Blizzard Lighting ProPar Seven.6 User manual

Blizzard Lighting, LLC
www.blizzardlighting.com
Waukesha, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2014

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ProPar Seven.6™ 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 ProPar Seven.6™ LED 5
Features 5
DMX Quick Reference 5
The ProPar Seven.6™ Pin-up Picture 6
3. Setup 7
Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch Of ProPar Seven.6™ PAR Cans 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
Mounting/Rigging 9
4. Operating Adjustments 10
Navigating The Control Panel 10
Control Panel Menu Structure 11
DMX Mode 12
Set The Starting DMX Address 12
Select the DMX Channel Mode 12
Slave Mode 12
Auto, Stand-Alone, & Built-in Program Modes 12
Builit-in Static Colors 12
Auto Mode 12
Custom Program Mode (Standalone) 12
Custom Program Playback 13
Sound Active Mode 13
Set a custom color in Standalone or M/S Mode 13
Manual Color Adjustment (Global) 13
Temperature Settings 13
DMX Channel Values In-Depth 14
Troubleshooting 15
5. Appendix 16
A Quick DMX Lesson 16
Keeping Your ProPar Seven.6™ As Good As New 17
Returns (Gasp!) 17
Shipping Issues 17
Tech Specs 18

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1. GETTING STARTED
What’s In The Box?
• 1 x ProPar Seven.6™ Professional LED PAR Fixture
• This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of The Box
Congratulations! The power of 6-in-1 RGBAW+UV color mixing is now all yours! So now
that you’re the proud owner of a ProPar Seven.6™ (or hopefully, ProPars!), 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 off a switched circuit and cannot be run off 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 is wrong, just give us a call or send an email. We’ll be happy to
help, honest.
Blizzard Lighting
N16 W23390 Stoneridge Dr. Ste E
Waukesha, WI 53118 USA
www.blizzardlighting.com
414-395-8365
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 8/4/2014 J. Thomas 8/7/2014

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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 voltage 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
cord. 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 contact Blizzard Lighting at www.
blizzardlighting.com/tickets.

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2. MEET THE PROPAR SEVEN.6™ LED PAR
MAIN FEATURES:
• User selectable 3/5/8 or 11 DMX channels
• Full color mixing in standalone, master/slave and DMX modes
• Built-in automated programs via master/slave
• Built-in sound activated programs via master/slave
• Easy to use LED digital control panel
• 3-pin male input and 3-pin female output
• Dual mounting yoke allows exibility in positioning
• Aluminum die-casting housing
OPTICAL:
• Beam Angle: 25°
• 4,580 Lux @ 1m, 1,240 Lux @ 2m (full on)
• 1000hz icker-free LED drivers
• Light Source: 7* 15-watt 6-in-1 LEDs, 100,000 hours
CONTROL:
• USITT DMX-512 (3/6/8/11 Channels)
• 3-pin Input/Output
• LED 4-button control panel
DMX Quick Reference
Channel 11-Channel 8-Channel 6-Channel 3-Channel
1 Dimmer Dimmer Red Intensity Hue
2 Red Intensity Red Intensity Green Intensity Saturation
3 Green Intensity Green Intensity Blue Intensity Value
4 Blue Intensity Blue Intensity Amber Intensity ---
5 Amber Intensity Amber Intensity White Intensity ---
6 White Intensity White Intensity UV Intensity ---
7 UV Intensity UV Intensity --- ---
8 Strobe Dimming Modes --- ---
9 Built-in Programs --- --- ---
10 Speed --- --- ---
11 Dimming Modes --- --- ---

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Figure 1: The ProPar Seven.6™ Pin-Up Picture
7x 6-in-1
RGBAW+UV
LEDs
Powder-Coated
Cast Aluminum
Enclosure
Dual Mounting Brackets
Figure 2: The Rear Connections
Menu
Buttons
LED Menu
Display
DMX In DMX Out
Locking Knobs

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3. SETUP
Fuse Replacement
CAUTION! The ProPar Seven.6™ utilizes a high-output switch-mode
power supply with an internal fuse. Under normal operating conditions,
the fuse should not require replacement. The fuse is eld replaceable,
however it is an advanced procedure suited to qualied individuals.
Should your ProPar Seven.6™ fuse require replacement, please contact
Blizzard Lighting for instructions, or to return your unit for service.
Connecting A Bunch of ProPar Seven.6™ 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

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Cable Connectors
Cables must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR
connector 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 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
DMX Data (-) Pin 2 Pin 2
DMX Data (+) Pin 3 Pin 3
Not Used. No Connection. No Connection.
Not Used. No Connection. No Connection.
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.
A quick note: Often,
the setup for Master-
Slave and Standalone
operation requires that
the rst xture in the
chain be initialized for
this purpose via either
settings in the control
panel or DIP-switches.
Secondarily, the xtures
that follow may also
require a slave setting.
Check the “Operating Adjustments” section in this manual for
complete instructions for this type of setup and conguration.
Mounting & Rigging
This xture may be mounted in any SAFE position provided there is
enough room for ventilation.
It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. Mount the
xture using a suitable “C” or “O” type clamp. The clamp should be
rated to hold at least 10x the xture’s weight to ensure structural
stability. Do not mount to surfaces with unknown strength, and ensure
properly “rated” rigging is used when mounting xtures overhead.
Adjust the angle of the xture by loosening both knobs and tilting the
xture. After nding the desired position, retighten both knobs.
• When selecting installation location, take into consideration lamp
replacement access (if applicable) and routine maintenance.
• Safety cables MUST ALWAYS be used.
• Never mount in places where the xture will be exposed to rain,
high humidity, extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation.

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4. OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS
The Control Panel
All the goodies and different modes possible with the ProPar Seven.6™
LED are accessed by using the control panel on the rear of the xture.
There are 4 control buttons below the LED display which allow you to
navigate through the various control panel menus.
<ESC>
Is used to navigate to the previous higher-level menu item.
<UP>
Scrolls through menu items and numbers in ascending order.
<DOWN>
Scrolls through menu items and numbers in descending order.
<ENTER>
Is used to select and conrm/store the current selection.
The Control Panel LED Display shows the menu items you select from
the menu map on page #11. When a menu function is selected, the
display will show immediately the rst available option for the selected
menu function. To select a menu item, press <ENTER>.
Press the <UP/DOWN> buttons to navigate to the desired menu
function. Press the <ENTER> button to select the menu function cur-
rently displayed, or to enable a menu option. Use the <UP/DOWN>
buttons to navigate any submenu options, and press the <ENTER>
button to enable. To return to the previous option or menu without
changing the value, press the <ESC> button.