Rainbow Colour Changers PRO Series User manual

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SHORT REFERENCE
PRO SERIES
6“, 8“, 12“, 15“ and 8-Lite
PRO

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C
Cu ut tt ti in ng g G Ge el ls s P PR RO O R Ra an ng ge e
Colour Changer Measurement A Measurement B Measurement C Measurement D
6” PRO 220 mm 168 mm 265 mm 71,5 mm
8” PRO 280 mm 228 mm 325 mm 101,5 mm
12” PRO 370 mm 318 mm 415 mm 146,5 mm
15” PRO 560 mm 410 mm 660 mm 192,5 mm
8-Lite PRO 560 mm 640 mm 660 mm 307,5 mm
Leader/Trailer length = Measure C
Frame length = Measure A
Frame height = Measure B Frame height = Measure B
Measure D Measure D

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Location of LED-display and DMX ports
LED-Display and DMX ports
Opening the unit
Place the unit lying on its back on a table with the scroller front facing up and the display facing you.
Open the lid of the unit by pressing the spring-loaded locking pins on each side and lifting the lid upwards as shown in the figure .

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Scroll load and power up the Scroller
Loading the gel string:
The gel string has to be cut exactly to the measurements for the
scroller for proper operation. The delivered Gel Attachment Pins
should be fixed at the beginning and the end.
The heat resistant tape for connecting the single colour frames has to be on the side which turns away from the luminaire. The Colour Changer
should be placed opened (see „Opening the scroller“), with the display facing you. Connect the scroller with the power supply and switch it on.
Step Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
( Turn on the power '( Actual software-version (example)
%$( Type of the unit (example)
$
))
Alternating with the number of frames
( ,Press $$$$ Scroller drives to the home position
$"# When it is at its home position
( Insert the colour
string
Lay down the gel string on the right hand side of the scroller, so that the
string is aligned between the flanges of the right roll. Please note that the
colour string is running between the leaders at the side of the rolls. Turn
the left roll until the slot faces upwards.

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Slide the pin of the start gel leader into the slot of the left roll
(B) and centre the colour string in the middle of the roll (C), so
that the leaders at the side of the rolls do not have any touch with the colour string.
Fix the edges of the colour string with the help of the heat resistant tape.
Step Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
( +Press %$ Gel string rolls forward
( *Press %$ Gel string rolls back
(
At the end position tension the
roll and fix the gel string
Stop when the end gel string trailer is over the right roll. Pull the end gel string trailer lightly to tighten the wound up gels on the right roll.
have to tension the right roll.

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Depending on the number of single frames, you have to tension the right roll:
For 6“, 8“ and 12“ PRO Colour Changer:
2 – 21 colours = 6 full turns
21 – 25 colours = 7 full turns (for the 12“ PRO)
21 – 33 colours = 7 full turns
For 15“ and 8-Lite PRO Colour Changer:
11 – 16 colours = 18 full turns
17 – 20 colours = 20 full turns
21 – 25 colours = 20 full turns
Tension the right roll by turning it anti-clock-wise. After the correct quantity of full turns hold the roll (the slot has to face up) and fix the
colour string by attaching the gel attachment pin into the slot of the right roll. Release the roll carefully and check with the help of rolling
forward and back with the following keys *+the correct guide of the colour string. Now fix the edges of the gel string with the heat
resistant tape.
The automatic pre-calibration and the pre-run of the colour string follows at this point. This is necessary for a precise rolling-up, because the
Colour Changer automatically calculates the number of colour frames.
Step Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
( ,Press %'# Flashing
( ,Press  Pre-calibration is running
( End of pre-calibration %#()%#( Counts pre-run 1-15 (F)
,Press %#(. Early interruption of the pre-runs
(possible from the 6. pre-run)
( End of pre-run  Calibration is running
End of calibration )..) Amount of the colour frames
+Press (if the calculated number of
colour frames is wrong)
)..) Reduces the amount of colours
(max. 2 possible)
*Press (if the calculated number of
colour frames is wrong)
)..) Raises the amount of colours
(max. 2 possible)
( ,Press )..) Confirm
(... Level display of the colour channel
(  Start address
End of the loading procedure

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Load the colour string (overall view):
Step Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
( $
)..)
Alternating
General adjustment of the not loaded
Scroller
( ,Press $$$$ Scroller is running to the start position
$"# When arriving at the start position
( Insert the gel string
( +Press %$ Gel string runs forward
( *Press %$ Gel string runs back
(
Gel string at the end position:Tension
the roll and fix the gel string
( ,Press %'# Flashing
( ,Press  Running of the pre-calibration
( End of pre-calibration %#()%#(

Counts pre-run 1-15 (F)
,Press %#(. Early interruption of the pre-runs
(possible from the 6. pre-run)
( End of pre-run  Running of the calibration
End of calibration )..) Number of the colour frames
+Press (if the calculated number of
colour frames is wrong)
)..) Reduces the amount of colours
(max. 2 possible)
*Press (if the calculated number of
colour frames is wrong)
)..) Raises the amount of colours
(max. 2 possible)
( ,Press )..) Confirm
(  Start address
End of the loading procedure
If the length of the gel string is incorrect, the scroller will show a wrong quantity of calculated colour frames. You will find the correct
measurements of the single colour frames for each PRO Colour Changer on page 2.

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Start address
Addressing:
The start address always refers to the colour change. You can adjust the channels for fan- and motor-remote control individually.
Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
,Press and hold until ... Flashing
+ Press or hold ... Count downwards
*Press or hold ... Count upwards
,Press ... Confirmation of new address
-Return to the prior menu
Gel positioning
Full- and Halfcolour mode (Frame by Frame):
Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
-+++ Press in succession (.
Mode Colour mode
( Out (free positioning)
( Halfcolour mode
( Fullcolour mode
Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
,Press (. Flashing
+ Press (. Count modes downwards
*Press (. Count modes upwards
,Press (. Confirmation of new mode
-Return to the prior menu
A dot running from left to right within the address display indicates fullcolour mode.The halfcolour
mode will be indicated by a dot sequence (1-2) within the address display.
Different modes are possible

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Fan control
Adjustment of fan speed:
Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
-+ Press in succession #(.
Mode Fan speed
#( Out
#( Low
#( Half
#( Full
#( Speed is adjustable via DMX
Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
,Press #(. Flashing
+ Press #(. Counts modes downwards
*Press #(. Counts modes upwards
,Press #(. Confirmation of new mode
-Return to the prior menu
Adjustment of the DMX-address for fan speed:
Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
#(
,Press (... Flashing
+ Press (... Counts downwards
*Press (... Counts upwards
,Press #( Confirmation of new mode
-Return to the prior menu
Different modes are possible

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Motor control
Adjustment of motor speed / gel speed:
Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
-++ Press in succession (.
Mode Motor speed
( Out
( Limited internal
( Speed is adjustable via DMX
Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
,Press (. Flashing
+ Press (. Counts downwards
*Press (. Counts upwards
,Press (. Confirmation of new mode
-Return to the prior menu
Adjustment of internal limit for motor speed:
Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
(
,Press .. Flashing
+ Press .. Counts downwards in 5% steps
*Press .. Counts upwards in 5% steps
,Press ( Confirmation of new mode
-Return to the prior menu
Adjustment of DMX-address for motor speed:
Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
(
,Press (... Flashing
+ Press (... Counts downwards
*Press (... Counts upwards
,Press ( Confirmation of new mode
-Return to the prior menu
Different modes are possible

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Recalibration of the gel string
Recalibration :
The recalibration of the gel string should be used, when the lenght of the gel string has changed (e.g. heat).
Key/Sequence Action Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
-* Press %
,Press % Flashing
,Press % Confirm recalibration
Gel string runs to start and end position
(...
...
Display shows the level of valid control
adress

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General functions
Key functions during powering up the scroller:
Key/Sequence Action during the procedure of
power up
Display
(?- for individual value)
Display/Action
+* Press and hold both keys while
powering up the scroller
$
))
Reset to factory parameters incl. information
„no gel string is loaded“
*Hold while powering up the scroller $ Locks the Scroller
*Hold while powering up the scroller '$ Un-locks the Scroller
Information display:
Display Meaning
 Chosen address is already used by the scroller
") Colour address is outside the available DMX-sector
") Motor address is outside the available DMX-sector
") Fan address is outside the available DMX-sector
")% Remote address is outside the available DMX-sector
LED-display:
LED-Display Meaning
green Valid DMX signal is on
red Scroller is running in auto-mode
yellow Problem, but the scroller is still working
Alternating red/green Error, Scroller does not work any longer
Press- for abortion
LED’s in the display:
Display Meaning
Small dot Display is switched off, DMX is on
Small dot, flashing Display is switched off, no DMX
Dot is running from left to right Fullcolour mode
Dot sequence (1-2) is running from left to right Halfcolour mode

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All Colour Changers of the PRO Range offer extensive functions with regard to configuration and special features, which are being operated
via the integrated 4-figure LED display. An external power supply is required for operation.
6" PRO Colour Changer
The extremely compact 6“ PRO Colour Changer suits all smaller luminaires with a front aperture of up to 127 mm, ecpecially the ETC Source 4.
The Colour Changer is mounted to the luminaire via an adaptor plate with integrated heatshield (Rosco heatshield), which is available in 2
different sizes. The operation without heatshield reduces the durability of the colour string considerably and is not recommended. The unit can
run up to 33 single colours. The operation and menu guide is nearly the same for all PRO Colour Changers. (Please find all details in the
Operator´s manual.)
An external power supply is required for operation. The Scroller is delivered with heatshield adaptor and safety cable. Data cable, power
supply and colour string are not included.
Technical data
Adaptor sizes:
159 x 159 / 190 x 190 mm
Maximum number of colours: 33
Start-to-end string movement: 2,9 s
Front aperture Ø: 154 mm
Rear aperture Ø: 127 mm
Power/data Connector style: XLR4
Weight: 1,9 kg
Measurements: 285 x 243 x 87 mm
Supply voltage: 24 V (PSU)
Art.No. Description
RCC3601A 6“ PRO with heatshield adaptor 159x159 mm
(6,25") incl. heatshield
RCC3601B 6“ PRO with heatshield adaptor 190x190 mm
(7,5") incl. Heatshield
060990 Colour String, 33 colours for 6“ PRO
060974 Colour String, 16 colours for 6“ PRO
060973 Colour String, 11 colours for 6“ PRO
020641 Barndoor for 6“ PRO
RCC2016 Heatshield adaptor 159x159mm (6,25") incl.
Heatshield
RCC3616 Heatshield adaptor 190x190 mm (7,5") incl.
Heatshield
8" PRO Colour Changer
The 8“ PRO Colour Changer suits all medium-size luminaires with a front aperture of up to 192 mm. The Scroller is mounted via an universal
adaptor, that can be adjusted to a variety of different standard sizes. The unit runs up to 33 single colours with extremely smooth colour
changes and most precise positioning thanks to the high resolution of the built-in electronics. The operation and menu guide is nearly the
same for all PRO Colour Changers. (Please find all details in the Operator´s manual.) An external power supply is required for operation.
The Scroller is delivered with universal adaptor and safety cable. Data cable, power supply and colour string are not included.
Technical data
Adaptor sizes:
185, 190, 198, 210, 215, 230, 240, 245, 255 mm
Maximum number of colours: 33
Start-to-end string movement: 3,6 s
Front aperture Ø: 215 mm
Rear aperture Ø: 192 mm
Power/data Connector style: XLR4
Weight: 2,2 kg
Measurements: 333 x 303 x 87 mm
Supply voltage: 24 V (PSU)
Art.No. Description
RCC3001 Colour Changer 8“ PRO
RCC3056 New Universal Adaptor for 8“ PRO
RCC3057 Set of 4 cranked hooks for Uni. Adaptor
060989 Colour String, 33 colours for 8“ PRO
060976 Colour String, 16 colours for 8“ PRO
060975 Colour String, 11 colours for 8“ PRO
010823 Barndoor for 8" PRO
RCC3616 Heatshield adaptor 190 x 190 mm (7,5"), incl.
Heatshield
060922 Heatshield for 8“ PRO

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12“ PRO Colour Changer
The 12“ PRO Colour Changer suits nearly all larger luminaires up to 2,5 KW with a front aperture of up to 266 mm. The Scroller is mounted
via an universal adaptor that can be adjusted to a variety of standard sizes. The 12“ PRO can run up to 25 single colours, while the high
resolution of the built-in electronics guarantees for extremely smooth colour changes and most precise positioning. An external power supply
is required for operation.
The unit is delivered with universal adaptor and safety cable. Data cable, power supply and colour string are not included.
Technical data
Adaptor sizes:
240, 245, 255, 270, 275, 285, 290, 295, 300, 305 mm
Maximum number of colours: 25
Start-to-end string movement: 3,5 s
Front aperture Ø: 304 mm
Rear aperture Ø: 266 mm
Power/data Connector style: XLR4
Weight: 2,9 kg
Measurements: 416 x 393 x 87 mm
Supply voltage: 24 V (PSU)
Art.No. Description
RCC3801 Colour Changer 12“ PRO
RCC3822 New Universal Adaptor for 12“ PRO
060991 Colour String, 25 colours for 12“ PRO
060978 Colour String, 16 colours for 12“ PRO
060977 Colour String, 11 colours for 12“ PRO
060920 Barndoor for 12“ PRO
15" PRO Colour Changer
The 15” PRO Colour Changer suits bigger, high-performance luminaires with a front aperture of up to 380 mm. It can run up to 25 big-size
single colour frames. The Scroller is mounted via an universal adaptor plate with round aperture, which can be adjusted to many standard
sizes. The complete front and back bodies can be exchanged in order to enable the combination with a 4-Lite Blinder or the mounting of
accessories of various manufacturers.
The 15” PRO Colour Changer for 4-Lite Blinder shows a square aperture on front and back. This unit comes with mounting adaptors for
variable mounting possibilities onto a 4-Lite Blinder. The Scroller can be mounted horizontally for vertical scrolling.
The only difference with regard to the operation of the Scroller in comparison to the other PRO Colour Changers is the tensioning of the
colour string – see page 6.
An external power supply is required for operation. Data cable, power supply and colour strings are not included in the delivery specification.
Technical data
Universal adaptor sizes 15“ PRO:
313, 322, 343, 355, 360, 370, 382, 396, 402, 412 mm
Front aperture Ø: 380 mm
Rear aperture Ø: 380 mm
Measurements 15“ PRO: 519 x 600 x 98 mm
Weight 15“ PRO: 8,5 kg
Adaptor sizes 15“ PRO f. 4-Lites: 400 x 400 mm
Front aperture Ø: 395 mm
Rear aperture Ø: 395 mm
Measurements 15“ PRO f. 4-Lites: 520 x 570 x 95 mm
Weight 15“ PRO for 4-Lites: 6,2 kg
Maximum number of colours: 25
Start-to-end string movement: 6,4 s
Power/data Connector style: XLR4
Supply voltage: 24 V (PSU)
Art.No. Description
RCC5000 Colour Changer 15“ PRO
RCC5070 Front with square aperture 15“ PRO
RCC510 Adaptor for Thomas 4-Lite Blinder
RCC5010/4L Colour Changer 15“ PRO for 4-Lites (incl. square
front + adaptor for Thomas 4-Lite)
RCC505 Universal adaptor for 15“ PRO
RCC5060 15“ PRO Front plate with round aperture and
universal adaptor for 5K barndoor
060993 Colour String, 25 colours for 15“ PRO
060982 Colour String, 16 colours for 15“ PRO
060985 Colour String, 11 colours for 15“ PRO

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8-Lite PRO Colour Changer
The 8-Lite PRO Colour Changer for 8-Lite Blinders corresponds with the other PRO Colour Changers in terms of operation, configuration and
nearly all other functions. (Please find all details in our Operator´s manual.) You will find the only difference in tensioning the colour string
– see page 6.
The Scroller has a square aperture for 8-Lite Blinders. It can be mounted to Major 8-Lite Blinders without further accessories, while different
adaptor versions for other types of 8-Lite Blinders are available.
The unit is delivered with safety cable for the front; but without data cable, power supply and colour string.
Technical data
Universal adaptor sizes: 388 x 680 mm
Maximum number of colours: 25
Start-to-end string movement: 7 s
Front aperture Ø: 680 x 395 mm
Rear aperture Ø: 680 x 395 mm
Power/data Connector style: XLR4
Weight: 8,5 kg
Measurements: 519 x 830 x 98 mm
Supply voltage: 24 V (PSU)
Art.No. Description
RCC4100 Colour Changer 8-Lite PRO
060992 Colour String, 25 colours for 8-Lite PRO
060986 Colour String, 16 colours for 8-Lite PRO
060983 Colour String, 11 colours for 8-Lite PRO
Maxi PSU
The Maxi PSU is power supply amd DMX splitter for 24 “small” Colour Changers (6”, 8” and 12” PRO) or 12 “big” units (15” and 8-Lite PRO).
The unit is delivered with M10 bold and mains cable with mounted Schuko plug; data cable is not included.
Technical data
Supply voltage: 230 V (E); 110 V (U)
Amount of scrollers per PSU: 12/24
Mains connector: CEE 22
Output connectors: 4 x XLR4
Weight: 3,5 kg
Measurements: 293 x 82 x 250 mm
Art.No. Description
RCC125E Maxi PSU, 230 V
RCC125U Maxi PSU, 110 V
270410 Halfcoupler 2” Lightweight
270704 Safety cable 2 mm, 60 cm
Micro PSU
The Micro PSU is power supply and DMX splitter for 6 “small” Colour Changers (6”, 8” and 12” PRO) or 3 “big” units (15” and 8-Lite PRO).
The unit is delivered with M10 bold and mains cable with mounted Schuko plug; data cable is not included.
Technical data
Supply voltage: 85-260 V
Amount of scrollers per PSU: 3/6
Mains connector: CEE 22
Output connector: 1 x XLR4
Weight: 1,4 kg
Measurements: 178 x 72 x 136 mm
Art.No. Description
RCC141 Micro PSU
270410 Halfcoupler 2” Lightweight
270704 Safety cable 2 mm, 60 cm

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Important safety requirements
•Please read all instructions in our manual carefully.
•Please also note the user instructions which are printed on the unit.
•Cleanse the unit only with a moist duster and do never use solvents or aggressive cleaner.
•Do not block or cover the slots for ventilation.
•Do not try to insert any objects through the slots. They could touch live wired parts or cause a short circuit.
•It is regulated that you have to fasten the Scrollers with the help of the safety cable.
•Do not service the Scrollers yourself. Please contact us in any case of breakdown.