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MAGICFX

®

 FX-ARM CONTROLLER 

 

User and Installation Manual

    7

ARM SAFELY!

The MAGICFX

®

 FX-ARM CONTROLLER has been designed and constructed in such a 

manner that it can be used safely. This applies to the use, the circumstances and the 
regulations as described in this documentation. Reading this documentation and 
following the instructions are therefore necessary for everyone who is authorised to 
work with the MAGICFX

®

 FX-ARM CONTROLLER.

The MAGICFX

®

 FX-ARM CONTROLLER must be used in surroundings that:

•  Have a stable temperature of between -10 and 50 °C.
•  Are free of dust, corrosive gases and high concentrations of organic vapours.
•  Are not situated in the vicinity of a source of vibration.

2.1 

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

•  Only authorised persons may carry out work with the MAGICFX

®

 FX-ARM 

CONTROLLER.

•  Do not use the MAGICFX

®

 FX-ARM CONTROLLER if there are people or animals 

in the direct output of FX-machines controlled by the MAGICFX

®

 FX-ARM 

CONTROLLER.

•  Make sure that children, unauthorised people and animals do not obtain 

access to the MAGICFX

®

 FX-ARM CONTROLLER.

•  Make sure there are no free-standing objects or objects that can be 

damaged by the connected machines within the output distance.

•  Do not remove any safeguards, safety caps and safety symbols.
•  All required safety devices must be in good condition and function properly.
• 

Ensure sufficient lighting of the surroundings.

•  Keep the workplace clean.
•  Refer to the manual(s) of the connected machine(s) for safety instructions 

concerning the use of those machines.

2.2 

CONNECTING FX-MACHINES

The MAGICFX

®

 FX-ARM CONTROLLER uses Arm cables terminated with RJ45 

connectors to link to single or multiple effects machines. This is not compatible with 

any other data protocol and these cables must not be connected to any other 

product other than specific MAGICFX

® 

effects machines with the integrated safety 

circuit hardware. Connecting RJ45 leads from other systems carrying other data 
protocols may damage your hardware. 

2.3 

PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION

WARNING

Using a damaged MAGICFX

®

 FX-ARM CONTROLLER can lead to 

death, serious injury or property damage. Always inspect the 
controller thoroughly before operation.

Summary of Contents for FX-ARM CONTROLLER

Page 1: ...CO2 FX PART01338 rev 01 00 FX ARM CONTROLLER USER AND INSTALLATION MANUAL CONTROL GEAR PART01882 rev 01 01 ENGLISH...

Page 2: ...RKS Any brand names mentioned in this manual are registered trademarks of their respective owners LIABILITY MAGIC FX accepts no liability for claims from third parties arising from unauthorised use us...

Page 3: ...ARM CONTROLLER 5 1 1 Main parts 5 1 2 Product identification 5 1 3 Technical data 6 1 4 Accessories 6 2 Arm safely 7 2 1 General safety rules 7 2 2 Connecting FX machines 7 2 3 Precautions for operati...

Page 4: ...ardous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided...

Page 5: ...imultaneously or use each special effects machine with a dedicated MAGICFX FX ARM CONTROLLER The MAGICFX FX ARM CONTROLLER does not replace the use of either DMX or 12 24V control of your FX machine I...

Page 6: ...4 in Packaged weight 2 7 kg 6 lb Environment Minimum Temperature 10 C 14 F Maximum Temperature 50 C 122 F Electrical Voltage Input 100 250 Vac Voltage Frequency 50 60 Hz Power Consumption 50 W Power C...

Page 7: ...rised people and animals do not obtain access to the MAGICFX FX ARM CONTROLLER Make sure there are no free standing objects or objects that can be damaged by the connected machines within the output d...

Page 8: ...may damage your hardware WARNING Only one MAGICFX FX ARM CONTROLLER can be used in a single connected system Connecting more than one controller with RJ45 Arm leads can cause damage to them 3 LET S A...

Page 9: ...n ARM IN ARM OUT ARM EtherCON The MAGICFX FX ARM CONTROLLER can be placed either at the end of the safety cable line or anywhere within a linked system using the Arm Input and output connectors on the...

Page 10: ...stop button is not pressed in The e stop reset button should be lit up white 2 Press the e stop reset button The e stop reset button light will go off and the e stop will now illuminate NOTICE You ca...

Page 11: ...NTROLLER User and Installation Manual 11 4 When you are done with firing the FX machine set the arm disarm key to the OFF position to deactivate the FX machines The FX LED indicator turns off on the F...

Page 12: ...ator Red 1 Press the e stop button in The illuminated e stop button will turn off The FX LED indicator turns off and the e stop reset button turns on 2 Set the keyswitch in the OFF position 3 Wait for...

Page 13: ...ual 5 CORRECT DISPOSAL This symbol on the product and or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste For proper treatment...

Page 14: ...c Compatibility RoHS 2011 65 EU Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances WEEE 2012 19 EU Waste Electrical Electronic Equipment The following harmonized standards were applied NEN EN ISO...

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