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COLORdash Par-H18X QRG Rev. 2
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
What is Included
AC Power
This product has an auto-ranging power supply that can work with an input voltage range of 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
AC Plug
Power Linking
It is possible to power link up to 7 COLORdash Par-H18X products at 100 V, 9 products at 120 V, 15 products at 208 V, 17
products at 230 V, or up to 17 products at 240 V. Never exceed this number. Power-linking cables can be purchased
separately.
Replacing the Fuse
1. Disconnect the product from power.
2. Using a flat head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse holder cap from the housing.
3. Remove blown fuse and replace with a good fuse of the same type and rating.
4. Screw the fuse holder cap back in place and reconnect power.
DMX Linking
The COLORdash Par-H18X will work with a DMX controller using a 3- or 5-pin DMX serial connection. A DMX Primer is
.
DMX Connection
The COLORdash Par-H18X uses a 3- or 5-pin DMX data connection for its DMX personalities:
6CH
,
8CH
,
9CH
,
13CH
,
and
14CH
. See the User Manual for information about connecting and configuring the product for DMX operation.
RDM (Remote Device Management)
Remote Device Management, or RDM, is a standard for allowing DMX-enabled devices to communicate bi-directionally
along existing DMX cabling. Check the DMX controller’s User Manual or with the manufacturer as not all DMX controllers
have this capability. The COLORdash Par-H18X supports RDM protocol that allows feedback to make changes to menu
map options. Download the User Manual from
for more details.
Mounting
Before mounting this product, read the
. Make sure the mounting clamps are capable of supporting the
weight of the product. For our Chauvet line of mounting clamps, go to
http://trusst.com/productcategory/truss-clamps
Mounting Diagram
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COLORdash Par-H18X
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Seetronic Powerkon IP65 power cable
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Gel frame holder
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Gel Frame
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Quick Reference Guide
Connection
Wire (U.S.)
Wire (Europe)
Screw Color
AC Live
Black
Brown
Yellow/Brass
AC Neutral
White
Blue
Silver
AC Ground
Green/Yellow
Green/Yellow
Green
To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely
disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
!
Safety cable
Mounting clamp
Overhead mounting
Surface mounting