qtx Harrier-1500 Horizontal LED Fog Jet Machine 1500W User Manual
- September 28, 2024
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qtx Harrier-1500 Horizontal LED Fog Jet Machine 1500W
Specifications
- Product Name: Harrier-1500 Vertical/Horizontal LED Fog Jet Machine 1500W
- Order Reference: 160.487UK
Product Usage Instructions
Setting Up
- Unpack the Harrier-1500 unit.
- Open the fluid door, unscrew the cap of the tank, and remove it to fill it with fog fluid.
- Replace the bottle and screw the cap securely, ensuring the pipes are fed down to the bottom of the bottle for consistent fluid flow.
- If using DMX for control, connect the DMX signal from the controller to the DMX IN XLR connector. Additional DMX units can be connected via the DMX OUT XLR connector.
- Connect the twist and lock mains cable and power the unit on.
- The unit will start warming up, typically taking around 5-6 minutes.
Operation
Use the control buttons on the rear panel for efficient operation.
- Button Up: Scrolls between setting screens, Increases function or setting value
- Button Down: Decreases function or setting value
- Timer: Sets up the timing for fog output
- Volume: Sets up the volume for fog output
- Manual: Press and release for fog on demand (max. 15 secs)
The LCD panel on the rear displays various outputs such as unit warming up, ready to use, fog interval set up, fog duration set up, DMX address code, and low fluid sensor LED settings.
FAQ
Q: What should I do if the tank is empty while the machine is running?
A: If the tank is empty while the machine is running, immediately switch off the machine to prevent damage. Refill the tank before restarting the machine.
Q: How should I clean the unit for maintenance?
A: Use a soft dry or slightly damp cloth to clean the casing. Do not use strong solvents. Periodically clean the fog mechanism by operating with distilled water and consider using fog machine cleaning fluid (160.670UK) as recommended.
INTRODUCTION
- Caution: Please read this manual carefully before operating Damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
- The Harrier-1500’s innovative design means it can provide either vertical or horizontal jets of smoke to rapidly fill larger venues. This powerful smoke effect can then be highlighted with an array of colors from the 24 bright LEDs housed in the unit.
- The smoke and light effects are easily controlled using either the control panel on the unit, the included keyfob-style RF wireless remote, or by 7-channel DMX connection.
- The 2.5 litre fluid bottle can be removed for easy refilling and there is a slot window to indicate the current fluid level.
- Innovative design provides either vertical or horizontal powerful smoke jet
- Nine powerful 3W LEDs add a bright colourful light show to the fog effect
- 24 bright 3W LEDs add a colorful light show to the smoke effect
- In-built control panel with LCD
- 433Mhz keyfob-style RF wireless remote
- 7-Channel DMX connectivity
- Removable 2.5-litre fluid tank
- integrated low fluid protection switch ensures the unit can’t be damaged if left running when the tank is empty.
In the box
- Please check the contents to ensure that the product has been received in good condition.
- Harrier-1500 Fog Jet Machine
- RF Remote Control
- UK/EU Mains Leads
- Mounting bracket & screws
- User guide
- If you find any accessory is missing or the machine has arrived with damage, please contact your local dealer at once. Do not try to fix this item yourself or you will invalidate the warranty.
- Please keep the original packaging and invoice for any possible replacement or return demands.
Warnings:
- To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose electrical parts to rain or moisture.
- If liquids are spilled on areas other than inside the fluid tank, disconnect the mains, allow the unit to dry out, and have it checked by qualified personnel before use.
- Avoid any impact, dropping, or extreme pressure on the housing.
- No user-serviceable parts inside – do not open the case.
- Allow the unit to acclimatise to room temperature before operating.
Safety and Cleaning
- Check for correct mains voltage and condition of mains lead before connecting to power.
- This unit must be earthed.
- This unit uses a heating element – be aware that parts of the housing may be hot during use!
- Use a soft dry or slightly damp cloth to clean the casing.
- Do not use strong solvents for cleaning the housing.
- Clean the fog mechanism periodically by operating with distilled water.
- It is also recommended to use fog machine cleaning fluid (160.670UK) periodically.
Recommended Fluids
For the Harrier-1500, we strongly recommend the following fluid which has been specifically formulated to perform best with any heater-based fog machines.
QTX ref code | Description | Size |
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160.644UK | High-quality fog fluid pink | 1 Litre |
160.583UK | High-quality fog fluid pink | 5 Litre |
Rear Panel
Setting Up
- Unpack the Harrier-1500 unit.
- Open the fluid door, unscrew the cap of the tank, and remove it to fill it with fog fluid.
- Replace the bottle and screw the cap securely, making sure that the pipes are fed down to the bottom of the bottle to ensure a consistent flow of fluid.
- If DMX is to be used for control, connect the DMX signal from the controller to the DMX IN XLR connector. Any further DMX-controlled units may be connected via the DMX OUT XLR connector.
- Connect the twist and lock mains cable and power the unit on.
- The unit will begin the warming-up process which normally takes around 5-6 minutes.
Operation
Use the control buttons on the rear panel of the unit to operate the unit’s modes and functions quickly and efficiently as below.
Button | Response |
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Function | Scrolls between setting screens |
Up | Increase function or setting value |
Down | Decrease function or setting value |
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Timer | Sets up the timing for the fog output |
Volume | Sets up the volume for the fog output |
Manual | Press and release for fog on demand (max. 15 secs) |
The LCD panel on the rear of the unit will display the following outputs:
Function | Display | Content |
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Unit warming up | Warming up | The unit will take around 4-5 mins to warm up |
Ready to use | Ready to fog | The unit is ready to fog |
Fog interval setup | INTERVAL SET | 5-200 seconds |
Fog duration setup | DURATION SET | 5-200 seconds |
DMX address code | DMX 512 ADD | Set required DMX address (see below table for |
DMX content
Low fluid sensor| Fluid Sensor On| Turn the low fluid sensor on/off
LED settings| Inner Flame 0| LEDs off
Inner Flame 1| Red LEDs
Inner Flame 2| Green LEDs
Inner Flame 3| Blue LEDs
Inner Flame 4| Yellow LEDs
Inner Flame 5| Green+Blue LED Mix
Inner Flame 6| Red+Blue LED Mix
Inner Flame 7| Red+Green+Blue LED Mix
Inner Flame 8| Colour change
Inner Flame 9| Colour fade
The small RF remote control supplied can also be used when wireless control of the unit is needed. Ensure the wireless RF controller is connected to the unit, to use the remote for the following functions.
- Fog effect on demand (max. 15 seconds)
- Solid color select
- Colour change or Colour fade
- LEDs on/off
If the LCD panel display is set to DMX mode (d001-d512), the unit will operate by DMX control as follows.
Channel | Value | Content |
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CH1 | 0-5 | No Fog |
6-255 | Start to fog | |
CH2 | 0-5 | LEDs off |
6-127 | Colour change mode | |
128-255 | Color fade mode | |
CH3 | 0-5 | Invalid |
6-255 | Speed adjust for CH2 selection (slow to fast) | |
CH4 | 0-5 | Invalid |
6-255 | Strobe effect (slow to fast) | |
CH5 | 0-5 | Invalid |
6-255 | Red LED (low to high) | |
CH6 | 0-5 | Invalid |
6-255 | Green LED (low to high) | |
CH7 | 0-5 | Invalid |
6-255 | Blue LED (low to high) |
Specifications
Power supply | 220-240Vac, 50/60Hz (twist and lock) |
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Fuse rating | F10A |
Power | 1500W |
Warm-up time | 5-6 minutes |
Remote control frequency | 433Mhz |
DMX channels | 7 |
Fog output (approx.) | 32,000 Cu.Ft/min |
Tank capacity | 2.5 litres |
LED power | 3W x 24pcs |
Dimensions | 215 x 360 x 410mm |
Weight | 9.2kg |
Troubleshooting
- This product is classed as Electrical or Electronic equipment and should not be disposed of with other household or commercial waste at the end of its useful life. The goods must be disposed of according to your local council guidelines
- Errors and omissions excepted. Copyright© 2024 AVSL Group Ltd, Unit 2 Bridgewater Park, AVSL (Europe) Ltd, Unit 3D North Point House,
- Taylor Road, Trafford Park, Manchester. M41 7JQ. North Point Bus. Park, New Mallow Road, Cork, Ireland.
- www.avsl.com
Documents / Resources
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