Haze Machine
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1. WARNING FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START UP CAUTION Keep this equipment away from rain moisture and liquids SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation operation amp maintenance of this equipment should Be competent Follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION TAKE CARE USING THIS EQUIPMENT HIGH VOLTAGE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Before your initial start up please make sure that there is no damage caused during transportation Should there be any consult your dealer and do not use the equipment To maintain the equipment in good working condition and to ensure safe operation it is necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual Please note that damages caused by user modifications to this equipment are not subject to warranty IMPORTANT The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non observance of this manual or any unauthorised modification to the equipment Never let the power cable come into contact with other cables Handle the power cable and all mains voltage connections with particular caution Never remove warning or informative labels from the equipment Do not open the equipment and do not modify the equipment Only use the equipment indoors Do not expose to flammable sources or gases Always disconnect t2. Action time DMX value Action time DMX value Action time Force fog 9 19 constant off 100 4 25 180 8 65 16 31 Force fog 105 185 8 85 constant On o N 2 Interval Time deviation 10 DMX 512 DMX Digital Multiplex is a universal protocol used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures and controllers A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions form the controller to the fixture DMX data is sent as serial data that travels from fixture to fixture via the DATA IN and DATA OUT XLR terminals located on all DMX fixtures most controllers only have a data out terminal DATA Cable DMX cable requirements for DMX operation The Fogtec VP 2500 can be controlled via DMX 512 protocol The DMX address is set on the back of the unit Your unit and your DMX controller require a standard 3 pin XLR connector for data input output figure 1 Figure 1 Further DMX cables can be purchased from all good sound and lighting suppliers or Prolight dealers Please quote CABL10 2M CABL11 5M CABL12 10M Also remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained and cannot be split Notice Be sure to follow figures 2 amp 3 when making your own cables Do not connect the cable s shield conductor to the ground lug or allow the shield conductor to come in contact with the XLR s outer casing Grounding the shield could cause a short circuit and erratic behaviour DMX
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4. 512 out 3 pin XLR XLR MALE SOCKET 3 Hot 2 cold 1 OQ ES 3 Hot A 2 ee lt lt common XLR FEMALE SOCKET 1 ground FIGURE 3 Special Note Line termination DMX 512 in 3 pin XLR XLR Pin Configuration Pin 1 2 Ground Pin 2 Negative FIGURE 2 When longer runs of cable are used you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic behaviour Termination reduces signal transmission problems and interferance it is always advisable to connect a 2 DMX terminal resistance 120 Ohm 1 4 W between pin 2 DMX and pin 3 DMX of the last fixture Using cable terminator part number CABL90 will decrease the possibilities of erratic behaviour 5 Pin XLR DMX Connectors Some manufactures use 5 Pin XLR connectors for data transmission in place of 3 pin 5 Pin XLR fixtures may be implemented in a 3 pin XLR DMX line When inserting standard 5 Pin XLR connectors in to a 3 pin line a cable adaptor must be used The Chart below details the correct cable conversion 5 Pin canon socket Pin 1 GND screen Bin Q in 3 Signal Pin 4 Ne Pin 5 N C 3 Pin canon socket Pin 1 GND screen Pin 2 Pin 3 N C 3 Pin canon socket Pin 1 GND screen Pin 2 Pin 3 N C 5 Pin canon socket Pin 1 GND screen Bin 2 signal Q in 3 Signal Pin 4 Ne Pin 5 N C DMX Dip Switch Quick Reference Chart Dip Switch
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6. X MANUAL button is pressed ON the green LED will light up now you can control fogging manually The DURATION control knob is used to adjust the length time the fog is emitted while the INTERVAL control knob is used to decide the mean time between outputting the fog Note The functions of the Duration and Interval only work under the Manual Timer mode 6 When the DMX MANUAL button is pressed OFF the timer function is now controlled via the DMX output The DMX 2 has two channels Channel 1 To adjust the duration Channel 2 To adjust the Interval For setting the DMX address please refer to the DMX chart overleaf 7 The LED above the button has a dual colour LED red and green When it is illuminated Green this indicates the operation mode of the button When it is Red this indicated the status of fogging NOTE Manual Fogging mode overrides DMX Mode recs Transen 1 Power On Off Press this to turn the power On A Press this button and the green LED will illuminate indicating the mode has 2 DMX Manual been switched to Manual Timer B Release the button to set it to DMX Mode C The LED will illuminate Red indicating the status of fogging output 3 Manual Press this button to manually manage the Fogging fog output EA bier Set appropriate dip switches for DMX Dip switches address DMX Charts CH 1 Duration time deviation 10 DMX value
7. haze fluid before switching on Always disconnect it from the mains supply as fluid could be spilled Only use quality smoke haze fluids recommended by your dealer We recommend high quality i smoke haze fluids You must not use substances which are classified as DANGEROUS WORKING MATERIALS or FLAMMABLE FLUIDS If fluid should get inside the main housing disconnect the unit from the mains immediately and consult a technician INSTALLATION Install the unit in a well ventilated area Use in an insufficiently ventilated room can lead to the condensation of the smoke fluid The resulting slippery surface can cause accidents Keep a minimum distance of 20cm around the unit Furthermore do not orientate the output nozzle directly in the direction of the audience s eyes In order to create the best effect there should be a distance between the unit and the audience of at least 1 5M Only install the smoke machine on fire resistant scratch resistant and water resistant surfaces DANGER OF FIRE When installing the unit make sure there is no highly flammable material decoration articles etc within a minimum distance of 0 5M Please make sure that the installation angle does not exceed 15 This unit is constructed for a free standing or hanging installation If the unit is to be installed overhead please follow the safety instructions below RIGGING INSTALLATION The installation has to be built and constructed in a way
8. he power from the mains when equipment is not in use or before cleaning Only handle the power cable by the plug Never pull out the plug by pulling the power cable Make sure that the available voltage is between 220v 240v Make sure that the power cable is never crimped or damaged Check the equipment and the power cable periodically f the equipment is dropped or damaged disconnect the mains power supply immediately Have a qualified engineer inspect the equipment before operating again f the equipment has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation e g after transportation do not switch it on immediately The arising condensation might damage the equipment Leave the equipment switched off until it has reached room temperature f your product fails to function correctly discontinue use immediately Pack the unit securely preferably in the original packing material and return it to your Prolight dealer for service Only use fuses of same type and rating Repairs servicing and power connection must only be carried out by a qualified technician THIS UNIT CONTAINS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS WARRANTY One year from date of purchase OPERATING DETERMINATIONS If this equipment is operated in any other way than those described in this manual the product may suffer damage and the warranty becomes void Incorrect operation may lead to danger e g short circuit burns electric shocks etc Do not endanger you
9. hen the CONTINUOUS button is pressed ON the Red LED will light illuminate the machine will now emit fog continuously until the Green LED goes OFF indicating the fogger hazer is heating up again The TIMERS and MANUAL buttons are ineffective in this mode 4 When the TIMERS button is pressed ON and the CONTINUOUS button is pressed OFF the machine can be controlled manually by pressing the MANUAL button Note Before removing or replacing the remote control unit disconnect the power cable TC 1 TC 4 Controller Function Instruction Timers On Off Continuous Fogging Manual Fogging Press this button and the timer of the interval output will stop and the red LED will illuminate Press this button and the fog machine will emit fog continuously and the red LED will illuminate Press this button and it allows the operation to be controlled manually 0 5s 10s 1s 9s 280s 20s DMX 2 controller appendix The DMX 2 is suitable for the VP 2500 the operations are as follows 1 When the MANUAL FOGGING Green LED is OFF this means that the fog haze machine is heating up When the Green LED illuminates the fog haze machine has heated up and is ready for use 2 When the POWER ON OFF button is pressed no LED illuminated the machine will emit fog continuously until the Green MANUAL FOGGING LED goes off indicating the machine is heating up again 3 When the DM
10. jury and or damage to property The unit has to be installed out of the reach of people CAUTION Units in overhead installations may cause severe injuries when falling If you have doubts concerning the safety of a possible installation do not install the unit Mount the unit with the bracket to your hanging system using an appropriate clamp or bolt For overhead use always install a safety wire which can hold at least 12 times the weight of the unit You must only use safety wires with link screw caps The maximum drop distance must never exceed 20cm A safety wire which has already held the strain of a fallen item or which is defective must not be used again Adjust the desired installation angle via the mounting bracket and tighten the screws DANGER TO LIFE Before operation for the first time the installation has to be approved by an expert 00000000 AI CONTROLLERS TC 1 TC 4 Controller The TC 1 is suitable for the VP 1500 and the TC 4 is suitable for the SHZ 80 The operation is as follows 1 When the MANUAL FOGGING Green LED is OFF this means that the fog haze machine is heating up When the Green LED illuminates the fog haze machine has heated up and is ready for use 2 When the TIMERS and CONTINUOUS buttons are pressed OFF the fogging duration can be adjusted by turning the DURATION knob The INTERVAL knob will adjust the amount of time in between every fog output W
11. r own safety and the safety of others Incorrect installation or use can cause serious damage to people and property Before filling the unit disconnect the mains Never fill with hot liquids Only use high quality water based smoke fluid recommended by the manufacturer Other smoke fluids may cause clogging and void the warranty Always make sure there is sufficient smoke fluid in the tank Operating this smoke machine without smoke fluid will cause damage to the pump as well as over heating of the heater Operate the unit only after you have familiarized yourself with its functions Do not permit operation by persons not qualified for operating the unit and always drain the tank and use the original packaging if the unit is to be transported Fog machines TC 4 Controller TC 1 Controller DMX 2 Controller Identification A Handle B Fog fluid container C Indicator lamp D Remote socket E IEC power socket F Fuse G Low fluid indicator front Identification A Bracket B Fog fluid container C Indicator lamp D Remote socket E IEC power socket F Fuse G Bracket knob H Low fluid indicator front Identification A Bracket B Fog fluid container C Indicator lamp D Remote socket E IEC power socket F Fuse G Bracket knob H Power switch I Low fluid indicator front USER MANUAL 6 00000000 STARTING OPERATION The fluid tank of the unit needs to be filled with smoke
12. that it can hold 10 times the weight of the unit s to be installed for 1 hour without any deformation The unit must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment e g an appropriate catch net or safety wire The secondary safety attachment must be constructed in a way that no part of the installed unit can fall down if the main attachment fails When rigging derigging or servicing do not allow personnel to be directly underneath the unit The operator must always make sure that the safety relating and machine technical installations are approved by an expert before operation for the first time and after any further changes are made The operator has to make sure that the safety relating and machine technical installations are approved by an expert after every four years in the form of an acceptance test The operator has to make sure that the safety relating and machine technical installations are approved by a qualified person once a year PROCEDURE When hanging the unit must not be installed in areas where persons may walk by or be seated IMPORTANT OVERHEAD RIGGING REQUIRES EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE including but not limited to calculating working load limits installation materials being used and periodic safety inspection of all installation materials and the unit If you are not qualified do not attempt the installation yourself but instead use a professional structural rigger Improper installation can result in bodily in
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