Chauvet Professional COLORdash Par H18X User manual

User Manual
Model ID: COLORDASHPARH18X

COLORdash Par H18X User Manual Rev. 2
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.
Trademarks
Chauvet, Chauvet Professional, the Chauvet logo, and COLORdash are registered trademarks or
trademarks of Chauvet & Sons, LLC (d/b/a Chauvet and Chauvet Lighting) in the United States and other
countries. Other company and product names and logos referred to herein may be trademarks of their
respective companies.
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are owned by Chauvet.
© Copyright 2023 Chauvet & Sons, LLC. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
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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
Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects. However,
Chauvet assumes no responsibility and specifically disclaims any and all liability to any party for any loss,
damage, or disruption caused by any errors or omissions in this document, whether such errors or
omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause. Chauvet reserves the right to revise the
content of this document without any obligation to notify any person or company of such revision, however,
Chauvet has no obligation to make, and does not commit to make, any such revisions. Download the latest
version from www.chauvetprofessional.com.
Document Revision
Go to www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest version.
Revision Date Description
2 09/2023 Added revision log/DC Power Section and USB Software Update section removed.

COLORdash Par H18X User Manual Rev. 2
Table of Contents
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin ....................................................................... 1
What Is Included ........................................................................................... 1
Claims ........................................................................................................... 1
Text Conventions .......................................................................................... 1
Symbols ........................................................................................................ 1
Safety Notes.................................................................................................. 2
FCC Statement of Compliance ..................................................................... 3
Expected LED Lifespan................................................................................. 3
2. Introduction ................................................................................ 4
Description .................................................................................................... 4
Features........................................................................................................ 4
Product Overview.......................................................................................... 4
Product Dimensions ...................................................................................... 5
3. Setup ........................................................................................... 6
AC Power...................................................................................................... 6
AC Plug .............................................................................................................. 6
Power-Linking .................................................................................................... 6
DMX Linking.................................................................................................. 6
DMX Personalities.............................................................................................. 6
Remote Device Management............................................................................. 6
Master/Slave Connectivity.................................................................................. 7
Mounting ....................................................................................................... 7
Orientation.......................................................................................................... 7
Rigging ............................................................................................................... 7
Procedure........................................................................................................... 7
4. Operation .................................................................................... 8
Control Panel Description ............................................................................. 8
Programming................................................................................................. 8
Passcode ...................................................................................................... 8
Menu Map ..................................................................................................... 9
DMX Configuration........................................................................................ 12
DMX Personalities.............................................................................................. 12
DMX Control....................................................................................................... 12
DMX Values .................................................................................................. 13
14Ch / 13Ch / 9Ch / 8Ch / 6Ch .......................................................................... 13
Standalone Configuration.............................................................................. 15
Fixed Color......................................................................................................... 15
Color Temperature ............................................................................................. 15
Manual Color Mixer ............................................................................................ 15
Auto Show.......................................................................................................... 15
Settings Configuration................................................................................... 15
Master/Slave ...................................................................................................... 15
Dimmer Speed ................................................................................................... 15
White Balance .................................................................................................... 16
LED Frequency .................................................................................................. 16
Back Light .......................................................................................................... 16
Key Lock ............................................................................................................ 16
Information ......................................................................................................... 16
Factory Reset..................................................................................................... 16
System Update................................................................................................... 16

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5. Maintenance................................................................................ 17
Product Maintenance .................................................................................... 17
6. Technical Specifications ........................................................... 18
Contact Us ...................................................................................... 19
Warranty & Returns....................................................................................... 19

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COLORdash Par H18X User Manual Rev. 2
Before You Begin
1. Before You Begin
What Is Included
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
• COLORdash Par H18X
• Seetronic Powerkon IP65 power cable
• Gel frame holder
• Omega bracket
• Quick Reference Guide
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
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.
The term “DMX” used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A digital data
transmission protocol.

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Before You Begin
COLORdash Par H18X User Manual Rev. 2
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.
• 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 startup 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.
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.
If a Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support.

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FCC Statement of Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 Part B of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. 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.

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Introduction
COLORdash Par H18X User Manual Rev. 2
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 1x1 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
Menu
buttons
LCD
display
Power
in/out
5-pin DMX
in/out
3-pin DMX
in/out

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Introduction
Product Dimensions
4.38 in
111.5 mm
12.45 in
316.4 mm
8.68 in
220.7 mm
9.25 in
235 mm

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Setup
COLORdash Par H18X User Manual Rev. 2
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.
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.
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.
• 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.
Connection Wire (U.S.) Wire (Europe) Screw Color
AC Live Black Brown Yellow or Brass
AC Neutral White Blue Silver
AC Ground Green/Yellow Green/Yellow Green
100 V, 60 Hz 120 V, 60 Hz 208 V, 60 Hz 230 V, 50 Hz 240 V, 50 Hz
Current Draw 1.580 A 1.305 A 0.773 A 0.704 A 0.679 A
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.

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Setup
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.
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
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.
Safety cable
Mounting clamp
Overhead mounting
Surface mounting
Omega bracket

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Operation
COLORdash Par H18X User Manual Rev. 2
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 <MENU> repeatedly until the option shows on the display.
Press <ENTER> to select.
• To select an option or value within the current programming level, press <UP> or <DOWN> until
the option shows on the display. Press <ENTER> to select.
• Press <MENU> repeatedly to exit to the previous main level.
Passcode
When prompted, enter the following passcode: <UP>, <DOWN>, <UP>, <DOWN>, <ENTER>.
This passcode cannot be changed.
Button Function
<MENU> Exits from the current menu or function
<ENTER> Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the currently selected value into the selected
function
<UP> Navigates upwards through the menu list or increases the numeric value when in a function
<DOWN> Navigates downwards through the menu list or decreases the numeric value when in a
function

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Operation
Menu Map
Refer to the COLORdash Par H18X product page on www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest menu map.
Main Level Programming Levels Description
DMX Address 001–507 Sets the starting address
DMX Channel
6CH 6-channel: RGBAWUV
8CH 8-channel: dimmer, RGBAWUV,
strobe
9CH 9-channel: 16-bit dimmer,
RGBAWUV, strobe
13CH
13-channel: dimmer, RGBAWUV,
strobe, color macro, color
temperature, auto programs and
speed, dimmer mode
14CH
14-channel: 16-bit dimmer,
RGBAWUV, strobe, color macro,
color temperature, auto programs and
speed, dimmer mode
Static Fixed Color
RRed
GGreen
BBlue
AAmber
WWhite
UV Ultraviolet (UV)
RG Red/Green
RB Red/Blue
RA Red/Amber
RW Red/White
RUV Red/UV
GB Green/Blue
GA Green/Amber
GW Green/White
GUV Green/UV
BA Blue/Amber
BW Blue/White
BUV Blue/UV
AW Amber/White
AUV Amber/UV
WUV White/UV
RGB Red/Green/Blue
RGA Red/Green/Amber
RGW Red/Green/White
RGUV Red/Green/UV
RBA Red/Blue/Amber
RBW Red/Blue/White
RBUV Red/Blue/UV

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Static
(cont.)
Fixed Color
(cont.)
RAW Red/Amber/White
RAUV Red/Amber/UV
RWUV Red/White/UV
GBA Green/Blue/Amber
GBW Green/Blue/White
GBUV Green/Blue/UV
GAW Green/Amber/White
GAUV Green/Amber/UV
GWUV Green/White/UV
BAW Blue/Amber/White
BAUV Blue/Amber/UV
BWUV Blue/White/UV
AWUV Amber/White/UV
RGBA Red/Green/Blue/Amber
RGBW Red/Green/Blue/White
RGBUV Red/Green/Blue/UV
RGAW Red/Green/Amber/White
RGAUV Red/Green/Amber/UV
RGWUV Red/Green/White/UV
RBAW Red/Blue/Amber/White
RBAUV Red/Blue/Amber/UV
RBWUV Red/Blue/White/UV
RAWUV Red/Amber/White/UV
GBAW Green/Blue/Amber/White
GBAUV Green/Blue/Amber/UV
GBWUV Green/Blue/White/UV
GAWUV Green/Amber/White/UV
BAWUV Blue/Amber/White/UV
RGBAW Red/Green/Blue/Amber/White
RGBAUV Red/Green/Blue/Amber/UV
RGBWUV Red/Green/Blue/White/UV
RGAWUV Red/Green/Amber/White/UV
RBAWUV Red/Blue/Amber/White/UV
GBAWUV Green/Blue/Amber/White/UV
RGBAWUV Red/Green/Blue/Amber/White/UV
Color
Temperature
Warm White 1
Preset white color temperatures
Warm White 2
Warm White 3
Neutral White 1
Neutral White 2
Neutral White 3
Daylight 1
Daylight 2
Daylight3
Daylight 4
Main Level Programming Levels Description

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Operation
Static
(cont.)
Manual Color
Mixer
Red
000–255
Combine red, green, blue, amber,
white, and ultraviolet to make a
custom color (0–100%)
Green
Blue
Amber
White
UV
Auto show Auto 1–5 001–100 Automatic programs and speed
Master/Slave Master DMX mode (Master)
Slave Slave mode
Dimmer Mode Off Linear dimmer
Dimmer1–3 Dimmer speed, fast (1) to slow (3)
White Balance
Off Uses factory default white setting
Manual
Red
125–255
Sets maximum red value
Green Sets maximum green value
Blue Sets maximum blue value
Amber Sets maximum amber value
White Sets maximum white value
UV Sets maximum UV value
LED Frequency
600Hz
Sets the Pulse Width Modulation
frequency
1200Hz
2000Hz
4000Hz
6000Hz
25kHz
Back Light
10S Display turns off after 10 seconds
30S Display turns off after 30 seconds
2Min Display turns off after 2 minutes
Always On Display stays on
Key Lock
On Locks the display. Passcode: <UP>,
<DOWN>, <UP>, <DOWN>,
<ENTER>
Off
Information
Fixture Hours <_ _ _ _ _ H> Shows hours product has been on
Version <V_._ _ _ _ _ _> Shows the current firmware version
UID <_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _> Shows the product UID
Reset Factory NO Reset to factory default settings
YES
System Update
Put the update file into the USB stick and
connect it to the device through an adapter
cable. Update firmware via USB to DMX
adapter cable
NO
YES
Main Level Programming Levels Description

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Operation
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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).
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.
1. Select a DMX personality as shown in DMX Personalities.
2. Set the running mode:
a. Go to the Master/Slave main level
b. Select the Master programming level
3. Set the starting address:
a. Go to Start Address main level.
b. Select the starting address (001–507).
The highest recommended starting address for each DMX personality is as follows:
•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 Personality Starting Address
14Ch 499
13Ch 500
9Ch 504
8Ch 505
6Ch 507

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Operation
DMX Values
14Ch / 13Ch / 9Ch / 8Ch / 6Ch
6CH 8CH 9CH 13CH 14CH Function Value Percent/Setting
–11 1 1Dimmer 000  255 0–100%
– – 2 – 2 Fine dimmer 000  255 0–100%
123 2 3Red 000  255 0–100%
234 3 4Green 000  255 0–100%
345 4 5Blue 000  255 0–100%
456 5 6Amber 000  255 0–100%
567 6 7White 000  255 0–100%
678 7 8UV 000  255 0–100%
–89 8 9Strobe 000  010 No function
011  255 Strobe, slow to fast
––– 9 10Color macro
000  010 No function
011 Red full
012  029 Red full, green increases
030 Red and green full
031  049 Green full, red decreases
050 Green full
051  069 Green full, blue increases
070 Green and blue full
071  089 Blue full, green decreases
090 Blue full
091  109 Blue full, red increases
110 Red and blue full
111  129 Red full, blue decreases
130 Red full
131  149 Red full, green and blue increase
150 Red, green, and blue full
151  169 Blue full, red and green decrease
170 Blue full
171  200 Red, green, and blue full
201  255 Color temperature, warm to cool
– – – 10 11 Color temperature
000  005 No function
006  025 Warm white 1
026  050 Warm white 2
051  075 Warm white 3
076  100 Neutral white 1
101  125 Neutral white 2
126  150 Neutral white 3
151  175 Daylight 1
176  200 Daylight 2
201  225 Daylight 3
226  250 Daylight 4
251  255 No function

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Automatic
programs
000  010 No function
011  060 Automatic program 1
061  110 Automatic program 2
111  160 Automatic program 3
161  210 Automatic program 4
211  255 Automatic program 5
– – – 12 13 Program speed 000  255 Automatic program speed, slow to fast
– – – 13 14 Dimmer mode
000  051 Preset dimmer speed from display menu
052  101 Linear dimmer
102  152 Dimmer mode 1 (fastest)
153  203 Dimmer mode 2
204  255 Dimmer mode 3 (slowest)
6CH 8CH 9CH 13CH 14CH Function Value Percent/Setting

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Operation
Standalone Configuration
Fixed Color
To select a preset fixed color combination:
1. Go to the Static main level.
2. 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:
1. Go to the Static main level.
2. Select the Color Temperature option.
3. 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:
1. Go to the Static main level.
2. Select the Manual Color Mixer option.
3. Select the color value to alter, from Red, Green, Blue, Amber, White, or UV.
4. Set the value of the selected color, from 000–255.
Auto Show
To select an automatic program:
1. Go to the Auto show main level.
2. Select the program, from Auto 1–5.
3. Set the program speed, from 001–100.
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:
1. Go to the Master/Slave main level
2. Select Slave.
To set the master:
1. Go to the Master/Slave main level
2. Select Master.
3. Select a standalone setting.
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).
• 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.
Off: The output is proportional (linear) to the dimmer channel value.
Dimmer 1–3: The output follows the dimmer value based on the corresponding dimmer curve,
Dimmer 1 being the fastest.

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Operation
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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 125–255.
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:
1. Go to the System Update main level.
2. Follow the instructions (Put the update file into the USB stick and connect it to the device
through an adapter cable).
3. Select NO (to cancel) or YES (to update the firmware).