Blizzard Mister Stroboto User manual
Blizzard Lighting, LLC
http://www.blizzardpro.com
Waukesha, WI USA
Copyright (c) 2019
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Mister Stroboto™ LED Strobe 1
1. Getting Started 3
What’s In The Box? 3
Getting It Out Of The Box 3
Powering Up! 3
Getting A Hold Of Us 3
Safety Instructions (Don’t Stick Your Hand In The Toaster!) 4
2. Meet Mister Stroboto™ 5
Main Features 5
DMX Quick Reference 5
The Mister Stroboto™ Pin-up Picture 6
3. Setup 7
Fuse Replacement 7
Connecting A Bunch Of Mister Stroboto™ Fixtures 7
Data/DMX Cables 7
Cable Connectors 8
3-Pin??? 5-Pin??? Huh? 8
Fixture Linking (Master/Slave Mode 9
Mounting & Rigging 9
Mounting Points 10
Clamp Mounting 11
Securing the Fixture 11
4. Operating Adjustments 12
The Control Panel 12
Control Panel Menu Structure 13
DMX Values In-Depth 14
5. Appendix 16
A Quick DMX Lesson 16
Keeping Your Mister Stroboto™ As Good As New 17
Returns (Gasp!) 17
Shipping Issues 17
Tech Specs 18
Dimensional Drawings 19
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1. GETTING STARTED
What’s In The Box?
• 1 x Mister Stroboto™
• 1 x LED Diuser
• 1 x Ever-So-Handy Power Cord
• 2 x Mounting Brackets
• This Lovely User Manual
Getting It Out Of The Box
Domo arigato, for purchasing Mister Stroboto™! Now that you’ve got Mister Stroboto™
(or hopefully Stroboto's)
, 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 xture must be
returned to the factory, it is important that the xture be returned in the original factory
box and packing.
Powering Up!
All xtures must be powered directly o a switched circuit and cannot be run o a
rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer
channel is used solely for a 0% to 100% switch.
AC Voltage Switch - Not all xtures have a voltage select switch, so please verify that the
xture you receive is suitable for your local power supply. See the label on the xture or
refer to the xture’s specications chart for more information. A xture’s listed current
rating is its average current draw under normal conditions. Check the xture or device
carefully to make sure that if a voltage selection switch exists that it is set to the correct
line voltage you will use.
Warning! Verify that the voltage select switch on your unit matches the line
voltage applied. Damage to your xture may result if the line voltage applied does
not match the voltage indicated on the voltage selector switch. All xtures must
be connected to circuits with a suitable Ground (Earthing).
Getting A Hold Of Us
If something is wrong, please just visit our website at www.blizzardpro.com/
support and open a support ticket. We’ll be happy to help, honest.
Disclaimer: The information and specications 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. Blizzard Lighting™ reserves the
right to update the existing document or to 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 8/23/2019 J. Thomas 12/11/2019
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Please read these instructions carefully. They include
important information about the installation, usage and
maintenance of this product.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• 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.
• 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 de-
cal or rear panel of the xture.
• This product is intended for indoor use only.
• To prevent risk of re or shock, do not expose xture to rain or moisture.
• Make sure there are no ammable materials close to the unit while operating.
• 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.
• ALWAYS disconnect from the power source before servicing or replacing fuse
and be sure to replace with same fuse size and type.
• ALWAYS secure xture using a safety chain. NEVER carry the xture by its
head. Use its carrying handles.
• DO NOT operate at ambient temperatures higher than 104°F (40°C).
• 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 tech-
nical assistance center. Always use the same type spare parts.
• NEVER connect the device to a dimmer pack.
• Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
• 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.
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2. MEET MISTER STROBOTO™
MAIN FEATURES
• 8* 100W 6500K CTO white LED strobe with 90° beam angle
• Background colors via 32* 3W 3-in-1 RGB LEDs
• Individually controllable strobe + 4/8-section background color LEDs
• 1-30Hz strobe, ash duration, and variable/random eects
• 20 built-in strobe & 20 background color automated programs
• 15 preset background colors with jump and fade eects
• 5-pin DMX In/Out + RJ45 etherCON™ connections (Art-Net)
• PowerCON™ compatible AC power In/Out
CONTROL:
• Protocol: USITT DMX-512, Art-Net, RDM
• DMX channels: 4/5/8/10/15/16/28-channel modes
• 2.4” TFT LCD display with 4 button control
• Operating modes: DMX512, Master/Slave, Auto
DMX Quick Reference: 2/4/12/29/45-Channel Modes
2CH 4CH 12CH 29CH 45CH What It Does
-- 1 1 1 1 Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
12222Strobe
-- 3 -- 3 3 Flash Duration (0 - 510ms)
-- -- -- 4 4 White LED Dimmer 1 (0% <--> 100%)
-- -- -- 5 5 White LED Dimmer 2 (0% <--> 100%)
-- -- -- 6 6 White LED Dimmer 3 (0% <--> 100%)
-- -- -- 7 7 White LED Dimmer 4 (0% <--> 100%)
-- -- -- -- 8 White LED Dimmer 5 (0% <--> 100%)
-- -- -- -- 9 White LED Dimmer 6 (0% <--> 100%)
-- -- -- -- 10 White LED Dimmer 7 (0% <--> 100%)
-- -- -- -- 11 White LED Dimmer 8 (0% <--> 100%)
-- -- 3 8 12 Strobe Programs
-- -- 4 9 13 Program Speed (slow <---> fast)
-- -- 5 10 14 Background Dimmer (0% <--> 100%)
-- -- 6 11 15 Background Strobe (slow <---> fast)
-- -- 7 12 16 Background Red (0% <--> 100%)
-- -- 8 13 17 Background Green (0% <--> 100%)
-- -- 9 14 18 Background Blue (0% <--> 100%)
2 4 10 15 19 Color Macro (background)
-- -- 11 16 20 Macro Auto (background)
-- -- 12 17 21 Macro Speed (background, slow <--> fast)
-- -- -- 18-29 22-45 Background Colors (29CH =4x R/G/B, 45CH =8x
R/G/B)
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Figure 1: Mister Stroboto™ Pin-Up Picture
Figure 2: The Rear Connections
Figure 1: Mister Stroboto™ Pin-Up Picture
4-Button Control
Panel with 2.4" TFT
Color Display
32* 3-watt 3-in-1
RGB LEDs
8* 100-watt 6500K
CTO White LEDs
Cooling
Fins
Power
Input
DMX
Input
RJ45
(Ethernet)
Power
Output
DMX
Output
Rotary Knob
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Fuse Replacement
Mister Stroboto™ utilizes a high-output switch-mode power supply
with an internal fuse. Under normal operating conditions, it should not
require replacement. Should the fuse require replacement, please con-
tact Blizzard Lighting for instructions, or to return your unit for service.
Connecting A Bunch of Mister Stroboto™ Fixtures
You will need a serial data link to run light shows using a DMX-512
controller or to run shows on two or more xtures set to sync in mas-
ter/slave operating mode. The combined number of channels required
by all the xtures on a serial data link determines the number of x-
tures the data link can support.
Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line.
Also, connecting more than 32 xtures 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 dis-
tance is 500 meters (1640 ft). The maximum recommended number
of xtures on a serial data link is 32 xtures.
Data/DMX Cabling
To link xtures 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 specications for EIA RS-485
applications. Standard microphone cables will “probably” be OK, but
note that they cannot transmit DMX data as reliably over long distanc-
es. In any event, 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
Before replacing a fuse, disconnect the power cord.
ALWAYS replace with the same type and rating of fuse.
3. SETUP
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Cable Connectors
Cables must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connec-
tor on the other end. (Duh!)
CAUTION: Do not allow contact between the common and the
xture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common can cause a ground
loop, and your xture 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?!?
If you use a controller with only a 3-pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 3-pin to 5-pin
adapter. They are widely available over the internet and from specialty retailers. If you’d like to build your
own, the chart below details a proper cable conversion:
Conductor 3-pin Male (Input) 5-Pin Female (Output)
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) n/c Pin 4
Data 2+ (Optional Secondary Data Link) n/c Pin 5
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 rst xture’s male connector
(input). Note: It doesn’t matter which
xture address is the rst one connected. We
recommend connecting the xtures in terms
of their proximity to the controller, rather than
connecting the lowest xture number rst, and
so on.
Step 3: Connect other xtures in the chain
from output to input as above. Place a DMX
terminator on the output of the nal xture to
ensure best communication.
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Fixture Linking (Master/Slave Mode)
1. Connect the (male) 5-pin connector side of the
DMX cable to the output (female) 5-pin connector of
the rst xture.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from
the rst xture which will have a (female) 5-pin
connector to the input connector of the next xture
consisting of a (male) 5-pin connector. Then,
proceed to connect from the output as stated above
to the input of the following xture and so on.
A quick note: Often,
the setup for Master-
Slave and Standalone
operation requires that
the rst xture in the
chain be initialized for
this purpose via either
settings in the control
panel or DIP-switches.
Secondarily, the xtures
that follow may also
require a slave setting.
Check the “Operating Adjustments” section in this manual for com-
plete instructions for this type of setup and conguration.
Mounting & Rigging
This xture may be mounted in any SAFE position provided there is
enough room for ventilation.
It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. Mount the
xture using a suitable “C” or “O” type clamp. The clamp should be
rated to hold at least 10x the xture’s weight to ensure structural sta-
bility. Do not mount to surfaces with unknown strength, and ensure
properly “rated” rigging is used when mounting xtures overhead.
Adjust the angle of the xture by loosening both knobs and tilting the
xture. After nding the desired position, retighten both knobs.
• When selecting installation location, take into consideration lamp
replacement access (if applicable) and routine maintenance.
• Safety cables MUST ALWAYS be used.
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Mounting Points
Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, which includes
calculating working load limits, knowledge of the installation material
being used, and periodic safety inspection of all installation material
and the xture. If you lack these qualications, do not attempt the
installation yourself. Improper installation can result in bodily injury.
Caution!
Please be aware, you should have a qualied electrician performing all
of your electrical connection needs.
Be sure to complete all rigging and installation procedures before
connecting the main power cord to the appropriate wall outlet.
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