Blizzard Lighting Puck RGBAW manual

Blizzard Lighting, LLC www.blizzardlighting.com

Wisconsin, USA

Copyright (c) 2011

TABLE OF CONTENTS

The Puck™ RGBAW LED PAR Can 1

What’s

Getting It Out Of The Box 3

Powering 3

A 3

Safety Instructions (Don’t Stick Your Hand In The Toaster!) 4

5 2. Meet The Puck™ RGBAW LED PAR Can

Features

DMX Quick Reference (12-Channel Mode)

DMX Quick Reference (3-Channel Mode)

DMX Quick Reference (5-Channel Mode)

™ RGBAW Pin-up Picture

5

6

7

7

3. 8

Fuse

Connecting A Bunch Of Puck™ RGBAW LED PAR Cans

Data/DMX

Operating

8

DMX Mode & DMX Mode Selection

Master/Slave

9

Mode 9

Active

Custom

Color Preset / Color S0trobe Mode

Fixture display

9

10

Tips

12

Keeping The Puck™ RGBAW LED PAR Can As Good As New 13

Returns

Issues

Tech

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1. GETTING STARTED

What’s In The Box?

• 1 x Puck™ RGBAW Flat LED PAR Fixture

• 1x IEC Power Cord

• This Lovely User Manual

Getting It Out Of The Box

Congratulations on purchasing one way cool, way THIN LED PAR fi xture! Now that you’ve got The Puck™ RGBAW (or hopefully, Pucks!), 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 fi xture must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fi xture be returned in the original factory box and packing.

Powering Up!

All fi xtures 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 fi xtures have a voltage select switch, so please verify that the fi xture you receive is suitable for your local power supply. See the label on the fi xture or refer to the fi xture’s specifi cations chart for more information. A fi xture’s listed current rating is its average current draw under normal conditions. Check the fi xture 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 matches the line voltage applied. Damage to your fi xture may result if the line voltage applied does not match the voltage indicated on the voltage selector switch. All fi xtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Ground (Earthing).

Getting A Hold Of Us

If something is wrong, just give us a call or send an email.

We’ll be happy to help, honest.

Blizzard Lighting

W220 N1531 Jericho Ct. Suite E, Waukesha, WI 53186 USA [email protected]

www.blizzardlighting.com

866-493-6025

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• 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.

• ALWAYS make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel of the fi xture.

• This product is intended for indoor use only.

• To prevent risk of fi re or shock, do not expose fi xture to rain or moisture.

• Make sure there are no fl ammable materials close to the unit while operating.

• The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least

20in (50cm) from adjacent surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.

• ALWAYS disconnect from the power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to replace with same fuse size and type.

• ALWAYS secure fi xture using a safety chain. NEVER carry the fi xture by its cord. Use its carrying handles.

• DO NOT operate at ambient temperatures higher than 104°F (40°C).

• 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.

• NEVER connect the device to a dimmer pack.

• Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.

• Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.

• 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 unlikely event your unit may require service, please contact Blizzard Lighting at [email protected].

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2. MEET The Puck™ RGBAW Flat LED PAR Can

CONTROL FEATURES

• RGBAW color mixing via 198 10mm R/G/B/A/W LEDs

• Variable electronic strobe

• Variable electronic dimmer

• Built-in automated programs via DMX and master/slave

• Built-in sound active programs

• Full RGBAW color mixing in standalone and master/slave

• Color Preset (3-Channel), RGBAW (5-Channel) and extended

(12-Channel) DMX modes

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

• Lightweight and Compact (It kept its New Years’ resolution!)

• 4-Button LED control panel for easy programming

• Light source: 198x 10mm LEDs, 36 each

Red/Green/Blue/Amber/White

• Dual bracket for fl exibility in mounting

• Power outlet for fi xture linking (up to 50 fi xtures)

6

7

4

5

8

9

DMX Quick Reference (12-Channel Mode)

Channel

1

2

3

What It Does

Dimmer

Strobe (0-15 off, 16-255 strobe slow <-> fast)

Red Intensity

Green Intensity

Blue Intensity

Amber Intensity

White Intensity

Color Snap

10

11

12

Snap Speed (0-15 off, 16-255

Snap Slow <--> Fast)

Color Fade

Fade Speed (0-15 off, 16-255

Snap Slow <--> Fast)

Sound Active (0-127 off, 128-255

Sound Active)

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DMX Quick Reference (3-Channel Mode)

Channel What It Does

1

2

Dimmer (0-15 off, 16-255 Dim <--> Bright)

Strobe (0-15 off, 16-255 strobe slow <-> fast)

3 Color Select

Value Red Green Blue Amber White

044-047

048-051

052-055

056-059

060-062

063-066

067-070

071-074

075-078

079-082

083-086

087-090

001-004

005-008

009-012

013-016

017-020

021-024

025-028

029-031

032-035

036-039

040-043

091-093

094-097

098-101

102-105

106-109

110-113

114-117

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

118-120 ON ON

121-255 Chase (Slow <--> Fast)

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

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3

4

5

DMX Quick Reference (5-Channel Mode)

Channel What It Does

1 Red Intensity

2 Green Intensity

Blue Intensity

Amber Intensity

White Intensity

Figure 1: The Puck™ RGBAW Pin-Up Picture

Dual Mounting

Yokes

High Power

LEDs

Figure 2: The Rear Connections

DMX In DMX Out

LED Control Panel

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AC Power In/Out

Microphone

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3. SETUP

Fuse Replacement

With a fl at 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 The Puck™ RGBAW Flat LED PAR Cans

You will need a serial data link to run light shows using a DMX-512 controller or to run shows on two or more fi xtures set to sync in master/slave operating mode. The combined number of channels required by all the fi xtures on a serial data link determines the number of fi xtures the data link can support.

Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line.

Also, connecting more than 32 fi xtures 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 fi xtures on a serial data link is 32 fi xtures.

Data/DMX Cabling

To link fi xtures together you’ll need data cables. You should use datagrade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference.

For instance, Belden© 9841 meets the specifi cations for EIA RS-485 applications. Standard microphone cables will “probably” be OK, but note that they cannot transmit DMX data as reliably over long distances. 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 & shield – 55 pF/ft.

Maximum resistance of 20 ohms / 1000 ft.

Nominal impedance 100 – 140 ohms

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4. OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS

NOTE: After making any change, the unit will return to the correct mode in about 10 seconds.

DMX Mode

Allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller.

1.) The default mode for the fi xture is DMX, which appears as

Addr

on the LED

Readout. Use the <ENTER> button then the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to choose a channel between

1

and

512

. Press <ENTER> again to confi rm.

2.) To change between 3 and 6 channel DMX mode, select

ChNd,

then press

<ENTER>. Select either to confi rm.

3Ch, 5Ch

or

12Ch

, then press <ENTER> again

Master/Slave Mode (Auto/Sound Active/Color Preset/Custom):

1.) Use standard DMX cables to daisy chain your units together via the DMX connector on the rear of the units.

2.) Choose a unit to function as the Master. Select MAST. The master unit must be the fi rst unit. Finally, chain the units together using DMX cable.

Master

SLNd

then

NASt

3.) Select slave function by using the <UP>/<DOWN> keys to reach SLAV in the Master/Auto menu on the slave units, and they will react in the same as the

Master.

Slave

SLNd

then

SLAu

NOTE: When a unit is set to slave and no master is connected, appear on the LED display.

Stby

will

4.) On the master fi xture, use the <UP>/<DOWN> keys to reach SHND, which allows you to select the Master/Slave mode.

Sound active

Auto mode

SoUn

then <ENTER> to confi rm.

CoLo

then

Auto,

then <ENTER> to confi rm.

Color preset

Color strobe

CoLo

then

StCo

then

then

CoL 1 - CoL 31,

0-255

<ENTER>

(Slowest <-.-> Fastest)

CoL 1 - CoL 31,

<ENTER>

To set a custom color in Master/Slave / Standalone Mode:

Using this function, you can select any color by adjusting the Red, Green, Blue, Amber and

White values from 0-255. You may also adjust the color balance of the fi xture.

Please note that modifying the values in this step will affect ALL modes, therefore we recommend resetting all levels to their highest value (255) after using this mode.

1.) Select

NAnu

from the control panel, then hit <ENTER>.

2.) Choose confi rm.

rEd, GrEE

,

bLuE, ANbE or Uhit

, then hit <ENTER> to

3.) Using the <UP>/<DOWN> keys, select the color you wish to display by varying Red/Green/Blue intensity between 0 and 255, then hit <ENTER> to confi rm each color choice.

4.) Select Color preset mode as instructed above, then select

CoL 15.

then

<ENTER> to confi rm.

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To Show the Fixture Running Hours:

1.) Select

FhrS

from the control panel, then hit <ENTER> to confi rm.

Menu Conventions

Addr

= “ADDR,” DMX Address Set/Adjust

ChNd

= “CHMD,” Channel Mode Adjust

3 /5/12 Ch

= “3 Ch,” 3/5/12-Channel DMX Mode

SLNd

= “SLMD,” Slave Mode Adjust

SLAv

SHNd

Co XX

= “CO 1 - CO31," Color Preset X.

SP X

= “SP 1 - SP 8,” Fade Speed 1-8 (Fast <-> Slow)

StCo

= “STCO,” Color Strobe Mode.

Co XX

= “CO 1 - CO31,” Color Preset X.

NANu

= “MANU,” Manual Color / White Point Adjustment Mode.

FhrS

= “FHRS,” Displays Fixture Running Hours

tESt

= “TEST," Test Mode.

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Quick Tips & Tricks:

Problem: The Puck LED readout says “

StbY

,” (Standby), no output.”

Solution: The Puck is in Slave mode with no master fi xture connected.

Press <MENU>, select “ seconds.

SLNd

,” hit <ENTER>, select “

NASt

” by pressing up or down, hit <ENTER> to confi rm. The unit will reset after approximately 10

Problem: The Puck is only displaying certain colors (an entire color group of

LEDs is dimly lit or entirely off.)

Solution: The manual color adjustments have been set at levels less than the full intensity for each color.

Press <MENU>, select “

MANu

,” and ensure that all of the color settings (

rEd ,

GrEE , bLuE, ANbE or WHIt

) are set to

255

. This is the maximum value and the fi xture should be left in this mode unless setting a custom standalone color (See page 9. Should the problem persist, please contact technical support.

Problem: The fade you’ve selected is too fast/too slow.

Solution: Press <MENU>, select “

SHNd

,” hit <ENTER>, select “

FAdE

,” hit

<ENTER>, and select the speed by selecting “

SP 1

-

SP 8

,”. 1 is the fastest,

8 is the slowest.

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Troubleshooting

Symptom

Fixture Auto-

Shut Off

Beam is Dim

Solution

Check the fan in the fi xture. If it is stopped or moving slower than normal, the unit may have shut itself off due to high heat. This is to protect the fi xture from overheating.

Clear the fan of obstructions, or return the unit for service.

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 fi xture is operating under correct mode, IE sound active/auto/DMX/Etc., if applicable. Contact service for more information.

Chase Speed

Too Fast/Slow

Check to ensure proper setup of speed adjustment.

No Power

Blown Fuse

Check fuse, AC cord and circuit for malfunction.

Check AC cord and circuit for damage, verify that moving parts are not restricted and that unit’s ventilation is not obstructed

Slow Movement Verify that 220V/110V switch is in the correct position, if applicable. Also check that speed channels are set appropriately.

No Response to

Audio

Verify that the fi xture is in “Sound Active” mode.

Adjust Audio Sensitivity, If Applicable.

Fixture Not

Responding /

Responding Erraticly

Intermittant

Lamp

Remote Doesn’t

Work

Fixture Moving

On Its Own

Make sure all connectors are seated properly and securely.

Use Only DMX Cables.

Install a Terminator.

Check all cables for defects.

Reset fi xture(s).

Check lamp for properly installation.

Relamp, lamp may have reached end of life.

Verify remote control cable is installed properly and securely.

Verify remote is correct type (CA-9 or other as applicable.)

Verify proper mode of operation. Is the fi xture in “Auto” mode?

If your problem isn’t listed, or if problems persist, please contact support: [email protected].

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5. APPENDIX

Keeping Your Puck ™ RGBAW As Good As New

The fi xture you’ve received is a rugged, tough piece of pro lighting equipment, and as long as you 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 fi xture 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 fi xture running cool and prevent damage from overheating.

In transit, keep the fi xtures 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 fi xtures.

Common sense and taking care of your fi xtures 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 satistfaction 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 fi nd yourself with a fi xture that isn’t behaving like a good little fi xture should, you’ll need to obtain a Return Authorization (RA).

Don’t worry, this is easy. Just send an email to [email protected], 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 fi xture for transit, and whenever possible, use the original box & packing for shipping.

When returning your fi xture 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 fi xture. 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.

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Tech Specs!

Weight & Dimensions

Length

Width

Height

Weight

8.25 inches (210 mm)

2.5 inches (63.5 mm)

8.25 inches (210 mm)

4.0 lbs (1.8 kg)

Power

Operating Voltage

Fuse

Power Consumption

90-230VAC, 50-60 Hertz

3A 250V

20W

Light Source

LED 198x 10mm Red/Green/Blue/Amber/White

100K hrs.

Optical

Beam Angle

Luminous Intensity

21 degrees

32 degree fi eld

4,075 Lux @ 1m

Thermal

Max. Operating Temp.

104 degrees F (40 degrees C) ambient

Control

Protocol

DMX Channels

Input

Output

Other Operating Modes

USITT DMX-512

5 or 8 (User Selectable)

3-pin XLR Male

3-pin XLR Female

Standalone, Master/Slave, Sound Active,

Color Preset, Standalone color mixing

Might As Well

Jump!

Warranty

2-year limited warranty, does not cover malfunction caused by damage to LED’s.

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Enjoy your product!

Our sincerest thanks for your purchase!

--The team @ Blizzard Lighting