Blizzard Lighting G-Max 150 User manual

Blizzard Lighting, LLC
www.blizzardlighting.com
Waukesha, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2015
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
G-Max™ 150 LED Moving Head Spot 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 G-Max™ 150 Spot 5
Features 5
DMX Quick Reference 5
The G-Max™ 150 Pin-up Picture 6
3. Setup 7
Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch Of G-Max 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
Mounting Points 10
Clamp Mounting 11
 Securingthexture     11
4. Operating Adjustments 12
The Control Panel 12
Control Panel Menu Structure 13
Channel Mode Selection 13
Language Selection 13
System Reset 13
Manual Adjustments 13
DMX, Auto & Sound Active Modes 13
Invert the Pan and Tilt 13
Flip the LCD Display 13
DMX Channel Values In-Depth 14
Gobo Replacement 16
Troubleshooting 16
5. Appendix 17
A Quick DMX Lesson 17
Keeping Your G-Max™ Spot 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 G-Max™ 150 Moving Head Spot
• An Ever-So-Handy Power Cord
• A Sweet Safety Cable & set of Mounting Brackets
• This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of The Box
Congratulations on your purchase of like, the most totally awesome to the max, G-Max™
150 LED moving head spot, OMG! Now that you’ve got your G-Max™ 150 (or hopefully,
G-Maxes!) , 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, 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. Thomas 3/19/2015 J. Thomas 3/23/2015

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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 de-
cal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 tech-
nical 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.
blizzardlighting.com/tickets.

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2. MEET THE G-MAX™ 150 MOVING HEAD
MAIN FEATURES
• Single 150W white LED spot moving head
• 16-bit smooth pan/tilt resolution
• 540° pan + 270° tilt with 3-phase motors
• Automatic pan/tilt position correction
• 7 colors + open color wheel with half-colors
• 2 gobo wheels, 1 static/1 rotating, both with 7 gobos + open
• 3/8-facet dual prism with variable speed and direction & iris effects
• Automatic and manual focus capabilities
• 0-100% linear LED dimmer
• Internal fan cooling
• 3-pin and 5-pin male/female input and outputs
• PowerCon™ compatible AC power In/Out connectors
CONTROL:
• Protocol: USITT DMX-512
• DMX Channels: 21/23/24
• 4-button menu with LCD icon-based display
• Operating Modes: Standalone, Master/Slave, Auto, Sound Active
DMX Quick Reference (21/23/24-Channel Modes)
Channel Reduced Mode (21ch) Channel Standard Mode (23ch) Channel Extended Mode (24ch)
1Pan 1Pan 1Pan
2 Tilt 2 Fine Pan 2 Fine Pan
3 Pan/Tilt Speed 3 Tilt 3 Tilt
4 Shutter/Strobe Function 4 Fine Tilt 4 Fine Tilt
5 Shutter/Strobe 5 Pan/Tilt Speed 5 Pan/Tilt Speed
6 Dimmer 6 Shutter/Strobe Function 6 Pan/Tilt Function
7 Color Wheel Function 7 Shutter/Strobe 7 Shutter/Strobe Function
8 Color Wheel 8 Dimmer 8 Shutter/Strobe
9 Gobo Wheel 1 Function 9 Color Wheel Function 9 Dimmer
10 Gobo Wheel 1 10 Color Wheel 10 Color Wheel Function
11 Gobo 1 Rotation Functions 11 Gobo Wheel 1 Function 11 Color Wheel
12 Gobo 1 Rotation Speed 12 Gobo Wheel 1 12 Gobo Wheel 1 Function
13 Gobo Wheel 2 Functions 13 Gobo 1 Rotation Functions 13 Gobo Wheel 1
14 Gobo Wheel 2 14 Gobo 1 Rotation Speed 14 Gobo 1 Rotation Functions
15 Prism 15 Gobo Wheel 2 Functions 15 Gobo 1 Rotation Speed
16 Prism Rotation 16 Gobo Wheel 2 16 Gobo Wheel 2 Functions
17 Focus Functions 17 Prism 17 Gobo Wheel 2
18 Focus 18 Prism Rotation 18 Prism
19 Iris Functions 19 Focus Functions 19 Prism Rotation
20 Iris 20 Focus 20 Focus Functions
21 Reset/Display Control 21 Iris Functions 21 Focus
-- -- 22 Iris 22 Iris Functions
-- -- 23 Reset/Display Control 23 Iris
-- -- -- -- 24 Reset/Display Control

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Figure 1: The G-Max™ 150 Pin-Up Picture
Lens
Menu
Buttons
LCD Readout
Figure 2: The Rear Connections
5-Pin DMX In/Out Power SwitchPower In
Head/Arms
Carry Handle
Fuse Cover
3-Pin DMX In/Out Power Out

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3. SETUP
Fuse Replacement
With a phillips head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse holder out of its
housing. Remove the damaged fuse from its holder and replace with
exact same type which is a 5A, 220V fuse. Reattach the fuse holder,
and then reconnect power.
Connecting A Bunch of G-Max™ 150 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 dis-
tance 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x-
ture’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connec-
tor (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connec-
tortotheinputconnectorofthenextxturecon-
sisting 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 re-
quire a slave setting.
Check the “Operating Adjustments” section in this manual for com-
plete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sta-
bility. 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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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. Better safe than sorry!
Be sure to complete all rigging and installation procedures before
connecting the main power cord to the appropriate wall outlet.

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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 using an
M10screwttedthroughthecenterholeof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
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4. OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS
The Control Panel
All the goodies and different modes possible with the G-Max™ 150 are
accessedbyusingthecontrolpanelonthefrontofthexture.There
are 4 control buttons below the LCD display which allow you to navi-
gate through the various control panel menus.
Button Function
<MENU>
<UP>
<DOWN>
<ENTER>
Used to access the menu or to return to a previous menu option.
Scrolls through menu options in ascending order.
Scrolls through menu options in descending order.
Used to select and store the current menu or option within a menu.
Access control panel functions using the four panel buttons located
directly underneath the LCD Display.
The Control Panel LCD Display shows the menu items you select from
the menu map on page #13. 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>.
Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to navigate the menu map
and menu options. Press the <ENTER> button to access the menu
function currently displayed or to enable a menu option. To return to
the previous option or menu without changing the value, press the
<MENU> button.
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Control Panel Menu Structure
Main Function Sub Function Selection What It Does...
Address N/A 001 <-> 512 Sets the DMX address
System Channel Mode Reduced 21-channel DMX mode
Standard 23-channel DMX mode
Extended 24-channel DMX mode
Backlight Auto Backlight turns off after 20s of inactivity
Keep On Backlight is on continually
Reset Head Reset Reset the color & gobo wheels
Pan/Tilt Reset the pan & tilt motors
All Reset Fullxturereset
Channel Pan Pan Adjustment (000-255)
Tilt Tilt Adjustment (000-255)
Strobe Strobe Rate (slow <--> fast)
Dimmer Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
Color Color Wheel (000-255)
Gobo1 Gobo Wheel 1 (000-255)
Gobo1_Rot Gobo 1 Rotation (slow <--> fast)
Gobo2 Gobo Wheel 2 (000-255)
Effect Prism Effect (000-255)
Effect_Rot Prism Rotate (000-255)
Focus Focus (near <--> far)
Iris Iris Adjustment (000-255)
Run Mode--- Auto Program 1 OK / Cancel SetthexturetorunAuto1
Auto Program 2 OK / Cancel SetthexturetorunAuto2
Auto Program 3 OK / Cancel SetthexturetorunAuto3
Sound Control OK / Cancel SetthexturetoruninSoundActiveMode
DMX512 Mode OK / Cancel SetthexturetoruninDMXMode
Option Pan/Tilt Invert Pan Invert pan
Invert Tilt Invert tilt
Swap Pan-Tilt Invert the pan and tilt
Curve Curve 1 Dimming Curve 1
Curve 2 Dimming Curve 2
Curve 3 Dimming Curve 3
Display Normal Normal LCD display
Turn Over Flip the LCD display

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DMX Channel Values In-Depth
Reduced
Mode
Standard
Mode
Extended
Mode
Channel
Value What it does
111000 <-> 255 Pan
-- 2 2 000 <-> 255 Pan Fine (16-Bit Pan)
233000 <-> 255 Tilt
-- 4 4 000 <-> 255 Tilt Fine (16-Bit Tilt)
355000 <-> 255 Movement Speed (fast <--> slow)
-- -- 6 000 <-> 015
016 <-> 031
032 <-> 255
Pan/Tilt Channel Function
Normal Function
Blackout During Pan/Tilt
Normal Function
4 6 7
000 <-> 015
016 <-> 031
032 <-> 047
048 <-> 063
064 <-> 255
Shutter/Strobe Channel Functions
Normal Strobe (strobe speed channel increases speed)
Ramp Up (strobe speed channel decreases speed)
Ramp Down (strobe speed channel decreases speed)
Random strobe (strobe speed channel increases speed)
No Function
5 7 8 000 <-> 031
032 <-> 223
224 <-> 255
Shutter/Strobe
Closed
Strobe speed
Open
689000 <-> 255 Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
7 9 10
000 <-> 015
016 <-> 031
032 <-> 047
048 <-> 063
064 <-> 255
Color Wheel Channel Functions
Normal Color Change
Blackout Between Color Changes
Forward Rainbow Effect (0-255, slow <--> fast)
Backward Rainbow Effect (0-255, slow <--> fast)
Manual Rotation (0-360 degree rotation)
8 10 11
000 <-> 013
014 <-> 027
028 <-> 041
042 <-> 055
056 <-> 069
070 <-> 083
084 <-> 097
098 <-> 111
112 <-> 125
126 <-> 139
140 <-> 153
154 <-> 167
168 <-> 181
182 <-> 195
196 <-> 209
210 <-> 223
224 <-> 237
233 <-> 255
Color Wheel
Open/White
Half Color 1 - White/Red
Full Color 1 - Red
Half Color 2 - Red/Orange
Full Color 2 - Orange
Half Color 3 - Orange/Yellow
Full Color 3 - Yellow
Half Color 4 - Yellow/Green
Full Color 4 - Green
Half Color 5 - Green/Blue
Full Color 5 - Blue
Half Color 6 - Blue/Magenta
Full Color 6 - Magenta
Half Color 7 - Magenta/Lt. Blue
Full Color 7 - Light Blue
Half Color 8 - Light Blue/Pink
Full Color 8 - Pink
Half Color 9 - Pink/Open
9 11 12
000 <-> 015
016 <-> 031
032 <-> 047
048 <-> 063
064 <-> 079
080 <-> 255
Gobo Wheel 1 Channel Functions
Normal Gobo Change
Blackout Between Gobo Changes
Forward Wheel Rotation (slow <--> fast)
Backward Wheel Rotation (slow <--> fast)
Manual Wheel Rotation (0-360 degree rotation)
Gobo-Shake (slow <--> fast)
10 12 13
000 <-> 031
032 <-> 063
064 <-> 095
096 <-> 127
128 <-> 159
160 <-> 191
192 <-> 223
224 <-> 255
Gobo Wheel 1 (Rotating Wheel)
Open
Gobo 1
Gobo 2
Gobo 3
Gobo 4
Gobo 5
Gobo 6
Gobo 7
11 13 14
000 <-> 015
016 <-> 031
032 <-> 047
048 <-> 063
064 <-> 079
080 <-> 095
096 <-> 111
112 <-> 255
Gobo Wheel 1 Rotation Channel Functions
Gobo Indexing
Clockwise Gobo Rotation
Counterclockwise Gobo Rotation
Motion Macro Forward
Motion Macro Forward with Blackout
Motion Macro Backward
Motion Macro Backward with Blackout
Motion Macro Backward

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DMX Channel Values In-Depth (continued)
Reduced
Mode
Standard
Mode
Extended
Mode
Channel
Value What it does
12 14 15
000 <-> 255
Gobo 1 Indexing
Positioning from 0-360 degrees (0-15 set in previous function channel)
000 <-> 007
008 <-> 255
Gobo 1 Forward Rotation Speed
Stop
Increases speed (16-31 set in previous function channel)
000 <-> 007
008 <-> 255
Gobo 1 Backward Rotation Speed
Stop
Increases speed (32-47 set in previous function channel)
000 <-> 255
Gobo 1 Motion Macro Forward/Forward with Blackout Speed
Increases speed (64-79 set in previous function channel)
000 <-> 255
Gobo 1 Motion Macro Backward/Backward with Blackout Speed
Increases speed (80-111 set in previous function channel)
13 15 16
000 <-> 015
016 <-> 031
032 <-> 047
048 <-> 063
064 <-> 079
080 <-> 255
Gobo Wheel 2 Channel Functions
Normal Gobo Change
Blackout Between Gobo Changes
Forward Wheel Rotation (slow <--> fast)
Backward Wheel Rotation (slow <--> fast)
Manual Wheel Rotation (0-360 degree rotation)
Gobo-Shake (slow <--> fast)
14 16 17
000 <-> 031
032 <-> 063
064 <-> 095
096 <-> 127
128 <-> 159
160 <-> 191
192 <-> 223
224 <-> 255
Gobo Wheel 2 (Static Wheel)
Open
Gobo 1
Gobo 2
Gobo 3
Gobo 4
Gobo 5
Gobo 6
Gobo 7
15 17 18
000 <-> 063
064 <-> 127
128 <-> 191
192 <-> 255
Prism
Open
8-Facet Prism
3-Facet Prism
Frost
16 18 19
000 <-> 063
064 <-> 127
128 <-> 191
192 <-> 255
Prism Rotation
Prism Position
Rotate Prism Forward (fast <--> slow)
Rotate Prism Backward (slow <--> fast)
Rotate Prism Forward/Backwards (slow <--> fast)
17 19 20
000 <-> 015
016 <-> 031
032 <-> 047
048 <-> 063
064 <-> 095
096 <-> 255
Focus Functions
Linear Focus (near to far)
5M (16.4 ft.) Auto Focus (gobos and iris)
7.5M (24.6 ft.) Auto Focus (gobos and iris)
10M (32.8 ft.) Auto Focus (gobos and iris)
15M (49.2 ft.) Auto Focus (gobos and iris)
20M (65.6 ft.) Auto Focus (gobos and iris)
18 20 21 000 <-> 255
Focus
Linear Focus (near to far), Auto Focus (ne near to far)
19 21 22
000 <-> 015
016 <-> 031
032 <-> 047
048 <-> 063
064 <-> 255
Iris Functions
Iris Indexing
Iris Effect 1
Iris Effect 1
Iris Effect 2
Iris Effect 2
20 22 23 000 <-> 255
Iris
Indexing (Dia: max. to min.), Pulse effect, open/close (slow <--> fast)
21 23 24
000 <-> 007
008 <-> 015
016 <-> 023
024 <-> 039
040 <-> 055
056 <-> 063
064 <-> 071
072 <-> 079
080 <-> 087
088 <-> 095
096 <-> 255
Reset/Display Control
No Function
All Motors Reset
Pan/Tilt Reset + Lamp Off
Function Reset (color/gobo/iris)
No Function
Display Off
Display ON
No function
No function
Hibernation
No function

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Gobo Replacement
1)Removethegobocoverbyremovingthefourscrewsonthetopofthexturehead.
2) Remove the slot-n-lock gobo from the gobo wheel by lifting up slightly and sliding it out.
3) Using a small tool, pry the tension ring from the gobo holder.
4) Remove the old gobo, insert the new gobo, and replace in the reverse steps of removal.
Troubleshooting
Symptom Solution
Fixture Auto-Shut
Off
Checkthefaninthexture.Ifitisstoppedormovingslowerthan
normal, the unit may have shut itself off due to high heat. This is to
protectthexturefromoverheating.Clearthefanofobstructions,
or return the unit for service.
Beam is Dim Check optical system and clean excess dust/grime. Also ensure that
the 220V/110V switch is in the correct position, if applicable.
No Light Output Checktoensurextureisoperatingundercorrectmode,IEsound
active/auto/DMX/Etc., if applicable.
No Power Check fuse, AC cord and circuit for malfunction.
Blown Fuse Check AC cord and circuit for damage, verify that moving parts are
not restricted and that unit’s ventilation is not obstructed
Slow Movement Check that speed channels are set appropriately.
No Response to
Audio
Verifythatthextureisin“SoundActive”mode.
Adjust Audio Sensitivity, If Applicable.
Fixture Not
Responding /
Responding Er-
ratically
Make sure all connectors are seated properly and securely.
Use Only DMX Cables.
Install a Terminator.
Check all cables for defects.
Resetxture(s).
Fixture Moving
On Its Own
Verifypropermodeofoperation.Isthexturein“Auto”mode?
If your problem isn’t listed, or if problems persist,
please open a support ticket at www.blizzardlighting.com/tickets.

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5. APPENDIX
A Quick Lesson On DMX
DMX (aka DMX-512) was created in 1986 by the United States Institute for Theatre
Technology (USITT) as a standardized method for connecting lighting consoles to lighting
dimmermodules.Itwasrevisedin1990andagainin2000toallowmoreexibility.The
Entertainment Services and Technology Association (ESTA) has since assumed control over
the DMX512 standard. It has also been approved and recognized for ANSI standard clas-
sication.
DMX covers (and is an abbreviation for) Digital MultipleXed signals. It is the most common
communications standard used by lighting and related stage equipment.
DMX provides up to 512 control “channels” per data link. Each of these channels was origi-
nally intended to control lamp dimmer levels. You can think of it as 512 faders on a lighting
console, connected to 512 light bulbs. Each slider’s position is sent over the data link as an
8-bit number having a value between 0 and 255. The value 0 corresponds to the light bulb
being completely off while 255 corresponds to the light bulb being fully on.
DMX data is transmitted at 250,000 bits per second using the RS-485 transmission stan-
dard over two wires. As with microphone cables, a grounded cable shield is used to prevent
interference with other signals.
TherearevepinsonaDMXconnector:awireforground(cableshield),twowiresfor
“Primary” communication which goes from a DMX source to a DMX receiver, and two wires
for a “Secondary” communication which goes from a DMX receiver back to a DMX source.
Generally,the“Secondary”channelisnotusedsodataowsonlyfromsourcestoreceiv-
ers. Hence, most of us are most familiar with DMX-512 as being employer over typical
3-pin“miccables,”althoughthisdoesnotconformtothedenedstandard.
DMXisconnectedusingadaisy-chaincongurationwherethesourceconnectstotheinput
oftherstdevice,theoutputoftherstdeviceconnectstotheinputofthenextdevice,
and so on. The standard allows for up to 32 devices on a single DMX link.
Each receiving device typically has a means for setting the “starting channel number” that
itwillrespondto.Forexample,iftwo6-channelxturesareused,therstxturemight
be set to start at channel 1 so it would respond to DMX channels 1 through 6, and the next
xturewouldbesettostartatchannel7soitwouldrespondtochannels7through12.
The greatest strength of the DMX communications protocol is that it is very simple and
robust. It involves transmitting a reset condition (indicating the start of a new “packet”),
a start code, and up to 512 bytes of data. Data packets are transmitted continuously. As
soonasonepacketisnished,anothercanbeginwithnodelayifdesired(usuallyanother
follows within 1 ms). If nothing is changing (i.e. no lamp levels change) the same data will
be sent out over and over again. This is a great feature of DMX -- if for some reason the
dataisnotinterpretedthersttimearound,itwillbere-sentshortly.
Notall512channelsneedtobeoutputperpacket,andinfact,itisveryuncommontond
all 512 used. The fewer channels are used, the higher the “refresh” rate. It is possible to
get DMX refreshes at around 1000 times per second if only 24 channels are being trans-
mitted. If all 512 channels are being transmitted, the refresh rate is around 44 times per
second.
In summary, since its design and evolution in the 1980’s DMX has become the standard
forlightingcontrol.Itisexible,robust,andscalable,anditsabilitytocontroleverything
from dimmer packs to moving lights to foggers to lasers makes it an indispensable tool for
any lighting designer or lighting performer.

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Keeping Your G-Max™ As Good As New
Thextureyou’vereceivedisarugged,toughpieceofprolighting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xtureclean,especiallyifyouareusingitinan
environment with a lot of dust, fog, haze, wild animals, wild teenagers or spilled drinks.
Cleaning the optics routinely with a suitable glass cleaner will greatly improve the quality of light output.
Keepingthefansfreeofdustanddebriswillkeepthexturerunningcoolandpreventdamagefrom
overheating.
Intransit,keepthexturesincases.Youwouldn’tthrowaprizedguitar,drumset,orotherpieceofex-
pensive gear into a gear trailer without a case, and similarly, you shouldn’t even think about doing it with
yourshinynewlightxtures.
Commonsenseandtakingcareofyourxtureswillbethesinglebiggestthingyoucandotokeepthem
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xturethatisn’t
behavinglikeagoodlittlextureshould,you’llneedtoobtainaReturnAuthorization(RA).
Don’t worry, this is easy. Just go to our website and open a support ticket at
www.blizzardlighting.com/tickets, 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xturefortransit,andwheneverpossible,usetheoriginalbox&packingforshipping.
Whenreturningyourxture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xture.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 re-
ported to the carrier immediately upon receipt of the items. Claims must be made
within seven (7) days of receipt.
18.9 in (480 mm)
15 in (380 mm) 10.2 in (260 mm)

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Tech Specs!
Weight & Dimensions
Width 15 inches (380 mm)
Depth 10.2 inches (260 mm)
Height 18.9 inches (480 mm)
Weight 33 lbs. (15 kg)
Power
Operating Voltage 90-250VAC, 50-60 Hz
Power Consumption 266W, 2.28A, PF: .99
Light Source
LED 150w white LED, 60,000 hours.
Optical
Beam Angle 15 degree beam
Thermal
Max. Operating
Temp.
104 degrees F (40 degrees C) ambient
Control
Protocol USITT DMX-512
DMX Channels 21/23 or 24-channel DMX modes
Input/Output 3/5-pin XLR Male/Female
Other Operating
Modes Standalone, Master/Slave, Auto, Sound Active
Other Information
Ifwatermelonexistswhydoesn’tearthmelon,remelonandairmelon?Theelemelons.
Warranty
2-year limited warranty, does not cover malfunction caused by
damage to LEDs.
Photometric Data: 15° Beam Angle LUX
129,313 @ 1m 45,760 @ 2m 21,577 @ 3m 12,158 @ 4m 7,926 @ 5m
0m 1m 2m 3m 4m 5m
15° Beam Angle

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