COLORdash™ Accent User Manual Rev. 6
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1. User Manual LORdash TM A r lt j eee 1 k Y x EV K Le FN F p P z A Edition Notes Edition Notes Trademarks Copyright Notice Manual Use Document Printing Intended Audience Disclaimer Document Revision v CHAUVET PROFESSIONAL The COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 covers the description safety precautions installation programming operation and maintenance of the COLORdash Accent Chauvet released this edition of the COLORdash Accent User Manual in April 2015 CHAUVET is a registered trademark of CHAUVET amp Sons Inc d b a CHAUVET or Chauvet The CHAUVET logo in its entirety including the CHAUVET name and the dotted triangle and all other trademarks in this manual pertaining to services products or marketing statements are owned or licensed by Chauvet Any other product names logos brands company names and other trademarks featured or referred to within this document are the property of their respective trademark holders Chauvet owns the content of this User Manual in its entirety including but not limited to pictures logos trademarks and resources Copyright 2015 Chauvet All rights reserved Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America Chauvet authorizes its customers to download and print this manual for professional information purposes only Chauvet ex2. DMX Address Selection When DMX Mode is active DIP Switches 1 to 8 Color Intensity When STATIC Mode is active On Position Off Position DIP Switches 1 to 5 DIP Switches 10 to 12 AUTO Programs Selection Operation Mode When AUTO Mode is active Selection See table below When the product is in DMX mode DIP switches 1 to 9 define the product s starting address When the product is in AUTO mode DIP switches 1 to 5 determine which program will run When the product is in STATIC mode DIP switches 1 to 8 determine the intensity of the LEDs by color 8 COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 CHANI ET Operation PROFESSIONAL Operation DiP10 DIP 11 DIP 12 Function Modes On Of On STATIC Master Off Off AUTO Master On of om Slave Off On Of ARC 1 Off Off Off STAGE Programming is possible to change the product s various operation modes DMX address Auto or Static ogra g mode settings while the product is on Always make sure that you have clear access to the DIP switches on the back of the product for easier product changes Starting Address When any of the DMX modes is active as per the Operation Modes Table you may select the product s starting DMX address 001 512 by setting DIP switches 1 through 9 as per the table below DIP Switch 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Value 1 2 4 8 16 32 64 128 256 Procedure 1 Ys
3. 60 A set of mutually exclusive values in the text 10 A DIP switch to be configured lt SET gt A button on the product s control panel Settings A product function or a menu option MENU gt Settings A sequence of menu options 1 10 A range of menu values from which to choose in a menu Yes No A set of two mutually exclusive menu options in a menu ON A unique value to be entered or selected in a menu Symbols Symbols Meaning Critical installation configuration or operation information Failure to comply with this information may cause the product not to work damage third party equipment or cause harm to the operator Important installation or configuration information Failure to comply with this information may keep the product from working A Useful information The term DMX used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512 A digital data transmission protocol COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 y Product At A Glance Safety Notes Personal Safety Mounting And Rigging Power And Wiring Operation Expected LED Lifespan PROFESSIONAL Use on Dimmer Auto Programs X P Auto Ranging Power X un P OP x P Outdoor Use Master Slave Replaceable Fuse Breaker User Serviceable X DMX Read all the following Safety Notes before working with this product These notes include important information about the installation usage and maintenance of this product This product contains no
4. device using a safety cable For our Chauvet line of safety cables go to http trusst com products Procedure The COLORdash Accent comes with a double bracketed yoke to which you can either attach mounting clamps for hanging or simply use as a floor stand You must supply your own mounting clamps Make sure the clamps are capable of supporting the weight of this product Use at least one mounting point per product For our Chauvet line of mounting clamps go to http trusst com products Mounting Diagram Floor Mounting Overhead Mounting COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 7 PROFESSIONAL 4 OPERATION Control Panel The COLORdash Accent has a basic control panel which consists of a single 12 switch dual in line package DIP switch module Each of the individual switches has a number DIP switch Description 1 through 12 The only function of DIP switches 10 through 12 is to set the product s operation mode The function of DIP switches 1 to 9 will vary depending on which operation mode you have selected The diagram below shows the DIP Switch Assignments The Operation Modes table shows the DIP switch setting to enable the various operating modes for the COLORdash Accent Control You can set the COLORdash Accent starting address in the 001 512 DMX range This Options enables control of up to 56 products in the 9 channel STAGE1 personality Dip Switch Assignments DIP Switches 1 to 9
5. e 10 through 12 to select a DMX operation mode as per the Operation odes Table 2 Select the desired starting address 001 512 by setting DIP switches 1 through 9 to ON or OFF until the sum of the value of the DIP switches in the ON position matches the desired address number 3 Refer to the examples below for more information Starting Address These three examples are for STAGE1 DMX mode Therefore in all three cases DIP switches Examples 10 11 and 12 are set to OFF a s select DMX Address 1 set DIP switch 1 to ON a DIP TR 2 3 4 3 6 8 9 1001112 b To select DMX Address 64 set DIP switch 7 to ON DIP mi 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 c To select DMX Address 31 set DIP switches 1 2 3 4 and 5 to ON DIP el 2 3 4 3 6 8 9 10 11 12 i If you are not familiar with or need more information about DMX standards or the DMX cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller download the DMX Primer from the Chauvet website www chauvetprofessional com COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 9 STATIC Mode When selecting the Static mode the COLORdash Accent can be set up to various colors and intensities without a DMX controller by using DIP switches 1 through 8 as per the tables below STATIC Mode Red Green Blue White configuration opswe p pp m Bl msi m m 0 on 30 On Of On Of On
6. in this manual or on the product s specification label To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan during periods of non use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it Never connect this product to a dimmer pack or rheostat Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable Do not operate this product if you see damage on the housing lenses or cables Have the damaged parts replaced by an authorized technician at once Do not cover the ventilation slots when operating to avoid internal overheating The maximum ambient temperature is 113 F 45 C Do not operate this product at a higher temperature In case of a serious operating problem stop using this product immediately In the unlikely event that your Chauvet product may require service contact Chauvet Technical Support LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time mostly because of heat Packaged in clusters LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in ideal single LED conditions For this reason using clustered LEDs at their fullest intensity significantly reduces the LEDs lifespan Under normal conditions this lifespan can be 40 000 to 50 000 hours If extending this lifespan is vital lower the operating temperature by improving the ventilation around the product and reducing the ambient temperature to an optimal operating range In addition limiting the overall projection intensity may also help
7. to extend the LEDs lifespan COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 El Introduction 2 INTRODUCTION Description The COLORdash Accent is a small LED based DMX controllable wash light designed for indoor applications The COLORdash Accent is a high power high luminance LED wash product This product consists of a small aluminum casing that houses the internal power supply the main control the control panel the LED drivers the LED boards as well as the power and signal connectors The COLORdash Accent includes one double bracketed yoke that can be both a floor mount and hanging support Features 3 4 or 9 channel RGBW LED wash product Operating modes 3 channel RGB control 4 channel RGBW 9 channel RGBW dimmer strobe macro auto auto speed RGBW color mixing with or without DMX controller Direct DMX input and output Automatic programs with or without DMX controller Static control with or without DMX controller 0 100 dimmer Macros Master Slave operation Lightweight black aluminum casing Natural convection cooling no fans High power 1 W 350 mA LEDs Double bracketed yoke that doubles as a floor stand COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 3 Introduction Overview x TNT FE m sil LE Z Bracket hi Adjustment Knob LED 7 VI Power In pe M In Out Front View Top View Double Bracketed Yoke Control Panel Rear View Side View
8. to operate in Slave mode During Master Slave operation the slaves will operate in unison with the master DO NOT connect a DMX controller to products operating in Master Slave mode The DMX controller signals may interfere with the signals from the master The Operation section of this manual provides detailed instructions on how to configure the master and slaves COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 Mounting Before mounting this product read and follow the Safety Notes For our Chauvet line of mounting clamps go to http trusst com products Orientation Always mount this product in a safe position and make sure there is adequate room for ventilation configuration and maintenance Rigging Chauvet recommends using the following general guidelines when mounting this product When selecting an installation location consider easy access to this product for operation programming adjustments and routine maintenance The product is not intended for permanent installation Make sure to mount this product away from any flammable material as indicated in the Safety Notes Never mount in places where rain high humidity extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation may affect the product If hanging this product make sure that the mounting location can support the product s weight See the Technical Specifications for the weight bearing requirements of this product When hanging this product always secure to a fastening
9. 3 061U 070 Auto 4 071U 080 Auto 5 081U 090 6 091U 100 Auto 7 101U 110 Auto 8 111U 120 Auto 9 121U 130 Auto 10 131U 140 Auto 11 141U 150 Auto 12 151U 160 Auto 13 1610 170 Auto 14 8 Programs 171U 180 Auto 15 181U 190 Auto 16 191U 200 Auto 17 201U 210 Auto 18 211U 220 Auto 19 221U 223 Auto 20 Red 224U 226 Auto 21 Red amp Green 227U 229 Auto 22 Red amp Blue 230U 232 Auto 23 Red amp White 233U 235 Auto 24 Green 236U 238 Auto 25 Green amp Blue 239U 241 Auto 26 Green amp White 242U 244 Auto 27 Blue 245U 247 Auto 28 Blue amp White 248U 250 Auto 29 White 251U 253 Auto 30 Red amp Green amp Blue 254U 255 Auto 31 Red amp Green amp Blue amp White 9 Auto Speed 000 255 Only when Auto 0 19 in Ch 8 is activated ARC 1 Channel Function Value 1 89 0000255 0 100 2 Green 0000 255 0 100 3 Blue 0000 255 0 100 ARC 2 Channel Function Value 1 84 9 00025 0 100 2 Green 0000 255 0 100 3 Blue 0000 255 0 100 4 White 0000 255 0 100 Percent Setting Percent Setting COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 Technical Specifications 5 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Product To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear you should clean this product frequently Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining the cleaning frequency Maintenance As a rule clean thi
10. 8 EEE GOLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 Dimensions 2 5 in 65 mm COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 5 Setup 3 SETUP AC Power D AC Plug DMX Linking DMX Personalities Master Slave Connectivity h CHAUVET PROFESS AL Each COLORdash Accent has an auto ranging power supply that works with an input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC 50 60 Hz To determine the power requirements for each COLORdash Accent refer to the label affixed to the product You can also refer to the Technical Specifications chart in this manual The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation For more information you may download Sizing Circuit Breakers from the Chauvet website www chauvetprofessional com Always connect this product to a protected circuit with an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan during periods of non use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it Never connect this product to a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100 switch The COLORdash M Accent comes with a hard wired power input cord terminated with an Edison plug The product side of this power cord enters the product through a strain reliever rubber boot and it cannot be disconnected f
11. Of Of 60 Of On Of On Of On Of On 100 96 On On On On On On On On Procedure 1 Set DIP switches 10 and 12 to ON and DIP switch 11 to OFF to select Static Mode 2 Select the color intensity as indicated in the STATIC Mode Configuration table above Auto Mode allows the user to select one of the 32 preset programs 0 31 on each individual AUTO Mode COLORdash Accent Dip Switch 1 2 3 4 5 Value 1 2 4 8 16 Set DIP switches 10 and 11 to OFF and DIP switch 12 to ON Auto Mode 2 Select the desired program 0 31 by setting DIP switches 1 through 5 to ON or OFF until the sum of the value of the DIP switches in the ON position matches the desired program number 3 Refer to the examples below for more information Auto Mode a To select Auto program 0 set DIP switches 1 through 5 to OFF and DIP switch 12 Examples to ON Procedure 586 8 9 10 1112 To select Auto program 9 set DIP switches 1 4 and 12 to ON DIP uu mun 2 3 45 6 7 858 9 101112 Master Slave The Master Slave mode allows a group of COLORdash Accents the slave products to simultaneously duplicate the output of another COLORdash Accent the master product without a DMX controller a Connect all COLORdash Accents in a daisy chain b Setup the first product in the daisy chain Master as explained in STATIC Mode or AUTO Mode c On the rest of the COLORd
12. PRHNERT E 10 q GN E RR NON RA A HRN 10 E Y PERLES Tp 10 DNS MCL OS scent oa ada HR O O suatus 11 5 Technical 1011 31111 111 13 aia 13 ProquectMealitenancS siii 13 6 Technical gt pecllic aon Sears EN 14 FORU S Sta Do n H 15 Contact US css 16 COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 HHR Before You Begin 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What Is COLORdash Accent Warranty Card Included Quick Reference Guide Claims Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the box to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition If the box or the contents the product and included accessories appear damaged from shipping or show signs of mishandling notify the carrier immediately not Chauvet Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim In addition keep the box and contents for inspection For other issues such as missing components or parts damage not related to shipping or concealed damage file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery Manual Convention Meaning Conventions 1 512 A range of values in the text 50
13. ash Accents set DIP switch 10 to ON The master product is the one that runs a program whether in Auto or Static mode Do not connect a DMX controller to the products configured for Master Slave operation The DMX controller may interfere with signals from the master product The master product should be the first product in the daisy chain TTT COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 Operation DMX Values STAGE1 Channel Function Value Percent Setting 1 Dimmer 0000 255 0 100 2 Red 000U255 0 100 3 Green 000 255 0 100 4 Bue 000U255 0 100 5 0 100 000 010 No function 011U 035 R 100 036 060 R 100 0 061U 085 0 086 110 R 0 111 135 0 100 1360 160 R 100 161 185 8 100 Color Macro White 186U 210 R 100 0 Balance 2110 215 White 1 2160 220 White 2 2210 225 White 3 226U 230 White 4 231U 235 White 5 236U 240 White 6 241U 245 White 7 246U 250 White 8 251U 255 White 9 000U 009 No Function 010U 255 0 20 Hz 0 100 100 100 100 0 0 100 100 100 100 0 0 100 100 0 100 100 0 UJ UJ UJ UJ UJ 3 O9 UJ 7 Strobe COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev E Operation DMX Values Cont STAGE1 Channel Function Value v CHAUYE PROFESSIONAL Percent Setting Cont 0000 020 No Function 021U 030 Auto 0 031U 040 Auto 1 041U 050 Auto 2 051U 060 Auto
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15. ntity Current Red 2 350 mA Green 2 350 mA Blue 2 350 mA White 1 350 mA Photometrics Parameter Standard 182 Optics luminance 5 m 153 lux Beam angle 20 Field angle o Thermal Max External Temperature Cooling System 113 45 C Convection DMX I O Connectors Connector Type Channel Range 3 pin XLR Sockets 3 40r 9 Ordering Product Name Item Code UPC Number COLORdash Accent 010301 11 781462203825 CONFORMS ri ISTE No 166 3144482 TG UL STD 1573 _ CERTIFIED TO US csASTD C22 m A RoHS 2 COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 Returns You must send the product prepaid in the original box and with the original packing and accessories Chauvet will not issue call tags Call Chauvet and request a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number before shipping the product Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause s for the return Clearly label the package with an RMA number Chauvet will refuse any product returned without an RMA number DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box Instead write it on a properly affixed label Once you have received the RMA number include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box Your name Your address Your phone number The RMA number A brief description of the problem s Be sure to pack the product properly Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging will be the cu
16. pressly prohibits the usage copy storage distribution modification or printing of this manual or its content for any other purpose without written consent from Chauvet For better results print this document in color on letter size paper 8 5 x 11 in double sided If using A4 paper 210 x 297 mm configure your printer to scale the content accordingly Any person in charge of installing operating and or maintaining this product should completely read through the guide that shipped with the product as well as this manual before installing operating or maintaining this product Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects However Chauvet assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions in this document Chauvet reserves the right to revise and make changes to the content of this document without obligation that Chauvet notify any person or company of such revision or changes This does not in any way constitute a commitment by Chauvet to make such changes Chauvet may issue a revision of this manual or a new edition to incorporate such changes The COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 supersedes all previous versions of this manual Discard any older versions of this manual and replace with this version Go to www chauveiprofessional com for the latest version Author Date Editor Date D Couppe 4 2 15 M Trouard 4 21 15 COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 Table of Content
17. rom the product If the power input cord that came with your product has no plug or if you need to change the Edison plug use the table below to wire the new plug Connection Wire U S Wire Europe Screw Color AC Live Yellow or Brass AC Neutral Sive AC Ground Green Yellow Green Yellow Green You can link the COLORdash Accent to a DMX controller using a 3 pin DMX connection If using other DMX compatible products with the COLORdash Accent you can control each individually with a single DMX controller The COLORdash Accent uses a 3 pin DMX data connection for the STAGE1 ARC 1 and ARC 2 DMX personalities Refer to the Introduction chapter for a brief description of each DMX personality Refer to the Operation chapter to learn how to configure the COLORdash Accent to work in these personalities The DMX Values section provides you with detailed information regarding the DMX personalities If you are not familiar with or need more information about DMX standards Master Slave connectivity or the DMX cables needed to link this product to a DMX controller download the DMX Primer from the Chauvet website www chauvetprofessional com The Master Slave mode allows a COLORdash Accent the master to control one or more COLORdash Accents the slaves without DMX controller One COLORdash Accent becomes the master when running an auto program or by being in a Static mode You must configure each slave s control panel
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19. s product at least twice a month Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating This can lead to reduced light source life and increased mechanical wear To clean your product i 2 3 4 6 Unplug the product from power Wait until the product is at room temperature Use a vacuum or dry compressed air and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external vents Clean all external surfaces with a mild solution of non ammonia glass cleaner or isopropyl alcohol Apply the solution directly to a soft lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue Wipe any dirt or grime to the outside edges of the lens surface Gently polish the lens surfaces until they are free of haze and lint O Always dry the external surfaces thoroughly and carefully after cleaning them COLORdash Accent User Manual Rev 6 13 PROFESSIONAL 6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Length Width Height Weight Weight 2 9 in 174 mm 4 3 in 108 mm 2 5 in 65 mm 1 5 lb 0 6 kg Note Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit Power Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection Switching internal 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Auto ranging Parameter 120 VAC 60 Hz 230 VAC 50 Hz Consumption 10W 10W Current 0 1 0 1 A Power I O U S Canada Worldwide Power input connector Hard wired Hard wired Power cord plug Edison U S Local plug Light Source Type Power Lifespan LED 1W 50 000 hours Color Qua
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21. user serviceable parts Any reference to servicing in this User Manual will only apply to properly trained Chauvet certified technicians Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this product Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on Always disconnect this product from its power source before servicing Always connect this product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution Do not touch this product s housing during operation because it may be very hot The product is not intended for permanent installation This product is for indoor use only To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose this product to rain or moisture IP20 CAUTION When transferring product from extreme temperature environments e g cold truck to warm humid ballroom condensation may form on the internal electronics of the product To avoid causing a failure allow product to fully acclimate to the surrounding environment before connecting it to power Mount this product in a location with adequate ventilation at least 20 in 50 cm from adjacent surfaces Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while it is operating When hanging this product always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable Always make sure you are connecting this product to the proper voltage in accordance with the specifications
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