KAM KMH SERIES Instruction Manual

MANUAL VERSION 1.0

05- 11- 14

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Kam KMH

Moving head lighting series

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.

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.

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 = ground 2 = minus signal (-) 3 = plus 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.

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.

Overview

There are currently three different units in the Kam KMH series. These are the quad moving head KMH4, the dual head KMH2
and the single head KMH1.

The KMH series have been designed to link together in Master/Slave mode. Whether you have a four head, a two head or a
single head unit, each of the individual moving heads can be accessed and operated as a single unit using the built-in settings, or
via a DMX controller or DMX software. You will notice that each moving head has its own blue LED display and set of function
buttons. Operation and selection of the correct mode for each head is very important to get the units to run in the way that you
want them to perform.

In simple terms, the individual heads can be operated in either Master/Slave mode (where all heads perform in exactly the same
way) or in individual DMX mode (where each moving head is controlled separately).

After connecting your Kam Moving Head unit to the mains, use the Function Setting menu on the unit to set the operating mode.