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- Page 1 User Manual Blizzard Revision 06.3 January 2021 © Tempest Lighting, Inc. Blizzard User Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Remote Monitoring Connections ................................ 20 RS485 (DMX/RDM) Cable Terminations ............................21 Line Termination Switch Settings ..............................22 DEC4 Ethernet Adapter – 51.EN ................................23 Default Configuration ..................................23 Additional Support ................................... 23 Tempest Equipment Management Protocol ..........................24 Blizzard User Manual... - Page 3 Projector Power Control using DMX512 ............................25 DMX/RDM Network, using JESE RDM-TRI ............................26 Positive Pressure Fan Control Option ..............................27 Mounting the Projector .................................... 28 Landscape & Portrait Enclosures – fixed or slide? Tabletop or ceiling? .................... 28 Projector Fixed or Slide Mounting ..............................28 Ceiling or Tabletop ...................................
- Page 4 Safe Mode ......................................46 Safe Mode – What to do: ................................. 46 DEC4 Firmware Updates ..................................48 Direct Firmware Update (System Control Board only) ........................48 Indirect Firmware Updates .................................. 52 Requirements ....................................52 Installation Procedure ..................................52 Routine Maintenance ....................................57 Clean Port Glass ....................................
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Page 5: Approvals - Europe
+1 818 787 8984 f: +1 818 252 7101 e: info@tempest.biz www.tempest.biz Tempest Lighting, Inc. declares that t heir Projector Enclosure Series 52.xxx.xx complies with the Essential Requirements of the following EU Directives: Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC Test Report G4.51.LVD Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC Test Report G4.51.EMC... -
Page 6: Approvals - China
Approvals – China Blizzard User Manual... -
Page 7: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Tempest enclosure! We have worked hard to provide you with the very best product available for its purpose, and we shall continue to do everything possible to ensure that it works well for you for many years to come. -
Page 8: Installation
Installation Dimensions, Rigging Points, and Maximum Projector Dimensions/Power Rigging Points: M10-1.5 threaded holes at each corner, top and bottom. Note: 8 x M10x40 stainless steel bolts supplied Note: Be sure to allow for the length of the lens and for connectors, cables and cable bend radii when calculating dimensions Blizzard A in A mm... -
Page 9: Projector Maximum Dimensions & Power
Projector Maximum Dimensions & Power Projector Maximum Dimensions/Power Blizzard L in L mm W in W mm H in H mm Watts 52.050L 22.5 52.050P 22.5 52.100L 24.5 1,250 52.100P 24.5 1,250 52.125L 28.5 1,250 52.125P 28.5 1,250 52.150L 24.5 1,800 52.150P 24.5... -
Page 10: Mounting Bolts
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES Installer must ensure that all mounting points are secure and conform to local safety regulations. Tempest Lighting Inc. accepts no responsibility for damage or injury arising from inappropriate or unsafe installation. Stainless Steel Check that the tip of each mounting bolt is clearly visible below the nut welded to the internal mounting plates. -
Page 11: Mounting Options - Stacking Kit
Mounting Options – Stacking Kit Blizzard G4 may be stacked up to four units high, using the 52.SK stacking Kit. You will need the total number of Blizzards to be stacked, minus one stacking kit(s). Note: Blizzards must be of the same model to stack in this way. -
Page 12: Mounting Options - Angle Mount Kit
Mounting Options – Angle Mount Kit Use the Angle Mount Kit with any Blizzard portrait or landscape enclosure, for a permanent tilt angle between 15 - 55°. The illustration here shows the Blizzard mounted in a low position, projecting up, but the kit may also be used in a high position, with the enclosure reversed to project downwards, for example off the top of a building. -
Page 13: Mounting Options - Vertical Pole Hanger Kit
Mounting Options – Vertical Pole Hanger Prepare Pole by drilling two holes as shown here: Use the Pole Hanger kit to hang any Blizzard 050 or 100 Ø 14mm/0.54in enclosure from a vertical pipe up to 50mm (2in) diameter. 51mm/2.0in We do NOT recommend hanging Blizzard 125-150 models Bolt Hanger from a single vertical pole, due to size and weight... -
Page 14: Wiring The Enclosure
Enclosure model numbers ending .US are for use in countries accordance with electrical and safety norms applicable in the using US and Japanese style electrical systems: jurisdiction of the installation. Tempest, its employees and 100-120VAC 50/60Hz representatives will not be liable for any damage arising from failure to observe this requirement. -
Page 15: Conduit Entries
Identify the following parts: (for clarity, internal wiring is not shown) DEC4 Motherboard RS485 Comms Board Ethernet Board (optional) Fan Control Board Earth/Ground Terminals AC Terminal Block Exhaust Fan Capacitor (positive pressure option only) Duplex C13 Power Outlets – use for projector and aux equipment. -
Page 16: One Or Two Power Circuits
One or Two Power Circuits? Tempest enclosures may be wired on single or double circuit supplies. On a single feed, both enclosure and projector are permanently on. With a split (double) feed supply, you can switch off the projector when not in use, while the enclosure continues to protect it 24/7. -
Page 17: Single Feed Power Termination
Single Feed Power Termination Split Feed Power Termination • • Connect Earth/Ground wire to Ground Terminal STOP! Did you cut the power links? See above. • • Connect Live and Neutral to the terminals marked L Connect Earth/Ground wire to Ground Terminal •... -
Page 18: North America 120V, Japan 100V Single Feed
North America 120V, Japan 100V Single Feed Single Feed 100-125VAC Single-Phase (L + N) Fuse/Circuit breaker rating: Projector power plus 200W (Max 20A) Protective Earth (ground) Supply Ground Terminal Factory Installed feeds User-installed Supply wiring IMPORTANT: Use only copper wire, rated to comply with local electrical codes. -
Page 19: International, 230V Single Feed
International, 230V Single Feed Single Feed 230VAC Single-Phase (L + N) Fuse/Circuit breaker rating: Projector power plus 200W (Max 20A) Protective Earth (ground) Supply Ground Terminal Factory Installed feeds User-installed Supply wiring IMPORTANT: Use only copper wire, rated to comply with local electrical codes. Terminal Screw Torque Setting 0.5Nm/4.5in lb. -
Page 20: Remote Monitoring Connections
RS485 Daisy Chain (use CAT5 Cable) Ethernet LAN Ethernet LAN Tempest System Manager Local PC Remote PC Smartphone Local PC Note: Tempest System Manager and web-based monitoring are future enhancements that will be announced in due course. Blizzard User Manual... -
Page 21: Rs485 (Dmx/Rdm) Cable Terminations
DATA IN Tempest recommends the JESE SH8 DMX/RDM Splitter for large or complex RS485 networks. JESE RDM-TRI interface connects to a PC via USB to monitor and control a network of Tempest enclosures. Tempest Item # 2000.195 Blizzard User Manual... -
Page 22: Line Termination Switch Settings
Line Termination Switch Settings DMX/RDM control over RS485: TEMP Control of an enclosure group via Ethernet TEMP Control of a single enclosure via Ethernet Blizzard User Manual... -
Page 23: Dec4 Ethernet Adapter - 51.En
DEC4 Ethernet Adapter – 51.EN 51.485 51.EN RS485 Comms Board Ethernet Comms Board As a default, DEC4 communicates using DMX512 and RDM, over RS485. With the addition of the 51.EN Ethernet board, any DEC4 – or any group of DEC4 boards connected using RS485 – may be connected to an Ethernet network –... -
Page 24: Tempest Equipment Management Protocol
Tempest warrants that, if correctly implemented, TEMP will provide a reliable and accurate method of monitoring Tempest DEC3 and 4 controllers over an Ethernet network. However, the integrator is entirely responsible for the connection between the Ethernet Bridge and the network. -
Page 25: Projector Power Control Using Dmx512
By powering the projector down it will tolerate much higher temperatures without harm. Tempest recommends the JESE RDM-TRI interface to monitor enclosure status in any installation and control the enclosure power relay in smaller systems. -
Page 26: Dmx/Rdm Network, Using Jese Rdm-Tri
DMX/RDM Network, using JESE RDM-TRI The 2000.195 JESE RDM-TRI MK2 passes DMX information from a show control system to each DEC4 controller. Set a DMX address for each controller in the range 1-510. See DEC4 section below for more information. Blizzard User Manual... -
Page 27: Positive Pressure Fan Control Option
Positive Pressure Fan Control Option When the Positive Pressure (51.PP) option is ordered, the enclosure fan function is changed. • Normally the enclosure fan(s) will run only when either the projector/luminaire lamp is on, or if the daytime temperature in the enclosure exceeds the DEC Upper Temperature setting. At all other times the fan is OFF. •... -
Page 28: Mounting The Projector
Mounting the Projector Landscape & Portrait Enclosures – fixed or slide? Tabletop or ceiling? Projector Fixed or Slide Mounting Blizzard portrait and landscape enclosures are available with either fixed or sliding projector mounts. Fixed or Slide is designated by the 7th digit in the model Ceiling style number, eg: 52.100.L... -
Page 29: Projector Slide Direction
Projector Slide Direction Blizzards with the Projector Slide option ship from the factory configured for tabletop operation, left slide – shown here… If that is what you need, skip the next section. Projector Slide Mount, Tabletop/Left Slide factory default configuration Reversing Slide Direction To switch to Right Slide: Remove the slide latch knobs and flip the slide... -
Page 30: Mount The Projector - Fixed Mount
Mount the Projector – Fixed Mount Fine for most applications, fixed mounts hold the projector firmly in place, while allowing access from either side and from the back for alignment, service and lamp changes. Tabletop Installation Loosen the Bridge Clamp Screws both sides Slide the projector bridges to align with projector feet, and re-tighten the bridge... - Page 31 (3) Slide the projector back into the enclosure (4) Secure the projector tray latches and tighten the latch knobs Projector Tray Latch Latch Knob (5) Plug the projector power cable into one of the IEC C13 outlets provided. THE PROJECTOR MUST BE POWERED THROUGH THE DEC.
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Page 32: Aligning And Securing The Projector
Aligning and Securing the Projector (1) Use the projector’s feet to adjust projector alignment. (2) Tighten Projector bails to secure projector in place. Blizzard User Manual... -
Page 33: Projector Mount - Portrait
Projector Mount – Portrait Blizzard Portrait enclosures now come with a universal projector mounting system that will firmly support any suitable projector with threaded holes in the projector base. A pair of sliding projector bars may be positioned, either straight or at an angle, so that four mounting points may be accessed on any projector. -
Page 34: Changing Portrait Orientation
Changing Portrait Orientation Some projectors may only be used in portrait mode in one orientation (feet left or feet right). It is easy to change the orientation, by rotating the portrait mount assembly (fixed or slide) 180 degrees. Projector bridge screws Remove the eight projector bridge screws (4 each side) Rotate the projector mount assembly 180°... -
Page 35: Projector Mount - Ultra-Short-Throw
Projector Mount – Ultra-Short-Throw NOTE: Mounting Bolts There are now many types of UST lenses, and all UST enclosures are custom or semi-custom, and may differ from these illustrations. Short-throw projector mounts are fixed, and are not Mounting Tray adjustable. This is to ensure that the beam envelope is correctly maintained within the boundaries of the port glass. -
Page 36: Digital Enclosure Control
Digital Enclosure Control DEC4 – that’s Digital Enclosure Control, fourth Typical DEC4 Generation – is the brain of your Tempest enclosure. It will configuration, with maintain the internal environment in a comfortable Motherboard, fan temperature and humidity range, and prevent control board and condensation –... -
Page 37: Dec4 Main Functions
DEC4 Main Functions Firmware Revision This manual covers DEC4 Firmware revision 2.03.000 and higher. To check the Firmware revision, on the User Interface menu, go to Status Display/Firmware. Sense current to projector (lamp on/off) DEC 3.3’s patented Goldilocks algorithm uses a combination Record lamp hours of sensors, heaters and fans to maintain a safe operating Monitor temperature and relative humidity... -
Page 38: Hardware Indicators & Fuses
Hardware Indicators & Fuses RS 485 Comms Board is connected and functioning Main Temperature & Fan Board is connected and correctly (blinking) Humidity Sensor is functioning correctly connected and functioning (blinking) External Temperature Sensor is (All Enclosures) connected and functioning Auxiliary Temperature &... -
Page 39: Operating Modes
Operating Modes • Supports RDM monitoring over RS485 if present RDM Only Monitor (Factory Default) • Supports TEMP monitoring if present • RDM Status Reporting over RS485 • RDM Configuration – settings may be changed remotely or at the enclosure user interface. •... -
Page 40: Dec4 Control Parameters
DEC4 Control Parameters Temperature and Humidity Ranges Cooling Fan(s) Trip Temp (55-70˚C, Default 60 ˚C) Upper Temp (35-50˚C, Default 40 ˚C) Relative Humidity Trend Temp (50-90%, (Dynamic) Default 80%) IdealTemp (Dynamic, based on Relative Humidity) High LowerTemp (0-10˚C, Default 0 ˚C) Heater(s) Notes: In moving light enclosures the temperature sensor is located in the exhaust airflow. -
Page 41: Control Interface
Control Interface LED Indicators Heater ON (Green) Heater is ON, to maintain lower temperature level or to prevent condensation ON (Amber) Enclosure is temporarily outside the Goldilocks zone, and DEC is working to restore it ON (Green) Lamp is ON, or Temperature is HIGH and fan is cooling enclosure. Short burst when lamp off indicates fan moving air to stabilize temp/humidity. -
Page 42: User Interface Lcd Display
User Interface LCD Display The display on the Control display provides additional status information, depending on the operating mode: RDM Only Monitor Mode RDM+DMX Control Mode RDM+DMX Service Mode (Alternating DMX Display requires a DMX signal to be present) Control Interface Operation The Control Interface is normally LOCKED. -
Page 43: Control Menu
Control Menu Set Data Options SET DATA MODE From the Front Panel, this menu item allows the user to check (and if necessary change) the Data mode. RDM Only Monitor DEFAULT Supports RDM or TEMP if connected. No DMX Control. RDM+DMX Service Service mode –... -
Page 44: Set Temp Units
SET DATA RESPONSE DMX Response sets a delay time before DMX Control Mode settings are acted on. Setting a response delay of a few seconds would prevent unintended fixture relay state changes in the event of a short accidental change in DMX level. -
Page 45: Set Fan Function
Set Fan Function SET FAN TEST To test the enclosure fan(s), press [OK] The enclosure fan will run The Display Fan LED lights green DEC Beeps To stop the fan test, press [ESC] Status Display View current status information, using the arrow keys to scroll through: Humidity –... -
Page 46: Safe Mode
Tempest for a free-of-charge replacement. If you have more than one enclosure, we suggest replacing the sensors on ALL your enclosures. ✓ If the sensor has either a Tempest logo or a piece of green tape on the cable, then: Blizzard User Manual... - Page 47 Check that the sensor cable is not damaged and that it is plugged in to the header on the DEC Mother board labeled MAIN >95%RH Check the actual climate conditions – could the absolute humidity be ✓ close to 100%? If it is, SAFE MODE is operating correctly, and all is well. Blizzard User Manual...
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Page 48: Dec4 Firmware Updates
DEC4 Firmware Updates From time to time Tempest may introduce new DEC4 firmware for feature enhancements and bug fixes. Please note that the main System Control Board (SCB) and the various optional daughter boards each have their own firmware, and it will be good practice to update all firmware in an enclosure for optimal performance and interoperability. - Page 49 MUST be connected to a live System Control Board for the installation to complete correctly. Run JUST and select the top left USB connection Icon. Select the DEC4 from the Connection Details option and click the connect/plug Icon. Having connected, close the connection window. Blizzard User Manual...
- Page 50 From the main window, select the ‘Upload Firmware’ option. Select the file Icon and navigate to the firmware file to upload On selection, the firmware upload will begin and run until complete. On completion of the upload, dismiss the upload window and return to the main window. Blizzard User Manual...
- Page 51 The details of the SCB and firmware version may be viewed and verified by selecting the ‘Device Information’ option Close the application and disconnect the USB Cable from the SCB - END - Blizzard User Manual...
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Page 52: Indirect Firmware Updates
A JESE RDM-TRI or RDM-TXI interface and USB connection (available from Tempest). An installed version of the JESE GetSet RDM configuration utility. A copy of the firmware file(s) to upload, available for download from www.tempest.biz/tech_support. Powered Target DEC4 with 51.485 RS485 communication interface card. - Page 53 Connect your RDM-TRI (or RDM-TXI) in to your PC and connect to the RS485 connection on the DEC4 communications board with the fly lead, as shown below. Power up the target SCB, ideally with mains power, or alternatively, with a USB power adaptor connected to the USB Port on the SCB.
- Page 54 Right click on the highlighted item in the list view and select ‘Reprogram’ from the popup menu. This will open the firmware upload tool. In the Firmware upload handler, search for a file to upload by clicking the file icon. Find and select the file to load and click the Open button.
- Page 55 On returning to the File upload tool window, select the green upload arrow to initiate the upload process. The upload will the start. 10. On successful completion of upload and restart, the firmware upload is complete. Repeat from stage 8 to 11 for each additional file to upload. On completion of the upload, dismiss the upload window and return to the main window.
- Page 56 Important: If the Tempest enclosures are connected to an RDM interface or controller, set the DATA MODE for each enclosure as follows: RDM MONITOR ONLY To view status information over RDM RDM + CONTROL To monitor and over RDM and control the Lamp/Projector relays via DMX If the enclosures are connected to an Ethernet network for monitoring using TEMP (Tempest Equipment Management Protocol) then the appropriate mode is RDM MONITOR ONLY.
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Page 57: Routine Maintenance
Routine Maintenance Check the following every six months: Clean Port Glass Clean port glass using a window cleaning fluid or detergent. Use a soft, lint free cloth. Check Filter In most cases the filter will be good for 1-2 years. If the filter becomes clogged the temperature inside the enclosure will start to rise. -
Page 58: Check Temperature/Humidity Sensor
DEC RH: 100% user interface. RH: #### If you see any of these messages, contact Tempest for a replacement sensor. For After Sales Support Contact your Tempest dealer or email info@tempest.biz... -
Page 59: Troubleshooting
If wiring is ok, fan may be faulty. Check the UI display for RH (relative humidity) message. If display reads RH 5%, RH 100%, or RH###, there is a sensor fault. Contact Tempest for a replacement sensor. Dirt/Debris inside enclosure Filter is either missing or damaged? -
Page 60: Warranty
Warranty INSPECTION/WARRANTY/RETURNS. A. Customer, at its sole expense, shall inspect all Goods promptly upon receipt and accept all Goods that conform to the specifications or catalog. All claims for any alleged defect in or failure of the Goods or Seller's performance to conform to the Contract, capable of discovery upon reasonable inspection, must be set forth in a written rejection notice detailing the alleged non-conformity, and be received by Seller within thirty (30) calendar days of Customer's receipt of the Goods. -
Page 61: Appendix - Temp Protocol
Appendix – TEMP Protocol AVAILABLE TO SPECIAL ORDER Tempest can optionally provide a firmware load that facilitates TEMP over RS485, suitable for interfacing to an Ethernet adapter. TEMP is a lightweight proprietary ASCII based protocol, intended for rapid integration into management systems.
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