ARCSHINEM18VW
PROLIGHTS

ArcShine M18VW

18x4W IP66 Variable White architectural linear bar, 100 cm

The ArcShine M18VW and ArcShine M9VW are a series of linear LED fixtures, designed for interior and exterior applications (IP66) such as flood lighting, wall washing and accent lighting.
There are two sizes available, one with 18 LEDs (100 cm) and the other with 9 (50 cm) LED emitters, 4W each, with Variable White colour mixing. Its die-cast aluminium body with tempered glass make them perfect additions to urban structures or historical buildings. 
Optic: 8° lenses capable of delivering multiple angles with optional holographic filters.
Optional holographic symmetric and elliptical filters available: 20°, 40°, 60°, 10°x60°, 30°x60°.
The ArcShine range has an on-board power supply and DMX/RDM control. The 100 cm version is controllable in two sections.

5 YEARS WARRANTY

Main features:

  • IP66 design, AC 100-240V and driver on-board, DMX/RDM controllable
  • Variable White colour mixing, with 4W LED emitters
  • Optic: 8° lenses capable of delivering multiple angles with optional holographic filters
  • Optional holographic symmetric and elliptical filters available: 20°, 40°, 60°, 10°x60°. 30°x60°
See variants

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ArcShine M18VW
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ArcShine M18VW
ArcShine M18VW
ArcShine M18VW

Technical specifications

LIGHT SOURCE
  • Source: 18x4W Variable White LED
  • CCT: 2.800 K - 6.500
  • Luminous flux: (8°) 3'728 lm; (8°+20°) 3'728 lm; (8°+40°) 3'649 lm; (8°+60°) 3'627 lm; (8°+1060°) 5'401 lm; (8°+3060°) 3'942 @Full
  • Luminous flux:
  • Lux: (8°) 1'553 lx; (8°+20°) 378 lx; (8°+40°) 154 lx; (8°+60°) 118 lx; (8°+1060°) 279 lx; (8°+3060°) 154lx @3 m
  • CRI: >85
  • Source life expectancy: > 50.000 hrs (L70B10 @Ta 25° C / 77° F)
OPTICS
  • Beam angle: 8°
  • Additional optics: see available accessories
COLOUR SYSTEM
  • Colour mixing: Variable White
  • CCT: CCT control through dedicated DMX channel
  • Macros: built-in white presets
BODY
  • Tilt range: manual 180°
  • Body: sturdy aluminum profile
  • Body colour: RAL 7012
CONTROL
  • Protocols: DMX512, RDM
  • Stand Alone: available through DATAMASTER external coder (not included)
  • DMX channels: 1 / 2 / 5 / 9channel
  • Pixel control: 2 controllable sections
  • RDM: RDM for remote monitoring and settings
  • Display: user interface through DATAMASTER external coder (not included)
  • Firmware upgrade: via DMX with UPBOXPRO/UPBOX1 (USB-DMX interface not included)
  • Master/Slave: for synchronised operation of more units linked in a chain
  • Other: 16bit control of dimmer and colour
ELECTRONICS
  • Dimmer: linear 0 ~ 100% electronic dimmer
  • Dimmer curves: 4 selectable dimming modes available
  • Strobe / shutter: 1-30 Hz, electronic
  • Operating temperature: -20° C / +45° C (-4° F / +113° F) Ta
  • Selectable PWM: 600 ~ 25.000 Hz
ELECTRICAL
  • Mains power supply: 100-240V - 50/60Hz
  • Max power consumption: 80W
  • Output (at 230V): 15 units on a single power line
  • Power factor: >0,94
PHYSICAL
  • IP rating: 66 for outdoor installations
  • IK rating: 09
  • Cooling: fan-free projector with a chassis designed for natural convection cooling
  • Suspension and fixing: double hanging bracket suitable for safe hanging and for floor positioning
  • Adaptors: XLR and BARE END 16A adaptors included
  • Signal connection: moulded IP signal IN/OUT connectors
  • Power connection: moulded IP power IN/OUT connectors
  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 1000x106x71mm / 39.37''x4.17''x2.8''
  • Weight: 4,9kg / 10.8lbs
CERTIFICATIONS / APPROVALS
  • Certifications / Approvals: CE, UKCA, RCM, cTUVus, FCC
BOX CONTENT

Versions

Code
LED source
Beam angle (° - HxV)
Lenght (cm)
Painting
ARCSHINEM1808VW
ARCSHINEM1808VW
Variable White
8
100
Standard

Accessories & Related Products

<b>CRMXBox</b> IP67
CRMXBox IP67
(Optional)
IP67 1 Universe CRMX Wireless Transceiver for exterior installation
<b>DataMaster</b>
DataMaster
(Optional)
RDM/DMX tool,cable tester, 5p XLR connectors,pouch, charging cable, XLR adapters
AWEXAC2L03
AWEXAC2L03
(Optional)
Extension IP67 power cable, IPpowercon-F -> IPpowercon-M, 3m
AWEXAC2L05
AWEXAC2L05
(Optional)
Extension IP67 power cable, IPpowercon-F -> IPpowercon-M, 5m
AWEXAC2L10
AWEXAC2L10
(Optional)
Extension IP67 power cable, IPpowercon-F -> IPpowercon-M, 10m
AWEXAC2L20
AWEXAC2L20
(Optional)
Extension IP67 power cable, IPpowercon-F -> IPpowercon-M, 20m
AWEXDC2L03
AWEXDC2L03
(Optional)
Extension IP67 signal cable, IPdataCON-F -> IPdataCON-M, 3m
AWEXDC2L05
AWEXDC2L05
(Optional)
Extension IP67 signal cable, IPdataCON-F -> IPdataCON-M, 5m
AWEXDC2L10
AWEXDC2L10
(Optional)
Extension IP67 signal cable, IPdataCON-F -> IPdataCON-M, 10m
AWEXDC2L20
AWEXDC2L20
(Optional)
Extension IP67 signal cable, IPdataCON-F -> IPdataCON-M, 20m
ARCS18FIXBD
ARCS18FIXBD
(Optional)
Barndoor to adjust the light beam for ARCSHINES18 and ARCSHINEM18
ARCSM18FILTER20
ARCSM18FILTER20
(Optional)
Light diffusion filter for ARCSHINEM18, 20°
ARCSM18FILTER40
ARCSM18FILTER40
(Optional)
Light diffusion filter for ARCSHINEM18, 40°
ARCSM18FILTER60
ARCSM18FILTER60
(Optional)
Light diffusion filter for ARCSHINEM18, 60°
ARCSM18FILTER1060
ARCSM18FILTER1060
(Optional)
Light diffusion filter for ARCSHINEM18, 10°x60°
ARCSM18FILTER3060
ARCSM18FILTER3060
(Optional)
Light diffusion filter for ARCSHINEM18, 30°x60°
ARCSSM18OUTERCASE
ARCSSM18OUTERCASE
(Optional)
Outercase box for ground installation for ARCSHINES18 and ARCSHINEM18 series, manual tilt
AWEXDC1221ADP
AWEXDC1221ADP
(Optional)
Signal adapter kit from AWEXDC1 series to AWEXDC2 series and vice versa
AWEXAC12ADP
AWEXAC12ADP
(Optional)
Power adapter from AWEXAC1 cable series to AWEXAC2 cable series
IPTESTBOX
IPTESTBOX
(Optional)
Portable vacuum and pressure tester for ProLights IP fixtures
UPBOXPRO
UPBOXPRO
(Optional)
Firmware uploader kit, USB IN, 5-pin XLR DMX OUT connector

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Data sheet & specs

File name File size Download
Letter datasheetArcshinem18vw_A4_DATASHEET_(EN).pdf351KB
Tender SpecificationArcshinem1808vw_TENDER_SPECIFICATION.pdf3MB

User manual

DMX chart & personalities

File name File size Download
DMX chartArcshinem18vw_DMX_CHARTS.pdf173KB
ARCSHINEM18VW Firmware rev. 1.0
manufacturer fixture library (Link) Link
manufacturer fixture library (Link) Link
manufacturer fixture library (Link) Link
manufacturer fixture library (Link) Link
manufacturer fixture library (Link) Link

Photometrics

CAD symbols & drawings

File name File size Download
3D SKPArcshinem1808vw_3D.skp563KB
2DArcshinem18vw_CAD_2D.dwg48MB
2D cad symbolsArcshinem1808vw_CAD_2DSYMBOLS.dwg97KB
3DArcshinem1808vw_CAD_3D.dwg528KB
Technical drawingArcshinem18vw_TECHNICAL_DRAWING.pdf2MB
VectorWorksVECTORWORKS_SYMBOLS.vwx561KB
VectorWorksPROLIGHTS_VECTORWORKS_v2025_LIBRARY.vwx321MB
VectorWorksPROLIGHTS_VECTORWORKS_v2020_LIBRARY.vwx276MB

Tech docs

File name File size Download

Software

File name File size Download

Firmware


Firmware update instructions

1 Download the firmware (only the latest version is available - contact support@prolights.it for more info)

2 Download the updater software UpBox_Tool 

3 Follow the instructions in the following guide
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Notes: 
  • Firmware updates require the UPBOXPRO compatible with all Prolights products
  • It's possible to use UPBOX1 and UPBOX2 *DISCONTINUED* checking the compatibility in the below tab
  • UpBox_Tool  software is compatible with all UPBOX interfaces
  • To update NET boards with .EHEX files a network cable and Professional Uploader software it's needed. It's possible to follow this guide
Update Tool: UPBOXPRO UPBOXPRO
Check hardware changelog before downloading firmware
Revision Release date Firmware changelog HW Compatibility
1.0 STABLE 06/10/2022 First stable release.

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