Blizzard Lighting, LLC www.blizzardlighting.com Wisconsin, USA Copyright (c) 2010-12
TABLE OF CONTENTS
COLORStorm™ 252 |
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1. Getting Started |
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What’s In The Box? |
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Getting It Out Of The Box |
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Powering Up! |
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Getting A Hold Of Us |
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Safety Instructions (Don’t Stick Your Hand In The Toaster!) |
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2. Meet The COLORStorm™ 252 |
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Features |
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DMX Quick Reference |
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3. Setup |
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Fuse Replacement |
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Connecting A Bunch Of COLORStorm™ 252’s |
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Data/DMX Cables |
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Cable Connectors |
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3-Pin??? 5-Pin??? Huh? |
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Take It To The Next Level: Setting up DMX Control |
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Fixture Linking (Master/Slave Mode) |
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Mounting/Rigging |
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4. Operating Adjustments |
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The Control Panel |
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DMX Mode |
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Sound Active/Auto Mode |
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Master/Slave Mode |
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DMX Channel Values In-Depth |
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Troubleshooting |
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5. Appendix |
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A Quick DMX Lesson |
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Keeping Your COLORStorm™ As Good As New |
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Returns (Gasp!) |
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Shipping Issues |
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Tech Specs |
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COLORStorm 252 Manual Rev. C |
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1. GETTING STARTED
What’s In The Box?
•1 x COLORStorm™ 252
•2 x Mounting brackets w/bolts & washers
•This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of The Box
Congratulations on purchasing one of the brightest, best-built wash lights anywhere! Now that you’ve got your COLORStorm™ (or hopefully, COLORStorms!), 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 fixture must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in
the original factory box and packing.
Powering Up!
All fixtures 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 fixtures have a voltage select switch, so please verify that the fixture you receive is suitable for your local power supply. See the label on the fixture or refer to the fixture’s specifications chart for more information. A fixture’s listed current rating is its average current draw under normal conditions. Check the fixture 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 fixture may result if the line voltage applied does not match the voltage indicated on the voltage selector switch. All fixtures must be
connected to circuits with a suitable Ground (Earthing).
Getting A Hold Of Us
If something is wrong, just give us a call or send an email. We’ll be happy to help, honest.
Blizzard Lighting
W220 N1531 Jericho Ct. Suite E, Waukesha, WI 53186 USA support@blizzardlighting.com
www.blizzardlighting.com 866-493-6025
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•Please keep this User Guide for future use. If you sell the unit to someone else, be sure that they also receive this User Guide.
•ALWAYS make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel of the fixture.
•This product is intended for indoor use only.
•To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to rain or moisture.
•Make sure there are no flammable 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 fixture using a safety chain. NEVER carry the fixture by its cord. Use its carrying handles.
•DO NOT operate at ambient temperatures higher than 104°F (40°C).
•In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately.
NEVER try to repair the unit by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center. Always use the same type spare parts.
•NEVER connect the device to a dimmer pack.
•Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
•Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
•Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit may require service, please contact Blizzard Lighting at support@blizzardlighting.com.
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2. MEET THE COLORStorm™ 252
CONTROL FEATURES
•RGB color mixing via 252 high power 10mm Red/Green/Blue LEDs
•Variable electronic strobe
•3 DMX modes for ultimate control flexibility
•Each fixture can display 1, 2, or 3 different colors simultaneously
•Built-in color & chase macros via DMX
•Built-in auto & sound activated programs via master/slave & DMX
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
•Compact and lightweight (it kept its new year’s resolution!)
•Lux: 2,970 @ 1m
•Light source: 252x 10mm .5 watt LEDs. 84 each Red/Green/Blue
DMX Quick Reference
Channel |
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Channel Mode |
3 Channel |
9 Channel |
13 Channel |
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Red |
Red (Segment #1) |
Function/Mode Select |
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Green |
Green (Segment #1) |
Red (Full/Pixel Select) |
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Blue |
Blue (Segment #1) |
Green (Full/Pixel Sel.) |
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Red (Segment #2) |
Blue (Full/Pixel Select) |
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Green (Segment #2) |
Red (Segment #1) |
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Blue (Segment #2) |
Green (Segment #1) |
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Red (Segment #3) |
Blue (Segment #1) |
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Green (Segment #3) |
Red (Segment #2) |
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Blue (Segment #3) |
Green (Segment #2) |
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Blue (Segment #2) |
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Red (Segment #3) |
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Green (Segment #3) |
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13 |
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Blue (Segment #3) |
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