PRG Controlling VARI-LITE Equipment Using DMX 512 - Manual (Page 46)

DMX512 R EFERENCE G UIDE
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APS6 Module
The APS6 power supply module is an electronic ballast for high
intensity discharge arc lamps. It is used to power VL5Arc, VL6 series,
and VL7 series luminaire arc lamps. The module is designed to slide-
mount into any of the front slots on the SixPack chassis, connecting
electrically via euro-connectors.
Switches on the faceplate (or PCB jumpers on older models) allow the
module to be configured for a specific output wattage and enable or
disable the remote start feature. If the remote start feature is desired, the
modules must be used in conjunction with an SPC-36 controller.
The PSET (Preset) mode enables manual control of the module. This is
the normal mode of operation. Use this mode when not using an SPC-36
controller to remotely control modules from an Artisan console. The DCV (Dimmer Control Voltage)
mode operates the module with 0-10Vdc control input. This mode is required when using an SPC-36
controller to remotely control modules from an Artisan console.
SPC-36 SixPack Controller
The SPC-36 controller is a 36-channel analog dimmer
interface that will interface to APS6 and C3 modules
(only).
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The unit receives power through a Series 200
lamp run.
• In DMX512 mode, all channels are mapped to the
default type: incandescent with 0 percent preheat
(0 volts output).
Note: Avoid fading an SPC-36 controller channel mapped to an APS6 (remote start) up and down.
This will cause shortened lamp life. APS6 channels should be set to a curve of "full at 1%" if possible.