Chroma-Q® Studio Force™ V12 / T12 / D12 / D XT 12 User Manual Version 1.3 March 2015 Software Version 2.
Warranty Statement Chroma-Q warrants to the original purchaser, with proof of purchase, that its delivered products shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of 12 months from date of shipment. Chroma-Q will repair, or at its option, provide an equivalent item or replace, the defective product during the stated warranty period.
The information contained herein is offered in good faith and is believed to be accurate. However, because conditions and methods of use of our products are beyond our control, this information should not be used in substitution for customer's tests to ensure that Chroma-Q products are safe, effective, and fully satisfactory for the intended end use. Suggestions of use shall not be taken as inducements to infringe any patent.
1. Product overview ............................................................................................................................ 3 2. Operation ........................................................................................................................................ 5 2.1 Unpacking the Units ....................................................................................................... 5 2.2 Cabling .................................................................
The Chroma-Q Studio Force™ 12 LED fixtures range features a choice of 6,100K CCT, daylight white (Studio Force D 12 & D XT 12), 3,000K CCT, tungsten white (Studio Force T 12) and 3,000K – 6,100K CCT, variable white (Studio Force V 12) models – the latter featuring 3200°K and 5600°K laboratory calibrated presets. Utilising the same core technologies as the innovative Chroma-Q Color Force™ range, both models offer at least twice the light output of their RGBA colour variants.
data. All photometric values listed in this document are based on testing and measurements conducted by certified independent laboratories with reference to the IES standards. 2. Operation 2.1 Unpacking the Units The Studio Force V 12 / T 12 / D 12 / D XT 12 package includes 1 unit Studio Force 12 fixture, power connector (EU)/power cord (US) and a Quick Start Guide. We recommend that you keep the original packaging in case the item needs to be returned. 2.
The Studio Force V 12 / T 12 / D 12 / D XT 12 fixtures are equipped with built-in mounting yokes for floor, wall and truss mounting applications. The yoke assembly features a hidden quick release fixing for fast and easy tilt adjustment. Note: Secure the fixture with a safety bond. A provision for a fixing hold is built into the yoke. 2.
Display Mode: The LCD is backlit when you access the menus. This will turn off when left undisturbed for 5 seconds. Control Modes: Grouping - The Studio Force V 12 / T 12 / D 12 / D XT 12 consist of 2 LED engines with 24 white LEDs each. The two engines can be controlled as a one group “All” or as two separate groups “Duo”. Studio Force D 12, D XT 12 & T 12: 8 channels (Dim8x) 1 control channel directly affecting the intensity of 6 LEDs per engine.
To set the DMX start address, press Enter, press Up/Down buttons to adjust DMX start address, press Enter for 2 seconds to save settings, the display goes back to Home. Control Mode The Studio Force V 12 / T 12 / D 12 / D XT 12 can be set to operate in 5 DMX controlled modes and 3 standalone modes. 2 grouping options are available cell-grouped (“Duo) and all-grouped (“All”). Refer to the list below for details.
When DMX is Lost If DMX is not detected various output options can be selected: Press Up/Down to access “When DMX is Lost”, press Enter, press Up/Down buttons to select the options , press Enter for 2 seconds to save. ‘Off’ - will snap to off ‘Hold’ - will hold the last valid DMX state ‘Look 1-31’ will snap to the Look of your choice Look Store The Studio Force V 12 / T 12 / D 12 / D XT 12 can record 31 Looks for standalone operation.
Press Up/Down to access “Technical”, press Up/Down to select either “Frequency” or “Upload Engines”. Frequency: The Studio Force V 12 / T 12 / D 12 / D XT 12 has four frequency settings available - 600, 1200, 2400, 4800. This allows for the LED scan rate to be synchronised with the video camera and avoid a flickering effect. Press the Up/Down buttons to select the desired frequency, press Enter for 2 seconds to save settings.
v2.0 Channel 1 Group : Duo Group : All Cold White for group 1 Intensity Effects 0 Static 1-63 Fade on, fade off. Variable, 63 fastest 64-127 Fade on, snap off. Variable, 127 fastest 128-191 Snap on, fade off. Variable, 191 fastest 192-255 Snap on, snap off (strobe). Variable, 255 fastest.
64-127 Fade on, snap off. Variable, 127 fastest 128-191 Snap on, fade off. Variable, 191 fastest 192-255 Snap on, snap off (strobe). Variable, 255 fastest.
0 Static 1-63 Fade on, fade off. Variable, 63 fastest 64-127 Fade on, snap off. Variable, 127 fastest 128-191 Snap on, fade off. Variable, 191 fastest 192-255 Snap on, snap off (strobe). Variable, 255 fastest.
Channel 1 Channel levels and the corresponding Look numbers: Channel Level (%) Look Description 0 OFF 1–2 1 Full Scroll (5 sec) 3–5 2 Full Scroll (10 sec) 6–9 3 Full Scroll (30 sec) 10–11 4 Warm Colour Scroll (5 sec) 12–15 5 Warm Colour Scroll (10 sec) 16–19 6 Warm Colour Scroll (30 sec) 20–22 7 Cold Colour Scroll (5 sec) 23-25 8 Cold Colour Scroll (10 sec) 26–27 9 Cold Colour Scroll (30 sec) 29-32 10 33–35 11 36-38 12 39-42 13 43-45 14 46-48 15 49-51 16 52-54
The Studio Force V 12 / T 12 / D 12 / D XT 12 fixture unit is equipped with an internal fan to drive the internal cooling system. If the internal temperature of the Studio Force 12 exceeds 75ºC the output of the fixture is reduced for automatic protection. This happens on rare and extreme conditions when ambient temperature is over 35ºC or the internal fans are blocked or damaged.
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4.2 Drawings – Dimensions STUDIO FORCE V 12 STUDIO FORCE T 12 STUDIO FORCE D 12 STUDIO FORCE D XT 12 4.
With care, the Studio Force V 12 / T 12 / D 12 / D XT 12 will require little maintenance. However, as the unit is likely to be used in a stage environment we recommend periodical internal inspection and cleaning of any resulting dust and cracked oil residue. Do not spray liquids on the front or rear panel. If the front enclosure requires cleaning, wipe with a mild detergent on a damp cloth. www.chroma-q.com Studio Force V 12 / T 12 / D 12 / D XT 12 User Manual 18 V1.
