ColorBlast 12 Powercore User Guide
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1. x 2 A SA COLORBLAST 12 a POWERCORE KINETICS USER GUIDE COLOR KINETICS INCORPORATED 10 MILK STREET SUITE 1100 e BOSTON MA 02108 USA CHROMACORE aeo FILL HER BY COLOR KINETICS TEL 617 423 9999 POWERCORE Fax 617 423 9998 BY COLOR KINETICS INFO COLORKINETICS COM r WWW COLORKINETICS COM O P T l B l N BY COLOR KINETICS ITEM 123 000005 00 UL White Frosted Lens xe DRY 123 000005 01 UL Black Frosted Lens 123 000005 02 EU White Frosted Lens DAMP 123 000005 03 EU Black Frosted Lens 123 000005 04 UL White Clear Lens On WET 123 000005 05 UL Black Clear Lens 123 000005 06 EU White Clear Lens 123 000005 07 EU Black Clear Lens This product is protected by one or more of the following patents U S Patent Nos 6 016 038 6 150 774 and other patents listed at http colorkinetics com patents Other patents pending 2005 2006 Color Kinetics Incorporated All rights reserved Chromacore Chromasic Color Kinetics the Color Kinetics logo ColorBlast ColorBlaze ColorBurst ColorCast ColorPlay ColorScape Direct Light iColor iColor Cove iPlayer Optibin Powercore QuickPlay Sauce c us the Sauce logo and Smartjuice are registered trademarks and DiMand EssentialWhite eW IntelliWhite iW and Light Without Limits are trademarks of Color Kinetics Incorporated LISTED PUB 000130 00 Rev 02 NRE Specifications subject to change without notice INTRODUCTION Color Kinetics Col2. Fig 6 for fixture to Data Enabler wire color correspondence Fig 6 DATA ENABLER From Power Source i LINE BLACK BROWN EU NEUTRAL WHITE GRAY EU GROUND GREEN YELLOW DATA RED BLACK EU D Bo DMX ETHERNET IN Not Available For Ethernet Attaching the Safety Cable Each fixture is designed for use with a safety cable When dictated by local or state code or by a Structural Engineer attach a safety cable from the fixture to the mounting surface 1 Located on the back of the ColorBlast 12 Powercore fixture is a safety cable bracket See Fig 5 Daisy Chain Wiring After fixtures are installed and fixture to fixture wiring is complete run the leader cable from the first fixture in the daisy chain run to Data Enabler See Fig 7 Fig 5 END USER SPECIFIES REQUIRED END TERMINATOR AND ANCHORING Fig 7 Daisy Chain Connection Maximum run length from Data Enabler to last fixture in series 175 feet 53 m 12AWG 4 Conductor Stranded Copper Cable 100 240VAC Ap i DMX OUT o DMX Ethernet IN a 1 E mi p fal erne CAT5 6 O of CAT5 CAT5e RJ45 Data Out is not Controller available for Ethernet Addressing the Fixtures The ColorBlast 12 Powercore fixtures are pre addressed to l
3. chained series or each fixture can be home run to a common junction box WARNING When installing ColorBlast 12 Powercore fixtures the input earth ground canopy earth ground and the fixture cable earth ground must all be connected together Failure to make these connections could result is death or serious injury Through Base Cable Assembly For all installations where the cable must go through the canopy base follow the directions below to prevent cable damage and to create a water tight seal for outdoor installations 1 Screw the liquid tight fitting into the canopy base The O ring must be seated against the canopy opening to ensure a water tight seal 2 Insert the fixture cable through the dome nut Loosen dome nut if necessary Pull the cable through the fitting Leave enough cable above the fitting to ensure full fixture head rotation 3 Tighten dome nut to seal the cable After 24 hours tighten the dome nut again to ensure proper sealing force and water tight Daisy Chain Fixtures 1 Pull 12AWG 4 conductor stranded copper wiring between junction boxes in a series The maximum cable run from Data Enabler to the last fixture in a series is 175 feet 53 m 2 Trim fixture cable to fit in junction box leaving enough cable to make wiring connections 3 Use wire nuts to connect line Black Brown neutral White Gray ground Green Yel and data Red Black NOTE For outdoor installations
4. insert fixture cable through junction box gasket before making wire connections 4 Tuck wire connections into junction box and use provided screws to attach the fixture to the junction box See Fig 2 NOTE For outdoor installations ensure that the gasket is compressed evenly for a water tight installation Fig 2 Daisy Chain Connection Maximum run length from Data Enabler to last fixture in series 175 feet 53 m O O 12AWG 4 conductor Stranded Copper Cable From Data Enabler Home Run Fixtures 1 Pull 12AWG 4 conductor stranded copper wiring from Data Enabler to a common junction box and from the common junction box to each fixture s junction box The maximum cable run from Data Enabler to any fixture in a series is 175 feet 53 m and the maximum total cable run is 400 feet 122 m 2 Trim fixture cable to fit in junction box leaving enough cable to make wiring connections 3 Use wire nuts to connect line Black Brown neutral White Gray ground Green Yel and data Red Black NOTE For outdoor installations insert fixture cable through junction box gasket before making wire connections 4 Tuck wire connections into junction box and use provided screws to attach the fixtures to junction boxes NOTE For outdoor installations ensure that the gasket is compressed evenly for a water tight installation 5 In the common junction box connect the wires from each fixture to
5. the lead wire from Data Enabler See Fig 3 Fig 3 Home Run Connection 12AWG 4 conductor Stranded Copper Cable Home Run To Common Junction Maximum run length from Data Enabler to any fixture 175 feet 53 m Maximum total cable run 400 feet 122 m 2 Remove the two screws that attach the cable bracket to the fix ture Loop the safety cable over the cable bracket and reattach to the fixture 3 Attach the safety cable to the mounting surface For the proper mounting method of the safety cable to the installation surface refer to a Structural Engineer or applicable standards for your specific application The safety cables used in the installation should meet the following minimal requirements MATERIAL 316 Stainless Steel SIZE 5 64 inch 0 78 inch nominal diameter or larger minimum break load must be greater than 400 pounds Maximum diameter is 3 16 inch CONSTRUCTION 7 x 7 49 wires performed stranded END TERMINATIONS Determined by installer and or owner MOUNTING METHOD Determined by installer or owner Installing the Data Enabler Home Run Wiring After fixtures are installed and each fixture is wired to the leader cable in a common junction box run the leader cable from the first fixture in the daisy chain run to Data Enabler See Fig 8 WARNING Turn off power before installing Data Enabler or ColorBlast 12 Powercore Failure to do so could result in death or ser
6. Data Enabler after installing ColorBlast 12 Powercore fixtures Refer to the Data Enabler Installation Guide STEPS TO A SUCCESSFUL INSTALLATION 1 Record serial numbers and identify fixtures as you unpack them 2 Install the fixtures 3 Install the Data Enablers A Connect power and data from the Data Enabler to the fixtures 5 Address the fixtures Recording Serial Numbers 1 As you unpack the fixtures record the serial numbers Each ColorBlast 12 Powercore has a unique serial number programmed at the time of manufacture 2 Write the serial numbers onto a Mapping Grid or use a bar code scanner along with Color Kinetics Serial Addressing Software to record each serial number Color Kinetics Serial Addressing Software and instructions are located at www colorkinetics com support downloads 3 Using the Layout Plan assign the fixture to a layout position in the installation 4 Using a weatherproof label identify the fixtures installation positions based on the Layout Plan Place the identifying label in an inconspicuous location noting the order or placement in the installation This step not only minimizes installation mistakes but aids in postinstallation programming of your light shows Installing ColorBlast 12 Powercore ColorBlast 12 Powercore fixtures are junction box mounted Ensure that the junction box used in your installation is suitable for the environment ColorBlast 12 Powercore can be installed in a daisy
7. ORBLAST 12 POWERCORE SPECIFICATIONS COLOR RANGE 16 7 million 24 bit additive RGB colors continuously variable intensity output range SOURCE 36 high intensity RGB LEDs BEAM ANGLE 10 clear lens 23 ground lens HOUSING Die cast aluminum powder coated LENS Soft focus tempered glass or clear tempered glass CONNECTORS Unified power and data cable LISTINGS UL cUL CE Communication Specifications DATA INTERFACE Color Kinetics Data Enabler CONTROL Color Kinetics full line of controllers including Light System Manager or other DMX512 RS485 sources Electrical Specifications INPUT 100 240VAC 50 60 Hz POWER CONSUMPTION SOW 110 240VAC 60W 100VAC POWER FACTOR 0 95 or greater 120VAC Environmental Specifications TEMPERATURE RANGE 40 F to 122 F 40 C to 50 C operating temperature A F to 122 F 20 C to 50 C starting temperature PROTECTION RATING IP66 Suitable for wet locations LED Source Life lIn traditional lamp sources lifetime is defined as the point at which 50 of the lamps fail This is also termed Mean Time Between Failure MTBF LEDs are semiconductor devices and have a much longer MTBF than conventional sources However MTBF is not the only consideration in determining useful life Color Kinetics uses the concept of useful light output for rating source lifetimes Like traditional sources LED output degrades over time lumen depreciation and this is the metric for SSL lifetime LED lumen depr
8. a ColorBlast 12 Powercore installation Color Kinetics suggests doing the following e Consult an Electrical Inspector to review all wiring plans e Refer to local and state codes for installation compliance e Create a Layout Plan drawing e Create a Mapping Grid Use this grid to record serial numbers for easy reference and addressing e Consult Color Kinetics Application Engineering Services as need ed at www support colorkinetics com e Get detailed wiring diagrams and additional support from www colorkinetics com support Installation Considerations e The location of Data Enabler in relationship to lights The maximum distance that the Data Enabler can be located from the last fixture in a series or each individual fixture in a home run installation is 175 feet 53 m The maximum total cable run is 400 feet 122 m Calculate the number of fixtures per Data Enabler Use the Configuration Calculator located at www colorkinetics com support install_tool to calculate the number of fixtures you can put on a Data Enabler The fixtures to Data Enabler ratio is determined by the parameters of your installation Installation parameters include all or part of the following line voltage circuit load voltage drop and cable lengths e Location of the fixture and method of attaching Mounting hardware is dictated by the mounting surface Ensure that the hardware used is appropriate for the mounting surface e Install and wire the
9. eciation is affected by numerous environmental conditions such as ambient temperature humidity and ventilation Lumen depreciation is also affected by means of control thermal management current levels and a host of other electrical design considerations Color Kinetics systems are expertly engineered to optimize LED life when used under normal operating conditions Lumen depreciation information is based on LED manufacturers source life data as well as other third party testing Low temperatures and controlled effects have a beneficial effect on lumen depreciation Overall system lifetime could vary substantially based on usage and the environment in which the system is installed Temperature and effects will affect lifetime Color Kinetics rates product lifetime using lumen depreciation to 50 of original light output When the fixture is running at room temperature using a color wash effect the range of lifetime is in the range of 80 000 100 000 hours This is LED manufacturers test data High output is defined as any LED device that is 1 2 watt or above For more detailed information on source life please see www colorkinetics com lifetime Warranty This product is sold pursuant to CK s Standard Terms and Conditions the T amp Cs which may be found at http colorkinetics com howtobuy buy terms and which contain important provisions including among others Limited Warranty exclusions and limita tions on CK s liability f
10. here is some anecdotal evidence that strobe lighting may induce epileptic symptoms in certain susceptible individuals although no associated product warnings have been issued by United States government according to the Food and Drug Administration If strobe lights are used some international regulatory agencies recommend keeping flicker rates at or below four flashes per sec ond as less of the flicker sensitive population will then be at risk of an attack This flicker rate applies only to the overall output of any group of lights in direct view However when more than one strobe light is used the flashes should be synchronized End users should also consider issuing a warning alerting audience or viewers to the presence of strobe lighting Temperature Monitoring For protection from extreme temperatures ColorBlast 12 Powercore has been designed with a temperature monitoring feature If operat ing temperatures rise to an unsafe level a compensation circuit is triggered and the ColorBlast 12 Powercore operation is interrupted causing the lights to turn dull red After 30 minutes the lights will auto cycle and return to full intensity To prevent additional power shutdowns determine the cause of the overheating and correct the problem If any problems occur during usage unplug the product immediately and call or email Color Kinetics Technical Support Group at 1 888 FULL RGB or 617 423 9999 or support colorkinetics com COL
11. ight number 1 at the time of manufacture Address each fixture with a new light number as needed using one of the following methods ZAPI Use Color Kinetics Zapi to reset the DMX address for each serial number Refer to the Zapi User Guide for step by step addressing instructions sas When using a PC with iPlayer 2 or a PC with Smart Jack 3 to address the serial numbers download the Serial Addressing Software and instructions from www colorkinetics com support LIGHT SYSTEM COMPOSER When using ColorBlast 12 Powercore fixtures in an Ethernet application the lights can be addressed after installation using the Light System Composer software Setting the DMX Address Using Zapi SAS or Light System Composer 1 After installing ColorBlast 12 Powercore and Data Enabler con nect power to system 2 Attach the DMX interface Zapi iPlayer 2 or Smart Jack 3 to the DMX Ethernet IN port on Data Enabler or attach the Light System Manager Ethernet system to the DMX Ethernet IN port on Data Enabler 3 Using Zapi or Serial Addressing Software SAS set the light address for each fixture by entering the serial number 4 Using Light System Composer software discover and address all lights attached fo the Ethernet system ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Using a soft cloth clean surface with mild soap and water or window cleaner Lubricating As needed apply light household oil to the hinges IMPORTANT INFORMATION Strobe Warning T
12. ious injury Fig 8 Home Run Connection Maximum run length from Data Enabler to any fixture 175 feet 53 m Maximum total cable run 400 feet 122 m 12AWG 4 conductor Stranded Copper Cable Home Run To Common Junction Box 100 240VAC A in o e DMX OUT n i P A DMX Ethernet IN c ia f 5 controller Cas eI D CAT5 CATSe RJ45 Positioning Fixtures Rotate the light fixture to the desired position Using the provided hex key wrench tighten the set screws located on the base to lock in place Tilt the fixture to the desired angle and tighten the set screws located on the front of housing to lock See Fig 4 for loca tion of set screws NOTE For permanent installations use thread locker to prevent loos ening Fig 4 Aim fixture and lock in place FRONT VIEW Rotate fixture at base lock in place Determine number of Data Enablers needed for your installation and the location of each Use the Configuration Calculator located at www colorkinetics com support install_tool to calculate the number of Data Enablers required for your installation NOTE Install Data Enabler according to state and local codes Run power and data to Data Enabler and make connections Refer to the Data Enabler Installation Guide for complete instructions Connecting Fixtures to the Data Enabler Refer to the
13. ns given in this user guide WARNING ColorBlast 12 Powercore has line voltage risk of shock and no user serviceable parts Do not attempt to open the fixture CAUTION Use appropriate materials and mounting methods to support the fixture adequately CAUTION Do not exceed the specified voltage and current input CAUTION Do not exceed the maximum number of specified fixtures in a light run CAUTION Do not use sharp fools near or on the fixture lens CAUTION Do not hot swap Ensure that power to the fixture is off before connecting or disconnecting fixtures CAUTION ColorBlast 12 Powercore is a Class 2 LED product with LED radiation Do not stare into beam or view directly with optical instruments NOTE The instructions and precautions set forth in this user guide are not necessarily all inclusive all conceivable or relevant to alll applications as Color Kinetics cannot anticipate all conceivable or unique situations Owner User Responsibilities It is the responsibility of the contractor installer purchaser owner and user to install maintain and operate ColorBlast 12 Powercore in such a manner as to comply with all state and local laws ordi nances regulations and the American National Standard Institute Safety Code PLANNING THE INSTALLATION ColorBlast 12 Powercore installation requires planning to ensure a timely successful installation with minimal complications and down time Planning Suggestions When planning
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15. orBlast 12 Powercore marries Color Kinetics popular ColorBlast 12 with Powercore technology This combi nation offers wall washing wall grazing spot lighting and large alcove lighting in an easy to install Powercore based fixture This guide contains important information on planning installing and operating your new ColorBlast 12 Powercore For your protec tion read it carefully and save it for future reference Included In This Box e ColorBlast 12 Powercore e 2 8 32 screws for indoor installations e 4 10 24 stainless steel screws for outdoor installations e 1 3 32 hex key wrench e User Guide Additional Items Needed e A Electrical junction box rated for your application with 3 5 center to center distance for mounting locations Refer to the man ufacturer s literature for additional items required for mounting or sealing e Data Enabler Item 106 000003 04 05 e Controller Color Kinetics or DMX compatible e Light addressing tool Color Kinetics Zapi Item 103 000005 00 US 103 000005 01 EU or Serial Addressing Software SAS with iPlayer 2 or Smart Jack 3 e 12 AWG 4 conductor copper wire e Conduit and hubs as required Optional Items e 3 16 OD braided safety cable and hardware as required Scope of This User Guide The goal of this user guide is to explain in an easily understood language the necessary steps to install ColorBlast 12 Powercore and assure peak performance Its intended
16. use is for reference only by persons who are fully qualified This document should never be considered a substitute for any provisions of a regulation or state and or local code Identification and Warnings of Safety Hazards In accordance with ANSI Z535 4 2002 the following system identifies the severity of the hazards associated with the products DANGER Imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or property dam age Also used to alert against unsafe practices IGNORING A HAZARD WILL VOID ANY WARRANTY DANGER Ensure that main power supply is off before installing or wiring ColorBlast 12 Powercore DANGER ColorBlast 12 Powercore must be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with NEC and relevant local codes WARNING Do not attempt fo install or use ColorBlast 12 Powercore until you read and understand the installation instructions and safety labels WARNING Do not use ColorBlast 12 Powercore if the lens housing or power cables are damaged WARNING As dictated by a Structural Engineer and or local code install safety cables to ColorBlast 12 Powercore fixtures WARNING When using safety cables ensure that they comply to the specificatio
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