Chauvet SlimPAR HEX 6 IRC User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS 1. Before You Begin ..............................4 What Is Included ....................................4 Unpacking Instructions ..................................4 Claims ......................................4 Manual Conventions ................................... 4 Symbols ....................................... 4 Disclaimer ......................................4 Product at a Glance .................................... 5 Safety Notes ......................................5 2.
  • Page 3: Slimparâ„¢ Hex 6 Irc User Manual Rev

    5. Technical Information ............................21 Product Maintenance..................................21 6. Technical Specifications ............................22 Returns ..................................23 Contact Us ................................... 24 Page 3 of 24 SlimPAR™ HEX 6 IRC User Manual Rev. 3...
  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    The information and specifications contained in this User Manual are subject to change without Disclaimer notice. Chauvet assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions, and reserves the right to revise or recreate this manual at any time. The latest version of this manual can be downloaded from http://www.chauvetlighting.com/product-manuals-literature/.
  • Page 5: Product At A Glance

    Product at a Use on Dimmer Auto Program Glance Outdoor Use Auto-Ranging Power Supply Sound-Activated Replaceable Fuse User-Serviceable Master/Slave These notes include important information about the mounting, use, and maintenance of this Safety Notes product. Read these notes before using the product. ·...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    2. I NTRODUCTION Overview Microphone DMX Out Control Power Out Buttons DMX In Display Safety Loop Power In Back View Fuse Holder IR Sensor Front View SlimPAR™ HEX 6 IRC User Manual Rev. 3 Page 6 of 24...
  • Page 7: Dimensions

    Dimensions 8.9 in 226 mm 9.5 in 241 mm 3.7 in 95 mm Page 7 of 24 SlimPAR™ HEX 6 IRC User Manual Rev. 3...
  • Page 8: Setup

    The listed current rating indicates the product’s average current draw under normal conditions. For more information, you may download Sizing Circuit Breakers from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetlighting.com/download/. Always connect the product to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
  • Page 9: Power Linking

    · 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.
  • Page 10: Mounting

    When mounting the product overhead, always use a mounting clamp and safety cable. Mount the product securely to a rigging point, such as a pipe or truss. The mounting bracket (yoke) has a 13-mm hole. The CH-05 safety cable and the CLP-15 mounting clamp (both available from Chauvet) are appropriate for this product.
  • Page 11: Dmx Linking

    When operating the SlimPAR™ HEX 6 IRC in DMX mode, DMX linking in a daisy chain allows the DMX Linking DMX controller to send DMX signals to all the products. To DMX link a number of SlimPAR™ HEX 6 IRC products into a daisy chain, connect a DMX cable from DMX Out of the DMX controller to DMX In of the first product in the daisy chain.
  • Page 12: Operation

    4. O PERATION To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons underneath the display. Control Panel Description Button Function <MENU> Enters or exits from a menu function <UP> Navigates up through a list or increases a numeric value <DOWN>...
  • Page 13: Dmx Configuration

    DMX personality has more channels, it allows for more control functions. The following sections Configuration describe how to configure the SlimPAR™ HEX 6 for use with a DMX controller. For more information about DMX, see the CHAUVET® DMX Primer, available at http://www.chauvetlighting.com/downloads/DMX_Primer_Rev6_WO.pdf. information about CHAUVET®...
  • Page 14: Dmx Channel Assignments And Values

    DMX Channel The following tables show which DMX channels control which functions in each of the DMX personalities. It is important to understand these channel assignments when operating the product Assignments and with a DMX controller. Values Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 12-CH 000 ó...
  • Page 15: Standalone Configuration

    Use standalone configurations to operate the product without a DMX controller. There are a variety Standalone of standalone modes and they are powerful tools for making exciting looks. Configuration Never connect a product operating in a standalone mode (Sound-Active, Auto Program, or Infrared) to a DMX chain that includes a DMX controller.
  • Page 16: Sound-Active Mode

    Sound-Active Sound-Active mode sets the product to respond to sounds and music. Mode To enable the Sound-Active mode, do the following: 1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until Snd shows on the display. 2. Press <ENTER> and Snd1 (6-color) or Snd2 (63-color) shows on the display. 3.
  • Page 17: Infrared (Ir) Remote Control

    Infrared (IR) Infrared functionality of the SlimPAR™ HEX 6 IRC allows the product to be controlled with an infrared remote controller. The IRC-6 available from CHAUVET® can remotely set the product to Remote Control various modes, as well as adjust program speed and microphone sensitivity.
  • Page 18 IRC-6 Operation cont. Strobe Strobe enables a variable strobe. Any program or color can be made to strobe. The product will strobe as it goes through the Auto Program or Sound-Active modes. To enable, and adjust the rate of, the strobe, do the following: 1.
  • Page 19: Master/Slave Configuration

    Master/Slave configuration allows a single SlimPAR™ HEX 6 IRC (the master) to control the actions Master/Slave of one or more SlimPAR™ HEX 6 IRCs (the slaves) without a DMX controller. Configuration In Master/Slave mode the master is set to operate in Auto Program, Sound-Active, or Infrared mode and the slaves are set to operate in Slave mode.
  • Page 20: Settings Configuration

    The SlimPAR™ HEX 6 IRC can be customized with settings for program speed, sound sensitivity Settings and dimmer speed. Below are instructions for configuring the settings available in the SlimPAR™ Configuration HEX 6 IRC. Program speed sets the speed of the auto programs. Program Speed To set the auto program speed, follow the instructions below: 1.
  • Page 21: Technical Information

    5. T ECHNICAL NFORMATION Dust build-up reduces light output and can cause overheating. To maintain optimum performance in Product a typical environment, clean the product at least twice a month. In a dirty environment, clean the Maintenance product more often. To clean the product, follow the instructions below: 1.
  • Page 22: Technical Specifications

    6. T ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS Length Width Height Weight Dimensions and Weight 9.5 in (241 mm) 8.9 in (226 mm) 3.7 in (95 mm) 4.6 lb (2.2 kg) Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit. Power Input Voltage Range Voltage Selection Switching (internal)
  • Page 23: Returns

    U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, or Mexico. If you live outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, or Mexico, contact your distributor of record and follow their instructions on how to return CHAUVET® products to them. Visit our website for contact details.
  • Page 24: Contact Us

    (954) 577-4455 Email: tech@chauvetlighting.com Fax: (954) 929-5560 Toll free: (800) 762-1084 World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND - Chauvet Europe Ltd. General Information Technical Support Address:Unit 1C Email: uktech@chauvetlighting.com Brookhill Road Industrial Estate Pinxton, Nottingham, UK World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.co.uk...

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