CHAUVET PROFESSIONAL COLORDASHPARH18X LED Par Wash Light User Manual
- June 1, 2024
- Chauvet Professional
Table of Contents
- 1. Before You Begin
- 2. Introduction
- 3. Setup
- 4. Operation
- 5. Maintenance
- 6. Technical Specifications
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CHAUVET PROFESSIONAL COLORDASHPARH18X LED Par Wash Light User Manual
Edition Notes
The COLORdash Par H18X User Manual includes a description, safety precautions,
installation, programming, operation and maintenance instructions for the
COLORdash Par H18X as of the release date of this edition.
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Lighting) in the United States and other countries. Other company and product
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Intended Audience
Any person installing, operating, and/or maintaining this product should
completely read through the guide that shipped with the product, as well as
this manual, before installing, operating, or maintaining this product.
Disclaimer
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all respects. However, Chauvet assumes no responsibility and specifically
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disruption caused by any errors or omissions in this document, whether such
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1. Before You Begin
What Is Included
- COLORdash Par H18X
- Seetronic Powerkon IP65 power cable
- Gel frame holder
- Omega bracket
- Quick Reference Guide
Claims
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition. 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 a 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 Conventions
Symbols
Safety Notes
Read all the following safety notes before working with this product. These
notes contain important information about the installation, usage, and
maintenance of this product.
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in
this User Manual will only apply to properly trained, certified technicians.
Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs.
All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of
this product.
- The luminaire should be positioned so that prolonged staring into the luminaire at a distance closer than 20 in (0.5 m) is not expected.
- If the external flexible cable or cord of this luminaire is damaged, it shall be replaced by a special cord or cord exclusively available from the manufacturer or its service agent.
- The light source contained in this luminaire shall only be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similar qualified person.
- The luminaire is intended for professional use only.
- CAUTION:
- This product’s housing may be hot when operating. Mount this product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.
- When transferring the product from extreme temperature environments, (e.g., cold truck to warm humid ballroom) condensation may form on the internal electronics of the product. To avoid causing a failure, allow the product to fully acclimate to the surrounding environment before connecting it to power.
- Flashing light is known to trigger epileptic seizures. User must comply with local laws regarding notification of strobe use.
- ALWAYS:
- Disconnect from power before cleaning the product or replacing the fuse.
- Replace the fuse with the same type and rating.
- Use a safety cable when mounting this product overhead.
- Connect this product to a grounded and protected circuit.
- DO NOT:
- Open this product. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
- Look at the light source when the product is on.
- Leave any flammable material within 50 cm of this product while operating or connected to power.
- Connect this product to a dimmer or rheostat.
- Operate this product if the housing, lenses, or cables appear damaged.
- Operate this product outdoors or in any location where dust, excessive heat, water, or humidity may affect it (adhere to standards for the published IP rating).
- ONLY use the hanging/mounting bracket to carry this product.
- The maximum ambient temperature is 113 °F (45 °C). Do not operate this product at higher temperatures.
- The minimum start-up temperature is -4°F (-20°C). Do not start the product at lower temperatures.
- The minimum ambient temperature is -22°F (-30°C). Do not operate the product at lower temperatures.
- To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
- In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using immediately.
If a Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support.
FCC Statement of Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 Part B of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Expected LED Lifespan
Over time, use and heat will gradually reduce LED brightness. Clustered LEDs produce more heat than single LEDs, contributing to shorter lifespans if always used at full intensity. The average LED lifespan is 40,000 to 50,000 hours. To extend LED lifespan, maintain proper ventilation around the product, and limit the overall intensity.
2. Introduction
Description
The COLORdash Par H18X efficiently delivers a broad palette of subtle to saturated color with beautiful precision and over 5,700 lumens of output. Flawlessly smooth 16-bit fades with four selectable dimming curves. Flicker- free output with multiple PWM frequencies. Punch up a hot pink, mix a delicate pastel, pick a perfectly calibrated Kelvin color temperature, or trigger intense strobe effects. With RDM to remotely choose its DMX personality and an OLED display to easily read its onboard menu, the COLORdash PAR H18X is a die- cast workhorse that withstands the rigors of real world use while offering convenient operation and excellent performance, in the rig or on the floor, live or on camera.
Features
- Full-spectrum LED 1×1 format soft light panel style fixture for broadcast, film, and special events
- IP65 rating for all weather use indoors or out
- Linear color temperature presets from 2800 K to 8000 K with high CRI and CQS
- Virtual color wheel with color matched to popular gel colors
- +/- Green adjustment and emulated red-shift via DMX or on-board control
- RDM (Remote Device Management) and CRMX Wireless Control for added flexibility
- Adjustable PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) to avoid flickering on camera
- Virtually silent operation for use in studio applications
- Ultra-smooth 16-bit dimming curves and speeds to complement any lighting scheme
- Easily switch mounting options from Jr Pin to Omega Bracket
- Drop-in slot for diffusers and intensifier filter (sold separately)
- Rugged design for years of rough use in the most extreme conditions
- Easy to use on-board control with full access to all the features of the fixture without the need for a dedicated controller
- USB port for fixture software updates
- 28 VDC power input via 3-pin XLR to power the fixture from an external battery pack
Product Overview
Product Dimensions
3. Setup
AC Power
The COLORdash Par H18X has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the product’s 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 product’s specifications chart. The listed current rating indicates the product’s average current draw under normal conditions.
- Always connect the product to a protected circuit (a circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
- To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Never connect the product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
AC Plug
The COLORdash Par H18X comes with a power input cord terminated with a Seetronic Powerkon IP65 connector on one end and an Edison plug on the other end (U.S. market). If the power input cord that came with the product has no plug, or the user needs to change the plug, use the table below to wire the new plug.
Power-Linking
This product comes with a power input cord. Power-linking cables are available from Chauvet for purchase. It is possible to power link COLORdash Par H18X products. See the table below for the current draw at each voltage and frequency:
Never exceed 12 A on a single circuit. Power-linking cables can be purchased separately
DMX Linking
The COLORdash Par H18X can work with a DMX controller using a 3- or 5-pin DMX connection. If using other DMX-compatible products with this product, it’s possible to control each individually with a single DMX controller.
DMX Personalities
The COLORdash Par H18X uses a 3- or 5-pin DMX data connection for the 6CH, 8CH, 9CH, 13CH, and 14CH DMX personalities.
- Refer to the Operation chapter to learn how to configure the COLORdash Par H18X to work in these personalities.
- The Control Channel Assignments and Values section provides detailed information regarding the DMX personalities.
For information about DMX standards, Master/Slave connectivity, or the DMX cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller, download the DMX Primer from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com.
Remote Device Management
Remote Device Management, or RDM, is a standard for allowing DMX-enabled devices to communicate bi-directionally along existing DMX cabling. Check the DMX controller’s User Manual or with the manufacturer as not all DMX controllers have this capability. The COLORdash Par H18X supports RDM protocol that allows feedback to make changes to menu map options.
Master/Slave Connectivity
The Master/Slave mode allows a COLORdash Par H18X (the master) to control one
or more COLORdash Par H18X products (the slaves) without a DMX controller. One
COLORdash Par H18X becomes the master when running in auto show or VCW modes.
Each slave’s control panel must be configured to operate in Slave mode. During
Master/Slave operation, the slaves will operate in unison with the master.
DO NOT connect a DMX controller to products operating in Master/Slave mode.
The DMX controller signals may interfere with the signals from the master.
- The Operation section of this manual provides detailed instructions on how to configure the master and slaves.
- For more information about DMX standards or the DMX cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller, download the DMX Primer from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com.
Mounting
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes.
Orientation
Always mount this product in a safe position, making sure there is adequate room for ventilation, configuration, and maintenance.
Rigging
Chauvet recommends using the following general guidelines when mounting this product.
- Before deciding on a location for the product, make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming purposes.
- Make sure that the structure and attachment points can support the weight before hanging the product (see the Technical Specifications for weight information).
- When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the product securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.
- When rigging the product onto a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity.
Procedure
The COLORdash Par H18X comes with an omega bracket. Mounting clamps are sold separately. Make sure the clamp is capable of supporting the weight of this product. For the Chauvet Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://www.trusst.com/products. Mounting Diagram
4. Operation
Control Panel Description
Programming
Refer to the menu map to understand the menu options. The menu map shows the main menu and a variable number of programming levels for each option.
- To go to the desired main level, press
- To select an option or value within the current programming level, press
or until the option shows on the display. Press to select. - Press
Passcode
When prompted, enter the following passcode:
Menu Map
DMX Configuration
Use DMX configurations to operate the product with a DMX controller.
DMX Personalities
This setting allows users to choose a particular DMX personality. 1. Go to the DMX Channel main level. 2. Select the desired personality (6Ch, 8Ch, 9Ch, 13Ch, or 14Ch).
- See the DMX Control section for the highest starting address available for each personality.
- Make sure that the starting addresses on the various products do not overlap due to the new personality setting.
DMX Control
In this mode, each product will respond to a unique starting address from the DMX controller. All products with the same starting address will respond in unison.
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Select a DMX personality as shown in DMX Personalities.
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Set the running mode:
a. Go to the Master/Slave main level
b. Select the Master programming level -
Set the starting address:
a. Go to Start Address main level.
b. Select the starting address (001507). The highest recommended starting address for each DMX personality is as follows:
DMX Values
Standalone Configuration
Fixed Color
To select a preset fixed color combination:
- Go to the Static main level.
- Select the desired combination of R (red), G (green), B (blue), A (amber), W (white), and/or UV (ultraviolet), from R, G, B, A, W, UV, RG, RB, RA, RW, RUV, GB, GA, GW, GUV, BA, BW, BUV, AW, AUV, WUV, RGB, RGA, RGW, RGUV, RBA, RBW, RBUV, RAW, RAUV, RWUV, GBA, GBW, GBUV, GAW, GAUV, GWUV, BAW, BAUV, BWUV, AWUV, RGBA, RGBW, RGBUV, RGAW, RGAUV, RGWUV, RBAW, RBAUV, RBWUV, RAWUV, GBAW, GBAUV, GBWUV, GAWUV, BAWUV, RGBAW, RGBAUV, RGBWUV, RGAWUV, RBAWUV, GBAWUV, or RGBAWUV.
Color Temperature
To select a preset color temperature:
- Go to the Static main level.
- Select the Color Temperature option.
- Select the color temperature, from Warm White 1, Warm White 2, Warm White 3, Neutral White 1, Neutral White 2, Neutral White 3, Daylight 1, Daylight 2, Daylight 3, or Daylight 4.
Manual Color Mixer
To manually mix a custom static color:
- Go to the Static main level.
- Select the Manual Color Mixer option.
- Select the color value to alter, from Red, Green, Blue, Amber, White, or UV. 4. Set the value of the selected color, from 000255.
Auto Show
To select an automatic program:
- Go to the Auto show main level.
- Select the program, from Auto 15.
- Set the program speed, from 001100.
Settings Configuration
Master/Slave
The Master/Slave mode allows a group of COLORdash Par H18X products (the slaves) to simultaneously duplicate the output of another COLORdash Par H18X (the master) without a DMX controller. To set each of the slaves:
- Go to the Master/Slave main level
- Select Slave. To set the master: 1. Go to the Master/Slave main level 2. Select Master.
- Select a standalone setting.
- The master is the one that runs a program whether in Auto or Static mode.
- Do not connect a DMX controller to the products configured for Master/Slave operation. The DMX controller may interfere with signals from the master.
- The master should be the first product in the daisy chain.
Dimmer Speed
This setting determines how fast the output of the COLORdash Par H18X changes
when the output value is modified. It provides four different options to
simulate the dimming curve of an incandescent lighting product. To select a
specific dimmer profile, do the following:
1. Go to the Dimmer Speed main level. 2. Select a dimmer curve (Off, Dimmer
1, Dimmer 2, or Dimmer 3).
Off: The output is proportional (linear) to the dimmer channel value. Dimmer
13: The output follows the dimmer value based on the corresponding dimmer
curve, Dimmer 1 being the fastest.
White Balance
This setting determines the maximum output values for each color, which
affects the appearance of the total color output.
1. Go to the White Balance main level. 2. Select from Off (uses factory
default white setting) or Manual (uses a custom white balance). 3. Select the
color value to alter, from Red, Green, Blue, Amber, White, or UV. 4. Set the
maximum value of the selected color, from 125255.
LED Frequency
To adjust the frequency of the pulse width modulation: 1. Go to the LED Frequency main level. 2. Select the frequency, from 600Hz, 1200Hz, 2000Hz, 4000Hz, 6000Hz, or 25kHz.
Back Light
To set how long before an inactive display will turn off: 1. Go to the Back Light main level. 2. Select the length of the backlight timer, from 10S (10 seconds), 30S (30 seconds), 2Min (2 minutes), or Always On.
Key Lock
To lock the display with a passcode: 1. Go to the Key Lock main level. 2. Select On (lock the display) or Off (unlock the display).
Information
To view essential product information: 1. Go to the Information main level. 2. Select Fixture Hours, Version, or UID.
Factory Reset
To reset the product to factory settings: 1. Go to the Reset Factory main level. 2. Select NO (to cancel) or YES (to reset the product configuration).
System Update
To update the firmware with a USB to DMX adapter cable:
- Go to the System Update main level.
- Follow the instructions (Put the update file into the USB stick and connect it to the device through an adapter cable).
- Select NO (to cancel) or YES (to update the firmware).
5. Maintenance
Product Maintenance
Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduction of the light source’s life and/or mechanical wear. To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, clean all lighting products at least twice a month. However, be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be contributing factors to increase the 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 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.
- Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface.
- Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.
6. Technical Specifications
Contact Us
General Information Technical Support
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Address: 3360 Davie Rd. Voice:
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Warranty & Returns
For warranty terms and conditions and return information, please visit our website. For customers in the United States and Mexico: www.chauvetlighting.com/warranty-registration. For customers in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, and Germany: www.chauvetlighting.eu/warranty-registration.