Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Before You Begin ............................1 What Is Included ................................1 Claims ......................................1 Manual Conventions ..................................1 Symbols ....................................... 1 Product At A Glance ..............................2 Safety Notes ................................. 2 Personal Safety .................................... 2 Mounting And Rigging ..................................
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Table of Contents DMX Values (cont.) ..............................17 DMX Values (cont.) ..............................18 5. Technical Information ..........................19 Product Maintenance ..............................19 6. Technical Specifications ......................... 20 Returns ..................................21 Contact Us ..............................21 -ii- COLORdash™ Par-Hex 12 User Manual Rev. 1...
If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from shipping or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not CHAUVET®. Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in this User Manual will only apply to properly trained CHAUVET® certified technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs.
Introduction 2. I NTRODUCTION The COLORdash™ Par-Hex 12 is powered by 12 hex-color RGBAW+UV LEDs that project Description deeply saturated colors, any variation of white, and bold UV, all without multicolor shadows. A split-yoke bracket eliminates the need for floor stands. Power linking, Neutrik® powerCON® power input/output as well as 3- and 5-pin DMX connectors are also included.
Introduction Overview Control Panel DMX Out DMX Out DMX In DMX In Safety Cable Pass-through Power Power In/Out In/Out Fuse Double-Yoke Bracket Front View Rear View Bracket Adjustment Knob Side View Top View COLORdash™ Par-Hex 12 User Manual Rev. 1...
The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation. For more information, you may download Sizing Circuit Breakers from the CHAUVET® website: www.chauvetlighting.com/download/pro. Always connect this product to a protected circuit with an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
17 products at 120 V; up to 27 at 208 V; or up to 30 at 230 V. This product comes with a power input cord. Power linking cables are available from CHAUVET® for purchase. You can link the COLORdash™ Par-Hex 12 to a DMX controller using a 3- or 5-pin DMX DMX Linking connection.
You must supply your own mounting clamps. Make sure the clamps (such as CLP-15 from CHAUVET®) are capable of supporting the weight of this product. Use at least one mounting point per product.
Operation 4. O PERATION Control Panel Button Function Description <MENU> Exits from the current menu or function <ENTER> Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the currently selected value in to the current function <UP> Navigates upward through the menu list or increases the numeric value when in a function <DOWN>...
Operation Menu Map (Cont.) Main Level Programming Levels Description Turns off display backlight after 10 sec of inactivity Turns off display backlight after 20 sec of inactivity BackLite Turns off display backlight after 30 sec of inactivity Display backlight always on Auto Test Turns on all LEDs in sequence for testing...
Operation Use DMX configurations to operate the product with a DMX controller. Configuration (DMX) DMX Personality This setting allows you to choose a particular DMX personality. 1. Go to the Channel main level. 2. Select the desired personality (6 Ch, 8 Ch, 12Ch, 13Ch, HSV or HSI). ·...
Operation Use standalone configuration to operate the product without a DMX controller. Configuration (Standalone) Fixed Static The Fixed Static Color mode allows for preset RGBAW+UV color mixing without a DMX controller. Color 1. Go to the Static main level. 2. Select the Fix C programming level. 3.
Operation Dimming Modes This setting provides three different options to simulate the dimming curve of an incandescent lighting product. 1. Go to the Dim Mode main level. 2. Select a dimmer curve (OFF, DIM1, DIM2, or DIM3). OFF: The output is proportional (linear) to the dimmer. DIM 1–3: The output follows the dimmer based on the corresponding dimmer curve, DIM 1 being the fastest and DIM 3 the slowest.
Operation DMX Values Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 0–100% Saturation 000 ó 255 0–100% Value Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 0–100% Saturation 000 ó 255 0–100% Intensity 6 Ch Channel Function Value...
Operation DMX Values (cont.) 13Ch Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 Fine control (16-bit) Fine Red 000 ó 255 0–100% Green 000 ó 255 Fine control (16-bit) Fine Green 000 ó 255 0–100% Blue 000 ó 255 Fine control (16-bit) Fine Blue 000 ó...
Operation DMX Values (cont.) 12Ch Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 000 ó 255 0–100% Dimmer 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 0–100% Green 000 ó 255 0–100% Blue 000 ó 255 0–100% Amber 000 ó 255 0–100% White 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó...
Technical Information 5. T ECHNICAL NFORMATION To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, you should clean this product Product frequently. Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining the cleaning Maintenance frequency. As a rule, clean this product at least twice a month. Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating.
Technical Information 6. T ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Length Width Height Weight Weight 4.41 in (112 mm) 11.73 in (298 mm) 12.72 in (323 mm) 10 lb (4.54 kg) Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit. Power Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection...
Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause(s) for the return. Clearly label the package with an RMA number. CHAUVET® will refuse any product returned without an RMA number.
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