KAM iLink RGY, Kam iLink GBC, Kam iLink RBP, Kam iLink Blue 500 Instruction Manual

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Kam iLink RGY | Kam iLink GBC | Kam iLink RBP | Kam iLink Blue 500

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MANUAL VERSION 1.0

01- 02- 12

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Kam products are manufactured by: Lamba plc, Unit 1, Southfields Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom LU6 3EJ

Telephone: (+44) (0)1582 690600 • Fax: (+44) (0)1582 690400 • Email: [e-mail] • Web: www.lambaplc.com

Due to continuous product development, specifications and appearance are subject to change. © Copyright Lamba plc 2012. E&OE.

iLink laser series

Linkable colour DMX laser effects

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

To optimise the performance of this product, please read these operating instructions carefully to familiarise
yourself with the basic operations of this 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.

If 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 required written on 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.

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),
and Battery Directive (2006/66/EU). If this product is ever no longer functional please take it to a recycling plant
for environmentally friendly disposal. Any supplied batteries can also be recycled.

CE declaration of conformity

Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EU). The declarations are available on application from
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Before putting the devices into operation, please observe the respective country-specific regulations.

Warning
This unit contains high power laser devices. Do not open the laser housing due to potential exposure to
unsafe levels of laser radiation

The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of this manual
or any unauthorized modification to the device.

Front and rear panels

1 Power LED Indicates that the fixture is switched on
2 Music LED Synchronises to any detected music/sound signal
3 Remote receiver Remote controller signal receiver
4 Power switch Use to power On or Off the unit
5 Fuse holder The replaceable fuse is held here
6 Mains power Power input With IEC socket and integrated fuse holder
7 DMX In/Out 3 pin male/female XLR connector
8 Key switch Insert the supplied safety key before being able to turn the laser On or Off
9 Safety eyelet Used to attach a safety cable/chain when the fixture is rigged
10 Control panel LED display and operation control buttons
12 Microphone Used to detect the music/sound signal

Control and function

Regular breaks during operation are essential to maximise the life of this device as it is not designed for continual
use. Always unplug the unit when it is not being used for long periods or before servicing. In the event of serious
operation problems, stop using the unit and contact your dealer immediately. Note: There will output from the laser
5 seconds after the unit is powered on.

Operation (via control buttons on rear of unit)

Single colour Kam iLink lasers

Three colour Kam iLink lasers

Auto Show / Stand Alone mode (Aut)

1 Press the function button (Func) to enter Mode options
2 Press the function button until the LED panel shows Aut
3 Press the Enter button to confirm the setting
The laser will now be working in Auto Show / Stand Alone mode

Sound Activated / Sound-to-Light / Stand Alone mode (Sou)

1 Press the function button (Func) to enter Mode options
2 Press the function button until the LED panel shows Sou
3 Press the Enter button to confirm the setting
The laser will now be working in Sound Activated / Sound-to-Light / Stand Alone mode

Sound-to-Light / microphone sensitivity setting

1 Press the function button (Func) to enter Mode options
2 Press the function button until the LED panel shows S 6
3 Press the Up or Down buttons to adjust the microphone sensitivity
4 S 1 = low sensitivity / S 9 = high sensitivity / S 0 = mic is turned off
5 Press the Enter button to confirm the setting

DMX mode

1 Press the function button (Func) to enter Mode options
2 Press the function button until the LED panel shows 001
3 Press the Enter button to confirm the setting or change the address using the Up and Down buttons
4 Press the Enter button to confirm the setting
The laser will now be working in DMX mode

DMX mode / DMX address setting

1 Ensure the unit is in DMX mode (see above)
2 Press the Up or Down buttons to adjust the DMX address
3 Press the Enter button to confirm the setting

If multiple connected units are to be controlled in exactly the same way, set all units to the same starting address
(e.g. 001). If individual control of multiple connected units is required, each unit must have its own starting address.
This address must be at least 10 channels apart e.g. set the first unit to 001 and the second unit to 011, the third
unit to 021 and so on. The DMX controller will now control all the connected units separately.

Master/Slave mode

1 Press the function button (Func) to enter Mode options
2 Press the function button until the LED panel shows SLA
3 Press the Enter button to confirm the setting
The laser will now be working in Slave mode

To create a Master/Slave chain of units, one laser has to be designated as the Master unit whilst the remaining
units have to be set as Slave units. To set the Master unit, choose one laser and set it to your desired mode (Auto
mode, Sound-to-Light mode, etc). Next connect all other units via DMX cables. To achieve this, join the DMX
output of one unit to the next unit’s DMX input until all lasers are connected. Set all the Slave units to Slave mode
(see above). The Slave lasers will now duplicate the actions of the Master unit.

Operation (via IR remote control unit)
Remote Control mode

1 Press the function button (Func) on the rear of the laser to enter Mode options
2 Press the function button until the LED panel shows rEN
3 Press the Enter button to confirm the setting
The laser will now be working in Remote Control mode

To set the laser to Remote Control mode via the IR remote control unit, press the On/Off button (red button A) for
two seconds whilst the laser in any mode (except rEN or SLA modes).

A On/Off button Press button to turn laser On or Off
B Music mode Press button to activate Sound-to-Light mode
To set adjust the mic sensitivity, press Music and B buttons
Use the 0-9 digit buttons to increase or decrease sensitivity
C Auto mode Press button to activate Auto mode
D/E Colour buttons Press buttons to cycle through laser’s available colours
F Pause button Press button to pause the laser effect
G Pattern buttons Press the A and C buttons to change the laser patterns
Use the 0-9 digit buttons to choose any pattern from 1 to 48
H Pattern repeat Press button to cycle repeat the last and current patterns

Any control or setting in Remote Mode will be saved in RAM, until the unit is turned off.

DMX protocol for one colour lasers

Channel

Value

Function

Channel 1 - mode

000-063

Laser black out

064-127

Auto show

128-191

Sound activated show (music)

192-255

DMX mode (other channels activated)

Channel 2 - patterns

000-255

32 patterns as shown in pattern list (see below)

Channel 3 - zooming

000-127

100%-5% size

128-169

Zooming in

170-209

Zooming out

210-255

Zooming in and out

Channel 4 – Y axis rolling
000-127

0-359 degree fixed Y axis rolled

128-191

Clockwise rolling

192-255

Anticlockwise rolling

Channel 5 – X axis rolling
000-127

0-359 degree fixed X axis rolled

128-191

Clockwise rolling

192-255

Anticlockwise rolling

Channel 6 – Z axis rotating
000-127

0-359 degree fixed Z axis rotate

128-191

Clockwise rotating

192-255

Anticlockwise rotating

Channel 7 – X axis rotating
000-127

128 different fixed position on X

128-191

Clockwise moving

192-255

Anticlockwise moving

Channel 8 – Y axis moving
000-127

128 different fixed position on Y

128-191

Clockwise moving

192-255

Anticlockwise moving

DMX protocol for multi colour lasers

Channel

Value

Function

Channel 1 - mode

000-029

Automatic show with original preprogrammed colour

030-059

Auto show with colour 1

060-089

Auto show with colour 2

090-119

Auto show with colour 3

120-149

Sound activated show with original preprogrammed colour

150-179

Sound activated show with colour 1

180-209

Sound activated show with colour 2

210-239

Sound activated show with colour 3

240-255

DMX mode

Channel 2 - patterns

000-255

32 patterns as shown in pattern list (see below)

Channel 3 - colour

000-024

Blackout

025-049

Original preprogrammed colour

050-074

Colour 1

075-099

Colour 2

100-124

Colour 3

125-149

Alternate colour 1 and colour 2

150-174

Alternate colour 2 and colour 3

175-199

Alternate colour 1 and colour 3

200-224

Alternate colour 1, colour 2 and colour 3

225-255

Colour rolling

Channel 4 – colour speed
000-004

Stop

005-255

Slow > fast

Channel 5 - zooming

000-127

100%-5% size

128-169

Zooming in

170-209

Zooming out

210-255

Zooming in and out

Channel 6 – X axis moving
000-127

128 different fixed position on X

128-191

Clockwise moving

192-255

Anticlockwise moving

Channel 7 – Y axis moving
000-127

128 different fixed position on Y

128-191

Clockwise moving

192-255

Anticlockwise moving

Channel 8 – Y axis rolling
000-127

0-359 degree fixed Y axis rolling

128-191

Clockwise rolling

192-255

Anticlockwise rolling

Channel 9 – X axis rolling
000-127

0-359 degree fixed X axis rolling

128-191

Clockwise rolling

192-255

Anticlockwise rolling

Channel 10 – Z axis rotating
000-127

0-359 degree fixed Z axis rotating

128-191

Clockwise rotating

192-255

Anticlockwise rotating

Pattern list in channel 2

Specifications

Kam iLink Blue 500 490mW 450nm blue
Kam iLink RGY 100mW red / 40mW green colour mixed to yellow
Kam iLink RBP 100mW red / 80mW blue colour mixed to pink
Kam iLink GBC 40mW green / 80mW blue colour mixed to cyan
Mains input/total power AC100-240V, 50/60Hz / 12w
Fuse 250V 1A slow blow (20mm glass)
Sound control Internal microphone
Laser classification Class 3B
Laser safety standard EN60825-1 2007
Working temperature 10~40˚C
DMX connections 3 pin XLR male and female
DMX channels 8 (single colour iLink lasers) / 10 (multi colour iLink lasers)
Dimensions (WxHxD) 165 x 80 x 145mm (main unit not inc hanging bracket)
Nett weight 1.5Kg
Red laser medium LD GaAlAs 650nm, typical
Green laser medium DPSS Nd:YVO4, 532nm
Blue laser medium LD GeAs 450nm, typical
Beam diameter <5mm at aperture
Pulse data All pulses < 4Hz (>0.25sec)
Divergence (each beam) <2 mrad
Divergence (total light) <90 degrees

Due to continuous product development, specifications and appearance are subject to change. © Copyright Lamba plc 2012. E&OE.