User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Before You Begin .......................................................................................................... 4 What Is Included ............................................................................................................................... 4 Unpacking Instructions ..................................................................................................................... 4 Claims ....................................................................
Configuration (Standalone) ............................................................................................................ 26 Sound-Active Mode ................................................................................................................................. 26 Sound Sensitivity ..................................................................................................................................... 26 Automatic Mode.....................................................
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN What Is Included • • Intimidator™ Wave 360 IRC Hanging bracket with mounting hardware • • • 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.
Product at a Glance Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound-Activated DMX Master/Slave Safety Notes x x P P P Auto Programs Auto-ranging Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User-Serviceable P P P x 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.
2. INTRODUCTION Overview Front Panel View Head 3 Head 2 Head 1 Cooling Fan Display Head 4 Control Buttons Back Panel View Safety Loop Fuse Holder DMX In Page 6 of 33 DMX Out Power In Power Out Intimidator™ Wave 360 IRC User Manual Rev.
Dimensions 22 in 559 mm 11.7 in 297 mm 7.4 in 189 mm Intimidator™ Wave 360 IRC User Manual Rev.
3. SETUP AC Power The Intimidator™ Wave 360 IRC 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.
Mounting Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes. For our CHAUVET® line of mounting clamps, go to www.chauvetlighting.com/cables-clamps-main.html/. Orientation The Intimidator™ Wave 360 IRC 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.
4. OPERATION Control Panel Operation To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the display.
Configuration (DMX) Starting Address 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 on the product. 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.
Master Auto The Master Auto built-in programs control the actions of two or more Intimidator™ Wave 360 IRC units linked together by DMX data connection. A single Intimidator™ Wave 360 Programs IRC (the master) controls the actions of another Intimidator™ Wave 360 IRC (the slave). Configure the Master Auto programs in conjunction with the Slave modes as follows: 4-Fixture Program The Master Auto 4-Head program allows all 4 heads of four linked Intimidator™ Wave 360 IRC units to operate in unison.
2-Fixture Program The Master Auto 2-Head program allows a single Intimidator™ Wave 360 IRC to control the actions of another Intimidator™ Wave 360 IRC. The master unit will be set to operate in the M-2 program, while the slave unit will be set to operate in either Slave S-1 or Slave S-2 mode. Configure the units as indicated below. Master unit: 1. Press
DMX Assignments 33CH Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 1 Pan 000ó255 Pan 0–540° 2 Pan 16-bit 000ó255 Pan 16-bit 3 Pan Speed 000ó255 Pan Speed (decreasing speed) 000 4 Continuous Pan Rotating No function 001ó127 Continuous counter-clockwise pan rotating with increasing speed 128ó255 Continuous clockwise pan rotating with decreasing speed 5 Head 1 Tilt 000ó255 0–270° 6 Head 2 Tilt 000ó255 0–270° 7 Head 3 Tilt 000ó255 0–270° 8 Head 4 Tilt 000ó255 0–270° 000ó047 No function
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33CH (cont.) Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 000ó009 No function 010ó014 Move-in-black 015ó019 Cancel move-in-black 33 Settings (Set these values before setting other DMX channels.
17CH Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 1 Pan 000ó255 Pan 0–540° 2 Pan 16-bit 000ó255 Pan 16-bit 3 Pan Speed 000ó255 Pan Speed (decreasing speed) 000 4 Continuous Pan Rotating No function 001ó127 Continuous counter-clockwise pan rotating with increasing speed 128ó255 Continuous clockwise pan rotating with decreasing speed 5 Head 1 Tilt 000ó255 0–270° 6 Head 2 Tilt 000ó255 0–270° 7 Head 3 Tilt 000ó255 0–270° 8 Head 4 Tilt 000ó255 0–270° 000ó047 No function 048ó055 Built-In
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17CH (cont.) Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 000ó009 No function 010ó014 Move-in-black 015ó019 Cancel move-in-black 17 Settings (Set these values before setting other DMX channels.
Configuration (Standalone) Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control it without a DMX controller. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet. Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode (Static, Automatic, or Sound-Active) 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.
Manual Reverse Pan Operation To select whether you want the Intimidator™ Wave 360 IRC to operate with normal pan or inverted (reverse) pan, do the following. 1. Press
Display Blackout and Reverse You can flip the LED display for easy readability in any mounting situation or blackout the display entirely. To select your display angle: 1. Press
IR Mode IR mode allows the product to be controlled with an infrared remote controller. The IRC-6 can remotely set the product to various modes; adjust the color, speed and sensitivity; and set the strobe. To set the product to IR mode, do the following: 1. Make sure the product is plugged into a power source and not connected to a DMX cable. 2. Press . 3. Use or to choose Run Mode. 4. Press . 5. Use or to choose IR. 6.
5. TECHNICAL INFORMATION 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 mechanical wear. 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: 1. Unplug the product from power. 2. Wait until the product is at room temperature.
6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Weight Length Width Height Weight 22 in (559 mm) 7.4 in (189 mm) 11.7 in (297 mm) 19.4 lb (8.8 kg) Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit. Power Light Source Photo Optic Thermal DMX Ordering 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 175 W 177 W Operating current 2.6 A 1.
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