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COLORband™ PiX User Manual Rev. 6 

Product at a 

Glance 

Use on Dimmer 

x

 

Auto Programs 

P

 

Outdoor Use 

x

 

Auto-ranging Power Supply 

P

 

Sound-Activated 

P

 

Replaceable Fuse 

P

 

DMX 

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User-Serviceable 

x

 

Master/Slave 

P

 

 

 

 

 

Safety Notes 

Please read the following Safety Notes  carefully before working  with  the  product. The 
Notes include important safety information about installation, usage, and maintenance. 

 

 

 

 

Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution. 

 

Always disconnect the product from power before cleaning it or replacing the fuse. 

 

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

 

Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged. 

 

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

 

If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a 
safety cable. 

 

Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product during operation. 

 

Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.  

 

 

 

 

Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the 
product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product. 

 

The product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not 
expose the product to rain or moisture. 

 

Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least  
20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.  

 

Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked. 

 

Never connect the product to a dimmer or rheostat. 

 

Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating. 

 

Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the 
hanging/mounting brackets. 

 

The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate the 
product at higher temperatures.  

 

In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.  

 

Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to 
damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance 
center. 

 

 

 

Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell the product to another user, be 
sure that they also receive this document. 

 

 

Summary of Contents for COLORband PiX

Page 1: ...User Manual ...

Page 2: ...g 7 Mounting 8 Orientation 8 Rigging 8 CBB 6 Instructions 9 4 Operation 10 Control Panel Operation 10 Menu Map 10 Configuration DMX 11 DMX Personalities and Starting Address 11 Zone Control 11 DMX Channel Assignments and Values 12 7 CH 12 3 CH 12 4 CH 12 6 CH 13 9 CH 13 12 CH 14 18 CH 14 36 CH 15 Configuration Standalone 16 Static Color Mode 16 Automatic Mode 16 Custom Static Color Mode 16 Master ...

Page 3: ...ly one can be chosen Settings A menu option not to be modified Menu Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed ENTER A key to be pressed on the product s control panel ON A value to be entered or selected Icons Icon Meaning Critical installation configuration or operation information Failure to comply may cause the product to not work damage it or cause harm to the user Important installat...

Page 4: ...ecause it may be very hot Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product The product is for indoor use only IP20 To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose the product to rain or moisture Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation at least 20 in 50 cm from adjac...

Page 5: ... Rev 6 Page 5 of 21 2 INTRODUCTION Overview Dimensions Power In 5 pin DMX Connectors 3 pin DMX Connectors Sound Sensitivity Knob Microphone Display and Control Buttons U Bracket x2 Power Out Bracket Adjustment Knob Fuser Holder ...

Page 6: ...lectrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire Never connect the product to a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100 switch Fuse Replacement Follow the instructions below to change the fuse if necessary Disconnect the product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse 1 Wedge the tip of a flat head screwdriver...

Page 7: ... up to 11 COLORband PiX units on 120 VAC or up to 20 COLORband PiX units on 230 VAC The power linking diagram shown above corresponds to the North American version of the product ONLY If using the product in other markets you must consult with the local CHAUVET distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may differ in your country or region 1 st Product 2 nd Product 3 rd Product Other...

Page 8: ... product securely to a rigging point whether an elevated platform or a truss When rigging the product onto a truss use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity When power linking multiple products you must always consider the length of the power linking cable and mount the products close enough for the cable to reach The bracket adjustment knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming ...

Page 9: ...ets The final assembly should appear similar to this Advanced Assembly Options The CBB 6 is fully stackable Use the included screws to attach another CBB 6 to the top of the bracket for additional rows of lights Do NOT connect more than two CBB 6 brackets vertically for a maximum of 12 strip lights Before mounting the CBB 6 onto any structure ensure that the structure onto which you are mounting t...

Page 10: ... a lower value ENTER Press to activate a menu option or a selected value Menu Map Mode Programming Steps Description Static Colors C C1 Red C2 Green C3 Blue C4 Cyan C5 Magenta C6 Yellow C7 White Auto Programs P P1 7 Color Switching P2 7 Color Fading P3 3 Color Switching P4 3 Color Fading P5 Chase Program P6 7 Color Sound Active P7 7 Color Sound Active Chase Strobe Program Speed S S001 S100 Selects...

Page 11: ...MX channels the selected DMX mode uses If the starting address is too high access to some of the product s channels will be restricted If you are not familiar with DMX download the DMX Primer from www chauvetlighting com To select the DMX personality do the following 1 Press MENU repeatedly until 3 CH 4 CH 6 CH 7 CH 9 CH 12CH 18CH or 36CH shows on the display 2 Press ENTER to choose your DMX perso...

Page 12: ...55 0 30 Hz 6 Auto Programs 000 ó 031 No function 032 ó 063 Pulse effect 0 100 064 ó 095 Pulse effect 100 0 096 ó 114 Pulse effect 100 0 100 115 ó 127 Chase program 128 ó 159 Auto fade transition 160 ó 191 Auto snap transition 3 colors 192 ó 223 Auto snap transition 7 colors 224 ó 255 Sound Active mode 7 Dimmer 000 ó 255 0 100 3 CH Channel Function Value Setting 1 Red 000 ó 255 0 100 2 Green 000 ó ...

Page 13: ...e 000 ó 255 0 100 4 Red 000 ó 255 0 100 2 5 Green 000 ó 255 0 100 6 Blue 000 ó 255 0 100 7 Red 000 ó 255 0 100 3 8 Green 000 ó 255 0 100 9 Blue 000 ó 255 0 100 6 CH Channel Function Value Setting Zone 1 Red 000 ó 255 0 100 1 2 Green 000 ó 255 0 100 3 Blue 000 ó 255 0 100 4 Red 000 ó 255 0 100 2 5 Green 000 ó 255 0 100 6 Blue 000 ó 255 0 100 ...

Page 14: ... 11 Green 000 ó 255 0 100 12 Blue 000 ó 255 0 100 13 Red 000 ó 255 0 100 5 14 Green 000 ó 255 0 100 15 Blue 000 ó 255 0 100 16 Red 000 ó 255 0 100 6 17 Green 000 ó 255 0 100 18 Blue 000 ó 255 0 100 12 CH Channel Function Value Setting Zone 1 Red 000 ó 255 0 100 1 2 Green 000 ó 255 0 100 3 Blue 000 ó 255 0 100 4 Red 000 ó 255 0 100 2 5 Green 000 ó 255 0 100 6 Blue 000 ó 255 0 100 7 Red 000 ó 255 0 ...

Page 15: ...0 ó 255 0 100 5 14 Green 000 ó 255 0 100 15 Blue 000 ó 255 0 100 16 Red 000 ó 255 0 100 6 17 Green 000 ó 255 0 100 18 Blue 000 ó 255 0 100 19 Red 000 ó 255 0 100 7 20 Green 000 ó 255 0 100 21 Blue 000 ó 255 0 100 22 Red 000 ó 255 0 100 8 23 Green 000 ó 255 0 100 24 Blue 000 ó 255 0 100 25 Red 000 ó 255 0 100 9 26 Green 000 ó 255 0 100 27 Blue 000 ó 255 0 100 28 Red 000 ó 255 0 100 10 29 Green 000 ...

Page 16: ...l P shows on the display 2 Press ENTER 3 Use UP or DOWN to choose your auto program P1 P7 4 Press ENTER You can adjust the speed of the automatic program as well 1 Press MENU repeatedly until S shows on the display 2 Press ENTER 3 Use UP or DOWN to adjust the duration of each step of the automatic program from S001 slow to S100 fast 4 Press ENTER When using the sound active auto programs the produ...

Page 17: ...and PiX as master unit with the COLORband PiX Mini When a COLORband PiX is the master unit and COLORband PiX Minis are slave units the submenu A1 A126 found under SLA in the master unit will select how many slave units are attached to it Selecting A A1 or A A2 on the COLORband PiX Minis will tell the master unit which side of the strip the Minis are on The combination of number and direction setti...

Page 18: ...the product follow the instructions below 1 Unplug the product from power 2 Wait until the product is at room temperature 3 Use a vacuum or dry compressed air and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external surface vents 4 Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution ammonia free glass cleaner or isopropyl alcohol 5 Apply the solution directly to a soft lint free cotton cloth...

Page 19: ...umber before shipping the product Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return You must send the merchandise prepaid in its original box and with its original packing and accessories CHAUVET will not issue call tags Clearly label the package with the RMA number CHAUVET will refuse any product returned without an RMA number Write the RMA ...

Page 20: ... Address Unit 1C Brookhill Road Industrial Estate Pinxton Nottingham UK NG16 6NT Voice 44 0 1773 511115 Fax 44 0 1773 511110 Technical Support Email uktech chauvetlighting com World Wide Web www chauvetlighting co uk MEXICO CHAUVET Mexico General Information Address Av Santa Ana 30 Parque Industrial Lerma Lerma Mexico C P 52000 Voice 52 728 285 5000 Technical Support Email servicio chauvet com mx ...

Page 21: ... units 8 A 11 units 8 A 20 units Fuse F 2 A 250 V F 2 A 250 V Power I O US Worldwide UK Europe Power input connector IEC IEC Power output connector Edison IEC Power Cord plug Edison U S Local plug Light Source Type Power Lifespan LED 3 W 50 000 hours Color Quantity Current Tri color 12 1 050 mA Photo Optic Parameter Strobe Rate 0 to 30 Hz Illuminance 2 m 2 325 lux Beam angle 20 Field angle 34 Ther...

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