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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............................................................................................................................................ 8
3. Setup.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
AC Power........................................................................................................................................................ 9
Mounting....................................................................................................................................................... 10
Orientation .................................................................................................................................................... 10
Rigging.......................................................................................................................................................... 10
Lens Assembly Installation/Replacement ..................................................................................................... 11
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
COLORado ™ Control Quick Setup.............................................................................................................. 14
DMX-512 control without “ID” address.......................................................................................................... 14
DMX-512 addressing with ID address........................................................................................................... 15
COLORcon™ Setup ..................................................................................................................................... 16
Setting the DMX address.............................................................................................................................. 17
Control Panel Functions................................................................................................................................ 17
Over Heat Protection .................................................................................................................................... 17
Menu Map..................................................................................................................................................... 18
DMX512 Channel Values.............................................................................................................................. 19
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
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6. Appendix.................................................................................................................................................. 29
DMX Primer .................................................................................................................................................. 29
General Maintenance.................................................................................................................................... 30
Returns Procedure........................................................................................................................................ 30
Claims........................................................................................................................................................... 30
Photometrics................................................................................................................................................. 31
COLORado™ Panel Service Maintenance Guide......................................................................................... 32
Blow-out Diagram. ........................................................................................................................................ 33
PCB Line Drawings....................................................................................................................................... 34
Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................................... 39
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
¾1 x COLORado™Panel
¾1 x Power cable with plug
¾1 x IP66 power extension cable
¾1 x IP66 signal extension cable
¾1 x DMX input cable
¾1 x DMX output cable
¾1 x Warranty Card
¾1 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 read these instructions carefully, which includes important
information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this
product.
•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 12 units @120volts.
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
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2. INTRODUCTION
Features
•3, 4, 5 or 9-channel DMX-512 LED bank system (with ID addressing)
•Operating modes
3-channel: RGB control
3-channel: HSV control (hue, saturation and value)
4-channel: RGBW control
4-channel: RGB, dimmer
5-channel: RGBW, dimmer
9-channel: RGBW, ID, dimmer, strobe, macro, auto, custom, balance, Hyper Color™
•RGBW color mixing with or without DMX controller
•Color temperature presets (3,200ºK - 10,000ºK) or create your own
•Built-in automated programs via DMX
•Recall custom programs via DMX
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
•High-power, 2W (390mA) LEDs
•Available in white or black
•Hyper Color™ allows the LEDs to be driven at higher current for increased output
•Ingress Protection: IP66
•Additional power output: max 25 or 30 units @ 120V
•LCD display with lock-out feature
OPTIONS
•COLORado Controller (COLOR-CON)
•Optical systems available: 10°, 15°(installed), 30°
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DMX Channel Summary
The COLORado™Panel has a total of 6 DMX channel configurations, referred to as “Personalities” in this manual and in
the fixture onboard control board. The 6 personalities are [HSV, STAGE 1, ARC1, ARC1+D, ARC 2, ARC2+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 White
6 Color Macro / White Balance / Hyper Color
7 Strobe
8 Auto & Custom Programs
9 ID Address Selection
[ARC 1] CHANNEL DESCRIPTION
1 Red
2 Green
3 Blue
[ARC 2] CHANNEL DESCRIPTION
1 Red
2 Green
3 Blue
4 White
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[ARC1+D] CHANNEL DESCRIPTION
1 Dimmer
2 Red
3 Green
4 Blue
[ARC2+D] CHANNEL DESCRIPTION
1 Dimmer
2 Red
3 Green
4 Blue
5 White
[HSV] CHANNEL DESCRIPTION
1 Hue
2 Saturation
3 Value (Intensity)
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Product Overview
Power Link Out
DMX In-pin
Power In
Bracket Adjustment
Power Out
DMX Out Control Panel
Hanging Bracket/ Floor Stand
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3.SETUP
AC Power
This fixture has an auto-switching switch-mode 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.
This fixture is designed for power linking from one COLORado™Panel to another COLORado™Panel
fixture. Each fixture ships with IP-66 proprietary power input cables. Each fixture ships with a power
adapter to Male Edison connector.
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. It is recommended to use at least 2 mounting points per
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 for up lighting, 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. 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 is
fan/convection cooled.
Caution! After prolonged periods of operation, the fixture chassis may reach high
temperatures. This fixture must be mounted in a ventilated location, as it is
fan/convection cooled.
Safety Cable
Note: the cable must be
secured through the heat
sink ventilation
passageway.
Hanging Clamp
Note: sold separately
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