Qtx PAR-186 User manual

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PAR-186
High Power RGBWA-UV PAR Can
Item ref: 154.042UK
User Manual
Thank you for choosing the PAR-186, A lightweight, high output LED PAR can fitted with 12pcs of 15W
super bright 6-in-1 COB LEDs. This light can be controlled manually via the controls on the back of the
unit, by the internal automatic or sound-activated programs or with a DMX controller if more precise
control is preferred. The tough plastic housing is accompanied by a flexible plastic mounting bracket,
giving the whole unit a total of weight of only 1.25Kg. Ideal solution for parties and events where
background colour wash or U/V illumination is required.
In the box:
Your PAR-186 should arrive with you in a single carton in good condition. The carton should contain
1 x main unit with bracket and screws, 1 x UK IEC mains lead and 1 x user guide.
Warning:
To prevent risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain or damp environments. In the event
of a spillage, disconnect the mains and allow the unit to dry out naturally. Qualified personnel should then
check the unit before continuing use.
Please read through this manual thoroughly before use, any damage
caused by misuse of product will not be covered by warranty.
Please do not open cover, contains high voltage. This
product is not serviceable or repairable by the end user.
Please refer to qualified personnel for service and repair.

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Placement:
•Use the included mounting bracket to fix to a stand or lighting truss
•Keep away from damp or dusty environments
•Ensure adequate airflow around the fixture housings
•Ensure adequate access to controls and connections
Cleaning:
•Use a soft cloth with a neutral detergent to clean the casing as required
•Use a vacuum cleaner to clear ventilation grilles of any dust or debris build-ups
•Do not use strong solvents for cleaning the unit
Rear panel controls:
1. Manual control buttons
2. IEC power in (fused)
3. LCD display
4. DMX input
5. DMX output
Manual control menu:
Press the “MENU” button to enter the settings menu.
Press “UP” and “DOWN”buttons to navigate through various setting functions.
Press “ENTER”button to save the desired setting.
Menu
Number range
Function and description
d001
d001-d512
DMX512 address setting (6 channel mode)
A001
A001-A512
DMX512 address setting (10 channel mode)
2.
5.
3.
4.
1.

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R255
r000-r255
Red dimming (0-100%)
G255
G000-G255
Green dimming (0-100%)
B255
b000-b255
Blue dimming (0-100%)
U255
u000-u255
White dimming (0-100%)
Y255
Y000-Y255
Amber dimming (0-100%)
P255
P000-P255
UV dimming (0-100%)
FH99
FH01-FH99
Strobe setting (speed slow to fast)
CL01
CL01-CL08
Single colour selection
CC99
CC01-CC99
Colour change (speed slow to fast)
dE99
dE01-dE99
Colour fade (speed slow to fast)
CP99
CP01-CP99
Colour pulse (speed slow to fast)
SU01
SU01-SU99
Sound active modes (1-9)
DMX mode:
The PAR-186 can be controlled by DMX signal, simply connect the DMX signal source to the DMX input on
the unit via a balanced XLR lead. Extra fixtures can be controlled by the same DMX signal by looping
through the DMX out on the unit. To enter DMX mode, select d001 (6CH mode) or A001 (10CH mode)
from the menu and confirm the correct start address by using the “UP”and “DOWN”buttons and
“ENTER”to confirm. Both 6CH and 10CH mode DMX values are indicated in the tables below:
6 Channel Mode (d001):
Channel
Value
Function
CH1
0-255
Red dimming (0-100%)
CH2
0-255
Green dimming (0-100%)
CH3
0-255
Blue dimming (0-100%)
CH4
0-255
White dimming (0-100%)
CH5
0-255
Amber dimming (0-100%)
CH6
0-255
UV dimming (0-100%)
10 Channel Mode (A001):
Channel
Value
Function
CH1
0-255
Master dimmer (0-100%)
CH2
0-255
Red dimming (0-100%)
CH3
0-255
Green dimming (0-100%)
CH4
0-255
Blue dimming (0-100%)
CH5
0-255
White dimming (0-100%)
CH6
0-255
Amber dimming (0-100%)
CH7
0-255
UV dimming (0-100%)
CH8
0-255
Strobe setting (speed slow to fast)
CH9
0-50
No function
51-100
Single colour selection (use CH10 to scroll)
101-150
Colour change
151-200
Colour fade
201-250
Colour pulse
251-255
Sound active mode
CH10
0-255
CH9 speed setting (slow to fast)

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Specifications:
Power supply
90-240Vac, 50/60Hz (IEC)
Power consumption
180W
Fuse rating
F3A
LED quantity
12 x 15W RGBWA-UV
DMX channels
6/10CH
Beam angle
25°
Dimensions
235 x 235 x 95mm
Weight
1.25g
Troubleshooting:
No power (mains)
Check mains voltage is correct, and outlet is switched on
Check IEC lead and fuse (if fuse continually blows, refer to your dealer)
No light output
Check control panel mode settings
Check DMX settings from controller (dimmer levels, blackout etc.)
Unresponsive to DMX
Check that unit is in DMX mode and ensure DMX address remains lit to
confirm receiving DMX signal
Check DMX controller is not set to black out
Check DMX controller is on correct fixture/page
Check master dimmer value
Check correct DMX address is set
Check DMX connection and leads
Overheating/
cutting out
Ensure adequate ventilation and unit is not too close to a heat source
This product is classed as Electrical or Electronic equipment and should not be disposed with other household or commercial waste at
the end of its useful life. The goods must be disposed of according to your local council guidelines.
Errors and omissions excepted.
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