Chauvet COLORdash Par-Hex 7 User manual

User Manual

Edition Notes
COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 User Manual Rev. 3
Edition
Notes
The COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 User Manual Rev. 3 covers the description, safety precautions,
installation, programming, operation, and maintenance of the COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7
.
Chauvet released this edition of the COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 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 this document without
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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-Hex 7 User Manual Rev. 3 supersedes all previous versions of this
manual. Discard any older versions of this manual and replace with this version. Go to
www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest 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
Description....................................................................................................................................................................3
Features........................................................................................................................................................................3
Overview.......................................................................................................................................................................4
Dimensions (gel frame and gel frame holder attached) ...............................................................................................5
3. Setup..........................................................................................................................................................6
AC Power......................................................................................................................................................................6
AC Plug........................................................................................................................................................................................6
Fuse Replacement.......................................................................................................................................................................6
Power Linking ...............................................................................................................................................................7
DMX Linking..................................................................................................................................................................7
DMX Personalities........................................................................................................................................................................7
Master/Slave Connectivity............................................................................................................................................................7
Mounting.......................................................................................................................................................................8
Orientation ...................................................................................................................................................................................8
Rigging.........................................................................................................................................................................................8
Procedure ....................................................................................................................................................................................8
4. Operation...................................................................................................................................................9
Control Panel Description.............................................................................................................................................9
Control Options.............................................................................................................................................................9
Programming ................................................................................................................................................................9
Menu Map...................................................................................................................................................................10
Menu Map (Cont.).......................................................................................................................................................11
Menu Map (Cont.).......................................................................................................................................................12
Configuration (DMX)...................................................................................................................................................13
DMX Personality ........................................................................................................................................................................13
DMX Control...............................................................................................................................................................................13
Configuration (Standalone).........................................................................................................................................14
Fixed Static Color.......................................................................................................................................................................14
Manual Static Color....................................................................................................................................................................14
Automatic Programs...................................................................................................................................................................14
Master/Slave..............................................................................................................................................................................14
Dimming Modes.........................................................................................................................................................................15
White Balance............................................................................................................................................................................15
Backlight ....................................................................................................................................................................................15
Product Temperature.................................................................................................................................................................15
Software Information..................................................................................................................................................................15
Fixture Hours..............................................................................................................................................................................15
LED Test....................................................................................................................................................................................15
DMX Values................................................................................................................................................................16

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DMX Values (cont.).....................................................................................................................................................17
DMX Values (cont.).....................................................................................................................................................18
5. Technical Information.............................................................................................................................19
Product Maintenance..................................................................................................................................................19
6. Technical Specifications.........................................................................................................................20
Returns .......................................................................................................................................................................21
Contact Us...................................................................................................................................................21

Before You Begin
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What Is
Included
•COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7
•Neutrik® powerCON® power cord
•Gel frame holder (7.5 in/191 mm accessories)
•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.

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Product At A
Glance
Use on Dimmer
x
Automatic Programs
P
Outdoor Use
x
Auto-Ranging Power
Supply
P
Sound-Activated
x
Replaceable Fuse
P
DMX
P
User-Serviceable
x
Master/Slave
P
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 •Mount this product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from
adjacent surfaces.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•Do not cover the ventilation slots when operating to avoid internal overheating.
•The maximum ambient temperature is 113 °F (45 °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
Description
The COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 is powered by 7 hex-color RGBAW+UV LEDs that project deeply
saturated colors, any variation of white, and bold UV, all without multicolor shadows. A split-
yoke
bracket eliminates the need for floor stands. Power linking, Neutrik® powerCON® power
input/output as well as 3- and 5-pin DMX connectors are also included. The COLORdash™ Par-
Hex 7 also includes a gel frame and gel frame holder.
Features
•3-, 6-, 8-, 12-, or 13-channel hex-color LED wash product
•Operating modes:
•3-channel: HSI control
•3-channel: HSV control
•6-channel: RGBAW+UV
•8-channel: RGBAW+UV, dimmer, strobe
•12-channel: RGBAW+UV, dimmer, strobe, macro, automatic programs, dimmer speed,
automatic speed
•13-channel: 16-bit RGBAW+UV, dimmer speed
•RGBAW+UV color mixing with or without DMX controller
•Built-in automated programs via Master/Slave, DMX
•Recall custom programs via Master/Slave or DMX
•Four distinct dimming curves
•RGBAW+UV hex-color LEDs
•Electronic dimmer
•Electronic power supply
•Maximum output: 27 products @ 120 VAC or 52 products @ 230 VAC
•3- and 5-pin DMX input and output connectors

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Overview
Power
In/Out
DMX Out
DMX In
Control Panel
Front View
Rear View
Side View
Bracket
Adjustment Knob
Double-Yoke Bracket
Safety Cable
Pass-through
DMX Out
Power
In/Out
DMX In
Top View
Fuse Holder
Gel Frame
Gel Frame Holder

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Dimensions (gel frame and gel frame holder attached)
7.52 in
191 mm
3.86 in
98 mm
10.22 in
260 mm
4.76 in
121 mm
7.52 in
191 mm
6.73 in
171 mm

Setup
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3. SETUP
AC Power
Each COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 has an auto-ranging power supply that works with an input
voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the power requirements for each
COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7, 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, you may 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-Hex 7 comes with a Neutrik® powerCON A connector on one end and
an Edison plug on the other end (US market). If the power cord adapter that came with your
product has no plug or 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
Fuse
Replacement
1. Disconnect this product from the power outlet.
2. Using a flat-head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse holder cap from the housing.
3. Remove the blown fuse and replace with a another fuse of the same type and rating
(T 2 A, 250 V).
4. Screw the fuse holder cap back in place and reconnect power.
•Make sure to disconnect the product’s power cord before replacing a blown fuse.
•
Always replace the blown fuse with another of the same type and rating.

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Power Linking
The COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 supports power linking. You can power link up to
27 products at 120 V; up to 46 at 208 V; or up to 52 at 230 V.
This product comes with a power input cord. Power linking cables are available from
Chauvet for purchase.
DMX Linking
You can link the COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 to a DMX controller using a 3- or 5-pin DMX
connection. If using other DMX-compatible products with the COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7
,
you can control each individually with a single DMX controller.
DMX Personalities
The COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 uses a 3- or 5-pin DMX data connection with its DMX
personalities.
•Refer to the Introduction chapter for a brief description of each DMX personality.
•Refer to the Operation chapter to learn how to configure the
COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 to work in these personalities.
•The DMX Values section provides you with detailed information regarding the DMX
personalities.
Master/Slave
Connectivity
The Master/Slave mode allows a COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 (the master) to control one or
more COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7s (the slaves
) without a DMX controller. One
COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 becomes the master when running an Automatic
or Custom
program, or by being in a Static mode.
You must configure each slave’s control panel 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.
If you are not familiar with or need more information about DMX standards,
Master/Slave connectivity, or the DMX ca
bles 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
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. See the Technical Specifications 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-Hex 7 comes with a double-yoke bracket to which you can either attach
mounting clamps for hanging or simply use as a floor stand. You must supply your own
mounting clamps. Make sure the structure and the clamps are capable of supporting the weight
of this product. Use at least one mounting point per product.
Mounting Diagram
Floor Mounting
Overhead Mounting
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 or increases the numeric
value when in a function
<DOWN>
Navigates downward through the menu list or decreases the
numeric value when in a function
Control Options
You can set the COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 starting address in the 001–512 DMX range.
This enables control of up to 39 products in the 13-channel 13Ch 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.

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Menu Map
Main Level Programming Levels Description
Auto
Auto 0–4
Speed
0–100
Automatic programs
Static Fix C
R
Red
G
Green
B
Blue
A
Amber
W
White
P
Ultraviolet (UV)
RG
Red/Green
RB
Red/Blue
RA
Red/Amber
RW
Red/White
RP
Red/UV
GB
Green/Blue
GA
Green/Amber
GW
Green/White
GP
Green/UV
BA
Blue/Amber
BW
Blue/White
BP
Blue/UV
AW
Amber/White
AP
Amber/UV
WP
White/UV
RGB
Red/Green/Blue
RGA
Red/Green/Amber
RGW
Red/Green/White
RGP
Red/Green/UV
RBA
Red/Blue/Amber
RBW
Red/Blue/White
RBP
Red/Blue/UV
RAW
Red/Amber/White
RAP
Red/Amber/UV
RWP
Red/White/UV
GBA
Green/Blue/Amber
GBW
Green/Blue/White
GBP
Green/Blue/UV
BAW
Blue/Amber/White
BAP
Blue/Amber/UV
AWP
Amber/White/UV

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Menu Map (Cont.)
Main Level Programming Levels Description
Static (cont.)
Fix C (cont.)
BWP
Blue/White/UV
GAW
Green/Amber/White
GAP
Green/Amber/UV
GWP
Green/White/UV
RGBA
Red/Green/Blue/Amber
RGBW
Red/Green/Blue/White
RGBP
Red/Green/Blue/UV
RGAW
Red/Green/Amber/White
RGAP
Red/Green/Amber/UV
RGWP
Red/Green/White/UV
RBAW
Red/Blue/Amber/White
RBAP
Red/Blue/Amber/UV
RBWP
Red/Blue/White/UV
RAWP
Red/Amber/White/UV
GBAW
Green/Blue/Amber/White
GBAP
Green/Blue/Amber/UV
GBWP
Green/Blue/White/UV
GAWP
Green/Amber/White/UV
BAWP
Blue/Amber/White/UV
RGBAW
Red/Green/Blue/Amber/White
RGBAP
Red/Green/Blue/Amber/UV
RGBWP
Red/Green/Blue/White/UV
RGAWP
Red/Green/Amber/White/UV
RBAWP
Red/Blue/Amber/White/UV
GBAWP
Green/Blue/Amber/White/UV
RGBAWP
Red/Green/Blue/Amber/White/UV
Manu C
R
Value 0–255 Combine red, green, blue, amber, white, and
ultraviolet to make a custom color (0–100%)
G
B
A
W
P
Dim Mode
Off
No dimmer
DIM 1–3
Dimming curves DIM 1 (fast) to
DIM 3 (slow)

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Menu Map (Cont.)
Main Level Programming Levels Description
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 001–512
Selects DMX address (highest channel
restricted to personality chosen)
Channel
6 Ch
6-channel: RGBAW+UV control
8 Ch
8-channel: RGBAW+UV control, dimmer, and
strobe
12Ch
12-channel: RGBAW+UV control, dimmer,
strobe, color macro/white balance, automatic
programs, automatic speed, dimmer speed
13Ch
13-channel: 16-bit RGBAW+UV,
dimmer speed
HSV
3-channel: HSV control
HSI
3-channel: HSI control
M&S Mode
Master
DMX mode (Master)
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
Temp
XX° C
Shows product’s temperature (°C)

Operation
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Configuration
(DMX)
Use DMX configurations to operate the product with a DMX controller.
DMX Personality
This setting allows you to choose a particular DMX personality.
1. Go to the Channel main level.
2. Select the desired personality (6 Ch, 8 Ch, 12Ch, 13Ch, HSV or HSI).
•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 starting address.
3. Go to Address main level.
4. Select the starting address (001–510).
The highest starting address for each DMX mode is as follows:
DMX
Mode DMX Address DMX Mode DMX Address DMX Mode DMX Address
6 Ch
507
8 Ch
505
12Ch
501
13Ch
500
HSV
510
HSI
510

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Configuration
(Standalone)
Use standalone configuration to operate the product without a DMX controller.
Fixed Static
Color
The Fixed Static Color mode allows for preset RGBAW+UV color mixing without a DMX
controller.
1. Go to the Static main level.
2. Select the Fix C programming level.
3. Select the desired color combination. See Menu Map.
Manual Static
Color
The Manual Static Color mode allows for manually customizable RGBAW+UV color mixing
without a DMX controller.
1. Go to the Static main level.
2. Select the Manu C programming level.
3. Select the desired color R, G, B, A, Wor P(UV).
4. Go to the Value programming option.
5. Select the desired color value 0–255 (0–100%).
6. Repeat for the other colors.
Automatic
Programs
Automatic programs allow for dynamic RGBAW+UV color mixing without a DMX controller.
1. Go to the Auto main level.
2. Select the desired automatic (Auto 0–4) program.
3. Go to the Speed programming level.
4. Select the desired speed 0–100.
You cannot edit any of the automatic programs (Automatic 0–4).
Master/Slave
The Master/Slave mode allows a group of COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7s (the slaves) to
simultaneously duplicate the output of another COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7
(the master) without a
DMX controller.
1. Set each of the slaves:
a. Go to the M & S Mode main level.
b. Select Slave.
2. Set the master:
a. Go to the M & S Mode main level.
b. Select Master.
c. Select an automatic program as explained in Automatic Programs, or a static mix of
colors as explained in Fixed Static Color or Manual Static Color.
•The master is the one that runs a program whether in one of the Static Color modes
or Automatic programs.
•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.

Operation
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Dimming Modes
This setting provides three different options to simulate the dimming curve of an incandescent
lighting product.
1. Go to the Dim Mode main level.
2. Select a dimmer curve (OFF, DIM 1, DIM 2, or DIM 3).
OFF:
The output is proportional (linear) to the dimmer.
DIM 1–3:
The output follows the dimmer based on the corresponding dimmer curve,
DIM 1 being the fastest and DIM 3the slowest.
White Balance
This setting allows you to select the white color shown by the COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 by
adjusting the red, green, and blue maximum values.
1. Go to the White Balance main level.
2. Select a color R, G, or B.
3. Go to the Value programming level.
4. Select a color value (125–255).
5. Repeat for the other colors.
When adjusting the white balance, you will only be able to define the values of red,
green, and blue.
Backlight
This setting allows you to set the amount of time the backlight on the
COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7’s display stays on after the last button is pressed on the control
panel.
1. Go to the BackLite main level.
2. Select On (remains on), 10S (10 seconds), 20S (20 seconds), or 30S (seconds).
Product
Temperature
This option shows the temperature (°C) of the COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7.
•Go to the Temp main level.
Software
Information
This option shows what version of software the COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 is running.
1. Go to the Info main level.
2. Select Version and the version number will show on the display.
Fixture Hours
This option shows the total amount of hours the COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 has been turned on.
1. Go to the Info main level.
2. Select FixHours and the total number of hours will show on the display.
LED Test
This option runs a check of the LEDs on the COLORdash™ Par-Hex 7 by turning on all the
LEDs in sequence.
1. Go to the Info main level.
2. Go to the Auto programming level.
3. Go to the Test programming level.

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DMX Values
HSV
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1
Hue
000 ó255
0–100%
2
Saturation
000 ó255
0–100%
3
Value
000 ó255
0–100%
HSI
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1
Hue
000 ó255
0–100%
2
Saturation
000 ó255
0–100%
3
Intensity
000 ó255
0–100%
6 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%
5
White
000 ó255
0–100%
6
UV
000 ó255
0–100%
8 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
White
000 ó255
0–100%
7
UV
000 ó255
0–100%
8 Strobe
000 ó010
011 ó255
No function
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