Summary of Contents for Chroma Color Block 2 Plus System
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Chroma-Q™ Color Block 2 Plus™ System User Manual Version 2.2 October 2013, Software Version 2.2 PN: 603-0502...
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Chroma-Q unless the Customer provides acceptable proof to Chroma-Q that the defect or damage was not caused by the above; (e) by modification, repair or service by anyone other than Chroma-Q, who has not applied for and been approved by Chroma-Q to do such modification, repair or service unless the Customer provides acceptable proof to Chroma-Q that the defect or damage was not caused by the above;...
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Chroma-Q products are safe, effective, and fully satisfactory for the intended end use. Suggestions of use shall not be taken as inducements to infringe any patent.
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Q™ Color Block 2 Plus The Chroma-Q™ Color Block 2 Plus™ is a higher output version of the original Color Block 2™ multi-purpose LED fixture that retains the same versatile modular ‘building block’ design, single colour RGBA optics, high light output and theatrical grade dimming to create an exceptional all-round feature set.
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Cable shield/drain wire 0.25mm² (24 AWG) Only genuine Tourflex Datasafe cable is recommended for use with the Color Block 2 Plus system. Damage will occur if power connections short-circuit to data or ground shield connections. When assembling XLR4- pin cables, heat shrink should be used on each individual data pin and the drain wire to prevent short circuits.
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PSU is correctly grounded. Important Notice: The use of an opto-splitter for DMX signal distribution is highly recommended when several fixture units are not plugged into the same power source. www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
Note: It is important to ensure adequate ventilation at the rear of all colour block fixtures. Never place the fixtures directly on the floor pointing upwards when configured as a batten. www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
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The dual mode yoke kit for single fixture is supplied with fibre washers and thumb wheels. The dual mode yoke combines the function of the single yoke and the batten bracket. www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
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The Wall bracket for single fixture is a discreet fixing suitable for fixing a single Color Block 2 to a wall or set piece. Keyhole slots are provided for vertical or horizontal fixing. www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual...
Color Block 2 Plus operation. 3. Press down the toggle switch to simulate the lumens output of the Color Block 2. 4. Replace the end plate. www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
Control The Chroma-Q Color Block 2 Plus is controlled via two models of addressable ANSI E1.11 USITT DMX512-A power supply units, the 5 way Color Block PSU05B and the 30 way Color Block PSU30. The Color Block PSU05B and PSU30 menu items are accessed via the LCD display and the following controls:...
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Control Mode Control Mode The PSU05B/PSU30 can be set to operate in 16 DMX controlled modes for the Color Block 2 Plus system (CB2 - Go to “System” and select “CB2”). 3 grouping options are available (single-grouped, block-grouped, all-grouped) with 5 control options: FxHSI, HSI, RGB (with *Magic Amber), RGBA, RGBI (with *Magic Amber), pre-programmed looks and standalone effects.
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Press Enter and scroll the wheel to adjust the level (shown as 0-255) Press Enter to toggle back to the channel number Press Enter for 2 seconds to save the modified Look www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
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The PSU05B/PSU30 has four frequency settings available - 360, 600, 1200, 2400. This allows for the LED scan rate to be synchronised with the video camera and avoid a flickering effect. To set the frequency, Scroll the wheel and select “Frequency” Press Enter www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
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Slave. To activate sync mode, Scroll the wheel and select “Sync Mode” Press Enter Scroll the wheel and select “Master” or “Slave” Press Enter for 2 seconds to save. www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
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Amber for group 1 Intensity for group 1 4 DMX channels 4 DMX channels 4 DMX channels 4 DMX channels 4 DMX channels 4 DMX channels 4 DMX channels 4 DMX channels www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
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Light Cyan Full 62-64 Blue Full 65-68 Light Blue Full 69-71 3200 White 72-74 5600 White 75-78 Empty 79-81 Empty 83-85 Empty 86-88 Empty 89-91 Empty 92-94 Empty 95-97 Empty 98-100 Empty www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
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Amber for group 1 Intensity for group 1 4 DMX channels 4 DMX channels 4 DMX channels 4 DMX channels 4 DMX channels 4 DMX channels 4 DMX channels 4 DMX channels www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
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Light Cyan Full 62-64 Blue Full 65-68 Light Blue Full 69-71 3200 White 72-74 5600 White 75-78 Empty 79-81 Empty 83-85 Empty 86-88 Empty 89-91 Empty 92-94 Empty 95-97 Empty 98-100 Empty www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
Internal temperature is over the limit. Check “Fan Control” mode. Fan is not working. Check the fans and airflow - to and from the internal fan. Check area ventilation. Specification www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
L70 at 50,000 hours Color Block PSU Color Block PSU- - - - 05B V2 Color Block PSU Color Block PSU 05B V2 05B V2 05B V2 Product Code CHCBPSU05 www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
Forced - 5 x fans Operating Temperature 0°C - 40°C Construction Powder coated steel Colour Black Built-In Hardware IP Rating IP20 Approvals UL 609501, CAN/CSAC22.2 NO.609501-03, UL 1573, CAN/CSAC22.2 NO.166-M1983 Drawings www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
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Hinge kit for Color Block CHCBHP Wall bracket for single Color Block CHCBWB Single link cable for use in batten format MUCX4SDP-0.22 Other cable lengths available (‘x’ is length in m) MUCX4SDP-X www.chroma-q.com Color Block 2 Plus User Manual V2.2 October 2013...
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