Color Block 2 Quick Start Guide V1.0 Color Block 2 Quick Start Guide V1.0
1. Overview
The Color Block 2 fixture combines the modularity and versatility with the new single color RGBA optics, 530 lumens
output (almost double the original model) and theatrical grade dimming. Each Color Block 2 fixture features 48 high
output LED set into 12 single optic RGBA clusters that are grouped into 4 cells.
The control options incorporate a choice of HSI (Hue, Saturation and Intensity), RGBA (Red, Green, Blue, Amber), RGB
(Red, Green, Blue, with *Magic Amber), RGBI (Red, Green, Blue with *Magic Amber and Intensity) control modes, and
a dynamic Variable Effects Engine integrated in software which gives the lighting designer full control over colour and
effects combinations.
Two DMX controlled power supplies are available. The Color Block PSU 05B features 1 XLR4 output with a maximum
capacity of 5 daisy chained Color Block 2 fixtures and the Color Block PSU 30 features 6 XLR4 outputs with a
maximum capacity of 5 daisy chained Color Block 2 fixtures for each output. See full PSU 05B and PSU 30 manuals
for control details.
2. Safety
Caution
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Caution
1. This product is for professional use only. It is NOT intended for domestic or outdoor use.
2. The bright flash of light during power up may cause epileptic seizure.
3. Continuous strobe in the effects may cause epileptic seizure.
4.
This product must be used with safety cable.
3. Cabling
Connect power and control data from the power supply unit through the XLR 4 pin cable system. Pin 1 = 0VDC, pin 2
= control minus, pin 3 = control plus, pin 4 = +48VDC. The chassis should be ground bonded. A maximum of 5
daisy chained Color Block 2 fixtures can be connected to one output. Return lines are not required, the total cable
length of each chain must not exceed 60m/ ~200ft, and the cable for each adjacent units must not exceed 20m.
PSU-30 PSU-05B
4. Fixings
1. Integrated connection system: Connect two fixtures together by mating the two protruding pins from one fixture
into the keyhole slots of the other fixture. Slide the fixtures together and align to get past the extended catch
plate. Use the butterfly latch to secure the fixtures together tightly (maximum 5 units together).
2. Batten bracket kit for up to 5 fixtures: Used for floor mounting, direct wall mounting and truss mounting in
conjunction with hook clamps or half couplers.
3. Yoke kit for single fixture: used for floor mounting direct wall mounting and truss mounting in conjunction with
hook clamps or half couplers.
4. Dual mode yoke kit for single fixture: combines the function of the single yoke and the batten bracket.
5. Blinder frame for 4 fixtures: consists of end plates with two complete sets of fixture fixing holes. 1
st
set holds
the fixtures closely together ensuring equal centres for all 16 cells. 2
nd
set are adjustable to allow the blocks to
be splayed out at varying angles.
6. Hinge kit: used to fit between 2 blocks and offer an angle adjustment of 180deg. If used in multiples, unique
shapes can be achieved such as hexagons, octagons etc.
7. Wall bracket for single fixture: used to fix a single block to a wall or set piece. Keyhole slots are provided for
vertical or horizontal fixing.
5. Control
The Color Block 2 is controlled via ANSI E1.11 USITT DMX512 A through the power supply, which can be set to
operate in 16 control modes by selecting “CB2” under “System” in the “Control Menu”. Single cell, block grouped and
all grouped outputs are available in 5 control options: FxHSI, HSI, RGB (with *Magic Amber), RGBA, RGBI (with *Magic
Amber), pre programmed looks and standalone effects. See relevant PSU user manual for full details.
Color Block PSU-05B Color Block PSU-30
Mode Ch
ChCh
Ch
Group
GroupGroup
Group
Description
DescriptionDescription
Description
Ch
ChCh
Ch
Group
GroupGroup
Group
Description
DescriptionDescription
Description
1 67 Variable 7FX + 20xHSI 367 Variable 7FX + 120xHSI
2 60 Cell 20xHSI 360 Cell 120xHSI
3 60 Cell 20xRGB 360 Cell 120xRGB
4 21 Block 6FX + 5xHSI 96 Block 6FX + 30xHSI
5 15 Block 5xHSI 90 Block 30xHSI
6 15 Block 5xRGB 90 Block 30xRGB
7 9 All 6FX + HSI 9 All 6FX + HSI
8 3 All HSI 3 All HSI
9 3 All RGB 3 All RGB
10 80 Cell 20xRGBA 480 Cell 120xRGBA
11 80 Cell 20xRGBI(*Magic Amber) 480 Cell 120xRGBI(*Magic Amber)
12 20 Block 5xRGBA 120 Block 30xRGBA
13 20 Block 5xRGBI(*Magic Amber) 120 Block 30xRGBI(*Magic Amber)
14 4 All RGBA 4 All RGBA
15 4 All RGBI (*Magic Amber) 4 All RGBI(*Magic Amber)
16 1 Any Look Select 1 All Look Select
1. 3 Channel HSI (Hue, Saturation and Intensity): 2 colour channels for hue (255 colours) and saturation, and a
separate intensity channel.
2. 3 Channel RGB (Red, Green and Blue with *Magic Amber): 3 colour channels that directly affect the intensity of
the corresponding LED.
3. 3 channel RGB(A) + 1 intensity channel (Red, Green, Blue with *Magic Amber and Intensity): 3 control channels
directly affecting the intensity of the corresponding LED, and 1 channel affecting the intensity of all RGB(A)
channels.
4. 4 channel RGBA (Red, Green, Blue and Amber): 4 control channels directly affecting the intensity of the
corresponding LED.
5. Internal FX engine: The Color Block PSUs feature internal FX engine with 7 variable parameters. See full PSU
05B and PSU 30 manuals for control details.
Channel description for mode 1, 4 & 7:
Mode 1 Mode 4/7 Effects Description
Ch 1 Grouping variable grouping facility to run FX between / within groups
Ch 2 Ch 1 Colour Speed variable speed of colour scrolling
Ch 3 Ch 2 Colour Fan variable fan of colour between / within groups
Ch 4 Ch 3 Colour Range variable limit of spectrum range for colour scrolling
Ch 5 Ch 4 Colour Step variable control of smoothness of colour scrolling
Ch 6 Ch 5 Intensity Effects wide selection of intensity fading and snapping effect
Ch 7 Ch 6 Intensity Fan variable fan of intensity effects
Note: All internal FX are referenced back to the group base HSI colour and intensity levels.
* Magic Amber is t e term used for t e unit's ability to bring in amber w en mixing colors t at require it wit t e
use of only 3 control c annels.
6. Further Information
Please refer to the Chroma Q Color Block 2 manual for more detailed information. A copy of the manual can be found
at the Chroma Q website – www.chroma q.com – under Support.
