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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Before You Begin ...................................................................................................................................... 1
What is Included ........................................................................................................................................................... 1
Claims .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Manual Conventions .................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Symbols ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Safety Notes ................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Personal Safety ............................................................................................................................................................................ 2
Mounting and Rigging .................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Power and Wiring ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Operation ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Expected LED Lifespan ................................................................................................................................................ 2
2. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................... 3
Description .................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Features ........................................................................................................................................................................ 3
Overview ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Dimensions ................................................................................................................................................................... 5
3. Setup .......................................................................................................................................................... 6
AC Power ...................................................................................................................................................................... 6
AC Plug ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Fuse Replacement ....................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Power Linking ............................................................................................................................................................... 7
DMX Linking.................................................................................................................................................................. 7
DMX Modes ................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Master/Slave Connectivity ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
Mounting ....................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Orientation ................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Rigging ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
4. Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 9
Control Panel Description ............................................................................................................................................. 9
Control Options ............................................................................................................................................................. 9
Programming ................................................................................................................................................................ 9
DMX Personality ........................................................................................................................................................................ 10
DMX Control............................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Static Color ................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Auto Programs ........................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Auto Test .................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Master/Slave .............................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Dimmer Curves .......................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Software Information .................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Fixture Hours.............................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Backlight .................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
White Balance ............................................................................................................................................................................ 12
Menu Map ................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Menu Map (cont.) ........................................................................................................................................................ 14
DMX Values ................................................................................................................................................................ 15
52Ch .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
COLORdash Batten-Quad 12 Sections for DMX Control ........................................................................................... 15
DMX Values (cont.) ..................................................................................................................................................... 16
52Ch (cont.) ............................................................................................................................................................................... 16
48Ch .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
DMX Values (cont.) ..................................................................................................................................................... 17
48Ch (cont.) ............................................................................................................................................................................... 17
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DMX Values (cont.) ..................................................................................................................................................... 18
10Ch .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
DMX Values (cont.) ..................................................................................................................................................... 19
6 Ch ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
4 Ch ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
5. Technical Information ............................................................................................................................. 20
Product Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................. 20
Returns ....................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................................................. 21
Contact Us ................................................................................................................................................... 22
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1. Before You Begin
What is Included
• COLORdash Batten-Quad 12
Claims
Carefully unpack the pr oduct immediately and check the box to m ake sure all the parts
If the box or the contents (t he product and incl uded accessor ies) appear damaged f rom
.
Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In
Manual Conventions
A range of values in the text
A set of mutually exclusive values in the text
A button on the product’s control panel
A product function or a menu option
A sequence of menu options
A range of menu values from which to choose in a menu
A set of two mutually exclusive menu options in a menu
A unique value to be entered or selected in a menu
Symbols
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information.
Failure to comply with this information may cause the product not
comply with this information may keep the product from working.
The term “DMX” used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A
• Neutrik® powerCON® power cord
• 2 Trunnions
• Warranty card
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.
For other issues, s uch as m issing components or p arts, dam age not re lated to
or concealed damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery.
Before You Begin
Symbols Meaning
to work, damage third-party equipment, or cause harm to the
Important installation or configuration information. Failure to
Useful information.
digital data transmission protocol.
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Safety Notes
Read all the following Safety Notes before working with this product. These notes
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in
technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs.
All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this
Personal Safety
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
• Do not touch this product’s housing during operation because it may be very hot.
• DO NOT operate this product outdoors or in any location where dust, excessive
Power and Wir ing
• Always make sure you are connecting this product to the proper voltage in
• Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable.
Operation
• Do not operate this product if you see damage on the housing, lenses, or cables.
• In case of a serious operating problem, stop using this product immediately!
In the unlikely event that your Chauvet product may require service, contact
Chauvet Technical Support.
LEDs gradually dec line in brightness o ver time, mostly bec ause of heat. Pack aged in
Before You Begin
include important information about the installation, usage, and maintenance
product.
this User Manual will only apply to properly trained Chauvet certified
product.
• Always disconnect this product from its power source before servicing.
• Always connect this product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
Rigging
heat, water, or humidity may affect it. (IP20)
• 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.
• 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 this product while it is
operating.
• When hanging this product, always secure to a fastening device using a safety
accordance with the specifications in this manual or on the product’s specification
label.
• 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 this product to a dimmer pack or rheostat.
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 this product
at a higher temperature.
Lifespan
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clusters, LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in ideal, single-LED
conditions. For this re ason, using clustered L EDs at their fullest intensity s ignificantly
reduces the LEDs’ lifespan. Under normal conditions, this lifespan can be 40,000 to
50,000 hours. If extending this lifespan is vital, lower the operating temperatu
improving the ventilation around the product and r educing the ambient temperature to
an optimal operating range. In addition, limiting the ove rall proj ec ti on in tens ity may also
help to extend the LEDs’ lifespan.
2. Introduction
Description
COLORdash Batten-Quad 12 is a linear wash fixture with 12 individually controllable
color RGBA LEDs t hat produce any variation of white, as well as richly sa turated
colors, due to the inclus ion of amber LEDs. It maintains an eve n pixe l p itc h when us ed in
Features
• 4, 6, 10, 48 or 52 quad-color LED wash product
• Mount multiple units stacked or end-to-end to maintain pixel pitch
Introduction
quadmultiples, either stac ked in an array usin g the optional CBB6 bracket or lined up end-to-
end. Setup is eas y when using the hanging bracket, floor trunnions, 3- and 5connectors, and power link ing.
• Operating modes:
• 4-channel: RGBA control
• 6-channel: RGBA, dimmer, strobe
• 10-channel: RGBA, dimmer, strobe, color macro, white balance, auto programs,
dimmer speed, auto speed
• 48-channel: RGBA pixel control
• 52-channel: RGBA pixel control, dimmer, strobe, auto programs, auto speed
• Built-in auto and custom programs via DMX or Master/Slave
• Metal construction for added durability
• Individual pixel control
• Silent flicker-free operation
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