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iColor Player
Product Guide

iColor Player Product Guide2
iColor Player
Compact, affordable, set-and-forget DMX Controller
• Set-and-forget operation — iColor Player starts
playing its light show as soon as power is applied.
Shows automatically loop, with no triggers or
additional conguration required.
• Controls a full DMX universe — iColor Player
controls one DMX universe of 512 DMX channels.
• Choose from six congurable eects — Use
ColorPlay 3 light show authoring software to select
from six eects, adjust eect settings such as color,
speed, and brightness, and download to iColor
Player.
• Download and play custom ColorPlay 3 light shows
— Use the fully customizable eects, multi-track
editing, timeline layering, and transition styles in
ColorPlay 3 to create a light show for a single DMX
universe, then download and play the show using
iColor Player.
• Download shows and apply power with a single USB
cable — Use the included USB cable to download
eects and light shows from a computer running
ColorPlay 3, then plug the cable into the included
USB power supply to apply power and start show
playback.
• Ultra-compact and lightweight — With a weight of
only 3.1 oz (87 g) and a small footprint, iColor Player
can be installed virtually anywhere.
• Generous, removable show storage — iColor Player
includes a removable 2 GB microSD card, generous
enough for storing a lengthy or complex ColorPlay 3
light show.
• Simple, consistent operation around the world
— Included power adaptors aord consistent
operation worldwide. A single CAT 5e or better cable
delivers data to xtures with no additional wiring
required.
iColor Player is a simple, highly compact, and affordable DMX control solution. iColor Player can
control a full DMX universe, and can play one of six configurable effects or a show authored in
ColorPlay 3, the timeline-based light show authoring software from Color Kinetics.
FPO
Controls a Full
DMX Universe
iColor Player controls
one DMX universe of
512 DMX channels.

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iColor Player Effects and Their Properties
Fixed Color Displays a single color on all xtures.
Base Color Use the Palette Editor to select specic color values
(RGB or HSB) and opacity
Color Wash Produces a smooth hue transition on all xtures
simultaneously, progressing through the color spectrum.
Duration Time (1 second to 1 day) for eect to complete one cycle
Reverse Direction Change apparent direction of eect (false /
true)
Saturation Set the color saturation of the eect, from 0 to 255
Intensity Set the brightness of the eect, from 0 to 255
Rainbow Wash Produces a smooth transition through the color
spectrum. Colors appear to follow each other from xture to
xture.
Width Set the width of the rainbow, from 1 – 170 nodes
Duration Time (1 second to 1 day) for eect to complete one cycle
Reverse Direction Change apparent direction of eect (false /
true)
Saturation Set the color saturation of the eect, from 0 to 255
Intensity Set the brightness of the eect, from 0 to 255
Chasing Creates bars of repeated color moving or “chasing” each
other in one direction.
Width Set the width of the rainbow, from 1 – 170 nodes
Palette Add or delete eect colors, from 2 to 6
Duration Time (1 second to 1 day) for all eect colors to transition
across all nodes
Reverse Direction Change apparent direction of eect (false /
true)
Fade Blends adjacent colors (true) or creates a sharp division
between adjacent colors (false)
Random Color Displays a sequence of random colors on all
xtures, either fading or snapping from color to color.
Duration Set the time each color is visible (1 second to 1 day)
Saturation Set the color saturation of the eect, from 0 to 255
Intensity Set the brightness of the eect, from 0 to 255
Fade Determine whether color transitions fade (true) or snap
(false)
Fixed White Displays white light on all xtures, with user-specied
color temperature.
Temperature Select cooler or warmer white light
Intensity Set the programmed brightness of the scene, from 0 to
255
Mode Select RGB for displaying white light on RGB xtures. Select
iW for displaying white light on iW xtures. (Refer to “Controlling
Two- and Three-Channel iW Fixtures” for more information.)

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Specications
Due to continuous improvements and innovations, specifications may change
without notice.
iColor Player
.5 in
(12.7 mm)
2.4 in
(60.9 mm)
.2 in
(5 mm)
.17 in
(4.3 mm)
.4 in
(10.1 mm)
.6 in
(15 mm)
1.25 in
(31.7 mm)
2.92 in
(74 mm)
3.1 in
(78.7 mm)
1 in
(25.4 mm)
3.5 in
(88.9 mm)
Item Specication Details
Electrical Input Voltage 100 – 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz, 5 W output
Control Computer Interface USB 2.0
Capability
Supported LED Nodes
or Fixtures 512 DMX channels (one DMX universe)
Data Storage Removable microSD card (2 GB card included)
Playback Output One looping congurable eect or ColorPlay 3 light show
Physical
Dimensions
(Width x Depth x Height) 3.5 x 3.1 x 1 in (89 x 79 x 25 mm)
Weight 3.1 oz (87 g)
Housing Black polycarbonate
Connector / Cable RJ45 Port, CAT 5e or better data cable (not included)
Temperature Ranges
14° – 104° F (-10° – 40° C) Operating
14° – 104° F (-10° – 40° C) Startup
-40° – 176° F (-40° – 80° C) Storage
Humidity 0 – 95%, non-condensing
Certication
and Safety
Certication UL / cUL, FCC Class B, CE, CQC, C-Tick
Environment Dry Location, IP20

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Use Item Number when ordering in North America.
Item Item Number 12NC
iColor Player 103-000027-00 910503702003
iColor Player
Included in the box
iColor Player
Software CD
6 ft (1.8 m) USB cable
USB power supply
(4) interchangeable USB power adaptors
(2) Phillips pan-head 8-32 x 1/2 in wood screws
Installation Instructions
USB power adaptors support
consistent operation world-
wide.
Typical iColor Player installation

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Installation
iColor Player can be installed in any DMX lighting installation using power /
data supplies and LED lighting fixtures from Color Kinetics. When powered up,
iColor Player automatically transmits a pre-configured effect or custom light
show to all LED lighting fixtures in your installation.
iColor Player connects to power with the included USB power supply and
power adaptors. You can use the included 6 ft (1.8 m) USB cable to connect to
a computer running ColorPlay 3 light show authoring software for configuring
effects and downloading shows.
Owner / User Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of the contractor, installer, purchaser, owner, and user to
install, maintain, and operate iColor Player in such a manner as to comply with
all applicable codes, state and local laws, ordinances, and regulations. Consult
with the appropriate electrical inspector to ensure compliance.
Prepare the Installation
iColor Player connects to a standard power outlet with the included USB power
supply and interchangeable USB power adapters. For convenience, you can
connect iColor Player to a computer running ColorPlay 3 light show authoring
and configuration software using the included 6 ft (1.8 m) USB cable without
disconnecting iColor Player from the lighting network.
Although it is ultra-compact and unobtrusive, you should position iColor
Player near a power source, and in a location where you can easily connect
a computer running ColorPlay 3 software for downloading light shows or
configuring effects. You can optionally mount iColor Player to a surface using
the included wood screws or other suitable mounting hardware.
By default, iColor Player plays a Color Wash effect with a cycle of 30 seconds.
You can change the effect, modify effects, or download a custom ColorPlay 3
light show using ColorPlay 3 software. For light shows that display different
light output on different lighting fixtures or nodes simultaneously, connected
lights must be configured and addressed properly.
iColor Player includes a removable 2 GB microSD card, generous enough for
storing a lengthy or complex ColorPlay 3 light show. You can save ColorPlay 3
light shows or iColor Player eect congurations via iColor Player or any other
SD card writer.
Inspect iColor Player and
Accessories
Carefully inspect the box containing iColor Player and the contents for any
damage that may have occurred in transit.
ERefer to the iColor Player
Installation Instructions for specific
warning and caution statements.
iColor Player Effects
Fixed Color
Random Color
Fixed White
Chasing
Rainbow Wash
Color Wash

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Mount and Connect iColor Player
Make sure the power is OFF before mounting and connecting iColor Player.
1. Mount iColor Player using the two included Phillips pan-head 8-32 x 1/2
in wood screws, or other mounting hardware suitable for the mounting
surface. Make sure to leave enough room to connect the included USB cable
for power or conguration, and a CAT 5e or better data cable
2. Choose the power adaptor appropriate for your region and attach it to the
USB power supply.
USB in to power
source or computer
running ColorPlay 3
CAT 5e or better
out to DMX power
/ data supply and
fixtures
North America Europe
Australia /
China
UK

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3. Plug the USB power supply into power.
4. Connect the USB cable.
5. Connect iColor Player to a DMX power / data supply or Data Enabler Pro
device using a CAT 5e or better cable with an RJ-45 connector.
By default, iColor Player automatically plays a Color Wash eect with an
interval of 30 seconds on all connected lights. Refer to “Conguring Eects and
Light Shows” for information on how to change the eect, modify an eect, or
download a custom ColorPlay 3 light show.
CAT 5e or better
out to DMX power
/ data supply and
fixtures

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Conguring iColor Player Effects
and Light Shows
With ColorPlay 3 light show authoring and configuration software, you can
modify iColor Player effects or author your own custom light show, then
download the effect or show to iColor Player. iColor Player automatically
plays the downloaded show when powered up and connected to the lighting
network.
Installing ColorPlay 3 Software
Install ColorPlay 3 v. 1.11 or higher software on a Mac or Windows PC with the
included CD, then connect the computer to your lighting network.
► To install ColorPlay 3 v. 1.11 or higher software:
1. Insert the included CD into a drive on a Mac or Windows computer.
2. Navigate to the folder containing the ColorPlay 3 installation les, and
start the installation.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the ColorPlay 3 software.
Connecting to iColor Player from ColorPlay 3
To use ColorPlay 3 to modify and download effects and custom shows to iColor
Player, you must connect iColor Player to a computer running ColorPlay 3
software.
► To connect to iColor Player from ColorPlay 3:
1. If necessary, disconnect the USB cable from the USB power supply.
2. Connect the USB cable to a USB port on a Windows or Mac computer
running ColorPlay 3.
3. From the drop-down list at the top of the Conguration layer within
ColorPlay 3, select iColor Player.
ETo ensure proper operation, accept all
prompts for installing drivers that may appear
during the installation process.
EFor best results, we recommend connecting
iColor Player directly to the USB port on a
computer, not via a USB hub.
EYou can also download ColorPlay 3 software
from the Color Kinetics website, at www.
colorkinetics.com/support/colorplay3/. Save the
download to an accessible location on your
computer, then follow the on-screen instructions
to install the software.

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4. Click Connect. If the connection is successful, the Conguration layer
displays “Connected.”
Modifying, Downloading, and Playing Shows
and Effects
By default, iColor Player is congured to play the built-in Color Wash eect with
an interval of 30 seconds. In addition, the installed microSD card contains a
show, DEFAULT.SHO, which plays a Chasing Rainbow eect with a 10-second
duration.
When connected to iColor Player from ColorPlay 3, you can use the
Conguration tab to modify eect settings, download a custom show, and
change what iColor Player plays (the current eect settings, the downloaded
show, or nothing).
► To modify built-in eect settings and play the modied eect:
1. Click the Controller Settings tab.
2. If currently set to play the rendered show or nothing, double-click the Play
property’s value, select Eect from the drop-down list, and press Enter.
3. Double-click the Effect property’s value, and select the effect you want
to use from the drop-down list (Fixed Color, Color Wash, Rainbow Wash,
Chasing, Random Color, or Fixed White). Effect properties vary depending
on which effect you select.
4. Modify the effect properties as desired. (Refer to “iColor Player Effects and
Their Properties” on the following page for details.)
5. When you’ve finished modifying effect properties, click the Copy
Configuration to Controller button to download the effect settings to
iColor Player.
EDo not disconnect iColor Player
from the computer when connected
to ColorPlay 3, or the system will not
function properly. Instead, click the
Disconnect button on the Conguration
tab to disconnect ColorPlay 3 from
iColor Player., then disconnect iColor
Player from the computer.
Example configuration panel for the Chasing
effect
Copy Conguration To Controller button

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iColor Player Effects and Their Properties
Fixed Color Displays a single color on all xtures.
Base Color Use the Palette Editor to select specic color values
(RGB or HSB) and opacity
Color Wash Produces a smooth hue transition on all xtures
simultaneously, progressing through the color spectrum.
Duration Time (1 second to 1 day) for eect to complete one cycle
Reverse Direction Change apparent direction of eect (false /
true)
Saturation Set the color saturation of the eect, from 0 to 255
Intensity Set the brightness of the eect, from 0 to 255
Rainbow Wash Produces a smooth transition through the color
spectrum. Colors appear to follow each other from xture to
xture.
Width Set the width of the rainbow, from 1 – 170 nodes
Duration Time (1 second to 1 day) for eect to complete one cycle
Reverse Direction Change apparent direction of eect (false /
true)
Saturation Set the color saturation of the eect, from 0 to 255
Intensity Set the brightness of the eect, from 0 to 255
Chasing Creates bars of repeated color moving or “chasing” each
other in one direction.
Width Set the width of the rainbow, from 1 – 170 nodes
Palette Add or delete eect colors, from 2 to 6
Duration Time (1 second to 1 day) for all eect colors to transition
across all nodes
Reverse Direction Change apparent direction of eect (false /
true)
Fade Blends adjacent colors (true) or creates a sharp division
between adjacent colors (false)
Random Color Displays a sequence of random colors on all
xtures, either fading or snapping from color to color.
Duration Set the time each color is visible (1 second to 1 day)
Saturation Set the color saturation of the eect, from 0 to 255
Intensity Set the brightness of the eect, from 0 to 255
Fade Determine whether color transitions fade (true) or snap
(false)
Fixed White Displays white light on all xtures, with user-specied
color temperature.
Temperature Select cooler or warmer white light
Intensity Set the programmed brightness of the scene, from 0 to
255
Mode Select RGB for displaying white light on RGB xtures. Select
iW for displaying white light on iW xtures. (Refer to “Controlling
Two- and Three-Channel iW Fixtures” for more information.)

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6. Disconnect ColorPlay 3 from iColor Player by clicking Disconnect at the top
of the Configuration tab.
7. To play the modified effect, connect the iColor Player USB cable to the USB
power supply, and plug it into a power outlet.
►To download and play a custom ColorPlay 3 light show:
1. Create a single-universe light show in ColorPlay 3. Refer to the ColorPlay 3 User
Guide for complete details.
2. Click the Conguration tab.
3. Select the show le you want to download to iColor Player from the Show Files
in Project list. (Do not select and download multiple shows, as iColor Player
stores one show at a time.)
4. Click the Copy Selected Show to Controller button.
5. The selected show is downloaded to iColor Player, and appears in the Files on
Controller list. (Note that the new show overwrites the previously stored show.)
6. To play the downloaded show, disconnect ColorPlay 3 from iColor Player by
clicking Disconnect at the top of the Configuration tab.
► TocongureiColorPlayertoplaynothing(turnxturesoff):
1. Click the Controller Settings tab.
2. Double-click the Play property’s value, select Nothing from the drop-down list,
and press Enter.
3. Click the Copy Configuration to Controller button to download the effect
settings to iColor Player.
4. To play nothing, disconnect ColorPlay 3 from iColor Player by clicking
Disconnect at the top of the Configuration tab.
Using the Color Palette
The Fixed Color and Chasing effects feature a color palette editor with which you can
select specic colors using a color eld, the RGB (red / green / blue) color model, or
the HSB (hue / saturation / brightness) color model.
The currently selected color is identied by a color point (a white dot) on the color
eld. You can change the currently selected color by dragging the white dot to a new
location on the color eld, or by using the RGB and HSB sliders, in any combination.
EYou can download the ColorPlay 3 User
Guide (PDF) from www.colorkinetics.com/ls/
controllers/icolorplayer/
Copy Selected Show To Controller button
EKeep in mind that when you download a
show to iColor Player, it overwrites the show
currently stored on iColor Player.

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The Chasing eect also features a color bar with which you can add, delete, and
change the colors used in the eect:
• To add a color to the Chasing eect, click the + icon at the right of the color
bar (maximum of six colors).
• To delete a color from eect, right-click a color swatch in the color bar and
select Delete Color from the pop-up menu (minimum of two colors).
• To modify a Chasing color, click a color swatch in the color bar to display the
current color settings. Use any combination of the color eld, RGB sliders,
and HSB sliders to select a new color.
Controlling Two- and Three-Channel iW Fixtures
Two-channel iW xtures, such as iW Graze Powercore and iW Blast Powercore,
use one channel of warm white LEDs and one channel of cool white LEDs to
produce a range of color temperatures. Three-channel xtures, such as iW Cove
MX Powercore and iW Blast Powercore, add a channel of neutral white LEDs for
greater precision in color temperature and color mixing.
For compatibility with two-channel iW xtures, three-channel xtures are
congured to accept two channels of data input by default. If a three-channel
iW xture has been congured to operate in three-channel mode, use QuickPlay
Pro addressing and conguration software to put the xtures in two-channel
mode before using the Fixed White eect. The two channels of data input are
automatically mapped to the xture’s three LED channels.
To control the light output of three-channel iW xtures in three-channel mode,
use the Fixed Color eect, or author a custom show in ColorPlay 3. The warm
channel maps to Red, the neutral channel to Green, and the cool channel to
Blue.
Color Bar
Color Field
Favorites list
Add to Favorites button
Brightness slider
EYou can download QuickPlay
Pro software and the Addressing
and Conguration Guide from
www.colorkinetics.com/support/
addressing/

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Replacing the microSD Card
iColor Player includes a removable 2 GB microSD card, generous enough
for storing a lengthy or complex ColorPlay 3 light show. You can replace the
included microSD card with any microSD card of 4 GB or smaller.
► To replace the microSD card:
1. Disconnect iColor Player from power.
2. Turn iColor Player over, and slide the cover o of the microSD card slot.
3. Press the microSD card to disengage it from its slot.
4. Slide the microSD card out of its slot.
5. Insert the new microSD card in the slot.
6. Slide the microSD card slot cover back into place.
7. Reconnect iColor Player to power.

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Updating iColor Player Firmware
iColor Player rmware is periodically updated to improve device performance
and functionality. To maximize system performance, make sure your iColor
Player devices are running the most recent version of the firmware.
Download iColor Player Firmware
If a more recent version of the iColor Player firmware is available, download
the firmware file (.bin extension):
1. Visit the Firmware Updates page at www.colorkinetics.com/support/
downloads/rmware/ to check for the latest rmware version.
2. If a newer rmware image is available, click the link on the Firmware
Updates page to download the rmware le to an accessible location on
your computer.
Download CK Firmware Updater
To update the firmware image on a iColor Player device, you must download
and install the CK Firmware Updater application on your computer.
1. Visit the Firmware Updates page at www.colorkinetics.com/support/
downloads/rmware/
2. Download the Firmware Updater Utility.
3. Decompress the le to an accessible location on your computer and open it.
4. Run the installer, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Running an iColor Player Firmware Update
You can update iColor Player firmware using a computer running CK Firmware
Updater software.
EYou can check the version
number of the firmware currently
installed on iColor Player at the
top of the Configuration tab in
ColorPlay 3.

1. Connect a computer to iColor Player using the controller’s USB cable.
2. Run CK Firmware Updater.
3. From the Interface Select drop-down list, select USB.
4. From Device Select drop-down list, select iColor Player.
5. Click File Select, navigate to the folder to which you downloaded the rmware le
(.bin extension), and click Open.
6. Click Connect. CK Firmware Updater connects to iColor Player.
8. Click PROGRAM.

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