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SmartBar 1 and SmartModule 1 Repairs

This document suggests some common causes for problems seen in SmartBar and SmartModule units.

 

Problems Troubleshooting Step

No DMX Input (DMX LED is flashing)

DMX Driver chips may have failed. Replace U11 and U12 (Z9434-F)
(Note: These are soldered onto the PCB and are not socketed chips)

DC - DC Converter may have failed.  Replace DC1 (PS179-F)

No Dimmer Output for 1 or 2 dimmers

PowerModule may be bad or unplugged.

Will not boot fully

Make sure PowerModule Control circuit board (7580B5428) is plugged into Main circuit board completely

Display showing OVERTEMP errors constantly

Make sure PowerModule Control circuit board (7580B5428) is plugged into Main circuit board completely
Display blank, missing characters, or scrambled

Replace DS156-F Display

Replace U8 - Z9466-F

LEDs or Switches not working Replace U7 - Z9466-F
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Notes:

  • Please be careful when wiring the 3 phase connector. The Z (Phase 3) on some connectors can easily be mistaken for N (neutral).

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