PRODimmer INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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1. fig A Using the proper gauge extension cord apply power to the input fig B Press the ON button amp while in view of the lamps use the Input Preheat trimmer fig A to trim the output up to a useable level Then using the main dimmer dial fig A 1 to dim lamps up to desired level ADDITIONAL FEATURES This unit is equipped with a fan its use is not necessary however we do recommend using the it at all times especially when operating in HOT environments ambient air temps are above 80 Fahrenheit AND the rated output of 2 000 2 400 Watts MAX If you are consistently using smaller loads 1 5kW 1kW 5kW or if you require absolute silence please set fan mode switch to OFF The fan ON OFF switch is located inside the unit wait WHAT Why did you do that This is our way to stop users of rented gear from shutting the fan OFF and potentially damaging the unit from overheating We have seen it all from sound blankets to plastic bags remember these items will cause overheating and the fan is there to help prevent it THE FOLLOWING SHOULD ONLY BE DONE WHEN THE UNIT IS NOT ENERGIZED YOU COULD BE SERIOUSLY HARMED amp DAMAGE THE UNIT REMOVE SCREWS Locate the ON OFF switch it is attached directly to the fan en leads 2K PRODimmer agi Gadgets 2000 WATT PI DIMMER RP 7 REMOVE SCREWS oic a P R ODimmer Jan 2015 REV A TaN WRT ADDITIONAL FEATURES The 2x 1 8 phone jacks loc2. MAY BE USED TO REMOVE HEAVY DEPOSITS DO NOT BLOCK ANY VENTILATION OPENINGS MAITAIN A SIX INCH 152 4mm CLEARANCE FROM ANY ITEMS THAT COULD IMPEDE COOLING DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG OR SOCKET IN ANY WAY THE GROUND PINS ARE PRIVIDED FOR YOUR SAFETY CONSULT AN ELECTRITIAN TO REPLACE AN INADEQUATE WALL OUTLET OR WALL BOX CONNECT AC POWER ONLY TO A MAINS SOCKET WITH A PROTECTIVE EARTHING CONNECTION amp SUPPLY CIRCUIT PROTECTION I E CIRCUIT BREAKER FUSE ETC UNPLUG DURING LIGHTNING STORMS OR WHEN NOT BEING USED FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME ONLY USE EXTENSION CABLES THAT ARE CAPABLE OF HANDLING CURRENT REQUIRED FOR YOUR PARTICULAR APPLICATION PROTECT POWER CORDS FROM BEING WALKED ON OR PINCHED AVOID THE USE OF UNGROUNDED POLARIZED PLUGS DAMAGE TO THE UNIT MAY RESULT CORD LENGTH AND CAPACITY CHART oun 25 50FT 100FT 150FT 200FT 250FT 1 6 GAU G E 13AMPS 10AMPS NA NA NA 14 GAUGE ome 1 2 GAU G E 20AMPS 15AMPS 10AMPS 8AMPS 1 0 GAUGE 20AMPS 20AMPS 15AMPS 10AMPS 10AMPS LONGER LENGTHS CONDUCT LESS AMPS DUE TO DROP IN VOLTAGE 3 Page PRODimme 2112117 T CONTROL LAYOUT AND FUNCTION 1 Main dimmer dial controls unit output from 0 100 2 Input Preheat trimmer pre sets dimmer dial output 3 Green amp Red buttons turns unit ON amp OFF Standby respectively 4 BLF type fuse holder with 20A fast blow fuse installed 5 NEON output indicator glows orange with output leve
3. OFF push buttons when the unit loses power breaker trip power failure ETC it stays off until you press the ON button again This feature limits the chances of cold starts that can damage equipment optional always on internal jumper feature available Cooling is passive but we include a fan for extreme conditions or if silence is not needed This unit is capable of 2 000 Watts nominal and 2 400 Watts Max power handling from a standard household outlet With proper wiring connectors amp fuses these units can easily go up to 3K It will also dim anything that s dimmable Each single channel utilizes industrial grade 5 15 input amp output connectors along with an overrated 40A power device Protection is provided by a 20A fuse fuses are fast each time you replace them it s like installing a new breaker at a fraction of the cost We also use high temperature Teflon coated wire amp the best interconnects This means your investment will last through years of use or abuse 2 Page P R ODimmer Jan 2015 REV A YF NSWATETTETTETT SAFETY FIRST WARNING TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE DO NOT REMOVE COVER NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN DO NOT EXPOSE UNIT TO DIRECT SUNLIGHT OR EXTREME TEMPERATURES REMOVE FROM POWER BEFORE CLEANING amp ONLY WITH A DRY OR SLIGHTLY DAMP CLOTH A MILD SOLVENT SUCH AS ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL
4. PRODimmer 2 000 WATT PRECISION AC DIMMER INSTRUCTION MANUAL 105 Magic Gadgets Mcintire Enterprises Inc 12986 Mapleleaf Ct NE Aurora OR 97002 8418 Phone 503 678 6236 www magicgadgets com benchtech magicgadgets com PRODimmer Jon2015 REV A TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Pg 2 Introduction Pg 3 Safety first Pg 4 Control layout amp function Pg 5 Connections amp enclosure features GETTING STARTED INSTALLATION Pg 6 Getting started Pg 6 7 Additional features TROUBLESHOOTING Pg 7 Troubleshooting Pg 8 Warranty 1 Page PRODimmer INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Magic Gadgets product Every unit is hand assembled to ensure a quality build that will last for years The use of high end components on the inside makes a big difference outlasting other products many times over Our company does not participate in mass marketed ad campaigns we instead rely on the customer that s you to let everyone know how cool this gadget really is Here we have one of our original dimmers first made way back in 1973 Over the years our look has changed and the internal components have been upgraded but the quality still remains You get a single dimmer knob with our pre heat trim for enhanced adjustment A control pot for the interface is included for adjustment over the effects input from our popular SHADOWMAKER lighting F X unit A cool feature in the PRODimmer comes with the ON
5. ated on the side of the unit fig C 7 accept signal output from our Shadowmaker or Flicker 2Digital lighting FX units only 1 Connect a 1 8 2 conductor or mono audio cable to the out from a Shadowmaker Channels 1 2 or 3 or Flicker 2Digital single output 2 Connect other end to either phone jacks on the PRODimmer 3 Connect unused phone jack on PRODimmer to additional PRODimmers The chain is limited to a maximum of 35 units 4 Control effect LOW SET with main dimmer dial fig A 1 and effect HIGH SET with High set control dimmer fig A 7 TROUBLESHOOTING Q Is there a minimum load A No minimum load is necessary for proper operation Q Will my dimmer work with other loads like LED Fluorescent ETC A Although the unit was not designed for use with these types of loads their use will not harm the dimmer and my work depending on the application Why is the output indicator on have no load connected A This feature is telling you that no load or an open circuit is present Q keep blowing fuses What s wrong A This is happening because there is a short in the electrical connection either before or after the unit Check your cables lamps ETC You also may be drawing too much current by using inadequate cabling check the cord length amp capacity chart on pg 3 NOTE 25 30A FUSE MAY BE USED IF NECESSARY 7 Page PRODimmer TaN WRT THE LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANY Our prod
6. l 6 Ground fault indicator flashing green does not indicate a high current ground 7 High set control dimmer when using interface from Shadowmaker or Flicker 2D FIG A ue PRODimmer Magic Gadgets 2 000 WATT PRECISION DIMMER PROVIDE ADEQUATE CAUTION VENTILATION INPUTTEIM SS 2 ELECTRONIC SWITCHING GROUND 6 OUTPUT 5 3 4 I 2 u gt x Q m z INTERFACE IN OUT lt lt lt LOCATED ON SIDE INTERFACE I BLF 20 I B lt lt HIGH SET FAST BLOW FUSE MORE INFO AT WWW MAGICGADGETS COM MAX INPUT 2 000W 150V AC ONLY PEAK LOAD 4 Page PRODimmer Jan 2015 REV A CONNECTIONS amp ENCLOSURE FEATURES 1 AC INPUT Edison type male plug for incoming AC power 2 OUTPUT Edison type female socket for lamp connection 3 Chassis loops for rigging with rope chain steel cable etc 4 Fan exhaust pulls hot air out DO NOT BLOCK 5 Heat sink area on back of unit power device cooling DO NOT BLOCK 6 Interface Input Thru FX Out from Shadowmaker or Flicker 2Digital goes here FIG B FIG C 2K PRODimmer 2 000 WATT PRECISION Dar r INPUT TRIM gt GROUND INTERFACE IWOUT lt lt lt LOCATED ON SIDE TREZI T 5 ad FUSE E MAX INPUT 150V AC ONLY PRODimmer 21222117 GETTING STARTED Plug a load up to 2 400 Watts Maximum into the output fig B Make sure dimmer dial is at ZERO
7. n or exclusion may not apply to you Subjecting the units to excessively rough handling moisture high voltages overloading the output operating the unit without proper ventilation improper packaging for shipping damage incurred during shipping any improper or negligent use or any attempt to open amp repair or modify the unit or removal or obscuring of the serial number label will void the warranty Warranty may be limited to original purchaser as shown on original invoice PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT AND FILL THIS OUT YOU MAY NEED IT LATER OWNER SERIAL DATE 8 Page
8. ucts will be warranted for the lifetime of the unit amp shall be free of any Manufacturer defects The Warranty card must be returned within 30 thirty days to participate in the program PLEASE KEEP THIS PAGE INTACT FOR YOUR RECORDS Our products are warranted for a period of one 1 year from the date of delivery to the original purchaser or lessee to be free from defects in materials or workmanship We will at our option extend this warranty beyond one year The warranty terms stated here MUST BE KEPT to validate this extension The sole and exclusive remedy for breach of any warranty concerning the products shall be repair or replacement of defective parts at no charge to the original purchaser or lessee at the discretion of McIntire Enterprises Inc These products are designed and intended for use by competent professionals only The individual user should determine before use whether these devices are suitable adequate or safe for the use intended Because individual applications are subject to great variation the manufacturer makes no representation or warranty as to the suitability or fitness of these devices for any specific application Direct incidental special or consequential damages or losses resulting from the use or misuse of these devices shall be the sole responsibility or the purchaser or lessee Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitatio
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