COLORKINETICS ColorBurst 6 User manual

Introduction
Welcome to a more colorful world brought to you by Color Kinetics
and Chromacore®, our patented core technologies that generate
and control millions of colors and a variety of lighting effects using
a microprocessor to control LEDs. This guide contains important
information about installing and operating your new ColorBurst™ 6
safely.
Included in this box:
• ColorBurst 6 with accessory attachment ring
• 1-Accessory attachment spring
• 4-Screws, Phillips, 8-32 standard with color matched screw caps
for indoor junction box installations.
• 4-Screws, Phillips pan head, 10-24, stainless steel, for outdoor
junction box installations.
•1-Gasket for outdoor junction box installations.
• Allen wrench
• Warranty and Registration cards
• Installation Guide
Additional items needed:
• 4” Electrical junction box (rated for your application) with 3.5-
inch center to center mounting, or ColorBurst base (Item# 116-
000005) for indoor applications
• 18AWG, 3-conductor, stranded wire cable (when not using base)
• Wire nuts
• 24VDC power supply - PDS-150e (Item# 109-000008-01)
• Controller - Color Kinetics or DMX compatible
• Color Kinetics Zapi (Item# 103-000005-00, US/103-000005-01, EU)
or Serial Addressing Software (SAS)
Scope of This User Guide
The goal of this user guide is to explain in an easily understood lan-
guage the necessary steps to install ColorBurst 6 and assure peak per-
formance. Its intended use is for reference only, by persons who are
fully qualified. This document should never be considered a substitute
for any provisions of a regulation or state and/or local code.
Identification and Warnings of Safety Hazards
In accordance with ANSI MH29.1 the following system of identify-
ing the severity of the hazards associated with the products is used:
“DANGER” Imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
“WARNING” Potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
“CAUTION” Potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury or property damage.
DANGER: Ensure that the main power supply is off before installing
or wiring ColorBurst 6 and PDS-150e power supply. Failure to
adhere to these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: ColorBurst 6 and PDS-150e power supply must be
installed by a qualified professional in accordance with NEC and
relevant local codes. Failure to comply can result in death, serious
injury, or property damage.
WARNING: Do not attempt to install or use ColorBurst 6 or PDS-150e
until you read and understand the installation instructions and safety
labels. Failure to adhere to these instructions could result in serious
injury or property damage.
WARNING: Do not use ColorBurst 6 if the power cables are dam-
aged. Doing so can result in death, serious injury, and property
damage.
CAUTION: ColorBurst 6 has no serviceable parts. Do not attempt to
open the fixture. Doing so will result in property damage and void
the warranty.
CAUTION: Do not use sharp tools near or on the fixture lens. Doing
so will result in property damage and void the warranty.
CAUTION: Do not hot swap. Ensure the power supply is off before
connecting or disconnecting fixtures. Hot swapping will result in
property damage and void the warranty.
NOTE: The instructions and precautions set forth in this user guide
are not necessarily all-inclusive, all conceivable, or relevant to all
applications as Color Kinetics cannot anticipate all conceivable or
unique situations.
Owner/User Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of the contractor, installer, purchaser, owner,
and user to install, maintain, and operate ColorBurst 6 in such a
manner as to comply with all state and local laws, ordinances, regu-
lations, and the American Standard Institution Safety Code.
Plan the Installation
The nature of ColorBurst 6 installation requires planning to ensure a
timely, successful installation with minimal complications and down
time.
Planning suggestions
When planning ColorBurst 6 installation, Color Kinetics suggests
doing the following:
• Consult an Electrical Inspector to approve all wiring plans.
• Refer to local and state codes for installation compliance.
• Create a Mapping Grid. Use this grid to record serial numbers for
easy reference and addressing.
• Create a Layout Plan drawing, per Lighting Designer or Architect.
• Employ Color Kinetics Application Engineering Services.
• Get detailed wiring diagrams and additional support from
http://support.colorkinetics.com.
Installation considerations
When creating your installation plan, consider the following:
• Location of PDS-150e in relationship to lights. The maximum cable
length for a ColorBurst 6 fixture is 60 feet. Therefore, the PDS-
150e must be located within 60 feet of the furthermost supported
fixture.
• Location of fixture and method of mounting. ColorBurst 6 can be
installed indoors or outdoors on walls, ceilings, or floors. Junction
boxes and mounting methods vary according to location.
• Record the serial numbers and identify lights as you unpack the
fixtures.
• Install and wire PDS-150e power/data supplies before installing
ColorBurst 6 fixtures. Refer to the PDS-150e Installation Guide.
Installing ColorBurst 6
Steps to a successful installation
1. Record serial numbers and identify fixtures as you unpack them.
2. Address the fixtures.
3. Install the power/data supplies.
4. Install ColorBurst 6 fixtures.
5. Connect power and data.
Record Serial Numbers
1. As you unpack the fixtures record the serial numbers.
Each ColorBurst 6 has a unique serial number programmed at
the time of manufacture.
2. Write the serial numbers onto a Mapping Grid or use a bar
code scanner along with Color Kinetics Serial Addressing
Software to record each serial number.
Color Kinetics Address Programmer software and instruction are
located at http://support.colorkinetics.com.
3. Using the Layout Plan, assign the fixture to a layout position in
the installation.
4. Using a weatherproof label, identify the fixtures installation posi-
tion based on the Layout Plan. Place the identifying label in an
inconspicuous location noting the order or placement in the instal-
lation. This step not only minimizes installation mistakes, but aids
in post-installation light show programming.
Addressing the Lights
Important: Before you begin the installation, consider the scope of
your lighting application and installation. Your ColorBurst 6 is set to
DMX address one at the factory. If your application requires other
addresses, set the DMX addresses before installing ColorBurst 6
using one of the following methods.
ZAPI: Use Color Kinetics Zapi to set the DMX address for each
fixture. Refer to the Zapi User Guide for step-by-step addressing
instructions.
PROGRAM: Use a PC with iPlayer 2, or a PC with Smart Jack 3 to
address the fixtures. Download the Address Programmer software
and instructions from www.colorkinetics/support.com.
Setting Individual Addresses:
1. With power disconnected, connect a single ColorBurst 6 to the
PDS-150e.
2. Attach the DMX interface (Zapi, iPlayer 2, or Smart Jack 3) to the
DMX IN port on the PDS-150e.
3. Connect power to the PDS-150e.
4. Use Zapi or Serial Addressing Software to set the light address.
5. Disconnect power and then disconnect the addressed ColorBurst
6 fixture.
6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 for each fixture.
7. After all fixtures are addressed, disconnect the DMX interface.
NOTE: To assign unique addresses to each ColorBurst 6, fixtures
must be addressed individually. Designate a PDS-150e as the
addressing power/data supply and address all fixtures before
installing them.
Setting the Same Address to Multiple Lights:
1. With power disconnected, connect up to six ColorBurst 6 fixtures
to the PDS-150e (one per terminal block).
2. Attach the Zapi to the DMX IN port on the PDS-150e.
3. Connect power to the PDS-150e.
4. Use Zapi to set the light addresses. All ColorBurst 6 fixtures con-
nected to the PDS-150e are addressed simultaneously.
NOTE: If you are using Serial Addressing Software, you must
address the fixtures individually.
5. Disconnect the DMX interface.
NOTE: For applications using multiple, daisy chained power sup-
plies, you can address all lights in the chain by attaching Zapi to
the first power supply in the series.
Install the PDS-150e Power/Data Supply
Following the Layout Plan, install the PDS-150e power/data supplies
according to state and local codes. Refer to the PDS-150e Installation
Guide for complete instructions.
Things to remember:
• ColorBurst 6 requires 24VDC provided by the PDS-150e.
• PDS-150e must be located within 60-feet of the ColorBurst 6 fix-
tures.
• Each PDS-150e supports six ColorBurst 6 fixtures.
• Consult a Electrical Inspector to approve all wiring plans.
WARNING: Ensure that power supply is off before wiring the PDS-
150e. Failure to do so can result in serious injuries or death.
Electrical Connections
After installing the PDS-150e, pull 18AWG, 3-conductor, stranded
wire cable from the power supply to the junction boxes for the fix-
tures. When using the ColorBurst base, pull base cable from fixture
location to PDS-150e.
Connect the cables to the PDS-150e snap-in connectors. Each PDS-
150e supports up to six ColorBurst 6 fixtures--one per terminal. See
Fig. 5 for acceptable installation configurations.
Color Kinetics Incorporated
10 Milk street, Suite 1100
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ITEM# 116-000004-00 (White)
116-000004-01 (Black)
116-000004-02 (Aluminum)
U.S. PATENTS 6,016,038, 6,150,774 AND 6,340,868
EUROPEAN PATENT 1,016,062
OTHER PATENTS PENDING
©2003 Color Kinetics Incorporated. All rights reserved. Chromacore, Color Kinetics,
the Color Kinetics logo, ColorBlast, ColorPlay, ColorScape, iColor, iColor Cove,
iPlayer, QuickPlay, and Smartjuice are registered trademarks, and Chromasic,
ColorBlaze, and ColorBurst are trademarks of Color Kinetics Incorporated.
PUB-000085-00 Rev. 01
Specifications subject to change without notice.
FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW
BACK VIEW
LOCKING PIVOTS
ACCESSORY RING
ACCESSORY RING
ATTACHMENT
SCREW CAPS
BASE (OPTIONAL)
SUPPORT ARM
POWER CABLE
Fig.1
ColorBurst 6
Light Fixture Detail
ColorBurst 6
INSTALLATION GUIDE

Connecting Power
WARNING: Ensure that power supply is off before wiring or connect-
ing fixtures to the PDS-150e. Failure to do so can result in serious
injuries or death.
CAUTION: Do not overload PDS-150e. Doing so will result in proper-
ty damage and void the warranty.
NOTE:Each ColorBurst 6 receives power directly from a power sup-
ply. See Fig. 3.
If using the ColorBurst Base, the 3-conductor cable is provided with
the following color-coded wires:
•Black = Com (ground, shield)
•White = Data
•Red = +24VDC
Wire each fixture to the provided connectors as illustrated in Fig. 2.
Snap connectors into connector terminals located in the PDS-150e.
CAUTION:When not using the base, you must provide 18AWG, 3-
conductor, stranded copper cable. Failure to provide the proper
cabling can result in damage to the fixture and void warranty
Install ColorBurst 6
This fixture shall be installed by a qualified professional in accor-
dance with NEC and relevant local codes for Class 2 power
sources.
WARNING:Power must be off before installing the ColorBurst 6.
ColorBurst 6 can be installed indoors or outdoors. Use an electrical
junction box rated for your application for wall and ceiling mounts.
Connecting the Fixtures
After pulling 3-conductor, stranded wire cable from the PDS-150e to
the indoor rated junction box, use wire nuts to connect the three
wire leads from the fixture.
Connect: Red to +24VDC
White to Data
Black to Common
NOTE: The fixture wire leads are 24-inches long and can be trimmed
as necessary. The Color connections must correspond to color con-
nections on the PDS-150e.
Indoor: Junction Box Mount
1. After wiring the fixtures, neatly tuck the conductors into the junc-
tion box.
2. Insert two fastening screws included with the ColorBurst 6
through the holes in the canopy assembly, then through the
mounting holes in junction box, and tighten. See Fig. 4
3. Cover screw heads and open canopy holes with screw caps.
Outdoor: Junction Box Mount
1. After wiring the fixtures, neatly tuck the conductors into the junc-
tion box.
2. Insert four fastening screws through the holes in the canopy
assembly, then through gasket, into the mounting holes in junction
box, and tighten. See Fig. 5
3. Cover screw heads with screw caps.
Note: Use the screws that came with the outdoor junction box. Do
not use the screws that came with the ColorBurst 6.
Aiming the fixture
Positioning the ColorBurst 6 is simple with the dual swivel, aim-and-
lock feature.
1. After installing and energizing the light,
rotate the fixture arm to the desired position.
2. Using the provided Allen wrench, tighten the
locking set screw located on the base to lock
the arm in place.
3. Rotate the fixture and lock it into place by
tightening the set screw located on the arm.
NOTE: Each swivel provides a 350˚turning
radius with hard stops to prevent over rotation.
CAUTION: Do not force hard stops to over
rotate. Doing so will damage the fixture and void the warranty.
CAUTION: Do not over tighten set screws.
Using Accessory Lenses
ColorBurst 6 is designed to accommodate louvers, filters, and lenses
with a maximum 6-inch outer diameter and up to 3/16-inch thick.
To install accessory louvers, filters, or lenses:
1. Remove the three attachment screws from the fixture housing. The
attachment ring will separate from the fixture housing.
2. A retention spring retains the accessory securely to the accessory
ring. Squeeze the spring to remove it from the ring.
3. Place the accessory into the ring.
4. Replace the spring to hold the accessory in place while reattach-
ing the ring to the housing.
5. Align the through holes on the accessory ring with the screw
holes on the fixture housing, ensuring the drain features align.
Replace the attachment screws. See Fig. 7
Important Information
Strobe Warning
There is some anecdotal evidence that strobe lighting may induce
epileptic symptoms in certain susceptible individuals, although no
associated product warnings have been issued by United States
government according to the Food and Drug Administration.
If strobe lights are used, some international regulatory agencies1rec-
ommend keeping flicker rates at or below four flashes per second
(as less of the flicker-sensitive population will then be at risk of an
attack). This flicker rate applies only to the overall output of any
group of lights in direct view. However, when more than one strobe
light is used, the flashes should be synchronized. End users should
also consider issuing a warning, alerting audience or viewers to the
presence of strobe lighting.
Temperature Monitoring
For protection from extreme temperatures, the ColorBurst 6 has been
designed with a temperature monitoring feature. If operating tempera-
tures rise to an unsafe level, a compensation circuit is triggered and the
ColorBurst 6 operation is interrupted causing the lights to turn dull red.
After 30 minutes the lights will auto-cycle and return to full intensity.
To prevent additional power shut-downs, determine the cause of the
overheating and correct the problem.
If any problems occur during usage, unplug the product immediately
and call or email:
Color Kinetics Technical Support Group:
1-888-FULL RGB or 617-423-9999 or
[email protected]
COLORBURST 6 SPECIFICATIONS
COLOR RANGE 16.7 million (24bit) additive RGB colors
Continuously variable intensity output range
SOURCE High intensity power LEDs
BEAM ANGLE 32˚beam angle
DATA INTERFACE Color Kinetics full line of controller products
PACKAGING Black, white, or aluminum powder coated
die cast aluminum housing
CONNECTORS Unified power and data cable
LISTINGS UL and CE listed
POWER REQUIREMENT 24VDC (25W)
SOURCE LIFE
Color Kinetics illumination products utilize high brightness LEDs as the illumination source. LED manu-
facturers predict LED life of up to 100,000 hours MTBF (mean time between failure), the standard
used by conventional lamp manufacturers to measure source life. However, like all light sources, LEDs
also experience lumen depreciation over time. So while LEDs can emit light for an extremely long peri-
od of time, MTBF is not the only consideration in determining useful life. LED lumen depreciation is
affected by numerous environmental conditions such as ambient temperature, humidity and ventilation.
Lumen depreciation is also affected by means of control, thermal management, current levels, and a
host of other electrical design considerations.
Color Kinetics systems are expertly engineered to optimize LED life when used under normal operating
conditions [ambient temperature: -4ºF to 104ºF (-20ºC to 40ºC), humidity: 0-95% non-condensing
humidity, adequate ventilation and air volume] and when operated using typical color-changing
effects. Long-term operation outside of these ranges or conditions, or at the upper limits of these
ranges or conditions, may subject the product to further degradation of the LED source life, or in
extreme cases, failure of internal components. Source life information is based on LED manufacturers'
data, as well as other third party testing.
U.S. AND FOREIGN PATENTS AND PATENTS PENDING
Color Kinetics Incorporated grants the purchaser of its lighting products and controllers a personal and
non-transferable license to use Chromacore®, its patented technology for networkable control of LED-
based color changing lighting fixtures for illumination, display and design. This license is granted only
by Color Kinetics Incorporated, and may not be transferred except by the grantor. The design, dupli-
cation, manufacture, or sale of other products using networkable control of LED-based color changing
lighting may be prohibited and is not licensed hereunder. Other patents pending.
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SCREW CAP
8-32 MOUNTING SCREW
INDOOR ELECTRICAL
JUNCTION BOX *
3.5" ON CENTER
MOUNTING HOLES
WALL/CEILING
*SHADED ITEMS NOT INCLUDED
Fig. 4
4-INCH OUTDOOR
ELECTRICAL
JUNCTION BOX *
WALL/CEILING
GASKET *
SCREW CAP
OUTDOOR
10-24 MOUNTING SCREW
*SHADED ITEMS NOT INCLUDED
Fig. 5
Power/Data Cable
18AWG/.823mm2CSA,
3-conductor, stranded copper
Maximum cable run from
150W Power/Data Supply
to Lights: 60 feet (18.3 m)
(Power/data cable for junction box-mount
provided by third party)
(60-foot power (18.3 m)/data cable
included with base.) (Junction box not included)
DMX OUT
REPEATER
DMX IN
ETHERNET
DMX
LOOP OUT
BLK
WHT
RED
AUX IN
BLK
WHT
RED
BLK
WHT
RED
BLK
WHT
RED
BLK
WHT
RED
BLK
WHT
RED
FUSE BLOCK
FUSE BLOCK FUSE BLOCK
100-240VAC
Color Kinetics
Controller
PDS-150e
Power/Data supply
CAT 5/RJ45
Data Cable
Maximum: Six ColorBurst 6 fixtures per PDS-150e power/data supply.
(One per terminal)
Note: Do not dais
y
-chain ColorBurst 6 fixtures.
Fig. 3
BLK
WHT
RED
COM
DATA
24V
Fig. 2
ACCESSORY RING
OPTICAL ACCESSORY*
RETENTION SPRING
ATTACHMENT SCREWS
*SHADED ITEMS NOT INCLUDED
DRAIN FEATURE
Fig. 7
350˚
350˚
Fig. 6