The COLORado PXL Bar 8 User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation,
programming, operation and maintenance instructions for the COLORado PXL Bar 8 as of the release
date of this edition.
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CHAUVET, the Chauvet logo and COLORado PXL Bar 8 are registered trademarks or trademarks of
Chauvet & Sons, LLC (d/b/a Chauvet and Chauvet Lighting) in the United States and other countries.
Other company and product names and logos referred to herein may be trademarks of their respective
companies.
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are owned by Chauvet.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
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Intended Audience
Any person installing, operating, and/or maintaining this product should completely read through the guide
that shipped with the product, as well as this manual, before installing, operating, or maintaining this
product.
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, however,
Chauvet has no obligation to make, and does not commit to make, any such revisions. Download the latest
version from www.chauvetprofessional.com
.
Document Revision
This COLORado PXL Bar 8 User Manual is the 1st edition of this document. Go to
www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest version.
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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin ....................................................................... 1
What Is Included ........................................................................................... 1
Contact Us ...................................................................................... 34
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Before You Begin
1. Before You Begin
What Is Included
•COLORado PXL Bar 8
•Seetronic Powerkon IP65 power cord
Claims
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the
package and are in good condition.
If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from shipping, or show
signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. Failure to report damage to the carrier
immediately may invalidate your claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or concealed
damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery.
Manual Conventions
ConventionMeaning
1–512A range of values
50/60A set of values of which only one can be chosen
<SET>A button on the product’s control panel
SettingsA product function or a menu option
Symbols
•2 Omega bracket with mounting hardware
•Quick Reference Guide
SymbolMeaning
Electrical warning. Not following these instructions may cause electrical damage to
the product, accessories, or the user.
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not following these
instructions may make the product not work, cause damage to the product, or cause
harm to the operator.
Important installation or configuration information. The product may not function
correctly if this information is not used.
Useful information.
Any reference to data or power connections in this manual assumes the use of
Seetronic IP-rated cables.
The term “DMX” used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A digital
data transmission protocol.
Expected LED Lifespan
Over time, use and heat will gradually reduce LED brightness. Clustered LEDs produce more heat than
single LEDs, contributing to shorter lifespans if always used at full intensity. The average LED lifespan is
40,000 to 50,000 hours. To extend LED lifespan, maintain proper ventilation around the product, and limit
the overall intensity.
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Before You Begin
Safety Notes
Read all the following safety notes before working with this product. These notes contain important
information about the installation, usage, and maintenance of this product.
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in this
User Manual will only apply to properly trained, certified technicians. Do not open the
housing or attempt any repairs.
All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this product.
Personal Safety
•Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
•Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing the fuse.
•Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
•Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
Mounting and Rigging
•Do not submerge this product (IP65). Temporary outdoor operation is fine.
•When using this product in an outdoor environment, use IP65 (or higher) rated power and data
cables. Secure unused power and data ports with attached IP65 covers.
•CAUTION: When transferring product from extreme temperature environments, (e.g., cold truck to
warm, humid ballroom) condensation may form on the internal electronics of the product. To avoid
causing a failure, allow product to fully acclimate to the surrounding environment before connecting
it to power.
•Not for permanent outdoor installation in locations with extreme environmental conditions. This
includes, but is not limited to:
•Exposure to a marine/saline environment (within 3 miles of a saltwater body of water).
•Locations where the normal high or low temperatures exceed the temperature ranges in this
manual.
•Locations that are prone to flooding or being buried in snow.
•Areas where the product will be subjected to extreme radiation or caustic substances.
•Mount this product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent
surfaces.
•Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating.
•When hanging this product, always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable.
Power and Wiring
•Always make sure you are connecting the product to the proper voltage in accordance with the
specifications in this manual or on the product’s specification label.
•Never connect the product to a dimmer pack or rheostat.
•Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable.
Operation
•Do not operate this product if there is damage on the housing, lenses, or cables. Have the damaged
parts replaced by an authorized technician at once.
•Do not cover the ventilation slots when operating to avoid internal overheating.
•The maximum ambient temperature is 113 °F (45 °C). Do not operate the product at higher temperatures.
•The minimum startup temperature is -4°F (-20°C). Do not start the product at lower temperatures.
•The minimum ambient temperature is -22°F (-30°C). Do not operate the product at lower temperatures.
•In the event of a serious operation problem, stop using this product immediately!
If your Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support.
FCC Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 Part B of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
RF Exposure Warning for North America, and Australia
Warning! This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between
the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
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Introduction
Menu buttons
Network out
Display
Fuse
holder
DMX in
Network in
DMX out
Safety
loop
Fans
Power in
Power
out
USB
2. Introduction
Features
•IP65-rated motorized tilting batten with (8) 45W RGBW LEDs with a 3.5° to 47.3° zoom range
maintains pixel pitch between fixtures
•Quiet and quick operation of 200° tilt and zoom
•Fully pixel mappable
•Several built-in effects, including virtual gobos and movement macros with foreground and
background color control for easy pixel animation effects
•DMX, sACN, Art-Net, and Kling-Net control for full flexibility
•RDM enabled for remote addressing and troubleshooting
•3.5° to 47.3° zoom range for variable beam sizes
•TRUE1-compatible power input/output ports
•IP65-rated 5-pin DMX and TCP/IP input/output ports
•IP65-rated USBc software upload port
•Slotted Omega brackets for easy hanging on truss
Product Overview
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Product Dimensions
19.61 in
498 mm
4.13 in
105 mm
10.75 in
273 mm
5.47 in
139 mm
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Setup
3. Setup
AC Power
Each COLORado PXL Bar 8 has an auto-ranging power supply that works with an input voltage range of
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the power requirements for each COLORado PXL Bar 8, refer to
the label affixed to the product. You can also refer to the Technical Specifications chart in this manual.
The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation. For more
information, download Sizing Circuit Breakers from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com
• Always connect the product to a protected circuit (a 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 to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the
rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
AC Plug
The COLORado PXL Bar 8 comes with a power input cord terminated with a Seetronic Powerkon A
connector on one end and an Edison plug on the other end (U.S. market). If the power input cord that came
with your product has no plug, or if you need the change the plug, use the table below to wire the new plug
ConnectionWire (U.S.)Wire (Europe)Screw Color
AC LiveBlackBrownYellow or Brass
AC NeutralWhiteBlueSilver
AC GroundGreen/YellowGreen/YellowGreen
Power Linking
The product supports power linking. You can power link up to 3 products at 100 V and 120 V, 6 products at
208 V, and 7 products at 230 V and 240 V.
This product comes with a power input cord. Power-linking cables are available from Chauvet for purchase.
• To preserve the IP65 rating and the warranty of this product, Seetronic Powerkon cables
must be used.
• Insert the attached IP65-rated plugs into the corresponding power/data connections
when not in use.
.
.
DMX Linking
You can link the COLORado PXL Bar 8 to a DMX controller using a 5-pin DMX connection. If using other
DMX-compatible products with this product, you can control each individually with a single DMX controller.
DMX Personalities
The COLORado PXL Bar 8 uses DMX, Art-Net™, sACN, and Kling-Net for its control personalities:
If you are not familiar with or need more information about DMX standards, Master/Slave
connectivity, or the DMX cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller, download
the DMX Primer from the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com
Uses DMX, Art-Net™, or sACN
Remote Device Management (RDM)
Remote Device Management, or RDM, is a standard for allowing DMX-enabled devices to communicate
bi-directionally along existing DMX cabling. Check the DMX controller’s User Manual or with the
manufacturer as not all DMX controllers have this capability. The COLORado PXL Bar 8 supports RDM
protocol that allows feedback to make changes to menu map options.
Uses DMX, Art-Net™, sACN, or
Kling-Net
.
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Setup
Omega bracket
Mounting clamp
Safety cable
Master/Slave Connectivity
The Master/Slave mode allows an COLORado PXL Bar 8 (the master) to control one or more
COLORado PXL Bar 8 products (the slaves) without a DMX controller. One COLORado PXL Bar 8
becomes the master when running an auto program, or by being in Static mode.
You must configure each slave’s control panel to operate in Slave mode. During Master/Slave operation,
the slaves will operate in unison with the master.
DO NOT connect a DMX controller to products operating in Master/Slave mode. The DMX
controller signals may interfere with the signals from the master.
•The Operation
the master and slaves.
• If you are not familiar with or need more information about DMX standards, or the DMX
cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller, download the DMX Primer from
the Chauvet website: www.chauvetprofessional.com
section of this manual provides detailed instructions on how to configure
.
Mounting
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes.
For our CHAUVET Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://trusst.com/products/
Orientation
Always mount this product in a safe position, making sure there is adequate room for ventilation,
configuration, and maintenance.
Rigging
Chauvet recommends using the following general guidelines when mounting this product.
•Before deciding on a location for the product, 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
•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.
for weight information.
Procedure
The COLORado PXL Bar 8 comes with a bracket to which you can attach a mounting clamp directly.
Mounting clamps are sold separately. Make sure the clamps are capable of supporting the weight of this
product. Use at least one mounting point per product. For the CHAUVET Professional line of mounting
clamps, go to http://www.trusst.com/products
Mounting Diagram
.
.
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Operation
4. Operation
Control Panel Operation
ButtonFunction
<MENU> Exits from the current menu or function
<ENTER>
<UP>Navigates upward through the menu list or increases the numeric value when in a function
<DOWN> Navigates downward through the menu list or decreases the numeric value when in a function
Protocol Configuration
The COLORado PXL Bar 8 can be set to respond to DMX, Art-Net™, sACN, Kling-Net, or a combination of
these protocols. The protocol configuration must be set for the product to respond correctly to the controller(s).
Control Personalities
The following control personalities are available on the COLORado PXL Bar 8:
Uses DMX, Art-Net™, or sACN
Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the currently selected value in to the current function
Single Control ModeDual Control Mode MovementDual Control Mode Pixels
In Single Control mode, the
DMX, Art-Net™, or sACN. In this mode, the four personalities available are:
(51 channels),
Advanced
Single Control Protocol
To select the Single Control protocol, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Address main level.
2. Select Single Control.
3. Choose from the following: DMX, ArtNet, or sACN.
Single Control Personality
To select the Single Control personality, do the following:
1. Set the protocol
2. Select Personality.
3.Choose from the following:
or
Tour
(105 channels).
Single Control Start Address
To set the starting address of the Single Control mode, follow the instructions below:
1. Set the protocol
2. Select Start Address.
3. Set the desired starting address, from 0 to 512.
Single Control Universe
To set the universe address of the Single Control mode when using Art-Net™ or sACN, do the following:
1. Set the protocol
2. Select Universe.
3. Set the desired universe address, from 0 to 255.
COLORado PXL Bar 8 is controlled by a single protocol input. Choose from
Basic
(19 channels),
(89 channels), and
.
Basic
.
.
Tour
(105 channels).
(19 channels),
Standard
(51 channels),
Advanced
(89 channels),
Standard
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Operation
Dual Control
In Dual Control mode, the
movement, zoom, dimmers, and shutters, whereas the other one controls the individual LED output.
Dual Control Movement
The Movement protocol controls the movement of the bar and zoom, and the dimmers and shutters. Choose
from DMX, Art-Net™, or sACN. In this mode, the three personalities available are:
Standard
Dual control movement protocol
To select the Dual Control Movement protocol, follow the instructions below:
Dual control movement personality
To select the Dual Control Movement personality, do the following:
Dual control movement start address
To set the starting address of the Dual Control Movement mode, follow the instructions below:
Dual control movement universe
To set the universe address of the Dual Control Movement mode when using Art-Net™ or sACN, do the following:
(19 channels), and
1. Go to the Address main level.
2. Select Dual Control.
3. Select Movement.
4. Choose from the following: DMX, ArtNet, or sACN.
1. Set the protocol
2. Select Personality.
3.Choose from the following:
1. Set the protocol
2. Select Start Address.
3. Set the desired starting address, from 0 to 512.
1. Set the protocol.
2. Select Universe.
3. Set the desired universe address, from 0 to 255.
Dual Control Pixels
The Pixels protocol controls the individual output of the LEDs. Choose from DMX, Art-Net™, sACN, or KlingNet. In this mode, the three personalities available are:
Advanced
Dual control pixels protocol
To select the Dual Control Pixels protocol, follow the instructions below:
Dual control pixels personality
To select the Dual Control Pixels personality, do the following:
Dual control movement start address
To set the starting address of the Dual Control Pixels mode, follow the instructions below:
Dual control movement universe
To set the universe address of the Dual Control Pixels mode when using Art-Net™ or sACN, do the following:
(64 channels).
1. Go to the Address main level.
2. Select Dual Control.
3. Select Pixels.
4. Choose from the following: DMX, ArtNet, sACN, or Kling-Net.
1. Set the protocol
2. Select Personality.
3.Choose from the following:
1. Set the protocol
2. Select Start Address.
3. Set the desired starting address, from 0 to 512.
1. Set the protocol.
2. Select Universe.
3. Set the desired universe address, from 0 to 255.
COLORado PXL Bar 8 is controlled by two protocol inputs: one controls the
Basic
(7 channels),
Advanced
.
.
.
.
(25 channels).
Basic
(7 channels),
Basic
(24 channels),
Standard
Basic
(24 channels),
Standard
(19 channels), or
Standard
(32 channels), or
Advanced
Advanced
(25 channels).
(32 channels), and
(64 channels).
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Menu Map
Refer to the COLORado PXL Bar 8 product page on www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest menu map.
Programming LevelsDescription
AddressAddress Main Level
Basic
Single Control
Address
Dual
Control
Movement
Pixels
DMX
ArtNet
sACN
DMX
ArtNet
sACN
DMX
ArtNet
sACN
KlingNetPersonality
Personality
Start Address0–512Sets the DMX starting address
Personality
Start Address0–512Sets the Art-Net™ starting address
Universe0–255Sets the Art-Net™ universe
Personality
Start Address0–512Sets the sACN starting address
Universe0–255Sets the sACN universe
Personality
Start Address0–512Sets the DMX starting address
Personality
Start Address0–512Sets the Art-Net™ starting address
Universe0–255Sets the Art-Net™ universe
Personality
Start Address0–512Sets the sACN starting address
Universe0–255Sets the sACN universe
Personality
Start Address0–512Sets the DMX starting address
Personality
Start Address0–512Sets the Art-Net™ starting address
Universe0–255Sets the Art-Net™ universe
Personality
Start Address0–512Sets the sACN starting address
Universe0–255Sets the sACN universe
Standard
Advanced
Tour
Basic
Standard
Advanced
Tour
Basic
Standard
Advanced
Tour
Basic
Standard
Advanced
Basic
Standard
Advanced
Basic
Standard
Advanced
Basic
Standard
Advanced
Basic
Standard
Advanced
Basic
Standard
Advanced
Basic
Standard
Sets the DMX personality
(see Control Personalities
Sets the Art-Net™ personality
(see Control Personalities
Sets the sACN personality
(see Control Personalities
Sets the DMX personality
(see Control Personalities
Sets the Art-Net™ personality
(see Control Personalities
Sets the sACN personality
(see Control Personalities
Sets the DMX personality
(see Control Personalities
Sets the Art-Net™ personality
(see Control Personalities
Sets the sACN personality
(see Control Personalities
Sets the Kling-Net personality
(see Control Personalities
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
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Main LevelProgramming LevelsDescription
Auto TestAuto test all functions
Tilt
P/T Speed
Red
Green
Blue
White
CTC
Color
Run Mode
Setup
Manual
Test
Network
Settings
Tilt
Reverse
Zoom
Reverse
Screen
Reverse
Tilt Angle
BL. O. T
Move
Backlight
Timer
Loss of
Data
Fans
Defrost
Fan
C Mixing
Mode
Dimmer
Curve
Pattern
LED Macro
LED Ma. Speed
LED Ma. Fade
Background
Background Dim.
Dimmer
Shutter
Function
Zoom1
Zoom2
IP Mode
IP
SMK
IP Byte 1–4
SubMask 1–4
NONormal tilt
YESReversed tilt
NONormal zoom
YESReversed zoom
NONormal display
YESInverted display
AUTOAutomatic display orientation
200200° tilt range
180180° tilt range
6060° tilt range
NODo not blackout while tilt
YESBlackout while tilt
30SDisplay turns off after 30 seconds
1MDisplay turns off after 1 minute
5MDisplay turns off after 5 minutes
ONDisplay stays on
HoldHolds last signal received
CloseBlacks out fixture
Auto
FullFan speed set on high
ECOQuiet mode
OFFActivate defrost fan
ONDeactivate defrost fan
RGBWRGBW mode (additive)
CMYCMY mode (subtractive)
Linear
Square
I Squa
SCurve
000–255
Manual Manually sets IP address
DHCPNetwork sets IP address
StaticProduct sets IP address
000–255 Sets IP address in manual mode
000–255 Sets Subnet Mask in manual mode
Manually control and test all settings
through the control panel
Fan speed according to product temperature
Set the dimmer curve
Operation
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Operation
Main LevelProgramming LevelsDescription
Smooth
Fast
600Hz
1200Hz
2000Hz
4000Hz
6000Hz
15000Hz
1–8Light activates from left to right
8–1Light activates from right to left
ON
OFFDeactivates calibrated white setting
Custom
Red
GreenSets green LED maximum value
BlueSets blue LED maximum value
WhiteSets white LED maximum value
PRESET A
PRESET C
NO
YES
NO
YES
Tilt
Zoom
All
NO
YES
000–255
NO
YES
NO
YES
NO
YES
_ _ _ _Shows speed of head fans 1–5 in rpm
_ _ _ _
_ _ _ _Shows speed of base fan in rpm
Set the dimmer speed
Sets the Pulse Width Modulation
frequency
Default light output temperature set to
7500K
Adjusts light output temperature using
White Balance setting
Sets red LED maximum value
Recorded preset menu optionsPRESET B
Allows recorded preset menu options to be
transferred to other COLORado PXL Bar 8
in the DMX daisy chain
Enables/disables updating by USB
Reset individual functions or all functions
from startup
Reset to factory default settings
Shows current product temperature in °C
Shows number of hours product has
been powered on
Shows total hours the LED has been
powered on
Shows speed of defrost fan in rpm
Setup
Information
Dimmer
Speed
PWM
Option
Cell Order
Calibrated
White
White
Balance
Preset
Select
Preset
Sync
USB
Update
Reset
Function
Factory
Settings
Firmware VersionV_Shows firmware version
Running Mode_ _ _Shows current running mode
Address_ _ _Shows current starting address
Temperature_ _ _
Fixture Time_ _ _ _ _
LED Hours_ _ _ _ _
Ip_ _ _._ _ _._ _ _._ _ _ Shows current IP address
9LED macro delay000 255 Fast to slow
10Background color000 255 see Color Chart
11
12Dimmer000 255 0–100%
13Strobe000 255 see Strobe Settings
14Zoom000 255 Zoom in to zoom out
15Control000 255 see Control Settings
16
17
18
19
Background color dimmer
Red
Green
Blue
White
000No function
001 255 Color temperature, 1900–2700 K
000No function
001 215 Pattern 1–215
216 255 No function
000 127 Auto speed, fast to slow clockwise
128Stop
129 255 Auto speed, slow to fast counterclockwise
9LED macro delay000 255 Fast to slow
10Background color000 255 see Color Chart
11
12Dimmer000 255 0–100%
Background color dimmer
000No function
001 255 Color temperature, 1900–2700 K
000No function
001 215 Pattern 1–215
216 255 No function
000 127 Auto speed, fast to slow clockwise
128Stop
129 255 Auto speed, slow to fast counterclockwise
000 255 0–100%
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Operation
Channel FunctionValuePercent/Setting
13Strobe000 255 see Strobe Settings
14Zoom000 255 Zoom in to zoom out
15Control000 255 see Control Settings
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
Main red
Main green
Main blue
Main white
Red 1Cyan 1
Green 1Magenta 1
Blue 1Yellow 1
White 1
Red 2Cyan 2
Green 2Magenta 2
Blue 2Yellow 2
White 2
Red 3Cyan 3
Green 3Magenta 3
Blue 3Yellow 3
White 3
Red 4Cyan 4
Green 4Magenta 4
Blue 4Yellow 4
White 4
Red 5Cyan 5
Green 5Magenta 5
Blue 5Yellow 5
White 5
Red 6Cyan 6
Green 6Magenta 6
Blue 6Yellow 6
White 6
Red 7Cyan 7
Green 7Magenta 7
Blue 7Yellow 7
White 7
Red 8Cyan 8
Green 8Magenta 8
Blue 8Yellow 8
White 8
9LED macro delay000 255 Fast to slow
10Background color000 255 see Color Chart
11
12Background color fine dimmer 000 255 0–100%
13Dimmer000 255 0–100%
14Fine dimmer000 255 0–100%
15Strobe000 255 see Strobe Settings
16Zoom000 255 Zoom in to zoom out
17Control000 255 see Control Settings
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
Background color dimmer
Main red
Main fine red
Main green
Main fine green
Main blue
Main fine blue
Main white
Main fine white
Red 1Cyan 1
Fine red 1Fine cyan 1
Green 1Magenta 1
Fine green 1Fine magenta 1
Blue 1Yellow 1
Fine blue 1Fine yellow 1
White 1
Fine white 1
Red 2Cyan 2
Fine red 2Fine cyan 2
Green 2Magenta 2
Fine green 2Fine magenta 2
Blue 2Yellow 2
Fine blue 2Fine yellow 2
White 2
Fine white 2
Red 3Cyan 3
Fine red 3Fine cyan 3
Green 3Magenta 3
Fine green 3Fine magenta 3
000No function
001 255 Color temperature, 1900–2700 K
000No function
001 215 Pattern 1–215
216 255 No function
000 127 Auto speed, fast to slow clockwise
128Stop
129 255 Auto speed, slow to fast counterclockwise
Blue 3Yellow 3
Fine blue 3Fine yellow 3
White 3
Fine white 3
Red 4Cyan 4
Fine red 4Fine cyan 4
Green 4Magenta 4
Fine green 4Fine magenta 4
Blue 4Yellow 4
Fine blue 4Fine yellow 4
White 4
Fine white 4
Red 5Cyan 5
Fine red 5Fine cyan 5
Green 5Magenta 5
Fine green 5Fine magenta 5
Blue 5Yellow 5
Fine blue 5Fine yellow 5
White 5
Fine white 5
Red 6Cyan 6
Fine red 6Fine cyan 6
Green 6Magenta 6
Fine green 6Fine magenta 6
Blue 6Yellow 6
Fine blue 6Fine yellow 6
White 6
Fine white 6
Red 7Cyan 7
Fine red 7Fine cyan 7
Green 7Magenta 7
Fine green 7Fine magenta 7
Blue 7Yellow 7
Fine blue 7Fine yellow 7
White 7
Fine white 7
Red 8Cyan 8
Fine red 8Fine cyan 8
Green 8Magenta 8
Fine green 8Fine magenta 8
Blue 8Yellow 8
Fine blue 8Fine yellow 8
White 8
Fine white 8
1Tilt000 255 0–100%
2Fine tilt000 255 0–100%
3Tilt speed000 255 0–100%
4Dimmer000 255 0–100%
5Strobe000 255 see Strobe Settings
6Zoom 000 255 Zoom in to zoom out
7Control000 255 see Control Settings
The “Dual Control Movement: Basic” personality of COLORado PXL Bar 8 exactly
matches the “Dual Control Movement: Basic2” personality of the COLORado PXL Bar 16.
9LED macro delay000 255 Fast to slow
10Background color000 255 see Color Chart
11
12Dimmer000 255 0–100%
13Strobe000 255 see Strobe Settings
14Zoom 000 255 Zoom in to zoom out
15Control000 255 see Control Settings
16
17
18
19
Background color dimmer
Red
Green
Blue
White
000No function
001 255 Color temperature, 1900–2700 K
000No function
001 215 Pattern 1–215
216 255 No function
000 127 Auto speed, fast to slow clockwise
128Stop
129 255 Auto speed, slow to fast counterclockwise
To perform an auto test of the COLORado PXL Bar 8, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Run Mode main level.
2. Select Auto Test.
Manual Test
To test the functions of the COLORado PXL Bar 8 manually, do the following:
1. Go to the Run Mode main level.
2. Select Manual Test.
3. Select the function (Tilt, P/T Speed, Red, Green, Blue, White, CTC, Color, Pattern, LED Macro,
LED Ma. Speed, LED Ma. Fade, Background, Background Dim., Dimmer, Shutter, Function,
and Zoom1) to test.
4. Change the value of the tested function, 000–255.
Setup
Network Settings
To adjust the IP Mode, IP Byte, and SubMask settings, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Network Settings.
IP mode
The IP address of the COLORado PXL Bar 8 can be set manually, by the network, or to a preset static
address specific to each product. To set the IP Mode, do the following:
1. Navigate to Network Settings.
2. Select IP Mode.
3. Select among:
•Manual – set the IP address with the control panel
•DHCP – the network sets the IP address
•Static – a preset address specific to each product
IP byte
In Manual IP Mode, the IP address must be assigned using the product menu. To set the IP address in
Manual IP Mode, follow the instructions below:
1. Navigate to Network Settings.
2. Select IP.
3.Select from IP Byte 1 to 4.
4. Change the value of each IP Byte, 000–255.
Subnet mask
In Manual IP Mode, the Subnet Mask must be assigned using the product menu. To set the Subnet Mask
in Manual IP mode, do the following:
1. Navigate to Network Settings.
2. Select SMK.
3.Select from SubMask 1 to 4.
4. Change the value of each SubMask, 000–255.
Tilt Orientation
To set whether the tilt orientation is normal or inverted, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Tilt Reverse.
3. Select NO (normal tilt) or YES (reversed tilt).
Zoom Orientation
To set whether the zoom goes from wide to narrow or from narrow to wide, do the following:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Zoom Reverse.
3. Select NO (wide to narrow) or YES (narrow to wide).
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Display Orientation
To set which way the display faces, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Screen Reverse.
3. Select NO (display is normal), YES (display is inverted), or AUTO (the display automatically
detects which way the product is facing and orients itself accordingly).
Tilt Angle Range
To set the range of motion the tilt is permitted, do the following:
To set whether the product will black out during tilt movement, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select BL. O. T Move.
3. Select NO (do not black out) or YES (black out during movement).
Backlight Timer
To set the amount of time after inactivity before the display backlight turns off, do the following:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Backlight Timer.
3. Select 30S (after 30 seconds of inactivity), 1M (after 1 minute of inactivity), 5M (after 5 minutes of
inactivity), or ON (does not turn off).
Loss of Data
In case of any loss of input signal, the COLORado PXL Bar 8 will respond in one of two ways: The product
will either hold the last signal received, or black out all LED output.
To set how the product responds, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Loss of Data.
3. Select Hold (hold last signal received) or Close (black out all LED output).
Fan Speed
To set the speed of the fans, do the following:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Fans.
3. Select Auto (fan speed set according to product temperature), Full (maximum speed), or ECO
(quiet fan mode).
Defrost Fan
To activate or deactivate the defrost fan, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Defrost Fan.
3. Select OFF (deactivate defrost fan) or ON (activate defrost fan).
Color-Mixing Mode
The COLORado PXL Bar 8 has a mode that emulates CMY (cyan, magenta, and yellow) color mixing. In
this mode, the dimming is reversed (000 = 100%, 255 = 0%), and the red, green, and blue channels control
cyan, magenta, and yellow, respectively.
To set the dimmer curve, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Dimmer Curve.
3.Select
Linear
(increase in light intensity is linear),
and coarser at high levels),
levels), or
SCurve
(light intensity is finer at low and high levels, and coarser at medium levels).
Square
I Squa
(light intensity control is coarser at low levels and finer at high
(light intensity control is finer at low levels
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Dimmer Speed
To set the dimmer speed, do the following:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Dimmer Speed.
3. Select Smooth or Fast.
LED Frequency
This option changes the Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) frequency of the LEDs on the COLORado PXL Bar 8.
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Go to the PWM Option main level.
3. Select PWM frequency (600Hz, 1200Hz, 2000Hz, 4000Hz, 6000Hz, or 25Khz).
Cell Order
To set how the light is activated, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Cell Order.
3.Choose 1–8 (light activates from left to right) or 8–1 (light activates from right to left).
Calibrated White
When activated, calibrated white sets the light output temperature to 7500K. To set the calibrated white
setting, do the following:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Calibrated White.
3. Select ON (activates calibrated white), OFF (deactivates calibrated white), or Custom (adjust light
output temperature using the White Balance setting).
White Balance
To set the maximum values of a given LED color to create a white light output, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select White Balance.
3. Select the color value to be changed (Red, Green, Blue, or White).
4. Set the color value, 000–255.
Preset Functions
The COLORado PXL Bar 8 has three presets. Every time a settings is changed in the fixture, the current
preset is updated to include that change. To load a preset, do the following:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Preset Select.
3. Select the preset to load (PRESET A, PRESET B, or PRESET C).
4. The selected preset will load, and all changes made to the settings will save to that preset.
Presets can be uploaded to other COLORado PXL Bar 8 using a DMX connection. To do so:
1. Connect the DMX Out of the product that has the desired presets to the DMX In of the product to
be updated.
2. Power on both products.
3. On the product with the desired presets, go to the Setup main level.
4. Select Preset Sync.
5. Select NO (do not upload settings) or YES (upload settings).
Reset Functions
To reset the tilt, zoom, or all functions as if from startup, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Reset Function.
3. Select the function to be reset (Tilt, Zoom, or All).
4. Select NO (do not reset) or YES (reset).
Factory Reset
To restore the COLORado PXL Bar 8 to factory default settings, do the following:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select Factory Settings.
3. Select NO (do not reset) or YES (reset to factory default settings).
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USB Update
The COLORado PXL Bar 8 allows for software update through USB using the built-in USB port. To enable or
disable this function, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Setup main level.
2. Select USB Update.
3. Select NO (disables updating by USB) or YES (enables updating by USB).
To update the software using USB flash drive, do the following:
1.Power on the fixture and plug the flash drive into the USB port.
2. Once the flash drive has been detected, the message “Upgrade Firmware” will be displayed.
Press <ENTER>.
•If a different message appears on the display, search for the updated software in the Menu
(Updated Firmware). A list of the updated software files will be displayed.
3. Select the file that needs to be uploaded. The message “Are you sure?” will be displayed.
Press <ENTER>.
4. If the selected file is correct, the upgrade will be completed. Restart the fixture.
•If the selected file is incorrect, the upgrade will fail, and the display will go back to the main
interface. Repeat steps 1–3 using the correct file.
The .chl format file needs to be placed in the COLORADO folder in the USB flash drive.
System Information
All the information about the current status of the
Information
1. Go to the Information main level.
2.Choose the desired information from the following:
menu. To view this information, follow the instructions below:
•Firmware Version – displays the current firmware version
•Running Mode – displays the current running mode
•Address – displays the current starting address
•Temperatu r e – displays the current product temperature in °C
•Fixture Time – displays the number of hours the fixture has been powered on
•LED Hours – displays the total hours the LED has been powered on
•ArtNet Info – displays the current IP address, Subnet Mask, and MAC address
•Device UID – displays the product UID
•Fan Information – displays the speed of head fans, defrost fans, and base fans
COLORado PXL Bar 8 is available through the product’s
Offset Mode
The offset mode provides fine adjustments for the home position of all the moving parts in the optical path
and the tilt movements. This ensures that the moving parts do not show any border or reduce the light
output when in their home position.
1.Starting from the Main Level screen, press and hold <MENU> until the passcode screen appears.
2. Enter the passcode 2323.
3. This direct the user to the Zero Adjust menu screen.
Tilt
To adjust the starting point of the tilt motor, do the following:
1. Select TILT.
2. Increase or decrease the starting value, from 000 to 255.
Zoom
To adjust the starting point of the zoom motor, follow the instructions below:
1. Select ZOOM1.
2. Increase or decrease the starting value, from 000 to 255.
MAC Address
To adjust the fourth, fifth, and sixth digit of the MAC address, do the following:
1. Select MAC4, MAC5, or MAC6.
2. Increase or decrease the starting value, from 000 to 255.
RDM
To adjust the fourth, fifth, and sixth RDM, do the following:
1. Select RDM4, RDM5, or RDM6.
2. Increase or decrease the starting value, from 000 to 255.
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Web Server
The COLORado PXL Bar 8 Web Server can be accessed by any computer on the same network as the
product. It allows network access to system information and settings (e.g., control setup, manual testing of
all functions, firmware updates, and the ability to change the Web Server password).
1.Connect the product to power, and set the Control Protocol to Art-Net and the IP mode
2.Connect the product to a Windows
3.On the computer, set the IP address of the new network to have the same first 3 digits as the IP
address of the product (see IP byte
4.Enter the IP address of the product into the URL bar of a Web browser on the computer.
5.Enter both the User Name and Password as admin to log in.
®
computer with a network cable.
).
Information
The Information page on the Web Server displays the current settings and the system information of the
COLORado PXL Bar 8.
Setup
The Setup page on the Web Server provides options for control, similar to the Setup menu on the product.
Click Save Settings to send the new configuration to the product.
Manual Test
The Manual Test page on the Web Server allows all output functions of the product to be controlled through
the browser. To set all functions back to default, click Reset.
Firmware Update
The Upgrade page on the Web Server allows the product to be updated with the latest firmware. Go to
https://www.chauvetprofessional.com/products/colorado-pxl-bar-8 to download firmware updates.
Security
The Security page on the Web Server gives the option to change the password to the connected product’s
Web server. Enter the old password (admin, by default) and the new password twice, then click Save Settings to change the password.
to Static.
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Technical Information
5. Technical Information
Product Maintenance
To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, clean this product frequently. Usage and
environment are contributing factors in determining the cleaning frequency.
Clean this product at least twice a month. Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause
overheating. This can lead to reduced light source life and increased mechanical wear.
To clean the product:
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
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.
7.Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.
Avoid spinning the cooling fans using compressed air to prevent damage.
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Technical Specifications
6. Technical Specifications
Dimensions and Weight
LengthWidthHeightWeight
19.69 in (500 mm)5.47 in (139 mm)10.75 in (273 mm)25.2 lb (11.5 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power
Power Supply TypeRangeVoltage Selection
Switching (internal)100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 HzAuto-ranging
Power input connectorSeetronic Powerkon IP65Seetronic Powerkon IP65
Power output connectorSeetronic Powerkon IP65Seetronic Powerkon IP65
Power cord plugEdison (U.S.)Local plug
Light Source
TypeColorQuantityPowerCurrentLifespan
LEDQuad-color RGBW845 W3.0 A50,000 hours
T/F 8 A, 250 V
(3 products)
T/F 8 A, 250 V
(3 products)
T/F 8 A, 250 V
(6 products)
T/F 8 A, 250 V
(7 products)
T/F 8 A, 250 V
(7 products)
Photometrics
ParameterTotal ValueSingle Cell Value
Beam angle3.5° to 30.8°4° to 29.9°
Field angle5.2° to 42.7°5.4° to 42.3°
Cutoff angle8.5° to 47.3° 6.1° to 45.5°
Zoom range3.6° to 47.3°4° to 45.5°
Illuminance (3.6°)12,109 lux @ 5m
Illuminance (47.3°)563 lux @ 5m
Thermal
Maximum External TemperatureCooling System
113 °F (45 °C)Fan-assisted Convection
DMX
I/O ConnectorChannel Range
5-pin IP-rated XLR
Single Mode: 19, 51, 89, or 105 channels
Dual Mode Movement: 7, 19, or 25 channels
Dual Mode LED: 24, 32, or 64 channels
Ordering
Product NameItem NameItem CodeUPC Number
COLORado PXL Bar 8COLORADOPXLBAR808011854781462222024
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Returns
Returns
Send the product prepaid, in the original box, and with the original packing and accessories. Chauvet will
not issue call tags.
Call Chauvet and request a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product.
Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause(s) for the
return.
To submit a service request online, go to www.chauvetprofessional.com/service-request
Clearly label the package with an RMA number. Chauvet will refuse any product returned without an RMA
number.
Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label. DO NOT write the RMA number
directly on the box.
Once you have the RMA number, provide the following information on a piece of paper 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 damage resulting from inadequate packaging will be
your responsibility. FedEx packing or double-boxing are recommended.
Chauvet reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned
Zona Industrial LermaWebsite: www.chauvetprofessional.mx
Voice: +52 (728) 690-2010
Email: FRtech@chauvetlighting.fr
Email: DEtech@chauvetlighting.de
Email: servicio@chauvet.com.mx
Contact Us
Visit the applicable website above to verify our contact information and instructions to request support.
Outside the U.S., U.K., Ireland, Benelux, France, Germany, or Mexico, contact the dealer of record.
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