Blizzard Lighting Flurry Z User manual

Blizzard Lighting, LLC
http://www.blizzardpro.com
Waukesha, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2019

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Flurry™ Z 1
1. Getting Started 3
What’s In The Box? 3
Getting It Out Of The Box 3
Powering Up! 3
Getting A Hold Of Us 3
Safety Instructions (Don’t Stick Your Hand In The Toaster!) 4
2. Meet The Flurry™ Z 5
Main Features 5
DMX Quick Reference 5
The Flurry™ Z Pin-up Picture 6
3. Setup 7
Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch Of Flurry™ Z Fixtures 7
Data/DMX Cables 7
Cable Connectors 8
3-pin??? 5-Pin??? Huh? 8
Take It To The Next Level: Setting up DMX Control 8
Fixture Linking (Master/Slave Mode) 9
Clamp Mounting 9
Securing the Fixture 9
Mounting Points 10
4. Operating Adjustments 12
The Control Panel 12
Control Panel Menu Structure 12
DMX Mode 12
Select the DMX Starting Address 12
Select the Channel Mode 12
Select the DMX Run Mode 12
Master/Slave Mode Settings 12
Auto and Sound Active Modes 12
DMX Channel Values In-Depth 13
5. Appendix 14
Keeping Your Flurry™ Z As Good As New 14
Returns (Gasp!) 14
Shipping Issues 14
Dimensional Drawings 14
Tech Specs 15

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1. GETTING STARTED
What’s In The Box?
• Flurry™ Z
• An Ever-So-Handy Power Cord
• A Set of Mounting Brackets
• This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of The Box
Congratulations on purchasing the Flurry™ Z moving head xture! Now that you’ve got
your Flurry™ Z, 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 a xture must be returned
to the factory, it is important that the xture be returned in the original factory box and
packing.
Powering Up!
All xtures must be powered directly o a switched circuit and cannot be run o a
rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer
channel is used solely for a 0% to 100% switch.
AC Voltage Switch - Not all xtures have a voltage select switch, so please verify that the
xture you receive is suitable for your local power supply. See the label on the xture or
refer to the xture’s specications chart for more information. A xture’s listed current
rating is its average current draw under normal conditions. Check the xture or device
carefully to make sure that if a voltage selection switch exists that it is set to the correct
line voltage you will use.
Warning! Verify that the voltage select switch on your unit matches the line
voltage applied. Damage to your xture may result if the line voltage applied does
not match the voltage indicated on the voltage selector switch. All xtures must
be connected to circuits with a suitable Ground (Earthing).
Getting A Hold Of Us
If something happens goes wrong, please visit www.blizzardpro.com/support and open a
support ticket. 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.
blizzardpro.com.
Author: Date: Last Edited: Date:
J. Thomas 11/11/2019 J. Thomas 11/11/2019

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Please read these instructions carefully. They include
important information about the installation, usage and
maintenance of this product.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Please keep this User Guide for future use. If you sell the unit to someone else, be sure
that they also receive this User Guide.
• ALWAYS make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line volt-
age you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel of the
xture.
• This product is intended for indoor use only.
• To prevent risk of re or shock, do not expose xture to rain or moisture.
• Make sure there are no ammable materials close to the unit while operating.
• The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20in (50cm)
from adjacent surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.
• ALWAYS disconnect from the power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure
to replace with same fuse size and type.
• ALWAYS secure xture using a safety chain. NEVER carry the xture by its head. Use its
carrying handles.
• DO NOT operate at ambient temperatures higher than 104°F (40°C).
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. NEVER try
to repair the unit by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage
or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center. Always
use the same type spare parts.
• NEVER connect the device to a dimmer pack.
• Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the
housing or attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit may
require service, please open a support ticket at www.blizzardpro.com/support.

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2. MEET THE FLURRY™ Z
MAIN FEATURES
• 19* 15W ultra-bright 4-in-1 RGBW LEDs
• Pan: 540°/ Tilt: 280° (8-16 Bit Resolution)
• 3-zone LED ring eects + 5 to 50-degree motorized zoom
• 16 static color presets, 10 built-in color chase macros
• 0% - 100% electronic dimming
• Fast pan/tilt + optional invert for contrasting movements
• Built-in auto and sound active programs
• Fast fade & smooth fade dimming proles
• Internal fan cooling system
• PowerCON® compatible power input/output connections
• Dual omega brackets with 1/4-turn fasteners
CONTROL
• Protocol: USITT DMX-512
• DMX channels: 8/15/23-channel modes
• Easy-to-use 4-button control panel with LCD display
• Operating modes: DMX512, master/slave, auto, sound active
DMX Quick Reference (15/18/38-Channel Modes)
8CH 15CH 23CH What It Does
111Pan
-- 2 2 Fine Pan (16-bit)
2 3 3 Tilt
-- 4 4 Fine Tilt (16-bit)
-- 5 5 Pan/Tilt Speed (fast <-> slow)
3 6 6 Zoom (wide <-> narrow)
4 7 7 Dimmer
-- 8 8 Strobe (slow <-> fast)
-- 9 9 Color Macros
-- 10 10 Color Macro Speed (fast <-> slow)
5 11 -- Red Intensity
6 12 -- Green Intensity
7 13 -- Blue Intensity
8 14 -- White Intensity
-- -- 11 Inside Red
-- -- 12 Inside Green
-- -- 13 Inside Blue
-- -- 14 Inside White
-- -- 15 Middle Red
-- -- 16 Middle Green
-- -- 17 Middle Blue
-- -- 18 Middle White
-- -- 19 Outside Red
-- -- 20 Outside Green
-- -- 21 Outside Blue
-- -- 22 Outside White
-- 15 23 Reset

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Figure 1: The Flurry™ Z Pin-Up Picture
Figure 2: The Rear Connections
Power
Output
Fuse
Holder
Head/Arms 19x 15W 4-in-1
RGBW LEDs
4-Button LCD
Control Menu
DMX
Input
Power
Input
DMX
Output

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Before replacing the fuse, disconnect the power cord.
ALWAYS replace it with the same type and rating.
3. SETUP
Fuse Replacement
Disconnect the power and remove the unit’s power cord. Once the cord has been removed
locate the fuse holder that is located next to the power input/output connections. Using a
phillips head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse holder. Remove the bad fuse and replace with a
new one, then screw the fuse holder back into place.
Connecting A Bunch of Flurry™ Z Fixtures
You will need a serial data link to run light shows using a DMX-512 controller or to run
shows on two or more xtures set to sync in master/slave operating mode. The combined
number of channels required by all the xtures on a serial data link determines the number
of xtures the data link can support.
Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line. Also, connecting
more than 32 xtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically-isolated
splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal.
The maximum recommended cable-run distance is 500 meters (1640 ft). The maximum
recommended number of xtures on a serial data link is 32 xtures.
Data/DMX Cabling
To link xtures together you’ll need data cables.
You should use data-grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to
electromagnetic interference.
For instance, Belden© 9841 meets the specications for EIA RS-485 applications.
Standard microphone cables will “probably” be OK, but note that they cannot transmit
DMX data as reliably over long distances. In any event, the cable should have the following
characteristics:
• 2-conductor twisted pair plus a shield
• Maximum capacitance between conductors – 30 pF/ft.
• Maximum capacitance between conductor & shield – 55 pF/ft.
• Maximum resistance of 20 ohms / 1000 ft.
• Nominal impedance 100 – 140 ohms
For longer cable runs, it is a good idea to have a DMX terminator plug inserted into the
female XLR (DMX output) connector of the last unit. This will properly terminate the data
signal, greatly decreasing the possibility of erratic behavior.

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Cable Connectors
Cables must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connec-
tor on the other end. (Duh!)
CAUTION: Do not allow contact between the common and the xture’s chassis ground.
Grounding the common can cause a ground loop, and your xture may perform erratically.
Test cables with an ohm meter to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not
grounded or shorted to the shield or each other.
3-pin??? 5-Pin??? Huh?!?
If you use a controller with only a 5-pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5-pin to 3-pin
adapter. They are widely available over the internet and from specialty retailers. If you’d like to build your
own, the chart below details a proper cable conversion:
Conductor 3-pin Female (Output) 5-Pin Male (Input)
Ground/Shield Pin 1 Pin 1
Data 1- (Primary Data Link) Pin 2 Pin 2
Data 1+ (Primary Data Link) Pin 3 Pin 3
Data 2- (Optional Secondary Data Link) n/c n/c
Data 2+ (Optional Secondary Data Link) n/c n/c
Take It To The Next Level: Setting Up DMX Control
Step 1: Connect the male connector of the DMX cable to the female connector (output) on
the controller.
Step 2: Connect the female connector of the
DMX cable to the rst xture’s male connector
(input). Note: It doesn’t matter which
xture address is the rst one connected. We
recommend connecting the xtures in terms
of their proximity to the controller, rather than
connecting the lowest xture number rst, and
so on.
Step 3: Connect other xtures in the chain
from output to input as above. Place a DMX
terminator on the output of the nal xture to
ensure best communication.

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Fixture Linking (Master/Slave Mode)
1. Connect the (male) 3-pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female)
3-pin connector of the rst xture.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the rst xture which will have a (female)
3-pin connector to the input connector of the next xture consisting of a (male) 3-pin
connector. Then, proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of
the following xture and so on.
Clamp Mounting
This xture provides a mounting bracket assembly that secures the bottom of the base, the
“Omega Brackets,” and the safety cable rigging point together. When mounting this xture
to truss, be sure to secure an appropriately rated clamp to the omega bracket.
Securing the Fixture
Regardless of the rigging option you choose for your xtures always be sure to secure
your xture with a safety cable. Be sure to only use the designated rigging point found on
the underside of the base assembly for the safety cable. Never secure a safety cable to a
carrying handle.
1.) Clamp
2.) Omega Bracket
3.) ¼ Turn Quick Lock Fasteners
3
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Mounting Points
Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, which includes calculating
working load limits, knowledge of the installation material being used, and
periodic safety inspection of all installation material and the xture. If you
lack these qualications, do not attempt the installation yourself. Improper
installation can result in bodily injury.
Caution!
Please be aware, you should have a qualied electrician performing all of your
electrical connection needs.
Be sure to complete all rigging and installation procedures before connecting
the main power cord to the appropriate wall outlet.