Chauvet Colorado Quick start guide

Brand: Chauvet

Model: Colorado

Category: Stroboscopes & disco lights

Type: Quick start guide

This manual is also suitable for

COLORado 1

Chauvet Colorado is a powerful and versatile lighting fixture designed for professional use in concerts, theatrical productions, and other live events. With its compact size, rugged construction, and impressive output, the Colorado is a great choice for lighting designers who need a versatile fixture that can be used in a variety of applications. The fixture features a 36-watt LED engine that produces a bright, even beam of light that can be easily shaped and controlled using the included lenses and gobos.

Technical Information

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Technical Specifications

WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS

Length ......................................................................................................... 9.6 in (245 mm)

Width ........................................................................................................... 9.6 in (245 mm)

Height .......................................................................................................... 7.9 in (200 mm)

Weight .............................................................................................................. 8.8 lbs (4 kg)

POWER

Operating Voltage ............................................................................... 100~240 V, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption ............................. 43.4 W (0.6 A) @ 120 V, 43.4 W (0.37 A) @ 230 V

Inrush Power ......................................................................... 0.4 A @ 120 V, 0.6 A@ 230 V

Power Factor .......................................................................... 0.52 @ 120 V, 0.61 @ 230 V

Power Output (power linking) ............. 20 units max @ 110 VAC, 40 units max @ 230 VAC

LIGHT SOURCE

LED .......................................................................... 36 x 1 W (12 Red, 12 Green, 12 Blue)

PHOTO OPTIC

Illuminance at 1 m (with included 15 degree lenses) ........................... 1,370 fc (14,741 lux)

Illuminance at 1 m (with optional 30 degree lenses) ................................. 385 fc (3,414 lux)

Beam Angle (with included 15 degree lenses) ............................................................. 11.6°

Field Angle (with included 15 degree lenses) ................................................................. 24°

Beam Angle (with optional 30 degree lenses) ............................................................. 24.8°

Field Angle (with optional 30 degree lenses) ............................................................... 46.5°

THERMAL

Maximum ambient temperature .................................................................... 104° F (40° C)

INGRESS PROTECTION

Rating ............................................................................................................................ IP66

FUSE

Internal PCB ................................................................ 20 mm, glass, 2 A, 250 V, Fast Blow

CONTROL & PROGRAMMING

Data input ............................................................................. locking 3-pin XLR male socket

Data output........................................................................ locking 3-pin XLR female socket

Data pin configuration ........................................................... pin 1 shield, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+)

Protocols .................................................................................................. USITT DMX512-A

DMX Channels ...................................................................................................... 3, 4 and 9

ORDERING INFORMATION

COLORado 1 Black....................................................................................... COLORado1B

COLORado 1 Silver ...................................................................................... COLORado1S

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Warranty........................................................................................... 2-year limited warranty

Quick Start Guide

Table of Contents

COLORado 1 Quick Start Guide Rev. 02b

Table of Contents

1. Before you Begin ............................................................................ 1

What is included ............................................................................................. 1

About this Guide ............................................................................................. 1

Unpacking ....................................................................................................... 1

Text Conventions ........................................................................................... 1

Icons ............................................................................................................... 1

Safety Notes ................................................................................................... 2

2. Introduction ..................................................................................... 3

Fixture at a Glance ......................................................................................... 3

Features ......................................................................................................... 3

Product Dimensions ....................................................................................... 4

3. Setup ................................................................................................ 5

AC Power ....................................................................................................... 5

DMX Linking ................................................................................................... 5

Mounting ......................................................................................................... 6

4. Operation ......................................................................................... 7

Control Panel Description ............................................................................... 7

Navigation ....................................................................................................... 7

Control Options .............................................................................................. 7

Menu Functions .............................................................................................. 8

Menu Map ....................................................................................................... 9

DMX Values.................................................................................................. 10

5. Technical Information .................................................................. 13

General Maintenance ................................................................................... 13

Repairs ......................................................................................................... 13

Returns Procedure ....................................................................................... 13

Claims ........................................................................................................... 13

Technical Specifications ............................................................................... 14

Technical Information

COLORado 1 Quick Start Guide Rev. 02b 13

5. Technical Information

General

Maintenance

Download the COLORado™ 1 User Manual and refer to its Technical

Information chapter for a description on how to troubleshoot and maintain

this fixture

lways dry the external optics and glass surfaces carefully after

cleaning them.

Never spin a fan using compressed air.

Repairs

Download the COLORado™ 1 User Manual and refer to its Technical

Information chapter for a description on how to troubleshoot this fixture

If you need help troubleshooting your fixture, contact CHAUVET®

Technical Support.

Returns

Procedure

Download the COLORado™ 1 User Manual and refer to its Technical

Information chapter for a description on how to return this fixture to

CHAUVET®.

Claims

Download the COLORado™ 1 User Manual and refer to its Technical

Information chapter for a description on how to make a claim regarding this

fixture if you received it damaged during shipping. For other claims (missing

parts, fixture not working, etc., contact CHAUVET® Technical Support.

World Headquarters

General Information CHAUVET®

5200 NW 108

Avenue

Sunrise, FL 33351

Voice: (954) 929-1115

Fax: (954) 929-5560

Toll free: (800) 762-1084

Technical Support Voice:(954)929‐1115(Press4)

 Fax:(954)756‐8015

World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com

Operation

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ARC Mode

HANNEL VALUE FUNCTION

000  255

Red

(or step time when PR 01~10 is activated)

0  100%

000  255

Green

(or fade time when PR 01~10 is activated)

0  100%

000  255

Blue

0  100%

ARCd Mode

HANNEL VALUE FUNCTION

000  255

Master Dimmer

0  100%

000  255

Red

(or step time when PR 01~10 is activated)

0  100%

000  255

Green

(or fade time when PR 01~10 is activated)

0  100%

000  255

Blue

0  100%

Before you Begin

COLORado 1 Quick Start Guide Rev. 02b 1

1. Before you Begin

What is

included



One COLORado™ 1

 One Power cable with plug

 One IP66 power extension cable

 One IP66 signal extension cable



One DMX input cable

 One DMX output cable

 Warranty Card

 Quick Start Guide

About this

Guide

The COLORado™ 1 Quick Start Guide is a condensed version of the

COLORado™ 1 User Manual, which users can download from the

CHAUVET® Web site (www.chauvetlighting.com).

Unpacking

Immediately upon receiving the fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the

contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good

condition. If you have detected a problem, refer to the Claims section in the

Technical Information chapter of the COLORado™ 1 User Manual for

complete instructions on how to make a claim.

Text

Conventions

Convention Meaning

1~512

A range of values

50/60

A set of mutually exclusive values in the text

Claims

A fixture function, a new term, or a section or chapter

<SET>

A key to be pressed on the fixture’s control panel

Settings

A menu option

MENU > Settings

A sequence of menu options to be followed

[1~10]

A range of menu values

Yes/No

A set of mutually exclusive menu options

A value to be entered or selected

Icons

Icons Meaning

This icon indicates critical installation, configuration or

operation information. Failure to comply with this information

may render the fixture partially or completely inoperative,

damage third-party equipment, or cause harm to the user.

This icon indicates important installation or configuration

information. Failure to comply with this information may

prevent the fixture from functioning correctly.

This icon indicates useful, although non-critical information.

The term “DMX” throughout this document refers to the USITT DMX512-

A transmission protocol.

Before you Begin

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Safety

Notes

Please read the following notes carefully because they include important

safety information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this

product.

The COLORado™ 1 does not have user serviceable parts inside it. Any

reference to servicing this fixture you may find within this guide or the

downloaded user manual will only apply to properly CHAUVET®

certified technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs

unless you are one of them.

Please refer to all applicable local codes and regulations for proper

installation of the COLORado™ 1.

Keep this guide and the user manual for future consultation. If you sell the

COLORado™ 1 to another user, make sure that they also receive these

documents.

Personal

Safety

 Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the fixture is on.

 Always disconnect the COLORado™ 1 from its power source before

servicing.

Mounting

and Rigging

 This product is for outdoor use (IP66). Do not submerge this fixture.

 Keep enough space around this fixture to allow for proper ventilation.

 Always make sure that you are connecting the COLORado™ 1 to the

proper voltage, as per the specifications in this guide, the product’s

manual or on the product’s sticker.

 Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the fixture while

operating.

 When hanging this fixture, always secure it to a fastening device using

a safety chain.

 Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate

the fixture at a higher temperature.

Power and

Wiring

 Never connect the COLORado™ 1 to a dimmer pack.

 Make sure the fixture’s housing or cable are not cracked, crimped or

damaged.

 Never disconnect the fixture by pulling or tugging on the power cable.

Operation

 In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using this product

immediately!

In the unlikely event that your COLORado™ 1 may require service,

please contact CHAUVET® Technical Support.

Operation

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STAG Mode (Cont.)

HANNEL VALUE FUNCTION

(Cont.)

040  049

050  059

060  069

070  079

080  089

090  099

100  109

110  119

120  129

130  139

140  149

150  159

160  169

170  179

180  189

190  199

200  255

Auto 4

Auto 5

Auto 6

Auto 7

Auto 8

Auto 9

Auto 10 (Cycle Auto 1~9 for 5 minutes each)

Custom 1

Custom 2

Custom 3

Custom 4

Custom 5

Custom 6

Custom 7

Custom 8

Custom 9

Custom 10

ALUE FUNCTION VALUE FUNCTION VALUE FUNCTION

000  009

010  019

020  029

030  039

040  049

050  059

060  069

070  079

080  089

090  099

100  109

110  119

120  129

130  139

140  149

150  159

160  169

170  179

180  189

190  199

200  209

210

211

All IDs

ID 1

ID 2

ID 3

ID 4

ID 5

ID 6

ID 7

ID 8

ID 9

ID 10

ID 11

ID 12

ID 13

ID 14

ID 15

ID 16

ID 17

ID 18

ID 19

ID 20

ID 21

ID 22

212

213

214

215

216

217

218

219

220

221

222

223

224

225

226

227

228

229

230

231

232

233

234

ID 23

ID 24

ID 25

ID 26

ID 27

ID 28

ID 29

ID 30

ID 31

ID 32

ID 33

ID 34

ID 35

ID 36

ID 37

ID 38

ID 39

ID 40

ID 41

ID 42

ID 43

ID 44

ID 45

235

236

237

238

239

240

241

242

243

244

245

246

247

248

249

250

251

252

253

254

255

ID 46

ID 47

ID 48

ID 49

ID 50

ID 51

ID 52

ID 53

ID 54

ID 55

ID 56

ID 57

ID 58

ID 59

ID 60

ID 61

ID 62

ID 63

ID 64

ID 65

ID 66

000  250

251  255

RGB Fader Response

Instant (snap)

5 second fade

Operation

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DMX Values

STAG Mode

HANNEL VALUE FUNCTION

000  255

Master Dimmer

0~100%

000  255

Red [Step Time if PR 01~10 active]

0  100%

000  255

Green [Fade Time if PR 01~10 active]

0  100%

000  255

Blue

0  100%)

000  009

010  029

030  039

040  049

050  069

070  079

080  089

090  109

110  119

120  129

130  149

150  159

160  169

170  189

190  199

200  219

220  229

230  239

240  255

Color Macros

No function

Red

Red 85%, Yellow 15%

Red 60%, Yellow 40%

Yellow

Yellow 85%, Green 15%

Yellow 60%, Green 40%

Green

Green 85%, Blue 15%

Green 60%, Blue 40%

Blue

Blue 85%, Cyan 15%

Blue 60%, Cyan 40%

Cyan

Cyan 50%, Purple 50%

Purple

Purple 50%, White 50%

White 95%, Yellow 5%

White

000  009

010  063

064  127

128  191

192  255

Strobe

No function

Strobe with pulse effect (slow > fast)

Strobe (slow > fast)

Color changing pulse with fadeout (slow > fast)

Color changing pulse with fade-in/out (slow > fast)

000  009

010  019

020  029

030  039

Programs

No function

Auto 1

Auto 2

Auto 3

Introduction

COLORado 1 Quick Start Guide Rev. 02b 3

2. Introduction

Fixture at

a Glance

Use on Dimmer



Auto Programs



Outdoor Use (IP66)



100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Auto-range Power Supply



Sound Activated



Replaceable Fuse



DMX



User Serviceable



Master/Slave



Duty Cycle



Features

 9-channel DMX-512 LED PAR can (with ID addressing)

 Blackout/static/dimmer/strobe/pulse

 RGB color mixing with or without DMX controller

 Built-in automated programs via master/slave, DMX or COLOR-CON

 Program and recall custom programs via master/slave, DMX or

COLOR-CON

 RGB fade delay channel for snapping or fading

Additional

Features

 Available in black or silver

 Durable and weather resistant IP66 rated

 Additional power output for power linking (max 20 units @ 120 V)

 LED display with lock-out feature

 Low power consumption

 Optional gel frame holder (4 mm max thickness)

 Optional COLOR-CON stand-alone controller

Expected

LED

Lifespan

LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time, mostly because of heat.

Packaged in clusters, LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in

ideal or singular optimum conditions. For this reason, using all color LEDs

at their fullest intensity significantly reduces the LEDs’ lifespan. Under

normal conditions, this lifespan can be of 40,000 to 50,000 hours. If

extending this lifespan expectancy is vital, lower the operational

temperature by improving ventilation and reducing the external temperature,

as well as limiting the overall projection intensity

Introduction

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Product Dimensions

DMX In

Power In

Power Out

DMX Out

Yoke

adjustment

knob

Length

Double

bracket

Yoke/

floor stand

Width

Recessed

Control

Panel

Height

Operation

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Menu Map

MAIN

LEVEL

2ND LEVEL 3RD LEVEL 4TH

LEVEL

INSTRUCTIONS

AUTO

AT 01~10

N/A N/A

Choose from 10 automatic programs

PR 01~10

Choose from 10 customizable programs

(Use Edit to customize them)

DMX D 001~512

N/A N/A Set the DMX starting address

ID ID 1~66

N/A N/A Assign the ID address (1~66) to a fixture

EDIT PR 01~10 SC 01~30

Red

0~255

Select the values (0~255) to generate a

new color

Green

Blue

Strobe 0~20

Select the strobing frequency (0~20 Hz)

Time 0~255

Select the scene duration

Fade 0~255

Select the fading time

SET

UPLD Password

N/A

Upload the custom programs to another fixture.

REST Password

Perform a factory reset

DIM 5 ST1~5

Dimmer speed

COLOR Off/UC

Enable or disable color calibration functionality

PASS On/Off

N/A N/A Enable/disable static password

PERS

STAG

N/A N/A

9-channel RGBW + D

ARC

3-channel RGB

ARC.d

4-channel RGB + D

MODE

DMX/Slav

N/A N/A

DMX: Works with a DMX controller

Slave: Works with a Master or a COLOR-CON

Static Password

Operation

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Functions

ENU OPTION DESCRIPTION

AUTO

Auto Mode – Master Unit

Sets the fixture to Master status for Master-Slave operation.

No data link is required. All fixtures can be set to this mode

for stand-alone operation. In Master-Slave operation, the

master unit will determine which program all units will

execute.

dMX

DMX Mode

Sets the fixture to run in DMX mode. In addition, this mode

is used to set a fixture to operate in Slave mode. In

Master/Slave mode, you must set the first fixture in the data

link to “Master;” otherwise, nothing will happen.

ID Address

Sets the ID address of the fixture, which allows up to 3,696

(66 per DMX address) COLORado™ 1 fixtures to be

independently controlled on one universe.

Edit

Used to create and edit custom programs. Up to 10 custom

programs, each with up to 30 steps (scenes) can be

programmed.

SET

Set

Used to upload the custom programs from one fixture to

another, and to reset the custom programs to the factory

defaults.

Also used to set up the dimmer curve (diM5) and to enable

the Universal Color feature.

PASS

Password

Turns the password protection on or off. If turned on, you

must enter a password to gain access to the control panel

The static (non-modifiable) password is:

<UP>, <DOWN>, <UP>, and <DOWN>).

PERS

Personalization:

Allows the user to select the DMX personality of the fixture.

To determine the personality required for your application

please reference the DMX value tables in the pages that

follow.

MODE

Mode

Allows user to toggle between DMX and Slave modes. To

work with the COLOR-CON controller, the fixture must be in

Slave mode as well.

Setup

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3. Setup

AC Power

This fixture has an auto-ranging power supply that can work with an input

voltage range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.

Always connect the COLORado™ 1 to a protected circuit with an

appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.

Power

Requirements

To determine the power requirements for the COLORado™ 1 see the

sticker affixed to the fixture. Alternatively, you may refer to the technical

specifications chart in the Technical Information chapter of this guide.

The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal

operation. Please refer to the Sizing the Circuit Breakers section in the

Appendix chapter of the COLORado™ 1 user manual.

Never connect the COLORado™ 1 to a rheostat (variable resistor) or

dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as

a 0 to 100% switch.

Make sure to disconnect the fixture from AC power before replacing a

blown fuse, and always replace it with a fuse of the same type and

rating.

Fuse

Replacement

The COLORado™ 1 is sealed to prevent dust and water from entering it

(IP66 rating). Therefore, there is no fuse holder on the outside of this

fixture’s housing.

AC Plu

Use the table below to install a different AC plug for the COLORado™ 1

Connection Wire (US) Wire (Europe) Pin

AC Live Black Brown 1

AC Neutral White Blue 2

AC Ground Green/Yellow Green/Yellow 3

DMX Linking

The COLORado™ 1 can work with a DMX controller when linked using a

regular DMX serial connection. If you are not familiar with the DMX

standard, please download the COLORado™ 1 User Manual and refer to

the DMX Primer and DMX Connectivity sections in the Appendix chapter.

DMX

Connection

The COLORado™ 1 uses a regular DMX data connection for its DMX

personalities. Download the COLORado™ 1 User Manual to learn how to

connect and program this fixture for DMX operation.

Master/Slave

Connection

The COLORado™ 1 uses the DMX data connection for its Master/Slave

mode. Download the COLORado™ 1 User Manual to learn how to connect

and program this fixture for Master/Slave operation.

COLOR-CON

The COLORado™ 1 can operate with a COLOR-CON controller. Please,

download the COLOR-CON User Manual to learn how to connect and

program the COLOR-CON.

Setup

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Mounting

Always mount this fixture making sure that there is adequate room around it

for ventilation, and away from flammable materials.

Orientation

You can mount this fixture in any safe position.

Rigging

The COLORado™ 1 supports overhead and floor mounting. CHAUVET®

recommends following the general guidelines below to mount this fixture.

 When selecting an installation location, consider ease of access to the

fixture for operation, programming adjustments and routine

maintenance.

 Although this fixture is for outdoor use, never mount it in places where

extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation may affect it.

 If mounting this fixture overhead, make sure that the location where you

are mounting it can support its weight. Please see the Technical

Specifications section of this guide for the weight requirement of this

fixture.

 Always use safety cables when mounting this fixture overhead.

Procedure

The COLORado™ 1 includes a mounting yoke to which you can attach a

rigging clamp. You must supply your own “C” or “O” clamp and make sure

that the clamp is capable of supporting the weight of this fixture.

CHAUVET® recommends using at least two mounting points per fixture.

Adjust the angle of the fixture by loosening the knob and tilting the fixture.

After finding the desired position, retighten the knob.

Product

Mounting

Diagram

Yoke

adjustment

knob

Clamp

Operation

COLORado 1 Quick Start Guide Rev. 02b 7

4. Operation

Control

Panel

Description

You may access the control panel functions using the four panel buttons

located directly underneath the LCD Display.

Button Function

<MENU>

Used to access the menu or to return to a previous

menu option

<SET>

Used to select and store the current menu or option

within a menu

<UP>

Scrolls through menu options in ascending order

<DOWN>

Scrolls through menu options in descending order

Navigation

The Control Panel LED based Display shows the menu items you select

from the menu map.

When you select a menu function, the display will show immediately the first

available option for the selected menu function. To select a menu item,

press <SET>.

Press <MENU> repeatedly to scroll through the top-level menu items. This

is the top of the menu map.

Press <UP> and <DOWN> to navigate the menu map and menu options.

Press <SET> to access the menu function currently displayed or to enable

a menu option.

To return to the previous option or menu without changing the value, press

the <MENU> button.

Control

Options

You can set the COLORado™ 1 start address in the 001~512 DMX range.

This allows for the control of up to 56 fixtures in the 9-channel STAG

personality; however, a secondary ID address system exists for use in a

limited DMX universe and architectural environments.

This allows you to assign up to 66 fixtures within the same DMX address,

thus multiplying the number of fixtures you can control within a single

universe to 3,696. You can access the fixture’s ID address system from

channel 8 when in the STAG personality.

When programming live performances or cues that need to trigger on

demand or on a time line, program no more than 10 fixtures on ID

addressing per DMX channel. This is to remain within a one-second

execution time.

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