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Chauvet DJ COLORband PIX USB Users Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin .......................................................................................................... 4
What Is Included ............................................................................................................................. 4
Unpacking Instructions .................................................................................................................... 4
Text Conventions ............................................................................................................................ 4
Symbols .......................................................................................................................................... 4
Disclaimer ....................................................................................................................................... 4
Product at a Glance ........................................................................................................................ 5
Safety Notes .................................................................................................................................... 5
2. Introduction ................................................................................................................... 6
Product Overview ............................................................................................................................ 6
Product Dimensions ........................................................................................................................ 6
3. Setup .............................................................................................................................. 7
AC Power ........................................................................................................................................ 7
Fuse Replacement .......................................................................................................................... 7
Mounting ......................................................................................................................................... 8
4. Operation ....................................................................................................................... 9
Control Panel Operation.................................................................................................................. 9
Menu Map ....................................................................................................................................... 9
DMX Linking .................................................................................................................................. 10
D-Fi USB Connectivity .................................................................................................................. 10
DMX Channel Assignments and Values ....................................................................................... 11
Configuration (Standalone) ........................................................................................................... 19
Page 2 of 25 COLORband PiX USB User M anual Rev. 2
IRC-6 Infrared Remote Control ..................................................................................................... 20
Master/Slave Mode (wired) ........................................................................................................... 21
Master/Slave Mode (D-Fi USB) .................................................................................................... 21
5. Maintenance .................................................................................................................22
Product Maintenance .................................................................................................................... 22
6. Technical Specifications ..............................................................................................23
Returns .............................................................................................................................24
Contact Us .........................................................................................................................25
COLORband PiX USB User Manual Rev. 2 Page 3 of 25

What Is
Included

Hardware
• Power Cord

Unpacking
Instructions

the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the
If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In
For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping,
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 sequence of menu options to be followed
<ENTER>
A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel
ON
A value to be entered or selected

Symbols

Symbol
Meaning
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not damage to the product, or cause harm to the operator.

Disclaimer

Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects. However, Chauvet assumes no responsibility and specifically disclaims any and all liability to any party for any loss, damage or disruption caused by any errors or omissions in this document, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause. Chauvet reserves the right to revise the content of this document without any obligation to notify any person or company of such revision,
ever, Chauvet has no obligation to make, and does not commit to make, any such
are registered
. (d/b/a Chauvet and Chauvet
Other company and product names

1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Claims

Conventions
• COLORband PiX USB
• Hanging Bracket with Mounting
Carefully unpack parts are in the package and are in good condition.
shipping, or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
or concealed damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of deliver y .
Electrical warning. Not following these instructions may cause electrical damage to the product, accessories, or the user.
• Warranty Card
• Quick Reference Guide
how revisions. Download the latest version from www.chauvetlighting.com.
The works of authorship contained in this manual, including, but not limited to, all design, text and images are owned by Chauvet.
© Copyright 2016 Chauvet & Sons, LLC. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America. CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo, COLORband PiX USB, and D-Fi USB
trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet & Sons LLC Lighting) in the United States and other countries. and logos referred to herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.
following these instructions may make the product not work, cause
Important installation or configuration information. The product may not function correctly if this information is not used.
Useful information.
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Safety Notes

Glance
Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound-Active DMX Master/Slave
Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before working with the product. The Notes include important safe ty infor mat ion abou t installation, usage, and maintenance.
• Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
• Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing
the fuse.
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect the product from power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
• If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a
safety cable.
• Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating.
• Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
• Always make sure that 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 use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
• Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.
• Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
• Never connect the product to a dimmer.
• Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
• Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the
hanging/mounting bracket.
• The maximum ambient temperature (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.
• Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to
damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistan ce center.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Auto Programs Auto-ranging Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User-Serviceable
Keep this User Manual for future use. If you sell the product to someone else, be sure that they also receive this document.
COLORband PiX USB User Manual Rev. 2 Page 5 of 25

Product Overview

Product Dimensions

DMX In/Out
Power In
Microphone
D-Fi USB Port
Power Out
Safety Loop
Fuse Holder
Menu Buttons
Back Panel View
Front View
Lenses
IR Sensor
38.9 in
987 mm
2 in
49 mm

2. INTRODUCTION

Display
WARNING! DO NOT plug anything other than a D-Fi USB into the USB port. Doing so may cause damage to the product.
Page 6 of 25 COLORband PiX USB User M anual Rev. 2
6.2 in
157 mm

AC Power

ranging power supply and it can work with an
circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current value listed on
’s average current draw under normal
to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even
Fuse
1. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
4. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
outlet located in the back of the

Power Linking

s on 120 VAC or up to
in other markets, you must consult with the
distributor as power linking connectors and requirements may
Spare fuse holder (inside safety cap)
Installed fuse (held by plastic clip)
Safety cap
1st Product
2nd Product
3rd Product
Additional
Products

3. SETUP

Replacement
The COLORband PiX USB has an au to­input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the product’s power requirements ( the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart. The listed current rating indicates the product conditions.
• Always connect the product to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Never connect the product if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
2. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
3. Remove the blown fuse from the holder and replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.
Disconnect the product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse.
Power Linki ng
Diagram
The product provides power linking via the Edison product. Please see the diagram below for further explanation.
You can power link up to 11 COLORband PiX USB product 21 COLORband PiX USB products on 230 VAC.
The power linking diagram corresponds to the North American version of the product ONLY! If using the product local Chauvet differ in your country or region.
COLORband PiX USB User Manual Rev. 2 Page 7 of 25

Mounting

, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in
may be mounted in any position; however, make sure
Mounting Clamp
Chauvet)
Double-
Bracketed Yoke
Bracket Adjustment Knobs
Before mounting the product the Safety Notes.

Orientation

Rigging

The COLORband PiX USB adequate ventilation is provided around the product.
• Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming purposes.
• Make sure that the structure onto which you are mounting the product can support the product’s weight. See the Technical Specifications for weight information.
• When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the product securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.
• When rigging the product onto a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity.
• When power linking multiple products, mount the products close enough for power linking cables to reach.
• The bracket adjustment knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming the product to the desired angle. Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually. Using tools could damage the knobs.
(such as the CLP-15N from
Mounting Diagram
Safety Cable
(such as CH-05 from
Chauvet)
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Control Panel
Operation

To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the
on the control
Button
Function
Press to find an operation mode or to back out of the current menu option
<UP>
Press to scroll up the list of options or to find a higher value
<DOWN>
Press to scroll down the list of options or to find a lower value
<ENTER>
Press to activate a menu option or a selected value

Menu Map

Main Level
Programming Levels
Description
3-CH
d001–512
3-channel DMX mode
4-CH
d001–512
4-channel DMX mode
6-CH
d001–512
6-channel DMX mode
7-CH
d001–512
7-channel DMX mode
8-CH
d001–512
9-CH
d001–512
9-channel DMX mode
12CH
d001–512
12-channel DMX mode
18CH
d001–512
36CH
d001–512
36-channel DMX mode
41CH
d001–512
41-channel DMX mode
C--
C1–7
Static colors
P--
(automatic)
S--
S--1–100
Program speed
Snd
(sound-active)
SenS
u--0–100
r000–255
(red)
g000–255
(green)
b000–255
(blue)
OFF
dIM1
dIM2
dIM3
On
OFF
DMX Personality
and Starting
DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels
CH DMX mode, which
If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol, download the DMX Primer from
4. Press <ENTER>.

4. OPERATION

display. Please refer to the Product Overview to see the button locations panel.
<MENU>
8-channel DMX mode
P1–14
Snd
U--
dIM
SET
When selecting a starting the selected DMX mode uses. If you choose a starting address that is too high, you could
Address
restrict the access to some of the product’s channels. The COLORband PiX USB uses up to 41 DMX channels in a 41
defines the highest configurable address to 472.
www.chauvetlighting.com.
To select the starting address, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 3-CH, 4-CH, 6-CH, 7-CH, 8-CH, 9-CH, 12CH, 18CH, 36CH, or 41CH shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> and d 1–512 will show on the display.
3. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address.
18-channel DMX mode
Automatic programs, 1–14
Sound-Active program Sound sensitivity setting
Custom static colors Combine red, green, and blue
Dimmer speed mode, fast to slow, or off
IR function on or off
COLORband PiX USB User Manual Rev. 2 Page 9 of 25

DMX Linking

Configuration
socket on the product.
D-Fi USB
Fi USB from Chauvet DJ. Simply set the product's DMX Personality and
Fi USB into the USB port. Doing
Fi USB will take over the product. Wired DMX, manual
display control / menu buttons and IRC will be unavailable until you unplug the
Configuration
1. Set the DMX Personality and DMX address on your product.
RECEIVING
TRANSMITTING
Connectivity
(DMX)
The COLORband PiX USB works with a DMX controller. Information about DMX is in the CHAUVET DMX Primer, which is available from the Chauvet website
http://www.chauvetlighting.com/downloads/DMX_Primer_rev05_WO.pdf
Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input
The COLORband PiX USB is able to become a D-Fi wireless receiver/transmitter with the use of the D­DMX Address, set the DIP switch D-Fi receiving/transmitting channel, then plug it into the D-Fi USB port.
WARNING! DO NOT plug anything other than a D­so may cause damage to the product.
Once plugged in, the D­D-Fi USB. The priority levels are:
1. D-Fi USB
2. Wired DMX
3. IRC-6 Remote Control
4. Manual Digital Display/Menu Buttons
.
(D-Fi USB)
D-Fi USB DIP Switch
Channels
2. Use the Chart provided to set BOTH:
• the Channel, and then
• the Receiving or Transmitting option.
NOTE: DIP Switch 5 is for Transmitting OR Receiving, please choose carefully.
Page 10 of 25 COLORband PiX USB User M anual Rev. 2

DMX Channel Assignments and V alues

Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
Zone
Red 1
2
Green 1
000 ó 255
0–100%
3
Blue 1
Red 2
Green 2
6
Blue 2
0–100%
7
Red 3
Green 3
Blue 3
10
Red 4
0–100%
11
Green 4
Blue 4
Red 5
14
Green 5
0–100%
15
Blue 5
Red 6
Green 6
18
Blue 6
0–100%
19
Red 7
Green 7
Blue 7
22
Red 8
0–100%
23
Green 8
Blue 8
Red 9
26
Green 9
0–100%
27
Blue 9
Red 10
Green 10
30
Blue 10
0–100%
31
Red 11
Green 11
Blue 11
34
Red 12
0–100%
35
Green 12
000 ó 255
Blue 12

41CH

1
4 5
8 9
12 13
16 17
20 21
24 25
28 29
32 33
36
000 ó 255
000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 000 ó 255
000 ó 255 0–100%
0–100%
0–100% 0–100%
0–100% 0–100%
0–100% 0–100%
0–100% 0–100%
0–100% 0–100%
0–100%
0–100%
0–100%
0–100%
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
COLORband PiX USB User Manual Rev. 2 Page 11 of 25

Zones for DMX Control (41CH)

Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
000 ó 014
No function
015 ó 255
Color macros
000 ó 015
No function
016 ó 255
Strobe, slow to fast
Speed (when CH39 is 032–226)
000 ó 010
Off
011 ó 255
Control the sound sensitivity level
000 ó 031
No function
032 ó 063
Pulse effect 0–100%
064 ó 095
Pulse effect 100%–0
096 ó 114
Pulse effect 100%–0–100%
115 ó122
Auto program 1
123 ó 130
Auto program 2
131 ó 138
Auto program 3
139 ó 146
Auto program 4
155 ó 162
Auto program 6
163 ó 170
Auto program 7
171 ó 178
Auto program 8
179 ó 186
Auto program 9
187 ó 194
Auto program 10
195 ó 202
Auto program 11
203 ó 210
Auto program 12
211 ó 218
Auto program 13
219 ó 226
Auto program 14
40
Dimmer
000 ó 255
0–100%
000 ó 051
Default dimmer speed set from menu
102 ó 152
Dimmer speed mode 1 (fast speed)
153 ó 203
Dimmer speed mode 2 (medium speed)
204 ó 255
Dimmer speed mode 3 (slow speed)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10
11
12
41CH
(cont.)
Color Macros
37
(Overrides Ch. 1–18)
Strobe
(when CH39 is 000–031)
38
000 ó 255 Slow to fast
Sound Sensitivity (when CH39 is 227–255)
When C h. 1–36 are active
147 ó 154 Auto program 5
39
Auto Programs
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Dimmer Speed
227 ó 255
052 ó 101
Sound-Active program
Dimmer speed mode off
Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
Zone
1
Red 1
000 ó 255
2
Green 1
000 ó 255
0–100%
Blue 1
4
Red 2
0–100%
5
Green 2
000 ó 255
6
Blue 2
000 ó 255
0–100%
Red 3
8
Green 3
0–100%
9
Blue 3
000 ó 255
10
Red 4
000 ó 255
0–100%
Green 4
12
Blue 4
0–100%
13
Red 5
000 ó 255
Green 5
Blue 5
16
Red 6
0–100%
17
Green 6
000 ó 255
Blue 6
Red 7
20
Green 7
0–100%
21
Blue 7
000 ó 255
Red 8
Green 8
24
Blue 8
0–100%
25
Red 9
000 ó 255
Green 9
Blue 9
28
Red 10
0–100%
29
Green 10
000 ó 255
Blue 10
31
Red 11
000 ó 255
0–100%
32
Green 11
0–100%
33
Blue 11
000 ó 255
Red 12
35
Green 12
000 ó 255
0–100%
36
Blue 12
0–100%

36CH

0–100%
1
3
000 ó 255 000 ó 255
0–100%
0–100%
2
7
11
14 15
18 19
22 23
26 27
30
000 ó 255 000 ó 255
000 ó 255 000 ó 255
000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 000 ó 255
000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255
000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255
000 ó 255 000 ó 255 0–100% 000 ó 255
000 ó 255
0–100%
0–100%
0–100%
0–100%
0–100%
0–100%
0–100%
0–100% 0–100%
0–100% 0–100%
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
34
000 ó 255
000 ó 255
0–100% 0–100%
11
12
000 ó 255
COLORband PiX USB User Manual Rev. 2 Page 13 of 25

Zones for DMX Control (36CH)

Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
Zone
1
Red 1
000 ó 255
0–100%
2
Green 1
Blue 1
Red 2
5
Green 2
000 ó 255
0–100%
6
Blue 2
Red 3
Green 3
9
Blue 3
000 ó 255
0–100%
10
Red 4
Green 4
Blue 4
13
Red 5
000 ó 255
0–100%
14
Green 5
Blue 5
Red 6
17
Green 6
000 ó 255
0–100%
18
Blue 6

Zones for DMX Control (18CH)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10
11
12
1 2 3 4 5
6

18CH

3 4
7 8
11 12
15 16
000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 0–100%
000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 0–100%
000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 0–100%
000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 0–100%
000 ó 255
0–100% 0–100%
0–100% 0–100%
0–100% 0–100%
0–100% 0–100%
0–100%
1
2
3
4
5
6
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Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
Zone
1
Red 1
000 ó 255
2
Green 1
000 ó 255
0–100%
Blue 1
4
Red 2
0–100%
5
Green 2
000 ó 255
6
Blue 2
000 ó 255
0–100%
Red 3
8
Green 3
0–100%
9
Blue 3
000 ó 255
10
Red 4
000 ó 255
0–100%
Green 4
12
Blue 4
0–100%

Zones for DMX Control (12CH)

9-CH

Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
Zone
Red 1
2
Green 1
000 ó 255
0–100%
3
Blue 1
4
Red 2
000 ó 255
0–100%
Green 2
6
Blue 2
000 ó 255
0–100%
7
Red 3
8
Green 3
000 ó 255
0–100%
Blue 3

Zones for DMX Control (9-CH)

1 2 3 4 1 2 3

12CH

0–100%
1
3
000 ó 255 000 ó 255
0–100%
0–100%
2
7
11
1
000 ó 255 000 ó 255
000 ó 255 000 ó 255
000 ó 255 0–100%
0–100%
0–100%
0–100%
3
4
1
000 ó 255
0–100%
5
000 ó 255 0–100%
000 ó 255
0–100%
2
3
9
COLORband PiX USB User Manual Rev. 2 Page 15 of 25
000 ó 255 0–100%
Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
1
Red
000 ó 255
2
Green
000 ó 255
0–100%
Blue
000 ó 015
No function
016 ó 255
Color macros
000 ó 015
No function
016 ó 255
Strobe, slow to fast
Speed (when CH6 is 032–226)
011 ó 255
Control the sound sensitivity level
000 ó 031
No function
032 ó 063
Pulse effect 0–100%
064 ó 095
Pulse effect 100%–0
096 ó 114
Pulse effect 100%–0–100%
115 ó122
Auto program 1
123 ó 130
Auto program 2
131 ó 138
Auto program 3
139 ó 146
Auto program 4
155 ó 162
Auto program 6
163 ó 170
Auto program 7
171 ó 178
Auto program 8
179 ó 186
Auto program 9
195 ó 202
Auto program 11
203 ó 210
Auto program 12
211 ó 218
Auto program 13
219 ó 226
Auto program 14
7
Dimmer
000 ó 255
0–100%
000 ó 051
Default dimmer speed set from menu
102 ó 152
Dimmer speed mode 1 (fast speed)
153 ó 203
Dimmer speed mode 2 (medium speed)
204 ó 255
Dimmer speed mode 3 (slow speed)

8-CH

0–100%
3
Color Macros
4
(Overrides Ch. 1–3)
000 ó 255
0–100%
Strobe
(when CH6 is 000–031)
5
Sound Sensitivity
000 ó 255
000 ó 010 Off
Slow to fast
(when CH6 is 227–255)
When C h. 1–3 are active
6
Auto Programs
147 ó 154
Auto program 5
8
Dimmer Speed
187 ó 194
227 ó 255 Sound-Active program
052 ó 101
Auto program 10
Dimmer speed mode off
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Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
1
Red
000 ó 255
2
Green
000 ó 255
0–100%
Blue
000 ó 015
No function
016 ó 255
Color macros
000 ó 015
No function
016 ó 255
Strobe, slow to fast
Speed (when CH6 is 032–223)
032 ó 063
Pulse effect 0–100%
064 ó 095
Pulse effect 100%–0
096 ó 114
Pulse effect 100%–0–100%
115 ó 127
Chase program
160 ó 191
3-color program (snap)
192 ó 223
7-color program (snap)
224 ó 255
Sound-Active program
7
Dimmer

7-CH

0–100%
3
Color Macros
4
(Overrides Ch. 1–3)
Strobe
(when CH6 is 000–031)
5
6
Auto Programs
000 ó 255
000 ó 255
000 ó 031 No function
128 ó 159 Auto fade transition
000 ó 255
0–100%
Slow to fast
0–100%
When C h. 1–3 are active
COLORband PiX USB User Manual Rev. 2 Page 17 of 25
Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
Zone
1
Red 1
000 ó 255
2
Green 1
000 ó 255
0–100%
Blue 1
4
Red 2
0–100%
5
Green 2
000 ó 255
6
Blue 2
000 ó 255
0–100%

Zones for DMX Control (6-CH)

Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
1
Red
2
Green
000 ó 255
0–100%
Blue
4
Dimmer
000 ó 255
0–100%
Channel
Function
Value
Percent/Setting
Red
2
Green
0–100%
3
Blue
1
2

6-CH

0–100%
1
3
000 ó 255 000 ó 255
0–100%
0–100%
2

4-CH

000 ó 255
0–100%
3

3-CH

1
000 ó 255 0–100%
000 ó 255 000 ó 255 000 ó 255 0–100%
0–100%
Page 18 of 25 COLORband PiX USB User M anual Rev. 2

Configuration
(Standalone)

Automatic
4. Press <ENTER>.
Program
3. Press <ENTER>. The product will return to the last selected mode.
2. Press <ENTER>.
USB, follow the instructions
3. Press <ENTER>. The product will return to the last selected mode.
Preset Color
4. Press <ENTER>.
Custom Color
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the product outputs as desired.
4. Press <ENTER>.
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.
Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode to a DMX string connected to a DMX controller. Products in standalone mode may transmit DMX signals that could interfere with the DMX signals from the controller.
To run the COLORband PiX USB in automatic mode, follow the instructions below:
Programs
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until P-- shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to select an auto program (P1–14).
Auto-
Speed
Sound-Active
Mode

Sound Sensitivity

Mode
Mixing
To change the auto-program speed on the COLORband PiX USB, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until S-- shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to increase or decrease the program speed (S--1–100).
To run the COLORband PiX USB in sound-active mode, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until Snd shows on the display.
The product will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).
To change the sound sensitivity on the COLORband PiX below:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until SenS shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to increase or decrease the sound sensitivity (u--0–100).
To run the COLORband PiX USB in preset color mode, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until C-- shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to select a static color (C1–7).
To custom mix a static color, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until U-- shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> and one of the following will show on the display:
• r_ _ _ (red)
• g_ _ _ (green)
• b_ _ _ (blue)
3. Press <ENTER> to cycle through the color settings.
4. When the desired color shows on the display, use <UP> or <DOWN> to increase or decrease the color value.

Dimmer Speed

To change dimmer speed on the COLORband PiX USB, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until dIM shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER>.
3. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to select:
• dIM1 (fast)
• dIM2 (medium)
• dIM3 (slow)
or
• OFF.
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IRC-6 Infrared
Remote
6 infrared remote control from
4. Press <ENTER>.

IRC-6 Operation

6 will not respond to any inputs when Black Out is activated. If the
. You
The COLORband PiX USB is compatible with the IRC­Chauvet. To activate IR mode, follow the instructions below:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until SET shows on the display.
Control
2. Press <ENTER> to accept.
3. Press <UP> or <DOWN> to select On or OFF.
Automatic Mode
Automatic mode will enable you to run the automatic programs on the product. To turn on Automatic mode:
1. Press <AUTO> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <+> or <–> to choose between the different auto programs.
To adjust the speed of the automatic program:
1. Press <SPEED> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <+> or <–> to increase or decrease the speed of the program.
Sound-Active Mode
Sound-Active mode will enable the product to respond to the music. To turn on Sound-Active mode:
Press <SOUND> on the IRC-6.
To adjust sound sensitivity in Sound-Active mode:
1. Press <SENSITIVITY> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <+> or <–> to increase or decrease the sound sensitivity.
Manual Color Control
To choose a specific color with the IRC-6:
1. Press <MANUAL> on the IRC-6.
2. Press any number between <0>~<9> to choose your color.
To manually control the RGB percentage:
1. Press <MANUAL> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <R> (red), <G> (green), or <B> (blue) to choose your color .
3. Press <+> or <–> to increase or decrease the percentage of each color.
Miscellaneous Operation
To adjust the total output level:
1. Press <%> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <+> or <–> to increase or decrease the output level.
To adjust the strobe rate of the program:
1. Press <STROBE> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <+> or <–> to increase or decrease the strobe rate.
3. Press <STROBE> again to turn off the strobe.
To select only fading programs:
1. Press <FADE> on the IRC-6.
2. Press <+> or <–> to
To black out the lights:
1. Press <BLACK OUT> on the IRC-6.
This will turn off all the lights until the button is pressed again. NOTE: The IRC-
remote does not respond when a button is pressed, try pressing <BLACK OUT> may have inadvertently activated Black Out.
select P11 or P13.
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Master/Slave
USB product (the “master”) to
USB products (the “slaves”) without
6, while the slave products will be set to operate in Slave
he slave products will operate in unison with the
2. Make the master product the first product in the DMX daisy chain.
Master/Slave
USB product (the “master”) to control
USB products (the “slaves”) without the
need of a DMX controller or DMX cables. The master (transmitter) product will be set to
6, while the slave (receiver)
Once set and connected, the slave
3. Plug in the D-Fi USB.
The Master/Slave mode allows a single COLORband PiX
Mode
(wired)
control the actions of one or more COLORband PiX the need of a DMX controller. The master product will be set to operate in either Stand­Alone mode or with the IRC­mode. Once set and connected, t master product.
Configure the products as indicated below.
Slave products:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 36CH shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> to accept.
3. Set the DMX address to d 1.
4. Connect the DMX input of the first slave product to the DMX output of the master product.
5. Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave products to the DMX output of the previous slave product.
6. Finish setting and connecting all the slave products.
Master product:
1. Set the master product to operate in either Stand-Alone mode or with the IRC-6.
• Configure all the slave products before connecting the master to the daisy chain.
• Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master.
• Do not connect more than 31 slaves to the master.
• A COLORband PiX USB must be the master product when in Master/Slave
configuration with COLORband PiX products.
The D-Fi USB allows a single COLORband PiX the actions of one or more COLORband PiX
Mode
(D-Fi USB)
operate in either Stand-Alone mode or with the IRC­products will be set to operate in Slave mode. products will operate in unison with the master product.
Configure the products as indicated below.
Slave products:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until 36CH shows on the display.
2. Press <ENTER> to accept.
3. Set the DMX address to d 1.
4. Set the D-Fi USB to receive on a specific channel, 1–16.
5. Plug in the D-Fi USB.
6. Finish setting and connecting all the slave products.
Master product:
1. Set the master product to operate in either Stand-Alone mode or with the IRC-6.
2. Set the D-Fi USB to transmit on the D-Fi channel the slaves are receiving on.
• All products must be set to the same DMX personality, DMX address, and D-Fi channel.
• Configure all the slave products before configuring the master to transmit.
• Never connect a DMX controller to a D-Fi channel configured for Master/Slave
operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master.
• A COLORband PiX USB must be the master product when in Master/Slave configuration with COLORband PiX products.
COLORband PiX USB User Manual Rev. 2 Page 21 of 25
Product
up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can
mechanical wear. To maintain optimum
s at least twice a month.
However, be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be contributing
7. Gently polish the tran spar ent s ur fac es until they are free of haze and lint.

5. MAINTENANCE

Dust build-
Maintenance
lead to reduction of the light source’s life and/or performance and minimize wear, clean your lighting product
factors to increase the cleaning frequency. To clean the product, follow the instructions below:
1. Unplug the product from power.
2. Wait until the product is at room temperature.
3. Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external surface/vents.
4. Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
5. Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
6. Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface.
Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.
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Dimensions and
Length
Width
Height
Weight
38.9 in (987 mm)
2 in (49 mm)
6.2 in (157 mm)
4 lb (1.8 kg)
Note
Power
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
Switching (internal)
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Auto-ranging
Parameter
120 V, 60 Hz
230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption
50 W
47 W
Operating Current
0.7 A
0.4 A
Power linking current
(products)
Fuse
T 1 A, 250 V
T 1 A, 250 V
Power I/O
U.S./Worldwide
UK/Europe
Power input connector
IEC
IEC
Power output connector
Edison
IEC
Power Cord plug
Edison (U.S.)
Local plug
Light Source
Type
Power
Lifespan
LED
3 W
50,000 hours
Color
Quantity
Current
Tri-color RGB
12
1,000 mA
Photometrics
Parameter
Value
Strobe Rate
0 to 24.5 Hz
Beam Angle
27°
Field Angle
45°
Illuminance @ 2 m
2,245 lux
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
Cooling System
104 °F (40 °C)
Convection
DMX
I/O Connectors
Channel Range
3-pin XLR
3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 18, 36 or 41
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
UPC Number
COLORband PiX USB
03031170
781462215187

6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Weight
: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
8 A (11 products) 8 A (21 products)
COLORband PiX USB User Manual Rev. 2 Page 23 of 25
R
If you are located outside the U.S., UK, Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux, contact your
on how to return Chauvet
Call the corresponding Chauvet Technical Support office and request a Return
Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product. Be prepared to
provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the
Send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, and with its original packing and
Clearly label the package with the RMA number. Chauvet will refuse any product
Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label. DO NOT write the RMA number
Before sending the product, clearly write the following information on a piece of paper
amage resulting from inadequate
boxing are
Chauvet reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned
ETURNS
To get support or return a product:
• If you are located in the U.S., contact Chauvet World Headquarters.
• If you are located in the UK or Ireland, contact Chauvet Europe Ltd.
• If you are located in Mexico, contact Chauvet Mexico.
• If you are located in Benelux, contact Chauvet Europe BVBA.
• If you are located in any other country, DO NOT contact Chauvet. Instead, contact
your local distributor. See www.chauvetlighting.com UK, Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux.
distributor of record and follow their instructions products to them. Visit our website www.chauvetlighting.com for contact details.
Merchandise return.
accessories. Chauvet will not issue call tags.
returned without an RMA number.
directly on the box.
for distributors outside the U.S.,
and place it inside the box:
• Your name
• Your address
• Your phone number
• RMA number
• A brief description of the problem
Be sure to pack the product properly. Any shipping d packaging will be your responsibility. FedEx packing or double­recommended.
product(s).
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