UMBRA-1200: Low Mist Generator 1200W

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the UMBRA-1200. This product has been designed to produce ground-hugging mist effects. Please read and keep this manual to get the best results from the product and avoid damage through misuse.

	Caution: Please read this manual carefully before operating
	Damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty

Recommended fluid

For the UMBRA-1200 haze machine operates using just standard fog fluid and water.

We recommend the following fog fluids for use in this machine.

Unpacking

The UMBRA-1200 is self-contained in its own flight case with lockable castors for stability.

Inside, the main unit is seated on the base with the flexible duct and outlet funnel attached

and the fluid tank is installed into the main unit. An IEC mains lead and 7-pin remote control

lead are also provided. If you find any accessory is missing or the machine has arrived

with any problems, please contact your local dealer at once.

Warning

To prevent risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose electrical parts to rain or moisture.

If liquids are spilled on areas other than inside the fluid tank, disconnect the mains, allow the

UMBRA-1200 to dry out and have it checked by qualified personnel before further use.

Avoid any impact, dropping or extreme pressure to the housing.

Avoid blocking or crushing the flexible duct, as this could lead to damage during use.

Do not open the case other than the water reservoir and remote control cavity.

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer any repair or service to qualified personnel.

Allow the UMBRA-1200 to acclimatize to room temperature before operating.

Placement

The UMBRA-1200 has a built-in fluid container which can be removed for filling.

When in place, ensure that the cap is securely sealed and the bottle is not inverted.

The UMBRA-1200 also has a water reservoir, which should be filled to the required level.

The unit in its flight case should be positioned on a stable surface.

Remove the lid completely before operating.

Safety

• Check for correct mains voltage and condition of IEC lead before connecting to mains.
• This unit must be earthed.
• This unit uses a heating element – be aware that parts of the housing may be hot in use!

Use power supply with Earth connection and adequate current capacity for the unit.

Use the plug to connect to the main power supply as follows:

Wire	Connection	International symbol
Brown	Live	L
Blue	Neutral	N
Yellow/Green	Earth

Cleaning

• Use a soft dry or slightly damp to clean the casing.
• Do not use strong solvents for cleaning the housing or case.
• Clean the haze mechanism periodically by operating with distilled water instead of haze.
• It is also recommended to use fog machine cleaning fluid (160.670UK) periodically to clean out the fog mechanism.

Connection Panel

1. DMX input (3-pin XLR).
2. Power on/off switch.
3. DMX output (3-pin XLR).
4. IEC mains inlet & fuse holder.

Control Panel

• FUNCTION Press to step through various menu functions
• UP/DOWN Set parameter values +/-
• TIMER Enter timer mode
• START/STOP Start/stop continuous mist
• SPEED Set fan speed
• MANUAL Manual mist

Setting Up

The UMBRA-1200 is fitted into its own flight case, which is fitted with castors.

Roll the unit where it is needed to be operated and secure into position by pressing down the lever on the lockable castors.

Unfasten the 4 butterfly catches on the case and completely remove the lid.

The UMBRA-1200 has a funnel and a flexible duct, which should be placed on the floor and aimed at the area where the low-lying mist is to be produced.

Unscrew the cap of the fluid tank and fill with fog fluid (the bottle may be removed to help avoid spilling fluid onto other parts of the housing during filling). Replace the bottle and cap securely and push the feed tube down to the bottom of the bottle to ensure a consistent flow of fluid when the machine is being operated.

At the front of the housing is a hinged lid which can be release by undoing 2 clips either side of the flexible outlet duct. Open the lid using the handle on top and fill with normal tap water to the Recommended Fill Level as indicated on the window at the side of the housing. Too much or too little will result in poor performance.

If DMX512 is to be used for control, connect the DMX signal from the controller to the DMX Input XLR connector (1). Any further DMX controlled units may be connected via the DMX Output XLR connector (3)

The 6-button control panel and display governs settings and standalone operation.

This panel can be used in situ or removed and used as a remote controller.

To remove the panel, unfasten the 2 hand screws on each side of the panel and carefully pull the control panel away from the housing. Inside, there is a fixed connector which is normally plugged into the rear of the control unit, but this must now be linked using the 7-pin control lead supplied with the UMBRA-1200.

Once connected, the control panel will operate in the same way as if mounted into the housing. These connections should be made before powering up.

When replacing the control panel into the housing, carefully align the rear connector

with the mating connector inside the control panel cavity.

Connect the UMBRA-1200 power using the mains lead provided to the IEC inlet (4)

When all connections are in place, switch on the mains power (2)

Operation

Before mist can be produced, the UMBRA-1200 needs to heat up, for 3 to 5 minutes.

If the display shows “Warming”, the heater is pre-heating.

If the display shows “Ready to Fog”, it is at the required temperature for operation.

Settings and standalone operation are entered on the control panel as follows.

To produce mist on demand, press MANUAL and the START/STOP button for continuous mist

output and press again to stop. The internal Manual and Wind Set settings will affect the

amount and rate of output.

To initiate a timed output, using FUNCTION and UP/DOWN buttons, set the required

Duration (mist output) and Interval (no mist output) times and then press TIMER to

initiate the timer (time countdown will show in the display)

Press TIMER again to stop the timer operation.

The Volume OUT and Wind Set settings will affect the amount and rate of output.

To operate remotely via DMX, use FUNCTION and UP/DOWN buttons to set the DMX

start address and then operate across 3 DMX channels as described below

(Note: If a DMX signal is being received, this will override Manual or Timer modes)

After use, switch off the mist output and wait until no more mist is produced.

Unplug from the mains supply and allow the unit to cool down.

Remove and empty the fog fluid tank and empty the water reservoir via a tap near the bottom.

Stow away or replace the control panel if removed from the housing.

Replace the funnel and flexible duct before fitting the lids and moving the UMBRA-1200

Troubleshooting

Warning: Hot components! ... Switch off and allow to cool before touching the unit.