Blizzard Lighting Weather System User Manual
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Blizzard Lighting, LLC
www.blizzardlighting.com
Waukesha, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2014
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Weather System COB™ 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 Weather System COB™ 5
Features 5
DMX Quick Reference 5
The Weather System COB™ Pin-up Picture 6
3. Setup 7
Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch Of Weather System COB™ 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
Navigating The Control Panel 10
Control Panel Menu Structure 11
DMX Mode 12
Set the DMX Starting Address 12
DMX Channel Mode 12
Slave Mode 12
Static Colors, Auto Mode & Sound Active Mode 12
Static Colors 12
Built-In Programs 12
Auto Mode 12
Sound Active Mode 12
Standalone (Program) Mode 13
Manual Color Adjustment 13
The Weather System COB™ Foot Switch Controller 13
5. Appendix 17
A Quick DMX Lesson 17
Troubleshooting 17
Keeping Your Weather System COB™ As Good As New 18
Returns (Gasp!) 18
Shipping Issues 18
Tech Specs 19
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1. GETTING STARTED
What’s In The Box?
• 1 x Weather System COB™ Fixture LED Bar w/Case
• 1 x Tripod Lighting Stand w/Case
• 1 x Foot Switch Controller
• 2 x Mounting Brackets
• This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of The Box
Congratulations on purchasing one of the coolest LED lighting systems anywhere! Now
that you’re the proud owner of a Weather System COB™ (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 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, 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 53188 USA
www.blizzardlighting.com
414-395-8365
Email: support@blizzardlighting.com
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 3/14/2014 J. Thomas 3/19/2014
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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
support@blizzardlighting.com.
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2. MEET THE WEATHER SYSTEM COB™
MAIN FEATURES:
• User selectable 2/3/4/7/8/14/15 DMX channels
• 4x Tri-Color RGB 30W COB LEDs, 30° beam angle
• Easy to use four petal foot control switch with 16ft cord
• Independent xture swivel/tilt positioning + height adjustment
• RGB color mixing in standalone, master/slave and DMX modes
• Automated programs via master/slave & standalone modes
• Sound activated programs in master/slave & standalone modes
• 3-pin male input and 3-pin female output
• Adjustable stand & carrying case
• Heavy duty, black aluminum housing
CONTROL:
• Easy to use 4-pedal foot switch
• USITT DMX-512, multiple DMX channel modes
• 4-button LED control panel
DMX Quick Reference (15/14/8/7 - Channel Modes)
Ch. 15-Channel 14-Channel 8-Channel 7-Channel
1 Built-in Programs Red - Fixture 1 Red - Fixtures 1+2 Red (global)
2 Dimmer Green - Fixture 1 Green - Fixtures 1+2 Green (global)
3 Strobe Blue - Fixture 1 Blue - Fixtures 1+2 Blue (global)
4 Red - Fixture 1 Red - Fixture 2 Red - Fixtures 3+4 Built-in Programs
5 Green - Fixture 1 Green - Fixture 2 Green - Fixtures 3+4 Speed
6 Blue - Fixture 1 Blue - Fixture 2 Blue - Fixtures 3+4 Strobe
7 Red - Fixture 2 Red - Fixture 3 Strobe Dimmer
8 Green - Fixture 2 Green - Fixture 3 Dimmer ---
9 Blue - Fixture 2 Blue - Fixture 3 --- ---
10 Red - Fixture 3 Red - Fixture 4 --- ---
11 Green - Fixture 3 Green - Fixture 4 --- ---
12 Blue - Fixture 3 Blue - Fixture 4 --- ---
13 Red - Fixture 4 Strobe --- ---
14 Green - Fixture 4 Dimmer --- ---
15 Blue - Fixture 4 --- --- ---
DMX Quick Reference (4/3/2 - Channel Modes)
Ch. 4-Channel 3-Channel 2-Channel
1 Red (global) Red (global) Built-in Programs
2 Green (global) Green (global) Speed
3 Blue (global) Blue (global) ---
4 Dimmer --- ---
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Figure 1: The Weather System COB™ Pin-Up Picture
Rugged Black
Aluminum Casings
4x Tri-Color RGB
30W COB LEDs
Figure 2: The Rear Connections
Fuse
Footswitch Input
Adjustable Position
LED Fixtures
Adjustable Height
Tripod Stand
DMX In DMX Out
4-Button
AC Power In AC Power Out
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Control Panel
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