Chauvet COLORdash Par-Quad 18 User manual

User Manual

Edition Notes
COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 User Manual Rev. 5
Edition Notes
The COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 User Manual Rev. 5 covers the description, safety
precautions, installation, programming, operation, and maintenance of the
COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18. Chauvet released this edition of the COLORdash™ Par-
Quad 18 User Manual in April 2015.
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Intended Audience
Any person in charge of 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 for any errors or omissions in
this document. Chauvet reserves the right to revise and make changes to the content of
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revision or changes. This does not in any way constitute a commitment by Chauvet to
make such changes. Chauvet may issue a revision of this manual or a new edition to
incorporate such changes.
Document Revision
The COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 User Manual Rev. 5 supersedes all previous versions
of this manual. Discard any older versions of this manual you may have, whether in
printed or electronic format, and replace with this version.
Author Date Editor Date
D. Couppe
3/31/15
M. Trouard
04/08/15

Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
1. Before You Begin......................................................................................................................................1
What Is Included...........................................................................................................................................................1
Claims..........................................................................................................................................................................................1
Manual Conventions ....................................................................................................................................................................1
Symbols.......................................................................................................................................................................................1
Product at a Glance......................................................................................................................................................2
Safety Notes .................................................................................................................................................................2
Personal Safety............................................................................................................................................................................2
Mounting and Rigging..................................................................................................................................................................2
Power and Wiring.........................................................................................................................................................................2
Operation.....................................................................................................................................................................................2
Expected LED Lifespan................................................................................................................................................2
2. Introduction...............................................................................................................................................3
Product Description ......................................................................................................................................................3
Features........................................................................................................................................................................3
Product Overview .........................................................................................................................................................4
Product Dimensions......................................................................................................................................................5
3. Setup..........................................................................................................................................................6
AC Power......................................................................................................................................................................6
AC Plug........................................................................................................................................................................................6
Fuse Replacement.......................................................................................................................................................................6
Power Linking ...............................................................................................................................................................7
DMX Linking..................................................................................................................................................................7
DMX Modes .................................................................................................................................................................................7
Master/Slave Connectivity............................................................................................................................................................7
Mounting.......................................................................................................................................................................8
Orientation ...................................................................................................................................................................................8
Rigging.........................................................................................................................................................................................8
4. Operation...................................................................................................................................................9
Control Panel Description.............................................................................................................................................9
Control Options.............................................................................................................................................................9
Programming ................................................................................................................................................................9
DMX Personality ..........................................................................................................................................................................9
DMX Control.................................................................................................................................................................................9
Static Color ................................................................................................................................................................................10
Auto Programs...........................................................................................................................................................................10
Auto Test....................................................................................................................................................................................10
Master/Slave..............................................................................................................................................................................10
Dimmer Curves..........................................................................................................................................................................11
Software Information..................................................................................................................................................................11
Fixture Hours..............................................................................................................................................................................11
Backlite ......................................................................................................................................................................................11
White Balance............................................................................................................................................................................11
Menu Map...................................................................................................................................................................12
DMX Values................................................................................................................................................................13
DMX Values (cont.).....................................................................................................................................................14

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5. Technical Information.............................................................................................................................15
Product Maintenance..................................................................................................................................................15
Returns .......................................................................................................................................................................15
Technical Specifications .............................................................................................................................................16
Contact Us...................................................................................................................................................17

Before You Begin
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1. Before You Begin
What Is Included
•COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18
•Power Cable
•Gel Frame Holder
•Gel Frame
•Warranty Card
•Quick Reference Guide
Claims
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the box 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 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.
Manual Conventions
Convention
Meaning
1~512
A range of values in the text
50/60
A set of mutually exclusive values in the text
<SET>
A button on the product’s control panel
Settings
A product function or a menu option
MENU>Settings
A sequence of menu options
1~10
A range of menu values from which to choose in a menu
Yes/No
A set of two mutually exclusive menu options in a menu
ON
A unique value to be entered or selected in a menu
Symbols
Symbols Meaning
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information.
Failure to comply with this information may cause the product not
to work, damage third-party equipment, or cause harm to the
operator.
Important installation or configuration information. Failure to
comply with this information may keep the product from working.
Useful information.
The term “DMX” used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A
digital data transmission protocol.

Before You Begin
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Product at a Glance
Use on Dimmer
x
Auto Programs
P
Outdoor Use
x
Auto-Ranging Power
Supply
P
Sound Activated
x
Replaceable Fuse
P
DMX
P
User Serviceable
x
Master/Slave
P
Duty Cycle
x
Safety Notes
Read all the following Safety Notes before working with this product. These notes
include 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 Chauvet certified
technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs.
All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this
product.
Personal Safety
•Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
•Always disconnect this product from its power source before servicing.
•Always connect this product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
•Do not touch this product’s housing during operation because it may be very hot.
Mounting and
Rigging
•Do not operate this product outdoors or in any location where dust, excessive heat,
water, or humidity may affect it.
•CAUTION: When transferring 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 product to fully
acclimate to the surrounding environment before connecting it to power.
•Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while it is
operating.
•When hanging this product, always secure to a fastening device using a safety
cable.
Power and Wiring
•Always make sure you are connecting this product to the proper voltage in
accordance with the specifications in this manual or on the product’s specification
label.
•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 this product to a dimmer pack or rheostat.
•Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable.
Operation
•Do not operate this product if you see damage on the housing, lenses, or cables.
Have the damaged parts replaced by an authorized technician at once.
•Do not cover the ventilation slots when operating to avoid internal overheating.
•The maximum ambient temperature is 104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate this product
at a higher temperature.
•In case of a serious operating problem, stop using this product immediately!
In the unlikely event that your Chauvet product may require service, contact
Chauvet Technical Support.
Expected LED
Lifespan
LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time, mostly because of heat. Packaged in
clusters, LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in ideal, single-LED
conditions. For this reason, using clustered LEDs at their fullest intensity significantly
reduces the LEDs’ lifespan. Under normal conditions, this lifespan can be 40,000 to
50,000 hours. If extending this lifespan is vital, lower the operating temperature by
improving the ventilation around the product and reducing the ambient temperature to
an optimal operating range. In addition, limiting the overall projection intensity may also
help to extend the LEDs’ lifespan.

Introduction
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2. Introduction
Product Description
The COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 is a high-power quad color RGBA LED wash product.
This product consists of a single module that houses the internal power supply, the
control panel, the LED drivers, the LED boards, as well as the power and signal
connectors. The COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 includes one double-
bracketed yoke that
can be a floor mount or hanging support bracket.
Features
•4-, 6-, or 10-channel quad color LED wash product
•Operating modes:
•4-channel: RGBA
•6-channel: RGBA, dimmer, strobe
•10-channel: RGBA, dimmer, strobe, macro, auto, dim mode, auto speed
•Silent, flicker-free operation
•Lightweight, easy to install
•16-bit dimming with selectable dimming curves
•All metal construction for added durability

Introduction
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Product Overview
DMXOut
DMX In
Power Out
Control Panel
Front View
Rear View
Side View
Adjustment Knob
Double-bracketed Yoke
Safety Cable
Loop
DMXOut
Power In
DMX In

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Product Dimensions

Setup
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3. Setup
AC Power
Each COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 has an auto-ranging power supply that works with an
input voltage range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the power requirements
for each COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18
, refer to the label affixed to the product. You can
also refer to the Technical Specifications chart in this manual.
The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation.
For more information, download Sizing Circuit Breakers from the Chauvet website
:
www.chauvetprofessional.com.
•Always connect this product to a protected circuit with 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 this 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-Quad 18 comes with a power input cord terminated with a
Neutrik® powerCON® A connector on one end and an Edison plug on the other end
(U.S. market). If the power input cord that came with your product has no plug, or if you
need to change the Edison plug, use the table below to wire the new plug.
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
Make sure to disconnect the product’s power cord before replacing a blown fuse.
Always replace with a fuse of the same type and rating.
Fuse Replacement
1. Disconnect the product from power.
2. Using a flat head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse holder cap from the housing.
3. Remove the blown fuse and replace with another fuse of the same type and rating
(T 3.15 A, 250 V).
4. Screw the fuse holder cap back in place and reconnect power.

Setup
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Power Linking
The COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 supports power linking. You can power link up to 14
products at 120 VAC, 24 products at 208 VAC, or 26 products at 230 VAC.
This product comes with a power input cord. This product does not come with a power
linking cable; however, a power linking cable is available as an option.
DMX Linking
You can link the COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 to a DMX controller using a standard DMX
serial connection. If using other DMX compatible products with the
COLORdash™
Par-Quad 18, you can control each individually with a single DMX controller.
DMX Modes
The COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 uses the standard DMX data connection for the 4-, 6-,
and 10-channel DMX modes.
•Refer to the Introduction chapter for a brief description of these modes.
•Refer to the Operation chapter to learn how to configure the COLORdash™ Par-
Quad 18 to work in these modes.
•The DMX Values section will provide you with detailed information regarding the DMX
modes.
Master/Slave
Connectivity
The Master/Slave mode allows a COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 (the “master product”) to
control one or more COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18
s (the “slave products”) without a DMX
controller. One COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18
becomes the master product when running
an Auto or Fixed program, or by being in Manual mode.
You must configure each slave product’s control panel to operate in SLAVE mode.
During Master/Slave operation, the slave products will operate in unison with the master
product.
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
product.
The Operation chapter of this manual provides detailed instructions on how to
configure the Master and Slave products.
If you are not familiar with or need more 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.

Setup
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Mounting
Before mounting this product, read and follow the Safety Notes. For our CHAUVET®
Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://trusst.com/products/.
Orientation
Always mount this product in a safe position and make sure there is adequate room for
ventilation, configuration, and maintenance.
Rigging
The COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 consists of a double-bracketed yoke and the body of
the product Chauvet recommends using the following general guidelines when mounting
this product.
•When selecting an installation location, consider easy access to this product for
operation, programming adjustments, and routine maintenance.
•Make sure to mount this product away from any flammable material as indicated in
the Safety Notes.
•Never mount in places where rain, high humidity, extreme temperature changes, or
restricted ventilation may affect the product.
•If hanging this product, make sure that the mounting location can support the
product’s weight. Refer to the Technical Specifications chart for the weight-bearing
requirements of this product.
•When hanging this product, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.
Procedure
The COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 comes with a double-bracketed yoke to which you can
either attach mounting clamps for hanging or s
imply use as a floor stand. You must
supply your own mounting clamps. Make sure the clamps are capable of supporting the
weight of this product. You will have to use at least one mounting point per product.
Product Mounting Diagram
Floor Mounting
Overhead Mounting
Clamp
Safety Cable

Operation
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4. Operation
Control Panel
Description
Button Function
<MENU>
Exits from the current menu or function
<ENTER>
Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the currently
selected value in to the current function
<UP>
Navigates upward through the menu list and increases the
numeric value when in a function
<DOWN>
Navigates downward through the menu list and decreases the
numeric value when in a function
Control Options
You can set the COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 start address in the 001~512 DMX range.
This enables control of up to 51 products in the 10-channel 10 CH personality.
Programming
Refer to the Menu Map to understand the menu options. The menu map shows the main
level 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. This will take you to the first programming
level for that option.
•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. In this
case, if there is another programming level, you will see that first option, or you will
see the selected value.
•Press <MENU> repeatedly to exit to the previous main level.
DMX Personality
This setting allows you to choose a particular DMX personality.
1. Go to the Channel main level.
2. Select the desired personality (
4 Ch
,
6 Ch
, or
10 Ch
).
•See the DMX Values section for the highest starting address you can select 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.
1. Select a DMX personality as shown in DMX Personality.
2. Set the running mode:
a. Go to the M&S Mode main level.
b. Select Slave.
3. Set the starting address:
a. Go to Address main level.
b. Select the starting address (001~509).
The highest recommended starting address for each DMX mode are as follows:
DMX Mode DMX Address
4 Ch
509
6 Ch
507
10 Ch
503

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Static Color
The Static Color mode allows for permanent RGBA color mixing without a DMX
controller.
1. Go to the Static main level.
2. Select the Fix C.
a. Choose desired color combination.
3. Select the Manu C
a. Select Color (RGBA)
b. Select the desired color value (000~255).
c. Repeat for the other colors.
Auto Programs
Auto programs allow for dynamic RGBA color mixing without a DMX controller.
1. Go to AUTO Main Level.
2. Select the desired auto (Auto. 1~5).
3. Select Speed.
4. Choose the desired speed value (000~100).
You cannot edit any of the auto programs (AUTO 1~5).
Auto Test
This option allows you to test all the LED’s on the COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18.
1. Go to Info Main Level.
2. Select
Auto > Test
.
Master/Slave
The Master/Slave mode allows a group of COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18s (the slave
products) to simultaneously duplicate the output of another COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18
(the master product) without a DMX controller.
1. Set each of the slave products:
a. Go to M&S Mode.
b. Select Slave.
2. Set the master product:
a. Go to M&S Mode.
b. Select Master.
c. Select an Auto or Static program as explained in Auto Programs.
•The master product is the one that runs a program whether in Auto, or Static
Color 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
product.
•The master product should be the first product in the daisy chain.

Operation
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Dimmer Curves
This setting determines how fast the output of the COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 changes
when you modify the values of the Red, Green, Blue, White, and Dimmer faders. Thi
s
setting provides four different options to simulate the dimming curve of an incandescent
lighting product.
1. Go to the Dimmer Mode main level.
2. Select a dimmer curve (OFF, DIM1, DIM2, or DIM3).
OFF:
The output is proportional (linear) to the Dimmer and RGBA channel
values.
DIM1~3:
The output follows the Dimmer and RGBA channel values based on the
corresponding dimmer curve, being DIM1 the fastest and DIM3the
slowest.
Software Information
This option shows what version of software the COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 is running.
1. Go to the Info main level.
2. Select Version. (the version number will show on the screen)
Fixture Hours
This option shows the total amount of hours the COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 has been
turned on.
1. Go to the Info main level.
2. Select
FixHours
. (the hours will show on the screen)
Backlite
This setting allows you to set the amount of time the backlite on the COLORdash™ Par-
Quad 18 stays on after the last button is pressed on the control panel.
1. Go to the BackLite main level.
2. Select On, 10S, 20S, or 30S.
3. Press <ENTER>.
White Balance
This setting allows you to select the white color shown by the COLORdash™ Par-Quad
18 when the DMX controller’s Red, Green, and Blue faders are set to “255.”
1. Go to the White Balance main level.
2. Select a color (R, G, or B).
3. Select a color value (125~255).
4. Repeat for the other colors.
When selecting White Balance, you will only be able to define the values of Red,
Green, and Blue.
The values of Red, Green, and Blue configured from White Balance will define the
color temperature shown when the RGB faders are set to “255”.

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Menu Map
Main Level Programming Levels Description
Auto Auto 1~5 Speed 0~100 5 automatic programs
Static
Fix C
R
Red
G
Green
B
Blue
A
Amber
GB
Green/Blue
RB
Red/Blue
RG
Red/Green
RGB
Red/Green/Blue
RA
Red/Amber
GA
Green/Amber
BA
Blue/Amber
RGA
Red/Green/Amber
RBA
Red/Blue/Amber
GBA
Green/Blue/Amber
RGBA
Red/Green/Blue/Amber
Manu C
R
Value 0~255 Combine red, green, blue, and amber to make a
custom color
G
B
A
Dim Mode
Off
No dimmer
DIM 1~3
Dimmer curve
BackLite
10S
Turns off display backlight after 10 sec of
inactivity
20S
Turns off display backlight after 20 sec of
inactivity
30S
Turns off display backlight after 30 sec of
inactivity
On
Display backlight always on
Info
Auto
Test
Turns on all LEDs in sequence for testing
FixHours
Shows total product hours
Version
Shows installed software version
Address 001~509
Selects DMX address (highest channel restricted
to personality chosen)
Channel
4 Ch
4-channel: R/G/B/A control
6 Ch
6-channel: R/G/B/A, dimmer, strobe
10 Ch
10-channel: R/G/B/A dimmer, strobe, color
macro, auto, dimmer speed, auto speed
M&S Mode
Master
DMX mode
Slave
Slave mode
White Balance
R
Value 125~255
Sets red LED maximum value
G
Sets green LED maximum value
B
Sets blue LED maximum value

Operation
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DMX Values
10-Ch
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1
Dimmer
000 ó255
0~100%
2
Red
000 ó255
0~100%
3
Green
000 ó255
0~100%
4
Blue
000 ó255
0~100%
5
Amber
000 ó255
0~100%
6 Strobe
000 ó010
011 ó255
No Function
Slow to Fast
7 Color Macro + White
Balance
000 ó010
011 ó030
031 ó050
051 ó070
071 ó090
091 ó110
111 ó130
131 ó150
151 ó170
171 ó200
201 ó205
206 ó210
211 ó215
216 ó220
221 ó225
226 ó230
231 ó235
236 ó240
241 ó245
246 ó250
251 ó255
No Function
R: 100% G: 0~100% B: 0
R: 100%~0 G: 100% B: 0
R: 0 G: 100% B: 0~100%
R: 0 G: 100%~0 B: 100%
R: 0~100% G: 0 B: 100%
R: 100% G: 0 B: 100%~0
R: 100% G: 0~100% B: 0~100%
R: 100%~0 G: 100%~0 B: 100%
R: 100% G: 100% B: 100% A: 100%
White 1
White 2
White 3
White 4
White 5
White 6
White 7
White 8
White 9
White 10
White 11
8 Auto Programs
000 ó051
052 ó101
102 ó152
153 ó203
204 ó254
255
No Function
Auto 1
Auto 2
Auto 3
Auto 4
Auto 5
9
Auto Speed
000 ó255
Slow to Fast
10 Dimmer Speed
000 ó051
052 ó101
102 ó152
153 ó203
204 ó255
Preset dimmer speed from display menu
Linear dimmer
Nonlinear dimming curve 1 (fastest)
Nonlinear dimming curve 2
Nonlinear dimming curve 3(slowest)

Operation
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DMX Values (cont.)
6-Ch
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1
Dimmer
000 ó255
0~100%
2
Red
000 ó255
0~100%
3
Green
000 ó255
0~100%
4
Blue
000 ó255
0~100%
5
Amber
000 ó255
0~100%
6 Strobe
000 ó010
011 ó255
No Function
Slow to Fast
4-Ch
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1
Red
000 ó255
0~100%
2
Green
000 ó255
0~100%
3
Blue
000 ó255
0~100%
4
Amber
000 ó255
0~100%

Technical Information
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5. Technical Information
Product
Maintenance
To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, you should clean this product
frequently. Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining the cleaning
frequency.
As a rule, clean this product at least twice a month. Dust build-
up reduces light output
performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduced light source life and
increased mechanical wear.
To clean your product:
•Unplug the product from power.
•Wait until the product has cooled.
•Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on
the external vents and accessible internal components.
•Clean all external surfaces with a mild solution of non-ammonia glass cleaner or
isopropyl alcohol.
•Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint-free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
•Wipe any dirt or grime to the outside edges of the lens surface.
•Gently polish the lens surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
Always dry the external surfaces thoroughly and carefully after cleaning them.
Returns
You must send the product prepaid, in the original box, and with the original packing and
accessories. Chauvet will not issue call tags.
Call Chauvet and request a Return Mercha
ndise Authorization (RMA) number before
shipping the product. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number, and a
brief description of the cause(s) for the return.
Clearly label the package with an RMA number. Chauvet
will refuse any product
returned without an RMA number.
DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box. Instead, write it on a properly
affixed label.
Once you have received the RMA number, include the following information on a piece
of paper inside the box:
•Your name
•Your address
•Your phone number
•The RMA number
•A brief description of the problem(s)
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Technical Information
-16- COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18 User Manual Rev. 5
Technical Specifications
Dimensions and
Weight
Length Width Height Weight
12.7 in (323 mm)
11.7 in (298 mm)
4.1 in (106 mm)
10.2 lb (4.6 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Electrical
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
Switching (internal)
100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Auto-ranging
Parameter 120 V, 60 Hz 208 V, 60 Hz 230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption
113 W
115 W
117 W
Operating
0.95 A
0.56 A
0.51 A
Power linking current
(products)
13.6 A
(14 products)
13.6 A
(24 products)
13.6 A
(26 products)
Fuse/Breaker
T 3.15 A, 250 V
T 3.15 A, 250 V
T 3.15 A, 250 V
Power I/O US/Worldwide Europe
Power input connector
Neutrik® powerCON® A
Neutrik® powerCON® A
Power output connector
Neutrik® powerCON® B
Neutrik® powerCON® B
Power cord plug
Edison (US)
Local plug
Light Source
Type
Power
Lifespan
LED
7 W
50,000 hours
Color
Quantity
Current
Quad-color (RGBA)
18
500 mA
Photometrics
Parameter Standard Optics
Illuminance @ 5 m
1,210 lx
Beam angle
18°
Field angle
32.5°
Thermal
Max. External Temperature
Cooling System
104 °F (40 °C)
Convection
DMX
I/O Connectors Connector Type Channel Range
3- and 5-pin XLR
Sockets
4, 6 or 10
Ordering
Product Name Item Code UPC Number
COLORdash™ Par-Quad 18
03030612
781462209605