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LED PAR 38-18B
Use on Dimmer
LED PAR 38-18C
Outdoor Use
Sound Activated
DMX
Master/Slave
Auto-ranging
Power Supply
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle
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- Page 1 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Snapshot LED PAR 38-18B Use on Dimmer LED PAR 38-18C Outdoor Use Sound Activated Master/Slave Auto-ranging Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle User Manual 3000 N 29 Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
LAIMS ................................18 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS CHAUVET®, 2010, All Rights Reserved Information and specifications in this User Manual are subject to change without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual. -
Page 3: Before You Begin
Manual Conventions CHAUVET® manuals use the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information from the regular text. EANING... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Safety Instructions Please read these instructions carefully. It includes important information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product. Please keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure that they also receive this instruction booklet. -
Page 5: Introduction
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 2. I NTRODUCTION Features 3 or 7-channel DMX LED PAR can Operating modes: 3-channel: RGB control 7-channel: RGB, macros, run/strobe speed, automatic/sound, dimmer Static colors and RGB color mixing with or 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... -
Page 6: Photometrics
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Photometrics The photometric readings have been provided at 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. -
Page 7: Product Overview
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Product Overview LED Signal Indicator Power Output DIP switches Power Input Fuseholder Microphone Attachment Bolt (not meant to be adjusted) Bracket Adjustment Knob Audio Adjustment Knob DMX In DMX Out Hanging/mounting (13 mm hole) Safety attachment point Gel Frame... -
Page 8: Setup
Additional power link out The power linking shown in this document is for the Chauvet® North American version ONLY! Therefore, it is the customer’s responsibility to check with the Dealer/Distributor regarding power linking on the local version of the product. Connections and availability may change, depending on the power requirements and/or regulations of each country/region. -
Page 9: Mounting
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Mounting Orientation The LED PAR 38-18 B/C may be mounted in any safe position provided there is adequate room for ventilation. Rigging Be sure that the structure can support the weight of the fixture. Please see the “Technical Specifications”... -
Page 10: Operating Instructions
= On Strobe Speed This fixture has a strobe speed adjustment which will make it compatible with CHAUVET LED PAR 56-24 and 64-36 models produced before July of 2009. Please see the setting below for lowering the strobe rate for compatibility mode. -
Page 11: Standalone Operation
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Standalone Operation Automatic This fixture has a preprogrammed color fade program. This is accessed via the DIP switches on the back of the fixture, and the speed may be increased, as well. Please see the chart below for further explanation. -
Page 12: Dmx Channel Values
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DMX Channel Values 7-CH Mode HANNEL ALUE UNCTION 000 255 Dimmer: 0%~100% Green 000 255 Dimmer: 0%~100% Blue 000 255 Dimmer: 0%~100% Color Macros (override CH.1~3) 000 015 No Function 016 ... -
Page 13: Appendix
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 5. A PPENDIX DMX Primer There are 512 channels in a DMX connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A fixture capable of receiving DMX will require one or a number of sequential channels. The user must assign a starting address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the controller. -
Page 14: Fixture Linking
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32 Data Cabling To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables. You can purchase CHAUVET certified DMX cables directly from a dealer/distributor or construct your own cable. If you choose to create your own cable please use data-grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference. -
Page 15: 3-Pin To 5-Pin Conversion Chart
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart If you use a controller with a 5-pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5-pin to 3-pin adapter. The chart below details a proper cable conversion: IN TO ONVERSION HART... -
Page 16: Setting The Starting Address
Interference from AC wires Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights. If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET Technical Support. Contact Us W o rl d W i d e General Information CHAUVET®... -
Page 17: Returns Procedure
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandize Authorization Number (RMA #). Products returned without the RMA # will be refused. Call CHAUVET and request an RMA # prior to shipping the fixture. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return. -
Page 18: Technical Specifications
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-year limited warranty Technical Specifications...