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Copyright © 2006-2007 by BEGLEC cva.

Version: 1.4

EN - DISPOSAL OF THE DEVICE

Dispose of the unit and used batteries in an environment friendly manner
according to your country regulations.

FR - DÉCLASSER L’APPAREIL

Débarrassez-vous de l’appareil et des piles usagées de manière écologique
Conformément aux dispositions légales de votre pays.

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Thank you for buying this JB Systems®product. To take full advantage of all possibilities and for your own
safety, pleaseread these operatinginstructions very carefully before youstartusing this unit.

FEATURES

This unit is radio-interference suppressed.This product meetsthe requirements ofthe current European and
national guidelines. Conformityhas ben established and the relevant statements and documents have been
deposited by the manufacturer. This device has been designed to produce decorative effect lighting and is
used in lightshowsystems.

 Stylish RGB 30cm LED-BALLcontaining 91 high-powerLEDs.
 Many applications possible:discotheques, DJs, hiring companies,exhibition booths,...
 No flickerand verysmooth RGB colorchanges thanks to high freq. dimming electronics
 Different working modes:

 Completely standalone: automatic or beat synchronized color changes (optional CA-8 controller

possible)

 Master/slave mode: up to 16 units can be used together for wonderful preprogrammed, music

synchronizedlightshows.(optionalCA-8 controllerpossible)

 DMX-controlled (4channels: R,G,B + Dimmer/strobe) by any standard DMX-controller.

 Innovative and extremely quick DMXaddressing:

 Very easyDMXaddressing of individual unitsusing any standardDMX-controller

 Extremely fast DMX addressing ofseveral unitsatonce (automatic addresscalculation)
 Ready to use, all cables already connected!
 Different installationpossibilities formaximum flexibility:

 Standard chain included (cfr. Mirrorballs)

 Optional pole mount adapter.

 Optional wall mount adapter.
 LonglifeLED technology: >50.000 hours!

BEFORE USE

 Before you start using this unit, please check if there’s no transportation damage.Should there be any, do

not usethedevice and consultyour dealerfirst.

Important:



for the user to strictly follow the safety instructions and warnings in this user manual. Any damage caused
by mishandling is notsubject to warranty. The dealer will not accept responsibility forany resulting defects
orproblemscaused by disregarding this usermanual.

 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 cartoncontains the following items:

 Operatinginstructions
 LED BALLunit
 Chain
 M6 eyebolt

This device left our factory in perfect condition and well packaged. It is absolutely necessary

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

CAUT ION

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 magnitudeto constitute a risk of electricshock.
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:indooruseonly.
This symbol means:Readinstructions.

 To protecttheenvironment,please try to recyclethe packing materialasmuch as possible.
 To prevent fireor shock hazard, do not exposethis 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 causedamages.

 This unit is forindoor useonly.
 Don’t place metalobjects or spill liquid inside the unit. Electric shock or malfunction may result. If a foreign

object enterstheunit, immediatelydisconnectthe mains power.

 Prevent use in dusty environmentsand clean the unit regularly.
 Keep the unit away from children.
 Inexperiencedpersonsshould not operate this device.
 Maximum save ambienttemperature is40°C. Don’t use this unit athigher ambient temperatures.
 Make sure the area below the installation place is free from unwanted persons during rigging, de-rigging

andservicing.

 Always unplug the unit whenit isnotusedfor a longer timeor during servicing.
 The electrical installation should be carried out by qualified personal only, according to the regulations for

electricaland mechanicalsafety in your country.

 Check that the available voltage is not higher than the onestated on the rear panel oftheunit.
 The power cord should always be in perfectcondition: switch the unit immediately off when the powercord

is squashed ordamaged.

 Never letthepower-cord comeinto contact with other cables!
 This fixture must be earthed to in ordercomply with safety regulations.
 Don’t connect the unitto any dimmer pack.
 Always use an appropriateand certified safety cablewheninstalling the unit.
 In order to prevent electric shock, do not open the cover. Apart from the mains fuse there are no user

serviceablepartsinside.

Never



repair a fuse or bypass the fuse holder.

type and electricalspecifications!

 In the event of serious operating problems,stop using the fixture and contactyour dealer immediately.
 The housing and the lenses mustbereplaced iftheyare visibly damaged.
 Pleaseuse theoriginal packing when the device is to betransported.
 Due to safety reasonsit is prohibited tomakeunauthorizedmodifications to the unit.

Important:

from epilepsy.

Never look directlyinto the light source! Don’t use the effectin the presence of persons suffering

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the top cover.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnelonly.

Always

replace a damaged fuse with a fuse of the same

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DESCRIPTION:

1. 30cm plasticdome

2. Plasticbase

3. 230V Mainscable

4. DMXin/outputcables with XLR connectors

5. 1m metalchain+metal eyebolt (included)

6. Automaticaddress button

7. Jack connectorforthe optional CA-8 controller

8. Pole mountadapter (optional)

9. Wall mount adapter(optional)

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION + ADDRESSING

Important: The electrical installation should be carried out by qualified personal only,
according tothe regulations for electricaland mechanicalsafety inyour country.

Electrical installationfor 1 standalone unit:

 Just insert themainscable. The unit starts workingimmediately in stand-alone mode

Remark:You can connect a CA-8 remotecontrollertothe unit if you want to have more control.

Electrical installationfor two or more unitsin master/slave:

 Connect 2 to maximum 16 units together using good quality balanced microphone cables (like for

example JB Systems ref. 7-0063). The unit that has no cable connected to its DMX-input will react as

“master”,theothers are the slave units.

 Make sure that allunits are connected to the mains.
 Done!

Remark: You can connect a CA-8 remote controller to the master unit if you want to have more control
over the master/slave operation. You can also connect the LEDCON 01 remote controller, in this case all
units will respondequally (allunitshave the samecolor)

Electrical installation for twoor more units inDMX-mode:

 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 units with a good
quality balanced cable (ex. JB
Systems ref.7-0063).

 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.
Neveruse Y-splittercables, this simply won’t work!

 Make sure that allunits are connected to the mains.
 Each light effect in the chain needs to have its proper starting address so it knows

which commands from the controller it has to decode. In the next section you will
learn how tosetthe DMX addresses.

How to setthe DMXaddresses:

There are 2 waystoset the DMX-address oftheunits

A. Setting individual DMX-addressesper projector:

 Make sure the DMX cables of all units areconnected.
 Connect thefirst unit to a universal DMXcontroller.
 Connect allunitstothe mains so they areswitchedon.
 Set all DMX-channels on your DMX-controller to zero(value 000).
 Set the DMX-channel, that you want to assign as DMX-start address on you projector, tot

maximum (value255)

 Press the “Auto DMXaddress”button (6) on theprojector shortly.
 If you want to set another projector to the same DMX-start address, simply press it’s “Auto DMX

address” button (6) and it will receivethe same address.

 Done!

An example tomake things clear:

We will settheDMX startaddress ofa projectorto 106:

 Connect the projector to the DMX-controller as described above and make sure all is switched

on.

 Set all DMX-channels on the controllerto zero (000)
 Now set DMX-channel106 to maximum (255)
 Press the “AutoDMX address” button (6) on theprojector shortly.
 Done!  Your projectornow has DMXaddress 106!

B. Automatic DMX-addressing, startingfrom anygivenstart address:

To save a lot of time (imagine the time it takes to set the DIP switches of 16 units…) you can set the
DMX addresses of all units in the DMX-chain just by the push of a button. No need to calculate the
starting addressofeach individual unit, this will be donefor you!

 Make sure the DMX cables of all units areconnected.
 Connectthe first unit to a universal DMX controller.
 Connect allunitstothe mains so they areswitchedon.
 Set all DMX-channels on your DMX-controller to zero(value 000).
 Set the DMX-channel, that you want to assign as DMX-start address on you projector, tot

maximum(value255)

 Press the “Auto DMX address”button (6) on thefirstprojector in the chain forabout 5seconds.
 Done!  The first projector in the chain will receive the DMX-start address you chose and it will

automatically calculate andprogram the DMX addressesof all the otherunits in the DMX-chain!

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An exampleto make things clear:

We want to set the DMX-addresses of 16 units, the DMX start address of the first projector must
be 202:

 Connect all projectors to the DMX-controlleras described above and make sure all are switched

on.

 Set all DMX-channels on the controllerto zero (000)
 Now setDMX-channel202 tomaximum(255)
 Press the “AutoDMX address” button (6) on the first projectorinthechain forabout 5seconds.
 Done!  The first projector in the chain will receive DMX-start address 202 and it will

automatically calculate and program the DMX addresses of all the other units in the DMX-chain!
This means that the 2ndprojector automatically receives address 206, the 3rdhas address 210,
…, until the16thprojectorwho automaticallyreceives start address262.

You justprogrammed16 projectors,this took youabout10seconds!!!

Remark: you can mix the units with other DMX-effects that don’t have the automatic DMX­addressing option. In that case you still have to set the DMX-addresses of these DMX-effects
manually!

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
shouldbe used, the installeddevice should beinspected regularly for safety.

 Make sure the area below the installation place is free from unwanted persons during rigging, de-rigging

andservicing.

 The device should be installed out of reach of peopleand 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 12times 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 20cmif the main attachment fails.

 The device shouldbe well fixed.
 The operatorhas to make sure that thesafety-relating andmachine-technical installationsare approved by

an expert beforeusing them for thefirst time. The installations should be inspected every yearby a skilled
person to be sure that safetyis stilloptimal.

 3 differentfixing methods are possible:

 Fixedto ceiling or truss (1m chain included)
 Wall fixing (optionalwalladapter available)
 Pole mount (optional adapter for polesup to D=60mmavailable)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

A. Standalone1unit:

 Just connect the unit to the mains and put on some music. The unit will start working automatically to

the rhythm ofthe music.

Remark: Youcanconnect aCA-8remotecontrollertothe unit if you want tohave morecontrol.

B. Twoor more unitsinmaster/slave setup:

 Connect 2 to maximum 16 units together. Refer to the chapter “electrical installation” to learn how to

do this (don’t forgettoaddress all units properly!)

 Connect all units to the mains and put on some music. The units will start working automaticallyto the

rhythm ofthe music and show the internalchaseprograms.

Remark: You can connect a CA-8 remote controller to the master unit if you want to have more control
over themaster/slaveoperation.

C. Connect theoptional CA-8 controller formore control:

The CA-8 controller can only be used in standalone or master/slave mode. Connect the controller to the
CA-8input of the first unit (master). Now you can controlallthe connected units:

When you use this LEDPROJECTORwith a CA-8 controller andyou select MANUAL mode

(mode LED= ON),the projector reminds thelast setting used with controller, even after

disconnectingthe controller and/or the mains voltage. If you don’t want this,make sure to

select another working mode (mode LED mustblink or off) before you unplugthe

BUTTON ACTIONS

STANDBY Toblackout allthefixtures

Strobe

1.Synchronousstrobe

FUNCTION

MODE

in whitecolor

2.The samecolor
chase

3.Differentcolor
strobe

Sound 1

(LED OFF)

D. Controlledby universal DMX-controller:

 Connect all units together. Refer to

the chapter “Electrical installation for
two or more units in DMX-mode” to
learn how to do this (don’t forget to
addressallunits properly!)

 Connect all units to the mains and

turn on the DMX controller.
Since each unit has its own DMX­address, you can control them
individually. Remember that each unit
uses 4 DMX-channels as shown in the
DMX chart.

IMPORTANTREMARK:

controller.

9 Colorselect

WhiteRed
BluePurple
OrangeGreen
YellowMagenta

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Manual

(LED ON)

Cyan

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Color Chase

1. Thesame color

2. Differentcolor

3. Onelight chase

4. Twolights chase

5. Fourlights chase

Sound 2

(LED slow blinking)

Color Fade

1. Fastspeed

2.Middle speed

3. Slowspeed

Auto

(LED fast blinking)

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MAINTENANCE

 Make sure the areabelowthe installation placeis freefrom unwanted persons during servicing.
 Switch off the unit and unplug themains cable.

During inspection the following points shouldbe 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 anopticalpartis visibly damaged due to cracks ordeep scratches,it must be replaced.
 The mains cables must be in impeccable condition and should be replaced immediately when even a

small problemis detected.

 The cleaning ofexternal optics must be carried outperiodically to optimizelight output.Cleaning frequency

depends on the environment in which the fixture operates:damp, smoky or particularly dirty surroundings
can cause greateraccumulation of dirt onthe unit’s optics.

 Clean withasoft cloth using normalglasscleaningproducts.
 Always dry the parts carefully.
 Clean the external opticsat least once every 30 days.

SPECIFICATIONS

Mains Input: AC100V~240V 50/60Hz
Fuse: 250V 2A slow blow(20mmglass)
SoundControl: Internalmicrophone
DMXconnections: XLR3pin
LEDs: 91 highpower LEDs (R31 + G30 + B30)
Size: seedrawingbelow
Weight: 1,5kg

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CARACTERISTIQUES

Cet appareil ne produit pas d’interférences radio. Il répond aux exigences nationales et européennes. La
conformité a été établieet les déclarations et documentscorrespondants ont été déposés par le fabricant.
 Cet appareil a été conçu pour la production d’effets lumière décoratifs et est utilisé dans des spectacles

lumineux.

 LED-BALL Stylée RGB 30cmcontenant 91LEDsdehaute puissance.
 Beaucoup d’applications possible:discothèques,DJs, compagnies delocation, expositions, ...
 Changementde couleurRGB très fluide grâceàla hautefréquence de l’électronique du variateur.
 Différents modes de fonctionnement:

 Fonctionnement autonome: automatique ou changement des couleurs synchronisé avec la musique

(commandeà distance CA-8en option possible)
 Mode maître/esclave:jusqu’à 16 appareils peuvent êtresutilisés ensemble pour un superbe spectacle

lumière préprogrammé et synchronisé avec la musique. (commande à distance CA-8 en option

possible)
 Contrôlé par DMX (4canaux: R, G, B + Variateur/stroboscope) par n’importe quel contrôleur DMX

standard.

 Adressage DMX innovateur et extrêmement rapide:

 AdressageDMXtrèsfacile desprojecteurs individuels par n’importequel contrôleur DMX standard !
 Adressage DMX extrêmementrapidedeplusieurs projecteurs (calcul automatique des adressesDMX)

 Prêt pour un usageimmédiat, tous les câbles sontdéjà reliés!
 Différentespossibilités d’installationpour uneflexibilité maximale:

 Chaînestandard inclus (voir : Boules à facettes)
 Adaptateur en option pourun montagesur poteau.
 Adaptateur en optionpour un montagesur mur.

 Technologielonguedurée de vie desLEDs: >50.000heures!

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AVANT UTILISATION

 Avant d’utiliser cet appareil, assurez-vous de l’absence de dommage lié au transport. En cas

d’endommagement,n’utilisez pas l’appareiletcontactezlevendeur.

 Important: Cet appareil a quitté notre usine en parfaite condition et bien emballé. Il est primordial que

l’utilisateur suive les instructions de sécurité et avertissements inclus dans ce manuel. La garantie ne
s’applique pas en cas de dommage lié à une utilisation incorrecte. Le vendeur ne prend pas la
responsabilité des défauts ou de tout problème résultant du fait de n’avoir pas tenu compte des mises en
garde decemanuel.

 Conservez ce manuel dans un endroit sûr pour toute consultation future. Si vous vendez l’appareil,

assurez-vous d’y joindre cemanuel également.

Vérifiez lecontenu:

Vérifiezsi l’emballagecontient les articles suivants:

 Mode d'emploi
 Appareil LED BALL
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