Antari FT-20X User manual

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FT-20XFire Training
Fog Machine User Manual
English
©2021 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.
․Do not operate if power cord is damaged. If power cord is damaged, replace it
immediately with a new one of same power rating.
․Remove the machine from battery or power adaptor 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,
remove machine from battery or power adaptor 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.
․For persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge, supervision or instruction must be given concerning use of applicance
in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
․Install the machine in a well-ventilated area. Provide at least 50 cm space around the
machine.

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․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 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.
․Do not charge battery while using, even if battery is low. Remove head unit or make
sure head unit’s power switch is off before charging.
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 retain the
packing material for inspection.
What is included: 1 x FT-20X Fog Machine
1 x Battery base
1 x Battery charger
1 x FLM-05P water-based liquid
1 x User Manual
1 x Flightcase

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Product Dimensions
Product Overview
293 mm
238 mm
108 mm
Main Power Switch
Lock lever
Charger Input
Output Level Adjustment Knob
Wireless Receiver Socket
Wire Remote Socket
XLR 3-Pin DMX Connector
ON / OFF Switch Control
Fog Output Nozzle
Dip Switch

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FT-20S Power Base (Optional)
Setting Up
DO NOT CHARGE THE BATTERY WHILE MAKING FOG OR SWITCH IS ON
Step 1: Place the machine on a flat surface and in a suitably large area with at least 50 cm
of open space around the machine.
Step 2: Fill the fluid tank with Antari FLM-05W fluid.
Step 3: Please fully charge the battery upon receipt of the machine and before and after
each operation. The head unit should be seperated while charging.Charge the battery by
plugging the charger adaptor into a grounded electrical outlet. Yellow light on the adaptor
indicates charging, when it turns green then the charge complete. Please note the battery
requires 3 hours charge time. A fully charged battery can run the machine for roughly 12
minutes.
Power Input

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Plug in the charger
Red indicates charging
Green indicates charging
complete
Always connect the machine to a protected circuit and ensure it is properly
grounded to avoid risk of electrocution.
Step 4: Connect the battery base or power base to the machine. Turn on the machine to
start operation.
Pull to release locking lever

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Align and insert head unit to base
Step 5: To start making fog, locate the rotary knob on the back for output level adjustment,
and press the button to start making fog, release to stop.
Step 6: To turn off the machine, disconnect the machine (head-unit) from the battery base
or power base.
Operation
Control Panel Operation
The machine can be operated with the On/Off button and output level control knob located
on the rear. When using On/Off Mode press and hold the button to make fog, release to
stop. In Continuous Mode, press button once to produce fog, press again to stop.

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Dip Switch 12
Function
OFF
On/Off Mode
ON
Continuous Mode
Rotary Knob
Function
SMOKE
Turn fog on/off, adjust output volume from 0~100%
DMX Connector Pin Assignment
The machine provides 3-pin XLR connectors 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 machine to a DMX controller or to one of the
machines in the DMX chain. The machine uses a 3-pin XLR connector for DMX connection,
the connector is located on the rear of the machine.
Address Setup –Use the DIP switch located on the rear of the machine to set the DMX
address. The machine occupies 1 control channels. The starting address is defined as the

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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.
DMX Channel Function
Channel 1
DMX Value Range
Function
Fog
0 –4
5 –255
Fog Off
Output 1-100%
Z-3 Remote Control Operation (Optional)
To operate the machine by remote control, connect the remote to the microphone jack
located on the rear of machine. Use the switch to turn fog on/off, and use the rotary knob to
adjust the output volume from 0~100%.
WTR-20 Wireless Operation (Optional)
Wireless remote control system WTR-20 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-20X fog machine.