SHOWTEC Atmos B120, User Manual

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After switching on, the Atmos bubble machine will automatically detect whether DMX 512 data is
received or not.
If there is no data received, the problem may be:
• The XLR cable from the controller is not connected with the input of the Atmos bubble machine.
• The controller is switched off or defective, the cable or connector is detective, or the signal wires are
swapped in the input connector.
Note: It’s necessary to insert a XLR termination plug (with 120 Ohm) in the last fixture in order to ensure
proper transmission on the DMX data link.
Dipswitch setting for DMX Mode
DMX products must have their own "address" to receive DMX signals.
Addresses on the controller are set by flipping the appropriate DMX dip switches #1 - #9.
You need to know that DMX address settings are the sum of the dip switch values.
A standard DMX address for a Showtec Atmos bubble machine, which has 1 channel is as follow:
Example
Atmos bubble machine Address Value DMX Dip Switches "ON"
Unit 5 5 #1 , #3
Switch
Value
#1 1
#3 4 +
Total sum 5
Explanation: Since each unit has 1 channel, each address advances 1 value (See Address Value above).
Once address values are determined, add DMX dip switch values to obtain the appropriate address
(DMX Dip Switches "ON") for each unit. Flip appropriate DMX dip switches on each unit.
Example:
1.
If you want to give a Atmos bubble machine DMX address 133, you first have to find the number 133
in the DMX Chart. (See page 10)
2. Then look at the left side (Dip Switches #1-#5) horizontally from 133.
In the Table you’ll see #1=ON, #2=OFF, #3=ON, #4=OFF, #5=OFF.
3. Finally look at the upper side of the table (Dip Switches #6-#9) vertically from 133.
In the Table you’ll see #6=OFF, #7=OFF, #8=ON, #9=OFF.