Blizzard Lighting ProPar I7 User manual

Blizzard Lighting, LLC
www.blizzardlighting.com
Waukesha, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2016

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ProPar™ I7 LED Par Can 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™ I7 5
Main Features 5
DMX Quick Reference 5
The ProPar™ I7 Pin-up Picture 6
3. Setup 7
Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch Of ProPar™ I7 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
4. Operating Adjustments 10
The Control Panel 11
Control Panel Menu Structure 11
 LEDIdentication      11
DMX Mode 12
Set the Starting DMX Address 12
Select the DMX Channel Mode 12
Slave Mode 12
Auto Mode 12
Sound Active Mode 12
Test Mode 12
Menu Key Lock 12
Test Mode 12
Menu Display Timer 12
DMX Values In-Depth 13
Macro Colors 14
 ShapeSelection,ShapeSpeed,andShapeOset   15
Zoom Rotation 16
Troubleshooting 16
5. Appendix 17
A Quick DMX Lesson 18
Keeping Your ProPar™ I7 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 ProPar™ I7 Professional LED Fixture
• An Ever-So-Handy Power Cord
• This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of The Box
CongratulationsonyourpurchaseofthewaycoolProPar™I7LEDxture!Nowthatyou’ve
got your ProPar™ I7 (or hopefully, I7s) , 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 ma-
terial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.
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/
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.
blizzardlighting.com.
Author: Date: Last Edited: Date:
J. Thomas 9/26/2016 J. Thomas 9/26/2016

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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/support.

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2. MEET THE PROPAR™ I7
MAIN FEATURES
• 7* high output 15W RGBW 4-in-1 LEDs
•Innitebidirectionalrotatinglens
• Individually controllable LEDs + shape and background color
•Multi-beameectswithzoomable4-60° beam angle
• 2500-8000K Linear CTO
• LED drive current: 1A
• User selectable 32-bit dimming modes
•0-20Hzstrobeeects
• 3-pin male/female input and outputs
• PowerCon™ compatible AC power In/Out connectors
CONTROL:
• Protocol: USITT DMX-512
• DMX Channels: 23/51-channel
• Easy-to-use 4-button LCD control panel
• Operating Modes: Standalone, Master/Slave, Auto, Sound Active
DMX Quick Reference (23/51-Channel Modes)
23CH 51CH What It Does
1 1 Red Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
2 2 Green Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
3 3 Blue Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
4 4 White Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
5 5 Linear CTO
6 6 Macro Color
7 7 Strobe
8 8 Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
9 9 Dimming Mode
10 10 Reset
11 11 Zoom
12 12 Zoom Rotation
13 13 Shape Selection
14 14 Shape Speed
15 15 Shape Fade
16 16 Shape Red Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
17 17 Shape Green Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
18 18 Shape Blue Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
19 19 Shape White Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
20 20 Shape Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
21 21 Background Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
22 22 Shape Transition
23 23 ShapeOset
-- 24 LED 1 Red
-- 25 LED 1 Green
-- 26 LED 1 Blue
-- 27 LED 1 White
-- -- --
-- -- --
-- -- --
-- -- --
-- 48 LED 7 Red
-- 49 LED 7 Green
-- 50 LED 7 Blue
-- 51 LED 7 White

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Figure 1: The ProPar™ I7 Pin-Up Picture
7* 15W RGBW
4-in-1 LEDs
Dual Mounting
Brackets
Figure 2: The Rear Connections
Fuse
Cover
Power
Out
3-Pin
DMX Out
4-Button LCD Control Panel
3-Pin
DMX In
Power
In
Safety
Loop
Locking
Knobs
Heavy-Duty
Composite Housing
Zoomable
and Rotatable
Lens with
4-60°
Beam Angle

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3. SETUP
Fuse Replacement
Remove the fuse holder from of its housing. Then take out the dam-
aged fuse from its holder and replace with exact same type of fuse.
Reattach the fuse holder, and then reconnect power.
Connecting A Bunch of ProPar™ I7 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) 3/5-pin connector side of the
DMX cable to the output (female) 3/5-pin connector
oftherstxture.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the
rstxturewhichwillhavea(female)3/5-pincon-
nectortotheinputconnectorofthenextxture
consisting of a (male) 3/5-pin connector. Then, pro-
ceed 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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4. OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS
The Control Panel
AllthegoodiesanddierentmodespossiblewiththeProPar™I7are
accessedbyusingthecontrolpanelontherearofthexture.There
are 4 control buttons below the LCD display which allow you to navi-
gate 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.
The Control Panel LCD 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>.
Use the <MENU> and <UP/DOWN> buttons to navigate to a desired
menu function. Press the <ENTER> button to select the menu func-
tion currently displayed, or to enable a menu option. To return to the
previous option or menu, press the <MENU> button.
Address
001
MENU UP DOWN ENTER