onAir Panel 3 IP User Manual

Edition Notes

The onAir Panel 3 IP User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation and maintenance instructions for the onAir Panel 3 IP as of the release date of this edition.

Trademarks

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Intended Audience

Any person 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.

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1. Before You Begin

What Is Included

• onAir Panel 3 IP
• Seetronic Powerkon IP65 power cable
• Omega bracket with mounting hardware
• Quick Reference Guide

Claims

Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container 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 a 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.

Text Conventions

Symbols

Any reference to data or power connections in this manual assumes the use of Seetronic IP rated cables.

The term "DMX" used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A digital data transmission protocol.

Safety Notes

Read all the following safety notes before working with this product. These notes contain 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, certified technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs.

All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this product.

• The luminaire is intended for professional use only.
• The luminaire should be positioned so that prolonged staring into the luminaire at a distance closer than 16.4 ft (5 m) is not expected.
• If the external flexible cable or cord of this luminaire is damaged, it shall be replaced by a special cord or cord exclusively available from the manufacturer or its service agent.
• The light source contained in this luminaire shall only be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similar qualified person.

CAUTION:

• This product's housing may be hot when operating. Mount this product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.
• When transferring the 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 the product to fully acclimate to the surrounding environment before connecting it to power.
• Flashing light is known to trigger epileptic seizures. User must comply with local laws regarding notification of strobe use.

ALWAYS:

• Disconnect from power before cleaning the product.
• When using an IP65-rated product in an outdoor environment, use IP65- (or higher) rated power and data cable.
• Replace and secure IP-rated protective covers to all power, data, USB, or other ports when not in use.
• Use a safety cable when mounting this product overhead.
• Connect this product to a grounded and protected circuit.

DO NOT:

• Open this product. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
• Look at the light source when the product is on.
• Leave any flammable material within 1 m of this product while operating or connected to power.
• Connect this product to a dimmer or rheostat.
• Operate this product if the housing, lenses, or cables appear damaged.
• Submerge this product (adhere to standards for the published IP rating). Regular outdoor operation is fine.
• Permanently install outdoors in locations with extreme environmental conditions. This includes, but is not limited to:
  • Exposure to a marine/saline environment (within 3 miles of a saltwater body of water).
  • Locations where normal temperatures exceed the temperature ranges in this manual.
  • Locations that are prone to flooding or being buried in snow.
  • Other areas where the product will be subject to extreme radiation or caustic substances.

• ONLY use the hanging/mounting bracket to carry this product.
• The maximum ambient temperature is 113 °F (45 °C). Do not operate this product at higher temperatures.
• The minimum startup temperature is -4 °F (-20 °C). Do not start the product at lower temperatures.
• The minimum ambient temperature is -22 °F (-30 °C). Do not operate the product at lower temperatures.
• 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.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using immediately.

If this Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support.

FCC Statement of Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 Part B of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

RF Exposure Warning for North America and Australia

Warning! This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and the user. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Expected LED Lifespan

Over time, use and heat will gradually reduce LED brightness. Clustered LEDs produce more heat than single LEDs, contributing to shorter lifespans if always used at full intensity. The average LED lifespan is 40,000 to 50,000 hours. To extend LED lifespan, maintain proper ventilation around the product, and limit the overall intensity.

2. Introduction

Description

The onAir Panel 3 IP is an IP65 full-spectrum LED soft light with a 1x1 format for outdoor or indoor operation. Ready for any broadcast setting, the onAir Panel 3 IP features high CRI/ TLC and TM-30 scores, a smooth 16-bit dimming curve, +/- green adjustment, an emulated redshift, built-in customizable effects, and a drop-in slot for easy changing of accessories. Mounting options include a Jr Pin and an Omega bracket. PWM, DMX, RDM, CRMXTM, Art-NetTM, sACN, and an on-board control option ensure camera-ready use. An optional 28 VDC input via 3-pin XLR enables use of an external battery pack to add increased flexibility for all remote needs.

Features

• Full-spectrum LED linear format soft light panel style fixture for broadcast, film, and special events
• IP65 rating for all weather use indoors or out
• Linear color temperature presets from 2800 K to 8000 K with high CRI and CQS
• Virtual color wheel with color matched to popular gel colors
• +/- Green adjustment and emulated red-shift via DMX or on-board control
• RDM (Remote Device Management) and CRMX Wireless Control for added flexibility
• Adjustable PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) to avoid flickering on camera
• Virtually silent operation for use in studio applications
• Ultra-smooth 16-bit dimming curves and speeds to complement any lighting scheme.
• Easily switch mounting options from Jr pin to omega bracket
• Drop-in slot for diffusers and intensifier filter (sold separately)
• Rugged design for years of rough use in the most extreme conditions
• Easy to use on-board control with full access to all the features of the fixture without the need for a dedicated controller
• USB port for fixture software updates
• 28 VDC power input via 3-pin XLR to power the fixture from an external battery pack

Product Overview

Diagram description: The rear panel of the onAir Panel 3 IP fixture is shown. Key components are labeled: Control knobs, Preset buttons, LCD display, Menu buttons, CRMXTM antenna, Carry handle (x2), Ethernet ports, DMX in/out, USB C port, 28 VDC power in, Power in/out, and Condensation valve.

Product Dimensions

Diagram description: Top, front, and side views of the onAir Panel 3 IP fixture with dimensions indicated in inches and millimeters. Top view shows width (33.75 in / 857.25 mm) and depth (26.1 in / 663 mm). Front view shows length (33.75 in / 857.25 mm) and height (3.03 in / 76.9 mm). Side view shows depth (15.91 in / 404.1 mm) and height (11.2 in / 284.48 mm) with mounting bracket details (7.36 in / 186.96 mm and 4.75 in / 120.65 mm).

3. Setup

AC Power

The onAir Panel 3 IP has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.

To determine the product's power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product's back panel, or refer to the product's specifications chart. The listed current rating indicates the product's average current draw under normal conditions.

⚠️ Always connect the product to a protected circuit (a circuit breaker or fuse). Ensure the product has 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 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.

AC Plug

The onAir Panel 3 IP comes with a power input cable terminated with a Seetronic Powerkon A connector on one end and an Edison plug on the other end (U.S. market). If the power cable which came with the product has no plug, or if it is necessary to change the plug, use the table below to wire a plug.

Power Linking

It is possible to power link onAir Panel 3 IP products. See the table below for the current draw at each voltage and frequency:

Never exceed 12 A on a single circuit. Power-linking cables can be purchased separately.

DC Power

The onAir Panel 3 IP has a 3-pin IP65 XLR power input that can work with an input voltage of 28 VDC which is SELV voltage supplied by short-circuit-proof power supply.

If AC power and DC power are input to the product at the same time, the product will automatically give priority to AC power input.

USB Software Update

The onAir Panel 3 IP allows for software update through USB using the built-in USB port. To update the software using a USB flash drive, do the following:

1. Power on the product and plug the flash drive into the USB port.
2. Once the flash drive has been detected, the message “Upgrade Firmware” will be displayed. Press <ENTER>. If a different message appears on the display, search for the updated software in the menu (Update Firmware) and select from Only This Fixture, Multiple Fixture, or Other Fixture Type. A list of the updated software files will be displayed.
3. Select the file that needs to be uploaded.
   • ⚠️ Be sure to select the correct file before pressing <ENTER>. DO NOT turn off the power or disconnect the USB during the process. The USB update can take several minutes to complete.
   • If the selected file is incorrect, the upgrade will fail, and the display will go back to the main interface. Repeat steps 1–3 using the correct file.
4. If the selected file is correct, the update will start. DO NOT turn off power or disconnect the USB during the process. The USB update can take several minutes to complete.
5. When the update is complete, the product will automatically reboot.
6. Go to the Information level of the product main menu and confirm the firmware revision.
7. When the boot-up process is finished, restart the product manually.
• Place the .chl file in the root directory of the USB drive.
• The product's USB port supports up to 32GB capacity and only works with FAT32 file format.

⚠️ Turning off the power, removing the USB, or not setting the fixture to the correct protocol during the update can cause partial or total firmware failure in the targeted fixture(s). Please refer to the Upload 25 Instructions to fix firmware failure issues.

Signal Connections

The onAir Panel 3 IP can receive a DMX, Art-NetTM, sACN, or a wireless Lumenradio CRMXTM signal. The product has 2 Seetronic Etherkon-compatible through ports and 5-pin DMX in and out ports. If using other compatible products with this product, it is possible to control each individually with a single controller.

Control Personalities

The onAir Panel 3 IP uses a 5-pin DMX data connection, Art-NetTM, sACN, or wireless CRMXTM for its 14 control personalities, ranging from 1Ch to 16Ch.

• Refer to the Operation chapter to learn how to configure the onAir Panel 3 IP to work in these personalities.
• The DMX Channel Assignments and Values section provides detailed information regarding the control personalities.

For more information about DMX standards or the DMX cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller, download the DMX Primer from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com.

DMX Linking

It is possible to link the onAir Panel 3 IP to a DMX controller using a 5-pin DMX connection or a CRMXTM connection. For more information about DMX, read the DMX primer at: https://www.chauvetprofessional.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/DMX_Primer.pdf.

Remote Device Management

Remote Device Management, or RDM, is a standard for allowing DMX-enabled devices to communicate bi-directionally along existing DMX cabling. Check the DMX controller's User Manual or with the manufacturer as not all DMX controllers have this capability. The onAir Panel 3 IP supports RDM protocol that allows feedback to make changes to menu map options.

Art-NetTM Connection

Art-NetTM is an Ethernet protocol that uses TCP/IP which transfers a large amount of DMX512 data using an ethernet connection over a large network. An Art-NetTM protocol document is available from www.chauvetprofessional.com. Art-NetTM designed by and copyright Artistic Licence Holdings Ltd.

sACN Connection

Also known as ANSI E1.31, streaming ACN is an Ethernet protocol that uses the layering and formatting of Architecture for Control Networks to transport DMX512 data over IP or any other ACN compatible network.

Ethernet Connection Diagram

Diagram description: A network diagram shows a computer/controller running Art-NetTM or sACN protocol connected via a switch or router to two onAir Panel 3 IP fixtures. The diagram illustrates how multiple fixtures can be connected in a network, with an arrow indicating connection to other Art-NetTM or sACN devices.

Lumenradio CRMXTM Connection

In optimal conditions, the onAir Panel 3 IP can operate up to 300 m (900 ft) away from the CRMXTM transmitter, The CRMXTM receiver in the onAir Panel 3 IP must be paired with the CRMXTM transmitter for wireless operation.

Initial Setup

1. Turn the CRMXTM transmitter on.
2. Connect the CRMXTM transmitter to a DMX controller.
3. Place the onAir Panel 3 IP within 300 m from the CRMXTM transmitter.
4. Turn the onAir Panel 3 IP on.

Configuration

1. From the onAir Panel 3 IP's control panel, go to DMX Address.
2. Select the start address, as with any other DMX compatible product.
3. Go to Wireless Setting > Receive On/Off.
4. Select On. (The Signal Strength Indicator will show a ? in front of the bars)
5. Press the reset button on the CRMXTM transmitter. (The Signal Strength Indicator on the onAir Panel 3 IP will show a in front of the bars for 3 seconds while a connection is established.)

Product Pairing

If the onAir Panel 3 IP has already been paired with the CRMXTM transmitter, the Signal Strength Indicator on top of the display will show the strength of the signal. In this case, the onAir Panel 3 IP is ready to work in Wireless mode.

Pairing the onAir Panel 3 IP and a New CRMXTM Transmitter

1. From the onAir Panel 3 IP control panel, go to Wireless Setting > Receive Reset.
2. Select Yes.
3. From the CRMXTM transmitter, press <RESET>. The signal indicator on the transmitter will flash.
4. Once the transmitter has found the onAir Panel 3 IP, the signal indicator on the CRMXTM transmitter will illuminate solid.
5. The display screen on the onAir Panel 3 IP will show the strength of the signal.

? CRMXTM operation can be interrupted or inhibited by people or liquid masses, including water or snow, between the transmitter and receiver. For best results, keep the area between the transmitter and receiver clear of any liquid masses.

Accessory Slots

The onAir Panel 3 IP has 2 accessory slots that can be accessed by pressing the accessory slot tabs inward and opening the hinged accessory slot cover.

• ⚠️ Do not use when the diffuser is removed. The diffuser cannot be removed when the fixture is powered on.
• For fixed mounted luminaires, the risk group shall not exceed RG1 at the distance obtaining 500 lx.
• The back slot is for a diffuser or intensifier.
• The front slot is for accessories such as a honeycomb or barn doors.

Mounting

Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes.

Orientation

Always mount this product in a safe position, making sure there is adequate room for ventilation, configuration, and maintenance.

Rigging

Chauvet recommends using the following general guidelines when mounting this product.

• Before deciding on a location for the product, make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming purposes.
• Make sure that the structure and attachment points can support the weight before hanging the product. See the Technical Specifications for weight information.
• When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the product securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.
• When rigging the product onto a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity.

Procedure

The onAir Panel 3 IP comes with an Omega bracket. The user can directly attach a mounting clamp to this Omega bracket. Make sure the clamp is capable of supporting the weight of this product. For the Chauvet Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://www.trusst.com/products.

Mounting Diagram

Diagram description: An exploded view shows how to mount the onAir Panel 3 IP. It illustrates the Omega bracket attaching to the fixture, and a mounting clamp attaching to the Omega bracket. A safety cable and junior pin are also shown, indicating secure rigging practices.

4. Operation

Control Panel Description

Control Options

• Wired DMX Via 5-pin DMX port
• Wireless Lumenradio CRMXTM With the option to convert wireless input to wired DMX output
• Art-NetTM (wired ethernet) With the option to convert ethernet input to wired DMX output
• sACN (wired ethernet) With the option to convert ethernet input to wired DMX output
• CCT Control Correlated Color Temperature, standalone with the control knobs
• HSV Control Hue, Saturation, Value, standalone with the control knobs
• XY Control Cartesian X and Y coordinates, standalone with the control knobs
• Preset CCTs Preset Correlated Color Control options, standalone through the menu and preset buttons
• Manual Color Mixer Individual color control to create custom colors, standalone through the display menu
• Effect Macros Automatic programs, standalone through the display menu

Programming

Refer to the menu map to understand the menu options. The menu map shows the main menu and a variable number of programming levels for each option.

• To access the main menu from the Home Screen, press <MENU>.
• To navigate to the desired option in the main menu, press <MENU> repeatedly until the option is indicated, or use <UP> or <DOWN> to navigate directly.
• Press <ENTER> to select the indicated option.
• Use <UP> or <DOWN> to navigate within a programming level until the desired option is indicated.
• To return to the main menu, press <MENU> repeatedly until it shows on the display.
• Press and hold <MENU> to return to the home screen.

Control options can also be accessed through the Web Server.

Menu Map

Refer to the onAir Panel 3 IP product page on www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest menu map.

DMX Channel Assignments and Values

XYExtended(10) / XYBasic(6)

24Ch / 19Ch / 14Ch / 12Ch

15Ch / 11Ch / 5Ch / 3Ch

8Ch / 6Ch / 4Ch

1Ch

Control Chart

Color Temperature Chart

Standalone Configuration

In a standalone mode, the onAir Panel 3 IP can be controlled through the display menu, the control knobs, and/or the preset buttons.

CCT Control

In CCT Control mode, the control knobs have the following functions:

• <DIM/INTENSITY>: Increase or decrease the dimmer value, from 00.0–100%.
• <+/-GRN/HUE>: Increase or decrease the green level, from -0.25–0.25.
• <CCT/SATURATION>: Increase or decrease the correlated color temperature, from 2800–8000K.

To set the product to CCT Control mode, press one of the preset buttons, or:

1. Go to the Static main level.
2. Select the CCT Control option.

Preset Buttons

Pressing one of the 8 preset buttons will automatically set the product to CCT Control mode.

• Press <Preset A/B> to toggle between the A presets (factory-defined) and the B presets (custom).
• To save a custom preset:
  1. Press <Preset A/B> until the upper right corner of the display reads P/B.
  2. Set the control knobs as desired in CCT Control mode.
  3. Press and hold the button for the desired preset. (Master Mode Preset Save will flash on the display).

HSV Control

In HSV Control mode, the control knobs have the following functions:

• <DIM/INTENSITY>: Increase or decrease the dimmer value, from 00.0–100%.
• <+/-GRN/HUE>: Increase or decrease the hue value, from 000–360°.
• <CCT/SATURATION>: Increase or decrease the saturation, from 00.0–100%.

To set the product to HSV Control mode:

1. Go to the Static main level.
2. Select the HSV Control option.

XY Control

In HSV Control mode, the control knobs have the following functions:

• <DIM/INTENSITY>: Increase or decrease the dimmer value, from 00.0–100%.
• <+/-GRN/HUE>: Increase or decrease the X coordinate value, from 0.00–0.850.
• <CCT/SATURATION>: Increase or decrease the Y coordinate value, from 0.00-0.850.

To set the product to HSV Control mode:

1. Go to the Static main level.
2. Select the XY Control option.

Preset CCTs

To set the onAir Panel 3 IP to a preset correlated color temperature through the display menu:

1. Go to the Static main level.
2. Select the Preset CCTs option.
3. Select the preset correlated color temperature, from 2800K, 2900K, 3000K, 3100K, 3200K, 3300K, 3400K, 3500K, 3600K, 3700K, 3800K, 3900K, 4000K, 4100K, 4200K, 4300K, 4400K, 4500K, 4600K, 4700K, 4800K, 4900K, 5000K, 5100K, 5200K, 5300K, 5400K, 5500K, 5600K, 5700K, 6000K, 6500K, 7000K, 7500K, or 8000K.
4. Set the Dimmer from 000-255.
5. Set the Hue from -25-25.

Manual Color Mixer

To mix a custom static color through the display menu of the onAir Panel 3 IP:

1. Go to the Static main level.
2. Select the Manual Color Mixer option.
3. Select the color value to edit, from Red, Green, Blue, and White.
4. Set the selected color value from 000-255.
5. Repeat until the color is set as desired.

Settings Configuration

Red Shift

With red shift enabled, the color temperature will warm as the dimmer decreases in imitation of a lamp. To enable or disable the red shift function:

1. Go to the Red Shift main level.
2. Select from On or Off.

Master/Slave

To set the onAir Panel 3 IP product to master or slave mode:

1. Go to the Master/Slave main level.
2. Select from Master (sends control signal) or Slave (receives control signal).

• ⓘ Configure all the slave products before connecting the master to the daisy chain.
• Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master.
• Do not connect more than 31 slaves to the master.

DMX Loss

To set the way in which the product will respond to the loss of a DMX signal:

1. Go to the DMX Loss main level.
2. Select from
   • Hold Last (maintain and send the last DMX values received),
   • Stop DMX (maintain the last DMX values received without sending), or
   • Blackout (set all channels to 000).

Dimmer Curve

To set the dimmer curve:

1. Go to the Red Shift main level.
2. Select from S Curve, Linear, Square, or Inverse Square.

Dimmer Speed Mode

To set the dimmer speed:

1. Go to the Dimmer Mode main level.
2. Select the dimmer speed mode from Off (instant), Dimmer 1 (fastest), Dimmer 2, or Dimmer 3 (slowest).

Color Calibration

To configure the color calibration:

1. Go to the Color Calibration main level.
2. Select from Off, User Calibration, or Factory Calibration.
3. If User Calibration, select the maximum color value to edit, from Red, Green, Blue, or White.
4. Set the maximum level for the selected color, from 125–255.
5. Repeat until the colors are calibrated as desired.

Pulse Width Modulation

To set the frequency of the pulse width modulation:

1. Go to the LED Frequency main level.
2. Select the PWM frequency, from 600Hz, 1200Hz, 2000Hz, 4000Hz, 6000Hz, or 25KHz.

Fan Mode

To set the fan mode:

1. Go to the Fan Mode main level.
2. Select the fan mode, from Auto (adjusts to product temperature), On (always on), Off (always off), or Silent (silent mode).

Wireless Lumenradio CRMXTM Settings

Toggle CRMXTM

To enable or disable wireless CRMXTM control:

1. Go to the Wireless Setting main level.
2. Select the Receive Off/On option.
3. Select from Off (disabled) or On (enabled).

Receiver Reset

To reset the CRMXTM receiver:

1. Go to the Wireless Setting main level.
2. Select the Receive Reset option.
3. Select from No (do not reset) or Yes (reset).

Wireless to DMX

The onAir Panel 3 IP can convert wireless CRMXTM to wired DMX output. To enable or disable this function:

1. Go to the Wireless Setting main level.
2. Select the Wireless To DMX option.
3. Select from No (do not convert) or Yes (convert).

Display Backlight

To set how long the display will stay lit without activity:

1. Go to the Back Light main level.
2. Select from 10S (10 seconds), 30S (30 seconds), 2Min (2 minutes), or Always On.

Information

To view product information, such as the number of hours the product has been on, the driver firmware, etc., go to the Information main level.

Factory Reset

To reset the product to factory default settings:

1. Go to the Factory Reset main level.
2. Select No (do not reset) or Yes (reset).

Web Server

The onAir Panel 3 IP Web Server can be accessed by any computer on the same network as the product. It allows network access to system information, settings such as control protocol and starting address, color output testing, and the ability to change the Web Server password.

1. Connect the product to a Windows computer with a network cable.
2. On the computer, set the IP address of the new network to have the same first 3 digits as the IP address of the product (See IP Address).
3. Enter the IP address of the product into the URL bar of a web browser on the computer.
4. Enter both the User Name and Password as admin to log in.

Home

The Web Server Home page displays the details of all available control personalities and the technical specifications for the onAir Panel 3 IP.

Settings

The Web Server Settings page provides options for control. From the drop-down menus, the Protocol, Universe, Start Address, IP Address, Ethernet to DMX, Personality, Dimmer Curve, Dimmer Mode, and PWM Frequency can all be edited. Click Save Settings to send the new configuration to the product.

Output

On the Web Server Output page, an output test of the product's LEDs can be performed, by either editing the values of each LED manually (by typing the number or moving the fader), or by selecting a sample color. The page will show the current output color on the bottom left.

Security

The Web Server Security page gives the option to change the password to the connected product's web server. Enter the old password (admin, by default) and the new password twice, then click Save Settings to change the password.

5. Maintenance

Product Maintenance

Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduction of the light source's life and/or mechanical wear. To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, clean each lighting product at least twice a month. However, be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be contributing factors to increase the cleaning frequency.

To clean the product, follow the instructions below:

1. Unplug the product from power.
2. Wait until the product is at room temperature.
3. Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external surface/vents.
4. Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
5. Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
6. Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface.
7. Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.

? Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.

⚠️ Do not spin the cooling fans with compressed air. Damage may result.

6. Technical Specifications

Dimensions and Weight

Note: Dimensions in inches are rounded.

Power

Power I/O

Light Source

Photometrics

Thermal

Control

Ordering

Contact Us

General Information

Chauvet World Headquarters

Address: 3360 Davie Rd.
Davie, FL 33314

Voice: (954) 577-4455
Fax: (954) 929-5560
Toll Free: (800) 762-1084

Chauvet U.K.

Address: Pod 1 EVO Park
Little Oak Drive, Sherwood Park
Nottinghamshire, NG15 0EB
UK

Voice: +44 (0) 1773 511115
Fax: +44 (0) 1773 511110

Chauvet Benelux

Address: Stokstraat 18
9770 Kruishoutem
Belgium

Voice: +32 9 388 93 97

Chauvet France

Address: 3, Rue Ampère
91380 Chilly-Mazarin
France

Voice: +33 1 78 85 33 59

Chauvet Germany

Address: Bruno-Bürgel-Str. 11
28759 Bremen
Germany

Voice: +49 421 62 60 20

Chauvet Mexico

Address: Av. de las Partidas 34 - 3B (Entrance by Calle 2)
Zona Industrial Lerma
Lerma, Edo. de México, CP 52000

Voice: +52 (728) 690-2010

Technical Support

Voice: (844) 393-7575
Fax: (954) 756-8015
Email: chauvetcs@chauvetlighting.com
Website: www.chauvetprofessional.com

Email: UKtech@chauvetlighting.eu
Website: www.chauvetprofessional.eu

Email: BNLtech@chauvetlighting.eu
Website: www.chauvetprofessional.eu

Email: FRtech@chauvetlighting.fr
Website: www.chauvetprofessional.eu

Email: DEtech@chauvetlighting.de
Website: www.chauvetprofessional.eu

Email: servicio@chauvet.com.mx
Website: www.chauvetprofessional.mx

Warranty & Returns

For warranty terms and conditions and return information, please visit our website.

For customers in the United States and Mexico: www.chauvetlighting.com/warranty-registration.

For customers in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, and Germany: www.chauvetlighting.eu/warranty-registration.