Blizzard Lighting Micro SwitchBlade User Manual

MICRO

Blizzard Lighting, LLC

www.blizzardlighting.com

Waukesha, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2014

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SwitchBlade™ Micro Moving Head Fixture 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 SwitchBlade™ Micro 5

Main Features 5
Control 5
DMX Quick Reference 5
The SwitchBlade™ Micro Pin-up Picture 6

3. Setup 7

Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch Of SwitchBlade™ Micro 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
Lighting Stand Mounting 9

4. Operating Adjustments 10

Navigating The Control Panel 10
Control Panel Menu Structure 11
DMX Mode 12
Set The DMX Starting Address 12
Select the DMX Channel Mode 12
Auto, Stand-Alone, & Built-in Program Modes 12
Auto Mode 12
Sound Active Mode 12
Manual Adjustments 12
Reverse Pan 12
Reverse Tilt 12
Reverse (Flip) the Menu Display 12
Restore Default Settings 13
Pan/Tilt Motor Reset 13
DMX Channel Values In-Depth 13
Troubleshooting 13

5. Appendix 15

A Quick DMX Lesson 15
Keeping Your SwitchBlade™ Micro As Good As New 16
Returns (Gasp!) 16
Shipping Issues 16
Tech Specs 17
Luminous Intensity 18
Dimensional Drawings 18

SwitchBlade™ Micro User Manual Rev. A (c) Copyright 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC

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1. GETTING STARTED

What’s In The Box?

• 1 x SwitchBlade™ Micro Moving Head Fixture

• 1 x Mounting Bracket

• An Ever-So-Handy Power Cord

• This Lovely User Manual

Getting It Out Of The Box

Congratulations! You have just purchased one totally tiny, totally cool quad-color mini

moving head xture that is sure to make a giant impression anywhere it goes! So now

that you’re the proud owner of a SwitchBlade™ Micro (or hopefully, MICROS!), 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 53118 USA
www.blizzardlighting.com
414-395-8365
Email: [e-mail]

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 5/30/2014 J. Thomas 5/30/2014

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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
[e-mail].

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2. MEET THE SWITCHBLADE™ MICRO

MAIN FEATURES:

• Mini moving head tted with 1x CREE® 15w R/G/B/W 4-in-1 LED

• Blazing fast 540° pan and 270° tilt

• User selectable 11 or 13 DMX channels

• Full RGBW color in standalone & DMX mode

• Sharp 8 degree beam angle

• Outstanding quad beam effects

• Built-in sound active programs

• Built-in automated programs via master/slave

• Built-in sound activated programs via master/slave

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

• wiCICLE® Enabled functionality allows plug-and-play operation with
our wiCICLE® Brand Wireless DMX system

CONTROL:

• USITT DMX-512 (11/13 Channels)

• 3-pin Input/Output

• 4-button menu with LED display

DMX Quick Reference (11/13-Channel Modes)

Channel 11-Channel Mode 13-Channel Mode

1 Pan (0-540°) Pan (0-540°)

2 Tilt (0-270°) Tilt (0-270°)

3 Fine Pan (fast <--> slow) Fine Pan (fast <--> slow)

4 Fine Tilt (fast <--> slow) Fine Tilt (fast <--> slow)

5 Pan/Tilt Speed (slow <--> fast) Pan/Tilt Speed (slow <--> fast)

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

7 Strobe (slow <--> fast) Strobe (slow <--> fast)

8 Red Intensity (0% <--> 100%) Red Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

9 Green Intensity (0% <--> 100%) Green Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

10 Blue Intensity (0% <--> 100%) Blue Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

11 White Intensity (0% <--> 100%) White Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

12 --- Built-in Programs, Sound Active

13 --- Motor Reset (150-200)

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Figure 1: The SwitchBlade™ Micro Pin-Up Picture

Head / Arms

Heavy-Duty Cast
Aluminum Enclosure

Figure 2: The Rear Connections

High Power 4-in-1

RGBW LED

4-Button LED
Control Panel

Cooling

Vents

On/Off
Switch

DMX In

AC

Power In

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DMX Out