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Chauvet 38-18B User Manual Download Page 1

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Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.

(800) 762-1084

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FAX (954) 929-5560

www.chauvetlighting.com

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

User Manual

Snapshot

Use on Dimmer

Outdoor Use

Sound Activated

DMX

Master/Slave

Auto-ranging

Power Supply

Replaceable Fuse

User Serviceable

Duty Cycle

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Summary of Contents for 38-18B

Page 1: ... 5560 www chauvetlighting com LED PAR 38 18B LED PAR 38 18C User Manual Snapshot Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound Activated DMX Master Slave Auto ranging Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle All manuals and user guides at all guides com a l l g u i d e s c o m ...

Page 2: ...ng 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...

Page 3: ...N 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 This manual uses the followi...

Page 4: ...fore 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...

Page 5: ...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 All manuals ...

Page 6: ... 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 All manuals and user guides at all guides com a l l g u i d e s c o m ...

Page 7: ... Input Microphone Audio Adjustment Knob Fuseholder Gel Frame Gel Frame Release Bracket Adjustment Knob Bracket Adjustment Knob Attachment Bolt not meant to be adjusted DMX Out Light Output Power Output Safety attachment point Hanging mounting 13 mm hole DIP switches All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

Page 8: ... current rating indicates its average current draw under normal conditions Always connect the fixture to a circuit with a suitable electrical ground Power Linking This fixture contains power linking via the Edison outlet located in front of the power input cable Please see the diagram below for further explanation The maximum quantity of fixtures that may be linked is 18 The power linking shown in...

Page 9: ...et is 13 mm in size When rigging consider routine maintenance and control panel access Please see the following steps for installation Be sure to orient the gel frame release so that it is pointing up Please see the diagram below for a visual reference If the power link out is intended to be used with multiple fixture take into account the length of each power cable and mount the fixtures close en...

Page 10: ...CH 11 Off 3 CH 11 On Master Slave Mode Sound Active Auto Mode Static Colors This mode allows a single unit to run a standalone program while 1 or more other units follow the same operation This requires the fixtures to be linked with DMX cables Please see the section on Fixture Linking 1 The Master unit may be operated in Automatic Sound Active and Static Colors 2 Adjust the DIP switches to the Sl...

Page 11: ... adjusted using the audio adjustment knob Please see the chart below for further explanation Mode DIP switches Master Sound 10 On Static Colors This unit has separate DIP switches for each of the 3 colors red green and blue These are accessed via the DIP switches on the back of the fixture Each of the 3 colors may be mixed with different intensities Please see the chart below for further explanati...

Page 12: ...st 6 000 031 032 063 064 095 096 127 128 159 160 191 192 223 224 255 Mode RGB mode Pulse effect 0 100 using RGB faders Pulse effect 100 0 using RGB faders Pulse effect 100 0 100 using RGB faders Auto fade transition Auto snap transition 3 colors Auto snap transition 7 colors Sound triggering mode When CH 6 is set 032 223 CH 5 controls the speed 7 000 255 Dimmer Intensity RGB Macro modes 0 100 3 CH...

Page 13: ...le to female connectors The shield connection is pin 1 while pin 2 is Data Negative S and pin 3 is Data positive S General Maintenance To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency As a general rule fixtures should be cleaned at least twice a month Dust build up reduces light output pe...

Page 14: ... cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference DMX Data Cable Use a Belden 9841 or equivalent cable which meets the specifications for EIA RS 485 applications Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances The cable must have the following characteristics Type shielded 2 conductor twisted pair Maximum capacitance be...

Page 15: ...male Output 5 Pin Male Input Ground Shield Pin 1 Pin 1 Data signal Pin 2 Pin 2 Data signal Pin 3 Pin 3 Not used Pin 4 Not used Pin 5 Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link 1 Connect the male 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output female 3 pin connector of the controller 2 Connect the end of the cable coming from the controller which will have a female 3 pin connector to the input connector...

Page 16: ...al Device does not power up No power Check for power on Mains Loose power cord Check power cord Fixture is not responding to DMX Wrong DMX addressing Check Control Panel and unit addressing Damaged DMX cables Check DMX cables Wrong polarity settings on the controller Check polarity switch settings on the controller Loose DMX cables Check cable connections Faulty DMX interface Replace DMX input Fau...

Page 17: ...boxing is always a safe method to use CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace product s If you are given an RMA please include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box 1 Your name 2 Your address 3 Your phone number 4 The RMA 5 A brief description of the symptoms Claims Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper therefore t...

Page 18: ... 4 A max 0 2 A inrush Power consumption 230 VAC 50 Hz 22 W 0 2 A max 0 2 A inrush Power output 18 units max Fuse T 1 A 250 V LIGHT SOURCE LED 18 1 W 350 mA 50 000 hrs PHOTO OPTIC Luminance 1 m 4 000 lux Beam Angle 16 Field Angle 32 THERMAL Maximum ambient temperature 104 F 40 C ORDERING INFORMATION LED PAR 38 18B Black LEDPAR3818B LED PAR 38 18C Chrome LEDPAR3818C WARRANTY INFORMATION Warranty 2 y...

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