Chauvet COLORado 3P User Manual
COLORado™ 3P
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
2009-03-17 9:54:00 AM
Table of Contents
1. Before You Begin .................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Unpacking Instructions ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Contact Us ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Safety Instructions.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
LED Expected Lifespan .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2. Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Features ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
DMX Channel Summary ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Product Overview ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
3. Setup .................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
AC Power ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Mounting .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Stacking............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Fixture Linking ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Data Cabling ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
DMX Data Cable .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Cable Connectors ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart ........................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link ........................................................................................................................................................................ 13
4. Operating Instructions ....................................................................................................................................................... 14
Control Options .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
ADAS Overview ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
COLORado™ Control Quick Setup ....................................................................................................................................................................... 14
DMX-512 control without “ID” address................................................................................................................................................................... 14
DMX-512 addressing with ID address ................................................................................................................................................................... 15
ADAS with ID address .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
COLORcon™ setup ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Setting the DMX address ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Control Panel Functions ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Menu Map............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 18
Manual Power ON/OFF ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 18
DMX512 Channel Values ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
DMX CONTROL MODE 1 .................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Important Notes about DMX Mode 1 ..................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Mode Selection .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
ID address selection ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 21
Module selection .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 21
Effect macro......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Important Notes about DMX Mode 2 ..................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Module selection .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
Strobe.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
Mode selection ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
ID address selection ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
5. COLORado™ Controller .................................................................................................................................................... 28
Overview ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 28
Setup ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Menu Map............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 29
Wash Program ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Effect Program ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Custom Program .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
Play Schedule ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Clock ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Schedule ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
Settings ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Activating password mode .................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Control via external DMX ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
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Before You Begin
©CHAUVET, 2006, All Rights Reserved
Information and specifications in this User Manual are subject to change without
notice. CHAUVET assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or
inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.
6. Appendix .............................................................................................................................................................................. 33
DMX Primer ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Returns Procedure ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Claims ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 33
Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 33
Photometric ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Technical Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Technical Support ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 35
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1. Before You Begin
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving a product, 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.
Note: If you should require sending any items back to CHAUVET, call CHAUVET for
a (RMA) Return Merchandise Authorization number. The factory will not allow
any shipments without an RMA.
Your shipment includes the following:
1 x COLORado™ 3
1 x Power cable with plug
1 x IP66 power extension cable
1 x IP66 signal extension cable
1 x DMX input cable
1 x DMX output cable
Warranty Card
Users Manual
Contact Us
World Wide
General Information Chauvet Lighting
3000 North 29th Court
Hollywood, FL 33020
voice: 954.929.1115
fax: 954.929.5560
toll free: 800.762.1084
Technical Support Chauvet Lighting
3000 North 29th Court
Hollywood, FL 33020
voice: 954.929.1115 (Press 4)
fax: 954.929.5560 (Attention: Service)
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com
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Before You Begin
Please read these instructions carefully, which
includes important information about the installation,
usage and maintenance of this product.
Safety Instructions
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 the decal or rear panel of the fixture.
Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating.
Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to replace with
same fuse source.
Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain.
Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 95°F (35°C). Do not operate fixture at temperatures higher
than this.
In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to repair the
unit by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please
contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center. Always use the same type spare parts.
Don’t connect the device to a dimmer pack.
Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.
Do not daisy chain power to more than 23 units.
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.
LED Expected Lifespan
LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time. HEAT is the dominant factor that leads to the
acceleration of this decline. Packaged in clusters, LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in
ideal or singular optimum conditions. For this reason when all color LEDs are used at their fullest
intensity, life of the LEDs is significantly reduced. It is estimated that a viable lifespan of 40,000 to
50,000 hours will be achieved under normal operational conditions. If improving on this lifespan
expectancy is of a higher priority, place care in providing for lower operational temperatures. This
may include climatic-environmental and the reduction of overall projection intensity.
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2. Introduction
Features
3, 4, 9 or 12-channel DMX-512 LED bank system (with ID addressing)
Operating modes:
3-channel: RGB control
4-channel: RGB, dimmer
9-channel: RGB, ID, dim, macro, strobe, automatic, custom, DMX modes
9-channel: RGB of 3 separate sections
12-channel: RGB, CMY, ID, dim, macro, strobe, automatic, custom, DMX
modes
Blackout/static/dimmer/strobe
Color macros for individual pod control
RGB color mixing with or without DMX controller
Automatic DMX addressing system (ADAS)
Built-in automated programs via master/slave, DMX or COLOR-CON
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
o High-power, 1W (350mA) LEDs
o Ingress Protection: IP66
o Interlock multiple units to create blinder, wall or strip light effects
o Additional power output: max 23 units @ 120V (see manual for details)
o LCD display with password protection
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Introduction
STAGE 1 [DMX MODE 1]
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
1
Red
2
Green
3
Blue
4
Yellow
5
Cyan
6
Purple
7
White
8
Strobe
9
Mode Selection
Color-cycle Mode
245 <> 255 : DMX Mode 2
10
ID Address Selection
11
Module Selection
12
Effect Macro
STAGE 1 [DMX MODE 2]
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
1
Module #1
2
Module #2
3
Module #3
4
No Function
5 6 7
8
Strobe
9
Mode Selection
0 <> 244 : DMX Mode 1
10
ID Address Selection
11
No Function
12
DMX Channel Summary
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Introduction
STAGE 2 [DMX MODE 1]
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
1
Dimmer
2
Red
3
Green
4
Blue
5
Color Macros
6
Strobe
7
Mode Selection
Color-cycle Mode
245 <> 255 : DMX Mode 2
8
ID Address Selection
9
Module Selection
10
Effect Macro
STAGE 2 [DMX MODE 2]
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
1
Module #1
2
Module #2
3
Module #3
4
No Function
5
6
Strobe
7
Mode Selection
245 <> 255 : DMX Mode 2
8
ID Address Selection
9
No Function
10
PIXEL
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
1
Block 1Red
2
Block 1 Green
3
Block 1 Blue
4
Block 2 Red
5
Block 2 Green
6
Block 2 Blue
7
Block 3 Red
8
Block 3 Green
9
Block 3 Blue
ARC 1
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
1
Red
2
Green
3
Blue
ARC 1 + D
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
1
Dimmer
2
Red 3 Green
4
Blue
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Introduction
1
2
3
4
180
Power Link Out
190MM
7.48IN
570MM
22.44IN
210MM
8.27IN
(1) Power Link out
(2) Power In
(3) DMX Out
(4) DMX In
Hanging Yoke
Interlocking
connectors
Control Panel
Each LED surface
is referred to as a
“Module”
Product Overview
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Hanging Clamp
CABLE
Pin
International
Screw Color
BROWN
Live
L
Yellow or Brass
BLUE
Neutral N Silver
YELLOW/GREEN
Earth
EG (Ground)
Green
3. Setup
AC Power
Warning! Verify that the power requirement label on your unit matches the line voltage
applied. All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Earth Ground.
To determine the power requirements for a particular fixture, see the label affixed to the back plate
of the fixture or refer to the fixture’s specifications chart.
A fixture’s listed current rating is its average current draw under normal conditions.
All fixtures must be powered directly off a switched circuit and cannot be run off a rheostat
(variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for a 0%
to 100% switch.
Before applying power to a fixture, check that the source voltage matches the fixture’s
requirement.
All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Earth Ground.
Power Cable Configuration
Mounting
Orientation
This fixture can be mounted on a truss using a clamp in any position.
Rigging
The fixture includes a mounting yoke to which a rigging clamp can be
attached. You must supply your own clamp and make sure the clamp is
capable of supporting the weight of this fixture. You can order C or O-clamps
from any CHAUVET dealer or distributor.
1. Block access below the work area and use suitable and stable
2. Align the clamp screw with the center hole on the yoke and
3. Verify the structure can hold 10 times the weight of all to-be
4. Adjust the angle on the yoke arm as necessary.
5. Always use a safety cable or chain as a secondary source of
platform when installing or servicing fixture.
tighten.
installed fixtures.
attachment. The safety cable must hold 10 times the weight of the
fixture. If safety cable attachment point is provided that is
permanently affixed to the surface or body of the fixture, use that
instead of looping through a hanging yoke/arm.
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Setup
COLORado™ stacked for use as a Blinder or Large W ash Flood
Interlocking connectors
provide an easy, fast
and secure method for
stacking units vertically
and horizontally
Stacking
The COLORado™ 3 can be stacked vertically and horizontally creating a blinder or a 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 and cycloramas.
Fixture Linking
You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX-512 controller
or to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a master/slave operating mode. The
combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number
of fixtures the data link can support.
The COLORado™ 3 fixtures use 12 channels (maximum) of DMX control.
Maximum recommended serial data link distance: 500 meters (1640 ft.)
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
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Important: Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line. To
comply with the EIA-485 standard no more than 32 devices should be
connected on one data link. Connecting more than 32 fixtures on one serial
data link without the use of a DMX optically isolated splitter may result in
deterioration of the digital DMX signal.
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