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SlimPAR™ HEX 3 IRC User Manual Rev. 2 

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1. Before You Begin .......................................................................................................... 3

 

What Is Included ............................................................................................................................... 3

 

Unpacking Instructions ..................................................................................................................... 3

 

Claims ....................................................................................................................................................... 3

 

Text Conventions ............................................................................................................................. 3

 

Symbols ............................................................................................................................................ 3

 

Disclaimer ......................................................................................................................................... 3

 

Product at a Glance .......................................................................................................................... 4

 

Safety Notes ..................................................................................................................................... 4

 

2. Introduction ................................................................................................................... 5

 

Overview ........................................................................................................................................... 5

 

Dimensions ....................................................................................................................................... 6

 

3. Setup .............................................................................................................................. 7

 

AC Power ......................................................................................................................................... 7

 

Fuse Replacement .................................................................................................................................... 7

 

Power Linking ............................................................................................................................................ 8

 

Mounting ........................................................................................................................................... 9

 

Orientation ................................................................................................................................................. 9

 

Rigging ...................................................................................................................................................... 9

 

4. Operation ......................................................................................................................10

 

Control Panel Operation ................................................................................................................. 10

 

Menu Map ....................................................................................................................................... 10

 

Configuration (DMX) ....................................................................................................................... 11

 

Starting Address ...................................................................................................................................... 11

 

DMX Channel Modes, Assignments, and Values .......................................................................... 12

 

12-Channel .............................................................................................................................................. 12

 

8-Channel ................................................................................................................................................ 12

 

6-Channel ................................................................................................................................................ 12

 

Configuration (Standalone) ............................................................................................................ 13

 

Sound-Active Mode ................................................................................................................................. 13

 

Sound Sensitivity ..................................................................................................................................... 13

 

Automatic Mode ....................................................................................................................................... 13

 

Program Speed ....................................................................................................................................... 13

 

Static Colors ............................................................................................................................................ 14

 

Custom Color Mixing ............................................................................................................................... 14

 

Selecting the Dimmer Mode .................................................................................................................... 14

 

Infrared Remote Control .......................................................................................................................... 14

 

IRC Operation .......................................................................................................................................... 15

 

Master/Slave Mode .................................................................................................................................. 16

 

5. Technical Information ..................................................................................................17

 

Product Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 17

 

6. Technical Specifications ..............................................................................................18

 

Returns ........................................................................................................................................... 19

 

Contact Us ...................................................................................................................................... 19

 

 

Summary of Contents for SlimPAR HEX 3 IRC

Page 1: ...User Manual ...

Page 2: ...ion 9 Rigging 9 4 Operation 10 Control Panel Operation 10 Menu Map 10 Configuration DMX 11 Starting Address 11 DMX Channel Modes Assignments and Values 12 12 Channel 12 8 Channel 12 6 Channel 12 Configuration Standalone 13 Sound Active Mode 13 Sound Sensitivity 13 Automatic Mode 13 Program Speed 13 Static Colors 14 Custom Color Mixing 14 Selecting the Dimmer Mode 14 Infrared Remote Control 14 IRC ...

Page 3: ...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 Symbol Meaning Critical installation configuration or operation information Not following these instructions may make the product not work cause dama...

Page 4: ... 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 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 s...

Page 5: ...SlimPAR HEX 3 IRC User Manual Rev 2 Page 5 of 19 2 INTRODUCTION Overview Control Buttons Power In Display Fuse Holder DMX Out DMX In Microphone Power Out Back Panel View Safety Loop ...

Page 6: ...Page 6 of 19 SlimPAR HEX 3 IRC User Manual Rev 2 Dimensions 7 4 in 187 mm 8 3 in 210 mm 4 3 in 108 mm ...

Page 7: ...electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire Never connect the product to a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 100 switch Fuse Replacement Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse 1 Disconnect the product from power 2 Wedge the tip of a flat head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder 3 Pry...

Page 8: ...imPAR HEX 3 IRC units on 120 VAC or up to 39 SlimPAR HEX 3 IRC units on 230 VAC The power linking diagram shown above corresponds to the North American version of the product ONLY If using the product in other markets you must consult with the local CHAUVET distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may differ in your country or region 1 st Product 2 nd Product 3 rd Product Additiona...

Page 9: ...g 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 The brackets have a 13 mm hole which is appropriate for this purpose When power linking multiple products you must always consider the length of the power linking cable and mount the products close enough for the cable to reach The bracket adjustment ...

Page 10: ...tarting Address 6 CH d 1 d512 Selects the DMX personality and starting address 8 CH 12CH Static Colors C C 1 C 63 Selects static color Auto Programs P P 1 P 4 Selects auto program Program Speed S S 1 S100 Selects auto program speed slow to fast Sound Active Mode Snd Snd1 Selects Sound Active program 6 color Snd2 Selects Sound Active program 63 color Sound Sensitivity SenS u 1 u100 Sets sound sensi...

Page 11: ... you choose a starting address that is too high you could restrict the access to some of the product s channels The SlimPAR HEX 3 IRC uses up to 12 DMX channels in its 12 channel DMX mode which defines the highest configurable address to 501 If unfamiliar with DMX download the DMX Primer from www chauvetlighting com To select the DMX personality and starting address do the following 1 Press MENU r...

Page 12: ...ve mode 6 color 226 ó 255 Sound Active mode 63 color 11 Speed 000 ó 255 Auto program speed slow to fast 12 Dim Mode 000 ó 051 Dimmer mode manually set in Menu Options 052 ó 101 Dimmer mode off 102 ó 152 Dimmer mode 1 fast speed 153 ó 203 Dimmer mode 2 medium speed 204 ó 255 Dimmer mode 3 slow speed 8 Channel Channel Function Value Setting 1 Dimmer 000 ó 255 0 to 100 2 Red 000 ó 255 0 to 100 3 Gree...

Page 13: ...OWN to select the desired Sound Active program 4 Press ENTER Sound Sensitivity To set the sound sensitivity follow the instructions below 1 Press MENU repeatedly until SenS shows on the display 2 Use UP or DOWN to select the desired sound sensitivity u 0 u100 3 Press ENTER The product will only respond to low frequencies of music bass and drums Automatic Mode To enable the Automatic mode do the fo...

Page 14: ...r off 5 Press ENTER to select color value and continue to the next color 6 Repeat steps 3 to 5 until you create your desired color Selecting the Dimmer Mode To select the dimmer mode do the following Press MENU repeatedly until dIM shows on the display 1 Press ENTER and one of the following shows on the display 2 OFF dimmer speed off dIM1 dimmer mode 1 fast speed dIM2 dimmer mode 2 middle speed dI...

Page 15: ...sensitivity Manual Color Control To choose a specific color with the IRC 1 Press MANUAL on the IRC 2 Press any number between 0 9 to choose your color To manually control the RGB percentage 1 Press MANUAL on the IRC 2 Press R G or B to choose your color 3 Press or to increase or decrease the percentage of each color Miscellaneous Operation To adjust the strobe rate of the program 1 Press STROBE on...

Page 16: ...ality shows on the display 2 Press ENTER to accept 3 Set the DMX address to d 1 4 Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master unit 5 Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave units to the DMX output of the previous slave unit 6 Finish setting and connecting all the slave units Master unit 1 Set the master unit to operate in either Automatic or Sound Active mod...

Page 17: ... from power 2 Wait until the product is at room temperature 3 Use a vacuum or dry compressed air and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external surface vents 4 Clean all external optics and glass 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 ...

Page 18: ...wer linking current units 8 A 21 units 8 A 39 units Fuse T 1 A 250 V T 1 A 250 V Power I O US Worldwide UK Europe Power input connector IEC IEC Power output connector Edison IEC Power Cord plug Edison US Local plug Light Source Type Power Lifespan LED 9 W 50 000 hours Color Quantity Current Six color 3 400 mA x 6 Photo Optic Parameter Illuminance 2 m 907 lx Beam angle 23º Field angle 41º Strobe ra...

Page 19: ...r 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 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...

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