User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Before you Begin ............................................................................. 3 What is Included............................................................................................ 3 Unpacking Instructions .................................................................................. 3 Text Conventions .......................................................................................... 3 Icons ...........................................................
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN What is Included 1 x COLORrail™ IRC 1 x Bracket kit 1 x Power Cord 1 x Warranty Card 1 x User Manual Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack it and check the container in which you received it. Make sure that you have received all the parts indicated above and that they are all in good condition.
Product at a Glance Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound Activated DMX Master/Slave Auto Programs Auto-ranging Power Supply Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Duty Cycle Safety Notes Please read the following notes carefully because they include important safety information about the installation, usage, and maintenance of this product. Page 4 of 22 Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell this product to another user, be sure that they also receive this document.
2. INTRODUCTION Product Overview Control panel (LED display) Power out DMX in DMX out Power in Fuseholder COLORrail™ IRC User Manual (Rev.
3. SETUP AC Power This product has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the power requirements for a particular fixture, see the label affixed to the back plate of the fixture or refer to the fixture’s specifications chart. A fixture’s listed current rating indicates its average current draw under normal conditions.
Mounting Orientation The COLORrail™ IRC may be mounted in any position, provided there is adequate room for ventilation around it. Rigging Be sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting this product can support its weight. Please see the “Technical Specifications” section of this manual for weight information. Make sure to mount the fixture securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.
4. OPERATION Control Panel Operation To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the display.
Configuration (DMX) Set this product in DMX mode to control it with a DMX controller. 1) Connect this product to a suitable power outlet. 2) Turn this product on. 3) Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input socket of this product. Starting Address When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels the selected DMX mode uses. If you choose a starting address that is too high, you could restrict the access to some of the fixture’s channels.
Configuration (Standalone Modes) Set this product in one of the standalone modes to control it without a DMX controller. 1) Connect this product to a suitable power outlet. 2) Turn this product on. Sound Active Mode To enable the Sound Active mode, do the following: 1) Press
Master/Slave Mode This mode allows a single COLORrail™ IRC unit (the “master”) to control the actions of one or more COLORrail™ IRC units (the “slaves”) without the need of a DMX controller. The master unit will be set to operate in either Automatic or Sound Active mode, while the slave units will be set to operate in Slave Mode. Once set and connected, the slave units will operate in unison with the master unit. Configure the units as indicated below.
IRC (Infrared Remote Control) Operation Automatic Mode Automatic Mode will enable you to run the automatic programs on the product. To turn on Automatic Mode: 1. Press AUTO on the IRC. 2. Press + or – to choose between the different auto programs. To adjust the speed of the automatic program: 1. Press SPEED on the IRC. 2. Press %. 3. Press + or – to either increase or decrease the speed of the program. Sound Active Mode Sound Active Mode will enable the product to respond to the music.
DMX Channel Assignments and Values 26-CH CHANNEL VALUE 1 000 255 2 CHANNEL VALUE Master Dimmer 0%~100% 14 000 255 Red (section 5) Dimmer: 0%~100% 000 255 Red (section 1) Dimmer: 0%~100% 15 000 255 Green (section 5) Dimmer: 0%~100% 3 000 255 Green (section 1) Dimmer: 0%~100% 16 000 255 Blue (section 5) Dimmer: 0%~100% 4 000 255 Blue (section 1) Dimmer: 0%~100% 17 000 255 Red (section 6) Dimmer: 0%~100% 5 000 255 Red (section 2) Dimmer: 0%~100% 18 000 255 G
-CH CHANNEL VALUE 1 000 255 2 CHANNEL VALUE Master Dimmer 0%~100% 8 000 255 Red (section 3) Dimmer: 0%~100% 000 255 Red (section 1) Dimmer: 0%~100% 9 000 255 Green (section 3) Dimmer: 0%~100% 3 000 255 Green (section 1) Dimmer: 0%~100% 10 000 255 Blue (section 3) Dimmer: 0%~100% 4 000 255 Blue (section 1) Dimmer: 0%~100% 11 000 255 Red (section 4) Dimmer: 0%~100% 5 000 255 Red (section 2) Dimmer: 0%~100% 12 000 255 Green (section 4) Dimmer: 0%~100% 6
7-CH CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION 1 000 255 Master Dimmer 0%~100% 2 000 255 Red Dimmer: 0%~100% 3 000 255 Green Dimmer: 0%~100% 4 000 255 Blue Dimmer: 0%~100% 5 000 007 008 015 016 023 024 031 032 039 040 047 048 055 056 063 064 071 072 079 080 087 088 095 096 103 104 111 112 119 120 127 128 135 136 143 144 151 152 159 160 167 168 175 176 183 184 191 192 199 200 207 208 215 216 223 224 231 232 255 Color Macro No Function Red Yell
4-CH CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION 1 000 255 Master Dimmer 0%~100% 2 000 255 Red Dimmer: 0%~100% 3 000 255 Green Dimmer: 0%~100% 4 000 255 Blue Dimmer: 0%~100% 3-CH CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION 1 000 255 Red Dimmer: 0%~100% 2 000 255 Green Dimmer: 0%~100% 3 000 255 Blue Dimmer: 0%~100% 2-CH CHANNEL Page 16 of 22 VALUE FUNCTION 1 000 007 008 015 016 023 024 031 032 039 040 047 048 055 056 063 064 071 072 079 080 087 088 095 096 103 104 111 112 11
5. TECHNICAL INFORMATION General Maintenance Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduction of the light source’s life. To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, you should clean your lighting fixtures at least twice a month. However, be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be contributing factors to increase the cleaning frequency. To clean this fixture, follow the instructions below: Unplug the fixture from power.
Returns Procedure The user must send the merchandise prepaid, in the original box, and with its original packing and accessories. CHAUVET® will not issue call tags. Call CHAUVET® and request a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the fixture. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the return. The user must clearly label the package with a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
Claims The carrier is responsible for any damage incurred during shipping to this product or any part that shipped with it. Therefore, if the received merchandise appears to have damages caused during shipping, the customer must submit the damage report and any related claims with the carrier, not CHAUVET®. The customer must submit the report upon reception of the damaged merchandise. Failure to do so in a timely manner may invalidate the customer’s claim with the carrier.
DMX Primer The USITT DMX512-A data transmission protocol (DMX, from now on) is based on the EIA-485 standard and it has 512 channels (001 to 512). This system requires a controller (DMX controller), one or more DMX compatible fixtures, and a DMX circuit (also known as “DMX universe”) to link the fixtures to the controller. Depending on their complexity and features, DMX compatible fixtures may require from one to more than 30 DMX channels to operate.
DMX Cabling The DMX protocol requires using special data cables to accommodate for the high speed digital signals it uses. Despite their apparent similarities, data cables are electrically different from standard microphone cables because they can carry high frequency digital signals and have better protection against electromagnetic interference. You can purchase CHAUVET® certified DMX cables directly from a dealer/distributor or make your own DMX cable.
6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Weight Length Width Height Weight 43.5 in (1,062 mm) 3 in (88 mm) 6 in (90 mm) 4.4 lbs (2 kg) Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit. Power 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 63 W (0.53 A) 66 W (0.