Chauvet Colorado 2 IP Manual
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3. the output is proportional linear to the Dimmer and RGB channel values When Dim is set to Dim1 through 4 the output follows the Dimmer and RGB channel values based on the corresponding dimmer curve being Dim1 the fastest and Dim4 the slowest Continues on the next page COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 039 Operation Control Panel Lock Program Upload gt L Reset Whites Setting 12 Continued from previous page This setting allows the user to activate or disable the control panel lock which keeps non authorized personnel from changing the fixture s settings 1 Press lt gt repeatedly until KEY shows press lt gt to accept 2 Use UP or DOWN to select On or Off press ENTER to accept When the control panel lock is active the fixture will prompt the user to enter the fixture password after 30 seconds of control panel inactivity or after turning on the fixture After being prompted to enter the fixture password 1 Press UP DOWN UP DOWN and ENTER The above fixture password is unchangeable This option allows the user to copy the custom programs of one COLORado 2 fixture onto other COLORado 2 fixtures by using the Master Slave method 1 Configure and connect the fixtures in a Master Slave arrangement where the master unit has the custom programs you want to transfer onto the slave
4. If you are not familiar with the DMX standard or if you need information about the DMX cables needed to link the COLORado 2 fixture to a DMX controller you may download the DMX Primer document from the CHAUVET Web site The DMX Channel Summary section in this chapter contains a brief description of what COLORado 2 features have a DMX channel assigned to them The Operation chapter of this manual provides a detailed list of the COLORado 2 DMX channel assignments DMX Connection The COLORado 2 uses the standard DMX data connection for its DMX modes STAG ARC1 AR1 D ARC2 AR2 D AR2 S and HSV You will find information about these DMX modes in the ntroduction chapter brief description the Operation Instructions chapter configuration details and the DMX Values section individual channel values 6 COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b Setup Master Slave The Master Slave mode allows one COLORado 2 the master running a preconfigured program to control several other COLORado 2 fixtures the slaves Linking without requiring a DMX controller In this mode all the slave fixtures will operate in unison with the master fixture When in Master Slave mode the COLORado 2 units link to each other by using the standard DMX connection If you are not familiar with the Master Slave connectivity please refer to the DMX Primer and DMX Connectivity sections in the Appendix chapter of this m
5. gt to return to the Scene level 10 Repeat for the other scenes 11 Press MENU to return to the main level once done Continues on the next page COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b v Master Slave fe 2 L RGB to White Power Setting Dimmer Curves LF Operation Continued from previous page The Master Slave mode allows a group of COLORado 2 fixtures the slaves to execute simultaneously the same program Auto or Custom that another COLORado 2 fixture the master is executing This mode works without a DMX controller 1 Set the Master Unit a Set the running mode to DMX as explained in DMX Control Without 10 Addressing b Select an Auto program as explained in Auto Programs 2 Set the slave units a Press lt MENUs gt repeatedly until RUN shows press ENTER to accept b Use UP DOWN to select SLAV press ENTER to accept Press lt gt to return to the main level The fixture that runs an auto program automatically becomes the master There can be only one master fixture in the Master Slave connection Do not connect a DMX controller to the fixtures in the Master Slave connection Otherwise the signals from the controller may affect the slave fixtures If you want to use a DMX controller set all the fixtures to DMX and to the same starting address The RGBW to White setting determines how the COLORado 2 generates the w
6. User Manual Edition Notes Edition Notes Trademarks Copyright Notice Manual Usage Document Printing Intended Audience Disclaimer CHAUVET The COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b covers the description safety precautions installation programming operation and maintenance of the COLORado 2 fixture CHAUVET released this edition of the COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b in September 2010 CHAUVETO is a registered trademark of CHAUVET amp Sons Inc d b a CHAUVET or Chauvet The CHAUVET logo in its entirety including the Chauvet name and the dotted triangle and all other trademarks on this manual pertaining to services products or marketing statements example It s Green Thinking are owned or licensed by CHAUVET Any other product names logos brands company names and other trademarks featured or referred to within this document are the property of their respective trademark holders CHAUVET owns the content of this user manual in its entirety including but not limited to pictures logos trademarks and resources Copyright 2010 CHAUVET All rights reserved Electronically published by CHAUVET in the United States of America CHAUVET authorizes its customers to download and print this manual for professional information purposes only CHAUVET expressly prohibits the usage copy storage distribution modification or printing of this manual or its content for any other purpo
7. clamps and make sure that they capable of supporting the weight of this fixture CHAUVET recommends using at least two mounting points per fixture Floor Mount COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 036 4 Operation Control Panel Description Control Options 4 Programming DMX Personality DMX Control Without ID Addressing D Operation Button Function lt MENU gt Exits from the current menu or function Enables the currently displayed Menu sets the currently selected value into the current function Navigates upwards through the lt UP gt menu list or increases the numeric value when in a function Navigates downwards through DOWN the menu list or decreases the MENU ENTER UP DOWN numeric value when in a function You can set the COLORado 2 start address in the 001 512 DMX range This allows for the control of up to 46 fixtures in the 11 channel STAG personality In addition the ID address system allows you to assign up to 66 fixtures within the same DMX address thus multiplying the number of fixtures you can control within a single universe You can access the fixture s ID address system from channel 11 when in the STAG personality When programming live performances as well as cues that need to trigger on demand or on a time line program no more than 10 fixtures on ID addressing DMX channel This is to remain within a one second execution time C
8. ENTER to accept d Press lt gt twice to return to the main level Make sure to deactivate ID Addressing in each fixture when using the STAG personality Otherwise unintended results may occur if channel 11 is not set to 0 Continues the next page COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b 9 Operation DMX Control With ID Addressing Static Color Auto Programs Edit Customs 10 Continued from previous page In this mode the fixtures with the same DMX starting address will respond to the DMX controller based on the fixture s individual ID address setting If the user selects ID address 0 all the fixtures with the same DMX address will respond in unison Otherwise each fixture will follow the control for its particular ID address 1 Repeat steps 1 2 and 3 from DMX Control Without ID Addressing 2 Activate ID Addressing in each fixture a Press MENU repeatedly until SET shows press ENTER to accept b Use UP or DOWN to select press ENTER to accept Use UP or DOWN to select ON press ENTER to accept d Press lt gt twice to return to the main level The Static Color mode allows for permanent RGBW color mixing without a DMX controller 1 Press MENU repeatedly until STAT shows and press ENTER to accept 2 Use UP or DOWN to select the desired color Red Green Blue or White 3 Press ENTER to accept 4 Us
9. etc Saturation for 8 1 COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b 17 Technical Information A 5 Technical Information General To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear the user should clean the light fixtures frequently Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining the Maintenance cleaning frequency As a rule the user should clean the fixtures at least twice a month Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating This can lead to reduced light source life and increased mechanical wear CHAUVET recommends cleaning the fixture s external optics with a soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid To clean a fixture follow the recommendations below gt 18 Unplug the fixture from power Wait until the fixture is cold Use a vacuum or dry compressed air and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external vents and reachable internal components Clean all external optics and glass surfaces with a mild solution of glass cleaner or isopropyl alcohol and a soft lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue Apply the solution directly to the cloth or tissue and drag any dirt and grime to the outside of the lens Gently polish the external glass surfaces until they are free of haze and lint When cleaning units with a movable mirror you should keep the contact with the mirror surface to a minimum to avoid scratching or dam
10. 255 0 100 Continues on the next page CHAUVET Value Setting Value Setting 212 ID23 235 ID 46 213 10 24 236 10 47 214 10 25 237 10 48 215 1026 238 10 49 216 10 27 239 10 50 217 10 28 240 1051 218 10 29 241 ID 52 219 1030 242 10 53 220 1031 243 1054 221 ID 32 244 10 55 222 10 33 245 1056 223 10 34 246 10 57 224 10 35 247 10 58 225 1036 248 10 59 226 10 37 249 ID 60 227 ID38 250 1061 228 ID39 251 ID 62 229 ID 40 252 1063 230 1041 253 ID 64 231 ID 42 254 ID65 232 1043 255 ID 66 233 ID 44 234 10 45 Percent Setting Percent Setting Percent Setting Percent Setting COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b NEL Operation ARC2 S Channel Function Value Percent Setting 000 lt gt 255 0 100 Continued from previous page 2 ______000 255 0 100 3 Green _____000 255 0 100 4 Bue 77 000 255 0 100 5 White ______ 000 amp 255 0 100 000 lt gt 010 No function 011 amp 255 0 20 Hz HSV Channel Percent Setting 1 000 255 0 100 2 Saturation 000 gt 255 0 100 3 Value 000 lt 255 0 100 is the dominance of hue in the color when saturation is at 100 the color is at its purest Value is the color s brightness when value is at 100 the color is at its brightest 1 1 V V 0 1 0 5 1 2 In HSV mode Hue refers the visible light such as red yellow cyan
11. 9 0 in 230 mm ile RI PP 20 Ibs 9 1 kg Power TR e 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Fuse eC 2A 250V Power Consumption 179 4 W 1 43 A max 120 V 178 9 W 0 78 A max 230 V Inrush POWET EROR 0 75 A 120 V 0 81 A 230 V Ml E O 0 1 00 120 V 0 99 230 V 7 units max 120 V 14 units max 230 V Light Source nC ee ree A 2 and 3 W 50 000 hrs LEDs OTIC emm 48 units li 12 units 2 W 750 mA OTET 12 units 3 1 000 mA BUB ccu LE M E E 12 units 3 W 1 000 mA WAIE NENNT 12 units 3 W 1 000 mA c REP E 400 Hz Photo Optic Luminance 2 m with included 15 degree nrnna 16 000 lux Beam Angle with included 15 degree lenses eese enne nnne 11 Field Angle with included 15 degree 122222 4400000 23 Thermal geo Natural convection Maximum ambient temperature nennen nnn nnnn nnns nnns nnne nnne 104 F 40 C Control amp Programming
12. attempt any repairs unless you are one of them Please refer to all applicable local codes and regulations for proper installation of the COLORado 2 Keep this manual for future consultation If you sell the COLORado 2 to another user make sure that they also receive this manual Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source s while they are 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 This product is for outdoor use IP66 However do not submerge it Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while operating When hanging this product always secure it to a fastening device using a safety chain not provided 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 or rheostat Make sure the product s housing or cable are not cracked crimped or damaged Never disconnect the fixture by pulling or tugging on the power cable Do not operate this fixture if you see damage on the housing lenses or cables have the damaged parts replaced by an authorized technician at once Maximum ambient temperature Ta is 104 F 40 C Do not operate the fixture at a higher temperature I
13. document from the CHAUVET Web site Never connect the COLORado 2 to a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100 switch AC Plug The power input cord that comes with the COLORado 2 has a proprietary IP66 connector on one end and on the other end an Edison plug US market If the power cord that came with your fixture has no plug or you need to change the Edison plug use the table below to wire the new plug Connection Wire US Wire Europe Screw Color IP66 Pin AC Ground Green Yellow Green Yellow Green 3 Power Linking The COLORado 2 supports power linking for up to seven other COLORado 2 fixtures at 120 VAC Each COLORado 2 has two pigtails terminated in proprietary IP66 connectors for Power In and Power Out The fixture comes with a power input cord and a power linking cord Fuse Replacement The COLORado 2 fixture has no external fuse for the user to change However it does have an internal fuse that only an authorized CHAUVET technician should change DMX Linking If you are using the COLORado 2 with a DMX controller you can link them using a regular DMX serial connection If using other DMX compatible fixtures with the COLORado 2 it is possible to control them individually with a single DMX controller It is also possible to run several DMX compatible fixtures synchronized without a DMX controller in a master slave operating mode
14. double boxing is always a safe method to use CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned product s Claims The carrier is responsible for any damage incurred during shipping to this product or any part that shipped with it Therefore if the received merchandise appears to have damages caused during shipping the customer must submit the damage report and any related claims with the carrier not CHAUVET The customer must submit the report upon reception 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 CHAUVET within seven 7 days of receiving the merchandise Contact Us World Headquarters General Information CHAUVET 5200 NW 108th Avenue Sunrise FL 33351 Voice 954 929 1115 Fax 954 929 5560 Toll free 800 762 1084 Technical Support Voice 954 929 1115 Press 4 Fax 954 756 8015 World Wide Web www chauvetlighting com 22 COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b Technical Information Technical Specifications Weight amp Dimensions EGO eee 10 8 in 276 mm Va je NEM E E E 121 305 ES
15. t 111 T T TEE mT H t f 1 dii COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 036 14 CHAUVET DMX Values Operation STAG Channel Function Value Percent Setting 10 000 lt gt 255 0 100 000 lt 255 0 100 or Step Time when playing CUS 01 10 Green 000 lt gt 255 0 100 or Fade Time when playing CUS 01 10 7 000 255 0 100 White _____ 000 255 0 100 No function High Power only when in NORMAL power mode Color Macro Custom 10 No function No Function Red 100 Green Up Blue 0 Red Down Green 100 Blue 0 Red 0 Green 100 Blue Up Hed 096 Green Down Blue 10096 Red Up Green 0 Blue 100 Red 10096 Green 096 Blue Down Red 100 Green Up Blue Up Red Down Green Down Blue 100 Red 100 Green 100 Blue 100 White 100 White 1 3 200 K White 2 3 400 K White 3 4 200 K White 4 4 900 K White 5 5 600 K White 6 5 900 K White 7 6 500 K White 8 7 200 K White 9 8 000 K White 10 8 500 K 0 100 Only works if AUTO 01 10 is playing 000 lt gt 009 Use dimmer speed from control panel 010 029 Linear dimmer 030 lt gt 069 Non linear dimmer 1 fastest 070 129 Non linear dimmer 2 130 lt gt 189 Non linear dimmer 190 255 dimmer 4 slowest White 11 10 000 K 000 lt gt 010 function 011 lt gt 255 0 20 Hz No function Auto 1 Auto 2 Au
16. 00 776 450 304 Ix BLUE 5 1360 256 120 68 46 lx 1 2 4 6 8 10m 4613 1204 552 326 230 ee kee n 11340 2885 1285 765 530 Ix LEY 6 coo a ccc NEN lc E RGB WHITE 16300 4000 1900 1122 752 1 3B TLLELLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLILLI oa COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b 21 Technical Information A 4 CHAUVET Returns The user must send the merchandise prepaid in the original box and with its original packing and accessories CHAUVET will not issue call tags Procedure Call CHAUVET and request a Return Merchandise Authorization Number RMA before shipping the fixture Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return The user must clearly label the package with a Return Merchandise Authorization Number RMA CHAUVET will refuse any product returned without RMA L DO NOT write the RMA directly on the box Instead write it on a properly affixed label Once you are given an RMA please include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box e Your name e Your address Your phone number The RMA A brief description of the symptoms Be sure to pack the fixture properly Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging will be the customer s responsibility As a suggestion proper UPS packing or
17. 2 m 23 b COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 036 CHAUVET 1 Before You Begin Before you Begin What 15 e One COLORado 2 e One IP66 to Edison plug US power cable Included e IP66 power extension cable e One IP66 signal extension cable e One IP66 to DMX input cable e One IP66 to DMX output cable e One barn doors frame e One Warranty Card e One Quick Start Guide Unpac king Immediately upon receiving this product carefully unpack it and check the container in which you received it Make sure that have received all the parts indicated above Instructions and that they are all in good condition If the material inside the container this product and any other accessory included with it appears damaged from shipping or if the container shows signs of mishandling notify the shipper immediately In addition retain the container and all the packing material for inspection See the Claims section in the Technical Information chapter Typog raph ic Convention s 1 512 Conventions 10 Claims COLORado UM ENTER Settings MENU gt Settings 1 10 Yes No ON Icon Meaning Icons Meaning A range of values A set of mutually exclusive values in the text A DIP switch to be configured A new term or a section or chapter in this document The name of another publication or manual A key to be pressed on the fixture s control panel A menu option that can be selec
18. GBW LED wash light with ID addressing Operating modes personalities 3 channel RGB control 3 channel HSV control hue saturation and value 4 channel RGBW control 4 channel RGB dimmer 5 channel RGBW dimmer 6 channel RGBW dimmer strobe 11 channel RGBW ID dimmer strobe macro auto custom dimmer speed auto speed RGBW color mixing with or without DMX controller e Color temperature presets 3 200 10 000 e Built in automated programs via DMX e Recall custom programs via DMX Additional Features e High power 2 and 3 W 750 and 1 000 mA LEDs e Ingress Protection IP66 Additional power output max 7 units 120 V e Adjustable barn doors to direct output includes gel frame LED display with lock out feature e Power and Data extension cables 3 3 feet 1 m Options e COLORado Controller COLOR CON e Optical systems 15 installed 30 CL20X30 Top hat C2TOP 16 4 ft 5 m power extension cable IPSPOWER e 16 4 ft 5 m signal extension cable IP5SIG COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b 3 Introduction DMX Channel Summary STAG ARC1 AR1 D ARC2 AR2 D AR2 5 HSV DMX Channel 1 09 5 DMX Channel 1 2 3 4 DMX Channel Function Dimmer Green Blue White Color Macro White Balance HyperColo
19. P RS 12 eec P 12 AIR TTE AACS ALME 13 S GIN Settee 13 Master DIMME E E 13 Red Green amp Blue amp White Color 2 prian rin a EO ERS ee ria Een Erria 13 COF MITOS on a H 13 SMODE S cec Mc I OA ee E MM E 13 IE AAO GIESS SClIOCHON A E 13 PRU Ook EH 13 144 lt lt e HER 13 COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b Table of Contents VISUM Ue 14 BRACELET 15 STA T c ________ 8 15 cT ETE TM TEE MM 16 Pini NRBIS CERE RETRO PUR PERO POUR APER UON 16 ARRESTED ERE 16 co 672 UN MD SRI POP TT TEE DP UP PRU 16 AHOL rn PP nee 17 HoV EHE 17 Technical nee Daun ae dw s hl we e Dele 18 Generar Malntenan Ce ETT 18 Troubleshooting oes ee cee eae 19 Exploded i e EE 20 miRleileleRI ET 21 Procedo D DE Boe AE S REDE E 22 Tr 22 22
20. aging it Always dry the external optics and glass surfaces carefully after cleaning them If the fixture has one or more fans refrain from spinning them using compressed air COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 036 CHAUVET Troubleshooting Guide Symptom General low light intensity A single LED Red Green Blue or White does not illuminate A group LEDs Red Green Blue or White does not illuminate None of the LEDs are illuminating Breaker Fuse keeps blowing Fixture does not power up Fixture does not respond to DMX DMX signal problems D Cause s Dirty lens assembly Misaligned lens assembly Faulty LED Faulty LED board Faulty LED Faulty LED board Faulty LED driver Faulty LED PCB Faulty LED Driver PCB Faulty main PCB Excessive circuit load Short circuit along the power wires No power Loose or damaged power cord Blown internal fuse Faulty internal power supply Wrong DMX addressing Damaged DMX cables Wrong polarity on the controller Loose DMX cables Faulty DMX interface Faulty Main PCB Non DMX cables Bouncing signals Long cable low level signal Too many fixtures Interference from AC wires Technical Information Action s Clean the fixture regularly Install lens assembly properly Replace the LED board Replace the LED board Replace the LED board Replace the LED board Replace the LED driver board Replace the LED board Replace the LED driver bo
21. anual p The Operation chapter of this manual provides detailed instructions on how to configure the Master and Slave units ID Addressing The COLORado 2 uses the ID Addressing feature to increase the number of addressable fixtures in the same DMX universe when in the STAG personality Refer to the Operation chapter in this manual to learn in detail how to configure the COLORado 2 fixtures when using ID Addressing Lens Assem bly The COLORado 2 comes with the 15 lens assembly pre installed from the factory However there is an optional lens kit CL20X30 available as an accessory which will Replacement alter the beam angle of the fixture to 30 Follow the instructions below to change or replace the LED lens assembly The procedure below will give you direct access to the LEDs which are very e Disconnect the fixture from the AC power before opening it fragile Use maximum care when handling the lenses over the LED assembly met e 4 1 Remove the gel frame holder by removing the four thumbscrews not shown 2 Remove the front cover A by removing the eight Allen screws that hold it in place 3 Remove the seal B Use caution because the glass C is loose under this cover and it may fall 4 Remove the glass cover to gain access to the lens assembly D 5 After removing the glass cover remove the six Phillips 2 screws that hold the lens assembly in place 6 Remove the existing lens
22. ard Replace the Display Main board Check total load placed on the electrical circuit Check for a short in the electrical wiring Check for power on power outlet Check power cord Replace internal fuse 2 A 250 V Replace internal power supply Check Control Panel and unit addressing Check DMX cables Check polarity switch settings on the controller Check cable connections Replace Main PCB Replace Main PCB Use only DMX compatible cables Install terminator as suggested Install an optically coupled DMX splitter right after fixture with strong signal Install an optically coupled DMX splitter after unit 32 Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights If you still experience technical problems after trying the above solutions contact CHAUVET Technical Support COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b 19 Technical Information ww Exploded View Item Description 1 Front cover 2 Rubber seal 3 Front tempered glass 4 Lens complete set 5 LED board 6 Heat sink 7 Bracket 8 Power connection board 9 Display Main board 10 Display protection plate 11 Cable strain relief watertight seal DMX 12 Cable strain relief watertight seal power 13 Safety cable plate 14 LED driver board 15 Voltage regulator board 5 V 16 Power supply 24 V Not Shown Display Master IC chip 20 COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 036 Technical Information CHAUVET Photometrics 3931 1010 482 274 186 Ix 6130 17
23. arry out all the programming procedures indicated below from the control panel Refer to the Menu Map on page 14 to learn how the menu options relate to each other This setting allows the user to choose a particular DMX personality 1 Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until PERS shows press ENTER to accept 2 Use lt UP gt or DOWNe to select the desired personality STAG ARC1 D ARC2 AR2 D AR2 S or HSV 3 Press ENTER to accept 4 Press lt gt to return to the main level In this mode each unit will respond to a unique starting address from the DMX controller All units with the same starting address will respond at unison 1 Select the STAG personality as shown in DMX Personality 2 Setthe running mode a Press lt MENUs gt repeatedly until RUN shows press ENTER to accept b Use UP or DOWN to select DMX press ENTER to accept c Press MENU to return to the main level 3 Setthe starting address a Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until DMX shows press ENTER to accept b Use UP or DOWN to select the starting address 001 512 c Press ENTER to accept d Press MENU to return to the main level 4 Deactivate ID Addressing in each fixture a Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until SET shows press ENTER to accept b Use UP or lt to select ID press lt gt to accept c Use UP or lt DOWNs to select OFF press
24. assembly and replace it with the new lens assembly 7 Reverse the process to complete the lens replacement rating before installing it outdoors Otherwise you will void the fixture s After replacing the lenses make sure that the fixture is completely sealed IP66 warranty COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b 7 Setup Mounting Orientation Rigging Procedure Product Mounting Diagram Head the safety notes at the beginning of this guide and follow their recommendations before mounting this product Always mount this fixture in any safe position while making sure that there is adequate room around it for ventilation Make sure to mount this fixture away from any flammable material as indicated in the Safety Notes CHAUVET recommends following the general guidelines below when mounting the COLORado 2 e When selecting an installation location consider ease of access to the fixture for operation programming adjustments and routine maintenance e Never mount the fixture in places where rain high humidity extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation may affect it e Make sure that the location where you are mounting the fixture can support its weight Please see the Technical Specifications section of this manual for the weight requirement of this fixture This fixture includes a mounting yoke to which you can attach one or two rigging clamps You must supply your own or
25. e UP or lt to select the desired color value 0 255 5 Press lt gt to accept 6 Repeat for the other colors 7 Use UP lt gt to select Strob press ENTER to accept 8 Use UP or lt DOWNS to select the desired frequency 0 20 9 Press lt gt twice to return to the main level Auto programs allow for dynamic RGBW color mixing without a DMX controller This product has two types of Auto programs preset 01 10 and custom PR 01 10 1 Press lt gt repeatedly until AUTO shows press ENTER to accept 2 Use UP or DOWN to select the desired auto program AT 01 10 PR 01 10 3 Press ENTER to accept You cannot edit preset Auto programs AT 01 10 However you can edit the custom Auto programs PR 01 10 see Edit Customs This setting allows the programming of up to 30 scenes for each of the 10 custom Auto programs including colors and effects 1 Press MENU repeatedly until EDIT shows press lt ENTERs to accept 2 Use UP or lt to select the desired auto program PR 01 10 3 Press ENTER to accept 4 Use UP or DOWN to select the desired scene SC 01 30 5 Press ENTER to accept 6 Use UP lt DOWNS to select the desired color or effect Red Green Blue White Strobe Time or Fade 7 Press ENTER to accept 8 Repeat for the other colors or effects 9 Press lt
26. hannel 1 controls the intensity of the Color Macro Strobe e Channel 7 controls the strobe frequency not the intensity of channels 2 6 e Strobe 1 is with RGB in step Strobe 2 is with RGB out step Strobe3 is a pulse strobe fast on slow off Strobe 4 is a pulse strobe slow on fast off e Channel 7 strobes channels 2 3 4 and 5 when not running macros allowing the individual faders R G B and W as well as channel 1 D to control the output intensity e Channel strobes channel 6 when running macros allowing channel 6 to select the macro and channel 1 to controls the output intensity ID Address e Channel 9 selects the target ID address Selection e Each independent DMX address have up to 66 independent ID addresses e An ID address of 0 will activate all ID address locations Auto Channel 8 selects the preset Auto programs AT 01 10 or the custom Auto programs PR 01 10 When activating the custom Auto programs PR 01 10 it is possible to control the Step Time and Fade Time parameters using channels 2 and 3 respectively Channel 8 has priority over channels 2 3 4 5 6 and 7 Dimmer Speed Channel 10 is for selecting the dimmer mode and speed When Dimmer is set to Off RGBW and Master Dimmer are linear Otherwise Dim1 is the fastest dimmer curve while Dim4 is the slowest COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b 13 c 9 4 Q O Menu Map 11111 il Hn a 1
27. hite color based on the RGB settings 1 Press MENU repeatedly until SET shows press ENTER to accept 2 Use UP or DOWN to select RGBW press ENTER to accept 3 Use UP or DOWN to select ON or OFF press ENTER to accept 4 Press lt gt to exit twice to exit to the main level When RGBW is set to ON setting Red Green and Blue to 255 will create a balanced white albeit with a reduced output When RGBW is set to OFF setting Red Green and Blue to 255 will produce the maximum output although the resulting white will be imbalanced The Power Setting determines the power drawn by the COLORado 2 1 Press MENU repeatedly until SET shows press ENTER to accept 2 Use UP or DOWN to select POW press ENTER to accept 3 Use UP or DOWN to select HIGH or NORM press ENTER to accept When POWER is set to HIGH the light output is maximum and the power draw is 150 W When POWER is set to NORM the light output is reduced and the power draw is 90 W This setting determines the output of the COLORado 2 based on the position of the Red Green Blue White and Dimmer faders 1 Press MENU repeatedly until SET shows press ENTER to accept 2 Use UP or DOWN to select Dim press ENTER to accept 3 Use UP or DOWN to select dimmer curve Dim1 Dim2 Dim3 Dim4 4 Press ENTER to accept When Dim is set to
28. n case of a serious operating problem stop using this product immediately In the unlikely event that your COLORado 2 may require service please contact CHAUVET Technical Support LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time mostly because of heat Packaged in clusters LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in ideal or singular optimum conditions For this reason using all color LEDs at their fullest intensity significantly reduces the LEDs lifespan Under normal conditions this lifespan can be of 40 000 to 50 000 hours If extending this lifespan expectancy is vital lower the operational temperature by improving fixture ventilation and reducing the external temperature In addition limiting the overall projection intensity may also help to extend the LEDs life COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 036 wy Introduction CHAUVET 2 Introduction Product The COLORado 2 is an RGBW wash light based on 48 LEDs suitable for indoor and outdoor applications It consists of a single pod with a double bracket mounting Description yoke The fixture comes with four short pigtails terminated in proprietary 3 pin IP66 connectors These pigtail cables enter the fixture s housing through independent IP66 gland nuts The functions of these cables are AC Input AC Output power linking DMX Input and DMX Output The COLORado 2 uses a display based control panel for programming functions Features 3 4 5 6 11 channel DMX R
29. r Strobe Auto and Custom Programs Auto Speed Adjust Dimmer Speed ID Address Function Green Blue Function Dimmer Green Blue Function Green Blue White Function Dimmer Green Blue White Function Dimmer Green Blue White Strobe Function Hue Saturation Value COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b v Introduction CHAUVET Product Overview Safety cable passageway Power In Power Out DMX In DMX Out 2 A Control Panel 0 33 in 8 5 mm 05in 13mm COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b 5 Setup v CHAUVET 3 Setup AC Power The COLORado 2 has an auto ranging power supply that can work with an input voltage range of 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Make sure that you are connecting this product to the proper voltage as per the specifications in this guide the product s user manual or on the product s sticker Always connect the COLORado 2 to a protected circuit with an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire To determine the power requirements for the COLORado 2 see the label affixed to the side of the fixture Alternatively you may refer to the corresponding specifications chart in the Technical Information chapter of this manual The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation For more information you may download the Sizing the Circuit Breakers
30. r DOWN to select a color value 0 255 7 Repeat for the other colors 8 Press MENU to exit once done Continues on the next page COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b NE Operation Continued from previous page White Balance This setting allows the user to select the white color shown by the COLORado 2 when the DMX controller s Red Green and Blue faders are set to 255 Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until CAL2 shows press lt gt to accept 2 Press MENU again at RGBW 3 Use UP or lt to select a color Red Green or Blue 4 Use UP or DOWN to select a color value 0 255 5 Repeat for the other colors 6 Press lt gt to exit once done STAG Notes These notes intend to clarify the way the STAG DMX personality works Master Dimmer e Channel 1 controls the intensity of the currently projected color e When the slider is at the highest position 255 the intensity of the output is at its maximum Red Green amp Blue Channels 2 3 4 and 5 control the intensity ratio of each of the Red Green Blue amp White Color and White LEDs Selecti When the slider is at the highest position 255 the intensity of each color is at its SICCHON maximum You can combine channels 2 3 4 and 5 to create over 16 million colors Color Macros e Channel 6 selects the required Color Macro e Channel 6 has priority over channels 2 3 4 and 5 e C
31. se without its written consent For better results print this document in color on letter size paper 8 5 x 11 inches double sided If using A4 paper 210 x 297 mm configure your printer to scale the content of this document to A4 paper Any person in charge of installing operating and or maintaining the COLORado 2 should read the guide that shipped with it as well as this manual in their entirety before installing operating or maintaining this product CHAUVET believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects However CHAUVET assumes no responsibility for any error or omissions in this document CHAUVET reserves the right to revise this document and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of CHAUVET to notify any person or company of such revision or changes This does not constitute in any way acommitment by CHAUVET to make such changes CHAUVET may issue a revision of this manual or a new edition of it to incorporate such changes CHAUVET Publications Hot Line Document Revision Product at a Glance If you have any comments about the accuracy of this document or general suggestions regarding how we can improve it please call us at 800 762 1084 US callers or 1 954 929 1115 international callers You can download the latest versions of all CHAUVET products manuals from www chauvetlighting com The COLORado 2 User Manual Re
32. ted but not modified A sequence of menu options to be followed A range of menu values of which one can be selected A set of mutually exclusive menu options to choose A value to be entered or selected Meaning This icon indicates critical installation configuration or operation information Failure to comply with this information may render the fixture partially or completely inoperative damage third party equipment or cause harm to the user This icon indicates important installation or configuration information Failure to comply with this information may prevent the fixture from functioning correctly This icon indicates useful although non critical information The term used throughout this document refers to the USITT DMX512 A L5 transmission protocol COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b Before you Begin Safety Notes Personal Safety Mounting and Rigging Power and Wiring Operation Expected LED Lifespan Please read the following notes carefully because they include important safety information about the installation usage and maintenance of this product It is important to read all these notes before starting to work with this product There are no user serviceable parts inside the COLORado 2 Any reference to servicing this unit you may find from now on in this User Manual will only apply to properly CHAUVET certified technicians Do not open the housing
33. to 3 Auto 4 Auto 5 Auto 6 Auto 7 Auto 8 Auto 9 Auto 10 Custom 1 Custom 2 Custom 3 Custom 4 Custom 5 Custom 6 Custom 7 Custom 8 Custom 9 Dimmer Speed Continues on the next page COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b 15 Operation STAG Cont D ARC2 ARC2 D 16 Continued from previous page Channel Function Value Setting 000 lt 009 All IDs 010 lt 019 101 020 029 10 2 030 039 ID 3 040 lt gt 049 104 050 lt gt 059 ID 5 060 lt gt 069 ID6 070 lt gt 079 10 7 080 089 ID8 090 lt gt 099 109 100 lt gt 109 ID 10 110 lt gt 119 ID 11 120 129 1012 130 139 ID 13 140 149 10 14 150 159 10 15 160 169 ID 16 170 179 10 17 180 189 ID 18 190 lt 199 ID 19 200 gt 209 ID 20 210 ID 21 211 ID 22 11 ID Address Channel Function Value 1 Red _______ 000 2 255 0 100 2 Green 1000 255 0 100 3 Blue 000 lt gt 255 0 100 Channel Function Value 1 000 255 0 100 2 ______ 000 6 255 0 100 3 Gren _____ 000 255 0 100 4 Blue 000 lt gt 255 0 100 Channel Function Value 1 ______ 000 255 0 100 2 Green 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 4 000 lt gt 255 0 100 Channel Function Value 1 000 lt gt 255 0 100 2 0004 255 0 100 3 Green _____000 255 0 100 4 77 000 255 0 100 5 White 000 lt gt
34. units 2 Atthe master unit press MENU repeatedly until SET shows press ENTER to accept 3 Use UP or DOWN to select UPLD press ENTER to accept 4 When prompted enter the fixture access password as shown in Control Panel Lock 5 Wait for the upload process to finish before disconnecting the fixtures During and after the upload the master and slave units will visually indicate the status of the process as follows e Yellow means that the upload is running Red means that the upload failed due to an error Green means that the upload completed successfully This setting allows the user to reset the COLORado 2 fixture to its default values including the custom programs 1 Press MENU repeatedly until SET shows press ENTER to accept 2 Use UP or DOWN to select REST press ENTER to accept 3 When prompted enter the master access password as shown in Control Panel Lock 4 Wait for the reset process to finish This setting allows the user to select and edit the temperature of the white colors used in the Macro DMX channel 1 Press MENU repeatedly until CAL 1 shows press ENTER to accept 2 Use UP or DOWN to select a white color WT 1 11 3 Press ENTER to accept This selects the white color as it is To edit it do as follows 4 Use UP or DOWN to select a color Red Green Blue or White 5 Press ENTER to accept 6 Use UP o
35. v 03b supersedes all previous versions of this manual Please discard any older versions of this manual you may have whether in printed or electronic format and replace them with this version Author Editor Manager PD Manager O Desmonteix D Couppe M Graham F Sellers Use on Dimmer Auto Programs Outdoor Use Auto ranging Power Supply Sound Activated Replaceable Fuse DMX User Serviceable Master Slave Duty Cycle COLORado 2 User Manual Rev 03b Table of Contents Table of Contents iL Vou BEGIN ette 1 Va ooo oo o Typo pC 1 CONME o Oo ETE 1 wIZUCAMeccm I S 2 Expected LED E 2 2 WTO GUCTION Put 3 3 e 3 FOIOS CE 3 OPON dM UL a EI ne ne Eee er ene M O 3 ________ _ _________ s 4 F FOOUGCT OV GIVICW S 5 OO E E 6 AG POW E E E AUCH EU 6 edem ER 6 F wer Heise ET
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