7.1 Starting and stopping the device............................................................................................... 33
7.2 Main menu.......................................................................................................................................... 34
7.3 Menu overview................................................................................................................................. 39
7.4 Functions in operating mode ‘DMX’......................................................................................... 40
11Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 57
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General notes
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General notes
This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device, include the manual for
the next owner.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the
right to make changes without notice.
This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual.Symbols and signal words
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General notes
Signal wordMeaning
DANGER!This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates an immediate dangerous situation
that will result in death or serious injury if it is
not avoided.
WARNING!This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in death or serious injury if it is not
avoided.
NOTICE!This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in material and environmental
damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signsType of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
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Warning signsType of danger
Warning – laser radiation.
Warning – suspended load.
Warning – danger zone.
General notes
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Safety instructions
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Intended use
Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used for the projection of laser light effects. It has been designed
exclusively for show applications. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any
other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result
in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from
improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
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Safety instructions
Laser safety basics
Laser safety requirements are based on DIN EN 60825-1. The corresponding accident preven‐
tion regulation of the Accident Prevention and Insurance Association in Germany is BGV-B2.
This device contains a class-4 laser. It is equipped with a safety key. Always remove the key
when the device is not attended by a trained operator.
As an operator you are responsible for the safety of all persons present. Familiarize yourself
with the laser safety regulations that apply in your country. To ensure safe operation, it is
important to pay attention to the following instructions.
Prior to commissioning, the company/operator must appoint a qualified person as laser pro‐
tection officer in writing and notify the operation of the laser equipment to the Accident Pre‐
vention and Insurance Association and to the authority responsible for occupational safety. In
the event of public use, the complete laser equipment must be approved by an expert (e. g.
the Technical Control Board TÜV) prior to commissioning.
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Safety instructions
Safety
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside
Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never
remove any covers.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
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Safety instructions
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐
tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so
could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐
tered electrician.
DANGER!
Laser radiation – avoid exposure to beam
The device contains a class-4 laser, classified according to EN 60825-1. Do not
look into the laser beam. The laser beam can injure your eyes when you directly
look into it. Do not expose yourself to the laser beam. The laser beam can cause
skin burns.
In this context take extreme care when using converging optical instruments.
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Safety instructions
WARNING!
Eye damage caused by high light intensity
Never look directly into the light source.
WARNING!
Risk of epileptic shock
Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons
should avoid looking at strobe lights.
NOTICE!
Laser radiation – risk of fire
Keep the area exposed to laser radiation free from flammable substances.
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Safety instructions
NOTICE!
Risk of fire
Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots. Do not place the device near
any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames.
NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.
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Safety instructions
NOTICE!
Power supply
Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches
the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual
current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and
possibly injure the user.
Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long
periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
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Features
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Features
This showlaser is specially suited for discos, clubs, bars, stages, etc. Because of the DMX control
and the ILDA interface, it can be easily integrated into the light show. The high scanner fre‐
quency allows even the display of moving images.
Special features of this device:
n Control via DMX (13 channels), ILDA interface and via buttons and display on the unit
n Built-in automatic show programmes
n Sound control
n Master / slave mode
n 68 different patterns
n Optical scanner (30 kpps)
n Shows can be stored on commercially available SD memory cards
n Three laser diodes (red, green, blue)
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Installation
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Installation
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the
equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture during
transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable
for transport or storage, respectively.
You can install the device on the wall, ceiling or floor. A mounting bracket and the necessary
screws are included in the package.
DANGER!
Laser radiation
During installation, you have to follow the instructions given here: Ä Chapter 2
‘Safety instructions’ on page 8.
To avoid unintended laser radiation, remove the safety switch before you start
the installation of the device.
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Installation
WARNING!
Stray laser radiation
Inadequately secured additional components may cause stray laser radiation.
Make sure that all additional components are adequately secured.
WARNING!
Laser radiation – safety switch required
The laser beam must be defeatable any time during operation, to avoid hazards
by faults, unsafe operation conditions, or disturbance within the audience.
Therefore you have to connect a safety switch (emergency shut off) to the unit, by
which you can switch off the laser any time even from a remote observation point
(e.g. FOH position).
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Installation
WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling objects
Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply
in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment,
such as a safety cable or a safety chain.
NOTICE!
Risk of overheating
The distance between the light output and the illuminated surface must be more
than 0.5 m (19.7 in).
Always ensure sufficient ventilation.
The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F).
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Safety switch (emergency shut‐
down)
Installation
Connect the optional remote-control safety switch to the socket (7) of the device. An adapter
for switches with phone plug is included. If you press the switch, the laser beam is switched off
immediately. To unlock the switch and resume operation, turn the knob clockwise.
ILDA interface
You can connect laser control units, that generate signals as standardized by the International
Laser Display Association to the ILDA input. The ILDA output of the unit can be connected to
other laser devices.
The ILDA interfaces are designed as 25-pin D-sub connectors. The drawing and table below
show the pin assignment.
1X+
2Y+
3Intensity+
4Locking (Interlock) A
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5R+
6G+
7B+
8User-defined signal 1+
9User-defined signal 2+
10User-defined signal 3+
11User-defined signal 4+
12Return signal from the unit
13Shutter
14X–
15Y–
16Intensity–
17Locking (Interlock) B
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18R–
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19G–
20B–
21User-defined signal 1–
22User-defined signal 2–
23User-defined signal 3–
24User-defined signal 4–
25Ground
Installation
DMX connections
The unit offers a 3-pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3-pin XLR plug for DMX input. Please
refer to the drawing and table below for pin assignment.
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Installation
1Ground, shielding
2DMX data (–)
3DMX data (+)
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Starting up
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Starting up
Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible highquality cables for all connections.
DANGER!
Laser radiation
When starting up the device, you have to follow the instructions given here:
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Chapter 2 ‘Safety instructions’ on page 8.
NOTICE!
Possible data transmission errors
For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐
nary microphone cables.
Never connect the DMX output to audio devices such as mixers or amplifiers.
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Starting up
Connections in DMX mode
Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX
device. Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second one, and so on
to form a daisy chain. Always ensure that the output of the last DMX device in the daisy chain
is terminated with a resistor (110 Ω, ¼ W).
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Starting up
DMX indicator
Connections in master/slave
mode
In DMX operating mode, the word ‘signal’ appears in the display. If the word is flashing, no
DMX signal is received. Maybe the DMX controller isn't switched on or there's an error in the
cabling. If the word ‘signal’ lights up constantly, the device receives a valid DMX signal.
When you configure a group of devices in master/slave mode, the first unit will control the
other units for an automatic, sound-activated, synchronized show. This function is ideal when
you want to start a show immediately. Connect the DMX output of the master device to the
DMX input of the first slave device. Then connect the DMX output of the first slave device to
the DMX input of the second slave device and so on.
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Components and functions
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Front panel
Components and functions
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1 POWER LED
Indicates that the unit is switched on.
2 MUSIC LED
Indicates that a sound signal is received.
3 Laser aperture.
4 Hanging bracket.
5 Locking screw for the bracket.
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Components and functions
Rear panel
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6Fans.
7LOCK
Safety key switch to turn the laser output on or off.
8REMOTE
Connection for an optional emergency shutdown switch. An adapter for switches with phone plug is included.
9Safety eye.
10IEC chassis connector for the mains cable. Beneath, the proper operating voltage is indicated.
11Main switch.
12Operating panel.
13INPUT
DMX input.
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Components and functions
14SD memory card slot.
15OUTPUT
DMX output.
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Operating panel
Components and functions
16Display.
17MIC LED
Microphone for operating mode ‘Sound controlled’.
18R, G, B LEDs
Function indicator for red, green and blue laser.
19ILDA
Indicates the condition of the ILDA connection. Green: connected; red: not con‐
nected.
20ILDA INPUT
25-pin D-sub connector to connect a controller with ILDA interface.
21ILDA THROUGH
25-pin D-sub connector to connect further devices.
22Rotary control Y-Size
Controls the vertical extent of the laser show.
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Components and functions
23Rotary control X-Size
Controls the horizontal extent of the laser show.
24Rotary control MUSIC
Controls the response characteristic of the built-in microphone.
25[FUNC] button
Opens the main menu.
26[UP] button
Increases the indicated value by one.
27[DOWN] button
Decreases the indicated value by one.
28[ENTER] button
Selects an option of the respective operating mode.
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7.1
Starting
Operation
Starting and stopping the device
Carry out the following steps to take the unit into operation:
1.Check to see whether all laser safety precautions have been taken. Make sure that
nobody is in range of the laser beam.
2.Insert the safety key into the lock (7).
3.If not already done, connect the device to a mains power outlet (10).
4.Turn the unit on using the main switch (11). After a few seconds, the fan and the motors
start to work. The display shows the current operating mode. The unit is now opera‐
tional.
5.Turn the safety key (7) into the ‘ON’ position to turn the laser beam on.
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Operation
Stopping
Main menu
7.2
Carry out the following steps to stop the unit:
1.Turn the safety key (7) into the ‘OFF’ position to turn the laser beam off and pull the key
off. Keep the safety key in a safe place.
2.Turn the unit off using the main switch (11).
3.Additionally, you can disconnect the device from the power supply (10).
Press [FUNC] to activate the main menu and select one of the operation modes.
When the display is flashing, use the [UP] and [DOWN] buttons to change the respectively
shown value. When the display shows the desired value, press [ENTER]. To discard all changes
and exit back to the main menu press [FUNC] or wait a minute.
All previous settings are saved even if you disconnect the device from the mains power supply
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Operation
Operating mode ‘Auto show’
Press [FUNC] repeatedly until the display shows ‘MODE: AUTO SHOW 1’ . The device operates in
stand alone mode and displays a preprogrammed show, that can be controlled by the built-in
microphone, if desired. Use [UP] and [DOWN] buttons to select one of the preprogrammed
shows listed in the table below. Press [ENTER] to save the value and to start operation in ‘Auto
Show’ mode.
DisplayShow
AUTO SHOW 1Automatic show type 1: ‘Hot and fast’
AUTO SHOW 2Automatic show type 2: ‘Slow and gentle’
MUSIC SHOW 1No function
MUSIC SHOW 2No function
The laser is switched off, if a sound-controlled show is selected, but the microphone doesn't
receive any sound.
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Operation
Operating mode ‘SD show’
Operating mode ‘DMX’
Press [FUNC] repeatedly until the display shows ‘MODE: SD SHOW dir’ . If there's a SD memory
card with stored show programmes in the card slot (14), you can select a directory on the
memory card using the [UP] and [DOWN] buttons. If the name of the desired directory appears
in the display, press [ENTER] to confirm.
Now you can determine, whether the device should run a single ILDA show (based on a *.ild
file) or a preprogrammed show (based on a *.prg file). Use the [UP] and [DOWN] buttons to
toggle between ‘MODE: SD: PRG SHOW’ and ‘MODE: SD: ILD SHOW’. Then press [ENTER] to con‐
firm.
Now you can choose the file to be played from the current directory. Press [UP] or [DOWN] until
the desired name appears in the display, then press [ENTER] to confirm.
The unit now starts running the show from the selected file in an endless loop.
Press [FUNC] repeatedly until the display shows ‘MODE: DMX’ , then press [ENTER]. Now you can
adjust the number of the first DMX channel (DMX address) used by the unit. Select a value
between 1 and 512 using the [UP] and [DOWN] buttons. Press [ENTER] to store the value and to
start operation in DMX mode.
Make sure that this number corresponds with the configuration of your DMX controller. As the
unit utilizes 13 DMX channels, the highest usable DMX start address is 500.
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Operation
Operating mode ‘Master/Slave’
Press [FUNC] repeatedly until the display shows ‘MODE: SLAVE’ . In this operation mode the unit
follows exactly the master device that it is connected to. Press [ENTER] to confirm and to start
operation in ‘Master/Slave’ mode.
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Operation
Settings menu
Press [FUNC] repeatedly until the display shows ‘MODE: SETTING’ . In this menu you can adjust
some features of the device. Use the [UP] and [DOWN] buttons to select the submenus avail‐
able.
Press [DOWN] repeatedly until the display shows ‘MODE: SETTING MIRROR’ . Press ‘ENTER’. Use
the [UP] and [DOWN] buttons to choose whether and how the laser beam should be mirrored:
n Mirroring on X- and Y-axis ( ‘SY: Y, SX: Y’ )
n Mirroring on Y-axis only ( ‘SY: Y, SX: N’ )
n Mirroring on X-axis only ( ‘SY: N, SX: Y’ )
n No mirroring ( ‘SY: N, SX: N’ )
Press [ENTER] to confirm and save the setting. Press [FUNC] to return to the submenu level.
Press [DOWN] repeatedly until the display shows ‘MODE: SETTING MUSIC’ , then press [ENTER].
This menu is used to set the response characteristic of the built-in microphone. Use the [UP]
and [DOWN] buttons to select a value between low and high sensitivity. The bargraph in the
display indicates the sensitivity. Press [ENTER] to confirm and save the setting. Press [FUNC] to
return to the submenu level.
Press [DOWN] repeatedly until the display shows ‘MODE: SETTING COLOR’ . In this menu you
can select the colours to be displayed. Use the [UP] and [DOWN] buttons to select, whether the
unit should only display white colour (‘SINGLE COLOR’ ), two colours (‘DOUBLE COLOR’) or all
colours (‘MULTICOLOR’ ). Press [ENTER] to confirm and save the setting. Press [FUNC] to return
to the submenu level.
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Operation
7.3
Menu overview
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Operation
7.4
Functions in operating mode ‘DMX’
ChannelValueFunction
1Operation mode selection
0…73Laser off
74…110PRG mode: playback of a preprogrammed show from a PRG file on the SD card
111…147ILD mode: playback of a preprogrammed show from a ILD file on the SD card
148…165Automatic show type 1
166…184Automatic show type 2
185…202Music-controlled automatic show type 1, microphone sensitivity must be set to a
value higher than zero.
203…221Music-controlled automatic show type 2, microphone sensitivity must be set to a
value higher than zero.
222…255Operating mode ‘DMX’: This setting enables the function of the other
DMX mode: strobe speed
0…10No strobe effect
11…199Strobe effect with increasing speed
200…255No function
4Movement on X-axis
0…125Fixed, adjustable position on X-axis
126…185Movement effect, increasing speed
186…225Movement effect, random speed
226…245Random position on X-axis
Operation
246…255No function
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Operation
ChannelValueFunction
5Movement on Y-axis
0…125Fixed, adjustable position on Y-axis
126…185Movement effect, increasing speed
186…225Movement effect, random speed
226…245Random position on Y-axis
246…255No function
6Zoom
0…10No zoom
11…100Fixed zoom
101…150Zoom-out effect, increasing speed
151…200Zoom-in effect, increasing speed
201…255Zoom-in and out effect, increasing speed
7Rotation around the Y-axis (rolling)
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ChannelValueFunction
0…10No rotation
11…110Fixed position of Y-axis
111…255Rotation effect, increasing speed
8Rotation around the X-axis (rolling)
0…10No rotation
11…110Fixed position of X-axis
111…255Rotation effect, increasing speed
9Rotation around the Z-axis (rolling)
0…180Fixed position of Z-axis
181…217Rotation effect counterclockwise, increasing speed
218…255Rotation effect clockwise, increasing speed
10Drawing, cutting and deleting of the patterns (clipping)
Operation
0…10Original patterns, no Clipping effect
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Operation
ChannelValueFunction
11…74Fixed clipping, increasing size of the cut out pattern parts
75…104Clipping-out effect, increasing speed, sequence: dark -> drawing pattern clock‐
64…127Pattern composed of lines with bright spots
128…191Pattern composed of broken lines
192…255Pattern composed of dots
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7.5
Pattern list
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Operation
7.6
Using the SD memory card
Secure Digital Memory (SD) cards can be used to store and exchange preprogrammed laser
shows. The device supports the following file types:
n *.ild: Binary file format for storing vector lists for laser shows. The format has been standar‐
dized by the International Laser Display Association (ILDA). Files of this type can be created
using specialized computer software.
n *.prg: Text file format that is used to call up several *. Ild files in succession. Files of *. prg
type can be created or modified on your computer with a simple text editor such as
‘Notepad’.
The unit supports up to 100 folders with up to 255 files in each directory. The SD memory card
must be formatted as FAT32 file system. The maximum length of the file and directory names
is eight characters.
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Example
The following figure shows the contents of the file ‘ANIMA.PRG’. This preprogrammed show
calls the ILD files ‘ANIMA1.ILD’, ‘ANIMA2.ILD’ and ‘ANIMA3.ILD’ in succession. The first number
after the file name indicates the scanner speed, the second number controls the number of
repetitions for each ILD file.
ANIMA1.ild,12,3
ANIMA2.ild,20,1
ANIMA3.ild,18,4
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Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
DANGER!
Laser radiation inside the housing
During troubleshooting you have to comply with the instructions given here:
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Chapter 2 ‘Safety instructions’ on page 8.
Any servicing of the unit (with open housing) must only be carried out by quali‐
fied technicians.
For working on the device you have to wear suitable laser safety goggles.
In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you
some suggestions for easy troubleshooting:
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SymptomRemedy
Troubleshooting
The unit does not work, no light, the fan does
not run
No response to DMX controller1. If the word ‘signal’ is flashing in the display, no valid DMX signal is received.
If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You
can find the contact information at www.thomann.de.
1. Check the mains power connection and the main fuse.
2. Check the safety key switch.
Make sure that the DMX controller is turned on. Check the DMX connections
and cables for proper connection.
2. If the word ‘signal’ lights up is constantly in the display without any response,
check the address settings and the DMX polarity.
3. Try using another DMX controller.
4. Check to see if the DMX cables run near or alongside to high voltage cables
that may cause damage or interference to DMX interface circuits.
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Cleaning
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Optical lenses
Cleaning
DANGER!
Laser radiation
During cleaning, you have to follow the instructions given here: Ä Chapter 2
‘Safety instructions’ on page 8.
To avoid unintended laser radiation, remove the safety switch before you begin
to clean the device.
Clean the exterior of accessible optical lenses periodically to optimise light output. The fre‐
quency of cleaning depends on the operating environment: wet, smoky or particularly dirty
surroundings can cause more accumulation of dirt on the optics of the device.
n Clean with a soft cloth using normal glass cleaning products.
n Always dry the parts carefully.
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Technical specifications
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Laser mediumRed: 650 nm (typical), LD GaAlAs
Laser powerRed: 500 mW
Transversal beam modeTEM
Laser classification acc. to EN 60825-1 20074
Beam diameter at outlet aperture< 5 mm
Divergence (per beam)< 12 mrad
Divergence (overall light)< 90 °
Beam angle X / Y–axis
Scanning25 kpps
Number of DMX channels13
Operating voltage supply
Fuse5 mm × 20 mm, 1.6 A, 250 V, slow blow
Power consumption55 W
Dimensions (W × D × H)515 mm × 358 mm × 204 mm
Weight12 kg
AC 100 – 240 V , 50/60 Hz
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Protecting the environment
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Disposal of the packaging mate‐
rial
Disposal of batteries
Protecting the environment
For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been
chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that
they are fed to a recovery. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
Batteries must not be disposed of as domestic waste or thrown into fire. Dispose of the bat‐
teries according to national or local regulations regarding hazardous waste. To protect the
environment, dispose of empty batteries at your retail store or at appropriate collection sites.
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Protecting the environment
Disposal of your old device
This device is subject to the European directive 2002/96/EC. Do not dispose the device with
your normal household waste.
Dispose this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste
facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your
country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.