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1. EL i SF D Fe g LL CURE LE D iw I NT OT TT OOj IN TO ast wo F NT oT wi wo IN EM EN EM oro ANIOL YTT OJON ojl oOo INT oT IN ToT west wo m O we FO 22 5 4 oT oT now LD wo tom HN wo o Ole TNT OPT OL OINI IOI DoJ Ty olol Oot er eer KH I NITE NIE ENTE NIE NITE NEN EN TEN IT 306 307 308 309 310 311 312 N HOLAAA EEE 64 296 EEE 256 257 258 259 260 261 263 265 266 267 268 269 270 271 272 273 74 75 276 277 278 279 280 281 86 87 224 225 227 228 229 23 237 238 239 240 241 247 248 249 25 205 206 207 208 20 Address gt lt Dip Switch Position 11 Fixture Linking You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using DMX2. Atmos 2000 ORDERCODE 60873 Highlite International B V Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrade The Netherlands Phone 31 45 5667700 SHOWELECT RONICS FOR PROFESSIONALS Congratulations You have bought a great innovative product trom Showtec The Showtec Atmos 2000 brings excitement to any venue Whether you want simple plug amp play action or a sophisticated DMX show this product provides the effect you need You can rely on Showtec for more excellent lighting products We design and manufacture professional light equipment for entertainment industry New products are being launched regularly We work hard to keep you our customer satisfied For more information want showtec into You can get some of the best quality best priced products on the market from Showtec So next time turn to Showtec for more great lighting equipment Always get the best with Showtec Thank you Showtec Showtec Atmos 20007 Product Guide Warning 6 _ ___ _ __________ _____ ___ Safety instructions ORC One Dele iGO ____ _ __ FRO RC ______ _______ ____ Return Procedure Claims DS CDI ___ _ _____ __4 __ 6 Overview Backside Installation ios Installing the fogger Set Up tases eset oe da en da At iene COO OOS Sea E Wireless remote contr
3. 12 Performance Notes e All fog machines develop condensation around the output nozzle Because this may result in some moisture accumulation on the surface below the output nozzle consider this condensation when installing your unit Fog machines may sputter small amounts of fog occasionally during operation and for a minute so after being turned off e All fog machines have recycling period after bursts of fog when the machine will shut itself down for a short period in order to heat back up During this time no fog can be produced Replacing a Fuse Power surges short circuit or inappropriate electrical power supply may cause a fuse to burn out If the fuse burns out the product will not function whatsoever If this happens follow the directions below to do 50 1 Unplug the unit from electric power source 2 Insert a flat head screwdriver into a slot in the fuse cover Turn the screwdriver to the left at the same time gently push a bit Turn and Push The fuse will come out 3 Remove the used fuse If brown or unclear 115 burned out 4 Insert the replacement fuse into the holder where the old fuse was Reinsert the fuse cover Be sure 10 use a fuse of the same type and specification See the product specification label for details Troubleshooting Showtec Atmos 2000 Fogger This troubleshooting guide is meant to help solve simple problems Always monitor tank fluid level as you are fogging Running a fog m
4. Wireless remote control 1 You can use the Atmos 2000 with a wireless remote control 2 Be sure to plug the receiver into the connector 9 on the backside of the fogger 3 Just press one of the two buttons to start fogging both buttons have the same function Wired Remote control Fig 3 Its three controls 1 2 3 knobs allow the operator to customize fog machine functions by adjusting output duration interval and output volume 1 Adjust the duration of each fog emission within the range of 1 to 10 seconds by means of the INTERVAL control This must be used in combination with the TIMER button 2 Adjust the interval between each fog emission within the range of 10 seconds to 5 minutes by means of the VOLUME control 3 Adjust the OUTPUT volume of each fog emission within the range of minimum to maximum by means of the VOLUME control 4 Press the yellow TIMER button to activate the timer function This function is used in combination with the interval control 5 Press down the red CONTINUOUS button for output This only works once you have pressed the green button 6 When pressed the green MANUAL button overrides all other function controls and activates maximum output The red button must be pressed down when using the green button Note When using this fogger as a stand alone unit the green LED will dim when the device 15 warming up again Multiple Atmos foggers DMX Control 1 Fasten the effect light
5. 13 Probable cause s No power to the fixture Check that power is switched on One or more and cables are plugged in completely dead Primary fuse blown Replace fuse Fixtures reset The controller is not connected Connect controller 3 pin XLR Out of the controller Install a phase reversing cable does not match XLR Out of the first between the controller and the first fixture on the link i e signal is fixture on the link reversed correctly but all resoond erratically or not at all the controller Check data quality If much lower than 100 percent the problem may be a bad data link connection poor Poor data quality quality or broken cables missing termination plug or a defective fixture disturbing the link Insoect connections and cables Bad data link connection Correct poor connections Repair or replace damaged cables Insert termination plug in output jack Ohm termination plug of the last fixture on the link some respond Bypass one fixture time until normal operation 5 regained unplug One of the fixtures is defective and both connectors and connect them disturbs data transmission on the directly together link Have the defective fixture serviced by a qualified technician Install a phase reversing cable 3 XLR Out on the fixtures does between the fixtures or swap pin 2 not match pins 2 and 3 reversed and in the fixtu
6. 512 controller to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a 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 Important Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line To comply with the EIA 485 standard no more than 30 devices should be connected on one link Connecting more than 30 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal Maximum recommended DMX data link distance 100 meters Maximum recommended number of Atmos foggers on DMX data link 30 fixtures Data Cabling To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables You can purchase DAP Audio certified DMX cables directly from dealer distriobutor or construct your own cable If you choose to create your own cable please use data grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference DAP Audio Certified DMX Data Cables e DAP Audio cable for allround use bal XLR M 3 p gt XLR F 3 p FLO1150 1 5m FLO13 8m FLO16 6m FLO110 10m FLO115 15m FLO120 20m e DAP Audio cable for the demanding user with exceptional audio qualities and connector made by Neutrik Ordercode FL71150 1 5m FL713 FL716 6m FL7110 10m
7. incorrect installation of this device e Every smoke tilled room must be overseen by skilled person e WARRANTY Till one year after date of purchase Operating instructions This device is not designed for permanent operation Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the device will serve you for a long time without defects The minimum distance between light output and the illuminated surface must be more than 0 5 meters The maximum ambient temperature 45 C must never be exceeded The relative humidity must not exceed 50 with an ambient temperature of 45 C If this device is operated in any other way than the one described in this manual the product may suffer damages and the warranty becomes void Any other operation may lead to dangers like short circuit burns electric shock explosion crash etc You endanger your own safety and the safety of others Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property Rigging Please follow the European and national guidelines concerning rigging trussing and all other safety Issues Do not attempt the installation yourself Always let the installation be carried out by an authorized dealer Procedure e lf the fogger is lowered from the ceiling or high joists professional trussing systems have be used e Use aclamp to mount the fogger with the mounting bracke to the trussing system e fogger must never be fixed swinging freely in t
8. onto firm trussing Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation 2 Always use a safety cable ordercode 70140 70141 3 Use 3 p XLR cable to connect the Atmos foggers and other devices Occupation of the XLR connection DMX OUTPUT DMX input XLR mounting socket XLR mounting plug 1 Ground 1 Ground 2 Signal 2 Signal Signal Signal The transformation of the controller line of 3 pins and 5 pins plug and socket 5 Pins canon socket Pin 1 GND screen Pin 2 Signal Pin 3 Signal Pin 4 N C Pin 5 3 Pins canon plug Pin 1 GND screen Pin 2 Signal Pin 3 Signal 5 Pins canon plug Pin 1 GND screen Pin 2 Signal Pin 3 Signal Pin 4 N C Pin 5 N C CTI 9 J 3 Pins canon socket Pin 1 GND screen Pin 2 Signal i Pin 3 Signal 4 Link the units as shown in figure 4 Connect a DMX signal cable from the first unit s DMX out socket to the second unit s in socket Repeat this process to link the second third and fourth units 5 Supply electric power Plug electric mains power cords into each unit s IEC socket then plug the other end of the mains power cord into proper electric power supply sockets starting with the first unit Do not supply power before the whole system is set Up and connected properly Multiple Atmos foggers DMX Set Up DMX 5
9. 12 OUT CE Fig 4 Note Link all cables and set dip switches before connecting electric power After switching on the Atmos fogger will automatically detect whether DMX 512 data is received or not If there is no data received the problem may be The XLR cable from the controller is not connected with the input of the Atmos fogger The controller is switched off or defective the cable or connector is detective or the signal wires are swapped in the input connector Note It s necessary to insert a XLR termination plug with 120 Ohm in the last fixture in order to ensure proper transmission on the DMX data link Dipswitch setting for DMX Mode DMX products must have their own address to receive DMX signals Addresses on the controller are set by flipping the appropriate DMX dip switches 1 9 You need fo know that DMX address settings are the sum of the dip switch values A standard DMX address for a Showtec Atmos fogger which has 1 channel is as follow Example Atmos fogger Address Value DMX Dip Switches ON Unit 5 5 1 3 Switch Value 1 3 4 Total sum 5 Explanation Since each unit has 1 channel each address advances 1 value See Address Value above Once address values are determined add DMX dip switch values to obtain the appropriate address DMX Dip Switches for each unit Flip appropriate DMX dip switches on each unit Example 1 If you want to give a Atmos fog
10. DMX Channels Channel 1 Output 0 255 From 0 100 volume output Maintenance The Atmos 2000 fogger requires almost no maintenance However you should keep the unit clean Disconnect the mains power supply and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth Do not immerse in liquid Please clean internal components once a year with a light brush and vacuum cleaner Do not use alcohol or solvents Keep connections clean Disconnect electric power and then wipe the connections with a damp cloth Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power Do not allow the fog liquid to be come contaminated Always replace the caps on the fog liquid container and the fog machine liquid tank immediately after filling After every 40 hours of continuous operation if is recommended to run a cleaning solution composed of 80 distilled water 20 white vinegar through the system to prevent the accumulation of particulate matter in the heating element When cleaning use only a clean lint free soft cloth An effective cleaning regimen is as follows 1 While unit is unplugged and cool unscrew nozzle at very front of unit and clean out debris with vinegar and a pipe cleaner making sure that the hole 15 free of clogs 2 Empty all fog fluid from machine Add cleaning solution to tank Plug unit in and begin warm up 3 RUN unit in a well ventilated area until fank is empty 4 Replace nozzle and refill with liquid
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12. achine with no fluid can permanently damage the unit If a problem occurs carry out the steps below in sequence until a solution is found Once the unit operates properly do not carry out following steps If the fogger does not operate properly refer servicing a technician 1 If you experience low output pump noise or no output at all unplug immediately 2 Check fluid level the external fuse remote connection and power from the wall 3 If all of the above appears be O K plug the unit in again 4 if fog does not come out after holding the remote button down for 30 seconds check the hose attached to the tank to make sure there is fluid going through the hose Make sure the fogger Isn t warming 5 If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem do not simply continue pushing the remote button as this may damage the unit 6 Return the machine to your Showtec dealer No Response to DMX Response Suspect the DMX cable or connectors a controller malfunction a light effect DMX card malfunction 1 Check the DMX cable Unplug the unit change the DMX cable then reconnect to electrical power Try your DMX control again 2 Determine whether the controller or light effect is at fault Does the controller operate properly with other DMX products If not take the controller in for repair If so take the DMX cable and the light effect to a qualified technician See next page for more problem solving
13. e output nozzle directly at people Never aim the output nozzle at open flames Never add flammable liquids of any kind oil gas perfume to the fog liquid Never drink fog liquid If it is ingested call a doctor immediately If fog liquid comes in contact with skin or eyes rinse thoroughly with water Never lock smoke filled rooms Risk panic among the locked persons Never smoke permanently The smoke must only be used for a short period Do not insert objects into air vents Do not open the device and do not modify the device Do not connect this device to a dimmerpack Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals as this would reduce the device s life Do not touch the fogger output bare handed during its operation output becomes very hot Do not shake the device Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device Only use device indoor avoid contact with water or other liquids Only use smoke in well ventilated rooms Only use the high quality water based fog liquid that your Showtec dealer recommends 5L fogger fluid ordercode 60603 Other fog liquids may cause poor effect fog clogging and spitting of unevaporated liquid Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases Always make sure there 15 sufficient liquid in the fog liquid tank Operating this unit without liquid will cause damage to the pump and the heater Always allow free air space of at least 20 cm around the sides a
14. fore operating If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation e g after transportation do not switch it on immediately The arising condensation water might damage your device Leave the device switched off until if has reached room temperature If your Showtec Fog Machine fails fo work properly discontinue use immediately Drain all fog liquid from the tank pack the unit securely preferably in the original packing material and return it to your Showtec dealer for service For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only Allow time to cool down before cleaning or servicing e The residence time of persons in smoke filled rooms with less than 15 m of sight must never exceed 5 minutes e The fog vapour at point of release is under pressure and is extremely hot The output nozzle becomes very hot during operation 300 degrees C Keep flammable materials at least 50 cm away from the nozzle The use of smoke fluid is only allowed for adults Repairs servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician In dense smoke saturated surroundings the oxygen portion is substantially reduced The smoke density must be portioned in a way that the sight will always be above 5 Danger of anxiety state due to missing orientation e The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the Atmos 2000 The manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or
15. ger DMX address 133 you first have to find the number 133 in the DMX Chart See page 11 2 Then look at the left side Dip Switches 1 5 horizontally from 133 In the Table you ll see 1 ON 2 OFF 3 ON 4 OFF 5 OFF 3 Finally look at the upper side of the table Dip Switches 6 9 vertically from 133 In the Table you ll see 6 OFF 7 OFF 8 ON 9 OFF DMX Address Quick Reference C DMX DIP SWITCH SET 10 oo Ou 14 0 W Le lt gt lt Dip Switch Position _ ee CORES Cao se 22 se er Cas as 1e ss HoA afee oa or ane se Css aor coo Conf cor RITES 72 CAE ENED EE EE IEEE ADAE soa EE os sa zee 00 EE co 326 327 328 329 330 331 332 se so soz sos of ef so CJELI EEE EEE Ca arf 40 Es 57 400 60 L ita otra Ie N NT E wi Le 0 N N NTN NIN IT NEN IE NTN I NT OT ast tT oT oO NT OT IN OI NT OT
16. he room e The installation must always be secured with a safety attachment an appropriate safety net or safety cable e When rigging derigging or servicing the fogger always make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked and staying in the area is forbidden The Atmos Fogger can be placed on a flat stage floor or mounted to any kind of truss by a clamp Improper installation can cause serious damage fo people and property Connection with mains Connect device to the mains with the power plug Always pay attention that the right color cable is connected to the right place International EU Cable UK Cable US Cable BROWN YELLOW COPPER FASE BLUE BLACK SILVER NUL YELLOW GREEN GREEN GREEN EARTH Make sure that the device is always connected properly to the earth 5 A Return Procedure A Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing call tags will not be issued Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Authorization Number RMA number Products returned without an RMA number will be refused Highlite will not accept the returned goods or any responsibility Call Highlite 0031 455667723 or mail aftersales highlite nl and request an RMA prior to shipping the fixture Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return Be sure to properly pack fixture any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the cus
17. k that all foam and plastic padding 15 removed especially in the nozzle area Fill with Fog Liquid ordercode 60603 or other high quality water based fog fluid Any other types of fluid can damage the unit Be careful not to exceed the maximum fluid level DO NOT OVERFILL When filled place cap back on liquid tank Firmly attach the remote control cable to the proper input on the rear of the machine The unit can also be operated at floor level or sitting on any regular surface as well If the unit is to be mounted using the bracket if is important that the fog does not shoot directly at any one s face Therefore do not point the nozzle in a direction that will aim directly at a person Whatever installation method you choose do not allow the unit fo have more than 15 degree angle of Inclination Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing Damages caused by non observance are not subject to warranty Set Up and Operation Before plugging the unit in always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification voltage Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 230V power or vice versa Pay Attention Always monitor tank fluid level as you are fogging Running a fog machine with no fluid can permanently damage the unit Control Modes There are 3 ways to control the fogger 1 Wireless remote control stand alone 2 Wired remote control stand alone 3 DMX512 1 Channel
18. nd top of the unit Always drain tank before shipping or otherwise transporting this unit Always keep tank cap closed while operating Always keep the fog machine upright Always unplug your SHOWTEC Fog Machine before filling its tank For adult use only Fog machine must be Installed out of the reach of children Never leave the unit running unattended Leave the grid guarding the nozzle in place if the machine is fo be used in the presence of children Always keep the nozzle at least 50 cm away from contact with anything while in operation Always disconnect power from the mains when device is not used or before cleaning Only handle the power cord by the plug Never pull out the plug by tugging the power cord Make sure that the available voltage 15 not higher than stated on the rear panel Make sure that the power cord Is never crimped or damaged Check the device and the power cord from time fo time Make sure that the core diameter of extension cords and power cords is sufficient for the required power consumption of the device The cable insert or the female part in the device must never be strained There must always be sufficient cable to the device Otherwise the cable may be damaged which may lead to deadly electrical shocks If the external cable is damaged it has to be replaced by a qualified technician If device is dropped or struck disconnect mains power supply immediately Have a qualified engineer inspect for safety be
19. ol Wired Remote control Multiple Atmos foggers DMX control Dipswitch setting for DMX Mode DMX Quick Reference Chart Fixture Linking CODE ___ ___4_ _____ DMX Channels Me TONS ident SN FS Sarees rsa _________ Troubleshooting _ __ __ __ _ _ __ __ __ _____ _ E No Response to DMX D __ Product _ 8 WARNING FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START UP Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving this product carefully unpack the carton and check the contents fo ensure that all parts are present and have been received in good condition Notify the dealer immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling Save the carton and all packing materials In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory if is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing CAUTION Your shipment includes Showtec Atmos 2000 fogger with powercable 1 25m e Included Remote Control Cable length 5m e Included Wireless Remote Control e User manual CAUTION Keep this device away from rain and moisture Unplug mains lead before opening the housing Keep this device away from
20. rain and moisture Unplug mains lead before filling the tank FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START UP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation operation and maintenance of this device have 10 be qualified follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION Be careful with your operations AN With a dangerous voltage you can suffer AN a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires Before your initial start up please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation Should there be any consult your dealer and do not use the device To maintain perfect condition and to ensure a safe operation it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are not subject to warranty This device contains no user serviceable parts Refer servicing to qualified technicians only 2 IMPORTANT The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by observance of this manual or any unauthorized modification to the device Never let the power cord come into contact with other cables Handle the power cord and all connections with the mains with particular caution Never remove warning or informative labels from the unit Never use anything to cover the ground contact Never aim th
21. re that behaves erratically Allow fixture to cool heat up Fixture is too hot cold Make sure air vents not blocked Fogger cuts out Turn up the air conditioning intermittently The power supply settings do not Disconnect fixture Check settings match local AC voltage and and correct if necessary frequency at all to the controller 14 Product Specification Model Showtec Atmos 2000 Fogger Voltage AC 230V 50Hz Power consumption 2000W 230V 2000 W Heater Warm up time approx 6 min Fog output 40000cu ft min Tank Capacity 3 2 Fluid Consumption 2 min 1 liter DMX 512 Control DMX 512 1 Channel DMxX Setup via Dipswitches DMX Connector 3 Pole XLR Include Remote On Off Remote Remote Connection 5 Pole Din Included Remote Control Cable length 5m with Timer Remote Controller Wireless Remote Control Included Also included Wireless remote control with separate sender and receiver unit Fuse 10A 250V Dimensions 500 x 320 x 320 mm Weight 7 04 kg Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice Website www Showtec info Email service highlite ni 15 2011 Showtec
22. s so far complied with all parts of the agreement regardless of the agreement of which the obligation is resulting Description of the device Features The Atmos 2000 fogger is a versatile and powerful fogger from Showtec 2000 W Heater Warm up approx 6 min e Fog output 40000cu ft min Tank Capacity 3 2 Fluid Consumption 2 min 1 liter DMX 512 Control DMX 512 1 Channel DMX Setup via Dipswitches DMX Connector 3 pin DMX In and DMX Out XLR connector Include Remote On Off Remote Remote Connection 5 Pole Din e Included Remote Control Cable length 5m with Timer Remote Controller e Also included Wireless Remote Control Fogger with external Receiver unit e Fuse 250V e Dimensions 500 x 320 x 320 mm e Weight 7 04 kg Overview Mirec 7 NICI 200 1 3 2 L Liquid tank 2 Nozzle output 3 Remote control Backside ON OO O BR ow gt 10 11 12 13 Fig 2 4 3 2 Liquid tank 10 3 pin DMX In 5 Wired Remote control input 11 3 pin DMX Out 6 ON OFF 12 DMX Dip Switches 7 Fuse 10A 250V 13 DMX LED blinks when DMX signal is present 8 AC 220 240V 9 5 pin Wireless remote control inout also works with 50333 MKII Use FL513 as connection cable tor connecting to 50333 Installation Installing the Fogger Remove all packing materials from the fog machine Chec
23. tomer s responsibility Highlite reserves the right to use its own discretion repair or replace product s As a suggestion proper UPS packing or double boxing is always a safe method fo use Note If you are given an RMA number please include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box 1 Your name 2 Your address 3 Your phone number 4 A brief description of the symptoms Claims The client has the obligation to check the delivered goods immediately upon delivery for any short comings and or visible defects or perform this check after our announcement that the goods are at their disposal Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper therefore the damage must be reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise It is the Customer s responsibility to notify and submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is damaged due fo shipping Transportation damage has to be reported fo us within one day after receipt of the delivery Any return shioment has to be made post paid at all times Return shioments must be accompanied with a letter defining the reason for return shipment Non prepaid return shioments will be refused unless otherwise agreed in writing Complaints against us must be made known in writing or by fax within 10 working days after receipt of the invoice After this period complaints will not be handled anymore Complaints will only then be considered if the client ha
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