Chauvet CF-NEONB30, CF-NEONB30COLORflex Red, COLORflex Blue, CF-NEONR30, COLORflex Red User Manual
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CF-NEONB30
COLORflex™ Blue
CF-NEONR30
COLORflex™ Red
USER MANUAL
CHAUVET, 3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A
(800) 762-1084 – (954) 929-1115
FAX (954) 929-5560
www.chauvetlighting.com
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TABLE OF CONTENT
BEFORE YOU BEGIN........................................................................................................................................................... 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................................................................................................3
AC POWER...........................................................................................................................................................................................3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..........................................................................................................................................................................3
INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................................................................4
FEATURES............................................................................................................................................................................................4
FOREWORD..........................................................................................................................................................................................4
COMPONENTS OVERVIEW......................................................................................................................................................................5
INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................................................................... 6
CONNECTING PINS.................................................................................................................................................................................6
CUTTING MARK .....................................................................................................................................................................................6
LINEAR AND CURVE INSTALLATION..........................................................................................................................................................6
90° INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................................................................................7
180° INSTALLATION...............................................................................................................................................................................7
OTHER INSTALLATION ILLUSTRATIONS ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
CAPPING OFF RUN.................................................................................................................................................................................7
REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS .....................................................................................................................................................8
APPENDIX........................................................................................................................................................................... 11
RETURNS PROCEDURE........................................................................................................................................................................11
CLAIMS ..............................................................................................................................................................................................11
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................12
COLORFLEX™ WARRANTY INFORMATION................................................................................................................... 13
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
¾ 30ft roll of blue or red COLORflex™
¾ 2 pieces of the following items;
Power cord/converter, End cap, Splice
connector
¾ 15 Channel mounting clips
¾ 5 pieces of the following items;
Male connecting pins type MCP-3 and
MCP-2
¾ Manual & Warranty Card
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that
all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and
retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself
shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. 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.
AC Power
To determine the power requirements please look for a label affixed to the product or packaging or
refer to the product’s specifications chart. A product’s listed current rating is its average current draw
under normal conditions. Before applying power to a fixture, check that the source voltage matches
the fixture’s requirement.
Warning! Verify that the power required on your unit matches the line voltage applied. All
fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Earth Ground.
Safety Instructions
Please read these instructions carefully, which includes important
• Please keep this User Guide for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure that they also
receive this instruction booklet.
• Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage and that the line voltage you are connecting
to is not higher than that stated on decal or rear panel of the product.
• Although repair instructions are included in this manual, It should be carried out by qualified persons
knowledgeable in electrical repair. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction.
Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
• Always use recommended type spare parts.
• Don’t connect the device to a dimmer pack.
• Make sure power cord is never crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
information about the installation, usage and maintenance?
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INTRODUCTION
COLORflex™ is a professional linear lighting device using LED technology. It looks like Glass neon,
but it is flexible, safer, and more durable, lasts longer and can be used outdoors. Only a few tools are
required for field design and installation. COLORflex™ is ideal for permanent, fixed installations
requiring minimum maintenance but can also be useful when adding last minute, creative, custom
design details.
Professionals in the entertainment industry will find practical, functional and creative use of the
COLORflex™ product in the design of tradeshow booths, special events, merchandising, retail
displays and themed environments.
Features
• COLORflex™ LED Neon is flexible
• Safer than glass Neon
• Shockproof
• Easily transportable
• Provides longer life
• Lower power consumption
• Lower maintenance
• Bright output
• Easy to install
• Dimmable to approximately 5%
Foreword
Please review the component’s overview section before commencing with installation. It will be
important to have ready the tools necessary to complete the job successfully. One such item to draw
special attention to is the PVC glue. CHAUVET does not provide PVC glue with the accessories
enclosed. This item is continuously illustrated in all pictures and is an integral component for
maintaining water-tight connections. PVC glue and cement are general terms. Be sure to use
adhesive that will bond to PVC.
Following is a list of the accessories enclosed with this product;
2 Pieces:
LEDCF-POWER................................................................................. Power cord with AC/DC converter
LEDCF-SPLICE............................................................................................................ Splice Connector
LEDCF-CAP...............................................................................................................................End Cap
15 Pieces:
LEDCF-CLIP.......................................................................................................................Mounting Clip
5 Pieces:
Male Connecting Pins type MCP-3 (see Components Overview)
Male Connecting Pins type MCP-2 (see Components Overview)
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Introduction
Components Overview
1
2
1
LEDCF-POWER
1. Power cord and plug with AC/DC
converter
Use male connector pin (MCP-2)
LEDCF-SPLICE
1. Male connector pin (MCP-3)
2. Heat shrink tube
LEDCF-CAP
1. End cap
Recommended tools for installation and repairs
Heat gun
Part B
Cutter
Part D
1
LEDCF-CLIP
1. Channel clip
2. Screws (2)
2
1
LEDCF-X
1. X connector
2. Male connector pin (MCP-2)
1
2
Solder gun
Part F
Solder
Part G
MCP-2
1
2
1
2
3
2
1
LEDCF-L
1. L connector
2. Male connector pin (MCP-2)
LEDCF-T
1. T connector
2. Male connector pin (MCP-2)
LEDCF-EXT8
1. Extension cable, 8 inches
2. Female power connector
3. Male connector pin (MCP-2)
LEDCF-EXT96
Same as above but with;
Extension cable, 96 inches
Pincer
Part E
Needle connectors
Part C
Ant-static strip
Part A
MCP-3
Male Connecting Pins (MCP)
MCP-2 (between power cord or
specialized connectors)
MCP-3 (between COLORflex™)
Connecting pins are included in all
accessory items and are not sold
individually.
PVC Glue
This item is important to maintain
water tight connections. Please visit
your local hardware store. Please read
“Foreword” section.
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INSTALLATION
The COLORflex™ LED Neon is a versatile and user friendly linear lighting device; it can be cut and
bent and formed in the field and easily installed on flat surfaces of varied materials, such as wood,
plastic, steel, or on walls to form all kinds of pattern according to your design.
Please follow the following pre-installation guidelines;
1. Mark centerlines or draw outlines of your pattern on the installation surface.
2. Secure channel clips on the centerlines at appropriate intervals with screws. Secure clips
immediately after each curve to secure.
3. Insert LED Neon into the channel clip with illuminating side upwards.
4. Connect pieces together.
Connecting pins
It is necessary for the connector pins to make contact with the conductors in the
COLORflex™ cable. There are 2 connector pin types (MCP-2 & MCP-3). Please use
the correct connector pin as described in “Components Overview”.
Cutting mark
COLORflex™ LED Neon must be cut only on the indicated mark.
ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION CUTTING UNIT
LEDCF-NEONR COLORflex™ LED Neon (Red) Every 2.5 feet
LEDCF-NEONB COLORflex™ LED Neon (Blue) Every 1.5 feet
Linear and Curve installation
Important!
lways cut on cutting marks
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Support curves by placing channel clips on both sides of a curve.
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Appendix
90° Installation
Continuous 90° run.
90° run using the L connector.
180° Installation
Other installation illustrations
Convex Installation Concave Installation
Capping off run
Slotted Installation
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Appendix
REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
STEPS ILLUSTRATIONS
1) Wear anti-static strap (Part A)
or a similar device and connect
it to earthed metal equipment.
2) Insert another end of needle
like connector (Part C) into LED
Neon to locate the problematic
point. If the problem section
lights up then the faulty point
has been located.
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Appendix
3) Unplug the power source. Use
cutter (Part D) and pincer (Part
E) to open up the PVC and fix
the faulty parts inside.
4) Re-solder the components
(Part F & G). Plug in the power
source to re-confirm the faulty
part is fixed.
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Appendix
5) Put back all of the parts into the
LED Neon-Flex.
6) Use heater (Part B) to soften
the PVC. Use flat & clean
materials to press on the
softened PVC to make the
opening stick back.
7) Use cutter (Part D) to cut off the
excessive PVC.
8) Plug in the power source to reconfirm the faulty part is fixed.
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APPENDIX
Returns Procedure
Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued.
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. Be sure to properly pack fixture, any shipping damage resulting from inadequate
packaging is the customer’s responsibility. CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own discretion to
repair or replace product(s). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is always a safe
method to use.
Claims
Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be
reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise. It is the customer's responsibility to notify and
submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is damaged due to shipping. Any other claim
for items such as missing component/part, damage not related to shipping, and concealed damage,
must be made within seven (7) days of receiving merchandise.
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Appendix
Technical Specifications
WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS
Linear device...............................................................................................47 in x 1.02 in (12 x 26 mm)
Individual Size (1pc).........................................................12.6 in x 12.6 in x 3.2 in (320 x 320 x 80 mm)
Individual Weight......................................................................................................... 10.5 lbs (4.7 Kgs)
Carton Size (5pcs).................................................................17 in x 13 in x 14 in (430 x 330 x 360 mm)
Carton Weight............................................................................................................ 60.4 lbs (27.4 Kgs)
POWER
AC/DC Power Converter & plug....................................................................115V 60 Hz or 230V 50 Hz
LENGTH OF ROLL
.........................................................................................................................................30 feet (9.14m)
NUMBER OF LEDS
.............................................................................................................................24 per foot or (30.5cm)
WATTS CONSUMPTION
CF-NEONR30 – Red........................................................................................................1.44W per foot
CF-NEONB30 – Blue ....................................................................................................... 2.00W per foot
CUTTING UNITS
CF-NEONR30 – Red...................................................................................................... 2.5 feet (76 cm)
CF-NEONB30 – Blue .................................................................................................. 1.5 feet (45.7 cm)
ORDERING INFORMATION
CF-NEONR30........................................................................................... COLORflex™ LED Neon Red
CF-NEONB30...........................................................................................COLORflex™ LED Neon Blue
ACCESSORIES
LEDCF-POWER................................................................................. Power cord with AC/DC converter
LEDCF-SPLICE............................................................................................................ Splice Connector
LEDCF-CAP...............................................................................................................................End Cap
LEDCF-CLIP.......................................................................................................................Mounting Clip
LEDCF-EXT8..................................................................................................Extension Cable, 8 inches
LEDCF-EXT96..............................................................................................Extension Cable, 96 inches
LEDCF-X..............................................................................................................................X Connector
LEDCF-L...............................................................................................................................L Connector
LEDCF-T ..............................................................................................................................T Connector
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Appendix
COLORflex™ WARRANTY INFORMATION
We take great pride in the quality, value and performance of our products and believe that it should offer you trouble free operation
throughout its lifetime providing you take care to follow the simple instructions in this manual.
LIMITED WARRANTY USA
CHAUVET provides, from the date of purchase, to the original purchaser, a 12-month limited warranty on COLORflex™. This limited
warranty covers manufacturing defects in material and workmanship, only on the section of COLORflex™ that is faulty. Warranty
replacement is provided only on the defective section of COLORflex™ as defined by its cutting marks. At the time of service, the
owner will need to be able to provide evidence of date and place of purchase and serial number.
CHAUVET does not cover damage or failure caused by abuse, misuse, faulty installation, improper maintenance, disregard for proper
cleaning, or any repairs not carried out by CHAUVET.
Items which are not covered by warranty are those considered as parts which are prone to failure due to general wear and tear. For
example – lamps, fuses, brushes, contact rings, lamp sockets and belts. Laser diodes carry a (90day) warranty. For foggers, see user
manual.
There will be no obligations or liability on the part of CHAUVET for consequential damages arising from the use of the product or any
indirect damages with respect to loss of property, revenue, or costs for removal, installation, or re-installation.
For warranty service the product must be reported to CHAUVET to receive a unique RA# (returns authorization number) and at that time
you will be advised of where to send the faulty product.
All shipping charges for returns should be pre-paid. If the requested repairs or service are within the terms of this warranty then the item will
be returned to you on completion without any charge. The unit(s) must be in the original packaging with any original accessories. Any
shipping damage resulting from either inadequate packaging or carrier mishandling is the responsibility of the sender. CHAUVET will not be
responsible or accept any liabilities for any loss or damage to additional items which are sent with returned product.
If this product is not covered under the terms of this warranty, CHAUVET will advise you of the costs to carry out any repairs necessary and
the unit will be shipped to you on receipt of payment for the work including the return freight charges.
Please allow 2 to 4 weeks for return of your product. Under normal circumstances we try to ensure we carry out warranty repairs within 5
working days. We cannot be held responsible for delays in shipping.
Title First Name Initials Last Name
Address Apt.
City State Or Province
Country Zip Code Or Postal Code Date of Birth
e-mail Telephone # (include area code)
Date of Purchase
Dealer City Country
Purchase Price
(before tax) Model Serial #
CHAUVET U.S.A.
Warranty Registration
To return via fax: 954-929-5560 To return via mail:
3000 North 29th Ct.
Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.
www.chauvetlighting.com
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