ENGLISH USER MANUAL
JB SYSTEMS® 1/12 SPYDER-RGB LASER
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
This unit is radio-interference suppressed. This product meets the requirements of the current European and
national guidelines. Conformity has been established and the relevant statements and documents have been
deposited by the manufacturer.
• This device was designed to produce decorative effect lighting and is used in light show systems.
• Sharp beams and beautiful grating effects
• 32 Pre-programmed patterns
• Fabulous preprogrammed laser shows for all kinds of applications: lounge bar, discotheque, mobile DJ, …
• Class 3B laser based on a RGB-laserdiode with 120mW Red CW (λ = 638nm), 50mW Green CW (λ =
520nm) and 300mW Blue (λ =450nm).
• Several working modes:
• DMX-control: 6, 9 or 10 channels
• Standalone: sound activated (internal mic) or automatic
• Master/slave: wonderful synchronized shows
• Built-in microphone
• 3-digit LED display for easy menu navigation
• Key activated blackout switch and emergency switch (interlock) input for additional safety
• Complies to EN/IEC 60825-1:2014 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:
• SPYDER-RGB LASER
• 2 keys (for key switch)
• Mains cable
• Operating instructions
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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.
CAUTION
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LASER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
• According to the EN/IEC 60825-1:2014 regulations, this laser falls under the classification 3B. 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 3B 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 (2007) 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!
WARNING LABEL LOCATIONS
A. APERTURE logos
or
These warning labels indicate the laser emission aperture
on the device: the emitted laser light is potentially
dangerous. NEVER look directly into the laser beam. Risk
of eye injury and / or blinding!
B. WARNING logo
WARNING – CLASS 3B LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
Avoid exposure to the beam.
C. Multilingual warning sticker
Warning – laser radiation, avoid exposuree to beam.
Class 3B laser product.
IEC/EN 60825-1:2014
Wavelength: 120mW Red CW laser (λ = 638nm)
50mW Green CW laser (λ = 520nm)
300mW Blue CW laser (λ = 450nm)
Laser radiation: CW <500mW
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DESCRIPTION:
1. POWER LED: indicates that the unit is switched on.
2. MUSIC LED: flashes to the sound of the music detected by the internal microphone.
3. LASER OUTPUT: the laser beam exits the enclosure, make sure to NEVER look inside the unit through
this opening while the laser effect is switched on!
4. HANGING BRACKET: with 2 knobs on both sides to fasten the unit and a mounting hole to fix a
mounting hook.
5. INTERLOCK input ([REMOTE]): used to connect the optional emergency stop
switch (see picture). When you push this switch the laser beam will disappear
immediately.
6. 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.
7. DMX OUTPUT: 3pin female XLR-connector used to connect the LASER with the
next unit in the DMX chain.
8. DMX INPUT: 3pin male XLR-connector used to connect universal DMX-cables. This input receives
instructions from a DMX-controller.
9. MAINS INPUT: IEC socket with integrated fuse holder, connect the supplied mains cable here.
10. COOLING FAN: used to cool the components inside the enclosure. Make sure to never cover this fan
outlet!
11. SAFETY EYEBOLT: used to attach a safety cable when the unit is rigged (see paragraph “overhead
rigging”
12. CONTROL PANEL: Used to select the different functions of the laser, see further to learn how to
operate the unit.
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13. DISPLAY: shows the selected DMX address when the unit is in DMX-mode. Apart from DMX-mode you
can also select 4 other working modes, see further to learn more about these modes.
14. INTERNAL MICROPHONE: The built-in microphone is used to synchronize the laser show to the beat of
the music.
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)
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.
• The device should be installed out of reach of people and outside areas where persons may walk by or be
seated.
• Before rigging make sure that the installation area can hold a minimum point load of 10times the device’s
weight.
• Always use a certified safety cable that can hold 12 times the weight of the device when installing the unit.
This secondary safety attachment should be installed in a way that no part of the installation can drop
more than 20cm if the main attachment fails.
• The device should be well fixed; a free-swinging mounting is dangerous and may not be considered!
• Don’t cover any ventilation openings as this may result in overheating.
• The operator has to make sure that the safety-relating and machine-technical installations are approved by
an expert before using them for the first time. The installations should be inspected every year by a skilled
person to be sure that safety is still optimal.
HOW TO SET UP AND CONTROL THE UNIT
MUSIC INPUT SENSITIVITY:
The unit works to rhythm of the beat when used in standalone or master/slave mode
To set the input sensitivity, follow these steps:
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• Press the FUNC-button until the display shows “S 0” …”S 9”
• Press the ENTER-button to confirm your choice.
• Use DOWN and UP button to select a value between “S 0” (very low sensitivity) and “S 9” (high
sensitivity).
• Once the mode is selected, press the ENTER button save it.
You can operate the unit in 4 ways:
1) MUSIC CONTROLLED MODE:
The laser runs a preprogrammed sequence to the rhythm of the music. Select this mode when only 1 laser
is used (standalone) or when the laser is placed as the first (master) unit in a chain with several units.
• Press the FUNC-button until the display shows one of the following: AUN, S..(0-9), 001 or SLA.
• Select AUN.
• Now use the UP or DOWN buttons to select:
o Sop (Sound activated shows, containing patterns)
o Son (Sound activated shows, containing patterns and grating effects)
o Sod (Sound activated shows, containing grating effects)
• Press the ENTER-button to confirm your choice.
You can connect several LASERs together: just put the first unit of the chain in one of the sound activated
effect modes and all other units in “Slave mode” (display shows “SLA”) to make them all work in perfect
sync!
Note: When no music is detected, the laser output will be shut off (blackout).
2) FULL AUTOMATIC MODE:
The laser automatically runs a preprogrammed sequence. Select this mode when only 1 laser is used
(standalone) or when the laser is placed as the first (master) unit in a chain with several lasers.
• Press the FUNC-button until the display shows one of the following: AUN, S..(0-9), 001 or SLA.
• Select AUN.
• Now use the UP or DOWN buttons to select:
o AUN (Automatic shows, containing patterns and grating effects)
o AUP (Automatic shows, containing patterns)
o AUd (Automatic shows, containing grating effects)
• Press the ENTER-button to confirm your choice.
The laser automatically runs a preprogrammed sequence.
You can connect several SPYDER-RGB LASERs together: just put the first unit of the chain in one of the
automatic effect modes and all other units in “Slave mode” (display shows “SLA”) to make them all work in
perfect sync!
3) SLAVE MODE:
The laser follows the instructions given by the first SPYDER-RGB LASER (master) in the chain.
• Connect the DMX input of the laser to the DMX output of the previous laser in the chain.
• Press the FUNC-button until the display shows “SLA”
• Press the ENTER-button to confirm your choice.
You can connect several lasers together. Please put the first unit of the chain in “Music or automatic
mode” and all other units in “Slave mode” (display shows “SLA” to make them all work in perfect sync!
4) DMX512 MODE:
The laser can be controlled by any standard DMX-controller in 3 different DMX-modes: 6, 9 and 10ch.
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• Connect the DMX input of the laser to the DMX output of the previous unit in the chain or directly to the
DMX-output of your controller.
• Press the FUNC-button until the display shows: “001” or the actual DMX-address.
• Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the desired DMX-address. (001 to 503)
• Press the ENTER-button to confirm your choice.
• Press the FUNC-button again if you want to change the address.
Note: the display blinks when the unit is in DMX-mode and no DMX-signal is detected.
Some more information on DMX512:
The DMX-protocol is a widely used high speed signal to control intelligent light equipment. You need to
“daisy chain” your DMX controller and all the connected light effects with a good
quality XLR M/F balanced cable. To prevent strange behavior of the light effects,
due to interferences, you must use a 90Ω to 120Ω terminator at the end of the chain.
Never use Y-splitter cables, this simply won’t work!
Each effect in the chain needs to have its proper starting address so it knows which
commands from the controller it has to decode.
DMX-CONFIGURATION OF THE LASER:
IMPORTANT REMARK : The value of CH1 is used to put the laser in the desired DMX-mode.
The SPYDER-RGB LASER has 3 DMX-modes : 6, 9 and 10 channels.
o 6CH-mode : Fader CH1 between 175 and 199
o 10CH-mode : Fader CH1 between 200 and 224
o 9CH-mode : Fader CH1 between 225 and 255
Channel
Value
Function
CH1
Mode
000-024
Laser off
025-049
Mixed show Auto. Pattern + grating
050-074
Mixed show sound Pattern + grating
075-099
Pattern show Auto
100-124
Pattern show sound
125-149
Grating show Auto
150-174
Grating show sound
175-199
Grating dot show DMX
200-224
Grating pattern show DMX
225-255
Original pattern show DMX
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6 CHANNEL DMX-CONFIGURATION OF THE LASER:
CH1 between 175 and 199
Channel
Value
Function
CH2
X axis
000-127
128 different fixed position on X axis
128-191
Clockwise moving
128-255
Anticlockwise moving
CH3
Y axis
000-127
128 different fixed position on Y axis
128-191
Clockwise moving
128-255
Anticlockwise moving
CH4
Color
000-009
Without laser
010-039
Red / green / blue on, or strobing
040-069
Red on or strobing, without green and blue
070-099
Green on or strobing, without red and blue
100-129
Blue on or strobing, without red and green
130-159
Red /green on or strobing alternatively, without blue
160-189
Red /blue on or strobing alternatively, without green
190-219
Red /blue on or strobing alternatively, without red
220-255
Red / green / blue on or strobing alternatively
CH5
Strobing
000-009
Without strobing
010-249
Strobing speed change
250-255
Strobing to sound
CH6
Grating
Rolling
000
Without grating revolve
000-075
Clockwise Rolling
076-150
Stop
151-255
Anticlockwise Rolling
9 CHANNEL DMX-CONFIGURATION OF THE LASER:
CH1 between 225 and 255
Channel
Value
Function
CH2
000-255
32 patterns of beam
CH3
Zoom
000-127
100%-5% area zooming
128-169
zoom in
170-209
zoom out
210-255
zoom in & zoom out
CH4
Y axis
Rolling
000-127
0 -359 degree fixed Y axis rolled
128-191
Clockwise rolling
192-255
Anticlockwise rolling
CH5
X axis
Rolling
000-127
0 -359 degree fixed X axis rolled
128-191
Clockwise rolling
192-255
Anticlockwise rolling
CH6
Z axis
Rolling
000-127
0 -359 degree fixed Z axis rolled
128-191
Clockwise rolling
192-255
Anticlockwise rolling
000-127
128 different fixed position on X axis
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CH7
X axis
128-191
Clockwise moving
192-255
Anticlockwise moving
CH8
Y axis
000-127
128 different fixed position on Y axis
128-191
Clockwise moving
192-255
Anticlockwise moving
CH9
Color
000-015
Original color
016-031
Color 1
032-047
Color 2
048-063
Color 3
064-079
Color 1 + Color 2
080-095
Color 1 + Color 3
096-111
Color 2 + Color 3
112-127
Color 1 + Color 2 +Color 3
128-160
Color skip
161-255
Color mix
10 CHANNEL DMX-CONFIGURATION OF THE LASER:
CH1 between 200 and 224
Channel
Value
Function
CH2
000-255
11 grating patterns.
CH3
Zoom
0-127
100%-5% area zooming
128-169
zoom in
170-209
zoom out
210-255
zoom in & zoom out
CH4
Y axis
Rolling
000-127
Clockwise rolling
128-255
Anticlockwise rolling
CH5
X axis
Rolling
000-127
Clockwise rolling
128-255
Anticlockwise rolling
CH6
Z axis
Rolling
000-127
0 -359 degree fixed Z axis rolled
128-191
Clockwise rolling
128-255
Anticlockwise rolling
CH7
X axis
000-127
128 different fixed position on X axis
128-191
Clockwise moving
192-255
Anticlockwise moving
CH8
Y axis
000-127
128 different fixed position on Y axis
128-191
Clockwise moving
192-255
Anticlockwise moving
CH9
Color
000-015
Color 1
016-031
Color 2
032-047
Color 3
048-063
Color 1+Color 2
064-079
Color 1+Color 3
080-095
Color 2+Color 3
096-111
Color 1+Color 2+Color 3
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112-127
Color 1 color 2 alternates
128-143
Color 1 color 3 alternates
144-159
Color 2 color 3 alternates
160-255
Color 1 color 2 color 3 alternates
CH10
Grating
Rolling
000
Grating without rolling
001-075
Grating Clockwise rolling
076-150
Grating without rolling
151-255
Grating Anticlockwise rolling
Pattern settings:
• Keep the “FUNC” and “UP”-button pressed simultaneously whilst connecting the laser to the mains and
keep them until the display shows
• Press the “Func” button to choose the desired setting to be changed.
• Press up or down until the laser shows the Y arrow axis on the top and X arrow axis on the right.
• Then press “Enter” to confirm the selection
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Pattern list
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MAINTENANCE
• Make sure the area below the installation place is free from unwanted persons during servicing.
• Switch off the unit, unplug the mains cable and wait until the unit has been cooled down.
During inspection the following points should be checked:
• All screws used for installing the device and any of its parts should be tightly fastened and may not be
corroded.
• Housings, fixations and installations spots (ceiling, truss, suspensions) should be totally free from any
deformation.
• When an optical lens is visibly damaged due to cracks or deep scratches, it must be replaced.
• The mains cables must be in impeccable condition and should be replaced immediately when even a
small problem is detected.
• In order to protect the device from overheat the cooling fans (if any) and ventilation openings should be
cleaned monthly.
• The interior of the device should be cleaned annually using a vacuum cleaner or air-jet.
• The cleaning of internal and external optical lenses and/or mirrors must be carried out periodically to
optimize light output. Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates: damp,
smoky or particularly dirty surroundings can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the unit’s optics.
• Clean with a soft cloth using normal glass cleaning products.
• Always dry the parts carefully.
• Clean the external optics at least once every 30 days.
• Clean the internal optics at least every 90 days.
Attention: We strongly recommend internal cleaning to be carried out by qualified personnel!
SPECIFICATIONS
Mains Input: AC 100~240V, 50/60Hz
Fuse: 250V 1A slow blow (20mm glass)
Total Power consumption: 30W
Sound Control: Internal microphone
DMX connections: 3pin XLR male / female
DMX channels: 6/9/10 channels
DMX starting address: 001 → 503
Laser Power: 120mW Red CW laser (λ = 638nm)
50mW Green CW laser (λ = 520nm)
300mW Blue CW laser (λ = 450nm)
Laser radiation class: 3B
Beam diameter @ aperture: <5mm
Divergence (each beam) <2 mrad
MPE / NOHD: Not relevant, the beam is continuously scattered and
moves in all directions (no stationary laser beam)
Divergence (total output) <90°
Working temperature: 10°C to 40°C
Laser Safety Standard: EN/IEC 60825-1:2014
Size: see picture below
Weight: 2.35kg
Every information is subject to change without prior notice
You can download the latest version of this user manual on our website : www.jb-systems.eu
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