SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual Rev. 1
Contents
1. 0 to 100 7 Auto Programs z 128 U 159 Color fade 160 0 191 4 color snap 192 223 15 color snap 224 255 Sound Active 000 U 051 Dimmer mode manually set in Menu Options 052 101 Dimmer mode off 9 Dim Mode 102 U 152 Dimmer mode 1 fast speed 153 203 Dimmer mode 2 medium speed 204 U 255 Dimmer mode 3 slow speed O1 AJOIN 4 Channel Channel Function Value Setting Amber 000 255 0 to 100 AJOIN SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual Page 11 of 18 Configuration Standalone D Sound Active Mode Sound Sensitivity E Automatic Mode Program Speed Page 12 of 18 1 Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller 2 Connect the product to a suitable power outlet Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode Static Auto or Sound Active to a DMX string connected to a DMX controller Products in standalone mode may transmit DMX signals that could interfere with the DMX signals from the controller To enable the Sound Active mode do the following 1 Press MENU repeatedly until Snd shows on the display 2 Press ENTER and Snd1 4 color or Snd2 15 color shows on the display 3 Use UP or DOWN to select the desired Sound Active program 4 Press ENTER To set the sound sensitivity follow the instructions below 1 Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until SenS shows on the display 2 Use U2. 60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen Settings A menu option not to be modified Menu gt Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed lt ENTER gt A key to be pressed on the product s control panel ON A value to be entered or selected Sym bols Symbol Meaning Critical installation configuration or operation information Not following these instructions may make the product not work cause damage to the product or cause harm to the operator Important installation or configuration information The product may not function correctly if this information is not used Useful information E gt Disclaimer The information and specifications contained in this User Manual are subject to change without 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 Download the latest version from www chauvetlighting com Copyright 2013 CHAUVETE All rights reserved Electronically published by CHAUVETO in the United States of America Author Date Editor Date A Leon 07 12 13 T Yeago 07 15 13 SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual Page 3 of 18 Product at a Glance Safety Notes Page 4 of 18 A Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound Activated DMX Master Slave Auto Programs P Auto ranging Power Supply P Replaceable Fuse P X User Serviceable These notes include important information about the mounting
3. contact CHAUVET Contact your distributor See www chauvetlighting com for distributors outside the U S United Kingdom or Ireland If you live outside the U S United Kingdom or Ireland contact your distributor of record and follow their instructions on how to return CHAUVET products to them Visit our website for contact details Call the corresponding CHAUVET Technical Support office and request a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number before shipping the product Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return You must send the merchandise prepaid in its original box and with its original packing and accessories CHAUVET will not issue call tags Clearly label the package with the RMA number CHAUVET will refuse any product returned without an RMA number Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box Before sending the product clearly write the following information on a piece of paper and place it inside the box Your name Your address Your phone number RMA number A brief description of the problem Be sure to pack the product properly Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging will be your responsibility FedEx packing or double boxing are recommended CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned product s World Headquarters U
4. off 5 Press ENTER to select color value and continue to the next color 6 Repeat steps 3 to 5 until you create your desired color Selecting the To select the dimmer mode do the following Dimmer Mode 1 Press MENU repeatedly until dIM shows on the display 2 Press ENTER and one of the following shows on the display OFF dimmer speed off dIM1 dimmer mode 1 fast speed dIM2 dimmer mode 2 middle speed dIM3 dimmer mode 3 slow speed 3 Use UP or DOWN to select the desired dimmer mode 4 Press lt ENTER gt Infrared Remote The SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC is fully compatible with the Infrared Remote Control IRC Control from CHAUVET To enable use with the IRC follow the instructions below 1 Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until SET shows on the display 2 Press lt ENTER gt and On turns on the infrared sensor or OFF turns off the infrared sensor shows on the display 3 Press UP or lt DOWN gt to select the desired option 4 Press ENTER SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual Page 13 of 18 IRC Operation Note Make sure to point the IRC directly at the receiver on the front of the product Page 14 of 18 Q 4 9 O Q IR REMOTE w Y 9 9 O EQ D c 2 9 Oo La zzz cw rr pa Automatic Mode Automatic mode will enable you to run the automatic programs on the product To turn on Automatic mode 1 Press AUTO on the IRC 2 Press lt g
5. usage and maintenance of this product read before using the product Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing the fuse Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged Never disconnect the product from power by pulling or tugging on the cord If mounting the product overhead always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating Do not touch the product s housing when operating because it may be very hot Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product The product is for indoor use only IP20 To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose the product to rain or moisture Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation at least 20 in 50 cm from adjacent surfaces Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product s housing are blocked Never connect the product to a dimmer Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part Always use the hanging mounting bracket or the handles The maximum ambient temperature Ta is 104 F 40 C D
6. 5iimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual CA A ee aua ma Pn EE E HTA Fae fag fee ada Ea x S wa CHA Valve Innovation Performance SS Green Thinking TABLE OF CONTENTS loB You COUN meme CU 3 LEIA oat ale 0 st oue e mr O A A eee ee eee mere ere 3 UAPackIng ASTUCIA e a a 3 GIC HI ARN RU EU TUTTI 3 TEXT OOHVelllol S scena eeutrinttetekmkekoteketele tube dada 3 O ERE ERE 3 Mec AAA 3 Producta Fs A EE 4 riae 4 2 INtoduclO Mini 5 OWS OW acces etc allan 5 DIMENSIONS E Em 6 DM UD eR RES 7 COT OB en de snc E Snr M EE uM Le Ea E E Lee uL E A A 7 FUSO REDIACEMOM TM RIP ene Eae a reee aE eo arai tne ETE EE 7 TT 8 MOUNUIN E iria ario ad A 9 A O O Mri M M EI d 9 sero PL ee See 9 A ODEIO M ee mE 10 Control Panel Oe aC iis reece tio 10 ISl Mesas iiia dad OO 10 Sese cci eB A 10 JC o PA 10 DMX Channel Modes Assignments and Values ccooccocncoccconcocnconoconionnnonconocanonnnoncnnanonannnos 11 A A E E E A E NE E E E 11 AONANE lena I TETTE THEE 11 Gontiguration Standa ONE uszastaaaa E D DA uA I Rn NL n eer De amine aio 12 SolhdsAclVe MOCGG zs eite eot cete drei dra a E ntuea cnn s 12 Sound Sens tv ERO a e E ne ad 12 A O a a a e E A e Oa 12 mie f ltkejs o ec MMC rS 12 SO xau eS MI aM PM La e P II Pee 13 Custom Gol MANG ii E E R 13 Selecting the Dimmer Mode s
7. P or DOWN to select the desired sound sensitivity u 0 u100 3 Press ENTER The product will only respond to low frequencies of music bass and drums To enable the Automatic mode do the following 1 Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until P shows on the display 2 Press ENTER and P 1 P 4 shows on the display 3 Use UP or DOWN to select the desired auto program P 1 4 color snap P 2 4 color fade P 3 15 color snap P 4 15 color fade 4 Press ENTER To set the auto program speed follow the instructions below Press MENU repeatedly until S shows on the display 2 Use UP or DOWN to select the desired auto program speed S 1 S100 slow to fast 3 Press ENTER SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual Static Colors To select a preset static color do the following 1 Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until C shows on the display 2 Press ENTER and C 1 C 15 shows on the display 3 Use UP or DOWN to select the desired preset color 4 Press ENTER Custom Color To custom mix a color follow the instructions below Mixing 1 Press MENU repeatealy until U shows on the display 2 Press ENTER and one of the following colors shows on the display rXXX red gXXX green bXXX blue or AXXX amber 3 Press lt ENTER gt repeatedly to select the desired color 4 Use UP or DOWN to select the desired color value 0 255 NOTE Selecting 0 will turn the color
8. cocto o E E OOO OE eie mE NUR UR PL LUIS Ce ERE COd Ra nce S Lade Ee 13 Infrared Remote Control ccccecceccecsccercececcececceccsceccuseccucesteccerersucesseccusencecarseccesercesseseccutencucarsereuss 13 IRG Opera e eee er ey eee 14 Master Slave Modena ta a decus Reel e delere A ni beso CE dae ce TL Oe 15 5 Technical Information ais 16 Product MAINTENANCE iii OA be ted e Ute e Let ipie Dc e Ded 16 6 Technical SDBcITICatlOTiS aicsin ea 17 BIS E E EEA E E 18 GOmtacr US rea EE EE eee ee 18 Page 2 of 18 SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What Is SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC Power Cord Hanging Bracket with Mountin Warranty Card Included ging g y Hardware Quick Reference Guide Unpacking Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition Instructions Claims f 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 For other issues such as missing components or parts damage not related to shipping or concealed damage file a claim with CHAUVET within 7 days of delivery Text Convention Meaning Conventions 1 512 A range of values 50
9. e away from people and vehicles Safety Cable Mounting Clamp e Pa Double Bracketed ms J Yoke N eA Bracket Adjustment Knobs Mounting Diagram Overhead Mounting Mounting SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual Page 9 of 18 4 OPERATION Control Panel To access the control panel functions use the four buttons located underneath the display Operation Button Function lt MENU gt Selects an operation mode or backs out of the current menu option lt UP gt Scrolls up the list of options or selects a higher value lt DOWN gt Scrolls down the list of options or selects a lower value lt ENTER gt Activates a menu option or a selected value Menu M ap Mode Programming Steps Description DMX 4 CH Personalities Selects the DMX personality and and Starting starting address Address Static Colors Selects static color Auto Programs Pe PAPA Selects auto program Program Speed S S 1 S100 Selects auto program speed slow to fast Sound Active Selects Sound Active program 4 color Mode Selects Sound Active program 15 color Sound m Sensitivity Sets sound sensitivity Red 0 100 Green 0 100 Blue 0 100 Amber 0 100 Dimmer off Custom Color Mixing Dimmer fast speed Dimmer Mode Dimmer medium speed Dimmer slow speed Infrared SET Turns infrared on or off OFF Configuration Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller DMX 1 Connect the produc
10. gured for Master Slave operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master unit Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master unit SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual Page 15 of 18 5 ECHNICAL INFORMATION Maintenance Page 16 of 18 Product Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating This can lead to reduction of the light source s life and mechanical wear To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear clean the product at least twice a month However usage and environmental conditions contribute to increased cleaning frequency To clean the product follow the instructions below Unplug the product from power Wait until the product is at room temperature Use a vacuum or dry compressed air and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external surface vents Clean all external optics and glass transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution ammonia free glass cleaner or isopropyl alcohol Apply the solution directly to a soft lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue ooftly wipe any dirt or grime to the outside edges of the external optics or glass transparent surface Gently polish the external optics and glass transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint Always dry the external optics and glass transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual 6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensi
11. he risk of electrocution or fire Never connect the product to a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 100 switch Fuse Replacement N Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse Disconnect the product from power Wedge the tip of a flat head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder Pry the fuse holder out of the housing Remove the blown fuse from the holder Replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power Installed fuse held by plastic clip ox OS SOC IQ ues ei Safety cap f Spare fuse holder 4 inside safety cap 4 A spare fuse is not included however the safety cap has room for a spare N Always replace a blown fuse with another of the same type and rating SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual Page 7 of 18 Power Linking The product provides power linking via the Edison IEC outlet located in the back of the unit st nd rd Power Linking 1 Product 2 Product 3 Product Diagram Additional Products You can power link up to 21 SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC units on 120 VAC or up to 39 SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC units on 230 VAC e 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 co
12. l the button is pressed again Note The IRC will not respond to any inputs when Black Out is activated If the remote does not respond when a button is pressed try pressing BLACK OUT gt You may have inadvertently activated Black Out SlimPAR M QUAD 3 IRC User Manual Master Slave The Master Slave mode allows a single SlimPAR M QUAD 3 IRC unit the master to Mode control the actions of one or more SlimPAR M QUAD 3 IRC units the slaves without the need of a DMX controller The master unit will be set to operate in either Automatic or Sound Active mode while the slave units will be set to operate in Slave mode Once set and connected the slave units will operate in unison with the master unit Configure the units as indicated below Slave units 1 Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until any DMX personality shows on the display Press lt ENTER gt to accept Set the DMX address to d 1 Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master unit Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave units to the DMX output of the previous slave unit 6 Finish setting and connecting all the slave units Master unit 1 Setthe master unit to operate in either Automatic or Sound Active mode 2 Make the master unit the first unit in the DMX daisy chain e uh ee Configure all the slave units before connecting the master unit to the DMX daisy chain Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string confi
13. nited Kingdom amp Ireland CHAUVET CHAUVET Europe Lid General Information General Information Address 5200 NW 108th Avenue Address Unit 1C Sunrise FL 33351 Brookhill Road Industrial Estate Voice 954 577 4455 Pinxton Nottingham UK Fax 954 929 5560 NG16 6NT Toll free 800 762 1084 Voice 44 0 1773 511115 Fax 44 0 1773 511110 Technical Support Technical Support Voice 954 577 4455 Press 4 Email uktech chauvetlighting com Fax 954 756 8015 Email tech chauvetlighting com World Wide Web www chauvetlighting com World Wide Web www chauvetlighting co uk SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual
14. nnectors and requirements may differ in your country or region Page 8 of 18 SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual Mounting Before mounting the product read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes Orientation The SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC may be mounted in any position however make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product Rigging Before deciding on a location always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming Make sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting the product can support the product s weight see the Technical Specifications When mounting the product overhead always use a safety cable Mount the product securely to a rigging point such as an elevated platform or a truss When rigging the product onto a truss you should use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity The brackets have a 13 mm hole which is appropriate for this purpose When power linking multiple products you must always consider the length of the power linking cable and mount the products close enough for the cable to reach The bracket adjustment knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming the product to the desired angle Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually Using tools could damage the knobs The double bracketed yoke also serves as a floor support When mounting the product on the floor make sure that the product and cables ar
15. o not operate the product at higher temperatures In the event of a serious operating problem stop using the product immediately Never try to repair the product Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction Contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center This product is not intended for permanent installation Keep this User Manual for future use If you sell the product to another user be sure to give this document to the next owner SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual 2 INTRODUCTION Overview DMX In Safety Loop Fuse Holder AAA vU A AAA Display DMX Out Power Out Back Panel View SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manua Page 5 of 18 Dimensions Pas 4 se E 8 3 in 210 mm 4 3 in Page 6 of 18 SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual 3 SETUP AC Power The SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC has an auto ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range of 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz To determine the products power requirements circuit breaker power outlet and wiring use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product s back panel or refer to the products specifications chart The listed current rating indicates the product s average current draw under normal conditions Always connect the product to a protected circuit circuit breaker or fuse Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid t
16. ons and Weight Power Light Source Photo Optic Thermal DMX Ordering 8 3 in 210 mm Length Power Supply Type Switching internal Parameter Consumption Operating current Power linking current units Fuse Power I O Power input connector Power output connector Power Cord plug Type LED Color Quad color Parameter Illuminance O 2 m Beam angle Field angle Strobe rate Maximum External Temp 104 F 40 C I O Connectors 3 pin XLR Product Name SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual 7 4 in 187 mm Height 4 3 in 108 mm Note Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit Range 100 240 V 50 60 Hz 120 V 60 Hz 44 W 0 4 A 8 A 21 units F 1A 250 V US Worldwide IEC Edison Edison US Power 5W Quantity 3 1065 Ix 20 34 0 17 Hz Cooling System Convection Connector Type Sockets Item Code 03030738 Weight 3 6 Ib 1 7 kg Voltage Selection Auto ranging 230 V 50 Hz 46 W 0 2A 8 A 39 units F 1 A 250 V UK Europe IEC IEC Local plug Lifespan 50 000 hours Current 500 mA x 3 Channel Range 4 9 UPC Number 781462210861 ROHS Page 17 of 18 Returns E E Contact Us Page 18 of 18 To return a product or request support In the U S contact CHAUVET World Headquarters see below In the UK or Ireland contact CHAUVET Europe Ltd see below In any other country DO NOT
17. t or lt gt to choose between any different auto programs To adjust the speed of the automatic program 1 Press lt SPEED gt on the IRC 2 Press 96 3 Press lt gt or lt gt to either increase or decrease the speed of the program Sound Active Mode Sound Active mode will enable the product to respond to the music To turn on Sound Active mode 1 Press SOUND on the IRC To adjust sound sensitivity in Sound Active mode 1 Press SENSITIVITY on the IRC 2 Press 96 3 Press lt gt or lt gt to either increase or decrease sound sensitivity Manual Color Control To choose a specific color with the IRC 1 Press MANUAL on the IRC 2 Press any number between 0 9 to choose your color To manually control the RGB percentage 1 Press MANUAL on the IRC 2 Press R5 lt G gt or B to choose your color 3 Press lt gt or lt gt to increase or decrease the percentage of each color Miscellaneous Operation To adjust the strobe rate of the program 1 Press lt STROBE gt on the IRC 2 Press lt gt or lt gt to increase or decrease the strobe rate 3 Press lt STROBE gt again to turn off the strobe To change the switching effect of the program 1 Press lt FADE SNAP gt on the IRC Fade will slowly switch the effect Snap will rapidly switch the effect To black out the lights 1 Press BLACK OUT gt on the IRC This will turn off all the lights unti
18. t to a suitable power outlet 2 Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input Socket on the product Starting Address When selecting a starting DMX address always consider the number of DMX channels the selected DMX mode uses If you choose a starting address that is too high you could restrict the access to some of the product s channels The SlimPAR M QUAD 3 IRC uses up to 9 DMX channels in its 9 channel DMX mode which defines the highest configurable address to 504 If unfamiliar with DMX download the DMX Primer from www chauvetlighting com To select the DMX personality and starting address do the following 1 Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until 4 CH 4 channel mode or 9 CH 9 channel mode shows on the display 2 Press ENTER and d 1 d512 shows on the display 3 Use UP or DOWN to select the starting address 4 Press ENTER Page 10 of 18 SlimPAR QUAD 3 IRC User Manual DMX Channel Modes Assignments and Values 9 Channel Channel Function Value Setting 1 Red 0000 255 Oto 100 Green 0000 255 0 to 100 000 U 255 0to 100 Amber 000 U 255 Oto 100 s 000 U 015 No function 016U 255 Color macros 000 010 No function 6 011U 255 Slow to fast Auto programs speed slow to fast Maid when Channel 7 is 032 to 223 000 U 031 No function 032 063 0to 100 064 095 10096 to O 096 127 100 to
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search