Chauvet DJ SlimPAR HEX 6 IRC User manual
User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
What Is Included ................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Unpacking Instructions ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Claims ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Manual Conventions ........................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Symbols ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Disclaimer ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Product at a Glance ............................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Safety Notes ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
2. Introduction............................................................................................................................................................... 6
Overview .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Dimensions .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
3. Setup .......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
AC Power ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Fuse Replacement ........................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Fuse Replacement Diagram ................................................................................................................................................... 8
Power Linking ................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Power Linking Diagram ........................................................................................................................................................... 9
Mounting ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Orientation ................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Rigging ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Rigging Diagra m .................................................................................................................................................................... 10
DMX Linking ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
DMX Linking Diagram ................................................................................................................................................................. 11
4. Operation ................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Control Panel Description................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Menu Map .................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
DMX Configuration ........................................................................................................................................................................... 13
DMX Starting Address ................................................................................................................................................................ 13
DMX Personalities....................................................................................................................................................................... 13
DMX Channel Assignments and Values ................................................................................................................................... 14
12-CH ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
8-CH ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
6-CH ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Standalone Configuration ................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Static Color Mode ........................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Auto Program Mode .................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Program Speed ........................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Sound-Active Mode..................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Custom Color Mode .................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Infrared (IR) Remote Control ...................................................................................................................................................... 17
IRC-6 Operation .................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Master/Slave Configuration .............................................................................................................................................................. 19
Configuring the Slaves ................................................................................................................................................................ 19
Configuring the Master ............................................................................................................................................................... 19
Settings Configuration ...................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Program Speed ........................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Sound Sensitivity ......................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Dimmer Mode .............................................................................................................................................................................. 20
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5. Technical Information ............................................................................................................................................ 21
Product Maintenance........................................................................................................................................................................ 21
6. Technical Specifications ....................................................................................................................................... 22
Returns ........................................................................................................................................................................ 23
Contact Us ................................................................................................................................................................... 24
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1. B
What Is
• SlimPAR™ HEX 6 IRC
Power Cord
• Warranty Card
Unpacking
Carefully unpack the SlimPAR™ HEX 6 IRC and check that all the parts are in the package, and are
Claims
If the box, or an y of the c ont ents, appe ar damaged from shipping, save all the packa ging and fil e a
Manual
Convention
Meaning
1—512
A range of values
50/60
A set of values
Settings
A menu option
Menu > Settings
A sequence of menu options
<Enter>
A button
Symbols
Convention
Meaning
Disclaimer
The information and specifications contained in this User Manual are subject to change without
be
M. Trouard
1/30/2015
A. Leon
2/11/2015
EFORE YOU BEGIN
Included
Instructions
Conventions
• Hanging Bracket with Mou nting Ha rdware
•
in good condition.
claim with th e carrier immediat ely. Failur e to report damag e to the carrier im mediatel y, or failure to
save all the p a ckagi ng, can invalidate a claim.
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. See Contact Us
this manual.
Critical information. Ignoring it can cause malfunction, damage the product, or harm
the operator.
Important information. Ignoring it can cause the product to malfunction.
• Quick Reference Guide
at the end of
Useful information.
notice. Chauvet assum es no respons ibilit y or liabilit y for any error s or omissi ons, and reser ves the
right to revise or recreate this manual at any time. The latest version of this manual can
downloaded from http://www.chauvetlighting.com/product-manuals-literature/.
© Copyright 2015 Chauvet. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
Author Date Editor Date
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Product at a
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P
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Safety Notes
These notes include important information about the mounting, use, and maintenance of this
• Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
• This product i s no t i nt ende d fo r pe r mane nt in stall ati on .
Keep this Us er Manua l for futur e referenc e. If you sell the pr oduct to another us er, be sur e to give
Use on Dimmer
Glance
Outdoor Use
Sound-Activated
DMX
Master/Slave
product. Read these notes before using the product.
• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
• Always disconnect the product fr om the powe r sour ce before cl eaning it or replac ing the fuse.
• Never disconnect the product fr om the powe r source by pulling or tugging on the cord.
• If mounting the produc t overhead , alway s secure it with a safety cabl e.
• Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when it is operating.
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
• Do not touch the product’s housing when the product is operating.
• The product is for indoor use only.
• Do not expose the prod uct to rai n or moistu re.
• Make sure that the voltage of the powe r source used for the product is within th e range stated on
the label, on the rear panel of the product, or Technical Specifications in this manual.
• Never connect the product to a dimmer or a rheostat.
• Make sure to replace the fuse with another fuse of the same type and rating.
• Always install th e p rodu ct in a lo c ati on with adequate ventilation , and l eav e at le a st 20 in (50 cm)
between the product and adjacent surfaces.
• Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
• Do not operate the product in an ambient temperature higher than 104 °F (40 °C).
• Always carry the product by the mounting bracket.
• In the event o f a seri ou s op era tin g p r oble m, sto p u sing t he p rodu c t i mmedi at ely .
• Never try to rep ai r the p roduc t . Re pai r s car ried o ut by un tr ai ned pe opl e can l ead t o damag e o r
malfunction.
• If repairs are requi red, contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
See Contact Us at the end of t hi s manual .
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely
disconnect the prod uct from pow er via the b reake r o r by unplugging it.
Auto Program
Auto-Ranging Power Supply
Replaceable Fuse
User-Serviceable
this manual to the next ow ner.
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2. I
Overview
Back View
Safety Loop
Front View
NTRODUCTION
Microphone
DMX Out
Power Out
Display
Fuse Holder
Control
Buttons
DMX In
Power In
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IR Sensor
Dimensions
8.9 in
9.5 in
3.7 in
226 mm
241 mm
95 mm
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3. S
AC Power
The SlimPAR™ HEX 6 IRC has an auto-ranging power supply that works with an input voltage
:
Always connect the product to a protect ed circuit (circuit b reaker or fuse). M ake sure the
a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the
Fuse
1. Disconnect the product from power.
Fuse Replacement
Installed Fuse
(held by plastic clip)
Spare Fuse Holder
(inside safety cap)
Safety cap
ETUP
range of 100 to 240 VAC, 5 0/ 60 Hz .
To determin e the product’s power requir ements (circu it breaker, po wer outlet, and wiring), use t he
current value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the
Technical Specifications in this manual. The listed current rating indicates the product’s average
current draw under normal conditions.
For more information, you may download Sizing Circuit Breakers from the Chauvet website
www.chauvetlighting.com/download/.
product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
Never connect the product to
rheostat or dimmer channel is configured as a 0 to 100% switch .
Replacement
Diagram
2. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fu se 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.
Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse.
Always replace a blown fuse with another of the same type and rating.
A spare fuse is not included; however, the safety cap has room for a spare.
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