KAM Energy SD1 Instruction Manual

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MANUAL VERSION 2 .0

29- 05- 14

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Due to continuous product development, specifications and appearance are subject to change.

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Energy SD1

Powerful colour animation laser

Thank you for purchasing this Kam product, we are sure that it will serve you for many years to come.

To optimise it’s performance, please read these instructions carefully to familiarise yourself with the basic operations of the unit.
Please retain them for future reference.This unit has been tested at the factory before being shipped to you. To prevent or reduce
the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To prevent a fire hazard, do not expose the unit to
any naked flame sources. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or if it is unlikely to be used for long periods of time.

When installing the unit, please ensure you leave enough space around the unit for ventilation. Slots and openings in the unit are
provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire hazard, the
openings should never be blocked or covered.

The unit is powered by the mains, always handle the power cable by the plug. Never pull out the plug by pulling on the cable.
Never touch the power cable when your hands are wet as this could cause an electric shock. Do not tie a knot in the cable. The
power cable should be placed such that it is not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cable can cause a fire or give you an
electrical shock. Check the power cord periodicaly, if you ever find that it is damaged, replace it before using the unit again.
Contact your retailer for a replacement.

The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area
where this unit is to be used meets the requirements of the unit.

The lightning flash symbol inside a triangle is to alert the user to the presence high voltage within the unit’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient power to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons. Caution: to prevent the risk of electric
shock, do not attempt to open the unit. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. The exclamation mark inside a triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating
and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Please read and pay attention to all laser
safety warning sticker labels on the unit.

LASER RADIATION
AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO
DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION

CLASS 4 LASER PRODUCT

CAUTION - CLASS 4 LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN

AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO
DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION

AVOID EXPOSURE -

LASER RADIATION IS EMITTED

FROM THIS APERTURE

Select the installation location of your unit carefully. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or locations subject to vibration and
excessive dust. Do not use the unit where there are extremes in temperature (below 41ºF / 5ºC or exceeding 95ºF / 35ºC).

Unpacking and safety Please unpack your new product carefully. Your new product should reach you in perfect condition.
Please check that no damage has occurred during transit. If any damage is found, do not operate your unit. Please contact the
retailer you purchased it from immediately. If there is any damage to the mains cable do not use the device. Always disconnect
the unit from the mains supply when carrying out any cleaning of the unit.

Manufacturer declarations

In compliance with the following requirements: RoHS Directive (2002/95/EU) and WEEE Directive (2002/96/EU).
If this product is ever no longer functional please take it to a recycling plant for environmentally friendly disposal.

CE declaration of conformity

R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EU), EMC Directive (2004/108/EU), Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EU).
The declarations are available on application from [e-mail]
Before putting the devices into operation, please observe the respective country-specific regulations.

This manual contains important laser system safety and operation information. Read and understand all instructions prior to
powering on the laser unit the first time to avoid eye injury and to avoid breaking the law. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future reference. Lasers can be hazardous and have unique safety considerations. Permanent eye injury and blindness is
possible if lasers are used incorrectly. Pay close attention to each safety WARNING statement in this manual.

Please refer to the Kam Class 4 Laser Product Safety Guide for more information on laser safety issues.

Laser safety warnings…

Potential laser injury hazard exists with this product! Please read these instructions carefully, which include important information
about installation, safe use and service!

Caution Avoid direct eye contact with laser light. Never intentionally expose your eyes or others to direct laser radiation.

Caution This laser product can potentially cause instant eye injury or blindness if laser light directly strikes the eyes.

Caution It is illegal and dangerous to shine this laser into audience areas.

Caution It is illegal and dangerous to shine any laser at aircraft.

Caution Operating procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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 required extensive experience. Working load limits should be respected,
certified installation materials should be used, the installed unit 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 unit 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 of areas where persons may walk by or be seated.
! Before rigging make sure that the installation area can hold minimum point load of 10 times the device`s weight.
! The device should be well fixed; a free swinging mounting is dangerous.
! Do not cover any ventilation opening as this may result in overheating

Before first time use, the unit should be inspected for safety. Inspection the unit regularly every year.

AC power

The unit is supplied with a power plug appropriate to its voltage. Should any other connections be required they must be carried
out with the following configuration:

Cable (EU)

Cable (US)

Pin

International

Brown

Black

Live

L

Light blue

White

Neutral

N

Yellow/green

Green

Earth

DMX-512 connection

If you are using a standard DMX controller, you can connect the DMX output of the controller directly to the DMX input of the first
unit in a DMX chain. If you wish to connect a DMX controller with other XLR outputs you will need to use adapter cables.

1 = Shield
DMX output 2 = Signal (-) DMX input
3 = Signal (+)

Connect the DMX output of the first unit in a DMX chain with the DMX input of the next unit in the chain. Always connect the the
output of one unit with the input of the next unit until all units are connected.

If you use a controller with 5 pin DMX connection you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter.

Caution at the unit, the DMX cable has to be terminated with a terminator. Solder a 120 Ohm resistor
between Signal (-) and Signal (+) into a 3-pin XLR connector and plug this into the DMX output of the
last unit in the chain.

Front panel functions

Number

Feature

Function

1

Power indicator LED

Illuminates red when the unit is turned on to show the unit is powered up.

2

Sound indicator LED

Flashes when an audio signal is received by the built-in microphone for reference.

3

Laser output aperture

The laser light is emmited from here. Never look directly into the hole when the unit is on.

4

Handle bracket

Adjustable handle for carrying the unit and for mounting.

5

Handle adjustment

Adjusts the angle of the handle bracket.

6

Safety chain eyelets

Attach safety chains to these eyelets when mounting the unit.

Rear panel functions

Number

Feature

Function

1

Power switch

Turns the unit on or off when connected to the mains power supply.

2

Power supply input

Attach the mains cable here. Built-in fuse and spare fuse.

3

Key switch

Even when powered up, the unit will not operate without the key inserted and turned to on.

4

Information display

Menu display to control and select the software from an inserted SD card.

5

SD card input

Slot for inserting an SD card.

6

DMX input/output

3 pin XLR connectors for DMX communication

7

Remote connect

Safety connector (optional) used to turn the unit of immediately.

8

Image zoom knob

Controls the projected laser image size from 5% to 100%.

9

Menu control knob

Rotate the control knob to adjust the menu. Press to select/confirm/exit/etc.

10

ILDA through

Standard ILDA interface. Used to connect to other ILDA lasers.

11

ILDA input

Standard ILDA interface. Automatically switches between the internal program and ILDA.

12

Microphone

Receives audio signal for use in Sound-to-Light mode.