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1. 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 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 Dimensional Drawings 4 9 in 2 9 in 12 4 cm ai 7 3 cm 9 4 in 23 7 cm eh ne a i Sin cu la 49i n 12 7 cm 12 3 cm Page 17 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Copyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC Keeping Your SwitchBlade Micro As Good As New The fixture you ve received is a rugged tough piece of pro lighting equipment 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 spilled2. 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 maximizing your client 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 Authorization 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 Mak
3. 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 matches 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 fixtures 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 Ste E Waukesha WI 53118 USA 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 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Copyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read these instructions carefully They include important information about the installation usage and maint
4. 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 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Copyright 2014 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 connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting 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 require a slave setting First Fixture in Chain DMX IN NOT Chain Check the Operating Adjustments section in this manual for complete instructions for this type of setup and DMX IN DMX OUT configuration To Next Fixture Mounting amp Rigging This fixture may be mounted in any SAFE position provided there
5. please contact support support blizzardlighting com Page 16 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Copyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC 5 APPENDIX A Quick Lesson On DMX DMX covers and is an abbreviation for Digital MultipleXed signals It is the most common communications standard used by lighting and related stage equipment DMX provides up to 512 control channels per data link Each of these channels was originally 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 standard 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 receivers Hence most of us are most familiar with DMX 512 as being employer over typical 3 pin mic cables
6. 4 Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm Page 14 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Copyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC Restore Default Settings This will restore all of the default settings including pan tilt reversal and the starting DMX address Navigate the menu using the lt MENU gt button until you reach dFOF Push the lt ENTER gt button Use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to select either dFOF No or dFOn Yes Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm Pan Tilt Motor Reset 1 Navigate the menu using the lt MENU gt button until you reach rSt 2 Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm DMX Values In Depth 13 Channel Mode Channel Value What It Does 000 lt gt 255 Pan 0 540 000 lt gt 255 Green Intensity 0 lt gt 100 000 lt gt 255 Blue Intensity 0 lt gt 100 000 lt gt 255 White Intensity 0 lt gt 100 Built in Programs Sound Active No Function Red Green Blue White Red Green Green Blue Blue White Red White Red Blue Green White Red Green Blue Green Blue White Red Blue White Red Green White Red Green Blue White Color Snap Slow lt gt Fast Color Fade Slow lt gt Fast Sound Active Mode 000 lt gt 149 No Function 150 lt gt 200 Motor Reset 201 lt gt 255 No Function 000 lt gt 255 Red Intensity 0 lt gt 100 Page 15 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Co
7. Au01 fast or Au02 slow 4 Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm Sound Active Mode 1 Navigate the menu using the lt MENU gt button until you reach Sond 2 Push the lt ENTER gt button 3 Use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to select either So on On or So of Off 4 Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm Manual Adjustments 1 Navigate the menu using the lt MENU gt button until you reach nAnu 2 Navigate the submenu using the lt UP DOWN gt buttons until you reach H Pan Y Tilt r Red 9 Green b Blue or u White then hit lt ENTER gt 3 Using the lt UP DOWN gt buttons select your desired value for each between x000 x255 then hit lt ENTER gt to confirm Reverse Pan 1 Navigate the menu using the lt MENU gt button until you reach rPoF 2 Push the lt ENTER gt button 3 Use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to select either rPoF Off or rPon On 4 Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm Reverse Tilt 1 Navigate the menu using the lt MENU gt button until you reach rtoF 2 Push the lt ENTER gt button 3 Use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to select either rtoF Off or rton On 4 Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm Reverse Flip the Menu Display 1 Navigate the menu using the lt MENU gt button until you reach rdoF 2 Push the lt ENTER gt button 3 Use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to select either rdoF No or rdon Yes
8. ED display which allow you to navigate through the various control panel menus lt MENU gt Is used to navigate to the previous higher level menu item lt UP gt Scrolls through menu items and numbers in ascending order lt DOWN gt Scrolls through menu items and numbers in descending order lt ENTER gt Is used to select and confirm store the current selection MENU DOWN ENTER The Control Panel LED 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 available option for the selected menu function To select a menu item press lt ENTER gt Use the lt MENU gt button to navigate the main menu options Press the lt ENTER gt button to select the menu function currently displayed Then use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to scroll through any submenu options and press lt ENTER gt to save To return to the previous option or menu press the lt MENU gt button Page 12 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Copyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC Control Panel Menu Structure AS ie To choose the DMX address 13 channel DMX mode 11 channel DMX mode Sound Active On Sound Active Off rt LILILI H255 ydd 4055 ridd 255 6000 G255 Mr LILILI 6255 Mor LILILILI HRSS cP rt rd di pera F Page 13 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A Pan 0
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10. SWI ABLE MIRI wi IC Ce LIGHTING Blizzard Lighting LLC www blizzardlighting com Waukesha WI USA Copyright c 2014 TABLE OF CONTENTS SwitchBlade Micro Moving Head Fixture L 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 SwitchBlade Micro 5 Main Features 5 Control 5 DMX Quick Reference 5 The SwitchBlade Micro Pin up Picture 6 3 Setup 7 Fuse Replacement 7 Connecting A Bunch Of SwitchBlade Micro Fixtures 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 Lighting Stand Mounting 9 4 Operating Adjustments 10 Navigating The Control Panel 10 Control Panel Menu Structure 11 DMX Mode 12 Set The DMX Starting Address 12 Select the DMX Channel Mode 12 Auto Stand Alone amp Built in Program Modes 12 Auto Mode 12 Sound Active Mode 12 Manual Adjustments 12 Reverse Pan 12 Reverse Tilt 12 Reverse Flip the Menu Display 12 Restore Default Settings 13 Pan Tilt Motor Reset 13 DMX Channel Values In Depth 13 Troubleshooting 13 5 Appendix 15 A Quick DMX Lesson 15 Keeping Your SwitchBlade Micro As Good As New 16 Returns Gasp 16 Shipping Issues 16 Tech Specs 17 Luminous Intensity 18 Dimensional Drawings 18 Page 2 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Re
11. be delighted to know that This fixture also works seamlessly with our wiCICLE Wireless DMX system without additional power e ONLY fixtures bearing this logo are certified for use with the wiCICLE without external power e Unauthorized modification and or using the wiCICLE with un approved fixtures may cause damage to the wiCICLE or fixture UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS BLIZZARD LIGHTING RESPONSI BLE FOR ANY DAMAGE FROM SUCH OPERATION e Fixtures bearing the above logo MUST only use cable and connectors which separate chassis case ground from cable shielding Cabling with the shield connected to the connector s case chassis may cause malfunc tion and damage to the wiCICLE or fixture e wiCICLE transmitters have additional power requirements and therefore cannot be powered directly from the fixture You will need to utilize the supplied AC DC adaptor to drive wiCICLE transmitters in your system WE HAD THIS SPACE SO WE FIGURED WE D DRAW YOU A PICTURE Antenna Housing amp 1 2 wave Antenna Antenna ferrule amp articulation joint Stainless Steel Housing e Recessed Selector Button Status LED 3 Pin XLR Connector Male on transmitter Female on receiver model Page 10 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Copyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC Each wiCICLE acts as both a transmitter and a receiver depending on whether a DMX source is applied to the integral XLR connector This i
12. e 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 responsibility 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 must be made within seven 7 days of receipt Page 18 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Copyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC Tech Specs width Height Weight Operating Voltage AC 100 240VAC 47 63 Hertz Power Consumption 35w LED 1 15 watt R G B W CREE LED Beam Angle Luminous Intensity unm Red Green Blue White All Max Operating 104 degrees F 40 degrees C ambient Temp control S O DMX Channels input Output Other Operating Modes Standalone Master Slave Auto Sound Active Other Information I just wanted to waste a little more time Okay that should do it 2 year limited warranty does not cover mal Warranty function caused by damage to LED s Page 19 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual
13. enance 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 connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal 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 cord 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 technical 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 co
14. 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 stability Do not mount to surfaces with unknown strength and ensure properly 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 Lighting Stand Mounting This fixture comes with an easy to use stand mounting bracket Please make sure the lighting stand you use is rated to safely hold the weight of this unit and do not over extend the lighting stand For the safety of yourself your audience and the fixture always take advantage of the use of the stand s safety pins Page 9 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Copyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC USING THIS FIXTURE WITH THE wiCICLE WIRELESS DMX SYSTEM In addition to the unbridled thrill you already rar rmo received the first time you plugged in your wil LCE fixture you ll
15. ity 0 lt gt 100 Green Intensity 0 lt gt 100 Green Intensity 0 lt gt 100 Blue Intensity 0 lt gt 100 Blue Intensity 0 lt gt 100 White Intensity 0 lt gt 100 White Intensity 0 lt gt 100 Page 5 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Copyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC Figure 1 The SwitchBlade Micro Pin Up Picture High Power 4 in 1 Head Arms RGBW LED 4 Button LED Control Panel Heavy Duty Cast Aluminum Enclosure Figure 2 The Rear Connections Cooling Vents On Off Switch DMX In AC Power In DMX Out Page 6 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Copyright 2014 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 dam aged 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 SwitchBlade Micro Fixtures 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 master slave operating mode The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fixtures the data link can support Fixtures on a serial data lin
16. k 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 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 distances 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 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Copyright 2014 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
17. lt gt 540 Tilt 0 lt gt 270 Red dimmer 0 lt gt 100 Green dimmer 0 lt gt 100 Blue dimmer 0 lt gt 100 White dimmer 0 lt gt 100 Reverse Pan Off Reverse Pan On Reverse Tilt Off Reverse Tilt On Reverse Display Off Reverse Display On Restore default settings No Yes Restore default settings Motor Reset c Copyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC DMX Mode Allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller Set the Starting DMX Address The default mode for the fixture is DMX so the first menu item that you can edit is the starting DMX address 1 Navigate the menu using the lt MENU gt button until you reach A001 2 Push the lt ENTER gt button 3 Use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to select a DMX channel from 001 512 4 Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm Select the DMX Channel Mode 1 Navigate the menu using the lt MENU gt button until you reach CH 2 Push the lt ENTER gt button 3 Use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to select either CH11 or 13CH mode 4 Press the lt ENTER gt button to confirm Auto Stand Alone amp Built in Program Modes Allows a single or Master Slaved units to run factory installed programs at user selectable speeds Auto Mode 1 Navigate the menu using the lt MENU gt button until you reach Au 2 Push the lt ENTER gt button 3 Use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to select either
18. 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 last fixture They are also readily O available from specialty retailers j E120 ohm 1 4 watt resistor CAUTION Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture 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 Tano 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 connector input Note It doesn t matter which fixture address is the first one connected We recommend connecting the
19. pyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC DMX Values In Depth 11 Channel Mode E ooo lt gt 255 ik 0 270 SSCS s 000 lt gt 255 Pan Tik Speed Glow lt gt fest E 000 lt gt 255 immer 0 lt gt 100 E 000 lt gt 255 Red intensity 0 lt gt 100 o 000 lt gt 255 Green Intensity 0 lt gt 100 Troubleshooting Symptom Seli ________ 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 Out Check to ensure fixture is operating under correct mode IE put 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 No Response Verify that the fixture is in Sound Active mode to Audio Adjust Audio Sensitivity If Applicable Fixture Not Make sure all connectors are seated properly and securely Responding Use Only DMX Cables Responding Install a Terminator Erratically Check all cables for defects Reset fixture s If your problem isn t listed or if problems persist
20. rd 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 may require service please contact Blizzard Lighting at support blizzardlighting com Page 4 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Copyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC 2 MEET THE SWITCHBLADE MICRO MAIN FEATURES Mini moving head fitted with 1x CREE 15w R G B W 4 in 1 LED Blazing fast 540 pan and 270 tilt User selectable 11 or 13 DMX channels Full RGBW color in standalone amp DMX mode Sharp 8 degree beam angle Outstanding quad beam effects Built in sound active programs Built in automated programs via master slave Built in sound activated programs via master slave 3 pin male input and 3 pin female output wiCICLE Enabled functionality allows plug and play operation with our wiCICLE Brand Wireless DMX system CONTROL e USITT DMX 512 11 13 Channels e 3 pin Input Output e 4 button menu with LED display DMX Quick Reference 11 13 Channel Modes Fine Tilt fast lt gt slow Fine Tilt fast lt gt slow Pan Tilt Speed slow lt gt fast Pan Tilt Speed slow lt gt fast Dimmer 0 lt gt 100 Dimmer 0 lt gt 100 Strobe slow lt gt fast Strobe slow lt gt fast Red Intensity 0 lt gt 100 Red Intens
21. s an extremely powerful feature of the system however it also requires 1 piece of due diligence and that is the removal of extraneous DMX signals from your lighting rig BEFORE proceed ing SO BEFORE DOING ANYTHING ELSE YOU SHOULD DISABLE ANY BUILT IN PROGRAMS IN THE FIXTURES YOU WISH TO CONNECT AND OR SET THEM AS SLAVES PRIOR TO RETURNING THEM TO DMX MODE IF APPLI CABLE Most fixtures contain a built in automatic sound active or cus tom program which is designed to operate with the fixture NOT connected to a DMX chain Some of these programs will automatically run unless the fixture is set to slave mode These fixtures typically sense DMX automatically and switch to DMX mode upon receiving DMX signal our Pucks do that If you plug a wiCICLE receiver into an autosensing fixture set as a master chances are good that the wiCICLE receiver will begin transmitting the master program Most times this is undesirable and taking the two seconds to switch these programs off will solve a lot of ails Got that done Good Then let s proceed 1 Plug the wiCICLE Receiver into the DMX IN connector of the fixture and verify it is receiving power the STATUS LED should illuminate 2 Connect the AC DC adaptor to the wiCICLE Transmitter and verify it is receiv ing power the STATUS LED should illuminate 3 Press the RECESSED SELECTOR BUTTON on the Transmitter to select the operating channel group The sy
22. stem will store this setting for future use The 7 Color Status LED will change color to indicate the current channel group GROUP 1 RED GROUP 2 GREEN GROUP 3 YELLOW NOTE GROUP number GROUP 4 BLUE also corresponds to the GROUP setting on our GROUP 5 VIOLET LightCaster wireless DMX GROUP 6 CYAN Transceiver GROUP 7 WHITE 4 Follow the same procedure on the Receiver to select the channel group 5 Once both the transmitter and receiver s are both set to the same channel group connect the transmitter to the DMX controller or the DMX out of a fixture on your DMX chain 6 Once a DMX signal is provided to the transmitter the status LED will blink RED slowly until communication is established with the receiver The status LED on the receiver s will flash GREEN slowly until communication is established 7 Once the clearest channel is auto selected the status LEDs will blink quickly on both the transmitter and receiver NOTE The color of the LED DURING opera tion does not indicate channel group instead it indicates whether the unit is transmitting or receiving That s It Page 11 SwitchBlade Micro User Manual Rev A c Copyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC 4 OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS The Control Panel All the goodies and different modes possible with the SwitchBlade Micro are accessed by using the control panel on the rear of the fix ture There are 4 control buttons below the L
23. v A c Copyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC 1 GETTING STARTED What s In The Box e 1 x SwitchBlade Micro Moving Head Fixture e 1 x Mounting Bracket e An Ever So Handy Power Cord e This Lovely User Manual Getting It Out Of The Box Congratulations You have just purchased one totally tiny totally cool quad color mini moving head fixture that is sure to make a giant impression anywhere it goes So now that you re the proud owner of a SwitchBlade Micro or hopefully MICROS 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 AII 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
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