GLOBAL SPECIAL EFFECTS MAGIC LAMP PRO User manual

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USER MANUAL
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MAGIC LAMP PRO
EVAPORATIVE SNOW®MACHINE

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IMPORTANT PRODUCT & SAFETY INFORMATION
Failure to follow these instructions could cause serious bodily injury or property damage.
These instructions pertain to a risk of re, electric shock, or injury to persons.
WARNING: You must read the following before operating this device.
The Magic Lamp PRO is an electrical product, not a toy. To avoid the risk of fire, burns, personal injury, and
electric shock, it should not be used in a manner for which it was not designed and should be placed out of
reach of small children. Competent adult supervision is necessary to avoid the risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
This device dispenses Evaporative Snow® that easily dissipates when sprayed from 15-20 ft. in the air.
However, there is a chance for some build-up of slippery residue on some ground surfaces (linoleum in
particular). Always use caution in determining the location of the Magic Lamp PRO. Take proper
precautions to ensure a safe environment and alert passers-by of potential snow surfaces.
The Magic Lamp PRO Evaporative Snow® Machine is a smaller version of our original, commercial-grade
Magic Lamp used for years in movie productions, music videos, theme parks, theaters, malls, exhibits, and
more. The Magic Lamp PRO Evaporative® Snow Machine allows any customer, big or small, to achieve and
enjoy a beautiful snowfall eect in a more practical way. This machine disperses a specially formulated
Evaporative Snow® that creates a unique snowfall eect without cold air or cleanup required. The Magic
Lamp PRO is the perfect addition to any special event or celebration.
MACHINE INFORMATION
Thank you for purchasing the Magic Lamp PRO by Global Special Eects! Please contact us with any
questions or comments you may have.
Phone Support: [phone]
Email Support: Info@GlobalSpecialEects.com
NOTE:
Please read this instruction manual thoroughly prior to use. Failure to comply with instructions could result
in personal injury or property damage. Retain this instruction manual for future reference.
CUSTOMER SERVICE

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SAFETY INFORMATION
This unit is not a toy. To avoid the risk of re, burns, personal injury, and electric shock, it
should not be used other than as described herein, and always under adult supervision.
Do not attempt to install, service, or perform maintenance on the unit while connected to an
electrical circuit. This could cause serious harm to the operator and/or product.
The electric circuit used for operation of this device should be installed and checked by a
qualied electrician to ensure proper grounding and conformance to National Electric Code
and all local codes prior to use.
Prior to each use, inspect all electrical cords for frays, cuts, or any other damage and
discontinue use if found.
This unit is must be connected to a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) device using a
3-prong grounded socket and plug.
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Supply Voltage 120 Volts – 60Hz – 15 Amps
220 Volts – 60Hz – 10 Amps
Light Bulb Specications LED Bulbs Only
Dimensions 24”L x 24”W x 98”H
Weight Approx. 55 lbs
FEATURES
•4-Channel DMX Control
•Remote Control Available (Rented or Sold Separately)
•Programmable Cycle Timer
•Adjustable Flake Size and Quantity
•Limited Lifetime Warranty (When using Global Special Eects Fluid)
•24-Hour Tech Support: [phone]
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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The Magic Lamp PRO must be fully assembled before connection of electric service.
The Magic Lamp PRO must be operated on a level and stable surface sucient enough to
support the weight of the unit and any snow uid or accessories.
Use only approved solutions mixed per manufacturer instructions. Never use this product
with any additives or ammable liquids (oil, gas, alcohol, perfume, etc.) in the solution.
When not operated correctly or not using proper uid, residue may collect on surfaces
around the unit. Use caution to monitor area for unsafe conditions.
Do not allow individuals to climb on or hang on the unit.
Keep participants a safe distance away to avoid running into or hitting the Magic Lamp PRO.
Do not run the Magic Lamp PRO without uid. This automatically voids the warranty and may
cause internal damage to the machine.
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INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE
Magic Lamp PRO User Manual
Lamp Base Sub-Assembly
Lamp Top Sub-Assembly
DMX Terminator Plug
3 Bolts to connect Base to Pole
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Carefully open packaging and remove the contents listed below:

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
The Magic Lamp PRO should remain unplugged during the assembly process.
Remove Lamp Base Sub-Assembly from packaging and place on rm, level surface.
Locate the Solution Line Quick Connect and Electric Socket at the top of the Lamp Base
Sub-Assembly as shown in Fig. 1.
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Fig. 1
Remove Lamp Top Sub-Assembly from packaging.
Insert the Solution Line and mating electrical plug located inside the Lamp Top Sub-Assembly
to the Quick Connectors displayed in Fig. 1.
After connections are complete, set the Lamp Top Sub-Assembly onto the Lamp Base
Sub-Assembly and secure with three bolts as shown in Fig. 2.
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Fig. 2
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Remove lid from the base of the Magic Lamp PRO by rotating the latch shown in Fig. 3 then
tilting and lifting the lid away from the base.
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Fig. 3
Locate the uid suction line inside the base on the lower left-hand side of the unit.
Insert the uid suction line into a container of Global Special Eects Evaporative Snow® Fluid
so that the line rests on the bottom of the container. *The Magic Lamp PRO base was
designed to hold 1-Gallon Bottles or 5-Gallon Buckets of Evaporative Snow® Fluid.
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NOTE:
See Page 10 for more information about Evaporative Snow® Fluid.
NOTE:
The Magic Lamp PRO base will t up to a standard 5-Gallon Bucket of Evaporative Snow® Fluid.
Smaller containers may be used as desired.
Place the Evaporative Snow® Fluid container into the base of the Magic Lamp PRO.
Locate the control panel inside the base on the right-hand side as shown in Fig. 4.
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Fig. 4
Find the Rotary Selector Switches displayed in Fig. 5 and set to desired settings as directed by
the information in Table 1.
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NOTE:
DMX terminator must be plugged into the output socket for the controller to function.
NOTE:
When daisy chaining together multiple DMX devices for use with a single external interface,
the DMX terminator must be plugged into the output socket on the last device in line.

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Fig. 5
Once Rotary Selector Switches are set, the unit is now ready to be plugged into power.
Turn the power switch located on the control panel to the ON position.
Replace the lid to the Magic Lamp by reversing the process completed in Step 1.
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TABLE 1
Set 3-digit code on rotary dials reading top to bottom.
Setting Range Description
001 to 509 For use with external DMX interface – See Table 2
510 to 599 Standby Mode – No Activity
600 to 699 Short Cycles of ON/OFF Activity (5 Minute) – See Table 3
700 to 799 Long Cycles of ON/OFF Activity (15 Minute) – See Table 4
800 to 899 Always On – See Table 5
900 to 999 Using Hard Wire Remote (Sold Separately) – See Table 6
INFORMATION TABLES

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TABLE 2 (DMX)
Set 3-digit code on rotary dials reading top to bottom.
Setting Range Description
001 to 509 Set to Desired Starting Address
DMX Channel
External Interface Slider Position Denition
0% to 24% 25% to 50% 51% to 74% 75% to 100%
Channel 1: Mode O 5-Min Cycle 15-Min Cycle Always On
Channel 2: Cycle Timer •Activate when Mode Channel is set to 5 or 15 minute cycle.
•Allows for ne tuning of total cycle time.
(e.g., setting the Cycle Time Slider at 50% when in 5-Minute Mode will yield
a total cycle time of 2 minutes 30 seconds.)
Channel 3: Duration •Activate when Mode Channel is set to 5 or 15 minute cycle.
•Allows for ne tuning of snow ON time.
(e.g., setting the Cycle Time Slider at 50% and the Duration Slider at 50%
when in 5-Minute Mode will yield a total cycle time of 2 minutes 30 seconds,
with the snow eect ON for 1 minute 15 seconds of that cycle.)
Channel 4: Flake Size Smallest Flake <<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Largest Flake
*The Magic Lamp PRO Controller is compliant with DMX-512 standards and is electrically
isolated to 1000VAC. The starting address can be set from 1 to 509.
TABLE 3 (5 Minute Cycles)
Set 3-digit code on rotary dials reading top to bottom.
Dial 1 Dial 2 Dial 3 Description
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0
Flake
Size
Adjustment
0 =
Smallest
Flakes
9 =
Largest
Flakes
15 Seconds ON / 4 Minutes, 45 Seconds OFF
1 30 Seconds ON / 4 Minutes, 30 Seconds OFF
2 1 Minute ON / 4 Minutes OFF
3 1 Minute, 30 Seconds ON / 3 Minutes, 30 Seconds OFF
4 2 Minutes ON / 3 Minutes OFF
5 2 Minutes, 30 Seconds ON / 2 Minutes, 30 Seconds OFF
6 3 Minutes ON / 2 Minutes OFF
7 3 Minutes, 30 Seconds ON / 1 Minute, 30 Seconds OFF
8 4 Minutes ON / 1 Minutes OFF
9 4 Minutes, 30 Seconds ON / 30 Seconds OFF

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TABLE 4 (15 Minute Cycles)
Set 3-digit code on rotary dials reading top to bottom.
Dial 1 Dial 2 Dial 3 Description
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0
Flake
Size
Adjustment
0 =
Smallest
Flakes
9 =
Largest
Flakes
45 Seconds ON / 14 Minutes, 15 Seconds OFF
1 1 Minute, 30 Seconds ON / 13 Minutes, 30 Seconds OFF
2 3 Minutes ON / 12 Minutes OFF
3 4 Minutes, 30 Seconds ON / 10 Minutes, 30 Seconds OFF
4 6 Minutes ON / 9 Minutes OFF
5 7 Minutes, 30 Seconds ON / 7 Minutes, 30 Seconds OFF
6 9 Minutes ON / 6 Minutes OFF
7 10 Minutes, 30 Seconds ON / 4 Minutes, 30 Seconds OFF
8 12 Minutes ON / 3 Minutes OFF
9 13 Minutes, 30 Seconds ON / 1 Minute, 30 Seconds OFF
TABLE 5 (Always On)
Set 3-digit code on rotary dials reading top to bottom.
Setting Range Description
800 to 849 Always On – Minimal / No Snow Output
850 to 859 Always On – Low Snow Output
860 to 879 Always On – Light Snowfall
880 to 889 Always On – Sub-Blizzard Snowfall (Recommended Starting Point)
890 to 895 Always On – Blizzard Snowfall
896 to 899 Always On – Maximum Snow Output
TABLE 6 (Hard Wire Remote) (Sold Separately)
Set 3-digit code on rotary dials reading top to bottom.
Setting Range Description
900 to 999
This setting enables the Hard Wire Remote.
The Hard Wire Remote features an ON/OFF
switch, as well as a ake size adjustment
dial. 0 = Smallest Flakes, 5 = Largest Flakes
*There is a red status light on the Hard Wire Remote. If the remote is connected and set to the OFF position, the light will slowly
pulse to indicate the unit is in standby mode. When the switch is turned to the ON position, the light will be solid red.