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Page 1: User Manual
Snapshot COLORdash™ Quad OK on Dimmer Outdoor OK Sound Activated DMX512 Master/Slave Autoswitching 100-240V Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle USER MANUAL 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 What is included .................................. 3 Unpacking Instructions ............................... 3 AC Power .................................... 3 Contact Us................................... 3 Safety Instructions ................................4 2. Introduction ................................... 5 Features ....................................5 DMX Channel Summary ..............................6 Product Overview ................................ -
Page 3: Before You Begin
(variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for a 0% to 100% switch. Contact Us Wor l d Wi de General Information CHAUVET 3000 North 29 Court Hollywood, FL 33020 voice: 954.929.1115... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
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. COLORdash™ Quad User Manual 3/30/2009 4:01 PM... -
Page 5: Introduction
2. I NTRODUCTION Features 3, 4, 10 or 12 channel DMX 512 ID addressing 3 channel- RGB 4 channel – RGB, Dimmer 10 channel – RGB, ID, Dimmer, Macro, Strobe, Automatic, Custom, Module Select 12 channel – RGB control of each block RGB color mixing with or without DMX controller 9 Built in Automated programs via master/slave or DMX Program and recall custom programs via master/slave or DMX... -
Page 6: Dmx Channel Summary
DMX Channel Summary The COLORdash™ Quad has a total of 4 DMX channel configurations, referred to as “Personalities” in this manual and in the fixture onboard control board. The 4 personalities are [STAGE 1, BLOCK, ARC1, ARC1+D]. Each of the different personalities can be accessed from the control panel. -
Page 7: Product Overview
Product Overview Power 3-pin DMX in Control 5-pin board DMX in 5-pin DMX out Cooling 3-pin DMX out Power COLORdash™ Quad User Manual 3/30/2009 4:01 PM... -
Page 8: Dimensions
Dimensions Bracket adjustment knob Hanging bracket/ floor stand COLORdash™ Quad User Manual 3/30/2009 4:01 PM... -
Page 9: Setup
3. S ETUP Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always replace with the same type fuse. Fuse Replacement With a Phillips #2 head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse holder from its housing. Remove the damaged fuse from its holder and replace with exact same type fuse. Screw the fuse holder back in its place and reconnect power. -
Page 10: Fixture Linking
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32 fixtures 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
If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin Note! adapter. CHAUVET Model No: DMX5M, or DMX5F. The chart below details a proper cable conversion: IN TO... -
Page 12: Mounting
Mounting ORIE NT AT IO N This fixture may be mounted in any safe position, provided there is adequate room for ventilation. RIGG ING It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. Mount the fixture using, a suitable “C” or “O”... -
Page 13: Fixture Stacking
Fixture Stacking The fixture may be stacked together horizontally to create a strip light or vertically for a blinder effect. This can be used for runway lighting or cycloramas. With the different methods of bracket mounting, this turns this fixture into a very versatile lighting tool. Note: In this configuration, it is only recommended that a maximum of 3 fixtures be stacked together at a time. -
Page 14: Operating Instructions
4. O PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Navigating the Control Panel Access control panel functions using the four panel buttons located directly underneath the LCD Display. Button Function Used to access the menu or to return to a <MODE> previous menu option Scrolls through menu options in ascending <UP>... -
Page 15: Menu Map
Menu Map UNCTION UNCTION ELECTION NSTRUCTION 000 ~ 255* User can combine red, green, and blue to Gree (GREEN) 000 ~ 255* generate a custom color 1. STATIC Blue 000 ~ 255* Select strobing frequency: 0 ~ 20Hz Stro 000 ~ 255* Fully pre-programmed programs;... -
Page 16: Dmx512 Channel Values
DMX512 Channel Values The COLORdash™ Quad has 4 DMX512 channel configurations [STAGE1, BLOCK, ARC1, and ARC1+D]. STAGE 1 Channel Value Function Dimmer 000 255 0 100% (or STEP TIME when CUS.01-10 is activated) 000 255 0 100% Green (or FADE TIME when CUS.01-10 is activated) 000 ... - Page 17 000 009 All IDs ID 23 ID 46 010 019 ID 1 ID 24 ID 47 020 029 ID 2 ID 25 ID 48 030 039 ID 3 ID 26 ID 49 040 049 ID 4 ID 27 ID 50 050 ...
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Page 19: Colorado™ Controller
5. COLOR ™ C ONTROLLER Overview LCD Display Panel SOLD MODE SETUP DOWN SEPARATELY MODE Accesses main menu or backs out of sub-menu SETUP Selects the currently displayed menu or confirms the current function value Use to navigate upwards through menu items or increment function values DOWN Use to navigate downwards through menu... -
Page 20: Menu Map
Menu Map ELECTION ELECTION ELECTION ELECTION UNCTION Step time Wash [1] [001] [255] Wash Edit program Fade time Wash [8] [001] [255] Effect [1] Effect Speed Edit [001] [100] program Effect [8] ID address [000*] [100] (*0 = all units) Step time [000] ... -
Page 21: Play Schedule
Select the ID address of the target unit. Setting ID address to 0 selects all units in the serial link. Color/Effects combination for different IDs is allowed. Specify the [Module] or modules to run active. Note: this option is intended for use with the COLORado 3; for the COLORado 1, it will function as if [Module] is set to one. -
Page 22: Activating Password Mode
[Reset to factory settings] This function will reset all the settings to the factory defaults except for [Custom] programs. Factory Default Settings Setting Default [Schedule] All times in schedule are reset to [00:00] [Wash program] Step times and fade times are reset to [001] [Effect program] Speeds are reset to [001] [DMX address]... - Page 23 000 010 Blackout 011 030 Custom [1] 031 040 Blackout 041 060 Custom [2] 061 070 Blackout 071 090 Custom [3] 091 100 Blackout 101 120 Custom [4] 121 130 Blackout 131 ...
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Page 24: Setting The Starting Address
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’) COLORdash™... -
Page 25: General Maintenance
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RA #). Products returned without an RA # 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. -
Page 26: Photometrics
Photometrics COLORdash™ Quad User Manual 3/30/2009 4:01 PM... - Page 27 COLORdash™ Quad User Manual 3/30/2009 4:01 PM...
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Page 28: Colordash ™Quad Service Maintenance Guide
The display is only showing: #### or you may use the factory default password: “[UP]-[DOWN]-[UP]-[DOWN] If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET Technical Support at the location on the following page. COLORdash™ Quad User Manual... -
Page 29: Contact Us
Contact Us Wor l d Wi de General Information CHAUVET 3000 North 29 Court Hollywood, FL 33020 voice: 954.929.1115 fax: 954.929.5560 toll free: 800.762.1084 Technical Support CHAUVET 3000 North 29 Court Hollywood, FL 33020 voice: 954.929.1115 (Press 4) fax: 954.929.5560 (Attention: Service) World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com... -
Page 30: Blow-Out Diagram
Blow-out Diagram. Description Part Number 1 Front plastic cover P100-CDQFPC 2 Plastic lens cover P150-CDQPLC 3 LED Lens assembly (1 of 4) See section on lens installation 4 LED Metal-core PCB assembly P222-CDQLED 5 Plastic side cover P100-CDQPSC 6 Electronic Transformer P140-CDQTRAN DMX PCB P110-CDQDMX... -
Page 31: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS Length ........................... 6 in (152 mm) Width ........................... 11 in (279 mm) Height ..........................14 in (355 mm) Weight ..........................9.9 lbs (4.9 kg) POWER Autoswitching ......................100V-240VAC 50/60Hz Fuse ............................... 2A 250V Power Consumption ................... 59W (0.8A) max @ 120V Power Consumption ..................
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