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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Figure 1: The Lux Capacitor™ Pin-Up Picture
Locking
Knobs
Mounting
Bracket
3* 60W
Warm White
LEDs
48* 0.5W
RGB
Background
LEDs
Figure 2: The Rear Connections
DMX IN DMX OUT
POWER IN POWER OUT
Power
Input
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Power
Output
FUSE:
10A, 250V
Fuse
Holder
4-Button
Menu
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Status
LED
DMX
Inputs
DMX
Outputs
3. SETUP
Before replacing the fuse, disconnect the power cord.
ALWAYS replace it with the same type and rating.
Fuse Replacement
Remove the fuse holder from of its housing. Then take out the damaged fuse from its holder and replace with exact same type of fuse.
Reattach the fuse holder, and then reconnect power.
Connecting A Bunch of Lux Capacitor™ 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 specications 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, it’s no problem! You can simply use the in-
stalled 5-pin DMX input and/or output connections found on the back of your xture(s).
Conductor 3-Pin Female (Output) 5-Pin Male (Input)
Ground/Shield Pin 1 Pin 1
Data 1- (Primary Data Link) Pin 2 Pin 2
Data 1+ (Primary Data Link) Pin 3 Pin 3
Data 2- (Optional Secondary Data Link) Pin 4 Pin 4
Data 2+ (Optional Secondary Data Link) Pin 5 Pin 5
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) 3/5-pin connector side of the
DMX cable to the output (female) 3/5-pin connector
of the rst xture.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the
rst xture which will have a (female) 3/5-pin connector to the input connector of the next xture
consisting of a (male) 3/5-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 com-
plete instructions for this type of setup and conguration.
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 sta-
bility. 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 features and dierent modes possible with the Lux Capacitor™
are accessed by using the control panel. There are 4 control buttons
below the 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 conrm/store the current selection.
The control panel LED 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. To select a menu item, press <ENTER>.
Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to navigate the menu options.
Press the <ENTER> button to select the menu function currently displayed, or to enable a menu option. To return to the previous option or
menu without changing the value, press the <MENU> button.
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Control Panel Menu Structure
Address 001-512 To choose the DMX address
RunMode DMX 06CH To run in 6-channel mode
Manual Test Lamp 1 Red Background, 0-255 (0% <-> 100%)
Program Program Speed 001-009 (fast <-> slow)
Sound <ENTER> Sound active mode
Setting Screen Reverse YES ON, rotation of the display by 180°
Lamp Light Set <ENTER> 000-255 (0% <-> 100%)
Language EN English
Sensitivity <ENTER> Mic sensitivity, 000-255 (0% <-> 100%)
Dimmer Mode Slow Slow dimming speed
Dimmer Curve LNR Linear dimming
SysInfo V2.0 <ENTER> Software version information
08CH To run in 8-channel mode
12CH To run in 12-channel mode
Lamp 2 Green Background, 0-255 (0% <-> 100%)
Lamp 3 Blue Background, 0-255 (0% <-> 100%)
Lamp 4 Lamp 1, 0-255 (0% <-> 100%)
Lamp 5 Lamp 2, 0-255 (0% <-> 100%)
Lamp 6 Lamp 3, 0-255 (0% <-> 100%)
Dimmer Dimmer, 0-255 (0% <-> 100%)
Shutter 000-003
Program Num 001-015 (select a program 1-15)
NO OFF
CN Chinese
Fast Fast dimming speed
SIN S-curve
I1S Square law curve
I2S Inverse square law curve
- No Function
004-007 - Dimmer
008-076 - Synchronized strobe (slow <-> fast)
077-145 - Pulse strobe (slow <-> fast)
146-215 - Random strobe (slow <-> fast)
216-255 - Dimmer
DMX Mode
Allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller.
Select the Starting DMX Address
1.) Navigate the main menu to reach Address, press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to choose a starting DMX address ranging from
001-512, press <ENTER> to conrm, or <MENU> to exit.
Select the Channel Mode
1.) Navigate the main menu to reach RunMode, press <ENTER>.
2.) Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight DMX.
3.) Scroll to either 06CH, 08CH, or 12Ch and press <ENTER> to conrm.
Master/Slave Mode
1.) Daisy chain xtures together via DMX input/output connections.
2.) The rst xture in the DMX chain is the master xture, and the following units
will operate in unison with the master.
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Auto and Sound Active Modes:
Allows a single or Master/Slaved units to run factory installed programs.
Auto Mode
1.) Navigate the main menu to reach RunMode, press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight Program, press <ENTER>.
3.) Then highlight Program Num, press <ENTER>.
4.) Select a program value ranging from 001-015 and press <ENTER>.
5.) To adjust the speed, highlight Program Speed, press <ENTER>.
6.) Highlight any value from 001-009 (fast <-> slow), and press <ENTER>.
Sound Active Mode
1.) Navigate the main menu to reach RunMode, press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight Sound, press <ENTER>.
3.) To adjust the mic sensitivity, press <MENU> to return to the main menu.
4.) Navigate the main menu to reach Setting, press <ENTER>.
5.) Then highlight Sensitivity, press <ENTER>.
6.) Highlight any value from 000-255 (0% <-> 100%), and press <ENTER>.
Manual Adjustments
Allows individual adjustments to be made via the control panel menu.
Manual Test
1.) Navigate the main menu to reach RunMode, press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight Manual Test, press <ENTER>.
3.) Highlight any available option, and press <ENTER>.
4.) Select from 000-255, and press <ENTER> (see DMX Values In-Depth).
Dimming Mode Settings:
Allows users to set the dimming speed, and use 1 of 4 dierent dimming curve settings for
smoother (and slower) dimming capabilities.
Dimmer Curves
1.) Navigate the main menu to reach Settings, press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight Dimmer Curve, press <ENTER>.
3.) Now use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight LNR, SIN, I1S, or I2S.
4.) Press the <ENTER> button to conrm your selection.
Linear Curve Square Law Inverse Square Law S-Curve
(LNR) (SIN)(I1S) (I2S)
Output
DMX% DMX%
Output
Output
DMX% DMX%
Output
Dimmer Mode
1.) Navigate the main menu to reach Settings, press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight Dimmer Mode, press <ENTER>.
3.) Highlight either Fast or Slow, and press <ENTER> to conrm.
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DMX Values In-Depth (6/8/12-Channel Modes)
6CH 8CH 12CH Value What It Does
-- -- 1 000 <--> 255 Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
1 1 2 000 <--> 255 Red Background (0% <--> 100%)
2 2 3 000 <--> 255 Green Background (0% <--> 100%)
3 3 4 000 <--> 255 Blue Background (0% <--> 100%)
4 4 5 000 <--> 255 WW LED Dimmer 1 (0% <--> 100%)
5 5 6 000 <--> 255 WW LED Dimmer 2 (0% <--> 100%)
6 6 7 000 <--> 255 WW LED Dimmer 3 (0% <--> 100%)
-- 7 -- 000 <--> 255 Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
-- 8 8
000 <--> 003
004 <--> 007
008 <--> 076
077 <--> 145
146 <--> 215
216 <--> 255
-- -- 9
000 <--> 015
016 <--> 031
032 <--> 047
048 <--> 063
064 <--> 079
080 <--> 095
096 <--> 111
112 <--> 127
128 <--> 143
144 <--> 159
160 <--> 175
176 <--> 191
192 <--> 207
208 <--> 223
224 <--> 239
240 <--> 255
-- -- 10
000 <--> 015
016 <--> 031
032 <--> 047
048 <--> 063
064 <--> 079
080 <--> 095
096 <--> 111
112 <--> 127
128 <--> 143
144 <--> 159
160 <--> 175
176 <--> 191
192 <--> 207
208 <--> 223
224 <--> 239
240 <--> 255
-- -- 11 000 <--> 255 Built-in Program Speed (slow <--> fast)
-- -- 12 000 <--> 255 Sound Active Mode (sensitivity: high <--> low)
Strobe
Closed
Open
Strobe (slow <--> fast)
Rapid Pulses (slow <--> fast)
Flashing (slow <--> fast)
Open
Built-in Programs 1
No Function
Program 1
Program 2
Program 3
Program 4
Program 5
Program 6
Program 7
Program 8
Program 9
Program 10
Program 11
Program 12
Program 13
Program 14
Program 15
Built-in Programs 2
No Function
Program 1
Program 2
Program 3
Program 4
Program 5
Program 6
Program 7
Program 8
Program 9
Program 10
Program 11
Program 12
Program 13
Program 14
Program 15
(Overrides Built-in Programs 2)
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5. APPENDIX
Keeping Your Lux Capacitor™ 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, drum-
set, or other piece of expensive gear into a gear trailer without a case, and simi-
larly, 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 Authoriza-
tion (RA).
Don’t worry, this is easy. Just visit www.blizzardpro.com/support and open a
support ticket, 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 12.6 inches (320mm)
Depth 6.5 inches (164mm)
Height 16 inches (405mm)
Weight 11.7 lbs (5.3 kg)
Power
Operating Voltage 110-240VAC, 47-63 Hertz
Power Consumption 274W, 2.49A, PF: .99
Light Source
LED 3* 60W warm white LEDs (2200K)
Optical
Luminous Intensity 436 Lux @ 2.5m | 121 Lux @ 5m
Thermal
Max. Operating Temp. 104 degrees F (40 degrees C) ambient
Control
Protocol USITT DMX-512
DMX Channels 6/8/12-channel modes
Input/Output 3/5-pin XLR Male/Female
Other Operating Modes DMX512, master/slave, auto, sound active
Warranty
DISCLAIMER:
The power connector tted to the xture and xture cord are designed for compatibility with products
manufactured by Neutrik AG, Neutrik USA and their related entities, however they are not manufactured
by, aliated with or endorsed by Neutrik AG, Neutrik USA, or any related entity. Neutrik® and powerCON® are registered trademarks of Neutrik AG.
48* 0.5W RGB LEDs (background eects)
2-year limited warranty, does not cover malfunction caused by
damage to LEDs.
Dimensional Drawings
12.6” (320mm)
16” (405mm)
3”
(74mm)
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6.5”
(164mm)
Enjoy your product!
Our sincerest thanks for your purchase!
--The team @ Blizzard Lighting
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