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1. ROBE FOG 1600 FT ieee USER MANUAL F T series Lh Version 1 2 ROBE Lighting s r o e Czech Republice www robe cz m ROBE FOG 1600 FT Table of contents Introduction Safety information Unpacking and inspection Setup Operation 5 1 Menu settings with the button MENU 5 2 Continuous operation DMX connector pin assignment ROBE FOG 1600 FT external view Performance note 9 Cleaning and storage 10 Technical specifications 11 Approval 12 Warranty Odd ON NG oo O O NO UO CORR 1 Introduction Thank you for choosing the ROBE FOG 1600 FT You now own a rugged and powerful state of the art machine Prior to use we suggest that you carefully read all of the instructions By following the suggestions found in this user manual you can look forward to the reliable and satisfactory performance of your ROBE FOG 1600 FT machine for years to come Please follow these operation safety and maintenance instructions to ensure a long and safe life for your faze machine 2 Safety information Risk of electric shock Disconnect the appliance from the electric supply before refilling liquid cleaning or performing maintenance on the machine Danger of Electric Shock Keep this device dry Indoor use only Not designed for outdoor use For all models use 3 prong grounded electrical outlet only Prior to use take care to determine that the unit is2. NONSTOPBURST was selected the fog machine adjusts the fog output volume and heater temeperature automatically and does not need to stop to reheat Timer operation In the timer mode the fog machine will automatically emit fog The time intervals duration and fog volume depend on the corresponding menu settings Press the button TIMER to activate the timer mode The display indicates the set time interval The unit counts down to O seconds and emits fog To deactivate the timer mode press STOP button 6 DMX connector pin assignment The machine provides 3 or 5 pin XLR connector for DMX connection Diagram below indicate pin assignment information ii a w CTA NT gt Pin Function a w f N AOS f 0 0 o e fs fea Ground W2 TEEF 14 3 2 I S 3 1 a ofl D xo Gasy Net 2 Data 3 Pin XLR 5 Pin XLR 3 Data DMX512 Settings Channel A O 5 off no output 6 255 output volume control 1 100 output Both models are equipped with a DMX512 system For connecting a DMX controller 3 pin and 5 pin male female XLR connections are provided at the back of each machine The machines use one control channel for adjusting the output volume The channel has a DMX value range of O to 255 After connecting a DMX controller timer functions such as output duration and interval can be programmed using the DMX controller or the DMX control software By using the DMX protocol fog machines lighting effects and other sp
3. 18 Power cord yy 8 Performance note All fog machines develop condensation around the output nozzle Because this may result in some moisture accumulation on the surface below the output nozzle consider this condensation when installing your unit All fog machines may sputter small amounts of fog occasionally during operation and for a minute or so after being turned off All fog machines have a recycling period after long bursts when the machine will shut itself down for a short period in order to heat up again During this time no fog can be produced 9 Cleaning and storage Do not allow the fog liquid to become contaminated Always replace the cap on the fog liquid container and the fog machine liquid tank immediately after filling Cleaning your fog machine regularly can help you to reduce the frequency of parts replacement and maintenance costs After every 40 hours of continuous operation it is recommended to use distilled water to clean the heater according to the steps below The recommended cleaning regimen is as follows 1 Fill properly distilled water into a clean tank and connect the fluid tube of the fog machine to the tank 2 Run the unit in a well ventilated area until the tank is almost empty 3 Use dry cloth to wipe the fog machine Cleaning is now complete Refill with fog liquid Run the machine briefly to clear any remaining liquid from the pump and heater Note All fog machines are prone to clogging due to
4. installed at the rated voltage Always unplug your Robe Fog Machine before filling its tank Always keep fog machine in upright position Turn off or unplug the machine when not in use This machine is not water proof If moisture water or fog fluid gets inside the housing immediately unplug the unit and contact a service technician or your Robe dealer before using it again No user serviceable parts inside Refer to your Robe dealer or other qualified service personnel Danger of Burns This device is for adult use only and must be installed out of the reach of children Never leave the unit running unattended Never aim the output nozzle directly at people Fog machine output is very hot Avoid coming within 50 cm of the output nozzle during operation Locate the fog machine in a well ventilated area Never cover the unit s vents In order to guarantee adequate ventilation allow a free air space of at least 20 cm around the sides and top of the unit Never aim the output nozzle at open flames If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by manufacturer or its service agent or similarly qualified personnel in order to avoid a hazard The output nozzle becomes very hot during operation 200 C Keep flammable materials at least 50 cm away from the nozzle Always allow your Robe Fog Machine to cool down before attempting to clean or service it Danger of Explosion Never add flammable liquids of any kind such as oil gas perfu
5. the thick consistency of fog liquidand the high temperature at which it vaporizes However a properly maintained fog machine should provide years of reliable use Clean with a dry cloth only Store dry If the fog machine is not in use please clean it before storage Store the fog machine in a dry and cool place Operate the fog machine at least once a month A test run consists of warming up the machine followed by a few minutes of fog emission 10 Technical specifications PowerSupply 100 240V AC 50 60Hz Power Consumption 1500W Output Volume 20 000cu ft min 566m min Tank Capacity 6 liters Fluid Consumption 10 min liter Warm up Time 10 min Weight 14 5kg Dimensions LxWxH 561x 278x 186 mm Note the wireless DMX Reciver CRMX from Lumen Radio is an optional accessory Optional accessories Upgrade kit CRMX Universal FT P N 99030204 11 Approval This product is in accordance with the Ra T TE directive Radio and Telecommunication Technical Equipment of the European Union and falls into equipment Class 1 In all EU member countries the operation of this wireless system is generally approved by the national telecom regulatory authority The system is license free In some countries outside the EU the operation of this wireless system may needs to be approved by the national telecoms regulatory authority 12 Warranty Warranty shall be valid only if the product is purchased from Robe s authorized distributors o
6. voltage between 100V 110V 120V 220V 230V and 240V Then the fog machine starts with the warm up process and the display indicates Warming Up While the unit is warming up fog output will not be possible yet Program the necessary menu settings with the control panel Once the warm up process is completed fog output will be possible The display indicates Ready to Fog Additionally a P for W DMX or an S for fluid sensor is indicated if these functions are activated 5 1 Menu settings with the button MENU Setting time intervals for timer operation Press the button MENU until the display indicates Interval Set Use the buttons UP and DOWN to adjust the intervals between the individual fog outputs in timer mode within the range of 5 and 200 seconds Setting the output duration for timer operation Press the button MENU until the display indicates Duration Set Use the buttons UP and DOWN to adjust the duration of the fog outputs in timer mode within the range of 1 and 200 seconds Setting the fog output volume for timer operation Press the button MENU until the display indicates Timer Output Use the buttons UP and DOWN to adjust the fog output volume in timer mode within the range of 1 and 100 Setting the fog output volume for continuous operation Press the button MENU until the display indicates Volume Output Use the buttons UP and DOWN to adjust the fog output volume in continuous mode within the r
7. ange of 1 and 100 To set the unit to continuous fog output in continuous mode select NON STOPBURST below a value of 1 or above a value of 100 NOTE When setting a fog output volume higher than 30 for continuous operation the fog machine occasionally needs to stop the fog output to reheat When NONSTOPBURST is selected the fog machine adjusts the fog output volume and heater temperature automatically and does not need to stop the fog output to reheat Setting the DMX512 address Press the MENU until the display indicates DMX512 Address 001 Use the buttons UP and DOWN to set the machine to the same address as on your DMX controller Please refer to chapter DMX512 settings for more information on DMX operation Switching the wireless function on and off Press the button MENU until the display indicates Wireless ON Use the buttons UP and DOWN to deactivate the wireless function indication Wireless OFF and to reactivate it indication Wireless ON Switching the fluid sensor on and off Press the button MENU until the display indicates Fluid Sensor Set ON Use the buttons UP and DOWN to deactivate the fluid sensor indication Fluid Sensor Set OFF and to reactivate it indication Fluid Sensor Set ON Switching the W DMX function on and off Press the button MENU until the display indicates W DMX Power ON Use the buttons UP and DOWN to deactivate the W DMX function indication W DMX Po
8. ecial effects machines can be interconnected and easily controlled If channel A has a value from 0 to 5 the unit is off Between the values 6 to 255 the fog output volume is regulated With 6 being the minimum output volume and 255 approaching the maximum output volume The output volume rises as the DMX value is increased Note If for example the machine is assigned to the DMX address 124 channel A corresponds to DMX address 124 Note If you experience low output pump noise or no output at all unplug immediately Check the fluid level the external fuse the connection to the remote control and power from the wall If all of the above appears to be O K plug the unit again If fog does not come out after holding the remote button down for 30 seconds check the hose attached to the tank to make sure there is fluid going through the hose If you are unable to r determine the cause of the problem do not simply continue pushing the remote button as this may damage the unit Return the machine to your Robe dealer 7 ROBE FOG 1600 FT external view 01 Nozzle 02 Handle 03 Body 04 Tank amp tank s cap 05 PUtube amp filter 06 Tube adaptor 07 Safety ring 02 08 Control outlet socket 3 Pin XLR for DMX 09 Control inlet socker 3 Pin XLR for DMX 10 Control outlet socket 01 5 Pin XLR for DMX 11 Control inlet socket 5 Pin XLR for DMX 12 Rocker switch Power 13 Circuit breaker 14 Power socket 16 Control panel 17 Foot
9. me to the fog liquid Use only high quality water based fog liquid that your dealer recommends Other fog liquids may cause clogging or spitting Always make sure there is sufficient liquid in the tank Operating this unit without liquid might cause damage to the pump as well as over heating of the heater If your Robe Fog Machine fails to work properly discontinue use immediately Drain all fog liquid from the tank pack the unit securely preferably in the original packing material and return it to your Robel dealer for service Always drain tank before mailing or transporting this unit Never drink fog liquid If it is ingested call a doctor immediately If fog liquid comes in contact with skin or eyes rinse thoroughly with water Note Pay attention to all warning labels and instructions printed on the exterior of your Robe Fog Machine 3 Unpacking and inspection Open the shipping carton and verify that all equipment necessary to operate the system has arrived intact The shipping carton should contain the following items 1 Robe Fog 1600 FT 2 Power cord 3 User Manual If any equipment is missing contact your Robe dealer immediately Before beginning your initial setup on Robe Fog 1600 FT machine make sure that there is no evident damage caused by transportation In the event that the unit s housing or cable is damaged do not plug it in and do not attempt to use it until after contacting your Robe dealer for assis
10. r dealers For warranty service send the product only to an authorized distributor or dealer All warranties are void if the product has been modified in any manner if the product has been repaired or serviced by unauthorized personnel or the product is damaged due to improper use or maintenance as set forth in the instruction manual This is not a service contract and does not include standard maintenance or cleaning All expendables are not covered by this warranty Additional warranties provided at the discretion of the distributor dealers shall remain the sole obligation of the distributor or dealer Always quote the unit s serial number and model name when contacting your distributor for information or assistance Please read and save these instructions December 7 2015 Specifications are subject to change without specification 9
11. tance 4 Setup Remove all packing materials from shipping box Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed espe cially in the nozzle area Place fog machine on a flat surface and remove fog liquid tank cap Place the liquid tube into a properly filled liquid tank Fill with high quality water based fog liquid recommended by Robe dealer Any other types of liquid can damage the unit resulting in spitting and serious clogging problem When filled place cap back on liquid tank Be careful not to exceed the maximum fluid level DO NOT OVERFILL 5 Operation Control Panel The built in control panel on the rear of the machine features an LCD panel displaying all operation status of the fog machine The control panel allows the user to customize fog machine functions by adjusting the fogging duration interval and volume as well as the DMX address and the fluid sensor There are 4 buttons on the control board All current operating parameters are automatically stored in non volatile memory allowing the machine to be powered down without losing function settings After powering on the display shortly indicates Robe Fog 1600 FT At this time users may press MENU button and hold for 2 seconds to switch the language for control interface from English to Chinese After displaying the software version the display indicates AC Voltage AC XXOV XOHz At this time users may press MENU button and hold for 2 seconds to switch the power
12. wer OFF and to reactivate it indication W DMX Power ON Note When W DMX function is activated the connection status will be shown on display by below symbols ee Setting W DMX 512 address When W DMX function is activated press button MENU until the display indicates W DMX Address 001 Use the buttons UP and DOWN to set the machine to the same address as on your W DMX console Resetting W DMX connection When W DMX function is activated press button MENU until the display indicates W DMX Reset OFF Use the buttons UP and DOWN to activate the resetting delete previous W DMX connection and relink Once the deletion and relink are done the dispay indicates W DMX Reset OFF again Switching the run last setting function on and off Press the button MENU until the display indicates Run Last Setting ON Use the buttons UP and DOWN to deactivate the fun last setting function indication Run Last Setting OFF and to reactivate it indication Run Last Setting ON 5 2 Continuous operation Press the button VOLUME to activate continuous fog output The display indicates Volume Output followed by the value that was set in menu item Volume Output or NONSTOPBURST when continuous fog output was selected To stop the fog output press STOP button NOTE When a fog output volume higher than 30 was set for continuous operation the fog machine occasionally needs to stop the fog output to reheat When
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