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24 months from date of shipment. Chroma-Q will repair, or at its option, provide an equivalent item or replace, the defective product during the stated warranty period. This warranty applies only to the repair or replacement of the product and only when the product is properly handled, installed and maintained according to Chroma-Q instructions.
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Chroma-Q warranty returns department, by the purchaser, at the purchaser’s expense. If no fault is found, Chroma-Q will charge the purchaser for the subsequent return of the goods. Chroma-Q reserves the right to change the warranty period without prior notice and without incurring obligation and expressly disclaims all warranties not stated in this limited warranty.
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As per the requirements in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards for product approval, please refer to the OSHA web pages http://www.osha.gov/dts/otpca/nrtl/ for information on the list of Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs) and the scope of recognition. www.chroma-q.com Chroma-Q Vista MV/EX User Manual 675-0701_V1.30 July 2018...
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If you experience difficulties with any Vista by Chroma-Q products please contact your local dealer. If your local dealer is unable to help then please contact vistasupport@chroma-q.com. If you are having trouble finding what you are looking for on our website, then contact our Chroma-Q marketing department by sending an email to marketing@chroma-q.com.
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Isolate the installation from power immediately if any product, power cable or power plug is in any way damaged, defective or wet, or if it shows signs of overheating. • Do not immerse a Vista MV and EX control surface in water or expose it to rain or mist PROTECTION FROM BURNS AND FIRE •...
Table of Contents Product overview ..........................7 Welcome to the Vista by Chroma-Q™ ..................7 What is a Vista USB Control surface? ..................7 Unpacking the Units ........................8 Vista MV included items ........................ 8 Vista EX included items ........................ 8 Features ............................
Product overview Welcome to the Vista by Chroma-Q™ Designed to be used with a portable PC or tablet PC, the Vista MV and EX are powerful and flexible live USB control surfaces that are compact enough to be transported as carry-on luggage.
We strongly recommend that you keep the original packaging for ease of transport, or in case the item needs to be returned. The Vista MV and EX control surfaces are supplied with: Vista MV included items...
Contact the dealer to install the dongle to the internal USB port on the control surface (EX only). If you choose this option we recommend using a qualified service person. Please contact the nearest authorized dealer or contact vistasupport@chroma- q.com for detailed installation instructions. www.chroma-q.com Chroma-Q Vista MV/EX User Manual 675-0701_V1.30 July 2018...
Vista software optional package. To power on the Vista MV/EX control surface follow steps #3 and #4. The Vista MV runs on 5VDC power supply so it can be plugged directly into the PC/MAC using the USB 2.0 Type-A to Type-B cable.
Playbacks can be Groups, Presets and configured for control of more Groups, Presets and more • Page Up / Down buttons • Page Up / Down buttons www.chroma-q.com Chroma-Q Vista MV/EX User Manual 675-0701_V1.30 July 2018...
Neutrik XLR 5-pin Female “D” type Data Connectors In/Out Neutrik XLR 5-pin Female “D” type DMX outputs Internal Dongle Cooling System Natural Convection Natural Convection Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C 0°C to 40°C www.chroma-q.com Chroma-Q Vista MV/EX User Manual 675-0701_V1.30 July 2018...
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Color Black / Gray / Red Black / Gray / Red IP Rating IP20 IP20 Desk Light Socket Backlit key panel **For exact measurements please refer to the line drawings below www.chroma-q.com Chroma-Q Vista MV/EX User Manual 675-0701_V1.30 July 2018...
Maintenance With care the Vista MV and EX control surfaces will require little or no maintenance. If the front panel requires cleaning, wipe with a mild detergent on a damp soft cloth. DO NOT spray liquids onto the front panel. DO NOT use solvents for cleaning the front panel.
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