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3000 N 29

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 Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.  

(800) 762-1084 

– (954) 929-1115 

FAX (954) 929-5560 

www.chauvetlighting.com

 

LED PAR 38-18UVB 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

User Manual 

 

Snapshot

 

Use on Dimmer 

 

Outdoor Use 

 

Sound Activated 

 

DMX 

 

Master/Slave 

 

Auto-ranging 

Power Supply 

 

Replaceable Fuse 

 

User Serviceable 

 

Duty Cycle 

 

Summary of Contents for LED PAR 38-18UVB

Page 1: ...S A 800 762 1084 954 929 1115 FAX 954 929 5560 www chauvetlighting com LED PAR 38 18UVB User Manual Snapshot Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound Activated DMX Master Slave Auto ranging Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle ...

Page 2: ...POWER 7 Power Linking 7 MOUNTING 8 Orientation 8 Rigging 8 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9 CONFIGURING THE STARTING ADDRESS 9 CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS 9 MENU MAP 10 DMX OPERATION 10 MASTER SLAVE 10 STANDALONE OPERATION 11 Automatic 11 Sound Active 11 Custom Static Intensity 11 Fixture Linking 12 DMX CHANNEL VALUES 12 5 APPENDIX 13 DMX PRIMER 13 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 13 NEVER SPIN A FAN USING COMPRESSED AI...

Page 3: ...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 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 m...

Page 4: ...ct from power source before 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 un...

Page 5: ...r 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 Additional Features High power 1 W 350 mA LEDs Additional power output max 16 units Double bracket yoke doubles as floor stand Includes gel frame Product Dimensions ...

Page 6: ... In Power Input Hardwired Power Input Hardwired 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 Edison Hanging mounting 13 mm hole DIP switches ...

Page 7: ...nly as a 0 to 100 switch 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 the fixture to a circuit with a suitable electrical ground Power Linking This fixture contains power lin...

Page 8: ...y This may be done with a screw nut and bolt or a hanging clamp The hole in each bracket 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 fi...

Page 9: ...R 38 18UVBfixture uses two DMX channels If this is your first time using DMX we recommend reading the DMX Primer section in the Appendix Control Panel Functions Access control panel functions using the four buttons located directly underneath the LED display on the included wired remote The Control Panel shows the current state of the unit It is used to select the operating mode as well as the sub...

Page 10: ...s manual 1 Press MENU until appears on the LED screen 2 Press ENTER 3 Using UP and DOWN select the desired DMX address 4 Press ENTER to confirm setting Master Slave This is the operating mode which will allow 1 fixture to act as the master and control all of the other slave fixture s You must set both the master and the slave s fixtures to the correct mode for this operation Master Settings 1 Conn...

Page 11: ...a the control panel and the microphone sensitivity may be adjusted using the microphone sensitivity adjustment knob Please see the instructions below for further explanation 1 Press MENU until appears on the LED screen 2 Press ENTER to confirm settings 3 Use the microphone adjustment sensitivity knob on the back of the fixture to adjust the microphone sensitivity Custom Static Intensity This fixtu...

Page 12: ...n you must daisy chain using DMX cables to link from one fixture to another In a master slave operation the DMX controller is not connected DMX Channel Values CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION 1 000 255 Dimmer Intensity 0 100 2 000 015 016 255 Strobe No Function Slow Fast Additional signal link out DMX controller only in DMX operation ...

Page 13: ... with three pin XLR male 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 r...

Page 14: ... please use data grade 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 ...

Page 15: ...HART Conductor 3 Pin Female 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...

Page 16: ...ical wiring internal and or external 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 D...

Page 17: ... UPS packing or double 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 ...

Page 18: ...240 VAC 50 60 Hz Power Consumption 120 VAC 60 Hz 24 W 0 4 A max 0 2 A inrush Power Consumption 230 VAC 50 Hz 29 W 0 2 A max 0 2 A inrush Power output 16 units max Fuse T 1 A 250 V LIGHT SOURCE LED 18 1 W 350 mA 50 000 hrs PHOTO OPTIC Coverage Angle 23 THERMAL Maximum ambient temperature 104 F 40 C ORDERING INFORMATION LED PAR 38 18UVB Black LEDPAR3818UVB WARRANTY INFORMATION Warranty 2 year limite...

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