Chauvet COLORdash Batten User manual

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COLORdash™ Batten
USER MANUAL
Snapshot
OK on Dimmer
Outdoor OK
Sound Activated
DMX512
Master/Slave
Autoswitching
Transformer
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin..................................................................................................................................................................3
What is included..........................................................................................................................................................................3
Unpacking Instructions ...............................................................................................................................................................3
Safety Instructions ......................................................................................................................................................................4
LED Expected Lifespan ..............................................................................................................................................................4
2. Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................................................5
Features ......................................................................................................................................................................................5
DMX Channel Summary.............................................................................................................................................................6
Product Overview........................................................................................................................................................................7
3. SETUP ....................................................................................................................................................................................8
AC Power ....................................................................................................................................................................................8
Mounting......................................................................................................................................................................................9
Orientation...................................................................................................................................................................................9
Rigging ........................................................................................................................................................................................9
Fixture Connection....................................................................................................................................................................10
Lens Assembly Installation/Replacement ................................................................................................................................10
Fixture Linking...........................................................................................................................................................................12
Data Cabling .............................................................................................................................................................................12
DMX Data Cable.......................................................................................................................................................................12
Cable Connectors .....................................................................................................................................................................12
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart...............................................................................................................................................13
Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link...........................................................................................................................................13
Master/Slave Fixture Linking ....................................................................................................................................................13
4. Operating Instructions.......................................................................................................................................................14
Control Options .........................................................................................................................................................................14
DMX-512 control without “ID” address .....................................................................................................................................14
DMX-512 addressing with ID address......................................................................................................................................14
COLORcon™ Setup .................................................................................................................................................................15
Setting the DMX address..........................................................................................................................................................16
Control Panel Functions ...........................................................................................................................................................16
Password Menu Lockout ..........................................................................................................................................................16
Upload Customs........................................................................................................................................................................17
Menu Map .................................................................................................................................................................................18
DMX512 Channel Values .........................................................................................................................................................20
Important Notes about STAGE 1 DMX Operation...................................................................................................................23
5. COLORado™ Controller ....................................................................................................................................................24
Overview ...................................................................................................................................................................................24
Setup.........................................................................................................................................................................................24
Menu Map .................................................................................................................................................................................25
Wash Program..........................................................................................................................................................................25
Effect Program..........................................................................................................................................................................25
Custom Program.......................................................................................................................................................................26
Play Schedule...........................................................................................................................................................................26
Clock..........................................................................................................................................................................................26
Schedule ...................................................................................................................................................................................26
Settings......................................................................................................................................................................................26
Activating password mode........................................................................................................................................................27
Control via external DMX..........................................................................................................................................................27
Technical Support.....................................................................................................................................................................28
Contact Us.................................................................................................................................................................................28
6. Appendix..............................................................................................................................................................................29
DMX Primer...............................................................................................................................................................................29
General Maintenance ...............................................................................................................................................................30
Returns Procedure....................................................................................................................................................................30
Photometrics .............................................................................................................................................................................31
Mini Par Service Maintenance Guide.......................................................................................................................................32
Blow-out Diagram. ....................................................................................................................................................................33
Technical Specifications ...........................................................................................................................................................35

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
1 x COLORdash™ Batten
1 x Power cable with plug
1 x 6ft (2m) power linking cable
1 x Warranty Card
1 x User Manual
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving a fixture, 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.

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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 the decal or rear panel of the fixture.
The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20in (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.
Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain. Never carry the fixture solely by its head. Use
its carrying handles.
Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104°F (40°C). Do not operate fixture at temperatures higher
than this.
In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to repair the
unit by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please
contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center. Always use the same type spare parts.
Never connect the device to a dimmer pack.
Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.
Do not daisy chain power to more than 13 units @120volts.
Note! Power linking may not be available for 230V versions
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 at: 954-929-1115.
Caution! After prolonged periods of operation, the fixture chassis may reach high
temperatures. Use caution when handling this fixture.
LED Expected Lifespan
LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time. HEAT is the dominant factor that leads to the
acceleration of this decline. Packaged in clusters, LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in
ideal or singular optimum conditions. For this reason when all color LEDs are used at their fullest
intensity, life of the LEDs is significantly reduced. It is estimated that a viable lifespan of 40,000 to
50,000 hours will be achieved under normal operational conditions. If improving on this lifespan
expectancy is of a higher priority, place care in providing for lower operational temperatures. This
may include climatic-environmental and the reduction of overall projection intensity
Please read these instructions carefully, which includes important
information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this
product.

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2. INTRODUCTION
Features
3, 4, 10, or 12-channel DMX-512 LED bank system (with ID addressing)
Operating modes
3-channel: RGB control
4-channel: RGB, dimmer
10-channel: RGB, ID, dim, macro, strobe, automatic, custom, module
select
12-channel: RGB of 4 separate sections
RGB color mixing with or without DMX controller
Built-in automated programs via master/slave or DMX
Program and recall custom programs via master/slave or DMX
Adjustable fan speeds
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
High-power, 1W (350mA) LEDs
3-pin and 5-pin DMX connections
Additional (IEC) power output: max 13 units @ 120V (see manual for details)
Attach multiple units together with the included bracket
LCD display with password protection
Transfer custom programs between fixtures
Double-bracket yoke doubles as floor stand
OPTIONS
COLORado Controller (COLOR-CON)
Optical systems: 15 (CL20X15), 30 (installed)

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DMX Channel Summary
The COLORdash™ Batten has a total of 4 DMX channel configurations, referred to as “Personalities” in this manual and
in the fixture onboard control board. The 4 personalities are [STAGE 1, BLOCK, ARC1, ARC1+D]. Each of the different
personalities can be accessed from the control panel. Please see section on “Control Panel Functions” on a description
on how to accomplish this.
[STAGE 1]
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
1
Dimmer
2
Red
3
Green
4
Blue
5
Color Macro
6
Strobe
7
Auto & Custom Programs
8
Auto Speed Adjustment
9
ID Address Selection
10
Block Selection
[BLOCK]
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
1
Red 1
2
Green 1
3
Blue 1
4
Red 2
5
Green 2
6
Blue 2
7
Red 3
8
Green 3
9
Blue 3
10
Red 4
11
Green 4
12
Blue 4
[ARC 1]
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
1
Red
2
Green
3
Blue
[ARC1+D]
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
1
Dimmer
2
Red
3
Green
4
Blue

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Product Overview
Power Link Out
DMX In
Power In
Power Out
Control Panel
Bracket Adjustment
DMX Out
Fuse holder
Cooling Fan
Bracket Adjustment knob

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3. SETUP
AC Power
This fixture has an auto-switching power supply that can accommodate a wide range of input
voltages. The only thing necessary to do before powering on the unit is to make sure the line voltage
you are applying is within the range of accepted voltages. This fixture will accommodate between
100V and 240V AC 50-60 Hz. 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.
Warning! All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Earth Ground.
Depending on the application, the lighting fixture may require a different connector Please refer to the
below wire color code if installing a new connector.
Wire
Connection
Brown
AC Live
Blue
AC Neutral
Green/Yellow
AC Ground
Connection
Pin
AC Live
1
AC Neutral
2
Ground(Earth)
3

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Mounting
Orientation This fixture may be mounted in any safe position.
Rigging The fixture includes a mounting yoke to which a rigging clamp can be attached. You
must supply your own clamp and make sure the clamp is capable of supporting the
weight of this fixture. You can order “C” and “O”-clamps from any CHAUVET dealer
or distributor (CLP-15, CLP-06 recommended).
Note: There are 2 types of applications for this fixture: floor stand for up lighting, and
overhead use for down lighting. If you are using this fixture in a hanging/mounted
application, then you must use at least 1 safety cable/chain for each fixture in addition to
the mounting brackets.
If hanging the fixture for over head use, then please follow the below steps.
1. Block access below the work area and use suitable and stable platform
when installing or servicing fixture.
2. Safety cables must always be used, secured through the heat sink
ventilation passageway. The safety cable must be capable of holding 10
times the weight of the fixture.
3. Verify the structure can hold 10 times the weight of all to-be installed
fixtures.
Caution! After prolonged periods of operation, the fixture chassis may reach high
temperatures. This fixture must be mounted in a ventilated location, as it uses
forced convection cooled.
Hanging Bracket/
Floor Stand
Hanging Clamp
Note: sold separately

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Fixture Connection
The fixture may be stacked together horizontally to create a strip light or vertically
for a blinder effect. This can be used for runway lighting or cycloramas. With the
different methods of bracket mounting, this turns this fixture into a very versatile
lighting tool.
Note: In this configuration, it is only recommended that a maximum of 3 fixtures be
stacked together at a time.
Note: You will still need to connect and configure each fixture separately. For the power,
you may use the linking cables provided with the fixture.
Please follow the below instructions for stacking the fixtures horizontally.
1. Remove the brackets that come with the fixtures, in order to make room for
the attachment screws.
2. In the same location where the bracket attaches, you may install the linking
screws. This will attach the fixtures close together.
3. You may use the brackets for this configuration, or simply install the clamp
directly to the fixture as showed on the previous page.

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Lens Assembly Installation/Replacement
The COLORdash™ Batten comes with 15 lens assembly pre-installed from the factory. However, there is 1 other
optional lens kit (CL20X30) available as accessories, which will alter the beam angle. These each come in
packages of 20pcs each. Therefore, if you have a fixture that has more than 20 LEDs (such as the COLORdash™
Batten), then be sure to take this into account. Please follow the below instructions for proper
replacement/installation.
1.
2.
1. Remove the side, plastic UV cover (black) by removing the screws that hold it in place. There
are 4 screws to remove for this step.
2. Slide the LED plastic cover out through the side of the plastic black cover that was removed.
3. After removing the side cover, remove the screws that hold the lens assembly in place. There
are 8 screws for this step.
Note: use care when performing this procedure, as this gives you direct access to
the LEDs, which are very fragile.
4. You now should have full access to the lens assembly. This must be removed and the old
lenses must be replaced with the new lenses. The same assembly is to be reinstalled with the
new lenses in place and the process is complete.
Warning! When replacing the lens assembly, please make sure that the power is
disconnected from the fixture beforehand.
4. LENS Assembly
3. Lens holder Screws
2. LED plastic UV cover
LED PCB
1. Plastic Side Cover

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Fixture Linking
You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX-512 controller
or to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a master/slave operating mode. The
combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number
of fixtures the data link can support.
Important: Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line.
To comply with the EIA-485 standard no more than 32 devices should be
connected on one data link. Connecting more than 32 fixtures on one serial
data link without the use of a DMX optically-isolated splitter may result in
deterioration of the digital DMX signal.
Maximum recommended serial data link distance: 500 meters (1640 ft.)
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32 fixtures
Data Cabling
To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables. You can purchase CHAUVET-certified DMX
cables directly from a dealer/distributor or construct your own cable. If you choose to create your own
cable please use data-grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to
electromagnetic interference.
DMX DATA CABLE
Use a Belden© 9841 or equivalent cable which meets the specifications for EIA RS-485 applications.
Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances. The cable will
have the following characteristics:
2-conductor twisted pair plus a shield
Maximum capacitance between conductors –30 pF/ft.
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield –55 pF/ft.
Maximum resistance of 20 ohms / 1000 ft.
Nominal impedance 100 –140 ohms
CABLE CONNECTORS
Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end.
CAUTION Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis
ground. Grounding the common can cause a ground loop, and your fixture
may perform erratically. Test cables with an ohm meter to verify correct
polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield
or each other.
COMMON
DMX +
DMX -
INPUT
OUTPUT
1
3
2
1
3
2
1
3
2
Resistance 120
ohm 1/4w
between pin 2
(DMX -) and pin
3 (DMX +) of the
last fixture.
Termination reduces signal errors. To
avoid signal transmission problems
and interference, it is always
advisable to connect a DMX signal
terminator.
DMX connector configuration

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This drawing provides a
general illustration of the
DMX Input/Output panel of
a lighting fixture.
Universal DMX Controller
Continue the link
Often, the setup for Master-Slave
and Standalone operation requires
that the first fixture in the chain be
initialized for this purpose via either
settings in the control panel or DIP-
switches. Secondarily, the fixtures
that follow may also require a slave
setting. Please consult the
“Operating Instructions” section in
this manual for complete instructions
for this type of setup and
configuration.
Master
Slave
Slave
3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART
Note! If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector, you will need to
use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter. CHAUVET Model No: DMX5M, or DMX5F.
The chart below details a proper cable conversion:
3PIN TO 5PIN CONVERSION CHART
Conductor
3 Pin Female (output)
5 Pin Male (Input)
Ground/Shield
Pin 1
Pin 1
Data ( - ) signal
Pin 2
Pin 2
Data ( + ) signal
Pin 3
Pin 3
Do not use
Do not use
Do not use
Do not use
Setting up a DMX Serial Data
Link
1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of
the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin
connector of the controller.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from
the controller which will have a (female) 3
pin connector to the input connector of the
next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin
connector.
3. Then, proceed to connect from the output
as stated above to the input of the following
fixture and so on.
CHAUVET Certified DMX Data Cables
Order Code Description
DMX1.5 DMX Cable 1.5m/4.9ft
DMX4.5 DMX Cable 4.5m/14.8ft
DMX10 DMX Cable 10m/32.8ft
Master/Slave Fixture Linking
1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin connector
of the first fixture.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a (female) 3 pin
connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin connector. Then,
proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on.

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DMX Address: 001
ID Address: 01
DMX Address: 001
ID Address: 02
DMX Address: 001
ID Address: 03
DMX Address: 013
ID Address: 01
DMX Address: 013
ID Address: 02
DMX Address: 013
ID Address: 03
DMX 512 Controller
The figure above shows a simple DMX layout which has used three units at each
DMX address. The three units have different ID addresses which allows the user to
collectively control the whole group of units at that DMX address by setting Channel
10 to 0, or to control each unit independently by first selecting the DMX address and
then by using Channel 10 to locate the target ID address. (Note that when using ID
addresses it is also possible to activate ADAS which allows for even more option with
DMX addressing and control.
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Control Options
The COLORdash™ Batten is addressable in the DMX range of 001 to 512. In its simplest control
form, this allows for the control of up to 56 fixtures in the 10-channel Stage1 personality; however, a
secondary “ID” address system exists for use in a limited DMX universe and architectural
environments. The “ID” address system allows the user to assign up to 66 fixtures within the same
DMX address; in effect, multiplying the control of the COLORdash™ Batten within a single universe
to 3,696 fixtures. The “ID” address system is accessed using DMX channel 9 [Stage 1].
Consideration must be placed when programming live performances or cues that need to trigger on
demand or on a time line. So, to remain within one second execution time, program no greater than
10 fixtures on ID addressing per DMX channel.
DMX-512 control without “ID” address
The COLORdash™ Batten operates on 10 channels of DMX (“STAGE1” personality). Address each
fixture in increments of 10 channels. (I.e. 1,10,19,28, etc…) To save time you can use the same
DMX address for each fixture. All fixtures will then respond simultaneously to control. You may also
group your fixtures and address those groups alike for faster programming and control.
1. Access the control panel function by pressing the (MENU) button until the {RUN MODE} is
displayed.
2. Press (SET) and use the (UP/DOWN) buttons to select {DMX} function.
3. Then, Press (MENU) button until {DMX512 ADDRESS} is displayed.
4. Pres the (SET) button.
6. Use the (UP/DOWN) buttons to increase or decrease channels between 001 and 512.
7. Press the (SET) button to confirm action. Then press (MENU) to exit.
Deactivate ID addressing in each fixture by setting panel function {ID ON/OFF} to OFF.
{MENU} {SETTINGS} {ID ON/OFF} [OFF]
Notes: If ID addressing is not deactivated in the fixture’s control panel function,
unintended results may occur if values are present in channel 9. Make
sure values on channel 9 are set to “0”.
DMX-512 addressing with ID address
1. Follow instructions 1 ~ 4 for DMX512 addressing.
2. Activate ID addressing in each fixture by setting panel function {ID ON/OFF} to ON.
{MENU} {Settings) {ID ON/OFF} [ON]
3. For every DMX512 starting address the user can set 66 separate ID addresses.
4. Set ID addresses in each fixture by setting panel function {ID address} to incremental values.
(I.e. 1,2,3,4,5,6,etc…)
{MENU} {Settings} {ID address} [01 ~ 66]
5. ID addresses are accessible using Channel 9 [Stage 1].

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ID Address: 01
ID Address: 02
ID Address: 03
ID Address: 04
ID Address: 05
ID Address: 06
The figure above shows 6 fixtures connected in series with corresponding addresses.
Each fixture has {ID ON} in the fixture’s settings. You must set the {Range} settings
in the controller to [006] before accessing {Effect} programs.
UP DOWN EXITSET
Single Row
Application
ID Address: 01
The figure above shows 9 fixtures
connected in series with corresponding
addresses. Each fixture has {ID ON} in
the fixture’s settings. You must set the
{Range} settings in the controller to
[009] before accessing {Effect}
programs.
UP DOWN EXITSET
Block Application
ID Address: 02
ID Address: 03
ID Address: 04
ID Address: 05
ID Address: 06
ID Address: 07
ID Address: 08
ID Address: 09
ID Address: 01
The figure above shows 9 fixtures connected in
series. Three rows comprised of 3 fixtures are
addressed identically. Each fixture has {ID ON} in
the fixture’s settings. You must set the {Range}
settings in the controller to [003] before accessing
{Effect} programs.
ID Address: 02
ID Address: 03
ID Address: 01
ID Address: 02
ID Address: 03
ID Address: 01
ID Address: 02
ID Address: 03
Repeat Row Block Application
UP DOWN EXITSET
COLORcon™ Setup
1. FIXTURE CONTROL PANEL SETUP
Activate ID addressing in each fixture by setting panel function {ID ON/OFF} to ON.
{MENU} {Settings) {ID ON/OFF} [ON]
Set ID addresses in each fixture by setting panel function {ID address} to
incremental values. (I.e. 1,2,3,4,5,6,etc…)
{MENU} {Settings} {ID address} [01 ~ 66]
It is not necessary to set the DMX address.
2. CONTROLLER SETUP
When using the {Effect program} function, it is necessary to set the {Settings} 
{Range} setting, which is the quantity of fixtures in series.
{MENU} {Settings} {Range} [ (No. of fixtures) ]

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MENU
DOWN
ENTER
UP
Setting the DMX address
Each fixture requires a "start address" from 1 to 512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for
control begins to read the data on the channel indicated by the start address. For example, a fixture
that occupies or uses 7 channels of DMX and was addressed to start on DMX channel 100, would
read data from channels: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105 and 106. Choose start addresses so that the
channels used do not overlap and note the start address selected for future reference. The
COLORdash™ Batten uses up to12 channels of DMX. If this is your first time using DMX, we
recommend reading the DMX Primer in the Appendix Section.
Control Panel Functions
All fixture functions and settings are accessible via the built-in control panel interface.
BUTTON
FUNCTION
MENU
Exits from the current menu or function
UP
Navigates upwards through the menu list and increases the numeric value when in
a function
DOWN
Navigates downwards through the menu list and decreases the numeric value when
in a function
ENTER
Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the currently selected value in to the
selected function
Password Menu Lockout
The COLORdash™ Batten has a password lock-out feature. This can be enabled/disabled by using the
Control Panel.
Note: The pre-set user password is down + down + down + down + down + down + down +
down. This may be changed by accessing the control panel.
oHowever, if the user forgets their password, then there is a factory override
permanent password of up+up+down+up+down+up+down+down.

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Upload Customs
The custom programs in the COLORdash™ Batten may be copied from one fixture to another,
thus giving the ability to have to only program them on a single fixture, and then duplicate this on
several others. This is accessed in the Control Panel as “Upload”. Follow the below steps for this
process. On all fixtures that are going to receive the upload, set them on SLAVE operation.
1. Disconnect from DMX controller
2. Select “Settings” in the Control Board and press Enter.
3. Select “Upload Customs” and press enter.
4. Press enter to confirm or enter password, then press enter. “Uploading customs”will
display when the transfer is proceeding.
5. If the upload is successful, then the slave fixtures will show green. If the upload is
unsuccessful, then the slave fixtures will show red.
Note: you must enter the password on the unit sending the custom programs to the other
units. If you have not yet set a password on the unit, then you may leave it blank and
just press “ENTER”.
Note: the units receiving the new custom programs from the master must be set to
“SLAVE”. Otherwise, they will not allow receipt of the programs.

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Menu Map
MAIN FUNCTION
SUB-FUNCTION
SELECTION
INSTRUCTION
1. Static Color
Red
000 ~ 255*
(0 ~ 100%)
*Strobe range is
0~20
User can combine Red, Green and Blue to
generate a custom color
Select strobing frequency between 0 and
20Hz
Green
Blue
Strobe
2. Auto
Auto
(1~10)
Choose from 10 automatic programs
Custom
(1~10)
Choose from 10 programs that be
customized under the “edit custom” menu
option
3. Edit Custom
Custom (1~10)
-(Scene 01-30)
Red
User can combine Red, Green and Blue to
generate a custom color (0~255)
Green
Blue
Strobe
Select strobing frequency (0 ~20Hz)
Time
(0~255)
Fade
(0~255)
4. DMX Address
001 ~ 512
Sets the DMX starting address
5. Personality
Stage 1
9-channel
Block
12-channel 4 section RGB
Arc 1
3-channel RGB
Arc 1+D
4-channel RGB+D
6. Run Mode
DMX~Slave
Sets the operating mode for the fixture: to
receive signal from a DMX controller
(DMX) or to receive signal from the DMX
out of another COLORado Panel (Slave)
7. ID Address
0-66
Assigns the ID address to a fixture
8. Settings
Fan
Auto
Automatically turns on the fan, when
needed
Off
Keeps the fans off, regardless of the
temperature. If the temperature of the
LEDs reached a temperature >60◦◦
Low
Adjusts the fan speed to its quietest speed
Normal
Adjusts the fan speed to it medium speed
High
Adjusts the fan speed to its fastest speed
ID
On~Off
Turns ID addressing on or off
Reset to factory?
(Press enter 2 times)
Resets the fixture to the default, factory
settings
Upload custom?
(Press enter 2 times)
Password Required
Uploads a fixture’s custom program to
another fixture (same fixture only)
Password: Press Down 8 times
9. Password
On~Off
Turns the password on or off (after 30s of
no action, the password will automatically
turn on after selecting On)

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DMX512 Channel Values
The COLORdash™ Batten has 4 DMX512 channel configurations [STAGE1,BLOCK, ARC1, and
ARC1+D].
STAGE 1
CHANNEL
VALUE
FUNCTION
1
000 255
Dimmer
0 100%
2
000 255
Red
(or STEP TIME when CUS.01-10 is activated)
0 100%
3
000 255
Green
(or FADE TIME when CUS.01-10 is activated)
0 100%
4
000 255
Blue
0 100%
5
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
Color Macro + White Balance
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 1:3200K
White 2: 3400K
White 3: 4200K
White 4: 4900K
White 5: 5600K
White 6: 5900K
White 7: 6500K
White 8: 7200K
White 9: 8500K
6
000 004
005 255
Strobe
No Function
0 20Hz
7
000 010
011 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 230
231 240
241 250
251 255
Auto + Custom Programs + Fan Control
Reset to display fan setting
Fans Off (Hold for 3 sec)
Fans Low (Hold for 3 sec)
Fans Normal (Hold for 3 sec)
Fans High (Hold for 3 sec)
Fans Auto (Hold for 3 sec)
Auto 1
Auto 2
Auto 3
Auto 4
Auto 5
Auto 6
Auto 7
Auto 8
Auto 9
Auto 10
Custom 1
Custom 2
Custom 3
Custom 4
Custom 5
Custom 6
Custom 7
Custom 8
Custom 9
Custom 10