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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 contact Blizzard Lighting at support@blizzardlighting.com. Page 4 HotStik™ 5 COB User Manual - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
12x 25-watt RGBAW COB 5-in-1 LEDs Dual Mounting Brackets with Adjustment / Locking Knobs Figure 2: The Rear Connections Menu Display DMX Out Power In Power Out Menu Buttons DMX In Page 6 HotStik™ 5 COB User Manual - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
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 Page 7 HotStik™ 5 COB User Manual - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
We recommend connecting the fixtures in terms of their proximity to the controller, rather than connecting the lowest fixture number first, and so on. Step 3: Connect other fixtures in the chain from output to input as above. Place a DMX terminator on the output of the final fixture to ensure best communication. Page 8 HotStik™ 5 COB User Manual - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
Do not mount to surfaces with unknown strength, and ensure properly “rated” rigging is used when mounting fixutres overhead. Adjust the angle of the fixture by loosening both knobs and tilting the fixture. After finding 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. Page 9 HotStik™ 5 COB User Manual - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
® UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS BLIZZARD LIGHTING RESPON- SIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE FROM SUCH OPERATION. • Fixtures bearing the above logo MUST only use cable and connectors which separate chassis/case ground from cable shielding. Cabling with the shield connected to the connector’s case/chassis may cause malfunc-...
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7. Once the clearest channel is auto-selected, the status LEDs will blink quickly on both the transmitter and receiver. NOTE: The color of the LED DURING operation does not indicate channel group, instead it indicates whether the unit is transmitting or receiving. That’s It! Page 11 HotStik™ 5 COB User Manual - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
Press the <SAVE> button to select the menu function currently displayed, or to enable a menu option. To return to the previous option or menu without changing the value, press the <MENU> button. Page 12 HotStik™ 5 COB User Manual - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
(Amber), or (White Level), then hit <ENTER>. 2.) Using the <UP/DOWN> buttons, select the maximum level for 000x255 each color between (000=off), then hit <ENTER> to confirm. Page 14 HotStik™ 5 COB User Manual - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
R+G+B+A+W (R, G and B are same, A and W brighter) R+G+B+A+W (Full On) 000 <--> 009 No function 010 <--> 063 064 <--> 127 128 <--> 191 192 <--> 239 R+G+B+A+W 240 <--> 255 Sound Active Page 15 HotStik™ 5 COB User Manual - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
If your problem isn’t listed, or if problems persist, please contact support: support@blizzardlighting.com. 125 mm (4.92 in) 1084 mm (42.7 in) 1000 mm (39.4 in) Page 16 HotStik™ 5 COB User Manual - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
In summary, since its design and evolution in the 1980’s DMX has become the standard for lighting control. It is flexible, robust, and scalable, and its ability to control everything from dimmer packs to moving lights to foggers to lasers makes it an indispensable tool for any lighting designer or lighting performer. Page 17 HotStik™ 5 COB User Manual - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper, and must be reported to the carrier immediately upon receipt of the items. Claims must be made within seven (7) days of receipt. Page 18 HotStik™ 5 COB User Manual - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
2-year limited warranty, does not cover malfunction caused by Warranty damage to LED’s. DISCLAIMER: The power connector fitted to the fixture and fixture cord are designed for compatibility with products manufactured by Neutrik AG, Neutrik USA and their related entities, howev- er they are not manufactured by, affiliated with or endorsed by Neutrik AG, Neutrik USA, or any related entity. Neutrik® and powerCON® are registered trademarks of Neutrik AG. Page 19 HotStik™ 5 COB User Manual - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
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