Blizzard Lighting Node:b RGBAL User manual

Blizzard Lighting, LLC
http://www.blizzardpro.com
Waukesha, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2022

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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 4
2. Meet the node:b RGBAL 5
Main Features 5
DMX Quick Reference 5
Node:b™ RGBAL Pin-Up Picture 6
The Rear Connections 6
3. Setup 7
Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch of Node:b Fixtures 7
Data/DMX Cabling 7
Cable Connectors 8
Take It To The Next Level: Setting Up DMX Control 8
Installing a Lens Barrel 8
Insert the Gobo Holder (Prole Lens Barrels Only) 9
Mounting & Rigging 9
4. Operating Adjustments 10
The Control Panel 10
Control Panel Menu Structure 11
Static Mode 12
Dimming Curves 12
Dimming Speed 12
Dimming Frequency 13
DMX Fail 13
Fan Settings 13
System Reset 13
DMX Values In-Depth 13
5. Appendix 14
Keeping Your Node:b™ RGBAL As Good As New 14
Returns (Gasp!) 14
Shipping Issues 14
Tech Specs! 15
Dimensional Drawings 15

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1. GETTING STARTED
What’s In The Box?
• Node:b RGBAL Engine
• Mounting Brackets and Locking Knobs
• Lens Attachment Thumbscrew
• Gobo Holder
• This Lovely User Manual
Optional Accessories (sold separately)
The following accessories are available for this xture. But the lone wolves that
they are, they must be purchased separately. Contact your authorized Blizzard
Lighting dealer for pricing.
• Node:b-LENS-15-30: 15-30° Prole Zoom Lens
• Node:b-LENS-25-50: 25-50° Prole Zoom Lens
• Node:b-LENS-FRESNEL: 16-65° Fresnel Zoom Lens
Getting It Out Of the Box
Congratulations on purchasing the node:b RGBAL. Now that you’ve got your
xture, 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.
Warning! All xtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable
Ground (Earthing).
Getting A Hold Of Us
If something happens to go wrong, visit 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 1/4/2022 J. Thomas 9/6/2022

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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 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.blizzardpro.com/support.

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2. MEET THE NODE:B RGBAL
Main Features
• Light source: 200W RGBAL COB LED
• Engine accommodates prole or fresnel lens barrels (sold separately)
• Small in size, 10cm xture diameter
• Lens: glass optical lens
• 1-25Hz strobe eects
• Flicker-free resolution, perfect for video
• Adjustable LED refresh rates (1000-8000 Hz)
• 16-bit dimming, with 4 user-selectable dimming curves
• User selectable dimming speeds (low/medium/high)
• Dual mounting brackets for exible positioning
• M12 sized bracket holes
• Heavy-duty, xed power cord
• Quiet fan cooling
• 3-pin male/female XLR input & output connections
Control
• Protocol: USITT DMX-512
• DMX channels: 6/9-channels
• Easy-to-use 4-button control panel with OLED display
• Operating modes: DMX-512, standalone
DMX Quick Reference (6/9-Channel Mode)
6-CH 9-CH What It Does
1 1 Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
2 2 Red Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
3 3 Green Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
4 4 Blue Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
5 5 Amber Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
6 6 Lime Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
-- 7 Strobe (slow <--> fast)
-- 8 Dimming Speed
-- 9Dimming Curves

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The Rear Connections
Node:b™ RGBAL Pin-Up Picture
Locking Knobs
Power CordFuse Holder
DMX OutDMX In
Safety LoopControl Menu
Locking
Knob
Locking
Knob
Dual Mounting
Brackets
200W RGBAL
COB LED
Light Source

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Fuse Replacement
Remove the fuse holder from of its housing. Then take out the damaged fuse
from its holder and replace with exact same type of fuse. Reattach the fuse
holder, and then reconnect power.
Connecting A Bunch of Node:b Fixtures
You can use a serial data link to run light shows when using a DMX-512
controller with two or more xtures. 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. 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
Before replacing the fuse, disconnect the power cord.
ALWAYS replace it with the same type and rating.
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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!)
12
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INPUT OUTPUT
Common
DMX +
DMX -
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. You should place a
DMX terminator on the output of the nal
xture to ensure best communication.
DMX OUTDMX IN
First
Fixture
in Chain
Next
Fixture
in Chain
DMX OUTDMX IN
A Word on Termination:
DMX is a resilient communication protocol, however
errors still occasionally occur. Termination reduces signal
errors, and therefore best practices include use of a
terminator in all circumstances. If you are experiencing
problems with erratic xture behavior, especially over
long signal cable runs, a terminator may help improve
performance.
Installing a Lens Barrel
1.) Align the notch of the lens barrel with the marked line on the engine.
2.) Insert the and turn the lens barrel counterclockwise to the secured position.
3.) Fully secure the lens barrel to the xture using the included thumbscrew.

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Mounting & Rigging
This xture may be mounted in any SAFE position provided there is enough
room for ventilation. The fan or vent pathway must never be obstructed.
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 of unknown strength, and ensure properly rated rigging
is used when mounting xtures overhead.
Insert the Gobo Holder (Prole Lens Barrels Only)
1.) Remove the prole lens barrel, align the gobo holder with the barrel slots.
2.) Insert the gobo holder into the slot, and turn counterclockwise to secure.
3.) Align the V-shape on the holder with the marked spot on the lens barrel.
Gobo
Holder
Outer:
Ø 68.6 mmØ 79.4 mm
Inner:
Ø 24 mm
0.4 mm
thick
IMPORTANT: Regardless of the
rigging option you choose for
your xtures, always be sure to
secure your xture with a safety
cable.

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The control panel display shows the menu items you select from the menu map
on page #11. When a menu function is selected, the display will show immedi-
ately 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 options. Press the
<ENTER> button to select 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.
4. OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS
The Control Panel
All the features and dierent modes possible with the node:b™ are accessed by
using the control panel on the rear of the xture. There are 4 control buttons
under to the menu display which allow you to navigate through the various
control panel menus.
<MENU>
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.

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Control Panel Menu Structure
DMX Address Set the starting address (1-512)
Control Mode 6-CH
9-CH
Static Red Red intensity (0% <--> 100%)
Green Green intensity (0% <--> 100%)
Blue Blue intensity (0% <--> 100%)
Amber Amber intensity (0% <--> 100%)
Lime Lime intensity (0% <--> 100%)
Strobe Strobe (slow <--> fast)
Personality Curve Linear
Square law
Inv square law
S Curve
Dim Speed O
Low
Medium
High
Frequency 1000Hz
1200Hz
1500Hz
2000Hz
4000Hz
8000Hz
Fan Mode Full
Auto
Silent
DMX Fail Hold
Blackout
Info Version Shows current rmware version
RDM UID Unique RDM ID
Usage Time Power on Total running hrs.
LED total LED running hrs.
Temperature Celsius (°C)
Fahrenheit (°F)
Reset Yes/No Load factory defaults

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DMX Mode
Allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller.
Select the Channel Mode
1.) Navigate the menu to reach DMX, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select Control Mode, then <ENTER>.
3.) Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select CH-6, or CH-9, and press
<ENTER> to conrm.
Select the Starting DMX Address
1.) Navigate the menu to reach DMX, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select Address, then <ENTER>.
3.) Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select a value from 1-512, and
press <ENTER> to conrm.
Static Mode
1.) Navigate the menu to reach Static, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons highlight Red, Green, Blue, Amber,
Lime, or Strobe, and press <ENTER>.
3.) The Dimmer values will increase/decrease the brightness from 0% to
100%, and Strobe values will change the eect (from slow to fast).
Dimming Curves
1.) Navigate the menu to reach Personality, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use <UP/DOWN> to highlight Dim Curve, and press <ENTER>.
3.) Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select Linear, Square Law, Inv
Square Law, or S Curve, and press <ENTER>.
DMX% DMX% DMX% DMX%
Output
Output
Output
Output
Linear Square Law Inv Square Law S Curve
Note: Smoother (and slower) dimming capabilities can be achieved with use of the 4
available dimming curve settings.
Dimming Speed
Allows you to set a fade speed of either Low, Medium, or High. This can help
simulate fade speeds of incandescent lamps.
1.) Navigate the menu to reach Personality, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select Dim Speed. Press <ENTER>.
3.) Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons highlight O, Low, Medium, or
High, then press the <ENTER> button.

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DMX Values In-Depth (6/9-Channel Mode)
6-CH 9-CH Value What It Does
1 1 000 <-> 255 Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
-- 2 000 <-> 255 Red Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
2 3 000 <-> 255 Green Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
3 4 000 <-> 255 Blue Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
4 5 000 <-> 255 Amber Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
5 6 000 <-> 255 Lime Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
6 7 000 <-> 255 Strobe (slow <--> fast)
-- 8
000 <-> 030
031 <-> 060
061 <-> 090
091 <-> 255
Dimming Speed
O
Low
Medium
High
-- 9
000 <-> 050
051 <-> 100
101 <-> 150
151 <-> 255
Dimming Curves
Linear
Square law
Inverse square law
S curve
Dimming Frequency
1.) Navigate the menu to reach Personality, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select Frequency, then <ENTER>.
3.) Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select a dimming frequency
ranging from 1000Hz-8000Hz, and press <ENTER> to conrm.
DMX Fail
This setting allows you to choose to either hold the last received signal or
blackout the xture if the DMX signal is lost.
1.) Navigate the menu to reach Personality, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select DMX Fail, then <ENTER>.
3.) Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select Hold or Blackout, and
press <ENTER> to conrm.
Fan Settings
1.) Navigate the menu to reach Personality, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select Fan Mode, then <ENTER>.
3.) Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight Full, Auto, or Silent,
and press <ENTER> to conrm.
System Reset
1.) Navigate the menu to reach Reset, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight Yes or No, and press
<ENTER> to conrm, or <MENU> to exit.

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Keeping Your Node:b™ RGBAL 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, you’ll need
to take care of it if you want it to operate as designed. You should 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 expensive 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 visit www.blizzardpro.com/support and open a
support ticket, 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 reported to the carrier immediately upon receipt of the items.
Claims must be made within seven (7) days of receipt.
5. APPENDIX

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Tech Specs!
Weight & Dimensions
LED Engine 13.4" x 3.94" x 3.94" (34 x 10x 10 cm), 5.3 lbs. (2.4 kg)
Power
Operating Voltage 100-240VAC, 50-60 Hz
Power 156W 2.03A, PF: .95
Fuse 5A 110V
Light Source
LED 200W RGBAL COB LED
Control
Protocol USITT DMX-512
DMX Channels 6/9-channel
Input/Output 3-pin XLR male/female
Operating Modes DMX-512, standalone
Warranty
2-year limited warranty, does not cover malfunction caused
by damage to LEDs.
Dimensional Drawings
14.2" (360 mm) 15.7" (398 mm)
7.8" (196 mm)
Engine + 25-50° Lens
Engine + 15-30° Lens
Engine + Fresnel Lens
18.2" (461 mm)
20" (506 mm)
21.7" (550 mm)

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