Blizzard Lighting Flurry EXA User manual

Blizzard Lighting, LLC
www.blizzardlighting.com
Waukesha, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2015

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Flurry EXA™ Moving Head Fixture 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 EXA™ Moving Head 5
Features 5
DMX Quick Reference 5
The Flurry EXA™ Pin-up Picture 6
3. Setup 7
Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch Of Flurry EXA™ 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
Mounting/Rigging 9
 UsingthisxturewiththewiCICLE®WirelessDMXSystem 10
4. Operating Adjustments 12
Navigating The Control Panel 13
Control Panel Menu Structure 13
Set The DMX Starting Address 14
Slave Mode 14
Auto Mode 14
Sound Active 14
Manual Adjustments 14
Menu Password Protection 14
System Reset 15
Restore Factory Settings 15
DMX Channel Values In-Depth 15-16
Photometric Data 16
5. Appendix 17
A Quick DMX Lesson 17
Troubleshooting 17
Keeping Your Flurry EXA™ As Good As New 18
Returns (Gasp!) 18
Shipping Issues 18
Tech Specs 19

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1. GETTING STARTED
What’s In The Box?
• 1 x Flurry EXA™ Moving Head Fixture
• An Ever-So-Handy Power Cord
• A Sweet Mounting Bracket
• This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of The Box
CongratulationsonpurchasingFlurryEXA™,thefunsizedmovingspotheadxturethat
is small in stature, but big where it counts! Now that you’re the proud owner of a Flurry
EXA™ (or hopefully, Flurry EXA’s™!), 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 is wrong, please just visit our website at www.blizzardlighting.com
and open a support ticket. We’ll be happy to help, honest.
Blizzard Lighting
N16 W23390 Stoneridge Dr. Ste E
Waukesha, WI 53188 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. Henry 4/15/2015 J. Henry 4/20/2015

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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 visit our support website at:
www.blizzardlighting.com/tickets.

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2. MEET THE FLURRY EXA™ MOVING HEAD
MAIN FEATURES:
• Ultra-bright 4x15W 6-in-1 RGBAW+UV LEDs
• Pan: 540º/ Tilt: 220º (8-16 Bit Resolution)
• 25° beam angle
•Excellent,portable,movingheadwashxture
• Built-in automated programs via master/slave
• Built-in sound activated programs via master/slave
• Ultra-smooth 16-bit dimming system
• Defeatable pan/tilt correction with trim adjustment
• Intelligent fan cooling system with temperature auto detect
•1-10Hz/secondstrobeeects
• 3-pin male input and 3-pin female output
• Compact, high quality housing
CONTROL:
• USITT DMX-512 (15-channels)
• Easy-to-use 4-button LCD control panel menu
DMX Quick Reference (15-Channel Mode)
Channel What is does
1Pan
2 Tilt
3 Fine Pan
4 Fine Tilt
5 Pan/Tilt Speed (Fast <--> Slow)
6 Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
7 Red (0% <--> 100%)
8 Green (0% <--> 100%)
9 Blue (0% <--> 100%)
10 Amber (0% <--> 100%)
11 White (0% <--> 100%)
12 UV (0% <--> 100%)
13 Strobe (Slow <--> Fast)
14 Auto + Sound Active Mode
15 Motor Reset

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4x15W 6-in-1
RGBAW+UV LEDs
DMX Out Power InputDMX In
Figure 1: The Flurry EXA™ Pin-Up Picture
Figure 2: The Rear Connections
Head/Arms
4-Button
Control Panel
LCD Readout
Fuse HolderPower Switch

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3. SETUP
Fuse Replacement
Withaatheadscrewdriver,wedgethefuseholderoutofitshousing.
Remove the damaged fuse from its holder and replace with exact same
type fuse. Insert the fuse holder back in its place and reconnect power.
Connecting A Bunch of Flurry EXA™ 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mas-
ter/slave operating mode. The combined number of channels required
byallthexturesonaserialdatalinkdeterminesthenumberofx-
tures 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 distanc-
es. 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
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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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USING THIS FIXTURE WITH THE wiCICLE® WIRELESS
DMX SYSTEM
In addition to the unbridled thrill you already
receivedthersttimeyoupluggedinyour
xture,you’llbedelightedtoknowthatThis
xturealsoworksseamlesslywithourwiCI-
CLE®Wireless DMX system, without additional power.
•ONLYxturesbearingthislogoarecertiedforusewiththewiCICLE®
without external power.
• Unauthorized modication and/or using the wiCICLE®with un-
approved xtures may cause damage to the wiCICLE® or xture.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS BLIZZARD LIGHTING RESPON-
SIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE FROM SUCH OPERATION.
• Fixtures bearing the above logo MUST only use cable and connectors
which separate chassis/case ground from cable shielding. Cabling with
the shield connected to the connector’s case/chassis may cause malfunc-
tion and damage to the wiCICLE®orxture.
• wiCICLE®transmitters have additional power requirements and
thereforecannotbepowereddirectlyfromthexture.Youwill
need to utilize the supplied AC/DC adaptor to drive wiCICLE®
transmitters in your system.
WE HAD THIS SPACE, SO WE FIGURED WE’D DRAW
YOU A PICTURE:
Antenna Housing & 1/2-wave
Antenna
Antenna ferrule & articulation
joint
Stainless Steel Housing
Recessed Selector Button
Status LED
3-Pin XLR Connector
(Male on transmitter, Female
on receiver model)