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Order code: 50705 

ColorCue 3 

IMPORTANT: 

The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of 
this manual or any unauthorized modification to the device. 
 

 

Never remove warning or informative labels from the unit. 

 

Never leave any cables lying around. 

 

Never use the device during thunderstorms, unplug the device immediately. 

 

Never leave various parts of the packaging (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, nails, etc.) within 
children’s reach, as they are potential sources of danger. 

 

Do not open the device and do not modify the device. 

 

Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals, as this will reduce the device’s life. 

 

Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device. 

 

Only use the device indoors, avoid contact with water or other liquids. 

 

Only operate the device after having checked if the housing is firmly closed and all screws are tightly 
fastened. 

 

Only operate the device after having familiarized with its functions. 

 

Always disconnect power from the mains, when device is not used or before cleaning! Only handle 
the power cord holding it by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the power cord. 

 

Make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust. 

 

Make sure that the power cord is never crimped or damaged. Check the device and the power 
cord from time to time. 

 

Use only the supplied AC power adapter.

 

If the device was dropped or struck, disconnect mains power supply immediately. Have a qualified 
engineer inspect for safety before operating. 

 

If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not 
switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your device. Leave the 
device switched off until it has reached room temperature. 

 

If your device fails to work properly, discontinue the use immediately. Pack the unit securely 
(preferably in the original packing material), and return it to your Showtec dealer for service. 

 

For adult use only. The device must be installed beyond the reach of children. Never leave the unit 
running unattended. 

 

The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the device. The manufacturer will not 
accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device. 

 

This device falls under protection class II. 

 

Repairs and servicing must be carried out by a qualified technician. 

 

WARRANTY: Till one year after date of purchase. 

 
 

Operating Determinations 

 

This device is not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the 
device will serve you for a long time without defects. 

 

The maximum ambient temperature t

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 = 40 °C must never be exceeded. 

 

The relative humidity must not exceed 50 % with an ambient temperature of 40 °C. 

 

If this device is operated in any other way, than the one described in this manual, the product may 
suffer damages and the warranty becomes void. 

 

Any other operation may lead to dangers like short-circuit, burns, electric shock, crash etc. 

 

You endanger your own safety and the safety of others! 

 

Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property! 

 

 

Summary of Contents for 50705

Page 1: ...ColorCue 3 V1 Highlite International B V Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrade the Netherlands Order code 50705 MANUAL ENGLISH...

Page 2: ...Selection Mode vs Parameter Selection Mode 10 Strobe 10 Blackout 10 Flash 10 Hold 10 Clear the Programmer 11 Manual Operating Mode 11 Create a Scene in Bank A Double Control Mode 11 Create a Scene in...

Page 3: ...udes Showtec ColorCue 3 AC power adapter with 4 interchangeable AC plugs Europe UK US JP AUS NZ User manual Safety Instructions Every person involved with the installation operation and maintenance of...

Page 4: ...upply immediately Have a qualified engineer inspect for safety before operating If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation e g after transportation do not switch it on immediate...

Page 5: ...umber 04 A brief description of the symptoms Claims The client has the obligation to check the delivered goods immediately upon delivery for any short comings and or visible defects or perform this ch...

Page 6: ...channels 6 DMX channels per fixture MIDI Yes Memories 1000 Display LCD Connections 3 pin DMX signal connector OUT USB input connector no function DC input connector 5 pin MIDI connectors THRU OUT IN...

Page 7: ...ntrol D Modes buttons with LEDs J UV control E RED DIRECTION control K BANK A master fader and flash button with LED F GREEN SPEED control L BANK B master fader and flash button with LED G BLUE FADE c...

Page 8: ...troller to a power outlet with the supplied AC power adapter Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing Damages caused by non observance are not subject to warrant...

Page 9: ...enter setup mode The LED on the button will start blinking Refer to LEDs Type Setup on page 8 and to MIDI Address Setup on page 9 for more information about the available settings in this mode 02 Pres...

Page 10: ...ll display the correct starting DMX address of each fixture Approach 2 If you select all fixtures first and then set the LEDs type only the starting DMX address of the last fixture will be displayed o...

Page 11: ...tically disables the other mode The UV control J does not have a double function It functions only in color selection mode Strobe You can add strobe effect at any time during playback of a scene or a...

Page 12: ...ed in step 2 The LEDs above the fixtures faders will light up 04 Make sure the color selection mode is enabled Turn the controls E J to select the desired color The available colors are red green blue...

Page 13: ...ture s you want to control The LED s on the button s will light up If you want to have the same color for all connected fixtures press all FIXTURES buttons 01 24 If you want to have different colors f...

Page 14: ...f a PLAYBACKS button 01 24 is not free and has a scene assigned to it the LED on the button will be on 04 Press the RECORD button 36 once again to store the scene The LED on the button will turn off 0...

Page 15: ...on Turn the DIRECTION control E to set the direction of the chase There are 3 options available Off position the chase will play back in reverse order The direction of the chase will be displayed on t...

Page 16: ...chase The LED on the button will start blinking The PLAYBACKS button number will be displayed on the screen Note At this point you can also adjust the chase parameters direction speed and fade Make s...

Page 17: ...nly with the FIXTURES buttons and faders 01 12 Single 24 fixture mode follow steps 2 6 from Create a Scene on page 12 06 Press the UPDATE button 42 to insert the new step The LED on the UPDATE button...

Page 18: ...e LED s above the fader s will light up and the selected chase s will be played back The LED s on the respective PLAYBACKS button s 01 24 are blinking during playback During playback you can add strob...

Page 19: ...uence until a solution is found Once the unit operates properly do not carry out following steps No Light If the ColorCue 3 does not operate properly refer servicing to a technician Suspect three pote...

Page 20: ...s 24 Fixture channels 6 DMX channels per fixture Playback keys 24 Playback faders 24 MIDI Yes Display LCD Connections 3 pin DMX signal connector OUT USB input connector no function DC input connector...

Page 21: ...20 Order code 50705 ColorCue 3 Dimensions...

Page 22: ...s OFF X X Active Sense X X Reset X X O YES Mode 1 OMNI ON POLY Mode 2 OMNI ON MONO X NO Mode 3 OMNI OFF POLY Mode 4 OMNI OFF MONO 1 table 1 note numbers note number function 22 45 16H 2DH Channel 1 24...

Page 23: ...22 Order code 50705 ColorCue 3...

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