Blizzard Lighting UVONIX BLACKSTAR 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 UVonix™ Blackstar 5
Main Features 5
DMX Quick Reference 5
UVonix™ Blackstar 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
Cable Connectors 8
3-Pin??? 5-Pin??? Huh?!? 8
Take It To The Next Level: Setting Up DMX Control 8
Fixture Linking (M/S Mode) 9
Mounting & Rigging 9
4. Operating Adjustments 10
The Control Panel 10
Control Panel Menu Structure 11
Starting DMX Address 12
DMX Channel Mode 12
M/S Mode 12
Lost DMX Signal 12
Manual Mode 12
Dimming Curves 12
Dimming Frequency 13
Dimming Delay 13
LCD Backlight Settings 13
System Reset 13
DMX Values In-Depth 13
5. Appendix 14
Keeping Your UVonix™ Blackstar 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?
• UVonix™ Blackstar
• PowerCON-Compatible Power Cord
• Mounting Brackets and Locking Knobs
• Barndoor Attachment
• This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of the Box
Congratulations on your purchase of the UVonix™ Blackstar, high-output 365nm
ultraviolet LED black light xture. Now that you’ve got your Blackstar, 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 2/4/2021 J. Thomas 5/27/2021

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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 UVONIX™ BLACKSTAR
Main Features
• 12x 10W UV LEDs, 50,000+ hour lifetime
• UV-pass lens lters for pure 365nm wavelength
• 30° beam angle
• Electronic dimming & strobe eects
• Flicker-free resolution, perfect for video
• 4 user-selectable dimming curves
• 6 dimming delay settings (5/10/15/20/25/30ms)
• Adjustable LED refresh rates (900Hz-25KHz)
• Barndoor attachment for light shaping
• Dual mounting brackets for exible positioning
• 3/5-pin male/female XLR input & output connections
• PowerCON-compatible input/output connections
Control
• Protocol: USITT DMX-512
• DMX channels: 1/2/4-channels
• Easy-to-use 4-button control panel with LCD display
• Operating modes: DMX-512, M/S, and Standalone
DMX Quick Reference (1-Channel Mode)
1CH What It Does
1 Dimmer
DMX Quick Reference (2-Channel Modes)
2CH What It Does
1 Dimmer
2Dimmer (ne 16-bit)
DMX Quick Reference (4-Channel Modes)
4CH What It Does
1Strobe Eects
2 Dimmer
3Dimmer (ne 16-bit)
4 32-Bit Dimming Curves

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The Rear Connections
UVonix™ Blackstar Pin-Up Picture
12x 10W UV LEDs +
365nm UV-Pass Filters
4-Leaf Barndoor
Assembly
Dual
Mounting
Brackets
& Locking
Knobs
Cooling
Vents
Power Output
Power Input
Fuse
DMX Outputs
DMX Inputs
Safety Loop
Control Menu
Barndoor Lock
& Release
Cooling Vents

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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.
The fuse in this unit is a fast-acting, low breaking capacity 5X20mm glass fuse
with a rating of 3.15A, 250V.
Connecting A Bunch of UVonix™ Blackstars
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. 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!)
To build your own DMX Terminator:
Obtain a 120-ohm, 1/4-watt resistor, and wire it between pins 2 & 3 of the last xture. They are also
readily available from specialty retailers.
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 to
ensure best communication.
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?!?
This xture is equipped with both 3-pin and 5-pin XLR sockets for DMX input and output. The
sockets are wired in parallel. Only use a shielded twisted pair cable designed for RS-485 and 3/5-pin XLR
connectors to connect the controller to the xture, or the xture to another xture.
Conductor 3-Pin Female (Output) 5-Pin Male (Input)
Ground/Shield Pin 1 Pin 1
Data 1- (Primary Data Link) Pin 2 Pin 2
Data 1+ (Primary Data Link) Pin 3 Pin 3
Data 2- (Optional Secondary Data Link) -- Pin 4 - Do Not Use
Data 2+ (Optional Secondary Data Link) -- Pin 5 - Do Not Use
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INPUT OUTPUT
Common
DMX +
DMX -
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
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Fixture Linking (M/S Mode)
1. Connect the male connector side of the DMX cable to the output female
connector of the rst xture.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from
the rst xture which will have a female
connector to the input connector of the next
xture consisting of a male 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.
DMX OUTDMX IN
First
Fixture
in Chain
Next
Fixture
in Chain
DMX OUTDMX IN
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.
IMPORTANT: Regardless of the rigging option you choose for your xtures,
always be sure to secure your xture with a safety cable.
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.
Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, which includes calculating
working load limits, knowledge of the installation material being used, and
periodic safety inspections. If you lack these qualications, do not attempt the
installation yourself.
Bracket
Clamp
Safety
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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 im-
mediately 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 UVonix™ Blackstar are
accessed by using the control panel on the rear of the xture. There are 4 con-
trol buttons under to the LCD 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 Address Set the starting address (001-512)
Operate Mode Mode
DMX-CH
1CH
2CH
4CH
Mode
Ma./Sa.
Slave
Master
Mode
LostDMX
Blackout
Hold
Mode
Manual
Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
Strobe
000 <-> 015
016 <-> 075
076 <-> 135
136 <-> 195
196 <-> 215
216 <-> 235
236 <-> 255
No function
Strobe
Pulse eect
Random strobe
Gradual eect 1
Gradual eect 2
Gradual eect 3
System Setting Sys.Set
DimCurve
Linear
Log
Exp
S-Curve
Sys.Set
DimFreq.
PWM frequency: 1500Hz
900Hz 2500Hz
1000Hz 4000Hz
1100Hz 10KHz
1200Hz 15KHz
1300Hz 20KHz
1400Hz 25KHz
Sys.Set
DimDelay
Dimming delay: 15ms
OFF 20ms
5ms 25ms
10ms 30ms
Sys.Set
Display
Bk.Light
(LCD Backlight)
On (constant on)
O
Sys.Set
Default
Default No
Yes (factory reset)
Status Info Sys.Info
Firmware
Firmware version
Sys.Info
Op. Hours
Total hours in use
Sys.Info
Temp
Led.Temp (xxxC)
Led.Temp (xxxF)
Sys.Info
Fan
Fan.Volt (xxxV)
Fan.RPM (A:xxx)
Fan.RPM (B:xxx)

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Starting DMX Address
1.) Navigate the menu to reach DMX Address, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select a value from 001-512, and
press <ENTER> to conrm.
DMX Channel Mode
1.) Navigate the menu to reach Operate Mode, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select DMX-CH. Press <ENTER>.
3.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select CH1, CH2, or CH4, and press
<ENTER> to conrm.
M/S Mode
1.) Navigate the menu to reach Operate Mode, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select Ma./Sa. Press <ENTER>.
3.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select Master or Slave, and press
<ENTER> to conrm.
Lost DMX Signal
1.) Navigate the menu to reach Operate Mode, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select LostDMX. Press <ENTER>.
3.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select Blackout or Hold, and press
<ENTER> to conrm.
Manual Mode
1.) Navigate the menu to reach Operate Mode, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select Manual. Press <ENTER>.
3.) The Dimmer values will increase/decrease the brightness from 0% to
100%, and Strobe values will change the eect (see strobe DMX values).
Dimming Curves
1.) Navigate the menu to reach System Setting, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select DimCurve. Press <ENTER>.
3.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select Linear, Log, Exp, or
S-Curve, and press <ENTER>.
DMX% DMX% DMX% DMX%
Output
Output
Output
Output
Linear Logarithmic Exponential S-Curve
Note: Smoother (and slower) dimming capabilities can be achieved with use of the 4
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DMX Values In-Depth (4-Channel Mode)
4CH Value What It Does
1
000 <-> 015
016 <-> 075
076 <-> 135
136 <-> 195
196 <-> 215
216 <-> 235
236 <-> 255
Strobe
No Function
Strobe (slow <-> fast)
Pulse eect (slow <-> fast)
Random strobe (slow <-> fast)
Gradual eect 1
Gradual eect 2
Gradual eect 3
2 000 <-> 255 Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
3 000 <-> 255 Fine dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
4
000 <-> 005
006 <-> 063
064 <-> 127
128 <-> 191
192 <-> 255
Dimming Curves
No Function
Linear
Logarithmic
Exponential
S-Curve
Dimming Frequency
1.) Navigate the menu to reach System Setting, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select DimFreq. Press <ENTER>.
3.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select a dimming frequency ranging
from 900Hz-25KHz, and press <ENTER> to conrm.
Dimming Delay
1.) Navigate the menu to reach System Setting, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select DimDelay. Press <ENTER>.
3.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select any dimming delay option up
to 30Ms, and press <ENTER> to conrm.
System Reset
1.) Navigate the menu to reach System Setting, and press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select Default. Press <ENTER>.
3.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to select Yes (factory reset) or No, and
press <ENTER> to conrm.
DMX Values In-Depth (1-Channel Mode)
1CH Value What It Does
1 000 <-> 255 Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
DMX Values In-Depth (2-Channel Mode)
2CH Value What It Does
1 000 <-> 255 Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
2 000 <-> 255 Fine dimmer (0% <--> 100%)

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Keeping Your UVonix™ Blackstar 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.
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Tech Specs!
Weight & Dimensions
Width 12.8 inches (325mm)
Depth 14.8 inches (375.5mm)
Height 9.4 inches (238mm)
Weight 20.7 lbs. (9.4 kg)
Power
Operating Voltage 100-240VAC, 50-60 Hz
Power Consumption 155W, 1.42A, PF: .99
Fuse 3.15A 250V, 5X20mm
Light Source
LED 12* 10-watt UV LEDs
Optical
Beam Angle 30° beam angle
Wavelength 365nm
Thermal
Max. Operating Temp. 104° F (40 degrees C) ambient
Control
Protocol USITT DMX-512
DMX Channels 1/2/4-channel
Input/Output 3/5-pin XLR male/female
Other Operating
Modes DMX-512, M/S, and Standalone
Warranty
2-year limited warranty, does not cover malfunction
caused by damage to LEDs.
Dimensional Drawings
14.8" (375.5mm)
12.2" (310mm)
12.8" (325mm)
11.4" (293mm)
14.8" (375.5mm)
9.4" (238mm)

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