KAM Trilogy User manual

Kam Trilogy
3 in 1 multi FX including laser, strobe, & beam effects
Due to continuous product development, please ensure that you have downloaded
the latest instruction manual for this product from the Kam website at www.kam.co.uk
MANUAL VERSION 1.0
30.03.15
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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
Made in China. Due to continuous product development, specifications and appearance are subject to change. © Copyright Lamba plc. E&OE.

Thank you for purchasing this Kam product, we are sure that it will serve you for many years to come.
To optimise its performance, 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. The unit is powered by mains electricity, 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.
IMPORTANT
Please read and pay attention to all laser safety warning stickers 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.
What is included in the package: 1 x Kam Trilogy lighting unit / 1 x IEC mains power cable / 1 x Instruction manual
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 fixture 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.

Rear panel diagram
Key to rear panel diagram
1. Safety key switch - Insert the supplied safety key before being able to turn the unit On or Off
2. Remote connect
3. LED function setting display - shows the various menus and the selected functions
4. LED to show light status mode (Master, DMX, Slave, Sound)
5. LED to show light status mode (Master, DMX, Slave, Sound)
6. Menu buttons - used to select the different menu items
7. DMX Input - 3 pin male XLR interface for DMX connections.
8. DMX Output - 3 pin female XLR interface for DMX connections
9. Mains power input IEC socket
10. IEC mains power output/link socket

Main Menu
To select any of the menu options, press the MENU button to select the mode required.
Once you have made a selection then press ENTER to confirm. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to choose the desired menu option.
Mode Selection
Press the MENU button, the following functions can be selected and then confirmed using the ENTER button:
LED DISPLAY
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
Addr
DMX address A001-A512. Press up/down buttons to select
Auto
Aut1 – Six colour LED derby effect auto play
Aut2 – White LED auto play
Aut3 – Laser auto play
Aut4 – All effects auto play
SpEE – Selects speed of Auto Play 1 – slow, 99 - fast
Soun
Sou1 – Sound active auto mode 1
Sou2 – Sound active auto mode 2
Sou3 – Sound active auto mode 3
Sou 4 - Sound active auto mode 4
SESE – Selects sound sensitivity setting 1-55
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Unit Version number
10 Channel DMX control
Channel
DMX
Function
1
Control Mode
0-9
Black Out
Red Dimmer / Linear dimmer from dark to bright
10-39
Auto Play 1 (6 colours LED auto)
40-69
Auto Play 2 (White LED auto)
70-99
Auto Play 3 (Laser auto)
100-129
Auto Play 4 (Mixing auto)
130-159
Sound control 1 (6 colours LED sound activated)
160-189
Sound control 2 (White LED sound activated)
190-219
Sound control 3 (Laser sound activated)
220-249
Sound control 4 (Mixing sound activated)
250-255
DMX Mode
2
RGBWYV
Control
0-9
RGBWYV Black Out
10-198
Choose colours (63 groups), each 3 data for one colour group
199-225
Colour chase 1 (single colour)
226-255
Colour chase 2 (single or multiple colour)
3
Auto Play LED
Chase Speed
0-255
Auto Speed, LED colour chase speed from slow to fast
4
LED Strobe
0-9
LED – no strobe
10-244
LED – strobe (speed from slow to fast)
245-255
LED – strobe by sound
5
White Lolour
LED
0-9
White LED Blackout
Green Dimmer / Linear dimmer from dark to bright
10-135
White LED output position choose, 5 data for one choose
136-255
White LED chase effect
6
White Strobe &
Chase Speed
0-127
No strobe. White LED chase speed from slow to fast
128-255
Strobe on. White LED chase speed from slow to fast

7
Laser Colour
Control
0-9
Laser off
White Dimmer / Linear dimmer from dark to bright
10-49
Red laser
50-89
Green laser
90-129
Red and Green laser
130-169
Red and Green laser flicker
170-209
Green and Red laser flicker
210-249
Red and Green laser synchronous flicker
250-255
Red and Green laser alternative flicker
8
Laser Strobe
Control
0-9
Strobe off
10-244
Strobe speed from slow to fast
245-255
Laser strobe by sound
9
LED Step
Motor Control
0-9
Step motor off
10-127
Step motor clockwise from slow to fast
128-255
Step motor anti-clockwise from slow to fast
10
Laser step
Motor Control
0-127
Laser pattern choose
128-255
Laser pattern chase from slow to fast
Troubleshooting
Problem
Check list
Troubleshooting
No output -
the unit does not
appear to work
1. Check if the power cord is connected to the input
mains socket of the unit.
2. Check if the ambient temperature in a safe range.
1. Make sure there is mains present to the cable,
check the fuse or replace the cable.
2. Ensure the ambient temperature is suitable.
LEDs are dimmed
1. Check if the power cord is connected to the input
mains socket of the unit.
1. Make sure the mains input voltage is the
correct voltage.
No DMX input
1. Check that the cable is not damaged.
2. Check the polarity of the pin connections is correct.
3. Check lf the unit is in DMX mode.
4. Check if 2 units are set as Master units in a chain.
1. Change the DMX cable.
2. Correct the DMX polarity or change the cable.
3. Set up the function mode as DMX.
4. Set all other units as Slave units in the chain.
Technical Specifications
DMX512 control channels: 10 Channels
DMX512 Input & Output connection: 3 pin XLR
Mode: DMX512 / Auto / Sound-to-Light / Master/Slave
Lasers: red 150mW, green 50mW
LEDs: 6 x 5W (red, green, blue, white, yellow, purple) colour LEDs. 8 x 3W white LED
Power supply: IEC mains / AC 120-230V 50/60Hz
Dimensions (WxDxH): 304x270x340mm (not including brackets)
Weight: 5Kgs
Due to continuous product development, specifications and appearance are subject to change. © Copyright Lamba plc. E&OE.