Chauvet SlimPAR Q12 BT

1. Before You Begin

What Is Included

• SlimPAR Q12 BT LED PAR Light
• Power Cord
• Warranty Card
• Quick Reference Guide

Unpacking Instructions

Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to ensure all parts are present and in good condition.

Claims

If the box or contents appear damaged from shipping or mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate the claim. 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.

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Disclaimer

Chauvet believes the information in this manual is accurate in all respects. However, Chauvet assumes no responsibility and specifically disclaims any liability for any loss, damage, or disruption caused by errors or omissions in this document. Chauvet reserves the right to revise the content without obligation to notify any person or company. Download the latest version from www.chauvetdj.com. The works of authorship contained in this manual, including design, text, and images, are owned by Chauvet.

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Product at a Glance

Safety Notes

2. Introduction

Product Overview

The SlimPAR Q12 BT is a compact LED PAR fixture. It features a yoke/stand for mounting and adjustment. The control panel includes menu buttons, a control screen, and a microphone for sound-active modes. Connectivity options include Power Out, Power In, DMX Out, DMX In, and a Safety Loop attachment point. A sensitivity adjustment knob and an IR sensor are also present. The fuse is located near the power input.

Product Dimensions

The SlimPAR Q12 BT has the following approximate dimensions:

• Front View: Width 8.35 in (212 mm), Height 9.29 in (236 mm), Depth 1.10 in (28 mm) for the yoke.
• Side View: Height 10.98 in (279 mm), Depth 8.19 in (208 mm), Width 3.78 in (96 mm) for the main body, with a 1.18 in (30 mm) extension for the yoke knob and 2.80 in (71 mm) for the stand.
• Top/Bottom View: Length 10.71 in (272 mm), Width 9.02 in (229 mm).
• Overall Height (with stand): 7.13 in (181 mm).

3. Setup

AC Power

The SlimPAR Q12 BT has an auto-ranging power supply (100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz). Refer to the product's back panel label or specifications chart for current requirements.

Fuse Replacement

1. Wedge a flat-head screwdriver into the fuse holder slot.
2. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
3. Remove the blown fuse and replace with one of the exact same type and rating.
4. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.

The spare fuse holder is located inside the safety cap. The installed fuse is held by a plastic clip.

Power Linking

The product provides power linking via the Edison outlet on the back. This allows multiple units to be powered from a single source.

Power Linking Diagram Description: The diagram illustrates how to power link multiple SlimPAR Q12 BT products. The "1st Product" connects its power output to the power input of the "2nd Product", which then connects to the "3rd Product", and so on for "Additional Products", forming a daisy chain.

Mounting

Before mounting, follow the safety recommendations in the Safety Notes section.

Orientation

The SlimPAR Q12 BT can be mounted in any position, ensuring adequate ventilation around the product.

Rigging

• Ensure easy access for maintenance and programming.
• Verify the structure can support the product's weight (refer to Technical Specifications).
• When mounting overhead, always use a safety cable. Secure to a rigging point (elevated platform or truss).
• When rigging to a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity.
• For power linking multiple products, mount them close enough for cables to reach.
• Bracket adjustment knobs allow directional aiming. Loosen or tighten manually; using tools could damage them.

Mounting Diagram Description: The diagram shows the SlimPAR Q12 BT fixture with its mounting bracket. A "Mounting Clamp" (e.g., CLP-15 or CLP-15N from Chauvet) attaches to the mounting hole on the bracket. A "Safety Cable" (e.g., CH-05 from Chauvet) is also attached to the fixture for overhead safety. The "Bracket Adjustment Knob" is shown on the side of the fixture's yoke.

4. Operation

Control Panel Operation

Use the four buttons underneath the display to access control panel functions.

Menu Map

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Configuration (DMX)

The SlimPAR Q12 BT works with a DMX controller. Information about DMX is available from the Chauvet website www.chauvetdj.com.

DMX Personality and Starting Address

When selecting a starting DMX address, consider the number of DMX channels the selected DMX mode uses to avoid restricting access to channels. The SlimPAR Q12 BT uses up to 8 DMX channels in 8CH mode, allowing a highest configurable address of 505. If unfamiliar with DMX protocol, download the DMX Primer from www.chauvetdj.com.

To select the starting address:

1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4Ch or 8Ch shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> and d001-509 will show.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address.
4. Press <ENTER>.

DMX Values

8Ch

4Ch

Configuration (Bluetooth)

The SlimPAR Q12 BT can be operated with the BT Air application over a Bluetooth connection.

1. Download and install the BT Air app from your preferred app store.
2. Press <MENU> repeatedly until bLE shows on the display.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. The App will find and pair automatically to all the BT series products within range.

Configuration (Standalone)

Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.

Automatic Programs

To run the SlimPAR Q12 BT in automatic mode:

1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until P-- shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select an automatic program, from P (1-5).
4. Press <ENTER>.

Auto-Program Speed

To change the auto-program speed on the SlimPAR Q12 BT:

1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until S-- shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to increase or decrease the program speed, from (S 1–100).
3. Press <ENTER>. The product will return to the last selected mode.

Sound-Active Mode

To run the SlimPAR Q12 BT in sound-active mode:

1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until Snd shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to select a sound active program (Snd1, Snd2, Snd3, Snd4, or Snd5).
4. Press <ENTER>.

Sound Sensitivity

To set the sound sensitivity on the SlimPAR Q12 BT, adjust the knob next to the control panel.

Preset Color Mode

To run the SlimPAR Q12 BT on a static color:

1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until C-- shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select a static color, from (C 1-19).
4. Press <ENTER>.

Custom Color Mixing

To custom mix a static color:

1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until U-- shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> and one of the following will show on display:
• r___(red)
• g___(green)
• b___(blue)
• A___ (amber)
3. Press <ENTER> to cycle through the color settings.
4. When the desired color shows on the display, use <UP> or <DOWN> to increase or decrease the color value.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the product outputs as desired.

Dimmer

To set the dimmer speed mode of the SlimPAR Q12 BT:

1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until dIM shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select:
• L001 (slow) - L255(fast)
4. Press <ENTER>.

IRC-6 Infrared Remote Control

The SlimPAR Q12 BT is compatible with the IRC-6 infrared remote control from Chauvet. To activate IR mode:

1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until SEt shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> to accept.
3. Press <UP> or <DOWN> to select On or OFF.
4. Press <ENTER>.

IRC-6 Operation

Automatic Mode

Automatic mode enables running automatic programs on the product.

To turn on Automatic mode:

1. Press <AUTO> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <+> or <-> to choose between different auto programs.

To adjust the speed of the automatic program:

1. Press <SPEED> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the speed of the program.

Sound-Active Mode

Sound-Active mode enables the product to respond to music.

To turn on Sound-Active mode:

1. Press <SOUND> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <+> or <-> to choose between different Sound-Active programs.

To adjust sound sensitivity in Sound-Active mode:

1. Press <SENSITIVITY> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the sound sensitivity.

Manual Color Control

To choose a specific color with the IRC-6:

1. Press <MANUAL> on the IRC-6.
2. Press any number between <0>~<9> to choose your color.

To manually control the RGBA percentage:

1. Press <MANUAL> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <R> (red), <G> (green), <B> (blue), or <A> (amber) to choose your color.
3. Press <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the percentage of each color.

Miscellaneous Operation

To adjust the total output level:

1. Press <%> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the output level.

To adjust the strobe rate of the program:

1. Press <STROBE> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the strobe rate.
3. Press <STROBE> again to turn off the strobe.

To select only fading programs:

1. Press <FADE> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <+> or <-> to increase or decrease the output level.

To black out the lights:

1. Press <BLACK OUT> on the IRC-6.

This will turn off all the lights until the button is pressed again. Note: The IRC-6 will not respond to any inputs when Black Out is activated. If the remote does not respond when a button is pressed, try pressing <BLACK OUT>. You may have inadvertently activated Black Out.

Master/Slave Mode

Master/Slave mode allows a single SlimPAR Q12 BT product (the "master") to control one or more SlimPAR Q12 BT products (the "slaves") without a DMX controller. The master product operates in Stand-Alone mode, while slave products operate in Slave mode. Once set and connected, slave products operate in unison with the master.

Configure the products as indicated below.

Slave products:

1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 4CH or 8CH shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> to accept.
3. Set the DMX address to d 1.
4. Connect the DMX input of the first slave product to the DMX output of the master product.
5. Connect the DMX input of subsequent slave products to the DMX output of the previous slave product.
6. Finish setting and connecting all slave products.

Master product:

1. Set the master product to operate in Stand-Alone mode.
2. Make the master product the first product in the DMX daisy chain.

5. Maintenance

Product Maintenance

Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating, leading to reduced light source life and mechanical wear. To maintain optimum performance, clean lighting products at least twice a month. Usage and environmental conditions may increase cleaning frequency.

To clean the product:

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 from external surfaces/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.

6. Technical Specifications

Dimensions and Weight

Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest hundredth.

Power

Power I/O

Light Source

Photometrics

Thermal

DMX

Ordering

Ⓡ Bluetooth® FCC Ⓨ RoHS

7. Returns

For product support or returns, contact the appropriate Chauvet office based on your location:

• U.S.: Chauvet World Headquarters
• UK or Ireland: Chauvet Europe Ltd.
• Mexico: Chauvet Mexico
• Benelux: Chauvet Europe BVBA
• Other countries: Contact your local distributor. Visit www.chauvetdj.com for distributor details.

Call the corresponding Chauvet Technical Support office and request a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product. Provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the return. Send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, with original packing and accessories. Chauvet will not issue call tags. Clearly label the package with the RMA number. Chauvet will refuse any product returned without an RMA number.

Before sending the product, clearly write the following information on a piece of paper and place it inside the box:

• Your name
• Your address
• Your phone number
• RMA number
• A brief description of the problem

Pack the product properly. Shipping damage from inadequate packaging is your responsibility. FedEx packing or double-boxing are recommended.

8. Contact Us

General Information & Technical Support

Visit the applicable website above to verify contact information and instructions to request support. Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, Mexico or Benelux, contact the dealer of record.