4. Operating Adjustments The Control Panel Control Panel Menu Structure Troubleshooting 5. Appendix A Quick DMX Lesson Keeping Your Torrent Xray As Good As New Returns (Gasp!) Shipping Issues Tech Specs Page 2 Torrent™ Xray Manual Rev. A (c) 2013 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
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• Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord. • Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on. 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 sup- port@blizzardlighting.com. Page 4 Torrent™ Xray Manual Rev. A (c) 2013 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
Figure 1: The Torrent Xray Pin-Up Picture Head/Arms 4-in-1 RGBW LED’s 4-Button LCD Control Panel Carry Handle Figure 2: The Rear Connections DMX Out DMX In Power Switch Fuse Cover Power In Power Out Page 7 Torrent™ Xray Manual Rev. A (c) 2013 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
Insert the fuse holder back in its place and reconnect power. Connecting A Bunch of Torrent Xray’s™ You will need a serial data link to run light shows using a DMX-512 controller or to run shows on two or more fixtures set to sync in mas- ter/slave operating mode. The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fix- tures the data link can support.
(input). Note: It doesn’t matter which fixture address is the first one connected. 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 9 Torrent™ Xray Manual Rev. A (c) 2013 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
Do not mount to surfaces with unknown strength, and ensure properly “rated” rigging is used when mounting fixtures 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. • Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain, high humidity, extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation. Page 10 Torrent™ Xray Manual Rev. A (c) 2013 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
Press the <EnTER> button to access 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 <MODE> button. Page 11 Torrent™ Xray Manual Rev. A (c) 2013 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
5 Signal Set Wire DMX Wired DMX Wireless DMX Wireless DMX Act WDMX & Out Wireless DMX Input / Wired DMX Output 6 ID Code = 000 <-> 025 Fixture ID Setup Page 12 Torrent™ Xray Manual Rev. A (c) 2013 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
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Move Speed mode, or #33 in 34-channel mode. For more information on DMX values available Strobe for each channel, see pages 14-17. Dimmer Scene Time Version V1.0~V9.9 Software Version Page 13 Torrent™ Xray Manual Rev. A (c) 2013 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
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210 <-> 219 Fixture ID 21 220 <-> 229 Fixture ID 22 230 <-> 239 Fixture ID 23 240 <-> 249 Fixture ID 24 250 <-> 255 Fixture ID 25 Page 14 Torrent™ Xray Manual Rev. A (c) 2013 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
Relamp, lamp may have reached end of life. Remote Doesn’t Verify remote control cable is installed properly and se- Work curely. Verify remote is correct type (CA-9 or other as applicable.) Fixture Moving Verify proper mode of operation. Is the fixture in “Auto” On Its Own mode? If your problem isn’t listed, or if problems persist, please contact support: support@blizzardlighting.com. Page 18 Torrent™ Xray Manual Rev. A (c) 2013 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 19 Torrent™ Xray Manual Rev. A (c) 2013 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 20 Torrent™ Xray Manual Rev. A (c) 2013 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
Neutrik AG, Neutrik USA and their related entities, how- ever 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 21 Torrent™ Xray Manual Rev. A (c) 2013 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
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