Chroma-Q®
Space Force™
User Manual
Version 1.61 May 2016, Software Version 1.61
Model: 650-1000 & 650-1500
Warranty Statement
Chroma-Q warrants to the original purchaser, with proof of purchase, that its delivered products shall be free from defects in
material and workmanship under normal use for a period of 12 months from date of shipment.
Chroma-Q will repair, or at its option, provide an equivalent item or replace, the defective product during the stated warranty
period. This warranty applies only to the repair or replacement of the product and only when the product is properly handled,
installed and maintained according to Chroma-Q instructions. This warranty excludes defects resulting from improper
handling, storage, installation, acts of God, fire, vandalism or civil disturbances. Purchaser must notify Chroma-Q in writing
within 14 days of noticing the defect. This warranty excludes field labour or service charges related to the repair or
replacement of the product.
The warranty contained herein shall not extend to any finished goods or spare parts from which any serial number has been
removed or which have been damaged or rendered defective (a) as a result of normal wear and tear, wilful or accidental
damage, negligence, misuse or abuse; (b) due to water or moisture, lightning, windstorm, abnormal voltage, harmonic
distortion, dust, dirt, corrosion or other external causes; (c) by operation outside the specifications contained in the user
documentation; (d) by the use of spare parts not manufactured or sold by Chroma-Q or by the connection or integration of
other equipment or software not approved by Chroma-Q unless the Customer provides acceptable proof to Chroma-Q that
the defect or damage was not caused by the above; (e) by modification, repair or service by anyone other than Chroma-Q,
who has not applied for and been approved by Chroma-Q to do such modification, repair or service unless the Customer
provides acceptable proof to Chroma-Q that the defect or damage was not caused by the above; (f) due to procedures,
deviating from procedures specified by Chroma-Q or (g) due to failure to store, install, test, commission, maintain, operate or
use finished goods and spare parts in a safe and reasonable manner and in accordance with Chroma-Q’s instructions (h) by
repair or replacement of engines without factory training.
The warranty contained herein shall not apply to finished goods or spare parts which are sold “as is”, as “second-hand”, as
used”, as “demo” or under similar qualifications or to Consumables (“Consumables” is defined as any part(s) of goods or
part(s) for use with goods, which part(s) of goods or part(s) for use with goods are consumed during the operation of the
goods and which part(s) of goods or part(s) for use with goods require replacement from time to time by a user such as, but
not limited to, light bulbs).
The warranty contained herein shall not apply, unless the total purchase price for the defective finished goods or spare parts
has been paid by the due date for payment.
The warranty contained herein applies only to the original purchaser and are not assignable or transferable to any
subsequent purchaser or end-user.
This warranty is subject to the shipment of the goods, within the warranty period, to the Chroma-Q warranty returns
department, by the purchaser, at the purchaser’s expense. If no fault is found, Chroma-Q will charge the purchaser for the
subsequent return of the goods.
Chroma-Q reserves the right to change the warranty period without prior notice and without incurring obligation and
expressly disclaims all warranties not stated in this limited warranty.
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Disclaimer
The information contained herein is offered in good faith and is believed to be accurate. However, because conditions and
methods of use of our products are beyond our control, this information should not be used in substitution for customer's
tests to ensure that Chroma-Q products are safe, effective, and fully satisfactory for the intended end use. Suggestions of
use shall not be taken as inducements to infringe any patent. Chroma-Q sole warranty is that the product will meet the sales
specifications in effect at the time of shipment. Your exclusive remedy for breach of such warranty is limited to refund of
purchase price or replacement of any product shown to be other than as warranted.
Chroma-Q reserves the right to change or make alteration to devices and their functionality without notice due to our on
going research and development.
The Chroma-Q Space Force range has been designed specifically for the lighting industry. Regular maintenance should be
performed to ensure that the products perform well in the entertainment environment.
If you experience any difficulties with any Chroma-Q products please contact your selling dealer. If your selling dealer is
unable to help please contact support@chroma-q.com. If the selling dealer is unable to satisfy your servicing needs, please
contact the following, for full factory service:
Outside North America: North America:
Tel: +44 (0)1494 446000 Tel: 416-255-9494
Fax: +44 (0)1494 461024 Fax: 416-255-3514
support@chroma-q.com support@chroma-q.com
For further information please visit the Chroma-Q website at www.chroma-q.com.
Chroma-Q and Space Force are trademarks, for more information on this visit www.chroma-q.com/trademarks.
The rights and ownership of all trademarks are recognised.
Important Notice:
As per the requirements in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards for product approval, please refer to
the OSHA web pages http://www.osha.gov/dts/otpca/nrtl/ for information on the list of Nationally Recognized Testing
Laboratories (NRTLs) and the scope of recognition.
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Table of Contents
1.
Product overview .................................................................................................................................. 4
2. Operation ............................................................................................................................................ 5
2.1 Unpacking the Units ....................................................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Cabling ......................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.3 Mounting ...................................................................................................................................................... 6
2.4 Control ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
2.5 Thermal Performance .................................................................................................................................. 12
3. Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................. 13
4. Specification ...................................................................................................................................... 14
4.1 Technical Specification ................................................................................................................................ 14
4.2 Drawings – Dimensions ............................................................................................................................... 15
5. Accessories ....................................................................................................................................... 16
6. Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................... 16
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1. Product overview
The new Chroma-Q® Space Force™ is a cutting-edge variable white LED Space Light fixture that is a true replacement for
a conventional space light and soft light source commonly used in Film and TV studios around the world. It features
extensive RDM functionality through wired or the optional wireless Lumen Radio CRMX connections. Hanging options include
a standard bridle, optional yoke and a low-profile hanging bracket.
Smooth, Soft Output
With a high degree of efficiency, the fixture is natively single source, removing the need for skirts or silks to diffuse the light.
Designed for lighting stages and studios, the Space Force provides a high-quality, variable CCT soft white light.
s a result of its low profile, lightweight and skirt-free design, the Space Force is quick and easy to set up at any height.
Taking advantage of Chroma-Q's extensive experience and impressive track record in developing LED lighting solutions, the
Space Force utilises the very latest technologies, high quality components and manufacturing techniques in order to deliver a
reliable, premium performance light source.
White Light for Every Application
The Chroma-Q Space Force is available as a variable white model 2,800K – 6,300K. Every unit is factory calibrated, to
ensure consistent output and colour temperature.
Energy-Efficient
The Chroma-Q Space Force uses a fraction of the power required by conventional fixtures, while delivering all of the
performance you require. Not only is the power consumption lower, so too is the heat produced - ensuring a cooler
environment and lower air conditioning costs.
Convection Cooled
Using the same proven convection cooling technology found in other Chroma-Q LED fixtures - which eliminates the need for
noisy cooling fans - the Space Force provides totally silent operation.
Long Life
The Chroma-Q Space Force utilises LED technology to ensure consistent long life performance - removing the need for costly
regular maintenance associated with conventional fixtures.
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Note: HANDHELD COLOUR METERS
Most Handheld Color Meters provide a limited measuring range for LED fixtures, which often results in inconsistent and
unreliable data.
All photometric values listed in this document are based on testing and measurements conducted by certified independent
laboratories with reference to the IES standards.
2. Operation
2.1 Unpacking the Units
The package includes 1 Space Force fixture, power connector and a Quick Start Guide. We recommend that you keep the
original packaging in case the item needs to be returned.
2.2 Cabling
The fixture uses powerCon True 1 chassis connectors for power in and through. Use the provided connector to make a
power feeder cable of the desired length and input connector configuration.
The maximum number of Space Force fixtures running off a single power input cable and using the power through connector
is 5 at 120V AC or 10 at 230V AC if using a 12 AWG (3.3mm²) wire. Please refer to ANSI and AWG standards for the
maximum data and power cable lengths.
Power cable wire colour schemes:
EU North American Connections
Green and Yellow Green Earth (E) Ground (Green)
Blue White Neutral (N) Neutral (Silver)
Brown Black Live (L) Hot (Gold)
The fixture uses XLR 5 pin input and through chassis connectors for ANSI E1.20 - 2010 RDM and USITT DMX512-A control.
The XLR chassis’ are ground bonded.
XLR 5-pin Cable:
Pin# Function
1 Common (Screen)
2 Data Minus
3 Data Plus
4 Spare Data Minus
5 Spare Data Plus
Important Notice: The use of an opto-splitter for DMX signal distribution is highly recommended when several fixture units
are not plugged into the same power source.
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2.3 Mounting
The fixture is equipped with dual purpose brackets for stacking and hanging applications. Standard yokes and low profile
hanging brackets are available as optional accessory items.
Secure the fixture with a safety bond. A provision for a fixing hold is built into the fixture.
2.4 Control
The Space Force can be controlled through:
Manual
Operation
Input Cable ANSI E1.20 - 2010 RDM-Remote Device Management over USITT DMX512-A control from an external
INPUT RF ANSI E1.20 - 2010 RDM-Remote Device Management over USITT DMX512-A control from an external
The fixture can operate as a standalone unit in manual control operation or be controlled remotely via the USITT DMX512
protocol. The control panel at the rear of the fixture consists of an LCD display, 2 rotary control knobs and 5 control buttons.
The LCD display is backlit when you access the menus and turns off when left undisturbed for 5 seconds. The fixture can
be remotely configured via ANSI E1.20-2010 RDM – Remote Device
Management.
The control panel at the rear of the fixture consists of the LEFT-HAND and RIGHT-HAND KNOBS and an
LCD display
console through an XLR-5 pin cable
console through a wireless connection
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Manual Control in Standalone Operation:
LEFT-HAND KNOB sets the Intensity Level Outpu
Rotate the Left-hand Knob clockwise to increase the Intensity Level from 0 – 100%
Rotate the Left-hand Knob counter-clockwise to decrease the Intensity Level from 100 - 0%
Press the Left-hand Knob to set the Intensity Level from 100% - 0% in increments of 10%.
RIGHT-HAND KNOB sets the Color Temperature
Rotate the Right-hand Knob clockwise to increase the Color Temperature value from 2800
– 6500K
Rotate the Right-hand Knob counter-clockwise to decrease the Color Temperature value
from 6500 – 2800K
Press the Right-hand Knob to set the Color Temperature preset values: 6500K, 5600K,
4300K, 3200K, 3000K, 2700K
Control Buttons
M1 Stores a look, and recalls the saved look – factory default 3200
To save a look in M1,
1. In standalone or DMX operation, create a look
2. On the control panel, press and hold M1 until “SAVED” appears on the display
To recall/playback a saved look in M1,
1. On the control panel, press M1 once
2. The unit goes to the saved look in M1
M2 Stores a look, and recalls the saved look – factory default 5600K
To save a look in M2,
1. In standalone or DMX operation, create a look
2. On the control panel, press and hold M2 until “SAVED” appears on the display
To recall/playback a saved look in M2,
1. On the control panel, press M2 once
2. The unit goes to the saved look in M2
Focus Switches the fixture ON to a preset output level for 30 seconds for a quick focus check or manual re-focus
To switch Focus on,
1. Press Focus once
2. The preset output level switches on
Link Unlinks from the previous wireless connections. Go to the section on Remote Wireless DMX Operation.
The Link Indicator light flashes slowly when a previous wireless link is active.
To unlink,
1. Press and hold Link for 2 – 5 seconds until the flashing light is off
ddr Sets the DMX start address (see section on Remote DMX Operation)
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Remote DMX Operation:
To set the DMX Start Address from the control button,
1. On the Control Panel, press the Addr button once,
“Adr” on the top left of the display flashes
2. Use either the Left-hand and Right-hand Knobs to set the DMX start address,
LEFT-HAND KNOB:
Rotate the Left-hand Knob clockwise to increase the value from 1 to 512 in increments of 1
Rotate the Left-hand Knob counter-clockwise to decrease the value in increments of 1
RIGHT-HAND KNOB:
Rotate the Right-hand Knob clockwise to increase the value from 1 to 512 in increments of 10
Rotate the Right-hand Knob counter-clockwise to decrease the value in increments of 10
3. Press and hold the Addr button for 2 seconds to save the new DMX setting,
“Done” and “SAVED” appears on the display.
To set the DMX Start Address from the Main Menu, see the following section Main Menu.
DMX Footprint: 2 channels
st
DMX Channel controls the Intensity Level adjustment
1
nd
2
DMX Channel controls the Color Temperature adjustment
Remote Wireless DMX:
To activate a wireless link,
1. Unlink the fixture – see instructions on page 9
2. Enable the INPUT RF from the Technical Menu
3. From the external transmitter, activate a link
4. The Link Indicator flashes fast to indicate the link in progress
5. The Link Indicator flashes slowly to indicate the link complete and active
RDM Compliant:
The Space Force is an ANSI E1.20 - 2010 RDM-Remote Device Management compliant device which allows bi-directional
control configuration, status monitoring and management through the wired and wireless DMX connection. The following
functions are implemented: DEVICE_INFO, DEVICE_MODEL_DESCRIPTION, MANUFACTURER_LABEL, DEVICE_LABEL,
SOFTWARE_VERSION_LABEL, DMX_PERSONALITY, DMX_START_ADDRESS, SENSOR_DEFINTION, SENSOR_VALUE,
DEVICE_HOURS, DEVICE_POWER_CYCLES, IDENTIFY_DEVICE, RESET_DEVICE
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Main Menu
FUNCTION
CTION
To access the Main Menu in the LCD Display Press both LEFT-HAND and RIGHT-HAND KNOBS at the
same time
To enter/select the menu Press the LEFT-HAND KNOB once
To scroll through the menu items Rotate the LEFT-HAND KNOB clockwise/counter-clockwise
To exit back to the previous menu or the main display Press the RIGHT-HAND KNOB once
To save the selected menu item Press and hold the LEFT-HAND and RIGHT-HAND KNOBS for
2 seconds and the display shows “SAVED”
1-Address
sets the DMX start address
2-FMW Name & Version
displays the model name and the software version of the fixture
3-No DMX Present
if the DMX control signal from an external source is not detected, various standalone output options can be
selected:
1 – OFF Fixture has no output
2 – Hold Last Fixture holds the last valid DMX state
3 – M1 Fixture snaps to the saved look in M1
4 – M2 Fixture snaps to the saved look in M2
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4-Technical
1 – DMX Data DMX values of the LED channels are displayed
2 – Temperature Internal temperature is displayed
3 – PWM Frequency
4 – DMX Input
5 – Engine LOAD
5-Reset Setting
Resets all the control settings to the factory default
DMX Address 1
No DMX Present Hold Last
PWM Frequency 750 Hz
DMX Input INPUT CABLE
The fixture can be set to various PWM frequencies to avoid flickering on camera:
750 Hz 1.5 kHz 3 kHz 6 kHz 12 kHz 24 kHz 48 kHz 96 kHz
Note:
Dimming will be more smooth at lower PWM frequencies.
Enables the input connection:
INPUT CABLE DMX from console via cable
INPUT RF Wireless DMX from an external console
Set this mode to enable the upload of LED engine software updates
Connect the fixture to the Uploader II
Enable Engine LOAD from the Technical menu
Initiate the upload from the Uploader II
(Refer to the Uploader II Quick Start Guide for details http://www.chromaq.com/support/downloads.asp)
2.5 Thermal Performance
The internal cooling system of the fixture is by convection. It also features automatic protection that reduces the output when
the internal temperature reaches the maximum limit due to extreme ambient conditions. See operating temperature range in
the specification below.
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3. Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting is a process of elimination. First, rule out the other field factors (i.e. bad connections, faulty cables and
power supplies). For technical support and/or parts, please contact your selling dealer or the offices listed in this manual.
Symptom Possible Cause Solution
Fixture does not respond to DMX control.
Low LED output.
Flickering on camera.
Unit does not respond to RDM
commands.
Set to wrong or different DMX
address.
Bad cable connecting DMX control
and fixture.
Bad in/through connection between
adjacent fixtures.
DMX input set incorrectly.
Internal temperature is over the
limit.
Frequency set incorrectly.
Being controlled via non-RDM
compliant splitter.
Check DMX address and Mode
settings.
Check/replace DMX run from the
console.
Check unit temperature via RDM or
on the LCD display.
Check area ventilation.
Change PWM frequency.
Connect directly to RDM
controller/gateway or use RDM
enabled splitter.
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4. Specification
4.1 Technical Specification
Product Code CHSPFV Chroma-Q Space Force Variable w Bridle
CHSPFVLR Chroma-Q Space Force Variable Bridle LumenRadio Installed
Net Dimensions (Without Fixings - Width x
Height x Depth
Net Weight (Without Fixings) 8 kg / 17.6 lb
Shipping Dimensions - Width x Height x
Depth
Shipping Weight 11 kg / 24 lb
Power & Connections
Power Supply Built-in
Power Input Rating 100-240V AC 50-60Hz 400VA
Power Factor 0.9
Power Consumption 333W @ 120VAC, 331W @ 230VAC
Inrush Current 56A @ 120VAC, 82A @ 230VAC
Idle Power Consumption 18W @ 120/230VAC
Residual Current (max) 0.4 mA
Typical Power & Current Measurements done with all LEDs at max. intensity. Measurements made at
Power Connectors In/Out powerCON TRUE1
Data Connectors In/Out XLR 5-pin
Control Protocol ANSI E1.20 RDM over ANSI E1.11 USITT DMX 512-A,
Cooling System Convection
Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C
Construction Powder-coated aluminum
Color Black
IP Rating *IP20
Approvals CISPR 22:2008/EN55022:2010 (Class A), & CISPR 24:2010/EN55024:2010,
Hot Lumen Output (combined) up to 26,700
Optics High efficiency diffuser
Beam Angle 60°
Beam Distribution Symmetrical Direct Illumination
CCT 2,800 – 6,500K (+/-200K)
Sound Level 24.6 dB
Lamp Life L70 at 50,000 hours
For exact measurements please refer to the line drawings below
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663mm x 203mm x 663mm / 26" x 8" x 26"
737mm x 737mm x 254mm / 29” x 29” x 10"
nominal voltage. Allow for deviation of +/- 10%.
FCC Part 15 Subpart B:2015, ICES-003:2012; UL 1573:2003/R:2014-01,
CSA C22.2 No. 160-M1983, IEC 60598
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5. Accessories
CHSPFSY Chroma-Q Space Force Manual Yoke
CHSPFHB Chroma-Q Space Force Low Profile Hanging Bracke
CHSPFMS Chroma-Q Space Force Black Mini skirt
CHSPFSEC Chroma-Q Space Force Soft Egg Crate
CHSPFCK Chroma-Q Space Force Cyc Skirt/Silk
CHSPFSTK Chroma-Q Space Force Soft Target Kit - for use with a skirt Full, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8
CHSPFSL Chroma-Q Space Force Soft Lantern
CHSPFB Chroma-Q Space Force Bridle - included with fixture
CHSPFLR Chroma-Q Space Force LumenRadio Kit – User Installed
6. Maintenance
With care, the fixture requires little maintenance. However, as the unit is likely to be used in a stage environment we
recommend periodical internal inspection and cleaning of any resulting dust and cracked oil residue.
Do not spray liquids on the front or rear panel. If the front panel requires cleaning, wipe with a soft cloth. Use a vacuum
cleaner to remove dust.
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