Antari F-1 Fazer User manual

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F-1 Fazer
User Manual
English
©2014 Antari Lighting and Effects Ltd.

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User Manual - English
Safety Information
Please read the following safety information carefully before operating the
machine. This information includes important safeguards about installation,
usage, and maintenance. Pay attention to all warning labels and instructions in
this manual and printed on the machine.
If you have questions about how to operate the machine safely, please contact your local
Antari dealer for help.
․Keep this device dry.
․Always connect to a grounded circuit to avoid risk of electrocution.
․Before connecting machine to power, always check voltage indicate on machine
match to your local AC voltage. Do not use the machine if AC power voltage does
not match.
․Disconnect the machine from AC power before servicing and when not in use.
․This product is for indoor use only! Do not expose to rain or moisture. If fluid is
spilled, disconnect AC power and clean with a damp cloth. If fluid is spilled onto
electronic parts, immediately unplug the machine and contact your local Antari
dealer for advice.
․No user serviceable and modifiable parts inside. Never try to repair this product, an
unauthorized technician may cause damage or malfunction to the machine.
․For adult use only. Never leave the machine running unattended.
․Installed the machine in a well-ventilated area. Provide at least 50 cm space around
the machine.
․Never add flammable liquid of any kind to the machine.
․Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the machine while operating.

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․Only use Antari fluid. Other fluid may lead to heater clog and malfunction.
․If the machine fails to work, unplug the machine and stop operation immediately.
Contact your local Antari dealer for advise.
․Before transporting the machine, make sure the fluid tank is completely drained.
․Fog fluid may present health risks if swallowed. Do not drink fog fluid. Store it
securely. In case of eye contact or if fluid is swallowed, immediately look for medical
advice.
Unpacking and Inspection
Immediately upon receiving the machine, carefully unpack the carton, check the content to
ensure that all parts are present and have been received in good condition. If any parts
appear damaged or mishandled from shipping, notify the shipper immediately and retrain the
packing material for inspection.
What is included: 1 x F-1 Fazer
1 x Power Cord
1 x User Manual
Product Dimensions
275mm
608mm
286mm

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Product Overview
Setting Up
Step 1: Place the machine on a flat surface and in a suitable large area with at least 50 cm
open space around the machine.
Step 2: Fill the fluid tank with Antari approved fluid.
Step 3: Connect the machine to suitable rated power supply.To determine the power
requirement for the machine refer to the label on the back of the machine.
Always connect the machine to a protected circuit and ensure it is properly
grounded to avoid risk of electrocution.
Step 4: Turn on the machine and allow it to heat up. Heat up takes approximatly 4 mintues.
Once the machine has reached operating temperature, the display will show Ready to Faze.
Now the machine is ready for operation.
Blue LCD screen, Timer
mode, Volume mode
Neutrik PowerCon
Breaker
XLR 3-Pin DMX Connector
WDMX Wireless Solution
XLR 5-Pin DMX Connector
Power ON / OFF

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Step 5: To start making haze, press the VOLUME button on the control panel.
Step 6: To turn off the machine, hold the STOP button for 3 seconds; the machine will
automatically run a self-cleaning process and shut off after the process is done.
Operation
Control Panel Operation
The machine can be operated with the onboard digital control interface.
Button
Function
[MENU]
Scroll through setting menu
[UP]/[TIMER]
Up/Activate Timer fucntion
[DOWN]/[VOLUME]
Down/Activate Volume function
[STOP]
Deactivate Timer/Volume function.
Or to select and memorize the setting.
Hold 3 seconds to start self-cleaning process and shut
down the machine
Control Menu
Set interval time at Timer mode from 5 to 200 seconds
Set duration time at Timer mode from 1 to 200 seconds
Interval Set
XXX Sec
Duration Set
XXX Sec
Antari F-1
Ready to Faze

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Set output volume at Timer mode from 1 to 100 %
Set output volume at Volume mode from 1 to 100 %
Set fan speed from 20 to 100%
Set DMX/W-DMX address from 1 to 511
Turn On/Off Wireless Remote Control function
Turn On/Off Air Pump Sensor
Select DMX mode from 2ch, 1ch, and Sync mode
Turn On/Off W-DMX function
Unlink from a W-DMX transmitter
Turn On/Off run last setting function
Turn On/Off Keypad Sound
Timer Output
XXX %
Volume Output
XXX %
Fan Speed
XXX %
DMX-512
Address: XXX
Run Last Setting
XX
W-DMX Power
XX
Wireless
XX
Air Pump Sensor
XX
DMX Mode
XXXX
Keypad Sound
XX
W-DMX Reset
XXX

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DMX Connector Pin Assignment
The machine provides a 3- or 5-pin XLR connector for DMX connection. The diagram below
indicates pin assignment information.
Pin
Function
1
Ground
2
Data-
3
Data+
DMX Operation
Making the DMX Connection –Connect the machine to a DMX controller or to one of the
machines in the DMX chain. The machine uses a 3-pin or 5-pin XLR connector for DMX
connection, the connector is located on the front of the machine.
Address Setup –Use control menu to set DMX address. The machine occupies 2 control
channels. The starting address is defined as the first channel from which the machine will
respond to the controller. Always double check to make sure there are no overlapping
channles in order to control the machine correctly.

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DMX Channel Function
Channel Mode
Channel
Value
Function
2
1
0-4
Faze off
5-255
Faze 1-100%
2
0-4
Fan 20%
5-255
Fan 21-100%
1
1
0-4
Faze off
Fan 100%
5-255
Faze 1-100%
Fan 100%
Sync
1
0-4
Faze Off
Fan 20%
5-255
Faze 1-100%
Fan 21-100%
Status of W-DMX connection (Optional)
Symbol on the Liquid Crystal Display
Status of W-DMX connection
●
Transmitter assigned, DMX signal received
◎
Transmitter assigned, No DMX signal
⊙
Transmitter link lost or linking to transmitter
○
Transmitter not assigned
Wireless Remote Control Operation (Optional)
The optional wireless remote control system consists of a transmitter and a receiver on the
rear of the machine.

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*Transmitter
With the transmitter, it is possible to make haze output via radio signal at maximum distance
of 50 meters. Press the button “A” to produce haze output and press the button “B” to stop
hazing.
*Receiver
If the optional wireless remote control function is selected and included, a radio signal
receiver is tested and pre-attached on the machine. The included transmitter also has been
paired with the attached receiver before shipping.
To activate or deactivate the wireless remote control function, press [Menu] button until the
LCD displays “Wireless”. Then press the ▲[Up] or ▼[Down] button to turn on and off the
wireless remote control function.
Notes:
1. Once the wireless remote control function is turned On, the letter “W” will be displayed on
the LCD screen.
2. Once the wireless remote control function is turned On, the LCD screen will display
“Wireless Detect …” each time when the machine is turned on; this allows users to pair
new transmitter with the machine’s receiver. Every new registration overwrites the
previous memory.

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3. One machine can be controlled by up to 5 transmitters while one transmiter can be
registered to unlimited number of machines.
Service and Maintenance
․Do not allow the machine and fluid to become contaminated.
․Regularly fill distilled water to fluid tank and run the machine to clean the system.
After cleaning, refill Antari fog fluids into fluid tank and make sure machine can
produce fog properly.
․It is recommended to run the machine on a monthly basis in order to achieve best
performance and output condition.
․Excessive dust, liquid and dirt built up will degrade performance and cause
overheating.
Technical Specifications
Input voltage 110-120V 60Hz or 220-240V 50Hz
Fuse/Breaker 110 –120V = 10A 250V
220 –240V = 5A 250V
Power Consumption AC 120V 790W
AC 230V 700W
Warm-up time 4 minutes (approx.)
Fluid tank capacity 2.4 Liter
Maximum Fluid consumption 8.5 ml / per minute
Recommended Fluid Antari FLG water-based fog fluid for the best effect
Control options LCD Menu, DMX 512, Wireless DMX, Wireless Remote
Adjustable haze volume and fan speed
DMX channels 2 channels, haze output volume and fan speed
Power connection Neutrik PowerCon
DMX data connection 3-pin and 5-pin XLR
Dimension L 608 x W 275 x H 286 mm
Dry weight 14.1 kg

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