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CT3EQ
COLOR
TUBE
Snapshot
C
3.0 EQ
ONTROLLER
Use on Dimmer
Outdoor
Sound Activated
DMX
Master/Slave
Autoswitching
Power Supply
External Power
Supply
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle
User Manual
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3000 N 29
Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.
(800) 762-1084 – (954) 929-1115
FAX (954) 929-5560
www.chauvetlighting.com
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Page 1: User Manual
™ CT3EQ COLOR TUBE Snapshot 3.0 EQ ONTROLLER Use on Dimmer Outdoor Sound Activated Master/Slave Autoswitching Power Supply External Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle User Manual (Optional) 3000 N 29 Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A. (800) 762-1084 – (954) 929-1115 FAX (954) 929-5560 www.chauvetlighting.com... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
ABLE OF ONTENTS 1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN................................3 ..................................3 HAT IS INCLUDED ................................3 NPACKING NSTRUCTIONS ................................3 ANUAL ONVENTIONS ......................................3 CONS ................................. 4 AFETY NSTRUCTIONS 2. INTRODUCTION ..................................5 ....................................5 EATURES (CT3EQ C ) ..........................6 RODUCT VERVIEW ONTROLLER... -
Page 3: Before You Begin
Manual Conventions CHAUVET manuals use the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information from the regular text. EANING... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Please read these instructions carefully. It includes important information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product. Please keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure that they also receive this instruction booklet. Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel of the fixture. -
Page 5: Introduction
2. I NTRODUCTION Features 7 user-selectable static colors plus blackout via master/slave 36 user-selectable automated programs with variable speeds via master/slave or optional controller 15 user-selectable EQ modes via master/slave 36 user-selectable EQ modes via optional controller Additional power output: max 32 units 100 ft max distance between each tube Includes 2 rail-mounted, sliding brackets Mount flush to ceiling/wall or to truss with clamps... -
Page 6: Product Overview (Ct3Eq Controller)
Product Overview (CT3EQ Controller) Microphone DMX LED indicator MODE ENTER button button DOWN button button Power Switch DMX Out Sound DMX In Sensitivity Signal Output DC Power to Tubes Input COLORtube™ 3.0 EQ User Manual 4/5/2010 11:04 AM... -
Page 7: Product Overview (Colortube™ 3.0 Eq)
Product Overview (COLORtube™ 3.0 EQ) Front Side Back Side Signal In Power Out Power In Signal Out Power Indicator DIP Switches Sound Sensitivity Microphone COLORtube™ 3.0 EQ User Manual 4/5/2010 11:04 AM... -
Page 8: Setup
3. S ETUP AC Power This fixture runs on 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Before powering on the unit, make sure the line voltage to which you are connecting it is within the range of accepted voltages. Always connect the fixture to a switched circuit. Never connect the fixture to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used only as a 0 to 100% switch. -
Page 9: Mounting
Mounting Orientation The COLORtube™ 3.0 EQ may be mounted in any safe position. Rigging Mount the fixture securely. This may be done with a screw, nut and bolt, or a hanging clamp. The hole in each bracket is 13 mm in size. When rigging consider routine maintenance and DIP switch access. Please see the following steps for installation. -
Page 10: Fixture Linking
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32 Data Cabling To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables. You can purchase CHAUVET-certified DMX cables directly from a dealer/distributor or construct your own cable. If you choose to create your own cable please use data-grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference. -
Page 11: 3-Pin To 5-Pin Conversion Chart
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart 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, or DMX5F. The chart below details a proper cable conversion:... -
Page 12: Operating Instructions
4. O PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Configuring the Starting Address Each fixture requires a starting address from 1~512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data on the channel indicated by the starting address. For example, a fixture that uses seven DMX channels and is addressed to start on DMX channel 100, will read data from channels: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105 and 106. -
Page 13: Menu Map
Menu Map UNCTION UNCTION ELECTION NSTRUCTION Black Green Select different preset colors, as well as the strobe STATIC COLORS Blue Flash speed Yellow 000~100 Cyan (0~100%) Purple White Set the speed of the program from one step to Run/Flash Speed another 001~100 AUTO PROGRAM... -
Page 14: Operation
PERATION This is the operating mode which will allow for control with an external DMX controller. You must set the starting address for this mode. If this is your first time using DMX, then it is recommended that you refer to the “DMX Primer”... -
Page 15: Mode Channel Dmx Details
Mode Channel DMX Details 048~249) HANNEL ALUES 1. 3 Color Change 048~053 18. Back N, Flow G 1 150~155 2. 7 Color Change 054~059 19. Back N, Flow RB 156~161 3. Rainbow 1 060~065 20. Back N, Flow RG 162~167 4. -
Page 16: Standalone Automatic And Sound-Active
Standalone Automatic and Sound-Active DIP Switch Settings COLORtube™ 3.0 EQ User Manual 4/5/2010 11:04 AM... - Page 17 COLORtube™ 3.0 EQ User Manual 4/5/2010 11:04 AM...
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Page 19: Setting The Starting Address
Install an optically coupled DMX splitter after unit #32. Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or Interference from AC wires black lights. If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET Technical Support. Contact Us Wor l d Wi de... -
Page 20: Appendix
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’) General Maintenance To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, fixtures should be cleaned frequently. -
Page 21: Returns Procedure
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandize Authorization Number (RMA #). Products returned without the RMA # will be refused. Call CHAUVET and request an RMA # prior to shipping the fixture. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return. -
Page 22: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications COLORtube™ 3.0 EQ WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS Length ..........................39.2 in (995 mm) Width ..........................4.5 in (114 mm) Height ........................... 2.9 in (75 mm) Weight ............................. 4 lbs (1.8 kg) POWER Autoswitching Power Supply ................100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption @ 120 V ..................