Lightfair International 2004
Booth 1900
COLORCAST™ 14
FACT SHEET
Color Kinetics introduces ColorCast™ 14 - a high-performance union of linear, low-profile fixture design and maximized light intensity for uniform casts of saturated color in wall washing and large alcove applications. ColorCast 14 is the first Color Kinetics product to feature the company's new, patent-pending method of digital power processing, which significantly increases efficiency and lowers the total cost of the system by optimizing power and data management.
ColorCast 14 is unique in its blend of minimized size and maximized output. The 13.5" (34.3 cm) unit comprises 18 red, green, and blue power LEDs mounted in a linear array, projecting soft light with a wide beam angle for even distribution. Its ease of installation and continuous run capabilities make it an ideal, cost-effective choice for washing large-scale alcoves, archways, and up to 15' (4.6 m) walls with rich, saturated color and dynamic lighting effects.
In addition to the aesthetic flexibility, ColorCast 14 exhibits the many practical and operational benefits of Color Kinetics' new digital power processing technology. More than just a means of integrating power onboard the fixture, this technology represents a completely new and holistic approach to power control and conversion - specifically optimized to drive LED-based illumination systems. It surpasses traditional power supply technology by streamlining multiple conversion and regulation stages into a single, flexible, microprocessor-controlled power stage that rapidly, efficiently and accurately controls power output to LED systems directly from line voltage. It's an integrated solution that minimizes space, losses and parts count to deliver a compact, efficient and economical power source. As a result, the overall system performs with greater efficiency at lower cost.
ColorCast 14 accepts a universal power input range from100 to 240VAC, 50/60 Hz, which facilitates the installation of many units in a continuous run without the need for external power/data supplies.
ColorCast 14 is compatible with Color Kinetics' line of controllers and third-party DMX controllers, as well as Light System Manager - Color Kinetics' next-generation, Ethernet-based authoring and control system. It is IP66-rated for use in dry, wet and damp environments.
ColorCast 14 receives data from Data Enabler - a new data-formatting device designed specifically for Color Kinetics products that feature the new digital power processing technology. The compact device accepts DMX or Ethernet data and is housed in an IP66-rated enclosure for use in dry, wet and damp environments. Each Data Enabler supports up to 70 ColorCast 14 units with 50' (15.2 m) of field-cuttable leader cable.
Features
- 13.5" (34.3 cm) x 2.7" (6.9 cm) x 2.7" (6.9 cm) linear unit in die cast aluminum housing with powder coat finish in white, black, or aluminum.
- Wide beam angle with high intensity for soft lighting applications.
- Applies custom digital power processing technology for increased efficiency at lower cost of the system.
- Accepts universal power input range from 100 to 240VAC, 50/60 Hz.
- Available in two options for installation: connectorized for end-to-end installation, and conduit ready for running conduit directly to the fixture.
- Flexible mounting options via over-molded, end-to-end locking connectors capable of turning 180 degrees.
- Receives data from Data Enabler - a compact, IP-66 rated device that supports up to 70 units.
- 50' (15.2 m) field-cuttable leader cable available.
- IP66-rated for use in dry, wet and damp environments
- Powered by Color Kinetics' patented Chromacore® technology.
ColorCast and Data Enabler will be available in May 2004.
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Color Kinetics introduces ColorCast™ 14 - a sleek, linear 13.5" (34.3 cm) system with maximized intensity for evenly distributed lighting effects and custom digital power processing technology for greater operational efficiency.
About Color Kinetics
Color Kinetics Incorporated is the pioneer of intelligent solid-state illumination technologies. The company designs, manufactures and markets an award-winning line of products that apply the practical and aesthetic benefits of LEDs to transcend the limits of traditional light sources for use in professional, consumer, and OEM and licensing applications. Its flagship line of technologies leverage a patented layer of digital intelligence, called Chromacore®, to generate and control millions of colors and dynamic lighting effects. Color Kinetics leads the industry in solid-state lighting innovation, including the custom engineered Chromasic® microchip, and holds a growing patent portfolio encompassing a number of emerging digital technologies. Founded in 1997, the company is privately held and is headquartered in Boston, MA with offices in the UK, China, and a joint venture in Japan. More information can be found at http://www.colorkinetics.com.
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