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1. ee 14 FAS Ih aja 2 ER CHR TERES 14 BEG MOUSE sisti dri dro d D EA E EE rh E rh e EP rh e e d e E rh e e e 14 JEn ioo RER ES 15 5 APPENDIX ET 16 GENT PENANG 16 BI RIA e e EE EE 17 FIXTURE LINKING DAISY G BAIN ee Ba a a A a aa A D a nee 17 Psp NO SRI u Ne a 17 NNN 17 CABLE CONNEC Ree 18 SETTING THE STARTING ADDRESS eee en le ee RU D 18 3 Pin to 5 Pin Conversion Chart ea ______ cata 19 sening UD a DMX Daisy Nr 19 GENERAEMAINTENANGE AE 20 20 SETENE DEN E EN 20 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Neas Kapt buete bien Soi Slot ben 21 CONTAG TANG aan uit agan aa aa EE SQUE 22 CHAUVET 2010 All Rights Reserved Information and specifications in this User Manual are subject to change without notice CHAUVET assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual Author Anthony Chiappone Revision 01 Release Date 11 23 2010 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What is included 1 x SlimPAR Pro VW 1 x Hanging bracket 1 x Gel Holder 1 x Power Cord 1 x Warranty Card 1 x User Manual Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving a fi2. Intertek Vm 7 W User Manual SIimPAR PRO VW Valve Innovation Performance TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN nannnnnnnananennnnnnnnnvnvnvnvnvnvnnnnnnnnnnsnsnsnsnsenenenensnsnenenenenensnsnsnnnnnvnvnvnvnvnnnnnnannnnnsnsnsennnnennennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 3 MN 3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS eee 3 VUES DESTIN Ge o SEERE stabi std ed ee te le lacus cel el A 3 ICONS ere 3 e E a Ga D Ge area 4 2 INTRODUCTION WENG en 5 FOTOS 6 S GOETUB RES ERS bt LES LE bd EB TER had br Ro ne ER D Male 7 AC POWER eee eee ee 7 POWER ENKI AT yes 7 MON Mm 8 8 is M EEE ws fda JE dar ER SEN na bce eaten na dea aca za EK a uaa EINER 8 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS unnnnnnnnnnnvnvavavavavavnvnvnvnvnvnnsrnrsrnrsrsrsnsnsnnnsnnnunununnnunvnvnvnvnvnvnvavavavavavavnvnvnvnvnvnvnvnvnnnnnvnnnnnnnnn 10 CONFIGURING THE STARTING ADDRESS nn nn ordei o dci reci eno on noon rp on Uu ic 10 ENRON 10 MEN 11 GE NE NE SEE E 12 BVA OD CYANO a _ 12 Master Slave Mode Sound Active Auto Mode inner 12 Eee 13 AUO aO a a UU 13 Color Temperature FNS 13 CT AN OF aa aaa san Gc ces pete tUa UC se I M ag MI UM IM D RM DI TE 13 DIC HANNE 2 NER
3. function 010 255 1 20 Hz slow fast Auto Program 000 051 No Function 052 lt gt 101 1 102 amp 152 Auto 2 153 203 Auto 3 204 lt gt 254 4 255 255 Auto 5 6 Auto Program Speed only when CH 7 is between 052 255 000 lt gt 255 0 100 slow fast Dimmer Speed 000 lt gt 051 Default dimmer speed 052 amp 101 Linear dimmer 102 152 Non linear dimmer 1 153 amp 203 Non linear dimmer 2 204 amp 255 Non linear dimmer 3 4 Operating Instructions 15 11 24 2010 4 15 PM 5 PPENDIX General Troubleshooting 5 Appendix D SYMPTOM Breaker Fuse keeps blowing Device does not power up Fixture is not responding to DMX Loss of signal No power Loose power cord POSSIBLE CAUSE S Excessive circuit load Short circuit along the power wires Wrong DMX addressing Damaged DMX cables Wrong polarity settings on the controller Loose DMX cables Faulty DMX interface Faulty Main PCB Non DMX cables Bouncing signals Long cable Low level signal Too many fixtures Interference from AC wires POSSIBLE ACTION S Check total load placed on the electrical circuit Check for short in the electrical wiring internal and or external Check for power on Mains Check power cord Check Control Panel and unit addressing Check DMX cables Check polarity switch settings on the controller Check cable connections Replace DMX
4. aa Ma a aba a EE EE on ane 25 Te 44 COLOR TEMPERATURE INNO STD EIE 2 300 K 6 300 K INDOOR OUTDOOR Fe For indoor use only THERMAL Maximum ambient temperature 104 F 40 C CONTROL amp PROGRAMMING BAINS ESS UR D NEN PNE locking 3 pin XLR male socket locking 3 pin XLR female socket PH COMM QULANON vr pin 1 shield pin 2 pin 3 PYOUOCOIS rn ee reellen eah DMX 512 USITT DMX Channels user configurable Us 2 3 7 ORDERING INFORMATION SIMPAR PIONEER nine SPPVW WARRANTY INFORMATION Werner een 2 year limited warranty CONTACT Us World Wide General Information Technical Support World Wide Web CHAUVET 5200 NW 108 Ave Sunrise FL 33351 voice 954 929 1115 fax 954 929 5560 toll free 800 762 1084 CHAUVET 5200 NW 108 Ave Sunrise FL 33351 voice 954 929 1115 Press 4 fax 954 929 5560 Attention Service www chauvetlighting com
5. fixture at temperatures higher 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 11 24 2010 4 15 PM 2 INTRODUCTION 2 Introduction 5 11 24 2010 4 15 PM Product Overview Control Panel LED Display DMX In Power In DMX Out Fuseholder Bracket Power Out Adjustment Knob Bracket Adjustment Knob Safety Hanging Bracket 2 Introduction 6 11 24 2010 4 15 PM 3 SETUP AC Power This fixture is auto ranging and runs on 100 240 50 60 Hz power To determine the power requirements for 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 rhe
6. input Replace Main PCB Use only DMX compatible cables Install terminator as suggested Install amplifier right after fixture with strong signal Install an optically coupled DMX splitter after unit 432 Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions please contact CHAUVET Technical Support 11 24 2010 4 15 PM DMX Primer There are 512 channels in DMX connection fixture capable of receiving DMX will require one or number of sequential channels The user must assign 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 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 operation In other words the fixtures will all respond exactly the same DMX fixtures are designed to receive data through daisy chain daisy chain connection 15 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
7. no effect on how 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 DMX data 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 Fixture Linking Daisy Chain D You will need daisy chain to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX controller to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to master slave operating mode The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on daisy chain determines the number of fixtures the data link can support comply with the EIA 485 standard do not connect more than 32 fixtures on one daisy chain Connecting more than 32 fixtures on one daisy chain without the use of a DMX optically isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal Maximum recommended cable distance 500 m 1640 ft Maximum recommended number of fixtures on daisy chain 32 Data Cabling 5 Appendix To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables You can purchase CHAUVET certified DMX cables directly from dealer distributor or construct your own cable If you choose to create your own cable please use data grade cables that can carry high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference DMX Data Cable Use Belde
8. 10 4 15 PM Operation 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 Please see the instructions below to operate the fixture in this mode Plug DMX controller into the fixture in daisy chain configuration Press MENU until the following appears on the LED screen PERS Press lt ENTER gt Using UP amp lt DOWN gt select the desired personality CH 3 08 amp TH Press lt ENTER gt Press lt MENU gt until 8882 appears on the LED screen Press lt ENTER gt Using UP amp DOWN select the desired DMX starting address 888 85 2 Press ENTER Mo MU OD OI dcs T em Only connect 32 fixtures to single daisy chain Master Slave Mode Sound Active Auto Mode This mode allows a single unit the master to operate in one of the standalone modes while one or more fixtures slaves synchronize their responses to the master Master The master fixture may be set in any of the STANDALONE modes listed in this user manual Slave 1 Set the slave fixture s to DMX mode at starting address 001 Only connect 31 slave fixtures when operating this mode 4 Operating Instructions 12 11 24 2010 4 15 PM Standalone This fixture h
9. as several options for operating without a DMX controller Access these options via the control panel on the back of the fixture Automatic This fixture has preprogrammed chases that may be triggered without controller Access these chases via the control panel on the back of the fixture Please see the instructions below for details on entering this mode Remove any DMX controller from the fixture Press MENU to select Auto Program 8 Press lt ENTER gt Using UP amp lt DOWN3 gt select one of the 5 programs Press lt ENTER gt Press lt MENU gt until 588875 88 appears on the LED screen Press lt ENTER gt Using UP lt DOWN3 gt select the desired run speed slow fast Press lt ENTER gt DIDI AND Color Temperature Preset This fixture has preprogrammed static color temperature presets that may be triggered without a controller Access these chases via the control panel on the back of the fixture Please see the instructions below for details on entering this mode Remove any DMX controller from the fixture Press MENU to select Color Temperature Preset mode lt Press lt ENTER gt Using UP lt DOWN3 gt select one of the nine presets Press lt ENTER gt E Custom Color Temperature This fixture has the ability to accept custom static color temperature setting Access this the control panel Please see the instructions below for further explana
10. intenance and control panel access Please see the following notes on 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 s Loosen the knob s adjust to the desired angle and then tighten the knob s by turning clockwise Do not use tools for this step as it may cause damage Use the rubber feet to support the fixture in a sitting position Safety cables must always be used 7 4 E Adjustment Knob Bracket Adjustment Knob Q Safety Y 8 11 24 2010 4 15 Lens Assembly Replacement The SlimPAR Pro VW has an option available to replace the secondary LED optics or lens assembly This will alter the beam and field angles of the fixture The wide angle lens assembly is installed at the factory The narrow lens assembly is available as an optional accessory Please see the steps below for instructions on replacing the lens assembly in the SlimPAR Pro VW 1 Remove the four Allen screws from the front trim ring with glass of the fixture Use a 3 metric Allen wrench for this step 2 After removing screws the front cover will come off Remove it 3 You now have access to the lens assembly Use a Philips 2 screwdriver to remove the four sc
11. irrors 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 4 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 will be refused Call CHAUVET and request an RMA prior to shipping the fixture Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and 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 CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace product s If you are given 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 brief description of the sy
12. mptoms 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 20 11 24 2010 4 15 PM TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS WEIGHT amp DIMENSIONS ERE EE RT 3 4 in 87 mm NMA esse 10 1 in 256 mm ae aj A E ENENG EE EE OE Res 11 2 in 285 mm Weich unseren 6 3 Ibs 2 8 kg POWER AUS TAN NG anne NR kak Kak aa nana aa a ajaa aa pana aa aaa cite 100 240 50 60 Hz Power consumption 120 39 W 0 6 max 0 3 inrush Power consumption 230 39 W 0 3 A max 0 4 A inrush edes Dead EMT Ea IMMER E MUI MEI E UE 22 units max LIGHT SOURCE TD eso pet dum festes high powered LED ee ie le 36 18 warm white 18 cool white Rega 1 W 350 mA 50 000 hrs PHOTO OPTIC NARROW OPTIONAL IO P 8 750 1m Bean ander NC PCT 17 Fed are DE 36 PHOTO OPTIC WIDE INSTALLED EE RE M 6 050 1m Beam ande Are EE ai ab aki
13. nO 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 17 11 24 2010 4 15 PM Cable Connectors Cabling must have male XLR connector on one end and female XLR connector on the other end DMX configuration 7 p OJ 2 2 INPUT 85 05 3 9 OUTPUT e NUR Ban Nuus Terminator To avoid signal transmission problems 2 and interference it is always advisable to connect DMX signal terminator 1 3 2 120 ohm 14W resistor x between pin 2 DMX and pin 3 DMX on output of the last fixture the can cause ground loop and your fixture perform erratically Test cables with an ohm meter to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not D 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 unive
14. nput 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 a x a e e o 2 und rm m This drawing provides general illustration of the DMX input output panel of a lighting fixture Continue the link 11 24 2010 4 15 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 vacuum or air compressor and soft brush to remove dust collected on external vents e Clean all lenses when the fixture is cool with a mild solution of glass cleaner or Isopropyl Alcohol and a 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 m
15. ostat as a 0 to 100 switch N Always connect the fixture to a circuit with a suitable electrical ground Power Linking This fixture contains power linking via the Edison outlet located in front of the power input cable Please see the diagram below for further explanation The maximum quantity of SlimPAR Pro VW that may be linked is 22 Fixture 1 Fixture 2 Fixture 3 Additional power link out 0000 00000000000000000009 66060 00000000000000000009 The power linking shown in this document is for the CHAUVET North American version ONLY Therefore it is the customer s responsibility to check with the Dealer Distributor regarding power linking 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 7 11 24 2010 4 15 PM 3 Setup Mounting Orientation The SlimPAR Pro VW may be mounted in any position provided there is adequate room for ventilation Rigging Be sure that the structure can support the weight of the fixture Please see the Technical Specifications section of this manual for detailed weight listing Mount the fixture securely This may be done with a screw nut and bolt or hanging clamp The hole in each bracket is 13 mm in size When rigging consider routine ma
16. rews that hold it in place 4 Carefully remove the lens assembly The LEDs will now be exposed Use caution to prevent damage 5 Place the new lens assembly in the fixture and reinstall the four Philips 42 screws 6 Put the front cover in place and reinstall the four Allen screws Allen screw Allen screw Allen screw Allen screw Lens assembly Front cover 3 Setup 9 11 24 2010 4 15 PM 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Configuring the Starting Address The SlimPAR Pro VW fixture uses 7 DMX channels in its maximum setting In this DMX configuration personality the highest channel that the fixture may be set to in order to function properly is 506 Any address higher than this will prevent access to all of the channels while in this mode however if you desire to use one of the other DMX channels configurations personalities please consider the total DMX channels when selecting a DMX address If this is your first time using DMX we recommend reading the DMX Primer section in the Appendix Control Panel Functions Access control panel functions using the four buttons located directly underneath the LED display on the included wired remote BUTTON FUNCTION Used to scroll through the current operating mode SMENUS as well as back out of the current menu option Used to select a move to ENTER gt the right in the menu map and select a value and store it to memory Used to select increa
17. rm to the user This paragraph contains important installation or configuration information Failure to comply with this information may prevent the fixture from functioning correctly 1 Before You Begin This paragraph reminds you of useful although not critical information 3 11 24 2010 4 15 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 location with adequate ventilation at least 20 in 50 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 40 C Do not operate
18. rsal 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 18 11 24 2010 4 15 PM 5 Appendix 3 Pin to 5 Pin Conversion Chart 3 pin adapter The chart below details a proper cable conversion 4 If you use controller with 5 DMX output connector you will need to use 5 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 Pin2 Pin2 Data signal Pin 3 Pin 3 Not used Pin 4 Not used Pin 5 Setting up a DMX Daisy Chain 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 pin connector to the i
19. sing lt UP gt advancement in the value MENU ENTER UP DOWN lt DOWN gt Used to select decreasing advancement in the value mode as well as the sub features For detailed layout of the control panel functions 4 The Control Panel shows the current state of the unit It is used to select the operating please see the menu map section 4 Operating Instructions 10 11 24 2010 4 15 PM MAIN FUNCTION SELECTION SUB SELECTION DESCRIPTION DMX Address DMX starting address selection 7 channel operating mode 3 channel operating mode warm cool white color Personality PERS temperature mixing with dimmer ek 2 channel operating mode warm cool white color temperature mixing Dimming curve off Dimming curve dim 1 Dimming curve dim 2 Dimming curve dim 3 White 1 White 2 White 3 White 4 White 5 White 6 White 7 White 8 White 9 8255 Combine warm and cool white to create custom static 3255 color temperature mix 5825 Strobe speed 888 strobe Dimming Curve E 2 ec Us o er en 0 010 Color Temperature e Preset 69 0 ee vo Custom Static Color v f 20 8 8 8 61916 Program selection Auto Program 3 5000 5 06 Run speed There is no strobing in the following modes and For full function control use 7 Channel DMX mode 4 Operating Instructions 11 11 24 20
20. tion Press lt MENU gt until appears on the LED screen Press lt ENTER gt Using UP and lt DOWNs select the desired color Press lt ENTER gt Using UP and lt DOWNs select the desired color value 888 185 By selecting 888 the color will remain off Press ENTER to continue to the next color amp 4 Using UP and lt DOWN gt select the desired color value 888 89 Continue until the desired mix is obtained The order of colors is warm white and cool white Press lt ENTER gt to continue to the strobe setting 0 Using UP and lt DOWN gt select the desired strobe value 888 88 By selecting 888 the strobe function will remain off 11 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 ID zd o 4 Operating Instructions 13 11 24 2010 4 15 PM DMX Channel Values 2 CH Mode CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION 1 Warm White 000 255 10 100 2 Cool White 000 gt 255 0 100 3 CH Mode CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION 1 Master Dimmer 000 255 10 100 Warm White 000 255 0 100 3 Cool White 000 lt gt 255 10 100 4 Operating Instructions 14 11 24 2010 4 15 PM 7 CH Mode CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION 1 Master Dimmer 000 amp 255 0 100 2 Warm White 000 lt 255 0 100 3 Cool White 000 lt gt 255 0 100 Strobe 000 009
21. xture carefully 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 lt Menu gt key to be pressed on the fixture s control panel 1 512 range of values 50 60 set of values of which only one can be chosen Settings menu option not to be modified for example showing the operating mode current status MENU gt Settings 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 ha
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