1.BEFORE YOU BEGIN..................................................................................................................................................................1
WHAT IS INCLUDED ........................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Additional Features ............................................................................................................................................................3
Data C abling.....................................................................................................................................................................13
DMX Data Cable ..............................................................................................................................................................13
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart ......................................................................................................................................14
Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link ..................................................................................................................................14
CONTROL OPTIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 16
DMX Control without ID Addressing ................................................................................................................................16
DMX Co ntrol with ID Addressing .....................................................................................................................................16
DMX Addressing Example ...............................................................................................................................................17
DMX + ID Addressing Examples .....................................................................................................................................17
Configuring the Starting Addr es s ....................................................................................................................................18
CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................................... 18
Password Menu Lockout .................................................................................................................................................18
Menu Map.........................................................................................................................................................................20
ARC 1 + D ........................................................................................................................................................................24
CONTACT US ................................................................................................................................................................................. 25
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................................................. 26
PHOTOMETRIC DATA ....................................................................................................................................................................... 28
COLORDASH™BATTEN SERVICE MAINTENANCE GUIDE ..................................................................................................................... 29
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1.BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
Ø 1 x COLORdash™ Batten
Ø 1 x Power cable with plug
Ø 1 x 6 ft (2 m) power linking cable
Ø 1 x Warranty Card
Ø 1 x User M an u al
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 inspec tion 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.
Manual Conventions
MENU > Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed
Icons
CHAUVET manuals use the following conventions to differentiate certain types of information from the regular
text.
M
ONVENTION
C
[10] A DIP switch to be configured
A key to be pressed on the fixture’s control panel
1~512 A range of val u es
50/60 A set of values of w hic h on ly one can be chosen
Settings A menu option not to be modified (for example, showing the operating mode/current status)
ON A value t o be entered or s el ect ed
This man u al us es th e followin g ic ons to in dicate inf orm at i on th at req uires spec i al attention on th e part of the
user.
CONS
I
This paragraph contains critical installation, configuration or operation information. Failure
to comply with this information may render the fixture partially or completely inoperative,
cause damage to the fixture or cause harm to the user or technician.
This paragraph contains important installation or configuration information. Failure to
comply with this information may prevent the fixture from functioning correctly.
EANING
M
EANING
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This paragraph contains useful, although not critical, information.
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Please read these instructions carefully because they include important information about the
Safety Instructions
There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Any reference to servicing the unit you may find
from now on will only apply to properly certified technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any
repairs unless you are one of them.
In the unlikely event that your unit may require service, please contact CHAUVET at
(954) 929-1115.
•Keep this manual for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, make sure that they also receive
this manu al .
• Always mak e sure that you ar e c onn ec ti ng t h e uni t t o th e pr op er vol tage, as p er th e sp ec if i cations.
• Always disconnect from power source before servicing.
• This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to rain or moisture.
• Make sure th er e ar e no f l am m abl e m ater i als cl ose to the unit w hil e o p er ati ng.
• Always secure the fixture to fastening device using a safety chain.
• Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). D o n ot op erate fixtur e at tem peratur es hi gh er t h an thi s .
• In the event of a ser i ous op erating pr obl em , stop using the unit immediately!
• Never connect the device to a dimmer pack.
• Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect th e pow er c or d b y pul li ng or tugging on t h e c ord.
• Avoid dir ect e ye e xp os ure to the light s ource while it is on.
• Do not daisy chain power to more than 10 fixtures @120 V or 20 fixtures @ 230 V.
• The unit must b e installed in a location with ad equate venti l at i on, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.
Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.
Please refer to all applicable local codes and regulations for proper installation of this fixture.
install ati on, usage an d m aint enance of this product.
LED Expected Lifespan
LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time. HEAT is the dominant factor that leads to the acceleration of
this decl in e. P ac k ag ed in cl us ters, LEDs exh i bit higher operating t em p eratures than in ideal or sing ul ar opt im um
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-environm ent al and the reduction of over all projecti on
intensity.
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2.INTRODUCTION
Features
• 3, 4, 10, or 12-channel DMX LED bank system (with ID addressing)
• Operating modes
• RGB c olor mixing with or without DMX controller
• Built-in aut om at ed p r ograms via master/slav e or D MX
• Program an d recall cust om programs via mas ter/slave or DM X
• Adjustable fan speeds
Additional Features
• High-power, 1 W (350 mA) LEDs
• 3-pin and 5-pin DMX connections
• Addition al (IEC) power out put: max 10 fixtures @ 120 V or 20 fixtures @ 230 V
• Attach multiple units together with the included bracket
• LCD displa y wi th p assword protection
• Transfer custom programs between fixtures
• Double-bracket yoke doubles as floor stand
3-channel: RGB control
4-channel: RGB, dimmer
10-chan n el: R G B, I D, dim, macro, strobe, aut om at ic , cus tom, modul e sel ect
12-chan n el: R G B of 4 s eparate secti ons
Options
• COLORado™ Contr ol l er (CO LO R -CON)
• Optical systems: 15° (CL20X15), or 30° (installed)
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4
Blue
DMX Channel Summary
The COLORdash™ Batten has four DMX channel configurations, referred to as “Personalities” in this manual
and in the fixture onboard control panel. The four personalities are: STAGE 1, BLOCK, ARC 1 and ARC 1 + D.
Each of the different personalities can be accessed from the control panel. Please see section on “Control
Panel Functions” for a desc ri pt i on on h ow t o accomplish this.
STAGE
1
CHANNEL DESCRIPTION
BLOCK CHANNELDESCRIPTION
1 Dimmer
2 Red
3 Green
5 Color Macro
6 Strobe
7
8
9
Auto & Custom
Programs
Auto Speed
Adjustment
ID Address
Selection
10 Block Selection
1 Red 1
2 Green 1
3 Blue 1
4 Red 2
5 Green 2
6 Blue 2
7 Red 3
8 Green 3
9 Blue 3
10 Red 4
11 Green 4
12 Blue 4
ARC1 CHANNELDESCRIPTIONARC1+D CHANNELDESCRIPTION
1 Red 1 Dimmer
2 Green 2 Red
3 Blue 3 Green
4 Blue
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Bracket
Knob
Power Out
Powe r In
DMX Out
DMX In
Control
Panel
Cooling Fa n
Fuse holder
Bracket
knob
Product Overview
Adjustment
Adjustment
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Product Dimensions
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The fuse is located inside
this compartment.
FUSE
3.SETUP
AC Power
This fi xtur e h as an aut o-s w itc hing power su pp l y that c an ac commoda t e a wid e range of input vol tages (100 ~
240 VAC, 50/60 Hz). Before powering on the unit, make sure the line voltage to which you are connecting it is
within th e range of acc ept ed vol tages.
This fixture is designed for power linking from one COLORdash™ Quad to another COLORdash™ Quad
fixture. This is done with IEC extensio n cables.
Always connect the fixture to a switched circuit. Never connect the fixture to a rheostat (variable
resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used only as a 0 to 100% switch.
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 indicates its average current draw
under normal conditions.
Always conne ct the fixt ure to a circuit wi th a suit abl e el ectri ca l ground.
Fuse Replacement
Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always replace with the same type fuse.
With a Phillips #2 head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse
holder from its housing. Remove the damaged
fuse from its h ol d er and replace w ith exac t same
type fuse. Screw the fuse holder back in its place
and reconnect power.
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Mounting
Orientation
Rigging
This fixture m ay b e m ount ed in any safe position, provided there is adequate room for ventilation.
The fixture includ es a m oun ti ng yoke to which a rig gi ng cl am p c an be attached. Y ou mus t sup ply your own
clamp and make sure the clamp is capable of supporting the weight of this fixture. You can order “C” and “O”
clamps from any CHAUVET dealer or distributor (CLP-15, CLP-06 recommended).
There are two types of applications for this fixture: floor stand for up lighting, and overhead use for down
lighting.
If you are using this fixture for down lighting, you must use at least one safety cable/chain for each
fixture in addition to the double-bracket yoke.
If hanging the fixture for overhead use please follow the below steps:
1. Block acc ess bel ow th e w ork area and us e a suit able and stabl e pl atform when ins t alli ng or servicin g
fixture.
2. Always use safety cables. The safety cable must be capable of holding 10 times the weight of the fixture.
3. Verify that t h e struc ture can hol d 10 t i m es th e w eig ht of all to-b e ins talled fixtures.
After prolonged periods of operation, the fixture’s chassis may reach high temperatures. This fixture
must be mounted in a ventilated location, as it uses natural convection cooling.
Mounting clamps are so ld separate ly .
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Rigging (Cont.)
Double yoke bracket/floor stand:
The fixture ships with this configuration installed.
It is recommended that two clamps be used when hanging the fixture in this configuration.
Horizontal han g:
The clamp is mounted directly to the fixture’s M10 threaded
hole on the rear of the fixture, without any other bracket(s).
This setup provides limited angle adjustments.
Vertical hang:
The clamp is mounted directly to the fixture’s M10 threaded
hole on eith er si d e of the f i xture, with out an y other brack et (s ) .
This setup provides limited angle adjustments.
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Fixture Stacking
The fixtures may be stacked together horizontally to create a strip light or vertically f or a blinder effect . This can
be used for runway lighting or cycloramas. With the different methods of bracket mounting, this turns the
COLORd as h™ B at t en i nto a very vers atile lightin g tool.
It is recommended that a maximum of three fixtur e s be st a ck ed together at a ti m e.
You will still need to connect and configure each fixture separately. For the power, you may use the
linking cables provided with the fixture.
Vertical Stacking (Hanging)
When rigging three units in a vertical arrangement using the provided brackets, you should use clamps
with long pan bolts, such as Altman or Mega Clamp, to prevent the brackets’ flanges from interfering
with the truss.
Hanging v ertical stacking (three units) with rear safety loops
and Altman clamps
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Horizontal Stacking (Hanging)
Please follow the below instructions for stacking the fixtures horizontally.
1. Remove the brackets that come with the fixtures, in order to make room for the attachment screws.
2. In the same loc ation wher e the bracket att ac hes, you may install the lin ki ng sc rews. This will at t ac h the
fixtures close together.
3. You may use the brackets for this configuration, or simply install the clamp directly to the fixture as showed
in the previous page.
In a two-unit horizontal stacking arrangement, CHAUVET recommends using two clamps to prevent the
arrangement from pivoting
Hanging h orizontal stacking (two units) with side safety loops
and two “O” clamps.
Horizontal Stacking (Floor Standing)
Notice the locking screws between each fixture for added strength and the overlapping brackets on the
back of the fixtures.
Floor standing horizontal stacking (t hree units) wi th rear
brackets and side floor stands ( exploded view).
Floor standing horizontal stacking (t hree units) wi th rear
brackets and side floor stands (assembled).
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Lens Assembly
Lens Holder
Screws
LED Plastic UV Cover
LED PCB
Plastic
Cover
Double-
Stand
Lens Assembly Installation/Replacement
The COLORdash™ Batten ships with 15° lens as sembly pr e-installed from the factory. However, there is an
optional lens kit (CL20X30) a vai l abl e as accessories, which wi ll alt er t h e beam angle to 30º. These lenses come
in pac kag es of 2 0 pieces each. Therefore, if you have a fixture that has more than 20 LEDs (such as the
COLORd as h™ B at t en) make sure to order enough lenses. Please follow the below instructions for proper lens
replacement/installation.
Side
1.
2.
bracket
Yoke/Floor
Use care when performing this procedure, as this gives you direct access to the LEDs, which are very
fragile.
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1. Remove the side, plastic UV cover (black) by removing the sc r ews th at hold it in plac e. Th ere are four
screws to remove for this step.
2. Slide the LED pl ast ic c over out throu gh th e si de of the plastic bl ack cover th at w as r em ov ed.
3. After removing the side cover, remove the screws that hold the lens assembly in place. There ar e eight
screws for this step.
4. You now s h ou ld have full access to the lens assembly. This m us t b e removed an d th e old l enses must be
replaced with the new lenses.
5. The same assembly is to be reinstalled with the new lenses in place and th e pr oc ess is c omp l ete.
When replacing the lens assembly, make sure that the power is disconnected from the fixture
beforehand.
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COMMON
DMX -
INPUT
OUTPUT
1
3
2 1 3
2
1
3
2
120 ohm, ¼ W
To avoid signal transmission
problems and interference, it is
always advisable to connect a DMX
signal terminator.
DMX connector confi guration
Fixture Linking
You will n eed a serial data link to ru n lig ht s h ows of on e or m ore f i xtu res 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 a ll the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fixtures the data link can
support.
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 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 r ec om m en d ed number of fixtures on a seri al d ata lin k: 32
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 cable, please
use data-grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference.
Type: shielded, 2-conductor twisted pair
Maximum capacitance between conductors: 30 pF/ft
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield: 55 pF/ft
Maximum resistance: 20 ohms/1000 ft
Nomina l imp edance: 100 ~ 140 o hms
Cable Connectors
The cabl e mus t h ave a m al e X LR c onnector on on e end and a femal e XLR c onn ec tor on the oth er end .
Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common
can cause a ground loo p, and your fixture may perform errat ic all y. Test the cable s wit h an oh mm eter to
verify correct polarity, and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to each other.
resistor between
pin 2 (DMX -) and
pin 3 (DMX +) on
the output of the
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This drawing
Univers al DMX Controller
Continue the link
3-P
5-P
Conductor
3-Pin Female (Output)
5-Pin Male (Input)
Ground/Shield
Pin 1
Pin 1
Data ( - ) signal
Pin 2
Pin 2
Data ( + ) signal
Pin 3
Pin 3
Not used
Pin 4
Not used
Pin 5
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart
If you use a controller with a 5-pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5-pin to 3-pin adapter.
You may use the CHAUVET Model number DMX5M, or DMX5F.
The chart below detail s a prop er cable conversion:
IN TO
IN CONVERSION CHART
Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link
1. Connect the (male ) 3-pin connector side of the
DMX cable to the output (female) 3-pin connector
of the controller.
2. Connect the end of the cable comi ng from the
controller, whic h w ill hav e a (female) 3-pin
connector to the input connector of the next fixture
consist i ng of a (m al e) 3-pin connector.
3. Then, proceed to connect from the output as stated
above to the input of the following fixture and so
on.
CHAUVET Certified DMX Data Cables
Order Code Description
DMX1.5 DMX Cable 1.5 m/4.9 ft
DMX4.5 DMX Cable 4.5 m/14.8 ft
DMX10 DMX Cable 10 m/32.8 ft
provides a general
illustration of the
DMX Input/output
panel of a lighting
fixture.
panel of a lighting
fixture.
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The setup for Master-Slave and Stand-
mode.
Master
Slave
Slave
Master/Slave Fixture Linking
1. Connect the (male ) 3-pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3-pin connector
of the first fixture.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture, which will have a (female) 3-pin
connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3-pin connector. Then,
proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so
on.
alone operation requires that the first
fixture in the chain be initialized as
“Master” via settings of the Control
Panel on the back of the unit. In
addition, each of the fixtures that follow
must be set as “Slave.” Please consult
the “Operating “Instructions” section in
this manual for complete instructions
on how to setup the Master/Slave
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4.OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Control Options
The COLORdash™ Batten is addressable in the DMX range of 001 to 512. In its simplest control
form, this allows for the control of up to 51 fixtures in the 10-channel STAGE 1 personality; however,
a secondary ID address system exists for use in a limited DMX universe and architectural
environments. The ID address system allows the user to assign up to 66 fixtures within the same
DMX addr ess , in effect multiplying the control of the C OLO Rd ash™ Batte n withi n a sin gl e un i ver se to
3,366 fix tures. The ID address system is accessed using DMX channel 9 (STAGE 1). Consider ation
must be pl ac ed when progr am mi n g li ve p erformanc es or cu es that need to trigger on deman d or on a
time line. So, to remain within one second execution time, program no greater than 10 fixtures on ID
addressing per DMX channel.
DMX Control without ID Addressing
The COLORdash™ Batten operat es on 10 DMX channels (STAGE 1), 12 DMX channels (BLOCK),
three DMX channels (ARC 1) or four DMX channels (ARC 1 + D). Address each fixture in increments
of the number of channels in use. For example, if using the STAGE 1 mode, each fixture could be
addressed 1, 11, 21, 31, etc. To save time you can use the same DMX address for each fixture. In
this case, all fixtures will respond simultaneously to the DMX control. You may also group your
fixtur es and address thos e groups alik e f or f ast er programmi ng and control .
1. Access the control panel function by pressing the <MENU> button until Run Mode shows.
2. Press <ENTER> and use <UP>/<DOWN> to select the DMX function.
3. Press <MENU> until DMX address shows.
4. Press <ENTER>.
5. Use <UP>/<DOWN> to increase or decrease channels between 001 and 512.
6. Press <ENTER> to confirm this action. OK and save will brie fly show.
7. To exit, press <MENU>.
8. Deactivate ID addressing in each fixture by setting panel function ID ON/O FF to OFF.
MENU > SETTINGS > ID ON/OFF >OFF
If ID addressing is not deactivated in the fixture’s control panel function, unintended results
may occur if values are present in channel 9. Make sure values on channel 9 are set to 0.
DMX Control with ID Addressing
1. Follow instructions 1 ~ 4 for DMX addressing.
2. Activate ID addressing in each fixture by setting panel function ID ON/OFF to ON.
MENU > Settings > ID ON/OFF > ON
3. For every DMX starting address the user can set 66 separate ID addresses.
4. Set ID addresses in each fixture by setting panel function ID address to increment al val u es. (For
example, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, etc.)
MENU > Settings > ID addr es s > 01 ~ 66
5. ID address es ar e accessible using channel 9 (STAGE 1).
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DMX Address: 001
DMX Address: 001
DMX Address: 001
DMX Address: 011
DMX Address: 011
DMX Address: 011
DMX Controller
The figure above shows a simple DMX layout, which has used
ID Address: 01
ID Address: 02
ID Address: 03
ID Address: 04
ID Address: 05
ID Address: 06
The figure above shows six fixtures connected in series with corresponding addresses.
UP DOWN EX ITSET
Single Row
Application
ID Address: 01
The figure above shows nine fixtures
UP DOWN EXITSET
Block Application
ID Address: 02
ID Address: 03
ID Address: 04
ID Address: 05
ID Address: 06
ID Address: 07
ID Address: 08
ID Address: 09
ID Address: 01
The figure above shows nine fixtures
ID Address: 02
ID Address: 03
ID Address: 01
ID Address: 02
ID Address: 03
ID Address: 01
ID Address: 02
ID Address: 03
Repeat Row Block Application
UP DOWN EXITSET
DMX Addressing Example
ID Address: 01
ID Address: 02
three units at each DMX address. The three units have different ID
addresses which allows the user to collectively control the whole
group of units at that DMX address by setting channel 9 to 0, or to
control each unit independently by first selecting the DMX address
and then by using channel 9 to locate the target ID address.
DMX + ID Addressing Examples
connected in series. Three rows comprised
of 3 fixtures are addressed identically. Each
fixture has ID ON in the fixture’s settings.
Each fixture has ID ON in the fixture’s settings.
ID Address: 03
ID Address: 01
connected in series with corresponding
addresses. Each fixture has ID ON in
the fixture’s settings.
ID Address: 02
ID Address: 03
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MENU
DOWN
ENTER
UP
Configuring the Starting Address
Each fixture requires a starting address from 1 ~ 512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for
control begins to read the data on the channel indicated by the starting address. For example, a
fixture that uses seven DMX channels and is addressed to start on DMX channel 100, will read data
from channels: 1 00 , 10 1, 102, 103, 104, 105 and 106. C h oose the starti ng address es for eac h f i xtu re
so that the channels used do not overlap. In addition, you should note the starting address selected
for future reference.
The COLORdash™ Batten uses up to 12 DMX channels. If this is your first time using DMX, we
recommend reading the “DMX Primer” section in the Appendix.
Control Panel Functions
All fixture functions and settings are accessible via t h e bui lt -in control panel interface.
BUTTONFUNCTION
MENU Exits from the current menu or function
UP
DOWN
ENTER
Navigates upwards through the menu list and increases the numeric value when in a
function
Navigates downw ards through the m enu list and dec r eases the num e ric val ue when
in a function
Enables the cu r rently disp l ay ed m en u or s ets th e cur r ently sel ect ed v alu e in to the
selected function
Password Menu Lockout
The COLORdash™ Batten has a pass word lockout feature. When the password is enabled, the
displ ay will ask f or the unit’s password eac h tim e it is p ow ered. The Password function can be
enabled/disabled by using the control panel.
The COLORdash™ Batten has no def ault passw ord. The password can be added or changed by
accessi ng t h e c ontrol panel.
If the user forgets their password, there is a permanent factory override password, which
consists in press ing the follow i ng se qu enc e: <UP > twice, <DOWN>, <UP>, <DOWN>, <UP>,
<DOWN> twice. After that, press <ENTER>. The display should show MENU.
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Upload Customs
The custom programs in the COLORdash™ Batten may be copied from one fixt ure to another, thus
giving th e abi lity to have to on l y pr ogr am t h em on a si ng l e fixture, and then duplicate them on several
others. This function is accessed from the Control Panel by selecting Upload Customs. Follow the
below steps for this process.
1. Set all fixtures that are going to receive the upload to SLAVE operation.
2. Disconnect the fixtures from the DMX controller.
3. Select Settings in the Control Panel and pr ess <ENTER>.
4. Select Upload Customs and press <ENTER>.
5. Press <ENTER> to confirm
or
enter password, th en press <ENTER>.
6. Uploading custo ms will display when the transfer is proceeding.
7. If the upload is successful, the slave fixtures will show green. If the upload is unsuccessful, the
slave fixtures will show red.
You must enter the password on the unit sending the custom programs to the other unit s. If
you have not yet set a password on the unit, you may leave it blank and just press <ENTER>.
The units receiving the new custom programs from the mast er must be set to SLAV E
operation. Otherwise, they will not accept the custom programs.
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Menu Map
MAIN FUNCTIONSUB-FUNCTIONSELECTIONINSTRUCTION
Red
1. Static Color
2. Aut o
3. Edit Custom
4. DMX Address (No sub function)001 ~ 512 Sets the DMX starting address
5. Personality (No sub function)
6. Run Mode (No sub function)DMX ~ Slave
7. ID Address (No sub function)0 ~ 66 Assigns the ID address to a fixture
8. Settings
Green
Blue
Strobe
Auto (1 ~ 10) Choose from 10 au t omatic programs
Custom (1 ~ 10)
Custom (1 ~ 10)
(Scene 01~ 30)
Fan
ID On ~ Off Turns ID addressing on or off
Reset to factory? Press <ENTER> twice
Upload custom?
000 ~ 255*
(0 ~ 100%)
*Strobe range is
0 ~ 20 Hz
Red
Green
Blue
Strobe Select strobing frequency (0 ~ 20 Hz)
Time (0 ~ 255)
Fade (0 ~ 255)
STAGE 1 9-channel
BLOCK 12-channel (4 section RGB)
ARC 1 3-channel (RGB)
ARC 1 + D 4-channel (RGB+D)
Auto Automatically turns on the fan, when needed
Off
Low Adjusts the fan speed to its quietest speed
Normal Adjusts the fan speed to it medium speed
High Adjusts the fan speed to its fastest speed
Press <ENTER> twice
Password Required
User can combine Red, Green and Blue to
generate a custom color
Select strobing frequency (0 ~ 20 Hz)
Choose from 10 progr ams th at be customiz ed
under the Edit Custom m en u op t i on
User can combine Red, Green and Blue to
generate a custom color (0 ~ 255)
Sets the operating mode for the fixture: to
receive signal from a DMX controller (DMX), or
to receive signal from the DMX out of another
COLORdash Batten (Slave)
It keeps the fans off, reg ardless of t he
temperature. If the temperature of the LEDs
reached a tem peratur e > 60º, the fans would
start automatically, regardless of this setting.
Resets the fixture to the default, factory
settings
Uploads a fi xtu re’s cust om pr ogram to anoth er
fixture (same fixture only)
Password: Press <DOWN> 8 times
9. Password (No sub function) On ~ Off
Turns the password on or off ( after 30 s of no
action, th e password wi ll au tomatic all y turn on
after selecting On)
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000 ó 255
Dimmer
0 ó 100%
000 ó 255
Red
0 ó 100%
000 ó 255
Green
0 ó 100%
000 ó 255
Blue
0 ó 100%
251 ó 255
Color Macr o + Wh i te Balance
Whi te 9: 8500 K
005 ó 255
Strobe
0 ó 20 Hz
251 ó 255
Aut o + Cus tom Programs + Fan Control
Cu stom 10
8
0 ó 255
Auto Speed (only when CH 7 is between 061 ~ 255)
DMX Channel Values
The COLORdash™ Batten has four DMX channel configurations: STAGE 1, BLOCK, ARC 1, and
ARC 1 + D.
STAGE 1
CHANNELVALUEFUNCTION
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
000 ó 010
011 ó 035
036 ó 060
061 ó 085
086 ó 110
111 ó 135
136 ó 160
161 ó 185
186 ó 210
211 ó 215
216 ó 220
221 ó 225
226 ó 230
231 ó 235
236 ó 240
241 ó 245
246 ó 250
000 ó 004
000 ó 010
011 ó 020
021 ó 030
031 ó 040
041 ó 050
051 ó 060
061 ó 070
071 ó 080
081 ó 090
091 ó 100
101 ó 110
111 ó 120
121 ó 130
131 ó 140
141 ó 150
151 ó 160
161 ó 170
171 ó 180
181 ó 190
191 ó 200
201 ó 210
211 ó 220
221 ó 230
231 ó 240
241 ó 250
(or STEP TIME when CUS 1 ~ 10 is activated )
(or FADE TIME when CUS 1 ~ 10 is activa ted)
No F uncti on
Red 100% - Gr een Up - B l u e 0 %
Red Down - Green 100% - Blue 0%
Red 0% - Green 100% - Blu e Up
Red 0% - Green Down - Blue 100%
Red Up - Green 0% - Blue 100%
Red 100% - Gr een 0% - Blue Down
Red 100% - Green Up - Bl ue Up
Red Down - Green Down - Blue 100%
White 1: 3200 K
White 2: 3400 K
White 3: 4200 K
White 4: 4900 K
White 5: 5600 K
White 6: 5900 K
White 7: 6500 K
White 8: 7200 K
No F uncti on
Reset to display fan setting
Fans Off (Hold for 3 sec)
Fans Low (Hol d for 3 sec)
Fans Normal (Hold for 3 sec)
Fans High (H ol d for 3 sec)
Fans Auto (H ol d f or 3 sec)
Auto 1
Auto 2
Auto 3
Auto 4
Auto 5
Auto 6
Auto 7
Auto 8
Auto 9
Auto 10
Cu stom 1
Cu stom 2
Cu stom 3
Cu stom 4
Cu stom 5
Cu stom 6
Cu stom 7
Cu stom 8
Cu stom 9
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C
ID A
VALUE
ID
VALUE
ID
VALUE
ID
000 ó 009
211
All IDs
ID 22
212
234
ID 23
ID 45
235
ID 46
230 ó 255
Block
Block 1,2,4
000 ó 255
Red 1
0 ó 100%
000 ó 255
Green 1
0 ó 100%
000 ó 255
Blue 1
0 ó 100%
000 ó 255
Red 2
0 ó 100%
000 ó 255
Green 2
0 ó 100%
000 ó 255
Blue 2
0 ó 100%
000 ó 255
Red 3
0 ó 100%
000 ó 255
Green 3
0 ó 100%
000 ó 255
Blue 3
0 ó 100%
000 ó 255
Red 4
0 ó 100%
000 ó 255
Green 4
0 ó 100%
000 ó 255
Blue 4
0 ó 100%
STAGE 1 (Cont.)
HANNEL
DDRESSING
010 ó 019
020 ó 029
030 ó 039
040 ó 049
050 ó 059
060 ó 069
070 ó 079
080 ó 089
9
090 ó 099
100 ó 109
110 ó 119
120 ó 129
130 ó 139
140 ó 149
150 ó 159
160 ó 169
170 ó 179
180 ó 189
190 ó 199
200 ó 209
210
ID 1
ID 2
ID 3
ID 4
ID 5
ID 6
ID 7
ID 8
ID 9
ID 10
ID 11
ID 12
ID 13
ID 14
ID 15
ID 16
ID 17
ID 18
ID 19
ID 20
ID 21
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6.APPENDIX
DMX Primer
There ar e 512 ch ann els in a DMX connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A f ixture
capable of receiving DMX will r equ ire one or a number of s eq u ential ch ann els . The user must ass i g n
a starting address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the controller. There are
many different types of DMX controllable fixtures and t hey all may vary in the total number of
chann els requ i r ed. C h oos ing a start address shou ld be pl anned in advance. Channels shoul d n ever
overlap. If they do, this will result in erratic operation of the fixtures whose starting address is set
incorrectly. You can however, control multiple fixtures of the same type using the same starting
address as l ong as the intended r es ult is th at of unison movem en t or op eration. In ot h er w ords , th e
fixtures will be slaved together and all respond exactly the same.
DMX f ixtures are des igned to receive data through a serial Daisy Chain. A Daisy Chain connection is
where the DATA OUT of one fixture connects to the DATA IN of the next fixture. The order in which
the fixtures are connected is not important and has no effect on how a controller com mu nicates t o
each fixture. Use an order that provides for the easiest and most direct cabling. Connect fixtures
using shielded two conductor twisted pair cable with three pin XLR male to female connectors. The
shield connection is pin 1, while pin 2 is Data Negative (S-) and pin 3 is Data positive (S+). CHAUVET
car ri es 3-pin XLR DMX compliant cables, DMX-10 (33’), DMX-4.5 (15’) and DMX-1.5 (5’)
General Maintenance
To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, fixtures should be cleaned frequently. Usage
and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency. As a general rule, fixtures should
be cleaned at least twice a month. Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause
overheating. This can lead to reduced lamp life and increased mechanical wear. Be sure to power off
fixture before cond uc t in g m ain tenanc e.
• Unplug fixture from power.
• Use a vacuum or air c om pr essor and a soft brush to remo ve d us t c oll ect ed on external
vents and internal components.
•Clean all glass when the fixture is cold with a mild solution of glass cleaner or Isopropyl
Alcohol and a soft lint free cotton cloth or lens tissue.
• Apply solution to the cloth or tissue and drag dirt and grime to the outside of the lens.
• Gently polish optical surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
The clean in g of internal and external op t ical lenses and/ or m irrors mus t be c arri ed out p eriodicall y to
optimi z e ligh t output. Clean i ng frequency depends on t h e envi ronment in whic h the fixture operates.
Damp, sm ok y or p art ic ularly dirty surroundings can cause greater accumulation of dirt on th e uni t ’s
optics. Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid. Clean the external optics at least every
20 days. Cl ean the inter n al optic s at least every 30/60 days.
Always dry the parts carefully after cleaning them.
Never spin a fan using compressed air.
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Returns Procedure
Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing; call tags will not be issued.
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandize Authorization Number (RMA #).
Products returned without the RMA # will be refused. Call CHAUVET and request an RMA # prior to
shippi ng th e fixture. B e prepared to pr ovi d e the m od el nu m b er, s erial number and a brief descrip t i on
of the cause for the return. Be sure to pack fixture properly; any shipping damage resulting from
inadeq u ate packaging is the customer’s responsibility. As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or
double-boxing is always a safe method to use.
CHAUVET reserves th e rig ht t o us e its ow n dis c retion to rep air or replace prod uc t( s ).
If you are given an RMA #, please include the following information on a piece of paper inside
the box:
1) Your name
2) Your address
3) Your phone number
4) The RMA #
5) A brief description of the symptoms
Claims
Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore, the damage must be
report ed t o the carrier upon receipt of merchandise. It is the customer's responsibility to notify and
submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is damaged due to shipping. Any other claim
for items such as missing component/part, damage not related to shi ppi n g, an d c oncealed dam ag e,
must be m ad e wit hi n s even ( 7) d ays of r ec ei vi ng m er c h an dise.
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Photometric Data
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COLORdash™ Batten Service Maintenance Guide
SYMPTOMPOSSIBLE CAUSE(S) POSSIBLE ACTION(S)
General low light
intensity
White LED does
not i lluminate
Both red, green
or blue LED’s
are not
illuminating
Only one red,
green or bl u e
LED illuminates
None of the
LEDs are
illuminating
Breaker/Fuse
keeps blow i ng
Device does not
power up
Fixture is not
responding to
DMX
Loss of signal
• Dirty lens assembly • Clean the fixture regularly.
• Misaligned lens assembly • Ins t all l ens assembly pr op erly.
• Faul ty L E D
• F ault y LE D dr i ver
• Opened LED. If any red, green or
blue LED op ens u p, the other
LED will not illuminate. This is
because they are connected in
series.
• F ault y LE D dr i ver
• Short-circ uited LED. If any red,
green or bl u e LED sh ortens, onl y
the other LED will illuminate. This
is because they are connected in
series.
• Faulty LED PCB
• Faulty LED Driver PCB
• No Auto or Static mode response;
faulty m ain PC B
• Excessive circuit load • Check total load placed on the electrical circuit.
• Short circuit along the power
wires
• No power • Check for power on Mains.
• Loose power cord • Check power cord
• Faulty internal power supply
• Wrong DMX addressing • Check Control Panel and unit addressing
• Damaged DMX cables • Check DMX cables
• Wrong polarity settings on the
controller
• Loose DMX cables • Check cable connections
• Faulty DMX interface
• Faulty Main PCB
• Non DMX cables • Use only DMX compatible cables
• Bouncing signals • Ins tall termin ator as sugges t ed.
• Long cable / Low level signal • Install am p lifier right after fixture with strong signal.
• Too many fixtures • Ins t all an opticall y c ou pl ed D M X spl it t er aft er uni t #3 2.
• Interference from AC wires
If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET Technical
Support at the location on page 28 .
• Replace the LED PCB (Part#: P222-MBATDVR).
• Replace the LED Driver PCB (Part # P172-MBTDVR).
• Replace the LED PCB (Part#: P222-MBATDVR).
• Replace the LED Driver PCB (Part # P172-MBTDVR).
• Replace the LED PCB (Part#: P222-MBATDVR).
• Replace LED PCB (Part#: P222-MBATDVR)
• Replace LED Driver PCB (Part#: P172-MBTDVR)
• Replace Main PCB (Part#: P170-MBATPC)
• Check for a short in the electrical wiring (internal and/or
external).
• Replace internal power supply (Part#: P140-M1ELTR)
• Check polarity switch settings on the controller
• Replace Main PCB (Part#: P170-MBATPC)
• Replace Main PCB (Part#: P170-MBATPC)
• Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or
black lights.
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8 4 3 2 1 5 10
9
6
7
Exploded Vie w
ITEMDESCRIPTIONPART NUMBER
1 LED Driver PCB P172-MBTDVR
2 Display/Master PCB P170-MBATPC
3 Electronic Transformer P140-M1ELTR
4 Bracket/Floor stand P170-MBBRKT
5 Bracket adjustment knob P111-MBTKNOB
6 Power input/output connector P111-PWRCNC
7 Side, plastic cover P111-BATBCVR
8 LED metal-core PCB assembly P222-MBATDVR
9 Cooling fan P130-40MM24V
10 Front clear plastic LED cover P111-MBARCLR
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Wiring Diagram
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Technical Specifications
WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS
Length ..................................................................................................................................... 3.3 in (84 mm)
Width ................................................................................................................................... 18.5 in (470 mm)
Height.................................................................................................................................... 7.5 in (191 mm)
Weight .................................................................................................................................... 7.9 lbs (3.6 kg)
POWER
Auto-ranging internal power supply ..........................................................................100 ~ 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption @ 120 V , 60 Hz .................................................................................. 58 W (0.8 A) max
Power Cons umption @ 240 V , 50 Hz ................................................................................ 59 W (0.46 A) max
Additional P ower Output @ 120 V...............................................................................................13 units max
Additi onal Power Output @ 230 V...............................................................................................23 units m ax
Fuse ........................................................................................................................................ F 1.5 A, 250 V
LIGHT S OU RCE
LED ............................................................................ 1 W, 350 mA, 24 (8 Red, 8 Green, 8 Blue), 50,000 hr s
PHOTO OP T I C (WITH 30° LENS ASSEMBLY)
Luminance @ 1 m ........................................................................................................................... 1,750 lux
Beam Angl e ..................................................................................................................................... 35° x 30 °
Field Angl e ...................................................................................................................................... 62° x 60°
COOLING
Fan cooled ........................................................................................................................... 40 mm, 24 V fan
Maximum operating temperature ......................................................................................... 104º F (40º C)
CONTROL & PROGRAMMING
Data in put ...................................................................................................... Locking 3-pi n XLR male socket
Data out p u t................................................................................................. Locking 3-pin X LR f emal e s ock et
Data pi n configuration ...................................................................................... Pin 1 shield, pin 2 (-), pi n 3 (+)
30° Optic al L ens kit (20 pcs) ............................................................................................................. Installed
Power extension cable ......................................................................................................................... EXT-2