ProPar Flux Manual - Blizzard Lighting
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1. PROPAR FL LIGHTING Blizzard Lighting LLC www blizzardlighting com Wisconsin USA Copyright c 2013 TABLE OF CONTENTS ProPar FLUX LED MultiStrobe 1 1 Getting Started 3 What s In The Box 3 Getting It Out Of The Box 3 Powering Up 3 Getting A Hold Of Us 3 Safety Instructions Don t Stick Your Hand In The Toaster 4 2 Meet The ProPar FLUX 5 Features 5 DMX Quick Reference 5 The ProPar FLUX Pin up Picture 6 3 Setup 7 Fuse Replacement 7 Connecting A Bunch Of ProPar FLUX s 7 Data DMX Cables 7 Cable Connectors 8 3 Pin 5 Pin Huh 8 Take It To The Next Level Setting up DMX Control 8 Fixture Linking Master Slave Mode 9 Mounting Rigging 9 4 Operating Adjustments 10 The Control Panel 10 Control Panel Menu Structure amp Adjustments TL Setting the pan tilt to inverting or non inverting 11 Setting the DMX channel configuration LI Resetting the fixture 11 Master Slave Auto or Sound Active 11 DMX Mode 11 DMX Channel Values In Depth 12 Troubleshooting 13 5 Appendix 14 A Quick DMX Lesson 14 Keeping Your ProPar FLUX As Good As New 15 Returns Gasp 15 Shipping Issues 15 Tech Specs 16 Page 2 ProPar FLUX Manual Rev A Copyright c 2013 Blizzard Lighting LLC 1 GETTING STARTED What s In The Box e 1 x ProPar FLUX LED MultiStrobe e An Ever So Handy IEC Power Cord e A Sweet Safety Cable amp set of Mounting Brackets e One really classy DMX cable e This Love2. connecting to is not higher than that stated on the de cal or rear panel of the fixture e This product is intended for indoor use only e To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose fixture to rain or moisture e Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating e The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation at least 20in 50cm from adjacent surfaces Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked e ALWAYS disconnect from the power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to replace with same fuse size and type e ALWAYS secure fixture using a safety chain NEVER carry the fixture by its head Use its carrying handles e DO NOT operate at ambient temperatures higher than 104 F 40 C e In the event of a serious operating problem stop using the unit immediately NEVER try to repair the unit by yourself Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction Please contact the nearest authorized tech nical assistance center Always use the same type spare parts e NEVER connect the device to a dimmer pack e Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged e Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord e Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on Caution There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs yourself In the unlikely event your unit m
3. lighting control It is flexible robust and scalable and its ability to control everything from dimmer packs to moving lights to foggers to lasers makes it an indispensable tool for any lighting designer or lighting performer Page 13 ProPar FLUX Manual Rev A Copyright c 2013 Blizzard Lighting LLC Keeping Your Propar FLUX As Good As New The fixture you ve received is a rugged tough piece of pro lighting equip ment and as long as you take care of it it will take care of you That said like anything you ll need to take care of it if you want it to operate as designed You should absolutely keep the fixture clean especially if you are using it in an environment with a lot of dust fog haze wild animals wild teenagers or spilled drinks Cleaning the optics routinely with a suitable glass cleaner will greatly improve the quality of light output Keeping the fans free of dust and debris will keep the fixture running cool and prevent damage from overheating In transit keep the fixtures in cases You wouldn t throw a prized guitar drumset or other piece of expensive gear into a gear trailer without a case and similarly you shouldn t even think about doing it with your shiny new light fixtures Common sense and taking care of your fixtures will be the single biggest thing you can do to keep them running at peak performance and let you worry about designing a great light show putting on a great concert or maximizin
4. Slow 153 lt gt 156 Open Open 157 lt gt 177 Random Strobe ALL Fast lt gt Slow Random Strobe ALL Fast lt gt Slow 178 lt gt 181 Open Open 182 lt gt 202 Random Strobe RINGS Fast lt gt Slow Random Strobe RINGS Fast lt gt Slow 203 lt gt 255 Open Open 000 lt gt 255 0 lt gt 100 e ene e e ene e gt eo N A 3 N A Page 11 ProPar FLUX Manual Rev A Copyright c 2013 Blizzard Lighting LLC Troubleshooting Fixture Auto Check the fan in the fixture If it is stopped or moving Shut Off slower than normal the unit may have shut itself off due to high heat This is to protect the fixture from overheating Clear the fan of obstructions or return the unit for service Beam is Dim Check optical system and clean excess dust grime Also ensure that the 220V 110V switch is in the correct position if applicable No Light Output Check to ensure fixture is operating under correct mode IE sound active auto DMX Etc if applicable Contact service for more information Chase Speed Check to ensure proper setup of speed adjustment Too Fast Slow Check fuse AC cord and circuit for malfunction Blown Fuse Check AC cord and circuit for damage verify that moving parts are not restricted and that unit s ventilation is not obstructed Slow Movement Verify that 220V 110V switch is in the correct position if applicable Also check that speed channels are set appropri a
5. a single DMX link Each receiving device typically has a means for setting the starting channel number that it will respond to For example if two 6 channel fixtures are used the first fixture might be set to start at channel 1 so it would respond to DMX channels 1 through 6 and the next fixture would be set to start at channel 7 so it would respond to channels 7 through 12 The greatest strength of the DMX communications protocol is that it is very simple and robust It involves transmitting a reset condition indicating the start of a new packet a start code and up to 512 bytes of data Data packets are transmitted continuously As soon as one packet is finished another can begin with no delay if desired usually another follows within 1 ms If nothing is changing i e no lamp levels change the same data will be sent out over and over again This is a great feature of DMX if for some reason the data is not interpreted the first time around it will be re sent shortly Not all 512 channels need to be output per packet and in fact it is very uncommon to find all 512 used The fewer channels are used the higher the refresh rate It is possible to get DMX refreshes at around 1000 times per second if only 24 channels are being trans mitted If all 512 channels are being transmitted the refresh rate is around 44 times per second In summary since its design and evolution in the 1980 s DMX has become the standard for
6. ard Lighting LLC Figure 1 The ProPar FLUX Pin Up Picture Adjustment Knobs Dual Mounting Brackets 752 bright white true 1 2 watt SMD LEDs Figure 2 The Rear Connections power Out Power In DMX In acon LED_Strobe FA EX CAN OUTPUT MODE FUNC UP DOWN LCD Fuse Cover Readout Page 6 ProPar FLUX Manual Rev A Copyright c 2013 Blizzard Lighting LLC 3 SETUP Before replacing a fuse disconnect power cord ALWAYS replace with the same type and rating of fuse Fuse Replacement With a flat head screwdriver wedge the fuse holder out of its housing Remove the damaged fuse from its holder and replace with exact same type fuse Insert the fuse holder back in its place and reconnect power Connecting A Bunch of ProPar FLUX s You will need a serial data link to run light shows using a DMX 512 controller or to run shows on two or more fixtures set to sync in mas ter slave operating mode The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fix tures the data link can support Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line Also connecting more than 32 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal The maximum recommended cable run distance is 500 meters 1640 ft The maximum recommended number of fixtures on a
7. atches the line voltage applied Damage to your fixture may result if the line voltage applied does not match the voltage indicated on the voltage selector switch All fix tures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Ground Earthing Getting A Hold Of Us If something is wrong just give us a call or send an email We ll be happy to help honest Blizzard Lighting N16 W23390 Stoneridge Dr Suite E Waukesha WI 53188 www blizzardlighting com 414 395 8365 Email support blizzardlighting com Disclaimer The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change without notice Blizzard Lighting assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions that may appear in this user manual Blizzard Lighting reserves the right to update the existing document or to create a new document to correct any errors or omissions at any time You can download the latest version of this document from www blizzardlighting com Page 3 ProPar FLUX Manual Rev A Copyright c 2013 Blizzard Lighting LLC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read these instructions carefully They include important information about the installation usage and maintenance of this product e Please keep this User Guide for future use If you sell the unit to someone else be sure that they also receive this User Guide e ALWAYS make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage and that the line voltage you are
8. ay require service please contact Blizzard Lighting at sup port blizzardlighting com Page 4 ProPar FLUX Manual Rev A Copyright c 2013 Blizzard Lighting LLC 2 MEET THE PROPAR FLUX MULTISTROBE CONTROL FEATURES 4 20 channel DMX LED Strobe Fixture 12 4 independent strobe segment control 752 bright white true 1 2 watt SMD LEDs Variable Strobe Modes including blinder simulation Burst in Burst out Pulse Hold Random Ramp up Ramp down Modes Multiple built in automated amp sound activated programs also available in DMX Incrediblely fluid incredibly bright pixel ring strobe effects ADDITIONAL FEATURES Lux 5 440 1m 1 500 2m TRUST US IT S BRIGHT ENOUGH Beam Angle 180 emitters limited to approximately 165 degree by fixture housing Light source 752 1 2 watt 5030 Bright White SMD LEDs 50 000 hrs Steel Construction Dual Brackets for amazing support A real Blinder of a light DMX Quick Reference channel _ 20 Channel Mode 4ChannelMode E stunerornesesvabe Sturerionneseseobe fs emesse __ T__________ I TS ZZZ 7 Segment 3 0 100 is Segment 4 0 100 lo Segment 5 0 100 fio Segment 6 0 100 Segment 7 0 100 Segment 8 0 100 Segment 9 0 100 Segment 10 0 100 Segment 11 0 100 Segment 12 0 100 fr een smetto SY fo een semezomme T_T fo ten ano 3 semetomme ST fo een semetsomme LT Page 5 ProPar FLUX Manual Rev A Copyright c 2013 Blizz
9. d used by lighting and related stage equipment DMX provides up to 512 control channels per data link Each of these channels was origi nally intended to control lamp dimmer levels You can think of it as 512 faders on a lighting console connected to 512 light bulbs Each slider s position is sent over the data link as an 8 bit number having a value between 0 and 255 The value 0 corresponds to the light bulb being completely off while 255 corresponds to the light bulb being fully on DMX data is transmitted at 250 000 bits per second using the RS 485 transmission stan dard over two wires As with microphone cables a grounded cable shield is used to prevent interference with other signals There are five pins on a DMX connector a wire for ground cable shield two wires for Primary communication which goes from a DMX source to a DMX receiver and two wires for a Secondary communication which goes from a DMX receiver back to a DMX source Generally the Secondary channel is not used so data flows only from sources to receiv ers Hence most of us are most familiar with DMX 512 as being employer over typical 3 pin mic cables although this does not conform to the defined standard DMX is connected using a daisy chain configuration where the source connects to the input of the first device the output of the first device connects to the input of the next device and so on The standard allows for up to 32 devices on
10. g your cli ent s satisfaction and wow factor That s what it s all about after all Returns Gasp We ve taken a lot of precautions to make sure you never even have to worry about sending a defective unit back or sending a unit in for service But like any complex piece of equipment designed and built by humans once in a while something doesn t go as planned If you find yourself with a fixture that isn t behaving like a good little fixture should you ll need to obtain a Return Authori zation RA Don t worry this is easy Just send an email to support blizzardlighting com and we ll issue you an RA Then you ll need to send the unit to us using a trackable pre paid freight method We suggest using USPS Priority or UPS Make sure you carefully pack the fixture for transit and whenever possible use the original box amp packing for shipping When returning your fixture for service be sure to include the following 1 Your contact information Name Address Phone Number Email address 2 The RA issued to you 3 A brief description of the problem symptoms We will at our discretion repair or replace the fixture Please remember that any shipping damage which occurs in transit to us is the customer s responsibil ity so pack it well Shipping Issues Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper and must be reported to the carrier immediately upon receipt of the items Claims m
11. ilable option for the selected menu function To select a menu item press lt ENTER gt Use the lt UP gt and lt DOWN gt buttons to navigate the menu map and menu options Press the lt ENTER gt button 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 lt MODE gt button Page 10 ProPar FLUX Manual Rev A Copyright c 2013 Blizzard Lighting LLC Control Panel Menu Structure Main Function SubFunction Selection what itDees Set DMX Address 000 lt gt 255 Sets the DMX address 4 20 Channel 4 20 Channel Sets the unit to 4 or 20 channel mode Set Run Auto AUTO P1 8 Sets the fixture in auto mode programs 1 8 Note Program 8 contains all programs from 1 7 For SLAVE MODE operation set the SLAVE fixture to DMX address 001 Set Run Sound SOUND P1 8 Sets the fixture in sound active mode programs 1 8 Note Program 8 contains all programs from 1 7 For SLAVE MODE operation set the SLAVE fixture to DMX address 001 DMX Channel Values channet Channel Value 20 Channel Mode 4 Channel Mode Built In Programs Built In Programs No Function All LED s On Built In Program 1 Program 1 Built In Program 2 ilt In Program 2 Built In Program 3 ilt In Program 3 Built In Program 4 Built In Program 4 Built In Program 5 ilt In Program 5 Built In Program 6 ilt In Program 6 Built In Program 7 ilt In Program 7 Bu
12. ilt In Program 8 Built In Program 8 Built In Program 9 ilt In Program 9 Built In Program 10 ilt In Program 10 Built In Program 11 ilt In Program 11 Built In Program 12 Built In Program 12 Built In Program 13 ilt In Program 13 Built In Program 14 ilt In Program 14 Built In Program 15 ilt In Program 15 Built In Program 16 Built In Program 16 Built In Program 17 ilt In Program 17 Built In Program 18 ilt In Program 18 Built In Program 19 ilt In Program 19 Built In Program 20 Built In Program 20 Built In Program 21 Built In Program 21 Sound Active Mode Sound Active Mode doas Built In Program Speed Built In Program Speed Fast lt gt Slow Fast lt gt Slow Dimmer Dimmer 000 255 Open Open 0 lt gt 100 0 lt gt 100 Strobe Strobe 000 lt gt 004 Open Open 005 lt gt 025 Linear Strobe Fast lt gt Slow Linear Strobe Fast lt gt Slow 026 lt gt 030 Open Open 031 lt gt 051 Ramp Down Fast lt gt Slow Ramp Down Fast lt gt Slow 052 lt gt 056 Open Open 057 lt gt 077 Ramp Up Fast lt gt Slow Ramp Up Fast lt gt Slow 078 lt gt 081 Open Open 082 lt gt 102 Pulse In Out Fast lt gt Slow Pulse In Out Fast lt gt Slow 103 lt gt 106 Open Open 107 lt gt 127 Burst Mode 1 Fast lt gt Slow Burst Mode 1 Fast lt gt Slow 128 lt gt 131 Open Open 132 lt gt 152 Burst Mode 2 Fast lt gt Slow Burst Mode 2 Fast lt gt
13. ly User Manual Getting It Out Of The Box FLUX n The flow of energy In a word that s what you ve now harnessed EN ERGY You wizard you magician YOU now command PURE INCREDIBLE ENERGY Alacazam Now that you ve got your ProPar FLUX you should carefully unpack the box and check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and in good condition If anything looks as if it has been damaged in transit notify the shipper immediately and keep the packing material for inspection Again please save the carton and all packing materials If a fixture must be returned to the factory it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing Powering Up All fixtures must be powered directly off a switched circuit and cannot be run off a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for a 0 to 100 switch AC Voltage Switch Not all fixtures have a voltage select switch so please verify that the fixture you receive is suitable for your local power supply See the label on the fixture or refer to the fixture s specifications chart for more information A fixture s listed current rating is its average current draw under normal conditions Check the fixture or device carefully to make sure that if a voltage selection switch exists that it is set to the correct line voltage you will use Warning Verify that the voltage select switch on your unit m
14. operly rated rigging is used when mounting fixtures overhead Adjust the angle of the fixture by loosening both knobs and tilting the fixture After finding the desired position retighten both knobs e When selecting installation location take into consideration lamp replacement access if applicable and routine maintenance e Safety cables MUST ALWAYS be used e Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain high humidity extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation Page 9 ProPar FLUX Manual Rev A Copyright c 2013 Blizzard Lighting LLC 4 OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS The Control Panel All the goodies and different modes possible with the ProPar FLUX are accessed by using the control panel on the front of the fixture There are 4 control buttons below the LCD display which allow you to navigate through the various control panel menus lt MODE gt Used to access the menu or to return to a previous menu option lt FUNC gt Used to select and store the current menu or option within a menu lt UP gt Scrolls through menu options in ascending order lt DOWN gt Scrolls through menu options in descending order Access control panel functions using the four panel buttons located directly underneath the LCD Display The Control Panel LCD Display shows the menu items you select from the menu map on page 11 When a menu function is selected the display will show immediately the first ava
15. roPar FLUX Manual Rev A Copyright c 2013 Blizzard Lighting LLC Fixture Linking Master Slave Mode 1 Connect the male 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output female 3 pin connector of the first fixture 2 Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a female 3 pin connec tor to the input connector of the next fixture con sisting of a male 3 pin connector Then proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on A quick note Often the setup for Master Slave and Standalone operation requires that the first fixture in the chain be initialized for this purpose via either settings in the control panel or DIP switches Secondarily the fixtures that follow may also re quire a slave setting First Fixture in Chain DMX IN Next Fixture in Chain To Next Fixture DMX IN DMX OUT Check the Operating Adjustments section in this manual for com plete instructions for this type of setup and configuration Mounting amp Rigging This fixture may be mounted in any SAFE position provided there is enough room for ventilation It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway Mount the fixture using a suitable C or O type clamp The clamp should be rated to hold at least 10x the fixture s weight to ensure structural sta bility Do not mount to surfaces with unknown strength and ensure pr
16. serial data link is 32 fixtures Data DMX Cabling To link fixtures together you ll need data cables You should use data grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference For instance Belden 9841 meets the specifications for EIA RS 485 applications Standard microphone cables will probably be OK but note that they cannot transmit DMX data as reliably over long distanc es In any event the cable should have the following characteristics 2 conductor twisted pair plus a shield Maximum capacitance between conductors 30 pF ft Maximum capacitance between conductor amp shield 55 pF ft Maximum resistance of 20 ohms 1000 ft Nominal impedance 100 140 ohms Page 7 ProPar FLUX Manual Rev A Copyright c 2013 Blizzard Lighting LLC Cable Connectors Cables must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end Duh A Word on Termination DMX is a resilient communication protocol however errors still occasionally occur Termination reduces signal errors and therefore best practices include use of a terminator in all circumstances If you are experiencing problems with erratic fixture behavior especially over long signal cable runs a terminator may help improve performance To build your own DMX Terminator Obtain a 120 ohm 1 4 watt resistor and wire it between pins 2 amp 3 of the e 3 120 ohm 1 4 watt resistor las
17. t fixture They are also readily O s available from specialty retailers CAUTION Do not allow contact between the common and the fix ture s chassis ground Grounding the common can cause a ground loop and your fixture may perform erratically Test cables with an ohm meter to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other 3 Pin 5 Pin Huh If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter They are widely available over the internet and from specialty retailers If you d like to build your own the chart below details a proper cable conversion 3 Pin Female 5 Pin Male Output Input Ground Shield DMX Data 3 Tn Take It To The Next Level Setting Up DMX Control Step 1 Connect the male connector of the DMX cable to the female connector output on the controller Step 2 Connect the female connector of the DMX cable to the first fixture s male connec tor input Note It doesn t matter which fixture address is the first one connected We recommend connecting the fixtures in terms of their proximity to the controller rather than connecting the lowest fixture number first and so on Step 3 Connect other fixtures in the chain from output to input as above Place a DMX terminator on the output of the final fixture to ensure best communication DMX IN DMX OUT To Next Fixture Page 8 P
18. tely o Response to Verify that the fixture is in Sound Active mode Audio Adjust Audio Sensitivity If Applicable Fixture Not Make sure all connectors are seated properly and securely Responding Use Only DMX Cables Responding Er Install a Terminator ratically Check all cables for defects Reset fixture s Intermittent Check lamp for properly installation Lamp Relamp lamp may have reached end of life Remote Doesn t Verify remote control cable is installed properly and securely Work Verify remote is correct type CA 9 or other as applicable Fixture Moving Verify proper mode of operation Is the fixture in Auto On Its Own mode If your problem isn t listed or if problems persist please contact support support blizzardlighting com Page 12 ProPar FLUX Manual Rev A Copyright c 2013 Blizzard Lighting LLC 5 APPENDIX A Quick Lesson On DMX DMX aka DMX 512 was created in 1986 by the United States Institute for Theatre Technology USITT as a standardized method for connecting lighting consoles to lighting dimmer modules It was revised in 1990 and again in 2000 to allow more flexibility The Entertainment Services and Technology Association ESTA has since assumed control over the DMX512 standard It has also been approved and recognized for ANSI standard clas sification DMX covers and is an abbreviation for Digital Multiplexed signals It is the most common communications standar
19. ust be made within seven 7 days of receipt Page 14 ProPar FLUX Manual Rev A Copyright c 2013 Blizzard Lighting LLC Tech Specs Width Weight Operating Voltage 110 240VAC 50 60 Hertz autoranging 5A 250V fast blow Light Source LED 752x 5030 SMD 0 5 watt 6500K SMD LED 50 000 hours 180 degree emitters limited to approximately 165 degrees Beam Angle by fixture housing Luminous Intensity 5 400 full white lux im Max Operating Temp 104 degrees F 40 degrees C ambient Protocol USITT DMX 512 DMX Channels 4 20 Input 3 pin XLR Male Output 3 pin XLR Female Much like Energy Flux The Rate of transfer of energy through a unit area No need to take quantum physics or chemcial diffusion classes to use this light but there is a lot of light energy coming from this amazing light 2 year limited warranty does not cover malfunction caused Warranty by damage to LED s Page 15 ProPar FLUX Manual Rev A Copyright c 2013 Blizzard Lighting LLC Enjoy your product Our sincerest thanks for your purchase The team Blizzard Lighting
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