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Edition Notes The COLORband PiX M ILS User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation, and maintenance instructions for the COLORband PiX M ILS as of the release date of this edition. Trademarks Chauvet, Chauvet DJ, the Chauvet logo, and COLORband are registered trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet &...
Important installation or configuration information. The product may not function correctly if this information is not used. Useful information. COLORband PiX M ILS User Manual Rev. 2...
♦ Set this product on a flammable surface. Keep this User Manual for future use. If the product is sold to someone else, be sure that they also receive this document. COLORband PiX M ILS User Manual Rev. 2...
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and the user. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. COLORband PiX M ILS User Manual Rev. 2...
WARNING! DO NOT plug anything other than a D-Fi USB into the USB port. Doing so may cause damage to the product. Product Dimensions 31 in 785 mm 2.6 in 67 mm 4.8 in 123 mm COLORband PiX M ILS User Manual Rev. 2...
3. Setup AC Power The COLORband PiX M ILS has an auto-ranging power supply, and it can work with an input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart.
Additional products It is possible to link up to 12 COLORband PiX M ILS products on 120 VAC or up to 20 products 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, consult with the local Chauvet distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may differ by country or region.
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes. Orientation The COLORband PiX M ILS may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product. Rigging • Before deciding on a location, always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming.
Navigates downwards through the menu list or decreases a selected numeric value <ENTER> Enables the currently displayed menu or sets a selected value into the selected function Menu Map Refer to the COLORband PiX M ILS product page on www.chauvetdj.com for the latest menu map. Mode...
Personality and Starting Address The COLORband PiX M ILS uses up to 36 DMX channels in the 36CH DMX mode, which defines the highest configurable address as 477. When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels the DMX mode uses.
D-Fi USB Connectivity The COLORband PiX M ILS is able to become a D-Fi wireless receiver/transmitter with the use of the D-Fi USB from Chauvet DJ. Simply set the product's DMX Personality and DMX Address, set the DIP switch D- Fi receiving/transmitting channel, then plug it into the D-Fi USB port.
DMX signals from the controller. Static Color Mode To run the COLORband PiX M ILS on a static color, follow the instructions below. 1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until C-- shows on the display. 2. Press <ENTER>.
Password: <UP>, <DOWN>, <UP>, <DOWN>, <ENTER> Factory Reset To reset the COLORband PiX M ILS to default factory settings, follow the instructions below: 1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until SEt shows on the display. Press <ENTER>. 2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select RESt. Press <ENTER>.
The Master/Slave mode allows a single COLORband PiX M ILS product (the “master”) to control the actions of one or more COLORband PiX M ILS products (the “slaves”) without the need of a DMX controller. The master product will be set to operate in standalone, while the slave products will be set to operate in Slave mode.
6. Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface. 7. Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint. Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them. COLORband PiX M ILS User Manual Rev. 2...
104 °F (40 °C) Convection I/O Connector Channel Range 3-pin and 5-pin XLR 5, 6, 8, 10, 17, 32, or 36 Ordering Product Name Item Code UPC Number COLORband PiX M ILS 10032031 781462223793 COLORband PiX M ILS User Manual Rev. 2...
For warranty terms and conditions and return information, please visit our website. For customers in the United States and Mexico: www.chauvetlighting.com/warranty-registration. For customers in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, and Germany: www.chauvetlighting.eu/warranty-registration. COLORband PiX M ILS User Manual Rev. 2...