Iluminarc Colorist Pod 1Qa User manual

User Manual

Edition Notes
Colorist Pod 1Qa User Manual Rev. 1
Edition Notes
The Colorist Pod 1Qa User Manual Rev. 1 User Manual Rev. 1 includes a description, safety
precautions, and installation, programming, operation, and maintenance instructions for
the Colorist Pod 1Qa as of the release date of this edition in September 2015.
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However, ILUMINARC assumes no responsibility and specifically disclaims any
and all
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Document Revision
The Colorist Pod 1Qa User Manual Rev. 1 is the first
edition of this manual. Go to
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Copyright Notice
The entire content of this document, except where applicable and unless otherwise noted, is
solely owned by ILUMINARC, a wholly owned trademark of Chauvet & Sons, Inc.
Copyright 2015 ILUMINARC.
All rights reserved.
Electronically published by ILUMINARC in the United States of America.
Author
Date
Editor
Date
D. Couppe
09/04/15
M.Gregory
09/04/15

Table of Contents
Colorist Pod 1Qa User Manual Rev. 1 i
Table of Contents
1. Introduction ..........................................................................................................................1
What Is In The Box.................................................................................................................................. 1
Unpacking Instructions ............................................................................................................................ 1
Claims..............................................................................................................................................................1
Text Conventions..................................................................................................................................... 1
Safety Notes ............................................................................................................................................ 2
Personal Safety................................................................................................................................................2
Mounting and Installation.................................................................................................................................2
Power and Wiring.............................................................................................................................................2
Operation.........................................................................................................................................................2
2. Product Description.............................................................................................................3
Features................................................................................................................................................... 3
Additional Requirements..................................................................................................................................3
Product Overview .................................................................................................................................... 4
Product Dimensions................................................................................................................................. 5
3. Installation............................................................................................................................6
Mounting.................................................................................................................................................. 6
Orientation .......................................................................................................................................................6
Installation........................................................................................................................................................6
Procedure ........................................................................................................................................................6
AC Power................................................................................................................................................. 7
Power Consumption.........................................................................................................................................7
AC Plug............................................................................................................................................................7
DMX Linking ............................................................................................................................................ 8
DMX Connection..............................................................................................................................................8
IP65 DMX Cable Table ....................................................................................................................................8
DMX Personality ..............................................................................................................................................9
Controllers........................................................................................................................................................9
Ilumicode addresser/RDM2go........................................................................................................................10
4. Operation ............................................................................................................................11
ILUMICODE ADDRESSER ................................................................................................................... 11
Ilumicode Panel Description...........................................................................................................................11
Control Options...................................................................................................................................... 11
DMX Programming ................................................................................................................................ 11
DMX Personality ............................................................................................................................................11
DMX Starting Address....................................................................................................................................11
Static Colors...................................................................................................................................................12
Dimmer ..........................................................................................................................................................12
Color ..............................................................................................................................................................12
Whites Setting................................................................................................................................................12
Reset to Factory Settings...............................................................................................................................12
Ilumicode Menu Options........................................................................................................................ 13
RDM Menu Options............................................................................................................................... 13
DMX Values........................................................................................................................................... 14
DMX Values (Cont.)............................................................................................................................... 15

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5. Technical Information ........................................................................................................16
Product Maintenance............................................................................................................................. 16
Product Repairs..................................................................................................................................... 16
Photometrics.......................................................................................................................................... 17
LED Disclaimer...................................................................................................................................... 18
LED Life.........................................................................................................................................................18
LED Binning...................................................................................................................................................18
Color Rendering Index (CRI)..........................................................................................................................18
Return Procedure .................................................................................................................................. 19
Contact Us..............................................................................................................................19
6. Technical Specifications....................................................................................................20

Introduction
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1. Introduction
Critical
installation,
configuration, or
operation information.
Failure to comply with this
information may render the
product partially or
completely inoperative,
damage third-party
equipment, or cause harm
to the user
Important
installation or
configuration
information. Failure to
comply with this
information may prevent
the product from
functioning correctly.
Useful
information.
The term “DMX”
used throughout
this document
refers to the USITT
DMX512-A transmission
protocol.
What Is In The Box
•Colorist Pod 1Qa
•Mounting Spike
•IP65 Power Input/Output Cords with adapters
•IP65 Data Input/Output Cords with adapters
•Warranty Card
•Quick Reference Guide
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving a product from ILUMINARC, carefully unpack the carton. Check
the contents of the box to ensure that all parts are present and that they are in good condition.
Claims
The carrier is responsible for any damage incurred during shipping. Therefore, if the received
merchandise appears to have been damaged during shipping, the customer must submit the
damage report and any related claims to the carrier, not ILUMINARC. The customer must
submit the report upon receipt of the damaged merchandise. Failure to do so in a timely
manner may invalidate the customer’s claim with the carrier.
For other issues such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or
concealed damage, the customer must make claims to ILUMINARC within 7 days of
receiving the merchandise.
Text Conventions
Convention
Meaning
1–512
A range of values in the text
50/60
A set of mutually exclusive values in the text
<SET>
A button on the product’s control panel
Settings
A product function or a menu option
MENU > Settings
A sequence of menu options
1–10
A range of menu values from which to choose in a menu
Yes/No
A set of two mutually exclusive menu options in a menu
ON
A unique value to enter or select in a menu

Introduction
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There are no
user-serviceable
parts inside this
product. Any reference to
servicing you may find in
this User Manual will only
apply to properly certified
ILUMINARC technicians.
Do not open the housing
or attempt any repairs
unless you are certified to
do so.
Please refer to all
applicable local
codes and
regulations for the proper
installation of this product.
Keep this manual
for future
consultation. If
you sell this
product to another user,
make sure that they also
receive this manual.
In the unlikely
event that your
Colorist Pod 1Qa
may require service,
please contact
ILUMINARC Technical
Support.
Please consult
with an Iluminarc
Sales
Representative on the
suitableness of this
product for your
installation. Failure to
follow these guidelines or
the recommendations of
the Iluminarc Sales
Representative may result
in the product warranty
being rendered VOID and
any repair cost being the
sole responsibility of the
buyer.
Safety Notes
Please read all the following Safety Notes carefully because they include important
information on how to install, use, and maintain this product safely.
Personal Safety
•Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
•Always disconnect this product from its power source before servicing.
•Always connect this product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
•Do not touch this product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
Mounting and Installation
•This product is for indoor and limited outdoor use (IP65).
•Not for permanent outdoor installation in locations with extreme environmental
conditions. This includes, but is not limited to:
oExposure to a marine/saline environment (within 3 miles of a saltwater body
of water).
oWhere the normal high or low temperatures of the location exceed the
temperature ranges in this manual.
oLocations that are prone to flooding or being buried in snow.
oOther areas where the product will be subject to extreme radiation or caustic
substances.
•CAUTION: When transferring product from extreme temperature environments, (e.g.,
cold truck to warm humid ballroom) condensation may form on the internal electronics
of the product. To avoid causing a failure, allow product to fully acclimate to the
surrounding environment before connecting it to power.
•Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while it is operating.
•When hanging this product, always secure it to a fastening device using a safety cable
(not provided).
Power and Wiring
•To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use
completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
•Always make sure that you are connecting this product to the proper voltage, as per the
specifications in this manual or on the product’s sticker.
•Never connect this product to a dimmer pack.
•Make sure that the power input cable is not cracked, crimped, or damaged.
•Never disconnect this product by pulling on the power input cable.
Operation
•The maximum ambient temperature range is -20 °F to 110 °F (-29 °C to 43 °C). Do not
operate this product outside these temperatures.
•In case of a serious operating problem, stop using this product immediately!

Product Description
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2. Product Description
The Colorist Pod 1Qa is an LED wash light intended to light a variety of both indoor and
outdoor applications. The product consists of a cast aluminum body containing a power
supply, control unit, and an adjustable bracket. The DMX input and output is located on the
rear of the product.
Features
•1-, 4-, 5-, 6-, 7- or 10-channel RGBA quad-color LED wash product
•Operating personalities:
1-channel: Dimmer
4-channel: RGBA
5-channel: RGBA, dimmer
6-channel: RGBA, dimmer, strobe
7-channel: RGBA, dimmer, strobe, color macro, dimmer profile
10-channel: RGBA, dimmer, strobe, color macro, auto, speed, dimmer profile
•RGBA color mixing with or without DMX control
•Built-in automated programs via DMX
•Pre-programmed color macros
•Built-in color temperature presets
•Five distinct dimming curves
•Adjustable bracket
•Impact resistant glass lens cover
•Extruded aluminum, IP65 housing
Additional Requirements
•RDM2go (for product configuration)
or
•ILUMICODE addresser (for product configuration)

Product Description
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Product Overview
Mounting
Bracket
Power In
GORE Valve
DMX
In/Out
RGBA Quad-color LED
Front View
Rear View
Safety Loop

Product Description
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Product Dimensions
2.86 in
73 mm
6.85 in
174 mm
Rear View
Side View
2.98 in
76 mm
6.43 in
163 mm
16.93 in
430 mm
Spike View

Installation
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3. Installation
Make sure to mount
this product away
from any flammable
material as indicated in the
Safety Notes.
Not for permanent
outdoor installation
in locations with
extreme environmental
conditions.
Mounting
Before mounting this product, read and follow the safety recommendations indic
ated in the
Safety Notes.
Orientation
Always mount this product in a safe position,
making sure there is adequate room for ventilation,
configuration, and maintenance.
Installation
ILUMINARC recommends following the general guidelines below when mounting the
Colorist Pod 1Qa.
•When selecting an installation location, consider ease of access to the product for
operation, programming adjustments and routine maintenance.
•Not for permanent outdoor installation in locations with extreme environmental
conditions.
•Make sure the product’s mounting location can support its weight. See the Technical
Specifications for the weight requirement(s) of this product.
Procedure
The Colorist Pod 1Qa comes with a mounting bracket with a single M12 hole. Connect
clamps
for truss mounting, attach the included stake to mount in the ground or mount directly to
any flat
surface. Be sure that all mounting points are capable of supporting the weight of this product.
Mounting Clamp
Safety
Cable