Magicfx MFX3203 Operating manual

CO2 FX PART01338 rev 01-00
FX-
COMM4NDER.
®
USER AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
CONTROL GEAR PART01174
rev 01-00
ENGLISH

2 MAGICFX® —User and Installation Manual
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Read this manual carefully before installing and/or using this product. Failure to
read the manual and to follow the printed instructions may lead to personal
injury and/or damage to the product.
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MAGIC FX reserves the right to modify specications stated in this manual.
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MAGIC FX accepts no liability for claims from third parties arising from unauthorised use, use other
than that stated in this manual, and use other than in accordance with the General Conditions
registered at the Chamber of Commerce.
Refer further to the General Conditions. These are available on request, free of charge.
Although considerable care has been taken to ensure a correct and suitably comprehensive
description of all relevant components, the manual may nonetheless contain errors and
inaccuracies.
Should you detect any errors or inaccuracies in the manual, we would be grateful if you would
inform us. This helps us to further improve our documentation.

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Disclaimer 2
Trademarks 2
Liability 2
Foreword 4
Language 4
Revision table 4
1 Meet the MAGICFX® 
  
1.2 Technical data 6
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
3.1 Connect the MAGICFX® 
3.2 Fire 10
3.3 Clean up 11
  
  
6 Correct disposal 12
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  ® —User and Installation Manual
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This document contains the original instructions in English. In case you require other languages
please contact MAGIX FX.

     
PART01174 01-00 14-11-2017 Initial version MBO TVA
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Congratulations! You have bought a great new product from MAGIC FX.
This manual contains all information required for the intended use of the equipment. Deviation
from the described intended use can result in a hazardous situation and/or property damage.
This manual includes notes and warnings on safe operation of the equipment. These notes and
warnings are accompanied by the following icons. Read them attentively!
 Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury. This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations.
 Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
 Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
 Indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related
(e.g. messages relating to property damage).

MAGICFX® —User and Installation Manual
1 ®
The MAGICFX® FX-COMM4NDER is a 4 channel controller for 100-250Vac ON/OFF special eects
machines. You can re multiple machines one at a time or simultaneously.
1.1 
4 RESETTABLE OUTPUT
FUSES (5A)
FX LED INDICATOR
4 SWITCHABLE POWER
OUTPUTS (100 - 250 Vac)
MASTER FIRE BUTTON
KEYSWITCH (ON/OFF) 4 FIRE BUTTONS
SAFETY BUTTON
POWER INPUT
(100 - 250 Vac)
Main parts

6 MAGICFX® —User and Installation Manual
1.2 
Product Product Name MAGICFX®FX-COMM4NDER
Product Code MFX3203
Product Type Control Gear
Main

Length (mm/in.) 205 / 8.1
Width (mm/in.) 250 / 9.8
Height (mm/in.) 102 / 4.0
Weight Empty weight (kg/lb.) 2.8 / 6.2
Package Length (mm/in.) 348 / 13.1
Width (mm/in.) 303 / 11.4
Height (mm/in.) 208 / 7.6
Packaged weight (kg/lb.) 3.1 / 6.8
 Minimum Temperature (ºC/ºF) -10 / 14
Maximum Temperature (ºC/ºF) 50 / 122
 Voltage input (Vac) 100-250Vac
Voltage Frequency 50-60Hz
Power Consumption (Vac) 15W
Power Connector (Vac) Neutrik® powerCON TRUE1 (in & 4x out)
Power Output MAX (Vac) 5A per output with resettable output fuse
(max. 16A in total)
Controlling Control Options Manual
Technical data
1.3 
Type plate

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 
Code Product
MFX0311 Neutrik®powerCON TRUE1 - Male to Female - Link cable 10m
MFX0312 Neutrik®powerCON TRUE1 - Male to Female - Link cable 20m
MFX0322 Neutrik®powerCON TRUE1 - Male to Female - Link cable 0,5m
MFX0323 Neutrik®powerCON TRUE1 - Male to Female - Link cable 1,5m
MFX0324 Neutrik®powerCON TRUE1 - Male to Female - Link cable 3m
MFX0325 Neutrik®powerCON TRUE1 - Male to Female - Link cable 5m
MFX0326 Neutrik®powerCON TRUE1 - Male to Female - Link cable 15m
MFX0313 Schuko to Neutrik® powerCON TRUE1 - cable 1.5m
Accessories

  ® —User and Installation Manual
2 
The MAGICFX®FX-COMM4NDER has been designed and constructed in such a manner that it can
be used safely. This applies to the use, the circumstances and the regulations as described in this
documentation. Reading this documentation and following the instructions are therefore
necessary for everyone who is authorised to work with the MAGICFX®FX-COMM4NDER.
The MAGICFX®FX-COMM4NDER must be used in surroundings that preferably:
• Have a reasonably stable temperature of between -10 and 50°C.
• Are reasonably free of dust, corrosive gases and high concentrations of organic vapours.
• Are not situated in the vicinity of a source of vibration.
2.1 
• Only authorised persons may carry out work with the MAGICFX®FX-COMM4NDER.
• Do not use the MAGICFX®FX-COMM4NDER if there are people or animals in the direct output
of the connected machines.
• Make sure that children, unauthorised people and animals do not obtain access to the
MAGICFX®FX-COMM4NDER.
• Make sure there are no freestanding objects or objects that can be damaged by the
connected machines within the output distance.
• Do not remove any safeguards, safety caps and safety symbols.
• All required safety devices must be in good condition and function properly.
• Ensure sucient lighting of the surroundings.
• Keep the workplace clean.
• Refer to the manual(s) of the connected machine(s) for safety instructions concerning the
use of those machines.
2.2 
The voltage and frequency connected to the power input of the FX-SWITCHPACK are also the
voltage and frequency of the switchable power outputs. With a maximum electric current per
switchable output (see Chapter 1.2 Technical Data), a deviant input voltage or frequency may
cause connected FX-machines to not work properly. The switchable output cannot deliver the
power the FX-machine might require.
2.3 
 Using a damaged controller can lead to serious injury and property damage.
Always inspect the controller thoroughly before operation.

Unauthorized operation of the controller can lead to death, serious injury or
property damage. Never leave the controller and the power switch unattended
when the machine is ready for use.

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3 
3.1 ®
 Do not connect FX-machines to the switchable power output(s) when the output
cannot deliver sucient power to the FX-machine. See Chapter 2.
1 Place the FX-COMM4NDER on a stable surface in a suitable area.
2 Make sure the keyswitch is in the ‘OFF’
position.
Connect the PowerCon TRUE1 power
cable to the controller.
3 Connect the other end to a power outlet.
Connect the FX-machines to the FX-
COMM4NDER with PowerCon TRUE1 link
cables.
Remove the key from the keyswitch when you leave the FX-COMM4NDER unattended.
POWER IN POWER OUT POWER OUT POWER OUT POWER OUT
PowerCon TRUE1 female
POWER
PowerCon TRUE1 femalePowerCon TRUE1 male
POWER
POWER IN POWER OUT POWER OUT POWER OUT POWER OUT POWER IN

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3.2 
1 Place the key in the keyswitch and set the
keyswitch in the ‘ON’ position.
All buttons light up white.
2 Press the safety button.
The FX LED indicator and the safety
button light up red.
 You cannot press the safety
button when other buttons are pressed.
Make sure all buttons are released when
pressing the safety button.
3 Press any of the re buttons to re the
machine connected to the respective
output.
The pressed re button lights up red.
Alternatively, press the master re button
to re all connected machines
simultaneously.
All re buttons light up red.
Enjoy the view!

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When you are done with ring, press
the safety button to deactivate the
re buttons.
The FX LED indicator turns o.
3.3 
1 Make sure the FX LED indicator is turned
o.
Set the keyswitch to the ‘OFF’ position.
2 First disconnect the power cable from the FX-COMM4NDER. Then disconnect the link cables.
3 Remove the machine.

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 
To achieve the maximum service life of the MAGICFX®FX-COMM4NDER you must regularly clean
the MAGICFX®FX-COMM4NDER and test if it is functioning correctly.
Contact MAGIC FX if the MAGICFX®FX-COMM4NDER is not functioning correctly.
 Do not replace parts yourself; always consult MAGIC FX if necessary.
 
Always contact MAGIC FX if any malfunctions or errors occur that cannot be solved with the
instructions as described in this manual.
6 
This symbol on the product and / or accompanying documents means that
used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general
household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take this
product to designated collection points where it will be accepted free of
charge.
Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to
your local retailer upon purchase of an equivalent new product.
Disposing of this product correctly will help save valuable resources and
prevent any potential negative eects on human health and the environment, which could
otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.
Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with your national
legislation.

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According to Annex III A Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
MAGIC FX B.V. declares as manufacturer and composer of the technical construction file that the
product with the following specifications:
Name machine
Type
Voltage
Serial number
Year of construction
: FX-COMM4NDER
: MFX3203
: 100-250Vac 50-60Hz
:on product
: on product
Is in conformity with the minimal safety regulations as stated in the following directive(s):
•EMC (2014/30/EC) ElectroMagnetic Compatibility
•RoHS (2011/65/EU) Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances
•WEEE (2012/19/EU) Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment
The following harmonized standards were applied:
•NEN-EN-ISO 12100:2010, Safety of machinery - General principles for design - Risk
assessment and risk reduction.
•NEN-EN-IEC 60204:2010, Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines - Part 1:
General requirements.
•NEN-EN-IEC 61000-6-3:2007/A1:2011, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 6-3:
Generic standards - Emission standard for residential, commercial and light-industrial
environments.
Original declaration of conformity
Translation of the original declaration of conformity
Name manufacturer : MAGIC FX BV
Address : Schouwrooij 27, 5281 RE BOXTEL
Country : The Netherlands
CEO : B. Veroude
Date : 6-10-2017
Signature :

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