Lamp Setup, Lam p In stall at ion | Chauvet 250 instruction

SETUP

LAMP

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To ensure the longest and most efficient use of the lamp always wait between 10 and 15 minutes before re-applying power after a shutdown.

Failure to do so could result in premature aging of the lamp and failure to the electronics that drive it.

Lamp Setup

You will need to install a lamp prior to the initial operation of the fixture. A HSD250 high intensity discharge lamp is included.

Warning!	When replacing the lamp, please wait 15 minutes after powering down to allow the
	unit to cool down! Always disconnect from main power prior to lamp replacement.
	Do not touch the envelope (glass area) of the bulb with bare hands. If this happens, clean the lamp
	with alcohol and wipe it with a lint free cloth before installation.
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1.Remove screws labeled X, Y and Z and pull out lamp socket plate.

2.If replacing the lamp, remove old lamp first.

3.Holding the new lamp by its base, align the pins on the lamp with the small hole in the socket and insert the lamp squarely until the retaining clips on the lamp socket secure the lamp tightly.

4.Clean the glass/envelope of the bulb with an alcohol wipe or equivalent.

5.Holding the lamp socket plate, insert the tip of the lamp into the fixture with extreme care. Navigate the lamp all the way until it reaches the reflector and the lamp base plate touches the bottom plate of the fixture.

6.Align the screw holes and fasten the screws back onto the lamp socket plate.

7.Turn the fixture on and adjust the lamp alignment screws until the brightest most even area of the beam is in the center of your spot. It may be necessary for you to use a controller in order to command the fixture to display a white beam on a flat surface with no colors.

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250 specifications

The Chauvet 250 is a powerful and versatile lighting fixture designed for both professional and amateur lighting applications. Known for its impressive performance and innovative features, the Chauvet 250 has gained popularity in the entertainment industry, particularly in theatrical, concert, and event settings.

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