AF-150 DMX fog machine user manual
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1. 35 Cleaning 6 Switch the unit to continuous operation and release fog for about 20 seconds 7 Put the suction hose back into the fluid container of the fog machine and release fog for another 20 seconds This rinses the pipes The cleaning is completed themann fog machine MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 36 Protecting the environment 12 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate rial For the transport and protective packaging environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling Ensure that plastic bags packaging etc are properly disposed of Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste but make sure that they are collected for recycling Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging Disposal of your old device This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive WEEE Do not dispose with your normal household waste Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility When discarding the device comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country If in doubt consult your local waste disposal facility AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 37 Notes themann fog machine MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 38 Musikhaus Thomann e K Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany www thomann de2. Rear panel 4 Q e Q D D 8 2 themann fog machine MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 20 N DO vv A U N Fog fluid container with screw cap Bracket for hanging Carrying handle Locking screws for the mounting bracket Main switch Turns the device on and off FUSE Fuse holder POWER Mains cable for power supply DIP switch for setting the DMX address DMX IN DMX input DMX OUT DMX output AF 150 DMX Connections and operating elements themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 21 Connections and operating elements 12 CONTROLLER INPUT Connection for the remote control 13 Liquid level indicator themann fog machine MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 22 Connections and operating elements Remote control EE VINTERVALA V VOLUME 4 REMOTE CONTROLLER AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 23 Connections and operating elements 21 22 23 24 25 26 Rotary control INTERVAL With this control you can set the time interval between two fog outputs in a range between 10 and 200 seconds Rotary control VOLUME With this control you can adjust the amount of fog to be produced by the device with each blast between 0 and 100 The green LED indicates that the unit has reached the operating temperature necessary to produce fog Pushbutton MANUAL Push this button for maximum fog output regardless of other settings The red LED indicates that continuous
3. 5 inclination during operation The unit requires 20 cm clearance on the sides and above AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 15 Starting up 5 Starting up Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off Use the shortest possible high quality cables for all connections NOTICE Possible data transmission errors For error free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi nary microphone cables Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli fiers themann fog machine MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 16 Starting up Connections in DMX mode Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX device Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input ofthe second one and so on to form a daisy chain Always ensure that the output of the last DMX device in the daisy chain is terminated with a resistor 1100 W 2 cco n AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 17 Connections and operating elements 6 Connections and operating elements Front panel Mn themann fog machine MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 18 un KK U N Fog nozzle Fog fluid container with screw cap Bracket for hanging Carrying handle Locking screws for the mounting bracket AF 150 DMX Connections and operating elements themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 19 Connections and operating elements
4. Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present Never remove any covers There are no user serviceable parts inside DANGER Electric shock caused by short circuit Do not modify the mains cable or the plug Failure to do so could result in electric shock death or fire If in doubt seek advice from a registered electrician AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION WARNING Risk of burns from flammable liquids The use of flammable liquids in this device may cause severe burns and damage to property Always use approved fog fluids Never fill flammable liquids into the tank of the device WARNING Risk of burns The generated fog at the fog nozzle is hot and can cause burns Occasionally hot fluid drops may escape from the nozzle The distance of persons and objects to the fog nozzle must be at least fifty centi metre 1 6 feet Do not touch the fog nozzle during and shortly after operation It becomes very hot and may cause burns even several hours after switching off the device fog machine 10 Safety instructions WARNING Risk of slipping caused by condensation Fog machines can produce condensation Do not direct the fog to floors Floors and surfaces can become slippery by condensed fog Check at regular intervals whether it is possible to walk on the floors without a slipp
5. IS OUR PASSION General notes 1 General notes themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions Save this manual for future reference Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device If you sell the device to other users be sure that they also receive this manual Our products are subject to a process of continuous development We therefore reserve the right to make changes without notice fog machine General notes Symbols and signal words This section provides an overview ofthe symbols and signal words used in this user manual Signal word Meaning DANGER This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided WARNING This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided CAUTION This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it is not avoided NOTICE This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning high vol
6. S TeV AF 150 DMX fog machine th mann user manual MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Musikhaus Thomann e K Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 09 02 2015 ID 305148 Table of contents Table of contents 1 Generalnotes nnanuluisgnannahdnnntnnnsikmndnaineitesttiktjenisniiinnsistedtsjedt 4 2 Safety instructions isnernsivsirniniseseeseresseresserrsseersseersssersssessseessssvessesesseesseeesereesserssseesssrnsee 8 3 Features rosana naan aaa a AN A E AA A Aa 14 4 Te TET EE R 5 Starting UPd secsissoscscssccessessssescsesesecesscesscssecasssessessasnszesedeseeasssosesais 6 Connections and operating elemente 7 Operating 7 1 Remote control functions 7 2 Function in DMX MOG se csisscssssncssscssonscacscssesscsesccsdecsestssdussenscsnnsceseccestacdsstesscstisceostdassssenseanieieedc Technical specifications cccccessssssssssssssssssecsscsssssssssssessessesssscsscsssessscssscsnecssessscsscsnsessessseesseeses 31 Plug and connection assignMen cccsscsssscssssessecsscesssecescecsuscessecsnscessecenscessecsueeesneeesseesees 32 10 Troubleshooting endende rent 33 11 Cleaning oneri ienn aa a a ERR E E A E 35 12 Protecting the environment nnenennnsennsseennneennssennnneennnssennnssennnennnnsnnnnsnennnsnennne 37 AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC
7. al specifications 800 W approx 410 m min approx 95 ml min 1 21 approx 8 min AC 230 V 50 Hz 5 A 250 V fast blow 5 mm x 20 mm 800 W 290 mm x 450 mm x 265 mm 5 5 kg AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 31 Plug and connection assignments 9 Plug and connection assignments Introduction DMX connections themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip ment so that a perfect light experience is guaranteed Please take our tips because especially in Sound amp Light caution is indicated Even if a plug fits into a socket the result of an incorrect connection may be a destroyed DMX controller a short circuit or just a not working light show The unit offers a 3 pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3 pin XLR plug for DMX input Please refer to the drawing and table below for the pin assignment of a suitable XLR plug Pin Configuration 1 Ground shielding 2 Signal inverted DMX cold signal 3 Signal DMX hot signal fog machine 32 Troubleshooting 10 Troubleshooting In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting Symptom Remedy The unit does not work Check the mains connection and the main fuse No haze output 1 Check the fluid level in the fog container 2 Switch the device off and che
8. ck the hose that leads into the fluid container for flow No response to the DMX controller 1 Check the address settings and the DMX polarity 2 Try using another DMX controller 3 Check to see if the DMX cables run near or alongside to high voltage cables that may cause damage or interference to DMX interface circuits AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 33 Troubleshooting If the procedures recommended above do not succeed please contact our Service Center You can find the contact information at www thomann de themann fog machine MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 34 Cleaning 11 Cleaning NOTICE Possible damages caused by unsuitable cleaning agents Cleaners not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the unit Only use the fog machine cleaners listed on www thomann de and follow their instructions for use Clean the appliance after every 30 operating hours or if it was not in use for a longer period of time Procedure 1 _ Make sure that the device is turned off disconnected from the mains and completely cooled down Place the unit in a well ventilated place bottle with the cleaning fluid 2 gt 3 Take the suction hose out of the fluid container of the fog machine and put it into the 4 Connect the device to the mains and turn it on with the main switch 5 Wait until the required operating temperature has been reached AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION
9. ice to the mains and switch it on with the main switch As soon as the required operating temperature is reached the green LED on the remote lights up The device is now operational When operating always ensure that there is sufficient fog fluid in the liquid container to avoid no load running Disconnect the device from the mains Transport the device only when it is completely cooled down To avoid leaking fog fluid during transport you should transport the device only with empty fluid container AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 27 Operating 7 1 Remote control functions themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION When the device is not controlled by DMX it supports the following operating modes that can be selected with the remote control Manual operation with maximum fog Press the pushbutton MANUAL This mode takes precedence over all others This means that you don t have to stop the timer function and continuous operation before you press the button Continuous operation with adjustable amount of fog In this mode the amount of fog you have set with the VOLUME control is continuously emitted Press the CONT switch to turn the operating mode on or off Timer controlled operation with adjustable amount of fog In this mode the amount of fog you have set with the VOLUME control is emitted at reg ular intervals adjustable with the INTERVAL control Press the TIMER switch to turn the operating mode on or
10. ing hazard and if necessary remove the condensation WARNING Health hazard caused by fog fluid handling Fog fluid does contain glycols complying with the regulations for foodstuffs However it may be harmful if swallowed Do not induce vomiting Seek medical advice immediately Keep fog fluid in a safe place If the fog fluid comes into contact with eyes rinse thoroughly with water AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 11 Safety instructions themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION CAUTION Possible respiratory problems The device can be operated safely only with the approved fog fluid The use of other fluids can release toxic gases Claims for damages caused by the use of non approved fluids shall be excluded Do not create fog in closed or poorly ventilated areas Do not expose persons with health problems such as allergic respiratory condi tions asthma to artificial fog NOTICE Risk of fire Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots Do not place the device near any direct heat source Keep the device away from naked flames fog machine 12 Safety instructions NOTICE Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only To prevent damage never expose the device to any liquid or moisture Avoid direct sunlight heavy dirt and strong vibrations NOTICE Power supply Before connecting the device ensure that the input voltage AC outlet matches the voltage rati
11. ng of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 13 Features 3 Features This fog machine is suitable for use in clubs bars discotheques and on stages Special features of the device M Control via DMX one channel or via the supplied remote control Suitable for mobile use due to compact design Bracket for mounting on truss or ceiling included themann fog machine MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 14 Installation 4 Installation Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit Keep the equipment packaging To fully protect the device against vibration dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage respectively WARNING Risk of injury caused by falling objects Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment such as a safety cable or a safety chain You can install the device on the wall the ceiling or on the floor The device must not be posi tioned with more than 1
12. off The yellow LED indicates that the Timer function is enabled Each fog burst lasts about three seconds fog machine 28 Operating 7 2 Function in DMX mode Setting up the DMX address The value of the DIP switches 1 9 is binary coded To set the desired DMX address set the DIP switches so that the sum of the resulting numbers yields the desired DMX address Please orient yourself by the following table sw9 SW8 SW7 SW6 SW5 SW4 sw3 sw2 SW1 DMX address 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 8 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 16 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 32 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 64 AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 29 Operating sw9 SW8 SW7 SW6 SW5 SW4 SW3 SW2 SW1 DMX address 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 128 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 256 0 DIP switch is in OFF position 1 DIP switch is in ON position Example To set the DMX address 10 set DIP switches 2 and 4 to ON all others to OFF The highest possible DMX address is 511 all DIP switches to ON DIP switch 10 has no function DMX assignment Channe Value Function I 1 Setting the amount offog 0 255 No fog output 0 to maximum fog output 100 th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 30 fog machine 8 Technical specifications Heater power Fog output Fluid consumption Fog fluid container capacity Warm up time Operating supply voltage Fuse Power consumption Dimensions W x D x H Weight Technic
13. operation is turned on Pushbutton CONT Press this switch to turn continuous operation on or off In this mode the fog volume you have set with the VOLUME control is continuously emitted themann fog machine MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 24 Connections and operating elements 27 The yellow LED indicates that the Timer function is turned on 28 Pushbutton TIMER With this switch you can turn the Timer function on or off In this mode the amount of fog set by the VOLUME control is emitted within the time intervals that you have set with the INTERVAL control AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 25 Operating 7 Operating Filling the unit th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION NOTICE Possible damages caused by unsuitable fog fluid Fog liquids not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the unit Only use the fog fluids listed on www thomann de and follow their instructions for use First make sure the unit is disconnected from the mains Open the screw cap of the liquid container and fill in the fog fluid Make sure that no fluid is spilled or gets into the device The easiest way is using a funnel The container capacity is 2 3 litre Screw the cap firmly back on fog machine 26 Turning the unit on Operation Turning the unit off Operating NOTICE Fire hazard Do not operate the machine unattended Make sure that the remote control is connected Connect the dev
14. tage Warning flammable substances Warning hot surface Warning suspended load Warning harmful or irritating substances gt epee th mann fog machine MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General notes Warning signs Type of danger N Warning danger zone AF 150 DMX th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 7 Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used to produce artificial fog by vaporising fog fluid Use the device only as described in this user manual Any other use or use under other operating con ditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical sensorial and intellectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience Other persons may use this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety DANGER Danger for children Ensure that plastic bags packaging etc are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children Choking hazard Safety Ensure that children do not detach any small parts e g knobs or the like from the unit They could swallow the pieces and choke Never let children unattended use electrical devices themann fog machine MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions DANGER
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