Blizzard Lighting, LLC
www.blizzardlighting.com
Waukesha, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2016
Prole
NZ / WZ
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Oberon™ Prole 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 Oberon™ Prole 5
Features 5
DMX Values In-Depth 5
The Oberon™ Prole Pin-up Picture 6
3. Setup 7
Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch Of Oberon™ Prole 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
Connection With Mains 9
Mounting/Rigging 9
Gobo Holder 9
Color Gel Frame 9
4. Operating Adjustments 10
The Control Panel 10
Control Panel Menu Structure 11
DMX Mode 11
Setting the DMX Address 11
Select the DMX Channel Mode 11
Master/Slave Setting 11
Perform Function (Demo) 11
Manual Dimmer 11
Zoom and Focus 11
5. Appendix 12
A Quick Lesson On DMX 12
Troubleshooting 12
Keeping Your Oberon™ Prole As Good As New 13
Returns (Gasp!) 13
Shipping Issues 13
Tech Specs 14
Dimensional Drawings 14
Photometric Data 15
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1. GETTING STARTED
What’s In The Box?
• 1 x Oberon™ Prole NZ or WZ
• 1 x Color Gel Frame
• 1 x Gobo Holder
• 1 x Ever-So-Handy Power Cord
• 1 x Really Classy DMX Cable
• This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of The Box
Félicitations mon ami! You’ve got yourself one fantastic professional ellipsoidal LED
lumière. Now that you’ve got your Oberon™ Prole (or hopefully, Proles!), 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’s
important that it be returned in the original factory box and packing.
Powering Up!
All xtures must be powered directly o a switched circuit and cannot be run o 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 specications 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 open a support ticket on our website at www.
blizzardlighting.com/support. We’ll be happy to help, honest.
Disclaimer: The information and specications 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 6/9/2016 J. Thomas 9/14/2016
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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 OBERON™ PROFILE
MAIN FEATURES
• 1x 200W tungsten color COB LED, 50,000 hours
• Color temperature: 3200K, CRI: 95
• (4) blade manual framing shutters
• 1-20 fps strobe eects
• Smooth 0–100% linear dimmer
• 15-28º zoom (Prole NZ), or 20-45º zoom (Prole WZ)
• Low power consumption
• Standalone, master/slave mode
• 3/5-pin DMX input/output
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
• USITT DMX-512 (1/2-channels)
• 4-button LCD control panel menu
• PowerCon™ compatible in/out power connectors
• Available in black or white housing
DMX Values In-Depth (1CH/2CH Modes)
1CH 2CH Value What It Does
1 1 000 <--> 255 Dimmer Intensity
-- 2
000 <--> 025
026 <--> 225
226 <--> 255
Strobe
Shutter Open
Strobe Eect (slow <--> fast)
Shutter Open
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Figure 1: The Oberon™ Prole Pin-Up Picture
Figure 2: The Rear Connections
3-Pin
DMX In
3-Pin
DMX Out
5-Pin
DMX In
5-Pin
DMX Out
Power
Output
Power
Input
Fuse
Holder
Power
Switch
ON
OFF
POWER
INPUT
POWER
OUTPUT
DMX512
ON/OFF
OUT
IN
DMX512
FUSE
ESC ENTER DOWN UP
OUT
IN
F
Power Supply: AC100-240V, 50/60HZ
Power Consumption: 200W, 1.08A, PF: .63
WARNINGS:
Never look directly into light source.
A good ground connection is essential.
Maximum ambient temperature Ta=45 °C.
Max exterior surface temperature Tb=80 °C.
0.5mF0.5m
Gel Frame
Holder
Mounting
Bracket
Zoom
Knob
Focus
Knob
Locking
Handle
200W
COB
LED Light
Source
Framing
Shutter
Framing
Shutter
Gobo
Holder
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3. SETUP
Fuse Replacement
Remove the fuse holder from of its housing. Then take out the damaged
fuse from its holder and replace with exact same type of fuse. Reattach the
fuse holder, and then reconnect power.
Connecting A Bunch of Oberon™ Prole 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 specications for EIA RS-485 ap-
plications. 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 connec-
tor 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, use the 5-pin DMX input and/or output connections found on the back of your xture(s).
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).
Step 3: Connect other xtures in the chain from output to input as shown
below. Place a DMX terminator on the output of the nal xture to ensure best
communication.
DMX OUT
DMX IN
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Connection With Mains
Step 1: Connect the xture(s) to the mains with the supplied power cord.
The connection must be
connected to ground (earth).
Step 2: You can use
PowerCon™ compatible
interconnect power cables
to safely power link up to 5
Oberon™ Prole xtures at
100-120V.
Mounting & Rigging
This xture may be mounted in any SAFE position provided there is enough
room for ventilation.
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.
A safety cable MUST ALWAYS be used.
Gobo Holder
Take out the gobo frame, loosen the screws, insert the gobo and re-tighten the
screws. When complete, insert the gobo frame into the slot.
Color Gel Frame
Loosen the screws, insert a color gel sheet, and re-tighten the screws. When
complete, insert the gel frame into the slot.
AC100-240V, 50/60HZ
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4. OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS
The Control Panel
All the goodies and dierent modes possible with the Oberon™ Prole are accessed by using the control panel on the rear of the xture. There are 4 control
buttons below the LCD display which allow you to navigate through the various
control panel menus.
<ESC>
Is used to navigate to the previous higher-level menu item.
<ENTER>
Is used to select and conrm/store the current selection.
<DOWN>
Scrolls through menu items and numbers in descending order.
<UP>
Scrolls through menu items and numbers in ascending order.
The control panel LCD 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 <ESC> button.
ESC ENTER DOWN UP
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Control Panel Menu Structure
Address
001
Code Add
001-511
To choose a DMX address from 001-511
Master
Function
Master
O/On
Set as master xture
Perform
Function
Perform
000-002
Demo modes: 000=O, 001=On, 002=Strobe
Channel
Mode
Channel
1ch/2ch
Choose 1 or 2-channel DMX mode
ManDim
000
Man_Data
000-255
Dimmer intensity (0% <--> 100%)
Versions Versions
ver 1.0
Software version
DMX Mode
Allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller.
Setting the DMX Address:
1.) Navigate the main menu to reach Address and press <ENTER>. Then use the
<UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight an address ranging from 001-511, and press the
<ENTER> button to conrm your choice.
Select the DMX Channel Mode:
1.) Navigate the main menu to reach Channel Mode and press <ENTER>. Then use
the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight either 1ch or 2ch, and press the <ENTER>
button to conrm your choice.
Master/Slave Setting:
1.) Navigate the main menu to highlight Master Function, and press the <ENTER>
button. Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight either Master On or Master
OFF, and press the <ENTER> button to conrm your choice.
Perform Function (Demo)
Allows users to set the xture perform beam and strobe demos.
1.) Navigate the main menu to reach Perform Function and press <ENTER>. Then use
the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight either 000 (o), 001 (on), or 002 (strobe), and
press the <ENTER> button to conrm your choice.
Manual Dimmer
Using the manual dimmer found in the LCD menu in standalone mode:
*NOTE: This xture features DMX512 dimming priority. When the unit is
receiving a DMX signal, the manual dimmer settings in the LCD menu are
invalid. Manual dimming via the control panel can only be used when not
receiving a DMX signal.
1.) To use the manual dimmer while not using DMX control, navigate the main menu to
reach ManDim and press <ENTER>. Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight a
value ranging from 000-255 (0% <--> 100%), and press the <ENTER> button.
Zoom and Focus
1.) This xture has the ability to manually zoom in/out and focus. When the lamp is
on, loosen the zoom and focus knobs. Adjust the zoom level by sliding the zoom knob
to your desired zoom level, then slide the focus knob to adjust the focus. Tighten both
knobs down to secure your adjustments in place.
2.) When your projection distance changes, you can follow the same steps as above to
resize and focus the beam again.
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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 classication.
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 o 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 dened standard.
DMX is connected using a daisy-chain conguration 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
Fixture Auto-Shut OCheck the fan in the xture. If it is stopped or moving slower than
normal, the unit may have shut itself o due to high heat. This is to
protect the xture from overheating. Clear the fan of obstructions,
or return the unit for service.
No Light Output Check to ensure xture is operating under correct mode.
No Power Check fuse, AC cord and circuit for malfunction.
Blown Fuse Check AC cord and circuit for damage, verify that moving parts are
not restricted and that unit’s ventilation is not obstructed
Fixture Not
Responding /
Responding Er-
ratically
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 Oberon™ Prole 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 com-
plex 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 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.
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, aliated 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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Tech Specs!
Weight & Dimensions
Dimensions Prole NZ: 29.7 x 9.4 x 9.4 in (754 x 237 x 237 mm)
Prole WZ: 25.8 x 9.4 x 9.4 in (654 x 237 x 237 mm)
Weight Prole NZ: 22.5lbs (10.2kg), Prole WZ: 20.3lbs (9.2 kg)
Power
Operating Voltage 100-240VAC, 50-60 Hertz
Power Consumption 234W, 2.2A, PF: .98
Light Source
LED 1x 200W 3200K COB LED, 50,000 hours
Optical
Beam Angle 15-28 degree zoom (Prole NZ), 20-45 degree zoom (Prole WZ)
Luminous Flux 17,000lm/18,000lm, CRI: 95Ra
Gobo Size 85mm, image size 60mm
Thermal
Max. Operating Temp. 104 degrees F (40 degrees C) ambient
Control
Protocol USITT DMX-512
DMX Channels 1 or 2-channel
Input/Output 3/5-pin XLR
Operating Modes Standalone, Master/Slave Mode
Other Information
Another day, another six pointless words.
Warranty 2-year limited warranty, does not cover malfunction caused by LED damage.
Dimensional Drawings
Prole WZ
25.8” (654mm)
23.9” (607mm)
27.9” (707mm)
29.7” (754mm)
9.4” (237mm)
9.4” (412mm)
9.4” (237mm)
9.4” (412mm)
Prole NZ
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PROFILE NZ: 15° PROFILE WZ: 20°
PROFILE WZ: 45°
PROFILE NZ: 28°
Photometric Data
Oberon™ Prole NZ:
Oberon™ Prole WZ:
Enjoy your product!
Our sincerest thanks for your purchase!
--The team @ Blizzard Lighting
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