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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Specifications are subject to change without notice. The information in this document supersedes all previously supplied information before the e ective date listed above. TMB has confidence in the accuracy of the document information herein but assumes no responsibility or liability for any loss occurring as a direct or indirect result of errors or exclusions whether by accident or any other cause ProFan User Manual v8 –... -
Page 3: Before You Begin
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ProFan Overview ProFan is a powerful and versatile DMX-controlled professional fan designed for a variety of applications: Studios, theatres, theme parks, touring, photographic, and more. ProFan is perfect for filling large areas with smoke and haze; creating special wind e ects; blowing confetti, snow or bubbles;... - Page 4 Motor Grille Body Knob Yoke Knob ProFan User Manual v8 – 18 April 2024...
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Page 5: Assembly
2. ASSEMBLY Included with the ProFan is a multipurpose yoke assembly for standing on the floor or mating the unit to a stand or suspension clamp. The yoke assembly easily attaches to the ProFan using the hardware and wrench included with each ProFan unit... -
Page 6: Attaching The Yoke Assembly
7. Tighten the Allen bolt and the T-Handle until the yoke assembly is fixed and not easily moved. 8. At this point the ProFan is ready for mating with a stand or clamp. Grip the fan by its tubular housing brackets when lifting or mounting to avoid pinching hands or fingers. -
Page 7: Overhead Rigging
Overhead Rigging Proper rigging clamps may be attached to the ProFan yoke via the 9/16” bolt hole located on the crossbar at the base of the yoke. Recommended ProBurger rigging clamps: PRBHC3/8 or PRBHC1/2 Half Couplers 2. PRBSNC1/2 Snap Coupler. -
Page 8: Remote Control
Minimum 2-conductor twisted pair plus a shield Maximum capacitance between conductors – 22 pF/ft. Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield – 41 pF/ft. Maximum resistance of 14.5 ohms / 1000 ft. Characteristic impedance of 80 – 110 ohms ProFan User Manual v8 – 18 April 2024... -
Page 9: Cable Connectors
Pin 1 Pin 1 Ground / Shield Pin 2 Pin 2 Data ( - ) signal Pin 3 Pin 3 Data ( + ) signal Pin 4 Not Used Pin 5 Not Used ProFan User Manual v8 – 18 April 2024... -
Page 10: Operating Instructions
Connect the integral male XLR on the BackPack directly to the integral female XLR on the fan body. If desired, the BackPack can be removed and connected using a standard 3-pin XLR microphone cable up to 60 ft / 20 m in length. ProFan User Manual v8 – 18 April 2024... -
Page 11: Attaching The Backpack To The Fan Housing
BackPack by locating into the bottom housing slot. CAUTION: Double-check that the BackPack is securely fixed to the fan housing prior to use. Note: Ensure the ProFan is pointed in a direction where considerable wind will not cause a disturbance or any safety issues. -
Page 12: Dmx Mode
When the recessed switch on the BackPack is switched to "DMX", the display will indicate that the unit is in DMX Mode and will display the current address of the ProFan. If no incoming DMX signal is detected, the display will then read "No DMX Found". -
Page 13: Manual Mode
In this mode, a BackPack controller also acts as a master controller for up to nine ProFans slaved to it via the DMX OUT connector. See Master/Slave Operation (page 16) for details. ProFan User Manual v8 – 18 April 2024... -
Page 14: Manual Master/Slave Operation
ProFans, use 5-pin XLR DMX cables to link one ProFan to another. 1) Connect each controller to each fan via the built-in XLR 3-pin line female connector. 2) Use 5-pin XLR DMX cables to connect the master ProFan output (female XLR) to the next "slave" ProFan input (male XLR). -
Page 15: Using Profan With A Smoke Machine
Using ProFan with a Smoke Machine When using ProFan with smoke, fog or hazer machines, place the fan behind the machines as illustrated below. Do not place the fan in front of the machine. This will cause residue build-up on the fan blades and degrade the quality of the smoke, fog, or haze. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting And Maintenance
2. Remove the screws to clean the housing and blades 3. After cleaning, make sure that screws are securely tightened Replacing the Fuse ProFan uses a 10A, 125V cartridge-type wire fuse, 0.8”L x 0.21”DIA (20.46 x 5.34 mm): Turn the fuse knob counter-clockwise 2. Replace fuse 3. -
Page 17: Safety Instructions
Preven�ng Fire and Electric Shock Always ground (earth) the machine electrically. ProFan has a built-in speed control. Do not connect ProFan to any external solid-state speed control device or dimmer circuit. Disconnect the machine from power before removing any components or servicing, and when not in use. -
Page 18: Appendix
30 days after delivery. All warranty parts will be charged to the customer until faulty parts (or product) are returned to TMB for valuation. These parts must be returned within 30 days of receipt or warranty is void and parts/shipping becomes billable items. -
Page 19: Technical Specifications
3-pin XLR male to fan housing DMX data in 5-pin XLR male BACKPACK DMX data out 5-pin XLR female CONTROLLER Shield/Ground Data (-) DMX XLR pinout Data (+) 19" (480mm) 18" (460mm) ProFan User Manual v8 – 18 April 2024... - Page 20 Providing products and services for the industrial, entertainment, installation, defense, broadcast, research, telecommunications, and signage industries. Servicing the global market from o ces in Los Angeles, London, New York, Toronto, and Beijing. ProFan User Manual v8 – 18 April 2024...
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