Congratulations on purchasing the Helios™, the next generation 150-watt LED module powered zoomable beam moving head fixture of the future! Now that you’ve got your Helios™ moving head spot (or hopefully, more!) , you should carefully unpack the box and check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and in good condition. If anything looks as if it has been damaged in transit, notify the shipper immediately and keep the packing material for inspection.
• 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 Helios™...
2. MEET THE HELIOS™ MOVING HEAD SPOT MAIN FEATURES • Light Source: 1x Red Butterfly 150W RGBW LED Module (60,000 hr.) • Full RGBW Color Mixing (no color wheel) • 2 Gobo Wheels: One Fixed Gobo Wheel: 7 gobos (5 metal+2 glass) +open One Rotating Gobo wheel: 7 gobos (5 metal+2 glass) +open •...
Figure 1: The Helios Pin-Up Picture Head/Arms Lens LCD Readout Carry Handle Menu Buttons Figure 2: The Rear Connections DMX Out Fuse Cover Power Switch DMX In Power In Power Out Page 6 Helios™ 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 Helios™ 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 Helios™ 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 Helios™ 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 Helios™ 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 <FUNCTION>...
=000 <-> =255 Reset Reset Pan & Tilt <ENTER> Resets pan and tilt Reset Effects <ENTER> Resets all of the effects <ENTER> Reset Complete Resets all Page 11 Helios™ 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 13 Helios™ 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 contact support: support@blizzardlighting.com. Page 14 Helios™ 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 15 Helios™ Moving Head Spot - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
Keeping Your Helios 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 17 Helios™ Moving Head Spot - Rev. A (c) 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC...
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Enjoy your product! Our sincerest thanks for your purchase! --The team @ Blizzard Lighting...
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