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Plug and connection assignments

This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐

ment so that a perfect light experience is guaranteed.
Please take our tips, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug

fits into a socket, the result of an incorrect connection may be a destroyed DMX controller, a

short circuit or ‘just’ a not working light show!

The unit offers a 3-pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3-pin XLR plug for DMX input. Please

refer to the drawing and table below for the pin assignment of a suitable XLR plug.

Pin

Configuration

1

Ground, shielding

2

Signal inverted (DMX–, ‘cold signal’)

3

Signal (DMX+, ‘hot signal’)

Introduction

DMX connections

Plug and connection assignments

 

AF-250 DMX

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Fog Machine

Summary of Contents for AF-250 DMX

Page 1: ...AF 250 DMX Fog Machine User Manual ...

Page 2: ...Thomann GmbH Hans Thomann Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 Internet www thomann de 14 07 2022 ID 340945 V7 ...

Page 3: ...ctions 10 3 Features 14 4 Installation 15 5 Starting up 16 6 Connections and operating elements 18 7 Operating 24 7 1 Remote control functions 26 7 2 DMX control 27 8 Technical specifications 28 9 Plug and connection assignments 31 10 Troubleshooting 32 11 Cleaning 33 12 Protecting the environment 35 Table of contents AF 250 DMX 3 Fog Machine ...

Page 4: ...4 AF 250 DMX Fog Machine ...

Page 5: ...s available to all persons using this device If you sell the device to another user be sure that they also receive this manual Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development We there fore reserve the right to make changes without notice Please refer to the latest version of the user manual which is ready for download under www thomann de General information AF 250...

Page 6: ...ronic version to find the topics of interest for you quickly Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics and terms Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline Service If you have any problems with the device the customer service will gladly assist you 1 2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational c...

Page 7: ...al steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively The result of a step is indented and highlighted by an arrow Example 1 Switch on the device 2 Press Auto ð Automatic operation is started 3 Switch off the device 1 3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual Letterings Displays Instructions General ...

Page 8: ...lt in death or serious injury if it is not avoided CAUTION This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it is not avoided NOTICE This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided Warning signs Type of danger Warning ...

Page 9: ...Warning signs Type of danger Warning hot surface Warning slip hazard Warning harmful or irritating substances Warning danger zone General information AF 250 DMX 9 Fog Machine ...

Page 10: ...hey are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety Safety DANGER Danger for children Ensure that plastic bags packaging etc are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children Choking hazard Ensure that children do not detach any small parts e g knobs or the like from the unit They could swallow the pieces and choke Never let children unatte...

Page 11: ...ast fifty centimetre 1 6 feet Do not touch the fog nozzle during and shortly after operation It becomes very hot and may cause burns even several hours after switching off the device WARNING Risk of slipping caused by condensate Fog machines can produce condensate Do not direct the fog to floors Floors and surfaces can become slippery by condensed fog Check regularly that all floors can be accesse...

Page 12: ...ent conditions specified in the chapter Technical specifications of this user manual Avoid heavy temperature fluctuations and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to temperature fluctuations for example after transport at low outside temperatures Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit When operated in harmful ambient conditions dust smoke nicotine fog etc the unit should ...

Page 13: ...ed properly Observe the following information n Follow all warnings in these operating instructions n Never leave the device running without supervision n The device is not suitable for use in private households or as a child s toy n Place the device on a stable fire proof basis that is at least twice as large as the device n Maintain a safety distance of 1 m to flammable materials n The device is...

Page 14: ...es and on stages Special features of the device n Superior performance by highly efficient heating element n Control via DMX one channel or via the supplied remote control n Suitable for mobile use due to compact design n Bracket included Features 14 AF 250 DMX Fog Machine ...

Page 15: ...transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage respectively Place the device on a stable fire proof basis that is at least twice as large as the device The device requires 20 cm clearance at the sides and above The unit should be installed horizon tally a maximum deviation of 15 is allowed Installation AF 250 DMX 15 Fog Machine...

Page 16: ... Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards NOTICE Possible data transmission errors For error free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi nary microphone cables Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli fiers Starting up 16 AF 250 DMX Fog Machine ...

Page 17: ...MX device Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second one and so on to form a daisy chain Always ensure that the output of the last DMX device in the daisy chain is terminated with a resistor 110 Ω W Connections in DMX mode Starting up AF 250 DMX 17 Fog Machine ...

Page 18: ...6 Connections and operating elements ö Front panel Connections and operating elements 18 AF 250 DMX Fog Machine ...

Page 19: ...1 Fog nozzle 2 Fog fluid container with screw cap 3 Bracket 4 Carrying handle 5 Locking screws for the bracket Connections and operating elements AF 250 DMX 19 Fog Machine ...

Page 20: ...PUSH FUNC ENTER PUSH Rear panel Connections and operating elements 20 AF 250 DMX Fog Machine ...

Page 21: ...alues button to page down in the menu system and to increase the displayed value button to page up in the menu system and to decrease the displayed value FUNC button to open the menu control 10 DMX OUT DMX output 11 DMX IN DMX input 12 REMOTE CONTROL connection for the receiver of the wireless remote control optionally available item no 464052 13 WIRE CONTROL connection for the wired remote contro...

Page 22: ...0 3 4 2 1 5 Remote control Connections and operating elements 22 AF 250 DMX Fog Machine ...

Page 23: ...In this mode the via VOLUME set fog volume is output continuously The corresponding LED lights while the function is enabled 17 MANUAL press this button to output the maximum fog volume The corresponding LED lights while the function is enabled 18 VOLUME rotary control to set the fog volume to be output 19 INTERVAL rotary control to set the interval between two fog blasts 20 DURATION rotary contro...

Page 24: ... specifications of this manual and follow its instructions for use First make sure the unit is disconnected from the mains Open the screw cap of the liquid container and fill in the fog fluid Make sure that no fog fluid is spilled or gets into the device The easiest way is using a funnel The container capacity is 1 8 litre Screw the cap firmly back on Filling the unit Operating 24 AF 250 DMX Fog M...

Page 25: ...e set DMX address The device is now operational Operation with an empty fluid container can lead to overheating and permanent damage of the pump When operating always ensure that there is sufficient fog fluid in the liquid con tainer to avoid no load running Disconnect the device from the mains Transport the device only when it is completely cooled down To avoid leaking fog fluid during transport ...

Page 26: ...ontinuous operation with adjustable fog volume In this mode the fog volume you have set with VOLUME is output continuously Press the CONT to turn the operating mode on or off n Timer controlled operation with adjustable fog volume In this mode the fog volume you have set with VOLUME is output at regular intervals adjustable with INTERVAL Set the interval length of the fog blasts with DURATION Pres...

Page 27: ... DMX address in the range of 1 512 Confirm the selection with ENTER You can then control the device with a connected controller Channel Value Function 1 Setting the fog volume 0 255 No fog output 0 to maximum fog output 100 DMX address assignment DMX assignment Operating AF 250 DMX 27 Fog Machine ...

Page 28: ...er power 1300 W Warm up time approx 5 min Fluid container capacity 1 8 l Fluid consumption approx 108 ml min Fog blast capacity approx 180 m3 min Fog blast reach approx 4 5 m Input connections DMX control XLR chassis plug 3 pin Receiver of the wireless remote control DIN socket 5 pin Wired remote control XLR chassis socket 5 pin Output connections DMX control XLR chassis socket 3 pin Technical spe...

Page 29: ... Fuse 5 mm 20 mm 8 A 250 V fast acting Degree of protection IP20 Dimensions W H D 310 mm 190 mm 430 mm Weight 7 1 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 C 40 C Relative humidity 20 80 non condensing Technical specifications AF 250 DMX 29 Fog Machine ...

Page 30: ... Blast direction Horizontal Timer remote control yes On Off remote control no Radio remote control no Light effect no With suspension bracket yes Further information Technical specifications 30 AF 250 DMX Fog Machine ...

Page 31: ...socket the result of an incorrect connection may be a destroyed DMX controller a short circuit or just a not working light show The unit offers a 3 pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3 pin XLR plug for DMX input Please refer to the drawing and table below for the pin assignment of a suitable XLR plug Pin Configuration 1 Ground shielding 2 Signal inverted DMX cold signal 3 Signal DMX hot signal In...

Page 32: ... the fluid container for flow No response to the DMX controller 1 Check the address settings and the DMX polarity 2 Try to use another DMX controller 3 Check whether the DMX cables run near or parallel to high voltage cables that may cause damage or interference to a DMX interface circuit The display shows hiGh Please send the device to our Service Center for inspection If the procedures recommend...

Page 33: ...letely cooled down 2 Position the unit in a well ventilated place 3 Insert the suction hose of the fog machine into the bottle with the fog machine cleaner 4 Connect the device to the mains power grid and turn it on with the main switch 5 Wait until the unit has reached the required operating temperature 6 Change to continuous operation and let the device produce fog for about 20 seconds 7 Insert ...

Page 34: ... etc on a reg ular basis Before cleaning switch off the device and disconnect mains operated devices from the mains Only use pH neutral solvent free and non abrasive cleaning agents Clean the unit with a slightly damp lint free cloth Fan grids Cleaning 34 AF 250 DMX Fog Machine ...

Page 35: ...otes and markings on the packaging This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive WEEE in its currently valid version Do not dispose with your normal household waste Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility When discarding the device comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your count...

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