Antari FT-200 User manual

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FT-200 Fire Training
Fog Machine User Manual
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©2017 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.
․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 localAntari dealer for advise.

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․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 FT-200 Fog Machine
1 x W-2 Wireless Remote
1 x Power Cord
1 x User Manual
Product Dimensions
301 mm
414 mm
194 mm

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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 7.5 mintues.
Once the machine has reached operating temperature, the LCD display will show “Ready To
Fog”. Now the machine is ready for operation.
Step 5: To start making fog, locate the rotary knob on the right side of control panel, and
press the rotary knob to start making fog.
Wireless Receiver
XLR 5-Pin DMX Connector
PowerCON Waterproof Connector
Wire Remote Socket
Timer / Volume Control Knobs
Breaker

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Step 6: To turn off the machine, press rotary knob button again and turn Powercon to the
OFF position.
Operation
Control Panel Operation
The machine can be operated with the onboard digital control interface.
Operation - Timer Mode
Rotary knob
Action
Description
Left
Press once
Activate timer mode
Right
Press second time
Deactivate timer mode
Right
Rotate
Adjust output volume
Operation –Volume Mode
Rotary knob
Action
Description
Right
Press once
Activate volume mode
Right
Press second time
Deactivate volume mode
Right
Rotate
Adjust output volume

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Setting
Rotary knob
Action
Description
Left
Press and hold for 3
seconds
Enter setting menu
Left
Rotate
Scroll through menus
Left
Press
Press once to enter
Left
Rotate
Adjust for preferred value
Right
Press
Escape from menu
Control Menu
Set interval time from 5 to 200 seconds
Set duration time from 1 to 200 seconds
Set output volume from 1 to 100%
Set output volume from 1 to 100%
Set DMX address from 1 to 512
Turn ON or OFF wireless remote feature
Turn ON or OFF memory setting. When turned “ON”, the machine
will return to its original state before last shut off.
Interval Set
XXX S
Duration Set
XXX S
Timer Output
XXX %
Volume Output
XXX %
DMX512
Address:XXX
Wireless
ON
Run Last Setting
OFF

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Turn ON or OFF rotary knob sound
Pair or unpair wireless remote
Turn ON or OFF nonstop burst function. Once the machine is
turned on, it can produce output continously without reheating.
Wireless Operation
Wireless remote control system W-2 consists of a transmitter equipped with four buttons to
activate, deactivate, increase and decrease fog output and an onboard receiver attached to the
rear panel of FT-200 fog machine.
W-2 Wireless Transmitter
Press [A] button to emit fog. Press [B] button to stop. Press [C] button to increase output volume.
Press [D] button to decrease output volume.
In a free open space the effective distance is 50 meters, actual usage depending on obstacle
level the effective distance is 10-25 meters.
Wireless Receiver
Keypad Sound
ON
Wireless Detect
Pair
Nonstop Burst
OFF

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Registering a transmitter
Transmitters can be paired or deleted from the receiver. Each receiver can pair up to 5
transmitters. Follow the steps below to pair or delete a transmitter from a receiver.
Step 1: Press and hold the left rotary knob for 3 seconds to enter setting menu.
Step 2: Rotate the rotary knob to find the “Wireless Detect” menu.
Step 3: Follow the menu instruction to pair or delete a transmitter.
Transmitter battery replacement
If the effective distance seems to decrease, it is possible the battery level is low and requires
replacement. In order to replace the battery, undo the three screws on the back of
transmitter to release the cover. Replace with same type and specification of battery which is
27A 12V
DMX Connector Pin Assignment
The machine provides 5-pin XLR connectors for DMX connection. The diagram below
indicates pin assignment information.
Pin
Function
1
Ground
2
Data-
3
Data+
DMX Channel Function
Channel 1
DMX Value Range
Function
Fog
0 –4
5 –255
Fog Off
Output 1-100%

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Fluid
Only use Antari FLP water-based liquid for the FT-200 Fire
Training Fog Machine. The machine is tested and calibrated
with this liquid to get the best output performance. Warranty will
be void if any other type of liquid is used, improper use of liquid
may lead to machine failure and malfunction.
Service and Maintenance
․Do not allow the machine to become contaminated.
․Remove dust from air vents with air compressor, vacuum or a soft brush.
․Only use a damp cloth to clean the casing.
․Before storing run distilled water through the system to help avoid condensing the pump
or heater.
․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.
Breaker Reset
Disconnect AC power before resetting the breaker. Only replace fuse with same
type and rating.
Step 1: Disconnect AC power.
Step 2: Flip breaker to ON position.
Step 3: Turn on machine for testing.
Breaker
120V = 13.5A 250V
230V = 7A 250V