Configuration (Standalone) ................14 Static Mode ........................Auto Programs ....................... Master/Slave ........................Static Fixed Color......................Color Temperature ......................Static Manual Color Mixer ....................White Balance ........................ Dimmer Profiles......................LED Frequency ......................COLORdash Par-Q12 IP User Manual Rev. 1 TOC 1...
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DITION OTES The COLORdash Par-Q12 IP User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation and maintenance instructions for the COLORdash Par-Q12 IP as of the release date of this edition. Trademarks CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo and COLORdash Par-Q12 IP are registered trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet &...
Any reference to data or power connections in this manual assumes the use of Seetronic IP rated cables. The term “DMX” used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A digital data transmission protocol. COLORdash Par-Q12 IP User Manual Rev. 1 Page 1 of 17...
40,000 to 50,000 hours. If extending this lifespan is vital, lower the operating temperature by improving the ventilation around the product, thus reducing the ambient temperature. In addition, limiting the overall projection intensity may extend the LEDs’ lifespan. Page 2 of 17 COLORdash Par-Q12 IP User Manual Rev. 1...
NTRODUCTION Description The COLORdash Par-Q12 IP delivers an RGBA LED wash in any weather condition. An OLED full text display is easy to navigate and direct IP rated connections for power and DMX. The product is power linking capable using 3- or 5-pin DMX serial connection.
NTRODUCTION Product Dimensions 12.03 in 305.5 mm 9.41 in 12.85 in 239 mm 326.5 mm 6.98 in 177.4 mm 7.93 in 201.5 mm Page 4 of 17 COLORdash Par-Q12 IP User Manual Rev. 1...
Green Power Linking You can link up to 13 COLORdash Par-Q12 IP products at 120 V, 23 products at 208 V, or 25 products at 230 V. Never exceed this number. Power linking cords can be purchased separately. DMX Linking The COLORdash Par-Q12 IP will work with a DMX controller using a 3- or 5-pin DMX serial connection.
Mounting Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes. For our CHAUVET Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://trusst.com/products/. Orientation Always mount this product in a safe position, making sure there is adequate room for ventilation, configuration, and maintenance.
ETUP Procedure The COLORdash Par-Q12 IP comes with a double-bracketed yoke to which you can either attach mounting clamps for hanging or simply use as a floor stand. You must supply your own mounting clamps. Make sure the clamps are capable of supporting the weight of this product. You will have to use at least one mounting point per product.
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<DOWN> Navigates downward through the menu list or decreases the numeric value when in a function Control Options Set the COLORdash Par-Q12 IP starting address in the 001-512 DMX range. This enables control of up to 46 products in the 11-channel 11CH personality.
Set the starting address: Go to DMX Address main level. Select the starting address (001–512). The highest recommended starting address for each DMX mode is as follows: DMX PERSONALITY DMX ADDRESS COLORdash Par-Q12 IP User Manual Rev. 1 Page 11 of 19...
010 No function Strobe 255 Slow to fast CHANNEL FUNCTION VALUE PERCENT/SETTING 255 0–100% Green 255 0–100% Blue 255 0–100% Amber 255 0–100% COLORdash Par-Q12 IP User Manual Rev. 1 Page 13 of 19...
Select the desired speed (001–100). The auto programs cannot be edited. Master/Slave The Master/Slave mode allows a group of COLORdash Par-Q12 IP products (the slaves) to simultaneously duplicate the output of another COLORdash Par-Q12 IP (the master) without a DMX controller.
Back Light This setting allows for selection of the amount of time the back light on the COLORdash Par-Q12 IP’s display stays on after the last button is pressed on the control panel. Go to the Back Light main level.
Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface. Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint. Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them. Page 16 of 19 COLORdash Par-Q12 IP User Manual Rev. 1...
ECHNICAL 6. T ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Weight ENGTH IDTH EIGHT EIGHT 12.3 in (312 mm) 11.9 in (302 mm) 6.9 in (175 mm) 13.4 lb (6.1 kg) Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest hundredth. Power OWER UPPLY ANGE OLTAGE ELECTION...
Be sure to pack the product properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging will be your responsibility. FedEx packing or double-boxing are recommended. Chauvet reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned product(s). Page 18 of 19 COLORdash Par-Q12 IP User Manual Rev. 1...
Visit the applicable website above to verify our contact information and instructions to request support. Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, Mexico or Benelux, contact the dealer of record. COLORdash Par-Q12 IP User Manual Rev. 1 Page 19 of 19...