Antari SW-250 Wireless Control High Output Snow Machine User Manual

Antari SW-250 Wireless Control High Output Snow Machine

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing Antari SW-250/SW-250X Snow Machine. Prior to use, it is suggested to read the instructions carefully and thoroughly. By following the instructions listed in this user manual, you can look forward to the best haze effect and the most reliable performance of your Antari SW-250/SW-250X Snow Machine for years to come. Please follow these operation and safety instructions to ensure a long and safe life for your SW-250/SW-250X.

DANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

• Keep this device dry.
• For indoor use only. Not designed for outside use.
• Use a grounded electrical outlet. Prior to use, make sure that the unit is installed at the rated voltage.
• Always unplug the machine before filling snow fluid.
• Turn off or unplug when not in use.
• This machine is not water or splashproof. If moisture, water, or snow fluid gets inside the housing, immediately unplug the unit. After unplugging, wipe the unit with dry a cloth and leave the unit stand still for a while. If any problem while use again, please contact a service technician or your ANTARI dealer.

DANGER OF BURN

• No user-serviceable and modifiable parts inside. Do not disassemble the housing and do any modification; otherwise damage of the device or danger of burn may be caused.
• For adult use only. The machine must be installed out of the reach of children. Never leave the unit running unattended.
• Position the machine in a well-ventilated area. Please leave at least 20cm of space surrounding the machine.
• Never add flammable liquids of any kind (oil, gas, perfume) to the snow fluid.
• Use only dealer-recommended genuine Antari snow fluid SL-5(A). Please do not use any other liquid which may cause erosion of inner parts.
• If your Antari SW-250/SW-250X Snow Machine fails to work properly, stop using it immediately. Contact your Antari dealer first. Pack the unit securely (preferably with the original packing material) and return it to your ANTARI dealer for service.

UNPACKING & INSPECTION

Open the shipping carton and check that all equipment necessary to operate the machine have arrived intact.
The shipping carton should contain the following items:

1. Snow machine with power cable
2. W-1 wireless transmitter (Only for SW-250 model)
3. Fluid tank
4. Hanging bracket
5. Screw set and user manual

Before beginning initial setup of your ANTARI SW-250/SW-250X Snow Machine, make sure that there is no evident damage caused by transportation. In the event of a damaged cable or unit housing, do not plug it in nor use it until contacting your Antari dealer for assistance.

SETUP and POWER ON

1. Remove all packing materials from shipping box. Check that all foam and plastic paddings are removed.
2. Place the machine on a flat surface and follow the steps below.
3. Assemble the hanging bracket on the machine, use the M8 screws to position the hanging bracket with the machine, the tightening screws are for adjusting the machine’s angle when in the air.
4. Fill with ANTARI SL-5(A) snow fluid. Any other types of fluid can damage the unit. When filled, place cap back on liquid tank.
5. Plug the power cable into a grounded electrical outlet and flip the power switch at the rear of the machine for powering on.

TRANSMITTER REGISTRATION

ONLY FOR SW-250 MODEL
After powering on, the LCD screen will show sequentially “Antari SW-250” and then “Wireless Setup…”. Press button “A” on the transmitter(s) to register when “Wireless Setup…” is visible. There is a total of 15 seconds to finish the registration of the transmitter(s). Once registration is completed, the LCD screen will blink and beep. The LCD screen will finally show “Wireless Setup OK” once the 15 seconds end. Up to 5 transmitters are allowed to be registered with one SW-250. The included transmitter has been registered with the machine before shipment and can be directly operated without any start-up setting. Therefore, registration is only needed before use of new W-1.
Note: All transmitter(s) registration must be completed within 15 seconds or SW-250 has to be power on again for next registration.

LCD CONTROL OPERATION

After transmitter(s) registration time ends, LCD screen will then show “Ready To Snow”. Now the machine is ready for operation.

FUNCTIONS SETTING

• Press the Menu button for setting different functions per sequence as below.
• Interval Set Set the interval time under timer mode by pressing the Up/Timer and Down/Volume buttons (20 to 2000 seconds).
• Duration Set Set the duration time under timer mode by pressing the Up/Timer and Down/Volume buttons (10 to 200 seconds).
• Timer Out Set the output volume under timer mode by pressing the Up/Timer and Down/Volume buttons (1 to 100 %).
• Volume Out Set the output volume under continuous mode by pressing the Up/Timer and Down/Volume buttons (1 to 100 %).
• DMX512 Add. Set the DMX channel under DMX control mode by pressing the Up/Timer and Down/Volume buttons (1 to 512 channels).
• Wireless ON Activate/terminates the wireless control system by pressing the Up/Timer and Down/Volume buttons (ON/OFF). When the wireless control system is activated, the letter “W” will be shown under the main screen display “Ready To Snow”. Once the wireless control system is terminated then the letter “W” will disappear accordingly.
• Quick Start Activate/terminate the quick start function by pressing the Up/Timer and Down/Volume buttons (ON/OFF). Once the Quick Start function is on, the output job under timer or continuous output (LCD/W-1/DMX) mode terminated by the power of will be directly resumed after power on again. When the unit is powered off not under output mode then the LCD screen will display “Ready To Snow” on the main screen.

OUTPUT UNDER TIMER MODE

• Press Up/Timer button to execute the interval/duration timing set and press Stop to stop.

OUTPUT UNDER CONTINUOUS OUTPUT MODE

• Press the Down/Volume button to output continuously until the Stop button is pressed.

REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION

ONLY FOR SW-250 MODEL
W-1: The wireless remote control W-1 consists of a transmitter equipped with two buttons for output on and off, and a receiver pre-attached to SW-250.

• Transmitter With the transmitter, it is possible to output via radio over a distance of up to 50 meters. The transmitter is compatible to any receiver of SW-250 and can control an unlimited number of machines in parallel. Press the button “A”, to output. As a control, the LED on the transmitter is lit. To stop the output, press the button “B”.

• Receiver
  The receiver is tested and built in SW-250. Please do not try to remove it. The receiver responds to up to 5 different transmitters that are registered with the machine. The included transmitter has been registered with the machine before shipment. It can be directly operated without any start-up setting.

• Battery change on the transmitter
  If the range of the transmitter decreases, the battery is probably exhausted and must be replaced. For this purpose, take off the housing cover and remove the used battery. Insert a fresh 12 V battery, and refit the housing cover.

• SC-2 (Optional): 25 ft. wired ON/OFF and volume remote controller with 4 pin XLR plug

• Red Switch – ON/OFF
  To output, switch to ON. To stop, switch to OFF.

• Volume Knob
  Adjust the output volume from 10% to 100% by turning the knob.

• Red LED Indicator
  When the remote is connected to the machine, the red LED will be on.

• Green LED Indicator
  When red switch is switched to ON, the green LED will be on.

DMX Connector Pin Assignment

The machine provides a 5-pin XLR connector for DMX connection. The diagram below indicates pin assignment information.

DMX CONTROL OPERATION
SW-250/SW-250X has on-board DMX control and the addressing is via LCD control panel. SW-250/SW-250X uses 1 channel to control output on/off and volume. The channel has a value range from 0 to 255. The on/off function can also be programmed with a DMX controller or DMX control software used by lighting and effects operator.

Channel A

• 11-255 = ON (1%-100%)
• 0-10 = OFF

If the value of channel A is set between 0 to 10, the unit is off. While the value is set between 11 to 255, the unit is on.
Note: Once DMX cable is connected to the unit, then the LCD control panel, W-1 transmitter and HC-1 controller connected cannot be used.

MAINTENANCE

1. Do not allow the snow liquid to become contaminated. Always place the caps back on the liquid container and the snow machine liquid tank immediately after filling.
2. Before storing away after each operation, rinse the system with pure water and let it pump for at least 1or 2 minutes. This step helps to ensure a longer life-span of the motor and the nozzle.
3. It is strongly recommended to regularly clean the dust/residue around snow machines’ vent holes (on both sides of the machine). Simply use a small brush, a toothbrush for example, and gently brush in the direction from top to bottom. This step helps to ensure that minimal debris will get into the machine or causes clogging.

CAUTION

• Never drink snow fluid. If it is ingested and feel sick in any case, call the doctor immediately. If haze fluid comes in contact with skin or eyes, rinse thoroughly with cold water.
• If you have followed the above operation steps, and you still experience low output, mechanical noise or no output at all, unplug the unit immediately from the mains. Check the fluid level, the external fuse, the remote control connection, and the power cable from the wall. If all of the above appears to be O.K., plug again. If the machine is still not functional, discontinue operating otherwise it may result in permanent damage to the unit. Return the machine to your Antari dealer.

SNOW FLUID
Antari SL-5/SL-5(A) fluid was designed for the use with Antari snow machines. Antari SL-5(A) is a non-toxic solution that produces fast-dissipating snow

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Input voltage US model : AC 100-120V, 50 / 60Hz 7.5A
• Rated power EU model : AC 220-240V, 50 / 60Hz 3.8A
• Fluid consumption 880W
• Fluid tank capacity 140 ml/min
• Compatible fluid 5l (1.32gal)
• Operating time Antari SL Snow Foam Fluid
• Ambient temp. range 35 mins at max. output
• Control  5 °C – 40 °C (41 °F-104 °F)
• DMX channels DMX512, Timer, Manual, Wireless
• Connection 1 channel
• Optional accessories IEC (Power) XLR 5-pin (DMX)
• Dimension  L539 W276 H310 mm (L21.22 W10.87 H12.20 inch)
• Weight 11.5 kg (25.35 lbs)

Approval

This product is in accordance with the R&TTE directive (Radio and Telecommunication Technical Equipment) of the European Union and falls into equipment Class 1. In all EU member countries, the operation of this wireless system is generally approved by the national telecom regulatory authority. The system is license-free. In some countries outside the EU, the operation of this wireless system may needs to be approved by the national telecoms regulatory authority.

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