Blizzard Lighting ProPar V12 User manual

Blizzard Lighting, LLC
www.blizzardlighting.com
Waukesha, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2013

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ProPar™ V12 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™ V12 5
Main Features 5
Optical Specs 5
Luminous Intensity Chart 5
The ProPar™ V12 Pin-up Picture 6
3. Setup 7
Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch Of ProPar™ V12 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
DMX Personalities 12
ID Address Selection 14
Temperature Control Functions 14
Edit Programs & Scenes 15
Advanced Setup Functions 15
Color Temperature-Based White Balance 16
Menu Key Protection 17
Static Color Display 17
Automatic Programs 17
Run Mode 17
Troubleshooting 18
5. Appendix 19
A Quick DMX Lesson 19
Keeping Your ProPar™ V12 As Good As New 20
Returns (Gasp!) 20
Shipping Issues 20
Tech Specs 21

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1. GETTING STARTED
What’s In The Box?
 •1xProPar™V12ProfessionalLEDPARFixture
 •ThisLovelyUserManual
Getting It Out Of The Box
CongratulationsonpurchasingoneofthecoolestprofessionalLEDParxtures
anywhere! Now that you’re the proud owner of a ProPar™ V12 (or hopefully, V12’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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
Email: [email protected]
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 2/20/2013 J. Thomas 2/20/2013

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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
[email protected].

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2. MEET THE PROPAR™ V12 FLAT LED PAR
MAIN FEATURES:
•UserselectableDMXpersonalitymodes
•FixtureIDaddressassignmentandoperation
•Built-inautomatedprogramsviamaster/slave
•Userdenedprograms/scenesanduploadfeature
•Fixturetemperaturedisplayandprotectionsettings
•Presetoruseradjustablewhitebalancesettings
•Menukeyprotectionsettings
•EasytouseLEDdigitalcontrolpanel
•3-pinmaleinputand3-pinfemaleoutput
•Dualmountingyokeallowsexibilityinpositioning
OPTICAL:
•BeamAngle:25°,FieldAngle:29°
•LightSource:12*15-watt,5-in-1RGBWALEDs
•Flicker-freeconstant-currentLEDdriver
Luminous Intensity:
Lux/Meter All Red Green Blue Amber White
1 Meter 18,750 2,730 5,480 4,530 1,600 6,410
2 Meter 5,690 890 1,630 1,470 520 1,930
CONTROL:
•USITTDMX-512(3/4/5/6/7/12-Channels)
•3-pinInput/Output
•LED4-buttoncontrolpanel

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Figure 1: PROPAR™ V12 Pin-Up Picture
Figure 2: The Rear Connections
AC Power In
DMX In DMX Out
LED
Control Panel
12x 5-in-1 RGBAW LED’sDual Mounting
Yokes & Locking
Knobs
Die-Cast
Aluminum Housing

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3. SETUP
Fuse Replacement
CAUTION! The ProPar™ V12 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™V12fuserequirereplacement,
please contact Blizzard Lighting for instructions, or to return your unit
for service.
Connecting A Bunch of ProPar™ V12 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
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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™ V12
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.
<MENU>
Is used to navigate to the previous higher-level menu item.
<ENTER>
Isusedtoselectandconrm/storethecurrentselection.
<UP>
Scrolls through menu items and numbers in ascending order.
<DOWN>
Scrolls through menu items and numbers in descending order.
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 <MENU> button repeatedly until you reach the desired
menu function. 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.