Chroma-Q Space Force Users Manual

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 [e-mail]. 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: [phone] Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone] Fax: [phone]

[e-mail] [e-mail]

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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