Chauvet ST-200 manual

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

Go to page of

A good user manual

The rules should oblige the seller to give the purchaser an operating instrucion of Chauvet ST-200, along with an item. The lack of an instruction or false information given to customer shall constitute grounds to apply for a complaint because of nonconformity of goods with the contract. In accordance with the law, a customer can receive an instruction in non-paper form; lately graphic and electronic forms of the manuals, as well as instructional videos have been majorly used. A necessary precondition for this is the unmistakable, legible character of an instruction.

What is an instruction?

The term originates from the Latin word „instructio”, which means organizing. Therefore, in an instruction of Chauvet ST-200 one could find a process description. An instruction's purpose is to teach, to ease the start-up and an item's use or performance of certain activities. An instruction is a compilation of information about an item/a service, it is a clue.

Unfortunately, only a few customers devote their time to read an instruction of Chauvet ST-200. A good user manual introduces us to a number of additional functionalities of the purchased item, and also helps us to avoid the formation of most of the defects.

What should a perfect user manual contain?

First and foremost, an user manual of Chauvet ST-200 should contain:
- informations concerning technical data of Chauvet ST-200
- name of the manufacturer and a year of construction of the Chauvet ST-200 item
- rules of operation, control and maintenance of the Chauvet ST-200 item
- safety signs and mark certificates which confirm compatibility with appropriate standards

Why don't we read the manuals?

Usually it results from the lack of time and certainty about functionalities of purchased items. Unfortunately, networking and start-up of Chauvet ST-200 alone are not enough. An instruction contains a number of clues concerning respective functionalities, safety rules, maintenance methods (what means should be used), eventual defects of Chauvet ST-200, and methods of problem resolution. Eventually, when one still can't find the answer to his problems, he will be directed to the Chauvet service. Lately animated manuals and instructional videos are quite popular among customers. These kinds of user manuals are effective; they assure that a customer will familiarize himself with the whole material, and won't skip complicated, technical information of Chauvet ST-200.

Why one should read the manuals?

It is mostly in the manuals where we will find the details concerning construction and possibility of the Chauvet ST-200 item, and its use of respective accessory, as well as information concerning all the functions and facilities.

After a successful purchase of an item one should find a moment and get to know with every part of an instruction. Currently the manuals are carefully prearranged and translated, so they could be fully understood by its users. The manuals will serve as an informational aid.

Table of contents for the manual

  • Page 1

    Chauvet, 3000 N 29 th Ct, Hollyw ood, FL 33020 U.S.A (800) 762-1084 – (954) 929 -1115 FAX (954) 929-5560 www.chauvetlighting.com ST -200 T echno Strobe™ 200 USER MANUAL[...]

  • Page 2

    ST-200 User Manual 2 Revision: 2004-11-02/11:23 T ABLE OF C ONTENT BEFORE YOU BEGIN ........................................................................................................................................................... 3 W HAT IS INCLUDED ..........................................................................................[...]

  • Page 3

    ST-200 User Manual 3 Revision: 2004-11-02/11: 23 B EFORE Y OU B EGIN What is included ¾ ST-200 ¾ Power cord with plug ¾ 200w Xenon lamp (Installed) ¾ Warranty Card & Manual Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received[...]

  • Page 4

    ST-200 User Manual 4 Revision: 2004-11-02/11: 23 I NTRODUCTION Features • audio sensitivity adjustment • manual strobe speed control • manual strobe intensity control • 1 year warranty Product Overview Hanging bracket Gel Holder Audio sensitivity adjustment Strobe speed adjustment Strobe intensity adjustment ¼” Phone plug for simple vari[...]

  • Page 5

    ST-200 User Manual 5 Revision: 2004-11-02/11: 23 S ETUP Lamp The xenon 200 watt lamp comes pre-installed from the factory. Warning! When replacing th e lamp , please wait 15 minutes after p owering down to allow th e unit to cool down! Always disconnect from main power prior to lamp replacement. Do not touch the envelope (glass area) of the bul b w[...]

  • Page 6

    Setup ST-200 User Manual 6 Revision: 2004-11-02/11:23 Figure 1 - Hanging Bracket Note! Clamp is sold separatel y . Mounting ORIENTATION This fixture may be mounted in any position provided there is ade quate room for ventilation. It is also possible to stand this fixture usi ng the removable feet provided. RIGGING It is important never to obstruct [...]

  • Page 7

    ST-200 User Manual 7 Revision: 2004-11-02/11: 23 O p tional Controlle r Daisy Chain Connection O PERATING I NSTRUCTIONS Operating Modes • A stand-alone mode will listen to sound and strobe to the beat. • Master/Slave output provides for unison triggering of chained strobes. STAND ALONE The Stand Alone mode is activated automatically w hen the f[...]

  • Page 8

    ST-200 User Manual 8 Revision: 2004-11-02/11: 23 A PPENDIX Maintenanc e To maintain optimum performance and minimize we ar fixtures should be cleaned frequently. Usage and environment are contributing factors in determi ning frequenc y. As a general rule, fixtures should be cleaned at least twice a month. Dust build up reduces light output perform [...]

  • Page 9

    Appendix ST-200 User Manual 9 Revision: 2004-11-02/11:23 General Troubleshooting Applies to Symptom Solution(s) Lights Foggers & Snow Controllers Dimmers & Chaser Auto shut off Check fan thermal switch reset 9 Beam is very dim or not bright Clean optical system or replace lamp Check 220/110v switch for proper setting 9 Breaker/Fuse keeps bl[...]

  • Page 10

    Appendix ST-200 User Manual 10 Revision: 2004-11-02/11: 23 Technical Specifica tions WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS Length.............................................................................................................................. 330 mm (13 in) Width .......................................................................................[...]