Blizzard Lighting Buddha User manual

Blizzard Lighting, LLC
www.blizzardlighting.com
Waukesha, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2016

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Blizzard’s Universal DMX Data Handheld Appliance 1
1. Getting Started 3
What’s In The Box? 3
Getting It Out Of The Box 3
Caution! 3
Getting A Hold Of Us 3
2. Meet BUDDHA™ 4
Main Features 4
Overview 4
3. Operating Instructions 5
Introduction 5
Power Supply 5
 PowerOn/O      5
Keyboard 5
Function Menu 6
Receive DMX 6
Send DMX 7
Cable Tester 7
Channel Tracer 8
Timing Analyzer 8
Flicker Finder 9
Scanning for Flickers 10
Interpreting the Results 10
Sequence 11
PWM Tester 11
MIDI Test 12
RDM Controller 13
Touch Screen Calibration 15
Send and Receive DMX using Art-Net and sACN 15
System Settings 15
4. Appendix 16
Keeping Your BUDDHA™ As Good As New 16
Returns (Gasp!) 16
Shipping Issues 16
Tech Specs 17
Updating the Firmware 17

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1. GETTING STARTED
What’s In The Box?
• 1x BUDDHA™
• 1x Carry Case
• 1x Stylus Pen
• 1x 8GB MicroSD Card
• 1x Set of 3/5-Pin Male/Female XLR Adapters
• 1x USB to Micro-USB cable with AC Adapter
Getting It Out Of The Box
Congratulations on your purchase of BUDDHA™, the multi-purpose tool for
professional lighting technicians and installers. Do not dwell in the past, do not
dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.
Your BUDDHA™ is fully equipped to measure, test, and troubleshoot any
application with DMX controlled lighting. This unit can be used test 3 and 5-pin
cables, test midi signals, monitor and analyze signals, program sequences,
send and receive DMX, store data via MicroSD card, and more. It is the ultimate
solution to help bring peace and balance to many of life’s DMX-512 challenges!
IMPORTANT: BUDDHA™ will do a lot of things, but it won’t teach you any
noble truths. You need to do that yourself. Well, what are you waiting for? GO!
Now that you’ve got your BUDDHA™, you should carefully unpack the box and
check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and in good condition.
If anything looks as if it has been damaged in transit, notify the shipper
immediately and keep the packing material for inspection. Again, please save
the carton and all packing materials. If it must be returned to the factory, it is
important that the unit be returned in the original factory box and packing.
Caution!
There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not open the housing or
attempt any repairs yourself; doing so will void your manufactures warranty. In
the unlikely event your unit may require service, please open a support ticket
online at www.blizzardlighting.com.
Getting A Hold Of Us
If something is wrong, please open a support ticket online at www.
blizzardlighting.com. We’ll be happy to help, honest.
Disclaimer:Theinformationandspecicationscontainedinthisdocumentaresubject
to change without notice. Blizzard Lighting™ assumes no responsibility or liability for any
errors or omissions that may appear in this user manual. Blizzard Lighting™ reserves the
right to update the existing document or to create a new document to correct any errors
or omissions at any time. You can download the latest version of this document from www.
blizzardlighting.com.
Author: Date: Last Edited: Date:
J. Thomas 10/31/2016 J. Thomas 2/10/2017

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2. MEET BUDDHA™
MAIN FEATURES:
• 3/5-Pin DMX cable testing
• Midi testing
• RDM controller
• Channel tracer
• Timing analyzer
• DMXsignal“ickernder”
• LED PWM rate meter
• Programmable sequence recording/playback
• Send/receive DMX
• ArtNet testing and send/receive via ArtNet
• 8GB MicroSD card storage
• sACN support
• 2-year limited warranty
OVERVIEW:
1.) MicroSD Card Slot Holds the MicroSD storage card
2.) Micro USB Female Connector For power-supply, PC connection
3.) RJ45 Connector RJ45 in/out with connector
4.) MIDI Connector MIDI connector
5.) Touch Screen LCD Display Full-color TFT touch screen display
6.) Menu Button Used to access the menu options
7.) Left / CH (-) Button Navigate left/decrease a selected value
8.) DMX Input Connector to receive DMX
9.) DMX Output Connector to send DMX
10.) Up (+) Button Navigate up
11.) Down (-) Button Navigate down
12.) Enter Button Conrm/storeacurrentselection
13.) Right / CH (+) Button Navigate right/increase a selected value
14.) Light Sensor Light Sensor for PWM testing
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3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Introduction:
BUDDHA™ is a powerful testing tool. All of its functions can be accessed by
using the full-color TFT touch screen display with stylus pen, or you can easily
navigate through its functions by using only the menu buttons.
Power Supply:
This unit can receive power from a 9V battery (not included), or directly by
using the USB to Micro-USB cable, plugged into any computer or device with
USB (5V, >200mA.) You can also plug it in to a standard power outlet with use
of the USB to AC power adapter. If power is supplied to BUDDHA™ via the USB
port, the battery is automatically disconnected.
Power On:
If using battery power, long press <MENU> button to power the unit on. If
using USB supplied power, simply connecting the cable will power it on.
Power OFF:
If using battery power, long press <MENU>buttontopowertheunito.If
using USB supplied power, simply disconnect the cable.
Keyboard:
IncertainareasofBUDDHA™youwillndaQWERTYkeyboard,whichmakesit
possible to input text.
The keyboard can be used with the
touch screen or menu buttons:
Using touch screen, press any key
with the stylus pen to input. Using the
menu buttons, navigate to a character
by using the <UP>, <DOWN>,
<LEFT>, <RIGHT> buttons. When
a key is selected, it will change color.
Press the <ENTER> button to make
the input. When the highlight is on the
text input box (with text in it), you can
use <LEFT>, <RIGHT> buttons to move the cursor left/right, and then press
<ENTER> to delete the character before the cursor.
When input is complete, press Enter. To cancel an input, press Exit. If you
need to input special characters, press <@> key (on the keyboard), to change
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Function Menu:
The MENU button located in the top left
corner of the screen is the starting point
to access all the functions and system
settings available with BUDDHA™.
If using the stylus pen, click the MENU
button directly. Upon doing so, the
function menu will appear, allowing you
to then click on any available testing
function, or access the system OPTIONS.
Ifusingonlythemenubuttons,rstpress
<MENU> button. When the function
menu appears, use the <UP/DOWN>
buttons to highlight a selection, then press
the <ENTER> button to activate the
selected function or OPTIONS menu.
Receive DMX:
Under this function, the unit will receive
DMX signals and display the current
value for every channel. It also shows the
maximum and minimum values for each
channel.
Click any channel using the stylus
to highlight it. After that, you can
alternatively use the menu buttons <UP>,
<DOWN>, <LEFT>, and <RIGHT> to
navigate the channels.
The OPTION button on the lower right
corner of the screen allows access to the
following Receive DMX options:
STORE SCENE: Store the current DMX data to
the MicroSD card as a scene.
REPLACE SCENE: Overwrites an exisiting, already saved scene.
SHOW LEVEL AS: Change the data display style (percent, decimal, or hexadecimal.)
ADDRESSES: Change the visible DMX range to ALL (1-512) or OPEN (currently input.)
CLEAR: Clears all of the current values, and restarts.
SOURCE: Select DMX IN or NETWORK as the incoming DMX signal source.

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Send DMX:
This unit can send DMX, and display
values for every channel on each row.
Scenes can also be saved, or loaded in
from the MicroSD card storage.
Use the stylus pen to highlight the Master
or other channel from CH001-CH512.
Then hold down and drag the stylus left or
right, changing the values from 000-255.
The OPTION button allows access to:
CLEAR: Clears all value settings, restoring the
default values.
STORE/REPLACE SCENE: Saves new, or
overwrites an exisiting scene (excluding Master.)
LOAD SCENE: Load previously saved scenes from the microSD card.
REFRESH RATE: Set the DMX refresh rate from 5Hz-40Hz.
To send Art-Net/sACN to the DMX output jack:
1.) In the OPTIONS interface, set network port as ON or AUTO, set network protocol as
Art-Net or sACN, and set corresponding network universe.
2.) Enter into RECEIVE DMX interface, click OPTION, set the signal source as network,
thenanyreceivedArt-Net/sACNdatawillbetransferredoutfromtheDMXoutputjack.
Cable Tester:
Connect a cable to the DMX Input and
Outputjacks.For3-pincabletesting,use
the included 3 to 5-pin male/female XLR
adapters.
Upon selecting CABLE TESTER from
the FUNCTION MENU, BUDDHA™
will automatically start testing pins 1-5,
scanning each for connectivity.
You will see a solid line extending from
each Input to Output (pins 1-5) that make
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Channel Tracer:
This function is used to test DMX signal
real-time values, shown in curves.
6 channels of data can be shown at the
sametimeindierentcoloredcurves.The
DMX channel being analyzed for each of
the 6 can also be changed to any DMX
channel ranging from CH001-CH512.
To change the value of any channel to be
analyzed, use the stylus pen to highlight
it (bottom colored text), then either press
the on-screen right/left arrows found
on either side of the text, or use the
<RIGHT> and <LEFT> menu buttons to
change its value to another channel.
Either by double clicking the colored text
with the stylus, or by pressing the <ENTER> button while any is highlighted
will disable the display of that certain highlighted channel (NULL).
Timing Analyzer:
This function of BUDDHA™ will allow you
to analyze DMX timings.
Select TIMINGS from the MENU, and
connect a DMX source to the DMX input.
Analysis of timing will show you:
DMX SIGNAL: Shows if a connected DMX
signal is OK or faulty.
REFRESH RATE: Shows the numbers of
frames received per second.
BREAK LENGTH: Shows the length of the
break in microseconds.
MARK AFTER BREAK: the MAB (mark after break) in microseconds.
CHANNELS RECEIVED: Shows the number of channels received.

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BREAK LENGTH MAB LENGTH
USITT DMX-512/1986 ≥88us ≥4us
USITT DMX-512/1990 ≥88us ≥8us
ANSI E1.11-2004 ≥92us ≥12us
Refresh Rates:
<1 frame per second Not compliant to standard.
1-10 frames per second Very slow, compliant to standard, but may cause problems
with some equipment.
10-25 frames per second Slow
25-44 frames per second Typical for most equipment
44 frames per second Maximum speed when sending all 512 channels
>44 frames per second Only possible when sending less than 512 channels. Com-
pliant to standard, but may cause problems with some
equipment.
Please refer to ANSI E1.11 for more detailed information on DMX-512 timings. The accu-
racy of this unit’s timing measurement is within approximately 1.5 microseconds.
Flicker Finder:
This function is used to test the stability
of DMX signals. It can help you detect
signal problems such as:
• Signal interruptions
• Channel quantity changes
• Channel value changes
It can be used to help troubleshoot
a wide range of equipment including
DMX boosters, splitters, stability of a
network, stability of DMX controller, and
if faders shake without pushing.
CH 511 CH 512 STARTCODE MAB CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4 BREAK

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Scanning for Flickers:
1.)Congureyourconsoletosendanon-changingstaticscene,oraStatic DMX Look. This
lookshouldnotconsistofonlyzeros.Then,replacetheickeringxturewithBUDDHA™.
2.) In the main menu of BUDDHA™, select FLICKER FINDER.
3.)AdjusttheCompare Limit if needed (001-255.) Normally, it should be set to 001.
4.) Press the START button to start scanning.
5.) Let the Flicker Finder run for some time. The longer you let the Flicker Finder run, the
more you can be sure that your transmission is OK.
During scanning, the Flicker Finder will immediately report any of the following:
• TIME NO SIGNAL: Accumulated time that no signal was received.
• CHANNELS WITH ERR: The number of channels where DMX values have been
receivedanddierbymorethantheconguredCompare Limit.
• FRAMING ERRORS: The number of framing errors detected
• CHANGES OF #CHS: Shows how many times the number of channels has changed.
To stop or pause scanning, press STOP. An interrupted scan may be resumed simply by
pressing the START button again. To clear previous errors, press CLEAR ERR.
Interpreting the Results
• TIME: The accumulated scan time.
• TIME NO SIGNAL: Accumulated time that no signal was received.
• CHANNELS WITH ERR: The number of channels where DMX values have been
receivedanddierbymorethantheconguredCompareLimit.
• FRAMING ERRORS: The number of framing errors detected.
• CHANNELS RECEIVED:Totalchannelsreceivedjustbeforescanningstopped.
• CHANGES OF #CHS: Shows how many times the number of channels has changed.
If the TIME NO SIGNAL is greater than 0, it probably indicates an issue with your DMX
setup. These count after no valid incoming signal has been received for more than 1
second.Itisnottypicallythekindofissuethatwouldleadtoickering.
FRAMING ERRORS are also signs of problems with the DMX transmission setup.
Non-zero CHANNELS WITH ERRaregoodindicatorsofickerscausedbytheDMX
transmission(iftheDMXsourceisdenitelysendinganon-changing look.) The Details
Window will give you more information about each channel where an error is found:
• CH: Lists the channels where value changes are detected
• REFERENCE: The channel value when initially tested
• ERROR: Error counter, +1 for every time
Withickers,thereshouldnormallybeasmallnumberoferrorscomparedtocomparedto
total number of received values, giving you a good idea of the source of the problem.

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Sequence:
This function is used to create, edit, and play
chases. Chases can consist of a group of scenes
that you have created and saved during use of
SEND DMX or RECEIVE DMX menu functions.
Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to scroll through
the options in the Edit Chase and Play Chase
windows, or you can directly use the stylus and
touch screen to click the buttons.
New/Save: When you start a new chase, you
can keep the default name or rename it. To save
the chase after adding steps, click Save.
Load/Add: These buttons are used to open a
chase, or add a step. You can also insert a step
after, or delete a currently active step by using
the left/right arrow buttons to navigate through
the steps, and press Add or DEL.
Load/Open Chase: These buttons allow you to select a saved chase to open in either the
Edit Chase and Play Chase windows.
Play/Stop: Play or stop the currently opened chase sequence.
There are 3 sliders in the bottom Play Chase window which allow you to control the Master
(0-255), Speed (slow-fast), and Fade (0-100%).
PWM Tester:
This function is used to check the PWM
frequency and duty ratio. (Will made us put the
following information in the manual because he
likes to lecture people to sound smart):
PWM = Pulse Width Modulation. LED dimming relies
on human physiology, namely a phenomenon called
“Persistence of Vision.” It’s the same phenomenon that
allows us to see video or movies as moving pictures
versus a series of still frames. In the case of LEDs, the
PWM rate is a measurement of the number of times per
second the LED is cycling between its ON and OFF state
to generate a perceived brightness.
Duty Cycle = The percentage of time the LED is in
its “ON” state. This should roughly equate to the
“dimming” value. For instance, a Duty Cycle of 50%
means the LED is on 50% of the time, o 50% of the
time. If the LED and our vision behaves/responds to
this in a linear fashion, we would perceive the LED as
being at about 50% intensity compared to maximum.
1.)Pointthelightsensorlocatedonthebottomoftheunitatalightingxture.
2.) Press and hold down the <ENTER> button.
3.) When the data is stabilized, release the <ENTER> button.
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MIDI Test:
Usually, MIDI is one-way. If you want to
receive and send signal, then normally you
would need two separate connectors. To
make it easy to test and use, we designed
BUDDHA™ with two-way MIDI, that is able
to receive and send MIDI signal.
The MIDI test function in BUDDHA™
supports normal MIDI three-byte
instructions.Therstbyteisthestatus
byte, which includes instructions of
NoteO,NoteOn,andMIDIchannel
information. The second and third bytes
are attached parameters of instructions.
Usually, the corresponding parameter
meanings can be found in the MIDI list of
your MIDI device.
This MIDI test is used to test the MIDI signals sent from controllers or MIDI
xtures,andcansendoutMIDIsignaltootherdevices.
Enter the MIDI TEST function, and if the unit is receiving MIDI signal,
corresponding instructions can be seen on the display. If you want to send out a
MIDI signal, press the SEND button on bottom left corner. Instruction data can
be entered into the three boxes to the right of the SEND button.
Use the <CH+> and <CH-> buttons to move the highlighted text from the
SEND button to the instruction input boxes, and press <ENTER>, or directly
click the boxes using the stylus pen to bring up the keyboard. You can enter
input instruction parameters for each value.
Both decimal and hexadecimal options are possible to input. To input as a
decimal,add“d”or“D”astheprex(forexample,toinput100asdecimal,
inputd100orD100.)Ifyouwanttoinputashexadecimal,add“h”or“H”asthe
prex(forexample,inputh64orH64.)
Whennished,presstheSEND button to send out the MIDI signals.
• TIME: The time to receive or send out instructions (hexadecimal)
• ST, D1, D2: MIDI instruction, original data (hexadecimal)
• CH: MIDI channel information (01-16)
• EVENT:Instructiontypes(NoteO,NoteOn...)
• SEND BUTTON: Used to send out MIDI instructions
• INPUT BOXES: Used to input MIDI send instruction parameters

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RDM Controller:
Asofrmwareupdate:BUDDHA_V18
(see: Updating the Firmware, p.17), RDM
Controller has been added to the function
menu,allowingyoutodiscover,congure,
and monitor any RDM (Remote Device
Management)enabledxtures.
First, ensure that your RDM enabled
xture(s)arepoweredonandconnected
in-line with Buddha’s DMX output, then
enter the RDM Controller function from
the menu list. The initial screen in the
RDM Controller is the Device List.
There are 3 buttons found on the bottom
of the screen:
• DISCOVER: Incremental discovery
• FULL DIS: Full discovery
• RETURN: Used to navigate to the previous higher-level menu item.
FULL DIS is full discovery. Using this
option, any previously discovered list will
be cleared, mute marks deleted, and it
will discover all currently connected RDM
xtures.Fortheinitialdiscoveryprocess,
you should use FULL DIS.
DISCOVER is an incremental discovery,
addingnewxturestoacurrentlist,
without any changes made to previously
discovered units. Also note, if the
DMX cable is disconnected, previously
discoveredxtureswillnotberemoved.
After discovery has been completed,
youwillseeyourxture(s)listedinthe
Device List screen. Use the stylus pen
toclickonanyxture,orusethe<UP/
DOWN> and <ENTER> buttons to
navigate and enter into the Command
Listofanyxture.
The available options within the Command Listperxturewillvary,depending
onthesupportedoptionsofyourRDMenabledxtures.

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The following parameters are currently
supported by BUDDHA:
• DEVICE INFO
• MANUFACTURER LABEL
• DEVICE LABEL
• FACTORY DEFAULTS
• SOFTWARE VERSION LABEL
• DMX PERSONALITY
• DMX PERSONALITY DESCRIPTION
• DMX START ADDRESS
• SENSOR
• PAN INVERT
• TILT INVERT
• PAN TILT SWAP
• DISPLAY INVERT
• IDENTIFY DEVICE
• RDM RESET DEVICE
Some of the available RDM parameters are informational (read only), while
others will be editable, allowing you to make changes remotely.
*Newer rmware versions may support additional undocumented parameters.
About RDM (Remote Device Management):
RDM was originally developed by the Entertainment Services and Technology
Association-TechnicalStandards(ESTA)andisociallyknownas“ANSIE1.20,
Remote Device Management Over DMX512 Networks.
It is a protocol that sits on top of the normal DMX512 data standard. DMX512
isaunidirectionalprotocol,whichmeansthatthedataowsinonedirection–
from the control desk to the lights. With RDM, the DMX512 system becomes a
bi-directional (half-duplex) system.
All DMX512 products do not inherently support RDM. Only RDM ‘enabled’
productswillactuallyusetheRDMstandard,sopleasecheckthespecications
ofyourequipmentrst.
RDM can provide users with:
• Identicationandclassicationofconnecteddevices
• Addressing of devices controllable by DMX512
• Statusreportingofxturesorotherconnecteddevices
• CongurationofxturesandotherDMXdevices

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Touch Screen Calibration
When needed, use the touch screen calibration to ensure proper cursor position.
1.) Press MENU, select OPTIONS, then Touch Screen Calibration.
2.) To start calibration of the touch screen, use the stylus pen to click on the crosshair in
the top corner of the screen.
3.)Afterclickingontherstcrosshair,itwillmovetoanotherlocation.
4.) Each time you click it, it will change positions on the screen. Continue to click the new
positions until the calibration process has completed.
5.) Once complete, click on the screen to exit.
How to send and receive DMX using Art-Net and sACN
BUDDHA™ is capable of receiving or broadcasting Art-Net or sACN (ANSI E1.31 streaming
Architecture for Control Networks).
1.) In the OPTIONS interface, select the protocol (Art-Net or sACN), universe and sub-
universe for transmission/reception.
2.) To Receive: In the RECEIVE DMX interface, click the option button in the bottom
right corner. Then choose Source -> Network.
3.) To Broadcast: The network function is available in DMX output. If choosing to use
network function in SEND DMX and SEQUENCE function options menu, the device will use
the network to send DMX data at the same time (Art-Net/sACN).
System Settings
1.) Device Name Renamethedevice(≤16characters)
2.) Backlight Brightness LCD backlight brightness (10%-100%)
3.)TurnOIfIdle Turnoautomaticallyifidle(availablewithbatterypower)
4.) Date Set the date
5.) Time Set the time
6.) IP Address Set the IP address
7.) NetMask Set the NetMask
8.) Network Port Setthenetworkportworkingmode(on/o/auto)
9.) Network Universe Set the network universe parameters
10.) Network Protocol Select network protocol: Art-Net, sACN, Disable
11.) Delete Scene File Delete saved scenes on the MicroSD card
12.) Delete Chase File Delete saved chases on the MicroSD card
13.) Default Settings Restore all default factory settings
14.) Firmware Version Showsthecurrentrmwareversion
15.) Touch Screen Calibration Touch screen calibration
Navigation: You will see yellow highlighted <RIGHT> and <LEFT> on-screen buttons
on either side of the OPTIONS menu screen. These two buttons work in the same way
as the <CH+> and <CH-> buttons on the unit, and can be used to scroll through the
available options (or click your desired option on touch screen.)
Manual Settings: You can set the Date, Time, Ip Address, and NetMask using the
keyboard. When making changes using keyboard, the type formatting must remain the
same as currently shown.Invalid formatting or characters will result in an input error.
Network Universe: When entering in the Network Universe parameters, input the number
directly(noprex.)
Default Settings: To restore the factory default settings, highlight Default Settings, and
press the <ENTER> button (NO changes to YES.) Press <ENTER> again to restore.

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4. APPENDIX
Keeping Your BUDDHA™ As Good As New
The unit you’ve received is a rugged, tough piece of professional equipment,
and as long as you take care of it, it will take care of you. That said, like
anything, you’ll need to take care of it if you want it to operate as designed.
You should absolutely keep the unit clean, especially if you are using it in an
environment with a lot of dust, fog, haze, wild animals, wild teenagers or spilled
drinks.
Whenever it is not in use, keep BUDDHA and it’s accessories in it’s case. You
wouldn’t throw a prized guitar, drumset, or other piece of expensive gear into a
gear trailer without a case, and similarly, you shouldn’t even think about doing
it with your shiny new BUDDHA™.
Common sense and taking care of your BUDDHA™ will be the single biggest
thing you can do to keep it running at peak performance and let you worry
about designing a great light show, putting on a great concert, or maximizing
yourclient’ssatisfactionand“wowfactor.”That’swhatit’sallabout,afterall!
Returns (Gasp!)
We’ve taken a lot of precautions to make sure you never even have to worry
about sending a defective unit back, or sending a unit in for service. But, like
any complex piece of equipment designed and built by humans, once in a while,
somethingdoesn’tgoasplanned.Ifyoundyourselfwithaunitthatisn’t
behaving like a good little unit should, you’ll need to obtain a Return Authoriza-
tion (RA).
Don’t worry, this is easy. Just go to our website and open a support ticket at
www.blizzardlighting.com/support, and we’ll issue you an RA. Then, you’ll need
to send the unit to us using a trackable, pre-paid freight method. We suggest
using USPS Priority or UPS. Make sure you carefully pack the unit for transit,
and whenever possible, use the original box & packing for shipping.
When returning your unit for service, be sure to include the following:
1.) Your contact information (Name, Address, Phone Number, Email address).
2.) The RA# issued to you
3.) A brief description of the problem/symptoms.
We will, at our discretion, repair or replace the unit. Please remember that any
shipping damage which occurs in transit to us is the customer’s responsibility,
so pack it well!
Shipping Issues
Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper, and
must be reported to the carrier immediately upon receipt of the items.
Claims must be made within seven (7) days of receipt.

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Tech Specs!
Hardware:
• Display type: Full-Color LCD
• Display resolution: 240x320 pixel
• Memory: microSD card
• DMX in port: 5-pin male connector (includes 3-pin adapter)
• DMX out port: 5-pin female connector (includes 3-pin adapter)
• DMX ports electrical standard: ANSI E1.11 / ANSI E1.20
• RJ45 port supports TCP/IP, ArtNet™; DHCP & Static IP assignment
• USB port: Micro USB B type
• Battery: 9V battery (battery not included)
• USB Power consumption: 300mA max
• Cable tester: 3/5-pin, open circuit, short circuit, wrong wiring
• Operating temperature: 0°C to +45°C / 32°F to 113°F
• Dimensions: 2.6 x 4.5 x 1.8 inches (66.5 x 115 x 44.5mm)
• Weight: 342.3g
Firmware:
• Received DMX channels: 512
• Transmitted DMX channels: 512
• Refresh rates: 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 frames per second
•Transmitterbreaklength:160-180microseconds(notcongurable)
•TransmitterMABlength:28-32microseconds(notcongurable)
• Timing measurement: Frames per second / Break / MAB
• Display formats: Percent, Decimal, Hexadecimal
• DMX scene storage: microSD card, 512 channels each
• Number of sequences: microSD card storage capacity dependent
• Steps in sequence: 99
Updating the Firmware:
1.)DownloadthelatestBUDDHA™rmwareupdatefromourwebsite.Itcanbe
found on the BUDDHA™ product webpage at www.blizzardlighting.com.
2.) Using your computer, create a folder called RECORDER on the microSD
card(ifnotalreadypresent),andcopythermwarele“xxx.upf”intoit.
3.) Insert the microSD card into BUDDHA™.
4.) Have a battery in the unit so it can be powered up by using the battery.
5.)TurnyourBUDDHA™o.
6.) Now press and hold down the <ENTER> and <CH+> buttons at the same
time, and then press and hold the <MENU> button (while still holding
down the others),untilyouseethatyouareinrmwareupdatedmode,then
release all of the buttons.
7.) Using <CH+> and <CH->buttons,selectthenewrmwareupdatele,
then press the <ENTER>buttontoconrm.BUDDHA™willbegintoupdatethe
rmware,andwillrestartautomaticallyoncetheupdatehascompleted.

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Enjoy your product!
Our sincerest thanks for your purchase!
--The team @ Blizzard Lighting