Slim PAR 56 ILS LED Wash Light User Manual

Slim PAR 56 ILS

User Manual

Edition Notes

The SlimPAR 56 ILS User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation, and maintenance instructions for the SlimPAR 56 ILS as of the release date of this edition.

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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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Document Revision

Go to www.chauvetdj.com for the latest version.

Revision

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Date

| Description
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1

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03/2024

| Initial release.

1. Before You Begin

What Is Included

• SlimPAR 56 ILS
• Power cable
• Quick Reference Guide

Unpacking Instructions

Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition.

Claims

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

Convention

| Meaning
---|---

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

< ENTER>

| A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel

ON

| A value to be entered or selected

Symbols

Symbol

| Meaning
---|---
| Electrical warning. Not following these instructions may cause electrical damage to the product, accessories, or the user.
| 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.

Safety Notes

These Safety Notes include important information about installation, use, and maintenance of the SlimPAR 56 ILS.

■ ALWAYS:

• Connect to a grounded circuit.
• Connect to operating voltages as specified on the product’s spec sticker.
• Disconnect from power before replacing the fuse.
• Disconnect from its power source during periods of inactivity.
• Use a safety cable when suspending overhead.
• Heed all restrictions and warnings on the spec sticker.
• Mount in a location with at least 20 in (50 cm) of ventilation.
• Replace the fuse with the same type and rating.

■ In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using immediately.
■ DO NOT:

• Open this product or attempt any repairs. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
• Look at the light source when the product is on.
• Use if the power cable is crimped or damaged.
• Disconnect by pulling on the power cable.
• Allow flammable materials close to the product when it is operating.
• Touch the housing when it is on.
• Block any ventilation holes/slots in the housing.
• Connect to a dimmer or rheostat.
• Carry the product by its power cable.
• Operate in temperatures higher than 104°F (40°C).
• Expose to environments that exceed the Ingress Protection (IP) rating.
• Expose to rain or moisture.
• Use outdoors.
• Submerge.

Keep this User Manual for future use. If the product is sold to someone else, be sure that they also receive this document.

2. Introduction

Product Overview

#

| Name
---|---

1

| Menu buttons

2

| Display

3

| Microphone

4

| Fuse holder

5

| Power in

6

| Power out

7

| D-Fi USB port

8

| DMX in/out

9

| Safety loop

WARNING! DO NOT plug anything other than a D-Fi USB into the USB type B port. Doing so may cause damage to the product.

Product Dimensions

3. Setup

AC Power

The SlimPAR 56 ILS 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.

Fuse Replacement

1. Disconnect the product from power.

2. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.

3. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.

4. Remove the blown fuse from the holder and replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.

5. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.

6. Installed fuse
   (held by plastic clip)

7. Safety cap

8. Spare fuse holder
   (inside safety cap)

Disconnect the product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse.

Always replace a blown fuse with one of the same type and rating.

Power Linking

This product provides power linking via the outlet located in the back of the product. See the diagram below for further explanation.

Power Linking Diagram

1. Power source
2. 1 st product
3. 2 nd product
4. 3 rd product
5. Additional products

It is possible to link up to 57 SlimPAR 56 ILS products on 120 VAC or up to 62 products on 230 VAC.

The power linking diagram shown above corresponds to the North American version of the product ONLY! If using the product in other markets, consult with the local Chauvet distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may differ by country or region.

Mounting

Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes.

Orientation

The SlimPAR 56 ILS may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product.

Rigging

• Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming.
• Make sure that the structure and attachment points can support the weight before hanging the product (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, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity. The bracket has a 13-mm hole, which is appropriate for this purpose.
• 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.
• When power linking multiple products, mount the products close enough for power linking cables to reach.
• When mounting the product on the floor, make sure that the product and cables are away from people and vehicles.

Mounting Diagram

1. Mounting clamp
   (such as CLP-15N from Chauvet)

2. Hanging bracket

3. Bracket adjustment knobs

4. Safety cable
   (such as CH-05 from Chauvet)

4. Operation

Control Panel Operation

To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the display. Please refer to the Product Overview to see the button locations on the control panel.

Button

| Function
---|---

< MENU>

| Press to find an operation mode or to back out of the current menu option

< UP>

| Press to scroll up the list of options or to find a higher value

< DOWN>

| Press to scroll down the list of options or to find a lower value

< ENTER>

| Press to activate a menu option or a selected value

Menu Map

Refer to the SlimPAR 56 ILS product page on www.chauvetdj.com for the latest menu map.

Mode

| Programming Levels| Description
---|---|---
DMX Mode| 3-CH|

d 1-­510

| 3-channel DMX mode

7-CH

| 7-channel DMX mode

ILS Mode

| iLS|

iLS1-­4

| Selects ILS mode

Static Colors

| C–|

C 1-­7

| Static colors

Programs

| P–|

P 1-­4

| Automatic programs

P 5-­6

| Sound-active programs

Auto Speed

| S–|

S 1-­100

| Program speed for P 1­-6

Sensitivity

| SEnS|

U 1-­100

| Sets sound sensitivity

Custom Color Mixing

| U–|

r 0­-255

| Custom static colors
Combine red, green, and blue

g 0­-255

b 0­-255

DMX Configuration

The SlimPAR 56 ILS works with a DMX controller. Information about DMX is in the Chauvet DMX Primer, which is available from the Chauvet website chauvetlighting.com/downloads/DMX_Primer_rev05_WO.pdf.

Personality and Starting Address

The SlimPAR 56 ILS uses up to 7 DMX channels in the 7-CH DMX mode, which defines the highest configurable address to 506.
When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels the DMX mode uses. If the starting address is set too high, access to some channels could be restricted.
For information about the DMX protocol, download the DMX Primer from www.chauvetdj.com.
To select the personality and starting address, do the following:

1. Press < MENU> repeatedly until 3-CH or 7-CH shows on the display.
2. Press < ENTER>.
3. Use < UP> or < DOWN> to select the starting address, from d 1-510.
4. Press < ENTER>.

D-Fi USB Connectivity

The SlimPAR 56 ILS is able to become a D-Fi wireless receiver/transmitter with the use of the D-Fi USB from Chauvet DJ. Simply set the product’s DMX Personality and DMX Address, set the DIP switch D-Fi receiving/transmitting channel, then plug it into the D-Fi USB port.

WARNING! DO NOT plug anything other than a D-Fi USB into the USB type B port. Doing so may cause damage to the product.

Once plugged in, the D-Fi USB will take over the product. Wired DMX and manual display control / menu buttons will be unavailable until the D-Fi USB is unplugged. The priority levels are:
1. D-Fi USB
2. Wired DMX
3. Manual Digital Display/Menu Buttons

D-Fi USB Compatibility

The D-Fi USB can receive a DMX signal from the D-Fi Hub and the FlareCON Air 2 as well as other D-Fi USB products.

D-Fi USB Configuration

1. Set the DMX Personality and DMX address on the SlimPAR 56 ILS.
2. Use the Chart provided to set BOTH :
   • the Channel, and then
   • The Receiving or Transmitting option
   NOTE: DIP Switch 5 is for Transmitting OR Receiving, please choose carefully.

D-Fi USB DIP Switch Channels

DMX Channel Assignments and Values

3-CH

| 7-CH| Function| Value| Percent/Setting
---|---|---|---|---
1|

1

| Red|

000 255

| 0­-100%

2

|

2

| Green|

000 255

| 0­-100%

3

|

3

| Blue|

000 255

| 0­-100%

–

|

4

| Color macros|

000 015

| No function

016 255

| Color macros

–

|

5

| Strobe
**(when Ch. 6 is 000 031** )|

000 015

| No function

016 255

| Strobe, slow to fast
Automatic program speed
(when Ch. 6 is 032 223 )|

000 255

| Automatic program speed, slow to fast
Sound sensitivity
(when Ch. 6 is 024 255 )|

000 010

| Sound sensitivity off

011 255

| Sound sensitivity, low to high

–

|

6

| Programs|

000 031

| No function

032 063

| Pulse effect, 0­-100%

064 095

| Pulse effect, 100­-0%

096 127

| Pulse effect, 0­-100­-0%

128 159

| Automatic fading program

160 191

| Automatic 3-color snap program

192 223

| Automatic 7-color snap program

224 255

| Sound-active 7-color snap program

–

|

7

| Dimmer|

000 255

| 0­-100%

Standalone Configuration

Set the product in one of the standalone modes to operate without a DMX controller.

Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode 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.

Static Colors

To run the SlimPAR 56 ILS with a preset static color, follow the instructions below.

1. Press < MENU> repeatedly until C– shows on the display.
2. Press < ENTER>.
3. Use < UP> or < DOWN> to select the desired color from C 1­-15.
4. Press < ENTER>.

Programs

To run the SlimPAR 56 ILS with an automatic or sound-active program, follow the instructions below:

1. Press < MENU> repeatedly until P– shows on the display.
2. Press < ENTER>.
3. Use < UP> or < DOWN> to select the desired automatic program from P 1-­4 , or select the desired sound-active program from P 5­-6.
4. Press < ENTER>.

Automatic Program Speed

To set the speed of the automatic program, do the following:

1. Press < MENU> repeatedly until S– shows on the display.
2. Use < UP> or < DOWN> to increase or decrease the program speed, from S 1­-100.
3. Press < ENTER>.

Sound Sensitivity

To set the sound sensitivity of the product, do the following:

1. Press < MENU> repeatedly until SEnS shows on the display.
2. Use < UP> or < DOWN> to increase or decrease the sound sensitivity, from U 1­-100.
3. Press < ENTER>.

The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).

Custom Color Mixing

To run the SlimPAR 56 ILS with a custom static color, follow the instructions below.

1. Press < MENU> repeatedly until U– shows on the display.
2. Press < ENTER>.
3. Use < UP> or < DOWN> to increase or decrease the selected value from _ 0­-255.
4. Press < ENTER> to cycle through the options, r _ (red), G _ (green), and b _ (blue).
5. Repeat steps 3-4 until the product output is set as desired.

Wired Master/Slave Mode

The Master/Slave mode allows a single SlimPAR 56 ILS product (the “master”) to control the actions of one or more SlimPAR 56 ILS products (the “slaves”) without a DMX controller. The master product will be set to operate in standalone mode while the slave products will be set to operate in slave mode. Once set and connected, the slave products will operate in unison with the master product.
Configure the products as indicated below.

Slave products:

1. Press < MENU> repeatedly until 3-CH shows on the display.
2. Press < ENTER>.
3. Use < UP> or < DOWN> to set the starting address to d 1.
4. Press < ENTER>.
5. Connect the DMX input of the first slave product to the output of the master product.
6. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave products to the output of the previous slave product.
7. Finish setting and connecting all the slave products.

Master product:

1. Set the master product to operate in standalone mode or with the IRC-6.
2. Make the master product the first product in the DMX daisy chain.

• Configure all the slave products before connecting the master to the daisy chain.
• Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master.
• Do not connect more than 31 slaves to the master.

D-Fi USB Master/Slave Mode

The D-Fi USB allows a single SlimPAR 56 ILS product (the “master”) to control the actions of one or more SlimPAR 56 ILS products (the “slaves”) without a DMX controller or cables. The master (transmitter) product will be set to operate in standalone mode, while the slave (receiver) products will be set to operate in slave mode. Once set, the slave products will operate in unison with the master product.
Configure the products as indicated below.

Slave products:

1. Press < MENU> repeatedly until 3-CH shows on the display.
2. Press < ENTER>.
3. Use < UP> or < DOWN> to set the starting address to d 1.
4. Press < ENTER>.
5. Set the D-Fi USB to receive on a specific channel, 1­-16.
6. Plug in the D-Fi USB.
7. Finish setting and connecting all the slave products.

Master product:

1. Set the master product to operate in standalone mode.
2. Set the D-Fi USB to transmit on the D-Fi channel the slaves are receiving on.
3. Plug in the D-Fi USB.

• All products must be set to the same DMX personality, DMX address, and D-Fi channel.
• Configure all the slave products before configuring the master to transmit.
• Never connect a DMX controller to a D-Fi channel configured for Master/Slave operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master.

ILS Mode

ILS (Integrated Lighting System) provides 4 modes that synchronize with the GigBAR MOVE+ILS: Modes 1 and 3 synchronize with side 1 of the GigBAR MOVE+ILS, whereas modes 2 and 4 synchronize with side 2 of the GigBAR MOVE+ILS. When linked, effects will sync with the most similar effect on the selected side of the GigBAR MOVE+ILS: Kinta effects will sync with one of the kintas, moving heads will sync with one of the moving heads, and wash effects will sync with one of the pars. Laser effects will sync with the laser, and strobe effects will sync with the strobe effects regardless of ILS mode.
This product will synchronize with the par effect on the selected side of the GigBAR MOVE+ILS.
To set the SlimPAR 56 ILS to respond to an ILS signal:

1. Press < MENU> repeatedly until iLS shows on the display.
2. Use < UP> or < DOWN> to select from iLS1 (side 1), iLS2 (side 2), iLS3 (side 1), or iLS4 (side 2).
3. Press < ENTER>.

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:

1. Unplug the product from power.
2. Wait until the product is at room temperature.
3. Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external surface/vents.
4. Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
5. Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
6. Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface.
7. 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

Dimensions and Weight

Length

| Width| Height| Weight
---|---|---|---
9.7 in (246 mm)| 11.1 in (282 mm)| 2.5 in (64 mm)|

2.2 lb (1 kg)

Note: Dimensions in inches are rounded.

Power

Power Supply Type

| Range| Voltage Selection
---|---|---
Switching (internal)| 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz|

Auto-ranging

Parameter

| 120 V, 60 Hz| 230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption| 11 W|

11 W

Operating Current

| 0.1 A| 0.1 A
Power linking current (products)| 8 A (57 products)|

8 (62 products)

Fuse

| 1 A, 250 V| 1 A, 250 V
Power I/O| U.S./Worldwide|

UK/Europe

Power input connector

| IEC| IEC
Power output connector| Edison|

IEC

Power cable plug

| Edison (U.S.)|

Local Plug

Light Source

Type

| Color| Quantity| Power| Current| Lifespan
---|---|---|---|---|---
LED| Red| 36| 0.25 W| 20 mA|

50,000 hours

Green

| 36
Blue|

36

Photometrics

Strobe Rate

| Beam Angle| Field Angle| Illuminance @ 2 m
---|---|---|---
0 to 20 Hz| 14°| 23°|

1,337 lux

Thermal

Maximum External Temperature

| Cooling System
---|---
104 °F (40 °C)|

Convection

DMX

I/O Connector

| Channel Range
---|---
3-pin XLR|

3 or 7

Ordering

Product Name

| Item Code| UPC Number
---|---|---
SlimPAR 56 ILS| 10032291|

781462226398

Contact Us

General Information

|

Technical Support

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Chauvet World Headquarters

Address: 3360 Davie Rd., Suite 509
Davie, FL 33314
Voice: 954-577-4455
Fax: 954-929-5560
Toll Free: 800-762-1084

| Voice: 844-393-7575
Fax: 954-756-8015
Email: chauvetcs@chauvetlighting.comWebsite: www.chauvetdj.com
Chauvet U.K.

Address: Pod 1 EVO Park
Little Oak Drive, Sherwood Park
Nottinghamshire, NG15 0EB
UK
Voice: +44 (0) 1773 511115
Fax: +44 (0) 1773 511110

| Email: UKtech@chauvetlighting.eu

Website: www.chauvetdj.eu

Chauvet Benelux

Address: Stokstraat 18
9770 Kruishoutem
Belgium
Voice: +32 9 388 93 97

| Email: BNLtech@chauvetlighting.eu

Website: www.chauvetdj.eu

Chauvet France

Address: 3, Rue Ampère
91380 Chilly-Mazarin
France
Voice: +33 1 78 85 33 59

| Email: FRtech@chauvetlighting.fr

Website: www.chauvetdj.eu

Chauvet Germany

Address: Bruno-Bürgel-Str. 11
28759 Bremen
Germany
Voice: +49 421 62 60 20

| Email: DEtech@chauvetlighting.de

Website: www.chauvetdj.eu

Chauvet Mexico

Address: Av. de las Partidas 34 – 3B
(Entrance by Calle 2)
Zona Industrial Lerma
Lerma, Edo. de México, CP 52000
Voice: +52 728-690-2010

| Email: servicio@chauvet.com.mx

Website: www.chauvetdj.mx

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.

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