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Stairville AF-150 DMX User Manual

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  • Page 1 AF-150 DMX fog machine user manual...
  • Page 2 Musikhaus Thomann e.K. Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 E-mail: info@thomann.de Internet: www.thomann.de 30.09.2013...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installation..............................15 Starting up..............................16 Connections and operating elements................... 18 Operating..............................26 7.1 Remote control functions......................28 7.2 Function in ‘DMX’ mode........................ 29 Technical specifications........................31 Plug and connection assignments....................32 Troubleshooting............................33 Cleaning............................... 35 Protecting the environment......................37 AF-150 DMX...

  • Page 4: General Notes

    General notes General notes This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to other users, be sure that they also receive this manual.
  • Page 5 NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided. AF-150 DMX...
  • Page 6 General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – flammable substances. Warning – hot surface. Warning – suspended load. Warning – harmful or irritating substances. fog machine...
  • Page 7 General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. AF-150 DMX...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used to produce artificial fog by vaporising fog fluid. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating con‐ ditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 9 There are no user-serviceable parts inside. DANGER! Electric shock caused by short-circuit Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a registered electrician. AF-150 DMX...
  • Page 10 Safety instructions WARNING! Risk of burns from flammable liquids The use of flammable liquids in this device may cause severe burns and damage to property. Always use approved fog fluids. Never fill flammable liquids into the tank of the device. WARNING! Risk of burns The generated fog at the fog nozzle is hot and can cause burns.
  • Page 11 Fog fluid does contain glycols complying with the regulations for foodstuffs. However, it may be harmful if swallowed. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice immediately. Keep fog fluid in a safe place. If the fog fluid comes into contact with eyes rinse thoroughly with water. AF-150 DMX...
  • Page 12 Safety instructions CAUTION! Possible respiratory problems The device can be operated safely only with the approved fog fluid. The use of other fluids can release toxic gases. Claims for damages caused by the use of non- approved fluids shall be excluded. Do not create fog in closed or poorly ventilated areas.
  • Page 13 Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user. Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire. AF-150 DMX...

  • Page 14: Features

    Features Features This fog machine is suitable for use in clubs, bars, discotheques and on stages Special features of the device: Control via DMX (one channel) or via the supplied remote control Suitable for mobile use due to compact design Bracket for mounting on truss or ceiling included fog machine...

  • Page 15: Installation

    You can install the device on the wall, the ceiling or on the floor. The device must not be posi‐ tioned with more than 15° inclination during operation. The unit requires 20 cm clearance on the sides and above. AF-150 DMX...

  • Page 16: Starting Up

    Starting up Starting up Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high- quality cables for all connections. NOTICE! Possible data transmission errors For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐ nary microphone cables.
  • Page 17 Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second one, and so on to form a daisy chain. Always ensure that the output of the last DMX device in the daisy chain is terminated with a resistor (110 Ω, ¼ W). AF-150 DMX...

  • Page 18: Connections And Operating Elements

    Connections and operating elements Connections and operating elements Front panel fog machine...
  • Page 19 Connections and operating elements 1 Fog nozzle. 2 Fog fluid container with screw-cap. 3 Bracket for hanging. 4 Carrying handle. 5 Locking screws for the mounting bracket. AF-150 DMX...
  • Page 20 Connections and operating elements Rear panel fog machine...
  • Page 21 6 Main switch. Turns the device on and off. 7 FUSE Fuse holder. 8 POWER Mains cable for power supply. 9 DIP switch for setting the DMX address. 10 DMX IN DMX input. 11 DMX OUT DMX output. AF-150 DMX...
  • Page 22 Connections and operating elements 12 CONTROLLER INPUT Connection for the remote control. 13 Liquid level indicator. fog machine...
  • Page 23 Connections and operating elements Remote control AF-150 DMX...
  • Page 24 Connections and operating elements 21 Rotary control [INTERVAL] With this control you can set the time interval between two fog outputs in a range between 10 and 200 seconds. 22 Rotary control [VOLUME] With this control you can adjust the amount of fog to be produced by the device with each blast (between 0% and 100%).
  • Page 25 With this switch, you can turn the Timer function on or off. In this mode, the amount of fog set by the [VOLUME] control is emitted within the time intervals that you have set with the [INTERVAL] control. AF-150 DMX...

  • Page 26: Operating

    Operating Operating Filling the unit NOTICE! Possible damages caused by unsuitable fog fluid Fog liquids not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the unit. Only use the fog fluids listed on www.thomann.de and follow their instructions for use. First, make sure the unit is disconnected from the mains. Open the screw-cap of the liquid container and fill in the fog fluid.
  • Page 27 Turning the unit off Disconnect the device from the mains. Transport the device only when it is completely cooled down. To avoid leaking fog fluid during transport, you should transport the device only with empty fluid container. AF-150 DMX...

  • Page 28: Remote Control Functions

    Operating 7.1 Remote control functions When the device is not controlled by DMX, it supports the following operating modes that can be selected with the remote control: Manual operation with maximum fog Press the pushbutton [MANUAL]. This mode takes precedence over all others. This means that you don't have to stop the timer function and continuous operation before you press the button.

  • Page 29: Function In 'Dmx' Mode

    The value of the DIP switches 1-9 is binary coded. To set the desired DMX address, set the DIP switches so that the sum of the resulting numbers yields the desired DMX address. Please orient yourself by the following table: DMX addresse AF-150 DMX...
  • Page 30 Operating DMX addresse 0: DIP switch is in ‘OFF’ position. 1: DIP switch is in ‘ON’ position. Example: To set the DMX address 10 set DIP switches 2 and 4 to ‘ON’, all others to ‘OFF’. The highest possible DMX address is 511 (all DIP switches to ‘ON’). DIP switch 10 has no function.

  • Page 31: Technical Specifications

    AC 230 V , 50 Hz Fuse 5 A / 250 V, slow-blow, 5 mm × 20 mm Power consumption 800 W Dimensions (W × D × H) 290 mm × 450 mm × 265 mm Weight 5.5 kg AF-150 DMX...

  • Page 32: Plug And Connection Assignments

    Plug and connection assignments Plug and connection assignments Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment so that a perfect light experience is guaranteed. Please take our tips, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into a socket, the result of an incorrect connection may be a destroyed DMX controller, a short circuit or ‘just’...

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    1. Check the address settings and the DMX polarity. 2. Try using another DMX controller. 3. Check to see if the DMX cables run near or alongside to high voltage cables that may cause damage or interference to DMX interface circuits. AF-150 DMX...
  • Page 34 Troubleshooting If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. fog machine...

  • Page 35: Cleaning

    Take the suction hose out of the fluid container of the fog machine and put it into the bottle with the cleaning fluid. Connect the device to the mains and turn it on with the main switch. Wait until the required operating temperature has been reached. AF-150 DMX...
  • Page 36 Cleaning Switch the unit to continuous operation and release fog for about 20 seconds. Put the suction hose back into the fluid container of the fog machine and release fog for another 20 seconds. This rinses the pipes. ð The cleaning is completed. fog machine...

  • Page 37: Protecting The Environment

    Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility. AF-150 DMX...
  • Page 38 Notes fog machine...
  • Page 40 Musikhaus Thomann e.K. · Treppendorf 30 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...

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