Antari Z-380 User manual

Z-380 Fazer
Machine User Manual
©2015 Antari Lighting and Effects Ltd.
English

User Manual
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
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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 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 retrain the
packing material for inspection.
What is included: 1 x Z-380 Fazer
1 x Power Cord
1 x User Manual
Product Dimension
Product Overview
264.9 mm
328 mm
247.7 mm
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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 1.5 mintues.
Once the machine has reached operating temperature, the LCD display will show “Ready to
Faze”. Now the machine is ready for operation.
Step 5: To start making haze, locate the Volume button on the control panel, and press the
button to start making faze.
Step 6: To turn off the machine, press Stop button and put the power switch to the OFF
position.
XLR 3-Pin DMX Connector
LCD display Control Panel
Power Inlet
Fan Speed Adjustment Knob
Wire Remote Socket
Main Power Switch
XLR 5-Pin DMX Connector
Output Level Adjustment Knob
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Operation
Control Panel Operation
The machine can be operated with onboard digital control interface or two rotary knobs
located on the rear.
Rotary Knob
Function
SMOKE Turn haze on/off, adjust output volume from 0~100%
FAN Adjust fan speed from 20%~100%
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 interval from 1 to 180 seconds
Set duration from 1 to 120 seconds
Set timer output from 1 to 100%
Interval
Set 180s
Duration
Set 120s
Timer
Out 100%
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Set volume output from 1 to 100%
Set fan output from 20 to 100%
Set DMX address from 1 to 511
Set DMX mode Sync, 1Ch or 2Ch
Turn On or Off wireless control
Turn On or Off run last setting function
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 haze on/off, and use the rotary knob to
adjust the output volume from 0~100%.
Volume
Out 100%
Fan
Out 100%
DMX512
Add. 511
DMX Mode
1Ch
Wireless
OFF
Quick
StartOFF
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Wireless Operation (Optional)
Wireless remote control system W-2 consists of a transmitter equipped with four buttons to
turn faze output on or off, and adjust output volume; with an onboard receiver attach to the
rear panel of Z-380.
W-2 Wireless Transmitter
Wireless Receiver
Wireless remote control function:
[A] button – Turn on faze output
[B] button – Turn off faze output
[C] button – Increase output volume
[D] button – 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.
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Registering transmitter
Transmitter can be pair or deleted from the receiver. Each receiver can pair up to 10
transmitters. Follow below steps to pair or delete transmitter from receiver.
Step 1: Power off Z-380 Fazer
Step 2: Press and hold [DOWN] button
Step 3: Turn power on and hold [DOWN] button until below menu shows on display
Step 4A: Press [UP] to pair a new transmitter; press any button on the W-2 remote to finish
pairing.
Step 4B: Press [DOWN] button to delete existing transmitter.
Transmitter battery replacement
If effective distance seems to be decreased, it is possible the battery level are low and
require 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 provide 3 or 5 pin XLR connector for DMX connection. Diagram below indicate
pin assignment information
UP: Pair
DOWN:Del
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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 an 3 or 5 pin XLR connector for DMX
connection, the connector is located on the rear of the machine.
DMX Channel Function
Channel Mode Channel Value Function
2 1 0-5 Faze off
2 6-255 Faze 1-100%
1 1
0-5 Faze off
Fan 100%
6-255 Faze 1-100%
Fan 100%
Sync 1
0-5 Faze Off
Fan 20%
6-255 Faze 1-100%
Fan 21-100%
Fluid
Only use Antari FLG water-based liquid for the Z-380 Fazer. The machine is tested and
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