MDG Me4 User manual

Quick Start
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Keyboard
Fog output
VAC Input
190-250 VAC, 50/60 Hz
CO2or N2Gas input
50-60 psi ( kPa)
MAIN POWER Switch
XLR-5 DMX/ RDM Connector
USB Connector
LCD
Fog fluid reservoir
MDG Me4
Installation
Connect the gas inlet to a gas bottle equipped
with a regulator. The gas inlet is an Oxygen
Adaptor (9/16-18 R.H).
Connect the data wiring (Male XLR-5
connector for DMX/RDM) if you are using a
DMX or RDM controller.
Connect the power cord 190-250 VAC, 50/60
Hz, 2815W.
Open the gas bottle (CO2or N2industrial
grade, over 99% of purity), and set the
regulator pressure between 50 and 60 psi
(3.5 and 4.1 bar, or 350 and 410 kPa).
Fill the reservoir with MDG Neutral Fog
Fluid.
Power ON the MDG Me4.
Working with the keyboard (LOCAL Mode)
Verify the communication mode in the «INTERFACE
COMM.». When the «AUTO» mode is activated, the MDG Me4 is then
controlled by DMX, only if there is a signal. If the DMX wire is unplugged, the
control remains local.
When the generator is manually switched to «UNIT ON» mode («CONTROLUNITON»), the program starts the heating
cycle for approximately 8 minutes («STATUSSTATE = % HEAT»).
When the temperature reaches operating level, the Automatic Purging SystemTM (APS™) will be initiated
(«STATUSSTATE = PURGE»).
After the first purging cycle is completed (1 min), the generator is ready to produce fog («STATUSSTATE = READY»).
To produce Fog, switch the generator to «FOG ON» mode («CONTROLFOGON»).
The MDG Me4 will start to produce fog right away.
Fog emission can be controlled by adjusting the working pressure of the internal reservoir («CONTROLPRESSURE»).
The MDG Me4 will produce fog as long as the control parameters are within specifications, the fog fluid reservoir filled and
the gas bottle pressurized.
If a critical problem occurs, the fog generator automatically shuts down, and displays an error message in the Status Menu.
The most common errors are (check the manual for more details):
ERROR = P. LOW Gas bottle is probably closed, empty or not connected. Check also the regulator pressure.
ERROR = P. HIGH The input gas pressure is too high (Pressure between 50-60 psi / 3.5-4.1 bar / 350-410 kPa).
ERROR = HEATER Check the AC voltage.
ERROR = PCB HIGH Move the generator to a colder location.

Générateur de brouillard Fog generators
10301 av. Pelletier, Montreal, Quebec, H1H 3R2, Canada
T [phone] 1-800-663-3020 F [phone]
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Working with DMX/RDM Control (DMX Mode)
Connect a DMX line to DMX In connector ( Male XLR-5 connector).
Select the communication mode in the «INTERFACE COMM.». When the «AUTO» mode is activated, the MDG Me4
is then controlled by DMX, only if there is a DMX signal.
Set the DMX Start Address in the Interface Menu («INTERFACECOMM.DMX ADDR»), and choose any value between
1 and 510 (512, last DMX channel).
The DMX Start Address can be reassigned via a RDM control.
The generator uses three (3) DMX channels:
Channel 1 0 (0%) UNIT OFF 128 (50%) UNIT ON 255 (100%)
Channel 2 0 (0%) –255 (100%), FOG OUTPUT (from minimum to maximum)
Channel 3 0 (0%) FOG OFF 128 (50%) FOG ON 255 (100%)
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Technical Specifications
Maximum fog output (per minute): 400 m3(14,126 ft3)
Fog colour: Pure white
Particle size: 0.5 to 0.7 microns
Fluid consumption: 4 L (119 oz / 1.06 US gal) per hour at 2.76 bar / 40 psi
Fluid type: MDG NeutralTM Fog Fluid ONLY
M.S.D.S. available on request
Fluid reservoir: 2.5 l (0.66 US gal) bottle
Gas type: Industrial Grade CO2or N2
Gas pressure input: 4.15 bar / 60 psi max
Gas consumption: 3.4 kg (7.5 lb) per hour at 2.76 bar / 40 psi
Operating voltage: 190-250 VAC, 50/60Hz, 1 phase, 2815 W
Ground / Earth connection REQUIRED
Operating temperature: 0 ºC to 50 ºC (32 ºF to 122 ºF)
Operating humidity: 90 % relative humidity @ 50 ºC (122 ºF), non-condensing
Storage temperature: -40 ºC (-40 ºF) to 60 ºC (140 ºF)
Storage humidity: 80% relative humidity @ 60º C (140 ºF)
Approval CE, CSA and UL pending
Dimensions 31.5 cm (12.5”) H x 28.5 cm (11.5”) W x 68. cm (27”) L
Weight: 33 kg (84 lb)
… For further details, please read the Operating Guide.