JEM Roadie Compact, User Manual

Page 1: ...Roadie Compact user manual P N 35010027 C ...

Page 2: ...ity 13 Setting Fan speed 13 Setting the Timer 13 Setting the DMX base address 14 Setting the operating temperature 14 Setting the control panel display brightness 14 Setting the master slave link mode 14 Aux option 14 Priming the machine after fluid out 15 Resetting options to factory settings 15 Remote control 16 Overview 16 Functions 16 Connection 17 DMX control 18 Overview 18 Connection 18 DMX ...

Page 3: ... that has both overload and ground fault protection Before connecting the Roadie Compact to power check that the voltage indicated on the machine s serial label matches your local AC power voltage If your AC power voltage does not match do not use the machine Contact Jem Service for assistance Before using the machine check that all power distribution equipment and cables are in perfect condition ...

Page 4: ...m combustible and heat sensitive materials Do not operate the machine if the ambient temperature Ta is below 5 C 41 F or above 40 C 104 F Do not operate the machine if the relative air humidity exceeds 80 Preventing injuries Ensure that the surface on which the machine is located or installed can safely hold the weight of the machine Do not install the machine over areas where people are present T...

Page 5: ...tions on page 19 or you may cause the release of toxic gases presenting a severe health hazard You will also probably damage the machine Do not create dense smoke in confined or poorly ventilated areas Do not expose people with health problems including allergic and or respiratory conditions such as asthma to smoke output Do not point smoke output directly at a person s face or at face height ...

Page 6: ... anything that can be done with smoke from an ephemeral steam chases to a dense long lasting whiteout can be achieved with the Roadie Compact Congratulations on your purchase of the Roadie Compact smoke machine from Jem Details of the full range of Jem products are available on our website at www jemsmoke com Features at a glance High speed radial blower 16A single phase supply Twin independent bl...

Page 7: ...ils Fan intake Control panel Fog outlet Control panel Holder for fluid tank Carrying handles Suspension rigging points Top view Front side view Mains inlet fuse and power switch DMX and remote connectors Control panel Rear side view ...

Page 8: ...s inlet panel Main power switch Power cable Main fuse DMX connections panel Digital remote socket DMX out thru 3 pin DMX in plug 3 pin AVR socket service use Electronics power LED Service status LEDs DMX in plug 5 pin DMX out thru 5 pin ...

Page 9: ...ension points Fill the fluid tank with JEM approved fluid see page 19 Connect a suitably rated power supply to the machine The machine requires 13 1A at 230V EU or 11 8A at 208V US Turn on the Standby switch The display will show 4 for about 8 12 minutes and will then change to 1 9 Ready Making fog You can then use the Timer or Continuous switches on the back of the machine or the buttons on the r...

Page 10: ... where people will be underneath Ensure that there is at least 100mm clearance all round the machine 500mm clearance round the fan intake and at least 600mm in front of the smoke output AC power Before using the machine a grounding type earthed power plug that fits the local power outlets must be obtained locally and installed on the power cable DANGER Make sure the power plug is correctly rated A...

Page 11: ...Before applying power to the Roadie Compact verify the following the machine is safely located or installed and meets the location requirements stated on page 10 the operator is familiar with and able to comply with the requirements for safe operation listed on page 3 the smoke fluid is one of the genuine Jem fluids listed under Smoke fluid options on page 19 the machine is electrically grounded e...

Page 12: ...n menu option Timer Turns on the Fog Timer mode The Run and Off times for the timer can be set using the TRUN and TOFF menu options and are initially set to 10 secs run 20 secs off The Fog density can be set using the Fog menu option Fog Turns on continuous fog mode The Fog density can be set using the Fog menu option This is initially set to 50 The digital display in the centre of the panel allow...

Page 13: ...peed from Press the Enter button to store the fan setting The fan will run continuously if set above 0 and the Fan Timer or Continuous switches are On Or if using the digital remote if the RUN menu is set to FAN TIME or CONT If fog is being produced and the fan is off or set to a low speed the fan speed will be automatically increased to prevent buildup of fog at the machine output Setting the Tim...

Page 14: ... 7 Regular DJ Fluid DJ mix 1 Pro Smoke Super ZR mix Pro Smoke High Density SP mix Setting the control panel display brightness Use the Previous Next buttons to select the 32 option Use the Up Down buttons to select 7 1 or Press the Enter button to store the brightness setting This function might be useful to make the display less obtrusive if the machine is visible to audience Setting the master s...

Page 15: ... You may need to use the function several times to get both nozzles running properly To exit this menu if you decide not to activate the Prime function select and press Enter If the machine is not up to operating temperature the Prime function will do nothing Resetting options to factory settings The factory settings configure a standard mode of operation for the machine Use the Previous Next butt...

Page 16: ...ns the fog timer on and off Fog level setting FOG 0 100 Fan speed setting FAN 0 100 Timer run time off time settings TRUN TOFF 0 90 seconds Run mode RUN OFF STBY FAN TIME CONT Head temperature setting TEMP LOW NORM HIGH The functions are the same as on the built in control panel and are described on page 13 The RUN menu duplicates the functions of the Standby Fan Timer and Continuous Fog quick acc...

Page 17: ... cable provided with the remote control into one of these sockets and into the XLR socket labelled REMOTE on the rear panel of the Roadie Compact The remote control is powered through its cable by the Roadie Compact no batteries are required The cable may be extended to up to 25 m 82 ft with a 3 pin XLR DMX cable available from your Jem dealer ...

Page 18: ...pt to split a DMX line by using both the 3 pin and 5 pin OUT sockets For best results use cable designed for high speed digital data transmission Suitable DMX cable is available from your Jem dealer DMX functions The Roadie Compact s address setting must match the DMX address allocated to it on the controller To set the address see Setting the DMX base address on page 14 The Roadie Compact require...

Page 19: ...Pro Steam Simulation fluid is a light fluid that produces well defined cones of steam that disperse quickly It is ideal for chase effects and theatrical use When using Pro Steam Simulation fluid the operating temperature must be set to 7 Regular DJ Fluid DJ mix Regular DJ fluid is an economical fluid that gives a good medium density smoke well suited for atmospheric effects When using DJ mix the o...

Page 20: ... fog output of the machine Clean the outer casing with a damp cloth only Fuse replacement The main fuse for the Roadie Compact is in a fuse holder located adjacent to the power inlet To replace the fuse disconnect the power cord from the supply unscrew the cap of the fuse holder and pull out the fuse Remove the spent fuse and replace with one of exactly the same size and rating The fuse type is in...

Page 21: ...ed but there is fluid in the tank Machine requires priming Prime machine page 15 DMX address setting incorrect Change DMX address page 14 Machine can be fired from control panel or remote control but not by DMX controller Poor connection in DMX line Check DMX cables and connections Smoke output is weak Machine requires priming Prime machine page 15 Incompatible smoke fluid Use approved fluid Wet g...

Page 22: ...dicates a fault Turn the machine off and call Jem Service 5 54 The machine has detected that it has run out of fluid Refill the fluid container and use the Prime function to prime the machine and reset the fluid out error 1 number may be 01 to 90 Machine is in timer mode counting down the run period number may be 01 to 90 Machine is in timer mode counting down the off period 11 The machine has det...

Page 23: ...ontrol not included DMX channels 2 Fluid system Fluid pumps 16 bar Fluid capacity 9 5 litres Maximum fluid consumption at peak output 220ml per minute Installation Orientation Horizontal or vertical Connections DMX 3 and 5 pin XLR Remote control 3 pin XLR AC power Captive power cable Electrical AC power auto voltage frequency adjust 208 250V 50 60Hz Main fuse 15AT slow blow Power and current Maxim...

Page 24: ...MC EN 50 081 1 EN 55 014 EN 55 022 B EN 60 555 European safety EN 60 335 1 Immunity EN 50 082 1 IEC 801 2 IEC 801 4 Included items 1 x 9 5 litre fluid container empty Accessories Roadie Compact remote control P N 92765031 Ordering information Jem Roadie Compact 208V 230V 50 60Hz P N 92230500 ...