Operating Manual
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1. significant dirt buildup on fan blades or if airflow through grilles becomes restricted Use a soft brush and vacuum to clean grilles and fan blades Cleaning Steps 1 Disconnect power 2 Remove the screws to clean the housing and blades 3 After cleaning make sure that screws are securely tightened Replacing the Fuse ProFan uses a 10A 125V cartridge type wire fuse 0 8 L x 0 21 DIA 20 46 x 5 34 mm 1 Turn the fuse knob counter clockwise 2 Replace fuse 3 Turn fuse knob clockwise ProFan Operating Manual 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ProFan is designed to be used by professionals and is NOT intended for household use Improper use can cause severe injury due to electrical or mechanical hazards Preventing Fire and Electric Shock e Always ground earth the machine electrically e ProFan has a built in speed control Do not connect ProFan to any external solid state speed control device or dimmer circuit e Disconnect the machine from power before removing any components or servicing and when not in use e Moisture can cause dangerous electrical faults Do not aim fog output at electrical connections or devices e Do not expose this machine to excess moisture ProFan is NOT waterproof e Do not spill fluid over the machine In the event of a fluid spill disconnect the machine from power and clean with a damp cloth If fluid is spilled onto electrical components contact TMB e Do not dismantle or attempt to2. Control There are 512 channels in a DMX 512 universe Channels may be assigned in any manner Any device capable of receiving DMX 512 will require one or a number of sequential channels The user must assign a starting address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the lighting console There are many different types of DMX controllable fixtures and they all may vary in the total number of channels required Choosing a start address should be planned in advance Channels should never overlap If they do this will result in erratic operation of the fixtures whose starting addresses are set incorrectly You can however control multiple fixtures of the same type using the same starting address as long as the intended result is that of unison movement or operation In other words the fixtures will be slaved together and all will respond in the same way DMX fixtures are often designed to receive and transmit data through a DMX daisy chain A DMX daisy chain is where the DMX THRU of one fixture connects to the DMX IN of the next fixture The order in which the fixtures are connected is not important and has no effect on how a lighting console communicates to each fixture Use an order that provides for the easiest and most direct cabling Connect fixtures using shielded two conductor twisted pair cable with 5 pin XLR male to female connectors The shield ground is pin 1 while pin 2 is Data Negative D and pin 3 is Data positi
3. Protan Operating Manual ProFan Operating Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 BEFORE YOU ProFan Overview Unpacking Instructions Exploded Views ASSEMBEY Attaching the Yoke Assembly 4 MOUNTING OPTIONS eene Floor Mounting Support Stand Overhead Rigging 4 REMOTE CONTROL eene Basics of DMX Control DMX Data Cable Cable Connectors DMX Termination 3 Pin to 5 Pin Conversion 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BackPack Overview Connecting the BackPack Controller DMX Mode Manual Mode Master Slave Operation Using ProFan with a Smoke Machine 6 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Cleaning Replacing the Fuse 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS eene 8 APPENDIX nna iwa wakaka nani wasaa nud Limited Warranty Technical Specifications Contact Information RWW 0 NOD CO ProFan Operating Manual 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN ProFan Overview ProFan is a powerful and versatile DMK controlled professional fan designed for a variety of applications Studios theatres theme parks touring photographic and more ProFan is perfect for filling large areas with smoke and haze creating special wind effects blowing confetti snow or bubbles general air circulation ventilation and ambient cooling ProFan s combi
4. XLR female CONTROLLER 1 Shield Groun d Data DMX XLR pinout Data 4 22 ProFan Operating Manual T H 3 A 3 8 7 Contact Information TMB Worldwide TMB LA 1 818 899 8818 TMB NY 1 201 896 8600 TMB UK 44 0 20 8574 9700 TMB Canada 1 519 986 9991 TMB Beijing 86 10 8492 1587 e mail tmb info tmb com web www tmb com TMB 24 7 Technical Support US Canada 1 877 TMB DUDE 1 877 862 3833 UK 0800 652 5418 International 1 818 794 1286 e mail techsupport tmb com 23
5. arranty parts will be charged to the customer until faulty parts or product are returned to TMB for valuation These parts must be returned within 30 days of receipt or warranty is void and parts shipping becomes billable items TMB will not assume any responsibility for any labor expended or materials used to replace and or repair any equipment without TMB s prior written authorization Any labor charges for repairing or replacing equipment in the field will be negotiated only between the Seller and general contractor Freight terms on warranty repairs are FOB Seller s warehouse or factory If warranty parts and or repairs are required Seller agrees to pay destination ground freight charges on the aforementioned items leaving the Seller s facility 21 ProFan Operating Manual Technical Specifications Width 19 480 mm Height 22 560 mm Depth 18 460 mm PHYSICAL Weight 27 6 lbs 12 5 kg Mounting Adjustable swivel yoke Color Black Nominal voltage 100 240VAC 50 60Hz Maximum power 1200W consumption ELECTRICAL 10A 125V cartridge wire Fuse L x DIA 0 8 x 0 21 20 46 x 5 34mm Air Volume 1 700 cubic meters hr Wind Speed 60 km hr PERFORMANCE E RPM 0 to 3 500 variable Acceleration Zero to full within 2 sec Protocol DMX 512A in out Control Modes DMX and Manual Electrical connection 3 pin XLR male to fan housing DMX data in 5 pin XLR male BACKPACK DMX data out 5 pin
6. e new address simply release the button Profan BACK PACK DMX MODE ADDRESS 001 DMX E MANUAL In DMX Mode Hold while sliding fader to set address In Manual Mode Press for Full Speed ProFan Operating Manual Manual Mode When the recessed switch on the BackPack is switched to MANUAL the display will indicate that the unit is in Manual Mode The display will also indicate the current speed of the fan based on the position of the fader and whether the Full Speed button is depressed In this mode a BackPack controller also acts as a master controller for up to nine ProFans slaved to it via the DMX OUT connector See Master Slave Operation page 16 for details Profan BACK PACK MANUAL MODE SPEED 64 0 MANUAL In DMX Mode Hold while sliding fader to set address In Manual Mode Press for Full Speed ProFan Operating Manual Manual Master Slave Operation Up to nine ProFans can be controlled by a single Back Pack using a DMX data link To link multiple ProFans use 5 pin KLR DMX cables to link one ProFan to another 1 Connect each controller to each fan via the built in XLR 3 pin line female connector 2 Use 5 pin XLR DMX cables to connect the master ProFan output female XLR to the next slave ProFan input male XLR 3 Daisy chain ProFans up to nine output to input as needed 4 Set the mode switch of the master controller to MANUAL set all the slave c
7. ing These flat slots mate with the mounting bracket fixed to the top of the fan housing Place the BackPack with the sliding fader to the left Push the BackPack forward to mate with the integral female XLR while 12 ProFan Operating Manual gently pressing the BackPack against the fan body While inserting the BackPack onto the integral female KLR ensure it aligns with the slot in top face of the BackPack Once fully connected to the integral female KLR the bottom edge of the mounting bracket will snap into place fiking the bottom of the BackPack by locating into the bottom housing slot CAUTION Double check that the BackPack is securely fixed to the fan housing prior to use Note Ensure the ProFan is pointed in a direction where considerable wind will not cause a disturbance or any safety issues Turn ProFan ON using the rear Power switch ProFan Operating Manual DMX Mode When the recessed switch on the BackPack is switched to DMX the display will indicate that the unit is in DMX Mode and will display the current address of the ProFan If no incoming DMX signal is detected the display will then read No DMX Found To adjust the DMX address of the unit press and hold the Full Speed button while adjusting the fader With the fader at minimum the address will be 1 With the fader at maximum the address will change to 512 Adjusting the fader between min and max will change the address between 1 and 512 To store th
8. nation of deep pitch 11 blades spiral grille and focused air duct creates a powerful vortex Multiple ProFans can also be slaved together to increase air flow or to achieve multiple vortex patterns for special effects ProFan operates from 100 to 240VAC It can be floor mounted stand mounted or suspended from truss or other suitable supports using ProBurger accessory clamps or couplers The external BackPack controller allows DMX or manual control and master slave control of multiple ProFans The molded polymer venting duct and tubular steel housing make the compact ProFan lightweight and rugged ProFan the versatile vortex machine Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving the fixture carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure that all parts are present see pages 4 5 and have been received in good condition Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling ProFan Operating Manual Se BackPack Controller Wise 100 208 per Powe 12000 Profan CE Sarid Wa 143287 0001 Back Panel Detail ProFan Operating Manual 2 ASSEMBLY Included with the ProFan is a multipurpose yoke assembly for standing on the floor or mating the unit to a stand or suspension clamp The yoke assembly easily attaches to the ProFan using the hardware and wrench included with each ProFan uni
9. nching hands or fingers MOUNTING OPTIONS Floor Mounting The ProFan yoke assembly also acts as a stand which rests firmly on the floor allowing the ProFan to swivel vertically into position as needed Support Stand Always use a professional stand rated to support weight greater than the ProFan weight 12 5 kg 27 6 Ib The ProFan yoke is equipped with a TVMP spigot that can fit into a 1 1 8 Junior receiver or accept a 5 8 Baby spigot see image on page 7 6 ProFan Operating Manual ProFan yoke spigot and rigging crossbar Overhead Rigging Proper rigging clamps may be attached to the ProFan yoke via the 9 16 bolt hole located on the crossbar at the base of the yoke Recommended ProBurger rigging clamps 1 PRBHC3 8 or PRBHC1 2 Half Couplers 2 PRBSNC1 2 Snap Coupler Make sure that any structure used to support the unit can support at least 10 times the total weight of all installed fixtures clamps auxiliary equipment etc 1 Check that all rigging clamps are undamaged and can support at least 10 times the weight of the unit 27 6 lbs 12 5 kg x 10 2 Clamp the fan to truss or similar support 3 Loosen the swivel locks and tilt the fan to the desired angle Turn the swivel locks clockwise to tighten Make sure that fan hardware and safety attachment are secure before applying power ProFan yoke with ProBurger Half Coupler attached ProFan Operating Manual 4 REMOTE CONTROL Basics of DMK
10. ontrollers to DMX at address 001 ProFan Operating Manual Using ProFan with a Smoke Machine When using ProFan with smoke fog or hazer machines place the fan behind the machines as illustrated below Do not place the fan in front of the machine This will cause residue build up on the fan blades and degrade the guality of the smoke fog or haze Incorrect ProFan placement Correct ProFan placement in front of fogger hazer behind or to the side of fogger hazer ProFan Operating Manual 6 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Problem Symptom Cause Suggested Remedy Display says No C onnect DMX AWATA DMX Found supplied but fan does not operate via DMK Incorrect DMK address Press button and move fader until correct address appears In Manual Mode Switch control switch to DMX mode BackPack display is blank No Power Check power supply and connection Fuse blown Replace fuse with one of same type and rating BackPack not connected Check connection Reduced airflow Low voltage supply Check AC supply ProFan Operating Manual Cleaning Clean the outside of the fan with a damp cloth only Do not use solvents Periodic cleaning of the fan blades and grilles is necessary to maintain peak performance Cleaning freguency depends on the operating environment Inspect the fan regularly for dust and smoke residue buildup Clean as soon as there is
11. repair a faulty machine Refer all service to TMB Do not operate the machine if the power cable or connector is damaged A damaged cable or connector must be replaced with a new item available from TMB e Donot operate the machine with damaged deformed or missing parts Preventing Injuries e Never allow any object or part of the body to enter the path of the fan blades Ensure that clothing cables or other items cannot be sucked into the fan e Disconnect power before removing cover or grille e Do not operate unless all covers and grilles are installed and securely fastened 20 ProFan Operating Manual e Ensure that any supporting structure or surface can hold at least 10 times the weight of all installed devices e Use approved secondary attachment when possible such as a safety cable 8 APPENDIX Limited Warranty ProFan products are warranted against defective materials or workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of original shipment This warranty shall not apply to any defect arising from accident misuse or improper or unauthorized adjustment or repair No warranty is given with respect to color media or lamps or with respect to normal wear and tear Any claim for defective merchandise imperfect manufacture shortage in count or for any other defect known by the Customer to be existing at time of delivery is waived by the Customer unless made in writing within 30 days after delivery All w
12. rt below details a proper conversion 3 Pin Male 5 Pin Male Input Output Purpose Pin 1 Pin 1 Ground Shield Pin 2 Pin 2 Data signal Pin 3 Pin 3 Data signal Pin 4 Not Used Pin 5 Not Used ProFan Operating Manual 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BackPack Overview XLR 3 pin male connector to ProFan Mode switch LCD Display Protan DMX MODE ADDRESS 001 a AEN MANUAL In DMX Mode Hold while sliding fader to set address jndino In Manual Mode Press for Full Speed Button DMX512 input amp Slide Fader Control 1 Hold down and slide output XLR 5 pin 1 Fan Speed Control in fader to set DMX connectors Manual Mode address in DMX Mode 2 DMX Address Setting 2 Press to bump to full DMX Mode speed in Manual Mode 11 ProFan Operating Manual Connecting the BackPack Controller With rear Power switch in OFF position Connect the integral male XLR on the BackPack directly to the integral female XLR on the fan body If desired the BackPack can be removed and connected using a standard 3 pin XLR microphone cable up to 60 ft 20 m in length Attaching the BackPack to the Fan Housing The BackPack is secured to the fan housing by 1 two snap in clips 2 an internal magnet 3 the XLR connection Prior to connecting the BackPack to the integral female XLR on the fan body note that two flat slots exist on the top and bottom of the BackPack hous
13. t B1 A1 C1 A1 Small head short shank T Handle Knob Large Head long shank T Handle Knob swivel lock Thrust Washer Flat Washer Aluminum Bushing Allen Bolt Split Washer Allen Wrench B1 See assembly instructions page 6 ProFan Operating Manual Attaching the Yoke Assembly 1 2 3 Place the ProFan face down upon its front grille with the hinge barrel side on the left and the hinge flat side on the right Place Item B3 flat washer upon the shank of Item B1 T Handle followed by Item B2 thrust washer and Item B4 flat washer Place the yoke bracket into position Insert the shank of Item B1 T Handle through the flat face hinge until the shank just protrudes from the flat face Insert Item B5 aluminum bushing between the ProFan housing s tubular bracket and the yoke assembly hinge s flat face Rotate the T Handle clockwise until the T Handle has threaded into the ProFan tubular housing bracket Do not tighten completely at this point Place Item C2 split washer onto Item C1 Allen bolt Place the Allen bolt through the barrel portion of the ProFan hinge and rotate the bolt until it threads into place Tighten the Allen bolt and the T Handle until the yoke assembly is fixed and not easily moved At this point the ProFan is ready for mating with a stand or clamp Grip the fan by its tubular housing brackets when lifting or mounting to avoid pi
14. ve D Pins 4 and 5 are not used according to the DMX 512 standard DMX Data Cable Use a ProPlex PC222P PC224P or equivalent cable which meets the specifications for EIA RS 485 applications Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances The cable should have the following characteristics ProFan Operating Manual Minimum 2 conductor twisted pair plus a shield Maximum capacitance between conductors 22 pF ft Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield 41 pF ft Maximum resistance of 14 5 ohms 1000 ft Characteristic impedance of 80 110 ohms Cable Connectors Data cabling must have a male 5 pin XLR connector on one end and a female 5 pin XLR connector on the other end DMX connector configuration FEMALE MALE DMX PP The maximum recommended DMX data link distance between fixtures is 300 meters 984 ft CAUTION In order to prevent the corruption of DMX data do not allow contact between the common pin 1 of a DMX cable and the fixture s chassis ground Grounding the common can cause a ground loop causing erratic performance Test cables and terminators with a continuity tester to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other ProFan Operating Manual 3 Pin to 5 Pin Conversion Chart If you use a console with a 3 pin DMX output connector you will need to use a 3 pin to 5 pin adapter The cha
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