Blizzard SOLAR CELL User manual

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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Solar Cell™ LED Fixture 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 Solar Cell™ LED Fixture 5
Features 5
DMX Values In-Depth 5
The Solar Cell™ Pin-up Picture 6
3. Setup 7
Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch Of Solar Cell™ 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 10
Control Panel Menu Structure 11
DMX Mode 11
Set the Channel Mode and Starting DMX Address 11
Auto, Sound Active, & Manual Adjustments 11
Auto Mode 11
Sound Active Mode 11
Fade Scroll / Flash Scroll 12
Dimming Mode Selection 12
Manual LED Intensity Level Settings 12
Dimensional Drawings 12
5. Appendix 13
A Quick Lesson On DMX 13
Troubleshooting 13
Keeping Your Solar Cell™ 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 Solar Cell™ LED Fixture
• An Ever-So-Handy Power Cord
• This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of The Box
Congratulations on your purchase of the mega bright Solar Cell™ LED blinder effect
that is built to outshine the competition (yuk, yuk)! Now that you’ve got your Solar
Cell™ (or hopefully, Cells!) , 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, please just visit our website at www.blizzardlighting.
com/support and open a support ticket. We’ll be happy to help, honest.
Blizzard Lighting
N24 W23750 Watertown Rd Suite B
Waukesha, WI 53188 USA
www.blizzardlighting.com
414-395-8365
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 toe 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 1/20/2016 J.Thomas 1/21/2016

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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
decal or rear panel of the xture.
• 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 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 www.
blizzardlighting.com/support.

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2. MEET THE SOLAR CELL™ LED FIXTURE
MAIN FEATURES
• 2* 100W ultra-bright 3200-3500K warm white LEDs
• High impact 2-pixel strobe effects
• Built-in auto programs and sound active mode
• 80° beam angle
• Internal fan cooling system
• User selectable 32-bit dimming modes, icker free
• Manual pendulum angle adjustment (left/right) with locking knobs
• PowerCON® “TRUE” compatible power connections
• Tough-as-nails IP44-rated enclosure
• Compact, high quality housing
CONTROL:
• USITT DMX-512, 2/6-channel DMX modes
• Standalone, auto, master/slave, & sound active modes
• 3-pin DMX input and output
• Easy-to-use, 4-button LED control panel
DMX Values In-Depth (2-Channel Mode)
Channel Value What It Does
1 000 <--> 255 LED 1 Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
2 000 <--> 255 LED 2 Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
DMX Values In-Depth (6-Channel Mode)
Channel Value What It Does
1 000 <--> 255 Dimmer
2
000 <--> 009
010 <--> 255
Strobe
No Function
Strobe (slow <--> fast)
3
000 <--> 009
010 <--> 079
080 <--> 159
160 <--> 229
230 <--> 255
Built-in Programs
No Function
LED 1 Intensity
LED 2 Intensity
LED 1 + LED 2 Intensity
Built-in Programs
4 000 <--> 255 Auto (slow <--> fast)
5 000 <--> 255 LED 1 Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
6 000 <--> 255 LED 2 Intensity (0% <--> 100%)

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Figure 1: The Solar Cell™ Pin-Up Picture
Manual 20°
Pendulum Angle
Adjustment with
Locking Knobs
2* 100W
3200-3500K
Warm White
LEDs
Figure 2: The Rear Connections
Mounting
Bracket
with
Locking
Knobs
Safety
Cable
Loop
4-button
LED Control
Panel
Power
Output
Power
Input
DMX
Input
DMX
Output
Locking
Knobs

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3. SETUP
Fuse Replacement
CAUTION! The Solar Cell™ 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 Solar Cell™ fuse require replacement, please contact
Blizzard Lighting for instructions, or to return your unit for service.
Connecting A Bunch of Solar Cell™ 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 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-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 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.

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4. OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS
The Control Panel
All the goodies and different modes possible with the Solar Cell™
are accessed by using the control panel on the front 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.
<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 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>.
Use the <MENU> and/or the <UP/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 previ-
ous option or menu without changing the value, press the <MENU>
button.
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Control Panel Menu Structure
d--- 001-512 6-channel DMX mode
A--- 001-512 2-channel DMX mode
CF-- 0-99 Fade Scroll (slow <--> fast)
CC-- 0-99 Flash Scroll (slow <--> fast)
r--- 000-255 LED 1 Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
G--- 000-255 LED 2 Intensity (0% <--> 100%)
dENo 0-99 Auto (slow <--> fast)
Soun 0-99 Sound Active Mode (fast <--> slow)
dEL0 0-3 Dimming Modes 0-3 (zero is no delay)
DMX Mode
Allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller.
Set the Channel Mode and Starting DMX Address:
1.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight either d001 (6ch mode), or A001
(2ch mode), then press <ENTER>.
2.) To change the DMX starting address within either of these, use the <UP/
DOWN> buttons to scroll from 001 to 512.
3.) Press the <ENTER> button to conrm.
Master/Slave Mode
1.) This xture does not require additional settings to run as a slave. The rst
xture linked in the DMX chain will serve as the master, those linked thereafter will
be slave xtures and follow the master xture.
Auto, Sound Active, & Manual Adjustments:
Allows a single or Master/Slaved units to run factory installed programs at user selectable speeds.
Auto Mode:
1.) Navigate the main menu until you reach dENo, then press <ENTER>.
2.) To change the speed, use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight from 00
(slow) to 99 (fast).
3.) Press the <ENTER> button to conrm your selection.
Sound Active Mode:
1.) Navigate the main menu until you reach Soun.
2.) Push the <ENTER> button.
3.) You can now adjust the speed of the sound activated program by using the
<UP/DOWN> buttons to choose a value from 00-99 (fast <--> slow).
4.) Press the <ENTER> button to conrm your selection.

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Fade Scroll / Flash Scroll
1.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight either CF-- (fade scroll), or CC--
(ash scroll), then press <ENTER>.
2.) To change the speed of the scrolling between LEDs, use the <UP/DOWN>
buttons to highlight from 00 (slow) to 99 (fast).
3.) Press the <ENTER> button to conrm your choice.
Dimming Mode Selection
1.) Navigate the main menu until you reach dEL-, then press <ENTER>.
2.) Use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight a selection ranging from dEL0 (no
dimming delay) to dEL3 (longest dimming delay), then press <ENTER>.
Manual LED Intensity Level Settings
1.) Navigate the main menu until you reach either r--- (LED 1), or G--- (LED 2).
2.) Press <ENTER>, then use the <UP/DOWN> buttons to highlight a value from
000-255 (0% <--> 100%), then press <ENTER>.
Dimensional Drawings
7.9” (20 cm)
15.8” (40 cm)
7.1” (18 cm)

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Troubleshooting
Symptom Solution
Fixture Auto-Shut Off Check the fan in the xture. 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 xture
from overheating. Clear the fan of obstructions, or return the unit for service.
No Light Output Check to ensure xture is operating under correct mode, IE sound active/
auto/DMX/Etc., if applicable.
Chase Too Fast/Slow Check to ensure proper setup of speed adjustment.
No Response to Audio Verify that the xture is in “Sound Active” mode.
Adjust Audio Sensitivity, If Applicable.
Fixture Not
Responding /
Responding Erratically
Make sure all connectors are seated properly and securely.
Use Only DMX Cables.
Install a Terminator.
Check all cables for defects.
Reset xture(s).
Fixture Moving On
Its Own
Verify proper mode of operation. Is the xture in “Auto” mode?
5. APPENDIX
A Quick Lesson On DMX
DMX (aka DMX-512) was created in 1986 by the United States Institute for Theatre
Technology (USITT) as a standardized method for connecting lighting consoles to lighting
dimmer modules. It was revised in 1990 and again in 2000 to allow more exibility. The
Entertainment Services and Technology Association (ESTA) has since assumed control
over the DMX512 standard. It has also been approved and recognized for ANSI standard
classication.
DMX covers (and is an abbreviation for) Digital MultipleXed signals. It is the most common
communications standard used by lighting and related stage equipment.
DMX provides up to 512 control “channels” per data link. Each of these channels was
originally intended to control lamp dimmer levels. You can think of it as 512 faders on a
lighting console, connected to 512 light bulbs. Each slider’s position is sent over the data link
as an 8-bit number having a value between 0 and 255. The value 0 corresponds to the light
bulb being completely off while 255 corresponds to the light bulb being fully on.
DMX data is transmitted at 250,000 bits per second using the RS-485 transmission standard
over two wires. As with microphone cables, a grounded cable shield is used to prevent
interference with other signals.
There are ve pins on a DMX connector: a wire for ground (cable shield), two wires for
“Primary” communication which goes from a DMX source to a DMX receiver, and two wires
for a “Secondary” communication which goes from a DMX receiver back to a DMX source.
Generally, the “Secondary” channel is not used so data ows only from sources to receivers.
Hence, most of us are most familiar with DMX-512 as being employer over typical 3-pin “mic
cables,” although this does not conform to the dened standard.
DMX is connected using a daisy-chain conguration where the source connects to the input
of the rst device, the output of the rst device connects to the input of the next device, and
so on. The standard allows for up to 32 devices on a single DMX link.
Each receiving device typically has a means for setting the “starting channel number” that it
will respond to. For example, if two 6-channel xtures are used, the rst xture might be set
to start at channel 1 so it would respond to DMX channels 1 through 6, and the next xture
would be set to start at channel 7 so it would respond to channels 7 through 12.

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Keeping Your Solar Cell™ As Good As New
The xture 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 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 cli-
ent’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 Authori-
zation (RA).
Don’t worry, this is easy. Just go to our website and open a support ticket at
www.blizzardlighting.com/support, 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 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.

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Tech Specs!
Weight & Dimensions
Width 7.9 inches (20 cm)
Depth 7.1 inches (18 cm)
Height 15.8 inches (40 cm)
Weight 15.7 lbs. (7.1 kg)
Power
Operating Voltage 90-250VAC, 50-60Hz
Power Consumption 175W, 1.65A, PF: .98
Light Source
LED 2* 100W ultra-bright 3200-3500K warm white LEDs
Optical
Beam Angle 80° optics
Luminous Intensity 3,574 Lux @ 2M | 631 Lux @ 5M
Color Temperature 3200-3500K
CRI 92
Thermal
Max. Operating Temp. 104 degrees F (40 degrees C) ambient
Control
Protocol USITT DMX-512
DMX Channels 6/2-channels
Input 3-pin XLR Male
Output 3-pin XLR Female
Other Operating Modes Standalone, Master/Slave, Sound Active Mode
Other Information
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Warranty
2-year limited warranty, does not cover malfunction caused
by damage to LEDs.
DISCLAIMER:
The power connector tted to the xture and xture cord are designed for compatibility with products
manufactured by Neutrik AG, Neutrik USA and their related entities, however they are not manufactured
by, afliated with or endorsed by Neutrik AG, Neutrik USA, or any related entity. Neutrik® and power-
CON® are registered trademarks of Neutrik AG.

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