Blizzard Lighting REANIMATOR User manual

Blizzard Lighting, LLC
www.blizzardlighting.com
Brookfield, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2011-12

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Reanimator™ DMX Effect Light 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 Reanimator™ DMX Effect Light 5
Features 5
DMX Quick Reference 5
The Reanimator™ Pinup Picture 6
3. Setup 7
Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch Of Reanimator™ DMX Effect Lights 7
Data/DMX Cables 7
4. Operating Adjustments 8
Control Panel Menu Structure 8
DMX Mode 8
Master/Slave Mode 8
Sound Active Mode 8
Pattern Playback Adjustments 8
LED display options 8
Troubleshooting 9
5. Appendix 10
Keeping Your Reanimator™ DMX Effect Light As Good As New 10
Returns (Gasp!) 10
Shipping Issues 10
Tech Specs 11

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1. GETTING STARTED
What’s In The Box?
• 1 x Reanimator™ DMX Effect Light
• A swell IEC Power cord & DMX cable
• Warranty Card
• This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of The Box
Reanimation. One of mankind’s strangest pursuits. And yet this light
fixture has nothing whatsoever to do with that. It is, however, a very
cool LED animation effect. SO... now that you’ve been Reanimated™,
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 car-
ton and all packing materials. If a fixture must be returned to the fac-
tory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory
box and packing.
Powering Up!
All fixtures 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 fixtures have a voltage select switch, so
please verify that the fixture you receive is suitable for your local pow-
er supply. See the label on the fixture or refer to the fixture’s specifi-
cations chart for more information. A fixture’s listed current rating is
its average current draw under normal conditions. Check the fixture 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 fixture may
result if the line voltage applied does not match the voltage
indicated on the voltage selector switch. All fixtures 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
W220 N1531 Jericho Ct. Suite E, Waukesha, WI 53186 USA
[email protected] | 1.866.493.6025
www.blizzardlighting.com

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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 fixture.
• This product is intended for indoor use only.
• To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to rain or moisture.
• Make sure there are no flammable 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 fixture using a safety chain. NEVER carry the fixture 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 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 contact Blizzard Lighting at sup-
[email protected].

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2. MEET The Reanimator™DMX Effect
CONTROL FEATURES
• 13 Channel DMX control
• Adjustable chase speed, length and pattern
• Variable electronic dimmer
• Built-in automated programs via DMX and master/slave
• Built-in sound active programs in standalone and DMX modes
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
• 8x8 matrix of TRI-Color LEDs (192 total LEDs)
• Over 1,000 built in patterns!
• LED control panel for easy programming
• Mounting bracket with adjustable knobs
• Durable aluminum & molded case
• No Frankenstein-like side effects (that we are aware of)
DMX Quick Reference
Channel Values What It Does
1 0 <--> 255 Graphic Selection A (0-255)
2 0 <--> 255 Graphic Selection B (+ 0-255)
3 0 <--> 255 Graphic Selection C (+ 0-255)
4 0 <--> 255 Graphic Selection D (+ 0-255)
5 0 <--> 255 Graphic Selection E (+ 0-255)
6 0 <--> 255 Graphic Selection F (+ 0-255)
7 0 <--> 255 Graphic Selection G (+ 0-255)
8 0 <--> 255 Graphic Selection H (+ 0-255)
9 0 <--> 255 Graphic Selection I (+ 0-255)
10 0 <--> 255 Animation/Loop Length
11 0 <--> 255 Animation Loop Start
0/255 = Full Number Of Patterns Dis-
played
1-254 = Begin looping with channel 10
length at pattern #1-254.
12 000 <--> 255 Animation Speed (used when Chan-
nel 13 is in Auto Mode)
13 0
001 <--> 255 Channels 1-9 Active Auto Animation Mode (Channels 10-
12 Active)
NOTE: Channels 1-9 are cumulative, IE if channel 1 is set at 255, then
channel 2 will increment starting with graphic #257. If 1 and 2 are set
at 255, then channel 3 will increment starting with graphic #513, etc.

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Figure 1: The Reanimator™ Pin-Up Picture
Tough Aluminum Case
Reanimation Portal
(Lens)
Figure 2: The Rear Connections
AC Power In/Fuse DMX In DMX Out
Mounting
Bracket &
Knob
Power Switch LED Control Panel

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3. SETUP
Fuse Replacement
With a flat 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 Reanimator™ DMX Effects
You will need a serial data link to run light shows using a DMX-512
controller or to run shows on two or more fixtures set to sync in mas-
ter/slave operating mode. The combined number of channels required
by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fix-
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 fixtures 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 fixtures on a serial data
link is 32 fixtures.
Data/DMX Cabling
To link fixtures 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 specifications 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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4. OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS
DMX Mode
Allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller.
1.) Press the <MENU> button until you reach DMX mode, which appears as
A001 on the LED Readout. Use the <ENTER> button then the <UP> and
<DOWN> buttons to choose a channel between 1and 512. Press <ENTER>
again to confirm.
Master/Slave Mode (Auto/Sound Active):
Allows you to link up to 32 units together without a controller.
1.) Use standard DMX cables to daisy chain your units together via the DMX con-
nector on the rear of the units. It may be necessary to use a terminator at the
last fixture. For more information about terminators, see page 8.
2.) Choose a unit to function as the Master. Select from one of the run modes,
RUN1-RUNF or sound activation. The master unit must be the first unit. Finally,
chain the units together using DMX cable.
Master RUN1-F then <ENTER> to confirm.
3.) Select slave function by using the <UP>/<DOWN> keys to reach A001 in
the menu on the slave units, and they will react in the same as the Master.
Slave A001 then <ENTER> to confirm.
4.) On the master fixture, use the <UP>/<DOWN>/<MENU> keys to reach
RUN1-F/Soud, which allows you to select the Master/Slave mode.
Sound active SoUd then <ENTER> to confirm.
Auto mode RUN1-F then <ENTER> to confirm.
Pattern Playback Adjustments:
Allows you to adjust the playback characteristics of the automatic programs.
Run1 - Run F then <ENTER> to confirm.
Each program is different. Perhaps you should study them in depth and write a
short treatise on the differences. Otherwise, just enjoy them all!
L001-L255 then <ENTER> to confirm.
Adjusts the number of patterns to display
F001-F255 then <ENTER> to confirm.
Adjusts the number of frames to display of each animation
P000-P255 then <ENTER> to confirm.
Animation speed (Slow <--> Fast)
LEon = LED Control Panel remains on
LoFF = LED Control Panel shuts off after approximately 30 seconds.

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Troubleshooting
Symptom Solution
Fixture Auto-
Shut Off Check the fan in the fixture. 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 fixture 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 fixture is operating under correct mode, IE
sound active/auto/DMX/Etc., if applicable. Contact service
for more information.
Chase Speed
Too Fast/Slow Check to ensure proper setup of speed adjustment.
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 Verify that 220V/110V switch is in the correct position, if
applicable. Also check that speed channels are set appropri-
ately.
No Response to
Audio Verify that the fixture is in “Sound Active” mode. Adjust Audio Sensitivity, If Applicable.
Fixture Not
Responding /
Responding Er-
raticly
Make sure all connectors are seated properly and securely.
Use Only DMX Cables.
Install a Terminator.
Check all cables for defects.
Reset fixture(s).
Intermittant
Lamp Check lamp for properly installation. Relamp, lamp may have reached end of life.
Remote Doesn’t
Work Verify remote control cable is installed properly and securely. Verify remote is correct type (CA-9 or other as applicable.)
Fixture Moving
On Its Own Verify proper mode of operation. Is the fixture in “Auto” mode?
If your problem isn’t listed, or if problems persist,
please contact support: [email protected].

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5. APPENDIX
Keeping Your Reanimator™As Good As New
The fixture you’ve received is a rugged, tough piece of pro lighting equip-
ment, 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 fixture 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 fixture running cool and prevent damage from overheating.
In transit, keep the fixtures 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
fixtures.
Common sense and taking care of your fixtures 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 cli-
ent’s satistfaction 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 find yourself with a fixture that isn’t
behaving like a good little fixture should, you’ll need to obtain a Return Authori-
zation (RA).
Don’t worry, this is easy. Just send an email to [email protected],
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 fixture for transit, and whenever possible, use
the original box & packing for shipping.
When returning your fixture 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 fixture. Please remember that
any shipping damage which occurs in transit to us is the customer’s responsibil-
ity, 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.