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User Manual

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(800) 762-1084 – (954) 929-1115

FAX (954) 929-5560 www.chauvetlighting.com

T

ABLE OF

C

ONTENTS

1. Before You Begin ...................................................................................................................................... 3

W

HAT IS INCLUDED

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U

NPACKING

I

NSTRUCTIONS

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M

ANUAL

C

ONVENTIONS

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I

CONS

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S

AFETY

I

NSTRUCTIONS

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LED E

XPECTED

L

IFESPAN

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2. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................... 5

F

EATURES

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Additional Features ................................................................................................................................................... 5

Options ..................................................................................................................................................................... 5

DMX C

HANNEL

S

UMMARY

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Product Overview ...................................................................................................................................................... 7

3. SETUP ........................................................................................................................................................ 8

AC P

OWER

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M

OUNTING

................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9

Orientation ................................................................................................................................................................ 9

Rigging ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9

F

IXTURE

L

INKING

..................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Data Cabling ........................................................................................................................................................... 10

DMX Data Cable ..................................................................................................................................................... 10

Cable Connectors ................................................................................................................................................... 10

3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart .............................................................................................................................. 11

Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link .......................................................................................................................... 11

M

ASTER

/S

LAVE

F

IXTURE

L

INKING

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4. Operating Instructions.............................................................................................................................12

C

ONTROL

O

PTIONS

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DMX control without ID address .............................................................................................................................. 12

DMX addressing with ID address ............................................................................................................................ 12

Setting the Starting DMX address ........................................................................................................................... 13

C

ONTROL

P

ANEL

F

UNCTIONS

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Password Menu Lockout ......................................................................................................................................... 13

Upload Customs ..................................................................................................................................................... 13

Menu Map ............................................................................................................................................................... 14

DMX C

HANNEL

V

ALUES

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STAGE 1 ................................................................................................................................................................ 16

BLOCK ................................................................................................................................................................... 18

ARC1 ARC1+D ............................................................................................................................................. 18

ARC2 ARC2+D ............................................................................................................................................. 18

I

MPORTANT

N

OTES ABOUT

STAGE 1 DMX O

PERATION

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C

ONTACT

U

S

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5. Appendix ...................................................................................................................................................20

DMX P

RIMER

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G

ENERAL

M

AINTENANCE

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R

ETURNS

P

ROCEDURE

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C

LAIMS

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P

HOTOMETRIC

D

ATA

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COLOR

DASH

™ B

LOCK

S

ERVICE

M

AINTENANCE

G

UIDE

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E

XPLODED

V

IEW

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W

IRING

D

IAGRAM

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T

ECHNICAL

S

PECIFICATIONS

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COLORdash™ Block User Manual 2 6/19/2009 4:54 PM

1.

B

EFORE

Y

OU

B

EGIN

What is included

 1 x

COLORdash™ Block



1 x Power cable with plug

 1 x 6.6 ft (2 m) power linking cable

 1 x Safety eyebolt

 1 x Warranty Card

 1 x User Manual

Unpacking Instructions

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. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or if the carton itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing.

Manual Conventions

This manual uses the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information from the regular text.

C ONVENTION

M EANING

[10]

<Menu>

1 ~ 512

Settings

A range of values

An option shown on the display not to be modified (for example, showing the operating mode/current status)

MENU > Settings A sequence of menu options to be selected

ON

“Appendix”

A DIP switch to be configured.

A key to be pressed on the fixture’s control panel

A value to be entered or selected

A section of the manual

Icons

I CONS

This manual uses the following icons to indicate information that requires special attention on the part of the user.

M EANING

This paragraph contains critical installation, configuration or operation information. Failure to comply with this information may render the fixture partially or completely inoperative, cause damage to the fixture or cause harm to the user or technician.

This paragraph contains important installation or configuration information. Failure to comply with this information may prevent the fixture from functioning correctly.

This paragraph reminds you of useful, although not critical, information.


Safety Instructions

Please read these instructions carefully because they include important information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product.

There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Any reference to servicing the unit you may find from now on will only apply to properly certified technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs unless you are one of them.

In the unlikely event that your unit may require service, please contact CHAUVET at

(954) 929-1115.

Keep this Manual for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, make sure that they also receive this Manual.

Always make sure that you are connecting the unit to the proper voltage, as per the specifications.

Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to replace with same fuse type.

This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to rain or moisture.

Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain.

Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate the fixture at temperatures higher than this.

In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately!

Never connect the device to a dimmer pack.

Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.

Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.

Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.

Do not daisy chain power to more than 20 units @ 120 V or 30 units @ 230 V.

Please refer to all applicable local codes and regulations for proper installation of this fixture.

LED Expected Lifespan

LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time. HEAT is the dominant factor that leads to the acceleration of this decline. Packaged in clusters, LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in ideal or singular optimum conditions. For this reason when all color LEDs are used at their fullest intensity, life of the LEDs is significantly reduced. It is estimated that a viable lifespan of 40,000 to

50,000 hours will be achieved under normal operational conditions. If improving on this lifespan expectancy is of a higher priority, place care in providing for lower operational temperatures. This may include climatic-environmental and the reduction of overall projection intensity.


2.

I

NTRODUCTION

Features

3, 4, 5, 9, 11 or 12-channel DMX LED wash light (with ID addressing)

Operating modes

3-channel: RGB control

4-channel: RGB, dimmer

4-channel: RGB+W control

5-channel: RGB+W, dimmer

11-channel: RGB+W, ID, dim, strobe, macro, fan control, automatic, custom

12-channel: RGB for individual block control

Blackout/static/dimmer/strobe/pulse

RGB+W color mixing with or without DMX controller

Built-in automated programs via master/slave

Recall custom programs via master/slave or DMX

Adjustable fan speeds

Additional Features

High-power, 1 W (350 mA) LEDs

Additional power output: (IEC) max 20 units @ 120 V or 30 units @ 230 V

LCD display with password protection

Control independent or multiple combinations of the LED modules/clusters

Transfer custom programs between fixtures

Double-bracket yoke that doubles as floor stand

Options

33 ft (10 m) power extension cable (EXT-2)


DMX Channel Summary

The COLORdash ™ Block has six DMX channel configurations. These are referred to as “Personalities” in this manual and in the fixture onboard control panel. The six personalities are: STAGE 1, BLOCK, ARC 1, ARC 1 + D, ARC 2, ARC 2 + D.

Each of the different personalities can be accessed from the control panel. Please see sectio n on “Control Panel

Functions” for a description on how to access these.

[STAGE 1] C HANNEL

1

D

Dimmer

ESCRIPTION

2

3

Red

Green

4

5

6

7

Blue

White

Color Macro

Strobe

8

9

10

11

Auto & Custom Programs

Auto Speed Adjustment

ID Address Selection

Block Selection

[ARC 1] C HANNEL

1 Red

2

3

Green

Blue

D ESCRIPTION

[ARC2] C HANNEL

1

2

Red

Green

D ESCRIPTION

3 Blue

4 White

[BLOCK]

[ARC1+D]

[ARC 2+D]

C HANNEL

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

C HANNEL

1

2

3

4

C HANNEL

1

2

3

4

5

D ESCRIPTION

Block 1 - Red

Block 1 - Green

Block 1 - Blue

Block 2 - Red

Block 2 - Green

Block 2 - Blue

Block 3 - Red

Block 3 - Green

Block 3 - Blue

Block 4 - Red

Block 4 - Green

Block 4 - Blue

D ESCRIPTION

Dimmer

Red

Green

Blue

D ESCRIPTION

Dimmer

Red

Green

Blue

White


Product Overview

Control Panel

Height

Length

Power Link Out

Width

Bracket Adjustment

Knob

Power Out

Power In

DMX Out

DMX In


3.

SETUP

AC Power

This fixture has an auto-switching power supply that can accommodate a wide range of input voltages

(100 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz). Before powering on the unit, make sure the line voltage to which you are connecting it is within the range of accepted voltages.

This fixture is designed for power linking from one COLORdash™ Block to another COLORdash™

Block fixture. This is done with IEC extension cables.

Always connect the fixture to a switched circuit. Never connect the fixture to a rheostat

(variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used only as a 0

to 100% switch.

To determine the power requirements for a particular fixture, see the label affixed to the back plate of the fixture or refer to the fixture’s specifications chart. A fixture’s listed current rating indicates its average current draw under normal conditions.

Always connect the fixture to a circuit with a suitable electrical ground.


Mounting

Orientation

This fixture may be mounted in any safe position, provided there is adequate room for ventilation.

Rigging

The fixture includes a mounting yoke to which a rigging clamp can be attached. You must supply your own clamp and make sure the clamp is capable of supporting the weight of this fixture. You can order

“C” and “O” clamps from any CHAUVET dealer or distributor (CLP-15, CLP-06 recommended).

If you are using this fixture for down lighting, you must use at least one safety cable/chain for each fixture in addition to the double-bracket yoke.

If hanging the fixture for overhead use, please follow the below steps:

1) Block access below the work area and use a suitable and stable platform when installing or servicing fixture.

2) Always use safety cables. The safety cable must be capable of holding 10 times the weight of the fixture.

3) Verify that the structure can hold 10 times the weight of all to-be installed fixtures.

Hanging Clamp

The hanging clamp is sold separately

Double-bracket yoke

Blocks 1-4


Fixture Linking

You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX controller or to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a master/slave operating mode. The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fixtures the data link can support.

The fixtures must be linked using DMX cable in a daisy chain (serial) fashion. To comply with the EIA-485 standard, no more than 32 fixtures should be connected on one daisy chain without using a DMX optically-isolated splitter. Doing otherwise may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal.

USITT recommends limiting the total length of the DMX cable (from the first fixture/controller to the last fixture) to 300 ~ 455 m (985 ~ 1,500 ft).

Data Cabling

To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables. You can purchase CHAUVET certified DMX cables directly from a dealer/distributor or construct your own cable. If you choose to create your own cable, please use data-grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference.

DMX Data Cable

Use a Belden© 9841 or equivalent cable which meets the specifications for EIA RS-485 applications.

Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances. The cable must have the following characteristics:

Type:

Maximum capacitance between conductors:

Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield:

Maximum resistance:

Nominal impedance: shielded, 2-conductor twisted pair

30 pF/ft

55 pF/ft

20 ohms/1000 ft

100 – 140 ohms

Cable Connectors

The cable must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end.

INPUT

DMX connector configuration

1

3

2

COMMON

DMX +

DMX

-

1

3

2

OUTPUT

1

3

2

120 ohm, ¼ W resistor between pin 2 (DMX -) and pin 3 (DMX +) on the output of the last fixture.

To avoid signal transmission problems and interference, it is always advisable to connect a DMX

signal terminator.

Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common can cause a ground loop, and your fixture may perform erratically. Test cables with an ohmmeter to verify correct polarity, and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other.


3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart

If you use a controller with a 5-pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5-pin to 3-pin adapter. CHAUVET Model No: DMX5M, or DMX5F.

The chart below details a proper cable conversion:

Conductor

Ground/Shield

Data ( - ) signal

Data ( + ) signal

Not used

Not used

3-P IN TO 5-P IN C ONVERSION C HART

3-Pin Female (Output)

Pin 1

Pin 2

Pin 3

5-Pin Male (Input)

Pin 1

Pin 2

Pin 3

Pin 4

Pin 5

Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link

1. Connect the (male) 3-pin connector side of the

DMX cable to the output (female) 3-pin connector of the controller.

2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the controller which will have a (female) 3-pin connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3-pin connector.

3. Then, proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on.

CHAUVET Certified DMX Data Cables

Order Code Description

DMX1.5

DMX4.5

DMX10

DMX Cable 1.5 m/4.9 ft

DMX Cable 4.5 m/14.8 ft

DMX Cable 10 m/32.8 ft

Universal DMX Controller

This drawing provides a general illustration of the

DMX input/output panel of a lighting fixture.

Master/Slave Fixture Linking

Continue the link

1. Connect the (male) 3-pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3-pin connector of the first fixture.

2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a (female) 3-pin connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3-pin connector. Then, proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on.

Often, the setup for Master-Slave and Standalone operation requires that the first fixture in the chain be initialized for this purpose via settings in the control panel. Secondly, the fixtures that follow may also require a slave setting. Please consult the

“Operating Instructions” section in this manual for complete instructions for this type of setup and configuration.

Slave Slave Master


4.

O

PERATING

I

NSTRUCTIONS

Control Options

The COLORdash™ Block is addressable in the DMX range of 001 to 512. In its simplest control form, this allows for the control of up to 46 fixtures in the 11-channel Stage 1 personality; however, a secondary ID address system exists for use in a limited DMX universe and architectural environments. The ID address system allows the user to assign up to 66 fixtures within the same

DMX address; in effect, multiplying the control of COLORdash™ Block within a single universe to

3,036 fixtures. The COLORdash ™ Block ID address system is accessed using DMX channel 10

(Stage 1). Consideration must be placed when programming live performances or cues that need to trigger on demand or on a time line. So, to remain within one-second execution time, program no greater than 10 fixtures on ID addressing per DMX channel.

DMX control without ID address

The COLORdash™ Block operates on 12 channels of DMX (STAGE 1). Address each fixture in increments of 11 channels. (for example: 1, 12, 23, 34, 45, etc.) To save time you can use the same

DMX address for each fixture. All fixtures will then respond simultaneously to control. You may also group your fixtures and address those groups alike for faster programming and control.

1. Access the control panel function by pressing <MENU> until the RUN is displayed.

2. Press <ENTER> and use the <UP/DOWN> to select DMX function.

3. Then, Press <MENU> until ADDRESS is displayed.

4. Pres <ENTER>.

6. Use <UP/DOWN> to increase or decrease channels between 001 and 512.

7. Press <ENTER> to confirm action. Then press <MENU> to exit.

Deactivate ID addressing in each fixture by setting panel function ID ON/OFF to OFF.

MENU>SETTINGS>ID ON/OFF>OFF

If ID addressing is not deactivated in the fixture’s control panel function, unintended results may occur if values are present in channel 10. Make sure values on channel 10 are set to 0.

DMX addressing with ID address

1. Follow instructions 1 ~ 7 in the previous section for DMX addressing.

2. Activate ID addressing in each fixture by setting panel function ID ON/OFF to ON.

MENU>Settings>ID ON/OFF>ON]

3. For every DMX starting address the user can set 66 separate ID addresses.

4. Set ID addresses in each fixture by setting panel function ID address to incremental values.

(for example: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, etc.).

MENU>Settings>ID address>01~66

5. ID addresses are accessible using channel 10 (Stage 1).

DMX Address: 001

ID Address: 01

DMX Address: 001

ID Address: 02

DMX Address: 001

ID Address: 03

DMX Address: 013

ID Address: 01

DMX Address: 013

ID Address: 02

DMX Address: 013

ID Address: 03

The figure above shows a simple DMX layout which has used three units at each DMX address. The three units have different ID addresses which allows the user to collectively control the whole group of units at that DMX address by setting channel 10 to 0, or to control each unit independently by first selecting the DMX address and then by using channel 10 to locate the target

ID address.

Universal DMX Controller


Setting the Starting DMX address

Each fixture requires a starting address from 1 through 512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data on the channel indicated by the starting address. For example, a fixture that occupies or uses seven channels of DMX and is addressed to start on DMX channel 100, will read data from channels: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105 and 106. Choose starting addresses so that the channels used do not overlap. In addition, you should note the starting address selected for future reference. The COLORdash ™ Block uses up to 12 channels of DMX

(BLOCK). If this is your first time using DMX, we recommend reading the “DMX Primer” in the

“Appendix” section.

Control Panel Functions

All fixture functions and settings are accessible via the built-in control panel interface.

MENU ENTER UP DOWN

B UTTON

MENU

ENTER

UP

F UNCTION

Exits from the current menu or function

Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the currently selected value in to the selected function

Navigates upwards through the menu list and increases the numeric value when in a function

DOWN

Navigates downwards through the menu list and decreases the numeric value when in a function

Password Menu Lockout

The

COLORdash™ Block has a password lock-out feature. Enable/disable this by using the Control Panel.

This feature uses a default, non-changeable, password of <UP>, <DOWN>, <UP>, <DOWN>.

After 30 seconds of inactivity, the lockout will automatically engage once it has been enabled.

Upload Customs

The custom programs in the COLORd ash™ Block may be transferred (copied) from one fixture to another, thus giving the ability to have to only program them on a single fixture, and then duplicate this on several others. This is referenced in the control panel as Upload. Follow the steps below for this process. On all fixtures that are going to receive the upload, set them on SLAVE operation.

1. Disconnect from DMX controller.

2. Using DMX cables, daisy chain the slave fixtures from the output of the fixture with the custom program to be copied to the other fixtures.

3. Press <MENU>.

4. Use <UP/DOWN> to select Settings in the control panel and press <ENTER>.

5. Use <UP/DOWN> to select Upload Customs. Press <ENTER>.

6. Use <UP/DOWN> to input the password. The customs portion of the screen will begin to flash.

Press <ENTER> to confirm and begin the transfer. Uploading Customs will display.

7. The slave fixtures will display green if the transfer is successful. They will display red if the transfer

The units receiving the new custom programs from the master must be set to “SLAVE”.

Otherwise, they will not allow receipt of the programs.


Menu Map

M AIN F UNCTION S UB -F UNCTION S ELECTION I NSTRUCTION

1. STATIC

(Static Color)

Red

Green

Blue

White

000 ~ 255*

(0 ~ 100%)

*Strobe range is

0~20 Hz

User can combine Red, Green, Blue and

White to generate a custom color

Select strobing frequency between 0 and 20 Hz

2. AUTO

Strobe

Auto

Custom

(1~10)

(1~10)

Choose from 10 automatic programs

Choose from 10 programs that be customized under the “edit custom” menu option

3. ADDRESS

4. RUN

5. PERSON

(Personality)

001 ~ 512

DMX/Slave

Stage 1

Block

Arc1

Arc1+D

Arc2

Arc2+D

Sets the DMX starting address

Sets the operating mode for the fixture: to receive signal from a DMX controller

(DMX) or to receive signal from the DMX out of another fixture

11-channel RGBW+DMS, ID

12-channel RGB for each block (1 of 4)

3-channel RGB

4-channel RGB+D

4-channel RGBW

5-channel RGBW+D

6. ID

(ID Address)

0~66 Assigns the ID address to a fixture

7. SETTINGS

8. PASSWORD

ID On/Off

Reset to factory? (Password required)

Upload custom? (Password required)

On/Off

Turns ID addressing on or off

Resets the fixture to the default, factory settings

Uploads a fixture’s custom program to another fixture (same fixture only)

Turns the password on or off (after 30 s of no activity, the control panel will turn on after selecting On)

9. EDIT

(Edit Custom)

10. FANS

Custom (1~10)

-(Scene 01-30)

Red

Green

Blue

White

Strobe

Time

Fade

AUTO

HIGH

NORMAL

LOW

OFF

User can combine Red, Green, Blue and

White to generate a custom color

(0~255)

Select strobing frequency (0 ~ 20 Hz)

(0~255)

(0~255)

Fan speed controlled automatically

Fan speed at its maximum

Fan speed at its median

Fan speed at its lowest/most quiet

Fan off

When the fan speed is at normal, low, or off the fixture will automatically override the speed as a protection, if the temperature becomes too hot.

The default factory password is <UP>, <DOWN>, <UP>, <DOWN>.



DMX Channel Values

The COLORdash ™ Block has six DMX channel configurations: STAGE 1, BLOCK, ARC 1, ARC 1 +

D, ARC 2, and ARC 2 + D.

STAGE 1

C

HANNEL

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

V

ALUE

F

UNCTION

000  255

000  255

000  255

000  255

000  004

005  255

000  010

011  020

021  030

031  040

041  050

051  060

061  070

071  080

081  090

091  100

101  110

111  120

121  130

131  140

141  150

151  160

161  170

171  180

181  190

191  200

201  210

211  220

221  230

231  240

241  250

251  255

000  255

000  010

011  035

036  060

061  085

086  110

111  135

136  160

161  185

186  210

211  215

216  220

221  225

226  230

231  235

236  240

241  245

246  250

251  255

Dimmer

0  100%

Red

(or STEP TIME when CUS.01-10 in CH.8 is activated)

0  100%

Green

(or FADE TIME when CUS.01-10 in CH.8 is activated)

0  100%

Blue

0  100%

White

0  100%

Color Macro + White Balance

No Function

Red 100%/ Green Up/ Blue 0%

Red Down/ Green 100%/ Blue 0%

Red 0%/ Green 100%/ Blue Up

Red 0%/ Green Down/Blue 100%

Red Up/ Green 0%/Blue 100%

Red 100%/ Green 0%/ Blue Down

Red 100%/ Green Up/ Blue Up

Red Down/ Green Down/ Blue 100%

White 1: 3200 K

White 2: 3400 K

White 3: 4200 K

White 4: 4900 K

White 5: 5600 K

White 6: 5900 K

White 7: 6500 K

White 8: 7200 K

White 9: 8500 K

Strobe

No Function

0  20 Hz

Fans, Auto + Custom Programs

Set to display fan setting

Fans OFF (hold channel value for 5 seconds)

Fans LOW (hold channel value for 5 seconds)

Fans NORMAL (hold channel value for 5 seconds)

Fans HIGH (hold channel value for 5 seconds)

Fans AUTO (hold channel value for 5 seconds)

Auto 1

Auto 2

Auto 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

Custom 10

000  255 Auto Speed (only when CH.7 is between 061 ~ 255)


STAGE 1 (Cont.)

C HANNEL

9

C HANNEL

11

V ALUE

000  009

010  019

020  029

030  039

040  049

050  059

060  069

070  079

080  089

090  099

100  109

110  119

120  129

130  139

140  149

150  159

160  169

170  179

180  189

190  199

200  209

210

211

V ALUE

000  010

011  021

022  032

033  043

044  054

055  065

066  076

077  087

088  098

099  109

110  120

121  131

132  142

143  153

154  164

165  175

176  186

187  197

198  208

209  219

220  230

231  241

242  255

ID

ID 14

ID 15

ID 16

ID 17

ID 18

ID 19

ID 20

ID 21

ID 22

All IDs

ID 1

ID 2

ID 3

ID 4

ID 5

ID 6

ID 7

ID 8

ID 9

ID 10

ID 11

ID 12

ID 13

F UNCTION

Block

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 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 3, Block 4

ID A DDRESSING

V ALUE

220

221

222

223

224

225

212

213

214

215

216

217

218

219

226

227

228

229

230

231

232

233

234

ID

ID 23

ID 24

ID 25

ID 26

ID 27

ID 28

ID 29

ID 30

ID 31

ID 32

ID 33

ID 34

ID 35

ID 36

ID 37

ID 38

ID 39

ID 40

ID 41

ID 42

ID 43

ID 44

ID 45

V ALUE

243

244

245

246

247

248

235

236

237

238

239

240

241

242

249

250

251

252

253

254

255

ID

ID 46

ID 47

ID 48

ID 49

ID 50

ID 51

ID 52

ID 53

ID 54

ID 55

ID 56

ID 57

ID 58

ID 59

ID 60

ID 61

ID 62

ID 63

ID 64

ID 65

ID 66


BLOCK

C HANNEL V ALUE

1

2

3

4

5

6

F UNCTION

000  255

Block 1 Red

0  100%

000  255

Block 1 Green

0  100%

000  255

Block 1 Blue

0  100%

000  255

000  255

000  255

Block 2 Red

0  100%

Block 2 Green

0  100%

Block 2 Blue

0  100%

C HANNEL

7

8

9

10

11

12

V ALUE

000  255

000  255

000  255

000  255

000  255

000  255

F UNCTION

Block 3 Red

0  100%

Block 3 Green

0  100%

Block 3 Blue

0  100%

Block 4 Red

0  100%

Block 4 Green

0  100%

Block 4 Blue

0  100%

ARC1 ARC1+D

ARC2

C HANNEL

1

2

3

V ALUE F UNCTION

000  255

Red

0  100%

000  255

Green

0  100%

000  255

Blue

0  100%

C HANNEL V ALUE

1

2

3

4

F UNCTION

000  255

Dimmer

0  100%

000  255

Red

0  100%

000  255

000  255

Green

0  100%

Blue

0  100%

ARC2+D

C HANNEL V ALUE

1

2

3

4

F UNCTION

000  255

Red

0  100%

000  255

Green

0  100%

000  255

Blue

0  100%

000  255

White

0  100%

C HANNEL V ALUE

1

2

3

4

5

F UNCTION

000  255

Dimmer

0  100%

000  255

Red

0  100%

000  255

Green

0  100%

000  255

000  255

Blue

0  100%

White

0  100%


Important Notes about STAGE 1 DMX Operation

Master Dimmer

Channel 1 controls the intensity of the currently projected color

When the slider is at the highest position (255), then the intensity of the output is at the maximum.

Red, Green Blue and White Color Selection

Channels 2, 3, 4 and 5 control the intensity ratio of each of the Red, Green, Blue, & White

LEDs.

Channels 2, 3, 4 and 5 can be combined together to create over 42 billion color combinations.

Strobe

Channel 7 controls the strobe of Channels 2 through 5.

Channel 7 has priority over Channels 2, 3, 4, & 5.

Speed of the strobe is adjustable from 0 ~ 20 Hz.

Color Macros

Channel 6 selects the required Color Macro.

Channel 6 has priority over Channels 2, 3, 4, & 5.

Channel 1 is used to control the intensity of the current Color Macro.

ID Address Selection

Use channel 10 to select the target ID address.

Each independent DMX address can have up to 66 ID addressed fixtures.

ID address 0 allows control of all fixtures simultaneously.

Auto & Custom Programs

Channel 8 selects the preset Auto/Custom programs 1~10

When activating the Auto/Custom programs, it is then possible to control the Step time and

Fade time by using Channels 2 & 3, respectively.

Contact Us

W o r l d W i d e

General Information

Technical Support

World Wide Web

Chauvet Lighting

3000 North 29 th

Court

Hollywood, FL 33020 voice: fax: toll free:

954.929.1115

954.929.5560

800.762.1084 www.chauvetlighting.com voice: (954) 929-1115 - (Press 4) fax: (954) 929-5560 - (Attention: Service) www.chauvetlighting.com


5.

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PPENDIX

DMX Primer

There are 512 channels in a DMX connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A fixture capable of receiving DMX will require one or a number of sequential channels. The user must assign a starting address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the controller. There are many different types of DMX controllable fixtures and they all may vary in the total number of channels required. Choosing a start address should be planned in advance. Channels should never overlap. If they do, this will result in erratic operation of the fixtures whose starting address is set incorrectly. You can however, control multiple fixtures of the same type using the same starting address as long as the intended result is that of unison movement or operation. In other words, the fixtures will be slaved together and all respond exactly the same.

DMX fixtures are designed to receive data through a serial Daisy Chain. A Daisy Chain connection is where the DATA OUT of one fixture connects to the DATA IN of the next fixture. The order in which the fixtures are connected is not important and has no effect on how a controller communicates to each fixture. Use an order that provides for the easiest and most direct cabling.

Connect fixtures using shielded two conductor twisted pair cable with three pin XLR male to female connectors. The shield connection is pin 1, while pin 2 is Data Negative (S-) and pin 3 is Data positive (S+). CHAUVET carries 3-pin XLR DMX compliant cables, DMX10 (33’), DMX-4.5 (15’) and

DMX1.5 (5’)


General Maintenance

To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently. Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency. As a general rule, fixtures should be cleaned at least twice a month. Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduced LED life and increased mechanical wear. Be sure to power off fixture before conducting maintenance.

Unplug fixture from power. Use a vacuum or air compressor and a soft brush to remove dust collected on external vents and internal components; be sure to prevent the fans from turning during this process, as it can cause damage to the fans. Clean all glass when the fixture is cold with a mild solution of glass cleaner or Isopropyl Alcohol and a soft lint free cotton cloth or lens tissue. Apply solution to the cloth or tissue and drag dirt and grime to the outside of the lens. Gently polish optical surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.

The cleaning of external optical lenses must be carried out periodically to optimize light output.

Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates: damp, smoky or particularly dirty surrounding can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the unit’s optics. Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid. Always dry the parts carefully. Clean the external optics at least every 20 days.

Returns Procedure

Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing; call tags will not be issued.

Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandize Authorization Number (RMA #).

Products returned without the RMA # will be refused. Call CHAUVET and request an RMA # prior to shipping the fixture. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return. Be sure to pack fixture properly; any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the customer’s responsibility. As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is always a safe method to use.

CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace product(s).

Note: If you are given an RMA #, please include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box:

1) Your name

2) Your address

3) Your phone number

4) The RMA #

5) A brief description of the symptoms

Claims

Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise. It is the customer's responsibility to notify and submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is damaged due to shipping. Any other claim for items such as missing component/part, damage not related to shipping, and concealed damage, must be made within seven (7) days of receiving merchandise.


Photometric Data


COLORdash ™ Block Service Maintenance Guide

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General low light intensity

White LED does not illuminate

Both red, green or blue LED’s are not illuminating

Only one red, green or blue

LED illuminates

None of the

LEDs are illuminating

Breaker/Fuse keeps blowing

Device does not power up

(no display)

Fixture is not responding to

DMX

Loss of signal

Dirty lens assembly

Misaligned lens assembly

Faulty LED

Faulty LED driver

Opened LED. If any red, green or blue LED opens up, the other

LED will not illuminate. This is because they are connected in series.

Faulty LED driver

Short-circuited LED. If any red, green or blue LED shortens, only the other LED will illuminate. This is because they are connected in series.

Faulty LED PCB

Faulty LED Driver PCB

No Auto or Static mode response; faulty main PCB

Excessive circuit load

Short circuit along the power wires

No power

Loose power cord

Faulty internal power supply

Faulty Main Board

Wrong DMX addressing

Damaged DMX cables

Wrong polarity settings 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

Clean the fixture regularly.

Install lens assembly properly.

Replace the LED PCB (Part#: P222-CDBLED).

Replace the LED Driver PCB (Part # P172-CDBDRV).

Replace the LED PCB (Part#: P222-CDALED).

Replace the LED Driver PCB (Part # P172-CDBDRV).

Replace the LED PCB (Part#: P222-CDBLED).

Replace LED PCB (Part#: P222-CDBLED)

Replace LED Driver PCB (Part#: P172-CDBDRV)

Replace Main PCB (Part#: P170-CDBDSY)

Check total load placed on the electrical circuit.

Check for a short in the electrical wiring (internal and/or external).

Check for power on Mains.

Check power cord

Replace internal power supply (Part#: P140-CDBELTR)

Replace Main PCB (Part#: P170-CDBDYS)

Check Control Panel and unit addressing

Check DMX cables

Check polarity switch settings on the controller

Check cable connections

Replace DMX interface (Part#: P170-CDBDMX)

Replace Main PCB (Part#: P170-CDBDYS)

Use only DMX compatible cables

Install terminator as suggested.

Install amplifier 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 have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET

Technical Support. (See “Contact Us”)


Exploded View

Description

1 Front black plastic Cover

2 LED lens (1 of 4)

3 Electronic Transformer 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz

4 Display/Master PCB

5 Bracket/Floor stand

6 Bracket Knob

7 Power/signal input/output

8 LED Driver PCB

9 Cooling fan 12 V, 0.16 A

10 Main Case Cover (X2)

11 LED metal-core PCB assembly

12 Plastic clear lens cover with rubber insulator

13 Fuse holder 250 V, 6.3 A

14 Safety attachment point (eyebolt)

15 M10 screw

COLORdash™ Block User Manual 24

P111-CDBBFC

Part #

P200-CDBLENS

P140-CDBELTR

P170-CDBDSY

P110-CDBRKT

P111-M1KNOB

P111-M1PWR(POWER)

P111-M1SIG(SIGNAL)

P172-DCBDRV

P130-CDBFAN

P100-CDBPLTB

P222-CDBLED

P111-CDBFCP

P110-M1FUSEH

P100-CDBEYE

P100-CDBM10

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Wiring Diagram


Technical Specifications

WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS

Length ................................................................................................................................... 9.8 in (250 mm)

Width ..................................................................................................................................... 7.7 in (195 mm)

Height ...................................................................................................................................... 6 in (150 mm)

Weight .................................................................................................................................. 4.6 lbs (2.08 kg)

POWER

Autoswitching internal power supply ....................................................................... 100 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption @ 120 V, 60 Hz ............................................................................... 41.2 W (0.5 A) max

Power Consumption @ 230 V, 50 Hz ............................................................................... 40.2 W (0.3 A) max

Additional Power Output .............................................................................................. 20 units max @ 120 V

Additional Power Output .............................................................................................. 30 units max @ 230 V

LIGHT SOURCE

LED ...............................................................1 W, 350 mA, 28 (8 Red, 8 Blue, 8 Green, 4 White), 50,000 hrs

PHOTO OPTIC (WITH 18° LENS ASSEMBLY)

Luminance @ 2 m ........................................................................................................................... 1,690 lux

Beam Angle .............................................................................................................................................. 17°

Field Angle ............................................................................................................................................... 32

COOLING

Forced air cooling ........................................................................................................... 40x18 mm, 12 V fan

Maximum ambient operating temperature ................................................................................ 104° F (40° C)

CONTROL & PROGRAMMING

Data input ........................................................................................................locking 3-pin XLR male socket

Data output ................................................................................................... locking 3-pin XLR female socket

Data pin configuration ...................................................................................... pin 1 shield, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+)

Protocols .......................................................................................................................... USITT DMX-512-A

DMX Channels ................................................................................ User Configurable: 3, 4, 5, or 9 channels

STANDARD ORDERING INFORMATION

COLORdash™ Block ................................................................................................... COLORDASHBLOCK

Power extension cable ......................................................................................................................... EXT-2

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Warranty .................................................................................................................... 2-year limited warranty


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