blizzard Verismo Fresnel WW 300W 3200K Warm White LED 200mm Fresnel Fixture User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- blizzard
Table of Contents
blizzard Verismo Fresnel WW 300W 3200K Warm White LED 200mm Fresnel Fixture
GETTING STARTED
What’s In The Box?
- Verismo™ Fresnel WW Fixture
- Power Cable
- This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of the Box
Congratulations on purchasing the Verismo™ Profile WW. Now that you’ve got
your fixture, 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 fixture must be returned to the factory, it is important that
the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing.
Powering Up!
All fixtures 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.
Warning! All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Ground (Earthing).
Getting A Hold Of Us
If something happens to go wrong, visit blizzardpro.com/support and open a
support ticket. We’ll be happy to help, honest.
Disclaimer: The information 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. We reserve the right to update the existing, or create a new document to correct any errors or omissions at any time. You can download the latest version of this document from www.blizzardpro.com.
| Author: | Date: | Last Edited: | Date: |
|---|---|---|---|
| J. Thomas | 1/24/2022 | J. Thomas | 7/13/2022 |
Safety Instructions
Please read these instructions carefully. They include important information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product.
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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.
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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 fixture.
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This product is intended for indoor use only.
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To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to rain or moisture.
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Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating.
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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.
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ALWAYS disconnect from the power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to replace with same fuse size and type.
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ALWAYS secure fixture using a safety chain. NEVER carry the fixture by its head. Use its carrying handles.
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DO NOT operate at ambient temperatures higher than 104°F (40°C).
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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.
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Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
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Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
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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 open a support ticket at www.blizzardpro.com/support.
MEET THE VERISMO™ FRESNEL WW
Main Features
- Light source: 300W WW COB LED
- Color temperature: 3200K, CRI: 97
- 18°-65° motorized zoom
- 16-bit dimming, with 4 user-selectable dimming curves
- User selectable dimming speeds (low/medium/high)
- 1-25Hz strobe effects
- Flicker-free resolution, perfect for video
- Adjustable LED refresh rates (1000-8000 Hz)
- Aluminum housing (black)
- PowerCON® TRUE1™ compatible in/out power connectors
- 3/5-pin male/female XLR input & output connections
Control
- Control system: STM32 control chip, DMX-512
- DMX channels: 2/3/4/6-channels
- Easy-to-use 4-button control panel with OLED display
- Operating modes: DMX-512, standalone
DMX Quick Reference (2/3/4/6-Channel Modes)
| 2-CH | 3-CH | 4-CH | 6-CH | What It Does |
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| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | Dimmer (0% <–> 100%) |
| — | 2 | 2 | 2 | Dimmer Fine (0% <–> 100%) |
| 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | Zoom (wide <–> narrow) |
| — | — | 4 | 4 | Strobe (slow <–> fast) |
| — | — | — | 5 | Dimming Speed |
| — | — | — | 6 | Dimming Curves |
Verismo™ Fresnel WW Pin-Up Picture
The Rear Connections
SETUP
Before replacing the fuse, disconnect the power cord.
ALWAYS replace it with the same type and rating.
Fuse Replacement
Remove the fuse holder from of its housing. Then take out the damaged fuse
from its holder and replace with exact same type of fuse. Reattach the fuse
holder, and then reconnect power.
Connecting A Bunch of Verismo™ Fresnel Fixtures
You can use a serial data link to run light shows when using a DMX-512 controller with two or more fixtures. The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fixtures the data link can support.
Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line. Also, connecting more than 32 fixtures 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 fixtures on a serial data link is 32 fixtures.
Data/DMX Cabling
To link fixtures 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 specifications 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. 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
Cable Connectors
Cables must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end. (Duh!)
A Word on Termination:
DMX is a resilient communication protocol, however errors still occasionally
occur. Termination reduces signal errors, and therefore best practices include
use of a terminator in all circumstances. If you are experiencing problems
with erratic fixture behavior, especially over long signal cable runs, a
terminator may help improve performance.
To build your own DMX Terminator:
Obtain a 120-ohm, 1/4-watt resistor, and wire it between pins 2 & 3 of the
last fixture. They are also readily available from specialty retailers..
CAUTION: Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common can cause a ground loop, and your fixture 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?!?
This fixture is equipped with both 3-pin and 5-pin XLR sockets for DMX input
and output. The sockets are wired in parallel. Only use a shielded twisted
pair cable designed for RS-485 and 3/5-pin XLR connectors to connect the
controller to the fixture, or the fixture to another fixture.
| Conductor | 3-Pin Female (Output) | 5-Pin Male (Input) |
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| Ground/Shield | Pin 1 | Pin 1 |
| Data 1- (Primary Data Link) | Pin 2 | Pin 2 |
| Data 1+ (Primary Data Link) | Pin 3 | Pin 3 |
| Data 2- (Optional Secondary Data Link) | — | Pin 4 – Do Not Use |
| Data 2+ (Optional Secondary Data Link) | — | Pin 5 – Do Not Use |
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 first fixture’s male connector (input).
Note: It doesn’t matter which fixture address is the first one connected. We recommend connecting the fixtures in terms of their proximity to the controller, rather than connecting the lowest fixture number first, and so on.
- Step 3: Connect other fixtures in the chain from output to input as above. Place a DMX terminator on the output of the final fixture to ensure best communication.
Fixture Linking
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Connect the male connector side of the DMX cable to the output female connector of the first fixture.
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Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a female connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a male connector. Then, proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on.
Mounting & Rigging
This fixture may be mounted in any SAFE position provided there is enough room for ventilation. The fan or vent pathway must never be obstructed.
IMPORTANT: Regardless of the rigging option you choose for your fixtures,
always be sure to secure your fixture with a safety cable.
Mount the fixture using a suitable “C” or “O” type clamp. The clamp should be rated to hold at least 10x the fixture’s weight to ensure structural stability. Do not mount to surfaces of unknown strength, and ensure properly rated rigging is used when mounting fixtures overhead.
Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, which includes calculating working load limits, knowledge of the installation material being used, and periodic safety inspections. If you lack these qualifications, do not attempt the installation yourself.
OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS
The Control Panel
All the features and different modes possible with the Verismo™ Fresnel are
accessed by using the control panel on the rear of the fixture. There are 4
control buttons under the menu 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 confirm/store the current selection.
The control panel 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 first available option for the selected menu function. To select a menu item, press < ENTER>.
Use the < UP> and < 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 previous option or menu without changing the value, press the