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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN  
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Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC  
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Warranty Card  
Quick Reference Guide  
What is  
Power Cord  
Included  
Thread Reducing Adapter  
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check that all the parts are in the package  
and are in good condition.  
Unpacking  
Instructions  
If the box or any of the contents appear damaged from shipping, or show signs of  
mishandling, save all packaging and file a claim with the carrier immediately, do not  
notify CHAUVET®. Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately or failure to have  
all packaging available for inspection may invalidate your claim.  
Claims  
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. For  
information on contacting CHAUVET®, see the Contact Us section of this manual.  
Convention  
1–512  
Meaning  
Text  
Conventions  
A range of values  
50/60  
Settings  
A set of values  
A menu option  
Menu > Settings  
<ENTER>  
ON  
A sequence of menu options  
A button to be pressed  
A value to be entered or selected  
Symbol  
Meaning  
Symbols  
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not  
following these instructions can make the product not work, cause  
damage to the product, or cause harm to the operator.  
Important installation or configuration information. The product  
might not function correctly if this information is not used.  
Useful information.  
The information and specifications contained in this User Manual are subject to change  
without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or  
omissions, and reserves the right to revise or recreate this manual at any time. The  
Disclaimer  
latest  
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manual  
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© Copyright 2014 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved.  
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of America.  
Author  
Date  
Editor  
A. Leon  
Date  
L. Henry  
12/30/13  
1/2/14  
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Use on Dimmer  
Outdoor Use  
Sound-Activated  
DMX  
Auto Programs  
P
P
x
x
P
Product at a  
Glance  
Auto-ranging Power Supply  
Replaceable Fuse  
User-Serviceable  
P
P
x
Master/Slave  
P
These notes include important information about the mounting, use, and maintenance of  
this product. Read these notes before using the product.  
Safety Notes  
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Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.  
Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.  
Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning it or replacing  
the fuse.  
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Never disconnect the product from the power source by pulling or tugging on the  
cord.  
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If mounting the product overhead, always secure it using a safety cable.  
Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when it is  
operating.  
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Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.  
Do not touch the product’s housing when the product is operating because the  
housing can be very hot.  
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This product is not intended for permanent installation.  
The product is for indoor use only! It is rated at IP20.  
To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.  
Always make sure that the voltage of the power source to which the product is  
connected is within the range stated on the sticker or rear panel of the product.  
Never connect the product to a dimmer or rheostat.  
Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.  
Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, and leave at least  
20 in (50 cm) between the product and adjacent surfaces.  
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Always use the handles to carry this product.  
The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) in which the product can be used is  
104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate the product at higher temperatures.  
Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.  
Never carry the product by the power cord or any moving part.  
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.  
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Keep this User Manual for future reference. If you sell the product to another user, be  
sure to give this manual to the next owner.  
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2. INTRODUCTION  
Overview  
Manual Zoom  
Knobs  
Yoke  
Handles  
Ventilation Fans  
IR Sensor  
Indicator  
Light  
LCD  
Display  
Control  
Buttons  
Fuse  
Holder  
DMX In  
Power In  
Back Panel View  
DMX Out  
Power Out  
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Dimensions  
9.4 in  
240 mm  
13 in  
330 mm  
7.1 in  
180 mm  
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3. SETUP  
The Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC has an auto-ranging power supply that works  
with an input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.  
AC Power  
To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and  
wiring), use the values listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to  
the product’s Specifications. The listed current rating indicates the product’s average  
current draw under normal conditions.  
The Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC can be power linked via the IEC and Edison  
outlets in its base.  
Always connect the product to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make  
sure circuit has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution  
or fire.  
Never connect the product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer, even if the  
rheostat or dimmer serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.  
1. Make sure product is not connected to a power source.  
2. Place the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot in the fuse holder.  
3. Turn the screwdriver counterclockwise and the fuse holder will come loose.  
4. Pull the fuse holder out of the product.  
Fuse  
Replacement  
5. Pull the blown fuse out of the fuse holder.  
6. Place a new fuse of the exact same type and rating into the fuse holder.  
7. Insert the fuse holder into the product.  
8. Place the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot in the fuse holder.  
9. Turn the screwdriver clockwise and the fuse holder will tighten into place.  
Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse.  
Use only the fuse listed in the Technical Specifications section or on the  
specifications sticker on the product.  
A spare fuse is not included.  
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The product provides power linking via the Edison/IEC outlet located in the back of the  
unit.  
Power  
Linking  
1st Product  
2nd Product  
3rd Product  
Power Linking  
Diagram  
Additional Products  
You can power link up to 5 Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC units on 120 V or up  
to 9 Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC units on 230 V.  
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  
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Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations in the Safety  
Notes section.  
Mounting  
The Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC can be mounted in any position, but make sure  
the placement allows adequate ventilation for the product, and allows for movement of  
the yoke and head in any direction.  
Orientation  
Be sure to place the product in a location that allows easy access to it for maintenance  
and programming, and enough space around the product for ventilation.  
Rigging  
Make sure that the structure or surface onto which the product will be mounted can  
support the product’s weight. For more information see the Technical Specifications  
section.  
When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable and make sure the  
product is attached securely.  
When mounting the product on a truss or pipe, use a mounting clamp with the  
appropriate weight capacity. CHAUVET® has a full range of mounting clamps. See  
The rubber feet serve as floor supports. When placing the product on the floor, make  
sure that the product and cables are away from people and vehicles.  
Mounting Clamp  
(such as CLP-15 or CLP-15N from CHAUVET®)  
Safety Cable  
(such as CH-05 from  
CHAUVET®)  
Threaded Mounting Hole  
Secure the safety cable  
size M12 on bottom panel  
using the pass-through on  
the bottom of the product  
Mounting  
Diagram  
Fan and Ventilation Slots  
(ensure adequate space for  
ventilation)  
Handles on  
both sides  
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4. OPERATION  
Manual Zoom  
The manual zoom lens sets the size of the light beam in a range from 14° to 58°. Moving  
the zoom lens deeper into the product makes the light beam wider. The lens can be  
Lens adjusted when the product is turned off or when it is turned on and emitting light, but do  
not adjust the zoom lens while it is moving.  
To adjust the manual zoom lens, do the following:  
1. Make sure the product is not moving.  
2. Grab the two manual zoom knobs gently.  
3. Slide the lens back and forth to achieve the desired beam size.  
The product can be made to be stationary and emit light by using DMX controls.  
For more information, see the Configuration DMX.  
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The control panel is used to set the operating mode, and the configuration settings of the  
product. Use the 4 buttons underneath the LCD display to access the control panel and  
Control  
Panel navigate the menu map. For specific instructions see the Configurations sections below.  
Button  
<MENU>  
<UP>  
<DOWN>  
<ENTER>  
Function  
Enters into, or backs out of, the current menu option  
Scrolls up the list of options or selects a higher value  
Scrolls down the list of options or selects a lower value  
Activates a selected menu or value  
Menu  
Address  
Value  
001–512  
Description  
Sets the DMX starting address  
Menu Map  
14CH  
7CH  
Auto01—Auto16  
DMX  
Auto  
Sets DMX personality  
Sets Auto mode  
Run Mode  
Sound  
Slave  
IR  
Sets Sound mode  
Sets Slave mode  
Sets infrared control  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
540  
360  
180  
270  
180  
90  
Normal pan operation  
Reverse pan operation  
Normal tilt operation  
Pan  
Reverse  
Tilt Reverse  
Pan Angle  
Reverse tilt operation  
Sets the 540° pan angle range  
Sets the 360° pan angle range  
Sets the 180° pan angle range  
Sets the 270° tilt angle range  
Sets the 180° tilt angle range  
Sets the 90° tilt angle range  
Tilt Angle  
P/T Speed  
Fans  
Normal  
Fast  
Slow  
Sets the panning/tilting speed  
Sets fan speed to be triggered  
according to temperature  
Sets fan speed to full  
Display turns off after inactivity  
Display stays on after inactivity  
Normal display  
Auto  
Full  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
Setup  
Display  
Screen Rev  
Upside-down display  
Square  
I Squa  
SCurve  
Linear  
Fast  
Dimmer  
Curve  
Sets the dimmer curve mode  
Sets the dimmer speed  
Dimmer  
Speed  
Smooth  
RED  
GREEN  
BLUE  
WHITE  
001—100  
Reset  
Color  
Balance  
Sets color balance (100255)  
Sensitivity  
Sets sound sensitivity  
Resets the product  
Factory Set  
Loads factory defaults  
Ver  
Shows the current software version,  
running mode, DMX address and  
product’s temperature  
Running Mode  
DMX Address  
Temperature  
Sys Info  
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To set the product in DMX mode for control with a DMX controller, do the following:  
1. Make sure the product is plugged into a power source.  
Configuration  
(DMX)  
2. Connect the male end of a DMX cable to the DMX output socket of the DMX  
controller and the female end of the same cable to the DMX input socket on the  
product.  
Set the DMX starting address and personality by following the directions below.  
When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels  
needed for the selected DMX personality. Choosing a starting address that is too high can  
restrict access to some of the product’s channels.  
DMX Starting  
Address  
The Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC uses either 7 or 14 channels, depending on the  
personality. The highest configurable DMX address in 7-channel mode is 506. The  
highest configurable DMX address in 14-channel mode is 499.  
For more information about DMX download the CHAUVET® DMX Primer from the  
To set the DMX starting address, do the following:  
1. If the display shows a number from 001–512, go to step 5.  
2. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
3. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight Address.  
4. Press <ENTER>. A number from 001–512 will show on the display.  
5. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to change the number to the desired DMX starting address.  
6. Press <ENTER> to select the DMX starting address.  
The Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC has 2 DMX personalities: a 7-channel personality  
and a 14-channel personality.  
DMX  
Personalities  
To set the DMX personality, do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Run Mode icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Run Mode options will show on the display.  
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight DMX.  
5. Press <ENTER>. A green dot will show on the DMX option line and the characters  
7CH or 14CH will show in green.  
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to switch between 7CH and 14CH.  
7. Press <ENTER> to select the DMX personality shown.  
After the DMX starting address and personality have been set, there will be a delay  
of 30 seconds before the display automatically returns to showing the current DMX  
address and the DMX personality.  
If the display goes blank after 30 seconds, it is because the Display option is set to  
OFF. To set the Display option to ON go to Menu > Setup > Display and change the  
value to ON. For more information see the Display ON/OFF.  
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DMX Channel Assignments and Values  
Channel  
Function  
Pan  
Tilt  
Value  
Percent/Setting  
0 to 540°  
0 to 270°  
Pan/Tilt (fast to slow)  
No function  
Color 1  
Color 2  
Color 3  
Color 4  
Color 5  
7CH  
1
2
3
000 ó 255  
000 ó 255  
000 ó 255  
000 ó 004  
005 ó 009  
010 ó 014  
015 ó 019  
020 ó 024  
025 ó 029  
030 ó 034  
035 ó 039  
040 ó 044  
045 ó 049  
050 ó 054  
055 ó 059  
060 ó 064  
065 ó 069  
070 ó 074  
075 ó 079  
080 ó 084  
085 ó 089  
090 ó 094  
095 ó 099  
100 ó 104  
105 ó 109  
110 ó 114  
115 ó 119  
120 ó 124  
125 ó 129  
130 ó 134  
135 ó 139  
140 ó 144  
145 ó 149  
150 ó 154  
155 ó 159  
160 ó 164  
165 ó 169  
170 ó 174  
175 ó 179  
180 ó 201  
202 ó 207  
Speed  
Color 6  
Color 7  
Color 8  
Color 9  
Color 10  
Color 11  
Color 12  
Color 13  
Color 14  
Color 15  
Color 16  
Color 17  
Color 18  
Color 19  
Color 20  
4
Colors  
Color 21  
Color 22  
Color 23  
Color 24  
Color 25  
Color 26  
Color 27  
Color 28  
Color 29  
Color 30  
Color 31  
Color 32  
Color 33  
Color 34  
No function  
Clockwise color change (fast to slow)  
Stop (color stays in the current color)  
Counter-clockwise color change  
(slow to fast)  
208 ó 229  
230 ó 234  
235 ó 249  
250 ó 255  
No function  
Color jump (fast to slow)  
Sound colors  
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Channel  
5
Function  
Dimmer  
Value  
Percent/Setting  
7CH (cont.)  
000 ó 255  
000 ó 019  
020 ó 024  
025 ó 064  
065 ó 069  
070 ó 084  
085 ó 089  
090 ó 104  
105 ó 109  
110 ó 124  
125 ó 129  
130 ó 144  
145 ó 149  
150 ó 164  
165 ó 169  
170 ó 184  
185 ó 189  
190 ó 204  
205 ó 209  
210 ó 224  
225 ó 229  
230 ó 244  
245 ó 255  
000 ó 007  
008 ó 023  
024 ó 039  
040 ó 055  
056 ó 071  
072 ó 087  
088 ó 103  
104 ó 119  
120 ó 135  
136 ó 151  
152 ó 167  
168 ó 183  
184 ó 199  
200 ó 215  
216 ó 231  
232 ó 247  
248 ó 255  
0 to 100%  
Closed  
Open  
Strobe effect (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Fast on, slow off (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Slow on, fast off (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Random shutter (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Random fast on, slow off (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Random slow on, fast off (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Pulse effect 1 (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Pulse effect 2 (decreasing speed)  
Open  
6
Shutter  
Gradually on and off (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Pulse effect 3 (decreasing speed)  
Open  
No function  
Auto movement macro 1  
Auto movement macro 2  
Auto movement macro 3  
Auto movement macro 4  
Auto movement macro 5  
Auto movement macro 6  
Auto movement macro 7  
Auto movement macro 8  
Sound movement macro 1  
Sound movement macro 2  
Sound movement macro 3  
Sound movement macro 4  
Sound movement macro 5  
Sound movement macro 6  
Sound movement macro 7  
Sound movement macro 8  
Movement  
Macros  
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Channel  
Function  
Pan  
Fine Pan  
Tilt  
Fine Tilt  
Speed  
Red  
Green  
Blue  
Value  
Percent/Setting  
14CH  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
000 ó 255  
000 ó 255  
000 ó 255  
000 ó 255  
000 ó 255  
000 ó 255  
000 ó 255  
000 ó 255  
000 ó 255  
000 ó 004  
005 ó 009  
010 ó 014  
015 ó 019  
020 ó 024  
025 ó 029  
030 ó 034  
035 ó 039  
040 ó 044  
045 ó 049  
050 ó 054  
055 ó 059  
060 ó 064  
065 ó 069  
070 ó 074  
075 ó 079  
080 ó 084  
085 ó 089  
090 ó 094  
095 ó 099  
100 ó 104  
105 ó 109  
110 ó 114  
115 ó 119  
120 ó 124  
125 ó 129  
130 ó 134  
135 ó 139  
140 ó 144  
145 ó 149  
150 ó 154  
155 ó 159  
160 ó 164  
165 ó 169  
170 ó 174  
175 ó 179  
180 ó 201  
202 ó 207  
208 ó 229  
230 ó 234  
235 ó 249  
250 ó 255  
0 to 540°  
Fine control of panning  
0 to 270°  
Fine control of tilting  
Pant/Tilt speed (fast to slow)  
0 to 100%  
0 to 100%  
0 to 100%  
White  
0 to 100%  
No function  
Color 1  
Color 2  
Color 3  
Color 4  
Color 5  
Color 6  
Color 7  
Color 8  
Color 9  
Color 10  
Color 11  
Color 12  
Color 13  
Color 14  
Color 15  
Color 16  
Color 17  
Color 18  
Color 19  
Color 20  
Color 21  
Color 22  
Color 23  
Color 24  
Color 25  
Color 26  
Color 27  
Color 28  
10  
Colors  
Color 29  
Color 30  
Color 31  
Color 32  
Color 33  
Color 34  
No function  
Clockwise color change (fast to slow)  
Stop (color stays in the current color)  
Counter-clockwise color change (slow to fast)  
No function  
Color jump (fast to slow)  
Sound colors  
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Channel  
11  
Function  
Dimmer  
Value  
Percent/Setting  
14CH (cont.)  
000 ó 255  
000 ó 019  
020 ó 024  
025 ó 064  
065 ó 069  
070 ó 084  
085 ó 089  
090 ó 104  
105 ó 109  
110 ó 124  
125 ó 129  
130 ó 144  
145 ó 149  
150 ó 164  
165 ó 169  
170 ó 184  
185 ó 189  
190 ó 204  
205 ó 209  
210 ó 224  
225 ó 229  
230 ó 244  
245 ó 255  
000 ó 009  
010 ó 014  
015 ó 049  
050 ó 054  
055 ó 059  
060 ó 069  
070 ó 074  
075 ó 079  
080 ó 084  
085 ó 089  
090 ó 094  
095 ó 099  
100 ó 104  
105 ó 109  
110 ó 114  
115 ó 119  
120 ó 124  
125 ó 129  
130 ó 134  
135 ó 139  
140 ó 144  
145 ó 255  
0 to 100%  
Closed  
Open  
Strobe effect (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Fast on, slow off (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Slow on, fast off (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Random shutter (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Random fast on, slow off (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Random slow on, fast off (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Pulse effect 1 (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Pulse effect 2 (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Gradually on and off (decreasing speed)  
Open  
Pulse effect 3 (decreasing speed)  
Open  
No function  
12  
Shutter  
Blackout while panning/tilting  
No function  
Reset pan  
Reset tilt  
No function  
Reset all  
No function  
Reverse pan/tilt  
Reverse pan  
Reverse tilt  
Cancel reverse pan  
Cancel reverse tilt  
Cancel reverse pan/tilt  
Pan/Tilt normal speed  
Pan/Tilt fast speed  
Pan/Tilt slow speed  
Fan (full speed)  
Fan (auto)  
Control  
Functions  
13  
Dimmer, fast  
Dimmer, smooth  
No function  
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Channel  
Function  
Value  
Percent/Setting  
14CH (cont.)  
000 ó 007  
008 ó 023  
024 ó 039  
040 ó 055  
056 ó 071  
072 ó 087  
088 ó 103  
104 ó 119  
120 ó 135  
136 ó 151  
152 ó 167  
168 ó 183  
184 ó 199  
200 ó 215  
216 ó 231  
232 ó 247  
248 ó 255  
No function  
Auto movement macro 1  
Auto movement macro 2  
Auto movement macro 3  
Auto movement macro 4  
Auto movement macro 5  
Auto movement macro 6  
Auto movement macro 7  
Auto movement macro 8  
Sound movement macro 1  
Sound movement macro 2  
Sound movement macro 3  
Sound movement macro 4  
Sound movement macro 5  
Sound movement macro 6  
Sound movement macro 7  
Sound movement macro 8  
Movement  
Macros  
14  
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Configuration  
(Standalone)  
Use standalone configurations to operate the product without a DMX controller.  
Never connect a product operating in a standalone mode (Sound, Auto, or IR) to a  
DMX chain that includes a DMX controller. Products in standalone mode can  
transmit DMX signals that interfere with the DMX signals from the controller  
Sound mode sets the product to respond to sounds and music.  
To set the product to Sound mode, do the following:  
Sound Mode  
1. Make sure the product is connected to a power source and not connected to a DMX  
controller.  
2. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
3. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Run Mode icon.  
4. Press <ENTER>. The Run Mode options will show on the display.  
5. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to highlight the Sound option.  
6. Press <ENTER>. A green dot will show on the Sound option line and the product  
will begin reacting to sound.  
The product will respond only to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).  
If the product is not responding to sound, increase the sensitivity. For more  
information see the Sensitivity Setting below.  
Auto mode sets the product to 1 of 16 preset movement patterns and color changes.  
To set the product to Auto mode, do the following:  
Auto Mode  
1. Make sure the product is connected to a power source and not connected to a DMX  
controller.  
2. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
3. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Run Mode icon.  
4. Press <ENTER>. The Run Mode options will show on the display.  
5. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Auto option.  
6. Press <ENTER>. A green dot will show on the Auto option line, the current Auto  
mode will show up in green letters, and the product will begin moving and emitting  
light.  
7. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to cycle through the 16 Auto modes.  
8. Press <ENTER>> to select one of the 16 Auto modes.  
IR mode allows the product to be controlled with an infrared remote controller. The  
IRC-6 can remotely set the product to various modes; adjust the color, speed and  
sensitivity; and set the strobe.  
IR Mode  
To set the product to IR mode, do the following:  
1. Make sure the product is plugged into a power source and not connected to a DMX  
cable.  
2. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
3. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Run Mode icon.  
4. Press <ENTER>. The Run Mode options will show on the display.  
5. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to highlight the IR option.  
6. Press <ENTER>. A green dot will show on the IR option line and the product will  
begin moving and emitting light.  
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IRC-6 Operation  
Be sure the IRC-6 remote is pointing directly at the product and there is nothing in  
between the remote and the product.  
Some of the buttons on the remote work differently than what is indicated on their  
labels. For example:  
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<MANUAL> controls the white color in the LEDs.  
<A>, <UV>, and <W> control the Blackout function.  
Please read the next section carefully.  
The list below describes which features each button controls.  
·
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<BLACKOUT> - Turns LEDs on and off.  
<AUTO> - Activates Auto mode. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to cycle through Auto  
modes.  
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<SOUND> - Activates Sound mode.  
<STROBE> - Activates the strobe. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to cycle through  
strobe speeds.  
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<SPEED> - Adjusts the movement speed. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to cycle  
through movement speeds.  
<SENSITIVITY> - Adjusts sound sensitivity. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to cycle  
through sound sensitivity levels.  
<%> - Adjusts the brightness of the LEDs. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to increase  
or decrease the brightness of the LEDs.  
<MANUAL> - Adjusts the white color in the LEDs. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to  
increase or decrease the white color in the LEDs.  
<FADE/SNAP> or <FADE> - Adjusts the speed and type of color fades. Press the  
button to switch between fade and snap color changes. Use <+> and <-> to increase  
or decrease the speed of the color changes.  
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<R> - Adjusts the red color in the LEDs. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to increase or  
decrease the red color in the LEDs.  
<G> - Adjusts the green color in the LEDs. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to increase  
or decrease the green color in the LEDs.  
<B> - Adjusts the blue color in the LEDs. Use the <+> and <-> buttons to increase or  
decrease the blue color in the LEDs.  
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<+> - Increases values for controls as described above.  
<-> - Decreases values for controls as described above.  
<0><9> - Activates specific Auto modes. Can be used as a shortcut for the  
combination of the <AUTO> button and the <+> and <-> buttons.  
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Master/Slave mode allows a single Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC (the master) to  
control the actions of one or more Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRCs (the slaves)  
Configuration  
(Master/Slave) without a DMX controller.  
In Master/Slave mode the master is set to operate in Auto mode, Sound mode, or IR  
mode and the slaves are set to operate in Slave mode.  
The master and slaves are daisy chained though the DMX input and output ports with  
the master at the beginning of the chain. Once set and connected, the slaves will  
operate identically to, and in unison with, the master.  
Always put the male DMX connector into the master. Do not connect to the DMX In  
port on the master.  
Never connect more than 31 slaves to the master.  
Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX daisy chain of master and slaves.  
Configure all the slaves before connecting the master to the DMX daisy chain.  
Configure the slaves for Slave mode before or after they are put in position, and before  
they are daisy chained to the master.  
Configuring the  
Slaves  
To configure a slave, do the following:  
1. Make sure the product is connected to a power source.  
2. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
3. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Run Mode icon.  
4. Press <ENTER>. The Run Mode options will show on the display.  
5. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Slave option.  
6. Press <ENTER>. A green dot will show on the Slave option line.  
Configure the master after all the slaves are connected to it and configured.  
To configure the master, do the following:  
Configuring the  
Master  
1. Make sure the product is connected to a power source and connected to all the  
slaves.  
2. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
3. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Run Mode icon.  
4. Select any of the Standalone modes as described in Configuration (Standalone).  
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The Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC can be customized with settings such as for  
movement, speed, display, and fan operation. Below are instructions for all the settings  
Configuration  
(Settings) available in the Setup menu.  
Reversing the pan movement is useful when 2 lights are facing each other and they both  
need to turn toward the same direction.  
Pan Reverse  
To reverse the pan movement do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.  
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Pan Reverse option.  
5. Press <ENTER>. The words ON or OFF will show in green.  
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to switch between ON and OFF.  
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.  
Reversing the tilt movement is useful when 2 lights are facing each other and they need  
to point towards the same space between them.  
Tilt Reverse  
Pan Range  
Tilt Range  
To reverse the tilt movement do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.  
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Tilt Reverse option.  
5. Press <ENTER>. The words ON or OFF will show in green.  
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to switch between ON and OFF.  
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.  
Setting the pan angle range is useful when there is an area of the room that the  
Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC should not illuminate.  
To set the range of the Pan movement, do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to highlight the Setup icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.  
4. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to highlight the Pan Angle option.  
5. Press <ENTER>. The three digits to the right will show in green.  
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select 180, 360, or 540.  
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.  
Setting the tilt angle range is useful when there is an area of the room that the  
Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 250 IRC should not illuminate.  
To set the range of the tilt movement, do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.  
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Tilt Angle option.  
5. Press <ENTER>. The three digits to the right will show in green.  
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select 90, 180, or 270.  
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.  
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The movement, or pan and tilt speed, can be adjusted and will affect the speed of the  
Auto and Sound modes.  
Movement  
Speed  
To set the pan and tilt speed, do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.  
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the P/T Speed option.  
5. Press <ENTER> and Normal, Fast, or Slow will show in green.  
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired speed.  
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.  
The fans in the unit can be set to Full to remain on or set to Auto to run only when the  
product is hot enough to need a fan.  
Fan Operation  
To set the fans to Full or Auto, do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.  
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Fans option.  
5. Press <ENTER>. The words Full or Auto will show in green.  
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to switch between Full and Auto.  
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.  
The display can be set to stay on permanently (ON), or to go off (OFF) when the menu  
is not being used.  
Display ON/OFF  
If the display is set to ON, it will remain in any given menu for 30 seconds of inactivity, and  
then it will return to a home screen that shows the product’s current mode and DMX address.  
If the display is set to OFF, it will remain in any given menu for 30 seconds of inactivity,  
and then it will go blank and show nothing.  
To set the display ON or OFF, do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to highlight the Setup icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.  
4. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to highlight the Display option.  
5. Press <ENTER>. The words ON or OFF will show in green.  
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to switch between ON and OFF.  
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.  
If the display is set to OFF, it will come back on when the IRC-6 is used or when any  
menu button is pressed; however, it will not come on when it receives DMX control.  
The display can show the screen in two directions, one for when the fixture is standing  
and one for when it is mounted upside-down.  
Display  
Orientation  
To set the display orientation, do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.  
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Screen Rev option.  
5. Press <ENTER>. The words ON or OFF will show in green.  
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to switch between ON (upside-down display) and  
OFF (normal display).  
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.  
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The dimming curve can be adjusted to change how the light brightens and dims. If the  
factory default is not a suitable setting, and the dimming curve of this light needs to  
match more closely to that of another light, adjust this setting as follows.  
Dimming Curve  
Dimming Speed  
Color Balance  
To adjust the dimming curve, do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.  
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Dimmer Curve option.  
5. Press <ENTER> and Square, I Squa, SCurve, or Linear will show in green.  
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the desired option.  
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.  
The dimming speed can be adjusted to change how quickly the light brightens and dims.  
If the factory default is not a suitable setting, and the dimming speed of this light needs  
to match more closely to that of another light, adjust this setting as follows.  
To adjust the dimming speed, do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.  
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Dimmer Speed option.  
5. Press <ENTER> and Fast or Smooth will show in green.  
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to switch between Fast and Smooth.  
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.  
The color balance setting is used to set the white color of the product. This setting  
affects only the color of the white light of the LED. The red, green, and blue colors will  
remain the same.  
To adjust the color balance, do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.  
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Color Balance option.  
5. Press <ENTER>. The product will begin emitting light and the Color Balance  
options will show on the display.  
6. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the color to be adjusted.  
7. Press <ENTER>. The number to the right will show in green  
8. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select a value between 100 and 255. The higher the  
number, the more of the color is included in the white setting.  
9. Press <ENTER> to select the value setting.  
10. Repeat steps 6 through 9 to adjust the remaining colors until the desired white color  
is emitted from the product.  
Upon entering the color balance menu, the product will emit a white light. After  
exiting the color balancing menu, the product will return to the currently selected  
operations mode. If there is no activity for 30 seconds, the product will exit the  
color balance menu and return to the currently selected operations mode.  
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The sensitivity setting adjusts the sensitivity of the product’s microphone. If the product  
is not responding to the beat of the music in Sound mode, set the sensitivity to a higher  
number until the product responds.  
Sensitivity  
To adjust the sensitivity setting, do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.  
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Sensitivity option.  
5. Press <ENTER>. The number to the right will show in green.  
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select a sensitivity level. The least sensitive is 1 and the  
most sensitive is 100.  
7. Press <ENTER> to select the setting.  
Resetting will restart the product. It does not change any settings. Resetting is a helpful  
troubleshooting tool, and can be used if the product has stopped responding to control,  
or if the control system has suffered a failure.  
Reset  
To reset the product, do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.  
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Reset option.  
5. Press <ENTER>. The product will immediately reset.  
Resetting to factory defaults will clear out all customized settings and return thee  
settings to the factory defaults. Resetting to factory defaults can be used if the product is  
behaving inconsistently.  
Reset to Factory  
Defaults  
To reset the product to factory default settings, do the following:  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Setup icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The Setup options will show on the display.  
4. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Factory Set option.  
5. Press <ENTER>. The product will immediately reset to factory default settings.  
To see the product’s current software version, running mode, DMX address and  
temperature, do the following:  
System  
Information  
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4 icons show on the display.  
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to highlight the Sys Info icon.  
3. Press <ENTER>. The current information about the product will show on the display.  
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5. TECHNICAL INFORMATION  
Dust build-up on the lens reduces light output. Dust build-up on the body and fans can  
cause overheating and mechanical wear, which can reduce the usable life of the  
Product  
Maintenance product.  
To maintain optimum performance and minimal wear in a normal environment, clean the  
product at least twice a month. If the environment is particularly dusty, clean the product  
more often.  
For best results follow the suggestions listed below:  
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Never clean the product when it is plugged into a power source.  
Only clean the product when it is at room temperature.  
Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on  
the external surfaces and in the vents.  
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Use a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol to clean  
all the external optics and glass or transparent surfaces.  
Apply the cleaning solution directly to a soft, lint-free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning  
tissue.  
Gently wipe dirt and grime to the outside edges of the external optics and glass or  
transparent surfaces.  
Gently polish the external optics and glass or transparent surfaces until they are  
free of haze and lint.  
Always dry the external optics and glass/transparent surfaces carefully after  
cleaning them.  
Do not spin the cooling fans while blowing compressed air into them.  
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6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  
Length  
Width  
9.4 in (240 mm)  
Height  
Weight  
Dimensions and  
Weight  
7.1 in (180 mm)  
13 in (330 mm)  
12.2 lb (5.6 kg)  
Note: Dimensions in inches are rounded to the nearest decimal digit.  
Power Supply Type  
Range  
Voltage Selection  
Switching (internal)  
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz  
Auto-ranging  
Parameter  
Consumption  
Operating current  
Fuse  
120 V, 60 Hz  
193 W  
230 V, 50 Hz  
173 W  
Power  
1.5 A  
0.8 A  
F 5 A, 250 V  
F 5 A, 250 V  
Power I/O  
US/Canada  
IEC  
UK/Worldwide  
IEC  
Power input connector  
Power output connector  
Power cord plug  
Edison (US)  
Edison (US)  
N/A  
Local plug  
Power linking current (units)  
8 A (5 units)  
8 A (9 units)  
Type  
Power  
Lifespan  
Light Source  
LED  
20 W  
50,000 hours  
Color  
Quantity  
Current  
RGBW  
7
3.7 A  
Parameter  
Illuminance @ 2 m (14°)  
Illuminance @ 2 m (58°)  
Zoom angle  
14,520 lux  
2,348 lux  
Photo Optic  
14° to 58°  
Strobe rate  
0–20 Hz  
Pan and Tilt  
540° pan  
270° tilt  
Pan/Tilt ranges  
180°/360°/540° pan ranges  
90°/180°/270° tilt ranges  
Maximum External Temp.  
Cooling System  
Thermal  
DMX  
104 °F (40 °C)  
Fan-cooled  
I/O Connectors  
Connector Type  
Channel Range  
3-pin XLR  
Sockets  
7 or 14  
Product Name  
Item Code  
Item Number  
Ordering  
Intimidator™ Wash Zoom  
250 IRC  
08010788  
781462211363  
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RETURNS  
To return a product or request support:  
General Info  
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In the U.S., contact CHAUVET® World Headquarters (see below).  
In the UK or Ireland, contact CHAUVET® Europe Ltd. (see below).  
In Mexico, contact CHAUVET® Mexico (see below).  
In any other country, DO NOT contact CHAUVET®. Contact your distributor. See  
www.chauvetlighting.com for distributors outside the U.S., United Kingdom,  
Ireland, or Mexico.  
If you live outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, or Mexico, contact your  
distributor of record and follow their instructions on how to return CHAUVET®  
products to them. Visit our website for contact details.  
Call the corresponding CHAUVET® Technical Support office and request a Return  
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product. Be prepared  
U.S., UK,  
Ireland, and to provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the reason for  
the return.  
Mexico  
You must 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:  
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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  
returned product(s).  
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WORLD HEADQUARTERS - CHAUVET®  
Contact  
Us  
General Information  
Technical Support  
Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue  
Sunrise, FL 33351  
Voice:  
(954) 577-4455 (Press 4)  
Fax:  
(954) 756-8015  
Voice:  
Fax:  
(954) 577-4455  
(954) 929-5560  
Email:  
Toll free: (800) 762-1084  
UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND - CHAUVET® Europe Ltd.  
General Information  
Technical Support  
Address: Unit 1C  
Brookhill Road Industrial Estate  
Pinxton, Nottingham, UK  
NG16 6NT  
Voice:  
Fax:  
+44 (0)1773 511115  
+44 (0)1773 511110  
MEXICO - CHAUVET® Mexico  
General Information  
Technical Support  
Address: Av. Santa Ana 30  
Parque Industrial Lerma  
Lerma, Mexico C.P. 52000  
Email:  
World Wide Web www.chauvet.com.mx  
Voice:  
+52 (728) 285-5000  
Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, or Mexico, contact your dealer. Follow their instructions to request  
support or to return a product. Visit our website for contact details.  
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