Chauvet COLORdash Accent Series User manual

User Manual

Edition Notes
COLORdash™ Accent Series User Manual Rev. 03c
Edition Notes
This manual covers the description, safety precautions, installation, programming,
operation, and maintenance of the COLORdash™ Accent RGBW, UV, and VW
products, also known as the COLORdash™ Accent Series. CHAUVET® released this
edition of the COLORdash™ Accent Series User Manual Rev. 03c in August 2010.
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Intended Audience
Any person in charge of installing, operating, and/or maintaining
any of the fixtures in
the COLORdash™ Accent Series should read the Guide that shipped with it as well as
this manual in their entirety before installing, operating, or maintaining this product.
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Document
Revision The COLORdash™ Accent Series User Manual Rev. 03c supersedes all previous
versions of the COLORdash™ Accent user manual. Please discard any older versions
of this manual you may have, whether in printed or electronic format, and replace them
with this version.
Author Editor Manager PD Manager
O. Desmonteix D. Couppe M. Graham F. Sellers
Product at
a Glance
Use on Dimmer

Auto Programs

Outdoor Use

Auto-ranging Power Supply

Sound Activated

Replaceable Fuse

DMX

User Serviceable

Master/Slave

Duty Cycle


Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
1. Before You Begin............................................................................................................1
What is Included.............................................................................................................................1
Unpacking Instructions ...................................................................................................................1
Text Conventions............................................................................................................................1
Icons Conventions..........................................................................................................................1
Safety Notes...................................................................................................................................2
Expected LED Lifespan..................................................................................................................2
2. Introduction.....................................................................................................................3
Product Description........................................................................................................................3
Common Features..........................................................................................................................3
RGBW Features.............................................................................................................................3
UV Features...................................................................................................................................3
VW Features ..................................................................................................................................3
DMX Channel Summary.................................................................................................................4
RGBW Fixtures..........................................................................................................................................4
UV Fixtures................................................................................................................................................4
VW Fixtures...............................................................................................................................................4
Product Dimension.........................................................................................................................5
3. Setup................................................................................................................................6
AC Power.......................................................................................................................................6
AC Plug.....................................................................................................................................................6
DMX Linking...................................................................................................................................6
DMX Modes...............................................................................................................................................6
Master/Slave Connectivity..........................................................................................................................6
Mounting........................................................................................................................................7
Orientation.................................................................................................................................................7
Rigging......................................................................................................................................................7
4. Operation.........................................................................................................................8
Control Options ..............................................................................................................................8
Control Panel Description...............................................................................................................8
Programming..................................................................................................................................9
Starting Address........................................................................................................................................9
STATIC Mode...............................................................................................................................10
AUTO Mode.................................................................................................................................10
DMX Values for RGBW Fixtures...................................................................................................11
STAGE 1.................................................................................................................................................11
ARC 1 .....................................................................................................................................................12
ARC 2 .....................................................................................................................................................12
DMX Values for VW Fixtures ........................................................................................................12
S1.D2......................................................................................................................................................12
STD.W ....................................................................................................................................................12
STD.D.....................................................................................................................................................12
STD.1......................................................................................................................................................12
DMX Values for UV Fixtures.........................................................................................................12
SV.1........................................................................................................................................................12
SV1.S......................................................................................................................................................12
5. Technical Information ...................................................................................................13
General Fixture Maintenance........................................................................................................13
Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................................14
Exploded View..............................................................................................................................15
Photometrics ................................................................................................................................16

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RGBW Fixtures........................................................................................................................................ 16
UV Fixtures ............................................................................................................................................. 17
VW Fixtures............................................................................................................................................. 17
Returns Procedure........................................................................................................................18
Claims..........................................................................................................................................18
Contact Us....................................................................................................................................18
Technical Specifications................................................................................................................19

Before You Begin
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1. Before You Begin
What is
Included
•One COLORdash™ Accent Series fixture (RGBW, UV, or VW)
•Warranty Card
•Quick Reference Guide
Unpacking
Instructions
Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack it and check the container in
which you received it. Make sure that you have received all the parts indicated above
and that they are all in good condition. If the container’s content (this product or any
other part included with it) appears damaged from shipping, or if the container shows
signs of mishandling, notify the shipper immediately. In addition, retain the container
and all the packing material for inspection.
See the Claims section in the Technical Information chapter.
Text
Conventions
Convention Meaning
1~512 A range of values in the text
50/60 A set of mutually exclusive values in the text
[10] A DIP switch to be configured
Claims A new term, or a section or chapter in this document
“COLORado™ UM” The name of another publication or manual
<SET> A button on thefixture’s control panel
Settings
A fixture function or a menu option
MENU > Settings A sequence of menu options
1~10 A range of menu values from which to choose in a menu
Yes/No A set of two mutually exclusive menu options in a menu
ON A unique value to entered or select in a menu
Icons
Conventions
Icon Meaning
This icon indicates critical installation, configuration, or operation
information. Failure to comply with this information may render
the fixture partially or completely inoperative, damage third-party
equipment, or cause harm to the user.
This icon indicates important installation or configuration
information. Failure to comply with this information may prevent
the fixture from functioning correctly.
This icon indicates useful, although non-critical information.
The term “DMX” used throughout this document refers to the USITT DMX512-A
transmission protocol.

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Safety Notes Please read the following notes
carefully because they include important safety
information about the installation, usage, and maintenance of this product.
It is important to read all these notes before starting to work with this product.
There are no user serviceable parts inside this product. Any reference to
servicing it you may find from now on in this User Manual will only apply to
properly CHAUVET® certified technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt
any repairs unless you are one of them.
Please refer to all applicable local codes and regulations for the proper
installation of this product.
Keep this manual for future consultation. If you sell this product to another user,
make sure that they also receive this manual.
Personal Safety
•Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the fixture is on.
•Always disconnect this product from its power source before servicing.
•Always connect this product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
Mounting and Rigging
•This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose
this product to rain or moisture.
•Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while operating.
•When hanging this product, always secure it to a fastening device using a safety
chain/cable (not provided).
Power and Wiring
•Always make sure that you are connecting this product to the proper voltage, as
per the specifications in this manual or on the product’s sticker.
•Never connect this product to a dimmer pack or rheostat.
•Make sure the product’s housing or power cable are not cracked, crimped, or
damaged.
•Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable.
Operation
•Do not operate this fixture if you see damage on the housing, lenses, ultraviolet
filter, or cables; have the damaged parts replaced by an authorized technician at
once.
•The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate this
product at a higher temperature.
•In case of a serious operating problem, stop using this product immediately!
In the unlikely event that your CHAUVET® product may require service, please
contact CHAUVET® Technical Support.
Expected LED
Lifespan
LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time, mostly because of heat. Packaged in
clusters, LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in ideal or singular optimum
conditions. For this reason, using all color LEDs at their fullest intensity significantly
reduces the LEDs’ lifespan. Under normal conditions, this lifespan can be of 40,000 to
50,000 hours. If extending this lifespan expectancy is vital, lower the operational
temperature by improving ventilation and reducing the external temperature, as well as
limiting the overall projection intensity

Introduction
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2. Introduction
Product
Description
The COLORdash™ Accent fixtures, whether RGB, UV, or VW, are small LED-based,
DMX controllable, wash lights designed for indoor applications.
Theses fixtures are equipped with high power, high luminance LEDs, and they consist
of a small aluminum casing and a double bracket yoke that serves as a floor stand.
Common
Features
•Direct DMX input and output
•Automatic programs with or without DMX controller
•Static control with or without DMX controller
•0~100% dimmer
•Macros
•Master/Slave operation
•Compatible with the COLOR-CON controller
•Lightweight, black aluminum casing
•Natural convection cooling (no fans)
•High power (1 W, 350 mA) LEDs
•Double bracket yoke that doubles as a floor stand
RGBW
Features
•3, 4, or 9-channel RGBW LED wash fixture
•Operating modes:
3-channel: Red, green, blue
4-channel: Red, green, blue, white
9-channel: Dimmer, red, green, blue, white, macro, strobe, auto program,
auto speed
UV Features
•1 or 2-channel DMX UV LED wash fixture
•Operating modes:
1-channel: Dimmer
2-channel: Dimmer, strobe
VW Features
•2, 3, or 5-channel DMX VW LED wash fixture
•Operating modes:
2-channel: Warm white, cool white
2-channel: Dimmer, white macros
3-channel: Dimmer, warm white, cool white
5-channel: Dimmer, warm white, cool white, white macros, strobe

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DMX Channel Summary
RGBW Fixtures
STAGE 1
DMX Channel
Function
1
Dimmer
2
Red
3
Green
4
Blue
5
White
6
Macros
7
Strobe
8
Auto program selection
9
Auto program speed
ARC 1
DMX Channel
Function
1
Red
2
Green
3
Blue
ARC 2
DMX Channel
Function
1
Red
2
Green
3
Blue
4
White
UV Fixtures
SV1
DMX Channel
Function
1
Function 1
SV1.S
DMX Channel
Function
1
Function 1
2
Function 2
VW Fixtures
S1.DS DMX Channel Function
1
Dimmer
2
WarmWhite
3
Cool White
4
White Macros
5
Strobe
STD.W
DMX Channel
Function
1
WarmWhite
2
Cool White
STD.D
DMX Channel
Function
1
Dimmer
2
WarmWhite
3
Cool White
STD.1
DMX Channel
Function
1
Dimmer
2
White Macros

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Product Dimension
(All versions)
Front View
Rear View
Side View
Bracket
Adjustment
Knob
Length
Height
Width

Setup
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3. Setup
AC Power The fixtures in the COLORdash™ Accent Series have an auto-ranging power supply
that can work with an input voltage range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
•Always connect these products to a protected circuit with an appropriate
electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
•Make sure that the line voltage is within the range specified in this manual or
on the product’s sticker.
To determine the power requirements for the fixtures in the COLORdash™ Accent
Series, see the label affixed to their respective yoke. Alternatively, you may refer to the
corresponding specifications chart in the Technical Information chapter of this manual.
The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation.
For more information, you may download the “Sizing the Circuit Breakers” document
from the CHAUVET® Web site.
Never connect the any of the fixtures in the COLORdash™ Accent Series
to a
rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer
channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
AC Plug
The fixtures in the COLORdash™ Accent Series come with a hard-wired power input
cord terminated with an Edison plug on the other end (US market). If the power cord that
came with your fixture has no plug or you need to change the Edison plug, use the table
below to wire the new plug.
Connection Wire (US) Wire (Europe) Screw Color
AC Live Black Brown Yellow or Brass
AC Neutral White Blue Silver
AC Ground Green/Yellow Green/Yellow Green
DMX Linking You may link any of the fixtures in the COLORdash™ Accent Series to a DMX controller
using a standard DMX serial connection. If using other DMX compatible fixtures with any
of these products, it is possible to control them individually with a single DMX controller.
If you are not familiar with the DMX standard, or if you need information about the DMX
cables needed to link the fixtures in the COLORdash™ Accent Series to a DMX
controller, you may download the “DMX Primer” document from the CHAUVET® Web
site.
DMX Modes
The fixtures in the COLORdash™ Accent Series use the standard
DMX data connection
for their various DMX modes. You will find information about these DMX modes in the
Introduction chapter (brief description), the Operation Instructions chapter (configuration
details), and the DMX Values section (individual channel values).
Master/Slave
Connectivity
The Master/Slave mode allows any of the fixtures in the
COLORdash™ Accent Series to
control one or more COLORdash™ Accent fixtures of the same type without a DMX
controller. The controlling fixture becomes the “master” when running an Auto program
or by being in STATIC mode. The controlled fixtures are the “slaves” and you must set
them to “SLAVE” mode from their respective control panels. During the Master/Slave
operation, the slave fixtures will operate in unison with the master fixture.
The master and slave fixtures link to each other using the standard DMX serial
connection. If you are not familiar with the Master/Slave connectivity, you may download
the “DMX Primer” document from the CHAUVET® Web site.
DO NOT connect a DMX controller to the fixtures operating in Master/Slave mode.
Otherwise, the signals from the DMX controller may interfere with the signals from
the master unit.
The Operation chapter of this manual provides detailed instructions on how to
configure the Master and Slave units.

Setup
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Mounting
Before mounting any of the fixtures in the COLORdash™ Accent Series, read and follow
the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes section (page 2
of this
manual).
Orientation
Always mount the fixtures in the COLORdash™ Accent Series in any safe position while
making sure that there is adequate room around it for ventilation.
Make sure to mount these fixtures away from any flammable material as indicated in the
Safety Notes section.
Rigging
CHAUVET® recommends following the general guidelines below when mounting any of
the fixtures in the COLORdash™ Accent Series.
•When selecting an installation location, consider ease of access to the fixture for
operation, programming adjustments, and routine maintenance.
•Never mount any of these fixtures in places where rain, high humidity, extreme
temperature changes, or restricted ventilation may affect it.
•If hanging any of these fixtures, make sure that the location where you are mounting
the fixture can support its weight. Please see the Technical Specifications section of
this manual for the weight requirement of this fixture.
Procedure
The fixtures in the COLORdash™ Accent Series come with a double bracket yoke to
which you can attach “C” or “O” clamps. The double bracket yoke also serves as floor
mount support. You must supply your own “C” or “O” clamps as well as the safety cable.
Product Mounting
Diagram
C clamp
(not included)
Truss Mount
Floor Mount

Operation
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4. Operation
Control Options You can set the start address of any of the fixtures in the COLORdash™ Accent Series
in the 001~512 DMX range. This allows for the control of up to 56 fixtures in the 9-
channel STAGE 1 personality.
Control Panel
Description
All the fixtures in the COLORdash™ Accent Series have a basic control panel, which
consist of a single 12-switch dual in line package (DIP) switch module. Each of the
individual switches has a number (DIP switch [1] through [12]).
The only function of DIP switches [10] through [12] is to set the fixture’s operation mode.
The function of DIP switches [1] to [9] will vary depending on which operation mode you
have selected. The diagram below shows the DIP switch assignments. The Operation
Modes Table shows the DIP switch setting to enable the various operating modes for
each of the fixtures in the COLORdash™ Accent Series.
DIP Switch Assignments
•When the fixture is in DMX mode, DIP switches [1] to [9] define the fixture’s
starting address.
•When the fixture is in AUTO mode, DIP switches [1] to [4] determine which
program will run.
•When the fixture is in STATIC mode, DIP switches [1] to [4] determine the
intensity of the LEDs by color.
Operation Modes Table
Non-DMX Modes
DIP 10 DIP 11
DIP 12 RGBW UV VW
On Off On STATIC (Master)
Off Off On AUTO (Master)
On Off Off SLAVE/COLOR-CON
DMX Modes
DIP 10 DIP 11
DIP 12 RGBW UV VW
Off On Off ARC 1 SV.1 STD.W
On On Off ARC 2 SV1.S S1.DS
Off Off Off STAGE 1 Reserved STD.D
On On On Reserved Reserved STD.1
Off On On Reserved Reserved Reserved
DIP Switches 1~4
AUTO Programs
Selection
(AUTO Mode active)
DIP Switches 10~12
Operation Mode
Selection
(See table below)
DIP Switches 1~9
DMX Address Selection
(DMX Mode active)
DIP Switches 1~4
Color Intensity
(STATIC Mode active)

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Programming
It is possible to change the fixture’s various operation modes, DMX address, AUTO
programs, or STATIC settings while the fixture is on. Always make sure that you have
clear access to the DIP switches on the back of the fixture for easier fixture changes.
Starting Address
When any of the DMX modes is active as per the Operation Modes Table, you may
select the fixture’s starting DMX address (1~512) by setting DIP switches [1] through [9]
as per the table below.
Starting Address Settings
DIP Switch 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Value 1 2 4 8 16 32 64 128 256
Procedure 1) Set DIP switches [10] through [12] to select a DMX operation mode, as per the
Operation Modes Table.
2) Select the desired starting address (0 to 512) by setting DIP switches [1] through [9]
to ON or OFF until the sum of the value of the DIP switches in the ON position
matches the desired address number.
3) Refer to the examples below for more information.
Starting Address
Examples
These three examples are for STAGE 1 DMX mode. Therefore, in all three cases, DIP
switches [10], [11], and [12] are set to OFF.
a) To select DMX Address 1, set DIP switch [1] to ON.
b) To select DMX Address 64, set DIP switch [7] to ON.
c) To select DMX Address 31, set DIP switches [1], [2], [3], [4], and [5] to ON
( 1+ 2 + 4 + 8 + 16 = 31).

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STATIC Mode
When selecting the STATIC mode, the COLORdash™ Accent fixtures can be set up to
various white intensities without a DMX controller by using DIP switches [1] through [8]
as per the tables below.
RGBW STATIC Mode
Configuration
Color Red Green Blue White
Luminosity [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8]
0 % Off Off Off Off Off Off Off Off
30 % On Off On Off On Off On Off
60 % Off On Off On Off On Off On
100 % On On On On On On On On
VW & UV STATIC Mode
Configuration
Fixture model VW UV
Color Warm White Cool White Ultra Violet
Luminosity [1] [2] [3] [4] [1] [2]
0 % Off Off Off Off Off Off
30 % On Off On Off On Off
60 %
Off On Off On Off On
100 % On On On On On On
Procedure
1) Set DIP switches [10] and [12] to ON, and DIP switch [11] to OFF to select STATIC
Mode.
2) Select the color intensity as indicated in the corresponding STATIC Mode
Configuration table above.
AUTO Mode
The AUTO mode allows the user to select one of the available preset programs on
the
individual COLORdash™ Accent fixture, as follows:
Fixture model RGBW UV VW
Number of AUTO programs 32 10 12
Selection range 0~31 0~9 0~11
To select the AUTO program, set DIP switches [1] through [5],
as indicated in the table
below.
Starting Address Settings
DIP Switch 1 2 3 4 5
Value 1 2 4 8 16
Procedure
1) Set DIP switches [10] and [11] to OFF, and DIP switch [12] to ON (AUTO Mode).
2) Select the desired program (0 to 11) by setting DIP switches [1] through [4] to ON or
OFF until the sum of the value of the DIP switches in the ON position matches the
desired program number.
3) Refer to the examples below for more information.
Auto Mode Examples
a) To select AUTO program
0
, set DIP switches [1] through [5] to
OFF
and DIP
switch [12] to ON.
b) To select AUTO program 9, set DIP switches [1], [4], and [12] to ON.

Operation
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DMX Values for RGBW Fixtures
STAGE 1
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1
Dimmer
000

255
0~100%
2
Red
000

255
0~100%
3
Green
000

255
0~100%
4
Blue
000

255
0~100%
5
White
000

255
0~100%
6 Color Macro
000 010
011 035
036 060
061 085
086 110
111 135
136 160
161 185
186 210
211 215
216 220
221 225
226 230
231 235
236 240
241 245
246 250
251

255
No Function
Red 100% - Green Up - Blue 0%
Red Down - Green 100% - Blue 0%
Red 0% - Green 100% - Blue Up
Red 0% - Green Down -Blue 100%
Red Up - Green 0% -Blue 100%
Red 100% - Green 0% - Blue Down
Red 100% - Green Up - Blue Up
Red Down - Green Down - Blue 100%
White 1: 3200 K
White 2: 3400 K
White 3: 4200 K
White 4: 4900 K
White 5: 5600 K
White 6: 5900 K
White 7: 6500 K
White 8: 7200 K
White 9: 8500 K
7 Strobe
000

004
005

255
No Function
0

20 Hz
8 Auto Select
000 020
021 030
031 040
041 050
051 060
061 070
071 080
081 090
091 100
101 110
111 120
121 130
131 140
141 150
151 160
161 170
171 180
181 190
191 200
201 210
211 220
221 223
224 226
227 229
230 232
233 235
236 238
239 241
242 244
245 247
248 250
251 253
254

255
No Function
Auto 0
Auto 1
Auto 2
Auto 3
Auto 4
Auto 5
Auto 6
Auto 7
Auto 8
Auto 9
Auto 10
Auto 11
Auto 12
Auto 13
Auto 14
Auto 15
Auto 16
Auto 17
Auto 18
Auto 19
Auto 20 (Red)
Auto 21 (Red & Green)
Auto 22 (Red & Blue)
Auto 23 (Red & White)
Auto 24 (Green)
Auto 25 (Green & Blue)
Auto 26 (Green & White)
Auto 27 (Blue)
Auto 28 (Blue & White)
Auto 29 (White)
Auto 30 (Red & Green & Blue)
Auto 31 (Red & Green & Blue & White)
9
Auto Speed
000

255

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DMX Values for RGBW Fixtures (Cont.)
ARC 1
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1
Red
000

255
0~100%
2
Green
000

255
0~100%
3
Blue
000

255
0~100%
ARC 2
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1
Red
000

255
0~100%
2
Green
000

255
0~100%
3
Blue
000

255
0~100%
4
White
000

255
0~100%
DMX Values for VW Fixtures
S1.D2
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1
Dimmer
000

255
0~100%
2
Warm White
000

255
0~100%
3
Cool White
000

255
0~100%
4 White Macros
000 010
011 050
051 080
081 110
111 140
141

255
No Function
White 1: 3,200 K
White 2: 3,400 K
White 3: 4,200 K
White 4: 4,900 K
White 5: 5,600 K
5
Strobe
000

255
0~100%
STD.W
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1
Warm White
000

255
0~100%
2
Cool White
000

255
0~100%
STD.D
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1
Dimmer
000

255
0~100%
2
Warm White
000

255
0~100%
3
Cool White
000

255
0~100%
STD.1
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1
Dimmer
000

255
0~100%
2
White Macros
000

255
0~100%
DMX Values for UV Fixtures
SV.1
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1
Dimmer
000

255
0~100%
SV1.S
Channel Function Value Percent/Setting
1
Dimmer
000

255
0~100%
2
Strobe
000

255
0~100%

Technical Information
COLORdash™ Accent Series User Manual Rev. 03c -13-
5. Technical Information
General Fixture
Maintenance
To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, the user should clean the light
fixtures frequently. Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining the
cleaning frequency. As a rule, the user should clean the fixtures at least twice a month.
Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can
lead to reduced light source life and increased mechanical wear.
CHAUVET® recommends cleaning the fixture’s external optics with a soft cloth using
normal glass cleaning fluid.
To clean a fixture, follow the recommendations below:
•Unplug the fixture from power.
•Wait until the fixture is cold.
•Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected
on the external vents and reachable internal components.
•Clean all external optics and glass surfaces with a mild solution of glass cleaner or
isopropyl alcohol, and a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
•Apply the solution directly to the cloth or tissue and drag any dirt and grime to the
outside of the lens.
•Gently polish the external glass surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
•When cleaning units with a movable mirror, you should keep the contact with the
mirror surface to a minimum to avoid scratching or damaging it.
Always dry the external optics and glass surfaces carefully after cleaning them.
If the fixture has one or more fans, refrain from spinning them using compressed
air.

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Troubleshooting Guide
Symptom Cause(s) Action(s)
General low light
intensity
•Dirty lens assembly •Clean the fixture regularly.
•Misaligned lens assembly •Install lens assembly properly.
One LED does not
illuminate
•Faulty LED •Replace LED board
•Faulty LED driver •Replace LED Driver board
Groups of LEDs do
not illuminate
•Faulty LED •Replace LED board
•Faulty LED driver •Replace LED Driver board
None of the LEDs
illuminates
•Faulty LED board •Replace LED board
•Faulty LED Driver board •Replace LED Driver board
•Faulty main board •Replace main board
Circuit breaker/fuse
keeps tripping/blowing
•Excessive circuit load •Check total load placed on the electrical circuit.
•Short circuit along the power wires •Check for a short in the electrical wiring
Fixture does not
power up
•No power •Check for power on power outlet
•Loose or damaged power cord •Check power cord
•Faulty internal power supply •Replace internal power supply
Fixture does not
respond to DMX
•Wrong DMX addressing •Check DMX mode and unit addressing
•Damaged DMX cables •Check DMX cables
•Wrong polarity on the controller •Check polarity switch settings on the controller
•Loose DMX cables •Check cable connections
•Faulty DMX interface •Replace DMX interface board
•Faulty Main board •Replace main board
DMX signal problems
•Non DMX cables •Use only DMX compatible cables
•Bouncing signals •Install terminator as per DMX standard
•Long cable / low level signal •Install an optically coupled DMX splitter right
after the fixture with the strong signal
•Too many fixtures •Install an optically coupled DMX splitter after
unit #32 or before
•Interference from AC wires •Keep DMX cables separated from power
cables or fluorescent/black lights
If you still experience technical problems after trying the above solutions, contact
CHAUVET® Technical Support.

Technical Information
COLORdash™ Accent Series User Manual Rev. 03c -15-
Exploded View
Item Description
1 Front rim cover
2 LED lens assembly (18º)
3 LED PCB with metal core
4 Power supply
5 LED driver PCB
6 Power and DMX PCB
7 Main PCB (DIP Switches)
8 Main metal case
9 Bracket
10 Adjustment knob w/washer

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Photometrics
RGBW Fixtures