User Manual - Parts Express
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1. 7 I LM KIOIN DM SICNAL LINKING SA ete eMe 8 4 lt CE YE E OS KENN re CER 9 Control Panel Functions Od UR IM MEM EM EM EM EM EE i 9 Mon Maps smi c ah a n eu AE A ee 9 vou Metrum cc 10 E Ee 10 Master Slave Standalone Operating Modes o mono a eon Ea a p Ga una n 10 STANDALONE OPERA TION ut su DUET E 11 TI Tt O en 11 UE Lat Utd tatu am M le PR Tener eh a 11 LLL LM xe tiM Lett A IM Letti IM SETTER RST EMER 11 STON eiO 11 ECS ANNE E E PEE2. E ELA 12 T MTS 12 OG Oe Eu tlm E 12 b APPENDIX ae 13 ONA PRIME R oat 13 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING P AE ETAT 13 MEE 14 ina NE DAMM LA MAD IM ADEM EAM aN de LA LAE 14 BIDE BEIER 14 CABEEG ONNECTORS S 15 SETTING THE S FARTING ADDRESS 15 3 Pin to 5 Pin COR 16 sening UD a DMX Serial Data LINK vox sch e abe a beth d a bee d a bi dea b e debi d ab o ed abuse cd o ed ae 16 GENERALE MAINTENANGE tete ddl dnte te ede dieat dau 17 RETURNO PROCEDURE dida D eM d teen eM alten uM aat Ee 17 SD AM M M Mi EM a T 17 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 18 ele gp oU lc M 18 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What is included 1 x SlimPAR 64 1 x Power Cord 1 x Warranty Card 1 x User Manual Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving a fixture car
3. DMX IN DMX OUT SCANNET T OE Se UE Go pO CY 54 5 o Override Her 2 097 0 o Qol mo o 6 pee Ms Mo Mo Mo fo p 1 LII e Oe o norme only in DMX operation DMX controller 4 099 1 H3TIOHLNOO 05 IOIOIOI I IO Fixture 2 gt 9 Additional signal link out 7 20 2010 5 32 PM 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Control Panel Functions Access control panel functions using the four buttons located directly underneath the LED display on the control panel BUTTON FUNCTION ERU repere Used to scroll through the current operating mode as MENS well as back out of the current menu option lt UP gt Used to select increasing lt DOWN gt Used to select decreasing advancement in the value MENU DOWN ENTER lt gt Used to select value advancement in the value store it to memory The Control Panel shows the current state of the unit It is used to select the operating mode as well as the sub features For a detailed layout of the control panel functions please see the menu section below Menu Map MAIN FUNCTI
4. 22 units max gir ee E E EE eer ee eer F 1A 250 V LIGHT SOURCE 180 60 red 60 green 60 blue PHOTO OPTIC LUXO M IRR 3 640 PN 237 gf 389 THERMAL Maximum ambient 104 F 40 C ORDERING INFORMATION SLIMPAR64 WARRANTY INFORMATION WN RR ER MNT 2 year limited warranty CONTACT US World Wide General Information CHAUVET 5200 NW 108 Ave Sunrise FL 33351 voice 954 929 1115 fax 954 929 5560 toll free 800 762 1084 Technical Support CHAUVET 5200 NW 108 Ave Sunrise FL 33351 voice 954 929 1115 Press 4 fax 954 929 5560 Attention Service World Wide Web www chauvetlighting com
5. This paragraph contains important installation or configuration information Failure to comply with this information may prevent the fixture from functioning correctly VOP 1 Before You Begin This paragraph reminds you of useful although not critical information 3 7 20 2010 5 32 PM Safety Instructions 1 Before You Begin Please read these instructions carefully It includes important information about the installation usage and maintenance of this product Please keep this User Manual for future consultation If you sell the unit to another user be sure that they also receive this instruction booklet Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel of the fixture This product is intended for indoor use only To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose fixture to rain or moisture Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation at least 20 in 50 cm from adjacent surfaces Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to replace with same fuse source Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain Maximum ambient temperature Ta is 104 F 40 C Do not operate fixture at temperatures h
6. Not used Pin 5 Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link 1 Connect the male 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output female 3 pin connector of the controller 2 Connect the end of the cable coming from the controller which will have a female 3 connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a male 3 pin connector 3 Then proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on Universal DMX Controller 0 0 h a x a e e o 2 m a y This drawing provides a general illustration of the DMX input output panel of a lighting fixture Continue the link 7 20 2010 5 32 PM General Maintenance D A To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency As a general rule fixtures should be cleaned at least twice a month Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating This can lead to reduced lamp life and increased mechanical wear Be sure to power off fixture before conducting maintenance e Unplug fixture from power Use a vacuum or air compressor and a soft brush to remove dust collected on external vents e Clean all glass when the fixture is cold with a mild solution of glass c
7. LED screen Press ENTER 1 2 3 Using UP and DOWN select the desired color preset 7 2 4 Press ENTER to confirm settings Custom Static Colors This fixture has the ability to accept custom static color settings These are accessed via the control panel Please see the instructions below for further explanation 1 Press MENU until appears on the LED screen 2 Press ENTER 3 Using UP and lt DOWNs select the desired color 5 4 Press lt ENTER gt 5 Using UP and lt DOWNs select the desired color value 509 202 By selecting 33 the color will remain off 6 Press ENTER to continue to the next color 5 7 Using UP and lt DOWNs select the desired color value 509 202 By selecting 288 the color will remain off 8 Repeat steps 6 amp 7 until the desired color is obtained Press ENTER to save the final color setting This will move the selection to the following color however this is necessary to save the modification The colors are represented by the following in the menu map Red 009 199 G Green 009 190 b Blue 833 105 4 Operating Instructions 11 7 20 2010 5 32 PM DMX Channel Values 7 CH Mode CHANNEL VALUE 1 J000 e 255 2 000 lt gt 255 3 loo0 255 4 5 6 L 000 255 3 CH Mode CHANNEL VALUE 1 2 3 000 255 4 Operating Instructions FUNCTION Red Dimmer 096
8. 10096 Green Dimmer 096 10096 Blue Dimmer 0 100 Color Macros override CH 1 3 No Function Color Macros Speed CH 6 values 32 223 Slow Fast Strobe RGB mode only No Function Slow Fast Mode RGB mode Pulse effect 0 100 using RGB faders Pulse effect 100 0 using RGB faders Pulse effect 100 0 100 using RGB faders When CH 6 is set between 032 223 CH 5 controls the speed Auto fade transition Auto snap transition 3 colors Auto snap transition 7 colors Sound triggering mode Dimmer Intensity 0 100 RGB Macro modes FUNCTION Red Dimmer 0 100 Green Dimmer 0 100 Blue Dimmer 0 100 12 7 20 2010 5 32 PM 5 APPENDIX DMX Primer There are 512 channels in a DMX connection Channels may be assigned in any manner A fixture capable of receiving DMX will require one or a number of sequential channels The user must assign a starting address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the controller There are many different types of DMX controllable fixtures and they all may vary in the total number of channels required Choosing a start address should be planned in advance Channels should never overlap If they do this will result in erratic operation of the fixtures whose starting address is set incorrectly You can however control multiple fixtures of the same type using the same starting address as long as the intended result is that of unison movement or
9. ON SUB FUNCTION SELECTION SUB SELECTION INSTRUCTION 1 7 Color Switching 7 Color Fading Select between 2 switching and 2 3 Color Switching fading built in programs 3 Color Fading Use the Audio PS 7 Color sound active Adjustment Knob Select between 2 sound active 25 CIUS located on the back programs of the fixture Select 3 channel DMX mode RGB 6 Select 7 channel DMX mode RGB macros run speed strobe automatic sound dimmer Rd Select between 7 static colors The C display will read 2 67 The colors that 22 each of these represent indicated to the left This is the speed range for the 4 O EON j 5901 5120 the default range is 5959 5 switching and fading built in programs u 8 Green o Blue Combine red green and blue to create a custom static color ce A ce 4 Operating Instructions 9 7 20 2010 5 32 PM Configuring the Starting Address Each fixture requires a starting address from 1 512 A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data on the channel indicated by the starting address For example a fixture that uses seven DMX channels and is addressed to start on DMX channel 100 will read data from channels 100 101 102 103 104 105 and 106 Choose the starting addresses for each fixture so that the channels used do not overlap In addition you should note the star
10. Snapshot O lt 64 Power Supply User seven O al myoee 0 2 7 2 P t e 99 909 90 96 22022 User Man 2 tert 95 94 2 hs 11 42 Tha Tha Tha Thal tal Pe Pe 4 70a Oba Pea Oba OS Fest ea Tea tres tes ts os LI LI LI Td Ca T CX F da Au rua En Pa 6 Im 5200 NW 108 Ave Sunrise FL 33351 800 762 1084 954 929 1115 FAX 954 929 5560 www chauvetlighting com TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 BEFORE YOU BE CN T RM 3 INCU RS 3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ieee hate M E 3 CONVENTIONS ciana xD 3 CONG 3 SARETGINSESUCTIOND or E 4 2 INTRODU C TON 0 n 5 nets 5 ae oppo Db toa ote 5 PRODUC OVE Ey MR 5 3 SETUP zu EM CONES Cw ee SO A a EM a Un RORY Rat 6 tars RR 6 POWER LINKIN ETE 6
11. construct your own cable If you choose to create your own cable please use data grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference DMX Data Cable Use BeldenO 9841 or equivalent cable which meets the specifications for EIA RS 485 applications Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances The cable must have the following characteristics Type shielded 2 conductor twisted pair Maximum capacitance between conductors 30 pF ft Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield 55 pF ft Maximum resistance 20 ohms 1000 ft Nominal impedance 100 140 ohms 14 7 20 2010 5 32 PM Cable Connectors Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end DMX connector configuration COMMON cep D er TU USE OUTPUT 92 5 n m A br ett gt T HE 2 5 e x 1 NE or Lx ch Terminator To avoid signal transmission problems and interference it is always advisable to e connect a DMX signal terminator 1 120 ohm 14W resistor between pin 2 DMX and pin 3 DMX on the output of the last fixture the can cause ground loop and your fixture may perform erratically Test cable
12. e sure the line voltage to which you are connecting it is within the range of accepted voltages To determine the power requirements for a particular fixture see the label affixed to the back plate of the fixture or refer to the fixture s specifications chart A fixture s listed current rating indicates its average current draw under normal conditions variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used only Always connect the fixture to a switched circuit Never connect the fixture to a rheostat as a 0 to 100 switch Always connect the fixture to a circuit with a suitable electrical ground Power Linking This fixture contains power linking via the Edison outlet located on the back panel Please see the diagram below for further explanation N The maximum quantity of fixtures that may be linked is 22 Additional power link out Fixture 1 Fixture 3 The power linking shown in this document is for the Chauvet amp North American version ONLY Therefore it is the customer s responsibility to check with the Dealer Distributor N regarding power linking on the local version of the product Connections and availability may change depending on the power requirements and or regulations of each country region 3 Setup 6 7 20 2010 5 32 PM Mounting Orientation The SlimPAR 64 may be mounted in any safe position Rigging Be sure that the structure can support the w
13. efully unpack the carton check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and have been received in good condition Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling Save the carton and all packing materials In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing Manual Conventions CHAUVET manuals use the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information from the regular text CONVENTION MEANING 10 A DIP switch to be configured Menu A key to be pressed on the fixture s control panel 14512 range of values 50 60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen Settings A menu option not to be modified for example showing the operating mode current status MENU gt Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed ON Icons A value to be entered or selected This manual uses the following icons to indicate information that requires special attention on the part of the user ICONS MEANING This paragraph contains critical installation configuration or operation information Failure to comply with this information may render the fixture partially or completely inoperative cause damage to the fixture or cause harm to the user
14. eight of the fixture Please see the Technical Specifications section of this manual for a detailed weight listing Mount the fixture securely This may be done with a screw nut and bolt or a hanging clamp The hole in each bracket is 13 mm in size When rigging consider routine maintenance and control panel access Please see the following steps for installation e If the power link out is intended to be used with multiple fixture take into account the length of each power cable and mount the fixtures close enough to one another to accommodate for this e When aiming the fixtures you may use the bracket adjustment knob Loosen the knob adjust to the desired angle and then tighten the knob by turning clockwise Do not use tools for this step as it may cause damage e There is a secondary portion of the bracket which may be used primarily for floor standing positions e Safety cables must always be used Mounting Bracket Secondary bracket used primarily for standing position Do not use a tool on the bracket adjustment knob 3 Setup 7 7 20 2010 5 32 Signal Linking 3 Setup In order to use this fixture in a DMX or master slave operation you must daisy chain using DMX cables to link from one fixture to another BaBe B mm mms o m CE e 2 m Gey m a a 4 4 mH m mm BH m mmm mmm 9 O77 9
15. eserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace product s If you are given an RMA please include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box 1 Your name 2 Your address 3 Your phone number 4 The RMA 5 A brief description of the symptoms Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper therefore the damage must be reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise It is the customer s responsibility to notify and submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is damaged due to shipping Any other claim for items such as missing component part damage not related to shipping and concealed damage must be made within seven 7 days of receiving merchandise 17 7 20 2010 5 32 PM TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS WEIGHT amp DIMENSIONS 9 7 in 246 mm 11 1 in 282 mm 2 5 in 63 mm WoO eec PC 2 8 Ibs 1 3 kg POWER Auto ranging power 100 240 50 60 2 Power Consumption 120 17 W 0 3 max 0 2 inrush Power Consumption 230 17 W 0 1 A max 0 2A inrush Power OU OUI
16. igher than this In the event of a serious operating problem stop using the unit immediately Never try to repair the unit by yourself Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center Never connect the device to a dimmer pack Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord Never carry the fixture directly from the cord Always use the hanging mounting bracket Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on 4 7 20 2010 5 32 PM 2 INTRODUCTION Control Features 23or 7 channel DMX 512 slim LED par can e Operating modes 3 channel RGB control 7 channel RGB macros run strobe speed automatic sound dimmer Static colors and RGB color mixing with or without DMX controller Built in automated programs via master slave or DMX with variable speed Built in sound activated programs via master slave or DMX Pulse effect with adjustable speed Additional Features e Low profile lights are 2 5 deep Power linking max 22 units Double bracket yoke doubles as floor stand Product Overview Control Panel Microphone Sensitivity Microphone Adjustment Knob DMX In DMX Out Power In Power Out 2 Introduction 5 7 20 2010 5 32 PM 3 SETUP AC Power This fixture runs on 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Before powering on the unit mak
17. l terminator as suggested e Install amplifier right after fixture with strong signal Install an optically coupled DMX splitter after unit 32 e Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights e Wrong DMX addressing e Long cable Low level signal Loss of signal e Too many fixtures e Interference from AC wires If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions please contact CHAUVET Technical Support 13 7 20 2010 5 32 PM Fixture Linking D You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX controller or to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a master slave operating mode The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fixtures the data link can support Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line To comply with the EIA 485 standard no more than 32 fixtures should be connected on one data link Connecting more than 32 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal Maximum recommended serial data link distance 500 m 1640 ft Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link 32 Data Cabling 5 Appendix To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables You can purchase CHAUVET certified DMX cables directly from a dealer distributor or
18. leaner or Isopropyl Alcohol and a soft lint free cotton cloth or lens tissue e Apply solution to the cloth or tissue and drag dirt and grime to the outside of the lens e Gently polish optical surfaces until they are free of haze and lint The cleaning of external optical lenses and or mirrors must be carried out periodically to optimize light output Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates Damp smoky or particularly dirty surroundings can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the unit s optics Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid Clean the external optics at least every 20 days Clean the fixture at least every 30 60 days Always dry the parts carefully after cleaning them Never spin a fan using compressed air Returns Procedure Claims 5 Appendix Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing call tags will not be issued Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandize Authorization Number RMA Products returned without the RMA will be refused Call CHAUVET and request an RMA prior to shipping the fixture Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return Be sure to pack fixture properly any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the customer s responsibility As a suggestion proper UPS packing or double boxing is always a safe method to use CHAUVETO r
19. operation In other words the fixtures will be slaved together and all respond exactly the same DMX fixtures are designed to receive data through a serial Daisy Chain A Daisy Chain connection is where the DATA OUT of one fixture connects to the DATA IN of the next fixture The order in which the fixtures are connected is not important and has no effect on how a controller communicates to each fixture Use an order that provides for the easiest and most direct cabling Connect fixtures using shielded two conductor twisted pair cable with three pin XLR male to female connectors The shield connection is pin 1 while pin 2 is Data Negative S and pin 3 is Data positive S General Troubleshooting 5 Appendix SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S POSSIBLE ACTION S Check total load placed on the Breaker Fuse electrical circuit keeps blowing e Short circuit along the power e Check for a short in the electrical wires wiring internal and or external Device does not e No power e Check for power on Mains power up Loose power cord e Check power cord e Check Control Panel and unit addressing Damaged DMX cables Check DMX cables Fixture is not Wrong polarity settings on the Check polarity switch settings on responding to DMX controller the controller Loose DMX cables Check cable connections Faulty DMX interface Replace DMX input Faulty Main PCB Replace Main PCB e Non DMX cables Use only DMX compatible cables e Bouncing signals e Instal
20. s with an ohm meter to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not 1 Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture s chassis ground Grounding grounded or shorted to the shield or each other Setting the Starting Address This DMX mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device Each fixture requires a start address from 1 512 A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data on the channel indicated by the start address For example a fixture that uses six DMX channels and was addressed to start on DMX channel 100 would read data from channels 100 101 102 103 104 and 105 Choose start addresses so that the channels used do not overlap and note the start address selected for future reference If this is your first time addressing a fixture using the DMX control protocol we suggest jumping to the Appendix section and reading the heading DMX Primer It contains very useful information that will help you understand its use 5 Appendix 15 7 20 2010 5 32 PM 5 Appendix 3 Pin to 5 Pin Conversion Chart 3 pin adapter The chart below details a proper cable conversion If you use a controller with a 5 DMX output connector you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 PIN TO 5 PIN CONVERSION CHART Conductor 3 Pin Female Output 5 Pin Male Input Ground Shield Pin 1 Pin 1 Data signal Pin 2 Pin 2 Data signal Pin 3 Pin 3 Not used Pin 4
21. ting address selected for future reference The SlimPAR 64 uses seven or three DMX channels If this is your first time using DMX we recommend reading the DMX Primer section in the Appendix DMX Operation This is the operating mode which will allow for control with an external DMX controller You must set the starting address for this mode If this is your first time using DMX then it is recommended that you refer to the DMX Primer section in the Appendix of this manual 1 Press MENU until 2 24 or 2 24 appears on the LED screen 2 Press ENTER 3 Using UP and lt DOWNs select the desired DMX address 2222 570 Master Slave Standalone Operating Modes This is the operating mode which will allow one fixture to act as the master and control all of the other slave fixtures You must set both the master and the slave s fixtures to the correct mode for this operation Master Settings 1 Connect the fixtures with DMX cables as shown in the Fixture Linking section 2 Use any one of the standalone modes for the master unit This includes 8 and 9 Slave Settings T 1 Press MENU until 3 7 or appears on the LED screen 2 Press ENTER 3 Using UP and lt DOWNs set the DMX address to 690 4 Press ENTER Although any fixture in the DMX daisy chain may be set to master it is advisable to set the master as the first fixture in the line Only one fi
22. xture may be set to master Do not connect a DMX controller to the daisy chain for this operating mode It does not matter which DMX mode is selected for the slave fixtures Either mode will be effective IJ By BJ BY 4 Operating Instructions 10 7 20 2010 5 32 PM Standalone Operation Automatic This fixture has preprogrammed chases These are accessed via the control panel The speed may be adjusted for the chases Please see the instructions below for further explanation 1 Press MENU until 2 appears on the LED screen 2 Press ENTER 3 Using UP and lt DOWNs select the desired program 272 27 4 Press ENTER 5 Press MENU until appears on the LED screen 6 Using UP and lt DOWNs select the desired program speed 522 500 7 Press ENTER to confirm settings Sound Active This fixture has preprogrammed sound triggered chases These are accessed via the control panel The microphone sensitivity may be adjusted using the audio adjustment knob Please see the instructions below for further explanation 1 Press MENU until 72 appears on the LED screen Press ENTER 2 3 Using UP and lt DOWNs select the desired program 25 26 4 Press ENTER to confirm settings Preset Colors This fixture has preprogrammed static color presets These are accessed via the control panel Please see the instructions below for further explanation Press MENU until appears on the
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