Starting up..............................16 Connections and controls........................18 Operating..............................24 7.1 Remote control functions......................26 7.2 Function in ‘DMX’ mode........................ 27 Technical specifications........................29 Plug and connection assignments....................32 Troubleshooting............................33 Cleaning............................... 34 Protecting the environment......................36 AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline. If you have any problems with the device the customer service will Service gladly assist you. 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
ð Automatic operation is started. Switch off the device. 1.3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual. AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided. Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – flammable substances. AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – hot surface. Warning - slip hazard. Warning – harmful or irritating substances. Warning – danger zone. AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or damaged. AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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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 thor‐ oughly with water. AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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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 Fog Machine...
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During operation, ensure that the visibility in the room does not fall below 2 m so that everyone in the room can still orient themselves safely. The fog or haze generated by the device may trigger smoke alarms. AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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 included AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
Place the device on a stable, fire-proof basis that is at least twice as large as the device. The device requires 20 cm clearance at the sides and above. The unit should be installed horizon‐ tally, a maximum deviation of 15° is allowed. AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
Possible data transmission errors For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐ nary microphone cables. Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli‐ fiers. AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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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 Fog Machine...
Connections and controls Connections and controls Front panel ö & & AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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Connections and controls 1 Fog nozzle 2 Fog fluid container with screw-cap 3 Bracket 4 Carrying handle 5 Locking screws for the bracket AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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Connections and controls Rear panel AF-150 Voltage: 230V~50Hz & & Watt: 800W Fuse: F5AL250V WIRE CONTROL FUSE POWER AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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9 [POWER] | mains cable for power supply 10 DIP switch for setting the DMX address 11 [WIRE CONTROL] | connection for the wired remote control 12 [IN] | DMX input 13 [OUT] | DMX output 14 Liquid level indicator. AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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Connections and controls Remote control AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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18 [VOLUME] | rotary control to set the fog volume to be output 19 [INTERVAL] | rotary control to set the interval between two fog blasts 20 [DURATION] | rotary control to set the interval length of a fog blast AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
Open the screw-cap of the liquid container and fill in the fog fluid. Make sure that no fog fluid is spilled or gets into the device. The easiest way is using a funnel. The container capacity is 1.2 litre. Screw the cap firmly back on. AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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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 Fog Machine...
(adjustable with [INTERVAL]). Set the interval length of the fog blasts with [DURATION]. Press the [TIMER] to turn the operating mode on or off. The yellow LED indicates that the Timer function is enabled. Each fog blast lasts about three seconds. AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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’). AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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Operating DIP switch 10 has no function. DMX assignment Channe Value Function Setting the amount of fog 0…255 No fog output (0 %) to maximum fog output (100 %) AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
Stairville FAST-FOG (item no. 209054) Stairville E-M fluid (item no. 121307) Stairville E fluid (item no. 105454) Stairville E-C fluid (item no. 105455) Stairville E-HD heavy fluid (item no. 105456) Heater power 800 W Warm-up time 4 - 5 min Fluid container capacity 1.2 l...
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5 mm × 20 mm, 5 A, 250 V, fast-acting Degree of protection IP20 Dimensions (W × H × D) 290 mm × 265 mm × 450 mm Weight 5.5 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 20 %…80 % (non-condensing) AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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Technical specifications Further information DMX control Blast direction Horizontal Timer remote control On/Off remote control Radio remote control Light effect With suspension bracket AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
The unit offers a 3-pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3-pin XLR plug for DMX input. Please refer to the drawing and table below for the pin assignment of a suitable XLR plug. Configuration Ground, shielding Signal inverted (DMX–, ‘cold signal’) Signal (DMX+, ‘hot signal’) AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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. If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
Change to continuous operation and let the device produce fog for about 20 seconds. Insert the suction hose of the fog machine back into the fog fluid container and let the device again produce fog for about 20 seconds. This will rinse the lines. ð The cleaning is completed. AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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The fan grids of the device must be cleaned of any contamination, such as dust, etc. on a reg‐ ular basis. Before cleaning, switch off the device and disconnect mains-operated devices from the mains. Only use pH-neutral, solvent-free and non-abrasive cleaning agents. Clean the unit with a slightly damp lint-free cloth. AF-150 DMX Fog Machine...
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 Fog Machine...