JB Systems Alien operation manual
ENGLISH USER MANUAL
OPERATION MANUAL
Thank you for buying this JB Systems® product. To take full advantage of all possibilities and for your own
safety, please read these operating instructions very carefully before you start using this unit.
FEATURES
5 different effects in one single unit !
3 individual Led Projectors for colored beams + UV/Blacklight effect (9x8W Red-Green-Blue-UV Leds)
LED effect: 84x0.75W Leds (Red-Green-Blue-Amber) for dynamic multibeam patterns
Led Strobe: 12x 0.5Watt White Leds
Laser: red (100mW) and green (30mW) laser patterns
Use the unit in any way you like it !
Standalone: sound activated (internal mic) or automatic shows. IR remote controller included.
Master/slave function for wonderful synchronized shows when several units are used.
DMX-control: via 3, 9, 11 or 28 Channels.
3-digit LED display for easy menu navigation
IEC mains input + output for easy linking (check out our combi cables)
Key activated on/off switch and emergency switch (interlock) input for additional laser safety
Complies to EN/IEC 60825-1 for Laser Safety
BEFORE USE
Before you start using this unit, please check if there’s no transportation damage. Should there be any, do
not use the device and consult your dealer first.
Important: This device left our factory in perfect condition and well packaged. It is absolutely necessary
for the user to strictly follow the safety instructions and warnings in this user manual. Any damage caused
by mishandling is not subject to warranty. The dealer will not accept responsibility for any resulting defects
or problems caused by disregarding this user manual.
Keep this booklet in a safe place for future consultation. If you sell the fixture, be sure to add this user
manual.
Check the contents:
Check that the cardboard box contains the following items:
ALIEN unit
2 keys (for key switch)
Spare connector for emergency stop
Mains cable
IR Remote controller
Operating instructions
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CAUTION
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the top cover.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel only.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the use
or the presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying this
appliance.
This symbol means: indoor use only.
This symbol means: Read instructions.
This symbol determines: the minimum distance from lighted objects. The minimum distance between
light-output and the illuminated surface must be more than 1 meter.
To protect the environment, please try to recycle the packing material as much as possible.
A new light effect sometimes causes some unwanted smoke and/or smell. This is normal and disappears
after some minutes.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
To avoid condensation to be formed inside, allow the unit to adapt to the surrounding temperatures when
bringing it into a warm room after transport. Condense sometimes prevents the unit from working at full
performance or may even cause damages.
This unit is for indoor use only.
Don’t place metal objects or spill liquid inside the unit. Electric shock or malfunction may result. If a foreign
object enters the unit, immediately disconnect the mains power.
Locate the fixture in a well ventilated spot, away from any flammable materials and/or liquids. The fixture
must be fixed at least 50cm from surrounding walls.
Don’t cover any ventilation openings as this may result in overheating.
Prevent use in dusty environments and clean the unit regularly.
Keep the unit away from children.
Inexperienced persons should not operate this device.
The save ambient temperature is between 15° & 40°C. Don’t use this unit at higher ambient temperatures.
Make sure the area below the installation place is free from unwanted persons during rigging, de-rigging
and servicing.
Always unplug the unit when it is not used for a longer time or before replacing the bulb or start servicing.
The electrical installation should be carried out by qualified personal only, according to the regulations for
electrical and mechanical safety in your country.
Check that the available voltage is not higher than the one stated on the rear panel of the unit.
The power cord should always be in perfect condition. Switch the unit immediately off when the power cord
is squashed or damaged. It must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Never let the power-cord come into contact with other cables!
This fixture must be earthed to in order comply with safety regulations.
Don’t connect the unit to any dimmer pack.
Always use an appropriate and certified safety cable when installing the unit.
In order to prevent electric shock, do not open the cover. Apart from the lamp and mains fuse there are no
user serviceable parts inside.
Never repair a fuse or bypass the fuse holder. Always replace a damaged fuse with a fuse of the same
type and electrical specifications!
In the event of serious operating problems, stop using the fixture and contact your dealer immediately.
The housing and the lenses must be replaced if they are visibly damaged.
Please use the original packing when the device is to be transported.
Due to safety reasons it is prohibited to make unauthorized modifications to the unit.
Important: Never look directly into the light source! Don’t use the effect in the presence of persons suffering
from epilepsy.
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LASER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
According to the EN/IEC 60825-1 regulations, this laser falls under the classification 3R. Direct eye
exposure can be dangerous.
DANGER: LASER RADIATION !
Avoid direct eye exposure! Laser radiation can cause eye damage
and/or skin damage. All protective measures for a safe operation of
this laser must be applied.
This product is a so-called show laser, emitting radiation with a wavelength spectrum between 400 and
700 nm and producing lighting effects for shows.
Laser Light is different from any other light source with which you may be familiar. The light from this
product can potentially cause eye injury if not set up and used properly. Laser light is thousands of times
more concentrated than light from any other kind of light source. This concentration of light power can
cause instant eye injuries, primarily by burning the retina (the light sensitive portion at the back of the eye).
Even if you cannot feel “heat” from a laser beam, it can still potentially injure or blind you or your audience.
Even very small amounts of laser light are potentially
hazardous even at long distances.
Never look into the laser aperture or laser beams
Never direct the laser beam to people or animals and
never leave this device running unattended.
This laser may only be used for shows. The
operation of a class 3R show laser is only allowed if
the operation is controlled by a skilled and welltrained operator.
Depending on the classification, operating a laser
product can produce laser radiation that may cause permanent eye damage and/or skin damage. The
legal instructions for using a laser product vary from country to country. The user must always inform
himself on the legal instructions valid in his country and apply them to his situation.
The parent document and cornerstone of laser safety standards ANSI Z136.1 provides guidance for the
safe use of lasers and laser systems by defining control measures for each of the four laser classes. This
valuable document can be obtained from www.laserinstitute.org
Please note that JB SYSTEMS cannot be made liable for damages caused by incorrect installations and
unskilled operation!
DESCRIPTION:
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DMX
On
DMX input present
AUTO
On
Master mode
SLAVE
On
Slave mode
SOUND
Flashing
Sound activation
MENU
To browse the different menu options
UP
To go forward in the selected functions or to increase a value
DOWN
To go backward in the selected functions or to decrease a value
ENTER
To confirm the selected functions
1. LASER OUTPUT: This is where the laser beams exit the enclosure, make sure to NEVER look inside
the unit through this opening while the laser effect is switched on!
2. WASH PROJECTOR LENSES: output of the colored led projector for colored beams + UV effect. Don’t
expose to direct sunlight !
3. STROBE EFFECT LENSES: White SMD LEDs for the strobe effect!
4. LED EFFECT LENSES: output of the colored led effect. Don’t expose to direct sunlight !
5. IR RECEIVER: when you use the IR remote controller, you should point the remote controller to this spot
6. CONTROL PANEL:
a. DISPLAY: shows the various menus and the selected functions.
b. LEDS:
c. BUTTONS:
7. SAFETY EYEBOLT: used to attach a safety cable when the unit is rigged (see paragraph “overhead
rigging”
8. MAINS INPUT: with IEC socket and integrated fuse holder; connect the supplied mains cable here.
9. MAINS OUTPUT: you can use our “combi cables” and this IEC output to easily daisy-chain the next unit
10. DMX OUTPUT: 3pin female XLR-connector used to connect the LASER with the next unit in the DMX
chain.
11. DMX INPUT: 3pin male XLR-connector used to connect universal DMX-cables. This input receives
instructions from a DMX-controller.
12. INTERNAL MICROPHONE: The built-in microphone is used to synchronize the show to the beat of the
music.
13. SENSITIVITY KNOB: The unit works to rhythm of the beat when used in standalone or master/slave
mode. With this knob you can set the input sensitivity of the build-in microphone.
14. ON/OFF KEY ACTIVATED SWITCH: used to switch the unit on/off. Use the keys to make sure only a
skilled operator is able to switch the laser on.
15. INTERLOCK input: used to connect the optional emergency stop switch (see picture). When you push
this switch the laser beam will disappear immediately.
IMPORTANT! For your own safety we strongly
recommend to connect this optional switch!
THERE WILL BE NO LASER OUTPUT WHEN THE
INTERLOCK INPUT IS NOT USED!
Temporary solution: install the spare connector
on the laser. (see picture)
16. FAN: assures the cooling of the unit. Do not cover!
17. VENTILATION OPENING: used for the cooling of the unit. Do not cover the opening !
OVERHEAD RIGGING
Important: The installation must be carried out by qualified service personal only. Improper
installation can result in serious injuries and/or damage to property. Overhead rigging requires
extensive experience! Working load limits should be respected, certified installation materials
should be used, the installed device should be inspected regularly for safety.
Make sure the area below the installation place is free from unwanted persons during rigging, de-rigging
and servicing.
Locate the fixture in a well ventilated spot, far away from any flammable materials and/or liquids. The
fixture must be fixed at least 50cm from surrounding walls.
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