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LED-BANK4 User Manual 

 

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DMX Primer 

There are 512 channels in a DMX-512 connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A 

fixture capable of receiving DMX-512 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, DMX-10 (33

), DMX-4.5 (15

) and DMX-1.5 (5

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Note! 

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. 
The chart below details a proper cable conversion: 
 

3

 

P

IN TO 

5

 

P

IN 

C

ONVERSION 

C

HART

 

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 

Do not use 

 

Do not use 

Do not use 

 

Do not use 

 

COMMON 

DMX + 

DMX - 

INPUT 

OUTPUT 

Resistance 120 
ohm 1/4w between 
pin 2 (DMX -) and 
pin 3 (DMX +) of 
the last fixture. 

Termination reduces signal errors and to 

avoid signal transmission problems and 

interference, it is always advisable to 

connect a DMX signal terminator. 

DMX connector configuration 

Summary of Contents for COLORbank 4

Page 1: ...CHAUVET 3000 N 29 th Ct Hollywood FL 33020 U S A 800 762 1084 954 929 1115 FAX 954 929 5560 www chauvetlighting com 2006 04 18 16 44 LED BANK4 COLORbank 4 USER MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...R 6 MOUNTING 6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7 USING THE CONTROL PANEL 7 Control Panel Modes Functions 7 MASTER SLAVE STAND ALONE 8 Built in programs detailed 8 DMX CONTROL MODE 9 Daisy Chain Connection 9 DMX mode setup 9 About DMX addressing 10 CONTROLLING MULTIPLE COLORBANKS AS ONE DEVICE 10 APPENDIX 11 DMX PRIMER 11 Fixture Linking 11 DMX CHANNEL VALUES 12 RETURNS PROCEDURE 13 CLAIMS 13 TECHNICAL SPEC...

Page 3: ...u are connecting to the proper voltage and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on decal or rear panel of the fixture This product is intended for indoor use only To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose fixture to rain or moisture Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating The unit must be installed in a location with a...

Page 4: ...n page 12 in the Appendix section Blackout and Static Flashing colors INTRODUCTION Features 4 channel DMX 512 LED bank system Operating modes o Blackout and static flashing colors o RGB color mixing o Color fade o Automatic built in programs with sound activation 304 LEDs divided into 4 surfaces 76 LEDs per surface o 40 red 18 green 18 blue diodes per bank RGB color mixing Built in color change pr...

Page 5: ...urface area IEC power input connector power link output COLORbank data link DMX input output connectors Microphone sensitivity dial Control panel Built in microphone Mode Enter Up Down LED display Mode Indicator Number display Striplight linear attachment accessory 1 2 Product Overview ...

Page 6: ...heostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for a 0 to 100 switch Before applying power to a fixture check that the source voltage matches the fixture s requirement All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Earth Ground Power Cable Configuration CABLE EU CABLE US PIN INTERNATIONAL BROWN Black Live L BLUE White Neutral N YELLOW ...

Page 7: ...rtain to that function 3 Press ENTER to enter the sub menus Control Panel Modes Functions MODE FUNC PROGRAM FUNCTION PROGRAM P RUN SPEED F FLASH SPEED C COLOR 001 Blackout Yes 002 Red Yes 003 Green Yes 004 Blue Yes 005 Yellow Yes 006 Purple Cyan Yes 007 White Yes 008 Color Change 1 Yes Yes 009 Color Change 2 Yes Yes 010 Color Change 3 Yes Yes 011 Color Change 4 Yes Yes 012 Color Change 5 Yes 013 C...

Page 8: ...ade P Run speed 023 Auto run sound active only MASTER UNIT Settings 1 Press the Mode button repeatedly until the display reads Act then press the Enter button 2 Select programs 001 023 by using the Up and Down buttons 3 Some programs have additional controls such as flash and run speed Press the Mode button once again to toggle additional functions then use the Up and Down buttons to change values...

Page 9: ... male 3 pin connector Then proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on DMX mode setup 3 Press the Mode button until the dispplay reads SyS then press Enter 4 Press the Up and Down buttons until the display reads S dAd then press Enter 5 Set the DMX address value by using the Up and Down buttons 6 Press the Mode button use the Up Down until the...

Page 10: ...on that will help you understand its use Controlling multiple COLORbanks as one device 1 Turn on all fixtures 2 On the first fixture press the Mode button until the dispplay reads SyS then press Enter 3 Press the Up and Down buttons until the display reads S dAd then press Enter 4 Set the DMX address value by using the Up and Down buttons 5 Press the Mode button use the Up Down until the display r...

Page 11: ...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 whi...

Page 12: ... 4 000 009 010 019 020 029 030 039 040 049 050 059 060 069 070 079 Static Colors Blackout Red Green Blue Yellow Purple Cyan White Flash Speed 000 249 Sound Active 250 255 080 089 090 099 100 109 110 119 Color Changes Color change 1 Color change 2 Color change 3 Color change 4 Flash Speed 000 249 Sound Active 250 255 120 129 130 139 Color change 5 Color change 6 140 149 150 159 160 169 170 179 180 ...

Page 13: ... damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the customer s responsibility CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace product s As a suggestion proper UPS packing or double boxing is always a safe method to use 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 ...

Page 14: ... pin XLR female socket 2nd female XLR for linking purposes only Data pin configuration pin 1 shield pin 2 pin 3 Protocols DMX 512 USITT DMX Channels 4 FUSE Main 20mm Glass 2A 250W Fast Blow LEDS Quantity of LEDs 304 Total divided into 4 surface areas Red 40 Green 36 Blue 36 in each area ORDERING INFORMATION COLORbank 4 LED BANK4 FUSE 2A 250W P170FUSE002 Technical Support Address Service Dept 3000 ...

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