Z136.1 Standard "For Safe Use of Lasers", available from the Laser Institute of America: www.lia.org. Many local governments, corporations, agencies, military, and others, require all lasers to be used under the guidelines of ANSI Z136.1. Laser Display guidance can be obtained via the International Laser Display Association: www.ilda.com.

Laser Emission Data

As measured under IEC measurement conditions for classification.

Laser Classification|Class 3R

Red Laser Diode Wavelength/Optical Power	650 nm/100 mW
Green Laser Diode Wavelength/Optical Power	520 nm/30 mW
Beam Diameter	<5 mm at aperture
Pulse Data	All pulses < 4 Hz (>0.25 sec)
Divergence (each beam)	<2 mrad
Divergence (total light)	<160 degrees

Laser Power of Each Beam from Aperture <5 mW

Laser Compliance Statement

Complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 56, dated May 8, 2019. No maintenance is required to keep this product in compliance with laser performance standards.

2. Introduction

Product Overview

Strobe SMD LEDs (x12) Wash LEDs (x8) Laser output IR sensor Swarm effect lenses (x8) LED indicators DMX Sound Display and control buttons Auto Slave Microphone Sensitivity knob USB port DMX in/out Safety loop Power out Fuse holder Power in

WARNING! DO NOT plug anything other than a D-Fi USB into the USB port. Doing so may cause damage to the product.

Product Dimensions

13.1 in 335 mm 9.4 in 241 mm

13 in 332 mm

3. Setup

AC Power

The Swarm Wash FX ILS has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range of 100 to 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 Technical Specifications. The listed current rating indicates the product's average current draw under normal conditions.

• Always connect the product to a protected circuit (a circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
- To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.

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

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 and replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.
5. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.

Spare fuse holder (inside safety cap) Installed fuse (held by plastic clip) Safety cap

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

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

Power Linking

The product provides power linking via the outlet located in the back of the product. See the diagram below for further explanation.

Power Linking Diagram

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    A["Additional products"] --> B["rd product"]
    B --> C["nd product3"]
    C --> D["1st product2"]
    D --> E["Power source"]

It is possible to link up to 11 Swarm Wash FX ILS products at 120 V or 20 products at 230 V. Never exceed this number. Power-linking cords can be purchased separately.

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.

Mounting

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

Orientation

The Swarm Wash FX ILS must be mounted in a position that includes planning for safe laser usage. In addition, 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.
• 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, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity. The bracket has a 13-mm hole, which is appropriate for this purpose.
• 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.

Mounting Diagram

Mounting clamp Safety cable (such as CH-05 from Chauvet) Mounting bracket Bracket adjustment knob (x2)

Proper Usage

This product is for overhead mounting only. For safety purposes, Chauvet recommends mounting lighting effect products on steady elevated platforms or sturdy overhead supports using suitable hanging clamps. In all cases, use safety cables. Obtain appropriate mounting hardware from your lighting vendor. International laser safety regulations require that laser products must be operated in the fashion illustrated below, with a minimum of 3 meters (9.8 ft) of vertical separation between the floor and the lowest laser light. Additionally, 3 meters of horizontal separation is required between laser light and audience or other public spaces.

3 meters

CAUTION! Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than THOSE specified IN THIS USER MANUAL may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Laser Interlock and Key

If purchased outside of North America, this product will have an interlock and key to prevent the laser from operating unless the interlock and key are both inserted and the key is turned to the ON position.

For the laser to function, you MUST DO BOTH:

• Insert the interlock
• Insert the key and turn it to the ON position
  If both are not performed, the laser WILL NOT turn on!

Insert the interlock Insert AND turn the key to the ON position ON

*For illustrative purposes only

Always turn the key to the OFF position and remove it when leaving this product unattended to prevent accidents or injuries to third parties.

4. Operation

This product is not designed for continual use. Make sure there are regular breaks during operation to maximize the life of the lasers. Always disconnect the Swarm Wash FX ILS from power when not in use.

Control Panel Operation

To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the display. Please refer to the Product Overview to see the button locations on the control panel.

Button Function

	Selects an operation mode or backs out of the current menu option
	Navigates upwards through the menu list or increases a selected numeric value
	Navigates downwards through the menu list or decreases a selected numeric value
	Enables the currently displayed menu or sets a selected value into the selected function

Menu Map

Refer to the Swarm Wash FX ILS product page on www.chauvetdj.com for the latest menu map.

Mode Programming Levels Description
DMX	2-Ch d 1-511 4-channel DMX mode
	18Ch d 1-495		18-channel DMX mode
Automatic program	P--	P 1-15	FAdE	Automatic programs (see Programs)
			SnAP
Program speed	S--	S 1-99		Automatic program speed
Sound-active program	Snd	Sn 1-15		Sound-active programs (see Programs)
ILS mode	iLS	iLS1-4		Sets ILS mode
Infrared	SEt	on		Enables/disables infrared control
		oFF

Configuration (DMX)

The Swarm Wash FX ILS works with a DMX controller. Information about DMX is in the CHAUVET DMX Primer, which is available from the Chauvet website http://www.chauvetlighting.com/downloads/DMX_Primer_rev05_WO.pdf.

DMX Personality and Starting Address

When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels the selected DMX mode uses. If the starting address is set too high, access to some of the product's channels could be restricted.

The Swarm Wash FX ILS uses up to 18 DMX channels in the 18Ch mode, which defines the highest configurable address to 495.

The Swarm Wash FX ILS uses 2 DMX channels in the 2-Ch mode, which defines the highest configurable address to 511.

For information about the DMX protocol, download the DMX Primer from www.chauvetdj.com.

To select the DMX personality and starting address, do the following:

1. Press repeatedly until 2-Ch or 18Ch shows on the display.
2. Press .
3. Use or to increase or decrease the starting address, from d 1-511.
4. Press .

The display will continue to blink until the fixture receives a DMX signal.

D-Fi USB Connectivity

The Swarm Wash FX ILS is able to become a D-Fi wireless receiver/transmitter with the use of the D-Fi USB from Chauvet DJ. Simply set the product's DMX Personality and DMX Address, set the DIP switch D-Fi receiving/transmitting channel, then plug it into the D-Fi USB port.

WARNING! DO NOT plug anything other than a D-Fi USB into the USB port. Doing so may cause damage to the product.

Once plugged in, the D-Fi USB will take over the product. Wired DMX and manual display control / menu buttons will be unavailable until you unplug the D-Fi USB. The priority levels are:

1. D-Fi USB
2. Wired DMX
3. Manual Digital Display/Menu Buttons

D-Fi USB Compatibility

The D-Fi USB can receive a DMX signal from the D-Fi Hub and the FlareCON Air 2 as well as other D-Fi USB products.

Configuration (D-Fi USB)

1. Set the DMX Personality and DMX address on the Swarm Wash FX ILS.
2. Use the Chart provided to set BOTH:

• the Channel, and then
• The Receiving or Transmitting option

NOTE: DIP Switch 5 is for Transmitting OR Receiving, please choose carefully.

D-Fi USB DIP Switch Channels

DMX Channel Assignments and Values

2-Ch	18Ch	Function Value Percent/Setting
1	1	Automatic program (overrides Ch. 3-18)	000 ⇔ 015	Manual operation mode
			016 ⇔ 030	Wash only
			031 ⇔ 045	Laser only
			046 ⇔ 060	Swarm effect only
			061 ⇔ 075	Strobes only
			076 ⇔ 090	Wash, laser, and swarm effect
			091 ⇔ 105	Wash, laser, and strobes
			106 ⇔ 120	Wash, swarm effect, and strobes
			121 ⇔ 135	Laser, swarm effect, and strobes
			136 ⇔ 150	Wash and laser
			151 ⇔ 165	Wash and swarm effect
			166 ⇔ 180	Wash and strobes
			181 ⇔ 195	Laser and swarm effect
			196 ⇔ 210	Laser and strobes
			211 ⇔ 225	Swarm effect and strobes
			226 ⇔ 255	All effects
2 2	Program speed		000 ⇔ 200	Automatic program speed, slow to fast
			201 ⇔ 255	Sound-active program
-	3	102 Red	000 ⇔ 051	No function
-	4
-5	052
-6	103
-7	154
-8	205
-	9
-	10
-11	Wash Strobe		000 ⇔ 004	No function
			005 ⇔ 254	Wash strobe, slow to fast
			255 Sound-active wash strobe
- 12 Swarm effect color			000 ⇔ 009	No function
			010 ⇔ 014	Red
			015 ⇔ 019	Green
			020 ⇔ 024	Blue
			025 ⇔ 029	Amber
			030 ⇔ 034	White
			035 ⇔ 039	Red and white
			040 ⇔ 044	Red and green
			045 ⇔ 049	Green and blue
			050 ⇔ 054	Blue and amber
			055 ⇔ 059	Amber and white
			060 ⇔ 064	Green and white
			065 ⇔ 069	Green and amber
			070 ⇔ 074	Red and amber
			075 ⇔ 079	Red and blue
			080 ⇔ 084	Blue and white
			085 ⇔ 089	Red, green, and blue
			090 ⇔ 094	Red, green, and amber
			095 ⇔ 099	Red, green, and white
			100 ⇔ 104	Red, blue, and amber
			105 ⇔ 109	Red, blue, and white
			110 ⇔ 114	Red, amber, and white
			115 ⇔ 119	Green, blue, and amber
			120 ⇔ 124	Green, blue, and white
			125 ⇔ 129	Green, amber, and white
			130 ⇔ 134	Blue, amber, and white
			135 ⇔ 139	Red, green, blue, and amber
			140 ⇔ 144	Red, green, blue, and white
			145 ⇔ 149	Green, blue, amber, and white
			150 ⇔ 154	Red, green, amber, and white
			155 ⇔ 159	Red, blue, amber, and white
			160 ⇔ 164	Red, green, blue, amber, and white
			165 ⇔ 209	Automatic single-color chase
			210 ⇔ 222	Automatic multi-color chase
			223 ⇔ 255	Sound-active single-color chase
- 13 Swarm effect strobe			000 ⇔ 004	No function
			005 ⇔ 200	Swarm effect strobe, fast to slow
			201 ⇔ 255	Sound-active swarm effect strobe
- 14 Swarm effect motor			000 ⇔ 004	Stop
			005 ⇔ 127	Clockwise rotation, slow to fast
			128 ⇔ 133	Stop
			134 ⇔ 255	Counterclockwise rotation, slow to fast
- 15	SMD	strobes program	000 ⇔ 009	No function
			010 ⇔ 019	SMD strobes program 1, slow to fast
			020 ⇔ 029	SMD strobes program 2, slow to fast
			030 ⇔ 039	SMD strobes program 3, slow to fast
			040 ⇔ 049	SMD strobes program 4, slow to fast
			050 ⇔ 059	SMD strobes program 5, slow to fast
			060 ⇔ 069	SMD strobes program 6, slow to fast
			070 ⇔ 079	SMD strobes program 7, slow to fast
			080 ⇔ 089	SMD strobes program 8, slow to fast
			090 ⇔ 099	SMD strobes program 9, slow to fast
			100 ⇔ 109	SMD strobes program 10, slow to fast
			110 ⇔ 119	SMD strobes program 11, slow to fast
			120 ⇔ 200	Full on
			201 ⇔ 255	Sound-active SMD strobe
-	16	Laser color(Ch. 17 must be active for strobe)	000 ⇔ 009	No function
			010 ⇔ 049	Red
			050 ⇔ 089	Green
			090 ⇔ 129	Red and green alternating strobe
			130 ⇔ 169	Red and strobing green
			170 ⇔ 209	Green and strobing red
			210 ⇔ 255	Red and green
- 17	Laser strobe		000 ⇔ 004	No function
			005 ⇔ 254	Laser strobe, fast to slow
			255 Sound-active laser strobe
- 18	Laser rotation		000 ⇔ 004	Stop
			005 ⇔ 127	Counterclockwise rotation, slow to fast
			128 ⇔ 133	Stop
			134 ⇔ 255	Clockwise rotation, slow to fast

For manual operation of LEDs and lasers using DMX control, set Channel 1 to 000 ⇔ 015.

Configuration (Standalone)

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

Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode 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.

Automatic Programs

To run the Swarm Wash FX ILS with an automatic program, follow the instructions below.

1. Press repeatedly until P-- shows on the display.
2. Press .
3. Use or to select the desired program, from P 1–15. (see Programs)
4. Press
5. Use or to select the program mode, from FAdE (fading) or SnAP (quick change).
6. Press .

Automatic Program Speed

To set the automatic program speed of the Swarm Wash FX ILS, do the following:

1. Press repeatedly until S-- shows on the display.
2. Press .
3. Use or to increase or decrease the speed, from S 1–99 (slow to fast).
4. Press .

Sound-Active Programs

To run the Swarm Wash FX ILS with a sound-active program, follow the instructions below.

1. Press repeatedly until Snd shows on the display.
2. Press
3. Use or to select the desired program, from Sn 1–15. (see Programs)
4. Press
5. Turn the music on and adjust the sound sensitivity 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).
• The laser will black out when in Sound-Active mode after 3 seconds of silence or noise below the sensitivity setting.

Programs

P--/Snd Effect

1 All effects

2 Wash only

3 Laser only

4 Swarm effect only

5 Strobes only

6 Wash, laser, and swarm effect

7 Wash, laser, and strobes

8 Wash, swarm effect, and strobes

9 Laser, swarm effect, and strobes

10 Wash and laser

11 Wash and swarm effect

12 Wash and strobes

13 Laser and swarm effect

14 Laser and strobes

15 Swarm effect and strobes

IRC-6 Infrared Remote Control

The Swarm Wash FX ILS can be operated with the CHAUVET IRC-6. To enable IR wireless control, follow the instructions below.

1. Press repeatedly until SET shows on the display.
2. Press .
3. Use or to select from on or oFF.
4. Press .

IRC-6 Operation

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Automatic Mode

To turn on automatic mode with the IRC-6:

1. Press on the IRC-6.

2. Press <+> or <-> to select the program (see Programs).

To adjust the speed of the automatic program:

1. Press on the IRC-6.

2. Press <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the speed.

Sound-Active Mode

To turn on sound-active mode with the IRC-6:

1. Press on the IRC-6.

2. Press <+> or <-> to select the program (see Programs).

Manual Control

To toggle which effects are active:

• Press < 1> to toggle the wash.
• Press < 2> to toggle the swarm effect.
• Press < 3> to toggle the laser.
• Press < 4> to toggle the SMD strobes.

Black Out

To black out the product with the IRC-6:

1. Press on the IRC-6.

This will turn off all the LEDs until the button is pressed again.

NOTE: The IRC-6 will not respond to any inputs when Black Out is activated. If the product does not respond when a button is pressed, try pressing . Black Out may have been activated.

The buttons on the IRC-6 not listed above are reserved for future use.

Master/Slave Mode (Wired)

The Master/Slave mode allows a single Swarm Wash FX ILS product (the "master") to control the actions of one or more Swarm Wash FX ILS products (the "slaves") without the need of a DMX controller. The master product will be set to operate in either standalone mode or with the IR remote, while the slave products will be set to operate in DMX mode. Once set and connected, the slave products will operate in unison with the master product.

Configure the products as indicated below.

Slave products:

1. Press repeatedly until 18Ch shows on the display.
2. Press .
3. Use or to set the starting address to d 1.
4. Press .
5. Connect the DMX input of the first slave product to the DMX output of the master product.
6. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave products to the DMX output of the previous slave product.
7. Finish setting and connecting all the slave products.

Master product:

1. Set the master product to operate in standalone mode or with the IRC-6 remote.
2. Make the master product the first product in the DMX daisy chain.

- Configure all the slave products before connecting the master to the 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.

- Do not connect more than 31 slaves to the master.

Master/Slave Mode (D-Fi USB)

The D-Fi USB allows a single Swarm Wash FX ILS product (the "master") to control the actions of one or more Swarm Wash FX ILS products (the "slaves") without the need of a DMX controller or DMX cables.

The master (transmitter) product will be set to operate in standalone mode, while the slave (receiver) products will be set to operate in DMX mode. Once set and connected, the slave products will operate in unison with the master product.

Configure the products as indicated below.

Slave products:

1. Press repeatedly until 18Ch shows on the display.
2. Press
3. Use or to set the starting address to d 1.
4. Press .
5. Set the D-Fi USB to receive on a specific channel, 1–16.
6. Plug in the D-Fi USB.
7. Finish setting and connecting all the slave products.

Master product:

1. Set the master product to operate in standalone mode.
2. Set the D-Fi USB to transmit on the D-Fi channel the slaves are receiving on.
3. Plug in the D-Fi USB.

- All products must be set to the same DMX personality, DMX address, and D-Fi channel.

- Configure all the slave products before configuring the master to transmit.

- Never connect a DMX controller to a D-Fi channel configured for Master/Slave operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master.

ILS Mode

ILS (Integrated Lighting System) provides 4 modes that synchronize with the GigBAR MOVE+ILS: Modes 1 and 3 synchronize with side 1 of the GigBAR MOVE+ILS, whereas modes 2 and 4 synchronize with side 2 of the GigBAR MOVE+ILS. When linked, effects will sync with the most similar effect on the selected side of the GigBAR MOVE+ILS: Kinta effects will sync with one of the kintas, moving heads will sync with one of the moving heads, and wash effects will sync with one of the pars. Laser effects will sync with the laser, and strobe effects will sync with the strobe effects regardless of ILS mode.

This product will synchronize with the kinta and par on the selected side of the GigBAR MOVE+ILS, as well as the laser and strobes.

To set the Swarm Wash FX ILS to respond to an ILS signal:

1. Press repeatedly until iLS shows on the display.
2. Use or to select from iLS1 (side 1), iLS2 (side 2), iLS3 (side 1), or iLS4 (side 2).
3. Press .

5. Maintenance

Product Maintenance

Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduction of the light source's life and/or mechanical wear. To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, 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, follow the instructions below:

1. Unplug the product from power.
2. Wait until the product is at room temperature.
3. Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external surface/vents.
4. Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
5. Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
6. Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface.
7. Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.

Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.

6. Technical Specifications

Dimensions and Weight

Length Width Height Weight

13.1 in (335 mm) 13 in (332 mm) 9.4 in (241 mm) 9.5 lb (4.3 kg)

Note: Dimensions in inches are rounded.

Power
Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection
Switching (internal) 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Auto-ranging

Parameter 120 V, 60 Hz 230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption	51 W	50 W
Operating current	0.7 A	0.4 A
Power linking current (products)	8 A (11 products)	8 A (20 products)
Fuse	T 1.6 A, 250 V	T 1.6 A, 250 V
Power I/O	U.S./Worldwide	UK/Europe
Power input connector	IEC	IEC
Power output connector	Edison	IEC
Power cord plug	Edison (U.S.)	Local plug

Light Source (Swarm)

Type	Color	Quantity	Power	Current	Lifespan
LED	Red	1	2 W	650 mA	50,000 hours
LED	Green	1	2 W	650 mA	50,000 hours
LED	Blue	1	2 W	650 mA	50,000 hours
LED	Amber	1	2 W	650 mA	50,000 hours
LED	White	1	2 W	650 mA	50,000 hours

Light Source (Wash)

Type	Color	Quantity	Power	Current	Lifespan
LED	RGB+UV	8	1.5 W	600 mA	50,000 hours

Light Source (Strobes)

Type	Color	Quantity	Power	Current	Lifespan
SMD LED	White	12	1 W	300 mA	50,000 hours

Light Source (Laser)

Type	Power	Wavelength
Laser (red)	100 mW	650 nm
Laser (green)	30 mW	520 nm

Photometrics

Strobe Rate	Coverage Angle (Laser)	Coverage Angle (Swarm Effect)	Coverage Angle (Strobes)	Coverage Angle (Wash)
0 to 20 Hz	82°	65°	71°	46°

Thermal

Laser Minimum External Temp.	Laser Maximum External Temp.	Cooling System
59 °F (15 °C)	95 °F (35 °C)	Fan-assisted convection

DMX

I/O Connectors	Channel Range
3-pin XLR	2 or 18

Ordering

Product Name	Item Code	UPC Number
Swarm Wash FX ILS	10051882	781462222307

UK CA

CE

RoHS

Returns

In case you need to get support or return a product:

• If you are located in the U.S., contact Chauvet World Headquarters.
• If you are located in the U.K. or Ireland, contact Chauvet Europe Ltd.
• If you are located in Benelux, contact Chauvet Europe BVBA.
• If you are located in France, contact Chauvet France.
• If you are located in Germany, contact Chauvet Germany.
• If you are located in Mexico, contact Chauvet Mexico.
• If you are located in any other country, DO NOT contact Chauvet. Instead, contact your local distributor. See www.chauvetdj.com for distributors outside the U.S., U.K., Ireland, Benelux, France, Germany, or Mexico.

If you are located outside the U.S., U.K., Ireland, Benelux, France, Germany, or Mexico, contact your distributor of record and follow their instructions on how to return Chauvet products to them. Visit our website www.chauvetdj.com for contact details.

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.

To submit a service request online, go to www.chauvetdj.com/service-request.

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
• 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).

Contact Us

General Information Technical Support

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1. Antes de Empezar

Qué va Incluido

13,1" 335 mm 9,4" 241 mm

13" 332 mm

3. Instalación

Corriente alterna

BLACK OUT AUTO MOUNT SPEEDSTROBE SENSI WHITY 0% 70 MANUAL FACE R G B A UV W + 0 - 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Modo automático

Brookhill Road Industrial Estate

Pinxton, Nottingham, UK Sitio web: www.chauvetdj.eu

NG16 6NT

Voz: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Chauvet Europe BVBA

Dirección: Stokstraat 18 Email: [e-mail]

9770 Kruishoutem

Belgium Sitio web: www.chauvetdj.eu

Voz: [phone]

Chauvet France

Dirección: 3, Rue Ampère 91380 Chilly-Mazarin Email: [e-mail]

France Sitio web: www.chauvetdj.eu

Voz: [phone]

Chauvet Germany

Dirección: Bruno-Bürgel-Str. 11 Email: [e-mail]

28759 Bremen

Germany Sitio web: www.chauvetdj.eu

Voz: [phone]

Chauvet Mexico

Convention Signification

Configuration (D-Fi USB)

Brookhill Road Industrial Estate

Pinxton, Nottingham, UK Site web : www.chauvetdj.eu

NG16 6NT

Technical line drawing of a mechanical device casing with mounting holes and control buttons (no text or symbols)

Chauvet World Headquarters

Adresse: 5200 NW 108th Ave. Telefon: [phone]

Sunrise, FL 33351 Fax: [phone]

Telefon: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

Fax: [phone]

Brookhill Road Industrial Estate

Brookhill Road Industrial Estate

Pinxton, Nottingham, UK Website: www.chauvetdj.eu

NG16 6NT

Telefono: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Chauvet Europe BVBA

Indirizzo: Stokstraat 18 E-mail: [e-mail]

9770 Kruishoutem

Belgium Website: www.chauvetdj.eu

Telefono: [phone]

Chauvet France

Indirizzo: 3, Rue Ampère E-mail: [e-mail] 91380 Chilly-Mazarin

France Website: www.chauvetdj.eu

Telefono: [phone]

Chauvet Germany

Indirizzo: Bruno-Bürgel-Str. 11 E-mail: [e-mail]

28759 Bremen

Germany Website: www.chauvetdj.eu

Telefono: [phone]

Chauvet Mexico

(Entrance by Calle 2)

Zona Industrial Lerma Website: www.chauvetdj.mx

13 in 332 mm

3. Instelling

AC-stroom

Lightbron (SMD-stroboscopen)

Brookhill Road Industrial Estate

Pinxton, Nottingham, UK Website: www.chauvetdj.eu

NG16 6NT

Bandopname: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Chauvet Europe BVBA

Adres: Stokstraat 18 E-mail: [e-mail]

9770 Kruishoutem

Belgium Website: www.chauvetdj.eu

Bandopname: [phone]

Chauvet France

Adres: 3, Rue Ampère

91380 Chilly-Mazarin

E-mail: [e-mail]

France Website: www.chauvetdj.eu

Bandopname: [phone]

Chauvet Germany