Blizzard Lux Capacitor Users Manual
Blizzard Lighting, LLC
http://www.blizzardpro.com
Waukesha, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2019
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Lux Capacitor™ 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 Lux Capacitor™ 5
Main Features 5
DMX Quick Reference 5
The Lux Capacitor™ Pin-up Picture 6
3. Setup 7
Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch Of Lux Capacitor™ 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
The Control Panel 10
Control Panel Menu Structure 11
DMX Mode 11
Select The DMX Starting Address 11
Select The Channel Mode 11
Master/Slave Mode Settings 11
Auto Mode 12
Sound Active Mode 12
Manual Adjustments 12
Dimming Mode Settings 12
DMX Channel Values In-Depth 13
5. Appendix 14
Keeping Your Lux Capacitor™ As Good As New 14
Returns (Gasp!) 14
Shipping Issues 14
Tech Specs 15
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1. GETTING STARTED
What’s In The Box?
• 1 x Lux Capacitor™
• An Ever-So-Handy Power Cord
• A Sweet Safety Cable
• This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of The Box
Congratulations on purchasing the Lux Capacitor™, the ultra-warm white retro blinder with
intense background color eects. Now that you’ve got your Lux Capacitor™, 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 o a switched circuit and cannot be run o 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 specications 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 happens goes wrong, please visit www.blizzardpro.com/support and open a
support ticket. We’ll be happy to help, honest.
Disclaimer: The information and specications 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.
blizzardpro.com.
Author: Date: Last Edited: Date:
J. Thomas 8/29/2019 J. Thomas 9/3/2019
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read these instructions carefully. They include
important information about the installation, usage and
• 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 de-
cal 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.
maintenance of this product.
• ALWAYS secure xture using a safety chain. NEVER carry the xture by its
head. 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 open a support ticket at www.
blizzardpro.com/support.
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2. MEET THE LUX CAPACITOR™
MAIN FEATURES
• 3* 60W warm white LEDs (2200K)
• 48* 0.5W RGB LEDs (background eects)
• Individual control of warm white LEDs
• 30 speed controllable built-in programs
• Sound active mode available via standalone or DMX
• User-selectable 32-bit dimming curves
• Variable electronic dimming
• 1-25Hz strobe eects
• Flicker-free LEDs
• 3/5-pin DMX input/output connections
• PowerCon™ compatible AC power input/output connections
CONTROL:
• Protocol: USITT DMX-512
• DMX channels: 6/8/12-channel modes
• Easy-to-use 4-button control panel with LCD display
• Operating modes: DMX512, master/slave, auto, sound active
DMX Quick Reference (6/8/12-Channel Modes)
6CH 8CH 12CH What It Does
-- -- 1 Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
1 1 2 Red Background (0% <--> 100%)
2 2 3 Green Background (0% <--> 100%)
3 3 4 Blue Background (0% <--> 100%)
4 4 5 WW LED Dimmer 1 (0% <--> 100%)
5 5 6 WW LED Dimmer 2 (0% <--> 100%)
6 6 7 WW LED Dimmer 3 (0% <--> 100%)
-- 7 -- Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
-- 8 8 Strobe
-- -- 9 Built-in Programs 1
-- -- 10 Built-in Programs 2
-- -- 11 Built-in Program Speed (slow <--> fast)
-- -- 12 Sound Active Mode (sensitivity: high <--> low)
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