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Troubleshooting

 

 

In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you

some suggestions for easy troubleshooting:

Symptom

Remedy

The unit does not work

Check the mains connection and the main fuse.

No haze output

1. Check the fluid level in the fog container.

2. Switch the device off and check the hose that leads into the fluid container

for flow.

No response to the DMX controller

1. Check the address settings and the DMX polarity.

2. Try using another DMX controller.

3. Check to see if the DMX cables run near or alongside to high voltage cables

that may cause damage or interference to DMX interface circuits.

Troubleshooting

 

 

Fog machine

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Содержание Starville AF-40 DMX

Страница 1: ...AF 40 DMX Fog machine user manual...

Страница 2: ...Musikhaus Thomann e K Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 01 10 2013...

Страница 3: ...tarting up 16 6 Connections and operating elements 18 7 Operating 23 7 1 Remote control functions 25 7 2 Function in DMX mode 26 8 Technical specifications 28 9 Plug and connection assignments 29 10 T...

Страница 4: ...ctions Save this manual for future reference Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device If you sell the device to other users be sure that they also receive this manual Our produc...

Страница 5: ...of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided CAUTION This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possi...

Страница 6: ...Warning signs Type of danger Warning high voltage Warning flammable substances Warning hot surface Warning suspended load Warning harmful or irritating substances General notes Fog machine 6...

Страница 7: ...Warning signs Type of danger Warning danger zone General notes AF 40 DMX 7...

Страница 8: ...ent physical sensorial and intellectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience Other persons may use this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is respo...

Страница 9: ...er serviceable parts inside DANGER Electric shock caused by short circuit Always use proper ready made insulated mains cabling power cord with a pro tective contact plug Do not modify the mains cable...

Страница 10: ...RNING Risk of burns The generated fog at the fog nozzle is hot and can cause burns Occasionally hot fluid drops may escape from the nozzle The distance of persons and objects to the fog nozzle must be...

Страница 11: ...he floors without a slipping hazard and if necessary remove the condensation WARNING Health hazard caused by fog fluid handling Fog fluid does contain glycols complying with the regulations for foodst...

Страница 12: ...n approved fluids shall be excluded Do not create fog in closed or poorly ventilated areas Do not expose persons with health problems such as allergic respiratory condi tions asthma to artificial fog...

Страница 13: ...necting the device ensure that the input voltage AC outlet matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker Failure to do so could res...

Страница 14: ...chine is suitable for use in clubs bars discotheques and on stages Special features of the device n Control via DMX or via the supplied remote control n Suitable for mobile use due to compact design F...

Страница 15: ...ort or storage respectively WARNING Risk of injury caused by falling objects Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country Always secure the device w...

Страница 16: ...ble high quality cables for all connections 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...

Страница 17: ...other DMX 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 te...

Страница 18: ...6 Connections and operating elements Front panel Connections and operating elements Fog machine 18...

Страница 19: ...1 Fog nozzle 2 Fog fluid container with screw cap 3 Bracket for hanging 4 Carrying handle 5 Locking screws for the mounting bracket Connections and operating elements AF 40 DMX 19...

Страница 20: ...Rear panel Connections and operating elements Fog machine 20...

Страница 21: ...the bracket 6 POWER FUSE IEC chassis plug with fuse holder for the power supply 7 Main switch turns the device on and off 8 DMX IN DMX input 9 DMX OUT DMX output 10 DIP switch for setting the DMX addr...

Страница 22: ...indicators These two LEDs indicate that the unit has reached the operating temperature nec essary to produce fog 22 Press this button to emit fog Remote control Connections and operating elements Fog...

Страница 23: ...www thomann de and follow their 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 flu...

Страница 24: ...remote light up The device is now operational When operating always ensure that there is sufficient fog fluid in the liquid container to avoid no load running Disconnect the device from the mains Tran...

Страница 25: ...7 1 Remote control functions Press the red button on the remote control to trigger fog burst Fog is produced as long as you keep this button pressed Operating AF 40 DMX 25...

Страница 26: ...f the resulting numbers yields the desired DMX address Please orient yourself by the following table SW9 SW8 SW7 SW6 SW5 SW4 SW3 SW2 SW1 DMX address 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0...

Страница 27: ...ch is in ON position Example To set the DMX address 10 set DIP switches 2 and 4 to ON all others to OFF The highest possible DMX address is 511 all DIP switches to ON DIP switch 10 has no function Cha...

Страница 28: ...5 m3 min Fog fluid container capacity 1 25 l Warm up time approx 5 min Operating supply voltage AC 230 V 50 Hz Fuse 3 15 A 250 V slow blow 5 mm 20 mm Power consumption 400 W Dimensions W D H 280 mm 15...

Страница 29: ...nto 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...

Страница 30: ...haze output 1 Check the fluid level in the fog container 2 Switch the device off and check the hose that leads into the fluid container for flow No response to the DMX controller 1 Check the address...

Страница 31: ...If the procedures recommended above do not succeed please contact our Service Center You can find the contact information at www thomann de Troubleshooting AF 40 DMX 31...

Страница 32: ...r every 30 operating hours or if it was not in use for a longer period of time 1 Make sure that the device is turned off disconnected from the mains and completely cooled down 2 Place the unit in a we...

Страница 33: ...ton pressed and release fog for about 20 seconds 7 Put the suction hose back into the fluid container of the fog machine and release fog for another 20 seconds This rinses the pipes The cleaning is co...

Страница 34: ...or recycling Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging This device is subject to the European directive 2012 19 EU Do not dispose of the device with your normal household waste Dispose of...

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Страница 36: ...Musikhaus Thomann e K Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany www thomann de...

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