In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing. COLORado™6 User Manual EGIN 7/1/2009 4:46 PM...
Do not daisy chain power to more than 16 units @ 240 V. Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit may require service, please contact CHAUVET at: 954-929-1115. Caution! After prolonged periods of operation, the fixture chassis may reach high temperatures.
Additional power output: max 8 units @ 120 V LCD display with password protection Options COLORado™ Controller (COLOR-CON) Optical systems: 15 (installed), 30 (CL20X30) 16.4 ft (5 m) power extension cable (IP5POWER) 16.4 ft (5 m) signal extension cable (IP5SIG) COLORado™ 6 User Manual 7/1/2009 4:46 PM...
Block 1 Green Block 1 Blue Block 2 Red Block 2 Green Block 2 Blue Block 3 Red Block 3 Green Block 3 Blue COLORado™ 6 User Manual [STAGE 1] DMX M HANNEL ESCRIPTION Module #1 Module #2 Module #3...
Product Overview Safety Cable Hanging Yoke Interlocking Connectors Power In Power Link Out DMX Out Power Out DMX In 180 Tilt Adjustment Control Panel Each LED cluster is referred to as a module COLORado™ 6 User Manual 7/1/2009 4:46 PM...
IP66 outdoor rating. However, this will not void the standard 2-year warranty that all Chauvet DMX fixtures carry, provided the operating voltages are within the proper range.
It is recommended to use at least 2 mounting points per fixture. You can order “C” and “O”- clamps from any CHAUVET dealer or distributor: CLP-15, CLP-06, and CLP-16 Block access below the work area and use suitable and stable platform when installing or servicing fixture.
Stacking The COLORado™ 6 can be stacked vertically and horizontally to create a blinder or strip light. Stack them horizontally to increase intensity of the projection for more distant throws or to use as a blinder effect. The strip light stacking can be used for runway lighting or cycloramas.
Lens Assembly Installation/Replacement The COLORado™ 6 comes with 15 lens assembly pre-installed from the factory. However, there are 2 other optional lens assemblies available as accessories which will alter the beam angle. Please follow the below instructions for proper replacement/installation.
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.
(male) 3-pin connector. 3. Then, proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on. CHAUVET Certified DMX Data Cables Order Code DMX1.5 DMX4.5 DMX10 Master/Slave Fixture Linking 1.
NSTRUCTIONS Control Options The COLORado™ 6 is addressable in the DMX range of 001 ~ 512 with a maximum of 12 channels. In its simplest control form, this allows for the control of 42 fixtures; however, a secondary ID address system exists for use in a limited DMX universe and architectural environments. The ID address system allows the user to assign up to 66 fixtures within the same DMX address.
Important When using ADAS, all fixtures must have the following settings; {ID address} {ID ON/OFF} {ADAS fader no} {ADAS ON/OFF} COLORado™ 6 User Manual DMX Address: 001 DMX Address: 001 DMX Address: 013 ID Address: 02 ID Address: 03 ID Address: 01 The figure above shows a simple DMX layout which has used three units at each DMX address.
The COLORado™ 6 uses 12 channels in its Stage 1 personality. If this is your first time using DMX, we recommend reading the DMX Primer in the “Appendix” Section.
Dimmer start ON/OFF Password Set Password Manual Power ON/OFF The COLORado™ 6 can be turned on and off using the control panel. OWER CTION When {MENU} is displayed in the LCD panel, hold down the (EXIT) button for 3 Turn OFF seconds to turn off the fixture.
DMX512 Channel Values The COLORado™ 6 has five DMX channel personalities: STAGE 1, STAGE 2, PIXEL, ARC1, ARC1+D. Both [STAGE 1] & [STAGE 2] have 2 sub modes: {DMX MODE1} & {DMX MODE 2}. Channel 9 is used to switch between modes in STAGE1, and Channel 7 is used in STAGE 2.
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DMX MODE 1 (only when channels 1-7 = 0) 245 255 DMX MODE 2 ID Address See Channel 8 (ID address selection) on page Selection 21 under DMX Control Mode 1 No Function COLORado™ 6 User Manual 7/1/2009 4:46 PM...
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Channel 11 has priority over channel 12. EFFECT MACRO These are pre-programmed color patterns and module chases. Channel 12 has priority over channels (1 ~ 7). Channel 12 has priority over channel 11 if first activated. COLORado™ 6 User Manual 7/1/2009 4:46 PM...
Channel 10 selects ID addressed fixtures. Contact Us W o r l d W i d e General Information Chauvet Lighting Technical Support World Wide Web COLORado™ 6 User Manual 3000 North 29 Court Hollywood, FL 33020 voice: 954.929.1115 fax: 954.929.5560...
Connect fixtures using shielded two conductor twisted pair cable with three pin 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’) COLORado™...
Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid. Clean the external optics at least every 20 days. Clean the internal optics at least every 30/60 days. Caution Always dry the parts carefully after cleaning them. Caution Never spin a fan using compressed air. COLORado™ 6 User Manual 7/1/2009 4:46 PM...
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RA #). Products returned without an RMA # will be refused. Call CHAUVET and request RA # prior to shipping the fixture. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return.
This fixture has built-in, automatic programs that may be triggered from the onboard Control Panel The COLORado™ 6 features a thermal protection that will be implemented in the event of over-heating. This can occur if the fixture in not in an ideal location for the convection cooling to be...
“series”. If a single LED fails in a “short”, then only that single LED will stop functioning, while the rest of the circuit will continue to operate. COLORado™ 6 User Manual 7/1/2009 4:46 PM...