CHAUVET PROFESSIONAL 2 Profile Maverick Storm User Manual
- June 1, 2024
- Chauvet Professional
Table of Contents
2 Profile
User Manual
Model ID: MAVERICKSTORM2PROFILE
2 Profile Maverick Storm
Edition Notes
The Maverick Storm 2 Profile User Manual includes a description, safety
precautions, installation, programming, operation and maintenance instructions
for the Maverick Storm 2 Profile as of the release date of this edition.
Trademarks
Chauvet, Chauvet Professional, the Chauvet logo, Maverick, and Maverick Storm
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.
Copyright Notice
The works of authorship contained in this manual, including, but not limited
to, all designs, text and images are owned by Chauvet.
© Copyright 2023 Chauvet & Sons, LLC. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
Manual Use
Chauvet authorizes its customers to download and print this manual for
professional information purposes only. Chauvet expressly prohibits the usage,
copy, storage, distribution, modification, or printing of this manual or its
content for any other purpose without written consent from Chauvet.
Document Printing
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in), double-sided. If using A4 paper (210 x 297 mm), configure the printer to
scale the content accordingly.
Intended Audience
Any person installing, operating, and/or maintaining this product should
completely read through the guide that shipped with the product, as well as
this manual, before installing, operating, or maintaining this product.
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.chauvetprofessional.com.
Document Revision
This is revision 3 of the Maverick Storm 2 Profile User Manual. Go to
www.chauvetprofessional.com for the
latest version.
| Revision | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 9/2023 | USB Software Update verbiage change. Method 1 applied/ added |
revision log
Before You Begin
What Is Included
- Maverick Storm 2 Profile
- Seetronic Powerkon IP65 power cable
- 2 Omega brackets with mounting hardware
- Quick Reference Guide
Claims
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure
all the parts are in the package and are in good condition.
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 a 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 |
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.
Any reference to data or power connections in this manual assumes the use of
Seetronic IP rated cables.
**** The term “DMX” used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A
digital data transmission protocol.
Safety Notes
Read all the following safety notes before working with this product. These
notes contain important information about the installation, usage, and
maintenance of this product.
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in
this User Manual will only apply to properly trained, certified technicians.
Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs.
**** All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation
of this product.
- The luminaire is intended for professional use only.
- The luminaire should be positioned so that prolonged staring into the luminaire at a distance closer than 37.79 ft (11.5 m) is not expected.
- If the external flexible cable or cord of this luminaire is damaged, it shall be replaced by a special cord or cord exclusively available from the manufacturer or its service agent.
- The light source contained in this luminaire shall only be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similar qualified person.
- CAUTION:
- This product’s housing may be hot when operating. Mount this product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.
- When transferring the product from extreme temperature environments, (e.g., cold truck to warm humid ballroom) condensation may form on the internal electronics of the product. To avoid causing a failure, allow the product to fully acclimate to the surrounding environment before connecting it to power.
- Flashing light is known to trigger epileptic seizures. User must comply with local laws regarding notification of strobe use.
- ALWAYS:
- Disconnect from power before cleaning the product or replacing the fuse.
- When using an IP65-rated product in an outdoor environment, use IP65- (or higher) rated power and data cable.
- Replace and secure IP-rated protective covers to all power, data, USB, or other ports when not in use.
- Replace the fuse with the same type and rating.
- Use a safety cable when mounting this product overhead.
- Connect this product to a grounded and protected circuit.
- DO NOT:
- Open this product. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
- Look at the light source when the product is on.
- Leave any flammable material within 20 cm of this product while operating or connected to power.
- Connect this product to a dimmer or rheostat.
- Operate this product if the housing, lenses, or cables appear damaged.
- Submerge this product (adhere to standards for the published IP rating). Regular outdoor operation is fine.
- Permanently install outdoors in locations with extreme environmental conditions. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Exposure to a marine/saline environment (within 3 miles of a saltwater body of water).
- Locations where normal temperatures exceed the temperature ranges in this manual.
- Locations that are prone to flooding or being buried in snow.
- Other areas where the product will be subject to extreme radiation or caustic substances.
- ONLY use the hanging/mounting bracket to carry this product.
- The maximum ambient temperature is 113 °F (45 °C). Do not operate this product at higher temperatures.
- The minimum startup temperature is -4°F (-20°C). Do not start the product at lower temperatures.
- The minimum ambient temperature is -22°F (-30°C). Do not operate the product at lower temperatures.
- 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.
- In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using immediately.
**** If a Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support.
FCC Statement of Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 Part B of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
RF Exposure Warning for North America, and Australia
Warning! This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and
operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
Expected LED Lifespan
Over time, use and heat will gradually reduce LED brightness. Clustered LEDs
produce more heat than single LEDs, contributing to shorter lifespans if
always used at full intensity. The average LED lifespan is 40,000 to 50,000
hours. To extend LED lifespan, maintain proper ventilation around the product,
and limit the overall intensity.
Introduction
Description
The Maverick Storm 2 Profile fits a full armory of features into the lightest
midsized IP65 moving profile in its division. Drafted to fill designer demand
for a double-duty compact powerhouse that combines the latest Maverick series
technical achievements with the durability and versatility to perform indoors
and out. Sculpt its 28,000 lumens of output with an exquisitely sharp framing
shutter system, zoom down to a slicing 5.5 degree beam, and freely create with
a wheelhouse that includes variable CMY + CTO color mixing, color wheel with
CRI and CTB filters, static and rotating gobo wheels, five-facet prism, iris,
and frost. This Maverick weathers the storm and welcomes the sunshine with
SunShield technology that comes on with complete protection of all internal
optical components whenever the fixture powers down.
Features
- Fully featured, compact and lightweight IP65 580 W LED yoke profile fixture including CMY + CTO color mixing, a 4-blade framing shutter system with rotation, a color wheel, 10:1 zoom, a 5-facet prism wheel, 1 rotating and 1 static gobo wheel, integrated sun shield
- 16-bit dimming of master dimmer for smooth control of fades
- Variable CMY + CTO color mixing system to create a wide pallet of colors
- CRI and CTB filters on color wheel for added flexibility
- One rotating, indexing and interchangeable slot and lock gobo wheel
- One rotating static gobo wheel
- DMX, WDMX, sACN, and Art-Net for full flexibility of control options
- RDM control over DMX for fixture reporting
- 6.3° to 58.6° zoom range for variable beam sizes
- Iris, 5-facet prism and frost for beam control
- True 1 compatible power input
- Integrated sun shield for protecting the optical path from sunlight when the fixture is off
- Three setup menu presets and preset sync for cross loading to multiple like fixtures for easy shop setup
- USB slot for software uploads
- Battery backup display with auto-rotate depending on fixture orientation
Product Overview
Product Dimensions
Setup
AC Power
The Maverick Storm 2 Profile 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 specifications chart.
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.
AC Plug
The Maverick Storm 2 Profile comes with a power input cable terminated with a
Seetronic Powerkon A connector on one end and bare wire on the other end (U.S.
market). Use the table below to wire a plug.
| Connection | Wire (U.S.) | Wire (Europe) | Screw Color |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC Live | Black | Brown | Yellow or Brass |
| AC Neutral | White | Blue | Silver |
| AC Ground | Green/Yellow | Green/Yellow | Green |
Fuse Replacement
- Disconnect this product from the power outlet.
- Using a flat-head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse holder cap from the housing.
- Remove the blown fuse and replace with another fuse of the same type and rating (F 20 A, 250 V).
- Screw the fuse holder cap back in place and reconnect power.
Remote Device Management
Remote Device Management, or RDM, is a standard for allowing DMX-enabled
devices to communicate bi-directionally along existing DMX cabling. Check the
DMX controller’s User Manual or with the manufacturer as not all DMX
controllers have this capability. The Maverick Storm 2 Profile supports RDM
protocol that allows feedback to make changes to menu map options.
USB Software Update
The Maverick Storm 2 Profile allows for software updates with a USB device
using the built-in USB port. To update the software using a USB flash drive,
do the following:
-
Power on the product, and plug the flash drive into the USB port.
-
Once the flash drive has been detected, the message “USB UPDATE” will be displayed. Select YES.
-
The next screen will show the software versions available for this fixture on the USB drive. For multiple versions of the software for the same fixture, use
or to select the desired version. Press . -
The “USB UPDATE” screen will re-appear. Select YES.
It is possible to update multiple units with the USB if they are daisy chained via DMX. -
The upgrade will start. DO NOT turn off the power or disconnect the USB while the USB LED is still blinking during the process. The screen display will read: “USB Update Wait”. The update can take several minutes to complete.
• When the USB firmware is done uploading, in some fixtures, the display will change to:
“DO NOT UNPLUG, UPDATING”. -
When the update is completed, the fixture will automatically reboot.
-
Go to Fixture Information on the product’s menu map and confirm the firmware revision.
-
When the boot-up process is finished, restart the product.
**** • Place the .chl file in the root directory of the USB drive.
• The product’s USB port supports up to 32GB capacity and only works with FAT32 file format.
Turning off the power or removing the USB while the USB LED is still blinking during the update will cause partial or total firmware failure in the targeted fixture(s). If this occurs, the user will need the UPLOAD 08 device to fix this. Please contact Chauvet regarding this device.
Mounting
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations
indicated in the Safety Notes.
For the Chauvet Professional line of mounting clamps, go to
http://trusst.com/products/.
Orientation
Always mount this product in a safe position, making sure there is adequate
room for ventilation, configuration, and maintenance.
Rigging
Chauvet recommends using the following general guidelines when mounting this
product.
- Before deciding on a location for the product, make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming purposes.
- Make sure that the structure and attachment points can support the weight before hanging the product (see Technical Specifications for weight information).
- When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the product securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.
- When rigging the product onto a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity.
Procedure
The Maverick Storm 2 Profile comes with 2 Omega brackets to which the user
can directly attach mounting clamps (sold separately). Make sure the clamps
are capable of supporting the weight of this product. Use at least two
mounting points per product. For the Chauvet Professional line of mounting
clamps, go to http://www.trusst.com/products.
Mounting Diagram
Signal Connections
The Maverick Storm 2 Profile can receive a DMX, Art-Net™, or sACN, signal. The
Maverick Storm 2 Profile has two Amphenol XLRnet through ports, and 5-pin DMX
in and out ports. If using other compatible products with this product, it is
possible to control each individually with a single controller.
Control Personalities
The Maverick Storm 2 Profile uses a 5-pin DMX data connection, WDMX, Art-Net™,
or sACN for its two control personalities: Dmx Mode 32 CH and Dmx Mode 48 CH.
- Refer to the Operation chapter to learn how to configure the Maverick Storm 2 Profile to work in these personalities.
- The Control Channel Assignments and Values section provides detailed information regarding the control personalities.
**** For more information about DMX standards or the DMX cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller, download the DMX Primer from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com.
DMX Linking
The Maverick Storm 2 Profile can link to a DMX controller using a 5-pin DMX
connection or a WDMX connection. For more information about DMX, read the DMX
primer at: https://www.chauvetprofessional.com/wp-
content/uploads/2016/06/DMX_Primer.pdf.
Art-Net™ Connection
Art-Net™ is an Ethernet protocol that uses TCP/IP that transfers a large
amount of DMX512 data using an Amphenol XLRnet RJ45 connection over a large
network. An Art-Net™ protocol document is available from
www.chauvetprofessional.com.
Art-Net™ designed by and copyright Artistic Licence Holdings Ltd.
sACN Connection
Also known as ANSI E1.31, streaming ACN is an Ethernet protocol that uses the
layering and formatting of Architecture for Control Networks to transport
DMX512 data over IP or any other ACN-compatible network.
Operation
Control Panel Description
| Button | Name | Function |
|---|---|---|
| Navigates upwards through the menu list or increases the value when |
in a function
|