Blizzard Weather System EXA Users Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Weather System™ EXA 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 run with scissors!) 4

2. Meet The Weather System™ EXA 5

Main Features 5 DMX Quick Reference 5 The Weather System™ EXA Pin-up Picture 6

3. Setup 7

Connecting A Bunch Of Weather Systems 7 Data/DMX Cables 7 Setting the DMX Input Connector as the Active DMX Input 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 DMX Mode 12 Set the Starting DMX Address 12 Setting the DMX Channel Mode 12 Slave Mode 12 Dimming Mode Settings 12 Static Colors and Strobe Effects 12 LED Display On/Off 12 Auto, Speed, and Sound Active Modes 13 Fixture Reset Functions 13 Footswitch Setup 13 Set the Footswitch Wireless Address 14 Multiple Fixtures With Footswitch Control 14 The Weather System™ EXA Footswitch Controller 14 Charging the Footswitch 14 DMX Value In-Depth Reference Guide 15 DMX In-Depth Reference 16

5. Appendix 20

A Quick DMX Lesson 20 Troubleshooting 20 Keeping Your Weather System™ EXA As Good As New 21 Returns (Gasp!) 21 Shipping Issues 21 Tech Specs 22 Dimensional Drawings 23

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1. GETTING STARTED

What’s In The Box?

• 1 x Weather System™ EXA Fixture w/Case

• 1 x Tripod Lighting Stand

• 1 x Footswitch Controller

• 1 x USB to Micro-USB Cable with AC Adapter

• 1 x Ever-So-Handy Power Cord

• 4 x Accessory Knobs

• This Lovely User Manual

Getting It Out Of The Box

Congratulations on purchasing the Weather System™ EXA, the most far-out, featurepacked portable LED lighting systems on the market today! Now that you’ve got your Weather System™ EXA (or hopefully, EXAs!), 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/support and open a support ticket. We’ll be happy to help, honest.

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 4/27/2016 J. Thomas 1/15/2019

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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 this unit. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit may require service, please visit http://www.blizzardlighting.com/support.

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2. MEET THE WEATHER SYSTEM™ EXA

MAIN FEATURES

• 8 xtures, each with 3* 15W 6-in-1 RGBAW+UV LEDs, 100,000 hours

• Independent xture swivel & tilt positioning

• Wireless rechargeable battery powered footswitch

• Built-in color macros and auto programs via DMX

• Color mixing ability in standalone mode

• Easy to use LED digital control panel

• User selectable 32-bit dimming curves

• Flicker-free constant-current 1500HZ LED driver

• Adjustable stand, dual hanging brackets, & carrying case

• 6CH/7CH/12CH/18CH/30CH/48CH or 54-channel DMX modes

• Heavy duty, black aluminum housing

• Natural convection cooled, totally silent operation

• 3-pin XLR input and output connections

• PowerCon™ compatible AC power In/Out connectors

DMX Quick Reference - 54/48/30/18-Channel Modes

54CH 48CH 30CH 18CH What it Does 54CH 48CH 30CH 18CH What it Does

1 -- 1 1 Dimmer 28 27 -- -- Blue 5 2 1 2 2 Red 1 29 28 -- -- Amber 5 3 2 3 3 Green 1 30 29 -- -- White 5 4 3 4 4 Blue 1 31 30 -- -- UV 5 5 4 5 5 Amber 1 32 31 -- -- Red 6 6 5 6 6 White 1 33 32 -- -- Green 6 7 6 7 7 UV 1 34 33 -- -- Blue 6 8 7 8 8 Red 2 35 34 -- -- Amber 6 9 8 9 9 Green 2 36 35 -- -- White 6 10 9 10 10 Blue 2 37 36 -- -- UV 6 11 10 11 11 Amber 2 38 37 -- -- Red 7 12 11 12 12 White 2 39 38 -- -- Green 7 13 12 13 13 UV 2 40 39 -- -- Blue 7 14 13 14 -- Red 3 41 40 -- -- Amber 7 15 14 15 -- Green 3 42 41 -- -- White 7 16 15 16 -- Blue 3 43 42 -- -- UV 7 17 16 17 -- Amber 3 44 43 -- -- Red 8 18 17 18 -- White 3 45 44 -- -- Green 8 19 18 19 -- UV 3 46 45 -- -- Blue 8 20 19 20 -- Red 4 47 46 -- -- Amber 8 21 20 21 -- Green 4 48 47 -- -- White 8 22 21 22 -- Blue 4 49 48 -- -- UV 8 23 22 23 -- Amber 4 50 -- 26 14 Strobe/Shutter 24 23 24 -- White 4 51 -- 27 15 Auto 25 24 25 -- UV 4 52 -- 28 16 Auto Color 26 25 -- -- Red 5 53 -- 29 17 Auto Speed 27 26 -- -- Green 5 54 -- 30 18 32-bit Dimming

DMX Quick Reference - 12/7/6-Channel Modes

CH 12-Channel Mode 7-Channel Mode 6-Channel Mode

1 Dimmer Dimmer Red Intensity 2 Red Intensity Red Intensity Green Intensity 3 Green Intensity Green Intensity Blue Intensity 4 Blue Intensity Blue Intensity Amber Intensity 5 Amber Intensity Amber Intensity White Intensity 6 White Intensity White Intensity UV Intensity 7 UV Intensity UV Intensity -8 Strobe/Shutter -- -9 Auto -- -10 Auto Color -- -11 Auto Speed -- -12 32-bit Dimming -- --

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Figure 1: The Weather System™ EXA Pin-Up Picture

Mounting

Bracket

24x 15-Watt

RGBAW+UV 6-in-1 LEDs

Threaded Accessory Knob

Mounting Holes

Mounting

Bracket

3.6 to 6.3 Foot

Adjustable Tripod

Lighting Stand

Figure 2: The Rear Connections

Power Input

Power Output

Control Panel

Menu Buttons

DMX In/Out

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DMX Sync OutMic

Mic Sensitivity Knob

3. SETUP

Fuse Replacement

CAUTION! The Weather System™ EXA utilizes a high-output switch-

mode power supply with an internal fuse. Under normal operating

conditions, the fuse should not require replacement. The fuse is eld replaceable, however it is an advanced procedure suited to qualied

individuals. Should your Weather System™ fuse require replacement, please contact Blizzard Lighting for instructions, or to return for service.

Connecting A Bunch of Weather System™ 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

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-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 com-

plete 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 suitable “C” or “O” type clamps. Clamps 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.

• When mounting the head, 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 Weather System™ EXA

are accessed by using the control panel on the rear of the xture. There are 4

control buttons below the LED 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.

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 im-

mediately 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

ADDR 001-512 <ENTER> To choose the DMX address STAT R 0-255 Red intensity (0% <--> 100%)

G 0-255 Green intensity (0% <--> 100%) B 0-255 Blue intensity (0% <--> 100%) A 0-255 Amber intensity (0% <--> 100%) W 0-255 White intensity (0% <--> 100%) UV 0-255 UV intensity (0% <--> 100%) SHUT 0-255 Flash / strobe speed (slow <--> fast)

SET CHMD (channel mode) 54CH 54-channel mode

DIM (dimming mode) LIN Linear

DISY (display set)

WADD (wireless address)

AUTO INTE (intensity) 0-255 Set the intensity level (dim to bright)

ACCT No/1-255 Automatic color change after set number of auto loops ATMD (auto mode) STEP Auto Step Mode (individual steps)

AT01 0-255 Auto program 1, speed (0-255) AT02 0-255 Auto program 2, speed (0-255) AT03 0-255 Auto program 3, speed (0-255) AT04 0-255 Auto program 4, speed (0-255) AT05 0-255 Auto program 5, speed (0-255) AT06 0-255 Auto program 6, speed (0-255) AT07 0-255 Auto program 7, speed (0-255) AT08 0-255 Auto program 8, speed (0-255) AT09 0-255 Auto program 9, speed (0-255) AT10 0-255 Auto program 10, speed (0-255) AT11 0-255 Auto program 11, speed (0-255) AT12 0-255 Auto program 12, speed (0-255) AT13 0-255 Auto program 13, speed (0-255) AT14 0-255 Auto program 14, speed (0-255) AT15 0-255 Auto program 15, speed (0-255) AT16 0-255 Auto program 16, speed (0-255) AT17 0-255 Auto program 17, speed (0-255) AT18 0-255 Auto program 18, speed (0-255) AT19 0-255 Auto program 19, speed (0-255) AT20 0-255 Auto program 20, speed (0-255) AT21 0-255 Auto program 21, speed (0-255) AT22 0-255 Auto program 22, speed (0-255) SOU1 <ENTER> SOU2 <ENTER> SOU3 <ENTER>

INFO

SOFT Vx.x Software version information POW

LOAD

YES/NO

48CH 48-channel DMX mode 30CH 30-channel DMX mode 18CH 18-channel DMX mode 12CH 12-channel DMX mode 7CH 7-channel DMX mode 6CH 6-channel DMX mode

SQR Square law ISQR Inverse square law SCUR S-curve LIN. Linear (smooth) SQR. Square law (smooth) ISQR. Inverse square law (smooth) SCUR. S-curve (smooth)

ON LED menu display is continually on 2M LED menu display off after 2 minutes 0-F Set to match the footswitch frequency address

0SHT Auto “One Shot” Mode (run program once) LOOP Auto Loop (loop program) BPM Beats Per Minute (tap sync)

Sound Active Mode 1 (color changing) Sound Active Mode 2 (white strobe) Sound Active Mode 3 (color chase)

Display current power reduction percentage Reset all factory defaults (except for ADDR and WADD)

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DMX Mode

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

Setting the Starting DMX Address:

1.) To select a starting DMX address for your xture, navigate the main menu to reach ADDR, then press <ENTER>. Now use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select any stating DMX address value ranging between 001-512, then press <ENTER> to conrm your choice.

Setting the DMX Channel Mode:

1.) To select a DMX channel mode, navigate the main menu to reach SET, then press <ENTER>. Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight CHMD, and press <ENTER>. From here you can select your desired DMX channel mode, and press <ENTER> to conrm.

Slave Mode:

1.) Daisy chain the xtures via DMX In/Out, with the controller at the beginning.

2.) Set starting DMX channels and DMX channel modes all to match the master xture.

3.) The rst xture in the DMX chain is the master xture, and the following are slave xtures.

For wireless footswitch master/slave setup, see Footswitch Setup on page 13.

Dimming Mode Settings:

Allows users to set the xture to use 1 of 4 (x2) dimming curve settings for smoother (and slower)

dimming capabilities. In the control panel menu, there are two settings for each curve that are

distinguishable from one another by the trailing dot.

Linear Curve Square Law Inverse Square Law S-Curve

(LIN, LIN.) (SQR, SQR.) (ISQR, ISQR.) (SCUR, SCUR.)

Output

DMX% DMX% DMX% DMX%

*The curve settings with the trailing dot adds a bit more delay to the curve for a smoother effect.

1.) Use the <MENU> and <UP/DOWN> buttons to navigate to SET and press <ENTER>, then <UP/DOWN> buttons again to scroll to DIM, and press the <ENTER> button.

2.) Now use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight either LIN (Linear), SQR (Square), ISQR (Inverse Square), SCUR (S-Curve), LIN. (Smooth Linear), SQR. (Smooth Square), ISQR. (Smooth Inverse Square), or SCUR. (Smooth S-Curve), then hit <ENTER>.

Output

Static Colors and Strobe Effects:

Allows the user to manually adjust RGBAW+UV color balance and strobe.

1.) Use the <MENU> and <UP/DOWN> buttons to navigate to STAT and press <ENTER>, then <UP/DOWN> buttons to select R/G/B/A/W/UV or SHUT (strobe) and press the <ENTER> button.

2.) Now use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight any value ranging from 0-255 to adjust the intensity level, and press the <ENTER> button to conrm.

LED Display On/Off:

1.) Use the <MENU> and <UP/DOWN> buttons to navigate to SET and press <ENTER>, then navigate to DISY, and press the <ENTER> button.

2.) In DISY, you can set the LED menu display to be continually on by selecting ON, or shut off after 2 minute of inactivity by selecting 2MIN. Press <ENTER> to conrm.

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Auto Mode and Auto Speed Settings:

Set single or Master/Slaved units to run in auto mode at user selectable speeds.

Auto Mode:

1.) Use the <MENU> and <UP/DOWN> buttons to navigate to navigate to AUTO, and press the <ENTER> button.

2.) Now use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight any program ranging from AT01-AT22, and press <ENTER>.

3.) From here, you can now adjust the auto speed. Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select a value ranging from 0-255 (fast <--> slow), and press <ENTER> to conrm.

4.) In this same menu level as AT01-AT22, you can also edit INTE (overall LED intensity output level: 0-255), ACCT (color change after set number of loops: 1-255), and ATMD which allows for 4 different auto mode selection types: STEP (individual steps, triggered by TAP SYC on footswitch), 1SHT (run program once, triggered by TAP SYC on footswitch), LOOP (loops a running auto program), and BPM (auto-run speed will match the rate that the TAP SYC footswitch is tapped on, either fast or slow).

Sound Active Mode:

1.) Use the <MENU> and <UP/DOWN> buttons to navigate to AUTO and press <ENTER>, then with the <UP/DOWN> buttons navigate to SOU1 (color change), or SOU2 (white strobe only), and press the <ENTER> button.

Fixture Reset Functions:

Allows users to reset the xture to factory default settings with the exception ADDR or WADD.

1.) Use the <MENU> and <UP/DOWN> buttons to navigate to LOAD and press <ENTER>, then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight YES or NO, then press <ENTER>.

2.) The reset function will reset all default values with the exception of those in ADDR (address), and WADD (wireless address).

Footswitch Setup:

Set the Footswitch Wireless Address:

1.) Navigate the main menu of the xture(s) to be controlled by the footswitch to reach SET and then press <ENTER>.

2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to scroll to WADD, and press <ENTER>.

3.) Now use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select any frequency from 0-F, and press <ENTER>.

4.) On the footswitch, use the channel selection button to choose the same frequency that is set on the xture(s) from 0-F.

Master/Slave Multiple Wireless Fixtures

1.) Set the WADD (wireless address) of master xture as 0.

2.) Set the address of the foot pedal to 0.

3.) Set the WADD of the slave xture to anything other than 0.

4.) Set the DMX address on both xtures to 001.

5.) Set the channel mode (CHMD) on both xtures to 48ch.

6.) Connect a 3-Pin DMX cable from the Sync DMX output of the master xture and plug it into

the DMX Input of the slave.

Note #1: When the footswitch channel selection button is not in use for 10s, the LED display will

change and revert to showing the remaining battery power level from 0-9.

Note #2: The rst xture in the DMX chain is the only xture needing to use the Sync Dmx Out port. Both of the Sync Dmx Out rear connections (male and female) are outputs.

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The Weather System™ EXA Footswitch Controller

*Important: Be sure to swivel the antennas of the footswitch and xture(s) to their outward

extended positions to ensure the best possible signal reception. And note that when the channel selection button of the footswitch is not in use for 10s, the LED display will show the remaining battery power level from 0-9.

Pedal 1: Mode

The mode switch gives you the option to select built-in auto programs and sound

active modes. After the rst press to activate it, continue to use the mode switch

to cycle through all of its built-in programs ranging from AT01-AT22, then its sound active modes SOU1-SOU3. The running speed for each auto program can

be adjusted using the xture’s LED control panel menu, or by using the Tap Sync

switch when the auto mode is set to loop.

Pedal 2: Color

When you step on the color switch, it triggers an instant change in color to any

running auto program. Tip: for full xture solid color control with no chase pat terns, set the xture to Auto Mode: Loop, then Program 1 (AT01), and use the

color switch to change color.

Pedal 3: Blackout

When you step on the blackout footswitch, it will blackout the currently running program. Step on this pedal again, and the Weather System™ EXA will continue

running the program where it left off.

Pedal 4: Tap Sync

When ATMD (auto mode) in the control panel menu is set to LOOP, the Tap Sync footswitch adjusts the running speed (0-255), then step on the Mode switch to save. When ATMD is set to STEP (individual steps), ONE-SHOT (run program once), or BPM (tap controlled speed) the Tap Sync switch will trigger an action.

Charging the Battery

The battery in the wireless footswitch controller can last up to 18 hours on a single charge. You can use the included

USB to Micro-USB cable to charge it via USB port, or plug it into a standard wall socket using the included USB-AC Adapter. A full battery charge can take up to 5 hours, and the charge LED indicator will illuminate green when complete.

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DMX Value In-Depth Reference Guide

Function Value What It Does Dimmer 000 <--> 255 (0% <--> 100%) Red Intensity 000 <--> 255 (0% <--> 100%) Green Intensity 000 <--> 255 (0% <--> 100%) Blue Intensity 000 <--> 255 (0% <--> 100%) Amber Intensity 000 <--> 255 (0% <--> 100%) White Intensity 000 <--> 255 (0% <--> 100%) UV Intensity 000 <--> 255 (0% <--> 100%) Strobe 000 <--> 020

Effect 000 <--> 005

Auto Color 000 <--> 010

Auto Speed 000 <--> 255 Auto Speed (fast <--> slow) Dimming Mode 000 <--> 010

021 <--> 060 061 <--> 100 101 <--> 140 141 <--> 180 181 <--> 220 221 <--> 255

006 <--> 010 011 <--> 015 016 <--> 020 021 <--> 025 026 <--> 030 031 <--> 035 036 <--> 040 041 <--> 045 046 <--> 050 051 <--> 055 056 <--> 060 061 <--> 065 066 <--> 070 071 <--> 075 076 <--> 080 081 <--> 085 086 <--> 090 091 <--> 095 096 <--> 100 101 <--> 105 106 <--> 110 111 <--> 115 116 <--> 235 236 <--> 240 241 <--> 245 246 <--> 250 251 <--> 255

011 <--> 020 021 <--> 030 031 <--> 040 041 <--> 050 051 <--> 060 061 <--> 070 071 <--> 080 081 <--> 090 091 <--> 100 101 <--> 110 111 <--> 120 121 <--> 130 131 <--> 140 141 <--> 255

011 <--> 020 021 <--> 030 031 <--> 040 041 <--> 050 051 <--> 060 061 <--> 070 071 <--> 080 081 <--> 090 091 <--> 255

No strobe Normal strobe (slow <--> fast) Electronic sine wave (slow <--> fast) Random strobe (slow <--> fast) Opening pulse (slow <--> fast) Closing pulse (slow <--> fast) Electronic square wave (slow <--> fast)

No Function

AUTO1: Footswitch triggered; LOOP: open, 0SHT/STEP: ash AUTO2: One xture step running AUTO3: Two xture step running AUTO4: Two xture two space step running AUTO5: Four xture step running

AUTO6: Fixture 1 to 8 open then dark AUTO7: Fixture 1 to 8 open then 8 to 1 open

AUTO8: Two xture random AUTO9: One xture random

AUTO10: Center to side open then dark AUTO11: Side to center open then dark AUTO12: Fixture 1 to 8 open

AUTO13: Two xture left to right open AUTO14: Two xture left to right open then reverse

AUTO15: Fixture 1 to 8 step running then reverse AUTO16: Fixture 1 to 8 open then dark with background color

AUTO17: Two xture left to right with background color

AUTO18: Fixture 1 to 8 open with background color AUTO19: Four piece step running with background color AUTO20: Center to side with background color

AUTO21: Each xture changes color individually

AUTO22: Auto programs AT01-AT20 No Function Sound active mode 1 (color change) Sound active mode 2 (white strobe) Sound active mode 3 (color chase) No Function

No Function Red Green Blue Amber White UV

Red + Green Red + Blue Green + Blue Red + Amber RGBAW+UV

Orange Magenta No Function

32-Bit Dimmer

As set in the control menu display Linear curve not smooth Square law curve not smooth Inverse square law curve not smooth S-curve not smooth Linear curve and smooth Square law curve and smooth Inverse square law curve and smooth S-curve and smooth

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DMX In-Depth Reference: 54-Channel Mode

Channel Name Channel Name

1 Dimmer (0%<--> 100%) 28 Blue 5 (0%<--> 100%)

2 Red 1 (0%<--> 100%) 29 Amber 5 (0%<--> 100%)

3 Green 1 (0%<--> 100%) 30 White 5 (0%<--> 100%)

4 Blue 1 (0%<--> 100%) 31 UV 5 (0%<--> 100%)

5 Amber 1 (0%<--> 100%) 32 Red 6 (0%<--> 100%)

6 White 1 (0%<--> 100%) 33 Green 6 (0%<--> 100%)

7 UV 1 (0%<--> 100%) 34 Blue 6 (0%<--> 100%)

8 Red 2 (0%<--> 100%) 35 Amber 6 (0%<--> 100%)

9 Green 2 (0%<--> 100%) 36 White 6 (0%<--> 100%)

10 Blue 2 (0%<--> 100%) 37 UV 6 (0%<--> 100%)

11 Amber 2 (0%<--> 100%) 38 Red 7 (0%<--> 100%)

12 White 2 (0%<--> 100%) 39 Green 7 (0%<--> 100%)

13 UV 2 (0%<--> 100%) 40 Blue 7 (0%<--> 100%)

14 Red 3 (0%<--> 100%) 41 Amber 7 (0%<--> 100%)

15 Green 3 (0%<--> 100%) 42 White 7 (0%<--> 100%)

16 Blue 3 (0%<--> 100%) 43 UV 7 (0%<--> 100%)

17 Amber 3 (0%<--> 100%) 44 Red 8 (0%<--> 100%)

18 White 3 (0%<--> 100%) 45 Green 8 (0%<--> 100%)

19 UV 3 (0%<--> 100%) 46 Blue 8 (0%<--> 100%)

20 Red 4 (0%<--> 100%) 47 Amber 8 (0%<--> 100%)

21 Green 4 (0%<--> 100%) 48 White 8 (0%<--> 100%)

22 Blue 4 (0%<--> 100%) 49 UV 8 (0%<--> 100%)

23 Amber 4 (0%<--> 100%) 50 Strobe

24 White 4 (0%<--> 100%) 51 Effect

25 UV 4 (0%<--> 100%) 52 Auto Color (fast <--> slow)

26 Red 5 (0%<--> 100%) 53 Auto Speed (fast <--> slow)

27 Green 5 (0%<--> 100%) 54 32-Bit Dimming Modes

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DMX In-Depth Reference: 48-Channel Mode

Channel Name Channel Name

1 Red 1 (0%<--> 100%) 25 Red 5 (0%<--> 100%)

2 Green 1 (0%<--> 100%) 26 Green 5 (0%<--> 100%)

3 Blue 1 (0%<--> 100%) 27 Blue 5 (0%<--> 100%)

4 Amber 1 (0%<--> 100%) 28 Amber 5 (0%<--> 100%)

5 White 1 (0%<--> 100%) 29 White 5 (0%<--> 100%)

6 UV 1 (0%<--> 100%) 30 UV 5 (0%<--> 100%)

7 Red 2 (0%<--> 100%) 31 Red 6 (0%<--> 100%)

8 Green 2 (0%<--> 100%) 32 Green 6 (0%<--> 100%)

9 Blue 2 (0%<--> 100%) 33 Blue 6 (0%<--> 100%)

10 Amber 2 (0%<--> 100%) 34 Amber 6 (0%<--> 100%)

11 White 2 (0%<--> 100%) 35 White 6 (0%<--> 100%)

12 UV 2 (0%<--> 100%) 36 UV 6 (0%<--> 100%)

13 Red 3 (0%<--> 100%) 37 Red 7 (0%<--> 100%)

14 Green 3 (0%<--> 100%) 38 Green 7 (0%<--> 100%)

15 Blue 3 (0%<--> 100%) 39 Blue 7 (0%<--> 100%)

16 Amber 3 (0%<--> 100%) 40 Amber 7 (0%<--> 100%)

17 White 3 (0%<--> 100%) 41 White 7 (0%<--> 100%)

18 UV 3 (0%<--> 100%) 42 UV 7 (0%<--> 100%)

19 Red 4 (0%<--> 100%) 43 Red 8 (0%<--> 100%)

20 Green 4 (0%<--> 100%) 44 Green 8 (0%<--> 100%)

21 Blue 4 (0%<--> 100%) 45 Blue 8 (0%<--> 100%)

22 Amber 4 (0%<--> 100%) 46 Amber 8 (0%<--> 100%)

23 White 4 (0%<--> 100%) 47 White 8 (0%<--> 100%)

24 UV 4 (0%<--> 100%) 48 UV 8 (0%<--> 100%)

DMX In-Depth Reference: 30-Channel Mode

Channel Name Channel Name

1 Dimmer (0%<--> 100%) 16 Blue 3 (0%<--> 100%)

2 Red 1 (0%<--> 100%) 17 Amber 3 (0%<--> 100%)

3 Green 1 (0%<--> 100%) 18 White 3 (0%<--> 100%)

4 Blue 1 (0%<--> 100%) 19 UV 3 (0%<--> 100%)

5 Amber 1 (0%<--> 100%) 20 Red 4 (0%<--> 100%)

6 White 1 (0%<--> 100%) 21 Green 4 (0%<--> 100%)

7 UV 1 (0%<--> 100%) 22 Blue 4 (0%<--> 100%)

8 Red 2 (0%<--> 100%) 23 Amber 4 (0%<--> 100%)

9 Green 2 (0%<--> 100%) 24 White 4 (0%<--> 100%)

10 Blue 2 (0%<--> 100%) 25 UV 4 (0%<--> 100%)

11 Amber 2 (0%<--> 100%) 26 Strobe

12 White 2 (0%<--> 100%) 27 Effect

13 UV 2 (0%<--> 100%) 28 Auto Color (fast <--> slow)

14 Red 3 (0%<--> 100%) 29 Auto Speed (fast <--> slow)

15 Green 3 (0%<--> 100%) 30 32-Bit Dimming Modes

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DMX In-Depth Reference: 18/12-Channel Modes

18-Channel Name 12-Channel Name

1 Dimmer (0%<--> 100%) 1 Dimmer (0%<--> 100%)

2 Red 1 (0%<--> 100%) 2 Red (0%<--> 100%)

3 Green 1 (0%<--> 100%) 3 Green (0%<--> 100%)

4 Blue 1 (0%<--> 100%) 4 Blue (0%<--> 100%)

5 Amber 1 (0%<--> 100%) 5 Amber (0%<--> 100%)

6 White 1 (0%<--> 100%) 6 White (0%<--> 100%)

7 UV 1 (0%<--> 100%) 7 UV (0%<--> 100%)

8 Red 2 (0%<--> 100%) 8 Strobe

9 Green 2 (0%<--> 100%) 9 Effect

10 Blue 2 (0%<--> 100%) 10 Auto Speed (fast <--> slow)

11 Amber 2 (0%<--> 100%) 11 Virtual Color Wheel

12 White 2 (0%<--> 100%) 12 32-Bit Dimming Modes

13 UV 2 (0%<--> 100%) -- --

14 Strobe -- --

15 Effect -- --

16 Auto Color (fast <--> slow) -- --

17 Auto Speed (fast <--> slow) -- --

18 32-Bit Dimming Modes -- --

DMX In-Depth Reference: 7/6-Channel Modes

7-Channel Name 6-Channel Name

1 Dimmer (0%<--> 100%) 1 Red (0%<--> 100%)

2 Red (0%<--> 100%) 2 Green (0%<--> 100%)

3 Green (0%<--> 100%) 3 Blue (0%<--> 100%)

4 Blue (0%<--> 100%) 4 Amber (0%<--> 100%)

5 Amber (0%<--> 100%) 5 White (0%<--> 100%)

6 White (0%<--> 100%) 6 UV (0%<--> 100%)

7 UV (0%<--> 100%) --- ---

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5. APPENDIX

A Quick Lesson On DMX

DMX (aka DMX-512) was created in 1986 by the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT) as a standardized method for connecting lighting consoles to lighting

dimmer modules. It was revised in 1990 and again in 2000 to allow more exibility. The

Entertainment Services and Technology Association (ESTA) has since assumed control over the DMX512 standard. It has also been approved and recognized for ANSI standard clas-

sication.

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.

Troubleshooting

Symptom Solution

No Light Output Check to ensure xture is operating under correct mode, IE sound

Chase Speed Too Fast/Slow

Bad Wireless Reception

Blown Fuse Check AC cord and circuit for damage, verify that moving parts are

No Response to Audio

Fixture Not Responding / Responding Erratically

active/auto/DMX/Etc., if applicable.

Check to ensure proper setup of speed adjustment.

Make sure the antenna on xture(s) and footswitch are swiveled to

their outward position. Improve the line-of-sight between units.

not restricted and that unit’s ventilation is not obstructed

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 and/or check cables for defects Install a Terminator.

Reset xture(s).

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Keeping Your Weather System™ EXA 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 Authori-

zation (RA).

Don’t worry, this is easy. Just go to our website and open a support ticket at www.blizzardlighting.com/support, 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 41.6 inches (1055 mm)

Depth 4 inches (102 mm)

Height Fixture: 7.7 inches (194.9 mm)

Weight 14.8 lbs. (6.7 kg)

Power

Operating Voltage 100-264VAC, 47-63 Hertz

Power Consumption 210W, 1.73A, PF: .99

Light Source

LED 24* 15W 6-in-1 RGBAW+UV LEDs, 100,000 hours

Optical

Beam Angle 25° beam angle

UV Wavelength 380-400 nm

Luminous Intensity Lux/m Red Green Blue Amber White All

Wireless Footswitch

Charge Input Voltage 5V input (not to exceed 6V)

Charge Time 5 hours

Battery Duration 18 hours

Frequency Band 2.4 GHz

Thermal

Max. Operating Temp. 104 degrees F (40 degrees C) ambient

Control

Protocol USITT DMX-512

DMX Channels 6CH/7CH/12CH/18CH/30CH/48CH or 54-channel

Input 3-pin XLR Male

Output 3-pin XLR Female

Other Operating Modes Standalone, Master/Slave, Sound Active, Color Preset

Other Information

I keep all my best seles in a folder titled “funeral slideshow”.

Warranty

Minimum height w/stand: 3.6 ft (110 cm) Maximum height w/stand: 6.3 ft (190 cm)

1M 1,810 2,677 2,518 1,357 3,024 11,220

2M 754 1,143 1,038 569 1,321 4,570

2-year limited warranty, does not cover malfunction caused by damage to LEDs.

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, afliated with or endorsed by Neutrik AG, Neutrik USA, or any related entity. Neutrik® and powerCON® are registered trademarks of Neutrik AG.

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Dimensional Drawings

5.9 in (150 mm)

41.6 in (1055 mm)

39.8 in (1000 mm)

7.7 in (194.9 mm)

4 in

(102 mm)

3.2 in

(80 mm)

2.3 in

(58 mm)

2.4 in

(61 mm)

17.9 in (453 mm)

INPUT DC5VSET ADDRESS

CHARGE

BATTERY/ADDRESS

MODE

COLOR

BLACKOUT

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ONOFFWIRELESS

TAP SYNC

5.9 in

(150 mm)

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Enjoy your product!

Our sincerest thanks for your purchase!

--The team @ Blizzard Lighting

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