Chauvet Dj Lig0018383-000 Cast Tube User Manual

Cast Tube
User Manual

Before You Begin

What Is Included

• Cast Tube
• Type-C charging cable
• Hard-shell carrying bag
• Tripod
• 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.

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

Symbols

Symbol	Meaning
	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.

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 making, 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 2021 Chauvet & Sons, LLC. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo, and Cast Tube 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

• This product is not intended for permanent installation. • Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on. • Make sure the charging cord is not crimped or damaged. • Never disconnect the product from the charger by pulling or tugging on the cord. • 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. • The maximum ambient temperature is 104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate this product at higher temperatures. • In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately. • Do not open this product. It contains no user-serviceable parts. • To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via a breaker or by unplugging it.

Keep this User Manual for future use. If the product is sold to someone else, be sure that they also receive this document.

Introduction

Product Overview

Product Dimensions

Setup

DC Power
The Cast Tube comes with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that can be charged using the included type-c charging cable.

• To turn the product On, press the Power button for 4 seconds and wait until the display spells out “CHAUVET” and the menu map appears. • To turn the product Off, press the Power button for 2 seconds. • To set the product on Standby mode, press the Power button for 1 second. To go back to the menu map from Standby mode, press the Power button for 1 second.

Mounting
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes.
Orientation
The Cast Tube may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product.
Mounting Diagram

Operation

Control Panel Operation
To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the display. Refer to the Product Overview to see the button locations on the control panel.

Menu Map

Refer to the Cast Tube product page on www.chauvetdj.com for the latest menu map.

Configuration

Refer to the instructions below on how to access the different functions available for the Cast Tube:

Static Color Mode
To run the Cast Tube on a static color, follow the instructions below.

1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until Static shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <+> or <–> to choose between Fixed Color (to select an individual RGBW color or any preset RGBW color combinations) and Color Temperature (to select a preset color temperature).
4. Press <ENTER>.
5. Press <MODE> to go back to the main menu.

Automatic Program
To run a program on the Cast Tube, follow the instructions below.

1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until Auto Show shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <+> or <–> to select from automatic programs: Auto 1 (4-color fade), Auto 2 (4-color pulse), Auto 3 (15-color fade), or Auto 4 (15-color pulse).
4. Press <ENTER>.
5. Press <MODE> to go back to the main menu.

Auto Program Speed
To adjust the auto program speed on the Cast Tube, do the following:

1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until Program Speed shows on the display.
2. Use <+> or <–> to increase or decrease the program speed, from 001–to 100.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Press <MODE> to go back to the main menu.

Sound Mode
To set the Cast Tube to work on sound mode, do the following:

1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until Sound Mode shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <+> or <–> to select from sound programs: Sound 1 (4-color fade), Sound 2 (4-color pulse), Sound 3 (15-color fade), or Sound 4 (15-color pulse).
4. Press <ENTER>.
5. Press <MODE> to go back to the main menu.

Sound Sensitivity
To adjust the sound sensitivity of the Cast Tube, follow the instructions below:

1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until Sound Sensitivity shows on the display.
2. Use <+> or <–> to increase or decrease the sound sensitivity, from 001–to 100.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Press <MODE> to go back to the main menu.

Custom Color Mixing
To mix a custom color on the Cast Tube, do the following:

1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until Manual Mode shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> and one of the following will show on the display:
   • R: _ _ _ (red)
   • G: _ _ _ (green)
   • B: _ _ _ (blue)
   • W: _ _ _ (white)
3. Press <+> or <–> to cycle through the options.
4. Press <ENTER> to select a color.
5. Use <+> or <–> to increase or decrease the selected value, from 000–to 255.
6. Repeat steps 3 to 5 until the color is set as desired.
7. Press <MODE> to go back to the main menu.

Strobe
To adjust the strobe rate on the Cast Tube, do the following:

1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until Strobe Rate shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <+> or <–> to set the strobe rate, from 000–to 100.
4. Press <ENTER>.
5. Press <MODE> to go back to the main menu.

Dimmer
To set the dimmer value on the Cast Tube, follow the instructions below:

1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until Master Dimmer shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <+> or <–> to set the dimmer, from 000–to 255.
4. Press <ENTER>.
5. Press <MODE> to go back to the main menu.

IRC-6 Control
The Cast Tube is compatible with the IRC-6 remote from Chauvet. To set the Cast Tube to IR mode, follow the instructions below:

1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until IR Setting shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <+> or <–> to select between On (activates infrared function) and Off (deactivates infrared function).
4. Press <ENTER>.
5. Press <MODE> to go back to the main menu.

IRC-6 Operation

	Turns LEDs off/on
	Enables automatic programs (Use <+> and <—> to choose program)
	Adjusts the speed of auto programs (Use <+> and <—> to set speed)
	Enables Sound-Active mode
	Adjusts sound sensitivity in Sound-Active mode (Use <+> and <—> to set sound sensitivity)
	Choose a specific static color or color temperature (<0> to <9>)
	Adjusts the strobe rate (Use <+> and <—> to set strobe rate)
	Choose among fade auto program options
	Adjusts the dimmer (Use <+> and <—> to set the dimmer)
	The preset color temperature starts at 4000K
	2700K white
	3200K white
	3500K white
	4000K white
	5600K white
	6000K white
	6500K white
	7000K white
	7200K white

Maintenance

Product Maintenance

Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to a 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 increasing the cleaning frequency.
To clean the product, follow the instructions below:

1. Unplug the product from the charger.
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.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions and Weight

Note: Dimensions in inches are rounded.
Battery

Light Source

Photometrics

Thermal

Ordering

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 the returned product(s).

Contact Us

Visit the applicable website above to verify our contact information and instructions to request support.
Outside the U.S., U.K., Ireland, Mexico, France, Germany, or Benelux, contact the dealer of record