PAR lights are parabolic aluminum reflector lights. PARs, known as "cans," are an industry standard for live performance theatrical lighting and on film production sets. A permanently focused lens similar to sealed-beam headlamps found on cars and trucks concentrates light on a specific distant area. Once mounted no further beam width adjustment is possible. To change the color you need to physically change the plastic sheet, or gel, located in a frame mounted on the light fixture in front of the PAR's light beam.
Instructions
Safety
1. Shut off the power to the PAR and unplug the light.
2. Select the color gel you will be installing. Cut the gel to fit the size frame needed for your PAR using scissors or a matte knife. The gel frame and gels are generally square in shape and overhang the edges of the round metal canister that holds the PAR bulb.
3. Insert a gel into the metal frame designed for your light. Make certain that it is securely inserted.
4. Hold the frame with gel over the opening in the light's bracket and slowly slide it down into the bracket. Check to be sure it is securely housed inside the bracket and will not fall out.
5. Flip the latch or turn the thumb-wheel if a locking device is provided to further secure the frame.
6. Plug in the PAR and turn on the power.
