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1. LIGHTING Blizzard Lighting LLC www blizzardlighting com Brookfield WI USA Copyright c 2010 PANEL RGBAW TABLE OF CONTENTS ROCKER PANEL RGBAW 1 Getting Started What s In The Box Getting It Out Of The Box Powering Up Getting A Hold Of Us Safety Instructions Don t Stick Your Hand In The Toaster 2 Meet The ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Features DMX Quick Reference The ROCKER PANEL Pin up Picture 3 Setup Fuse Replacement Connecting A Bunch Of ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Data DMX Cables Cable Connectors 3 Pin 5 Pin Huh Take It To The Next Level Setting up DMX Control Fixture Linking Master Slave Mode Mounting Rigging 4 Operating Adjustments Navigating The Dip Switches DMX Mode Master Slave Mode Sound Active Mode Standalone Program Mode Manual Color Preset Mode DMX Channel Values In Depth Troubleshooting 5 Appendix A Quick DMX Lesson Keeping Your ROCKER PANEL As Good As New Returns Gasp Shipping Issues Tech Specs Page 2 ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Manual Rev A m UJ WO O COONNN N ANNAN YI AWWUWUW Copyright c 2010 Blizzard Lighting LLC ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Manual Rev A 1 GETMNG SIARTED What s In The Box e 1 x ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Professional LED Fixture e A DMX Cable e A Handy Power Cable e This Lovely User Manual Getting It Out Of The Box Congratulations on purchasing one of the slimmest most rockworthy fixtures anywhe2. Check fuse AC cord and circuit for malfunction Check AC cord and circuit for damage verify that moving parts are not restricted and that unit s ventilation is not Blown Fuse obstructed applicable Also check that speed channels are set appropri Slow Movement Verify that 220V 110V switch is in the correct position if ately Verify that the fixture is in Sound Active mode Audio Make sure all connectors are seated properly and securely Fixture Not Responding Responding Er raticly Intermittant Lamp Fixture Moving On Its Own Adjust Audio Sensitivity If Applicable Use Only DMX Cables Install a Terminator Check all cables for defects Reset fixture s Check lamp for properly installation Relamp lamp may have reached end of life Remote Doesn t Verify remote control cable is installed properly and securely Work Verify remote is correct type CA 9 or other as applicable Verify proper mode of operation Is the fixture in Auto mode If your problem isn t listed or if problems persist please contact support support blizzardlighting com Page 11 ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Manual Rev A Copyright c 2010 Blizzard Lighting LLC ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Manual Rev A Page 12 Copyright c 2010 Blizzard Lighting LLC ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Manual Rev A 5 APPENDIX A Quick Lesson On DMX DMX aka DMX 512 was created in 1986 by the United States Institute for Theatr
3. Note It doesn t matter which fixture address is the first one connected We recommend connecting the fixtures in terms of their proximity to the controller rather than connecting the lowest fixture number first and so on First Fixture in Chain DHX IN Hext Fixture in Chain Step 3 Connect other fixtures in the chain from output to input as above Place a DMX terminator on the output of the final fixture to ensure best communication DMX IM DMX OUT To Next Fixture Page 8 ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Manual Rev A Copyright c 2010 Blizzard Lighting LLC ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Manual Rev A Fixture Linking Master Slave Mode 1 Connect the male 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output female 3 pin connector of the first fixture 2 Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a female 3 pin connec tor to the input connector of the next fixture con sisting of a male 3 pin connector Then proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on A quick note Often the setup for Master Slave and Standalone operation requires that the first fixture in the chain be initialized for this purpose via either settings in the control panel or DIP switches Secondarily the fixtures that follow may also re quire a Slave setting First Fixture in Chain DMX IN Next Fixture in Chain To Next Fixture DMX IN DMX OU
4. Secondary channel is not used so data flows only from sources to receiv ers Hence most of us are most familiar with DMX 512 as being employer over typical 3 pin mic cables although this does not conform to the defined standard DMX is connected using a daisy chain configuration where the source connects to the input of the first device the output of the first device connects to the input of the next device and so on The standard allows for up to 32 devices on a single DMX link Each receiving device typically has a means for setting the starting channel number that it will respond to For example if two 6 channel fixtures are used the first fixture might be set to start at channel 1 so it would respond to DMX channels 1 through 6 and the next fixture would be set to start at channel 7 so it would respond to channels 7 through 12 The greatest strength of the DMX communications protocol is that it is very simple and robust It involves transmitting a reset condition indicating the start of a new packet a start code and up to 512 bytes of data Data packets are transmitted continuously As soon as one packet is finished another can begin with no delay if desired usually another follows within 1 ms If nothing is changing i e no lamp levels change the same data will be sent out over and over again This is a great feature of DMX if for some reason the data is not interpreted the first time around it will be re s
5. lt gt 119 120 lt gt 129 130 lt gt 139 140 lt gt 149 150 lt gt 159 160 lt gt 179 180 lt gt 189 190 lt gt 199 200 lt gt 209 210 lt gt 219 220 lt gt 229 230 lt gt 239 240 lt gt 249 250 lt gt 255 000 lt gt 001 002 lt gt 255 000 lt gt 015 016 lt gt 255 Color Macros No Function Red 100 Green 100 Blue 100 Amber 100 White 100 Yellow RG Magenta RB Pink RW Orange RA Cyan GB Light Green GW Green Rosco 205 Light Blue BW Blue Rosco 101 Light Orange RAW White RGB Yellow Rosco 603 Magenta Rosco 507 White RGBAW Magenta Rosco 501 Light Cyan Cyan 3 White Color Change Channel 6 controls speed Strobe No Function Strobe 0 lt gt 100 Color Fade No Function Color Fade Fixture Auto Shut Off Check the fan in the fixture If it is stopped or moving Slower than normal the unit may have shut itself off due to high heat This is to protect the fixture from overheating Clear the fan of obstructions or return the unit for service Check optical system and clean excess dust grime Also ensure that the 220V 110V switch is in the correct position if applicable No Light Output Check to ensure fixture is operating under correct mode IE sound active auto DMX Etc if applicable Contact service for more information Chase Speed Check to ensure proper setup of speed adjustment Too Fast Slow
6. All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Ground Earthing Getting A Hold Of Us If something is wrong just give us a call or send an email We ll be happy to help honest Blizzard Lighting PO Box 1874 Brookfield WI 53008 USA Support blizzardlighting com www blizzardlighting com 414 979 5781 Page 3 Copyright c 2010 Blizzard Lighting LLC SAFETY INSTRUC TIONS Please read these instructions carefully They include important information about the installation usage and maintenance of this product e Please keep this User Guide for future use If you sell the unit to someone else be sure that they also receive this User Guide e ALWAYS make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the de cal or rear panel of the fixture e This product is intended for indoor use only e To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose fixture to rain or moisture e Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating e The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation at least 20in 50cm from adjacent surfaces Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked e ALWAYS disconnect from the power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to replace with same fuse size and type e ALWAYS secure fixture using a safety chain NEVER carry the fixture by its cord Use its car
7. T Check the Operating Adjustments section in this manual for com plete instructions for this type of setup and configuration Mounting amp Rigging This fixture may be mounted in any SAFE position provided there is enough room for ventilation It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway Mount the fixture using a suitable C or O type clamp The clamp should be rated to hold at least 10x the fixture s weight to ensure structural sta bility Do not mount to surfaces with unknown strength and ensure properly rated rigging is used when mounting fixutres overhead Adjust the angle of the fixture by loosening both knobs and tilting the fixture After finding the desired position retighten both knobs e When selecting installation location take into consideration lamp replacement access if applicable and routine maintenance e Safety cables MUST ALWAYS be used e Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain high humidity extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation Page 9 Copyright c 2010 Blizzard Lighting LLC 4 OPERATING AD USTIMENTS The Dip Switches All of the various functions of the ROCKER PANEL RGBAW are set up using the 10 position DIP switch located on the rear of the unit Using this set of switches you can select several different standalone master slave and DMX operating modes The chart below describes the various operating modes an
8. ber Email address 2 The RA issued to you 3 A brief description of the problem symptoms We will at our discretion repair or replace the fixture Please remember that any shipping damage which occurs in transit to us is the customer s responsibil ity SO pack it well Shipping Issues Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper and must be reported to the carrier immediately upon receipt of the items Claims must be made within seven 7 days of receipt Page 14 ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Manual Rev A Copyright c 2010 Blizzard Lighting LLC Tech Specs a gt er Q z D 5 2 O 5 n Length 14 2 inches 361 mm Width 2 9 inches 74 mm Height 9 4 inches 238 mm Weight 5 Ibs 2 3 kg 90 230VAC 50 60 Hertz 3A 250V Power Consumption 22W Operating Voltage Fuse Light Source LED 288x 10mm 5 Watt RGBAW LEDs 100 000 hours 56 each Red Green Blue 60 Am ber White Beam Angle 25 degree optics 23 degree beam 27 degree field Luminous Intensity gt 6 180 Lux 1m 25 degree optics Max Operating Temp 104 degrees F 40 degrees C ambient Protocol USITT DMX 512 DMX Channels Input 3 pin XLR Male Output 3 pin XLR Female Standalone Master Slave Sound Active Other Operating Modes Color Preset Coolness Factor Leventy Billion Percent Eni joy your product 2 year limited warranty does not cover mal Warranty function caused by damage to LED s ji
9. d their respective DIP switch settings 1 2 34856657B 3 A ON awewe f dof f f f All Amber alwhite Yo Soo ow S S y S s fee Tauro chose stow wea rex woe ow _ off sounaacive ore orr or orr om om orr orr on orr sive on orr orr or orr orr orr orr orr on omne fe pte wl i os on The Control Panel LED Display shows the menu items you select from the menu map on page 11 When a menu function is selected the display will show immediately the first available option for the selected menu function To select a menu item press lt ENTER gt Press the lt MENU gt button repeatedly until you reach the desired menu function Use the lt UP gt and lt DOWN gt buttons to navigate the menu options Press the lt SAVE gt button to select the menu function currently displayed or to enable a menu option To return to the previ ous option or menu without changing the value press the lt MENU gt button Page 10 ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Manual Rev A Copyright c 2010 Blizzard Lighting LLC DMX Values In Depth Troubleshooting 000 lt gt 255 Dimmer 0 lt gt 100 Color Macro Speed Adjustment When Ch 7 is between 250 lt gt 255 000 lt gt 009 010 lt gt 019 020 lt gt 029 030 lt gt 039 040 lt gt 049 050 lt gt 059 060 lt gt 069 070 lt gt 079 080 lt gt 089 090 lt gt 099 100 lt gt 109 110
10. e Technology USITT as a standardized method for connecting lighting consoles to lighting dimmer modules It was revised in 1990 and again in 2000 to allow more flexibility The Entertainment Services and Technology Association ESTA has since assumed control over the DMX512 standard It has also been approved and recognized for ANSI standard clas sification DMX covers and is an abbreviation for Digital Multiplexed signals It is the most common communications standard used by lighting and related stage equipment DMX provides up to 512 control channels per data link Each of these channels was origi nally intended to control lamp dimmer levels You can think of it as 512 faders on a lighting console connected to 512 light bulbs Each slider s position is sent over the data link as an 8 bit number having a value between 0 and 255 The value 0 corresponds to the light bulb being completely off while 255 corresponds to the light bulb being fully on DMX data is transmitted at 250 000 bits per second using the RS 485 transmission stan dard over two wires As with microphone cables a grounded cable shield is used to prevent interference with other signals There are five pins on a DMX connector a wire for ground cable shield two wires for Primary Communication which goes from a DMX source to a DMX receiver and two wires for a Secondary communication which goes from a DMX receiver back to a DMX source Generally the
11. e mounting brackets for positioning flexibility DMX Quick Reference 2 Green intensity 3 Blue intensity fa Amber intensity fs white intensity 6 omme oS e fse oS oe BumeinProgrems Page 5 ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Manual Rev A Copyright c 2010 Blizzard Lighting LLC Figure 1 The ROCKER PANEL Pin Up Picture Mounting Yoke amp Adjustment High Power RGBAW Locking Knobs EO All Metal Enclosure Figure 2 The Rear Connections DIP Switches amp LED Signal Indicators IEC Power In AC Power Out DMX Out DMX In Page 6 ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Manual Rev A Copyright c 2010 Blizzard Lighting LLC ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Manual Rev A Before replacing a fuse disconnect power cord ALWAYS replace with the same type and rating of fuse Fuse Replacement CAUTION The ROCKER PANEL RGBAW utilizes a high output Switch mode power supply with an internal fuse Under normal oper ating conditions the fuse should not require replacement The fuse is field replaceable however it is an advanced procedure suited to quali fied individuals Should your ROCKER PANEL fuse require replace ment please contact Blizzard Lighting for instructions or to return your unit for service Connecting A Bunch of ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Fixtures You will need a serial data link to run light shows using a DMX 512 controller or to run shows on two or more fixtures set to sync in mas ter slave operating mode The combined
12. ent shortly Not all 512 channels need to be output per packet and in fact it is very uncommon to find all 512 used The fewer channels are used the higher the refresh rate It is possible to get DMX refreshes at around 1000 times per second if only 24 channels are being trans mitted If all 512 channels are being transmitted the refresh rate is around 44 times per second In summary since its design and evolution in the 1980 s DMX has become the standard for lighting control It is flexible robust and scalable and its ability to control everything from dimmer packs to moving lights to foggers to lasers makes it an indispensible tool for any lighting designer or lighting performer Page 13 Copyright c 2010 Blizzard Lighting LLC Keeping Your ROCKER PANEL As Good As New The fixture you ve received is a rugged tough piece of pro lighting equip ment and as long as you take care of it it will take care of you That said like anything you ll need to take care of it if you want it to operate as designed You should absolutely keep the fixture clean especially if you are using it in an environment with a lot of dust fog haze wild animals wild teenagers or spilled drinks Cleaning the optics routinely with a suitable glass cleaner will greatly improve the quality of light output Keeping the fans free of dust and debris will keep the fixture running cool and prevent damage from overheating In transit keep the fix
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14. number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fix tures the data link can support Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line Also connecting more than 32 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal The maximum recommended cable run distance is 500 meters 1640 ft The maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link is 32 fixtures Data DMX Cabling To link fixtures together you ll need data cables You should use data grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference For instance Belden 9841 meets the specifications for EIA RS 485 applications Standard microphone cables will probably be OK but note that they cannot transmit DMX data as reliably over long distanc es In any event the cable should have the following characteristics 2 conductor twisted pair plus a shield Maximum capacitance between conductors 30 pF ft Maximum capacitance between conductor amp shield 55 pF ft Maximum resistance of 20 ohms 1000 ft Nominal impedance 100 140 ohms Page 7 Copyright c 2010 Blizzard Lighting LLC Cable Connectors Cables must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end Duh A Word on Termination DMX is a resilient communication
15. protocol however errors still occasionally occur Termination reduces signal errors and therefore best practices include use of a terminator in all circumstances If you are experiencing problems with erratic fixture behavior especially over long signal cable runs a terminator may help improve performance To build your own DMX Terminator Obtain a 120 ohm 1 4 watt resistor and wire it between pins 2 amp 3 of the e I 120 ohm 1 4 watt resistor last fixture They are also readily G z available from specialty retailers CAUTI ON Do not allow contact between the common and the fix ture s chassis ground Grounding the common can cause a ground loop and your fixture may perform erratically Test cables with an ohm meter to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other 3 Pin 5 Pin Huh If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter They are widely available over the internet and from specialty retailers If you d like to build your own the chart below details a proper cable conversion 3 Pin Female 5 Pin Male Output Input Take It To The Next Level Setting Up DMX Control Step 1 Connect the male connector of the DMX cable to the female connector output on the controller Step 2 Connect the female connector of the COSS DMX cable to the first fixture s male connec tor input
16. re Now that you ve got your ROCKER PANEL or hopefully ROCKER PANELS you should carefully unpack the box and check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and in good condition If anything looks as if it has been damaged in transit notify the shipper immediately and keep the packing material for inspection Again please save the carton and all packing materials If a fixture must be returned to the factory it is important that the fixture be re turned in the original factory box and packing Powering Up All fixtures must be powered directly off a switched circuit and cannot be run off a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for a 0 to 100 switch AC Voltage Switch Not all fixtures have a voltage select switch so please verify that the fixture you receive is suitable for your local pow er supply See the label on the fixture or refer to the fixture s specifi cations chart for more information A fixture s listed current rating is its average current draw under normal conditions Check the fixture or device carefully to make sure that if a voltage selection switch exists that it is set to the correct line voltage you will use Warning Verify that the voltage select switch on your unit matches the line voltage applied Damage to your fixture may result if the line voltage applied does not match the voltage indicated on the voltage selector switch
17. rying handles e DO NOT operate at ambient temperatures higher than 104 F 40 C e In the event of a serious operating problem stop using the unit immediately NEVER try to repair the unit by yourself Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction Please contact the nearest authorized tech nical assistance center Always use the same type Spare parts e NEVER connect the device to a dimmer pack e Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged e Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord e Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on Caution There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs yourself In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact Blizzard Lighting at sup port blizzardlighting com Page 4 ROCKER PANEL RGBAW Manual Rev A Copyright c 2010 Blizzard Lighting LLC 2 MEET THE ROC KER PANEL RGBAW LED PANEL CONTROL FEATURES e RGBAW color mixing via 288 high power 10mm Red Green Blue Am ber White LEDs e Variable electronic strobe e Variable electronic dimmer e Built in color amp chase macros via DMX e Built in automated programs via master slave e Built in sound active programs e RGBAW color mixing ability in standalone mode ADDITIONAL FEATURES e Rugged and well built It hits the gym regularly e Light source 288x 10mm 5 watt Edison LEDs e Multipl
18. tures in cases You wouldn t throw a prized guitar drumset or other piece of expensive gear into a gear trailer without a case and similarly you shouldn t even think about doing it with your shiny new light fixtures Common sense and taking care of your fixtures will be the single biggest thing you can do to keep them running at peak performance and let you worry about designing a great light show putting on a great concert or maximizing your cli ent s satistfaction and wow factor That s what it s all about after all Returns Gasp We ve taken a lot of precautions to make sure you never even have to worry about sending a defective unit back or sending a unit in for service But like any complex piece of equipment designed and built by humans once in a while something doesn t go as planned If you find yourself with a fixture that isn t behaving like a good little fixture should you ll need to obtain a Return Authori zation RA Don t worry this is easy Just send an email to support blizzardlighting com and we ll issue you an RA Then you ll need to send the unit to us using a trackable pre paid freight method We suggest using USPS Priority or UPS Make sure you carefully pack the fixture for transit and whenever possible use the original box amp packing for shipping When returning your fixture for service be sure to include the following 1 Your contact information Name Address Phone Num
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