CHAUVET DJ Kinta FX ILS Countless Razor Sharp Multicolor Beams User Manual

CHAUVET DJ Kinta FX ILS Countless Razor Sharp Multicolor Beams

Warranty

Limited Warranty

FOR WARRANTY REGISTRATION AND COMPLETE TERMS AND CONDITIONS PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE.
For Customers in the United States and Mexico: www.chauvetlighting.com /warranty-registration. For Customers in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, and Germany: www.chauvetlighting.eu /warranty-registration.
Chauvet warrants that this product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use, for the period specified in, and subject to the exclusions and limitations set forth in the full limited warranty on our website. This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product and is not transferable. To exercise rights under this warranty, you must provide proof of purchase in the form of an original sales receipt from an authorized dealer that shows the product name and date of purchase. THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state and country to country. This warranty is valid only in the United States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, Germany and Mexico. For warranty terms in other countries, please consult your local distributor.

Before You Begin

What Is Included

• Kinta FXI LS
• Power Cord
• User Manual

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

electrical damage to the product, accessories, or the user.
| 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.
| Laser safety 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 make, 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 2022 Chauvet & Sons, LLC. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo, ILS (patent pending), and Kinta FX ILS 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

The Safety Notes include important laser system safety information. Read and understand all instructions before powering on the laser for the first time. Knowing these safety instructions is crucial to avoiding laser eye injury and breaking the law. Keep this User Manual in a safe place for future reference.

STOP AND READ ALL LASER SAFETY DATA

• Lasers can be hazardous and have unique safety considerations. Permanent eye injury and blindness are possible if lasers are used incorrectly. Pay close attention to each safety REMARK and WARNING statement in this User Manual. Read all instructions carefully BEFORE operating this device.
• Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
• Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning.
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
•  Never disconnect the product from power by pulling or tugging on the cord.
• If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.
• 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.
• This product is not intended for permanent installation.
• Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
• The product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
• Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.
• Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
• Never connect the product to a dimmer.
• Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
• Always use the mounting bracket to carry the product.
• Do not switch the product on/off in short intervals. This will reduce the laser diode life.
• Do not shake this product. Avoid brute force when mounting or operating this product.
• ALWAYS use a safety cable when mounting the product overhead.
• The ambient operating temperature for the laser is 59 °F to 95 °F (15 °C to 35 °C). Do not operate this product outside this range.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.
• Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.

CAUTION! Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than THOSE specified IN THIS USER MANUAL may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

• Avoid direct eye contact with laser light. Never intentionally expose your eyes or others to direct laser light.
• This laser product can potentially cause instant eye injury or blindness if laser light directly strikes the eyes.
• It is illegal and dangerous to shine this laser into audience areas, where the audience or other personnel could get direct laser beams or bright reflections into their eyes.
• It is a U.S. federal offense to shine any laser at aircraft.
• To eliminate wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
• DO NOT attempt any repairs. Repairs and servicing must be carried out by a certified technician. Unauthorized modifications are forbidden for safety reasons!

Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If transferring ownership of the product to another user, be sure this document is kept with the laser.

Non-Interlocked Housing Warning

• This unit contains high power laser devices internally.
• Do not open the laser housing, due to potential exposure to unsafe levels of laser radiation.
• The laser power levels, accessible if the unit is opened, can cause instant blindness, skin burns, and fires.

Laser Safety Notes

STOP AND READ ALL THE LASER SAFETY NOTES BELOW
Laser light is different from any other light. Laser light can cause eye injury if the product is not set up and used properly. Laser light is a thousand times more concentrated than any other kind of light. This concentration can cause instant eye injuries by burning the retina (the light- sensitive portion at the back of the eye). The heat from a laser light cannot be felt, but it can still injure or blind product operators and the audience. Even very small amounts of laser light at long distances are potentially hazardous.
DO NOT assume that exposure to an individual laser beam is safe, even a tiny beam split off from a larger beam. This laser product uses dozens of milliwatts of laser power—Class 3B levels internally—and splits them into multiple beams—Class 3R levels. The individual Class 3R level beams are potentially hazardous to the eyes.
DO NOT assume that a moving laser light is safe. Laser light is never without risk. Since eye injuries can occur instantly, it is critical to prevent the possibility of ANY direct eye exposure. According to laser safety regulations, it is not legal to aim Class 3R lasers into areas where people can be exposed, even if the laser is aimed below people’s faces, such as at a dance floor.

• Do not operate the laser without first reading and understanding all the safety and technical data in this manual.
• ALWAYS set up and install all laser effects so that any laser light is at least 3 meters (9.8 feet) above the floor on which people are standing. See the Proper Usage section of this manual.
• After setup, and prior to public use, test the lasers to ensure they are functioning properly. Do not use the product if any defect is detected.
• DO NOT point lasers at people or animals.
• DO NOT look into the laser aperture or laser beams.
• DO NOT point lasers into areas where people could be exposed to them.
• DO NOT point lasers at highly reflective surfaces such as windows, mirrors, and shiny metal. Even laser reflections can be hazardous.
• Never point a laser at aircraft; this is a U.S. federal offense.
• Never point unterminated laser beams into the sky.
• Do not expose the output optic (aperture) to harsh cleaning chemicals.
• Do not use the laser if the housing is damaged, open, or if the optics appear damaged in any way.
• Never open the laser housing. The high laser power levels inside of the protective housing can start fires or burn skin, and will cause instant eye injury.
• Never leave this product running unattended.
• The operation of a Class 3R laser show is allowed only if the lasers are operated by a skilled and well-trained professional, who is familiar with the data included in this manual.
• The legal requirements for using laser entertainment products vary from country to country. The user is responsible for the legal requirements in the location/country of use.

CAUTION!

• Do not operate this device in ways not specified in this User Manual. Failure to follow the instructions will void the warranty, may damage the product, or injure the user or the audience.
•  This product cannot be discarded with household waste. Contact your local waste management service for electronic disposal regulations in your area.

Laser Safety Label Reproduction

MODEL: KINTAFXILS
ITEM CODE: 10051879
FUSE: T 1 A, 250 V
POWER LINKING: 8 A (17 UNITS @ 120 V) (33 UNITS @ 230 V)
ORIGIN: MADE IN CHINA USA / CANADA
POWER: 100-125 VAC, 60 Hz
0.5 A, 25 W WORLDWIDE
POWER: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz 0.2-0.5 A, 24 W

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED TERRE USE ONLY FUSE OF SAME TYPE & RATING .
NOT FOR HOUSEHOLD USE DRY LOCATIONS EMPLACEMENTS SECS DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE SERVICING FOR INDOOR USE ONLY
USAGE INTÉRIEUR UNIQUEMENT

WARNING
Cancer and Reproductive Harm –
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Laser Exposure Warning

LASER LIGHT AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE
Further guidelines and safety programs for safe use of lasers can be found in the ANSI Z136.1 Standard “For Safe Use of Lasers”, available from the Laser Institute of America: www.lia.org. Many local governments, corporations, agencies, military, and others, require all lasers to be used under the guidelines of ANSI Z136.1. Laser Display guidance can be obtained via the International Laser Display Association: www.ilda.com.

Laser Emission Data
As measured under IEC measurement conditions for classification.

Laser Compliance Statement
Complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 56, dated May 8, 2019. No maintenance is required to keep this product in compliance with laser performance standards.

Introduction

Product Overview

WARNING! DO NOT plug anything other than a D-Fi USB into the USB port. Doing so may cause damage to the product.

Product Dimensions

Setup

AC Power
The Kinta FX ILS 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 Technical Specifications. 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.

Fuse Replacement

1. Disconnect the product from power.

2. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.

3. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.

4. Remove the blown fuse from the holder and replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.

5. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.

   • Spare fuse holder
     (inside safety cap)

   • Installed fuse
     (held by plastic clip)

   • Safety cap

Disconnect the product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse.
Always replace a blown fuse with one of the same type and rating.

Power Linking
The product provides power linking via the outlet located in the back of the product. See the diagram below for further explanation.
Power Linking Diagram

It is possible to link up to 17 Kinta FX ILS products at 120 V or 33 products at 230 V. Never exceed this number. Power-linking cords can be purchased separately.
The power linking diagram shown above corresponds to the North American version of the product ONLY! If using the product in other markets, you must consult with the local Chauvet distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may differ in your country or region.

Mounting

Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes.

Orientation
The Kinta FX ILS must be mounted in a position that includes planning for safe laser usage. In addition, make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product.

Rigging

• Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming.
• Make sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting the product can support the product’s weight (see the Technical Specifications)
• When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the product securely to a rigging point, such as an elevated platform or a truss.
• When rigging the product onto a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity. The bracket has a 13-mm hole, which is appropriate for this purpose.
• The bracket adjustment knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming the product to the desired angle. Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually. Using tools could damage the knobs.

Mounting Diagram

• Safety cable
  (such as CH-05 from Chauvet)

• Mounting clamp

• Bracket adjustment knob (x2)

• Mounting bracket

Proper Usage
This product is for overhead mounting only. For safety purposes, Chauvet recommends mounting lighting effect products on steady elevated platforms or sturdy overhead supports using suitable hanging clamps. In all cases, use safety cables. Obtain appropriate mounting hardware from your lighting vendor. International laser safety regulations require that laser products must be operated in the fashion illustrated below, with a minimum of 3 meters (9.8 ft) of vertical separation between the floor and the lowest laser light. Additionally, 3 meters of horizontal separation is required between laser light and audience or other public spaces.

CAUTION! Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than THOSE specified IN THIS USER MANUAL may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Laser Interlock and Key
If purchased outside of North America, this product will have an interlock and key to prevent the laser from operating unless the interlock and key are both inserted and the key is turned to the ON position.
For the laser to function, you MUST DO BOTH:

• Insert the interlock

• Insert the key and turn it to the ON position
  If both are not performed, the laser WILL NOT turn on!

• Insert the interlock

• Insert AND turn the key to the ON position
  

• For illustrative purposes only
  Always turn the key to the OFF position and remove it when leaving this product unattended to prevent accidents or injuries to third parties.

Operation

This product is not designed for continual use. Make sure there are regular breaks during operation to maximize the life of the lasers. Always disconnect the Kinta FX ILS from power when not in use.

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

option
< UP>| Navigates upwards through the menu list or increases a selected numeric value
< DOWN>| Navigates downwards through the menu list or decreases a selected numeric value
< ENTER>| Enables the currently displayed menu or sets a selected value into the selected function

Menu Map
Refer to the Kinta FX ILS product page on www.chauvetdj.com for the latest menu map.

(see Colors and Programs)
Automatic program| P- –| P 1–7| Fade| Automatic programs (see Colors and Programs)
Snap
Program speed| S- –| S. 01–99| Automatic program speed
Sound-active program| Send| Snd1–7| Sound-active programs (see Colors and Programs)
Custom color|

u- –

| r000–255| Sets manual Kinta effect colors
G000–255
b000–255
U000–255
F. 00–99| Sets strobe speed, slow to fast
Infrared| Set| on| Enables/disables infrared control
of
ILS mode| ills| iLS1–4| Sets ILS mode

Configuration (DMX)
The Kinta FX ILS works with a DMX controller. Information about DMX is in the CHAUVET DMX Primer, which is available from the Chauvet website http://www.chauvetlighting.com/downloads/
DMX_Primer_rev05_WO.pdf.

DMX Personality and Starting Address
When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels the selected DMX mode uses. If the starting address is set too high, access to some of the product’s channels could be restricted.
The Kinta FX ILS uses up to 9 DMX channels in the 9-Ch mode, which defines the highest configurable address to 504.
The Kinta FX ILS uses 2 DMX channels in the 2-Ch mode, which defines the highest configurable address to 511.
For information about the DMX protocol, download the DMX Primer from www.chauvetdj.com.
To select the DMX personality and starting address, do the following:

1. Press repeatedly until 2-Ch or 9-Ch shows on the display.
2. Press .
3. Use or to increase or decrease the starting address, from d 1–511.
4. Press .
   The display will continue to blink until the fixture receives a DMX signal.

D-Fi USB Connectivity
The Kinta FX ILS is able to become a D-Fi wireless receiver/transmitter with the use of the D-Fi USB from Chauvet DJ. Simply set the product’s DMX Personality and DMX Address, set the DIP switch D-Fi receiving/transmitting channel, then plug it into the D-Fi USB port.

WARNING! DO NOT plug anything other than a D-Fi USB into the USB port. Doing so may cause damage to the product.
Once plugged in, the D-Fi USB will take over the product. Wired DMX and manual display control / menu buttons will be unavailable until you unplug the D-Fi USB. The priority levels are:

1. D-Fi USB
2. Wired DMX
3. Manual Digital Display/Menu Buttons

D-Fi USB Compatibility
The D-Fi USB can receive a DMX signal from the D-Fi Hub and the FlareCON Air 2 as well as other D-Fi USB products.

Configuration (D-Fi USB)

1. Set the DMX Personality and DMX address on the Kinta FX ILS.
2. Use the Chart provided to set BOTH:
   • The Channel, and then
   • The Receiving or Transmitting option
     

NOTE: DIP Switch 5 is for Transmitting OR Receiving, please choose carefully. D-Fi USB DIP Switch Channels.

DMX Channel Assignments and Values

2-Ch9-ChFunctionValue  –  7  Laser color(Ch. 8 must be active for strobe)000  009 – 8 Laser strobe000  009 – 9 Laser rotation000  004

2- Ch| 9- Ch| Function| Value| Percent/Setting
---|---|---|---|---
1| 1| Automatic program
(overrides Ch. 3-9)| 000 009| No function
010 044| Kinta, laser, and strobes
045 079| Kinta and strobes
080 114| Kinta and laser
115 149| Laser and strobes
150 184| Kinta only
185 219| Strobes only
220 255| Laser only
2| 2| Program speed| 000 250| Automatic program speed, slow to fast
251 255| Sound-active program
–| 3| Kinta effect color| 000 005| No function
006 020| Red
021 035| Green
036 050| Blue
051 065| White
066 080| Red and green
081 095| Red and blue
096 110| Red and white
111 125| Green and blue
126 140| Green and white
141 155| Blue and white
156 170| Red, green, and blue
171 185| Red. green, and white
186 200| Green, blue, and white
201 215| Red, green, blue, and white
216 230| Automatic 4-color chase
231 255| Automatic 7-color chase
–| 4| Kinta effect strobe| 000 005| No function
006 255| Kinta effect strobe, slow to fast
–| 5| Kinta effect motor| 000| No function
001 127| Kinta effect motor indexing
128 255| Kinta effect motor speed, slow to fast
–| 6| SMD strobes program| 000 009| No function
010 019| SMD strobes program 1, slow to fast
020 029| SMD strobes program 2, slow to fast
030 039| SMD strobes program 3, slow to fast
040 049| SMD strobes program 4, slow to fast
050 059| SMD strobes program 5, slow to fast
060 069| SMD strobes program 6, slow to fast
070 079| SMD strobes program 7, slow to fast
080 089| SMD strobes program 8, slow to fast
090 099| SMD strobes program 9, slow to fast
100 109| SMD strobes program 10, slow to fast
110 119| SMD strobes program 11, slow to fast
120 129| SMD strobes program 12, slow to fast
130 139| SMD strobes program 13, slow to fast
140 149| SMD strobes program 14, slow to fast
150 159| SMD strobes program 15, slow to fast
160 169| SMD strobes program 16, slow to fast
170 179| SMD strobes program 17, slow to fast
180 255| SMD strobes program 18, slow to fast
Percent/Setting
No function
010  049| Red
050  089| Green
090  129| Red and green
130  169| Red and strobing green
170 209| Green and strobing red
210 255| Red and green alternating strobe
No function
010 254| Laser strobe, slow to fast
255| Sound-active laser strobe
Stop
005 127| Counterclockwise rotation, slow to fast
128  133| Stop
134 255| Clockwise rotation, fast to slow

For manual operation of LEDs and lasers using DMX control, set Channel 1 to 000 009.

Configuration (Standalone)
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.

Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode 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.

Preset Kinta Effect
To run the Kinta FX ILS with a static preset kinta effect color, do the following:

1. Press repeatedly until C– shows on the display.
2. Press .
3. Use or to select the desired colors, from C 1–15. (see Colors and Programs)
4. Press .

Automatic Programs
To run the Kinta FX ILS with an automatic program, follow the instructions below.

1. Press repeatedly until P– shows on the display.
2. Press .
3. Use or to select the desired program, from P 1–7. (see Colors and Programs)
4. Press .
5. Use or to select the program mode, from FAdE (fading) or SnAP (quick change).
6. Press .

Automatic Program Speed
To set the automatic program speed of the Kinta FX ILS, do the following:

1. Press repeatedly until S– shows on the display.
2. Press .
3. Use or to increase or decrease the speed, from S. 00–99 (slow to fast).
4. Press .

Sound-Active Programs
To run the Kinta FX ILS with a sound-active program, follow the instructions below.

1. Press repeatedly until Send shows on the display.
2. Press .
3. Use or to select the desired program, from Snd1–7. (see Colors and Programs)
4. Press .
5. Turn the music on and adjust the sound sensitivity knob until the product starts responding to the beat of the music.
   • The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).
   • The laser will black out when in Sound-Active mode after 3 seconds of silence or noise below the sensitivity setting.

Colors and Programs

Custom Colors Kinta Effect
To run the Kinta FX ILS with custom color and strobe values, do the following:

1. Press repeatedly until u– shows on the display.
2. Press .
3. Use or to increase or decrease the value of the current option, from
   • r000–255 (red)
   • G000–255 (green)
   • b000–255 (blue)
   • U000–255 (white) or
   • F. 00–99 (kinta effect strobe).
4. Press to cycle to the next option.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the product is set as desired.

IRC-6 Infrared Remote Control
The Kinta FX ILS can be operated with the CHAUVET IRC-6. To enable IR wireless control, follow the instructions below.

1. Press repeatedly until Set shows on the display.
2. Press .
3. Use or to select from on or of.
4. Press .

IRC-6 Operation

Automatic Mode
To turn on automatic mode with the IRC-6:

1. Press on the IRC-6.
2. Press <1>–<7> to select the program (see Colors and Programs).

To adjust the speed of the automatic program:

1. Press on the IRC-6.
2. Press <+> or <–> to increase or decrease the speed.

Sound-Active Mode
To turn on sound-active mode with the IRC-6:

1. Press on the IRC-6.
2. Press <1>–<7> to select the program (see Colors and Programs).

Manual Control
To manually select the kinta effect color with the IRC-6:

1. Press the desired color, from (red), (green), (blue), or (white).