Blizzard Lil G Users Manual

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Blizzard Lighting, LLC

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Waukesha, WI USA

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 & 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

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1. GETTING STARTED

What’s In The Box?

• 1 x Lil’ G™ Moving Head Fixture

• An Ever-So-Handy Power Cord

• A Sweet Mounting Bracket

• This Lovely User Manual

Getting It Out Of The Box

Congratulations on purchasing Lil’ G™, the fun sized moving spot head xture 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 xture must be returned to the factory, it is important that the xture be returned in the original factory

box and packing.

Powering Up!

All 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 xtures have a voltage select switch, so please verify that the xture you receive is suitable for your local power supply. See the label on the xture or refer to the xture’s specications chart for more information. A xture’s listed current rating is its average current draw under normal conditions. Check the 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 xture may result if the line voltage applied does not match the voltage indicated on the voltage selector switch. All xtures 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 specications 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.

Author: Date: Last Edited: Date:

J. Thomas 10/3/2014 J. Thomas 10/31/2014

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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 xture.

• This product is intended for indoor use only.

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

• Make sure there are no 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 xture using a safety chain. NEVER carry the 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 visit our support website at: www.blizzardlighting.com/tickets.

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2. MEET THE LIL’ G™ MOVING HEAD

MAIN FEATURES:

• Ultra-bright 40-watt white LED source

• Pan: 540º/ Tilt: 220º (8-16 Bit Resolution)

• Sharp 9° beam angle

• 7 color + white color wheel with rainbow effect

• 9 xed gobos + open w/bi-directional rotation & 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:

• USITT DMX-512 (11-channels)

• Easy-to-use 4-button LCD control panel menu

DMX Quick Reference (11-Channel Mode)

Channel What is does

1 Pan

2 Tilt

3 Fine Pan

4 Fine Tilt

5 Pan/Tilt Speed (Fast <--> Slow)

6 Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)

7 Strobe (Slow <--> Fast)

8 Color Wheel

9 Gobo Wheel

10 Auto + Sound Active Mode

11 Motor Reset

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Figure 1: The Lil’ G™ Pin-Up Picture

Head/Arms

4-Button Control Panel

Figure 2: The Rear Connections

40-watt

LED Source

LCD Readout

Fuse HolderPower Switch

DMX Out Power InputDMX In

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3. SETUP

Fuse Replacement

With a 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 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 xtures set to sync in master/slave operating mode. The combined number of channels required by all the xtures on a serial data link determines the number of 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 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 xtures on a serial data link is 32 xtures.

Data/DMX Cabling

To link xtures 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 speci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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Cable Connectors

Cables must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end. (Duh!)

CAUTION: Do not allow contact between the common and the

xture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common can cause a ground loop, and your xture 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 other.

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:

Conductor 3-Pin Female

(Output)

5-Pin Male (Input)

Ground/Shield Pin 1 Pin 1

DMX Data (-) Pin 2 Pin 2

DMX Data (+) Pin 3 Pin 3

Not Used. No Connection. No Connection.

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 rst xture’s male

connector (input). Note: It doesn’t matter

which xture address is the rst one

connected. We recommend connecting the

xtures in terms of their proximity to the

controller, rather than connecting the lowest

xture number rst, and so on.

Step 3: Connect other xtures in the chain

from output to input as above. Place a DMX

terminator on the output of the nal xture

to ensure best communication.

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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 rst xture.

2. Connect the end of the cable coming from

the rst xture which will have a (female) 3 pin connector to the input connector of the next xture

consisting of a (male) 3 pin connector. Then, proceed to connect from the output as stated above

to the input of the following xture and so on.

A quick note: Often, the setup for MasterSlave and Standalone operation requires that

the rst xture in the

chain be initialized for this purpose via either settings in the control panel or DIP-switches.

Secondarily, the xtures

that follow may also require a slave setting.

Check the “Operating Adjustments” section in this manual for

complete instructions for this type of setup and conguration.

Mounting & Rigging

This xture 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

xture using a suitable “C” or “O” type clamp. The clamp should be rated to hold at least 10x the xture’s weight to ensure structural

stability. Do not mount to surfaces with unknown strength, and ensure

properly “rated” rigging is used when mounting xtures overhead.

Adjust the angle of the xture by loosening both knobs and tilting the xture. After nding the desired position, retighten both knobs.

• When selecting installation location, take into consideration lamp replacement access (if applicable) and routine maintenance.

• Safety cables MUST ALWAYS be used.

• Never mount in places where the xture will be exposed to rain,

high humidity, extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation.

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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 xture. There are 4 control buttons

below the LCD display which allow you to navigate through the various control panel menus.

<MENU>

Is used to navigate to the previous higher-level menu item.

<UP>

Scrolls through menu items and numbers in ascending order.

<DOWN>

Scrolls through menu items and numbers in descending order.

<ENTER>

Is used to select and conrm/store the current selection.

Dmx: 11CH

Add: 001

ESC ENTERUP DOWN

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 rst available option for the selected menu function.

Press the <ESC> button to access the main menu. Then use the <UP/ DOWN> buttons to navigate the main menu options. Press the <ENTER> button to select any menu function currently displayed, then use the <UP/ DOWN> buttons to scroll through any submenu options. You can the press <ENTER> to save any changes made, or press <ESC> to exit without saving.

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Control Panel Menu Structure

DMX: 11CH <ENTER> To choose a DMX address from 001-512

Test Auto Auto run mode

Sound Sound active mode

PAN Inverse <ENTER> Invert pan (yes/no)

TILT Inverse <ENTER> Invert tilt (yes/no)

Manual

*Follow DMX channel values for each listed on page 13-14.

Option Pan Invert pan (yes/no)

CH01 Pan (0° <-> 540°)

CH02 Tilt (0° <-> 220°)

CH03 Fine pan (16-bit)

CH04 Fine tilt (16-bit)

CH05 Pan/tilt speed (fast <-> slow)

CH06 Dimmer

CH07 Strobe (1Hz-10Hz)

CH08 Color wheel

CH09 Gobo wheel

CH10 Auto + sound active

CH11 Motor reset

Tilt Invert pan (yes/no)

YSet Fine tilt adjustment (0-255)

Color Fine color wheel adjustment (0-255)

Gobo Fine color wheel adjustment (0-255)

Sound Mic sensitivity adjustment (0-255)

PassWord PassWord

Lock

PassWord UnLock

Re- Def- <ENTER> Reset system default settings

Reset All <ENTER> Motor reset

Enter password 988 to enable menu password protection upon system restart

Enter password 988 to disable menu password protection upon system restart

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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 xture, press the <ESC> button

until you reach the top menu level (and then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons if

necessary) to navigate to MENU1: Dmx 11CH, and press the <ENTER> button.

Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to display any value within the range of 001-

512, then push the <ENTER> button.

Slave Mode

1.) Connect xtures together via DMX, then set each xture to the same starting

DMX address.

2.) The rst xture in the DMX chain is the master xture, and the following

xtures 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 <ESC> button until you reach the top menu level (and then use the

<UP/DOWN> buttons if necessary) to navigate to Menu2: Test, and press the

<ENTER> button.

2.) Press the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight AUTO, then press <ENTER>.

Sound Active Mode

1.) Press the <ESC> button until you reach the top menu level (and then use the

<UP/DOWN> buttons if necessary) to navigate to Menu2: Test, and press the

<ENTER> button.

2.) Press the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight Sound, and then press the

<ENTER> 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 > Sound, and

choose a mic level setting between the values of 000-255.

Manual Adjustments & Built-in Programs

1.) Press the <ESC> button until you reach the top menu level (and then use the

<UP/DOWN> buttons if necessary) to navigate to Menu3: Manual, and press

the <ENTER> button.

2.) Press the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight CH1-CH11, and then press the

<ENTER> button.

3.) Every option for CH1-CH11 uses the exact same values of 000-255 as listed

on the DMX chart on page 13.

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Menu Password Protection

Allows you to enable/disable the menu password protection feature.

1.) Press the <ESC> button until you reach the top menu level (and then use the

<UP/DOWN> buttons if necessary) to navigate to Menu5: PassWord, and press

the <ENTER> button.

2.) Press the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight PassWord Lock or PassWord

UnLock, and then press the <ENTER> button. Enter the three digit code: 988,

then press the <ENTER> 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 <ESC> to reach the top menu level, and use the <UP/

DOWN> buttons navigate to Menu7: Reset, and press <ENTER>. Then simply

press <ENTER> again to conrm.

Restore Factory Settings

1.) To reset the xture to its factory default settings, press the <ESC> to reach

the top menu level, and use the <UP/DOWN> buttons navigate to Menu6: Re-

Def-, and press <ENTER>.

DMX Values In-Depth (11-Channel Mode)

Channel Value What It Does

1 000 <--> 255 Pan

2 000 <--> 255 Tilt

3 000 <--> 255 Fine Pan (16-bit)

4 000 <--> 255 Fine Tilt (16-bit)

5 000 <--> 255 Pan/Tilt Speed (Fast <--> Slow)

6 000 <--> 255 Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)

7 000 <--> 255 Strobe (Slow <--> Fast)

000 <--> 019 020 <--> 039 040 <--> 059 060 <--> 079 080 <--> 099 100 <--> 119 120 <--> 139 140 <--> 159 160 <--> 207 208 <--> 255

Color Wheel

White Pink Green Blue Yellow Purple Teal Orange Clockwise Rainbow Effect Counterclockwise Rainbow Effect

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DMX Values In-Depth (11-Channel Mode, Continued)

Channel Value What It Does

000 <--> 009 010 <--> 019 020 <--> 029 030 <--> 039 040 <--> 049 050 <--> 059 060 <--> 069 070 <--> 079 080 <--> 089 090 <--> 099 100 <--> 109 110 <--> 119 120 <--> 129 130 <--> 139 140 <--> 149 150 <--> 159 160 <--> 169 170 <--> 179 180 <--> 189 190 <--> 222 223 <--> 255

001 <--> 128 129 <--> 255

000 <--> 254 255

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 <-> fast) Gobo 8 Shake (slow <-> fast) Gobo 7 Shake (slow <-> fast) Gobo 6 Shake (slow <-> fast) Gobo 5 Shake (slow <-> fast) Gobo 4 Shake (slow <-> fast) Gobo 3 Shake (slow <-> fast) Gobo 2 Shake (slow <-> fast) Gobo 1 Shake (slow <-> fast) Gobo Flow Clockwise (slow <-> fast) Gobo Flow Counterclockwise (slow <-> fast)

Auto/Sound Active

Auto Mode Sound Active Mode

Reset

No Function Fixture resets in 3 seconds

Photometric Data

9° Beam Angle LUX (White)

9° Beam Angle

1m 2m 3m 4m 5m

30,810 @ 1m 7,730 @ 2m 3,731 @ 3m 2,235 @ 4m 1,486 @ 5m

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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. 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 ve 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 ows 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 dened standard.

DMX is connected using a daisy-chain conguration where the source connects to the input of the rst device, the output of the rst 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 xtures are used, the rst xture might be set to start at channel 1 so it would respond to DMX channels 1 through 6, and the next xture would be set to

start at channel 7 so it would respond to channels 7 through 12.

Troubleshooting

Symptom Solution

Fixture AutoShut Off

Check the fan in the 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 xture 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 xture is operating under correct mode, IE sound

active/auto/DMX/Etc., if applicable. Contact service for more information.

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 Audio

Fixture Not Responding / Responding Erratically

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

Adjust Audio Sensitivity, If Applicable.

Make sure all connectors are seated properly and securely. Use Only DMX Cables. Install a Terminator. Check all cables for defects.

Reset xture(s).

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Keeping Your Lil’ G™ As Good As New

The 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 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 xture running cool and prevent damage from overheating.

In transit, keep the 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

xtures.

Common sense and taking care of your 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 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 nd yourself with a xture that isn’t behaving like a good little xture 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 xture for transit,

and whenever possible, use the original box & packing for shipping.

When returning your 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 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

Width 7.9 inches (20.1 cm)

Depth 7.7 inches (19.6 cm)

Height 12.5 inches (31.7 cm)

Weight 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg)

Power

Operating Voltage AC 110-240VAC, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption 59W, .79A

Power Factor .63

Light Source

LED 40-watt white LED

Optical

Beam Angle 9° Beam Angle

Thermal

Max. Operating

104 degrees F (40 degrees C) ambient

Temp.

Control

Protocol USITT DMX-512

DMX Channels 11-Channel

Input 3-pin XLR Male

Output 3-pin XLR Female

Other Operating Modes Standalone, Master/Slave, Sound Active

Other Information

Behind every girls sele 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.

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Enjoy your product!

Our sincerest thanks for your purchase!

--The team @ Blizzard Lighting

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