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1. Unless the enclosure or projector is undergoing routine maintenance the cover should be in place and locked down at all times Only authorized personnel should open the enclosure see maintenance warnings in the next section Ifthe ambient temperature is high enough the over temperature shutdown feature may engage and temporarily cut off power to the projector Once the temperature reaches acceptable levels power will be automatically restored after 5 minutes Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 40 amp TEMPEST Routine Maintenance It is very important to perform routine maintenance on both the enclosure and the projector within Failure to do so may reduce lifetime for both the enclosure and the projector Note Maintenance schedules depend on location and environment The times given here are general guidelines for you to use It is up to you to judge whether maintenance should be done more often We do advise doing these tasks no less often than mentioned here Safety skd Although maintenance can be performed while the enclosure is powered it is safer to carry it out with the power disconnected with proper lockout and tag out procedures followed Be aware that once the enclosure has had power applied to it the heater will get hot and the fans will start to turn Make sure that your hands are clear of these areas before applying power to the enclosure Only authorized personnel should perf2. cccseccseeeseeseeeeeeeees 17 WIRA Oea a a a ate sate seats seaseesee te aeee ences 19 One Or TWO Power Circuits cccceceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeseeeseeeeeeeeeesaeesaeeseeeneneneees 20 Indoor Enclosures and HUSH Boxes with MiniDEC Control 00 21 MiniDEC Operation cccccceccecceeececceeceeeceecuecaeeceececaeeseeseesaesseesuesseeseesass 22 Outdoor Enclosures with DEC3 3 COontrol cccssccccseeeeeeseeceeeeeseeeeeeeees 23 Common Feed operation factory Cefault cccccsscesseeecsseeeeseeereseeseaees 24 Split Feed Operation ccccceeccceeeceseecseeeeseeceeceseeeaeeeeeesaeeeeueesageesaeeseeeseas 25 Digital Enclosure Control DEC3 3 with Goldilocks cccceseeeeeeeeeeees 26 PES CN ascent scdes eterna cones ani Sonate eerie a stecieee ue eecenneeeceencsst 27 DEC3 3 Main FUNCTIONS vcxexvesecosesosecesecasveesevesesteevecteeuetoaeseuxsamseeabesesestsastcsse 28 Factory Settings Basic Mode c ccccceeeecseeeeseeceeeeseeeeeseecaeeeeseesaeeeeaeeeaees 28 Operating Modes cccesccsseeceseeceeeceseecaseceneesaeecegeetaeeeeaeetaneeeseetauessaeesageseas 29 DEG3 3 Control Parameters vcccnceccncchensctncusaecenetcanctacesuccsnciivesdsnocwaecensivescteaeet 30 DMX COA CIOS ircres cece psecsteosee sine see ane stines ne cu ponetnotcostenaeeeent eer aesteese onan 31 Remote Device Management RDM csccseeseeceeeeeeeeeseeseeeeeesaeseueseesaess 32 CONAN AT ACG xasoce ce ccsnchcs
3. DMX Connectors 1 DMX IN from network 2 DMX OUT to projector or to network if not controlling projector DMX OUT to DMX IN from 3 next DMX device outside world DMX IN from projector 4 DMX OUT to network Note If the enclosed equipment does not use DMX then connector 2 on the controller is DMX OUT for the enclosure DMX Line Terminations DMX cable runs must be terminated at the far end of the cable run witha termination resistor as detailed in the DMX terminal Pinout Detail DMX512 standard The individual equipment installed inside the NN KAKAA OND WOK Tempest enclosures must NOT be terminated ta G G G G It is recommended that any line termination is DMX OUT DMXIN DMXOUT DMXIN done using the 3 pin terminal connector fitted LIGHT to the DEC3 3 control circuit board LIGHT Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 31 TEMPEST 7 4 Remote Device Management RDM RDM refers to ANSI E1 20 a control protocol in the entertainment industry used for device configuration and monitoring and essentially an extension of DMX512 The use of RDM is optional and uses the same RS485 cable connection as DMX512 so no additional wiring is required if DMX is already present The user must ensure that any DMX splitters or other routing devices used are RDM operable as well as DMX use Tempest strongly recommends working with a qualified RDM system integrator when designing an RDM network Go t
4. LLJ iz a You are now in the CONTROL MENU Use M Y to scroll up and down the menu Press OK to enter a menu item Use Vv to set the item parameter or to scroll to the next menu level Use ESC to go BACK and OK to confirm settings To LOCK hold ESC for 5 seconds Menu will time out after ten minutes Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 34 TEMPEST J Re Control Menu SET DMX OPTIONS SET DMX MODE From the Front Panel this menu item allows the user to check and if necessary change the RDM mode BASIC Standalone operation no DMX RDM factory default MONITOR Standalone plus support for RDM remote configuration and monitoring CONTROL Monitor plus use of a single DMX slot to control Lamp relay SERVICE Monitor plus use of three DMX slots to control Lamp Heater and Fan Important Please ensure that the DEC3 3 is NOT left in Service Mode SET DMX ADDRESS in Monitor Control or Service modes Select a DMX starting address in the range 001 to 510 1 Lamp Relay In Service Mode an addition two slots are available 2 Fan Duty Control 3 Heater Duty Control Note that the DMX control is designed using a SAFETY pile on Logic So the DMX input can only override automatic settings within safe limits SET DMX CURVE DMX Curves affect the way the fixture relay is controlled in Control Mode DMX levels are shown as Response Curve 1 default DMX level 0 25 Relay disabled open
5. Jay 22 2mm Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 19 TEMPEST J One or Two Power Circuits Single Feed Split Feed Tempest enclosures may be wired on single or double line supplies On a single feed both enclosure and projector are permanently on With a double line supply you can switch off the projector when not in use while the enclosure continues to protect it 24 7 Indoor Enclosures amp Hush Boxes Single Feed Enclosure and Projector must be rated for the same voltage Supply must be rated for projector current plus 10 watts Supply may be switched off when projector is not in use Indoor Enclosures amp Hush Boxes Split Feed Enclosure power must be on when projector is on Projector power may be switched independently Enclosure fan power must be rated for 10 watts Projector power must be rated for the projector see projector manual Projector and enclosure power must be same voltage Outdoor Enclosures Single Feed Enclosure and projector are permanently on Enclosure and Projector must be rated for the same voltage Supply must be rated for projector current plus 150 watts Supply must be permanently ON Outdoor Enclosures Split feed Enclosure power must be permanently on Projector power may be switched off Enclosure power must be rated for 1150 watts Projector power must be rated for the projector see projector manual Projector and enclosure power must be same voltage Blizzard En
6. capable of discovery upon reasonable inspection must be set forth in a written rejection notice detailing the alleged non conformity and be received by Seller within thirty 30 calendar days of Customer s receipt of the Goods Failure by Customer to notify Seller of the alleged non conformity within thirty 30 days will be conclusive proof that the Goods have been received by Customer without defects or damage and in the quantities specified on the bill of lading and shall constitute an irrevocable acceptance of the Goods and a waiver of any such claim in connection with the Goods B Seller warrants to Customer only that the Goods will be free from defects in material and workmanship at the time of delivery and subject to the exceptions and conditions set forth below for the following period the Warranty Period twelve 12 months from the date of shipment by Seller Seller may provide additional years of warranty coverage beyond 12 month at the rate of 2 5 of the net sale price per year up to a total of four additional years coverage beyond the standard 12 month warranty period Seller will remedy a defect as set forth in paragraph 7 D below the Warranty The Warranty is subject to each of the following exceptions and conditions 1 Customer must promptly and in all events within the Warranty Period notify Seller of any alleged defect in a written notice the Notice which shall set forth the quantity catalog number finish
7. temperature will rise very quickly To avoid nuisance tripping we recommend setting a higher Trip temperature 60 C or above SET MAX HUMIDITY default 80 permissible range 50 90 Set target maximum relative humidity level This should be set at or a few higher than the normal high humidity levels expected on site SET LAMP ON POINT The lamp current at which DEC detects the projector luminaire lamp is running Default is 1 Amp which allows for equipment fans and power supplies to run without changing the air in the enclosure Lamp on point may be set in 0 2 Amp increments between 0 2 Amps and 2 0 Amps RESET LAMP HOURS Reset each time you change the lamp in the projector projector Make this a part of your maintenance instructions STATUS DISPLAY View current status information using the arrow keys to scroll through a Humidity relative humidity in b Air temperature in degrees C or F c PCB temperature this will usually be significantly higher than air temperature d Voltage line Voltage reaching the DEC Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 36 e Current being drawn by projector light in Amps f Lamp Hours elapsed since last reset g Firmware version RDM Monitoring and Configuration amp TEMPEST All the features accessible over the DEC3 3 control panel are also available over RDM Just how this information is displayed will depend on the RDM interface used These screen shots were taken
8. DMX level 26 75 No change to relay status DMX level 76 100 Relay enabled normally closed Response Curve 2 DMX level 0 19 No change to relay status DMX level 20 40 Relay disabled open DMX level 41 59 No change to relay status DMX level 60 80 Relay enabled normally closed DMX level 81 100 No change to relay status SET DMX RESPONSE DMX Response sets a delay time before DMX Control Mode settings are acted on Setting a response delay of a few seconds would prevent unintended fixture relay State changes in the event of a short accidental change in DMX level Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 35 amp TEMPEST NOTE from firmware revision 0 00 100 DEC holds last valid DMX level if DMX is interrupted Response Delay Values are No Delay default 1 2 5 10 15 20 30 60 seconds SET TEMP UNITS Choose to display temperature values in Celsius or Fahrenheit default Celsius Note that temperature settings must be entered in Celsius SET TEMP RANGES Set three temperature trigger points for Bottom Top and Trip temperatures in C SET TEMP LOWER minimum temperature to be maintained default 0 C permissible range 0 10 C SET TEMP UPPER maximum desired temperature default 40 C permissible range 35 50 C SET TEMP TRIP temperature at which load will be isolated see note default 60 C permissible range 55 70 C Note A thermal emergency is when enclosure ventilation fails with the lamp on in which case the
9. and clogged after vacuuming and the internal temperature will increase Replacement Filters are available from Tempest Filter Part Size Blizzard Model 6500 799 HF 11 x11 279x279mm Blizzard X Stretch 6556 Blizzard Stretch 6555 6500 977 HF 8 5 x8 5 216x216mm Blizzard 6550 Blizzard Midi 6540 Blizzard Baby 6510 6515 Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 42 TEMPEST E f Re 8 Troubleshooting This is a guide to the general symptoms problems and solutions that may occur during the lifetime of your enclosure However it is important to remember that problems may occur within the projector itself and these must also be considered Projector does not have power Check power switch of projector Note the following actions should be performed by a licensed electrician If power is on check wiring including metering supply voltages enclosure must receive 200 240VAC to operate properly If LEDs on the DEC3 control panel controller are lit check the Lamp Relay LED If it is on meter power in receptacle If no power is present at the receptacle contact technical support In case of over temperature the power disconnection is an intended function of the enclosure and is for the protection of the projector which is not meant to operate in extreme conditions In this case the problem will only continue until temperature drops to acceptable levels It is possible that the air intake or exhaust has become c
10. is unable to answer your questions please contact Tempest Lighting 13110 Saticoy Street North Hollywood CA 91605 USA Tel 1 818 787 8984 Fax 1 818 982 5582 info tempestlighting com Visit our web site for current information and specifications www tempest org Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 45
11. level that will not allow condensation to take place As air is heated it is able to support more moisture without condensing so Goldilocks uses heat to raise the air temperature inside the enclosure in the event that relative humidity approaches dewpoint Factory Settings Basic Mode In most applications DEC3 3 will operate correctly with its factory default settings in Basic operating mode You do not need to do anything Please skip to the Power Connections section below If your needs are more complex read on Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 28 amp TEMPEST Operating Modes DEC3 3 may operate in one of four modes set using either the Front Panel or by RDM control In all configurations the projector inside the enclosure may also be an RDM enabled device Basic Mode factory setting e Standard temperature settings e DMX and RDM disabled e Best for standalone operation Monitor Mode e As Basic mode plus e RDM status reporting e RDM configuration settings may be changed remotely or at the enclosure control panel e DEC3 3 does not require a DMX signal to operate Control Mode e As Basic mode plus e Enclosure functions as a 1 channel DMX device with remote control of the lamp relay o DMX level gt 75 enables normal relay operation normally ON o DMX level lt 25 disables normal relay operation relay turns OFF o This allows you to force a hard reset of the lamp relay in the eve
12. places 2 Connect incoming ENCLOSURE power to the FROR N G S G ty Y 2 t terminals labeled MAINS This supply MUST be maintained 24 7 E Earth Ground L Live N Neutral 3 Connect incoming PROJECTOR power to the E L N E L N terminals labeled SPLIT Projector Enclosure Power Power E Earth Ground L Live N Neutral Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 25 amp TEMPEST 4 Digital Enclosure Control DEC3 3 with Goldilocks Heater Relay L Lamp amp TEMPEST OFO OEO DEC3 3 that s Digital Enclosure Control third Generation revision 3 is the brain of your Tempest enclosure It will maintain the internal environment in a comfortable temperature and humidity range and prevent condensation the real killer of outdoor equipment DEC3 3 monitors internal temperature humidity and lamp current at all times and uses this information to control the enclosure s lamp relay fan s and heater s It can report back over the DMX cable using the RDM protocol Remote Device Management if desired From summer 2013 DEC is running Tempest s new Goldilocks operating system patents pending A completely new OS Goldilocks analyzes temperature and humidity trends targeting and maintaining safe ranges and acting to prevent condensation before it happens Goldilocks is also much more energy efficient than previous generations so your equipment is always in the Goldilocks zone and you
13. position and focus as needed Replace the enclosure cover Make sure that all latches are securely fastened The latches are adjustable and should be checked periodically since the rubber seal may compress slightly over time For additional security use a bolt or padlock to lock one or more of the latches using the security ring provided The latch tension is Insert a padlock in adjusted by turning the one or more ka screw clockwise to security rings for tension anti clockwise to additional security loosen Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 18 TEMPEST J 3 3 Wiring M Allelectrical work must be carried out by a properly licensed electrician in compliance with local electrical standards Failure to observe this point will void the factory warranty for the Tempest Enclosure 1 Switch off power to the branch circuit carefully following lockout and tag out procedures Failure to do so could cause serious injury or death 2 You will need two electrical junction boxes located within a short distance from the enclosure one for power one for signal usually CAT5 Use outdoor rated flexible conduit between the box and the enclosure 3 AC and signal circuits must be wired in separate conduits 120VAC or 208VAC or 230VAC Picture Source 5 Power Signal Flexible Conduit The conduit entry holes accept US conduit fittings and international 20 22mm OD conduit fittings
14. save money too Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 26 amp TEMPEST DEC3 3 Schematic AC Supply must be on at all times Split Feed optional Cut the links for split l feed operation amp j TEMPEST is Sensor KRH AC Heater s AC Fan s C C DMX RDM RS485 Optional Which Controller The following Table shows which controller is used in different types of Tempest Enclosure This section does NOT apply to enclosures with Tempest MiniDEC Control Enclosure Type DEC3 3 Goldilocks MiniDEC Blizzard Indoor E HUSH Outdoor E Cyclone HUSH Outdoor E Thunder Outdoor Special order m Tornado Outdoor E Twister Outdoor E Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 27 TEMPEST J Re DEC3 3 Main Functions el Sense current to projector lamp on off Record lamp hours Monitor temperature and humidity inside Enclosure Maintain temperature at safe operating level Maintain relative humidity within safe limits Prevent condensation Isolate projector in case of unsafe temperature Report status over RDM O ON DW WwW BR UU N Optional remote projector relay control over DMX DEC3 3 constantly monitors the following parameters e Projector Luminaire power e Line Voltage e Temperature e Humidity DEC 3 3 s patented Goldilocks algorithm uses a combination of heaters and fans to maintain a safe operating temperature and a safe relative humidity
15. 0065 6500 01 Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004 108 EC Test Report 61000 6500 03 and further conforms with the following EU Harmonized Standards EN 60065 2002 Test Report 60065 6500 01 EN 60529 2001 2002 Test Report 60529 6500 02 EN 61000 6 3 2007 A1 2011 Test Report 61000 6500 03 EN61000 6 1 2007 Test Report 61000 6500 03 EN55015 2006 A2 2009 Test Report 61000 6500 03 Dated 1 March 2013 Position of signatory President Name of Signatory Tim Burnham Signed below on behalf of Tempest Lighting Inc Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 3 amp TEMPEST qat RT 4 Th LisTEO C US This is to certify that the following products 6500 US Baby Blizzard force cooled 230V 6505 US Baby Blizzard force cooled 230V 6510 US Baby Blizzard DEC3 Enclosure Control 230V 6515 US Baby Blizzard DEC3 Enclosure Control 230V 6550 US Blizzard DEC3 Enclosure Control 230V 6555 US Blizzard Stretch DEC3 Enclosure Control 230V 6556 US Blizzard X Stretch DEC3 Enclosure Control 230V 6560 US Blizzard Force cooled 230V 6565 US Blizzard Stretch Force cooled 230V 6566 US Blizzard X Stretch Force cooled 230V Have been tested and approved to standards UL 508 electrical and UL 50 environmental as NEMA 3R enclosures for use in the United States and Canada This declaration is made by the manufacturer Tempest Lighting Inc 13110 Saticoy Street Unit C North Hollywood CA 91605 USA This decla
16. Heater On Relay Temp DMX Lamp amp J TEMPEST Tempest Lighting Inc 13110 Saticoy Street Unit C N Hollywood CA 91605 USA Tel 1 818 787 8984 Fax 1 818 982 5510 info tempestlighting com www tempest org In the interest of continuous product improv notice Neither Tempest Lighting Inc nor i arising from it ni Tempest Lighting Inc All Rights Reserved Blizzard Enclosure User Manual w TEMPEST For the following products manufactured after August 2013 Blizzard Baby Blizzard Midi Blizzard Blizzard Stretch Blizzard X Stretch nent is subject to change without eld liable for expense or injury i September 2013 page 4 Table of Contents 2 3 4 MOC UCU ON oeeie a er enn ene ee eee Oe en eee ere eer 5 Dimensions Weights and Projector Fit ccccseccsseeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeaeeeees 6 EL e AE EE E EE E E E re 7 Sey I VV NS ene 7 Cal io eee ee 8 PVM CDI lesa stasis ctataereets inc cis osigeses aoa cle sect edsiotieniosmenaise soaceceeeteceaneuies 8 Blizzard XYZ Mount 5 osisesdse cess csse tise esbeseseosiesa es eden ene 11 Exhaust Vents and Louvers for Base up OPeratiON scccssseeeeseeeeeeeeeees 13 Drainage Outdoor Enclosures Only ccceesecceeeeeseeeeseeceeeeeseeeaeeeeaeesaees 14 Blizzard HUSH Exhaust HOSC cccccsecccsseecceeeeceeeeceaeeeceueeeeaeeecaeeeesaeessees 15 Mounting the Projector in the Blizzard ENclosSure
17. anty has been timely given and such Goods may be returned to Seller freight prepaid but only upon Customer s receipt of Seller s written return material authorization RMA and shipping instructions The RMA shall be void if the Goods are not received within 45 days after issuance of the RMA No deduction or credit in respect of any rejected or returned Goods shall be taken until Customer has received Seller s further written deduction or credit authorization following Seller s inspection to confirm nonconformity or defect Seller will charge to Customer any and all costs incurred by Seller in connection with the handling shipping inspection and disposition of any returned Goods that are determined by Seller not to have been nonconforming upon Delivery or as to which the warranty hereunder is not applicable D UPON ANY PROPER RETURN PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH C ABOVE WHETHER IN CONNECTION WITH A REJECTION OF GOODS OR AN ALLEGED BREACH OF WARRANTY AND BASED UPON THE CONDITIONS SET FORTH IN THIS PARAGRAPH 7 SELLER AGREES THAT IT WILL AS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THE CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE FOR ANY NONCONFORMITY OR BREACH OF WARRANTY AND AT SELLER S SOLE ELECTION i REPAIR SUCH GOODS OR ii REPLACE SUCH GOODS Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 44 amp TEMPEST 10Tempest Product Support Step 1 First contact your local Dealer for support Your dealer is best placed to respond quickly to your needs Step 2 If your dealer
18. be maintained 24 7 Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 21 amp TEMPEST HUSH Enclosures Connect the remote fan wire to the terminals marked FAN on the MiniDEC board see Blizzard HUSH Exhaust Hose section above Replace MiniDEC Cover MiniDEC Operation The MiniDEC controller monitors current going to the projector inside the Blizzard enclosure and also heat inside the enclosure When it detects that the projector is on and or the internal temperature is getting warm MiniDEC runs the enclosure fan MiniDEC Operation is completely automatic Summary MiniDEC detects current to projector gt 1 5amps Fan on MiniDEC detects current to projector drop below lamp 5 minute fan cool down then fan off MiniDEC detects temperature 25 35 C 77 95 F Pulse fan to change air every minute MiniDEC detects temperature gt 35 C 95 F Switch Fan on MiniDEC LED Indicator For information and faultfinding there is an LED indicator on the MiniDEC control board Function as follows LED OFF MiniDEC is not powered or power supply has failed es LED ON MiniDEC is functioning normally and projector power is lt lamp z mam LED blinking slowly Projector Power gt 1 amp fan on e ee eB LED blinking rapidly Projector power has dropped below lamp Fan is running for five minutes for five minute cool down Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 22 amp TEMPEST Outdoor Enclosures with DEC3 3 Control IMPORTANT Tempest enclos
19. closure User Manual page 20 amp TEMPEST Indoor Enclosures and HUSH Boxes with MiniDEC Control For Outdoor Enclosures with DEC3 3 Control skip to the next section IMPORTANT Tempest enclosures are supplied for either 120VAC 50 60Hz or 208 240VAC 50 60Hz operation Tempest Lighting is not liable for damage or failure to operate correctly due to connection to an inappropriate electrical supply ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE UNDERTAKEN BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN IN COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL NORMS AND STANDARDS Remove the MiniDEC cover inside the back of the enclosure Connect AC Wiring to MiniDEC Controller Single Feed Operation Split Feed Operation ED ED woo apo ees re MID BEM ECT Ls em 9OV GLOE LZ ALA AStL O 9OY S LOC LZL ALA AStL O ASW GQ MSi Q an NEUTRAL CUT LINK 2 NEUTRAL PLACES FOR SPLIT FEED GROUND OPERATION GROUND LIVE Projector and Fan LIVE Fan Single Feed Wiring LIVE Projector Feed the controller with a single maintained supply The enclosure should be powered 24 7 The projector must be switched off when needed using the projector s control system Twister ships configured for single feed wiring operation Split Feed Wiring You may switch off the supply to the projector without interfering with the cooling fan operation Connect feeder wires as shown AND CUT THE COPPER LINK ON THE MiniDEC BOARD IN TWO PLACES AS SHOWN Fan circuit should
20. de down It s important to be sure that the projector to be used supports this feature usually referred to as Ceiling mode before commencing installation Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 10 amp TEMPEST 4 Blizzard XYZ Mount pan movement Then E T Tighten these screws to raise this lock horizontal i i f side roll or loosen to lower it Tighten the locknuts up under the yoke to lock the roll position This bolt should be E just tight enough so a the projector can amp tilt with a little hand pressure Tighten this knob both sides to lock tilt movement SAFETY COLLAR The Safety Collar MUST be bolted through the bottom of the pole below the yoke Friction Pad ensures a tight grip when locked down Spring nuts lock into Unistrut rails IMPORTANT on Blizzard base Drill a 3 8 10mm hole through the bottom of your vertical pole and use this bolt and locknut to fix the safety collar in place All Blizzard enclosures may be mounted using the adjustable Blizzard XYZ mount The XYZ Mount is designed to mount on the bottom of a piece of 1 schedule 40 pipe 48 50mm Outside Dimension Part 6500 XYZ Adjustment Range Vertical 60 to 90 Horizontal 360 Roll 10 Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 11 amp TEMPEST Important e Installation must conform to all local safety norms and building codes Tempest Lighting Inc will accept no respo
21. dicates fan moving air to stabilize temp humidity Current sensing shows lamp is ON Lamp hour counter is running Current sensing shows lamp is OFF Lamp hour counter is not running Lamp relay is closed normal Projector power receptacle is energized Lamp relay is open due to over temperature event Projector power receptacle is isolated Temperature is below lower temp setting Temperature is in normal range Humidity is above target limit Temperature is above top setting Temperature is above Trip level Projector power is isolated DEC3 3 is in BASIC Mode DMX not used OR DEC3 3 is in Monitor or Control Mode and no valid DMX or RDM packet has been detected Good DMX or RDM data packet received Control Mode DMX Fail A previously good DMX signal has failed Monitor Mode No RDM information being received this is normal page 33 TEMPEST J h The display on the Control display provides additional status information depending on the Control Display operating mode Basic Mode amp 28 C 47 internal temperature relative humidity Monitor Mode 209V OFF line voltage lamp status DMX Mode amp 28 C 47 internal temperature relative humidity Service Mode 209V OFF line voltage lamp status Alternating with DMX 001 DMX Start Address No DMX DMX Status Control Interface Operation The Control Interface is normally LOCKED To UNLOCK hold ESC and OK together for 5 seconds r N LLJ A
22. eaded holes in the underside MUST be open to allow drainage in the event of water ingress Base Down Installation Base Up Installation 10 32 screw and sealing 10 32 screw and sealing washer washer am CHIN y EN 4 EA K A 3 Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 14 TEMPEST Blizzard HUSH Exhaust Hose All Blizzard HUSH enclosures are supplied with a 25 7 6m exhaust hose and remote exhaust fan This hose may be extended to 50 15 2m if required contact factory for extension hose The fan wire is threaded through the hose and must be terminated to the fan terminals in the Blizzard HUSH enclosure 1 Install the Blizzard enclosure as described above ESS 2 Check that the fan wire is pulled all the way through the flexible hose Nene Exhaust Hose 8 200mm Hose Clamp Fan Wire Exhaust Chimney 3 Install the fan in an acoustically separate space eg an insulated ceiling or an adjacent room a It is helpful to site the fan so that it is blowing AWAY from the projector usually this will mean UP 4 Screw the fan plate to a convenient surface or beam A secure mounting is important to prevent vibration Fix to building structure with four screws Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 15 TEMPEST 5 Thread the fan wire through the chimney in the top of the Blizzard enclosure and terminate on the MiniDEC FAN terminals Polarity is not important Mi
23. empest Lighting Inc accepts no responsibility for damage or injury arising from inappropriate or unsafe installation Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 8 4900 MB Stainless Steel Unistrut channel nut bolt and washer Four required per enclosure Mounting plate Guidelines Blizzard and Blizzard Stretch Suggested layout for mounting plate using four 4900 MB kits 10 0 254mm Mounting holes 0 532 13mm 4 places Front Back TEMPEST x 4 4900 MC Stainless Steel Unistrut channel nut bolt and pipe clamp for pipes 1 5 38mm to 2 50mm OD Four required per enclosure 4925 MC Stainless Steel Unistrut channel nut bolt and pipe clamp for pipes 2 50mm to 2 5 64mm OD Four required per enclosure Blizzard Baby Midi Suggested layout for mounting plate using four 4900 MB kits 10 0 254mm Ho Mounting holes 0 532 13mm 4 places 14 0 356mm Use 6mm or greater aluminum or stainless steel plate Do not obstruct wiring access Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 9 amp TEMPEST Mounting Base down and Base up All Blizzard enclosures are designed to be mounted base down on a solid structure using Unistrut mounting hardware They may also be suspended from an overhang ceiling or truss using the same hardware Note that in this event it will be necessary to flip the projector image since the projector itself will be hanging upsi
24. es Setting the Max Humidity too low will result in unnecessary heating and excessive energy use So set the Max Humidity at the top end of the relative humidity likely to be experienced on site DMX Address Range 001 510 Default 001 Sets the DMX address for the lamp relay control See also DMX Response Set Temp Units Display Degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit Default Celsius Note that temperature settings must always be Celsius Lamp Hours Default 0000 Counts lamp hours you must reset to zero when changing lamps Lamp On Point The lamp current at which DEC detects the projector luminaire lamp is running Default is 1 Amp which allows for equipment fans and power supplies to run without changing the air in the enclosure Lamp on point may be set in 0 2 Amp increments between 0 2 Amps and 2 0 Amps Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 30 amp TEMPEST DMX Connections DMX refers to USITT DMX512 a commonly used control protocol in the entertainment industry running over RS485 Consult USITT DMX installation guidelines when laying out a system or employ a qualified DMX system integrator A DMX network will be required if a The projector inside the enclosure requires a DMX control signal b You wish to monitor the enclosure using RDM c You wish to control the enclosure lamp relay over DMX DMX Terminations Note DMX will not normally be used in projector installations Pinout 1 Ground 2 Data 3 Data
25. g aa Safety Information Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 5 amp TEMPEST Dimensions Weights and Projector Fit Power and Dota Eniries HUSH models Exhaust Hose Chimney HUSH models DIMA E Power and Dala Entries Indoor Outdoor pie Unistruis For Atiochment To Building Structure Exhoaus Cowills Indoor and Dima D Quidoor modek DIM C BF DKA A Blizzard 6515 24 61cm 20 51cm 11 28ctm 18 46cm 14 35 5cm 30lb 14kg 17x16 5x8 5 400W Baby 43x42x22cm Blizzard 6550 33 79cm 30 76cm 14 36cm 18 46cm 16 40 6cm 691b 31kg 25x26x12 1 300W 64x66x30cm Blizzard 6556 53 135cm 30 76cm 16 41cm 30 76cm 16 40 6cm 98lb 45kg 42x26x14 1 800W X Stretch 107x66x36cm Be sure to allow for lenses cables and connectors when calculating projector fit 3 75mm Note You must allow clearance each side for airflow and latches Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 6 2 TEMPEST f Re Installation Safety and Warnings These warnings are for your protection Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death Tempest Lighting Inc assumes no responsibility for damages or injury incurred by misuse or mishandling of product ahd Do not attempt to install or operate the enclosure before fully reading and understanding this manual Never allow anyone who has not read this manual to open the encl
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27. k Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 37 amp TEMPEST Firmware Upgrade over RDM te JESEGe DEC3 3 firmware File Connection Options Tools Help is field upgradeable using RDM A field upgrade requires a JESE RDM TRI MKI Firmware Upload interface to be Remote Device connected to the SECs hike Coralie PM eo n Software Version which the DEC3 3 D is located and the Fie Select o oo use of JESE GetSet software The kit Select a file to upload is available from 0 Tempest under 1 Device discovered in 0 3 seco a ae part 2000 190 Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 38 amp TEMPEST 5 Closing up the Enclosure 1 Check all electrical connections ba F COGIARGOP 20000000 2 Clear the enclosure and projector of all dust and debris 3 Check that the power switch on the projector is in the ON position 4 Complete all signal connections following projector manufacturer s instructions 5 Test projector v 6 Tie down cables so that they will not touch heaters or fans 7 Replace the cover on the Blizzard base This may require two people Congratulations Your system is now ready for use Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 39 amp TEMPEST 6 Operation Outdoor Enclosures must receive power at all times Enclosure and will not provide proper protection for the projector inside if it is not connected to AC power
28. logged leading to higher temperatures inside the enclosure Make sure that these areas are clear the filters are clean and the fans are working properly Projector turns on and off repeatedly Check that vent areas and airways are clear If so ambient temperature may be too high see over temperature note above or projector may have internal problem Fans are not spinning Fan cords may have become disconnected Check connections between fan and cord Fans may be obstructed Shut off power to enclosure and check for obstructions Turn power back on to see if fans will start spinning If fans do not turn and display on temperature controller is lit contact technical support If fans do not turn display is not lit then enclosure is not receiving power Turn off all power and check wiring If the wiring is correct contact technical support Excessive debris in unit Filters may not be properly seated Check for gaps Excessive Water in enclosure Weep drain holes may be clogged Clear them Latches do not latch properly Check for obstructions Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 43 TEMPEST J h 9 Limited Warranty INSPECTION WARRANTY RETURNS A Customer at its sole expense shall inspect all Goods promptly upon receipt and accept all Goods that conform to the specifications or catalog All claims for any alleged defect in or failure of the Goods or Seller s performance to conform to the Contract
29. mp Front Projector Support Slide the projector clamps to find the best position avoiding contact with projector access doors vents and controls and tighten the bttom knobs to lock in place Remove the center projector clamp and set the projector in place Set the desired height on the Front Projector Support using a large Philips screwdriver The front clamp is intended to be fixed adjustments will be made using the back and center clamps Adjust the height and pitch of the back projector Support using the clamp adjustment knobs Replace the center clamp and tighten the clamp adjustment knobs DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN Adjust for tit pan and roll as desired by loosening and tighteniong the clamp adjustment knobs page 17 amp TEMPEST Projector Power Connection l Connect projector power cable to the IEC Receptacle on the side of the DEC or MiniDEC controller Note that a rewireable IEC 320 plug is provided if needed a NOTE Auxiliary power If you need power for auxiliary equipment inside the enclosure cut the cable of a locally available power strip short and wire the IEC plug provided to it Plug the projector and auxiliary equipment into the power strip Pull the projector signal cables usually CAT5 or fiber through the signal conduit entry and connect to your equipment per manufacturer s instructions Tie down any cables away from the exhaust fan Power up the projector check functions and adjust
30. niDEC Fan Terminal 6 Stretch the hose over the Blizzard exhaust chimney and secure with the hose clamp provided Note that you can shorten the hose as desired with a sharp knife and wire cutters but be careful not to cut the fan wire Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 16 amp TEMPEST Mounting the Projector in the Blizzard Enclosure aka least two people If the Blizzard enclosure is suspended from a ceiling or overhang this MUST be done by at Blizzard enclosures incorporate projector clamps to mount any projector with precise positioning control of pan tilt and roll There are two slightly different types of projector mount Blizzard X Stretch Stretch Projector Clamp Slide Bottom Projector Clamp Top Projector Clamp 1 Slide the projector clamps to find the best position avoiding contact with projector access doors vents and controls and tighten the bttom knobs to lock in place 2 Remove the top projector clamps and set the projector in place Adjust the height and pitch of the bottom clamps using the clamp adjustment knobs 3 Replace the top clamps and tighten the clamp adjustment knobs DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN 4 Adjust for tit pan and roll as desired by loosening and tighteniong the clamp adjustment knobs Blizzard Enclosure User Manual Projector Clamp Slide Clamp Adjustment Knob Blizzard Blizzard Midi Baby Back Projector Support Center Projector Cla
31. nsibility for incorrect or unsafe installation e Installer must drill the bottom of the pole and install the safety bolt provided e The vertical pole must be securely mounted and braced to prevent movement Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 12 TEMPEST Exhaust Vents and Louvers for Base up operation Exhaust Cowls Blizzard s exhaust Cowls must be installed with the openings down to prevent rainwater and dust ingress Outdoor and Indoor versions only Mounting screws No Return Exhaust Cowls Standard Exhaust Cowls Blizzard 6550 and up Blizzard Baby Midi To reverse cowls remove the four mounting screws rotate cowl s and replace with the open side down Louvers Make sure that the Filters Louvers are pointing down as shown below to protect against rain and dust To reverse Louver direction 1 Remove the filter locking knobs filter clamp filter and louver Rotate louver and replace in louver opening Replace filter filter clamp KR U N Replace and tighten filter locking knobs Louver direction for base down operation Louver direction for base up operation Louver Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page I3 TEMPEST E f Drainage Outdoor Enclosures Only Threaded drainage holes are provided in the top and bottom of the Blizzard enclosure Whichever side is up MUST be plugged with the sealing screws and washers provided The thr
32. nt of a projector malfunction e Control mode is recommended for show control applications but can be risky in live show operation since the DMX slot used for the enclosure MUST be kept high to prevent the lamp relay from opening Service Mode e For trained service personnel only e Normal operation is suspended and the enclosure functions as a 3 channel DMX device o Lamp Relay Slot 1 o Fans Slot 2 o Heater Slot 3 e Service mode is ONLY for troubleshooting DO NOT use Service mode for normal operation Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 29 amp TEMPEST DEC3 3 Control Parameters Temperature and Humidity Ranges Cooling Fan s Oe Trip Temp 55 70 C Default 60 C Low Upper Temp 35 50 C Default 40 C Relative Humidity Trend Temp 50 90 Dynamic Default 80 IdealTemp Dynamic based on Relative Humidity High ry LowerTemp 0 10 C Default O C Heater s Notes 1 In moving light enclosures the temperature sensor is located in the exhaust airflow Temperatures shown may be higher than those around the projector 2 We recommend using the factory default settings for several weeks or months before making any changes In most cases they will not be necessary Max Humidity Range 50 90 Default 80 The threshold at which air inside the enclosure is heated to raise dewpoint and prevent condensation Setting a higher Max Humidity is not a bad thing in high humidity climat
33. o www tempest org for contact information RDM and RDM Integration DEC3 3 s RDM implementation allows system integrators to remotely configure control or monitor DEC3 3 attributes including e Relative Humidity e Air Temperature e PCB Temperature e Lamp Current e Elapsed Lamp Hours e Lamp Relay Status e Fan Relay Status e Heater Relay Status e DMX Status e DMX Start Address e DMX Personality RDM Mode e Device Type e Device Label e Software Version DMX RDM is an effective and powerful tool for commissioning and monitoring an installation particularly in large systems For further guidance please RDM DEC3 3 to be compliant with the RDM standard but is not an RDM systems integrator and can consult a qualified RDM system integrator Tempest Lighting warrants offer only basic guidance on RDM utilization Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 32 Control Interface LED Indicators Heater Fan Lamp On Lamp Relay Temp DMX ON Green l ON Green a ON Green OFF ON Green ON Red FLASHING ON Green ON Amber ON Red FLASHING Red EBB eee OFF ON GREEN Sea ON RED st Blizzard Enclosure User Manual amp TEMPEST My gt LL P Heater is ON to maintain lower temperature level or to prevent condensation Lamp is ON or Temperature is HIGH and Fan is cooling enclosure Short burst when lamp off in
34. original purchase order number Seller s invoice number on which Goods were originally billed and a statement of the alleged defect along with digital photographs showing such defects where feasible 2 The Warranty shall not apply i to any claimed defect that was capable of discovery upon reasonable inspection and deemed to be waived under paragraph A above ii to any Goods that have been subject to misuse abnormal service or handling or altered or modified in design or construction iii to any Goods repaired or serviced by any person other than Seller s authorized service personnel or to Goods installed other than according to installation instructions or iv with respect to normal wear and tear 3 Seller makes no Warranty with respect to parts or components that are not the product of Seller and specifically makes no warranty whatsoever for equipment housed inside enclosure products manufactured by Seller 4 The Warranty is Seller s exclusive warranty with respect to the Goods Seller makes no warranties guarantees or representations express or implied to Customer except as set forth in this section ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR USE OR FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED C Seller will accept the return of Goods properly rejected under paragraph A above or as to which Notice of an alleged breach of Warr
35. orm maintenance on the enclosure or projector Do not service the unit in the rain or other adverse weather conditions snow sleet high winds etc Be aware that the cover is a large object that can be awkward to handle especially when standing on a ladder or scaffolding Inspection Checklist Every Three 3 Months JU Oooo 0 All weep drain holes should be clear All vents should be free of debris Enclosure should be free of debris both inside and out Bolts should be tight Lid seal should be in good condition Check seal inside and out for gaps Window should not be cracked Fans should be moving it will be necessary to have the power on to check this with corresponding indicator status Except for the last two items concerning globe and fan problems with any of these things can be easily remedied Contact technical support for problems with the last two items Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 41 amp TEMPEST Air Filter Replacement The air filters should be removed and checked on a regular basis We recommend initial inspection every three months Inspection interval may be adjusted based on site conditions Filter Locking KnobFilter Filter ClampFilter FilterFil Louver Remove any buildup of dust on the outside of the filter with a vacuum cleaner Eventually the filters will need to be replaced Filters will appear dirty
36. osure or perform maintenance on the projector within Never leave the enclosure unattended when open Always make sure all bolts and latches are tight and safety locks are in place after performing any form of maintenance on the unit Do not open any electrical boxes until power has been shut off to all supply lines to the enclosure including the one powering the projector Do not open the enclosure in wet weather Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 7 TEMPEST Planning Snow clearance Outdoor MINIMUM 24 60cm Allow at least 24 60cm clearance behind enclosure for access and ventilation outdoor Indoor ss 24 60cm Enclosures with Digital Enclosure Control MUST be powered 24 7 365 d Warning In most cases this installation cannot be safely completed by 1 person Mounting The Blizzard enclosure is provided with a pair of Unistrut channels on the enclosure base for mounting to your structure You may use standard Unistrut accessories or purchase mounting kits from Tempest Lighting four kits are required per enclosure O Each Enclosure must be mounted with FOUR points All mountings must be made using the two Unistrut channels on the base of the enclosure Tempest Lighting recommends the use of stainless steel mounting hardware IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE Installer must ensure that all mounting points are secure and conform to local safety regulations T
37. ration is based on tests that were conducted on the submitted samples of the above mentioned products Listing Report No 3198609LAX 001a refers Dated Dacelather f th 2010 Signature PENG Ta Tempest Lighting Inc Tempest Lighting Inc 13110 Saticoy Street North Hollywood CA 91605 USA www tempest org info tempestlighting com t 1 818 787 8984 f 1 818 982 5582 Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 4 1 Introduction Products Covered by this Manual 6515 xxH 6515 xxl 6515 xxO 6540 xxH 6540 xxl 6540 xxO 6550 xxH 6550 xxl 6550 xxO 6555 xxH 6555 xxl 6555 xxO 6556 xxH 6556 xx 6556 xxO Notes xx Part suffix US for North American electrical systems Xx Part suffix IN for European 230V electrical systems Blizzard Baby HUSH Blizzard Baby Indoor Blizzard Baby Outdoor Blizzard Midi HUSH Blizzard Midi Indoor Blizzard Midi Outdoor Blizzard HUSH Blizzard Indoor Blizzard Outdoor Blizzard Stretch HUSH Blizzard Stretch Indoor Blizzard Stretch Outdoor Blizzard X Stretch HUSH Blizzard X Stretch Indoor Blizzard X Stretch Outdoor amp TEMPEST North American versions are 208VAV as standard 120VAC available to order Using This Manual Please read this manual in its entirety before starting work All the information contained is important and should be read carefully before proceeding Heed all warnings and advisories Icon Key Valuable information M Electrical Warnin
38. running the GetSet program in Windows 7 and connecting to a DEC3 3 controller using a RDM TRI MK1 interface Tempest part 2000 190 Remote Device Tempest Lighting Inc DEC3 MK2 Controller Software Version 00 12 r Parameter Key Required Parameter Supported Parameter Manufacturer Parameter ESTA Reserved Parameter Show Root and Sub Devices Root Device DEC3 2 Test Unit Supported Parameters QUEVED_MESSAGE STATUS_MESSAGES STATUS_ID_DESCRIPTION CLEAR_STATUS_ID PARAMETER_DESCRIPTION DEVICE_MODEL_DESCRIPTION MANUFACTURER_LABEL DEVICE_LABEL DMx_PERSONALITY DMx_PERSONALITY_DESCRIPTION DMX_START_ADDRESS SLOT_INFO SLOT_DESCRIPTION DEFAULT_SLOT_VALUE m y 1 Device discovered inf EE Click on Item to Activate a ooo This view shows a single DEC3 2 test unit that has been File Connection Options Tools Help correctly discovered and labeled by the GetSet software suite and a log of RDM messages This RDM interface provides a Sensor Relative Humidity y graphic view of the various 40 sensor functions supported by DEC3 2 and up Important Check that your RDM interface 0 100 Humidity vendor has tested his interface Normal Range gt r Delta Range Min Max Min Max 10 0 90 0 49 6 50 4 with Tempest enclosures and all other RDM devices you plan to use on the same networ
39. ures are supplied for either 120VAC 50 60Hz or 208 240VAC 50 60Hz operation Tempest Lighting is not liable for damage or failure to operate correctly due to connection to an inappropriate electrical supply ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE UNDERTAKEN BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN IN COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL NORMS AND STANDARDS 650010 Yn Cut here for split supply operation oes GOSDOoG 690 0G090C006 Fan1 Proj rojector Fan2 receptacle Heater s Projector Supply Enclosure Supply split mode 100 250VAC 50 60Hz Note wire colors may differ depending on applicable electrical standards European wire colors are shown here IMPORTANT MAKE SURE THAT TERMINAL SCREWS ARE FULLY BACKED OUT BEFORE INSERTING WIRES Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 23 TEMPEST Common Feed operation factory default ae Enclosure and projector share the same electrical circuit Circuit must be powered ON 24 7 Connect incoming power to the terminals labeled MAINS E Earth Ground Da r L Live gt at E GOJOTO WO Neind Blizzard Enclosure User Manual page 24 amp TEMPEST Split Feed Operation Enclosure and projector have separate electrical feeds The enclosure circuit must be powered ON 24 7 When splitting the feeders both circuits should be on the same phase and at the same supply voltage JOOOEOSDO ES ax 1 Use a wire cutter to cut the copper links on the DEC3 2 board in four
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