Chauvet Professional COLORado Panel Q40 User manual

Model ID: COLORADOPANELQ40
User Manual

COLORado Panel Q40 User Manual Rev. 7
Edition Notes
The COLORado Panel Q40 User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation,
programming, operation and maintenance instructions for the COLORado Panel Q40 as of the release
date of this edition.
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Any person installing, operating, and/or maintaining this product should completely read through the guide
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This COLORado Panel Q40 User Manual is the 7th edition of this document. Go to
www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest version.

COLORado Panel Q40 User Manual Rev. 7
Table of Contents
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin ....................................................................... 1
What Is Included ........................................................................................... 1
Claims ........................................................................................................... 1
Text Conventions .......................................................................................... 1
Symbols ........................................................................................................ 1
FCC Compliance........................................................................................... 1
RF Exposure Warning for North America and Australia................................ 1
Expected LED Lifespan................................................................................. 1
Safety Notes.................................................................................................. 2
2. Introduction ................................................................................ 3
Description .................................................................................................... 3
Features........................................................................................................ 3
Product Overview.......................................................................................... 3
Product Dimensions ...................................................................................... 4
3. Setup ........................................................................................... 5
AC Power...................................................................................................... 5
AC Plug .............................................................................................................. 5
Power Linking..................................................................................................... 5
DMX Linking.................................................................................................. 5
DMX Personalities.............................................................................................. 5
Remote Device Management (RDM) ............................................................ 5
Wireless Operation........................................................................................ 6
Master/Slave Connectivity............................................................................. 6
Mounting ....................................................................................................... 7
Orientation.......................................................................................................... 7
Rigging ............................................................................................................... 7
Procedure........................................................................................................... 7
Accessories................................................................................................... 8
Floor Stand......................................................................................................... 8
Changing the Filter............................................................................................. 8
Installing the Barndoor ....................................................................................... 9
4. Operation .................................................................................... 10
Control Panel Description ............................................................................. 10
Battery Powered Display.................................................................................... 10
Control Panel Lock............................................................................................. 10
Passcode ........................................................................................................................ 10
Menu Map ..................................................................................................... 11
Configuration (DMX) ..................................................................................... 12
Control Personalities .......................................................................................... 12
Starting Address................................................................................................. 12
Control Channel Assignments and Values.................................................... 13
Zones for DMX Control ...................................................................................... 14
Color Macro Chart.............................................................................................. 14

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Configuration (Standalone) ........................................................................... 15
Static Mode ........................................................................................................ 15
Auto Programs ................................................................................................... 15
Configuration (Settings) ................................................................................ 15
Master/Slave ...................................................................................................... 15
Dimmer Speed ................................................................................................... 15
White Balance .................................................................................................... 16
LED Frequency .................................................................................................. 16
Fan Mode ........................................................................................................... 16
Back Light .......................................................................................................... 16
System Information ............................................................................................ 16
Factory Reset..................................................................................................... 16
5. Maintenance................................................................................ 17
Product Maintenance .................................................................................... 17
6. Technical Specifications ........................................................... 18
Contact Us ...................................................................................... 19
Warranty & Returns....................................................................................... 19

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Before You Begin
1. Before You Begin
What Is Included
Claims
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the
package and are in good condition.
If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from shipping, or show
signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. Failure to report damage to the carrier
immediately may invalidate a claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or concealed
damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery.
Text Conventions
Symbols
FCC Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 Part B of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate the equipment.
RF Exposure Warning for North America and Australia
Warning! This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and the
user. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Expected LED Lifespan
Over time, use and heat will gradually reduce LED brightness. Clustered LEDs produce more heat than single LEDs,
contributing to shorter lifespans if always used at full intensity. The average LED lifespan is 40,000 to 50,000
hours. To extend LED lifespan, maintain proper ventilation around the product, and limit the overall intensity.
• COLORado Panel Q40
• Seetronic Powerkon IP65 power cable
• Color blending filter lens
• Omega bracket with mounting hardware
• Floor stand
• Quick Reference Guide
Convention Meaning
1–512 A range of values
50/60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen
Settings A menu option not to be modified
<ENTER> A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel
Symbol Meaning
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not following these
instructions may make the product not work, cause damage to the product, or cause
harm to the operator.
Important installation or configuration information. The product may not function correctly
if this information is not used.
Useful information.
Any reference to data or power connections in this manual assumes the use of Seetronic
IP rated cables.
The term “DMX” used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A digital data
transmission protocol.

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Safety Notes
Read all the following safety notes before working with this product. These notes contain important
information about the installation, usage, and maintenance of this product.
• The luminaire is intended for professional use only.
• The luminaire should be positioned so that prolonged staring into the luminaire at a distance closer than
25.92 ft (7.9 m) is not expected.
• If the external flexible cable or cord of this luminaire is damaged, it shall be replaced by a special cord
or cord exclusively available from the manufacturer or its service agent.
• The light source contained in this luminaire shall only be replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similar qualified person.
• CAUTION:
• This product’s housing may be hot when operating. Mount this product in a location with adequate
ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.
•
When transferring the product from extreme temperature environments, (e.g., cold truck to warm humid
ballroom) condensation may form on the internal electronics of the product. To avoid causing a failure,
allow the product to fully acclimate to the surrounding environment before connecting it to power.
• Flashing light is known to trigger epileptic seizures. User must comply with local laws regarding
notification of strobe use.
• ALWAYS:
• Disconnect from power before cleaning the product or replacing the fuse.
• When using an IP65-rated product in an outdoor environment, use IP65- (or higher) rated power
and data cable.
• Replace and secure IP-rated protective covers to all power, data, USB, or other ports when not in
use.
• Replace the fuse with the same type and rating.
• Use a safety cable when mounting this product overhead.
• Connect this product to a grounded and protected circuit.
•DONOT:
• Open this product. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
• Look at the light source when the product is on.
• Leave any flammable material within 50 cm of this product while operating or connected to power.
• Connect this product to a dimmer or rheostat.
• Operate this product if the housing, lenses, or cables appear damaged.
• Submerge this product (adhere to standards for the published IP rating). Regular outdoor operation
is fine.
• Permanently install outdoors in locations with extreme environmental conditions. This includes, but
is not limited to:
• Exposure to a marine/saline environment (within 3 miles of a saltwater body of water).
• Locations where normal temperatures exceed the temperature ranges in this manual.
• Locations that are prone to flooding or being buried in snow.
• Other areas where the product will be subject to extreme radiation or caustic substances.
• ONLY use the handles or the hanging/mounting brackets to carry this product.
• The maximum ambient temperature is 113 °F (45 °C). Do not operate this product at higher temperatures.
• The minimum startup temperature is -4°F (-20°C). Do not start the product at lower temperatures.
• The minimum ambient temperature is -22°F (-30°C). Do not operate the product at lower temperatures.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely
disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using immediately.
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in this User
Manual will only apply to properly trained, certified technicians. Do not open the housing
or attempt any repairs.
All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this product.
If a Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support.

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Introduction
2. Introduction
Description
The COLORado Panel Q40 is a rugged wash powered by 40 15 W RGBW LEDs. Advanced optics provide
exceptional color mixing. The COLORado Panel Q40 is IP65 rated and features IP rated power and DMX
connections.
Features
• Rugged RGBW LED wash for events where indoor/outdoor flexibility is needed
• Superior edge-to-edge color mixing
• At home in any weather conditions with IP rated power and DMX connections
• Included magnetic flood filter for wide area wash
• Adjustable PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) to avoid flickering on camera
• WDMX and RDM (Remote Device Management) for added flexibility
• Selectable, smooth dimming curves to eliminate flicker and choppiness in fades
• Easy to read OLED display with password protection and touchscreen interface
• Advanced optics provide exceptional color mixing and high efficiency
• Included omega bracket for quick and easy truss/pipe mounting
Product Overview
Menu buttons Seetronic
Powerkon out
DisplayIP65 port
cover (x4)
DMX inSeetronic
Powerkon in
DMX out
Antenna

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Product Dimensions
4.30 in
109.3 mm
11.96 in
304 mm
7.71 in
196 mm
3.46 in
88 mm
3.78 in
96 mm
16.54 in
420 mm
20.27 in
515 mm

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Setup
3. Setup
AC Power
The COLORado Panel Q40 has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range
of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current
value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart.
The listed current rating indicates the product’s average current draw under normal conditions.
AC Plug
The COLORado Panel Q40 comes with a power input cable terminated with a Seetronic Powerkon A
connector on one end and an Edison connector on the other end (U.S. market). Use the table below to wire
a plug.
Power Linking
It is possible to power link COLORado Panel Q40 products. See the table below for the current draw at
each voltage and frequency:
Never exceed 12 A on a single circuit. Power-linking cables can be purchased separately.
DMX Linking
It is possible to link the COLORado Panel Q40 to a DMX controller using a 5-pin DMX connection or a
WDMX connection. If using other DMX-compatible products with this product, it is possible to control each
individually with a single DMX controller.
DMX Personalities
The COLORado Panel Q40 uses a 5-pin DMX data connection for the 4Ch, 7Ch, 11Ch, 16Ch, and 23Ch
DMX personalities.
• Refer to the Operation chapter to learn how to configure the COLORado Panel Q40 to work in these
personalities.
•TheDMX Values section provides detailed information regarding the control personalities.
Remote Device Management (RDM)
Remote Device Management, or RDM, is a standard for allowing DMX-enabled devices to communicate
bi-directionally along existing DMX cabling. Check the DMX controller’s User Manual or with the
manufacturer as not all DMX controllers have this capability. The COLORado Panel Q40 supports RDM
protocol that allows feedback to make changes to menu map options.
• Always connect the product to a protected circuit (a circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure
the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or
fire.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use
completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Never connect the product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the
rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
Connection Wire (U.S.) Wire (Europe) Screw Color
AC Live Black Brown Yellow or Brass
AC Neutral White Blue Silver
AC Ground Green/Yellow Green/Yellow Green
100 V, 60 Hz 120 V, 60 Hz 208 V, 60 Hz 230 V, 50 Hz 240 V, 50 Hz
Current Draw 5.775 A 4.729 A 2.701 A 2.439 A 2.340 A
If you are not familiar with or need more information about DMX standards, Master/Slave
connectivity, or the DMX cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller, download
the DMX Primer from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com.

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Wireless Operation
In optimal conditions, the COLORado Panel Q40 can operate up to 300 m (900 ft) away from the W-DMX
transmitter. The W-DMX receiver in the COLORado Panel Q40 must be paired with the W-DMX transmitter
for wireless operation.
Initial Setup
1. Turn the W-DMX transmitter on.
2. Connect the W-DMX transmitter to a DMX controller.
3. Place the COLORado Panel Q40 within 300 m from the W-DMX transmitter.
4. Disconnect any DMX cable from the COLORado Panel Q40.
5. Turn the COLORado Panel Q40 on.
Configuration
1. From the COLORado Panel Q40 control panel, go to DMX Address.
2. Select the start address, as with any other DMX compatible product.
3. Go to Wireless Setting > Receive On/Off.
4. Select On. (The Signal Strength Indicator will show a ?in front of the bars).
5. Press the reset button on the W-DMX transmitter. (The Signal Strength Indicator on the
COLORado Panel Q40 will show a ϟin front of the bars for 3 seconds while a connection is
established.).
Product Pairing
If the COLORado Panel Q40 has already been paired with the W-DMX transmitter, the Signal Strength
Indicator in the middle of the OLED screen will show the strength of the signal. In this case, the
COLORado Panel Q40 is ready to work in Wireless mode.
Pairing the COLORado Panel Q40 and a new W-DMX transmitter:
1. From the COLORado Panel Q40 control panel, go to Wireless Setting > Receive Reset.
2. Select Yes. The Signal Strength Indicator on the COLORado Panel Q40 will show a ?in front of
the bars.
3. From the W-DMX transmitter, press <RESET> (the Signal Indicator on the transmitter will flash).
4. Once the transmitter has found the COLORado Panel Q40, the Signal indicator on the W-DMX
transmitter will illuminate solid.
5. The Signal Strength Indicator in the middle of the OLED screen on the COLORado Panel Q40 will
show the strength of the signal.
Master/Slave Connectivity
The Master/Slave mode allows an COLORado Panel Q40 (the master) to control one or more
COLORado Panel Q40 products (the slaves) without a DMX controller. One COLORado Panel Q40
becomes the master when running an auto program, or by being in Static mode.
You must configure each slave’s control panel to operate in Slave mode. During Master/Slave operation,
the slaves will operate in unison with the master.
Once a WDMX receiver has been linked to a specific WDMX transmitter, it will remain
linked to that specific transmitter until it is linked to a different one.
W-DMX operation can be interrupted or inhibited by liquid masses between the transmitter
and receiver such as water, snow, or people. For best results, keep the area between the
transmitter and receiver clear of any liquid mass.
DO NOT connect a DMX controller to products operating in Master/Slave mode. The DMX
controller signals may interfere with the signals from the master.
•TheOperation section of this manual provides detailed instructions on how to
configure the master and slaves.
• If you are not familiar with or need more information about DMX standards, or the DMX
cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller, download the DMX Primer from
the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com.

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Setup
Mounting
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes.
For our Chauvet Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://trusst.com/products/.
Orientation
Always mount this product in a safe position, making sure there is adequate room for ventilation,
configuration, and maintenance.
Rigging
Chauvet recommends using the following general guidelines when mounting this product.
• Before deciding on a location for the product, make sure there is easy access to the product for
maintenance and programming purposes.
• Make sure that the structure and attachment points can support the weight before hanging the
product. See the Technical Specifications for weight information.
• When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the product securely to a
rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.
• When power linking multiple products, mount the products close enough for power linking cables to
reach.
• When rigging the product onto a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity.
Procedure
The COLORado Panel Q40 comes with an omega bracket to which the user can directly attach a mounting
clamp (sold separately). Make sure the clamp is capable of supporting the weight of this product. For the
Chauvet Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://www.trusst.com/products.
Mounting Diagram
Safety cable
Mounting clamp
Omega bracket
Safety-cable
pass-through

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Accessories
Floor Stand
The COLORado Panel Q40 comes with a floor stand which attaches to the bottom of the product in the
same way as the omega bracket.
Changing the Filter
The included filter frame attaches magnetically to the front of the product.
To change the filter in the frame, remove the magnetic catch from the back and slide the filter out. Reverse
the process with the new filter.
Filter dimensions: 16.75 x 8 in (425.45 x 203.2 mm).
Magnetic
catch

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Setup
Installing the Barndoor
To install the optional barndoor (sold separately):
1. Align the frame of the barndoor over the front of the product.
2. Secure in place with the knob at the top of the barndoor.

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Operation
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4. Operation
Control Panel Description
Battery Powered Display
Press and hold until menu screen appears (approximately 15 seconds).
Control Panel Lock
The setting locks or unlocks the control panel.
1. Go to the Key Lock main level.
2. Select On (locks control panel) or Off (control panel stays unlocked).
Passcode
After being prompted to enter the passcode, press <UP>, <DOWN>, <UP>, <DOWN>, <ENTER>.
Button/Knob Function
<MENU> Exits from the current menu or function
<ENTER> Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the selected value into the function
<UP> Navigates upwards through the menu list or increases the value when in a function
<DOWN> Navigates downwards through the menu list or decreases the value when in a function
When the control panel lock is activated, the product will prompt for the passcode in order
to access the menu. Enter the passcode as described below.

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Operation
Menu Map
Refer to the COLORado Panel Q40 product page on www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest menu map.
Main Level Programming Levels Description
DMX
Address <001–509> Selects DMX address (highest channel restricted to personality chosen)
DMX
Channel
4Ch 4-channel: RGBW
7Ch 7-channel: 16-bit dimmer, RGBW, strobe
11Ch
11-channel: 16-bit dimmer, RGBW, strobe,
color macro, auto program, auto speed,
dimmer speed
16Ch 16-channel: 4-zone RGBW
23Ch
23-channel: 16-bit dimmer, 4-zone RGBW,
strobe, color macro, auto program, auto
speed, dimmer speed
Static
Fixed Color
RRed
GGreen
BBlue
WWhite
GB Green and blue
RB Red and blue
RG Red and green
RGB Red, green, and blue
RW Red and white
GW Green and white
BW Blue and white
RGW Red, green, and white
RBW Red, blue, and white
GBW Green, blue, and white
RGBW Red, green, blue, and white
Manual
Color Mixer
Red
000–255 Combine red, green, blue, and white to make
a custom color
Green
Blue
White
Color Macro 000–255 See the Color Macro Chart
Auto Show Auto 1–11 <001–100> Automatic programs and program speed
Master/
Slave Mode
Master DMX mode (Master)
Slave Slave mode
Dimmer
Mode
Off Linear dimmer
Dimmer 1–3 Dimming curves Dimmer 1 (fast) to Dimmer 3
(slow)
White
Balance
Off Uses factory default white setting
Manual
Red
125–255
Sets red LED maximum value
Green Sets green LED maximum value
Blue Sets blue LED maximum value
White Sets white LED maximum value
Legacy On Matches output to previous
COLORado Panel Q40 models
Off

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Configuration (DMX)
Use control configurations to operate the product with a DMX controller.
Control Personalities
To set the control personality:
1. Go to the DMX Channel main level.
2. Select the desired personality, from 4Ch, 7Ch, 11Ch, 16Ch, or 23Ch.
Starting Address
Each product will respond to a unique starting address from the controller. All products with the same
starting address will respond in unison. To set the starting address:
1. Go to the DMX Address main level.
2. Select the starting address (001–509).
• The highest recommended starting address for 4Ch is 509.
• The highest recommended starting address for 7Ch is 506.
• The highest recommended starting address for 11Ch is 502.
• The highest recommended starting address for 16Ch is 497.
• The highest recommended starting address for 23Ch is 490.
LED
Frequency
600Hz
Sets the PWM frequency
1200Hz
2000Hz
4000Hz
6000Hz
25KHz
Fan Mode Auto Sets the fan to auto mode
On Sets the fan to always on
Wireless
Setting
Receive On/Off On Enables/disables wireless DMX
Off
Receive Reset No Resets wireless DMX receiver
Yes
Back Light
On Display backlight always on
10S Turns off display backlight after 10 seconds of
inactivity
20S Turns off display backlight after 20 seconds of
inactivity
30S Turns off display backlight after 30 seconds of
inactivity
Key Lock On Locks display (password is <UP>, <DOWN>,
<UP>, <DOWN>, <ENTER>)
Off
Information
Fixture Hours <_ _ _ _H> Shows total hours the product has been on
Version <V_._> Shows current firmware version
UID
<_ _ _ _ _ _
_>
Shows product UID
Battery <_ _ _%> Shows remaining battery power
Reset
Factory
No Resets the product to factory default settings
Yes
•SeetheStarting Address section for the highest selectable starting address for each
personality.
• Make sure that the starting addresses on the various products do not overlap due to the new
personality setting.
Main Level Programming Levels Description

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Operation
Control Channel Assignments and Values
4Ch 7Ch 11Ch 16Ch 26Ch Function Value Percent/Setting
–11–1Dimmer 000 255 0–100%
–22–2Finedimmer 000 255 0–100%
13313Red1 000 255 0–100%
24424Green1 000 255 0–100%
35535Blue1 000 255 0–100%
46646White1 000 255 0–100%
–––57Red2 000 255 0–100%
–––68Green2 000 255 0–100%
–––79Blue2 000 255 0–100%
–––810White2 000 255 0–100%
–––911Red3 000 255 0–100%
– – – 10 12 Green 3 000 255 0–100%
–––1113Blue3 000 255 0–100%
– – – 12 14 White 3 000 255 0–100%
– – – 13 15 Red 4 000 255 0–100%
– – – 14 16 Green 4 000 255 0–100%
– – – 15 17 Blue 4 000 255 0–100%
– – – 16 18 White 4 000 255 0–100%
–77–19Strobe 000 010 No function
011 255 Strobe, slow to fast
––8–20Colormacro 000 255 See the Color Macro Chart
––9–21Autoprograms
000 010 No function
011 032 Auto program 1
033 054 Auto program 2
055 076 Auto program 3
077 098 Auto program 4
099 120 Auto program 5 (Auto program 1–4)
121 142 Auto program 6
143 164 Auto program 7
165 186 Auto program 8
187 208 Auto program 9
209 230 Auto program 10
231 255 Auto program 11 (Auto program 6–10)
––10–22
Auto program
speed 000 255 Auto speed, slow to fast
––11–23
Dimmer speed
mode
000 051 Preset dimmer speed from display menu
052 101 Dimmer speed mode off
102 152 Dimmer speed mode 1 (fastest)
153 203 Dimmer speed mode 2
204 255 Dimmer speed mode 3 (slowest)

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Zones for DMX Control
Color Macro Chart
Value Percent/Setting
000 010 No function
011 030 R: 100% G: 0–100% B: 0%
031 050 R: 100–0% G: 100% B: 0%
051 070 R: 0% G: 100% B: 0–100%
071 090 R: 0% G: 100–0% B: 100%
091 110 R: 0–100% G: 0% B: 100%
111 130 R: 100% G: 0% B: 100–0%
131 150 R: 100% G: 0–100% B: 0–100%
151 170 R: 100% G: 100–0% B: 100%
171 200 R: 100% G: 100% B: 100%
201 205 Color temperature 1
206 210 Color temperature 2
211 215 Color temperature 3
216 220 Color temperature 4
221 225 Color temperature 5
226 230 Color temperature 6
231 235 Color temperature 7
236 240 Color temperature 8
241 245 Color temperature 9
246 250 Color temperature 10
251 255 Color temperature 11
1 2
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Operation
Configuration (Standalone)
Use standalone configuration to operate the product without a DMX controller.
Static Mode
The Static mode allows for permanent dimmer and strobe presets without a DMX controller.
1. Go to the Static main level.
2. Select Fixed Color, Manual Color Mixer, or Color Macro.
3. For Fixed Color:
• Select the desired fixed color (R, G, B, W, GB, RB, RG, RGB, RW, GW, BW, RGW, RBW,
GBW, or RGBW).
For Manual Color Mixer:
a. Select the desired color (Red, Green, Blue, or White).
b. Set the desired value for the selected color (000–255).
c. Repeat steps a-b until the static color is set as desired.
For Color Macro:
• Set the desired value for the setting (000–255). See the Color Macro Chart for more
details.
Auto Programs
Auto programs allow for dynamic blinder effects without a DMX controller.
1. Go to the Auto Show main level.
2. Select the desired auto (Auto 1–11).
3. Select the desired speed (1–100).
Configuration (Settings)
Master/Slave
The Master/Slave mode allows a group of COLORado Panel Q40 products (the slaves) to simultaneously
duplicate the output of another COLORado Panel Q40 (the master) without a DMX controller.
To set each of the slaves:
1. Go to the Master/Slave Mode main level
2. Select Slave.
To set the master:
1. Go to the Master/Slave Mode main level
2. Select Master.
3. Select a standalone setting.
Dimmer Speed
This setting determines how fast the output of the COLORado Panel Q40 changes when the output value
is modified. It provides four different options to simulate the dimming curve of an incandescent lighting
product. To select a specific dimmer profile, do the following:
1. Go to the Dimmer Mode main level.
2. Select a dimmer curve (Off, Dimmer 1, Dimmer 2, or Dimmer 3).
The auto programs cannot be edited.
• The master is the one that runs a program whether in Auto or Static mode.
• Do not connect a DMX controller to the products configured for Master/Slave operation. The
DMX controller may interfere with signals from the master.
• The master should be the first product in the daisy chain.
Off: The output is proportional (linear) to the dimmer channel value.
Dimmer 1–3: The output follows the dimmer value based on the corresponding dimmer curve,
Dimmer 1 being the fastest.

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Operation
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White Balance
This setting controls the maximum values for each LED color.
1. Go to the White Balance main level.
2. Select Off (uses factory default white setting), Manual (sets a custom white balance), or Legacy
(matches the output to previous COLORado Panel Q40 models).
3. For Manual:
a. Select a color to edit (Red, Green, Blue, or White).
b. Set the maximum value of the selected color (125–255).
c. Repeat steps a-b until the white balance is set as desired.
For Legacy, select from On (legacy mode active) or Off (legacy mode inactive).
LED Frequency
This option changes the Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) frequency of the LEDs on the
COLORado Panel Q40.
1. Go to the LED Frequency main level.
2. Select PWM Frequency (600Hz, 1200Hz,2000Hz,4000Hz, 6000Hz, or 25Khz).
Fan Mode
This option sets the fan to run automatically when needed or to always run.
1. Go to the Fan Mode main level.
2. Select Auto (fan runs when needed) or On (fan always runs).
Back Light
This setting allows for selection of the amount of time the backlight on the COLORado Panel Q40’s display
stays on after the last button is pressed on the control panel.
1. Go to the Back Light main level.
2. Select On (remains on), 10S (10 seconds), 20S (20 seconds), or 30S (seconds).
System Information
This option displays the total number of hours the product has run, the installed software version, and the
product’s UID.
1. Go to the Information main level.
2. Select Fixture Hours, Version, UID, or Battery.
Factory Reset
This option restores the COLORado Panel Q40 to factory default settings.
1. Go to the Reset Factory main level.
2. Select No or Yes.