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USER MANUAL Derby X Chauvet

What Is Included 1 x Derby X™ Power Cord Warranty Card User Manual Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving a product, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a product must be returned to the factory, it is important that the product be returned in the original factory box and packing. AC Power This product has an auto-switching power supply. This product will accommodate between 100 VAC and 240 VAC 50/60 Hz. All products must be powered directly off a switched circuit and cannot be run off a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for a 0 to 100% switch.

To eliminate wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect from power via breaker or by unplugging it.Derby X™ User Manual 6 Safety Notes

• Please keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell the product to another user, be sure that they also receive this instruction booklet.

• Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.

• This product is intended for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose product to rain or moisture. Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product while operating.

• The product must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20in (50cm) from adjacent surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.

• Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing lamp or fuse and be sure to replace with same lamp source.

• Secure product to fastening device using a safety chain.

• Never carry the product solely by its head. Use its carrying handles.

• Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate product at temperatures higher than this.

• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately. Never try to repair the product by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center. Always use the same type spare parts.

• Never connect the device to a dimmer pack or rheostat.

• Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.

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

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

• To eliminate wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect from power via breaker or by unplugging it. Caution! There are no-user serviceable parts inside the product. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your product may require service, please contact Chauvet Technical Support.

Please read these instructions carefully, which includes important information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product.Derby X™ User Manual 7

• 8-channel DMX-512 LED derby effect
• Blackout/static/strobe
• Individual control of red, green, and blue LEDs within each cluster (6 total)

• Built-in automated programs via DMX

• Built-in sound activated programs via master/slave or DMX

• Mount multiple products together with adjustable, optional bracket (XBRACKET)

• Additional power output: max 27 products @ 120V (see manual for details) DMX Channel Summary

Auto Programs Power Link Out Dipswitches DMX In Power In & External Fuse Power Out Tilt Adjustment Knob Sound DMX Out Microphone Hanging BracketDerby X™ User Manual 8 Often, the setup for Master-Slave and Standalone operation requires that the first product in the chain be initialized for this purpose via either settings in the control panel or DIP- switches. Secondarily, the products that follow may also require a slave setting. Please consult the “Operating Instructions” section in this manual for complete instructions for this type of setup and configuration. Master Slave Slave The fuse is located inside this compartment. Remove using a flat head screwdriver.

Fuse Replacement With a flat-head screwdriver wedge the fuse holder out of its housing. Remove the damaged fuse from its holder and replace with exact same type fuse. Insert the fuse holder back in its place and reconnect power. Product Linking You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more products using a DMX-512 controller or to run synchronized shows on two or more products set to a master/slave operating mode. The combined number of channels required by all the products on a serial data link determines the number of products the data link can support. Important: Products on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line. To comply with the EIA-485 standard no more than 32 devices should be connected on one data link. Connecting more than 32 products on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically- isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal. Master/Slave Product Linking

1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin

connector of the first product.

2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the first product which will have a (female) 3

pin connector to the input connector of the next product consisting of a (male) 3 pin connector. Then, proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following product and so on.

Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always replace with the same type fuse.Derby X™ User Manual 9 Hanging Clamp Note! Clamp is sold separately. Mounting Orientation This product may be mounted in any safe position provided there is adequate room for ventilation. Rigging It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. Mount the product using, a suitable “C” or “O” type clamp. Adjust the angle of the product by loosening both knobs and tilting the product. After finding the desired position, retighten both knobs.

• When selecting installation location, take into consideration lamp replacement access and routine maintenance.

• Safety cables must always be used.

• Never mount in places where the product will be exposed to rain, high humidity, extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation.Derby X™ User Manual 10 Stacking The Derby X™ may be “stacked” by using multiple products and the optional bracket (XBRACKET). This bracket may be ordered from Chauvet. The bracket kit will ship with 2pcs bracket (as shown below) and will include 4 screws for attaching it to the bottom of the product. Note: When you are installing this bracket, you must use the washers and bracket tightening knob to secure one product to another. Note: A maximum of 4 products can be stacked.

Standalone Mode (Sound-Active): This mode allows a single product to run to the beat of the music, or the product will auto change in Auto Mode.

1) Set all dipswitches position to the Off position.

Mode Dipswitches Sound Active 10 = Off

2) The product will react to the low frequencies of music via the internal microphone in

3) Use the audio sensitivity knob on the back of the product to make the product more or

less sensitive in Sound-Active mode. Turning the knob counterclockwise decreases the sensitivity; turning the knob clockwise increases the sensitivity. Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound): This mode will allow you to link up to 32 products together without a controller.

1) Use standard DMX cables to daisy chain your products together via the DMX

connector on the rear of the products. For longer cable runs we suggest a terminator at the last product.

2) Choose a product to function as the Master. Turn dipswitches to the Master position

on the product. The product must be the first product in line. Then simply chain the products together using DMX cable. Mode Dipswitches Master Sound 10 = Off

3) Turn switch to the Slave position on the slave products, and they will react the same

as the Master. Mode Dipswitches Slave 1 = On, 10 = On DMX Mode If you are unfamiliar with DMX, download the DMX Primer from the www.chauvetlighting.com website.

2) Connect a DMX controller to the product.

3) Set the start address according to standard binary code.Derby X™ User Manual 12

Cluster Control No function Red Green Blue Red/Green Red/Blue Green/Blue Red/Green/Blue

Auto Speed No function Auto 1 Auto 2 Auto 3 Auto 4 Auto 5 Auto 6 Auto 7 Auto 8 Auto 9 Auto 10 Auto 11 Auto 12 Auto 13 Auto 14 Auto 15 Auto 16 Audio triggerDerby X™ User Manual 13 Setting the Starting Address Set the start address using the group of DIP switches located usually on bottom of the product. Each dip switch has an associated value. Adding the value of each switch in the ON position will provide the start address. Figuring out which switches to toggle ON given a specific start address can be accomplished by determining which switch values will add up to the address value and turning these switches on. Do so by doing the following:

1) Determine the largest value switch that is less than the start address. Turn this switch on.

2) Subtract the value of the switch you just turned on from the starting address number.

3) Determine the largest value switch that is less than the remainder from the previous

subtraction. Turn this switch on.

4) Subtract the value of the switch you just turned on from the remainder of the previous

5) Repeat steps three and four until you have a remainder of zero.

Example Starting Address Address 10 Switch # 4 = 8 Switch # 2 = 2 Total = 10

Address 24 Switch # 5 = 16 Switch # 4 = 8 Total = 24

Resolving address using simple math. Address 233 233 – (128) = 105, Turn ON Dip # 8 105 – (64) = 41, Turn ON Dip # 7 41 – (32) = 9, Turn ON Dip # 6 9 – (8) = 1, Turn ON Dip # 4 1 – (1) = 0, Turn ON Dip # 1

Dip Switch Position DMX AddressDerby X™ User Manual 15 Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Solution 1 or more LED’s are not illuminating Clean the product regularly to avoid any such failure. This product is convection cooled, which means that if the surface is kept clean and free of debris, then proper cooling will be allowed to occur An LED may have failed, resulting in an open circuit. In this event, all of the red, green, or blue in a single module will no longer illuminate. This does not mean that all of the LEDs have failed, but the circuit is wired in series. An LED may have failed, resulting in a short circuit. In this event, only the single LED which has failed will no longer function. This does not mean that all of the LEDs have failed, but the circuit is wired in series. Note: In the event of LED failure, a replacement LED PCB assembly may be purchased directly from Chauvet Part#: P222-DERBYX 1 or more LED’s are producing very low output Check that the lens assembly is installed properly. If the lens assembly is not aligned properly over the LEDs, then they will not project fully -See section on Lens Assembly Installation Note: In the event of LED failure, a replacement LED PCB assembly may be purchased directly from Chauvet Part#: P222-DERBYX Breaker/Fuse keeps blowing Check total load placed on the electrical circuit Check for a short in the electrical wiring: internal and/or external Device has no power Check device’s fuse (internal) Check for power on Mains Note: In the event of auto-switching transformer failure, the product can be sent in for repair; however, a replacement part can be ordered directly from Chauvet Part#: P140- DERBYX Product is not responding to DMX Check Control Panel settings for correct addressing Check DMX cables Check polarity switch settings on the controller Check cable connections Call service technician See page #10 for proper settings to operate in DMX mode Note: In the event of Master PCB failure, a replacement PCB can be ordered directly from Chauvet Part#: P172-DERBYX Loss of signal Use only DMX cables Install terminator Note: Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights Standalone operation problem See page #8 & #10 for details on proper settings and connections If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact Chauvet Technical Support at the location on the next page.Derby X™ User Manual 16

General Maintenance To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear products should be cleaned frequently. Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency. As a general rule, products should be cleaned at least twice a month. Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduced lamp life and increased mechanical wear. Be sure to power off product before conducting maintenance. Unplug product from power. Use a vacuum or air compressor and a soft brush to remove dust collected on external vents and internal components. Clean all glass when the product is cold with a mild solution of glass cleaner or Isopropyl Alcohol and a soft lint free cotton cloth or lens tissue. Apply solution to the cloth or tissue and drag dirt and grime to the outside of the lens. Gently polish optical surfaces until they are free of haze and lint. The cleaning of internal and external optical lenses and/or mirrors must be carried out periodically to optimize light output. Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the product operates: damp, smoky or particularly dirty surrounding can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the product’s optics. Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid. - Always dry the parts carefully. - Clean the external optics at least every 20 days. Clean the internal optics at least every 30/60 days. Returns Procedure Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued. Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RMA #). Products returned without an RMA # will be refused. Call Chauvet and request RMA # prior to shipping the product. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return. Be sure to properly pack product, any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the customer’s responsibility. Chauvet reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace product(s). As a suggestion, proper FedEx packing or double-boxing are recommended. Note: If you are given an RMA #, please include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box: