ADJ VF1600 - Owners Manual
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1. When storing for long periods of time please follow the instruc tions on page 6 for proper maintenance and storage Always mount this unit in a safe and stable matter Please route your power cord out of the way of foot traffic Power cords should be routed so they are not likely to be walked on pinched by items placed upon or against them The unit should only be serviced by qualified service personnel when A The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged B Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit C The unit has been exposed to rain or water D The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance VF1600 Safety Precautions ADJ Products LLC www adj com VF1600 Instruction Manual Page 3 Introduction Congratulations you have just purchased one of the most reliable fog machines on the market today The VF1600 commer cial fog machine have been designed to perform reliably for years when the guidelines in this booklet are followed Please read and understand the instructions in this manual carefully and thoroughly before attempt ing to operate this unit These instructions contain important informa tion regarding safety during use and maintenance Customer Support ADJ Products LLC provides a toll free cus tomer support line to provide set up help and to answer any question should you encounter problems during your set up or initia2. DMX address of 1 the DMX controller knows to send DATA assigned to address 1 to that unit no matter where it is located in the DMX chain Data Cable DMX Cable Requirements For DMX and Master Slave Operation The VF1600 can be controlled via DMX 512 protocol The VF1600 1 channel DMX unit The DMX address is set using the dipswitches on the rear panel of the unit Your unit and your DMX controller require a approved DMX 512 110 Ohm Data cable for data input and data output Figure 1 We recommend Accu Cable DMX cables If you are making your own cables be sure to use standard 110 120 Ohm shielded cable This VF1600 DMX Set Up VF1600 DMX Set Up DMX512 IN 3 PIN XLR SOUND REMOTE CONTROL INPUT POWER INPUT OUTPUT SOUND REMOTE CONTROL INPUT POWER INPUT OUTPUT SOUND REMOTE CONTROL INPUT POWER INPUT OUTPUT DMX512 DMX DMX COMMON 1 2 3 Termination reduces signal errors and avoids signal transmission problems and interference It is always advisable to connect a DMX terminal Resistance 120 Ohm 1 4 W between PIN 2 DMX and PIN 3 DMX of the last fixture 1 2 3 1 2 3 DMX DMX COMMON DMX512 OUT 3 PIN XLR Figure 2 Figure 3 1 Ground 1 Ground XLR Male Socket XLR Pin Configuration 3 Hot 2 Cold 2 Cold 3 Hot XLR Female Socket Pin 3 Data True positive Pin 2 Data Compliment negative Pin 1 Ground Notice Be sure to follo
3. function allows fog to be emitted at designat ed intervals The remote has three 3 L E D s that indicate different functions WHEN THE DMX MODE IS ACTIVE THE TIMER FUNC TION WILL NOT WORK The YELLOW LED located to the left will indicate the timer is turned on and is activated The RED LED will indicate that the remote is plugged in and active The GREEN LED located to the right is for manual fogging wait for the GREEN LED to light up then press the button The remote also contains three rotary knobs The Duration knob sets the timers duration Length of fog output The Interval knob sets the fog output intervals Length between fog output The Output knob sets the amount of fog the machine will output Caution Before removing or replacing the remote control unit disconnect the power supply Wireless Remote Control The VF1600 can also be operated by wireless remote Plug the receiver box into the wireless input Located on the side of the receiver are four dipswitches Put any one of the four dipswitches in the ON position and the numbered button that corresponds to the numbered dipswitch will control fog output Example Put dipswitch 3 in the ON position Button 3 on the wire less remote will control fog output MODEL VF1600 VOLTAGE 120v or 230V 50 60Hz HEATER 1500W WEIGHT 22 Lbs 10 Kgs DIMENSIONS 19 5 x 14 x 9 495 x 355 x 230mm FUSE 15A 120V 10A 230V WARM UP TIME 8 Min
4. time the fluid reservoir will glow red this indicates that the unit is heating up Wait about eight minutes for the fogger to reach normal operating temperature When it has reached the temperature the reservoir will glow green 7 Either press the remote button to emit fog use the timer function or use the manual button on the rear of the unit to emit fog See Timer Remote operation on the next page for operating instruc tions VF1600 DMX Set Up 5 Pin XLR DMX Connectors Some manufactures use 5 pin DMX 512 data cables for DATA transmission in place of 3 pin 5 pin DMX fixtures may be implemented in a 3 pin DMX line When inserting stan dard 5 pin data cables in to a 3 pin line a cable adaptor must be used these adaptors are readily available at most electric stores The chart below details a proper cable conversion Conductor 5 Pin XLR Male In 3 Pin XLR Female Out Pin 1 Pin 5 Do Not Use Pin 4 Do Not Use Pin 3 Pin 2 Pin 1 Pin 3 Pin 2 Not Used Not Used Data True signal Data Compliment signal Ground Shield 3 Pin XLR to 5 Pin XLR Conversion DMX Mode The VF1600 has 1 DMX channel Channel 1 is fog output 1 This function will allow you to control each individual fixture s traits with a standard DMX 512 controller 2 To run your fixture in DMX mode set the DMX address using the dipswitches located on the rear panel of the unit 3 After you have set your DMX addr
5. User Instructions 9 14 Caution Fog Machines may set off Smoke Alarms VF1600 2013 ADJ Products LLC all rights reserved Information specifications diagrams images and instructions herein are subject to change without notice ADJ Products LLC logo and identifying product names and numbers herein are trademarks of ADJ Products LLC Copyright protection claimed includes all forms and matters of copyrightable materials and information now allowed by statutory or judicial law or hereinafter granted Product names used in this document may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged All non ADJ Products LLC brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies ADJ Products LLC and all affiliated companies hereby dis claim any and all liabilities for property equipment building and electrical damages injuries to any persons and direct or indirect economic loss associated with the use or reliance of any information contained within this document and or as a result of the improper unsafe unsufficient and negligent as sembly installation rigging and operation of this product Europe Energy Saving Notice Energy Saving Matters EuP 2009 125 EC Saving electric energy is a key to help protecting the enviroment Please turn off all electrical products when they are not in use To avoid power consumption in idle mode disconnect all
6. electrical equipment from power when not in use Thank you Be sure to save the packing carton in the unlikely event the unit may have to be returned for service Do not spill water or other liquids into or on to your fogger Be sure that all the fog fluid is kept inside the fluid reservoir Be sure that the local power outlet match that or the required voltage for your fog machine Do not remove the top cover under any conditions There are no user serviceable parts inside Disconnect the unit s main power when left unused for long peri ods of time Never connect this unit to a dimmer pack Do not attempt to operate this unit if it becomes damaged in anyway Never operate this unit when it s cover is removed To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire do not expose this unit rain or moisture Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord has been fray ed or broken Do not attempt to remove or break off the ground prong from the electrical cord This prong is used to reduce the risk of electrical shock and fire in case of an internal short Disconnect from main power before making any type of connection Never block the ventilation holes Always be sure to mount this unit in an area that will allow proper ventilation Allow about 6 15cm between this device and a wall This unit is intended for indoor use only use of this product out doors voids all warranties
7. ess plug in the fixture via the XLR connections to any standard DMX controller Follow the set up specifications that come with your DMX controller VF1600 DMX Control ADJ Products LLC www adj com VF1600 Instruction Manual Page 8 ADJ Products LLC www adj com VF1600 Instruction Manual Page 9 The VF1600 fog machine carries a one year 365 days limited war ranty Please fill out the enclosed warranty card to validate your pur chase All returned service items whether under warranty or not must be freight pre paid and accompany a return authorization R A num ber The R A number must be clearly written on the outside of the return package A brief description of the problem as well as the R A number must also be written down on a piece of paper and included in the shipping container If the unit is under warranty you must pro vide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice You may obtain a R A number by contacting customer support at 800 322 6337 VF1600 Warranty Registration If you experience low fog output pump noise or no fog output at all disconnect and discontinue use immediately Do not attempt to con tinue pushing the remote control s activation button as this may dam age the fog machine Check the fluid level the external fuse remote connection and be sure the wall outlet is sending power If all of the above appears to be okay and the unit fails to operate correctly the unit will require service Plea
8. heretofore published MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY PERIODS Lighting Products 1 year 365 days Limited Warranty Such as Special Effect Lighting Intelligent Lighting UV lighting Strobes Fog Machines Bubble Machines Mirror Balls Par Cans Trussing Lighting Stands etc excluding LED Laser Products and lamps Laser Products 90 Day Limited Warranty L E D Products 2 year 730 days Limited Warranty excluding motors PCB boards and power supplies which have a 1 year 365 day Limited Warranty and batteries which have a 180 day limited warranty
9. l operation You may also visit us on the web at www adj com for any comments or suggestions For service related issue please contact ADJ Products LLC Service Hours are Monday through Friday 8 00 a m to 4 30 p m Pacific Standard Time Voice 800 322 6337 Fax 323 582 2941 E mail support americandj com To purchase parts online visit http parts americandj com Warning To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire do not expose this unit to rain or moisture Caution There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit Do not attempt any repairs yourself doing so will void your manufactures war ranty In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact ADJ Products LLC Do not discard the shipping cartoon in the trash Please recycle when ever possible SAFETY ISSUES NEVER POINT OR AIM A FOG MACHINE TOWARDS PEOPLE OR THEIR CLOTHING THIS UNIT EMITS HOT VAPOR AND SHOULD BE USED WITH THE SAME CARE THAT YOU WOULD OBSERVE WHEN USING AN ELECTRIC KETTLE OR IRON VF1600 Introduction Please Note Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior written notice ADJ Products LLC www adj com VF1600 Instruction Manual Page 2 ADJ Products LLC www adj com VF1600 Instruction Manual Page 4 ADJ Products LLC www adj com VF1600 Instruction Manual Page 5 Power Supply Before plugging your unit in be sure the source vo
10. lt age in your area matches the required voltage for your ADJ VF1600 The VF1600 is available in a 120v and 220v version Because line volt age may vary from venue to venue you should be sure your unit volt ages matches the wall outlet voltage before attempting to operate you fixture DMX 512 DMX is short for Digital Multiplex This is a universal pro tocol used by most lighting and controller manufactures as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures and controllers A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions from the controller to the fix ture DMX data is sent as serial data that travels from fixture to fixture via the DATA IN and DATA OUT XLR terminals located on all DMX fixtures most controllers only have a DATA OUT terminal DMX Linking DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of different manufactures to be linked together and operate from a single controller as long as all fixtures and the controller are DMX compliant To ensure proper DMX data transmission when using several DMX fixtures try to use the shortest cable path possible The order in which fixtures are connected in a DMX line does not influence the DMX addressing For example a fixture assigned a DMX address of 1 may be placed anywhere in a DMX line at the beginning at the end or anywhere in the middle Therefore the first fixture controlled by the controller could be the last fixture in the chain When a fixture is assigned a
11. ping charges must be pre paid If the requested repairs or sevice including parts replacement are within the terms of this warranty ADJ Products LLC will pay return shipping charges only to a designated point within the United States If the entire instrument is sent it must be shipped in it s original package No accessories should be shipped with the product If any accessories are shipped with the product ADJ Products LLC shall have no liability whatsoever for loss of or damage to any such accessories nor for the safe return thereof C This warranty is void if the serial number has been altered or removed if the product is modified in any manner which ADJ Products LLC concludes after inspection affects the reliability of the product if the product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the ADJ Products LLC factory unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser by ADJ Products LLC if the product is damaged because not properly maintained as set forth in the instruction manual D This is not a service contract and this warranty does not include maintnance cleaning or periodic check up During the period specified above ADJ Products LLC will replace defective parts at its expense with new or refurbished parts and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair labor by reason of defects in material or workmanship The sole responsibility of ADJ Products LLC under this warran
12. s should be made with a male and female XLR con nector on either end of the cable Also remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained and cannot be split ADJ Products LLC www adj com VF1600 Instruction Manual Page 6 ADJ Products LLC www adj com VF1600 Instruction Manual Page 7 VF1600 Description The new VF1600 fog machine included a revolutionary new heat ing element that has been specially designed to prevent excessive particle build up that can cause premature fogger failure This fog machine has a wide angle spray nozzle and long life pump that was specially designed for high performance fogger output The fog machine also includes a remote control that may be removed for periods on non use VF1600 Set Up 1 Open the shipping carton and carefully remove the unit from the shipping carton 2 Be sure to remove all the packing material especially around the nozzle 3 Set the fog machine on a flat dry surface Locate the included bracket from the package and install it using the supplied hard ware to the side casing Note The bracket is an optional accesso ry and may not be used if desired however if you intend to sus pend the unit from truss the bracket must be used 4 Fill the fog fluid reservoir with American DJ brand fog juice only and then tighten the cap 5 Firmly attach the remote control unit to the rear remote control socket on the unit 6 Plug the unit in to a matching power supply At this
13. se contact ADJ Products LLC VF1600 Trouble Shooting When storing your fog machine be sure to store it in a cool area Cover the machine so that dust does not build up on the unit When storing the machine for long periods of time it is highly advised to at least run the machine every 3 4 months Long periods of inactivity can severly shorten the life of your machine Only run water based fog juice through your machine Never run plain water vinegar or any other liquid solution through your machine Running anything other then water based fog juice will severly damage your machine VF1600 Proper Storage and Maintenance Disconnect the unit from its power source Remove the power cord from the unit Once the cord has been removed you will find that the fuse holder is located inside the power socket Insert a flat head screw driver into the power socket and gently pry out the fuse holder Remove the bad fuse and replace with a new one The fuse holder also has a holder for a spare fuse VF1600 Fuse Replacement VF1600 Timer Remote Operation Always be sure to maintain an adequate supply of American DJ Brand Fog Juice in the fluid reservoir Running the fog machine dry will cause pump failure and or clogging This is the largest cause of failure in fog and haze machines Only American DJ Fog Juice is recommended and not all fog juice is created equal Timer Remote Operation Start by connecting the remote to the fog machine The timer
14. ty shall be limited to the repair of the product or replacement thereof including parts at the sole discretion of ADJ Products LLC All products covered by this warranty were manufactured after August 15 2012 and bear indentifying marks to that effect E ADJ Products LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and or improvements upon its products without any obligation to include these changes in any products theretofore manufactured No warranty whether expressed or implied is given or made with respect to any accessory supplied with products described above Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law all implied warranties made by ADJ Products LLC in connection with this product including warranties of merchantability or fitness are limited in duration to the warranty period set forth above And no warranties whether expressed or implied including warranties of merchantability or fitness shall apply to this product after said period has expired The consumer s and or Dealer s sole remedy shall be such repair or replacement as is expressly provided above and under no circumstances shall ADJ Products LLC be liable for any loss or damage direct or consequential arising out of the use of or inability to use this product This warranty is the only written warranty applicable to ADJ Products LLC Products and supersedes all prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and conditions
15. utes TANK CAPACITY 2 3 Liter OUTPUT 20 000 cubic feet per minute FLUID TYPE Water Base American DJ Fog Juice DUTY CYCLE Not to exceed 6 hours turned on Voltage is preset at the factory and may not be changed VF1600 Specifications ADJ Products LLC 6122 S Eastern Ave Los Angeles CA 90040 USA Tel 323 582 2650 Fax 323 725 6100 Web www adj com E mail info americandj com A D J Supply Europe B V Junostraat 2 6468 EW Kerkrade Netherlands service adjgroup eu www adj eu Tel 31 45 546 85 00 Fax 31 45 546 85 99 ADJ Products LLC www adj com VF1600 Instruction Manual Page 10 VF1600 Warranty MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY A ADJ Products LLC hereby warrants to the original purchaser ADJ Products LLC products to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a prescribed period from the date of purchase see specific warranty period on reverse This warranty shall be valid only if the product is purchased within the United States of America including possessions and territories It is the owner s responsibility to establish the date and place of purchase by acceptable evidence at the time service is sought B For warranty service you must obtain a Return Authorization number RA before sending back the product please contact ADJ Products LLC Service Department at 800 322 6337 Send the product only to the ADJ Products LLC factory All ship
16. w figures two and three when making your own cables Do not use the ground lug on the XLR connector Do not con nect the cable s shield conductor to the ground lug or allow the shield conductor to come in contact with the XLR s outer casing Grounding the shield could cause a short circuit and erratic behavior Special Note Line Termination When longer runs of cable are used you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic behavior A terminator is a 110 120 ohm 1 4 watt resistor which is con nected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector DATA and DATA This unit is inserted in the female XLR connector of the last unit in your daisy chain to terminate the line Using a cable terminator ADJ part number Z DMX T will decrease the possibilities of erratic behavior DMX512 IN 3 PIN XLR SOUND REMOTE CONTROL INPUT POWER INPUT OUTPUT SOUND REMOTE CONTROL INPUT POWER INPUT OUTPUT SOUND REMOTE CONTROL INPUT POWER INPUT OUTPUT DMX512 DMX DMX COMMON 1 2 3 Termination reduces signal errors and avoids signal transmission problems and interference It is always advisable to connect a DMX terminal Resistance 120 Ohm 1 4 W between PIN 2 DMX and PIN 3 DMX of the last fixture 1 2 3 1 2 3 DMX DMX COMMON DMX512 OUT 3 PIN XLR Figure 4 Figure 1 cable may be purchased at almost all professional sound and lighting stores Your cable
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