Chauvet COLORado 6 User Manual
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Use on Dimmer
Outdoor Use
Sound Activated
DMX
Master/Slave
Autoswitching
Power Supply
Replaceable
Fuse
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle
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
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ................................................................................................................................ 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................................................................................... 4
LED EXPECTED LIFESPAN .......................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................ 5
FEATURES ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Additional Features ............................................................................................................................................................ 5
Options .............................................................................................................................................................................. 5
DMX CHANNEL SUMMARY .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
3. SETUP ........................................................................................................................................................ 8
AC POWER ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
MOUNTING ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Orientation ......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Rigging .............................................................................................................................................................................. 9
STACKING ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
LENS ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT .......................................................................................................................................... 11
FIXTURE LINKING ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Data Cabling .................................................................................................................................................................... 12
DMX Data Cable .............................................................................................................................................................. 12
Cable Connectors ............................................................................................................................................................ 12
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart....................................................................................................................................... 12
SETTING UP A DMX SERIAL DATA LINK ...................................................................................................................................................... 13
MASTER/SLAVE FIXTURE LINKING .............................................................................................................................................................. 13
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................................................14
CONTROL OPTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
ADAS OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
COLORADO™ CONTROL QUICK SETUP .................................................................................................................................................... 14
DMX control without ID address ....................................................................................................................................... 14
DMX-512 addressing with ID address .............................................................................................................................. 15
ADAS with ID address ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
Setting the DMX address ................................................................................................................................................. 16
CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Menu Map ....................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Manual Power ON/OFF ................................................................................................................................................... 17
DMX512 CHANNEL VALUES ..................................................................................................................................................................... 18
IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT STAGE 1+STAGE 2 [DMX MODE 1]................................................................................................................ 25
Important Notes about STAGE 1+ STAGE 2 [DMX Mode 2] ............................................................................................ 26
CONTACT US ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
5. APPENDIX .................................................................................................................................................27
DMX PRIMER .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
GENERAL MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................................................................... 28
RETURNS PROCEDURE ............................................................................................................................................................................. 29
CLAIMS ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
PHOTOMETRIC ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
COLORADO™ 6 SERVICE MAINTENANCE GUIDE ....................................................................................................................................... 31
Exploded View ................................................................................................................................................................. 32
LED PCB Alignment/Layout Diagram ............................................................................................................................... 33
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................................................................... 34
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
1x COLORado™ 6P
1x Power cable with plug
1x power extension cable 9.8 ft (3 m)
1x signal extension cable 9.8 ft (3 m)
1x DMX Input cable
1x DMX output cable
1x Warranty Card
1x User Manual
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.
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Safety Instructions
Please read these instructions carefully, which includes important
information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product.
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.
Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing lamp or fuse.
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.
Never 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 8 units @ 120 V.
Do not daisy chain power to more than 16 units @ 240 V.
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.
Caution! After prolonged periods of operation, the fixture chassis may reach high temperatures. Use
caution when handling this fixture.
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 hrs 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)
Remote addressing system (RAS)
Built-in automated programs via master/slave, DMX or COLOR-CON
Additional Features
High-power, 1 W (350 mA) LEDs
Ingress Protection: IP66
Interlock multiple units to create blinder, wall or strip light effects
Additional power output: max 8 units @ 120 V
LCD display with password protection
Options
COLORado™ Controller (COLOR-CON)
Optical systems: 15 (installed), 30 (CL20X30)
16.4 ft (5 m) power extension cable (IP5POWER)
16.4 ft (5 m) signal extension cable (IP5SIG)
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[STAGE 1]
DMX MODE 1
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
[STAGE 1]
DMX MODE 2
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
1
Red 1
Module #1
2
Green
2
Module #2
3
Blue 3 Module #3
4
Yellow
4
No Function
5
Cyan 5 6
Magenta 6 7
White 7 8
Strobe
8
Strobe
9
Mode Selection
Color-cycle Mode
245 <> 255 : DMX Mode 2
9
Mode Selection
0 <> 244 : DMX Mode 1
10
ID Address Selection
10
ID Address Selection
11
Module Selection
11
No Function
12
Effect Macro
12
[STAGE 2]
DMX MODE 1
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
[STAGE 2]
DMX MODE 2
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
1
Dimmer 1
Module #1
2
Red 2 Module #2
3
Green
3
Module #3
4
Blue
4
No Function
5
Color Macro Selection
5
6
Strobe
6
Strobe
7
Mode Selection
Color-cycle Mode
245 <> 255 : DMX Mode 2
7
Mode Selection
0 <> 244 : DMX Mode 1
0245<> 255 : DMX
Mode 2
8
ID Addressing
8
ID Addressing
9
Module Selection
Speed Control of CH7
{Color Cycle Mode}
9
No Function
10
Effect Macro
10
[PIXEL]
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
[ARC 1]
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
1
Block 1Red
1
Red 2 Block 1 Green
2
Green
3
Block 1 Blue
3
Blue 4 Block 2 Red
5
Block 2 Green
[ARC 1+D]
CHANNEL
DESCRIPTION
6
Block 2 Blue
1
Dimmer
7
Block 3 Red
2
Red 8 Block 3 Green
3
Green
9
Block 3 Blue
4
Blue
DMX Channel Summary
The COLORado™ 6P has a total of five DMX channel configurations, referred to as personalities in this manual and in the
fixture onboard control board. The five personalities are: STAGE 1, STAGE2, PIXEL, ARC1, ARC 1+D.
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Power Link Out
180 Tilt Adjustment
DMX In
DMX Out
Power In
Power Out
Control Panel
Interlocking
Connectors
Hanging Yoke
Safety Cable
Each LED cluster is
referred to as a module
Product Overview
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MALE/POWER INPUT
FEMALE/POWER
OUTPUT/LINKING
WIRE
CONNECTION
Brown
AC Live
Blue
AC Neutral
Green/Yellow
AC Ground
CONNECTION
PIN
AC LIVE
1
AC NEUTRAL
2
GROUND(EARTH)
3
3. SETUP
AC Power
This fixture has an auto-switching switch-mode power supply that can accommodate a wide range of
input voltages. The only thing necessary to do before powering on the unit is to make sure the line
voltage you are applying is within the range of accepted voltages. This fixture will accommodate
100~240VAC, 50/60 Hz.
This fixture is designed for power linking from one COLORado™ to another COLORado™ fixture.
Each fixture ships with power extension cables (proprietary male-to-female IP66 connectors).
Note! 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
Warning! All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Earth Ground.
Depending on the application, the lighting fixture may require a different connector (terminator).
Please refer to the below factory-installed IP66 terminator wire color code if installing a wire
connector (terminator).
Please be aware: this fixture is warranted as IP66 outdoor rating. Removing the connector(s)
on this fixture or any other type of tampering with the case or cable(s) may void the IP66
outdoor rating. However, this will not void the standard 2-year warranty that all Chauvet DMX
fixtures carry, provided the operating voltages are within the proper range.
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Hanging Clamp
Note!
Clamp is sold separately.
Mounting
Orientation
This fixture may be mounted in any safe 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. It is recommended to use at least 2
mounting points per fixture. You can order “C” and “O”-
clamps from any CHAUVET dealer or distributor: CLP-15,
CLP-06, and CLP-16
1. Block access below the work area and use
suitable and stable platform when installing or
servicing fixture.
2. Safety cables must always be used, utilizing the
provided safety attachment points. The safety
cable must be capable of holding 10 times the
weight of the fixture.
3. Verify the structure can hold 10 times the weight
of all to-be installed fixtures.
Caution! After prolonged periods of operation, the fixture
chassis may reach high temperatures. This fixture
must be mounted in a ventilated location, as it is
convection cooled.
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Power Link Out
The interlocking
connectors provide an
easy, fast, and secure
method for stacking
units vertically and
horizontally.
COLORado™ stacked for use as a Blinder or Large Wash Flood
Stacking
The COLORado™ 6 can be stacked vertically and horizontally to create a blinder or 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 or cycloramas.
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6 screws around each LED module
5 screws that hold the lens
assembly in place
Lens
assembly
Lens Assembly Installation/Replacement
The COLORado™ 6 comes with 15 lens assembly pre-installed from the factory. However, there are
2 other optional lens assemblies available as accessories which will alter the beam angle. Please
follow the below instructions for proper replacement/installation.
1. There are 6 screws located around each module.Remove all 18 screws for the front cover.
2. After removing the front cover, there are 5 screws that hold each lens assembly in place over the
LED’s. Remove these and take out the lens assembly.
3. Place the new lens assembly over the Led’s, being careful to get the correct alignment.
4. Replace the outer plastic cover, being careful to make a watertight seal.
Note The center module is different from the outer 2 modules.
Note There are multiple possible positions in which to place the lens assembly over the LEDs.
Warning! When replacing the lens assembly, please make sure that the power is disconnected from the
Please also make sure that the covers are sealed tightly when replacing them after the new
Failure to install it properly can lead to loss of light output and/or damage to the physical
LEDs. Please see the diagram located above to prevent this.
fixture beforehand.
lens assembly is installed, as failure to accomplish this will compromise the IP66 protection,
and possibly the warranty.
Fixture Linking
Important Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line. To comply with the EIA-485
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You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX 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.
standard no more than 32 fixtures 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.
Maximum recommended serial data link distance: 500 m (1640 ft)
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32
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