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Page 13

SwitchBlade™ X3 Manual Rev. A

© 2014 Blizzard Lighting, LLC

DMX Values In-Depth (9-Channel Mode)

Channel

Function

Value

What It Does

1

Pan

000 <--> 255

Pan

2

TiltPan Fine

000 <--> 255

Pan (fine)

3

Tilt

000 <--> 255

Tilt

4

Tilt Fine

000 <--> 255

Tilt (fine)

5

Pan/Tilt Speed

000 <--> 225

Pan/Tilt Speed

6

Dimmer

000 <--> 255

16-bit dimmer (0%-100%)

7

Strobe

000 <--> 255

Strobe Speed

8

Auto LED Effects

000 <--> 010

011 <--> 255

No Function

Speed (slow <--> fast)

9

Auto Pan/Tilt Speed

000 <--> 010

011 <--> 255

No Function

Speed (slow <--> fast)

Troubleshooting

Symptom

Solution

Fixture Auto-Shut

Off

Check the fan in the fixture. If it is stopped or moving slower than normal,

the unit may have shut itself off due to high heat. This is to protect the

fixture from overheating. Clear the fan of obstructions, or return the unit

for service.

No Light Output

Check to ensure fixture is operating under correct mode, IE sound active/

auto/DMX/Etc., if applicable.

Chase Speed Too

Fast/Slow

Check to ensure proper setup of speed adjustment.

No Power

Check fuse, AC cord and circuit for malfunction.

Blown Fuse

Check AC cord and circuit for damage, verify that moving parts are not

restricted and that unit’s ventilation is not obstructed

No Response to

Audio

Verify that the fixture is in “Sound Active” mode.

Adjust Audio Sensitivity, If Applicable.

Fixture Not

Responding / Re-

sponding Erratically

Make sure all connectors are seated properly and securely.

Use Only DMX Cables and/or check cables for defects

Install a Terminator.

Fixture Moving On

Its Own

Verify proper mode of operation. Is the fixture in “Auto” mode?

If your problem persists or isn’t listed contact [email protected].

Channel

Function

Value

What It Does

14

Head 2 - Strobe

000 <--> 255

Strobe Speed

15

Head 3 - Pan

000 <--> 255

Pan

16

Head 3 - Pan Fine

000 <--> 255

Pan (fine)

17

Head 3 - Tilt

000 <--> 255

Tilt

18

Head 3 - Tilt Fine

000 <--> 255

Tilt (fine)

19

Head 3 - Pan/Tilt Speed

000 <--> 255

Pan/Tilt Speed

20

Head 3 - Dimmer

000 <--> 255

16-bit dimmer (0%-100%)

21

Head 3 - Strobe

000 <--> 255

Strobe Speed