Blizzard Lighting Fab5 ToughPAR User Manual

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SUITABLE FOR OUTDOOR USE

Blizzard Lighting, LLC

www.blizzardlighting.com

Waukesha, WI USA

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ToughPAR™ Fab5 1

1. Getting Started 3

What’s In The Box? 3 Getting It Out Of The Box 3 Optional Accessories 3 Powering Up! 3 Getting A Hold Of Us 3 Safety Instructions (Don’t Stick Your Hand In The Toaster!) 4

2. Meet The ToughPAR™ Fab5 LED 5

Main Features 5 Optical Specs 5 Luminous Intensity Chart 5 The ToughPAR™ Fab5 Pin-up Picture 6

3. Setup 7

Fuse Replacement 7 Connecting A Bunch Of ToughPAR™ Fab5 PAR Cans 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 DMX Mode 12 DMX Personalities 12 ID Address Selection 14 Temperature Control Functions 14 Edit Programs & Scenes 15 Advanced Setup Functions 15 Color Temperature-Based White Balance 16 Menu Key Protection 17 Static Color Display 17 Automatic Programs 17 Run Mode 17 Troubleshooting 18

5. Appendix 19

A Quick DMX Lesson 19 Keeping Your ToughPAR™ Fab5 As Good As New 20 Returns (Gasp!) 20 Shipping Issues 20 Tech Specs 21

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1. GETTING STARTED

What’s In The Box?

• 1 x ToughPAR™ Fab5 Professional LED PAR Fixture

• 1 x IP Rated AC power cord with cable cap

• 1 x Set of IP Rated DMX in/out cables

• This Lovely User Manual

Optional Accessories (sold separately)

The following accessories are available for this xture. But the lone wolves that they are, they must be

purchased separately. Contact your authorized Blizzard Lighting dealer for pricing!

• DMX-EXT: 3-Meter IP-Rated DMX Extension Cable

• PWR-EXT: 3-Meter IP-Rated Power Extension Cable

• CABLE_TS252 Power_TSIN: 1.0 to 1.5 pitch power adaptor cable, female. Fits power IN.

• CABLE_TS252 Power_TSOUT: 1.0 to 1.5 pitch power adaptor cable, male. Fits power OUT.

Getting It Out Of The Box

Congratulations on purchasing one of the coolest professional LED Par xtures anywhere! Now that you’re

the proud owner of a ToughPAR™ Fab5 (or hopefully, MORE!), 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, just give us a call or send an email. 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 Email: support@blizzardlighting.com

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 9/27/2012 J. Thomas 3/12/2013

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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 contact Blizzard Lighting at

support@blizzardlighting.com.

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2. MEET THE TOUGHPAR™ FAB5 FLAT LED PAR

MAIN FEATURES:

• User selectable DMX personality modes

• Fixture ID address assignment and operation

• Built-in automated programs via master/slave

• User dened programs/scenes and upload feature

• Fixture temperature display and protection settings

• Preset or user adjustable white balance settings

• Menu key protection settings

• Easy to use LED digital control panel

• 3-pin male input and 3-pin female output

• Dual mounting yoke allows exibility in positioning

• Tough-As-Nails IP65-rated enclosure

• Totally silent convection cooling

• IP Rated AC power cord with cable cap

• IP Rated DMX in/out cables

OPTICAL:

• Beam Angle: 25°, Field Angle: 29°

• Light Source: 7* 15-watt, 5-in-1 RGBWA Quint-Color LEDs

• Flicker-free constant-current LED driver

CONTROL:

• USITT DMX-512 (3/4/5/6/7/ 12-Channels)

• 3-pin Input/Output

• LED 4-button control panel

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Figure 1: TOUGHPAR™ FAB5 Pin-Up Picture

15-watt RGBAW

5-in-1 LEDs

Tempered

Glass Lens

Cover

Figure 2: The Rear Connections

Mounting Yoke

and Adjustment/

Locking Knobs

IP65-Rated

Cast Aluminum

Enclosure

LED Control Panel

DMX In

DMX Out

Power

Linking

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3. SETUP

Fuse Replacement

CAUTION! The ToughPAR™ Fab5 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 ToughPAR™ Fab5 fuse require replacement,

please contact Blizzard Lighting for instructions, or to return your unit for service.

Connecting A Bunch of ToughPAR™ Fab5 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 datagrade 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 ToughPAR™ Fab5

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 immediately the rst available option for the selected

menu function. To select a menu item, press <ENTER>.

Press the <MENU> button repeatedly until you reach the desired menu function. 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

DMX 1 - 512 To choose the DMX address

PERS STAG Stage Mode (Gives full control over all functions)

ARC.1 Architectural 1 (RGB) AR1.d Architectural 1 w/Dimming (RGB) ARC.2 Architectural 2 (RGBAW) AR2.d Architectural 2 w/Dimming (RGBAW) AR2.S Architectural 2 w/Strobe (RGBAW) HSV Hue, Saturation, Value Control

Id Id.01 - Id.66 Fixture ID (Stage mode)

TEMP CURR Display current xture temperature

TOP Sets max temperature before cutoff

EDIT PR01 - PR10 Edit a program (Each program holds up to 30 scenes)

SC01 - SC30 Edit a scene

SET UPLd Upload/transfer program function

REST Factory reset ID Enable/disable ID address operation RGBW Enable/disable RGBW color correction POW Power level settings, normal or high dIM 8-bit dimming, 1 thru 4 = 16-bit dimming

CAL1 WT01 - WT11 Color temperature presets

000 - 255 Individual RGBAW settings

CAL2 000 - 255 RGBW-based white balance

KEY ON - OFF Menu key protection setting

STAT 000 - 255 RGBAW static color settings

AUTO AT.01-AT.10 Factory program playback

PR.01-PR.10 User program playback

RUN DMX Sets the xture to master/DMX mode

SLAV Sets the xture as slave

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DMX

Allows the unit to be controlled by a universal DMX controller. To select a different DMX address, hit the

<ENTER>

<MENU> to return to the previous menu option.

button and use the

buttons to select the correct address. Hit

PERS

This section allows you to select from the xture’s 7 DMX personalities which govern operation &

channel structure in DMX mode.

1.)

STAG

- Stage Mode (12-Ch.)

Channel Value What It Does

1 000 <--> 255 Master dimmer (0% <--> 100%) 2 000 <--> 255 Red Intensity (0% <--> 100%) 3 000 <--> 255 Green Intensity (0% <--> 100%) 4 000 <--> 255 Blue Intensity (0% <--> 100%) 5 000 <--> 255 Amber Intensity (0% <--> 100%) 6 000 <--> 255 White Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

10 000 <--> 255 Master speed control

000 <--> 005 No Function 006 <--> 020 High power (when in normal mode) 021 <--> 030 No Function 031 <--> 255 Color change (See Color Selection Table Below) 000 <--> 010 No Function 011 <--> 255 Strobe speed (fastest 255) 000 <--> 020 No Function 021 <--> 120 Built-in programs (1 per each 10 increments) 121 <--> 220 User programs (1 per each 10 increments) 221 <--> 255 No Function

000 <--> 009 Dimming speed 010 <--> 049 No Function 050 <--> 099 Speed 1 (fastest) 100 <--> 149 Speed 2 150 <--> 199 Speed 3 200 <--> 255 Speed 4 (slowest) 000 <--> 009 No Function 010 <--> 209 1 ID per each 10, ex. 010 <--> 019 = ID1 210 <--> 255 1 ID per each 1, ex. 210 = ID21, 211=ID22

Color Selection Table (Stage Mode, Channel 7)

CH Value Function

031<-->050 R 100% / G Increment / B 0% / W 0% 051<-->070 R decreasing / G 100% / B 0% / W 0% 071<-->090 R 0% / G 100% / B increment/ W 0% 091<-->110 R 0% / G decreasing / B 100% / W 0% 111<-->130 R increment / G 0% / B 100% / W 0% 131<-->150 R 100% / G 0% / B decreasing / W 0% 151<-->170 R 100% / G increment / B increment / W 0% 171<-->190 R decreasing / G decreasing / B 100% / W 0% 191<-->200 R 100% / G 100% / B 100% / W 100%

201<-->255

Color temperature (also adjustable through the [CAL1] menu):

201~205: 3200K 206~210: 3400K 211~215: 4200K 216~220: 4900K 221~225: 5600K 226~230: 5900K 231~235: 6500K 236~240: 7200K 241~245: 8000K 246~250: 8500K 251~255: 10000K

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2.) ARC.1 - Architectural Mode 1 (RGB, 3-Ch.)

Channel Value What It Does

1 000 <--> 255 Red Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

2 000 <--> 255 Green Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

3 000 <--> 255 Blue Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

3.) AR1.d - Architectural Mode #1 w/dimming (RGB, 4-Ch.)

Channel Value What It Does

1 000 <--> 255 Master Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)

2 000 <--> 255 Red Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

3 000 <--> 255 Green Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

4 000 <--> 255 Blue Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

4.) ARC.2 - Architectural Mode 2 (RGBAW 5-Ch.)

Channel Value What It Does

1 000 <--> 255 Red Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

2 000 <--> 255 Green Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

3 000 <--> 255 Blue Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

4 000 <--> 255 Amber Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

5 000 <--> 255 White Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

5.) AR2.d - Architectural Mode #2 w/dimming (RGBAW, 6-Ch.)

Channel Value What It Does

1 000 <--> 255 Master Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)

2 000 <--> 255 Red Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

3 000 <--> 255 Green Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

4 000 <--> 255 Blue Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

5 000 <--> 255 Amber Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

6 000 <--> 255 White Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

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6.) AR2.S - Architectural Mode #2 w/strobe (RGBAW, 7-Ch.)

Channel Value What It Does

1 000 <--> 255 Master Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)

2 000 <--> 255 Red Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

3 000 <--> 255 Green Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

4 000 <--> 255 Blue Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

5 000 <--> 255 Amber Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

6 000 <--> 255 White Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

7 000 <--> 255 Strobe

7.) HSV - Hue, Saturation, Value (3-Ch.)

Channel Value What It Does

1 000 <--> 255 Hue (0% <--> 100%)

2 000 <--> 255 Saturation (0% <--> 100%)

3 000 <--> 255 Brightness (0% <--> 100%)

ID Address Selection

ID Address mode allows you to utilize up to 2,574 xtures on only 1 DMX universe while maintaining full individual control over each xture. You can

enable or disable ID address operation within the are found in

STAG

mode, channel 11.

(see stage mode table on page 12)

SET menu. Control settings

• Id.01 - Id.66 - Sets the ID# for the xture.

TEMP

Temperature Functions

Allows the user to set a temperature protection cutoff (default is 85 degrees Celsius), and displays the current xture temperature.

• CURR - Displays current temperature. • TOP - Sets the max temperature before shutoff (0-150, 85=default).

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EdIT

Edit Scenes & Programs

Create/edit up to 10 programs of up to 30 scenes for playback in standalone mode, (from the “Auto” menu).

• PR01-PR10 - Program numbers 1-10

• SC01-SC30 - Scene numbers 1-30

To edit these programs and scenes:

 R000-R255 - Red Intensity (0% <--> 100%)  G000-G255 - Green Intensity (0% <--> 100%)  B000-B255 - Blue Intensity (0% <--> 100%)  Y000-Y255 - Amber Intensity (0% <--> 100%)  W000-W255 - White Intensity (0% <--> 100%)  ST00-ST20 - Strobe Speed (Slow <--> Fast)  T000-T255 - Scene Time (0% <--> 100%)  F000-F255 - Fade Time (0% <--> 100%)

SET

Advanced Setup Functions

The following options sets the xture’s advanced functions:

• UPLd

This allows you to upload you own user-created custom programs to other

ToughPAR™ Fab5 xtures. You must set any xtures which will receive the new programming to SLAVE mode, then on the master unit, enter the lock password (UP/DOWN/UP/DOWN/ENTER), then press enter to conrm. The xtures will display yellow while uploading is in progress, and will turn

green once uploading is complete.

• REST

Factory reset. Use this to reset the Puck Pro Zoom xture back to its

original factory installed settings.

• Id

Enables/disables ID address operation.

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• RGBW

Enables/disables RGBW color correction.

• POW

Sets the xture in “Normal” (Low Power, 33% output) or “High” power

mode.

• DIM

Sets the 16-bit dimming curve (OFF=8-bit (standard) dimming, 1-4 are 16-

bit dimming proles, fastest to slowest).

CAL1

Color Temperature-Based White Values

This menu option allows the user to set the xture’s white output to one of 11 preset or user adjustable color temperatures.

Setting Color Temp Setting Color Temp Setting Color Temp

WT01

WT02

WT03

WT04

To adjust the RGBW settings of any of these preset color temperatures, hit

<ENTER> and then use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to select the desired R/G/B/W value you want to edit. Hit <ENTER>. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to change the desired value. Then push the <MENU>

button to conrm your choice and return to the previous menu option. Each color has the adjustable values of 000 <--> 255 (0% <--> 100%).

3200K

3400K

4200K

4900K

WT05

WT06

WT07

WT08

5600K

5900K

6500K

7200K

WT09

WT10

WT11

8000K

8500K

10000K

CAL2

RGBW Based Values

This is used to setup a custom white balance using R/G/B/W values. Hit <ENTER> and then use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to select the desired R/G/B/W value you want to edit. Hit <ENTER>. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to change the desired value. Then push the <MENU>

button to conrm your choice and return to the previous menu option. Each color has the adjustable values of 000 <--> 255 (0% <--> 100%).

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KEY

Menu Key Protection

To enable the menu key protection, the menu setting must be set to feature allows you to protect the control panel from unauthorized access using a security key which is: (Up, Down, Up, Down, Enter). To disable, simply set

the value to

OFF.

ON. This

STAT

Static Color Display + Strobe

Allows you to display a static custom color using RGBAW color values.

Hit <ENTER> and then use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to select the desired R/G/B/A/W value you want to edit. Hit <ENTER>. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to change the desired value. Then push the <MENU>

button to conrm your choice and return to the previous menu option. Each color has the adjustable values of 000 <--> 255 (0% <--> 100%). Strobe can

also be applied,

ST.00 <--> ST.20 (slow <--> fast).

AUTO

Automatic Programs (Built-In and Custom)

This feature allows you to select from one of 10 built-in programs, or to select

one of 10 user-dened programs of up to 30 steps.

• AT.01-AT.10 - Built-In Programs

• PR.01-PR.10 - User-Dened Programs

RUN

Run Mode

This is where you set the xture to either DMX/Master or Slave Mode

• DMX - Set the xture as the master

• SLAV - Set the xture as a slave

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Troubleshooting

Symptom Solution

Fixture AutoShut Off

Beam is Dim Check optical system and clean excess dust/grime. Also

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

Chase Speed Too Fast/Slow

No Power Check fuse, AC cord and circuit for malfunction.

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

Slow Movement Verify that 220V/110V switch is in the correct position, if

Fixture Not Responding / Responding Erraticly

Fixture Moving On Its Own

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.

ensure that the 220V/110V switch is in the correct position,

if applicable.

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

Check to ensure proper setup of speed adjustment.

parts are not restricted and that unit’s ventilation is not obstructed

applicable. Also check that speed channels are set appropriately.

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

Reset xture(s).

Verify proper mode of operation. Is the xture in “Auto”

mode?

If your problem isn’t listed, or if problems persist,

please contact support: support@blizzardlighting.com.

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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

classi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.

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.

The greatest strength of the DMX communications protocol is that it is very simple and robust. It involves transmitting a reset condition (indicating the start of a new “packet”), a start code, and up to 512 bytes of data. Data packets are transmitted continuously. As

soon as one packet is nished, another can begin with no delay if desired (usually another

follows within 1 ms). If nothing is changing (i.e. no lamp levels change) the same data will be sent out over and over again. This is a great feature of DMX -- if for some reason the

data is not interpreted the rst time around, it will be re-sent shortly.

Not all 512 channels need to be output per packet, and in fact, it is very uncommon to nd

all 512 used. The fewer channels are used, the higher the “refresh” rate. It is possible to get DMX refreshes at around 1000 times per second if only 24 channels are being transmitted. If all 512 channels are being transmitted, the refresh rate is around 44 times per second.

In summary, since its design and evolution in the 1980’s DMX has become the standard

for lighting control. It is exible, robust, and scalable, and its ability to control everything

from dimmer packs to moving lights to foggers to lasers makes it an indispensible tool for any lighting designer or lighting performer.

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Keeping Your ToughPAR™ Fab5 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 send an email to support@blizzardlighting.com, 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

Length 10 inches (254 mm)

Width 11 inches (278 mm)

Height 7.5 inches (190 mm)

Weight 11 lbs (5 kg)

Power

Operating Voltage 90-240VAC, 50-60 Hertz

Power Factor 0.65

Power Consump

85W

tion

Current 1.1A (.1A inrush)

Light Source

LED 7* 15-watt 5-in-1 LEDs, 100,000 hours

Optical

Beam Angle 25°, Field Angle: 29°

Luminous Intensity

Lux /

Meter

RGBAW Red Green Blue Amber White

1M 12,420 1,850 2,470 2,860 1,580 4,380

2M 3,520 500 660 830 480 1,270

Thermal

Max. Operating

104 degrees F (40 degrees C) ambient

Temp.

Control

Protocol USITT DMX-512

DMX Channels 3/4/5/6/7/ 12-Channels

Input 3-pin XLR Male

Output 3-pin XLR Female

Other Operating Modes Standalone, Master/Slave, Color Preset

Other Information

There’s 5 syllables in the word “monosyllabic”.

2-year limited warranty, does not cover malfunction caused

Warranty

by damage to LED’s.

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Enjoy your product!

Our sincerest thanks for your purchase!

--The team @ Blizzard Lighting

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