Flip the LCD Display DMX Channel Values In-Depth Gobo Replacement Troubleshooting 5. Appendix A Quick DMX Lesson Keeping Your G70 Spot As Good As New Returns (Gasp!) Shipping Issues Tech Specs Page 2 G70™ Moving Head Spot - Rev. A...
Congratulations on your purchase of the amazing G70™ LED moving spot head. With a name like G70™, its gotta be good! Now that you’ve got your G70™ (or hopefully, G70’s!) , you should carefully unpack the box and check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and in good condition.
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 open a support ticket at www. blizzardlighting.com/tickets. Page 4 G70™ Moving Head Spot - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
2. MEET THE G70™ MOVING HEAD SPOT MAIN FEATURES • Compact Intelligent Moving Head Fixture • 70W (7* 10W) CREE® LED Source • 7 Dichroic Colors (including UV) + White • 11/14-Channel DMX Control Modes • Pan: 540º/ Tilt: 270º (8-16 Bit Resolution) •...
Figure 1: The G70™ Pin-Up Picture Head/Arms Lens LCD Readout Carry Handle Menu Buttons Figure 2: The Rear Connections Power Out Power Switch DMX Out Power In Fuse Cover DMX In Page 6 G70™ Moving Head Spot - 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 G70™ Moving Head Spot - 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 G70™ Moving Head Spot - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
• 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 9 G70™ Moving Head Spot - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
Better safe than sorry! Be sure to complete all rigging and installation procedures before connecting the main power cord to the appropriate wall outlet. Page 10 G70™ Moving Head Spot - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
Regardless of the rigging option you choose for your fixtures always be sure to secure your fixture with a safety cable. Be sure to only use the designated rigging point found on the underside of the base assembly for the safety cable. Never secure a safety cable to a carrying handle. Page 11 G70™ Moving Head Spot - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
4. OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS The Control Panel All the goodies and different modes possible with the G70™ are ac- cessed by using the control panel on the front of the fixture. There are 4 control buttons below the LCD display which allow you to navigate through the various control panel menus. Button Function <MENU>...
Curve 3 Reserved for future use, no function. Display Normal Normal LCD display Turn Over Flip the LCD display Information <ENTER> Software version / DMX channel display Page 13 G70™ Moving Head Spot - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
3) Using a small tool, pry the tension ring from the gobo holder. 4) Remove the old gobo, insert the new gobo, and replace in the reverse steps of removal. Page 15 G70™ Moving Head Spot - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
Relamp, lamp may have reached end of life. 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 open a support ticket at www.blizzardlighting.com/tickets. Page 16 G70™ Moving Head Spot - 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 G70™ Moving Head Spot - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
Keeping Your G70 As Good As New The fixture you’ve received is a rugged, tough piece of pro lighting equip- ment, and as long as you take care of it, it will take care of you. That said, like anything, you’ll need to take care of it if you want it to operate as designed.
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 19 G70™ Moving Head Spot - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
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