Blizzard Lighting SnowBlind User manual

Blizzard Lighting, LLC
http://www.blizzardpro.com
Waukesha, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2021

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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 Snowblind 5
Main Features 5
DMX Quick Reference 5
Control 5
Snowblind Pin-Up Picture 6
The Rear Connections 6
3. Setup 7
Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch of UVonix™ Blackstars 7
Data/DMX Cabling 7
Using This Fixture with the WiCICLE® Wireless DMX System 8
Cable Connectors 10
3-Pin??? 5-Pin??? Huh?!? 10
Take It To The Next Level: Setting Up DMX Control 10
Fixture Linking (M/S Mode) 11
Mounting & Rigging 11
4. Operating Adjustments 12
The Control Panel 12
Control Panel Menu Structure 12
DMX Values In-Depth 13
Troubleshooting 13
Keeping Your Snowblind As Good As New 14
Returns (Gasp!) 14
Shipping Issues 14
Tech Specs! 15

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1. GETTING STARTED
What’s In The Box?
• 1 x SnowBlind™
• 1 x Power Cord
• This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of the Box
Congratulations on purchasing one way cool, way exible, way original LED
strobe light! Now that you’ve got your SnowBlind™ (or hopefully, Snow
Blind’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.
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 2/25/2013 J. Thomas 11/8/2021

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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 SNOWBLIND™
Main Features
• 18x 1-watt cool white LEDs
• Variable electronic strobe
• Variable electronic dimmer
• Controlled via 3-channel DMX and master/slave
• Sound active mode in standalone and DMX modes
• Microphone sensitivity adjustment in standalone and DMX modes
• 4-button easy to use LED control panel menu
• Aluminum mounting bracket with locking knobs
• Able to directly power the wiCICLE® wireless system via DMX
• Lightweight and Compact (It kept its New Years’ resolution!)
Control
• Protocol: USITT DMX-512
• DMX channels: 3-channel
• Easy-to-use 4-button control panel with LED display
• Operating modes: DMX-512, M/S, and Sound Active
DMX Quick Reference (3-Channel Modes)
3CH What It Does
1 Dimmer (Low <--> High)
2 Flash Speed (Slow <--> Fast)
3 Microphone Sensitivity Adjustment (Low <--> High)