Blizzard Lighting ThunderStik User Manual

Thunder/tik

Blizzard Lighting, LLC

www.blizzardlighting.com

Waukesha, WI USA

Copyright (c) 2016

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ThunderStik™ LED Fixture 1

1. Getting Started 3

What’s In The Box? 3
Optional Accessories (sold separately) 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 ThunderStik™ 5

Main Features 5
Additional Features 5
DMX Quick Reference 5
The ThunderStik™ Pin-up Picture 6

3. Setup 7

Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch Of ThunderStik™ 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

4. Operating Adjustments 10

The Control Panel 10
Control Panel Menu Structure 11
DMX Mode 12
Select The Channel Mode 12
Select The DMX Starting Address 12
Slave Mode 12
Auto, Stand-Alone, Sound Active Modes 12
Auto Mode 12
Sound Active Mode 12
Manual Adjustments 12
DMX Channel Values In-Depth 13
Troubleshooting 14

5. Appendix 15

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

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1. GETTING STARTED

What’s In The Box?

• 1 x ThunderStik™ Fixture

• An Ever-So-Handy Power Cord

• A Sweet Safety Cable & 2 Mounting Brackets

• One Really Classy DMX Cable

• This Lovely User Manual

Getting It Out Of The Box

Congratulations on purchasing the mighty ThunderStik™, your new #1 weapon to help win
the war on darkness! Now that you’ve got your ThunderStik™ (or hopefully, Stiks!), 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 happens goes wrong, please visit www.blizzardlighting.com/
support and open a support ticket. We’ll be happy to help, honest.

Blizzard Lighting
N24 W23750 Watertown Rd. Suite B
Waukesha, WI 53188 USA
www.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 3/3/2016 J. Thomas 3/6/2016

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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 de-

cal 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 www.
blizzardlighting.com/support.

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2. MEET THE THUNDERSTIK™ LED FIXTURE

MAIN FEATURES

• 5* 15W high output RGBW Quad-Color OSRAM™ LEDs

• Moving head with fast & quiet 250º tilt via 3-phase motors

• Sharp multicolor moving beam effects

• Narrow 5º beam angle

• Smooth 0–100% linear dimmer

• Built-in color macros via DMX

• Built-in automated programs via master/slave

• Built-in sound active programs

• Removable light diffusion panel

• RGBW color mixing ability in standalone mode

• DMX-512, Auto, Sound Active, & Master-Slave

• PowerCon™ compatible AC power In/Out connectors

CONTROL:

• USITT DMX-512 (12/32 Channels)

• 3/5-pin DMX Input/Output

• 4-button control panel menu with LCD display

DMX Quick Reference (12/32-Channel Modes)

Channel Reduced Mode Channel Standard Mode

1 Dimmer 1 Dimmer

2 Shutter/Strobe 2 Shutter/Strobe

3 Tilt 3 Tilt

4 Tilt Speed 4 Tilt Speed

5 Color Macros 5 Macro Effects

6 Red Intensity 6 Red Intensity

7 Green Intensity 7 Green Intensity

8 Blue Intensity 8 Blue Intensity

9 White Intensity 9 White Intensity

10 Pattern 10 Pattern

11 Scanner Effect 11 Scanner Effect

12 Background Color 12 Background Color

-- -- 13 Red 1 Intensity

-- -- 14 Green 1 Intensity

-- -- 15 Blue 1 Intensity

-- -- 16 White 1 Intensity

-- -- 17-28 R/G/B/W LEDs 2-4

-- -- 29 Red 5 Intensity

-- -- 30 Green 5 Intensity

-- -- 31 Blue 5 Intensity

-- -- 32 White 5 Intensity

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Figure 1: The ThunderStik™ Pin-Up Picture

5* 15W High Output RGBW Quad-

Color OSRAM™ LEDs

LCD Control

Panel Display

4* Control

Panel Menu

Buttons

Figure 2: The Rear Connections

DMX

DMX

Out

In

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Power

Power

Out

In

Fuse

Holder

3. SETUP

Fuse Replacement

With a at head screwdriver, remove the fuse holder out of its hous­ing. Remove the damaged fuse from the holder and replace with exact
same type fuse. Insert the fuse holder back in its place and reconnect
power.

Connecting A Bunch of ThunderStik™ 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 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 x-
ture’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.

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) 3/5-pin connector side of the
DMX cable to the output (female) 3/5-pin connector

of the rst xture.

2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the

rst xture which will have a (female) 3/5-pin con­nector to the input connector of the next xture

consisting of a (male) 3/5-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 com-

plete 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 sta-

bility. Do not mount to surfaces with unknown strength, and ensure

properly “rated” rigging is used when mounting xutres 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 ThunderStik™ are

accessed by using the control panel on the front of the xture. There are 4

control buttons to the right of the LCD 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.

DMX ADDR:

SING

SOUN

AUTO

< Stan Mod >

MENU

UP

DOWN

ENTER

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

immediately the rst available option for the selected menu function.

Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to navigate the main menu options. Press the
<ENTER> button to select any menu function currently displayed, then use

the <UP/DOWN> buttons to scroll through any submenu options. You can the
press <ENTER> to save any changes made, or press the <MENU> button to
exit without saving.

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Control Panel Menu Structure

Address 001-512 Sets the DMX address

Display ShowReve Natu / Rev1 (ips the display menu)

Language Chin / Engh

LightSet 5-100

LightOff Ligh / 1Min / 2Min / 3Min (timer off)

MenuBack Off / 1Min / 2Min / 3Min (timer on)

Flicker On/Off

Special

T Setup

ChanMod

Run Mod

SignCler Clear Signal On/Off

Info Chek <ENTER> System Information

Chanl Ctl Dimmer Channel Control: 0-255

Shutter Channel Control: 0-255

Tilt Channel Control: 0-255

Tilt Speed Channel Control: 0-255

Macro Channel Control: 0-255

Red All Channel Control: 0-255

Green All Channel Control: 0-255

Blue All Channel Control: 0-255

White All Channel Control: 0-255

PatternS Channel Control: 0-255

EffectSC Channel Control: 0-255

BackColo Channel Control: 0-255

AssiTool FactCong Factory Reset

Default Reset

Redress Fine Tilt Adjustment (0-255)

Checksum

ChanVal <ENTER> Display individual channel values (000-255)

Tilt Reve (reverse tilt, on/off)

Opto Chek (optical check, on/off)

Smap 12CH (reduced mode)

Stan 32CH (standard mode)

Auto (auto mode)

Soud (sound active mode)

Slve (slave mode)

To reset, 1st varify: 01...001, 02...002,

03...003, etc. through 10...010

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DMX Mode

Allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller.

Select the Channel Mode

1.) To select the channel mode, navigate the menu to reach Special and press

<ENTER>. Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight ChanMod, and press

<ENTER>. Now use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select either 12CH (reduced

mode), or 32CH (standard mode), and press the <ENTER> button.

Select the Starting DMX Address

1.) To select a starting DMX address, navigate the menu to reach Address and

press <ENTER>. Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight any value

ranging from 001-512. Press the <ENTER> button to conrrm your choice.

Slave Mode

1.) Connect xtures together via DMX.

2.) On xtures you want to be slave xtures, navigate the menu to reach Special

and press <ENTER>, then highlight Run Mod, and press <ENTER>.

3.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight Slve, and press <ENTER>.

4.) The rst xture in the DMX chain is the master xture, and the slave xtures

will follow the master.

Auto, Stand-Alone, Sound Active Modes:

Allows single or M/S units to run factory installed programs at user selectable speeds.

Auto Mode

1.) Navigate the menu to reach Special and press <ENTER>.

2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight Run Mod, and press <ENTER>.

3.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight Auto, and press <ENTER>.

Sound Active Mode

1.) Navigate the menu to reach Special and press <ENTER>.

2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight Run Mod, and press <ENTER>.

3.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight Soud, and press <ENTER>.

Manual Adjustments

1.) Navigate the menu to reach Chanl Ctl and press <ENTER>.

2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight any channel and press <ENTER>.

3.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select a value ranging from 0-255, and

press <ENTER>.

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DMX Values In-Depth (12/32-Channel Modes)

Standard
Mode

1 1 000 <-> 255 Dimmer

2 2

3 3 000 <-> 255 Tilt

4 4 000 <-> 255 Tilt Speed

5 5

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

7 7 000 <-> 255 Green Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

8 8 000 <-> 255 Blue Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

9 9 000 <-> 255 White Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

10 10 000 <-> 255 Pattern Effect

11 11 000 <-> 255 Scanner Effect (slow <--> fast)

12 12 000 <-> 255 Background Color

13 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 1 - Red Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

14 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 1 - Green Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

15 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 1 - Blue Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

16 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 1 - White Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

17 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 2 - Red Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

18 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 2 - Green Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

19 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 2 - Blue Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

20 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 2 - White Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

21 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 3 - Red Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

22 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 3 - Green Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

23 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 3 - Blue Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

24 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 3 - White Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

25 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 4 - Red Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

26 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 4 - Green Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

27 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 4 - Blue Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

28 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 4 - White Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

29 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 5 - Red Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

30 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 5 - Green Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

31 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 5 - Blue Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

32 -- 000 <-> 255 LED 5 - White Intensity (0% <-> 100%)

Reduced
Mode

Channel
Value

000 <-> 031
032 <-> 063
064 <-> 095
096 <-> 127
128 <-> 159
160 <-> 191
192 <-> 223
224 <-> 240
241 <-> 250
251 <-> 255

000 <-> 003
004 <-> 131
132 <-> 255

What it does

Shutter/Strobe

Close
No Strobe (Open)
Strobe (slow <--> fast)
No Strobe (Open)
Pulse Strobe (slow <--> fast)
No Strobe (Open)
Random Strobe (slow <--> fast)
No Strobe (Open)
Flash Strobe (slow <--> fast)
No Strobe (Open)

Macro Effects

No Function
Fade In
No Function

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Troubleshooting

Symptom Solution

Fixture Auto-Shut
Off

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

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

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 parts are

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

No Response to
Audio

Fixture Not
Responding /
Responding Er­ratically

Intermittent
Lamp

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.

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

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

Check to ensure proper setup of speed adjustment.

not restricted and that unit’s ventilation is not obstructed

Also check that speed channels are set appropriately.

Verify that the xture is in “Sound Active” mode.

Adjust Audio Sensitivity, If Applicable.

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

Reset xture(s).

Check lamp for properly installation.
Relamp, lamp may have reached end of life.

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

If your problem persists or isn’t listed, please visit:

www.blizzardlighting.com/support.

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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 clas-

si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 indispensable tool for
any lighting designer or lighting performer.

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Keeping Your ThunderStik™ 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 Authori-

zation (RA).

Don’t worry, this is easy. Just visit www.blizzardlighting.com/support and open
a support ticket, 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

Width 22 inches (560 mm)

Depth 4.4 inches (110 mm)

Height 8.3 inches (210 mm)

Weight 12.2 lbs (5.5 kg)

Power

Operating Voltage 90-250VAC, 50-603HZ

Power Consumption 150W

Light Source

LED 5* 15W RGBW Quad-Color OSRAM™ LEDs

Optical

Beam Angle 5°

Luminous Intensity 50,200 Lux @ 1M | 20,500 Lux @ 2M

Thermal

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

Control

Protocol USITT DMX-512

DMX Channels 12 or 32-channel

Input 3/5-pin XLR Male

Output 3/5-pin XLR Female

Other Operating Modes

Standalone, Master/Slave, Sound Active, Color
Preset

Other Information

I have a love/hate relationship with mood swings.

2-year limited warranty, does not cover malfunc-

Warranty

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, howev-

er they are not manufactured by, afliated 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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Dimensional Drawings

8.3 in

(210 mm)

4.4 in

(110 mm)

22 in (560 mm)

8.3 in

(210 mm)

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Enjoy your product!

Our sincerest thanks for your purchase!

--The team @ Blizzard Lighting