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- Page 1 USER MANUAL ENGLISH ColorCue 2 AIR Product code: 50708 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
- Page 2 ColorCue 2 AIR Preface Thank you for purchasing this Showtec product. The purpose of this user manual is to provide instructions for the correct and safe use of this product. Keep the user manual for future reference as it is an integral part of the product. The user manual shall be stored at an easily accessible location.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
ColorCue 2 AIR Table of contents Introduction ................................4 Before Using the Product ..........................4 Intended Use ............................... 4 Product Lifespan ..............................4 Text Conventions ..............................4 Symbols and Signal Words ..........................5 Symbols on the Information Label ........................5 Safety .................................. - Page 4 ColorCue 2 AIR Switch Between Modes .........................25 Programming Mode ............................25 Record a Color ............................25 Delete a Color............................26 Record a Chase Step ..........................26 Add a Chase Step to an Existing Chase ....................27 Delete a Chase Step ..........................27 Delete a Chase............................27 Factory Reset ..............................27 Troubleshooting ..............................
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Page 5: Introduction
After unpacking, check the contents of the box. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your Highlite International dealer. Your shipment includes: ● Showtec ColorCue 2 AIR ● AC power adapter with 4 interchangeable AC plugs (Europe, UK, US/JP, AUS/NZ) ●... -
Page 6: Symbols And Signal Words
ColorCue 2 AIR Symbols and Signal Words Safety notes and warnings are indicated throughout the user manual by safety signs. Always follow the instructions provided in this user manual. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in DANGER death or serious injury. -
Page 7: Safety
ColorCue 2 AIR Safety Important Read and follow the instructions in this user manual before installing, operating or servicing this product. The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of this manual. Warnings and Safety Instructions... -
Page 8: Requirements For The User
ColorCue 2 AIR Attention General safety ● Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device. ● If the device is exposed to extreme temperature variations (e.g. after transportation), do not switch it on immediately. Let the device reach room temperature before switching it on, otherwise it may be damaged by the formed condensation. -
Page 9: Description Of The Device
Description of the Device The Showtec ColorCue 2 AIR is a 6-fader LED DMX controller with wireless DMX. The device features 36 channels to control the light output of LED fixtures with up to 6 colors (RGBWA-UV). It has 6 rotary encoders with which you can select colors (from 3-color RGB to 6-color RGBWA-UV). -
Page 10: Back View
ColorCue 2 AIR Back View Fig. 03 Antenna Wireless Link/Unlink button Battery LED indicator USB connector (no function) W) Microphone 3-pin DMX connector OUT DC input connector (9–12 V DC, 800 mA) Power switch (ON/OFF) Product code: 50708... -
Page 11: Product Specifications
ColorCue 2 AIR Product Specifications Model: ColorCue 2 AIR Electrical: Input voltage: 9–12 V DC, 800 mA Power consumption: 15 W Audio triggers: AC power adapter: Input voltage: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Input current: 0,5 A max Output voltage:... -
Page 12: Optional Accessories
ColorCue 2 AIR Optional Accessories There is a flight case available for the ColorCue 2 AIR. Purchase the flight case separately. You need to remove the accessory bay of the flight case. Otherwise, the device does not fit in the flight case. -
Page 13: Installation
ColorCue 2 AIR Installation Installation Site Requirements ● The device must be installed only indoors. ● The device can be positioned on a stable, flat surface, or mounted vertically or horizontally in an opening. ● The device can be operated from the flight case. See 3.4. Optional Accessories on page 11. -
Page 14: Battery Statuses
ColorCue 2 AIR Battery Statuses The battery LED indicator (U) shows the status of the lithium-ion battery: LED color LED behavior Status Lights up Battery is almost depleted Orange Lights up Battery is low Green Lights up Battery is (fully) charged... -
Page 15: Setup
ColorCue 2 AIR Setup Warnings and Precautions Attention Connect all data cables before supplying power. Disconnect power supply before connecting or disconnecting data cables. DMX Connection DMX-512 Protocol DMX-512 is a communication protocol used to control stage lighting and effects. -
Page 16: Setup Options
ColorCue 2 AIR Setup Options You can use the device to control lighting fixtures in 2 ways: ● with wired DMX: 6 lighting fixture with up to 6 channels (RGBWA-UV). See 5.3.1. Wired DMX Setup on page 15. ● with wireless DMX: Multiple lighting fixtures. -
Page 17: Wireless Dmx Setup
ColorCue 2 AIR Wireless DMX Setup To link the device to multiple lighting fixtures in a wireless DMX setup, follow the steps below: Power the device. See 5.4. Connecting to Power Supply on page 17. Switch on the device. See 5.5. Switching On on page 17. -
Page 18: Connecting To Power Supply
Switching On The device has a power switch. ● Press the power switch (Z) in ON position to switch on the ColorCue 2 AIR. ● Press the power switch (Z) in OFF position to switch off the ColorCue 2 AIR. -
Page 19: Operation
ColorCue 2 AIR Operation Safety Instructions for Operation Attention This device must be used only for the purposes it is designed for. This device is intended for use as a wireless LED DMX controller. It is suitable only for indoor installation. It is not suitable for households. -
Page 20: Leds Type Setup
DMX Starting Address of the Connected Fixtures The ColorCue 2 AIR has 6 DMX channels per fixture and you can link up to 6 LED fixtures. When linking the LED fixtures, make sure that you set the DMX addresses correctly. The DMX address of the first LED fixture should be 1 (001). -
Page 21: Operating Modes
ColorCue 2 AIR Operating Modes The device has 3 operating modes: ● Manual ● Static Colors (preset/user colors) ● Chase Mode (preset/user chases) Manual Mode In this mode you can adjust the intensity of the colors (red, green, blue, white, amber and UV) of the connected fixtures. -
Page 22: User Colors Mode
ColorCue 2 AIR Button Preset color Green Blue White Amber Pink Purple Night Blue Sky Blue Cyan Grass Lime Straw Congo Mint Magenta Orange Steel Bronze Turquoise User Colors Mode In this mode you can select a user-recorded color. Please refer to 6.5.1. Record a Color on page 25 for more information. -
Page 23: Preset Chase Mode
ColorCue 2 AIR Preset Chase Mode In this mode you can play one of the 20 preset chases. To play one of the 20 preset chases: Press one or more FIXTURES buttons (26)–(31) to select the fixture(s) for which you want to use a preset chase. -
Page 24: User Chase Mode
ColorCue 2 AIR Button Chases Fixture 1 Fixture 2 Fixture 3 Fixture 4 Fixture 5 Fixture 6 Green White Green White Green White White White White White White White Program 14 White Green White Green White Green Green Green Green... -
Page 25: Operating Functions
ColorCue 2 AIR Operating Functions Strobe You can add strobe effect at any time during playback of a scene or a chase. Turn the AMBER/STROBE control (N) to add strobe effect. The adjustment range is from low to high frequency. -
Page 26: Cancel A Selection
ColorCue 2 AIR Cancel a Selection To cancel a selection in Static Colors mode and Chase mode: ● Press the same COLORS/CHASES button (1)–(20) again. The LED on the button turns off. ● Press another COLORS/CHASES button (1)–(20) to select a new color/chase. This cancels the current selection and activates the new one. -
Page 27: Delete A Color
ColorCue 2 AIR Delete a Color To delete a color: Press one or more FIXTURES buttons (26)–(31) to select the fixture(s) for which you want to delete a color. You can select multiple fixtures at the same time. Press and hold down the RECORD button (36) for 3 seconds to enter programming mode. The LED on the button starts blinking. -
Page 28: Add A Chase Step To An Existing Chase
ColorCue 2 AIR Add a Chase Step to an Existing Chase To add a chase step to a chase: Press one or more FIXTURES buttons (26)–(31) to select the fixture(s) for which you want to add a step to an existing chase. You can select multiple fixtures at the same time. -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
ColorCue 2 AIR Troubleshooting This troubleshooting guide contains solutions to problems which can be carried out by an ordinary person. The device does not contain user-serviceable parts. Unauthorized modifications to the device will render the warranty void. Such modifications may result in injuries and material damage. -
Page 30: Maintenance
ColorCue 2 AIR Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Attention Before use, examine the device visually for any defects. Make sure that: ● All screws used for installing the device or parts of the device are tightly fastened and are not corroded. ●... -
Page 31: Deinstallation, Transportation And Storage
Approval Hereby, Highlite International declares that the device ColorCue 2 AIR, product code 50708, is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU (RED – Radio Equipment Directive). The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the respective product page on the website of Highlite International (www.highlite.com). - Page 32 ©2023 Showtec...