PARsource HID systems are designed with flexibility so each unit can be utilized as an attached or remote fixture. An attached fixture is defined as a system with the reflector attached to the ballast. See Figure A for an example of an attached fixture.
A remote fixture is defined as a system with the reflector and lamp located inside the greenhouse while the ballast is located either inside or outside the greenhouse, within a specified radius from the reflector. See Figure B for an example of remotely placed reflectors.
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| Figure A | Figure B |
Most greenhouse lighting projects are sold as attached fixtures. If a grower decides to take advantage of the benefits of a remote system, this can easily be done in a few steps with their attached ballasts.
- Unplug the reflector cord from the ballast and reflector. (Diagram A)
- Remove the reflector safety lock and slide the reflector upward to detach the reflector from the ballast plate. (Diagram B)
- Hang the reflector from a greenhouse framing member above the crop. (Diagram C)
- Move the ballast to its new remote position near a power source. (Diagram D)
- Purchase and install the intermediate extension reflector cord between the ballast and reflector. The extension cords come in three lengths: 5, 15 & 25 feet. (Diagrams E & F)
NOTE: You should avoid using cords that are longer than you require as unneccesarily long cords must be coiled, which can cause performance issues with the ballast.
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| Diagram A | Diagram B |
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| Diagram C | Diagram D |
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| Diagram E | Diagram F |
Once this is completed, you have converted your attached fixture into a remote system.
For more information on the benefits and recommended layouts of a remote system, click HERE to download the document "Recommended Research Facility Lighting."
