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Dichroic Theatre Series
User Manual
© High End Systems, Inc. 2003, All Rights Reserved
Information and specifications in this document are subject to change without notice.
High End Systems, Inc. assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or
inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.
Trademarks used in this text: High End Systems, WholeHog III, and Hog are registered
trademarks; and ColorCommand, ColorMerge, ColorPower, the High End Systems globe
logo and the Hog logo are trademarks of High End Systems, Inc. or High End Systems
Europe Ltd. ETC. Source Four is a trademark of Electronic Theatre Controls Inc. High
End Systems has no relationship or affiliation of any nature with Electronic Theatre
Controls and High End Systems is fully responsible for the ColorMerge, ColorPower, and
ColorCommand products. ColorMerge - patents pending. ColorCommand - covered by
patents 6,502,961, 6,142,652, and 6,048,081. Belden is a registered trademark of Belden,
Inc. Philips is a registered trademark of Philips Lighting Company. ETL and C-ETL are
registered trademarks of Intertek Testing Services.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the
entities claiming the marks and names or their products. High End Systems disclaims any
proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names owned by others.
Dichroic TheatreTM User Manual
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Contacting High End Systems
®
US and the Americas
Sales Department: High End Systems, Inc.
2105 Gracy Farms Lane
Austin, TX 78758 USA
voice: 512.836.2242
fax: 512.837.5290
Customer Service: High End Systems, Inc.
2105 Gracy Farms Rd
Austin, TX 78758 USA
voice: 800.890.8989
24-hour fax: 512.834.9195
24-hour voice mail: 512.837.3063 or 800.890.8989
U.S. New York High End Systems, Inc. New York
311 W. 43rd Street, Ste 400
New York, NY 10036
voice: 210.957.6840
fax: 212.957.4466
U.S. Los Angeles: High End Systems, Inc.
8200 Haskell Avenue
Van Nuys, CA 91406 US
voice: 818.947.0550
fax: 818.908.8975
Orlando voice: 352.241.8567
Europe Headquarters: High End Systems Europe LTD.
53 Northfield Road
London W13
voice: +44 20.8579.5665
fax: +44 20.8579.8469
Singapore: High End Systems Singapore Pte. Ltd.
1 Tannery Road 06-05
Cencon 1
Singapore 1334
voice: +65 6742 8266
FAX: +65 6743 9322
World Wide Web: http://www.highend.com
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Declaration of Conformity
according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN45104
Manufacturer’s name: High End Systems, Inc.
Distributor’s name: High End Systems, Inc.
Distributor’s address: 2217 West Braker Lane
Austin, Texas 78758 USA
Declares that the product
Product Name: ColorPower
Product Number: All
Product Options: All
conforms to the following EEC directives:
73/23/EEC, as amended by 93/68/EEC
89/336/EEC, as amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC
Equipment referred to in this declaration of conformity was first manufactured in
compliance with the following standards in 2003:
Safety: EN60950:2000
EMC: EN55022: 1998: Class A ITE
EN61000-3-2
EN61000-3-3
EN55024:1998
EN61000-4-2: Level 3, Class 2
EN61000-4-3: 1995 Level 2 (3V/m)
EN61000-4-4: 1995 Level 2 (1/.5kV)
EN61000-4-5: 1995 Level 3 (2/1kV)
EN61000-4-6: 1965 Level 2 (3Vrms)
EN61000-4-11:1994
USA, Wednesday, January 07, 2004
Kenneth Stuart Hansen, Compliance Engineer
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Product Modification Warning
High End Systems products are designed and manufactured to meet the requirements of
United States and International safety regulations. Modifications to the product could
affect safety and render the product non-compliant to relevant safety standards.
Mise En Garde Contre La Modification Du Produit
Les produits High End Systems sont conçus et fabriqués conformément aux exigences
des règlements internationaux de sécurité. Toute modification du produit peut entraîner
sa non conformité aux normes de sécurité en vigueur.
Produktmodifikationswarnung
Design und Herstellung von High End Systems entsprechen den Anforderungen der U.S.
Amerikanischen und internationalen Sicherheitsvorschriften. Abänderungen dieses
Produktes können dessen Sicherheit beeinträchtigen und unter Umständen gegen die
diesbezüglichen Sicherheitsnormen verstoßen.
Avvertenza Sulla Modifica Del Prodotto
I prodotti di High End Systems sono stati progettati e fabbricati per soddisfare i requisiti
delle normative di sicurezza statunitensi ed internazionali. Qualsiasi modifica al prodotto
potrebbe pregiudicare la sicurezza e rendere il prodotto non conforme agli standard di
sicurezza pertinenti.
Advertencia De Modificación Del Producto
Los productos de High End Systems están diseñados y fabricados para cumplir los
requisitos de las reglamentaciones de seguridad de los Estados Unidos e internacionales.
Las modificaciones al producto podrían afectar la seguridad y dejar al producto fuera de
conformidad con las normas de seguridad relevantes.
FCC Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
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Important Safety Information
Instructions pertaining to continued protection against fire, electric shock, exposure to
excessive ultraviolet (UV) radiation, and injury to persons are found in Appendix A.
Please read all instructions prior to assembling, mounting, and operating this equipment.
Important: Informations De Sécurité
Les instructions se rapportant à la protection permanente contre les incendies,
l’électrocution, l’exposition à un rayonnement ultraviolet (UV) excessif et aux blessures
corporelles se trouvent dans l’Annexe A.
Veuillez lire toutes les instructions avant d’assembler, de monter ou d’utiliser cet
équipement.
Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
Sicherheitsanleitungen zum Schutz gegen Feuer, elektrischen Schlag, übermäßige UVStrahlung und Verletzung von Personen finden Sie in Anhang A.
Vor der Montage, dem Zusammenbau und der Intbetriebnahme dieses Geräts alle
Anleitungen sorgfältig durchlesen.
Informazioni Importanti Di Sicurezza
Le istruzioni sulla protezione da incendi, folgorazione, esposizione eccessiva a raggi
ultravioletti (UV) e infortuni sono contenute nell’appendice A.
Si prega di leggere tutte le istruzioni prima di assemblare, montare e azionare
l’apparecchiatura.
Informacion Importante De Seguridad
En el Apéndice A se encuentran instrucciones sobre protección continua contra incendios,
descarga eléctrica, exposición excesiva a radiación ultravioleta (UV) y lesiones
personales.
Lea, por favor, todas las instrucciones antes del ensamblaje, montaje y operación de este
equipo.
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Symbols
The following international caution and warning symbols appear in margins
throughout this manual to highlight messages.
Caution: This symbol appears adjacent to Caution messages. Not heeding
these messages could result in personal injury and/or damage to
equipment.
Warning:This symbol appears adjacent to high voltage warning messages.
Not heeding these messages could result in serious personal
injury.
This symbol indicates that a fire hazard is present. Not heeding these
messages could result in serious personal injury.
This symbol indicates that eye protection is required.
This symbol indicates an explosion hazard.
This symbol indicates the minimum distance to a lighted object, which in
this case, is 1 meter.
This symbol indicates a hot surface.
This symbol indicates that an object not be mounted on a flammable
surface
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Warranty Information
Limited Warranty
Unless otherwise stated, your Product unit is covered by a one year parts and labor
limited warranty. Dichroic filters are not guaranteed against breakage or scratches to
coating. It is the owner’s responsibility to furnish receipts or invoices for verification
of purchase, date, and dealer or distributor. If purchase date cannot be provided, date
of manufacture will be used to determine warranty period.
Returning an Item Under Warranty for Repair
It is necessary to obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from your dealer
or point of purchase BEFORE any units are returned for repair. The manufacturer will
make the final determination as to whether or not the unit is covered by warranty. Lamps
are covered by the lamp manufacturer’s warranty.
Any Product unit or parts returned to High End Systems must be packaged in a suitable
manner to ensure the protection of such Product unit or parts, and such package shall be
clearly and prominently marked to indicate that the package contains returned Product
units or parts and with an RMA number. Accompany all returned Product units or parts
with a written explanation of the alleged problem or malfunction. Ship returned Product
units or parts to: 2209B Rutland, Suite 110, Austin, TX 78758 USA.
Note: Freight Damage Claims are invalid for fixtures shipped in non-factory boxes
and packing materials.
Freight
All shipping will be paid by the purchaser. Items under warranty shall have return
shipping paid by the manufacturer only in the Continental United States. Under no
circumstances will freight collect shipments be accepted. Prepaid shipping does not
include rush expediting such as air freight. Air freight can be sent customer collect in the
Continental United States.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED FOR UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. HIGH END SYSTEMS, INC. MAKES NO
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT, AND
HIGH END SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. HIGH END SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, INCLUDING LOST
PROFITS, SUSTAINED OR INCURRED IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PRODUCT OR
CAUSED BY PRODUCT DEFECTS OR THE PARTIAL OR TOTAL FAILURE OF ANY
PRODUCT REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION, WHETHER IN CONTRACT,
TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, AND
WHETHER OR NOT SUCH DAMAGE WAS FORESEEN OR UNFORESEEN.
Warranty is void if the Product is misused, damaged, modified in any way, or for
unauthorized repairs or parts. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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Table of Contents
Contacting High End Systems® ......................................................................................................... ii
Product Modification Warning.......................................................................................................... iv
FCC Information................................................................................................................................ iv
Important Safety Information............................................................................................................. v
Symbols.............................................................................................................................................. vi
Warranty Information ...................................................................................................................... vii
Chapter 1: Features and Specifications
ColorPower Supply.......................................................................................................................... 1-1
ColorPower Features .................................................................................................................1-1
ColorPower Specifications ......................................................................................................... 1-2
Mechanical...............................................................................................................................1-2
Electrical .................................................................................................................................. 1-2
Environmental Specifications..................................................................................................1-2
Cabling and Terminator Specifications ...................................................................................1-2
ColorCommand Fixture .................................................................................................................. 1-3
ColorCommand Features ..........................................................................................................1-3
ColorCommand Specifications ..................................................................................................1-4
Mechanical...............................................................................................................................1-4
Electrical .................................................................................................................................. 1-4
Environmental Specifications..................................................................................................1-4
Lamp Specifications.................................................................................................................1-4
Typical Field Lumens: 5000.....................................................................................................1-4
Cabling and Terminator Specifications ...................................................................................1-4
ColorMerge Module ........................................................................................................................ 1-5
ColorMerge Features .................................................................................................................1-5
ColorMerge Specifications ......................................................................................................... 1-6
Mechanical...............................................................................................................................1-6
Electrical .................................................................................................................................. 1-6
Environmental Specifications..................................................................................................1-6
Lamp Specifications.................................................................................................................1-6
Cabling and Terminator Specifications ...................................................................................1-6
Optional Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 1-7
Chapter 2: Setup and Configuration
Unpacking the Products .................................................................................................................. 2-1
ColorPower Setup ........................................................................................................................... 2-1
Installing a Power Cord Cap ...................................................................................................... 2-1
Installing a Line Cord Cap - U.K. Only....................................................................................... 2-2
Vatic Fitter Heads Information - Danmark ................................................................................2-2
Setting up the Power Supply Link...................................................................................................2-2
Unit Addressing ..........................................................................................................................2-3
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Connecting Units to a ColorPower Supply Link ....................................................................... 2-3
Terminating the Link ................................................................................................................. 2-3
Connecting ColorPower to a DMX Link ......................................................................................... 2-4
DMX Addressing ............................................................................................................................. 2-4
Determining Valid DMX Start Channels ................................................................................... 2-5
Setting the ColorPower Supply DMX Start Channel ................................................................ 2-5
Setting DMX Start Channels for Color Mixing Units ................................................................. 2-6
Manual DMX Addressing ........................................................................................................ 2-6
Automatic DMX Addressing.................................................................................................... 2-8
Reconfigurating the ColorPower Link....................................................................................... 2-9
Mounting the ColorPower™ Supply ............................................................................................... 2-9
Powering On Dichroic Theatre Units ........................................................................................... 2-10
Chapter 3: Operation
Verifying and Uploading Software ................................................................................................. 3-1
Accessing the Menu System ........................................................................................................... 3-1
Basic Navigation ........................................................................................................................ 3-2
Menu Options.................................................................................................................................. 3-2
ColorPower Menu Map .............................................................................................................3-2
(DMX) Menu .............................................................................................................................. 3-3
Set the DMX Start Channel (ADDR)....................................................................................... 3-3
Set the Addressing Mode (MODE) ......................................................................................... 3-3
Information (INFO) Menu .........................................................................................................3-5
Display the Software Version (VERS)..................................................................................... 3-5
Display the Mode (MODE)...................................................................................................... 3-5
Display the Unit Information (UNIT) ...................................................................................... 3-5
Control (CTRL) Menu ................................................................................................................ 3-6
Reset and Home (RST)............................................................................................................3-6
Unique Number (UNIQ) ......................................................................................................... 3-6
Test (TEST) Menu ...................................................................................................................... 3-6
Discovery (DiSC) ..................................................................................................................... 3-6
Self Test (SELF) ....................................................................................................................... 3-7
DMX Programming ......................................................................................................................... 3-8
Parameter Descriptions ............................................................................................................. 3-8
Control Parameter (ColorPower)............................................................................................ 3-8
Homing ColorPower Supply Link Fixtures (ColorPower) ...................................................... 3-8
Color Parameters (ColorCommand, ColorMerge) ................................................................. 3-8
Beam Angle (ColorCommand) ............................................................................................... 3-8
ColorPower DMX Protocol Table.............................................................................................. 3-9
ColorCommand DMX Protocol Table ....................................................................................... 3-9
ColorMerge DMX Protocol Table.............................................................................................. 3-9
Appendix A: Important Safety Information
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Appendix B: ColorCommand Installation
ColorCommand Setup ....................................................................................................................B-1
Installing the Lamp.....................................................................................................................B-1
Installing a Power Cord Cap ......................................................................................................B-2
Installing a Line Cord Cap - U.K. Only.......................................................................................B-2
Vatic Fitter Heads Information - Danmark ................................................................................B-3
Mounting a ColorCommand Fixture...............................................................................................B-3
Mounting Considerations ...........................................................................................................B-3
Mounting a ColorCommand Fixture .........................................................................................B-4
Powering On....................................................................................................................................B-5
ColorCommand Maintenance ........................................................................................................B-5
Cleaning the ColorCommand Lens ...........................................................................................B-5
Replacing the ColorCommand Lamp........................................................................................B-5
Appendix C: ColorMerge Installation
ColorMerge Setup ...........................................................................................................................C-1
Adding a ColorMerge Module to a Source Four Fixture......................................................... C-1
Optimizing Performance ........................................................................................................... C-2
Soft Edge Beam ...................................................................................................................... C-2
Beam Adjustment ................................................................................................................... C-2
Transporting the ColorMerge Module...................................................................................... C-3
Cleaning the ColorMerge Dichorics ......................................................................................... C-3
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List of Figures
ColorPower Physical Dimensions ...................................................................................... 1-2
ColorCommand Physical Dimensions ............................................................................... 1-4
ColorMerge Dimensions ..................................................................................................... 1-6
DIP switch settings .............................................................................................................. 2-3
Adding a ColorPower supply link to a DMX link ............................................................. 2-4
ColorPower menu navigation buttons ............................................................................... 2-6
Sample manual assignment of DMX start channels ......................................................... 2-7
Sample automatic assignment of DMX start channels .................................................... 2-8
ColorPower Menu display panel ........................................................................................ 3-2
Removing the lamp ............................................................................................................. B-1
Installing the lamp ...............................................................................................................B-2
Installing ColorMerge .........................................................................................................C-1
Mounting Orientation and Range of Travel ......................................................................C-2
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Chapter 1:
Features and Specifications
This manual includes information for the ColorPowerTM power supply, the
ColorCommand
TM
fixture, and the ColorMergeTM module. These are the first of the
new Dichroic Theatre series of products from High End Systems®. Features and
specifications for each product in the series are listed below.
ColorPower Supply
The ColorPower supply is designed for use with
Dichroic Theatre Series fixtures and modules. Each
ColorPower supply can provide power and data for
up to 12 color mixing units. You can either
manually assign a DMX start address for each unit
linked to ColorPower or allow ColorPower to assign
the DMX start addresses automatically. The front
panel on ColorPower has an LED (Light Emitting
Diode) display that enables you to access the menu
system to configure linked Dichroic Theatre Series
fixtures and assign DMX start channels.
ColorPower Features
• Provides local data for up to 12 Dichroic Theatre Series units in any combination.
• Menu system for easy DMX addressing of attached color mixing units.
• Lightweight and easy to mount.
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ColorPower Specifications
Mechanical
Height: 137 mm (5.4 in)
Width: 311 mm (12.3 in)
Depth: 309 mm (12.2 in)
Weight: 5.9 kg (13 lb)
Electrical
Power Output Ratings:
40VDC / 750mA
Power Input Ratings:
120V/230V, 50/60Hz @ 3A / 1.5A
Environmental Specifications
Max. ambient temperature:
Ta =40°C (104°F)
Max. exterior surface temperature: T max=100°C (212°F)
Min. distance to flammable objects: .3 meter (12 in)
Cabling and Terminator Specifications
DMX 512 Link: 5-Pin XLR RS-485 data cable. Use Belden® 9842 or equivalent
(meets specifications for EIA RS-485 applications) data cables with the following
characteristics:
• Two twisted pairs (4-conductors) plus a shield
• Maximum capacitance between conductors: <15 pF/ft.
• Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield: 55 pF/ft.
• Maximum resistance: 20 /1000 ft.
• Nominal impedance: 120 .
ColorPower Supply Link: 4-Pin XLR DATAPLEX Color Changer cable.
Maximum combined cable length per ColorPower supply: 182.9 m (600 ft)
Termin ators: 120
309 mm
12.2 in
311 mm
12.3 in
137 mm
5.4 in
342 mm
13.5 in
Figure 1-1 ColorPower Physical Dimensions
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ColorCommand Fixture
ColorCommand is a highly-versatile color mixing washlight
that uses a simple, compact incandescent lamp and an
innovative patented dichroic color mixing system. Because
ColorCommand colors the whole beam simultaneously, it
ensures a smooth, even field and allows you complete
freedom when color mixing and adjusting beam size.
ColorCommand produces a huge range of colors, from
subtle pastels to deep saturates. ColorCommand can snap
between one color and another in less than 1/3 second, or
make slow, controlled fades.
ColorCommand uses dichroic borosilicate glass, which will not fade or change color,
so the color you create during rehearsals is the same color you will see a week,
month, or year later. There are no gel scrolls to burn out or replace, and
ColorCommand can be used anywhere you would currently use a PAR can, Fresnel,
or PC fixture. See Appendix B for ColorCommand installation and maintenance.
ColorCommand Features
• Philips Halogen Biplanar 750W or 800W lamp with a color temperature of 3200K
matching other incandescent fixtures.
• Intregal, fully variable beam angle adjustable from 8
° - 13°
•18
° - 32° field angle
• 270
° tilt
• 1 meter minimum focus distance
• Lamp relay to automatically shut off the lamp if the power is disconnected or the
cable is removed
• Compact and lightweight (similar in size to a PAR can)
• Fat output beam (8 inches (200 mm) in diameter)
• Smooth color mixing (including pastel and saturated colors)
• Fully dichroic colors that never fade
• Full control over color mixing from smooth, stepless movement (allowing slow,
imperceptible color fades) to rapid snap color changes
• Quiet performance even during snap color changes
• Even, soft-edged wash with good beam distribution for easy blending
• Live color fading from one color to another at any speed
• Very little light spill
• Fits accessories such as barn doors, top hats, and snoots
• Operates on 4 DMX channels: Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, and Beam Angle Adjust
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ColorCommand Specifications
Mechanical
(with yoke attached)
Height: 445 mm (17.5 in)
Width: 400 mm (15.8 in)
Depth: 350 mm (13.8 in)
Weight: 9.1 kg (20 lb)
Electrical
Power Consumption:
800 watts max
Fuse:
125V, 2.5A, Slow Blow SMF
Power Input Ratings:
115V, 50/60Hz @ 7A
230V, 50/60Hz @ 3.5A
Environmental
Specifications
Max. ambient temperature:
Ta =40°C (104°F)
Max. exterior surface temperature: T max=200°C (392°F)
Min. distance to flammable objects: 1 meter (3.28 ft)
Min. distance to lighted object: 1 meter (3.28 ft)
Lamp Specifications
Lamp: Philips Halogen Biplanar
Lamp Type
Lamp Life Color Temperature
750W / G9.5 / 115V 300 hours 3200K
800W / G9.5 / 230V 400 hours 3100K
Typical Field Lumens: 5000
Cabling and Terminator Specifications
ColorPower Supply Link: 4-Pin XLR DATAPLEX Color Changer cable.
Maximum combined cable length per ColorPower supply: 182.9 m (600 ft)
Termin ators: 120
400 mm
15.8 in
400 mm
15.8 in
445 mm
17.5 in
300 mm
11.8 in
350 mm
13.8 in
295 mm
11.6 in
Figure 1-2 ColorCommand Physical Dimensions
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ColorMerge Module
The ColorMerge module is an innovative dichroic color mixing
accessory for the ETC Source Four
™
ellipsoidal fixture.
ColorMerge gives you the freedom to mix any color as well as
perform live fades from one color to another smoothly, silently,
and cleanly.
ColorMerge attaches between the rear housing assembly and the
front barrel assembly of the Source Four, and does not interfere
with the gate area. You can still use patterns, irises, gobo
changers, and all the usual accessories with your Source Four
™
fixture. Like all Dichroic Theatre Series products, ColorMerge
uses dichroic borosilicate glass which will not fade or change
color. So, the color you create during rehearsals is the same color
you will see a week, month, or year later. And, there are no gel
scrolls to burn out or replace. See Appendix C for more
information on Installing and Maintaining ColorMerge modules.
ColorMerge Features
• Easy Installation (locks onto existing bayonet lens mount with no modifications)
• High-efficiency dichroics (less light loss with dichroic color than with a gel)
• No interference with Source Four optics (use with any lens type)
• Smooth color mixing (including pastel and saturated colors)
• Fully dichroic colors that never fade
• Full control over color mixing from smooth, stepless movement (allowing slow,
imperceptible color fades) to rapid color changes
• Silent operation (no fans)
• Live color fading from one color to another at any speed with no strange,
intermediate colors
• No interference with Source Four’s gobos, irises, or gobo rotators
• Operates on 3 DMX channels: Yellow, Magenta, and Cyan
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ColorMerge Specifications
Mechanical
Height: 604 mm (23.8 in)
Width: 246 mm (9.7 in)
Depth: 122 mm (4.8 in)
Weight: 5.9 kg (13 lb)
Shipping Weight 7.7 kg (17 lb)
Electrical
Fuse: 125V, 2.5A,
Slow Blow SMF
Environmental
Specifications
Max. ambient temperature:
Ta =40°C (104°F)
Max. exterior surface
temperature: T max=200°C (392°F)
Note: For more information, see the Source Four
TM
User Manual.
Lamp Specifications
Lamp type: HPL lamp only. See the ETCTM Source FourTM Ellipsoidal User Guide for
more information.
Cabling and Terminator Specifications
ColorPower Supply Link: 4-Pin XLR DATAPLEX Color Changer cable.
Maximum combined cable length per ColorPower supply: 182.9 m (600 ft)
Termin ators: 120
604 mm
23.8 in
246 mm
9.7 in
34 mm
1.3 in
91 mm
3.6 in
122 mm
4.8 in
77 mm
3.0 in
Figure 1-3 ColorMerge Dimensions
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Optional Accessories
The following accessories are available from High End Systems:
Part Description Part Number
Philips Halogen Biplanar lamp 750W / G9.5 / 115V 55030064
Philips Halogen Biplanar lamp 800W / G9.5 / 230V 55030065
Additional Terminator plug 80470215
4-pin XLR DATAPLEX Color Changer cable (6’) 65040001
4-pin XLR DATAPLEX Color Changer cable (10’) 65040002
4-pin XLR DATAPLEX Color Changer cable (25’) 65040003
4-pin XLR DATAPLEX Color Changer cable (50’) 65040004
5-pin XLR DMX Data Cable Heavy Duty (10’) 55050017
5-pin XLR DMX Data Cable Heavy Duty (25’) 55050018
5-pin XLR DMX Data Cable Heavy Duty (50’) 55050019
5-pin XLR DMX Data Cable Heavy Duty (100’) 55050020
Whole Hog
®
III Lighting Console 61020001
DMX Upload dongle 26040002
Safety cable 90701349
Cheeseborough truss clamp 55040014
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Chapter 2:
Setup and Configuration
Unpacking the Products
Unpack your products and verify that they are undamaged. If there is no damage,
continue with the rest of the setup procedure described in this chapter. If there is
damage, notify both the shipping agent and the sales agent immediately.
Save the shipping carton and packing materials. The carton and packing materials
are specifically designed to protect the product during transport. High End Systems®
assumes no responsibility for products that are damaged during transport. Return a
product for repair in its original shipping carton and packing materials.
Before returning anything to the factory, call your High End Systems dealer/
distributor for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. The factory cannot
accept any goods shipped without an RMA number.
This chapter outlines the ColorPower Setup as well as setting up a ColorPower
supply link and adding the ColorPower supply link to a DMX link.
For information on setting up your color mixing units, see the appropriate appendix
at the back of this manual.
ColorPower Setup
The ColorPower supply ships with the following items:
• ColorPower supply
•User manual
• Two (2) terminator plugs
• Safety cable
Installing a Power Cord Cap
ColorPower ships with a power cord with a Standard NEMA 5-15 cord cap. Different
locations may require a different power cord cap to connect the fixture to a power
source. Because of the variety of power cord caps used worldwide, High End
Systems, Inc. cannot make specific recommendations for the power cord cap.
Contact a local authority for the type of power cord cap needed. When installing the
power cord cap, note that the cores in the mains lead are colored in accordance with
the following code:
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• green and yellow = earth
• blue = neutral
• brown = live
Warning: Class 1 equipment - This equipment must be earthed.
Installing a Line Cord Cap - U.K. Only
In the United Kingdom, the colours of the cores in the mains lead of this equipment
may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in the
fixture’s plug. Therefore, install a line cord cap in accordance with the following
code:
• The core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the plug
terminal which is marked with the letter “E,” or by the earth symbol , or
coloured green, or green and yellow.
• The core which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter “N” or coloured black.
• The core which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which
is marked with the letter “L” or coloured red.
Warning: Class 1 equipment - This equipment must be earthed.
Vatic Fitter Heads Information - Danmark
Advarsel: Beskyttelse mod elektrisk chock.
Vigtigt!
Lederne med gul/groen isolation maa kun tilsluttes en klemme maerket
Setting up the Power Supply Link
A single ColorPower can control up to 12 color mixing units in any combination (six
fixtures/modules per output).
Caution: Dichroic Theatre color mixing fixtures and modules must be
operated with the High End Systems ColorPower supply.
Connection to any other manufacturer’s power supply could
damage the ColorCommand fixture and ColorMerge module.
Disconnect mains power from ColorPower before linking color
changer cables to fixtures.
ColorPower has two output links that supply 40VDC and data to the Dichroic Theatre
Series products. The products can be combined and linked in any configuration, as
long as there are no more than six (6) fixtures per output link. Because a ColorPower
eller
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supply has two output links, you can connect a maximum of twelve (12) color mixing
units for each ColorPower supply .
Note: Maximum total color- changer cable length per ColorPower supply should not
exceed 600 ft. (182.9 m).
Unit Addressing
Addressing each color mixing unit with a unique
number identifies it for the ColorPower supply. A
DIP switch array is located on every Dichroic
Theatre color mixing product (see Figure 2-1). You
must select a DIP switch setting for each color
mixing unit in the ColorPower supply link. The
fixture’s DIP switch setting determines the
fixture’s unit address.
You can choose any order for fixtures on a link and any DIP switch setting for a
fixture, as long as each fixture in the link is assigned a unique unit address.
Connecting Units to a ColorPower Supply Link
To connect the ColorPower to color mixing units on the link, you must use 4-pin XLR
DATAPLEX Color Changer cables. Although these cables do not ship with the
ColorPower supply, High End Systems offers them as optional accessories (see
“Optional Accessories” on page 1-7).
The 4-pin XLR DATAPLEX Color Changer pin designation is as follows:
• Pin 1. Black #14 (40VDC +)
• Pin 2. Red #22 (Data +)
• Pin 3. Green #22 (Data -)
• Pin 4. White #14 (40 VDC -)
To connect units to a ColorPower link:
1. Connect the female XLR connector of the 4-pin XLR DATAPLEX Color Changer
cable to the first fixture on the fixture link.
2. Continue linking the remaining ColorCommand and/or ColorMerge fixtures
together by connecting a 4-pin XLR DATAPLEX Color Changer cable from the
Data Out connector of each fixture to the Data In connector of the next fixture on
the link.
Terminating the Link
ColorPower ships with two terminators. You must use these terminators to terminate
both ends of ColorPower’s fixture link. Because you can connect two links (with six
fixtures per link) on ColorPower, this means that if you use only one link, you must
Figure 2-1 DIP switch settings
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
On
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terminate the unused link on ColorPower as well as the last fixture in the used link. If
you use both fixture links, you must terminate the last fixture on both links.
To terminate the ColorPower supply link, connect a male terminator to the Data Out
connector of the last fixture in the link.
Warning: Unplug power from the ColorPower supply before making any
changes to fixture configuration on the fixture link.
Connecting ColorPower to a DMX Link
You can link one or more ColorPower units to a DMX Control desk using 5-pin DMX
data cables. Use Belden
®
9842 or equivalent (meets specifications for EIA RS-485
applications) data cables with the following characteristics:
• Two twisted pairs (4-conductors) plus a shield
• Maximum capacitance between conductors: <15 pF/ft.
• Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield: 55 pF/ft.
• Maximum resistance: 20 /1000 ft.
• Nominal impedance: 120 .
To link one or more ColorPower supplies as shown in Figure 2-2:
1. Connect the male XLR
connector of a 5-pin DMX
data cable to your DMX
controller’s DMX Data Out
connector.
2. Connect the female XLR
connector of the 5-pin
DMX data cable to a
ColorPower supply.
3. Connect the male XLR
connector of a 4-pin XLR
DATAPLEX Color Changer
cable to the ColorPower
supply Data Out connector.
DMX Addressing
After connecting the ColorPower supply link, you will need to address the
ColorPower supply and the attached fixtures/modules for identification by the DMX
controller. A fixture on a DMX link is addressed by assigning it a Start Channel from
1-512. Start channels are set in the ColorPower menu system. You can choose
DMX Control Desk
(6 maximum per link)
ColorMerge
ColorPower
ColorPower
ColorCommand
Figure 2-2 Adding a ColorPower
su
pply
link to a DMX link
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Automatic or Manual address modes to address the color mixing units on the
ColorPower supply link.
Determining Valid DMX Start Channels
The DMX start channel identifies each fixture on a link for the DMX controller. There
are 512 available channels on each DMX link. These 512 channels are divided among
all the devices on a particular link. The number of channels a fixture requires is
called the fixture’s channel range. The DMX start channel assigned to a particular
fixture is the first channel available to a fixture in its channel range.
The fixture’s channel range must not overlap any other device’s channel range on the
link. When two devices on the same DMX link have overlapping channel ranges, one
or both devices will be disabled or behave erratically.
Remember the following criteria when determining a valid start channel:
• The Start channel is the number of the first channel in a consecutive block of
channels assigned to an individual fixture.
• If you want two or more fixtures to respond to controller commands in exactly
the same way, you can assign them the same Start Channel. In that case, those
fixtures must be the same type and must share the entire channel range.
• A fixture can be assigned the second block of DMX channels on a link without
physically being the second fixture on the link.
• To avoid overlapping channels, place the start channel at the beginning of a
range of available channels large enough to accommodate that fixture type.
• Every channel in the link does not need to be assigned.
• The channel range required for a fixture differs depending on the fixture type.
For more information on channel ranges the DMX protocol for ColorPower and all
High End Systems Dichroic Theatre fixtures and modules, see “DMX Programming”
on page 3-8.
The following sections describe using the menu system to set DMX Start channels for
ColorPower supply and attached color mixing units. For more information on the
ColorPower Menu system, see Chapter 3.
Setting the ColorPower Supply DMX Start Channel
The ColorPower supply requires one DMX channel. Choose a DMX start channel
that preceeds the start channel of any fixture the ColorPower supply controls. To set
the ColorPower Start channel:
1. Access ColorPower’s menu system via the LED display and four menu navigation
buttons to assign a Start channel to ColorPower, (see Figure 2-3). For more
information regarding the menu system, see “Menu Options” on page 3-2
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2. Press and hold <Menu> until dMX appears on the LED display.
3. Press <Enter>. This display will show AddR.
4. Press and hold <Enter> until the display begins flashing.
5. Use the arrow buttons to scroll to the desired DMX start channel (1–512)
6. Press and hold <Enter> until the display stops flashing.
NOTE:If you change the ColorPower supply DMX start channel after addressing your
fixtures in Auto or Manual mode, you will change your show.
Setting DMX Start Channels for Color Mixing Units
Manual and Automatic options are available for setting DMX start channels on
Dichroic Theatre fixtures and modules. A third menu option DISC (discovery) is
actually a test mode used for fixture testing purposes. This mode ignores all address
information stored in the EEPROM and dynamically assigns DMX addresses based
on the current link configuration.
IMPORTANT: Since Discovery mode will change your show if fixtures are added,
removed, or fail, use it only for troubleshooting purposes.
Manual DMX Addressing
Manually assigning a DMX start channel to a fixture enables you to control which
consecutive block of DMX channels are assigned to each fixture in a link. For
example, you might choose to assign channels 150-153 to a ColorCommand that is
identified as the second fixture in the link, and channels 300-302 to a ColorMerge
that is identified as the first fixture in the link (see Figure 2-4 on page 2-7).
Note: A fixture is identified by its DIP switch setting, which specifies its unit number.
A fixture on a ColorPower link can be assigned any valid DMX address starting with
the address immediately following that of the ColorPower supply.
As the addresses are selected, both fixture type and address are stored in an on board
EEPROM. Thereafter, ColorPower acquires its addressing information from this
MENU ENTER
Figure 2-3 ColorPower menu navigation buttons
<UP> arrow
button scrolls to the previous
<DOWN> arrow button scrolls to
the next menu item or option
<MENU> button moves back to
the previous menu level. (Press and
hold to enter the menu system)
<ENTER> button selects a menu option
Alphanumeric LED display
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EEPROM. If fixtures are added to the link after selecting MANU, they will be
assigned an invalid address. If fixtures are removed from the link, they will be
ignored. In either event, removal or addition of fixtures does not change addressing,
and will not change your show.
The manual address mode allows multiple fixtures to share the same DMX address.
This can simplify show programming when you want several fixtures controlled in
exactly the same way.
To Address a fixture by manually assigning the start channel:
1. Using ColorPower’s menu system (see Figure 2-3), press and hold the <Menu>
button until dMX appears on the LED display.
2. Press <Enter>.
3. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the MOdE menu and
press the <Enter> button to select.
4. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the MANU menu, then
press and hold the <Enter> button to select. The UNIt menu option will be
displayed.
5. Press the <Enter> button to select.
6. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the desired fixture unit
number and press the <Enter> button to select the unit. The format is # XX
where # is the DIP switch setting and XX is the type of unit selected. For
example, 1 CM means a ColorMerge unit with a DIP switch setting of 1. A
ColorCommand unit with a DIP switch setting of 3 will display as 3 CC.
7. Press and hold the <Enter> button until the DMX start address begins flashing.
8. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the desired DMX start
channel (1–510) and press the <Enter> button to select.
Note: The last valid Start channel for a ColorCommand (4-channel protocol) fixture
on a 512-channel DMX link is Channel 509. The last valid Start channel for a
ColorMerge (3-channel protocol) fixture is 510.
Unit #2 ColorCommand
DMX Start channel = 150
Channel range = 150, 151, 152,153
Unit #1 ColorMerge
DMX Start channel = 300
Channel range = 300, 301, 302
Unit #4 ColorMerge
DMX Start channel = 200
Channel range = 200, 201, 202
Unit #3 ColorCommand
DMX Start channel = 101
Channel range = 101, 102, 103,104
ColorPower
DMX channel 100
Figure 2-4 Sample manual assignment of DMX start channels
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Automatic DMX Addressing
When automatically assigning DMX start channels to fixtures on a link, the
ColorPower supply allocates the DMX addresses in the order of each fixture’s unit
number (specified by the DIP switch setting on each fixture) (see Figure 2-5).
Addresses are assigned sequentially starting with the address immediately following
that of the ColorPower supply. Each Dichroic Theater product attached to the
ColorPower is assigned an address according to its module address and fixture type.
ColorCommand fixtures require four channels, and ColorMerge fixtures require
three channels.
After selecting AUTO, the attached fixture types and their addresses are stored in an
on-board EEPROM. Thereafter ColorPower acquires its addressing information
from this EEPROM. If fixtures are added to the link after selecting AUTO, they will
be assigned an invalid address. If fixtures are removed from the link, they will be
ignored. In either event, removal or addition of fixtures will not change addressing,
and thus will not change your show. The auto address mode will not allow multiple
fixtures to share the same DMX address.
To Address a fixture by automatically assigning the start channel:
1. Using ColorPower’s menu system (see Figure 2-3 on page 2-6), press and hold
the <Menu> button until dMX appears on the LED display.
2. Press <Enter>.
3. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the MOdE menu and
press the <Enter> button to select. AUTO will appear on the display as the first
option.
4. To select, press and hold the <Enter> button until dONE displays.
IMPORTANT: You must complete this procedure after all fixtures have been
added to the fixture link. ColorPower only assigns start
channels automatically after all steps in this procedure are
completed. In other words, the start channels assigned using
Unit #1 ColorMerge
DMX Start channel = 2
Channel range = 2, 3, 4
Unit #2 ColorCommand
DMX Start channel = 5
Channel range = 5, 6, 7, 8
Unit #4 ColorMerge
DMX Start channel = 13
Channel range = 13, 14, 15
Unit #3 ColorCommand
DMX Start channel = 9
Channel range = 9, 10, 11, 12
ColorPower
DMX channel 1
Figure 2-5 Sample automatic assignment of DMX start channels
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this procedure do not automatically change if a unit fails or is
disconnected.
Reconfigurating the ColorPower Link
If you have a full complement of 12 Dichroic Theater fixtures attached to ColorPower
and change the ColorPower link configuration, you will have to do the following:
1. After changing the link configuration, apply power to the ColorPower.
2. Auto address the fixtures [to clear the old fixture configuration].
3. Reset ColorPower by issuing a home all command, or navigating to CTRL ->
RST on the ColorPower menu system.
4. Auto address the fixtures a second time [to store the new configuration]. The
fixtures will now operate properly.
Mounting the ColorPower™ Supply
This section describes mounting procedures for a ColorPower supply. For
information on mounting ColorCommand™ fixtures, see Appendix B. For
information on mounting Source Four™ fixtures fitted with ColorMerge™ modules,
consult the documentation for your Source Four fixture.
You can mount the ColorPower supply in any orientation suspended from a support
system (such as a truss) or freestanding on a stable surface. Before mounting the
ColorPower supply and any fixtures you are connecting to it, heed the warnings
below to guard against personal injury and damage to the fixture.
Warning: This equipment for connection to a branch circuit having a
maximum overload protection of 20 A.
Class I Equipment - This fixture must be earthed.
Mount the ColorPower supply and fixtures in a location that is away
from direct heat and protected from moisture. Do not mount on a
flammable surface.
For pluggable equipment, the socket outlet shall be installed near
the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Use a secondary safety cable when mounting the ColorPower
supply or fixtures.
Caution: Do not remove top cover of the ColorPower supply or attempt to
service unit while attached to rigging or truss.
When mounting the ColorPower supply or any fixture connected to it on a truss or
another type of support, do all of the following:
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• Verify the truss or support will handle the combined weight of all the devices on
the truss.
• High End Systems strongly recommends using safety cables to attach any of its
fixtures to a truss. Safety cables are provided with the ColorPower supply. If
necessary, you can order additional safety cables from your High End Systems
dealer/distributor (see “Optional Accessories” on page 1-7).
• You must supply your own clamps to attach the Color Power supply to the
support. Verify that the clamp(s) you use are capable of supporting the weight of
the unit. Each ColorPower supply weighs 13 lbs (5.9 kg). You can order
cheeseboroughs for a two-inch truss from your High End Systems dealer/
distributor (see “Optional Accessories” on page 1-7).
• Make sure the ColorPower supply and attached fixtures cannot be rotated all the
way around (360
o
). Allowing a unit to rotate 360o could loosen the clamp
mounting bolts.
Note: Because of the variety of conceivable lighting designs, you should consider the
procedure below as a suggested guideline only. High End Systems, Inc. cannot
make specific recommendations for your particular lighting design or venue.
To mount the ColorPower supply to a truss or another type of support:
• Attach a suitable clamp through the handle.
• Always stand on a firm, stable surface when mounting a fixture to its support.
The fixture should be at a height where you can comfortably work on it, and
should either be resting on a stable surface or held in a stable manner.
• Tighten the clamp(s) firmly to the yoke and to the support.
• Loop one or more suitable safety cables around the support and through the
handle.
Caution: After mounting the fixtures, inspect all connected cables to
ensure that the cables are properly routed away from any hot
surface.
Do not mount ColorPower above or next to a hot fixture closer
than 1 ft (.3 m).
Powering On Dichroic Theatre Units
Caution: Do not power on the ColorPower supply or any fixtures linked to
it until you have verified that the line cord cap is suitable for the
power source in your location.
Warning: This equipment for connection to a branch circuit having a
maximum overload protection of 20 A.
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Before powering on ColorPower or any Dichroic Theatre Series fixtures connected to
ColorPower, verify that:
• The lamp is installed in each ColorCommand fixture on the ColorPower
supply link as described in “Installing the Lamp” on page B-1.
• The appropriate power cord caps are installed on the ColorPower supply and
all fixtures linked to it as described in “Installing a Power Cord Cap” on page
2-1.
• The DIP switch array on all fixtures has been set as described in “Unit
Addressing” on page 2-3.
• The ColorPower supply is linked appropriately to all fixtures in the fixture
link as described in “Setting up the Power Supply Link” on page 2-2.
At this point it is safe to connect ColorPower to an appropriately-rated power source
(that turns ColorPower on).
On initial power up, the display board should read HES, indicating that the on board
processor is running. After the CPU board boots, it will identify the display board
and send it a reset command, the display should then flash off momentarily and
redisplay HES. Soon thereafter the CPU will send initial display data to the display
board and it will read COLR.
When Dichroic Theatre color mixing units are connected to ColorPower, they
automatically begin a homing procedure to verify that the major functions of the
fixture are oriented properly.
ColorPower’s menu system provides an option for re-homing the fixtures. See “Reset
and Home (RST)” on page 3-6 for instructions on using the Menu system and locating
the Home function.
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Chapter 3:
Operation
This chapter contains information on using the ColorPower menu system and DMX
control of the ColorPower supply and its linked fixtures. Use the Menu Map on page
3-8 for a quick reference on menu options. For Dichroic Theatre Series products
DMX protocol tables, see page 3-9.
Verifying and Uploading Software
Use the following steps to verify that you are running the latest version of software
for the ColorPower supply.
1. Use the menu system to identify the current version of software running on
ColorPower (see “Display the Software Version (VERS)” on page 3-5).
2. Verify that the version displayed by ColorPower is the latest available. The latest
software is available in the support section of the High End Systems® web site
(www.highend.com).
3. If a software upgrade is required, attach a High End Systems Upload Dongle to
the computer and upload the software to ColorPower.
A High End Systems Upload Dongle requires a 386-based (or faster) computer,
MS DOS
®
version 3.3 (or later) or Windows 95/98/ME, and one MB of free disk
space. To obtain an Upload Dongle (with installation and operation instructions),
contact your High End Systems dealer/distributor (see “Optional Accessories” on
page 1-7).
Note: Dichroic Theatre colormixing products like ColorMerge and ColorCommand
are controlled using the software stored in ColorPower. Therefore, you only
need to upload ColorPower software (when applicable).
Accessing the Menu System
To access the menu system, press and hold the <Menu> key until
dMX
appears on
the LED display. The menu system is protected against inadvertent menu changes by
requiring the <Menu> button to be held for a few seconds before allowing entry to
the menus.
To exit the menu system, you must keep pressing the <Menu> button to back out of
each menu level until you reach the top menu level. After approximately 2 minutes,
the display will revert to the fixture’s currently assigned DMX start channel.
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Basic Navigation
The navigation buttons on the ColorPower supply display panel allow you to navigate
through the onboard menu system. As you navigate the menu system, the
alphanumeric display will show the menu items you select from the menu map.
• Press the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons to move to the Menus and options.
The alphanumeric display will flash when a new option is selected and will stop
flashing when a new option is stored by pressing the <Enter> button.
• If you have not pressed <Enter>, pressing the <Menu> button returns you to
the previous menu without changing the value of an option.
Menu Options
The following sections describe the Level 1 Menus available on a ColorPower supply
and include option selection examples.
ColorPower Menu Map
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Options Description
DMX
ADDR 1 – 512
Set DMX Start channel number for Color Power hub
001– 512
MODE
AUTO
Sets automatic start channel selection for attached
modules. Displays DONE when complete.
MANU
1 XX –
12XX
1 – 512
Sets manual start channel selection for attached
modules
INFO
VERS V.##.# Displays version Major.Minor.Build
MODE
AUTO
Displays current fixture addressing mode
MANU
UNIT MANU
1 XX –
12XX
1 – 512
Displays the DMX start channel for the selected unit
on the ColorPower supply link
CTRL
RST
Resets ColorPower supply and homes all
connected units
UNIQ Displays the ColorPower supply’s unique number
MENU ENTER
<UP> arrow button scrolls to the
previous menu item or option
<DOWN> arrow button scrolls to
the next menu item or option
<Menu> button moves back to the
previous menu level. (Press and
hold to enter the menu system)
<Enter> button selects a menu option
Alphanumeric LED display
Figure 3-1 ColorPower Menu display panel
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(DMX) Menu
Use this Menu option to set the Start channel for the ColorPower supply as well as
colormixing fixtures linked to it. For more information on setting a DMX start
channel (see “DMX Addressing” on page 2-4).
Set the DMX Start Channel (ADDR)
1. To enter the Menu system, press and hold the <Menu> button until
dMX
appears on the LED display.
2. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons scroll to the desired start channel
value
(1-512)
the <Enter> button to select.
Set the Addressing Mode (MODE)
The ColorPower supply has three modes for DMX. Manual Addressing and Auto
Addressing are described here. Discovery (DISC) addressing is recomended for
troubleshooting situations only. You can find more information about the DISC mode
in “When to use Discovery addressing” on page 4-6.
Manual Addressing. allows the user to assign DMX addresses to fixtures attached to
the link. Addresses may be assigned to any valid DMX address following the
ColorPower supply Start channel. As the addresses are selected, both fixture type
and address are stored in an on board EEPROM. Thereafter, ColorPower acquires its
addressing information from this EEPROM. If fixtures are added to the link after
selecting MANU, they will be assigned an invalid address. If fixtures are removed
from the link, they will be ignored. In either event, removal or addition of fixtures
will not change addressing, and thus will not change your show. The manual address
mode allows multiple fixtures to share the same DMX address when you require
more than one fixture to respond identically to the controller.
Use the following steps to manually address fixtures on the ColorPower link:
1. Press and hold the <Menu> button until
dMX
appears on the LED display
2. Press the <Enter> button to enter the DMX menu system. The first option will
be
AddR
.
3. Navigate to the
ModE
menu by pressing the UP button.
4. Press the <Enter> button to enter the addressing mode sub-menu system. The
first option will be the
AUTO
addressing mode.
5. Navigate to the
MANU
menu by pressing the UP button.
TEST
DISC
Discovers all color mixing units attached to this
ColorPower supply. Displays DONE when complete
SELF
INIT Displays
INIT
indicating that it is initializing. After a
pause the display alternates between
FULL
(DMX
=100) and
OPEN
(DMX = 0) with all the linked
fixtures responding.
FULL
OPEN
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Options Description
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6. Press and hold the <Enter> button to select manual addressing.
7. Fixtures attached to the link, and their module address may be viewed by
pressing the UP & DOWN buttons to scroll through all attached fixtures. The
format is
# XX
, where # is the module address, and XX is the fixture type.
CM
=
ColorMerge,
CC
= ColorCommand XX = missing fixture.
8. The DMX start address of each fixture may be viewed by pressing the <Enter>
button.
9. To change the address of the selected fixture press and hold the <Enter> button
until the DMX start address begins flashing.
10. Scroll to the desired start address using the UP and DOWN buttons.
11. Press <Enter> to select the desired start channel.
Automatic Addressing. Auto addressing automatically assigns DMX addresses to
fixtures attached to the link. Addresses are assigned sequentially starting with the
address immediately following the ColorPower Start channel. Each Dichroic Theater
product attached to the ColorPower is assigned an address according to its module
address and fixture type. ColorCommand fixtures require four channels, and
ColorMerge fixtures require three channels. After selecting
AUTO
, the attached
fixture types and their addresses are stored in an on-board EEPROM. Thereafter
ColorPower acquires its addressing information from this EEPROM. If fixtures are
added to the link after selecting AUTO, they will be assigned an invalid address. If
fixtures are removed from the link, they will be ignored. In either event, removal or
addition of fixtures will not change addressing, and thus will not change your show.
The auto address mode will not allow multiple fixtures to share the same DMX
address.
To use Auto addressing:
1. Press and hold the <Menu> button until
dMX
appears on the LED display.
2. Press the <Enter> button to enter the DMX menu system. The first option will
be
AddR
.
3. Navigate to the
ModE
menu by pressing the UP button.
4. Press the <Enter> button to enter the addressing mode. The first option will be
the
AUTO
addressing mode.
5. Press and hold the <Enter><Menu> button to select auto addressing.
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Information (INFO) Menu
Use this Menu option to display information on software versions and connected
units.
Display the Software Version (VERS)
To view the Software version currently running on the fixture:
1. If you are not already in the Menu system, press and hold the <Menu> button
until
dMX
appears on the LED display.
2. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the
INFO
menu and press
the <Enter> button to select.
3. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the
VERS
option and
press the <Enter> button to select. The current ColorPower software version
number will be displayed. Check with the High End Systems Website
(www.highend.com) to verify that this is the latest version. If you need to install
new software, see “Verifying and Uploading Software” on page 3-1.
Display the Mode (MODE)
The Mode option in the Info Menu displays the currently selected addressing mode of
automatic or manual.
To view the current Mode:
1. If you are not already in the Menu system, press and hold the <Menu> button
until
dMX
appears on the LED display.
2. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the
INFO
menu and press
the <Enter> button to select.
3. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the
MODE
option and
press the <Enter> button to select. The current ColorPower addressing mode
will be displayed.
Display the Unit Information (UNIT)
To view unit information for each fixture on the link:
1. If you are not already in the Menu system, press and hold the <Menu> button
until
dMX
appears on the LED display.
2. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the
INFO
menu and press
the <Enter> button to select.
3. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the
UNIt
option and press
the <Enter> button to select. The available data for the fixtures connected to the
fixture link displays. For example,
1 CC
means that a ColorCommand fixture is
connected to the link with a DIP switch setting of 1. A ColorMerge module
connected to the fixture link with a DIP switch setting of 7 will display as
7 CM
.
4. Press <Enter> to view the DMX adress.
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Control (CTRL) Menu
Use this Menu option to reset ColorPower and home all ColorMerge modules and
ColorCommand fixtures connected to the fixture link.
Reset and Home (RST)
To view the Software version currently running on the fixture:
1. If you are not already in the Menu system, press and hold the <Menu> button
until
dMX
appears on the LED display.
2. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the
CtRL
menu and press
the <Enter> button to select.
3. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the
RSt
option and press
the <Enter> button to select. ColorPower will reset and home all connected
units.
Unique Number (UNIQ)
Every ColorPower supply has a unique number that is used for upload purposes. To
view the ColorPower supply’s unique number:
1. If you are not already in the Menu system, press and hold the <Menu> button
until
dMX
appears on the LED display.
2. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the
CtRL
menu and press
the <Enter> button to select.
3. Using the <Up> and <Down> arrow buttons, scroll to the
UNIQ
option and
press the <Enter> button to select. ColorPower will display the unique number
for the selected unit.
Test ( TEST) Menu
Discovery (DiSC)
Discovery addressing is a test mode where addresses are assigned sequentially
starting with the address immediately following that of the ColorPower box. Each
Dichroic Theater product attached to the ColorPower is assigned an address
according to its module address and fixture type.
This mode ignores all address information stored in the EEPROM and dynamically
assigns DMX addresses based on the current link configuration. Use the following
steps to access the Discovery mode:
1. Press and hold the <Menu> button until
dMX
appears on the LED display.
2. Navigate to the
TEST
menu by pressing the UP button.
3. Press the <Enter> button to enter the test sub-menu. The first option will be
dISC
.
4. Press and hold the <Enter> button to select discovery mode addressing.
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Caution: This mode of addressing may change your show if fixtures are
added, removed, or fail. Use Discovery mode only for
troubleshooting purposes.
Self Test (SELF)
1. Press and hold the <Menu> button until
dMX
appears on the LED display.
2. Navigate to the
TEST
menu by pressing the UP button.
3. Press the <Enter> button to enter the test sub-menu. Use the up and down
buttons to scroll to
SELF
and press the <Enter> button. The ColorPower will
then display
INIT
indicating that it is initializing. After a pause the display will
alternate between
FULL
(a DMX value of 100) and
OPEN
(a DMX value of
0)with all the linked fixtures responding together.
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DMX Programming
A Parameter is a fixture attribute that can be controlled to modify the light beam in
terms of color, beam quality and pattern, intensity, or focus (position). DMX
programming assigns a DMX value to each of the fixture’s parameters. A Cue
(sometimes referred to as a look or a scene) is one combination of parameter
settings. Cues are combined and timing is added to create shows.
Programming a fixture for a DMX link requires each parameter be assigned to a
specific DMX channel in the fixture’s channel range. Channel assignments are based
on the DMX protocol used.
Parameters for each channel are described in the Protocol Tables on page 3-9. DMX
values are given in decimal, percentage and hexadecimal units.
Parameter Descriptions
Control Parameter (ColorPower)
The control parameter allows you to remotely control the ColorPower display
brightness or home units attached to the ColorPower supply.
Homing ColorPower Supply Link Fixtures (ColorPower)
ColorPower and all connected units automatically home when power is initially
applied. You can also home the units remotely using a DMX controller with the
following procedure:
1. Set the ColorPower DMX channel to the appropriate value for the desired unit(s)
(see “ColorPower DMX Protocol Table” on page 3-9) and hold the value static for
at least one second.
2. Return the ColorPower DMX channel to 0 (Safe). The specified unit(s) will home.
Color Parameters (ColorCommand, ColorMerge)
Parameters for Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow use three channels providing variable
saturation from 0 (white) to 255 (maximum saturation).
Beam Angle (ColorCommand)
ColorCommand fixtures allow variable beam control from 0(narrow angle) to 255
Wide angle)
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ColorPower DMX Protocol Table
ColorCommand DMX Protocol Table
ColorMerge DMX Protocol Table
Chan Parameter Description
Value
(dec.)
Value
(%)
Value
(hex)
1 CONTROL
Safe
0-15
0-6 00h-0Fh
Display OFF 16-23 6-9 10h-17h
Display DIM 24-31 9-12 18h-1Fh
Display BRIGHT 32-39 13-15 20h-27h
Reserved 32-63 13-25 20h-3Fh
Home All 64-71 25-28 40h-47h
Home Unit 0 72-79 28-31 48h-4Fh
Home Unit 1 80-87 31-34 50h-57h
Home Unit 2 88-95 35-37 58h-5Fh
Home Unit 3 96-103 38-40 60h-67h
Home Unit 4 104-111 41-44 68h-6Fh
Home Unit 5 112-119 44-47 70h-77h
Home Unit 6 120-127 47-50 78h-7Fh
Home Unit 7 128-135 50-53 80h-87h
Home Unit 8 136-143 53-56 88h-8Fh
Home Unit 9 144-151 57-60 90h-97h
Home Unit 10 152-159 60-62 98h-9Fh
Home Unit 11 160-167 63-66 A0h-A7h
Home Unit 12 168-175 66-69 A8h-AFh
Home Unit 13 176-183 69-72 B0h-B7h
Home Unit 14 184-191 72-75 B8h-BFh
Home Unit 15 192-199 75-78 C0h-C7h
Reserved 200-255 78-100 C8h-FFh
Chan Parameter Description
Valu e
(dec.)
Valu e
(%)
Valu e
(hex)
1 Cyan Cyan (0 = open, 255 = fully saturated)
0-255
0-100 00-FF
2 Magenta Magenta (0 = open, 255 = fully saturated)
0-255
0-100 00-FF
3 Yellow Yellow (0 = open, 255 = fully saturated)
0-255
0-100 00-FF
4 Beam Angle Beam Angle (0 = narrow, 255 = wide)
0-255
0-100 00-FF
Chan Parameter Description
Value
(dec.)
Value
(%)
Value
(hex)
1 Cyan Cyan (0 = open, 255 = fully saturated)
0-255
0-100 00-FF
2 Magenta Magenta (0 = open, 255 = fully saturated)
0-255
0-100 00-FF
3 Yellow Yellow (0 = open, 255 = fully saturated)
0-255
0-100 00-FF
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Appendix A:
Important Safety Information
Warning: For Continued Protection Against Fire
1. This equipment (ColorCommandTM) is designed for use with a Philips #134205 (750W) /
#134213 (800W) lamp only. Use of any other type lamp may be hazardous and may void
the warranty.
2. Do not mount on a flammable surface.
3. Maintain minimum distance of.3 meter (0.98 foot) from combustible materials.
4. Replace fuses only with the specified type and rating.
5. This equipment for connection to branch circuit having a maximum overload protection
of 20 A.
Warning: For Continued Protection Against Electric Shock
1. If this equipment was received without a line cord plug, attach the appropriate line cord
plug according to the following code:
• brown–live
•blue–neutral
• green/yellow–earth
2. As the colours of the cores in the mains lead of this equipment may not correspond with
the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
• the core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the
plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol , or coloured green
or green and yellow.
• the core which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter N or coloured black.
• The core which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter L or coloured red.
3. Class I equipment. This equipment must be earthed.
4. Equipment suitable for dry locations only. Do not expose this equipment to rain or
moisture.
5. Disconnect power before re-lamping or servicing.
6. Refer servicing to qualified personnel; no user serviceable parts inside.
Warning: For Continued Protection Against Exposure To Excessive Ultraviolet (UV)
Radiation
1. Do not operate this equipment without complete lamp enclosure in place or if shields,
lenses, or ultraviolet screens are damaged.
2. Change shields, lenses, or ultraviolet screens if they have become visibly damaged to such
an extent that their effectiveness is impaired, for example by cracks or deep scratches.
3. Never look directly at the lamp while lamp is on.
Warning: For Continued Protection Against Injury To Persons
1. Use secondary safety cable when mounting this fixture.
2. Caution: hot lamp may be an explosion hazard. Do not open for 5 minutes after switching
off. Wear eye and hand protection when re-lamping.
3. Equipment surfaces may reach temperatures up to 100° C (212° F). Allow 5 minutes for
cooling before handling.
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4. Change the lamp if it becomes damaged or thermally deformed.
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Appendice A
Importantes Informations Sur La Sécurité
Mise En Garde: Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les Incendies
1. Cet appareil (ColorCommandTM) est conçu uniquement pour une lampe Philips #134205
(750W) / #134213 (800W). Son utilisation avec tout autre type de lampe peut être
dangereuse et annuler la garantie.
2. Ne pas monter les lampes sur une surface inflammable.
3. Maintenir à une distance minimum de 0.3 mètre de matières inflammables.
4. Ne remplacer les fusibles qu'avec des modèles et valeurs assignées recommandés.
5. Cet appareil de connection au circuit comporte une protection contre les surcharges de 20 A.
Mise En Garde: Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les Chocs Électriques
1. Si cet équipement est livré sans prise de cable, veuillez connecter la prise de cable
correcte selon le code suivant:
• marron - phase
• bleu - neutre
• vert/jaune - terre
2. Débrancher le courant avant de changer les lampes ou d'effectuer des réparations.
3. Cet équipement doit être uniquement utilisé dans des endroits secs. Ne pas l'exposer à la
pluie ou l'humidité.
4. À l'intérieur de l'équipement il n'y a pas de pièces remplaçables par l' utilisateur. Confiez
l'entretien à un personnel qualifié.
5. Equipement de Classe I. Cet équipement doit être mis à la terre.
Mise En Garde: Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Des Expositions Excessives
Aux Rayons Ultra Violets (UV)
1. Ne pas utiliser cet appareil si le boîtier de la lampe n'est pas complètement fixé ou si les
blindages, lentilles, ou écrans ultraviolets sont endommagés.
2. Changer les blindages ou les écrans ultraviolets s'ils sont visiblement endommagés au
point que leur efficacité aient été altérée, par exemple par des fissures ou de profondes
égratignures.
3. Ne jamais regarder directement la lampe quand celle ci est allumée.
Mise En Garde: Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les Blessures Corporelles
1. Lors de l'assemblage, utiliser un câble de sécurité secondaire.
2. AVERTISSEMENT: les lampes chaudes comportent un risque d'explosion. Après l'avoir
éteinte, attendre 5 minutes avant de la dégager. Lors du remplacement de la lampe, une
protection des yeux et des mains est requise.
3. Les surfaces de l'appareil peuvent atteindre des températures de 100 C. Laisser refroidir
pendant 5 minutes avant la manipulation.
4. Changer la lampe si elle est endommagée ou thermiquement déformée.
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Anhang A
Wichtige Hinweise Für Ihre Sicherheit
Warnung: Zum Schutz Vor Brandgefahr
1. Dieses Gerät (ColorCommandTM) ist nur für den Gebrauch mit einer Philips #134205
(750W) / #134213 (800W) Lampe . Der Gebrauch irgend eines anderen Lampentyps
könnte Sie gefährden und Ihre Garantie außer Kraft setzen.
2. Das Gerät nie auf einer feuergefährlichen Fläche montieren.
3. Stets einen Mindestabstand von 0.3 Meter zu brennbaren Materialien einhalten.
4. Zum Ersatz nur Sicherungen verwenden, die dem vorgeschriebenen Typ und Nennwert
entsprechen.
5. Dieses Gerät darf nur an eine Zweigleitung mit einem Überlastungsschutz von höchstens
20 A angeschlossen werden.
Warnung: Zum Schutz Gegen Gefährliche Körperströme
1. Wenn dieses Gerät ohne einen Netzkabelstecker erhalten wurde, ist der entsprechende
Netzkabelstecker entsprechend dem folgenden Code anzubringen:
• Braun - Unter Spannung stehend
•Blau - Neutral
• Grün/Gelb - Erde
2. Vor dem Austauschen von Lampen oder vor Wartungsarbeiten stets den Netzstecker
ziehen.
3. Diese Geräte sind nur zum Einbau in trockenen Lagen bestimmt und müssen vor Regen
und Feuchtigkeit geschützt werden.
4. Servicearbeiten sollten nur von Fachpersonal ausgeführt werden. Das Gerät enthält keine
wartungsbedürftigen Teile.
5. Dieses Gerät gehört zur Klasse I. Dieses Gerät muß geerdet werden.
Warnung: Zum Schutz Gegen Übermässige Ultraviolett (UV)-Bestrahlung
1. Benutzen Sie dieses Gerät nur, wenn das komplette Lampengehäuse fest eingebaut ist;
ebenfalls dürfen keine der Schutzabdeckungen, Linsen oder der UV-Schutz
Beschädigungen aufweisen.
2. Die Schutzabdeckungen, Linsen und der UV-Schutz müssen ausgewechselt werden,
wenn sie sichtlich dermaßen beschädigt sind, daß sie ihre Wirksamkeit einbüßen, z.B.
infolge von Rissen oder tiefen Kratzern.
3. Nie direkt in die eingeschaltete Lampe schauen.
Warnung: Zum Schutz Vor Verletzungen
1. Verwenden Sie bei der Installation des Beleuchtungskörpers ein zusätzliches
Sicherheitskabel.
2. VORSICHT: Bei einer heiße Lampe besteht Explosionsgefahr. Nach dem Abschalten der
Netzspannung sollten Sie etwa 5 Minuten warten, bevor Sie das Lampengehäuse öffnen.
Schützen Sie beim Auswechseln der Lampen Ihre Hände und tragen Sie eine
Schutzbrille.
3. Die Oberflächen des Gerätes können Temperaturen bis zu 100 C erreichen. Vor dem
Anfassen stets 5 Minuten lang abkühlen lassen.
4. Falls die Lampe beschädigt oder durch Wärmeeinwirkung verformt ist, muß sie
ausgewechselt werden.
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Apéndice A
Información Importante De Seguridad
Advertencia: Para Protección Continua Contra Incendios
1. Este equipo (ColorCommandTM) está diseñado para utilizarse únicamente con la lámpara
Philips #134205 (750W) / #134213 (800W). El uso de cualquier otro tipo de lámpara
puedá resultar peligroso, y puedá anular la garantía.
2. No monte el equipo sobre una superficie inflamable.
3. Mantenga una distancia mínima de materiales combustibles de 0.3 metro.
4. Cambie los fusibles únicamente por otros que sean del tipo y la clasificación
especificadas.
5. Este equipo debe conectarse a un circuito que tenga una protección máxima contra una
sobrecargas de 20 A.
Advertencia: Para La Protección Continua Contra Electrocuciones
1. Si se recibió este equipo sin el conector de alimentacion, monte usted el conector correcto
según ia clave siguente:
• moreno - vivo
• azul - neutral
• verde/amarillo - tierra
2. Desconecte el suministro de energía antes de cambiar lámparas o prestar servicio de
reparación.
3. Este equipo esta disenado para usarce en lugares secos no lo exponga a la lluvia o
humedad.
4. Derive el servicio de reparación de este equipo al personal calificado. El interior no
contiene repuestos que puedan ser reparados por el usuario.
5. Equipo de Clase I. Este equipo debe conectarse a tierra.
Advertencia: Para Protección Continua Contra La Exposición A Radiación Ultravioleta
(UV) Excesiva
1. No opere este equipo sin tener colocada en su lugar la caja protectora completa de la
lámpara o bien, si el blindaje, los lentes o las pantallas ultravioletas están dañadas.
2. Cambie el blindaje, los lentes o las pantallas ultravioleta si nota una avería visible, a tal
grado que su eficacia se vea comprometida. Por ejemplo, en el caso de grietas o rayaduras
profundas.
3. Jamás mire directamente a la lámpara mientras ésta esté encendida.
Advertencia: Para Protección Continua Contra Lesiones Corporales
1. Almontareste sparato ulilize un cable de seguridad secundario.
2. Precaución: una lámpara caliente puede constituir un peligro de explosión. No la habra
por 5 minutos luego de haberla apagado. Lleve puestos, un protector ocular, y guantes al
cambiar lá lámparas.
3. Las superficies del equipo pueden alcanzar temperaturas máximas de 100° grados
centígrados. Deje que se enfríen por 5 minutos antes de tocarlas.
4. Cambie la lámpara si ésta se avería o deformada por acción térmica.
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Appendice A
Importanti Informazioni Di Sicurezza
Avvertenza: Per Prevenire Incendi
1. Questa apparecchiatura (ColorCommandTM) è stata progettata per l'uso esclusivo con
lampada Philips #134205 (750W) / #134213 (800W). L'uso di qualsiasi altro tipo di
lampada può essere pericoloso e può annullare la garanzia.
2. Da non montare sopra una superficie infiammabile.
3. Mantenere l' apparecchio a un minimo di 0.3 metri (0.98 piedi) di distanza dai materiali
combustibili.
4. Sostituire i fusibili usando soltanto quelli del tipo e della taratura adatta.
5. Questa apparecchiatura e' da collegarsi ad un circuito con una protezione da sovraccarico
massima di 20 ampere.
Avvertenza: Per Prevenire Le Scosse Elettriche
1. Se questa apparecchiatura è stata consegnata senza una spina del cavo di alimentazione,
collegare la spina appropriata del cavo di alimentazione in base ai seguenti codici:
•marrone - fase
•blu - neutro
•verde/giallo - terra
2. Disconnettere la corrente prima di cambiare la lampada o prima di eseguire qualsiasi
riparazione.
3. Questo apparecchio deve essere utilizzato in ambienti secchi. Non deve essere esposto a
pioggia o montato in luoghi umidi.
4. Per qualsiasi riparazione rivolgersi al personale specializzato. L' utente non deve riparare
nessuna parte dentro l' unita'.
5. Aparecchio di Classe I. Questa apparecchiatura deve essere messa a terra.
Avvertenza: Protezione Contro Le Radiazioni Dei Raggi Ultravioletti
Non usare questa apparecchiatura se il sistema di chiusura della lampada non e' completo o se
gli schermi, le lenti, o gli schermi ultravioletti si sono visibilmente danneggiati di maniera tale
che la loro efficacia sia stata ridotta --- ad esempio, se vi sono visibili spaccature o graffi
profondi. Mai guardare direttamente verso la lampada quando sia accesa.
Avvertenza: Per Non Ferire Ad Altre Persone
1. Montare questo apparecchio utilizzando il cavo secondario di sicurezza.
2. Avvertenza: la lampada calda potrebbe esplodere. Spegnerla per 5 minuti prima di
aprirla. Usare protezioni per le mani e per gli occhi prima di cambiare la lampada.
3. Le superfici della apparecchiatura possono arrivare a temperature di 100 gradi
centrigradi (212 gradi f). Aspettare 5 minuti prima di maneggiare.
4. Cambiare la lampada se si e' danneggia o se si e' deformata dal calore.
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Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation
Advarsel: Beskyttelse mod elektrisk chock.
VIGTIGT!
LEDEREN MED GUL/GROEN ISOLATION MAA KUN TILSLUTTES KLEMME MAERKET
ELLER .
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Appendix B:
ColorCommand Installation
ColorCommand Setup
The ColorCommand fixture ships with the following items:
• ColorCommand fixture (with attached yoke)
• One power cord (without a cord cap)
• Declaration of Conformity
Installing the Lamp
The ColorCommand fixture ships without a lamp. Use the following procedure to install
a lamp in a new fixture. or to replace a lamp.
Warnings: Disconnect power before lamping or servicing.
An operating, unshielded lamp emits ultraviolet and visible (UV-vis)
radiation which could damage eyes and skin. Whenever you are
working on or near an exposed lamp, wear protective eye gear. Never
look directly at the lamp while the lamp is on.
Hot lamp. Let the lamp cool before replacing.
Caution: This equipment is designed for use with a Philips® Halogen Biplanar
lamp only. Using any other type lamp may be hazardous and will void
the warranty.
Disconnect power before re-lamping. Replace the lamp if it becomes
damaged or thermally deformed.
To install a lamp in a new fixture, or replace a
lamp in an existing fixture:
1. Perform this procedure before you connect
the fixture to power.
2. Put on protective eye wear and gloves.
3. Access the lamp cap on the rear lamp socket
housing and loosen the two thumbscrews.
4. Gently remove the socket housing from the
reflector mount, exposing the lamp as shown
in Figure B-1.
5. Remove the lamp from the socket housing.
Figure B-1 Removing the lamp
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6. The lamp assembly is connected to the fixture by lamp socket wires. Support the
lamp assembly while inserting the lamp. Do not allow the lamp socket wires to
support the weight of the lamp assembly.
7. Remove all packaging materials from the new
Philips 800W max lamp.
8. Holding the new lamp by its base, gently press
the two base pins straight into the lamp socket
until the lamp is firmly seated as shown in
Figure B-2.
Note: To avoid premature lamp failure, do not
touch the lamp glass. If you touch the glass,
clean the lamp glass carefully with rubbing
alcohol and a clean, lint-free cloth.
9. Gently replace the lamp socket housing on the reflector mount and tighten the
thumbscrews.
Caution: Improperly-installed lamps cause premature lamp failure and socket
problems.
Make sure the lamp socket wires are not wrapped around the lamp or
trapped while reinserting the lamp assembly.
Installing a Power Cord Cap
ColorCommand fixtures ships with a power cord without a cord cap. Different locations
(even within the same country) may require a different power cord cap to connect the
fixture to a power outlet.
Because of the variety of power cord caps used worldwide, High End Systems, Inc.
cannot make specific recommendations for the power cord cap.
Contact a local authority for the type of power cord cap needed. When installing the
power cord cap, note that the cores in the mains lead are colored in accordance with the
following code:
• green and yellow = earth
• blue = neutral
• brown = live
Warning: Class 1 equipment - This equipment must be earthed.
Installing a Line Cord Cap - U.K. Only
In the United Kingdom, the colours of the cores in the mains lead of this equipment may
not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in the fixture’s plug.
Therefore, install a line cord cap in accordance with the following code:
Figure B-2 Installing the lamp
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• The core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the plug
terminal which is marked with the letter “E,” or by the earth symbol , or
coloured green, or green and yellow.
• The core which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter “N” or coloured black.
• The core which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter “L” or coloured red.
Warning: Class 1 equipment - This equipment must be earthed.
Vatic Fitter Heads Information - Danmark
Advarsel: Beskyttelse mod elektrisk chock.
Vigtigt!
Lederne med gul/groen isolation maa kun tilsluttes en klemme maerket
Mounting a ColorCommand Fixture
This section describes mounting procedures for a ColorCommand Fixture. For
information on mounting a ColorPower supply, see Chapter 2. For information on
mounting Source Four fixtures fitted with ColorMerge modules, consult the
documentation for your Source Four fixture.
You can mount the ColorCommand fixture in any orientation suspended from a support
system (such as a truss) or standing on it’s yoke on a stable surface.
Mounting Considerations
Before mounting the ColorCommand fixture on a truss or another type of support, do all
of the following:
• Verify the truss or support will handle the combined weight of all the devices on the
truss.
• High End Systems strongly recommends using safety cables to attach any of its
fixtures to a truss. You can order safety cables from your High End Systems dealer/
distributor (see “Optional Accessories” on page 1-7).
• You must supply your own clamps to attach the ColorCommand fixture to the
support. Verify that the clamp(s) you use are capable of supporting the weight of the
unit. Each ColorCommand weighs 20 lbs. You can order cheeseboroughs for a twoinch truss from your High End Systems dealer/distributor (see “Optional
Accessories” on page 1-7).
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• Make sure the ColorCommand fixture cannot be rotated all the way around (360o).
Allowing a unit to rotate 360
o
could loosen the clamp mounting bolts.
Note: Because of the variety of conceivable lighting designs, you should consider the
procedure below as a suggested guideline only. High End Systems, Inc. cannot
make specific recommendations for your particular lighting design or venue.
Before mounting the ColorCommand fixture, heed the warnings below to guard against
personal injury and damage to the fixture.
Warning: This equipment for connection to a branch circuit having a maximum
overload protection of 20 A.
Class I Equipment - This fixture must be earthed.
Mount the power supply and fixtures in a location that is away from
direct heat and protected from moisture. Do not mount on a flammable
surface.
For pluggable equipment, the socket outlet shall be installed near the
equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Use a secondary safety cable when mounting the fixtures.
Caution: Do not remove top cover of the ColorCommand fixture or attempt to
service unit while attached to rigging or truss.
Mounting a ColorCommand Fixture
To mounta ColorCommand fixture to a truss or another type of support:
• Attach a suitable clamp through one of the holes on top of the yoke. If you are
attaching one clamp, use the middle hole on the yoke. If you are attaching 2 clamps
per fixture, attach one clamp to each of the outer holes on the yoke. Use two locking
washers per clamp when attaching the clamp to the yoke.
• Always stand on a firm, stable surface when mounting a fixture to its support. The
fixture should be at a height where you can comfortably work on it, and should
either be resting on a stable surface or held in a stable manner.
• Tighten the clamp(s) firmly to the yoke and to the support.
• Loop one or more suitable safety cables around the support and the yoke.
Caution: After mounting the fixtures, inspect all connected cables to ensure
that the cables are properly routed away from any hot surface.
Do not mount ColorCommand above or next to a hot fixture closer
than 1 ft (.3 m).
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Powering On
Caution: Do not power on the fixture until verifying that the line cord cap is
suitable for the power source in your location.
Warning: This equipment for connection to a branch circuit having a maximum
overload protection of 20 A.
Before powering on any ColorCommand fixture, complete the following:
• Make sure the lamp is installed as described in “Installing the Lamp” on page
B-1.
• Make sure the appropriate power cord cap is installed as described in “Installing
a Power Cord Cap” on page B-2.
• Make sure the rotary switch on all fixtures has been set as described in “Unit
Addressing” on page 2-3.
• Make sure ColorPower is linked appropriately to all fixtures in the fixture link as
described in “Setting up the Power Supply Link” on page 2-2.
At this point it is safe to connect ColorCommand fixtures to power.
Note: ColorCommand fixtures use a thermal protection relay. A ColorCommand fixture
must have a 4-pin XLR Color Changer cable connected or the lamp will not turn
on.
ColorCommand Maintenance
ColorCommand fixtures have no user-serviceable parts inside. If your fixture requires
maintenance, contact customer support (see “Contacting High End Systems®” on page
ii).
Cleaning the ColorCommand Lens
Warnings: Disconnect power and turn power switch off before servicing.
Equipment surfaces may reach temperatures up to 67° C (153° F).
Allow the fixture to cool before handling.
Clean the front ColorCommand lens using a mild glass cleaner (containing no ammonia)
and a soft, lint-free cotton cloth.
Replacing the ColorCommand Lamp
For information on replacing the lamp in a ColorCommand fixture, see “Installing the
Lamp” on page B-1.
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Appendix C:
ColorMerge Installation
ColorMerge Setup
The ColorMerge module ships with the following items:
• ColorMerge product
• Declaration of Conformity
Adding a ColorMerge Module to a Source Four Fixture
Warning: INTENSE HEAT. AVOID CONTACT BY PERSONS AND MATERIALS.
Warning: CHALEUR INTENSE. ÉVITER TOUT CONTACT ET TENIR TOUTE
MATIÈRE À L’ÉCART.
Perform this procedure
before
you connect the fixture to power. Refer to Figure C-1 as you
complete these steps. To install a ColorMerge moduld in a Source Four ellipsoidal fixture:
1. Remove the front
barrel assembly of
the Source Four
ellipsoidal fixture
by loosening the
thumbscrew and
the Philips set
screw located
above and
beneath the lens
barrel. You must
rotate the barrel
assembly until it
releases from the
mounting tabs
located in the rear
housing assembly.
2. Insert the ColorMerge module into the Source Four rear housing assembly by
aligning the mounting tabs into the rear-locking ring of the ColorMerge module. You
must rotate the ColorMerge module until the Source Four mounting tabs are
captured in the ColorMerge locking ring channels.
Retainer bolt
Yoke
Yoke locking knob
Barrel rotation knob
Barrel
Reflector housing
Safety cable mount
Figure C-1 Installing ColorMerge
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3. Adjust the ColorMerge module to the desired orientation. You can rotate ColorMerge
180° to any angle on the Source Four rear housing assembly. This enables you to
stack the fixtures close to each other or fit a fixture into a confined space.
4. Tighten the thumbscrew and Philips set screw to lock the module onto the Source
Four fixture.
Caution: The Source Four fixture with a ColorMerge module installed must be
mounted or suspended so that the electronics housing of the
ColorMerge module is never above the Source Four fixture (see Figure
C-2).
5. Insert the front barrel assembly onto the front locking
ring of the ColorMerge
module, engaging the barrel
assembly into the ColorMerge
locking ring channels.
6. Adjust the front barrel
assembly to the desired
orientation and tighten the
thumbscrew and Philips set
screw to lock the front barrel
assembly to the ColorMerge
module.
7. Mount the unit using safety
cable at the mounting
location.
Optimizing Performance
Soft Edge Beam
For optimum performance from ColorMerge and the Source Four when you need a soft
edge always move the lens tube out (i.e. away from the lamphouse) from the focus point,
not towards.
Beam Adjustment
The fitting of ColorMerge will slightly alter the flat field adjustment of the Source Four.
This is easily corrected using the two concentric adjustment knobs located on the rear of
the Source Four lamp housing. The controls allow you to align the lamp and adjust its
field. The outer knob centers the lamp within the reflector while the inner knob adjusts
the lamp's field.
1. Turn on the Source Four and aim it at a flat surface.
2. Unlock and loosen the outer knob by turning it counterclockwise.
Electronics Housing
180
o
Rotation-
Safety cable mounting location
Figure C-2 Mounting Orientation and Range of Travel
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3. Gently move the outer knob from side to side and up and down until the lamp is
centered within the reflector.
4. Once the lamp is centered, turn the outer knob clockwise to lock it in place.
5. Turn the inner knob either clockwise or counterclockwise to achieve an optimum flat
field. To correct for adding ColorMerge this knob should be turned clockwise from
its original position.
Transporting the ColorMerge Module
Caution: Insure that all color mixing filters are in the fully closed position
before shipping or transporting to prevent glass from breaking.
Cleaning the ColorMerge Dichorics
Warnings:Disconnect power and turn power switch off before servicing.
Equipment surfaces may reach temperatures up to 67° C (153° F).
Allow the fixture to cool before handling.
Clean the Dichroic glass using a mild glass cleaner (containing no ammonia) and a soft,
lint-free cotton cloth.
Caution: Serious damage can occur to the optical system due to lamp explosion.
If a lamp breaks in the Source Four fixture, inspect the ColorMerge
module for broken filters or loose glass particles. The ColorMerge
module may require internal service to clean out any loose or broken
glass.
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