ARCSHINES18VW
PROLIGHTS

ArcShine S18VW

18x2W IP66 Variable White architectural linear fixture, 100 cm

The ArcShine S18VW and ArcShine S9VW are a series of slim 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, 2W 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: 15° lenses capable of delivering multiple angles with optional holographic filters.
Optional holographic symmetric and elliptical filters available: 20°, 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 2W LED emitters
  • Optic: 15° 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

PHOTO GALLERY

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Technical specifications

LIGHT SOURCE
  • Source: 18x2W Variable White LED
  • Source CCT: K dedicated variable CCT channel (2800-6500 K)
  • Luminous flux: (15°) 2'232 lm; (15°+20°) 2'076 lm; (15°+60°) 1'981 lm; (15°+1060°) 2'562 lm; (15°+3060°) 2'140 @Full
  • Lux: (15°) 380 lx; (15°+20°) 154 lx; (15°+60°) 56 lx; (15°+1060°) 108 lx; (15°+3060°) 71lx @5 m full
  • CRI: >85
  • Source life expectancy: > 50.000 hrs (L70B10 @Ta 25° C / 77° F)
OPTICS
  • Beam angle: 15°
  • Additional optics: see available accessories
COLOUR SYSTEM
  • Colour mixing: Variable White
  • CCT: CCT control through dedicated DMX channel
  • Macros: built-in white presets
CONTROL
  • Supported Protocols: DMX512, RDM
  • DMX channels: 1 / 2 / 5 / 9ch
  • Pixel control: 2 controllable sections
  • RDM: for remote addressing and parameter configuration
  • Display: user interface through DATAMASTER external coder (not included)
  • Stand Alone: available through DATAMASTER external coder (not included)
  • Master/Slave: for synchronised operation of more units linked in a chain
  • Other: 16bit control of dimmer and colour
MOVEMENT
  • Tilt: 180° with manual adjustment
ELECTRONICS
  • Dimmer: linear 0 - 100% electronic dimmer
  • Dimmer curves: 4 selectable dimming modes available
  • Strobe / shutter: 1-30 Hz, electronic
  • Selectable PWM: 600 to 25000 Hz (selectable steps)
  • Firmware upgrade: via DMX with UPBOXPRO/UPBOX1 (not included)
CONNECTIONS
  • Power connection: moulded IP power IN/OUT connectors
  • Signal connection: moulded IP signal IN/OUT connectors
  • Adaptors: XLR and BARE END 16A adaptors included
ELECTRICAL
  • Mains power supply: 100-240V - 50/60Hz
  • Max power consumption (230V): 40W
  • Output (at 230V): 35 units on a single power line
  • Power factor: >0,94
PHYSICAL
  • IP rating: IP66 for outdoor installations
  • IK rating: IK09 impact rating
  • Cooling: fan-free with natural convection
  • Housing: Sturdy aluminium profile
  • Finish: basalt grey (RAL 7012)
  • Operating temperature: Ta -20 to +45 °C (-4 to +113 °F)
  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 1000x150x64.7mm / 39.37''x5.91''x2.55''
  • Weight: 3,5kg / 7.72lbs
INSTALLATION
  • Suspension and fixing: double hanging bracket suitable for safe hanging and for floor positioning
CERTIFICATIONS / REPORTS
  • Compliance: CE, UKCA, RCM, cTUVus, FCC
BOX CONTENT

Versions

Code
LED source
Beam angle (° - HxV)
Lenght (cm)
Painting
ARCSHINES1815VW
ARCSHINES1815VW
Variable White
15
100
Standard

Accessories & Related Products

<b>Æther</b> Link
Æther Link
(Optional)
IP66 rated 1 Universe CRMX wireless transceiver for permanent outdoor installation
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
ARCSS18FILTER20
ARCSS18FILTER20
(Optional)
Light diffusion filter for ARCSHINES18, 20°
ARCSS18FILTER40
ARCSS18FILTER40
(Optional)
Light diffusion filter for ARCSHINES18, 40°
ARCSS18FILTER60
ARCSS18FILTER60
(Optional)
Light diffusion filter for ARCSHINES18, 60°
ARCSS18FILTER1060
ARCSS18FILTER1060
(Optional)
Light diffusion filter for ARCSHINES18, 10°x60°
ARCSS18FILTER3060
ARCSS18FILTER3060
(Optional)
Light diffusion filter for ARCSHINES18, 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
UPBOXPRO
UPBOXPRO
(Optional)
Firmware uploader kit, USB IN, 5-pin XLR DMX OUT connector

DOWNLOAD

Data sheet & specs

File name File size Download
Letter datasheetArcshines18vw_A4_DATASHEET_(EN).pdf(18/06/2024)348KB
Tender SpecificationArcshines1815vw_TENDER_SPECIFICATION.pdf(26/09/2022)3MB

User manual

File name File size Download
User manualArcshines18vw_USER_MANUAL_EN.pdf(04/03/2024)6MB
User manualArcshines18vw_USER_MANUAL_FR.pdf(04/03/2024)6MB
User manualGENERAL_SAFETY_INFORMATION.pdf(02/12/2022)12MB

DMX chart & personalities

File name File size Download
DMX chartArcshines18vw_DMX_CHARTS.pdf(07/04/2022)116KB

ARCSHINES18VW Firmware rev. 1.0

manufacturer fixture library (Link) Link
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manufacturer fixture library (Link) Link

Photometrics

CAD symbols & drawings

File name File size Download
3D SKPArcshines1815vw_3D.skp(26/07/2022)561KB
2DArcshines18vw_CAD_2D.dwg(25/07/2022)37MB
2D cad symbolsArcshines1815vw_CAD_2DSYMBOLS.dwg(26/07/2022)98KB
3DArcshines1815vw_CAD_3D.dwg(03/10/2022)528KB
Technical drawingArcshines18vw_TECHNICAL_DRAWING.pdf(25/07/2022)1MB
VectorWorksVECTORWORKS_SYMBOLS.vwx(26/07/2022)992KB
VectorWorksPROLIGHTS_VECTORWORKS_v2025_LIBRARY.vwx(13/05/2025)321MB
VectorWorksPROLIGHTS_VECTORWORKS_v2020_LIBRARY.vwx(13/05/2025)276MB

Tech docs

File name File size Download

Software

File name File size Download

Firmware


Firmware Update Information

PROLIGHTS product firmware can be updated in several ways, depending on the product and file extension. The available methods are listed in the product specifications in the CONTROL - Firmware upgrade section.

Method/Device File extension Needed software Instructions
UPBOXPRO (*) .PRL UpBox_Tool Guide
USB port .PRL No software needed see User Manual 
Ethernet port .EHEX Professional Uploader Guide
Ethernet port .ALF DMX Workshop Guide

(*) You can still use UPBOX1 and UPBOX2 by checking their compatibility on the product accessories page. To use UPBOX2, you need to download the drivers from the following link.

Note: Some products without DMX or USB inputs may require an additional device and may not be compatible with UPBOXPRO. Check here  the products list.

UPDATE Instructions

  1. Check the update methods available on your product in the CONTROL - Firmware upgrade section.
  2. Download the firmware and software dedicated for the update.
  3. Follow the update guide available in the firmware folder.
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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