Chauvet LED PAR 38-18B, LED PAR 38-18C User Manual

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Use on Dimmer

Outdoor Use

Sound Activated

DMX

Master/Slave

Auto-ranging

Power Supply

Replaceable Fuse

User Serviceable

Duty Cycle

LED PAR 38-18B
LED PAR 38-18C

User Manual

3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.

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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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ................................................................................................................................................... 3

WHAT IS INCLUDED ................................................................................................................................................................................ 3

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................... 3

MANUAL CONVENTIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 3

ICONS .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 4

2. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................... 5

FEATURES ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 5

ADDITIONAL FEATURES .......................................................................................................................................................................... 5

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 5

PHOTOMETRICS .................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

PRODUCT OVERVIEW............................................................................................................................................................................. 7

3. SETUP .......................................................................................................................................................................... 8

AC POWER........................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Power Linking ........................................................................................................................................................... 8

MOUNTING............................................................................................................................................................................................ 9

Orientation ................................................................................................................................................................ 9

Rigging ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9

FIXTURE LINKING................................................................................................................................................................................. 14

Data Cabling ........................................................................................................................................................... 14

DMX Data Cable ..................................................................................................................................................... 14

Cable Connectors ................................................................................................................................................... 14

3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart .............................................................................................................................. 15

Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link .......................................................................................................................... 15

4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................... 10

DMX Operation ....................................................................................................................................................... 10

Accessing the 2 Personalities: ................................................................................................................................ 10

Master/Slave Mode (Sound-Active, Auto Mode): ..................................................................................................... 10

Strobe Speed: ......................................................................................................................................................... 10

STANDALONE OPERATION .................................................................................................................................................................... 11

Automatic ................................................................................................................................................................ 11

Sound-Active .......................................................................................................................................................... 11

Static Colors ........................................................................................................................................................... 11

FIXTURE LINKING................................................................................................................................................................................. 11

DMX CHANNEL VALUES ...................................................................................................................................................................... 12

5. APPENDIX .................................................................................................................................................................. 13

DMX PRIMER ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 13

GENERAL MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................................................................................... 13

NEVER SPIN A FAN USING COMPRESSED AIR. .......................................................................................................................................... 13

SETTING THE STARTING ADDRESS ........................................................................................................................................................ 14

GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................................................................................. 16

CONTACT US ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 16

RETURNS PROCEDURE ........................................................................................................................................................................ 17

CLAIMS .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 17

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................ 18

1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

CONVENTION

MEANING

[10]

A DIP switch to be configured

<Menu>

A key to be pressed on the fixture’s control panel

1~512

A 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 > Settings

A sequence of menu options to be followed

ON

A value to be entered or selected

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.

This paragraph contains important installation or configuration information. Failure to
comply with this information may prevent the fixture from functioning correctly.

This paragraph reminds you of useful, although not critical, information.

What is included

 1 x LED PAR 38-18 B/C
 1 x Gel Frame
 1 x Warranty Card

Unpacking Instructions

Manual Conventions

 1 x User Manual

Immediately upon receiving a fixture, 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.

CHAUVET® manuals use the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information from
the regular text.

Icons

This manual uses the following icons to indicate information that requires special attention on the part
of the user.

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Safety Instructions

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 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.

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2. INTRODUCTION

Features

3 or 7-channel DMX LED PAR can
Operating modes:

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

Available in black or chrome
High-power, 1 W (350 mA) LEDs
Additional power output: max 18 units @ 120 V
Double-bracket yoke doubles as floor stand
Includes gel frame

Product Dimensions

3-channel: RGB control

7-channel: RGB, macros, run/strobe speed, automatic/sound, dimmer

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Photometrics

The photometric readings have been provided at 1 m, 3 m, and 5 m. Below, you will find a 3-dimensional
drawing of the beam and field angles, along with lux and beam diameter for the field and beam angles.

The lux measurements provided are maximum outputs at the distances stated.

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