Blizzard Lighting Torrent Xray, User Manual

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Page 2: ...in Features 5 DMX Quick Reference 5 The Torrent Xray Pin up Picture 7 3 Setup 8 Fuse Replacement 8 Connecting A Bunch Of Xray s 8 Data DMX Cables 8 Cable Connectors 9 3 Pin 5 Pin Huh 9 Take It To The Next Level Setting up DMX Control 9 Fixture Linking Master Slave Mode 10 Mounting Rigging 10 4 Operating Adjustments 11 The Control Panel 11 Control Panel Menu Structure 12 Troubleshooting 18 5 Append...

Page 3: ...r supply See the label on the fixture or refer to the fixture s specifications chart for more information A fixture s listed current rating is its average current draw under normal conditions Check the fixture or device carefully to make sure that if a voltage selection switch exists that it is set to the correct line voltage you will use Warning Verify that the voltage select switch on your unit ...

Page 4: ...ervicing or replacing fuse and be sure to replace with same fuse size and type ALWAYS secure fixture using a safety chain NEVER carry the fixture by its head Use its carrying handles DO NOT operate at ambient temperatures higher than 104 F 40 C In the event of a serious operating problem stop using the unit immediately NEVER try to repair the unit by yourself Repairs carried out by unskilled peopl...

Page 5: ...effects 8 built in default programs for easy performance 12 default pixel macros effect 12 30 34 DMX Channels DMX512 master slave sound activated auto mode Additional FEATURES 4 button LCD display control panel menu Efficient low noise fan cooling system PowerCon compatible in out power connectors 3 pin XLR connectors IN OUT 420 Lux R 492 Lux G 610 Lux B and 1070 Lux W 7M Two 1 4 turn fastening Om...

Page 6: ... 2 0 100 Blue Pixel 1 0 100 15 White Pixel 2 0 100 White Pixel 1 0 100 16 Red Pixel 3 0 100 Red Pixel 2 0 100 17 Green Pixel 3 0 100 Green Pixel 2 0 100 18 Blue Pixel 3 0 100 Blue Pixel 2 0 100 19 White Pixel 3 0 100 White Pixel 2 0 100 20 Red Pixel 4 0 100 Red Pixel 3 0 100 21 Green Pixel 4 0 100 Green Pixel 3 0 100 22 Blue Pixel 4 0 100 Blue Pixel 3 0 100 23 White Pixel 4 0 100 White Pixel 3 0 1...

Page 7: ...ev A c 2013 Blizzard Lighting LLC Figure 1 The Torrent Xray Pin Up Picture 4 in 1 RGBW LED s 4 Button LCD Control Panel Figure 2 The Rear Connections Power Switch Fuse Cover DMX In DMX Out Head Arms Carry Handle Power Out Power In ...

Page 8: ...tures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal The maximum recommended cable run distance is 500 meters 1640 ft The maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link is 32 fixtures Data DMX Cabling To link fixtures together you ll need data cables You should use data grade cables that can carry a h...

Page 9: ...ike to build your own the chart below details a proper cable conversion Conductor 3 Pin Female Output 5 Pin Male Input Ground Shield Pin 1 Pin 1 DMX Data Pin 2 Pin 2 DMX Data Pin 3 Pin 3 Not Used No Connection No Connection Not Used No Connection No Connection Take It To The Next Level Setting Up DMX Control Step 1 Connect the male connector of the DMX cable to the female connector output on the c...

Page 10: ...he Operating Adjustments section in this manual for com plete instructions for this type of setup and configuration Mounting Rigging This fixture may be mounted in any SAFE position provided there is enough room for ventilation It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway Mount the fixture using a suitable C or O type clamp The clamp should be rated to hold at least 10x the fixture s...

Page 11: ...rough menu options in descending order Used to select and store the current menu or option within a menu Access control panel functions using the four panel buttons located directly underneath the LCD Display The Control Panel LCD Display shows the menu items you select from the menu map on page 12 When a menu function is selected the display will show immediately the first available option for th...

Page 12: ...all programmable settings to factory default settings 2 Calibration Code 000 255 Enters the lockout code for fixture calibration Contact the factory for more details PAN 000 255 Adjusts the zero point for each setting to account for subtle variations from fixture to fixture or in case recalibration becomes necessary Each fixture is calibrated at the factory and under normal operating conditions th...

Page 13: ... Selects the scene for editing PAN Allows you to edit the pre programmed Auto Program which the fixture uses in Auto and Sound active Modes using the DMX values for each channel or edit one of 8 built in pro grams which are available using DMX channel 11 in 12 channel mode 29 in 30 channel mode or 33 in 34 channel mode For more information on DMX values available for each channel see pages 14 17 P...

Page 14: ...fast Macro 8 slow fast Macro 9 slow fast Macro 10 slow fast Macro 11 slow fast Macro 12 slow fast 11 000 079 080 099 100 119 120 139 140 159 160 179 180 199 200 219 220 239 240 255 Built in Programs No function Motor reset after waiting 8 seconds Program 1 Program 2 Program 3 Program 4 Program 5 Program 6 Program 7 Sound Active Mode 12 000 009 010 019 020 029 030 039 040 049 050 059 060 069 070 07...

Page 15: ...Blue 0 100 14 000 255 Pixel 2 Green 0 100 15 000 255 Pixel 2 White 0 100 16 000 255 Pixel 3 Red 0 100 17 000 255 Pixel 3 Blue 0 100 18 000 255 Pixel 3 Green 0 100 19 000 255 Pixel 3 White 0 100 20 000 255 Pixel 4 Red 0 100 21 000 255 Pixel 4 Blue 0 100 22 000 255 Pixel 4 Green 0 100 23 000 255 Pixel 4 White 0 100 24 000 255 Pixel 5 Red 0 100 25 000 255 Pixel 5 Blue 0 100 26 000 255 Pixel 5 Green 0...

Page 16: ...D 5 Fixture ID 6 Fixture ID 7 Fixture ID 8 Fixture ID 9 Fixture ID 10 Fixture ID 11 Fixture ID 12 Fixture ID 13 Fixture ID 14 Fixture ID 15 Fixture ID 16 Fixture ID 17 Fixture ID 18 Fixture ID 19 Fixture ID 20 Fixture ID 21 Fixture ID 22 Fixture ID 23 Fixture ID 24 Fixture ID 25 DMX Values In Depth 34 Channel Mode Channel Channel Value What it does 1 000 255 Pan 2 000 255 Pan fine 3 000 255 Tilt 4...

Page 17: ...slow fast Macro 5 slow fast Macro 6 slow fast Macro 7 slow fast Macro 8 slow fast Macro 9 slow fast Macro 10 slow fast Macro 11 slow fast Macro 12 slow fast 33 000 079 080 099 100 119 120 139 140 159 160 179 180 199 200 219 220 239 240 255 Built in Programs No function Motor reset after waiting 8 seconds Program 1 Program 2 Program 3 Program 4 Program 5 Program 6 Program 7 Sound Active Mode 34 000...

Page 18: ...heck AC cord and circuit for damage verify that moving parts are not restricted and that unit s ventilation is not obstructed Slow Movement Verify that 220V 110V switch is in the correct position if applicable Also check that speed channels are set appro priately No Response to Audio Verify that the fixture is in Sound Active mode Adjust Audio Sensitivity If Applicable Fixture Not Responding Respo...

Page 19: ... pin mic cables although this does not conform to the defined standard DMX is connected using a daisy chain configuration where the source connects to the input of the first device the output of the first device connects to the input of the next device and so on The standard allows for up to 32 devices on a single DMX link Each receiving device typically has a means for setting the starting channe...

Page 20: ...tisfaction and wow factor That s what it s all about after all Returns Gasp We ve taken a lot of precautions to make sure you never even have to worry about sending a defective unit back or sending a unit in for service But like any complex piece of equipment designed and built by humans once in a while something doesn t go as planned If you find yourself with a fixture that isn t behaving like a ...

Page 21: ...40 degrees C ambient Control Protocol USITT DMX 512 DMX Channels 12 30 34 channels Input 3 pin XLR Male Output 3 pin XLR Female Other Information The colder the Xray table the more of your body is required to be on it Warranty 2 year limited warranty does not cover malfunction caused by damage to LED s DISCLAIMER The power connector fitted to the fixture and fixture cord are designed for compatibi...

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