User Manual
Edition Notes Edition Notes The COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP User Manual Rev. 3 covers the description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation, and maintenance of the COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP. Chauvet released this edition of the COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP User Manual in November 2014. Trademarks CHAUVET® is a registered trademark of CHAUVET & Sons Inc. (d/b/a CHAUVET® or Chauvet).
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Before You Begin ...................................................................................................................................... 1 What Is Included ........................................................................................................................................................... 1 Claims ........................................................................................................................................
Table of Contents Dimmer Speed ........................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Zoom Selection .......................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Zoom Reset ..........................................................................................................
Before You Begin 1. Before You Begin What Is Included Claims • COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP • Power Extension Cable • Power Input Cord • Signal Extension Cable • DMX Input Cable • Accessory Holder • DMX Output Cable • Warranty Card • Gel Frame • Quick Reference Guide Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the box to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition.
Before You Begin Product at a Glance Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound Activated DMX Master/Slave Safety Notes Personal Safety Mounting and Rigging Power and Wiring Operation Expected LED Lifespan -2- x P x P P Auto Programs Auto-Ranging Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle P P x x x 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.
Introduction 2. Introduction Description Features The COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP is an RGBW LED wash product with color mixing and zoom control. This product consists of a single module that houses the internal power supply, the control panel, the LED drivers, the LED boards, and motorized moving lenses, as well as the power and signal connectors.
Introduction Overview Power In Power Out IP-Rated Cover Rear View (w/ IP cover) DMX In DMX Out Control Panel Rear View Safety Cable Loop Adjustment Knob Side View -4- COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP User Manual Rev.
Introduction Dimensions COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP User Manual Rev.
Setup 3. Setup AC Power Each COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP has an auto-ranging power supply that works with an input voltage range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the power requirements for each COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP, refer to the label affixed to the product. You can also refer to the Technical Specifications 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.
Setup DMX Linking You can link the COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP to a DMX controller using a standard DMX serial connection. If using other DMX compatible products with the COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP, you can control each individually with a single DMX controller. DMX Modes The COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP uses the standard DMX data connection for the TOUR, Master/Slave Connectivity ARC.1, AR1.D, ARC2, AR2.D, AR2.S, and HSV DMX modes. • Refer to the Introduction chapter for a brief description of these modes.
Setup Mounting Before mounting this product, read and follow the Safety Notes. Orientation Always mount this product in a safe position and make sure there is adequate room for ventilation, configuration, and maintenance. Rigging The COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP consists of a double-yoke bracket and the body of the product Chauvet recommends using the following general guidelines when mounting this product. • The product is not intended for permanent installation.
Operation 4. Operation Control Panel Description Button
Operation DMX Control In this mode, each product will respond to a unique starting address from the DMX controller. All products with the same starting address will respond in unison. 1. Select a DMX personality as shown in DMX Personality. 2. Set the running mode: a. Go to the RUN main level. b. Select the DMX programming level. 3. Set the starting address: a. Go to DMX main level. b. Select the starting address (001~512).
Operation Auto Programs Auto programs allow for dynamic RGBW color mixing without a DMX controller. 1. Go to AUTO. 2. Select the desired auto (AT. 01~10) or custom program (PR. 01~10). You cannot edit any of the auto programs (AUTO 01~10). However, you can edit the custom programs (PR.01~10). See Edit Customs below for details. Edit Customs This setting allows the programming of up to 30 scenes for each of the 10 customizable programs, including colors and effects. 1. Go to the EDIT main level. 2.
Operation Dimmer Curves This setting determines how fast the output of the COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP changes when you modify the values of the Red, Green, Blue, White, and Dimmer faders. This setting provides four different options to simulate the dimming curve of an incandescent lighting product. 1. Go to the SET main level. 2. Select DIM. 3. Select a dimmer curve (OFF, DIM1, DIM2, DIM3, or DIM4). OFF: DIM1~4: The output is proportional (linear) to the Dimmer and RGBW channel values.
Operation Reset This setting allows you to reset the COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP to the default values, including the custom programs. 1. Go to the SET main level. 2. Select REST. 3. When PASS shows, press . 4. Enter the master access password as described in Control Panel Lock. 5. Wait for the reset process to finish. Whites Setting This setting allows you to select and edit the temperature of the white colors used in channel 6 (Macros) when in the TOUR mode.
Operation TOUR Notes These notes clarify the way the TOUR DMX personality works. Master Dimmer • Channel 1 controls the intensity of the currently projected color. • When the slider is at the highest position (100%), the intensity of the output is at maximum. Red, Green, Blue, and • Channels 2 through 5 control the intensity ratio of each of the Red, Green, Blue, and White LEDs.
Operation Menu Map Main Level Programming Levels Description R. G. STAT Combine Red, Green, Blue, and White to make a custom color 000~255 B. W. S. 00~20 Z. 000~255 AT. AUTO DMX 10 automatic programs 10 customizable programs DMX DMX mode SLAV Master/Slave mode D. PERS Changes the beam angle 01~10 PR.
Operation Menu Map (Cont.) Main Level Programming Levels Description …. (Enter Password) …. (Enter Password) UPLd. REST. DERR All LEDs turn off when DMX signal is lost SAVE All LEDs stay on the last command used when the DMX signal is lost RGBW. SET Defaults product to factory settings BLAC OFF COLR. Uploads custom programs to other COLORado™ 2 Zoom IPs RGB set to “255” = max. output RGB set to “255” = balanced white UC. Universal color balance OFF No dimmer DIM1. DIM. DIM2. DIM3.
Operation DMX Values TOUR Channel 1 2 3 4 5 Function Dimmer Red Step Time Green Step Time Blue White 6 Color Macro + White Balance 7 Strobe 8 Auto + Custom Programs COLORado™ 2 Zoom IP User Manual Rev. 3 Value Percent/Setting 000 ó 255 0~100% 0~100% 000 ó 255 When CUS. 01-10 in CH. 8 is activated 0~100% 000 ó 255 When CUS. 01-10 in CH.
Operation TOUR Channel Function (cont.) 9 Auto Speed 10 Dimmer Speed 11 Zoom 12 Zoom Reset ARC.1 Channel 1 2 3 Function 1 2 3 4 Function Dimmer Red Green Blue ARC.2 Channel 1 2 3 4 AR2.D Channel 1 2 3 4 5 AR2.S Channel Only when CH.
Technical Information 5. Technical Information Product Maintenance To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, you should clean this product frequently. Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining the cleaning frequency. As a rule, clean this 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: • Unplug the product from power.
Technical Information Technical Specifications Dimensions and Weight Length Width Height Weight 9.3 in (237 mm) 11.9 in (302 mm) 12.2 in (311 mm) 18.5 lbs (8.39 kg) Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit. Electrical Light Source Photo Optic Thermal DMX Ordering -20- Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection Switching (internal) 100~240 V, 50/60 Hz Auto-ranging Parameter 120 V, 60 Hz 230 V, 50 Hz Consumption Operating Power linking products 214 W 1.
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