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Stairville AF-250 DMX User Manual

Stairville AF-250 DMX User Manual

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  • Page 1 AF-250 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 22.01.2015, ID: 340945...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 8 Safety instructions..........................11 Features............................... 17 Installation..............................18 Starting up..............................20 Connections and operating elements................... 22 Operating..............................30 7.1 Remote control functions......................32 7.2 DMX control............................33 Technical specifications........................34 Plug and connection assignments....................36 AF-250 DMX...
  • Page 4 Table of contents Troubleshooting............................37 Cleaning............................... 39 Protecting the environment......................41 fog machine...

  • Page 5: General Notes

    If you sell the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual. Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to change. AF-250 DMX...

  • Page 6: Further Information

    General notes 1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly.

  • Page 7: Notational Conventions

    The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. Displays Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics. Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ . AF-250 DMX...

  • Page 8: Symbols And Signal Words

    General notes Instructions The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is indented and highlighted by an arrow. Example: Switch on the device. Press [Auto]. 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.
  • Page 9 NOTICE! 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. AF-250 DMX...
  • Page 10 General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – flammable substances. Warning – hot surface. Warning – suspended load. Warning – harmful or irritating substances. Warning – danger zone. fog machine...

  • Page 11: Safety Instructions

    Choking hazard! Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke! Never let children unattended use electrical devices. AF-250 DMX...
  • Page 12 Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. 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.
  • Page 13 The distance of persons and objects to the fog nozzle must be at least fifty centi‐ metre (1.6 feet). Do not touch the fog nozzle during and shortly after operation. It becomes very hot and may cause burns even several hours after switching off the device. AF-250 DMX...
  • Page 14 Safety instructions WARNING! Risk of slipping caused by condensation Fog machines can produce condensation. Do not direct the fog to floors. Floors and surfaces can become slippery by condensed fog. Check at regular intervals whether it is possible to walk on the floors without a slipping hazard, and, if necessary, remove the condensation.
  • Page 15 Do not expose persons with health problems (such as allergic respiratory condi‐ tions, asthma) to artificial fog. NOTICE! Risk of fire Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots. Do not place the device near any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames. AF-250 DMX...
  • Page 16 Safety instructions NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. NOTICE! Power supply Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker.

  • Page 17: Features

    Special features of the device: Superior performance by highly efficient heating element 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 AF-250 DMX...

  • Page 18: Installation

    Installation Installation Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
  • Page 19 Installation Always work from a stable platform whenever installing, moving or servicing the unit. In doing so, the area underneath the unit must be cordoned off. The safety-rope must be attached to the bracket. AF-250 DMX...

  • Page 20: 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 21 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-250 DMX...

  • Page 22: Connections And Operating Elements

    Connections and operating elements Connections and operating elements Front panel fog machine...
  • Page 23 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-250 DMX...
  • Page 24 Connections and operating elements Rear panel fog machine...
  • Page 25 8 Mains cable for power supply. 9 Display with control buttons: [ENTER] Button to select a menu option and to confirm the entered values. Key to page down in the menu system, and to increase the displayed value. AF-250 DMX...
  • Page 26 Connections and operating elements Key to page up in the menu system, and to decrease the displayed value. [FUNC] Button to open the control menu. 10 [DMX OUT] DMX output. 11 [DMX IN] DMX input. 12 [REMOTE CONTROL ONLY] Connection for the remote control. 13 Liquid level indicator.
  • Page 27 Connections and operating elements Remote control AF-250 DMX...
  • Page 28 Connections and operating elements 14 Rotary control [INTERVAL] With this control you can set the time interval between two fog outputs in a range between 10 and 200 seconds. 15 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 29 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-250 DMX...

  • Page 30: Operating

    Operating Operating Filling the unit NOTICE! Possible damages caused by unsuitable fog fluid Fog fluids not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the unit. Exclusively use the fog fluids specified in chapter ‘Technical specifications’ of this manual and follow its instructions for use. First, make sure the unit is disconnected from the mains.
  • Page 31 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-250 DMX...

  • Page 32: 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 33: Dmx Control

    DMX address in a range from 1 … 512. Confirm the selection with [ENTER]. You can then con‐ trol the device with a connected controller. DMX assignment Channel Value Function Setting the amount of fog 0…255 No fog output (0 %) to maximum fog output (100 %) AF-250 DMX...

  • Page 34: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications Approved fog fluids Stairville FAST-FOG Stairville E-Fluid Stairville E-C-Fluid Stairville E-M-Fluid Stairville E-HD-Heavy-Fluid Heater power 1300 W Fog output approx. 180 m /min Blast distance approx. 4 … 5 m Fluid consumption approx. 86 ml / min Fluid container capacity 1.9 l...
  • Page 35 Technical specifications Fuse 8 A / 250 V, fast-acting, 5 mm × 20 mm Power consumption 1300 W Dimensions (W × H × D) 310 mm × 190 mm × 430 mm Weight 7.1 kg AF-250 DMX...

  • Page 36: 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 37: 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-250 DMX...
  • Page 38 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 39: 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-250 DMX...
  • Page 40 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 41: 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-250 DMX...
  • Page 42 Notes fog machine...
  • Page 44 Musikhaus Thomann e.K. · Treppendorf 30 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...

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