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OPERATING THE MACHINE
Powering On
Make sure the unit is plugged in. Turn on the Main Power Switch that is located next to the power cord
on the rear of the machine. The red Power Indicator light on the Remote Control Panel will illuminate.
If the Power Indicator light does NOT illuminate, press and release the Standby Button on the Remote
Control Panel.
Heating
When switched on, the red Heat Indicator light will illuminate and the machine will begin to heat
up
to its optimal temperature. The initial heating cycle will take 7-10 minutes. When the green Ready
Indicator light comes on, the machine is ready to make haze. Note: If no remote is connected and no DMX
signal is detected, the machine will not heat.
Control Options
There are several methods of controlling the V-Hazer, including: Manual Control via the Remote
Control Panel, DMX control via a lighting console and Multi-Link control that allows multiple
machines to be controlled from a single Remote Control Panel.
Manual Control via the Detachable Remote Control Panel that is included with each machine. An oper-
ator can control the unit at the machine, or from a distance using the included 3-pin cable. The Remote
Control Panel can be used to set haze output volume, power the machine on and off using Standby
mode, and set a repeating, timed cycle of on/off operation.
DMX Control from your lighting desk is available as a standard option. The V-Hazer will use 2 channels of
DMX control: Channel one controls haze output volume and channel two controls fan speed.
Multi-Link allows up to 4 machines to be linked together via 3pin XLR cables (not included) and con-
trolled by a single Remote Control Panel.
Using the Remote Control Panel
The Remote Control Panel can be operated directly on the machine or detached from the unit and used
at a distance. To detach the Remote Control Panel from the unit, loosen the thumb screws and lift the
panel from its recessed mount. A 15 foot (4.5m) cable is provided to allow the machine to be operated at
a distance. If needed, a longer 3-pin XLR cable can be used or joined to the existing cable. Do not exceed
a maximum distance of 165 feet (50 m) from remote to machine.
When the green Ready Indicator light is illuminated, the V-Hazer is ready to make haze. Press and release
the Fog Button to begin producing haze. The red Power Indicator light will flash to indicate the machine
is operating. To stop making haze, press and release the Fog Button again.
Adjust the Fog Level Knob to increase or decrease the amount of haze produced. Note: When controlling
the V-Hazer via the Remote Control Panel, fan speed is always set to maximum. To independently adjust
output volume and fan speed, use DMX control.
