Antari W-715 User manual

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W-715 Fog Jet
USER MANUAL
2013 Antari Lighting and Effects Ltd.
English

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Safety Information
Please read the following safety information carefully before operating the
machine. Information includes important safety information 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,
unauthorized technician may lead machine to damage or malfunction.
For adult use only. Never leave the machine running unattended.
Installed in 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 local Antari dealer for advise.
Before transporting the machine, make sure the fluid tank is completely drained.
Smoke fluid may present health risks if swallowed. Do not drink smoke fluid. Store it
securely. In case of eye contact or if fluid is swallowed immediately look for medical
advice.

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Unpacking and Inspection
Immediately upon receiving the machine, carefully unpack the carton, check all 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 W-715 Fogger
1 x Power Cord
1 x User Manual
1 x W-1 Wireless Transmitter (excluded in W-715X)
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 at each side of the machine and 5 meters for the output direction of the
machine.
Step 2: Fill the fluid tank with Antari FLC fog fluid.
Step 3: Connect the machine to suitable rated power supply. To determine the power
Wireless Receiver
DMX 3Pin
DMX 5Pin
Power Inlet
Breaker
LCD Control Panel
Handle
Tank Cap
（Group）
Smoke Output Nozzle

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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 by connecting the power cord and turning the Neutrik
Powercon. Heat up takes approximatly 9 minutes. Once the machine has reached operating
temperature, the LCD screen will display “Ready To Fog”. Now the machine is ready for
operation.
Step 5: To turn off the machine, turn the Neutrik Powercon again.
Language Setting
To switch the language used for control interface, press [Menu] button BEFORE turning on
the machine and HOLD it until LCD screen flashes for two times. After the two flashes, press
[Menu] to choose the language: English and 中文 (Chinese).
Operation
Control Panel
The machine can be operated with the LCD control panel located on top of the fogger.
Button
Function
[Menu]
Select from functions
[▲/ Timer]
To increase value or choose from options
To activate Timer Mode
[▼/ Volume]
To decrease value or choose from options

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To active Volume Mode
To emit fog under 2-Second Jet Mode
[Stop]
To stop output or go back to main screen
Functions
Value
Description
Interval Set
10-300 Seconds
Interval time under Timer Mode
Duration Set
2-15 Seconds
Duration time under Timer Mode
Timer Output
50-100%
Output volume under Timer Mode
Volume Output
50-100%
Output volume under Volume Mode
2-Second Jet Mode
On/Off
Activate or disactivate 2-Second Jet Mode
DMX512 Address
1-512
Setup the DMX address
Wireless Control Mode
On/Off
Activate or disactivate Wireless Control Mode
Quick Start Mode
On/Off
Activate or disactivate Quick Start Mode
Timer Operation
To operate the machine under Timer Mode, interval, duration time and output volume under
Timer Mode must be set first:
Interval Time Setup - Press [Menu] button until LCD screen displays “Interval Set”and then
press ▲or ▼button to set the interval time from 10-300 seconds.
Duration Time Setup - Press [Menu] button until LCD screen displays “Duration Set”and
press ▲or ▼button to set the duration time from 2-15 seconds.
Output Volume Setup - Press [Menu] until LCD screen displays “Timer Output”and press ▲
or ▼button to set the output percentage from 50-100%.
After finishing the above setting, go back to main screen by pressing [Stop] button.
To activate Timer Mode, press [Timer] button under main screen. To deactivate Timer
Mode, press [Stop] button.
Volume Operation
To operate the machine under Volume Mode, output volume under Volume Mode must be

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set first:
Output Volume Setup - Press [Menu] button until LCD screen displays “Volume Output”and
then press ▲or ▼button to set the output percentage from 50-100%.
After finishing the above setting, go back to main screen by pressing [Stop] button.
To activate Volume Mode, press [Volume] button under main screen. To deactivate
Volume Mode, press [Stop] button.
Note: Under Volume Mode, fogger emits fog continuously until a re-heat is needed.
2-Second Jet Operation
To activate 2-Second Jet Mode, press [Menu] button until LCD screen displays “2-Second
Jet Output”and then press ▲or ▼button to activate or deactivate 2-Second Jet Mode.
Once the 2-Second Jet Mode is activated, the main screen will keep showing “2-Sec Jet
Mode. Press [Volume] button and the fog will be emitted for 2 seconds with maximum output
(100%).
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 an 3-pin and 5-pin XLR connector for DMX
connection, the connector is located on the rear of the machine.
Address Setup –Press [Menu] until LCD screen displays “DMX512 Add:”and then press ▲
or ▼button to set the DMX address from 1-512.The machine occupies 1 control channel.
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
DMX Value Range
Function
1
0–5
Fog Off
6–255
Fog Output 50 –100%
Fog Output 100% for 2 seconds
(under 2-Second Jet Mode)
DMX Connector Pin Assignment
The machine provide 3 or 5 pin XLR connector for DMX connection. Diagram below indicate
pin assignment information
Pin
Function
1
Ground
2
Data-
3
Data+
Wireless Remote Control Operation (Not applicable for W-715X)
The wireless remote control system consists of a transmitter equipped with two buttons for
on and off functions and a receiver pre-attached to the rear of the machine.
*Transmitter

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With the transmitter it is possible to emit fog via radio signal at maximum distance of 50
meters. Press the button “A”or “B”, to emit fog.
*Receiver
The receiver is tested and pre-attached to the rear of the machine. The included transmitter
has been registered to the machine before shipping.
To activate or deactivate the wireless remote control function, press [Menu] until LCD
displays “Wireless”and press ▲or ▼button to activate or deactivate the wireless remote
control function. When wireless remote control function is activated, the LCD screen will
display “Wireless Detect …” for 15 seconds, and during this 15-second time, wireless
transmiter(s) must be registered by pressing either button A or B on the transmitter(s). The
pressed button A or B while registering will be the button to emit fog under wireless remote
control mode.
Note:
1. Once wireless remote control function is activated, a “W”sign will be displayed on the
LCD screen.

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2. Once wireless remote control function is activated, the LCD screen will display “Wireless
Detect …” everytime when the machine is turned on; this allows new registration. Every
new registration overwrites the previous memory.
3. One machine can be controlled by up to 5 transmitters while one transmiter can be
registered to unlimited machines.
4. Battery used in transmiter: type A27S 12V.
5. When under 2-Second Jet Mode, pressing the button (A or B) on the trasmitter will emit
fog for 2 seconds with maximium output (100%).
Power Saving
Keep pressing [Stop] button for 3 seconds, LCD screen will display the countdown of 60
seconds. After the countdown, the machine will go into sleep mode. To wake the
machine again, press any button.
When the machine is idle for 15 seconds, the backlight of the LCD screen becomes dim.
To light up again the LCD screen, press any button.
When DMX connector is disconnected from the machine, the machine will go into sleep
mode, and when DMX connector is re-connected to the machine again, the machine will
be waked up.
Liquid
Only use Antari FLC water-based liquid for the W-715 Fogger. 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.