FOS technologies SuperStorm LED Strobe

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Name: FOS SuperStorm
• Installation Options: Ground, Hanging, Splicing, Diffuser
• Signal Connection: DMX 512
• Maximum Number of Fixtures: 32
• Power Supply: Separate connection for each fixtureProduct Usage Instructions

Installation
To install the FOS SuperStorm, follow one of the below methods

1. Ground Installation: Place the fixture on the ground in the desired location.
2. Hanging Installation: Hang the fixture using appropriate fixtures and safety measures.
3. Splicing Installation: Connect multiple fixtures together to form a longer lighting setup.
4. Diffuser Installation: Attach a diffuser to the fixture for desired lighting effects.

Signal and Power Connection
To connect multiple fixtures and power supply, follow thesesteps

1. Using a 3-pin signal cable, connect the DMX output port of the controller to the DMX input line of the 1st fixture.
2. Connect the DMX output line of the first fixture to the DMX input line of the second fixture, and continue this connection until all fixtures are connected.
3. If using master-slave synchronous control, set the first fixture as the master in the menu and the remaining fixtures as slaves (default setting is slave).
4. Ensure that each fixture has a separate power supply connection.
5. Make sure the power supply voltage and frequency match the specifications listed in the product manual.

Operation:
To operate the FOS SuperStorm, follow these steps

1. To power on, enter the power-on password: UP – DOWN – UP – DOWN.
2. Press the UP or DOWN button to browse through the various setup options.
3. Press the ENTER button to save settings or enter the next menu.
4. Press the UP or DOWN button to shift options.
5. Press the MENU button to return to the upper menu.

DMX Address Setting:
When using the controller to control multiple fixtures, each fixture should be provided with a unique DMX address. There are 3 control modes available:

• Simple Mode
• Standard Mode
• Extent Mode

FAQ:

1. Q: What should I do if there is any damage caused by transportation?
   A: After receiving the lights, open and check for damages. If there are any damages caused by transportation, do not use the device and contact your dealer or manufacturer immediately.
2. Q: Can I use the clamps as a handle to carry the fixtures?
   A: No, it is strictly forbidden to use the clamps as a handle to carry the fixtures. Use appropriate handles or methods for carrying.
3. Q: Are side-hanging installations allowed?
   A: No, side-hanging installations are forbidden for safety reasons.
4. Q: What is the maximum number of fixtures that can be connected?
   A: The maximum number of fixtures that can be connected is 32.
5. Q: How do I set the DMX address for each fixture?
   A: Use the controller to assign a unique DMX address to each fixture for proper signal reception and response.

Safety warning information

After receiving the lights, please open to check whether there is any damages caused by transportation. In case of damages caused of transportation, please don’t this device and contact your dealer or manufacturer as soon as possible.

• The projector is for indoor and outdoor use, IP65.
• Do not install the fixtures onto inflammable surfaces directly.
• The fixture is only intended for installation, operation and maintenance by qualified personnel. Do not project the beam onto inflammable surfaces, minimum distance is 3 meter.
• Avoid direct exposure to the light from the lamp. The light is harmful to the eyes.
• Do not attempt to dismantle and/or modify the projector in any way.
• Electrical connection must only be carried out by qualified personnel.
• Before installation, ensure that the voltage and frequency of power supply match the power requirements of the fixture.
• It is essential that each projector is correctly earthed and that electrical installation conforms to all relevant standards.
• Do not connect this device to any other types of dimmer apparatus.
• The projector should always be installed with a secondary safety fixing. A safety cord is supplied for this; it should be attached as shown in “installing the projector” section.
• Shields and lens shall be changed if they have become visibly damaged to such an extent than their
  effectiveness is impaired, for example by cracks or deep scratches.
• Exterior surface temperatures of the luminaire after 5 minutes operation is 45℃, when steady state is achieved 70℃. There is no user serviceable parts inside the projector, do not open the housing and never operate the fixture with the covers removed.
• There is no user serviceable parts inside this light, please check whether all covers or shells have been installed and screws have been tightened securely. It is forbidden to use lights with covers(or shell) open.
  If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to consult your dealer or manufacturer.

Always disconnection from Power before the device’s installation, cleaning and maintenance

Installation

1. Installed on the ground
2. Hanging
3. Splicing
4. Diffuser

Take out 2 clamps and 1 safety rope, install the 2 clamps on the bottom of the fixture with the 4 quick knob attached to the clamps , then hang the fixture on the fixed support with the clamp, and tighten the clamp lock bolt to fix the fixture. Please confirm that the fixture installation is stable and reliable, and ensure that the hoisting position has sufficient strength to withstand the weight of the fixture. please carry the randomly equipped safety rope through the bottom of the fixture holder for auxiliary hoisting to ensure safety.
Warn：

1. The clamps are only used when install the fixtures. It is strictly forbidden to use the clamps as a handle to carry the fixtures.
2. For safety reasons, please use a safety rope that can withstand 10 times the weight of the fixture through the safety hole of the fixture body.
3. Side hang the fixtures are forbidden .

Signal and power connect

• For the connection of control signals, 2-pin shielded cables with a diameter not less than 0.5 mm must be used between the fixture and the controller and between the fixtures.
• Please use the 3-pin signal output /incoming line of the lamp to connect. The connections between the 3-pin signal line ports are shown in the figure above. It must be noted that the 3 pin of the XLR plug / socket must not be in contact with the inner shell or between the cores when connecting. The XLR plug / socket and the XLR control cable cannot be connected in any other way than the connection shown in the figure above. This product receives the international standard DMX512 (1990) control signal.
• The signal connection of multiple fixtures, the maximum number of connection is 32 fixtures, use a 3-pin signal cable from the DMX output port of the controller to the DMX input line of the 1st fixture, and connect from the DMX output line of the first fixture To the DMX input line of the second fixture, and so on, until all the fixtures are connected.
• When the first fixture is not connected to the controller (the signal line connection between the other fixtures remain unchanged), it is the connection mode of master-slave  synchronous control. However, to achieve master-slave synchronization control, the first fixture should be set as the master in the menu, and the remaining fixtures should be set as slaves (the default value is slave).
• When connecting the power supply, the power supply of each fixture should be connected separately. Please note that the power supply voltage and frequency must match with the power supply voltage and frequency listed in the product manual.

Function and installation

• Press button   if you want to browse through the various Setup Options.
• Press button to save your settings or enter the next menu.
• Press button to shift.
• Press button will return to the upper menu one by one.

DMX address setting

• When using the controller to control multiple fixtures each fixture shall be provided with a DMX address to receive signals from the controller and respond correctly, There are 3 control modes in this product, which are simple mode, standard mode and extent mode.
• For example: The fixture has 20 channels at standard mode.

We set the 1st fixture :DMX Address 001, then the 2nd fixture DMX Address 021，the 3rd fixture DMX Address 041，the 4th fixture 61 and so on.

• Turn on the fixture，If operating menu is locked，press  for 5 Sec, the fixture will be unlocked；
• Then press     or  find Add menu；
• Press    display DMX Address；
• Press  set DMX Address value
• Press  to confirm then the fixture automatically saved this DMX address
• Press Menu will return to the upper menu

Operation menu

power-on password ,

DMX channel list

Channel

64 Channel

89 Channel

Channel priority: dimming> built-in program call > user program call>ARGBW dimming >HSV dimming> Macro Instruction> Color Temperature

Maintenance

• To ensure the reliability of the projector it should be kept clean. It is recommended that the fans should be cleaned every 15 days. The lens and dichroic color filters should also be  regularly cleaned to maintain an optimum light output. Do NOT use any type of solvent on dichroic color filters.
• Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates: damp, smoke or particularly dirty surroundings can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the unit’s  optics. A soft cloth and typical glass cleaning products should be used in cleaning. It is recommended to clean the external optics at least once every 20 days and clean the internal  optics at least once every 30 / 60 days.
• Do not use any organic solvent, e.g. alcohol, to clean the reflector mirror, dichroic color filters or housing of the apparatus.

Trouble shooting

Technical data

• Input voltage：
  • AC 100V/120V/200V/220V /230V/240V 50/60Hz
• Power ：
  • 700W@220V
• LED light source：
• Strobe Tube LEDS
  • LED Type: 3535 5W 6500K LEDs
    LED Count: 144
    LED Colors: Cool-White
    LED Segments: 16
• Strobe Panel LEDs
• LED Type: 5050SMD 2W RGBW 4 in1 LED Count: 242
  LED Colors: Cool-White
  LED Segments: 32 (2×16)
• Working lifetime
  • 50000h
• Dimmer ：
  • 0-100% linear dimming
• Strobe ：
  • Electric strobe，0.3-20pcs/sec Max 20 Hz
• Control mode：
  • International standard DMX 512signal，3 Pin (5 Pin) DMX512 interface RDM Wireless ：2.4 GHz W-DMX™ (optional)
  • 3 channel modes
  • Master-slave
  • Stand-alone mode
  • Self-test mode
• Other functions：
  • Adjustable horizontal and vertical speed
  • Display fixture using time
  • Display software version number
  • Modular structure for easy maintenance
  • Speed-regulating radiator
• Connector
  • Power : Sermonic PowerOn Ture1 DMX: Sermonic XLR Cable Connector
• Shell and protection level：
  • High-strength casting aluminum alloy，IP66 black shell（white optional）
• Working temperature：
  • -20°C～40°C
• Weight：
  • 8.9 Kg
• Produce size：
  • See below

Documents / Resources

FOS technologies SuperStorm LED Strobe [pdf] User Manual SuperStorm LED Strobe, LED Strobe, Strobe

References

• User Manual