Power Linking ............................................................................................................................................ 8
missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping,
Text
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
Menu > Settings
A sequence of menu options to be followed
<ENTER>
A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel
ON
A value to be entered or selected
Symbols
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not
damage to the product, or cause harm to the operator.
Disclaimer
Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all
respects. However, Chauvet assumes no responsibility and specifically disclaims any
Claims
Conventions
•SlimPAR 64 RGBA
•Power Cord
Carefully unpack the product immediately
parts are in the package and are in good condition.
If the box or the contents (the product and
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
or concealed damage, file a claim with CHAUVET within 7 days of delivery.
Convention Meaning
Symbol Meaning
•Warranty Card
•Quick Reference Guide
following these instructions may make the product not work, cause
Important installation or configuration information. The product
may not function correctly if this information is not used.
Useful information.
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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,
however, Chauvet has no obligation to make, and does not commit to make, any such
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Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo, SlimPAR 64 RGBA are registered trademarks
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United States and other countries. Other company and product names and logos
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Product at a
x
P
x
P
P
P
P
x
P
x
Safety Notes
Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
Glance
Use on Dimmer
Outdoor Use
Sound Activated
DMX
Master/Slave
These notes i nclude important information about the mounting, usage, and maintenance
of this product; read before using the product.
• 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 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.
•
• 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! To prevent 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 problem, stop using the product immediately.
• Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to
damage or malfunction. Contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
•This product is not intended for permanent installation.
Auto Programs
Auto-Ranging Power Supply
Replaceable Fuse
User-Serviceable
Duty Cycle
•Keep this User Manual for future use. If you sell the product to another user, be
sure to give this document to the next owner.
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2.INTRODUCTION
Overview
Sound-Sensitivity
Adjustment Dial
Microphone
DMX In/Out
Fuse Holder
Power In
Power Out
Double-bracketed
Yoke
Bracket
Adjustment
Knob
Digital Display
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Dimensions
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AC Power
ranging power supply and it can work with an input
circuit breaker, power outlet, and
(circuit breaker or fuse). Make
an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of
a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even
Fuse
Installed fuse
(held by plastic clip)
Spare fuse holder
(inside safety cap)
Safety cap
3.SETUP
The SlimPAR 64 RGBA has an autovoltage range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
To determine the product’s power requirements (
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
sure the product has
electrocution or fire.
Never connect the product to
if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0~100% switch.
Replacement
Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse.
1. Disconnect the product from power.
2. Wedge th e tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
3. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
4. Remove the blown fuse from the holder.
5. Replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.
6. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
A spare fuse is not included; however, the safety cap has room for a spare.
Always replace a blown fuse with the same type and rating.
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Power Linking
The power linking diagram shown above corresponds to the North American
distributor as power linking connectors and
1st Product
2nd Product
3rd Product
Additional Products
The product provides power linking via the Edison outlet located in the back of the unit.
Power Linking
Diagram
You can power link up to 40 SlimPAR 64 RGBA units on 120 VAC or up to 60
SlimPAR 64 RGBA units on 230 VAC.
version of the product ONLY! If using the product in other markets, you must
consult with the local CHAUVET
requirements may differ in your country or region.
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Mounting
, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in
owever, make sure adequate
Mount the
knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming the
Safety cable
Clamp
Mounting bracket
adjustment knob
Floor Mounting
Overhead Mounting
Before mounting the product
the Safety Notes.
Orientation
The SlimPAR 64 RGB A may be mounted in any position; h
ventilation is provided around the produc t .
Rigging
•Before deciding on a location, always make sure there is easy access to the product
for maintenance and programming.
•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.
product securely to a rigging point, such as an elevated platform or a truss.
•When rigging the product onto a truss, you should use a mounting clamp of
appropriate weight capacity.
•When power linking multiple products, consider the length of the power linking cable
and mount the products close enough for the cable to reach.
•The bracket adjustment
product to the desired angle. Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually.
Using tools could damage the knobs.
•The double-bracketed yoke also serves as a floor supports or allow for surface
mounting. When mounting the product on the floor, make sure that the product and
cables are away from people and vehicles.
Mounting Diagram
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Control Panel
Operation
<UP>
Menu Map
Mode
Programming Steps
Description
P3
C2
Green
C6
Purple
C9
Orange
C12
Yellow
C15
White
4.OPERATION
To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the display.
Button Function
<MENU>
<DOWN>
<ENTER>
Selects an operation mode or to backs out of the current menu option
Scrolls up the list of options or selects a higher value
Scrolls down the list of options or selects a lower value
Activates a menu option or a selected value
P--
4-CH
8-CH
C--
P1
P2
P4
P5
P6
d 1~d505
C1 Red
C3 Blue
C4 Amber
C5 Cyan
C7 Light Green
C8 Light Blue
C10 Light Green
C11 Violet
4-Color Automatic Program (switching)
4-Color Automatic Program (fading)
15-Color Automatic Program (switching)
15-Color Automatic Program (fading)
4-Color Sound-Activated Program
15-Color Sound-Activated Program
4-Channel DMX mode (RGBA)
8-Channel DMX mode
Static Color
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C13 Pink
C14 Light Blue
S-- S001~S100
r-- Red (r001~255)
U--
g-- Green (g001~255)
B-- Blue (b001~255)
A-- Amber (a001~255)
Program speed for P1~P4
Custom static colors
Combines red, green, blue, and amber
Configuration
starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels
DMX mode, which
download the DMX Primer from
Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
1
Red
000 ó 255
0~100%
2
Green
000 ó 255
0~100%
3
Blue
000 ó 255
0~100%
4
Amber
000 ó 255
0~100%
Color Macros
(Overrides Chs. 1~4)
000 ó 015
016 ó 255
No function
Color Macros
Speed
is 032~223)
Slow~fast
000 ó 015
016 ó 255
No function
Slow~fast
000 ó 031
RGBA mode
032 ó 063
Pulse effect 0~100%
064 ó 095
Pulse effect 100%~0
096 ó 127
Pulse effect 100%~0~100%
128 ó 159
Auto fade transition
160 ó 191
Auto snap transition (4 colors)
192 ó 223
Auto snap transition (15 colors)
224 ó 255
Sound-active mode
8
Dimmer
000 ó 255
0~100%
Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
1
Red
000 ó 255
0~100%
2
Green
000 ó 255
0~100%
3
Blue
000 ó 255
0~100%
4
Amber
000 ó 255
0~100%
Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller.
(DMX)
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
3. Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input
socket on the product.
Starting Address
When sel ecting a
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 SlimPAR 64 RGBA uses up to 8 DMX channels in its 8-channel
defines the highest configurable address to 505.
If unfamiliar with DMX or DIP switches,
www.chauvetlighting.com.
To select the starting address, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4-CH or 8-CH shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address (d 1~d505).
4. Press <ENTER>.
DMX Channel Modes, Assignments, and Values
8-CH
5
(When Ch. 7
6
Strobe
000 ó 255
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7 Mode
4-CH
Configuration
s in
standalone mode may transmit DMX signals that could interfere with the DMX
(the “mas ter”) to con trol the
(the “slaves”) without the need of a DMX
ode. Once set and
all the slave units before connecting the master unit to the DMX
Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave
may interfere with the signals from the master
(Standalone)
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode (either Static,
Automatic, or Sound) to a DMX string connected to a DMX controller. Product
signals from the controller.
Sound-Active
Mode
Automatic Mode
Master/Slave
Mode
To enable the Sound-Active mode, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until P-- shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to select P 5 or P 6.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Turn the music on and adjust the microphone sensitivity knob until the product starts
responding to the beat of the music.
The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).
To enable the Automatic mode, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until P-- shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to select P 1~P 4.
3. Press <ENTER>.
The Master/Slave mode allows a single SlimPAR 64 RGBA
actions of one or more SlimPAR 64 RGBA
controller. The master unit will be set to operate in either Automatic or Sound-Active
mode, while the slave units will be set to operate in Slave m
connected, the slave units will operate in unison with the master unit.
Configure the units as indicated below.
Slave products:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4-CH or 8-CH shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select starting address d 1.
4. Press <ENTER>.
5. Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master unit.
6. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave units to the DMX output of the
previous slave unit.
7. Finish setting and connecting all the slave unit s.
Master products:
1. Set the master unit to operate in either Automatic or Sound-Active mode.
2. Make the master unit the first unit in the DMX daisy chain.
• Configure
daisy chain.
•
operation because the controller
unit.
•Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master unit.
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Product
up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can
lead to reduction of the light source’s life. To maintain optimum performance and
usage and
5.MAINTENANCE
Dust build-
Maintenance
minimize wear, clean the product at least twice a month. However,
environmental conditions contribute to increased cleaning frequency.
To clean the product, follow the instructions below:
• Unplug the product from pow er.
• Wait until the product is at room temperature.
• Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on
the external surface/vents.
• Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass
cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
• Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint-free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
• Softly wipe any dirt or grime to the outside edges of the transparent surface.
• Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
Always dry transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.
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Dimensions and
Length
Width
Height
Weight
10.8 in (276 mm)
2.6 in (66 mm)
10.8 in (275 mm)
2.8 lbs (1.3 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
Switching (internal)
100~240 V, 50/60 Hz
Auto-ranging
Parameter
120 V, 60 Hz
230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption
30 W
33 W
Current
0.3 A
0.2 A
Power linking current (units)
13.6 A (40 units)
13.6 A (60 units)
Fuse
1 A, 250 V
1 A, 250 V
Power I/O
U.S.
Power input/output connectors
IEC/Edison
Power Cord plug
Edison (U.S.)
Light Source
Type
Color
Quantity
LED
Red
39
LED
Green
39
LED
Blue
51
LED
Amber
51
Photo Optic
Parameter
Illuminance @ 2 m
1,325 lux
Beam angle
14º
Field angle
23º
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
Cooling System
104° F (40° C)
Convection
DMX
I/O Connectors
Connector Type
Channel Range
3-pin XLR
Sockets
4, 8
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
UPC Number
SlimPAR 64 RGBA
03030599
781462209476
6.TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Weight
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, United Kingdom, or Ireland, contact your distributor of
s to
Returns
Support office and request a Return
prepared to
provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the
You must send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, and with its original packing
the following information on a piece of paper
properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate
To return a product or reques t supp ort :
• 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.chauvetlighting.com for distributors outside the U.S.,
UK, Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux.
If you live outside the U.S.
record and follow their instructions on how to return CHAUVET® product
them. Visit our website for contact details.
Call the corresponding CHAUVET Technical
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product. Be
return.
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.
Before sending the product, clearly write
and place it inside the box:
• Your name
• Your address
• Your phone number
• The RMA number
• A brief description of the problem
Be sure to pack the product
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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