AVECO Abyss 2 LED Water Wave Effect User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- AVECO
Table of Contents
User Manual
Before You Begin
What Is Included
- Abyss 2 · Power Cord
- 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
| Convention | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1512 | 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 | |
| ON | A value to be entered or selected |
Symbols
| Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|
| **** | Electrical warning. Not following these instructions may cause |
electrical damage to the product, accessories, or 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.
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 Abyss 2 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
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This product is not intended for permanent installation.
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Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
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Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing the fuse.
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Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
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Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
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Never disconnect the product from power by pulling or tugging on the cord.
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If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.
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Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating.
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Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
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The voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting this product must be within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
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The product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
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Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.
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Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
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Never connect the product to a dimmer or rheostat.
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Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
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Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the handles.
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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.
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Do not open this product. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
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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
AC Power
The Abyss 2 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 a 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
- Disconnect the product from power.
- Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
- Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
- Remove the blown fuse from the holder and replace it with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.
- Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
** Disconnect the product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse.
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**
You can power link up to 7 Abyss 2 products on 120 VAC or up to 13 Abyss 2
products on 230 VAC.
**** The power linking diagram 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 Abyss 2 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.
- Make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product.
- 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, whether an elevated platform or a truss.
- When rigging the product onto a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity.
- When power linking multiple products, mount the products close enough for power linking cables to reach.
- When mounting the product on the floor, make sure that the product and cables are away from people and vehicles.
Mounting Diagram
Operation
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.
| Button | Function |
|---|---|
| Press to find an operation mode or to back out of the current menu |
option
Menu Map
Refer to the Abyss 2 product page on
www.chauvetdj.com for the latest menu map.
| Mode | Programming Levels | Description |
|---|---|---|
| DMX Mode | 3Ch | A001-512 |
| Color Wheel | C– | C–1 |
| C–2 | Magenta | |
| C–3 | Yellow |
C–4
Cyan|
C–5| Green
C–6| Orange
C–L| L000-100| Counter-clockwise rotation and speed
C–r| r000-100| Clockwise rotation and speed
Wave Effect| UAuE| Stop| No wave effect
U–L| L000-100| Counter-clockwise wave effect and speed
U–r| r000-100| Clockwise wave effect and speed
Dimmer| U–| u 0-255| Sets the output level
Infrared
Mode| SEt| on| Turns infrared on or off
oFF
Temperature| tENP| t —| Shows the current product temperature
in °C
Configuration (DMX)
The Abyss 2 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.
Starting Address and Personality
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 Abyss 2 uses
3 DMX channels, which defines the highest configurable address to 510. For
information about the DMX protocol, download the DMX Primer from
www.chauvetdj.com. To select the starting address
and personality, do the following:
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select the starting address, from A001512. - Press
.
DMX Channel Assignments and Values 3Ch
| Channel | Function | Value | Percent/Setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dimmer | 000 <=> 255 | 0-100% |
| 2 | Color wheel | 000 <=> 021 | White |
| 022 <=>042 | Magenta | ||
| 043 <=> 063 | Yellow | ||
| 064 <=> 084 | Cyan | ||
| 085 <=>105 | Green | ||
| 106 <=> 127 | Orange | ||
| 128 <=>188 | Counter-clockwise rotation, fast to slow | ||
| 189 <=>194 | Stop | ||
| 195 <=> 255 | Clockwise rotation, slow to fast | ||
| 3 | Wave effect | 000 | No function |
| 001 <=>122 | Counter-clockwise wave effect, slow to fast | ||
| 123 <=>133 | Stop | ||
| 134 <=>255 | Clockwise wave effect, fast to slow |
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.
Color Wheel
To set the color or color effect on the Abyss 2, follow the instructions
below.
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select from C–1 (white), C–2 (magenta), C–3 (yellow), C–4 (cyan), C–5 (green), C–6 (orange, C–L (counterclockwise rotation), or C–r (clockwise rotation). - Press
. - If C–L or C–r, use
or to increase or decrease the rotation speed, from 000100. 6. Press .
Wave Effect
To set the wave effect on Abyss 2, do the following:
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select from Stop (no wave effect), U–L (counter-clockwise wave effect), or U–r (clockwise wave effect). - Press
. - If U–L or U–r, use
or to increase or decrease the effect speed, from 000100. 6. Press .
Dimmer
To set the dimmer on the Abyss 2, follow the instructions below.
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to increase or decrease the dimmer, from u 0255. - Press
.
Temperature
To view the temperature of the Abyss 2 in °C:
- Press
- Press
.
IRC-6 Infrared Remote Control
The Abyss 2 is compatible with the IRC-6 infrared remote control from Chauvet. To run the Abyss 2 in IR mode, follow the instructions below.
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select from on or oFF. - Press
.
IRC-6 Operation
Color Wheel
To select a color with the IRC-6:
- Press <1> (white), <2> (magenta), <3> (yellow), <4> (cyan), <5> (green), or <6> (orange).
To set rotation direction with the IRC-6:
- Press
. - Press <+> or <-> to toggle the rotation direction.
To set rotation speed with the IRC-6:
- Press
. - Press <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the speed.
Wave Effect
To set the wave effect directly with the IRC-6:
- Press
. - Press <+> or <-> to toggle the direction.
To set the wave effect speed with the IRC-6:
- Press
. - Press <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the speed.
Dimmer
To set the dimmer with the IRC-6:
- Press <%>.
- Press <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the dimmer. Alternatively, press
to set the dimmer to 100%
Black Out
To blackout the lights with the IRC-6:
- Press
on the IRC-6. This will turn off all the lights until the button is pressed again.
NOTE: The IRC-6 will not respond to any inputs when Black Out is activated. If the product does not respond when a button is pressed, try pressing <BLACK OUT>. Black Out may have been activated.
Master/Slave Mode
The Master/Slave mode allows a single Abyss 2 product (the “master”) to
control the actions of one or more Abyss 2 products (the “slaves”) without the
need of a DMX controller. The master product will be set to operate in either
standalone mode or with the IRC-6, while the slave products will be set to
operate in slave mode. Once set and connected, the slave products will operate
in unison with the master product. Configure the products as indicated below.
Slave products:
- Press
- Press
. - Use
or to select A001. - Press
. - Connect the DMX input of the first slave product to the DMX output of the master product.
- Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave products to the DMX output of the previous slave product.
- Finish setting and connect all the slave products.
Master product:
- Set the master product to operate in standalone mode or with the IRC-6.
- Make the master product the first product in the DMX daisy chain.
- Configure all the slave products before connecting the master to the daisy chain.
- Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master.
- Do not connect more than 31 slaves to the master.
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 increase the cleaning frequency.
To clean the product, follow the instructions below:
- Unplug the product from power.
- Wait until the product is at room temperature.
- Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external surface/vents.
- Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
- Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint-free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
- Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface.
- Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.
**** Do not spin the cooling fan using compressed air because it could be
damaged.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions and Weight
| Length | Width | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 in (203 mm) | 7 in (178 mm) | 6.38 in (152 mm) | 6.2 lb (2.8 kg) |
Note: Dimensions in inches are rounded.
Power
| 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 | 80 W | 74 W |
| Operating Current | 1.1 A | 0.6 A |
| Power linking current (products) | 8 A (7 products) | 8 A (13 products) |
| Fuse | T 1 A, 250 V | T 1 A, 250 V |
| Power I/O | U.S./Worldwide | UK/Europe |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Power input connector | IEC | IEC |
| Power output connector | Edison | IEC |
| Power Cord plug | Edison (U.S.) | Local Plug |
Light Source
| Type | Color | Quantity | Power | Current | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LED | White | 1 | 60 W | 2:00 AM | 50,000 hours |
Photometrics
| Coverage | Illuminance @ 2 m |
|---|---|
| Angle 60° | 5,010 lux |
Thermal
| Maximum External Temperature | Cooling System |
|---|---|
| 104 °F (40 °C) | Fan-assisted convection |
DMX
| I/O Connector | Channel Range |
|---|---|
| 3-pin XLR | 3 |
Ordering
| Product Name | Item Code | UPC Number |
|---|---|---|
| Abyss 2 | 7051837 | 7.81E+11 |
RoHS
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
General Information
Chauvet World Headquarters
Address: 5200 NW 108th Ave.
Sunrise, FL 33351
Voice: 954-577-4455
Fax: 954-929-5560
Toll Free: 800-762-1084
Technical Support
Voice: 844-393-7575
Fax: 954-756-8015
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.chauvetdj.com
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.