MAGMATIC SIDEWINDER User manual

User Manual
SIDEWINDER
US SKU#: RSS160
UPC#: 810008261538

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Date Document
Version
Software
Version DMX Channel Mode Notes
10/15/20 1.0 1.0 1 / 4 / 7 Channels Initial Release
12/11/20 2.0 N/C N/C Updated Dimensional Drawings & Specifications
07/12/21 3.0 N/C N/C Updated Operation & Specifications
12/13/21 4.0 N/C N/C
Updated Safety Guidelines, System Menu, &
Specifications; added FCC Statement, MagFly,
and MagRF sections.

CONTENTS
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General Information 4
Limited Warranty (USA Only) 5
Warranty Returns (USA Only) 6
Safety Guidelines 7
Overview 9
Operation 10
Control Panel 11
System Menu 12
DMX Channel Functions & Values 16
Macro Table 17
Dimensional Drawings 18
Trouble Shooting | Cleaning & Maintenance 19
Specifications 20
MagFly Module 21
MagRF Module 23
FCC Statement 25

INTRODUCTION
Please read and understand the instructions in this manual carefully and thoroughly before attempting
to operate this device. These instructions contain important safety and use information.
This product is intended to be used by professionally trained personnel only and is not suitable for
private use.
UNPACKING
Every device has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condition. Care-
fully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If the carton is
damaged, carefully inspect the device for damage, and be sure all accessories necessary to install and
operate the device have arrived intact. In the event that damage has been found or parts are missing,
please contact our customer support team for further instructions. Please do not return this device to
your dealer without first contacting customer support. Please do not discard the shipping carton in the
trash. Please recycle whenever possible.
BOX CONTENTS
Twist-locking power cable (x1)
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Contact MAGMATIC customer service for any product related service and support needs.
Also visit forums.elationlighting.com with questions, comments, or suggestions.
ELATION SERVICE USA - Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm PST
323-582-3322 | Fax [phone] | [e-mail]
ELATION SERVICE EUROPE - Monday - Friday 08:30 to 17:00 CET
Voice: [phone] | Fax: [phone] | [email protected]
REPLACEMENT PARTS: Please visit parts.elationlighting.com
GENERAL INFORMATION
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS UNIT. DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY
REPAIRS YOURSELF. DOING SO WILL VOID YOUR MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY. DAM-
AGES RESULTING FROM MODIFICATIONS TO THIS FIXTURE AND/OR THE DISREGARD OF
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES IN THIS MANUAL VOID THE MANUFACTURER’S
WARRANTY AND ARE NOT SUBJECT TO ANY WARRANTY CLAIMS AND/OR REPAIRS.
NEVER POINT OR AIM A FOG MACHINE TOWARDS PEOPLE OR THEIR CLOTHING. THIS
UNIT EMITS HOT VAPOR AND SHOULD BE USED WITH THE SAME CARE THAT YOU WOULD
OBSERVE WHEN USING AN ELECTRIC KETTLE OR IRON.
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
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A. Magmatic Effects hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, Magmatic products to be free of man-
ufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years (730 days) from the original
date of purchase. This warranty excludes discharge lamps and all product accessories. This warranty
shall be valid only if the product is purchased within the United States of America, including pos-
sessions and territories. It is the owner’s responsibility to establish the date and place of purchase by
acceptable evidence, at the time service is sought.
B. For warranty service, send the product only to the Magmatic Effects factory. All shipping charges
must be pre-paid. If the requested repairs or service (including parts replacement) are within the terms
of this warranty, Magmatic Effects will pay return shipping charges only to a designated point within
the United States. If any product is sent, it must be shipped in its original package and packaging mate-
rial. No accessories should be shipped with the product. If any accessories are shipped with the prod-
uct, Magmatic Effects shall have no liability what so ever for loss and/or or damage to any such acces-
sories, nor for the safe return thereof.
C. This warranty is void if the product serial number and/or labels are altered or removed; if the prod-
uct is modified in any manner which Magmatic Effects concludes, after inspection, affects the reli-
ability of the product; if the product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the Magmatic
Effects factory unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser by Magmatic Effects; if the
product is damaged because not properly maintained as set forth in the product instructions, guide-
lines and/or user manual.
D. This is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include any maintenance, cleaning or peri-
odic check-up. During the periods as specified above, Magmatic Effects will replace defective parts
at its expense, and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair labor by reason of defects
in material or workmanship. The sole responsibility of Magmatic Effects under this warranty shall be
limited to the repair of the product, or replacement thereof, including parts, at the sole discretion of
Magmatic Effects. All products covered by this warranty were manufactured after January 1, 1990, and
bear identifying marks to that effect.
E. Magmatic Effects reserves the right to make changes in design and/or performance improvements
upon its products without any obligation to include these changes in any products theretofore manu-
factured.
F. No warranty, whether expressed or implied, is given or made with respect to any accessory supplied
with the products described above. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, all implied war-
ranties made by Magmatic Effects in connection with this product, including warranties of merchant-
ability or fitness, are limited in duration to the warranty periods set forth above. And no warranties,
whether expressed or implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness, shall apply to this
product after said periods have expired. The consumer’s and/or dealer’s sole remedy shall be such
repair or replacement as is expressly provided above; and under no circumstances shall Magmatic
Effects be liable for any loss and/or damage, direct and/or consequential, arising out of the use of,
and/or the inability to use, this product.
G. This warranty is the only written warranty applicable to Magmatic Effects products and supersedes
all prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and conditions heretofore published.
LIMITED WARRANTY (USA ONLY)
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WARRANTY RETURNS (USA ONLY)
To obtain warranty service, a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number must first be obtained from
MAGMATIC. It is the Customer’s responsibility to provide product proof of purchase and serial num-
ber by acceptable evidence such as an invoice copy or an approved MAGMATIC Extended Warranty
Certificate (“EWC”) and any relevant maintenance records at the time warranty service is sought.
Failure to provide acceptable evidence of product proof of purchase or EWC and any relevant mainte-
nance records may be cause for denial of warranty service.
Products returned for warranty service must be sent without any accessories (i.e., power, data, and
safety cables, brackets, clamps, rigging hardware, frost filters, gel frames, barn doors, lenses, hoses,
nozzles, rack mounting hardware, etc.), must be boxed using the original and/or suitable packag-
ing materials (double-box and foam) that provides ample product protection for ground and/or air
freight transit, and must be shipped freight pre-paid and insured to MAGMATIC in Los Angeles, CA or
a MAGMATIC Authorized Service Center. The RMA number must be clearly written on the outside of
the return box, and a brief description of the problem and the RMA number must be documented and
included in the box.
Products returned for warranty service without an RMA number clearly marked on the outside of the
package will be refused and returned to the shipper at the Customer’s expense. Products returned for
warranty service, which are received damaged due to inadequate and/or improper packaging and/
or due to damage caused by the shipping carrier, may incur additional repair charges before warranty
service begins and/or may void this warranty. If any product accessories (included and/or optional) are
shipped with the product, MAGMATIC and/or the MAGMATIC Authorized Service Center shall have
no liability what so ever for the loss and/or damage to any such accessories, nor the safe return thereof.
If the requested warranty repairs or service (including parts replacement) are within the terms of this
warranty, MAGMATIC will pay return ground transportation shipping charges to a single designated
point within the United States.
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
This fixture is a sophisticated piece of electronic equipment. To guarantee smooth operation, it is
important to follow all instructions and guidelines in this manual. Magmatic Effects is not responsible
for injury and/or damages resulting from the misuse of this fixture due to the disregard of the informa-
tion printed in this manual. Only qualified and/or certified personnel should perform installation of this
fixture and only the original rigging parts included with this fixture should be used for installation. Any
modifications to the fixture and/or the included mounting hardware will void the original manufac-
turer’s warranty and increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.
PROTECTION CLASS 1 - FIXTURE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS UNIT. DO
NOT ATTEMPT ANY REPAIRS YOURSELF. DOING SO WILL VOID
YOUR MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY. DAMAGES RESULTING FROM
MODIFICATIONS TO THIS DEVICE AND/OR THE DISREGARD OF
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES IN THIS MANUAL VOID THE
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY AND ARE NOT SUBJECT TO ANY WARRANTY
DO NOT PLUG THIS UNIT INTO A DIMMER PACK
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER UNDER ANY CONDITIONS
KEEP UNIT IN AN UPRIGHT POSITION
NEVER OPERATE THIS UNIT WITH THE COVER REMOVED
UNPLUG FROM POWER DURING LONG PERIODS OF NON-USE
ENSURE TANK IS EMPTY BEFORE STORAGE OR TRANSPORT
DO NOT MOVE WHEN FILLED WITH FLUID
DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE ADDING FLUID OR PERFORMING
MAINTENANCE
FOR USE IN INDOOR / DRY LOCATIONS ONLY
DO NOT EXPOSE DEVICE TO RAIN AND/OR MOISTURE
PLACE UNIT IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA
ALLOW 40” (100CM) ABOVE AND AROUND THE UNIT FOR PROPER
VENTILATION.
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE
USE, AND SAVE THEM FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
CAUTION:
• Risk of burn, fire, or electric shock.
• For indoor use only.
• Please read the instruction manual carefully before use.
• Do not immerse in liquid.
• Not for space heating use.
WARNING: To prevent risk of personal injury, fire, and electric shock:
• Never leave unit unattended while plugged in. Unplug device when not in use.
• Read all important safety instructions and cautions before attempting to use.
• Connect only to a properly grounded power outlet.
• Place product on a flat, level, HARD surface and connect the cord to prevent the product from tip-
ping or overturning.
• For use in covered areas only! Keep unit dry, and do not expose to rain, moisture, or liquid immer-
sion.
• Leave enough space for adequate ventilation. Keep the device cool and away from other objects.
• Do not operate the device without fog liquid in the reservoir.
• Use caution when filling the fluid reservoir in order to avoid spillage, as spilled liquid can result in
electrical shock.
• Do not use if liquid spills into or onto the unit, and allow the device to dry completely before at-
tempting usage.
• Do not overfill the fluid reservoir.
• Keep away from flames and flammable or explosive substances.
• Never pour flammable liquids, such as gas, perfume, etc, into the fog machine.
• Keep the device and fog fluid out of reach of children.
• Use only under adult supervision.
• Do not direct fog output in the direction of people or open flame.
• Stay at least 20 inches (50cm) from the output nozzle on the front of the unit.
• Do not obstruct the output nozzle.
• Do not open the unit for any reason. There are no user serviceable parts inside, and all maintenance
and repair procedures should be referred to an authorized vendor or technician.
• Only a certified electrician may replace the power cord.
• Clean the unit prior to storage to avoid damage.
POWER SUPPLY CORD:
• A short power supply cord (or short detachable power-supply cord) is provided to reduce the risk
of a person becoming entangled in or tripping over the cord.
• Extension cords (or long detachable power-supply cords) are available and may be used as long as
care is exercised during use.
• If an extension cord (or long detachable power-supply cord) is used, follow the guidelines below:
1. The indicated electrical rating of the cord should be meet or exceed the rating of the device.
2. If the device is of the grounded type, the cord must use a grounding type 3-wire cord.
3. The cord should be routed in such a way as not to cause a tripping hazard or result in uninten-
tional snagging or pulling of the cord, especially in the presence of children.

1. Power In
2. Breaker
3. DMX In
4. DMX Out
5. Wired Remote Port
6. Touch Display Screen
7. Safety Cable Attachment
8. Carry Handles (x2)
9. LED Array
10. Fog Outlet
11. Mounting Clamp Points (x4)
12. Tank Level Gauge
13. Latch Screw
14. Tank Access Panel
OVERVIEW
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• When first unboxing, open the shipping carton and carefully remove the device. Be sure to remove
ALL the packing material, paying particular attention to the area around the fog outlet vent.
• Always set up the device on a flat dry surface.
• Make sure that the unit is disconnected from power before adding any fluid to the tank.
• To access the fluid tank, unscrew the latch screw that is located on the back side of the unit, near the
printed notice about the tank fluid, then open the access panel.
• To fill the tank, remove the tank from behind the tank access panel. Unscrew the tank cap and fill
with MAGMATIC ATMOSITY fluid (SKU# AFF only), then replace the cap.
• Never run the device on anything other than an approved, MAGMATIC branded fluid, as doing so
can result in severe damage to your device.
• When placing the tank back behind the access panel, be careful not to pinch, twist, or tangle the
feed tube connected to the tank cap.
• To close and secure the tank access panel, tighten the latch screw by pushing it down while rotating.
• After re-connecting the device to a power source and switching it on, allow the fluid to warm up for
at least nine (9) minutes before beginning fog emission.
PLEASE NOTE:
While the fog duration setting can be set as high as 250 seconds, the individual bursts of continuous
fog output will only occur for a maximum of 8 seconds. For example, when the user sets a duration
of 250 seconds, this does NOT mean that the device will be emitting fog continuously for the entire
250-second period. Rather, the device will produce a series of shorter fog bursts, each lasting up to 8
seconds, throughout the 250-second period.
OPERATION
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This fixture includes a system menu with an easy to navigate touch screen control panel where all nec-
essary settings and adjustments are made. When first powering on the fixture, the fixture’s main menu
will be displayed (see Main Menu Screen below).
Press the main menu icon you would like to access. Use the ENTER button to access sub menus and
use the UP and DOWN buttons to make adjustments. Press the ENTER button to confirm your adjust-
ments. You may exit the main menu at any time without making any adjustments by pressing the BACK/
EXIT button.
CONTROL PANEL
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SYSTEM MENU
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DMX SET
DMX ADDR 1 - 512
DMX MODE
1-CH
4-CH
7-CH
PERSONAL-
ITY
MagApp Set
MagApp Name
MagApp Pass-
code
MagApp IP
MagApp Port
MagAppReset
Complete
Failed, try
again
MagApp >
DMX & Magfly On / Off
Allows APP data
to be converted
to DMX data and
then sent out via
DMX port and
Magfly
LCD Set Screen OFF
Never
10s
40s
1 min
2 min
5 min
10 min
20 min
Display Flip 0 deg / 180 deg
Magfly Set
Magfly
Channel 0 - 14 When Magfly is
not equipped,
selecting this
function causes
“Optional Mod-
ule Not Installed”
to show on the
screen.
Magfly ON / OFF
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SYSTEM MENU
PERSONAL-
ITY
(cont’d from
prev page)
MagRF Learn
Frequency
Matching fea-
ture.
Display will read
“Connected” if
connection at-
tempt succeeds
within 20 seconds.
Otherwise, display
will read “Connec-
tion Failed.”
When Magfly is not equipped, select-
ing this function causes “Optional
Module Not Installed” to show on the
screen.
Last State Yes / No
When powered up, device
adheres to last settings used
before power was shut off
Default Yes / No Restore to factory settings
MANUAL
LED Off
Auto 1-4
Color 1-50
Intensity
0% - 100%
TIMER
Interval 0 - 2500 s
Start or pause device operation
according to these values by
pressure the Play/Stop icon.
Duration 0 - 250 s
LED Off
Auto 1-4
Color 1-50
Intensity
0% - 100%
PRESET OPT Effect
OPT1
Adjusts fog hang time.
OPT2
OPT3
OPT4
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PRESET
(cont’d from
prev page)
LED Status
On LED on
Follow LED illuminates in sync with
fog output
Off LED off
LED Bright 0% - 100%
LED Effect
Off
Special effects
Random
Pulse
Strobe
LED Style
LED Off
Manual fogging effectsAuto 1-4
Color 1-50
MagRF1 Style
LED Off
Wireless Remote Button AAuto 1-4
Color 1-50
MagRF2 Style
LED Off
Wireless Remote Button BAuto 1-4
Color 1-50
MagRF3 Style
LED Off
Wireless Remote Button CAuto 1-4
Color 1-50
MagRF4 Style
LED Off
Wireless Remote Button DAuto 1-4
Color 1-50
INFORMATION
State Normal / Error
Slot 1
Null
MagFly
MagApp
MagRF
Slot 2
Null
MagFly
MagApp
MagRF
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SYSTEM MENU
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SYSTEM MENU
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INFORMATION
(cont’d from prev
page)
Last Control
LCD_auto
Displays current source of
device control
LCD_manual
DMX
MagApp
MagRF
MagRemote
Error
MagRemote
State Yes / No Displays whether MagRemote control is connected
MagApp
Connect
Null No available MagApp source
Phone Mobile phone MagApp source
Route Router MagApp source
No MagApp module not installed
MagApp IP Display shows “No” if MagApp module is not
installed
MagFly CH 0 - 14
DMX Addr 1 - 512
DMX Mode 1 / 4 / 7
Timer Int 0s - 2500s
Timer Dur 0s - 250s
Heating 0% - 100%
Heater State
Normal
Error
No Heat
LCD Ver Vx.x
Sftwr Ver Vx.x

DMX CHANNEL FUNCTIONS & VALUES
CHANNEL VALUES FUNCTION
1-CH 4-CH 7-CH
1 1 1
Fog
000 - 009 Off
010 - 127 LED On (1-second delay after start of fog burst)
128 - 255 Max Fog Output, LED On
2
Macro
000 - 004 LED Off
005 - 154 Macro 1 - Macro 50 (see Macro Table)
155 - 180 Fog burst & lighting display loop (2s cycle)
181 - 205 Fog burst & lighting display loop (1s cycle)
206 - 230 Auto Mode 2
231 - 255 Auto Mode 1
2 000 - 255 Red, 0% - 100%
3 000 - 255 Green, 0% - 100%
4 000 - 255 Blue, 0% - 100%
5 000 - 255 Amber, 0% - 100%
3 6
Flash
000 - 031 Off
032 - 095 Random Strobe, slow to fast
096 - 159 Pulse, effect in sequence
160 - 255 Strobe effect, slow to fast
4 7
Dimmer
000 - 003 Off
004 - 255 Dimmer, 1% to 100%
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MACRO TABLE
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MACRO
NO.
DMX VALUES MACRO
NO.
DMX VALUES
1 005 - 007 26 080 - 082
2 008 - 010 27 083 - 085
3 011 - 013 28 086 - 088
4 014 - 016 29 089 - 091
5 017 - 019 30 092 - 094
6 020 - 022 31 095 - 097
7 023 - 025 32 098 - 100
8 026 - 028 33 101 - 103
9 029 - 031 34 104 - 106
10 032 - 034 35 107 - 109
11 035 - 037 36 110 - 112
12 038 - 040 37 113 - 115
13 041 - 043 38 116 - 118
14 044 - 046 39 119 - 121
15 047 - 049 40 122 - 124
16 050 - 052 41 125 - 127
17 053 - 055 42 128 - 130
18 056 - 058 43 131 - 133
19 059 - 061 44 134 - 136
20 062 - 064 45 137 - 139
21 065 - 067 46 140 - 142
22 068 - 070 47 143 - 145
23 071 - 073 48 146 - 148
24 074 - 076 49 149 - 151
25 077 - 079 50 152 - 154

DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS
Dimensions may not be drawn to scale.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
If you experience low output, pump noise, or no output at all, disconnect the device and discontinue
use immediately. Do not attempt to continue operation as this may damage the machine. Check the
fluid level, the breaker, and the wall outlet to make sure that it is sending power. If all the above factors
do not appear to be causing the issue, and the unit still fails to operate correctly, the unit will require
service. Please contact Magmatic Effects for assistance.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
When storing your device, be sure to store in a cool area. Cover the device so that dust does not build
up on the device. When storing for long periods of time it is highly advisable to run the device at least
once every 3-4 months. Long periods of inactivity can severely shorten the life of your device. Only
run Magmatic’s Atmosity fluid (SKU# AFF) through your machine. Never run plain water, vinegar,
or any other liquid solution through your device, as doing so will severely damage your device.
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SPECIFICATIONS
PERFORMANCE
Rated Power: 1450W
Max Output: 50,000 CFM* (cu ft/min.)
Max Continuous Output: 8 Seconds @ Full
Max Throw Distance: 25 Feet
Initial Ready Time: 9 Minutes
Cycling Ready Time: 1 Minute
Fluid Capacity: 2.5L
Fluid Consumption: 180ml/min.
COMPATIBLE FLUID
Atmosity Flash Fog Fluid (AFF-4L)
Atmosity Extreme Filtered Fog Fluid (AEF-4L)
CONSTRUCTION
Thermally Protected Heat Exchanger
Advanced HPA (high pressure air) Pump Technology Energy Saving Mode with Auto-Clean Process Sealed Fluid
Reservoir
External Visual Fluid Level Detection
Compact Light Weight Mobile Design
CONTROL
3 DMX Channel Modes (1 / 4 / 7)
Onboard LCD Touch Control Panel
DMX-512 and RDM Protocol Support
Optional MagFLY Wireless DMX Transceiver
Optional MagRF and Wired Remotes
CONNECTIONS
5-pin locking XLR, In/Out Data Connectors
IP65 Locking Input Power Connector
With Wired Digital Communication Network
SIZE / WEIGHT
Length: 16.26 in. (413mm)
Width: 7.60 in. (193mm)
Height: 14.80 in. (376mm)
Weight: 29.5 lbs. (13.4kg)
ELECTRICAL
Input Voltage: 120V, 230V, 240V 50/60Hz
Resettable Breaker (NFB): 20A (120V) / 10A (230V)
Max Power Consumption: 1560W
THERMAL
Maximum Ambient Temperature (Ta max) 104°F (40°C)
Exterior Surface Temperature, Steady State: 140°F (60°C)
APPROVALS / RATINGS
CE | cETLus (pending) | IP20
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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