Operation Manual - Colorverse Led Stage Lighting

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1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r Model: MP54 ® ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT INFORMATION Unpacking your fixture 3. Photometrics 3. Product dimensions 3. Specifications 4. Safety precautions 4. Product features 5. BluControl™ software features 5. Product overview 6. DMX PRIMER Understanding DMX512 7. Working with DMX controllers 7. Assigning a DMX start address 7. Types of controllers 7. Understanding controller vs. fixture channels 8. Grouping fixtures 9. DMX address overlap 9. INSTALLATION Mounting the fixture 10. Safety cable 10. Clamps 10. DMX linking 11. DMX signal polarity 11. DMX cabling tips 12. Powering your fixture 13. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Getting started BluControl™ menu map basic (default settings) 14. BluControl™ panel basics 16. BluControl™ panel in detail 18. High temperature protection 22. DMX channel protocol 23. Creating custom colors 24. Creating great whites 24. 16 bit dimming delay 25. Master / Slave mode 26. About macros 26. 15. Troubleshooting 28. Maintenance / Fuse Replacement 30. Warranty & Returns 31. ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved: All information contained within this manual including drawings and photographs are copyrighted property of Colorverge, Inc. and Alpha Studios, Inc. 2. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r UNPACK AND INSPECT YOUR FIXTURE This fixture has been thoroughly tested and shipped in proper working condition. Upon arrival check the contents of your package and make sure there is no damage due to shipping. If you discover damage, contact the shipping company immediately, then contact Colorverse® Lighting. We recommend you test your new fixture prior to installation. If you find damage or failure, this will eliminate the need to uninstall the fixture. In the event your fixture may need warranty work, you will need to return it in adequate packaging. For this reason, we recommend you do not discard the box and packing material. Failure to ship the fixture back in proper packaging can potentially void warranty. IF YOU ARE NEW TO DMX LIGHTING, we recommend that you read the section ‘DMX Primer’ in this document. This information will help you to better understand many of the topics discussed within this manual. Please read this entire manual prior to operating your fixture. WHAT’S INCLUDED: - One MiniPar™54 Fixture - One locking AC power cable - One steel safety cable with D-ring Always install the included safety cable PHOTOMETRICS Standard 25° Medium Wash Beam Angle Lux measurements at 100% rgb .5m (1.7 ft) 0m 1.4m (4.3 ft) This chart shows how the beam will spread at varying distances from the fixture. Beam angle refers to the angle between the two planes of light where the intensity is 50% of the maximum intensity at center beam. 3m (9.84 ft) 1255 lux 1m (3.28 ft) 10,095 lux PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Safety Eyebolt 6.5 16.51cm 9.45 24cm 6 15.24cm 7 17.78cm ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 8.5 21.59cm 3. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r SPECIFICATIONS High-output 12 x 3-watt RGB LEDs, 54 watts total BluControl™ Operating Software: Ultra smooth 16-bit dimming (zero dimming-jitter or scan issues) Variable speed fan for long fan-life and near silent operation LCD display panel for easy address and mode changes High-temperature protection circuit, to extend lamp life (with F° temp display) 3, 5, or 8 DMX channel mode options Stand alone programs: Auto Color, Gradual Fade, Audio DMX controllable mic sensitivity Hours-of-use timer Global calibration of red, green, and blue intensity In/Out lockable power connectors for power-linking fixtures (12, MP54 fixtures max) Whisper-quiet, dual cross ventilating cooling system Metal DMX input/output connectors Dual-yoke handle doubles as a floor stand for uplighting Locking control panel display to prevent accidental changes Lux: 10,095 @ 1m | 1255 @ 3m Medium beam angle: 25° (Opt. 15°, 45°) Field angle: 35° LED lifespan 100,000 hours (to >75% luminous, figures obtained by manf. tests) Power 120V, 60Hz: | Current: 68W, .55 Amp operating AC power: Auto switching 100V-240V 50/60Hz Weight: 4 lbs., 1.8Kg | Size: 6.8 in. x 7 in. (see drawing on page 3) IP20 Ingress protection, indoor use only SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: Do not look directly into the lighting fixture which may cause eye injury and/or epileptic seizures This fixture is designed for indoor use only, do not expose to moisture or submerge in liquid Do not attempt to open and service or alter this fixture, while under warranty this light should only be serviced or repaired by a authorized Colorverse Lighting repair technician Installation of the fixture should only be completed by a qualified person in accordance with related local codes A periodic safety inspection should be completed to assure all hardware is secure and mounting is safe for use Improper installation can result in serious bodily injury Do not mount in areas where unauthorized persons can handle or manipulate this fixture Make sure the mounting surface or truss can adequately support the fixture prior to mounting This fixture must have a secondary safety device installed (such as the included safety cable) properly rated for this fixture Be sure to have a qualified electrician perform all electrical connections Complete all installation procedures prior to plugging in power cord Keep fixtures away from flammable objects by at least 2 feet (.6 meters) Do not Power-Link more than (12) MiniPar 54™ fixtures in a single chain (8 amperes max) Disclaimer: Colorverse, Inc. makes efforts to ensure information in this manual is accurate, however it makes no guarantee or warranty of this information and assumes no liability arising from misinformation contained within. This manual may be updated without notice to the user. ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 4. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r PRODUCT FEATURES The MiniPar™54 is the brightest compact LED par in its class. It weighs less than 4 lbs. with a front profile of only 6 inches. Loaded with 18 x 3-watt RGB lamps, it boasts more than 10,000 lux. The output is comparable to a 500 watt halogen par 64. The MiniPar™54 is more than just a pretty face, it’s equipped with pro-level features not found in other LED pars in its price range – 16 bit dimming, LCD display, and locking in/out power connectors, dual cross-ventilating fans... just to name a few. The ultra-smooth dimming and flicker-free operation make this light perfect for band stages, houses of worship, theaters, nightclubs, and architectural lighting. The 25° degree optics produce a medium wash (optional 15° or 45°), making this fixture the right choice for a for a variety of applications. For ease of programming, it features an LCD display with auto-locking buttons to prevent accidental mode changes. The whisper-quiet, dual cross ventilating internal fans will keep the fixture cool to ensure a long and reliable service life. Locking Power Connectors This is a pro-level feature you wont find on many LED pars – Lockable input/output power connectors with the ability to daisy-chain power your fixtures. BluControl™ OPERATING SOFTWARE Developed by Colorverse ® , BluControl™ is the brain of our intelligent lighting fixtures. Extremely powerful with many advanced functions, it’s amazingly easy to use. All Colorverse® stage pars are equipped with BluControl™, so learn to navigate the software on any Colorverse® fixture and you’ll instantly be familiar with all our fixtures. Intelligent lighting – simplified. 16-bit Dimming In the past, traditional halogen pars have had an advantage over most LED pars when it comes to smooth dimming and cross-fading. This is due to the fact that halogen pars use analogue dimming, and most LED pars use a digital 8-bit digital dimming processor. Since there are only 256 increments of dimming with 8-bit, you can see jittering artifacts when dimming. This is especially evident when the dimming is close to off (DMX values 000 - 025) We’ve solved that problem with our new 16-bit dimming processor. With thousands of incremental dimming steps, the MiniPar™54 produces butter-smooth dimming and cross-fades that rival the analogue halogen pars. Also, we’ve added a dedicated ‘Dimming Delay’ channel. You’ll find this feature useful for dramatic, time-delayed ‘fade off’, ‘fade on’ and ‘cross-fades’. See the chapter in this manual entitled 16 Bit Dimming for more info. LCD The BluControl™ liquid crystal display provides more information and is much easier to read than the 4-digit displays you’ll find on most LED pars. Changes to modes and addresses is a breeze. Variable Speed Fan The advanced fan circuit offers three options: AUTO (default), LOW and HIGH. The fan velocity can auto-range from silent to high-volume cooling. Other benefits are extended fan life, long lamp life and reduced need for regular cleaning, due to dust and smoke debris build up. High Temperature Protection This valuable feature included in BluControl™ will ensure the long life of your LED lamps and protect from overheat failure and color degradation. The over-sized heat sink temperature can be monitored in the display “Temp” mode at any time. Color Calibrate A near infinite choice of colors can be created directly from the fixture with no need for a DMX controller. Timer A handy "hours of use" timer lets you know how many hours the fixture has operated. This is useful for service and maintenance (fan cleaning, etc). Load Defaults This convenient option recalls the factory defaults in one step. ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 5. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r PRODUCT FEATURES Knob clutch washer Yoke adjustment knob DMX Signal Indicator Lamp BluControl™ LCD Display panel Dual yoke handle Ventilation ports Locking power input Locking power output DMX input DMX output Safety eyebolt Fuse Microphone ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 6. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r DMX PRIMER UNDERSTANDING DMX512 DMX512 is a universal protocol for digital communication used to control lighting systems. It allows all DMX equipped lighting fixtures (from different manufactures) to all operate together using a “common language”. The DMX controller is the ‘brain’ of the network and is used to send instructions to the fixtures through a DMX cable. This allows the lighting director to control all of the fixture’s features from a single location (via the DMX controller). The value range for each DMX channel is always 000 (off) - 255 (full on). There are a total of 512 DMX channels per universe. Most lighting networks contain only one universe, however complex systems can contain several universes each with 512 channels. WORKING WITH DMX CONTROLLERS The DMX network consists of a controller, multiple fixtures, and is always wired in a "series" style chain. The controller connects to the fixture 1 "In-connector" then the fixture 1 "Out-connector" plugs into the fixture 2 "In-connector" and so on... In the example below, the 4 fixtures will operate independent of each other since they all have unique “start addresses” 001, 017, 033, 049 (start address is covered in the next section). Out In Out In 001 DMX Controller Fixture 1 Out Out In 017 033 049 Fixture 2 Fixture 3 Fixture 4 Always use a 120 ohm 1/4w DMX terminator on the last fixture in the chain ASSIGNING A FIXTURE’S “START ADDRESS” In order for a DMX controller to communicate with fixtures, each fixture must be assigned a DMX “start address”. This is the numerical address in which the corresponding fixture will listen to the controller. There are 512 available starting addresses. You assign the start address to each fixture by using the control panel (on each fixture). Before you can set the starting address on your fixtures, you must determine what starting addresses are available on your controller. Types of Controllers Most hardware-based controllers have preset starting addresses for each fixture button and cannot be changed. However, if you are using a software-based controller, you should be able to choose your starting addresses for each fixture or fixture group (fixture grouping covered in next chapter). The drawing below illustrates a typical hardware-based controller with preset starting addresses. Hardware-based DMX controller If you are using a hardware-based DMX controller, you will need to refer to its operation manual to determine the preset starting addresses for each fixture button. In this example, the controller has 16 available channels for each fixture. So the starting addresses are simply (001) add 16 (017) add 16 (033) add 16 (049) and so on. 1 2 3 4 5 6 001 017 033 049 065 081 and so on... (starting addresses) Keep in mind it does not matter the order of the fixtures within the chain. The DMX start address 001 does not have to be the first address in the chain. It can be at the start, the middle or the end. If you assign each fixture with a unique start address, the controller can operate the fixtures independent of each other. You can also assign the same starting address to multiple fixtures - called “Grouping Fixtures” (see drawing example on the next page). This will allow those fixtures to work as a group and they will all respond the same to controller commands. ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 7. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r DMX PRIMER (continued) UNDERSTANDING “CONTROLLER CHANNELS” VS. “FIXTURE CHANNELS” It can be confusing to understand the difference between a controller’s channels, the fixture’s channels and the relationship of both. Hardware based DMX controllers typically allocate a group of channels per fixture. For example, a 192 channel controller will allocate 16 channels per fixture, for 12 fixtures maximum. (16 x 12 = 192). This means each fixture button on the controller can control up to 16 channels within a given fixture (or fixture group). Lighting fixtures also have channels, referred to as “fixture channels” (e.g. 1 - Dimmer, 2 - Red, 3 - Green, 4 - Blue, etc). Example: Lets say we are using a hardware-based controller with 16 (channels) x 12 (fixtures) , and we want to use a par 64 stage light that has only 5 fixture channels (1. Dimmer, 2. Red, 3. Green, 4. Blue, 5. Strobe), the remaining 11 controller channels are not used within that fixture button, they are wasted (see drawing example below). Conversely, if you try to operate a moving head fixture containing 24 channels, you will not be able to control all the fixture channels with a 16 channel controller. Channels 17 - 24 will be unusable with this 16 channel controller, you will need to use a controller with 24 (or more) “controller channels” per fixture (such as a software-based controller). Software-based controllers allow complete custom mapping of channels/fixtures to avoid unused controller channels described above. Software-based controllers are the most flexible regarding this issue and allow you to allocate the number of controller channels you need per fixture. Please refer to the drawing below and reread this chapter if you are not clear on the difference between fixture channels vs. controller channels. You will need to know the difference before you can build your DMX network of lights. DMX CONTROLLER CONTROLLER CHANNELS FA D E R S 1 2 3 4 5 FIXTURES Ch 1. Ch 2. Ch 3. Ch 4. Ch 5. Ch 6. Ch 7. Ch 8. Ch 9. Ch 10. Ch 11. Ch 12. Ch 13. Ch 14. Ch 15. Ch 16. DMX CONTROLLER CONTROLLER CHANNELS FA D E R S 1 2 3 4 FIXTURES 5 Ch 17. Ch 18. Ch 19. Ch 20. Ch 21. Ch 22. Ch 23. Ch 24. Ch 25. Ch 26. Ch 27. Ch 28. Ch 29. Ch 30. Ch 31. Ch 32. > Example 1 - Par 64, Start Address 001 FIXTURE CHANNELS Ch 1. Ch 2. Ch 3. Ch 4. Ch 5. Ch 6. Ch 7. Ch 8. Ch 9. Ch 10. Ch 11. Ch 12. Ch 13. Ch 14. Ch 15. Ch 16. With fixture button 1 depressed, the controller’s faders will control all aspects of the fixture assigned to fixture 1. In this case, start address 001. This controller allows up to 16 channels to be used on each fixture, however this par 64 light only uses 5 fixture channels, therefore channels 6 - 16 go unused. Dimmer Red Green Blue Strobe unused unused unused unused unused unused unused unused unused unused unused . Note: Fixture channel 1 (Dimmer) corresponds to controller channel 1. Fixture channel 2 (Red) corresponds to controller channel 2 ...and so on. Example 2 - Moving Head, Start Address 017 FIXTURE > CHANNELS Ch 1. Ch 2. Ch 3. Ch 4. Ch 5. Ch 6. Ch 7. Ch 8. Ch 9. Ch 10. Ch 11. Ch 12. Ch 13. Ch 14. Ch 15. Ch 16. Pan Pan fine Tilt Tilt fine Speed Dimmer Red Green Blue Macros Vector Movement Gobos unused unused unused . With fixture button 2 depressed, the controller’s faders will control all aspects of the fixture assigned to fixture 2. In this case, start address 017. Since the moving head in this example uses only 13 fixture channels, there are 3 unused channels on the controller (14 - 16) Note: Fixture channel 1 (Pan) corresponds to controller channel 17. Fixture channel 2 (Pan fine) corresponds to controller channel 18...and so on. If we were to continue this example, the next fixture (#3) would start at address 33....and so on. Just remember that each fixture button on your controller will have an assigned group of channels that will correspond to the available channels in each fixture. You must refer to your controller’s manual to determine the start address for each fixture. Exception: Software based controllers offer custom mapping of the start addresses, so there are no wasted channels as there are when using a hardware based controller. ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 8. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r DMX PRIMER (continued) UNDERSTANDING “CONTROLLER CHANNELS” VS. “FIXTURE CHANNELS” (continued) The drawing below offers a linear view of the relationship between the controllers DMX channels and the fixtures DMX channels and why each fixture needs a ‘Start Address’. In the example below we are using a par 64, with 6 fixture channels, controlled by a software-based controller (allowing custom mapping of start address). Continues up to 512 A001 Fixture 1 starting address 001 A007 A013 A019 A025 Fixture 2 starting address 007 Fixture 3 starting address 013 Fixture 4 starting address 019 Fixture 3 starting address 025 6 Macros 5 Strobe 4 Blue 3 Green 2 Red 1 Dimmer 6 Macros 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 5 Strobe 4 Blue 3 Green 2 Red 1 Dimmer 6 Macros 5 Strobe 4 Blue 3 Green 2 Red 1 Dimmer 6 Macros 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 5 Strobe 4 Blue 9 10 3 Green 8 2 Red 7 1 Dimmer 6 6 Macros 5 5 Strobe 4 4 Blue 3 3 Green 2 2 Red 1 Dimmer 1 Controller Channels Fixture Channels GROUPING FIXTURES DMX lighting systems can be configured in many ways. The most basic network could be a group of Par lights all with a starting address of 001. In this case, all 8 lights would operate as one (unison). If you wish to control them individually, you must assign each fixture its own unique starting address. However, in many systems you will operate groups of lights with a common starting address for each group as in the example below. 001 017 001 Group 1 017 033 033 033 Group 3 Group 2 In this example, the lights in each group will respond to the controller with the same action (notice the red start address in the drawing). DMX ADDRESS OVERLAP Never allow your DMX starting addresses to overlap the preceding or subsequent fixture. For example, if your par fixtures have 6 channels, your starting address should always be separated by at least 7 controller channels. In the drawing below, example #1 is incorrect and will result in errors and erratic behavior of your lighting fixtures. Example #2 and #3 are correct (you can have unused controller channels if you wish as in example #3).. The red numbers in the drawing below represent the DMX channels in a controller (512 channels max). 1. 2. 3. X DMX Start Address (Overlappng) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 >> FIXTURE 1 FIXTURE 3 FIXTURE 2 FIXTURE 4 Correct DMX Start Address 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 >> Acceptable DMX Start Address 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 >> FIXTURE 1 FIXTURE 1 ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved FIXTURE 2 FIXTURE 3 FIXTURE 2 9. FIXTURE 4 FIXTURE 3 FIXTURE 4 ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r INSTALLATION Mounting the Fixture This fixture can be mounted in any orientation or angle. Always make sure there is adequate ventilation and no flammable surfaces within 2 feet (.6 meters) of the fixture. You can mount the fixture using fixture clamps or with threaded bolt type hardware. Always install the included safety cable when mounting in overhead or wall locations (see images below for reference). WARNING: Incorrect installations can result in personal injury or death, or damage to property. Do not mount the fixture in the ventilation path of a nearby heating supply duct. The heated airflow may cause fixture failure due to overheating. Safety Cable Installation Safety Eyebolt (included) Safety cable with D-ring clip (included) Insert the included safety eyebolt into the threaded hole on the back of the fixture (see photo 1 below), rotate clockwise until tight. Always install the included safety cable when mounting your fixture in an overhead location or anywhere a mounting failure could cause injury to person or property damage. To install, loop the safety cable around the mounting truss or other secure mounting point and attach the D-ring clip to the safety eyebolt on the back of your fixture (see photo 2 and 3 below). The safety cable provides a redundancy to the primary mounting clamp/hardware in the event it were to fail. All overhead and wall installations should be performed only by qualified professionals. We recommend a thread-locking compound on threaded bolts as an extra precaution to ensure that the fixture installation is secure and safe. Photo 1 Photo 2 ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved Photo 3 10. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r DMX LINKING Connecting your fixtures with DMX cable In Out Out In Out In Out In DMX terminator DMX Controller Fixture 1 Fixture 2 Fixture 3 Fixture 4 DMX fixtures are always wired in a ‘series’ style wiring chain. Using a DMX signal cable, the DMX controller connects to the first fixture’s ‘DMX input’ then fixture 1 ‘DMX Output’ plugs into fixture 2 ‘DMX Input’ and so on (see drawing above). In a typical DMX chain you can install up to 16 fixtures. Connecting more than 16 fixtures in a single chain will increase the likelihood of data errors (due to signal degradation along the chain). For lighting shows larger than 16 fixtures, you should create multiple chains using a ‘DMX optical splitter’ or use wireless transmitter/receivers. Either method will allow you to create multiple chains and maintain a clean error-free signal path in your DMX lightning network. Always use a DMX terminator on the last fixture in the chain. Maximum length of DMX signal cabling per chain should not exceed 200 ft. See DMX Cabling Tips Chapter for more information. DMX SIGNAL POLARITY 1 3 2 COMMON DMX + DMX - 1 3 2 DMX Terminator:120 Ohm 1/4 watt resistor Pins 2 & 3 Colorverse® fixtures operate on “PIN 3 positive polarity” (refer to the diagram above). If your fixtures are not working or operating erratically, it is possible your controller’s polarity switch is not set correctly. Refer to the operation manual of your controller for more information about this issue. It a good idea to place a small piece of tape over the switch to prevent accidental change to the polarity during transport or operation. Polarity switch commonly found on hardware-based controllers. Set to “Pin 3 positive” setting. ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 11. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r DMX CABLING TIPS Do not use XLR audio microphone cables for your lighting fixtures. While microphone cables use the same type of connector, they are not compatible. Microphone cables are designed to work with analogue audio signals, while DMX cables are specifically designed for digital data transfer. When troubleshooting DMX lighting, one of the most common problems will be with cabling. Below are a few tips that will help ensure clean, error-free data flow throughout your DMX network. Always use a high quality, professional grade DMX cable ? Always use the shortest DMX cable possible for each light fixture within the chain ? Do not allow excessive tension on DMX cable or connectors ? When using wire ties to secure DMX cable, do not over tighten and pinch the cable ? Keep DMX cables away from electromagnetic sources such as power cables, motors, etc ? Do not allow kinks or excessive twisting to occur in the DMX cable ? Do not split a DMX chain with a “Y-Splitter” use an ‘Optical Isolated DMX splitter’ only ? Do not connect more than 16 fixtures within a single chain, use an *optical isolated DMX splitter and ? create additional chains (to prevent signal degradation) or use a wireless system like the diagram below Always use a DMX terminator on the last fixture in a chain ? NEVER use audio microphone cables for DMX lighting ? EXAMPLE: Typical DMX network with Optical Isolated Splitter DMX Terminator Controller DMX Optical Isolated Splitter DMX Terminator Recommend no more than 16 fixtures per chain EXAMPLE: Typical DMX network using a wireless system DMX Terminator Receiver Controller Transmitter DMX Terminator Receiver Recommend no more than 16 fixtures per chain ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 12. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r POWERING YOUR FIXTURE The MiniPar™54 is equipped with in/out locking power connectors. These connectors are designed to securely hold your fixture's power cord in place. See the instructions below to properly insert and remove the connector. Another advantage is the ability to power-link your fixtures. Power-linking is simply a daisy chain of power cables from one fixture to the next, eliminating the need to use power strips. TO INSERT: 1. Line up the tabs on the male connector and insert 2. Twist clockwise to lock TO REMOVE: 1. Pull back the metal locking tab on the male connector 2. Turn counter-clockwise and pull out the plug Power-Link Your Fixtures Using the included power cable, connect the 3-prong Edison style plug into a grounded power outlet. Plug the blue end of the cable into the blue ‘Power Input’ on the first fixture in the chain. Fixture 1 now has power. Continue the power-link chain by connecting a ‘power-jumper’ cable from Fixture 1 ‘Power Out’ grey connector, into Fixture 2 ‘Power Input’ blue connector. Connect subsequent fixtures with ‘power jumper’ cables for a maximum of (12) MiniPar 54 fixtures per power-link chain. Never exceed more than 8 amperes per chain. Power Out Power input cable (included) Power In Power Out Power In Power In WARNING: DO NOT POWER-LINK MORE THAN (12) MINIPAR 54 FIXTURES IN ONE SINGLE CHAIN, (8 AMPERES MAXIMUM) ELECTRICAL OVERLOAD MAY OCCUR. USE SUPPLIED POWER CABLES ONLY. POWER-JUMPER CABLES MUST BE RATED 14 AWG OR 16 AWG, DO NOT USE 18 AWG OR SMALLER. Example of lockable power jumper cables (not included) - Use only high-quality, 14 gauge AWG, 3-conductor power cables - Blue connector is ‘Power In’, Grey connector is ‘Power Out’ ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 13. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r GETTING STARTED If you are new to DMX lighting, please read this page. It will help avoid common mistakes and many troubleshooting headaches. There are two basic options to operate your DMX fixtures: 1. DMX Address Mode - must have a system of DMX cables 2. Auto Mode - can operate independently or use a system of DMX cables (if using a Master/Slave configuration) 1. DMX Address Mode This is the most common mode in which DMX fixtures are operated. You must use some type of DMX controller for this mode. Each fixture must have a DMX starting address (see chapter ‘DMX Primer” for more details about Starting Address) and all fixtures must be connected with DMX cables. 2. Auto Mode includes Auto / Audi / Color (sometimes referred as Stand Alone Mode) If you choose to operate your fixtures in Auto Mode, do not use a DMX controller. You can operate each fixture independently without the need for connecting DMX cables, or connect them in a Master/Slave configuration (see chapter Master/Slave). Please note! You cannot use a DMX controller and operate any fixture in Auto / Audi / Color mode within the same network (system of cables). This will cause errors and prevent your system from operating correctly. Example incorrect configuration: Out Out In 001 DMX Controller Fixture 1 Out In In Out X 017 033 AUTO Fixture 2 Fixture 3 Fixture 4 Fixture 4 should be in Address Mode In the example above, fixture 4 is in Auto Mode, while fixtures 1, 2, 3 are in DMX Address Mode. This will cause errors in the system. With DMX fixtures you must choose to operate in either DMX address Mode, or Auto Mode (this includes Auto/Audi/Color). See the next chapter ‘Global Defaults for an overview of BluControl™ software modes and settings. DMX Address Mode or Auto Mode (stand alone) or ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 14. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r BluControl™ MENU MAP and DEFAULT SETTINGS Address 001-512 (001 default) Speed 001 - 031 (008 default) Auto Mode 0 (default) Mode 1 Mode 2 Audi Mode 0 (default) Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3 Color Red (default ) Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan White 1 White 2 White 3 Time 00000 Color Calibr Red Calibr 001-255 (240 default) Green Calibr 001-255 (240 default) Blue Calibr 001-255 (240 default) Temp 000F Values for Speed, Mic Sensitivity, Auto, Audi and Color modes are not available when using a DMX controller. These modes are for stand-alone use only. Config Channel Mode 3 ch. 5 ch. 8 ch. (default) Dimmer Mode Instant Delay (default) Key Mode Lock UnLock (default) DMX Status Value Clear Hold (default) Display Mode Auto (default) On Fan Mode Auto (default) On Load Default Yes No ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 15. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r BluControl™ PANEL Basics The chart below is a global view of the Main Modes, Sub Modes and the Value options. See next chapter ‘Control Panel Details’ for more information about these functions. Please note that the values for Speed, Mic Sensitivity, Auto, Audi and Color modes are not available when using a DMX controller. These modes are for stand-alone use only. To choose a main mode: Press Up or Down, Press ENTER to select the mode, Press Up or Down to choose a sub menu or value for the selected mode, Press ENTER to activate MODE: VALUE: DMX ADDRESS Use this mode to set the DMX start address for each fixture SPEED / MIC SENS This mode adjusts the speed (001 fastest - 031 slowest) of the Auto Modes. This setting also adjust the internal mic sensitivity for Audi Mode (when using the fixture without a controller). 001 is most sensitive, 031 is least sensitive. AUTO COLOR Auto - Gradual Color Fade (full color spectrum) Auto - 9 Color Change Auto - 3 Color Change SOUND ACTIVATE Sound Activated Cross-fade Color Change Sound Activated 9 Color Change Sound Activated 3 Color Change Sound Activated Strobe Color Change STATIC COLOR Choose from one of preset static colors See chapter ‘Creating custom colors” for information on more color options OPERATION TIMER Hours of operation timer. The timer accrues if power when applied even if the light is not on. ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 16. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r BluControl™ PANEL Basics (continued) CALIBRATION This adjusts global output of the colors separately. Changes to this mode will override the DMX controller commands to the fixture. Note: This mode can be used to create custom colors, see chapter “Creating Custom Colors”. CONFIGURATION This setting selects how many DMX channels you wish to use within the fixture. 8 channel mode will allow you to use all the features within the fixture. This is a global setting that changes colors with a 500ms delay which simulates a traditional par. This is a global setting that changes colors instantly for a staccato effect. This setting leaves the control panel unlocked. This setting locks the control panel after 30 seconds of inactivity. Press ESC key for 2 seconds to unlock This setting will black-out the fixture (go dark) if the DMX signal is interrupted (controller crash, unplugged cable, etc). This setting will hold the last scene if the DMX signal is interrupted (controller crash, unplugged cable, etc). Display This setting will automatically turn off the display after 10 seconds of inactivity. Mode This setting will leave the display on. This setting will allow the fan to operate at variable speeds, depending on the fixture and ambient temperatures. This mode will offer near silent operation. Fan Mode Low High This setting will allow the fan to operate at continuous low speed and is a good option where low-fan noise is critical. Do not use this mode in high ambient temperatures or when it is necessary to operate the fixture at high outputs for long periods. This setting will allow the fan to operate at maximum speed regardless of the fixture and ambient temperatures. This mode is recommended when operating your fixture in high temperature locations or where fan noise is not an issue. LOAD DEFAULT This will load the default settings as it came from the factory. ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 17. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r BluControl™ PANEL in detail Note: The LCD display will automatically turn off after 10 seconds of inactivity, press ESC to activate the display. With the display active, notice the green LED at the top right. There are three modes to this indicator: ESC DOWN UP ENTER Blinking: indicates the fixture is: 1. Address mode and 2. is receiving a DMX signal Off: indicates the fixture is: 1. in Address mode and 2. is not receiving a DMX signal Solid: indicates the fixture is not in Address mode, but is in Auto, Audi, Color etc. This indicator is a useful feature when troubleshooting. Address: DMX ADDRESS MODE This mode is used to set the ‘start address’ for this fixture and is the most commonly used mode for DMX lighting. You must use some type of DMX controller when operating in this mode. Check the manual for your DMX controller to determine the recommended start address for each fixture. See the section ‘DMX Primer’ in this document for more information about DMX Addressing. ¤ To set the DMX start address for this fixture, Press UP or DOWN until you see Address *** Press ENTER, the display will now read: Set Add *** Press UP or DOWN until you reach the desired DMX address, Press ENTER to store, then ESC to return to DMX address mode Speed: SPED/MIC SENSITIVITY MODE This setting serves a dual function; 1. If you are in Auto Mode, this setting controls the speed at which colors change. 001 - the fastest, and 031 the slowest. 2. If you are using Audi sound activation mode, this setting controls the Mic Sensitivity. 001 - the most sensitive, and 031 the least sensitive. ¤ To change the Speed Rate or Mic Sensitivity, Press UP or DOWN until you see SPED/MIC, Press ENTER, then choose between values: 001 - 031 Press ENTER to store Note: After making changes to the SPED/MIC setting, you must press ESC and “re-enter” Auto Mode or Audi Mode to activate the changes. Title: When using a DMX controller, the mic sensitivity can be adjusted with the Macro channel.. Auto: AUTO COLOR MODE This mode is an internal program that changes color automatically at varying speeds. This mode can only be used without a DMX controller, please disconnect your controller before activating Auto Color Mode. ¤ To enter Auto Color Mode, Press UP or DOWN until it shows Auto, Press ENTER, press UP or DOWN to choose one of 3 sub-modes below, - Auto 0: Gradual Color Fade through the entire color spectrum - Auto 1: Change through primary and secondary colors - Auto 2: Change through primary colors Press ENTER to store Note: The rate of change can be adjusted in the Speed mode. See Speed Mode chapter above. Audi: SOUND ACTIVATION MODE The internal microphone activates color changes based on sound. This mode can only be used without a DMX controller. Bass frequencies offer the best results (continued on next page). ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 18. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r BluControl™ PANEL in detail (continued) Audi: SOUND ACTIVATION MODE (continued from previous page) ¤ To enter Sound Activation Mode, Press UP or DOWN until you see Audi, Press ENTER, press UP or DOWN to choose one of these 4 sub-modes: - Mode 0: Cross-fading colors - Mode 1: 9 color (Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Wht 1, Wht 2, Wht 3) - Mode 2: 3 color (Red, Green, Blue) - Mode 3: Color strobe effect Press ENTER to store Color: STATIC COLOR MODE This mode allows you to choose one of the static colors. This mode can only be used without a DMX controller, please disconnect your DMX controller before choosing Static Color Mode. ¤ To enter Static Color Mode, Press UP or DOWN until you see Color, Press ENTER, Press UP or DOWN to choose colors, Press ENTER to store Time: OPERATION TIMER This mode displays the amount of hours the fixture has been in operation. The timer accrues if power is applied even if the light is not on. This is useful to determine how often the fan may need cleaning. In some environments (that use fog or cigarette smoke), the fan may need cleaning every 300 hours. The fan should only be cleaned by an authorized professional repair facility. Risk of electrical shock, injury or death may occur. Color Calibr: COLOR CALIBRATE This mode allows you to globally calibrate the intensity of each color: Red, Green, or Blue. For example, if your green lamps are too bright at 100% (relative to the other colors) you can reduce the intensity in this mode. Changes to this mode affect all color mixing at the controller. Note: If you reduce the intensity of any color to 000, you will not be able to activate that color channel on your controller. These settings are global and override the controller. See ‘Creating Custom Colors’ chapter for more info. Note: It is recommended to leave the maximum intensity at 240 which will extend the life of the LED lamps. ¤ To enter Color Calibrate Mode, Press UP or DOWN until you see Color Calibr, Press ENTER, Press UP or DOWN to choose color, Press ENTER, Press Up or Down to change the value 000 (off) to 255 full intensity (240 is recommended), Press ENTER to store the setting, Press ESC then Up or Down to choose another Color and repeat the above directions Finally, press ESC again to exit Color Calibr and enter another mode of your choosing Note: Most commonly the Color Calibr mode is used to create custom colors for use without a DMX controller. See chapter “Creating Custom Colors” for more information. ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 19. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r BluControl™ PANEL in detail (continued) Config: CONFIGURATION MODE This mode allows you to make global changes to the fixture. There are six sub-modes: Channel Mode, Dimmer Mode, Key Mode, DMX Status Mode, Display Mode, Fan Mode ¤ To enter Configuration Mode, press UP or DOWN until you see Config, press ENTER, Press UP or DOWN to choose one of six sub-modes, press ENTER, the press Up or Down to change the values within the sub-mode, Press ENTER and now press ESC two times and re-enter your desired operating mode CHANNEL MODE: *8 Channel Utilizes (9) DMX channels on your controller 1: Dimmer 2: Red 3: Green 4: Blue 5: Strobe 6: Macros (see Macro chapter) 7: Macro Speed 8: Dimming Delay 5 Channel Utilizes (6) DMX channels on your controller 1: Dimmer 2: Red 3: Green 4: Blue 5: Strobe 3 Channel Utilizes (4) DMX channels on your controller 1: Red 2: Green 3: Blue DIMMER MODE: *Delay This is a global setting that allows the fixture to change colors with a quick cross-fade effect. Instant This is a global setting that allows color changes to be instant. KEY MODE: *Unock This setting leaves the control panel unlocked. Lock This setting locks the control panel after 30 seconds of inactivity. Press ESC for 2 seconds to unlock. DMX STATUS MODE: *Hold This setting will hold the last scene if the DMX signal is interrupted (controller crash, cable issue, etc.). Clear This setting will black-out the fixture (go dark) if the DMX signal is interrupted. DISPLAY MODE: *Auto This setting will automatically turn off the display after 10 seconds of inactivity. On This setting will leave the display on. FAN MODE: Continued on next page ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 20. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r BluControl™ PANEL in detail (continued) FAN MODE: The advanced Fan Mode within BluControl™ offers three options for cooling: AUTO (default), LOW and HIGH. This is a valuable and unique feature. In most applications, the default AUTO mode is recommended. However, there may be applications where you may wish to choose LOW or HIGH speed fan mode. The fixture temperature can be monitored at any time by choosing TEMP mode in the BluControl display. Just remember to exit TEMP Mode and return to your operating mode to resume normal operation. The TEMP mode can be helpful to determine the best Fan Mode option. ...Remember, for most applications AUTO is the best option. *AUTO (default) In Auto mode the fan speed varies, based on the cooling needs of the fixture. This feature ensures long life of the fans, and reduces the frequency that the fixture may need cleaning due to internal dust build up. When the fixture is powered on, the fan will operate silently at the lowest speed. As the fixture core temperatures increases, so will the fan speed. Conversely, when the fixture temp lowers, the fan speed lowers as well. The change in fan speed occurs at a very slow, linear rate. This slow rate of change minimizes the audibility of the fan speed change. LED LAMP OUTPUT The fixture will remain relatively cool at an LED output of 75% or less. Operating at this lower output will also extend the life of your LED lamps by thousands of hours. 100% 140F 75% 130F 66% 120F 50% 110F 33% 100F 25% 90F 0% 80F Auto Fan Speed (high) Auto Fan Speed (low, silent) Fans run silent below 110F Please note The fans will operate silently below 110F. When the fixture exceeds 110F, the fan speed will automatically increase at a very slow rate. Conversely, the fan speed will decrease at the same rate. The fixture can operate at full output for short periods without causing the fan speed to increase. This is due to the delay feature in the fan speed circuit. LOW In this mode, the fan will operate continuously at low speed and is near silent. This is a good choice where quiet operation is critical due to certain environments such as a theater or house of worship. However, when operating in LOW mode, it’s possible the fixture Temp may exceed the optimal operating temperature. This can happen if the LEDs output remains very high for long durations, or if the fixture is operating in a high ambient location. This may activate BluControl’s ‘High Temp Protection’ and automatically dim the LEDs. If this occurs, the recommended action is to lower the output of your fixture to 75% output or less, or change the Fan Mode to AUTO or HIGH. Review the section ‘High Temperature Protection’ for more details about this feature. ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 21. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r BluControl™ PANEL in detail (continued) FAN MODE (continued): HIGH When operating your fixture in hot ambient locations, or when the fixture is operating at (or near) full output for long periods, it is important to provide proper cooling. In HIGH mode, the dual fans and over-sized heat sink provide superior cooling to the LED lamps. This will ensure long LED life and reduce color degradation that can occur when LEDs operate at high temperatures for long periods. If fan noise is not a concern in your application, HIGH fan speed is a good option. Be aware that the high velocity airflow will increase the amount of dust and debris that will accumulate within the fixture. More regular cleaning may be required. The TIME (see Control Panel Details) feature can be useful for monitoring intervals in which the fixture needs cleaning. HIGH TEMPERATURE PROTECTION The brightness and color accuracy of LEDs will naturally decline over time due to heat degradation. BluControl™ protects your fixture from damaging high temperature by continuously monitoring the LEDs and heat sink. Should the high temperature threshold be exceeded, the LED lamps will automatically dim to protect them from heat damage. The reduction in dimming will continue until the temperature sensor reaches the normal operating temperature. In some cases the reduction may only be 10-15% and barely be noticed. However, this automatic dimming it may indicate a possible problem with the normal operation of your fixture, thus requiring your attention to take action. There are many factors that can cause your fixture to operate at higher than normal levels. If BluControl™ hightempertature protection is activating and you observe auto-dimming, please check to see if one (or more) of these factors is contributing. - Extremely high ambient temperatures - Heated airflow from HVAC duct blowing directly at or near your fixture - Clogged cooling fan, heat sink or housing vents (accumulated dust and debris can reduce cooling ability) - Never place objects on or near your fixture - Never place tape on your fixture or block the housing ventilation ports with any materials - Failed cooling fan Extend your lamp life Its possible to achieve an LED lifespan of up to 100,000 hours if you will operate your fixture at a reduced intensity of 75% full output or less. Also, keep the cooling fans clean and avoid operating the fixture in high ambient temperatures. This will help ensure long a LED lifespan. ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 22. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r DMX CHANNEL PROTOCOL This page illustrates the DMX protocols for the different channel modes: 3 / 5 / 8. The recommended mode is 8 channel. To choose, simply press UP or DOWN on the control panel and choose CONFIG. Press ENTER and choose UP or DOWN until you see CHANNEL MODE, press enter and choose your desired mode. 8 Channel Mode (default) FIXTURE CHANNEL FUNCTION VALUE Channel 1 MASTER DIMMER 000 - 255 Channel 2 RED 000 - 255 Channel 3 GREEN 000 - 255 Channel 4 BLUE 000 - 255 Channel 5 STROBE 000 - 255 Slow to Fast Channel 6 MACROS 000 - 095 096 - 127 128 - 159 160 - 191 192 - 255 001 - 007 008 - 015 016 - 023 024 - 031 032 - 039 040 - 047 048 - 055 056 - 063 064 - 071 072 - 095 Static Colors Gradual Color Fade Quick Color Change Sound Activate Mode 1 Sound Activate Mode 2 Channel 7 MACROS SPEED 000 - 255 Slow to Fast Channel 8 DIMMING DELAY 000 - 255 Fast to Slow RGB Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan White 1 (warm) White 2 (daylight) White 3 (cool) Color channels must be on to activate this Macro Mic sensitivity adjustment is progressive Mode 1: 160 - 191 (high sensitivity to low sensitivity) Mode 2: 192 - 255 (high sensitivity to low sensitivity) *See chapter ‘Macros’ for more details Macro Speed only affects Macro features in the DMX range of 096 - 159 (Gradual Color Fade & Quick Color Change) See chapter: 16-bit Dimming 5 Channel Mode FIXTURE CHANNEL FUNCTION VALUE Channel 1 MASTER DIMMER 000 - 255 Channel 2 RED 000 - 255 Channel 3 GREEN 000 - 255 Channel 4 BLUE 000 - 255 Channel 5 STROBE 000 - 255 Slow to Fast 3 Channel Mode FIXTURE CHANNEL FUNCTION VALUE Channel 1 RED 000 - 255 Channel 2 GREEN 000 - 255 Channel 3 BLUE 000 - 255 ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 23. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r CREATING CUSTOM COLORS The easiest way to create custom colors is by adjusting the color channels on each fixture with a DMX controller. However, if you do not have a controller, you can still create custom colors by adjusting the BluControl™ ‘Color Calibrate’ feature. Remember, if you make changes to the Color Calibrate Mode, you must reset the values to default (240/240/240) if you intend to use a DMX controller. These values are global and will impede the ability of a controller to access the colors. Please read the three Notes below, these are very important. To create custom colors, ¤ Press UP or DOWN until you see Color Calibr, Press ENTER, then press UP or DOWN to choose one of the four color channels, Press ENTER, Press UP or DOWN to change the intensity of that color, Press ESC, then UP or DOWN to choose another color to repeat the process. A quick way to reset the Color Calibrate values is to choose the ‘Load Default” setting. This will default all Calibrate values to the default setting of 240 / 240 / 240 in one step. To load the defaults ¤ Press ESC three times, Press UP or DOWN and choose LOAD DEFAULT, press ENTER, press UP or Down, choose YES, press ENTER NOTE: Once you have you have created your custom color, you must remain in Color Calibr mode. If you press ESC and leave this mode, your fixture will go dark. NOTE: It is recommended to limit the intensity to a value of 240 or lower, rather than the max setting of 255. This will extend the life of the LED lamps. This is why the default setting is 240 on all colors. NOTE: Adjusting the Color Calibrate feature is only recommended for use without a DMX controller. This is a global change and will override the ability of a DMX controller to color mix. For example: If you create a custom color such as deep magenta (Red 200, Blue 255, Green 000), you will not be able to adjust the Green color channel (with a controller) since you have reduced the global intensity to 000 for that color. You will need to reset the Color Calibrate value to 240 for all colors to have full control of color mixing with a DMX controller. CREATING GREAT WHITES There are many benefits to LED over traditional stage lighting. However, many LED fixtures just don’t produce great looking white light. Typically LED pars create white light by mixing equal values of Red/Green/Blue. The white light produced by this method could be described as ‘harsh’ and not pleasing to the eye. Our BluControl™ software has taken the guesswork out of mixing white light. There are 3 preloaded ‘Whites’ with the perfect blend of Red/Green/Blue to suit your ‘white light’ needs. Experiment to create your own custom whites with near limitless variations, or recall one of the White Presets loaded in the software. The three white presets are available to recall by either of these two options: - With the BluControl™ display in Auto Mode (Stand Alone), choose Color, then choose White 1, 2, or 3 - With a DMX controller and selecting the white presets in the Macro channel 6 Below are the RGB DMX values for the 3 white presets White 1 (warm) Red 230 Green 180 Blue 85 White 2 (daylight) Red 200 Green 200 Blue 110 White 3 (cool) Red 160 Green 210 Blue 150 ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 24. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r 16 BIT DIMMING DELAY What is 16-bit Dimming? Traditional halogen pars have an advantage over most LED pars when it comes to smooth dimming and cross-fading. This is due to the fact that most LED pars use an 8-bit digital dimming processor. Since there are only 256 increments of dimming with 8-bit, you can see a jittering effect when dimming. This is especially evident when the dimming is close to off (DMX value 000). Increments of dimming 8-bit dimming Intensity Intensity We’ve solved that problem with our new 16-bit dimming processor. With thousands of incremental dimming steps, it produces butter-smooth dimming that rivals halogen pars. Also, we’ve added a dedicated ‘Dimming Delay’ channel, allowing you to set a predetermined delay time. You’ll find this useful for dramatic, time-delayed ‘fade off’, ‘fade on’ and ‘cross-fades’. Increments of dimming 16-bit dimming Delay Channel The Delay Channel feature affects the rate of Fade On, Fade Off, and Cross-Fades. To use the Dimming Delay feature, the fixture must be set to ‘Channel Mode: 8 ch.’ Using your DMX controller, adjust the value of fixture channel 8. Value 000 is the fastest (no delay) and value 255 is the slowest delay possible (approximately 2 minutes). The fixture will raise and lower the LED intensity at the rate determined by the Dimming Delay channel (ch.8). Using this feature enables the 16-bit processor. To obtain the smoothest cross-fades possible, use the ‘Delay Channel’ in your fixture (16-bit), rather than the cross-fade feature within your controller. If you use the cross-fade feature within your controller, you will be limited to 8-bit (see chart). Example of how to create a 5 second dimming delay Using your controller, adjust fixture channels 1, 2, 3, 4, to value 255 (see chart below). Adjust channel 8 to value 032. Now turn off channel 1 very quickly (dimmer ch), you will see the 3 colors ‘fade off’ at a very smooth rate of 5 seconds. Conversely, turn channel 1 back on (255) very quickly. You will see the colors ‘fade on’ at the same rate of 5 seconds. Move color faders 2, 3, and 4 up and down and you will see the colors cross-fade at a smooth 5 second delay. *Dimming delay times (fixture ch. 8) DMX value DMX value DMX value DMX value DMX value DMX value 000 = 032 = 064 = 096 = 128 = 255 = 0 seconds 5 seconds 10 seconds 15 seconds 22 seconds 120 seconds *Delay times above are approximate ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 1 2 3 4 255 Master Red Dimming 25. Green Blue 5 6 000 000 Strobe Macros 7 8 000 032 Macro Dimming Speed Delay ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r MASTER / SLAVE MODE This mode is convenient when you wish to operate multiple fixtures and do not have a DMX controller. Please note that in this mode, all fixtures will operate in ‘Unison’ (all perform the same operation). It is recommended to operate fewer than 16 fixtures in one Master / Slave configuration. If you need to connect more than 16 fixtures, please use an ‘Optical Isolated DMX Splitter’ and run multiple chains (See chapter: DMX Cabling Tips for more info). Configure your Master /Slave Network 1. If you have a DMX controller, unplug it from the DMX chain. You cannot use a controller and operate a MASTER / SLAVE configuration at the same time. 2. Choose the first fixture in your chain, this will be your MASTER fixture. All other fixtures connected to it will be the SLAVE fixtures and will operate with the same functions as the Master. Power on the fixture (Master) and set it to the desired mode (e.g. Static color, Gradual Fade, Sound Activate, etc.) 3. Now, power on all other fixtures in the chain and set them to DMX address 001, this address is the receive address for the SLAVE fixtures. 4. Now connect your DMX cables as the diagram show below. Your MASTER / SLAVE mode should be complete. You can adjust the MASTER fixture as you wish to run the different internal programs available. Your SLAVE fixtures will follow the Master in perfect unison. Out FIRST FIXTURE IN CHAIN Out Out In In Out In Auto Mode 0 001 001 001 Master Slave 1 Slave 2 Slave 3 In Out In Out In Out Auto Mode 0 001 001 001 Master Slave 1 Slave 2 Slave 3 DMX Controller Note: Do not operate some fixtures in Auto Modes (Auto / Audi / Color) while others (in the same chain) are connected to a controller. This will create data errors in the signal. All of your fixtures must be either in “DMX Address Mode” with a controller, or Master/Slave mode without a controller. Unplug your controller! ABOUT MACROS A macro is simply a preset change of color or action of some type. Rather than a solid color that remains static, macros are presets of color changes, fades, strobes or combinations of these that occur by selecting a macro preset (ch. 6) with your controller. This feature allows a simple static scene to become a dynamic scene by choosing one of these presets available in the macro channel. Some macros have a speed option, such as the ‘Gradual Color Fade’ macro. There is a separate Macro Speed channel that allows you to change the rate of speed at which the color fades through the spectrum. Please note, the speed channel (Ch. 7) only affects the Macros in the range of 096 -159. Note 1: The fixture must be set to ‘8 Channel Mode’ to enable the Macro features. Note 2: You must turn on channels 1, 2, 3, 4. Otherwise some Macro features will not function properly. Note 3: Macro Speed (Ch. 7) only affects Macro features in the DMX value range of 096 - 159 (Grad. Fade & Color Change). Continued on the next page.... ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 26. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r ABOUT MACROS (continued) The illustration below represents the two Macro channels (ch. 6 and ch. 7) with DMX values for each. Please observe the notes for proper understanding of the Marcos, Macro speed and Mic Sensitivity. 255 Minimum mic sensitivty PLEASE NOTE: The internal microphone sensitivity can be adjusted with the DMX values in the Sound Activate Macros. mic sensitivity 255 - FAST 192 - 255 Sound Activate Mode 3 192 Maximum mic sensitivity Adjust for ‘Max. Sensitivity’ with quieter music mic sensitivity 191 Minimum mic sensitivity Adjust for ‘Min. Sensitivity’ with louder music 160 - 191 Sound Activate Mode 1 160 Maximum mic ensitivity PLEASE NOTE: To use this Macro, the color channels 1, 2, 3, 4 should be full on values 255 128 - 159 Quick Color Change 096 - 127 Gradual Color Fade PLEASE NOTE: This Macro Speed channel only affects 2 Macros: 1. Gradual color fade and 2. Quick color change It has no affect on the other macros 001 - 007 RGB 008 - 015 Red 016 - 023 Green PLEASE NOTE: To use this Macro, the color channels 1, 2, 3, 4 should be full on values 255 024 - 031 Blue 032 - 039 Yellow 040 - 047 Magenta 048 - 055 Cyan 056 - 063 White 1 (warm) 064 - 071 White 2 (daylight) 072 - 095 White 3 (cool) Ch 6 - MACROS ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 27. 000 - SLOW Ch 7 - MACROS SPEED ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Overloaded circuit If you are ‘power-llinking’ fixtures, reduce the number of fixtures on the circuit, or check to see if the circuit is shared with other devices are drawing too much current Possible ground short in a power cable or fixture Have qualified technician check for short circuits Breaker trips or fuse blows Fixture does not power on Check for proper power at outlet, check fuse/breaker Reseat the power cord into the outlet, check for power cord damage No power at outlet Loose or damaged power cord Contact at www.Colorverse.com/support Blown fuse Fixture is on, but not responding to DMX DMX works, but is erratic or does not respond properly Loose DMX connector Reseat DMX connectors at fixture and controller Damaged DMX cable Replace cable The DMX start address is not correct Make sure the fixture is in DMX address mode and check the start address, (Check your controller’s manual to verify correct start address) Fixture is in wrong operating mode Set the fixture to DMX address mode, see Control Panel Functions section Wrong polarity setting on controller Check the polarity switch on your controller (use Pin 3 positive) Faulty controller or DMX interface Replace controller or DMX interface Color Calibrate settings are not correct Check the Color Calibr settings, make sure R, G, B are all set to value 240 - see Control Panel Functions section: Color Calibr One or more fixtures within the chain may not be set to “DMX mode” Check all fixtures to make sure they are all in DMX address mode and set to the proper start address Damaged cable or connector Replace cable Excessively long chain / low signal level Use shortest cable possible, add a signal booster or “Optical DMX Splitter” Wrong cable type Never use audio microphone XLR cables, use DMX data cable only Signal bounce (ghosting) The last fixture in a chain should always have a DMX terminator Incorrect “splitting” of DMX chain Never use a “Y” splitter, always use an “Optical DMX Splitter” Too many fixtures on one chain (see “Cabling tips”) Use fewer than 16 fixtures or add a “Optical DMX Splitter” Interference with AC or electromagnetic sources Reroute DMX cable away from interference sources: black lights, motors, power cords Incorrect DMX start address Make sure the fixture is in DMX address mode and check the start address (See the controller manual to verify correct start address) Master/Slave mode does not work, or is erratic Controller is sending DMX data to the Master Unplug the controller from the Master fixture, check cables, make sure slave fixtures are set to DMX address 001. Read chapter on Master/Slave mode. Macro channel does not activate colors - Make sure channels 1, 2, 3, 4, (Dim, R, G, B ) are set to value 255 (100%) - Make sure the fixture is in 8 channel mode The macros in this fixture rely on the dimmer and RGBA channels to be at 100%, otherwise the fixture will not produce the preset colors available in macro values. Read chapter ‘Macros’ for more info. Hold any button for 2 sec to unlock key buttons Or you can change the setting to “Unlock” mode under the “Config” settings to leave keys unlocked. Control panel maybe locked due to signal error Power down fixture, unplug DMX cables, then power on and plug in cables Control panel buttons do not respond when pressed Continued on the next page. ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 28. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) SYMPTOM 8. LEDs are dim, or will not light up. POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Check the setting “Color Calibrate” in the control panel While in “Calibrate” mode, check to make sure R, G, B are all set to value 240. Calibrate mode is used to create custom static colors when you do have a controller - see Control Panel Functions section: Color Calibr TIP: Load Factory Defaults, this will reset all colors to value 240 MORE TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Check to see if your fixture is in 3, 5, or 8 channel mode. Certain features such as Macros and 16-bit dimming are not available in 3 and 5 channel mode. Be sure to check the cable from the controller to the first fixture in the chain Try testing the fixture with no DMX cables attached and test in Auto color mode Never use fixture in Master/Slave mode while connected to a controller - unplug the controller! Make sure the controller’s “Blackout” button is off If the preceding tips have not helped you resolve the issue, try this procedure to identify a problem cable or fixture. Out Unplug the DMX cable from the first fixture in the chain like the diagram to the right. If fixture #1 does not operate correctly, you may have a problem with: your controller, the cable from your controller or fixture #1 itself may be misconfigured or is faulty. If fixture #1 does operate correctly, reconnect fixture #1 and move to the next fixture. If fixture #2 does not operate correctly, you may have a problem with the DMX cable that connects fixture #1 and # 2, or fixture #2 itself may be misconfigured or is faulty. If fixture #2 does work correctly, reconnect fixture #2 and move onto the next fixture. . DMX Controller Fixture 1 Out In Out DMX Controller Out If fixture #3 does not operate correctly, you may have a problem with the DMX cable that connects fixture #2 and # 3, or fixture #3 itself may be misconfigured or is faulty. If fixture #3 does work correctly, reconnect fixture #3 and move onto the next fixture . DMX Controller Out In Out In Out Fixture 2 Fixture 3 Fixture 4 Out In Out Fixture 3 Fixture 4 In In Fixture 1 Fixture 2 In Out In Out Fixture 1 Fixture 2 In Fixture 3 Out Fixture 4 Follow this procedure of removing DMX cables from each subsequent fixture until you find either: a faulty DMX cable or a faulty fixture. Remember to replug the preceding fixture as you move down the chain. See the diagrams above for reference. This troubleshooting technique is very effective when trying to find a problem within a large network of fixtures. If none of these tips help resolve yuor issue, contact support at: www.Colorverse.com/support ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 29. Fixture 5 Fixture 5 In Fixture 5 ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r MAINTENANCE ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE CLEANING NEVER REMOVE THE GROUND PRONG FROM POWER CORD NEVER FREE-SPIN A FAN WITH COMPRESSED AIR, Compressed air can spin the fan at far greater speeds than it was designed to operate. This can damage components in your fixture due to the DC voltage created by the fan windings. Your fixture will require regular cleaning to prevent a build up of dust and smoke debris on the optics, housing, fan and heat sink. After disconnection of power, wipe down the fixture with a damp cloth. Allow to fully dry before reconnecting power. Never use alcohol or solvents as this may damage the finish. Use glass cleaner for glass surfaces such as external lens or mirrors. A dry paint brush is an excellent tool to remove surface dust. Be sure to periodically check for loose parts that could damage the fixture or potentially allow the fixture to cause injury. Make sure all overhead and wall installations have a secondary safety device installed such as a safety cable rated for your fixture type and size. Check the power cord as well, make sure there is no damage that could cause electrical shock. Never remove the ground prong on the power cord. The cooling fan and heat sink will eventually need cleaning to remove dust and smoke particles that will build up over time. Failure to do so may result in overheating which could damage your fixture and will shorten the lifespan of the LED lamps. Excessive dust in the fan can also shorten the life of the fan. Only professional repair technicians should perform cleaning of internal parts such as the fan and heat sink. Do not attempt to open and repair this fixture. Please refer to a Colorverse® Lighting authorized service technician for any other problem with your fixture, otherwise you may void your warranty. See www.Colorverse.com/support for more information. FUSE In the event the fuse may need replacement, BE SURE TO POWER OFF your fixture before attempting replacement. Fuse Fuse folder Fuse folder In the event the fuse may need replacement, BE SURE TO POWER OFF your fixture before attempting replacement. To replace the fuse: 1. Using a philips screwdriver, gently press inward and turn counter-clockwise ‘one quarter turn’. The fuse holder will self- eject. 2. Replace the fuse with only the same rated voltage and amperage as the factory fuse. Failure to do so may result in damage to your fixture and void warranty. The fuse rating will be engraved on the metal end of the fuse. Reinsert the new fuse into the fuse holder, and gently press inward and turn clockwise until the fuse holder locks in place. ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 30. ® Operational manual 1 8 x 3 w R G B L E D S t a g e P a r WARRANTY 1. Colorverse® Lighting hereby warrants our products to be free of defects due to manufacturing, materials, and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. This limited warranty shall be valid only if the product is purchased within the 48 contiguous United States and only to the original purchaser. All claims for warranty must be accompanied by proof of purchase from an authorized dealer. 2. For a warranty claim, contact Colorverse® Lighting and obtain an RA number prior to shipping the product. Send the product only to the Colorverse® Lighting company address. Visit Colorverse.com/support for shipping information. Shipping charges are the responsibility of the purchaser. If the requested repairs are deemed to be a valid warranty request, Colorverse® Lighting will pay return shipping charges to an address within the 48 contiguous United States. If the entire fixture is to be returned, it must be in the original package and shipped in a “double-wall box” for proper protection, failure to do so may void warranty and Colorverse® Lighting will have no liability for the safe return thereof. 3. Colorverse® Lighting will replace defective parts at its expense, and cover repair labor by reason of defects in materials and or workmanship. The sole responsibility of Colorverse® Lighting under this warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the warrantied product, at the sole discretion of Colorverse® Lighting. Colorverse® Lighting reserves the right to replace a warrantied product with a similar replacement product of equal value and similar specifications in the event that parts are not available or repairs cannot be made for any reason, solely at the discretion of Colorverse® Lighting. 4. The following may void the warranty: tampering or altering any part on the fixture; evidence of physical damage or shock, dents, etc.; evidence of incorrect supply voltage or water damage; excessive dust build up in the fixture or internal fans which can cause overheating. While under warranty, Colorverse® Lighting products may not be serviced by anyone other than the Colorverse® Lighting service department or authorized technicians. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to properly maintain and service the product as set forth in the operations manual. 5. The purchaser’s and or authorized dealer’s sole remedy shall be such repair or replacement as is expressly provided above in this warranty statement; and under no circumstances shall Colorverse® Lighting be liable for any damage, loss, direct or consequential, arising out of the use of, or inability to use, the warrantied product. 6. Colorverse® Lighting reserves the right to make any changes in design and or improvements to its products without any obligation to include these changes to older products. 7. No warranty, whether expressed or implied, is given or made with respect to any accessory supplied with products described above. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, all implied warranties made by Colorverse® Lighting in connection with this product, including warranties of merchantability or fitness, are limited in duration to the warranty period set forth above. And no warranties, whether expressed or implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness, shall apply to this product after said period has expired. RETURNS No product will be accepted for a warranty claim without first obtaining a return authorization number from Colorverse® Lighting. To obtain a RA#, visit the support page on www.Colorverse.com/support and fill out the appropriate form. ©2010-2014 Colorverse, Inc. - All Rights Reserved 31.