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Snowblind User Manual Rev. C  

 

 

© 2021 Blizzard Lighting, LLC

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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 

4

2. Meet the Snowblind 

5

Main Features 

5

DMX Quick Reference 

5

Control 5

Snowblind Pin-Up Picture 

6

The Rear Connections 

6

3. Setup 

7

Fuse Replacement 

7

Connecting A Bunch of UVonix™ Blackstars 

7 

Data/DMX Cabling 

7

Using This Fixture with the WiCICLE® Wireless DMX System 

8

Cable Connectors 

10

3-Pin???  5-Pin???  Huh?!? 

10

Take It To The Next Level:  Setting Up DMX Control 

10

Fixture Linking (M/S Mode) 

11

Mounting & Rigging 

11

4. Operating Adjustments 

12

The Control Panel 

12

Control Panel Menu Structure 

12

DMX Values In-Depth 

13

Troubleshooting 13

Keeping Your Snowblind As Good As New 

14

Returns (Gasp!) 

14

Shipping Issues 

14

Tech Specs! 

15

Summary of Contents for SnowBlind

Page 1: ...Blizzard Lighting LLC http www blizzardpro com Waukesha WI USA Copyright c 2021 ...

Page 2: ...r Connections 6 3 Setup 7 Fuse Replacement 7 Connecting A Bunch of UVonix Blackstars 7 Data DMX Cabling 7 Using This Fixture with the WiCICLE Wireless DMX System 8 Cable Connectors 10 3 Pin 5 Pin Huh 10 Take It To The Next Level Setting Up DMX Control 10 Fixture Linking M S Mode 11 Mounting Rigging 11 4 Operating Adjustments 12 The Control Panel 12 Control Panel Menu Structure 12 DMX Values In Dep...

Page 3: ...Powering Up All fixtures 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 Warning All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Ground Earthing Getting A Hold Of Us If something happens to go wrong visit blizzardpro com support and open a supp...

Page 4: ...ation 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 fixture using a safety chain NEVER carry the fixture by its head 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 t...

Page 5: ...lone and DMX modes 4 button easy to use LED control panel menu Aluminum mounting bracket with locking knobs Able to directly power the wiCICLE wireless system via DMX Lightweight and Compact It kept its New Years resolution Control Protocol USITT DMX 512 DMX channels 3 channel Easy to use 4 button control panel with LED display Operating modes DMX 512 M S and Sound Active DMX Quick Reference 3 Cha...

Page 6: ...021 Blizzard Lighting LLC Figure 1 SnowBlind Pin Up Picture 18x 1 Watt Cool White LEDs Aluminum Housing Control Panel Figure 2 The Rear Connections AC Power In Fuse Holder DMX In Mounting Bracket Locking Knobs Mic Mic Sensitivity DMX Out ...

Page 7: ...lated 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 fixtures on a serial data link is 32 fixtures Data DMX Cabling To link fixtures 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 interferenc...

Page 8: ...ANCES IS BLIZZARD LIGHTING RESPON SIBLE 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 fixture wiCICLE transmitters have additional power requirements and therefore cannot...

Page 9: ...ceed 1 Plug the wiCICLE Receiver into the DMX IN connector of the fixture and verify it is receiving power the STATUS LED should illuminate 2 Connect the AC DC adaptor to the wiCICLE Transmitter and verify it is receiv ing power the STATUS LED should illuminate 3 Press the RECESSED SELECTOR BUTTON on the Transmitter to select the operating channel group The system will store this setting for futur...

Page 10: ...e s chassis ground Grounding the common can cause a ground loop and your fixture 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 i...

Page 11: ...ction in this manual for complete instructions for this type of setup and configuration DMX OUT DMX IN First Fixture in Chain Next Fixture in Chain DMX OUT DMX IN Mounting Rigging This fixture may be mounted in any SAFE position provided there is enough room for ventilation The fan or vent pathway must never be obstructed IMPORTANT Regardless of the rigging option you choose for your fixtures alwa...

Page 12: ...nd numbers in descending order The control panel display shows the menu items listed Pushing the MODE button repeatedly will scroll through the menu settings To edit one push the SETUP button Then use the UP DOWN buttons to scroll through your choices if applicable Push the mode button to confirm your choice Control Panel Menu Structure CON 000 255 Brightness Control Low High F 00 F 30 Sets the St...

Page 13: ...o ensure fixture is operating under correct mode IE sound active auto DMX Etc if applicable 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 swi...

Page 14: ...ction 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 find yourself with a fixture that isn t behaving like a good ...

Page 15: ...n 19W 24A Power Factor 67 Light Source LED 18x 1 Watt LEDs Cool White 100 000 hours Optical Beam Angle 15 degrees Luminous Intensity 2 497 Lux 2 5m 432 Lux 2m Thermal Max Operating Temp 104 degrees F 40 degrees C ambient Control Protocol USITT DMX 512 DMX Channels 3 Channel Input 3 pin XLR Male Output 3 pin XLR Female Operating Modes Sound Active Master Slave DMX Warranty 2 year limited warranty d...

Page 16: ...Enjoy your product Our sincerest thanks for your purchase The team Blizzard Lighting ...

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