KAM LED Hexaflower 1 DMX User manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUA
LED Hexaflower 1 DMX
6 lens ED flower effect with DMX
RGB unit that produces stunning flower effects
Multi red, green and blue high power EDs
6 angled glass lenses for dispersion
Motor controlled moving light beams
Sound-to- ight and DMX modes
9 channel DMX512 operation
No fan due to cool ED operating temperature
Metal chassis and adjustable hanging bracket
Mains fused IEC
MANUA VERSION 1.0

Kam LED Hexaflower 1 DMX
6 lens ED flower effect with DMX
Thank you for purchasing this product, we hope that it serves 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.
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 this unit to high temperature and
rain or moisture.
Unpacking
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.
afety
This unit operates on 240V AC. This appliance must be earthed.
This product is for indoor use only, do not expose to rain or moisture. Always store unit in a dry place.
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 servicing or cleaning of the unit.
The unit must not be connected to dimming-packs.
Never look directly into any light source as this may damage eyes.
There are no user serviceable parts in this unit, please consult your retailer for any repair work.
Operation
To prolong the life of your unit it is recommended that the unit is not for constant us. eaving a break between long
periods of use will increase the life span of your unit.
When choosing the installation position, please make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme temperature,
moisture, and that no air ways are blocked, keep a good distance from materials etc.
When using smoke machines/foggers, make sure that the device is never exposed to the direct smoke jet and is
installed at distance of 0.5 meters away from other surfaces. Always fix the fixture with an appropriate safety-
chain. The maximum ambient temperature Ta = 45°C must never be exceeded.
Installation / Overhead rigging
Caution: any units installed in an overhead position may cause severe injuries if not installed correctly or safely.
Please ensure the mounting structure is secure and stable, and is capable of holding 10 times the weight of the
unit to be installed. Always use suitable hanging/mounting brackets or clamps. Always fit a suitable safety chain.
If in any doubt about installation please contact a qualified technician.
Replacing the fuse
If the fuse of the unit fuses, only replace the fuse by one of the same type and rating.
Before replacing the fuse, unplug mains lead.
Step 1: Open the fuse holder on the rear panel with a screwdriver.
Step 2: Remove the old fuse from the fuse holder.
Step 3: Install the new fuse in the fuse holder.
Step 4: Replace the fuse holder in the housing.
Should you need any spare parts, please use genuine parts.
Should you have further questions, please contact your retailer or local Kam Service Station.
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DMX512 connection / connection between units
All DMX cables must be wired correctly, with suitable 2 core screened cable. The signal lines must be separate and
no cables should be bridges. Please check this if you are trying to use a microphone cable as these are often
balanced leads and will not work for DMX purposes.
If you are using a DMX controller with this unit, you can connect the DMX output of the controller directly into the
DMX input of the first unit in the DMX chain.
Building a serial DMX chain
Connect the DMX output of the first unit in the DMX chain to the DMX input of the next unit. Always connect one
output with the input of the next fixture until all units are connected.
Master/ lave operation
The Master/Slave operation enables several devices to be synchronised and controlled by one master device.
On the rear panel of the unit you will find X R input and X R output sockets which can be used for linking devices.
Choose the device which is to control the effects. This device will work as the Master device and controls all other
connected units, these are known as the Slaves. Set all DIP switches to OFF in order to determine the Master
device. Set DIP Switches 1 and 10 to ON in order to determine the Slave devices.
Basic operation
After connecting the unit to the mains it will start operating. You can adjust the microphone sensitivity with the
rotary control on the rear panel.
ound-to-Light operation
For sound controlled operation set all DIP Switches to OFF.
DMX operation
You can control the lens colour individually via your DMX controller. Every DMX channel has a different operation
with different features. For DMX controlled operation set DIP switch 10 to ON.
DMX addressing
Each unit occupies 9 DMX channels. To ensure that the control signals are properly directed to each unit
the unit requires addressing. This has to be adjusted for every single unit by changing the DIP switches as set out
in the table below. The starting address is defined as the first channel from which the device will respond to the
controller. Please make sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control each device
correctly and independently from any other unit on the DMX data link. If two, three or more devices are addressed
similarly, they will work similarly.
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987654321
2561286432168421
DMX starting address
Unit 1 - channel 1
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Unit 2 - channel 10
Unit 3 - channel 19
Unit 4 - channel 28
Unit 5 - channel 37
DIP switch number

Channel DMX value Description
The first 6 channels correspond to 000 – 010 Off
each lens. For example channel 1 011 – 045 Red on
controls lens 1, channel 2 controls 046 – 080 Green on
lens 2 and so on up to channel 6 081 – 115 Blue on
116 – 150 Red and green on
151 – 185 Red and blue on
186 – 220 Green and blue on
221 – 255 Red, green and blue on
Channel 7 - strobe 000 – 010 Off
011 – 255 Flashes with increasing speed
Channel 8 - Auto mode / progs / mode 000 – 010 Off
011 – 024 Program 1
025 – 038 Program 2
039 – 052 Program 3
053 – 066 Program 4
067 – 080 Program 5
081 – 094 Program 6
095 – 108 Program 7
109 – 122 Program 8
123 – 136 Program 9
137 – 150 Program 10
151 – 164 Program 11
165 – 178 Program 12
179 – 192 Program 13
193 – 206 Program 14
207 – 220 Program 15
221 – 250 Program 16
251 – 255 Sound-to- ight mode
Channel 9 - speed in Auto mode 000 – 255 Increasing speed
Technical specifications
Power supply: 230V AC, 50Hz ~
Power consumption: 20W
Number of DMX channels: 9
DMX512 connection: 3 pin XLR
Sound control: via built-in microphone
Maximum ambient temperature Ta: 45°C
Maximum housing temperature TB (steady state): 50°C
Minimum distance from flammable surfaces: 0.50m
Minimum distance to lighted object: 0.10m
Fuse: F1A, 250V
Number of EDs: 90
Beam angle: 150°
Dimensions ( xWxH): 285 x 375 x 165mm
Weight: 3Kg
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Due to continuous product development, specifications and appearance are subject to change.
If this product is ever no longer functional please it take to a recycling plant for environmentally friendly disposal.
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