KAM LED Disco Dome DMX User manual

LED Disco Dome DMX
Tri colour LED DMX lighting effect
Classic rotating disc effect made even better with modern LED technology
Produces 34 crisp, bright tri colour beams from one 9w LED source
Control of colour, strobe, clockwise or anti-clockwise rotation and rotation speed
DMX512 compatible
3 channel DMX operation
No fan due to cool running
LED function display
Sound-to-Light and auto modes
Built-in programs
M A N U A L V E R S I O N 1 . 0
13.07.10
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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. After you have read the instructions, 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.
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 intended 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.
Any modification carried out on the unit may invalidate the unit’s warranty.
If applicable, only use the stand, tripod or bracket specified or sold with the apparatus.
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 servicing or cleaning of the unit.
The serial number for this equipment should be located on the rear or underside of the unit. Please make a note of this number as
you will need it for your warranty, it is a good idea to keep a copy of the serial number for your own records.

OPERATION
Using in standalone mode
To set the disco dome to stand alone mode by pressing the menu button until nan is displayed.
Press the enter button.
Use the up/down buttons to select off. Press enter to confirm.
Note: in this mode it can be automatic or sound
To select either mode
Press the menu button until soun is displayed. Press the enter button.
Use the up/down buttons to select choice.
On = sound activated.
Off = automatic.
Press enter to confirm choice.
Manual colour mode
In manual mode you can select which colours will be shown.
Press the menu button until nan is displayed. Press enter.
Use the up/down buttons to select on. Press enter to confirm.
Press the menu button to select colour required. Press enter.
Use up/down buttons to select colour on or off. Press enter to confirm.
Repeat these steps as required.
Single or mixed colours can be chosen.
Mounting
The disco dome can be table or ceiling mounted.
There is an option to change the orientaion of the display when either table or ceiling mounted, therefore making the
LED display easy to read.
Press the menu button until Disp is displayed. Press the enter button.
Use the up/down buttons to change the orientaion of the display. Press enter to confirm.
Display
The LED display can be switched on or off.
The LED display is either on permanatley or off if no controls are touched after one minute.
To set display
Press the menu button until LED is displayed. Press the enter button.
Use the up/down buttons to choose on or off. Press enter to confirm.
Setting DMX address
Press the menu button until Addr is displayed. Press enter.
A001 –A511 will be displayed.
Use the up/down arrow to select desired DMX start address. Press enter to confirm.
Master/slave
Press the menu button until SLnd is displayed. Press enter.
Use the up/down buttons to select nasr for master or SL-1 for slave mode. Press enter to confirm.
When linking several units together without DMX controller set one unit only to master and all other units to slave.

DMX address
Note: to operate channel 2-4, channel 1 must be in 0 position.
Channel
DMX
Function
CH1
0-19
Blackout
20-39
Red
40-59
Green
60-79
Blue
80-99
Green & Blue
100-119
Red & Blue
120-139
Red & Green
140-159
Red / Green & Blue
160-179
3 colour chase with rotation
180-199
7 colour chase with rotation
200-255
Sound activated
CH2
000-004
Blackout
005-028
Red
029-056
Green
057-084
Blue
085-112
Green & Blue
113-140
Red & Blue
141-168
Red & Green
169-197
Red/Green/Blue
198-224
3 colour chase
225-255
7 colour chase
CH3
001-004
Static
005-255
Strobe slow to fast
CH4
000-004
Static
005-127
Speed of rotation slow to fast
128-255
Auto movement variations
Software version
To check which software version is installed. Press menu unitil UEr is displayed.
Press the enter button and then the version will be displayed (Example V3).
Specifications
Power supply
90-250 V AC, 50 Hz ~ 60 Hz ~
Power consumption
20w
Current
0.28A
Sound control
via built-in microphone
Connection
3-pin XLR
Dimensions (LxWxH)
320 x 320 x180 mm
Weight
1.6Kgs
Maximum ambient temperature
45
Maximum housing temperature
50
Fuse
F1A, 250V
Channel
4
Number of LEDs
1x 9w