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FXpar 9 User Manual Rev. 4
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What Is Included
•FXpar 9
•Power Cord
•Hanging Bracket with Mounting Hardware
Unpacking Instructions
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the
package and are in good condition.
Claims
If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from shipping, or show
signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. Failure to report damage to the carrier
immediately may invalidate your claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
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.
Text Conventions
CONVENTIONMEANING
1–512A range of values
50/60A set of values of which only one can be chosen
SettingsA menu option not to be modified
<ENTER>A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel
ONA value to be entered or selected
•Warranty Card
•Quick Reference Guide
Symbols
SYMBOLMEANING
Electrical warning. Not following these instructions may cause electrical damage to
the product, accessories, or the user.
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not following these
instructions may make the product not work, cause damage to the product, or caus e
harm to the operator.
Important installation or configuration information. The product may not function
correctly if this information is not used.
Useful information.
Disclaimer
Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects. However,
Chauvet assumes no responsibility and specifically disclaims any and all liability to any party for any loss,
damage or disruption caused by any errors or omissions in this document, whether such errors or
omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause. Chauvet reserves the right to revise the
content of this document without any obligation to notify any person or company of such revision, howe ver ,
Chauvet has no obligation to make, and does not co mmit to make, any such revisions. Download the latest
version from www.chauvetdj.com
The works of authorship contained in this manual, including, but not limited to, all design, text and images
are owned by Chauvet.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo, and FXpar 9 are registered trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet & Sons
LLC (d/b/a Chauvet and Chauvet Lighting ) in the Unite d State s an d ot he r co un tries. Other company and
product names and logos referred to herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.
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Product at a Glance
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Use on Dimmer
Outdoor Use
Sound-Active
DMX
Master/Slave
Safety Notes
•Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
•Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing the
fuse.
•Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
•Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
•Never disconnect the product from power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
•If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.
•Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating.
•Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
•Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the product is
within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
•The product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prev ent risk of fire or shock, do not expose the
product to rain or moisture.
•Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from
adjacent surfaces.
•Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
•Never connect the product to a dimmer.
•Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
•Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the hanging/
mounting bracket.
•The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate the product at
higher temperatures.
•In the event of a serious operating proble m, stop usin g th e pr od uc t imm ed ia te l y.
•Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage
or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
•To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use
completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Auto Programs
Auto-ranging Power Supply
Replaceable Fuse
User-Serviceable
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Keep this User Manual for future use. If you sell the product to someone else, be sure that
they also receive this document.
FXpar 9 User Manual Rev. 4
INTRODUCTION
Infrared Sensor
Microphone
DMX In/Out
Fuse Holder
Power In
SMD Strobes
Quad LEDs
Menu Buttons
Power Out
LED Display
COB LED
Fan
Sensitivity
Knob
Safety
Loop
10.8 in
275 mm
2.9 in
74 mm
10.9 in
279 mm
2. INTRODUCTION
Product Overview
Product Dimensions
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SETUP
Safety cap
Spare fuse holder
(inside safety cap)
Installed fuse
(held by plastic clip)
1st Product
2
nd
Product 3rd Product
Additional
Products
Power
Source
3. SETUP
AC Power
The FXpar 9 an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage ran ge of 100 to 240 VAC,
50/60 Hz. To determine the prod uct’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use
the current value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s
specifications chart. The listed current rating indicates the product’s average current draw under normal
conditions.
•Always connect the product to a protected circuit (a circuit breaker or fuse).
Make sure the product has an appropriate electric al ground to avoid the risk of
electrocution or fire.
•T o eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lif espan, during periods of nonuse completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by
unplugging it.
Never connect the product to a rheostat (variab le resistor ) or dimmer circuit , even if
the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
Fuse Replacement
1.Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
2.Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
3.Remove the blown fuse from the holder and replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.
4.Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
Disconnect the product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse.
Power Linking
The product provides power linking via the Edison outlet located in the back of the product. Please see the
diagram below for further explanation.
Power Linking Diagram
You can power link up to 7 FXpar 9 products on 120 VAC or up to 13 FXpar 9
products on 230 VAC.
The power linking diagram corresponds to the North America n version of the
product ONL Y! If using the product in other markets, you must consult wit h the local
Chauvet distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may differ in
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your country or region.
FXpar 9 User Manual Rev. 4
SETUP
Mounting Bracket
Safety Cable
(such as CH-05 from
Chauvet)
Mounting Clamp
(such as CLP-15 or CLP-15N
from Chauvet)
Bracket
Adjustment Knob
Mounting
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes.
Orientation
The FXpar 9 may be mounted in any position; however , make sure adequate ventilation is p rovided around
the product.
Rigging
•Before deciding on a location, always make sure there is easy access to the product for
maintenance and programming purposes.
•Make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product.
•Make sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting the product can support the
product’s weight. (see the Technical Specifications
•When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mo unt the product secur ely to a
rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.
•When rigging the product onto a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity.
•When power linking multiple products, mount the products close enough for powe r linking cables to
reach.
•The bracket adjustment knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming the product to the
desired angle. Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually. Using tools could damage the
knobs.
Mounting Diagram
)
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OPERATION
4. OPERATION
Control Panel Operation
To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located under nea th the di splay. Please refer to
the Product Overview
BUTTONFUNCTION
<MENU>Press to find an operation mode or to back out of the current menu option
<UP>Press to scroll up the list of options or to find a higher value
<DOWN>Press to scroll down the list of options or to find a lower value
<ENTER>Press to activate a menu option or a selected value
Custom static colors
Combine red, green, blue, and UV
Turns infrared on or off
Configuration (DMX)
The FXpar 9 works with a DMX controller. Information about DMX is in the CHAUVET DMX Primer, which
is available from the Chauvet website http://www.chauvetlighting.com/downloads/
DMX_Primer_rev05_WO.pdf.
Starting Address
When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels the selected DMX
mode uses. If you choose a starting address that is too high, you could restrict the access to some of the
product’s channels.
The FXpar 9 uses up to 22 DMX channels, which defines the highest configurable address as 490.
If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol, download the DMX Primer from www.chauvetdj.com
To select the starting address, do the following:
1.Press <MENU> repeatedly until 3Ch, 6Ch, 9Ch, or 23Ch shows on the display.
2.Press <ENTER>.
3.Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address, from d 1–510.
255 0–100%
255 0–100%
255 0–100%
255 0–100%
255 0–100%
255 0–100%
005 No function
000
006
250 Strobe, slow to fast
251
255 Sound-active strobe
005 No function
000
006
020 On
021
250 Strobe, slow to fast
251
255 Sound-active strobe
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FXpar 9 User Manual Rev. 4
OPERATION
6Ch
CHANNEL FUNCTIONVALUEPERCENT/SETTING
1Red000 255 0–100%
2Green000
3Blue000
4UV000
5Strobe
6SMD Strobes
3Ch
CHANNEL FUNCTIONVALUEPERCENT/SETTING
1Auto Programs
2Program Speed
3Quad-LED Dimmer
255 0–100%
255 0–100%
255 0–100%
005 No function
000
006
250 Strobe, slow to fast
251
255 Sound-active strobe
005 No function
000
006
020 On
021
250 Strobe, slow to fast
251
255 Sound-active strobe
005 No function
000
006
020 Auto program 1
021
035 Auto program 2
036
050 Auto program 3
051
065 Auto program 4
066
080 Auto program 5
081
095 Auto program 6
096
110 Auto program 7
111
125 Auto program 8
126
140 Auto program 9
141
155 Auto program 10
156
170 Auto program 11
171
185 Auto program 12
186
200 Auto program 13
201
215 Auto program 14 (Sound-active program 13)
216
230 Auto program 15 (Sound-active program 13)
231
245 Auto program 16 (Sound-active program 13)
246
255 Auto program 17 (Sound-active program 13)
000
250 Program speed, slow to fast
251
255 Sound-active
000No function
001
255 0–100% (Ch. 21 must be active)
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OPERATION
Configuration (Standalone)
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.
Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode to a DMX string
connected to a DMX controller. Products in standalone mode may transmit DMX
signals that could interfere with the DMX signals from the controller.
Automatic Programs
To run the FXpar 9 in automatic mode, follow the instructions below:
1.Press <MENU> repeatedly until P-- shows on the display.
2.Press <ENTER>.
3.Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select an automatic program, from P 1–17.
4.Press <ENTER>.
Auto-Program Speed
To change the auto-program speed on the FXpar 9, do the following:
1.Press <MENU> repeatedly until P-- shows on the display.
2.Use <UP> or <DOWN> to increase or decrease the program speed from S 1–100.
3.Press <ENTER>. The product will return to the last selected mode.
Auto-Program Dimmer
To control the output intensity of the Quad-LEDs while running an auto-program, follow the instructions
below:
1.Press <MENU> repeatedly until d-- shows on the display.
2.Press <ENTER>.
3.Use <UP> or <DOWN> to increase or decrease the Quad-LED intensity, from L 1–100.
Sound-Active Mode
To run the FXpar 9 in sound-active mode, follow the instructions below:
1.Press <MENU> repeatedly until Snd shows on the display.
2.Press <ENTER>.
3.Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select a sound-active program, from Snd1–13.
4.Press <ENTER>.
5.Turn the sensitivity knob up until the product responds to the beat of the music.
The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).
Preset Color Mode
To run the FXpar 9 on a static color, do the following:
1.Press <MENU> repeatedly until C-- shows on the display.
2.Press <ENTER>.
3.Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select a static color, from C 1–23.
4.Press <ENTER>.
Custom Color Mixing
To custom mix a static color, follow the instructions below:
1.Press <MENU> repeatedly until u-- shows on the display.
2.Press <ENTER> and one of the following will show on the display:
•r_ _ _ (red)
•g_ _ _ (green)
•b_ _ _ (blue)
•u_ _ _ (UV)
•S_ _ _ (SMD strobe speed)
3.Press <ENTER> to cycle through the settings.
4.When the desired setting shows on the display, use <UP> or <DOWN> to increase or decrease
the value, from 000–255 for red, green, blue, or UV, or from 000–100 for SMD strobe speed.
5.Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the product outputs as desired.
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FXpar 9 User Manual Rev. 4
OPERATION
IRC-6 Infrared Remote Control
The FXpar 9 is compatible with the IRC-6 infrared remote control from Chauvet. To activate IR mode,
follow the instructions below:
1.Press <MENU> repeatedly until SEt shows on the display.
2.Press <ENTER> to accept.
3.Press <UP> or <DOWN> to select on or oFF.
4.Press <ENTER>.
IRC-6 Operation
Automatic Mode
Automatic mode will enable you to run the automatic programs on the product.
To turn on Automatic mode:
1.Press <AUTO> on the IRC-6.
2.Press <+> or <–> to choose between the d ifferent au to pro gr a ms .
To adjust the speed of the automatic program:
1.Press <SPEED> on the IRC-6.
2.Press <+> or <–> to increase or decrease the speed of the program.
Sound-Active Mode
Sound-Active mode will enable the product to respond to the music.
To turn on Sound-Active mode:
1.Press <SOUND> on the IRC-6.
2.Press <+> or <–> to select a sound-active program.
Manual Color Control
To choose a specific color with the IRC-6:
1.Press any number between <0>~<9> to choose your color.
2.Press <+> or <–> to choose between preset static colors.
To manually control the RGB percentage:
1.Press <MANUAL> on the IRC-6.
2.Press <R> (red), <G> (green), <B> (blue), or <UV>/<P> (UV) to choose
your color.
3.Press <+> or <–> to increase or decrease the percentage of each color.
To turn the SMD strobes on or off:
1.Press <W> on the IRC-6.
Miscellaneous Operation
To adjust the total output level:
1.Press <%> on the IRC-6.
2.Press <+> or <–> to increase or decrease the output level.
To adjust the strobe rate of the static color:
1.Press <STROBE> on the IRC-6.
2.Press <+> or <–> to increase or decrease the strobe rate.
3.Set to S000 to turn off the strobe.
To select a fading program:
1.Press <FADE> on the IRC-6.
To black out the lights:
1.Press
This will turn off all the lights until the button is pressed again.
NOTE: The IRC-6 will not respond to any inputs when Black Out is activated. If the
remote does not respond when a button is pressed, try pressing <BLACK OUT>.
You may have inadvertently activated Black Out.
<BLACK OUT> on the IRC-6.
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OPERATION
Master/Slave Mode
The Master/Slave mode allows a single FXpar 9 product (the “master”) to control the actions of one or
more FXpar 9 products (the “slaves”) without the need of a DMX controller. The master product will be set
to operate in either Stand-Alone mode or with the IRC-6, while the slave products will be set to operate in
Slave mode. Once set and connected, the slave products will operate in unison with the master product.
Configure the products as indicated below.
Slave products:
1.Press <MENU> repeatedly until 3Ch, 6Ch, 9Ch, or 23Ch shows on the display.
2.Press <ENTER> to accept.
3.Set the DMX address to 001.
4.Connect the DMX input of the first slave product to the DMX output of the master product.
5.Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave products to the DMX output of the previous slave
product.
6.Finish setting and connecting all the slave products.
Master product:
1.Set the master product to operate in Stand-Alone mode or with the IRC-6.
2.Make the master product the first product in the DMX daisy chain.
•Configure all the slave products before connecting the maste r to the daisy chain.
•Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave
operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master.
•Do not connect more than 31 slaves to the master.
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FXpar 9 User Manual Rev. 4
MAINTENANCE
5. MAINTENANCE
Product Maintenance
Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduction of
the light source’s life and/or mechanical wear. To maintain optim um performance and minimize wear , clean
your lighting products at least twice a month. However, be aware that usage and environmental conditions
could be contributing factors to increase the cleaning frequency.
To clean the product, follow the instructions below:
1.Unplug the product from power.
2.Wait until the product is at room temperature.
3.Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft br us h to re m ov e du st co llect ed on the ex te rn al
surface/vents.
4.Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl
alcohol.
5.Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
6.Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface.
7.Gently polish the transparent surface s un til the y ar e fre e of haz e an d lint .
Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and Weight
LENGTHWIDTHHEIGHTWEIGHT
10.9 in (279 mm)10.8 in (275 mm)2.9 in (74 mm)3.6 lb (1.6 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power
POWER SUPPLY TYPERANGEVOLTAGE SELECTION
Switching (internal)100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 HzAuto-ranging
PARAMETER120 V, 60 HZ230 V, 50 HZ
Consumption80 W77 W
Operating Current1.1 A0.6 A
Power linking current (products)8 A (7 products)8 A (13 products)
FuseT 1.6 A, 250 VT 1.6 A, 250 V
POWER I/OU.S./WORLDWIDEUK/EUROPE
Power input connectorIECIEC
Power output connectorEdisonIEC
Power Cord plugEdison (U.S.)Local Plug
Light Source
TYPEPOWERLIFESPANCOLORQUANTITYCURRENT
LED4 W50, 000 hours
COB LED18.4 W50, 000 hoursTri-color RGB12 A
SMD LED0.5 W50, 000 hoursCool white210.2 A
Quad-color
RGB+UV
91.4 A
Photometrics
PARAMETERVALUE
Strobe Rate0 to 16.4 Hz
Beam Angle25°
Field Angle45°
Illuminance @ 2 m1,450 lux
Thermal
MAXIMUM EXTERNAL TEMPERATURECOOLING SYSTEM
104 °F (40 °C)Fan-assisted convection
DMX
I/O CONNECTORCHANNEL RANGE
3-pin XLR3, 6, 9 or 23
Ordering
PRODUCT NAMEITEM CODEUPC NUMBER
FXpar 910031225781462215736
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RETURNS
RETURNS
In case you need to get support or return a product:
•If you are located in the U.S., contact Chauvet World Headquarters.
•If you are located in the UK or Ireland, contact Chauvet Europe Ltd .
•If you are located in Mexico, contact Chauvet Mexico.
•If you are located in Benelux, contact Chauvet Europe BVBA.
•If you are located in any other country, DO NOT contact Chauvet. Instead, contact your local
distributor. See www.chauvetdj.com
Benelux.
If you are located outside the U.S., UK, Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux, contact your
distributor of record and follow their instructions on how to return Chauvet products to
them. Visit our website www.chauvetdj.com
Call the corresponding Chauvet Technical Support office and request a Return Merchandise Authorization
(RMA) number before shipping the product. Be prepare d to provide the model number, serial number, and
a brief description of the cause for the return.
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.
for distributors outside the U.S., UK, Ireland, Mexico, or
for contact details.
Before sending the product, clearly write the following information on a piece of paper and place it inside
the box:
•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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CONTACT US
World Headquarters
EUROPE
MEXICO
Address: Av. de las Partidas 34 - 3B,Email: servicio@chauvet.com.mx
Visit the applicable website above to verify our contact information and instructions to request support.
Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, Mexico or Benelux, contact the dealer of record.
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