ABLE OF ONTENTS 1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... 3 ... 3 HAT IS INCLUDED ... 3 NPACKING NSTRUCTIONS ... 3 ANUAL ONVENTIONS ... 3 CONS ... 4 AFETY NSTRUCTIONS 2. INTRODUCTION ... 5 ... 5 ONTROL EATURES Additional Features ... 5 ...
In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing. Manual Conventions CHAUVET® manuals use the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information from the regular text. ONVENTION [10] <Menu>...
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. ...
2. I NTRODUCTION Control Features Additional Features Product Overview Control Panel Microphone DMX In DMX Out 2. Introduction 3 or 7-channel DMX-512 slim 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...
The maximum quantity of fixtures that may be linked is 43. 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.
Mounting Orientation The SlimPAR™ 38 may be mounted in any safe position. Rigging Be sure that the structure can support the weight of the fixture. Please see the “Technical Specifications” section of this manual for a detailed weight listing. Mount the fixture securely. This may be done with a screw, nut and bolt, or a hanging clamp.
Signal Linking 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. DMX controller (only in DMX operation) Fixture #1 Fixture #2 Fixture #3 Additional signal link out 3.
4. O PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Control Panel Functions Access control panel functions using the four buttons located directly underneath the LED display on the control panel. <MENU> <DOWN> <ENTER> The Control Panel shows the current state of the unit. It is used to select the operating mode, as well as the sub-features.
In addition, you should note the starting address selected for future reference. The SlimPAR™ 38 uses seven or three DMX channels. If this is your first time using DMX, we recommend reading the “DMX Primer” section in the “Appendix”.
Standalone Operation Automatic This fixture has preprogrammed chases. These are accessed via the control panel. The speed may be adjusted for the chases. Please see the instructions below for further explanation. Press <MENU> until Press <ENTER>. Using <UP> and <DOWN>, select the desired program ( Press <ENTER>.
Device does not power up Fixture is not responding to DMX Loss of signal If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET® Technical Support. 5. Appendix OSSIBLE AUSE Check total load placed on the ...
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.
Cable Connectors Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end. DMX connector configuration INPUT Terminator Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common can cause a ground loop, and your fixture may perform erratically. Test cables with an ohm meter to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other.
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: Conductor Ground/Shield Data ( - ) signal Data ( + ) signal Not used Not used...
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.
Beam angle... 17° Field angle ... 29° THERMAL Maximum ambient temperature ... 104° F (40° C) ORDERING INFORMATION SlimPAR™ 38 ... SLIMPAR38 WARRANTY INFORMATION Warranty ... 2-year limited warranty ONTACT W o r l d W i d e General Information CHAUVET®...
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