User Manual
Freedom™ Par Tri-6 User Manual Rev. 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Before You Begin ............................................................................................................................. 3 What Is Included ....................................................................................................................................................................... 3 Unpacking Instructions .................................................................................................
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN What Is Included Unpacking Instructions Claims • • • • • Freedom™ Par Tri-6 Power Cord IRC-6 (Infrared Remote Control) Warranty Card Quick Reference Guide Carefully unpack the Freedom™ Par Tri-6 and check that all the parts are in the package, and are in good condition. If the box, or any of the contents, appear damaged from shipping, save all the packaging and file a claim with the carrier immediately.
Product at a Glance Safety Notes Use on Dimmer x Auto Program P Outdoor Use x Auto-Ranging Power Supply P Sound-Activated P Replaceable Fuse P DMX P User-Serviceable x Master/Slave P These notes include important information about the mounting, usage, and maintenance of this product; read before using the product. • • • • • • • • Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
2. INTRODUCTION On/Off Switch Infrared Sensor Kickstand DMX Out DMX In Carry Handle Glare Shield Menu Buttons Overview Microphone Fuse Holder Power In Description Power Out Display Battery Life Indicator LEDs D-Fi™ AUTO Sync/Clear Button The Freedom™ Par Tri-6 is a wireless, battery-operated, tri-color LED Par with a built-in D-Fi™ transceiver. It works with the FlareCON™ Air and IRC-6 for wireless triggering and control.
5.4 in 7.2 in 138 mm 184 mm Dimensions 5.7 in 145 mm Page 6 of 22 Freedom™ Par Tri-6 User Manual Rev.
3. SETUP AC Power The Freedom™ Par Tri-6 has an internal auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Always connect the product to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire. 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. Fuse Replacement 1.
Power Linking Daisy chaining products together through their Power In and Power Out sockets, called power linking, allows many products to be powered from one power outlet. Up to 17 Freedom™ Par Tri-6 products can be power linked at 120 V, and up to 30 Freedom™ Par Tri-6 products can be power linked at 230 V. Battery Power Charging the Battery The Freedom™ Par Tri-6 comes with a rechargeable lithium battery for cable-free operation.
Mounting Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in Safety Notes. Orientation The Freedom™ Par Tri-6 has a compact design to fit perfectly inside the TRUSST® truss systems. It attaches to 35-50 mm truss without the need for a bracket, using an M12 threaded rigging point. Floor mounting is a cinch with a built-in adjustable kickstand.
4. OPERATION Control Panel Operation To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the display.
DMX Linking The Freedom™ Par Tri-6 operates in Master/Slave mode, or in DMX mode, both of which require DMX linking. In Master/Slave mode the master product sends DMX signals to the slaves. In DMX mode the lighting control board sends DMX signals to the products. To DMX-link a number of Freedom™ Par Tri-6 using wireless D-Fi™, see D-Fi™ 2.4 GHz (DMX Mode Manual Sync).
D-Fi™ 2.4 GHz (DMX Mode Manual Sync) The Freedom™ Par Tri-6 series offers wireless control of 2 or more products with a single DMX controller. To manually set up the D-Fi™ 2.4 GHz syncing for DMX, do the following. For the transmitting product: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press
D-Fi™ 2.4 GHz (DMX Mode Auto Sync) The Freedom™ Par Tri-6 offers wireless control of 2 or more products with a single DMX controller. To automatically set up D-Fi™ 2.4 GHz syncing for DMX, do the following: For the receiving product(s): 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press
DMX Channel Assignments and Values 9-CH The following tables show which DMX channels control which functions in each of the DMX personalities. Be sure to become familiar with these values when operating the product with a DMX controller.
9-CH Channel 7 8 9 5-CH 3-CH Function Auto and Sound Programs Auto Speed Dimmer Mode Channel Function Value Setting 000 ó 010 No function 011 ó 060 Auto program 1 061 ó 120 Auto program 2 121 ó 180 Auto program 3 181 ó 240 Auto program 4 241 ó 255 Sound-Active mode 000 ó 255 Program speed, slow to fast 000 ó 051 Preset dimmer speed set in menu options 052 ó 101 Dimmer speed mode off 102 ó 152 Dimmer speed mode 1, (fast speed) 153 ó 203 Dimmer speed mode 2, (medium speed)
4-CH Channel Function 1 Value CH. 2 CH.
Configuration (Standalone) Use standalone configuration to operate the product without a DMX controller. There are a variety of Standalone modes and they are powerful tools for making exciting looks. Never connect a product operating in a standalone mode (Static, Sound-Active, Auto, or Infrared) to a DMX chain that includes a DMX controller. Products in a standalone mode can transmit DMX signals that interfere with the DMX signals from the controller.
Infrared Mode Infrared (IR) mode allows the product to be controlled with an infrared remote controller. The IRC-6 can remotely set the product to various modes; adjust the color, speed and sensitivity; and set the strobe. The Freedom™ Par Tri-6 is compatible with the included IRC-6 from Chauvet. To enable use with the IRC-6, follow the instructions below: 1. Press
5. TECHNICAL INFORMATION Product Maintenance Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduction of the light source’s life. To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, clean the product at least twice a month. However, usage and environmental conditions may require more frequent cleaning. To clean the product, follow the instructions below: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Unplug the product from power. Wait until the product is at room temperature.
6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Weight Length Width Height Weight 5.4 in (138 mm) 5.7 in (145 mm) 7.2 in (184 mm) 5.8 lb (2.6 kg) Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit. Power LED Photo Optic Thermal DMX Ordering Page 20 of 22 Input Voltage Range Voltage Selection Switching (internal) 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Auto-ranging Parameter 120 VAC, 60 Hz 230 VAC, 50 Hz Consumption 32 W 31 W Operating current 0.5 A 0.
RETURNS To return a product or request support: • • • • In the U.S., contact Chauvet World Headquarters (see Contact Us). In the UK or Ireland, contact Chauvet Europe Ltd. (see Contact Us). In Mexico, contact Chauvet Mexico (see Contact Us). In any other country, DO NOT contact Chauvet. Contact your distributor. See www.chauvetlighting.com for distributors outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, or Mexico. If you live outside the U.S.
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