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UVonix™ Blackstar Manual Rev. A    

 

© 2021 Blizzard Lighting, LLC

2. MEET THE UVONIX™ BLACKSTAR

Main Features

•  12x 10W UV LEDs, 50,000+ hour lifetime

• 

UV-pass lens filters for pure 365nm wavelength

•  30° beam angle

• 

Electronic dimming & strobe effects

•  Flicker-free resolution, perfect for video

•  4 user-selectable dimming curves

•  6 dimming delay settings (5/10/15/20/25/30ms)

•  Adjustable LED refresh rates (900Hz-25KHz)

•  Barndoor attachment for light shaping

• 

Dual mounting brackets for flexible positioning 

•  3/5-pin male/female XLR input & output connections

•  PowerCON-compatible input/output connections

Control

•  Protocol: USITT DMX-512

•  DMX channels: 1/2/4-channels

•  Easy-to-use 4-button control panel with LCD display

•  Operating modes: DMX-512, M/S, and Standalone

DMX Quick Reference (1-Channel Mode)

1CH

What It Does

1

Dimmer

DMX Quick Reference (2-Channel Modes)

2CH

What It Does

1

Dimmer

2

Dimmer (fine 16-bit)

DMX Quick Reference (4-Channel Modes)

4CH

What It Does

1

Strobe Effects

2

Dimmer

3

Dimmer (fine 16-bit)

4

32-Bit Dimming Curves

Summary of Contents for UVONIX BLACKSTAR

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

Page 2: ... Blackstars 7 Data DMX Cabling 7 Cable Connectors 8 3 Pin 5 Pin Huh 8 Take It To The Next Level Setting Up DMX Control 8 Fixture Linking M S Mode 9 Mounting Rigging 9 4 Operating Adjustments 10 The Control Panel 10 Control Panel Menu Structure 11 Starting DMX Address 12 DMX Channel Mode 12 M S Mode 12 Lost DMX Signal 12 Manual Mode 12 Dimming Curves 12 Dimming Frequency 13 Dimming Delay 13 LCD Bac...

Page 3: ... the original factory box and packing 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 b...

Page 4: ...lation 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 ...

Page 5: ...arndoor attachment for light shaping Dual mounting brackets for flexible positioning 3 5 pin male female XLR input output connections PowerCON compatible input output connections Control Protocol USITT DMX 512 DMX channels 1 2 4 channels Easy to use 4 button control panel with LCD display Operating modes DMX 512 M S and Standalone DMX Quick Reference 1 Channel Mode 1CH What It Does 1 Dimmer DMX Qu...

Page 6: ...r Connections UVonix Blackstar Pin Up Picture 12x 10W UV LEDs 365nm UV Pass Filters 4 Leaf Barndoor Assembly Dual Mounting Brackets Locking Knobs Cooling Vents Power Output Power Input Fuse DMX Outputs DMX Inputs Safety Loop Control Menu Barndoor Lock Release Cooling Vents ...

Page 7: ...ne 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 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 qualit...

Page 8: ...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 This fixture is equipped with both 3 pin and 5 pin XLR sockets for DMX input and output The sockets are wired in parallel Only use a shielded twisted pa...

Page 9: ...anual 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 always be sure to s...

Page 10: ...a menu option To return to the previous option or menu without changing the value press the MENU button 4 OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS The Control Panel All the features and different modes possible with the UVonix Blackstar are accessed by using the control panel on the rear of the fixture There are 4 con trol buttons under to the LCD display which allow you to navigate through the various control panel...

Page 11: ... Gradual effect 1 Gradual effect 2 Gradual effect 3 System Setting Sys Set DimCurve Linear Log Exp S Curve Sys Set DimFreq PWM frequency 1500Hz 900Hz 2500Hz 1000Hz 4000Hz 1100Hz 10KHz 1200Hz 15KHz 1300Hz 20KHz 1400Hz 25KHz Sys Set DimDelay Dimming delay 15ms OFF 20ms 5ms 25ms 10ms 30ms Sys Set Display Bk Light LCD Backlight On constant on Off Sys Set Default Default No Yes factory reset Status Inf...

Page 12: ...avigate the menu to reach Operate Mode and press ENTER 2 Use the UP DOWN buttons to select LostDMX Press ENTER 3 Use the UP DOWN buttons to select Blackout or Hold and press ENTER to confirm Manual Mode 1 Navigate the menu to reach Operate Mode and press ENTER 2 Use the UP DOWN buttons to select Manual Press ENTER 3 The Dimmer values will increase decrease the brightness from 0 to 100 and Strobe v...

Page 13: ...ns to select DimFreq Press ENTER 3 Use the UP DOWN buttons to select a dimming frequency ranging from 900Hz 25KHz and press ENTER to confirm Dimming Delay 1 Navigate the menu to reach System Setting and press ENTER 2 Use the UP DOWN buttons to select DimDelay Press ENTER 3 Use the UP DOWN buttons to select any dimming delay option up to 30Ms and press ENTER to confirm System Reset 1 Navigate the m...

Page 14: ...tor 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 little fixture sh...

Page 15: ...3 15A 250V 5X20mm Light Source LED 12 10 watt UV LEDs Optical Beam Angle 30 beam angle Wavelength 365nm Thermal Max Operating Temp 104 F 40 degrees C ambient Control Protocol USITT DMX 512 DMX Channels 1 2 4 channel Input Output 3 5 pin XLR male female Other Operating Modes DMX 512 M S and Standalone Warranty 2 year limited warranty does not cover malfunction caused by damage to LEDs Dimensional D...

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

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