Blizzard Lighting KLIMATEKONTROL DMX Controller User Manual
COPYRIGHT 2012
BLIZZARD LIGHTING, LLC
WISCONSIN, USA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GETTING STARTED 3
1.1 What’s In The Box? 3
1.2 Getting It Out Of The Box 3
1.3 Powering Up! 3
1.4 Getting A Hold Of Us 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4
1.5 Instructions on Our Instructions 4
2. INTRODUCTION 5
2.1 Features 5
2.2 General Overview 5
2.3 Nifty, Spiffy Diagram (front) 5
2.4 Nifty, Spiffy Diagram (back) 6
2.5 Common Terms 7
3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8
3.1 Setup 8
3.1.1 Setting Up The System 8
3.1.2 Fixture Addressing 8
3.1.3 The LED Display Screen 8
3.1.4 Resetting The System 9
3.2 Programming 9
3.2.1 Entering Programming Mode 9
3.3 Color/Scene Preset Programming Mode 9
3.3.1 Creating A New Color/Scene Preset 9
3.3.2 Color/Scene Preset Delete Mode 9
3.4 Chase Programming 10
3.4.1 Creating A New Chase 10
3.4.2 Inserting a Chase Step 10
3.4.3 Deleting a Chase Step 10
3.5 Playback 11
3.5.1 Manual Control Mode 11
3.5.2 Color/Scene Preset Mode 11
3.5.3 Chase Playback Mode 11
3.5.3.1 Auto Mode 12
3.5.3.2 Music Mode 12
3.5.3.2 Manual Mode 12
3.5.4 Playback Override 12
3.5.5 Strobe 13
3.5.6 Blackout 13
4. APPENDIX 14
4.1 A Quick Lesson On DMX 14
4.2 Keeping Your KLIMATEKONTROL As Good As New 15
4.3 Returns (Gasp!) & Shipping Issues 15
4.5 TECH SPECS! 15
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ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
1. GETTING STARTED
1.1 What’s In The Box?
• 1x KLIMATEKONTROL™ DMX Controller
• 1x 9VDC, 300ma AC/DC Adaptor
• A Warranty Card & Warranty Info
• This Lovely User Manual
1.2 Getting It Out Of The Box
We could tell just by lookin’ atcha. You’re a bit of a control freak, aren’t
ya? Just kidding! CONGRATULATIONS! You’ve purchased a GREAT little
DMX controller! Bravo! Now that you’ve got your KLIMATEKONTROL™,
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 fi xture must be returned to the factory, it is impor-
tant that the fi xture be returned in the original factory box and packing.
1.3 Powering Up!
All fi xtures must be powered directly off a switched circuit and can-
not 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 fi xtures have a voltage select switch, so please
verify that the fi xture you receive is suitable for your local power supply.
See the label on the fi xture or refer to the fi xture’s specifi cations chart for
more information. A fi xture’s listed current rating is its average current
draw under normal conditions. Check the fi 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 fi xture may result if the
line voltage applied does not match the voltage indicated on the
voltage selector switch. All fi xtures must be connected to circuits
with a suitable Ground (Earthing).
1.4 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 | Phone: 866-493-6025
www.blizzardlighting.com
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ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
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IMPORTANT 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 fi xture.
• This product is intended for indoor use only.
• To prevent risk of fi re or shock, do not expose fi xture to rain or moisture.
• Make sure there are no fl ammable materials close to the unit while operat-
ing.
• 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 fi xture using a safety chain. NEVER carry the fi 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 contact Blizzard Lighting at support@blizzardlighting.com.
1.5 Instructions on Our Instructions
We try to make these manuals easy to read and as fun as reading an instruction manual can be. Because there are buttons, switches, sliders and
knobs galore on most of our products, it makes sense to refer to things in
a consistent fashion. So, when you see text formatted in certain ways, it
should say to you “Hey! Look at me! I MEAN something, dammit!”
Special Text What It Means
LED
<MENU> Button <X> to be pressed
MENU --> SHMD A sequence to be followed
000 <-> 255 A range of values
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Text displayed on the fi xture’s LED control panel
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2. INTRODUCTION
2.1 Features
• DMX512/1990 Standard
• Controls 8 fi xtures of up to 4 channels, totally 32 channels
• 4 preset scene/color banks, 8 scenes/colors per bank, total of 32
possible presets
• Record up to 8 chases with up to 32 scenes per chase
• 4 sliders for direct control of channels
• Built-in microphone for music mode
• Auto mode program controlled by fade time sliders
• DMX out: 3-pin XLR
• LED information display
• Blackout function and instant strobe with variable speed fader
2.2 General Overview
The controller is a universal intelligent lighting controller. It allows the
control of 8 fi xtures composed of 4 channels each and up to 256 program-
mable scenes. Eight chase banks can contain up to 32 steps composed of
the saved scenes and in any order. Programs can be triggered by music,
automatically or manually. All chases can be executed at the same time.
On the surface you will fi nd various programming tools such as 4 universal
channel sliders, quick access fi xture and scene buttons, and an LED display
indicator for easier navigation of controls and menu functions.
2.3 Nifty, Spiffy Diagram (front)
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