TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before you Begin ............................................................................. 3
What is Included ............................................................................................ 3
Unpacking Instructions .................................................................................. 3
Text Conventions .......................................................................................... 3
Icons .............................................................................................................. 3
Safety Notes .................................................................................................. 4
2. Introduction ...................................................................................... 5
Product Overview .......................................................................................... 5
3. Setup ................................................................................................. 6
AC Power ...................................................................................................... 6
Power Linking......................................................................................................... 6
Mounting ....................................................................................................... 7
Orientation ............................................................................................................. 7
Rigging ................................................................................................................... 7
4. Operation .......................................................................................... 8
Control Panel Operation................................................................................ 8
Menu Map ..................................................................................................... 8
Configuration (DMX) ..................................................................................... 9
Starting Address ..................................................................................................... 9
Configuration (Standalone) ........................................................................... 9
Sound Active Mode ................................................................................................ 9
Automatic Mode ..................................................................................................... 9
Static Mode .......................................................................................................... 10
Custom Static Colors ........................................................................................... 10
Master/Slave Mode .............................................................................................. 10
DMX Channel Assignments and Values ..................................................... 11
7-CH Mode ........................................................................................................... 11
3-CH Mode ........................................................................................................... 11
5. Technical Information.................................................................... 12
General Maintenance .................................................................................. 12
General Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 13
Returns Procedure ...................................................................................... 14
Claims ......................................................................................................... 14
Contact Information ..................................................................................... 14
DMX Primer ................................................................................................. 15
Document Information
6. Technical Specifications ............................................................... 17
The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change without
notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions that may
appear in this manual.
© Copyright 2011 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved
Printed in P.R.C.
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of America
A. Chiappone B. Pillow A. Reiss F. Sellers
Starting Address ................................................................................................... 15
Fixture Linking (Daisy Chain) ............................................................................... 15
DMX Cabling ........................................................................................................ 16
Author Editor Manager PD Manager
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1. B
EFORE YOU BEGIN
What is Included
1 x SlimPAR™ 56
1 x Power Cord
1 x Warranty Card
1 x User Manual
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack it and check the container in which you
received it. Make sure that you have received all the parts indicated above and that they are all in
good condition. If the material inside the container (this product and any other accessory included
with it) appears damaged from shipping, or if the container shows signs of mishandling, notify the
shipper immediately. In addition, retain the container and all the packing material for inspection.
See the Claims section in the “Technical Information” chapter.
Text 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
1~512 A range of values
50/60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen
Settings
Menu > Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed
ON A value to be entered or selected
Icons
This manual uses the following icons to indicate information that requires special attention on the
part of the user.
Icon Meaning
Product at a Glance
Use on Dimmer
Outdoor Use
Sound Activated
DMX
Master/Slave
A menu option not to be modified (for example, showing the operating
mode/current status)
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.
Auto Programs
Auto-ranging Power Supply
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle
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Safety Notes
Please read the following notes carefully because they include important safety
information about the installation, usage, and maintenance of this product.
Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell this product to another user, be
sure that they also receive this document.
Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting this product is
within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the fixture.
This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose this fixture
to rain or moisture.
Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating.
Always install this product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from
adjacent surfaces.
Be sure that no ventilation slots on the unit’s housing are blocked.
Always disconnect this product from the power source before cleaning it or replacing fuse.
Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
If mounting this product overhead, always secure it to a fastening device using a safety
cable.
The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate this product at
higher temperatures.
In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately.
Never try to repair this product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage
or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
Never connect this product to a dimmer pack.
Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
Never carry a fixture from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the
hanging/mounting bracket or the handles.
Always avoid direct eye exposure to the light source when this fixture is on.
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2. I
NTRODUCTION
Product Overview
Bracket adjustment
Control Panel
(LED display)
Microphone
adjustment knob
Microphone
knob
DMX In
DMX Out
Satellite™ Power In
Fuseholder
Power In
Power Out
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3. S
ETUP
AC Power
Power Linking
PowerLinking
Diagram
This product has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range of
100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
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.
Always connect this product to a protected circuit (circuit bre aker or fuse), making sure
that it has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
Never connect this product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the
rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
This fixture provides power linking via the Edison outlet located in the back of the unit. Please
see the diagram below for further explanation.
You can power link up to 81 SlimPAR™ 56 units on 120 VAC or up to 143 SlimPAR™ 56
units on 230 VAC.
The power linking diagram shown abo ve corresponds to the North American version of
this product ONLY! If using this product in other markets, you mus t consult w ith the local
CHAUVET® distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may differ in your
country or region.
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