Chauvet LED PAR 38 TRI-B, User Manual

Page 1: ...62 1084 954 929 1115 FAX 954 929 5560 www chauvetlighting com LED PAR 38 TRI B LED PAR 38 TRI C User Manual Snapshot Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound Activated DMX Master Slave Autoswitching Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle ...

Page 2: ... Cable 10 Cable Connectors 10 3 Pin to 5 Pin Conversion Chart 11 Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link 11 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 12 CONFIGURING THE STARTING ADDRESS 12 CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS 12 MENU MAP 13 DMX OPERATION 13 MASTER SLAVE 13 STANDALONE OPERATION 14 Automatic 14 Sound Active 14 Preset Colors 14 Custom Static Color Mixing 14 Fixture Linking 15 DMX CHANNEL VALUES 16 5 APPENDIX 17 DMX PRI...

Page 3: ...e regular text CONVENTION MEANING 10 A DIP switch to be configured Menu A key to be pressed on the fixture s control panel 1 512 A range of values 50 60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen Settings A menu option not to be modified for example showing the operating mode current status MENU Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed ON A value to be entered or selected Icons This...

Page 4: ...ect from power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to replace with same fuse source Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain Maximum ambient temperature Ta is 104 F 40 C Do not operate fixture at temperatures higher than this In the event of a serious operating problem stop using the unit immediately Never try to repair the unit by yourself Repairs carried out by u...

Page 5: ...olor 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 Additional Features Available in black or chrome Tri color LEDs for superior color mixing 1 050mA total Additional power output max 16 units Double bracket yoke doubles as floor stand Includes...

Page 6: ...tric readings have been provided at 1 m 2 m and 3 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: ...r Input Hardwired Power Input Hardwired Microphone Audio Adjustment Knob Fuseholder Gel Frame Gel Frame Release Bracket Adjustment Knob Bracket Adjustment Knob Attachment Bolt not meant to be adjusted DMX Out Light Output Power Output Edison Safety attachment point Hanging mounting 13 mm hole ...

Page 8: ... 0 to 100 switch To determine the power requirements for a particular fixture see the label affixed to the back plate of the fixture or refer to the fixture s specifications chart A fixture s listed current rating indicates its average current draw under normal conditions Always connect the fixture to a circuit with a suitable electrical ground Power Linking This fixture contains power linking via...

Page 9: ...p The hole in each bracket is 13 mm in size When rigging consider routine maintenance and control panel access Please see the following steps for installation Be sure to orient the gel frame release so that it is pointing up Please see the diagram below for a visual reference If the power link out is intended to be used with multiple fixture take into account the length of each power cable and mou...

Page 10: ... please use data grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference DMX Data Cable Use a Belden 9841 or equivalent cable which meets the specifications for EIA RS 485 applications Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances The cable must have the following characteristics Type shielded 2 conductor twisted pair ...

Page 11: ...ART Conductor 3 Pin Female Output 5 Pin Male Input Ground Shield Pin 1 Pin 1 Data signal Pin 2 Pin 2 Data signal Pin 3 Pin 3 Not used Pin 4 Not used Pin 5 Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link 1 Connect the male 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output female 3 pin connector of the controller 2 Connect the end of the cable coming from the controller which will have a female 3 pin connector ...

Page 12: ...Tri B Cfixture uses seven or three DMX channels If this is your first time using DMX we recommend reading the DMX Primer section in the Appendix Control Panel Functions Access control panel functions using the four buttons located directly underneath the LED display on the included wired remote The Control Panel shows the current state of the unit It is used to select the operating mode as well as...

Page 13: ...external DMX controller You must set the starting address for this mode If this is your first time using DMX then it is recommended that you refer to the DMX Primer section in the Appendix of this manual 1 Press MENU until or appears on the LED screen 2 Press ENTER 3 Using UP and DOWN select the desired DMX address Master Slave This is the operating mode which will allow 1 fixture to act as the ma...

Page 14: ...s preprogrammed static color presets These are accessed via the control panel Please see the instructions below for further explanation 1 Press MENU until appears on the LED screen 2 Press ENTER 3 Using UP and DOWN select the desired color preset 4 Press ENTER to confirm settings Custom Static Color Mixing This fixture has the ability to accept custom static color settings These are accessed via t...

Page 15: ...In order to use this fixture in a DMX or master slave operation you must daisy chain using DMX cables to link from one fixture to another In a master slave operation the DMX controller is not connected Additional signal link out DMX controller only in DMX operation ...

Page 16: ...ls only No Function Slow Fast 6 Hz 18 Hz 6 000 031 032 063 064 095 096 127 128 159 160 191 192 223 224 255 Mode RGB mode Pulse effect 0 100 using RGB faders Pulse effect 100 0 using RGB faders Pulse effect 100 0 100 using RGB faders Auto fade transition Auto snap transition 3 colors Auto snap transition 7 colors Sound triggering mode When CH 6 is set between 032 223 CH 5 controls the speed 7 000 2...

Page 17: ...e with three pin XLR male to female connectors The shield connection is pin 1 while pin 2 is Data Negative S and pin 3 is Data positive S General Maintenance To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency As a general rule fixtures should be cleaned at least twice a month Dust build up ...

Page 18: ...al wiring internal and or external Device does not power up No power Check for power on power outlet Loose power cord Check power cord Fixture is not responding to DMX Wrong DMX addressing Check Control Panel and unit addressing Damaged DMX cables Check DMX cables Wrong polarity settings on the controller Check polarity switch settings on the controller Loose DMX cables Check cable connections Fau...

Page 19: ...r UPS packing or double boxing is always a safe method to use CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace product s If you are given an RMA please include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box 1 Your name 2 Your address 3 Your phone number 4 The RMA 5 A brief description of the symptoms Claims Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of...

Page 20: ...ption 120 VAC 60 Hz 26 W 0 4 A max 0 2 A inrush Power Consumption 230 VAC 50 Hz 24 W 0 2 A max 0 2 A inrush Power output 16 units max Fuse F 1 A 250 V LIGHT SOURCE LED 7 3 W 350 mA X3 PHOTOOPTIC Luminance 1 m 1 996 lux Beam Angle 22 Field Angle 42 THERMAL Maximum ambient temperature 104 F 40 C ORDERING INFORMATION LED PAR 38 Tri B Black LEDPAR38TRIB LED PAR 38 Tri C Chrome LEDPAR38TRIC WARRANTY IN...