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What Is
Unpacking
Instructions
and check the container to make
included
upon receipt
Failure to do so in a timely manner may
cking
For other issues such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shi pping,
Text
Convention
Meaning
1~512
A range of values
50/60
A set of values of which only one can be chosen
Settings
A menu option not to be modified
Menu > Settings
A seq uence of menu o ptions to be fol lowed
<ENTER>
A key t o be pres sed on t he product’s control panel
ON
A value to b e entered or selected
Icons
Icon
Meaning
Critical installation, configuration, or operation informa tion. Failure
harm to the user.
Important installation or configuration information. Failure to
functioning correctly.
Disclaimer
ned in this document are subject to change
without notice. CHAUVET® assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or
CHAUVET® reserves the right to update the
1.BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Included
Claims
Conventions
• 1 x COLORband PiX™ IP
• 1 x DMX In Adapter
• 1 x DMX Out Adapter
Immediately u pon rec eipt, carefully unpack the product
sure you have received all the parts indicat ed above in good condition.
If the container or the material inside the container (the product and
accessories) appear damaged from shipp ing, or show signs of mishandling,
notify the carrier immediately, not CHAUVET®.
invalidate your claim with the carrier. In addition, keep t he container and all the pa
material for inspection.
or concealed damage, file a claim with CHAUVET® within 7 days of receiving the
merchandise.
• 1 x Power Cord
• 1 x Warranty Card
• 1 x Quick Reference Guide
to comply with this information may render the product partially or
completely inoperative, cause damage t o the product, or ca us e
comply with this information may prevent the product from
Useful information.
The information and specifications contai
omissions that may appear in t his manual.
existing document or to create a new document to cor rect any err ors or om i ssions.
You can download the latest version of t his document from www.chauvetlighting.com.
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of Am erica.
Author Date Editor Date
A. Diaz 6/18/12 S. Graham 6/20/12
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Product at a
Safety Notes
•Always connect the product to a GFI (ground fault interrupter) ci rcuit t o avoid the
Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
center.
Glance
Use on Dimmer
Out door Use
Sound Activated
DMX
Master/Slave
Please read the following Safet y Not es car eful ly bef ore working with the product. The
Notes include important safety information about installation, usage, and maintenance.
ri s k of electrocution.
• Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning.
• Avo id dir ect eye exp osur e to the l ight source while th e product is on.
• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect the product from power cord by pulli ng or tugging on the cord.
• If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fast ening d evice u sing a
safety ca ble.
• Make sure there are no fl am mable materi als cl ose to the product when operating.
•
• Alw ays make sure t hat the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the
product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
• The product is for indoor or outdoor use (IP65). Do not submerge the product.
• Always install the product in a location wi th adeq uate ventilation, at least 20 in (50
cm) from adjacent surfaces.
• Be su re that no ventil ation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
• Nev er connect the product to a di mmer.
• Make sure to repl ace the fuse with another of t he same t y pe and rating.
• Nev er carry the product from t he power cord or any moving part. Al w ays use t he
hanging/mounting bracket or the handles.
•The maximum ambient tempera ture ( Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate the
product at higher temperatures.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.
• Nev er try t o repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to
damage or mal function. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assist ance
Auto Programs
Auto-ranging Power Supply
Replaceable Fuse
User Serviceab le
Duty Cycle
•Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell the product to another
user, be su re that they al so receive th i s document.
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2.INTRODUCTION
Product Overview
Product Dimensions
Touch Display
DMX In
Power In
DMX Out
Power Out
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AC Power
ranging power supply and it can work with an
breaker or fuse).
an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of
a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even
product provides a power linking option via the pigtai ls located on the back of the
The power linking information above corresponds to the North American version
the local CHAUVET® distributor as power linking connectors and requirements
Mounting
, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in
Orientation
may be mounted in any position; however, make sure
can support
section of this manual
Mount the
Text hereMounting Bracket
3.SETUP
Power Linking
The COLORband PiX™ IP has an autoinput voltage range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and
wiring), use the curr ent value listed on the l abel affixed t o the product’s back panel, or
refer to the product’s specifications chart. The listed current rating indicates the
product’s average current draw under normal condition s.
Always connect the product to a GFI protected circuit (circuit
Make sure the product has
electrocution or fire.
Never connect the product to
if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
The
unit.
You can daisy chain up to 9 units on 120 VAC or up to 17 units on 230 VAC.
If you choose not to use the power linking feature, be s u r e t o u se t h e i nc l u d ed s cr ew o n
cap to prevent any w ater from getting into the power cords.
of the product ONLY! If using the product in other markets, you must consult with
may differ in your count r y or region.
Before mounting the product
the Safety Notes.
The COLORband PiX™ IP
adequate ventilation is provided around the product.
Rigging
•Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy
access to the product for ma intenance and programming purposes.
•Make sure that the structure onto which you are mounting the product
the product’s weig ht. Pl ease see the Technical Specifications
for weight information.
•When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable.
product securely to a rigging point, w hether an elev ated platform or a trus s.
•When rigging the product onto a truss, you should use a mounting clamp of
appropriate weight capacity. The bracket ha s a 13 mm hole, which is appropriate for
this purpose.
•When power linking multiple products, you must alwa ys c onsid er t he len gth of t he
power linking cable and mount the products close enough for the cable to reach.
Mounting Diagram
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Control Panel
To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the
on the control
<DOWN>
<ENTER>
Menu Map
C5
P1
P2
7 Color Fading
P4
Program Speed
S--
S001-S100
Slave Mode
SLA
A__1-A126
Sets Slave M ode
3-CH
6-CH
12CH
18CH
Configuration
4.OPERATION
Operation
display. Pleas e ref er t o th e Product Overview to see the button locations
panel.
Button Function
<MENU>
<UP> Press to sc roll u p t he list of options or to find a h igher value
Mode Programming Steps Description
Static Colors C--
Auto Programs P--
Press to find an operati on mode or to back out of the current menu
option
Press to sc roll d own the list of o ptions or to find a lower valu e
Press to activate a menu option or a selected value
C1 Red
C2 Green
C3 Blue
C4 Cyan
Magenta
C6 Yellow
C7 White
7 Color Switchin g
P3 3 Color Switc hi n g
3 Color Fading
P5 Chase Program 1
P6 Chase Program 2
Selects a uto pro gram speed
Cus tom Color
Mixing
Touch Control
Panel Lock
DMX
Personalities
and Starting
Address
Set the product in DMX mode to con t rol wi th a DMX control ler.
(DMX)
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet .
2. Turn the product on.
3. Connect a DMX cabl e from the DMX output of the DMX cont roll er to the DMX input
socket on the product.
U--
PASS
4-CH
7-CH
9-CH
36CH
r-- Red
g-- Green
b-- Blue
ON Locks touch contr ol panel
OFF
d001-d512
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Password is
UP,DOWN,UP,DOWN,ENTER
Selects DM X personali t y and st artin g
address
Page 8
DMX
g
channel mode for basic
channel DMX mode,
the selected DMX mode uses. I f you choose a starting address that is too high, you could
DMX Channel Assignments and Values
1
Red
000 255
0~100%
2
Green
000 255
0~100%
3
Blue
000 255
0~100%
000 015
No function
016 255
Color Macros
Speed (slow to fast)
(when Ch. 6 is between 032-233)
(Ch. 1-Ch. 4 onl y)
000 015
No function
016 255
0-30 Hz
000 031
No function
032 063
Pulse effect 0~100%
064 095
Pulse effect 100%-0
096 114
Pulse effect 100%-0-100%
115 127
Chase program
128 159
Auto fade transition
160 191
Auto snap transition (3 colors)
192 223
Auto snap transition (7 colors)
224 255
Auto programs
7
Dimmer
000 255
0~100%
1
Red
000 255
0~100%
2
Green
000 255
0~100%
3
Blue
000 255
0~100%
4-CH
Channel
Function
Value
Setting
1
Red
000 255
0~100%
2
Green
000 255
0~100%
3
Blue
000 255
0~100%
4
Dimmer
000 255
0~100%
Personalities
and Startin
Address
The COLORband PiX™ IP has two DMX personalities, a 3control and a 36-c hannel m ode with more a dvanced cont rol over the lights.
The COLORband PiX™ IP uses up to 36 DMX channels in its 36which defines the highes t configurable ad dress to 477.
Wh en selec ting a s tart ing DMX addres s, alw ays co nsider the num ber of DMX cha nnels
restrict the access to some of the product’s channels.
If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol, you may refer to the DMX Primer at
www.chauvetlighting.com.
To s elect t he DMX personality, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly unt il 3-CH, 4-CH, 6-CH, 7CH, 9-CH, 12CH, 18CH or
36CH shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> to choose your DMX personality when it appears on the display.
To then choose your starting address:
1. The display should show d001 onc e you’ve selec ted yo ur DMX per sonal i ty usi ng the
steps above.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to selec t the starting address.
3. Press <ENTER>.
Channel Function Value Setting
4 Color Macros
Speed 000 255
5
6 RGB Mode
Channel Function Value Setting
Strobe
7-CH
3-CH
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1
Red
000 255
0~100%
2
Green
000 255
0~100%
3
Blue
000 255
0~100%
4
Red
000 255
0~100%
5
Green
000 255
0~100%
6
Blue
000 255
0~100%
Channel
Function
Value
Setting
Section
1
Red
000 255
0~100%
2
Green
000 255
0~100%
3
Blue
000 255
0~100%
4
Red
000 255
0~100%
5
Green
000 255
0~100%
6
Blue
000 255
0~100%
7
Red
000 255
0~100%
8
Green
000 255
0~100%
9
Blue
000 255
0~100%
6-CH
Channel Function Value Setting Section
1
2
9-CH
1
2
3
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1
Red
000 255
0~100%
2
Green
000 255
0~100%
3
Blue
000 255
0~100%
4
Red
000 255
0~100%
5
Green
000 255
0~100%
6
Blue
000 255
0~100%
7
Red
000 255
0~100%
8
Green
000 255
0~100%
9
Blue
000 255
0~100%
10
Red
000 255
0~100%
11
Green
000 255
0~100%
12
Blue
000 255
0~100%
1
Red
000 255
0~100%
2
Green
000 255
0~100%
3
Blue
000 255
0~100%
4
Red
000 255
0~100%
5
Green
000 255
0~100%
6
Blue
000 255
0~100% 7 Red
000 255
0~100%
8
Green
000 255
0~100%
9
Blue
000 255
0~100%
10
Red
000 255
0~100%
11
Green
000 255
0~100%
12
Blue
000 255
0~100%
13
Red
000 255
0~100%
14
Green
000 255
0~100%
15
Blue
000 255
0~100%
16
Red
000 255
0~100%
17
Green
000 255
0~100%
18
Blue
000 255
0~100%
12-CH
18-CH
Channel Function Value Setting Section
1
2
3
4
Channel Function Value Setting Section
1
2
3
4
5
6
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1
Red
000 255
0~100%
2
Green
000 255
0~100%
3
Blue
000 255
0~100%
4
Red
000 255
0~100%
5
Green
000 255
0~100%
6
Blue
000 255
0~100%
7
Red
000 255
0~100%
8
Green
000 255
0~100%
9
Blue
000 255
0~100%
10
Red
000 255
0~100%
11
Green
000 255
0~100%
12
Blue
000 255
0~100%
13
Red
000 255
0~100%
14
Green
000 255
0~100%
15
Blue
000 255
0~100%
16
Red
000 255
0~100%
17
Green
000 255
0~100%
18
Blue
000 255
0~100%
19
Red
000 255
0~100%
20
Green
000 255
0~100%
21
Blue
000 255
0~100%
22
Red
000 255
0~100%
23
Green
000 255
0~100%
24
Blue
000 255
0~100%
25
Red
000 255
0~100%
26
Green
000 255
0~100%
27
Blue
000 255
0~100%
28
Red
000 255
0~100%
29
Green
000 255
0~100%
30
Blue
000 255
0~100%
31
Red
000 255
0~100%
32
Green
000 255
0~100%
33
Blue
000 255
0~100%
34
Red
000 255
0~100%
35
Green
000 255
0~100%
36
Blue
000 255
0~100%
36-CH
Channel Function Value Setting Section
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
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Configuration
to a DMX string
s in standalone mode may transmit DM X
uration of each step of the automatic program
Custom Static
Touch Control
shows on the display to enable the touch panel
touch panel
In situations where water may flow onto the touch display, use the Touch Panel
(Standalone)
Static Color Mode
Automatic Mode
Color Mode
Panel Lock
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode
connected to a DMX controller. Product
signals that could interfere with the DMX signals from the controller.
To enable the Static Color Mode, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> r epeated ly until C-- shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose a color (C1-C7).
4. Press <ENTER>.
To enable the Automatic Mode, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly unt il P-- shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose your auto program (P1-P6).
4. Press <ENTER>.
You can adj ust the speed of the automati c progr am as well.
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly unt il S-- shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to adj ust the d
from S001 (slow) to S100 (fast).
4. Press <ENTER>.
To enable the Custom Static Color Mode, follow the instructions bel ow:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly unt il U-- shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> to c hoose between color s ( r--, g--, b--).
3. Press <UP> or <DOWN> to choose th e intensity of the color (r000-100).
4. Repeat the steps to mi x additional colors to create the color you need.
5. Press <ENTER>.
To enable the touch panel lock , fol low the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly unt il PASS shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until ON
lock.
To disabl e the touch panel lock so you can resume funct ional ity, follow the steps below:
1. Press <UP>, <DOWN>, <UP>, <DOWN>, <ENTER> to disable the
lock.
2. Press <MENU> to move throu gh the menus as no rmal.
Control Lock so that the water does not reset the product’s settings.
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Master/Slave
units (the “slaves”) without the
while the slave units will be set to operate in Slave Mode. Once set and connected, t he
efore connecting the master unit to the daisy
Never connect a DMX controller to a DM X string configured for Master/Slave
may interfere with the signals from the
The Master/Sl ave mode allows a single COLORband PiX™ IP uni t (the “master”) to
Mode
control the actions of one or more COLORband PiX™ IP
need of a DMX contr oll er. T he mas ter un it wil l be s et to opera te i n a standalone mode
sl ave units will operate in unison with the master unit.
Configure the units as indicated below.
Slav e u nits:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly u ntil SLA shows on t he display.
2. Press <ENTER> to accept .
3. Set the DMX address to 001.
4. Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master unit.
5. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave units to the DMX output of the
previous slave uni t.
6. Finish setting and connecting all the slave units.
Master unit:
1. Set the ma ster unit to op erate in a standal one mode.
2. Make the master unit the first unit in the daisy chain.
• Configure all the slave units b
chain.
•
operation because the controller
master unit.
• Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master unit.
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Product
Dust build up reduces light output perf ormance and can cause overheating. This can
To maintain optimum performance and
surfaces carefully after
5.TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Maintenance
minimi ze wear, you should clean your lighting products at least twice a month. However,
be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be contributing factors to
increase the cleaning frequency.
To clean the product, follow the instructions below:
• Unplug the product from pow er.
• Wait until the product is cold.
• Use a vacuum ( or dry compressed ai r) and a s oft bru sh to remove dust collected on
the external surface/vents.
• Clean all external optics and glass/transparent surface s wi th a mild soap solution,
ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
• Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
• Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the ext ernal optics or glass/transparent
surface.
• Gently polish the ex ternal optics and glass/transparent surfaces until th ey are free of
haze and lint.
Always dry the external optics and glass/transparent
cleaning them.
lead to reduction of the light source’s life.
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Dimensions and
Length
Width
Height
Weight
39 in (993 mm)
3.9 in (100 mm)
6.8 in (173 mm)
13.5 lbs (6.1 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
Switching (internal)
100~240 V, 50/60 Hz
Auto-ranging
Parameter
120 V, 60 Hz
230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption
98 W
103 W
Operating
0.7 A
0.4 A
Power linking current (units)
8 A (9 units)
8 A (17 units)
Fuse
F 2 A, 250 V (internal)
F 2 A, 250 V (internal)
Power I / O
US/Worldwide
UK/Europe
Power input connector
Proprietary
Proprietary
Power output connector
Proprietary
Proprietary
Power Cord plug
Edison (US)
Local plug
Light Source
Type
Power
Lifespan
LED
3 W
50,000 h ours
Color
Quantity
Current
Tri-color
12
350 mA
Photo Optic
Parameter
Illuminance @ 2 m
1,952 lux
Beam angl e
20º
Field angle
34°
Strob e rat e
0–30 Hz
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
Minimum Startup Temp.
Cooling Syste m
113° F (45° C)
-4° F (-20° C)
Convection
DMX
I/O Connectors
Connector Type
Channel Range
3-pin XLR
Proprietary
3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 12, 18, 3 6
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
Item Numb er
COLORband PiX™ IP
03030543
COLORBANDPIXIP
6.TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Weight
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s to
Returns
Tech Support office and request a Return
epared to
provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the
You must send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, and with its original packing
he following i nformation on a piece of paper
properly. Any shi pping damage resulting from inadequate
reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace
Contact Us
Fax: +44 (0)1773 511110
Email: tech@chauvetlighting.com
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In case you need to r eturn a product or request support, follow the procedure below:
• If y ou liv e i n the U.S., contact CHAUVET® World Headquarters (see below).
• If you live in the UK or Ireland, contact CHAUVET® Europe Ltd. (see below).
• If you live in any other country, DO NOT contact CHAUVET®. Instead, contact your
distributor of record. See www.chauvetlighting.com for distributors outside the U.S.,
United Kingdom, or Ireland.
If you live outside the U.S., United Kingdom, or Ireland, contact your distributor of
record and follow their instructions on how to return CHAUVET® product
them. Visit our website for contact details.
Call the corresponding CHAUVET®
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product. Be pr
return.
and accessories. CHAUVET® will not issue call tags.
Clearly label the package with the RMA number. CHAUVET® will refuse any product
returned without an RMA number.
Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label. DO NO T wr i t e th e RM A number
directly on the box.
Before sending the product, clear ly wri te t
and place it inside the box:
• Your name
• Your address
• Your phone number
• The RM A number
• A brief descripti on of the problem
Be su re to p ack th e product
packaging will be your responsibility. As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or doubl eboxing is always a safe method to use.