Blizzard Lighting SwitchBlade Micro Manuale utente

Blizzard Lighting, LLC

www.blizzardlighting.com

Waukesha, WI USA

MICRO

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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

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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: [email protected]

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

[email protected].

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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

High Power 4-in-1

RGBW LED

Head / Arms

4-Button LED

Control Panel

Figure 2: The Rear Connections

DMX In

DMX Out

On/Off

Switch

Power In

Cooling

Vents

Heavy-Duty Cast

Aluminum Enclosure

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3. SETUP

Fuse Replacement

With a at head screwdriver, wedge the fuse

holder out of its housing. Remove the dam-

aged fuse from its holder and replace with

exact same type fuse. Insert the fuse holder

back in its place and reconnect power.

Connecting A Bunch of SwitchBlade™

Micro 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

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 Master-Slave 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.

Lighting Stand Mounting

This xture comes with an easy to use stand mounting bracket. Please make

sure the lighting stand you use is rated to safely hold the weight of this unit and

do not over-extend the lighting stand. For the safety of yourself, your audience,

and the xture... always take advantage of the use of the stand’s safety pins!

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USING THIS FIXTURE WITH THE wiCICLE® WIRELESS

DMX SYSTEM

In addition to the unbridled thrill you already

received the rst time you plugged in your

xture, you’ll be delighted to know that

This xture also works seamlessly with our

wiCICLE®Wireless DMX system, without additional power.

• ONLY xtures bearing this logo are certied for use with the wiCICLE®

without external power.

• Unauthorized modication and/or using the wiCICLE®with un-

approved xtures may cause damage to the wiCICLE® or xture.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS BLIZZARD LIGHTING RESPONSI-

BLE FOR ANY DAMAGE FROM SUCH OPERATION.

• Fixtures bearing the above logo MUST only use cable and connectors

which separate chassis/case ground from cable shielding. Cabling with

the shield connected to the connector’s case/chassis may cause malfunc-

tion and damage to the wiCICLE® or xture.

• wiCICLE®transmitters have additional power requirements and

therefore cannot be powered directly from the xture. You will

need to utilize the supplied AC/DC adaptor to drive wiCICLE®

transmitters in your system.

WE HAD THIS SPACE, SO WE FIGURED WE’D DRAW

YOU A PICTURE:

Antenna Housing & 1/2-wave

Antenna

Antenna ferrule & articulation

joint

Stainless Steel Housing

Recessed Selector Button

Status LED

3-Pin XLR Connector

(Male on transmitter, Female

on receiver model)

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