Blizzard Lighting the puck pro zoom User Manual

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Blizzard Lighting, LLC

www.blizzardlighting.com

Waukesha, WI USA

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Puck Pro Zoom™ 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 Puck Pro Zoom™ LED 5

Main Features 5 Optical Specs 5 Luminous Intensity Chart 5 The Puck Pro Zoom™ Pin-up Picture 6

3. Setup 7

Fuse Replacement 7 Connecting A Bunch Of Puck Pro Zoom™ 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 Puck Pro Zoom™ 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 Puck Pro Zoom™ Professional LED PAR Fixture

• A totally rockin’ DMX Cable

• This Lovely User Manual

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 Puck Pro Zoom™ (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 W220 N1531 Jericho Ct. Ste E Waukesha, WI 53186 USA www.blizzardlighting.com 414-395-8365 Email: support@blizzardlighting.com

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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 PUCK PRO ZOOM™ 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

• Rugged extruded aluminum housing

OPTICAL:

• Motorized beam zooming 25°-45°

• Light Source: 14* 10-watt Quad-color LEDs, 100,000 hours

Luminous Intensity:

1m Narrow 1m Wide 2m Narrow 2m Wide

ALL 8600 Lux 3700 Lux 2900 Lux 1040 Lux

Red 2130 Lux 900 Lux 720 Lux 265 Lux

Green 2120 Lux 910 Lux 720 Lux 235 Lux

Blue 2200 Lux 1090 Lux 900 Lux 317 Lux

White 2200 Lux 1010 Lux 790 Lux 282 Lux

CONTROL:

• USITT DMX-512 (5/6/7/8/13 Channels)

• 3-pin Input/Output

• LED 4-button control panel

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Figure 1: Puck Pro Zoom™ Pin-Up Picture

Locking Knobs

Figure 2: The Rear Connections

LED Control

Panel Display

Dual Mounting Brackets

DMX Out

Control Panel

Buttons

Powercon

Out

DMX In

Carrying

Handle/

Safety Point

Anodized Extruded

Aluminum Enclosure

High Power Quad-

Color LEDs

w/Zoomable Optics

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3. SETUP

Fuse Replacement

CAUTION! The Puck Pro Zoom™ 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 Puck Pro Zoom™ fuse require replacement, please contact Blizzard Lighting for instructions, or to return your unit for service.

Connecting A Bunch of Puck Pro Zoom™ 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 RS485 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 Puck Pro Zoom™ 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 (RGBW) AR2.d Architectural 2 w/Dimming (RGBW) AR2.S Architectural 2 w/Strobe (RGBW) 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 RGBW settings

CAL2 000 - 255 RGBW-based white balance

KEY ON - OFF Menu key protection setting

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> button and use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select the correct address. Hit

<MENU> to return to the previous menu option.

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

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

9 000 <--> 255 Master speed control

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 12 000 <--> 255 Zoom 13 000 <--> 255 Zoom speed (0 slowest, 255 fastest)

Color Selection Table (Stage Mode, Channel 6)

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, 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 Zoom

5 000 <--> 255 Zoom speed (0 slowest, 255 fastest)

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

6 000 <--> 255 Zoom speed (0 slowest, 255 fastest)

4.) ARC.2 - Architectural Mode 2 (RGBW 6-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 White Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

5 000 <--> 255 Zoom

6 000 <--> 255 Zoom speed (0 slowest, 255 fastest)

5.) AR2.d - Architectural Mode #2 w/dimming (RGB, 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 White Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

6 000 <--> 255 Zoom

7 000 <--> 255 Zoom speed (0 slowest, 255 fastest)

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6.) AR2.S - Architectural Mode #2 w/strobe (RGB, 8-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 White Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

6 000 <--> 255 Strobe speed (0 slowest, 255 fastest)

7 000 <--> 255 Zoom

8 000 <--> 255 Zoom speed (0 slowest, 255 fastest)

7.) HSV - Hue, Saturation, Value + Zoom Mode (5-Ch.)

Channel Value What It Does

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

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

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

4 000 <--> 255 Zoom

5 000 <--> 255 Zoom speed (0 slowest, 255 fastest)

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 SET menu. Control settings are found in

STAG

mode, channel 11.

(see stage mode table on page 12)

• 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%)  W000-W255 - White Intensity (0% <--> 100%)  ST00-ST20 - Strobe Speed (Slow <--> Fast)  T000-T255 - Scene Time (0% <--> 100%)  F000-F255 - Fade Time (0% <--> 100%)  M000-M255 - Zoom Position (Wide <--> Narrow)

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 Puck Pro Zoom™ 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 16bit 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

3200K

WT05

5600K

WT09

8000K

WT02

3400K

WT06

5900K

WT10

8500K

WT03

4200K

WT07

6500K

WT11

10000K

WT04

4900K

WT08

7200K

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%).

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ON.This 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.

STAT

Static Color Display

Allows you to display a static custom color using RGBW color 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%).

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Chase Speed Too Fast/Slow

Check to ensure proper setup of speed adjustment.

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

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

applicable. Also check that speed channels are set appropriately.

Fixture Not Responding / Responding Erraticly

Make sure all connectors are seated properly and securely. Use Only DMX Cables. Install a Terminator. Check all cables for defects. Reset xture(s).

Fixture Moving On Its Own

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 Puck Pro Zoom™ 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 11.5 inches (290.95 mm)

Width 11.25 inches (284.63 mm)

Weight 5.8 pounds (2.63 kg)

Power

Operating Voltage 90-240VAC, 50-60 Hertz

Power Factor 0.65

Power Consumption 85W

Current 1.1A (.1A inrush)

Light Source

LED 14* 10-watt Quad-Color LEDs, 100,000 hours

Optical

Beam Angle 25°-45°

Luminous Intensity 8,600 LUX @ 1m, 2,900 LUX @ 2m

Thermal

Max. Operating Temp. 104 degrees F (40 degrees C) ambient

Control

Protocol USITT DMX-512

DMX Channels 5/6/7/8/13 Channels

Input 3-pin XLR Male

Output 3-pin XLR Female

Other Operating Modes Standalone, Master/Slave, Color Preset

Coolness Factor

Leventy Billion Percent

Warranty

2-year limited warranty, does not cover malfunction caused 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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