Philips SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire User manual

SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire

SL ePAR 180 User’s Manual
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SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire installation & User’s Manual
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Installation & User’s Manual
SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire
Additional Resources for DMX512
For more information on installing DMX512 control systems, the following publication is available for purchase
from the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT), "Recommended Practice for DMX512: A Guide
for Users and Installers, 2nd edition" (ISBN: 9780955703522). USITT Contact Information:
USITT
315 South Crouse Avenue, Suite 200
Syracuse, NY 13210-1844
Phone: [phone] or 1.315.463.6463
www.usitt.org
Showline Limited Two-Year Warranty
Showline offers a two-year limited warranty of its luminaires against defects in materials or workmanship from the
date of delivery. A copy of the Showline two-year limited warranty containing specific terms and conditions can be
obtained by contacting your local Showline office.
You must have access to a mains circuit breaker or other power disconnect device
mains circuit breaker off before installation. Installing the device with power on may expose you to

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Showline Offices Inside Front Cover
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Warnings and Notices
Additional Resources for DMX512
Showline Limited Two-Year Warranty
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE
About this Manual
Included Items
Accessories
SL ePAR 180 LED LUMINAIRE OVERVIEW
SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire Components
Common Luminaire Components
LCD Display / Menu System
INSTALLATION AND SET UP
Power Requirements
Connecting Power
Floor Mounting
Truss/Hanging Applications
SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire
Connecting to the DMX512 Network
Mounting Luminaire
OPERATION AND PROGRAMMING
LCD Display and Menu System
LCD Display and Menu System Operation
SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire Menu Tree
Dimming Curve Selection
Master / Slave Operational Mode
DMX CONTROL
RDM PARAMETER IDs
16-Bit Mode
8-Bit Mode
HSIC Mode
DMX Timing Channel Detail
SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire DMX Mapping
SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire RDM Parameter IDs
CLEANING AND CARE
Special Cleaning and Care Instructions
Front Lens Cleaning
Service and Maintenance
Accessories
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Operational Specifications
Luminaire Dimensions
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PREFACE
1. About this Manual
The document provides installation and operation instructions for the following products:
Please read all instructions before installing or using this product. Retain this manual for future reference.
Additional product information and descriptions may be found on the product specification sheet.
Note: The SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire is universal voltage 100 to 240 VAC (auto-ranging).
2. Included Items
3. Accessories
Each SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire includes the following items:
SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire
SL 0 LED LuminaireePAR 18
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PC1BE - AC Power Input Cable (39 inches / 1 metre)
Contact your Authorized Showline Dealer for prices and availability of all accessories for SL ePAR 180
LED Luminaires.

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SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire Overview
1. SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire Components
Common Luminaire Components
Figure 1: SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire Components
Front of Luminaire Rear of Luminiare
DMX512-A /
LCD Display /
High Intensity LED Array
Yoke Assembly
Luminaire Head Assembly
DMX512-A /
Accessory Holder
Yoke (Tilt) Position
Locking Handle
Truss Hook / Clamp
Attachment Point
Accessory Holder Clip
RDM Input RDM THRU
Menu System AC Power Input

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LCD Display/Menu System
LCD Display / Menu System
Note: For Menu operation and programming details, refer to the "LCD Display and Menu System” on page 9.
Figure 2: LCD Display & Menu System
LEFT Arrow Button RIGHT Arrow Button
ENTER Button
EXIT Button
LCD Display
INSTALLATION AND SET UP
1. Power Requirements
The SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire operates on AC input voltages from 100 to 240 VAC.
WARNING! This luminaire does not contain an ON/OFF switch. Always disconnect the power input cable to
completely remove power from the luminaire when not in use.
AC Power Operation
When connected to an AC source, the luminaire operates on 100 to 240 volts AC (+/- 10%, auto-ranging). The
luminaire contains an auto-ranging power supply. Each luminaire can draw up to 180 Watts.
Table 1: SL ePAR 180Voltage (VAC) vs. Current*
Voltage (AC)Total Current (A)Voltage (AC)Total Current (A)
100 180
110 190
120 200
130 210
140 220
150 230
160
170
1.80
1.63
1.50
1.38
1.29
1.20
1.13
1.06
0.75
0.78
0.82
0.86
0.90
0.95
1.0
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2. Connecting Power
Direct connection to a AC power source using an AC input cable.
A total of 3 wires/conductors need to be brought to the luminaire. The following wiring scheme is required:
Wire Colour Purpose
Table 2: SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire AC Input Connections
Brown Main / Line(100 to 240VAC)
Neutral
Ground(Earth)
Blue
Green/Yellow
Note: It is recommended that all the wiring works must be conducted by a qualified person.
Warning!
To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this luminaire to rain or moisture.
Don not stare at the light of this luminaire, the bright light can damage the eyes.
Do not overload circuits!
3. Connecting to the DMX 512 Network
Basic DMX512 installation consists of connecting multiple SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaires together (up to 32 luminaires)
in a "daisy-chain" fashion. A cable runs from the control console (or DMX512 control source) to the DMX connector on
the connector on the first luminaire to first SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire. Another cable runs from the other DMX
a DMX connector device to be controlled).on the next SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire (or DMX512
Luminaire
Rear of Luminaire
DMX512-A / RDM DMX512-A / RDM
Input Connector THRU Connector
Figure 3: SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire DMX512 Input / THRU Connections
Note: For more information on DMX512 networking and systems, refer to "Additional Resources for DMX512" on
page 1. For SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire DMX Mapping, refer to "DMX CONTROL" on page 14.

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Figure 4: SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire - DMX512 Connections
DMX512 (out to the next luminaire or
DMX512 controlled device)
DMX512
DMX512 (out from first
to second luminaire)
DMX512 Connections
Note: Remaining pins on each connector are not used.
DMX512 Signal XLR Pin
Common (Drain) 1
DMX512 - 2
DMX512 + 3
(from console or
control device)
4. Mounting Luminaire
Floor Mounting
The SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire is designed to sit directly on its yoke assembly in a floor installation application. When
used en the locking handle securing the inner portion of the yoke assembly and separate in this type of application, loos
out Figure 5). Be sure to leave enough space around the luminaire to allow proper, uninterrupted airflow(as shown in
for cooling.
Figure 5: Floor Mounting
Yoke Assembly
Inner Portion (Stand)
of Yoke Assembly
Truss / Hanging Applications
The SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire is provided with the ability to hang via truss hooks, clamps, etc. (sold separately).
Simply attach hook, clamp, etc. to the SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire assembly in the provided M10 holes.enclosure
It is recommended (and may be required by local and national safety codes) to use and install a safety cable (sold
separately) as illustrated in Figure 6. When hanging the fixture, be sure to leave enough space around the luminaire
to to for allow proper, uninterrupted airflow for cooling and positioning. Refer "Luminaire Dimensions" on page 35
spacing (dimensional) requirements.

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OPERATION AND PROGRAMMING
1. LCD Display and Menu System
SL PAR 150 RGBW LED Luminaires
The SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire’s LCD Display and Menu System provides local control for accessing the
following settings:
Presets (Standard and User Defined)
Colour Filters
Effects (Chases - preloaded and user defined)
Strobe / Timing
Fixture Settings
Fixture Lockout (to prevent changes)
Password Setting
Current Fixture Operational Status
Setting the DMX512 Address
Note: If there are multiple luminaires in a system, changes would need to be made at each LCD Menu as desired. For
the SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire menu structure, see "SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire Menu Tree" on page 11.
Upon power up, the LCD will display the main screen display menu of SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire.
Press “ ” or “ ” to select the press “OK” to enter the desired function menu.
Figure 6: Mounting the Fixture - Hanging Applications
SAFETY CABLE: Is sold separately and
recommended for all hanging installation and
may be required by national and local codes.
Use enclosure handles for safety cable anchor
point for this fixture.
Truss Hook or Clamp
(sold separately)

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Press the “OK” button to access the Preset menu.
Press the OK button to access the Colour Filter menu.
Use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow buttons to scroll through all presets
and select the desired preset number(0 thru 31).
Use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow buttons to scroll through all menus.
Once at the desired preset, use LEFT and RIGHT arrow buttons to
adjust the parameter value as desired. Once all values are adjusted as
desired, press the OK button.
Press
display “Current Preset” and “Save to Preset”. Use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow
buttons to make a selection, then press the OK button.
the OK button to select Save a Preset, the screen will then
Once at the desired menu, use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow buttons to
adjust the parameter value of Master Intensity. Once all values are adjusted as
desired, press the OK button.
Press the “OK” button to select the desired menu. In RGB
mode, the user can select Intensity, Red, Green, B(Blue)
and White, and in HSIC mode, user can select menus among
Master Intensity, Hue, Saturation, Intensity and CCT.
Select the Colour Filter number(0-43) and press the OK button to
access the menu.
Color Filter
Preset
Main Menu
1. Preset
.Color Filter
1. CF Select
Step 5. The Colour Filter is now saved. Press the ESC button to exit the current menu.
Step 5. The preset is now saved. Press the ESC button to exit the current menu.
Step 5.
2. LCD Display and Menu System Operation
To navigate and access the menu settings/selections:
Step 1.Make sure the luminaire is powered and turned on.
Step 2.Press the desired button to access the menu categories.
Step 3. Use the “ ” and “ ” arrow buttons to navigate through the various options and settings.
Step 4.Make changes as desired.
Press the “OK” button to accept changes.
The LCD Display Menu system consists of several categories. Upon power up, the LCD will display the main menu
automatically. desired menu item is reached, press the OK button to display the menu options and to navigate When the
and configure the menu options as required.
Figure 7: LCD Display and Menu System
LEFT Arrow Button RIGHT Arrow Button
ENTER Button
EXIT Button
LCD Display

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Press the OK button to access the Status menu.
Press the OK button to access the Settings menu.
Use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow buttons to scroll through all the menus.
Use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow buttons to scroll through all menus.
Once at the desired menu, use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow buttons to
check the related fixture information.
Once at the desired menu, use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow buttons to
adjust the related fixture information. Once all values are adjusted
as desired, press the OK button.
Press the OK button to select the desired menu
from LED Current Level, Temperature, and Other Info.
Press CHECK MARK(OK)button to select the desired menu
from General, Factory Default, DMX and Display.
Status
Settings
Note: For more information about Preset, Colour Filter, Chase, Strobe/Timing, Settings and Status, please
refer to “SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire Menu Tree” on page 11.
To check the fixtures’ operational status:
.Settings
1. General
.Status
1. LED Level
Step 5. The Setting information is now saved. Press the ESC button to exit the current menu.
Step 5. The Strobe/Timing is now saved. Press the ESC button to exit the current menu.
Once at the desired menu, use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow buttons to
adjust the parameter value as desired. Select Strobe X(0-2) means Open,
Strobe X(3-5) means Close, and Strobe X(5-255) means Strobe Mode.
Once all the values are adjusted as desired, press the OK button.
Select Edit a Chase and press the OK button to access the Chase menu.
Use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow buttons to scroll through all menus.
Once at the desired menu, use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow buttons to
adjust the parameter value as desired. Once all values are adjusted as
desired, press the OK button.
Select the Built-in Chase X(1-10) or user Chase(1-8), then press
the OK button to select the desired menu.
Chase
. Chase
1. Chase Select
. Strobe/Timing
1. Intensity
Step 5. The Chase is now saved. Press the ESC button to exit the current menu.
Press the OK button to access the Strobe/Timing menu.
Use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow buttons to scroll through all menus.
Press the OK button to select the desired menu
from Intensity, Strobe X(0-255), Duration(0-85), Intensity Timing
(0.2 S-60Min) and Color Timing(0.2 S-60 Min).
Strobe/Timing

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3. SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire Menu Tree
Figure 8: SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire Menu Tree

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Figure 8: SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire Dimmer Curves
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The Master / Slave Operational Mode allows one SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire to act as the “Master” luminiare
and all other connected luminaires are controlled by this luminaire. When a luminaire is set to “Slave”
and follow any commands send from a “Master” luminaire. Only one “Master” mode, it will only listen to
operation.luminaire is allowed in this type of
Note: For more information on DMX512 networking and systems, refer to “Additional Resources for DMX512”
on page 1. For SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire DMX Mapping, refer to on page “DMX CONTROL” 14.
Figure 10: SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire - Master / Slave Configuration
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luminaires’ menu system.
luminaires to
luminaires luminaires’
luminaires
Master Luminaires Slave Luminaires Slave Luminaires

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1. SL ePAR 180 LED LuminaireDMX Mapping
Table 3: SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire DMX Channel Mapping (16-Bit Mode)
Table 3 provides DMX channel mapping of all DMX512 control values when the SL ePAR 180
LED Luminaire is in 16-bit DMX512 mode (as set by the luminaires’ menu system).
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Colour
Select presets, variable colour filters or chases
as follows:
Colour Presets

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Table 3: SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire DMX Channel Mapping (16-Bit Mode)
Select presets, variable colour filters or chases
as follows:
Colour Presets

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8-Bit Mode
Allows for timing control of intensity. Channel
should default to 255 for smoothest actions
using console and/or manual fades.
Functions
Table 3: SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire DMX Channel Mapping (16-Bit Mode)
Table 4 provides DMX channel mapping of all DMX512 control values when the SL ePAR 180
LED Luminaire is in 8-bit DMX512 mode (as set by the luminaires menu system).
Table 4: SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire DMX Channel Mapping (8-Bit Mode)
SL
Colour
Timing
colours
Colour Presets
Select presets, variable colour filters or chases as follows:

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Table 4: SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire DMX Channel Mapping (8-Bit Mode)
Select presets, variable colour filters or chases
as follows:
Colour Presets

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Functions
Table 4: SL ePAR 180 LED Luminaire DMX Channel Mapping (8-Bit Mode)
SL
Colour Presets
Select presets, variable colour filters or chases
as follows: