Chauvet LED-EQ User manual

CHAUVET, 3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A
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COLORtube™EQ
LED-EQ
COLORtube™EQ Controller
LED-EQCON
USER MANUAL
32-band audio spectrum visualizer
using LED tubes

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Table of Content
BEFORE YOU BEGIN....................................................................................................................................................... 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
AC POWER ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................................................... 4
FEATURES....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
PRODUCT OVERVIEW....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
SETUP .............................................................................................................................................................................. 5
POWER ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
MOUNTING ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................................................................... 6
CONNECTION DIAGRAM ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
OPERATION ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Program modes dipswitch chart .............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Fixture Addressing................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
COLORTUBE™EQ CONTROLLER ................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Controller options..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Setup........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Operation ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Controller programs (chart).................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
APPENDIX...................................................................................................................................................................... 11
RETURNS PROCEDURE .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
CLAIMS ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
TECHNICAL SUPPORT .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
(4) x COLORtube™EQ LED tubes
(1) x LED-EQCON, (1) x 33ft Signal cable, (1) x 6.6ft Power cable
Tube mounting hardware
Warranty Card & User Manual
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving a product, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that all parts are present,
and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any
parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing
materials. In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the
original factory box and packing.
AC Power
To determine the power requirements for a particular product, see the label affixed to the back plate of the product or refer
to the product’sspecifications chart. A product’slisted current rating is its average current draw under normal conditions.
All fixtures must be powered directly off a switched circuit and cannot be run off a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer
circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for a 0% to 100% switch. Before applying power, check that
the source voltage matches the product’srequirement.
Safety Instructions
Please keep this User Guide for future consultation. If you
sell the unit to another user, be sure that they also receive
this instruction booklet.
Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper
voltage and that the line voltage you are connecting to is
not higher than that stated on decal or rear panel of the
fixture.
This product is intended for indoor use only!
To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to
rain or moisture. Make sure there are no flammable
materials close to the unit while operating.
The unit must be installed in a location with adequate
ventilation, at least 50cm from adjacent surfaces. Be sure
that no ventilation slots are blocked.
Always disconnect from power source before servicing or
replacing lamp or fuse and be sure to replace with same
lamp source.
Maximum ambient temperature is Ta: 40°C. Do not
operate fixture at temperatures higher than this.
In the event of serious operating problem, stop using the
unit immediately. Never try to repair the unit by yourself.
Repairs carried out by unskilled persons can lead to
damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest
authorized technical assistance center.
Always use the same type spare parts.
Don’t connect the device to a dimmer pack.
Make sure power cord is never crimped or damaged.
Never disconnect power cord by pulling or tugging on the
cord.
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or
attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit may require service,
please contact CHAUVET.
Please read these instructions carefully, which includes important
information about the installation, usage and maintenance?

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Power output (link)
Microphone
Power input
Addressing dipswitch
Signal input
Mode dipswitch
Signal output
OFF
O
N
6
5
4
3
2
1
4
3
2
1
INTRODUCTION
Features
FEATURES
32-band LED-tube audio spectrum visualizer
144 LEDs total
- Red (48), Green (48) and Blue (48)
Ultra bright LEDs
16 patterns, chases, color flows with variations plus blackout
Low power consumption
Up to 100,000-hour LED life span
Master/Slave mode
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Tube composition: milky white UV coated optically diffused polycarbonate
Easy installation, energy saving and eco-friendly
Water resistance rating: IP33
Temperature range: -20oC to +45oC
Product Overview

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SETUP
Power
The COLORtube™EQ can operate in voltages between 100V~240V 50Hz or 60Hz. It is equipped with an auto sensing
transformer.
To determine the power requirements for a particular
fixture, see the label affixed to the back plate of the
fixture or refer to the fixture’s specifications chart.
A fixture’s listed current rating is its average current
draw under normal conditions.
All fixtures must be powered directly off a switched
circuit and cannot be run off a rheostat (variable
resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or
dimmer channel is used solely for a 0% to 100%
switch.
Before applying power to a fixture, check that the
source voltage matches the fixture’s requirement.
All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a
suitable Earth Ground
Power Cable Configuration
CABLE (EU) CABLE (US) PIN INTERNATIONAL
BROWN Black Live L
BLUE White Neutral N
YELLOW/GREEN Green Earth EG (Ground)
Mounting
Place the LED tube on a flat
surface and position both
mounting plates at opposite
ends. Using a pencil trace out
the area of the mounting plates
so that you can return the plate
to the same location in order to
screw or affix it to the surface.
Flat mounting surface
Main plate
Center plate
mounting hole
Once both plates are affixed to
a permanent surface, place the
tube directly over the plate and
assemble the remaining
hardware as illustrated.
Also notice the orientation of
the locking plates.
Locking plates

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The COLORtube™EQ system is made up of up to 32 LED tubes whose primary function is to display a 32-band audio
spectrum visualizer. The COLORtube™EQ tube will operate in both Stand-Alone and Master-Slave operation.
Connection Diagram
Operation
There are 16 programs within 8 different operating modes built into the PC board on the LED tube. These programs can
be initiated via the Mode dipswitches. For correct presentation of the sound spectrum it is important to address each tube
in numerical order and in the manner illustrated above.
Program modes dipswitch chart
MODE PROGRAM BACKGROUND COLOR ACTIVE COLOR MODE DIPSWITCH
0 Red Green
1 Green White
2 Blue Red
0
3 White Red
4
3
2
1
ON
4
3
2
1
ON
4
3
2
1
ON
4
3
2
1
ON
ENLARGE YOUR DISPLAY!
For a larger display double up
addresses and connect 64
tubes instead of 32.
COLORtube™EQ
Power
Optional controller
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 31
0 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 31
Continue
chain…
Standard addressing
method, 32 tube count
Double-up addressing
method, 6
4 tube count
. . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . .
Read about fixture
addressing and
settings in the
sections following…

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4 Black Red
5 Black Green
6 Black Pink
1
7 Black Yellow
8 Black Green/Red
9 Black Cyan/Red
2
10 Black Blue/Red
3 11 Black Rainbow Chase
4 12 Black Red/Green/Cyan/
Blue Chase
5 13 Black Dot Chase
6 14 Change colors Color Chase
7 15 Change colors Automatic
4
3
2
1
ON
4
3
2
1
ON
4
3
2
1
ON
4
3
2
1
ON
4
3
2
1
ON
4
3
2
1
ON
4
3
2
1
ON
4
3
2
1
ON
4
3
2
1
ON
4
3
2
1
ON
4
3
2
1
ON
4
3
2
1
ON

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OFF
ON
6
5
4
3
2
1
Address
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
Fixture Addressing
1. Dipswitch 1 is reserved for setting the type of control
mode on each tube.
2. Set dipswitch 1 to ON for SLAVE operation.
3. Set dipswitch 1 to OFF for MASTER or stand-alone fixture
operation.
Fixture Address Fixture Address
0 16
1 17
2 18
3 19
4 20
5 21
6 22
7 23
8 24
9 25
10 26
11 27
12 28
13 29
14 30
15 31

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COLORtube™EQ Controller
Controller options
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
Mode Disp User selectable built in programs in the controller
Cycle Motion All built in programs will cycle through at an interval time entered by the user
between 1 and 255 minutes
Setup
To operate with controller all tubes must be set to the SLAVE mode, (address dipswitch # 1 set to the
ON position) and each fixture should be addressed in numerical order for best presentation.
Operation
1. Press the Mode button to cycle through either {Mode Disp} or {Cycle Motion}. Leave on the item
you wish to select.
2. Press the Set button to enter selection.
3. Use the Up/Down buttons to toggle or change values within the selected program function. This
could be either changing built it programs or changing interval time.
4. In case of {Mode Disp} option a final press of the Set button is necessary to confirm the selection.
Power indicator led
Power input
Signal output
Sound sensitivity control
Microphone:
Always position facing the
sound source and at a
distance, no farther than 5
meters or 16.4 feet.
Control panel buttons:
Mode
Set
Up
Down

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Controller programs (chart)
PROGRAM DISPLAY BACKGROUND
COLOR ACTIVE COLOR
01 Red & Green Red Green
02 Green & White Green White
03 Blue & Red Blue Red
04 White & Red White Red
05 Red Black Red
06 Green Black Green
07 Purple Black Purple
08 Yellow Black Yellow
09 Green & Dot Black Green w/red dot
10 Cyan & Dot Black Cyan w/red dot
11 Blue & Dot Black Blue w/red dot
12 Synch Colors Black Changing solid colors
13 Synch Dot Black Changing colors/w red dot
14 Synch Cross Black Changing colors cross back & forth
15 Refur Colors Changing colors Changing colors
16 Auto Motion Black Changing colors, dots and solids
17 Black