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4. Operating Instructions 

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3/31/2010 5:02 PM 

Fixture Linking 

 
In order to use this fixture in a DMX or master/slave operation, you must daisy chain using DMX cables to link 
from one fixture to another. In a master/slave operation, the DMX controller is not connected. 
 
 

Additional signal 

link out 

DMX controller 

(only in DMX operation) 

Fixture #1

 

Fixture #2

 

Fixture #3

 

Summary of Contents for COLORband RGD

Page 1: ... 33020 U S A 800 762 1084 954 929 1115 FAX 954 929 5560 www chauvetlighting com User Manual Snapshot Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound Activated DMX Master Slave Auto ranging Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle ...

Page 2: ...E REPLACEMENT 8 MOUNTING 8 Orientation 8 Rigging 8 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9 CONFIGURING THE STARTING ADDRESS 9 CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS 9 MENU MAP 10 DMX OPERATION 11 MASTER SLAVE 11 STANDALONE OPERATION 12 Automatic 12 Sound Active 12 Preset Colors 12 Custom Static Color Mixing 12 Fixture Linking 13 DMX CHANNEL VALUES 14 5 APPENDIX 18 DMX PRIMER 18 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 18 DATA CABLING 19 DMX Data...

Page 3: ...regular text CONVENTION MEANING 10 A DIP switch to be configured Menu A key to be pressed on the fixture s control panel 1 512 A range of values 50 60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen Settings A menu option not to be modified for example showing the operating mode current status MENU Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed ON A value to be entered or selected Icons This m...

Page 4: ...ct from power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to replace with same fuse source Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain Maximum ambient temperature Ta is 104 F 40 C Do not operate fixture at temperatures higher than this In the event of a serious operating problem stop using the unit immediately Never try to repair the unit by yourself Repairs carried out by un...

Page 5: ...mer 12 channel RGB control of 4 sections each pair 24 channel RGB control of 8 sections each LED Static colors and RGB color mixing with or without DMX controller Built in automated programs via master slave or DMX with variable speed Built in sound activated programs via master slave or DMX Pulse effect with adjustable speed Additional Features High power 1 W 350 mA LEDs Additional power output m...

Page 6: ... 31 2010 5 02 PM Product Overview Single yoke Hanging Standing Brackets 2 Bracket Adjustment Knobs 2 Power Link Out Power In Fuseholder DMX In DMX Out Microphone Adjustment Knob Control Board Double yoke hanging bracket ...

Page 7: ...h 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 Power Linking This fixture contains power linking via the edison out...

Page 8: ... When rigging consider routine maintenance and control panel access Please see the following steps for installation If the power link out is intended to be used with multiple fixture take into account the length of each power cable and mount the fixtures close enough to one another to accommodate for this When aiming the fixtures you may use the bracket adjustment knob Loosen the knob adjust to th...

Page 9: ...ORband RGB fixture uses up to 24 DMX channels If this is your first time using DMX we recommend reading the DMX Primer section in the Appendix Control Panel Functions Access control panel functions using the four buttons located directly underneath the LED display on the control panel The Control Panel shows the current state of the unit It is used to select the operating mode as well as the sub f...

Page 10: ...hannel DMX mode RGB dimmer Select 6 channel DMX mode RGB control of 2 sections Select 7 channel DMX mode RGB macros run speed strobe automatic sound dimmer Select 12 channel DMX mode RGB control of 4 sections Select 24 channel DMX mode individual control of each LED Red Select between 7 static colors The display will read The colors that each of these represent are indicated to the left Green Blue...

Page 11: ...is the operating mode which will allow 1 fixture to act as the master and control all of the other slave fixtures You must set both the master and the slave s fixtures to the correct mode for this operation Master Settings 1 Connect the fixtures with DMX cables as shown in the Fixture Linking section 2 Use any one of the standalone modes for the master unit This includes and Slave Settings 1 Press...

Page 12: ...hese are accessed via the control panel Please see the instructions below for further explanation 1 Press MENU until appears on the LED screen 2 Press ENTER 3 Using UP and DOWN select the desired color preset 4 Press ENTER to confirm settings Custom Static Color Mixing This fixture has the ability to accept custom static color settings These are accessed via the control panel Please see the instru...

Page 13: ...this fixture in a DMX or master slave operation you must daisy chain using DMX cables to link from one fixture to another In a master slave operation the DMX controller is not connected Additional signal link out DMX controller only in DMX operation Fixture 1 Fixture 2 Fixture 3 ...

Page 14: ...ly No Function Slow Fast 6 Hz 18 Hz 6 000 031 032 063 064 095 096 127 128 159 160 191 192 223 224 255 Mode RGB mode Pulse effect 0 100 using RGB faders Pulse effect 100 0 using RGB faders Pulse effect 100 0 100 using RGB faders Chase program Auto snap transition 3 colors Auto snap transition 7 colors Sound triggering mode When CH 6 is set between 032 223 CH 5 controls the speed 7 000 255 Dimmer In...

Page 15: ...een Dimmer 0 100 3 000 255 Blue Dimmer 0 100 4 000 255 Dimmer Intensity 0 100 6 CH Mode CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION SECTION 1 000 255 Red Dimmer 0 100 1 2 000 255 Green Dimmer 0 100 3 000 255 Blue Dimmer 0 100 4 000 255 Red Dimmer 0 100 2 5 000 255 Green Dimmer 0 100 6 000 255 Blue Dimmer 0 100 1 2 Power Input ...

Page 16: ...Dimmer 0 100 3 000 255 Blue Dimmer 0 100 4 000 255 Red Dimmer 0 100 2 5 000 255 Green Dimmer 0 100 6 000 255 Blue Dimmer 0 100 7 000 255 Red Dimmer 0 100 3 8 000 255 Green Dimmer 0 100 9 000 255 Blue Dimmer 0 100 10 000 255 Red Dimmer 0 100 4 11 000 255 Green Dimmer 0 100 12 000 255 Blue Dimmer 0 100 1 3 2 4 Power Input ...

Page 17: ...55 Red Dimmer 0 100 6 5 000 255 Green Dimmer 0 100 17 000 255 Green Dimmer 0 100 6 000 255 Blue Dimmer 0 100 18 000 255 Blue Dimmer 0 100 7 000 255 Red Dimmer 0 100 3 19 000 255 Red Dimmer 0 100 7 8 000 255 Green Dimmer 0 100 20 000 255 Green Dimmer 0 100 9 000 255 Blue Dimmer 0 100 21 000 255 Blue Dimmer 0 100 10 000 255 Red Dimmer 0 100 4 22 000 255 Red Dimmer 0 100 8 11 000 255 Green Dimmer 0 1...

Page 18: ...e 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 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 ...

Page 19: ...your fixture may perform erratically Test cables with an ohm meter to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other 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...

Page 20: ... CHART Conductor 3 Pin Female Output 5 Pin Male Input Ground Shield Pin 1 Pin 1 Data signal Pin 2 Pin 2 Data signal Pin 3 Pin 3 Not used Pin 4 Not used 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 connect...

Page 21: ... wiring internal and or external Device does not power up No power Check for power on power outlet Loose power cord Check power cord Fixture is not responding to DMX Wrong DMX addressing Check Control Panel and unit addressing Damaged DMX cables Check DMX cables Wrong polarity settings on the controller Check polarity switch settings on the controller Loose DMX cables Check cable connections Fault...

Page 22: ... 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 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 ...

Page 23: ...ower Consumption 120 VAC 60 Hz 41 W 0 6 A max 0 2 A inrush Power Consumption 230 VAC 50 Hz 41 W 0 3 A max 0 2 A inrush Power output 10 units max Fuse F 2 A 250 V LIGHT SOURCE LED 24 1 W 8 red 8 green 8 blue 50 000 hrs PHOTO OPTIC Luminance 1 m 2 200 lux Beam Angle 56 Field Angle 70 THERMAL Maximum ambient temperature 104 F 40 C ORDERING INFORMATION COLORband RGB COLORBANDRGB WARRANTY INFORMATION W...

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