Antari Z-1520 RGB User manual

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Z-1520 RGB
Fog Machine User Manual
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©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 Z-1520 RGB Fogger
1 x W-2 Wireless Remote
1 x Power Cord
1 x User Manual
Product Dimensions
210 mm
418 mm
295 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 5 mintues.
Once the machine has reached operating temperature, the LCD display will show “Ready To
Fog”. Now the machine is ready for operation.
Tank Capacity: 2.5 liters
22 x 3W LED
(8R, 7G, 7B)
LCD Control Panel
XLR 3-Pin DMX Connector
XLR 5-Pin DMX Connector
PowerCon
Breaker
Wireless Receiver

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Step 5: To start making fog, locate the Volume  button on the control panel, and press the
button to start making fog.
Step 6: To turn off the machine, press STOP button and turn Powercon to the OFF position.
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 function
▼[DOWN]/[VOLUME]
Down/Activate Volume function
[STOP]
Deactivate Timer/Volume function
Control Menu
Set DMX address from 1 to 504
Set machine as Master of Slave unit
Turn LED on or off
ANTARI Z-1520 RGB
DMX512
Address: 1
Stand Alone
Set Master
Color Mode
On
Ready to Fog

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Set LED output color from macro 1 to 10
Set LED chase from 1 to 15
Set interval from 15 to 360 seconds
Set duration from 1 to 5 seconds
Turn wireless control on or off
Set wireless remote button function macro color 1 to 10 or chase 1
to 15 and off.
Set wireless remote button function macro color 1 to 10 or chase 1
to 15 and off.
Set wireless remote button function macro color 1 to 10 or chase
1 to 15 and off.
Set wireless remote button function macro color 1 to 10 or chase 1
to 15 and off.
Setting for LED to turn on with fog only or always on.
Color Mode
Macro:01
Color Mode
Chase:01
Timer
Interval 15 Sec
Timer
Duration 5 Sec
Wireless Setting
On
Wireless Setting
Button A:M01
Wireless Setting
Button B:M01
Wireless Setting
Button C:M01
Wireless Setting
Button D:M01
LED Setting
Fog Only

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Set LED delay time from 0 to 5 seconds.
Turn run last setting function on/off
Wireless Operation
The wireless remote control system W-2 consists of a transmitter equipped with four buttons
to activate four user-configurable LED settings and fog; with an onboard receiver attached to
the rear panel of Z-1520 RGB.
W-2 Wireless Transmitter
Wireless Receiver
Wireless settings are configurable through the onboard control panel, refer to control menu
section to setup each button.
LED Fade Out
Delay: 0 Sec
Run Last Setting
On

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In a free open space the effective distance is 50 meters, actual usage depends on obstacle
level, the effective distance is 10-25 meters.
Registering transmitters
Transmitters can be paired or deleted from the receiver. Each receiver can pair up to 10
transmitters. Follow the steps below to pair or delete a transmitter from a receiver.
Step 1: Power off the Z-1520 RGB Fogger.
Step 2: Press and hold the [DOWN] button.
Step 3: Turn power on and release the [DOWN] button when the LCD display blinks.
Step 4: Follow the menu instruction to pair or delete transmitters.
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 3-pin and 5-pin XLR connectors for DMX connection. The diagram
below indicates pin assignment information.

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Pin
Function
1
Ground
2
Data-
3
Data+
DMX Channel Function
Channel 1
DMX Value Range
Function
Fog
0 –4
5 –255
Fog Off
Fog On
Channel 2
DMX Value Range
Function
Red LED
0-255
0-100%
Channel 3
DMX Value Range
Function
Green LED
0-255
0-100%
Channel 4
DMX Value Range
Function
Blue LED
0-255
0-100%
Channel 5
DMX Value Range
Function
Chase
1-15
16-31
32-47
48-63
64-79
80-95
96-111
112-127
128-143
144-159
160-175
176-191
192-207
208-223
224-255
Chase 1
Chase 2
Chase 3
Chase 4
Chase 5
Chase 6
Chase 7
Chase 8
Chase 9
Chase 10
Chase 11
Chase 12
Chase 13
Chase 14
Chase 15
Channel 6
DMX Value Range
Function