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Appendix
Q-Scan 150 & Q-Roll 150 User Manual 16 2005-11-15/13:23
General Troubleshooting
Applies to
Symptom Solution(s)
Lights
Foggers
& Snow Controllers
Dimmers
& Chaser
Auto shut off Check fan thermal switch reset
Beam is very dim or not
bright
Clean optical system or replace lamp
Check 220/110v switch for proper setting
Breaker/Fuse keeps
blowing
Check total load placed on device
Chase is too slow Check users manual for speed adjustment
Device has no power Check for power on Mains.
Check device’s fuse. (internal and/or external)
Fixture is not responding Check DMX Dip switch settings for correct addressing
Check DMX cables
Check polarity switch settings
Fixture is on but there is
no movement to the
audio
Make sure you have the correct audio mode on the control
switches. If audio provided via ¼” jack, make sure a live audio
signal exists
Adjust sound sensitivity knob
Lamps cuts off
sporadically
Possible bad lamp or fixture is overheating.
Lamp may be at end of its life.
Light will not come on
after power failure
Some discharge lamps require a cooling off period before the
electronics in the fixture can kick start it again, wait 5 to 10
minutes before powering up
Loss of signal Use only DMX cables
Install terminator
Note: Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black
lights.
Motor movements are
jerky or jumpy
Possible bad motor driver or sensors
Check polarity switch on controller
Moves slow Check 220/110v switch for proper setting
No flash Re-install bulb, may have shifted in shipping
No light output Check slip ring & brushes for contact
Install bulb
Call service technician
Relay will not work Check reset switch
Check cable connections
Remote does not work Make sure connector is firmly connected to device
Stand alone mode All CHAUVET lighting fixtures featuring stand-alone functions
do not require additional settings, simply power the fixture and
it will automatically enter into this mode
Unit wobbles when
rotating
Check for damages possibly incurred during shipping