COLORdash Quad - QSG Rev. 01d
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1. 15 units max 120 V 30 units max 230 V Light Source 1 V 350 mA 36 12 Red 12 Green 12 Blue 50 000 hrs PHOTO OPTIC Luminance 2 m with included 25 x 6 lens assembly 1 227 198 Beam ul a RR nn o OA RENDER 25 x 10 o PANE DE E E C END SU RA 00 46 x 21 Temperature 8215 51811 A Fan cooled 50 x 18 mm 24 V fan Maximum ambient operating temperature eee e e ee eee eee eee 104 F 40 C Control amp Programming DALA locking 3 pin and 5 pin XLR male socket Data Output eee locking 3 pin and 5 pin XLR female socket Data pin configuration eeessseseeeeenessseennnnsseenenennnnenn pin 1 5 1610 pin 2 pin 3 USITT DMX512 A DMX Channels User Configurable 3 4 10 or 12 channels Ordering Information COCOR dA DIM ON COLORDASHQUAD 15 Optical Lens kit 20 pcs ee een CL20X15 307 Opucal Lens AA PES erenn nrn eni AEREE AAAA CLENS3009 26 x 6 Optical Lens kit 20 DES een Installed Power extension Cable EXT 2 Optional Controller COLORado M Controller u a COLOR CON WARRANTY INFORMATION e PR E PU EI gt limited warranty COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide Rev 02 STD 157 Copyrigh2. Quick Start Guide COLORdash a Table of Contents Table of Contents Ts IBOIOFE VOU Begijnen What is included ABOUTI OVOG e tS ro a a a Ou ob A ll fe A Bere M Text Conventions 82 C V IM685 RE O Expected LED Lifespan 333 2232 2 3_ 2 _ _ _ __ XII 6 8 a 8866 PETS de ts des dine ee Da pa a dines Product Overview _______ Lens Replacement DMX Linking LX 260 6855 00 PE REPO E E A E I A ODOFO E 10 Control Panel Description sese eee ee 10 Control OOUONS A A ie 10 Basic SENOS vto zes ae ee ee Bee ea ee Be ne 10 2 3 2 3 lt _ _ _ _ _ _ __ 13 DVDS OS Re O oh ooo den 14 5 LECHNI s T skus kuk kakaa aaa gan danada cando 17 GeneralMaintenance massas 17 HOD ada cate ates otc dinate teats e 17 a oo 3 15 O A 17 17 ec T 17 Technieal Speeilieations 18 COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide Before you Begin 1 Before you
3. ARC 1 3 channel RGB ARC1 D 4 channel RGB D 1 6 NA Assigns the ID address to a fixture Upload Password Uploads a fixture s custom program to another fixture same fixture only Resets the fixture to the default factory Password settings Turns the password on or off If set to On On Off N A you will have to enter the password each time you power up the fixture Red 000 255 Green 000 255 User can combine Red Green and Blue to generate a custom color 0 100 Custom Scene Blue 000 255 1 10 01 30 Strobe 00 20 Selects the strobing frequency 0 20 Hz Defines the step duration 0 100 Defines the fade duration 0 100 It keeps the fans off However 1f the LEDs reach a temperature gt 60 the fans will start automatically regardless of the fan setting OW N A Adjusts the fans to the quietest speed NORMAL Adjusts the fans to the medium speed Adjusts the fan s to its fastest speed gt rm C j O Automatically turns on the fans when needed COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide 13 Operation DMX Values STAGE 1 Channel Function Dimmer 10000 255 100 14 1 Value Percent Setting 0 100 When CUS 01 10 in CH 8 is activated 0 100 Green 0002 Step Time When CUS 01 10 in CH 8 is activated Blue 0000 25 0 100 Color Macro White Balance 3 400 K 4 200 K 4 900 K 5 600 K 5 900 K 6 500 K 7 200 K 8 500 K 000 U 009 No Func
4. Begin What is One COLORdash Quad One linking screw included One power cable with plug One side floor mount One 6 ft 2 m power linking cable One warranty card One stacking bracket One Quick Start Guide About this This COLORdash M Quad Quick Start Guide is a condensed version of the Guide COLORdash Quad user manual which users can download from the CHAUVET Web site www chauvetlighting com Unpacking Immediately upon receiving a fixture carefully unpack the carton Check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and have been received in good condition If you have detected a problem refer to the Claims section in the Technical Information chapter of the COLORdash Quad user manual for complete instructions on how to make a claim Text Convention Meaning Conventions 1 512 A range of values 50 60 A set of mutually exclusive values in the text Claims A fixture function a new term or a section or chapter lt SET gt A button to be pressed on the fixture s control panel Settings A MODE option MODE gt Settings A sequence of MODE options to be followed 1 10 A range of MODE values Yes No A set of mutually exclusive MODE options ON A value to be entered or selected Icons Icons 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
5. COLORdash Quad by attaching the clamp directly to the housing Keep in mind that this way of mounting the COLORdash Quad provides limited angle adjustment Clamp Mounting Diagrams Horizontal Overhead in a ET ne IL Vertical Overhead a ET x PE N Vertical Stacking You may stack vertically up to three COLORdash Quad fixtures for a blinder effect by using the included stacking brackets Stacking Vertical Stacking bracket Diagram COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide 7 Setup When mounting the COLORdash Quad in vertical stack fashion always use clamps with long pan bolt to prevent the bracket flanges from interfering with the truss T When mounting the C COLORdash Quad in vertical stack fashion use a safety loop for each COLORdash Batten unit Horizontal You may stack horizontally up to three COLORdash Quad fixtures for a Stacking strip light effect useful for runways or cycloramas Stacking 1 Remove the yoke that comes with each fixture to make room for the Procedure included linking screws 2 In the same location where the bracket attaches you have to install the linking screws as shown below 3 You may use the included stacking brackets for this configuration or you could simply attach the clamps directly to each fixture as showed in the previous page Hanging horizontal stacking two units with side safet
6. Yoke Mounting Diagram Read the safety notes at the beginning of this guide and follow their recommendations before mounting this product You can mount this product in any safe position CHAUVET recommends following the general guidelines below when mounting this product When selecting an installation location consider ease of access to the product for operation programming adjustments and routine maintenance Always mount this product making sure that there is adequate room around it for ventilation Do not expose this product to extreme temperature changes Maximum ambient temperature Ta is 104 F 40 C Do not operate this product at a higher temperature If mounting this fixture overhead make sure that the location where you are mounting it can support its weight Please see the Technical Specifications section of this guide for the weight requirement of this product This fixture includes a mounting yoke to which you can attach a rigging clamp You must supply your own C or O clamp and make sure that the clamp is capable of supporting the weight of this fixture CHAUVET recommends using at least two mounting points per fixture Overhead mounting Floor stand COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide Setup Clamp Mounting Each COLORdash Quad has three M10 sockets one on the back of the Procedure unit and one on each side used for the yoke adjustment knobs These sockets allow mounting the
7. only To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose this product to rain or moisture Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while operating When hanging this fixture always secure it to a fastening device using a safety chain not provided Never connect the COLORdash Quad to a dimmer pack Make sure this product s housing or cable are not cracked crimped or damaged Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable Maximum ambient temperature Ta is 104 F 40 C Do not operate the fixture at a higher temperature In case of a serious operating problem stop using this product immediately In the unlikely event that your COLORdash Quad may require service please contact CHAUVETO Technical Support Under normal conditions the LED s lifespan can be of 40 000 to 50 000 hours High temperature like that reached when LEDs are packed in clusters may reduce this lifespan To extend the LEDs lifespan expectancy lower the operational temperature by improving ventilation and reducing the external temperature as well as limiting the overall projection intensity COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide Introduction 2 Introduction Fixture at a Glance Features Additional Features Options Use on Dimmer X Auto Programs Auto ranging Power Outdoor Use Supply Sound Activated DMX B User Serviceable Master Slave P Duty Cycle P P DNE X X
8. the user This icon indicates important installation or configuration information Failure to comply with this information may prevent the fixture from functioning correctly 4 This icon indicates useful although non critical information A The term DMX used throughout this document refers to the USITT 1 512 transmission protocol COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide 1 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 The COLORdash Quad has no user serviceable parts inside it Any reference to servicing this fixture you may find within this guide or the downloaded user manual will only apply to properly CHAUVET certified technicians Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs unless you are one of them Please refer to all applicable local codes and regulations for proper installation of the COLORdash Quad Keep this guide and the user manual for future consultation If you sell the COLORdash Quad to another user make sure that they also receive these documents Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the fixture is on Always disconnect the COLORdash Quad from its power source before servicing This product is for indoor use
9. 3 4 10 or 12 channel DMX 512 LED linear wash light with ID addressing Operating modes 3 channel RGB 4 channel RGB dimmer 10 channel RGB ID dimmer macro strobe automatic custom module select 12 channel RGB control of each block RGB color mixing with or without DMX controller 10 built in automated programs via master slave or DMX Program and recall custom programs via master slave or DMX High power 1 W 350 mA LEDs Variable fan speed Includes 6 6 ft 2 m power extension cable LCD display with password protection Transfer custom programs between fixtures Double bracket yoke doubles as floor stand 3 or 5 pin DMX Multiple mounting options linear or array with included brackets COLORado Controller COLOR CON Optical systems 15 CL20X15 30 CLENS3009 25x6 installed COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide 3 Introduction Product Overview a2 in 3 2 in 32 in 2 in 80 mm 80 mm 20 mm 380 mm j 30in 126 DMX Out Power In Control Panel 4 COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide Setup 3 Setup AC Power This product 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 the COLORdash Quad to the proper voltage as per the specifications in this guide the product s manual or on the product s sticker an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or i Always co
10. Select a color value 000 255 or a strobe frequency 0 20 Auto Play 1 Goto MODE gt AUTO 2 Select a program AUTO 01 10 or CUSTOM 01 10 them However you can edit CUSTOM 01 10 programs see Edit AUTO 01 10 are fully configured programs and you cannot modify Custom Edit Custom 1 Goto MODE gt EDIT 2 Select a program CUSTOM 01 10 3 Select a scene SCENE 01 30 4 Select a color Red Green or Blue 5 Configure the color value 0 255 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the other colors 7 Configure the strobe frequency 0 20 8 Configure the Step and Fade timers 0 255 9 Repeat steps 4 to 8 for the other scenes Master Slave 1 On the Master fixture go t MODE gt AUTO 2 Select a program AUTO 01 10 or CUSTOM 01 10 3 On the Slave fixtures go to MODE gt RUN and select SLAVE A The master fixture becomes Master when in AUTO mode The slave fixtures will follow the program played by the Master Fan Setting 1 Goto MODE gt FANS 2 Select a setting OFF LOW NORMAL HIGH or AUTO a When in AUTO the fan speed automatically changes so the fixture s temperature does not exceed 60 F A When in the other settings the fan speed follow the predefine values c The fixture s controller will override any manual setting if the internal temperature rises to 60 F COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide 11 Operation Basic Settings Cont 12 Upload Customs Password Reset 1 Set all fi
11. ave operation COLOR CON The COLORdash Quad can work with a COLORado Controller COLOR CON In this case the linking is also through the standard DMX serial connection Please download the COLOR CON user manual for a detailed explanation of how to program and use it ID The COLORdash Quad uses the ID Addressing feature to increase the Add ressing number of addressable fixtures in the same DMX universe Download the COLORdash Quad user manual to learn in detail how to connect this fixture when using ID Addressing COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide 9 Operation 4 Operation Control Panel Description Control Options Basic Settings DMX Personality DMX Control Without ID Addressing O DMX Control With ID Addressing Button Function lt MODE gt Exits from the current MODE or function Enables the currently displayed MODE or sets the SENTER currently selected value into the selected function Navigates upwards through the MODE list and increases lt UP gt i the numeric value when in a function lt DOWN gt Navigates downwards through the MODE list and decreases the numeric value when in a function You can set the COLORdash Quad start address in the 001 512 DMX range This allows for the control of up to 51 fixtures in the 10 channel STAGE 1 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 fixt
12. k 1 Green 000 255 0 100 Block 1 Blue 00 255 0 100 Block2 Red 000 255 0 100 Block 2 Green 000 255 0 100 Block 2 Blue 000 255 0 100 Block3Red 000 255 0 100 Block 3 Green 1000 U 255 0 100 Block 3 Blue 000 255 0 100 Block 4 Red 000 255 0 100 Block 4 Green 000 255 0 100 12 Block 4 Blue 000 255 0 100 O O N 8 mh mb ARC 1 Channel Function Value Percent Setting 1 86 000 255 0 100 2 Green 000 255 0 100 3 Blue 000 255 0 100 ARC 1 D Channel Function Value Percent Setting 1 Dimmer 000 U 255 0 100 7 0 00 5 100 3 faren 000 255 o 100 4 Blue 000 255 0 100 16 COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide Technical Information 5 Technical Information General Download the COLORdash Quad user manual and refer to its Technical Maintenance Information chapter for a description on how to troubleshoot and maintain this fixture Always dry the external optics and glass surfaces carefully after cleaning them Never spin a fan using compressed air Repairs Download the COLORdash Quad user manual and refer to its Technical Information chapter for a description on how to troubleshoot this fixture If you need help troubleshooting your fixture contact CHAUVET Technical Support Returns Download the COLORdash Quad user manual and refer to i
13. nnect the COLORdash Quad to a protected circuit with fire To determine the power requirements for the COLORdash Quad see the sticker affixed to the product Alternatively you may refer to the Technical Specifications chart in the Technical Information chapter of this guide The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation Please refer to the Sizing the Circuit Breakers section in the Appendix chapter of the COLORdash Quad user manual resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel 1 Never connect the COLORdash Quad a rheostat variable serves only as a 0 to 100 switch Make sure to disconnect the product s power cord before replacing a A blown fuse and always replace it with a fuse of the same type and rating Fuse With a Phillips 2 head screwdriver unscrew the fuse holder cap from Replacement its housing Remove the blown fuse from the fuse holder cap and replace it with a good fuse of the exact same type and rating Screw the fuse holder cap back in its place and reconnect power Fuse Holder Diagram The fuse is located inside this fuse holder Power The COLORdash Quad supports power linking for up to 10 other Linking COLORdash Quad fixtures at 120 VAC The COLORdash Quad comes with a power input cord and a power linking cord COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide 5 Setup Mounting Orientation Rigging Procedure
14. t 2010 CHAUVET us er TO All rights reserved gy Printed in the P R C 16 COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide
15. tion 010U 255 0 20 Hz 000 010 Set to display fan setting 011 021 031 041 051 061 071 081 091 101 Fans Auto 111 Custom 121 Programs 131 141 151 161 171 181 191 201 211 231 241 251 U 020 Fans OFF hold for 5 seconds U 030 Fans LOW hold for 5 seconds U 040 Fans NORMAL hold for 5 seconds U 050 Fans HIGH hold for 5 seconds U 060 Fans AUTO hold for 5 seconds U 070 Auto 1 U 080 Auto 2 U 090 Auto 3 U 100 Auto 4 U 110 Auto 5 U 120 Auto 6 U 130 Auto 7 U 140 Auto 8 U 150 Auto 9 U 160 Auto 10 U 170 Custom 1 U 180 Custom 2 U 190 Custom 3 U 200 Custom 4 U 210 Custom 5 U 220 Custom 6 U 240 Custom 8 U 250 Custom 9 255 Custom 10 COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide Operation STAGE 1 Channel Function Value Percent Setting Cont 8 Auto Speed 000 U 255 10 100 When using Auto programs 9 ID Addressing Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 Block 4 Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 Block 4 Block 3 Block 4 Block 1 Block 2 Block 2 Block 3 Block 3 Block 4 Block 4 Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 Block 2 Block 3 Block 4 Block 3 Block 4 Block 1 Block 2 Block 4 Block 1 Block 3 Block 2 Block 1 Block 3 Block 1 Block 2 Block 4 Block 1 Block 2 Block 4 Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 Block 4 11 Block COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide 15 Operation BLOCK Channel Function Value Percent Setting Block Red 0000 255 0 100 Bloc
16. ts Technical Procedure formation chapter for a description on how to return this fixture to CHAUVET Claims Download the COLORdash Quad user manual and refer to its Technical Information chapter for a description on how to make a claim regarding this fixture if you received it damaged during shipping For other claims missing parts fixture not working etc contact CHAUVET Technical Support Contact Us World Wide 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 954 929 5560 Attention Service World Wide Web www chauvetlighting com 5 COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide 17 Technical Information Technical Specifications Weight amp Dimensions E E a a i a POUR AR mI O PR ETIE E 20 7 in 525 mm O 5 0 in 126 mm E o ee 7 0 in 180 mm 9 9 lbs 4 9 kg Power Auto ranging internal power Supply e eee 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 2 A 250 V Power consumption 120 V 60 Hz rim 59 W 0 8 A max Power consumption 230 V 50 Hz eee 58 W 0 47 A max Inrush current ee 0 74 A E 120 V 60 Hz 0 2 A 230 V 50 Hz Power Linking
17. ures you can control within a single universe You can access the fixture s ID address system from channel 9 when in the STAGE 1 personality To remain within a one second execution time you should program no more than 10 fixtures on ID addressing per DMX channel Carry out all the programming procedures indicated below from the control panel Refer to the MODE Options page to learn how the available Mode Options relate to each other Download the COLORdash Quad user manual for more programming instructions 1 Goto MODE gt PERSON and select any DMX personality 2 Make sure to rearrange the DMX addresses of all fixtures in the current DMX universe to avoid address overlapping 1 Select the STAGE 1 personality as indicated above 2 Goto MODE gt RUN and select DMX 3 Goto MODE gt DMX and select a starting DMX address 001 512 The ID Addressing feature is always active in the COLORdash Quad Unintended results may occur if DMX channel 975 value is higher than 0 when in STAGE 1 Make sure to set DMX channel 9 to 0 if using STAGE 1 1 Repeat steps 1 through 3 from DMX Control Without ID Addressing 2 Goto MODE gt ID and select an ID address 1 66 3 When in STAGE 1 channel 9 controls ID addressing COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide Operation Basic Settings Cont Static Colors 1 Goto MODE gt STATIC 2 Select a color or effect Red Green Blue or Strobe 3 Repeat for the other colors 4
18. xtures that are going to receive the upload to SLAVE operation 2 Disconnect the fixtures from the DMX controller 3 On the fixture whose custom programs you are going to copy go to MODE gt SET and select Upload 4 Enter the password and press lt ENTER gt a When the transfer starts all the fixtures will display yellow b If the upload is successful all the fixtures will show green c If the upload is unsuccessful the master and or slave fixtures will show red 1 Goto MODE gt LOCK 2 Select a setting On Off The Password is fixed lt UP gt lt DOWN gt lt UP gt and lt DOWN gt 1 Goto MODE gt SET gt Reset 2 Enter the password and press lt ENTER gt 3 When RESET shows press lt ENTER gt COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide Operation MODE Options Main Level 1 STATIC 2 AUTO 3 DMX 4 RUN 5 PERSON 6 ID 7 SET 8 LOCK 9 EDIT 10 FANS 2 Level 3 Level Description User can combine Red Green and Blue to Green generate a custom color Blue Auto 10 Choose from 10 automatic programs Choose from 10 programs that be Custom customized under the Edit Custom MODE option 001 812 Sets the DMX starting address Sets the operating mode for the fixture to receive signal from a DMX controller po DMX or to receive signal from the DMX out of another fixture STAGE 1 10 channel RGB D S M B ID BLOCK N A 11 channel RGB per block
19. y loops and one clamp Horizontal Stacking Diagrams Linking screw Floor standing horizontal stack three units with rear brackets and side floor stands exploded view Floor standing horizontal stack three units with rear brackets and side floor stands assembled 8 COLORdash Quad Quick Start Guide Setup Lens Please refer to the COLORdash M Quad user manual to learn how to Replacement change the product s lenses DMX Linking The COLORdash Quad can work with a DMX controller when linked using a regular DMX serial connection If you are not familiar with the DMX standard please download the COLORdash Quad user manual and refer to the DMX Primer and DMX Connectivity sections in the Appendix chapter DMX The COLORdash Quad uses a regular DMX data connection for its Connection DMX mode s and or personalities Download the COLORdash Quad user manual and refer to the Setup chapter to learn how to connect this fixture for DMX operation and the Operation Instructions chapter to learn in detail how to configure this fixture for DMX operation Master Slave The COLORdash Quad uses the DMX data connection for its Connection Master Slave mode Download the COLORdash Quad user manual and refer to the Setup chapter to learn how to connect this fixture for Master Slave operation and the Operation Instructions chapter to learn in detail how to configure this fixture for Master Sl
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