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1. 18CH dd 601 ESC UP DOWN ENTER O Q LIGHTING Blizzard Lighting LLC www blizzardlighting com Waukesha WI USA Copyright c 2014 TABLE OF CONTENTS Lil G Moving Head Fixture 1 1 Getting Started 3 What s In The Box 3 Getting It Out Of The Box 3 Powering Up 3 Getting A Hold Of Us 3 Safety Instructions Don t Stick Your Hand In The Toaster 4 2 Meet The Lil G Moving Head 5 Features 5 DMX Quick Reference 5 The Lil G Pin up Picture 6 3 Setup 7 Fuse Replacement 7 Connecting A Bunch Of Lil G Fixtures 7 Data DMX Cables 7 Cable Connectors 8 3 Pin 5 Pin Huh 8 Take It To The Next Level Setting up DMX Control 8 Fixture Linking Master Slave Mode 9 Mounting Rigging 9 4 Operating Adjustments 10 Navigating The Control Panel 10 Control Panel Menu Structure 11 Set The DMX Starting Address 12 Slave Mode 12 Auto Mode 12 Sound Active 12 Manual Adjustments amp Built in Programs 12 Menu Password Protection 13 System Reset 13 Restore Factory Settings 13 DMX Channel Values In Depth 13 Photometric Data 14 5 Appendix 15 A Quick DMX Lesson 15 Troubleshooting 15 Keeping Your Lil G As Good As New 16 Returns Gasp 16 Shipping Issues 16 Tech Specs 17 Page 2 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC 1 GETTING STARTED What s In The Box e 1 x Lil G Moving Head Fixture e An Ever So Handy Power Cord e A Sweet Mounting Bracket e This Lovely Use2. 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 standard 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 Secondary channel is not used so data flows only from sources to receivers 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 fir
3. button 2 Press the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to highlight PassWord Lock or PassWord UnLock and then press the lt ENTER gt button Enter the three digit code 988 then press the lt ENTER gt button 3 Power off on You have now enabled disabled the password protect feature System Reset 1 To automatically reset the X Y motors to automatically realign the moving head position press the lt ESC gt to reach the top menu level and use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons navigate to Menu7 Reset and press lt ENTER gt Then simply press lt ENTER gt again to confirm Restore Factory Settings 1 To reset the fixture to its factory default settings press the lt ESC gt to reach the top menu level and use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons navigate to Menu6 Re Def and press lt ENTER gt DMX Values In Depth 11 Channel Mode Color Wheel 000 lt gt 019 White 020 lt gt 039 Pink 040 lt gt 059 Green 060 lt gt 079 Blue 080 lt gt 099 Yellow 100 lt gt 119 Purple 120 lt gt 139 Teal 140 lt gt 159 Orange 160 lt gt 207 Clockwise Rainbow Effect 208 lt gt 255 Counterclockwise Rainbow Effect Page 13 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC DMX Values In Depth 11 Channel Mode Continued 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
4. 079 080 lt gt 089 090 lt gt 099 100 lt gt 109 110 lt gt 119 120 lt gt 129 130 lt gt 139 140 lt gt 149 150 lt gt 159 160 lt gt 169 170 lt gt 179 180 lt gt 189 190 lt gt 222 223 lt gt 255 Photometric Data 9 Beam Angle LUX White Om im 2m Gobo Wheel Open Gobo 1 Gobo 2 Gobo 3 Gobo 4 Gobo 5 Gobo 6 Gobo 7 Gobo 8 Gobo 9 Gobo 9 Shake slow Gobo 8 Shake slow Gobo 7 Shake slow Gobo 6 Shake slow Gobo 5 Shake slow Gobo 4 Shake slow Gobo 3 Shake slow Gobo 2 Shake slow Gobo 1 Shake slow lt gt fast lt gt fast lt gt fast lt gt fast lt gt fast lt gt fast lt gt fast lt gt fast lt gt fast Gobo Flow Clockwise slow lt gt fast Gobo Flow Counterclockwise slow lt gt fast Auto Sound Active Auto Mode Sound Active Mode Reset No Function Fixture resets in 3 seconds 3m 4m 9 Beam Angle 5m 30 810 im 7 730 2m 3 731 3m 2 235 4m 1 486 5m Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A Page 14 c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC 5 APPENDIX A Quick Lesson On DMX 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 originally intended to control lamp dimmer levels
5. 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 fixtures 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 client s satisfaction 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 fixtu
6. Thermal Max Operating 104 degrees F 40 degrees C ambient Temp toner S Other Operating Modes Standalone Master Slave Sound Active Other Information Behind every girls selfie is approximately 47 nearly identical photos that just didn t cut it 2 year limited warranty does not cover mal Warranty function caused by damage to LEDs Page 17 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC This page intentionally left blank Page 18 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC This page intentionally left blank Page 19 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC Enjoy your product Our sincerest thanks for your purchase The team Blizzard Lighting
7. 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 require a slave setting First Fixture in Chain DMX IN Next Fixture in Chain To Next Fixture DMX IN DMX OUT Check the Operating Adjustments section in this manual for complete 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 Stability Do not mount to surfaces with unknown strength and ensure properly rated rigging is used when mounting fixtures 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 whe
8. hat the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal 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 adeguate 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 carrying 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 technical 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 un
9. igate to Menu2 Test and press the lt ENTER gt button 2 Press the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to highlight AUTO then press lt ENTER gt Sound Active Mode 1 Press the lt ESC gt button until you reach the top menu level and then use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons if necessary to navigate to Menu2 Test and press the lt ENTER gt button 2 Press the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to highlight Sound and then press the lt ENTER gt button 3 You can then adjust the mic sensitivity level by returning to the top menu level and then in the same manner navigate to Menu4 Option gt Sound and choose a mic level setting between the values of 000 255 Manual Adjustments amp Built in Programs 1 Press the lt ESC gt button until you reach the top menu level and then use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons if necessary to navigate to Menu3 Manual and press the lt ENTER gt button 2 Press the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to highlight CH1 CH11 and then press the lt ENTER gt button 3 Every option for CH1 CH11 uses the exact same values of 000 255 as listed on the DMX chart on page 13 Page 12 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC Menu Password Protection Allows you to enable disable the menu password protection feature 1 Press the lt ESC gt button until you reach the top menu level and then use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons if necessary to navigate to Menu5 PassWord and press the lt ENTER gt
10. likely event your unit may require service please visit our support website at www blizzardlighting com tickets Page 4 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC 2 MEET THE LI G MOVING HEAD MAIN FEATURES Ultra bright 40 watt white LED source Pan 5409 Tilt 220 8 16 Bit Resolution Sharp 9 beam angle 7 color white color wheel with rainbow effect 9 fixed gobos open w bi directional rotation amp shake Built in automated programs via master slave Built in sound activated programs via master slave Ultra smooth 16 bit dimming system Defeatable pan tilt correction with trim adjustment Intelligent fan cooling system with temperature auto detect 1 10Hz second strobe effects 3 pin male input and 3 pin female output Compact high quality housing CONTROL e USITT DMX 512 11 channels e Easy to use 4 button LCD control panel menu DMX Quick Reference 11 Channel Mode channet whatis does OOOO eo 4 Dimmer 0 lt gt 100 8 Color Wheel fo Gobo wneei OOS Page 5 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC Figure 1 The Lil G Pin Up Picture 40 watt LED Source Head Arms LCD Readout 4 Button Control Panel ESC Ur DOWN ENTER O Q Q Figure 2 The Rear Connections Power Switch Fuse Holder y Qo 3 ae Ba F DMX Out DMX In Power Input Page 6 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizza
11. r Manual Getting It Out Of The Box Congratulations on purchasing Lil G the fun sized moving spot head fixture that is small in stature but big where it counts Now that you re the proud owner of a Lil G or hopefully Lil Gees 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 returned 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 power supply See the label on the fixture or refer to the fixture s specifications 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 ma
12. rd Lighting LLC 3 SETUP Before replacing a fuse disconnect power cord ALWAYS replace with the same type and rating of fuse Fuse Replacement With a flat head screwdriver wedge the fuse holder out of its housing Remove the damaged fuse from its holder and replace with exact same type fuse Insert the fuse holder back in its place and reconnect power Connecting A Bunch of Lil G 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 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
13. re should you ll need to obtain a Return Authorization RA Don t worry this is easy Just go to our website and open a support ticket at www blizzardlighting com tickets 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 Number 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 responsibility 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 16 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC Tech Specs Weight amp Dimensions Width 7 9 inches 20 1 cm Depth 7 7 inches 19 6 cm Height 12 5 inches 31 7 cm Weight 7 7 Ibs 3 5 kg Operating Voltage AC 110 240VAC 50 60 Hz Power Consumption 59W 79A Power Factor Light Source LED 40 watt white LED Beam Angle 9 Beam Angle
14. re the fixture will be exposed to rain high humidity extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation Page 9 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC 4 OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS The Control Panel All the goodies and different modes possible with the Lil G are accessed by using the control panel on the rear of the fixture There are 4 control buttons below the LCD display which allow you to navigate through the various control panel menus lt MENU gt Is used to navigate to the previous higher level menu item lt UP gt Scrolls through menu items and numbers in ascending order lt DOWN gt Scrolls through menu items and numbers in descending order lt ENTER gt Is used to select and confirm store the current selection 0000 ESC UP DOWN ENTER The control panel LCD 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 Press the lt ESC gt button to access the main menu Then use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to navigate the main menu options Press the lt ENTER gt button to select any menu function currently displayed then use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to scroll through any submenu options You can the press lt ENTER gt to save any changes made or press lt ESC gt to exit without saving Page 10 Lil G Moving Head Spot Re
15. st 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 Troubleshooting Fixture Auto Check the fan in the fixture If it is stopped or moving slower than Shut Off 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 Beam is Dim 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 infor mation Chase Speed Too Check to ensure proper setup of speed adjustment Fast Slow No Power Check fuse AC cord and circuit for malfunction No Response to Verify that the fixture is in Sound Active mode Audio Adjust Audio Sensitivity If Applicable Fixture Not Make sure all connectors are seated properly and securely Responding Use Only DMX Cables Responding Er Install a Terminator ratically Check all cables for defects Reset fixture s Page 15 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC Keeping Your Lil G As Good As New The fixture you ve received is a rugged tough piece of pro lighting equipment and as long as you
16. tches 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 All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Ground Earthing Getting A Hold Of Us If something is wrong please just visit our website at www blizzardlighting com and open a support ticket We ll be happy to help honest Blizzard Lighting N16 W23390 Stoneridge Dr Ste E Waukesha WI 53188 USA www blizzardlighting com 414 395 8365 Disclaimer The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change without notice Blizzard Lighting assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions that may appear in this user manual Blizzard Lighting reserves the right to update the existing document or to create a new document to correct any errors or omissions at any time You can download the latest version of this document from www blizzardlighting com 10 3 2018 10 31 2014 Page 3 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 t
17. ther 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 DMX cable to the first fixture s male connector input 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 Next 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 IN DMX OUT To Next Fixture Page 8 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC 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 connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of
18. 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 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 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 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 last fixture They are also readily G available from specialty retailers j 5120 ohm 1 4 watt resistor CAUTION Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture 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 o
19. v A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC Control Panel Menu Structure OR IER ___ ENTER cine Ir rom SIA Follow DMX channel Tilt 0 lt gt 220 values for each listed PassWord PassWord Enter password 988 to enable menu password Lock protection upon system restart PassWord Enter password 988 to disable menu pass UnLock word protection upon system restart lt ENTER gt Reset system default settings Page 11 Lil G Moving Head Spot Rev A c 2014 Blizzard Lighting LLC DMX Mode Allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller Set The DMX Starting Address 1 To assign a DMX staring address to the fixture press the lt ESC gt button until you reach the top menu level and then use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons if necessary to navigate to MENU1 Dmx 11CH and press the lt ENTER gt button Then use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons to display any value within the range of 001 512 then push the lt ENTER gt button Slave Mode 1 Connect fixtures together via DMX then set each fixture to the same starting DMX address 2 The first fixture in the DMX chain is the master fixture and the following fixtures will follow the master Auto Stand Alone Sound Active Modes Allows single or M S units to run factory installed programs at user selectable speeds Auto Mode 1 Press the lt ESC gt button until you reach the top menu level and then use the lt UP DOWN gt buttons if necessary to nav
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