KVANT Clubmax FB4 Series Quick start guide

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MODEL
SPECIFIC
OPERATIONAL
MANUAL

1. Introduction 3
2. General information 4
2.1 What is a laser and how does it work? 6
2.2 Laser Safety first! 7
2.3 Installation ofthe System 8
2.4 Control System 9
2.5 Scanning System 10
2.6 Connection Diagram 12
2.7 Multiple System Interlock 13
2.8 Switching ONsequence and User Interlock 14
2.9 Maintenance 16
3. Item Checklist 17
4. Optional Accessories 18
5. System Overview 19
5.1 Front View 20
5.2 Side View 21
5.3 Rear View 22
6. Beam Alignment 24
6.1 Beam Alignment [CM-3000 FB4] 25
6.2 Beam Alignment [CM-6000 FB4] 26
6.3 Beam Alignment [CM-10 FB4] 28
6.4 Beam Alignment [CM-15 FB4] 30
7. Technical Specifications 32
7.1 Beam Alignment [CM-3000 FB4] 33
7.2 Beam Alignment [CM-6000 FB4] 34
7.3 Beam Alignment [CM-10 FB4] 35
7.4 Beam Alignment [CM-15 FB4] 36
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
Thank you for purchasing this KVANT product.
Toensure proper operation, please read this manual carefully before using the product.
After reading it, keep itinasafe place for future reference.

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2
 
The following chapters explain
important information about lasers in
general,basiclasersafetyandsometips
about how to use this device correctly.
Please spend some time reading
these information as some of them are
critical for safe and ecient operation
of this laser display system.
IEC 60825 - 1:2014
___W AT ________nm
Diode Laser
__ W MAX OUTPUT AT __ nm
__ W MAX OUTPUT AT __ nm
__ W MAX OUTPUT AT __ nm
LASER RADIATION
AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO
DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION
CLASS 4 LASER PRODUCT
IEC 60825-1:2014
CAUTION
LASER LIGHT IS BRIGHT AND
BLINDING DO NOT SHINE AT
AIRCRAFT OR VEHICLES AT
ANY DISTANCE
CAUTION
CLASS 4 VISIBLE
LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN
AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED
AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO
DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION
This product is in conformity with performance
standards for laser products under 21 CFR
Part 1010.4 and 1040.11 except with respect
to those characteristics authorized by
Variance Number:
Effective Date:
2012-V-0620
Dec.31 . 2018
Date of Manufacture
spol. s.r.o.
Opavska 24, 831 01 Bratislava 37,Slovakia
Made in Slovakia
Max current at 110V: 3A
Max current at 230V: 3A
03 2021
Month Year
user manual
KVANT
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!
Caution
!
This laser entertainment system
is rated as a Class IV laser product
and manufactured in accordance
to EN 60825-1:2014. Avoid eye
orskin exposure todirect orscattered
radiation. Wear protective goggles
of suitable optical density ifnecessary.
Ifthe laser isoperated inasituation where
health or property injury may occur the
operation must bestopped immediately.
!
The manufacturer and its distributors
cannot be held responsible for any
damages caused by improper use
or misuse of this KVANT laser system.
The owner/user is fully responsible for
using this product inaccordance tolaser
safety regulations ofthe country orstate
where the system isbeing used.
Handling precautions
This laser system isaprecision device that contains some
sensitive opto-electronics components. DO NOT drop
itorsubject ittophysical shock.
This laser system is not waterproof or dust-proof. Make
sure touse anappropriate cover orenclosure ifitisused
inthe rain, snow orsimilar severe environment conditions.
Do not leave the laser system in excessive heat such
asinacar whilst indirect sunlight. High temperatures could
cause some serious damage tothe system.
The laser system contains precision electronic circuitry.
Never attempt todisassemble the laser yourself.
Ifthe laser issuddenly brought infrom the cold into awarm
room, condensation may form on the laser and internal
parts.
If condensation forms on the laser body, do not use
the laser as this may damage the laser system. If there
iscondensation, wait until ithas evaporated before using it.
Please note that some other optical devices such
as cameras, camcorders, video projector etc. can
bedamaged ifexposed toexcessive laser radiation.

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2 .1
     
What isaLASER?
The laser isadevice that creates continuous visible light energy waves (streams ofphotons that are referred toas“laser
radiation”) with the same amplitude and phase that are flowing inthe same direction; meaning they are coherent – they
stick together and form alaser beam.
The width ofasingle wave ismeasured innano-meters and defines the colour and visibility ofthe laser beam. The visible
spectrum ofthe human eye isroughly between 400nm and 700nm, going from violet toadark red colour. Ahuman eye
ismost sensitive toagreen light ofaround 555nm, meaning that a1Wofgreen laser will always appear more visible than
1Wofany other colour laser. 1Wofquality laser light isvery powerful and although itdoesn’tsound like much itcan burn eye
retinas, skin and clothes oreven start afire!
Colours
Standard full colour analogue lasers use three primary
colours: Red, Green and Blue. By mixing those together
you can pretty much get any secondary colour:
Red + Blue = Magenta
Red + Green = YellowYellow
Green + Blue = Cyan
Red + Green + Blue = White
Of course the number and precision of the colours
is determined by the modulation, stability and linearity
of the system. If the system is not stable enough, it will
produce dierent colours every time it is used, making
itvirtually impossible tomatch the colours oftwo systems
atany one time. This isvery often the case with systems
from far east manufacturers and with re-branded lasers
that are being presented asEuropean makes.
Scanning System
Ascanning system isessentially two tiny mirrors, each
moving onXorYaxis. Byworking together they can “scan”
the laser beam over awide angle infront ofthe projector.
The scanning system can not only direct the laser beam
tospecific, static locations, but it can also create shapes
by rapidly moving the laser beam over a path. Once
a shape is scanned more than 20 times per second,
itappears static to the human eye. Soany shape drawn
byalaser isactually produced byone single laser beam
being moved bythese mirrors very quickly. Every scanning
system has amechanical limit ofhow fast itcan move its
mirrors and therefore how many points itcan display atany
one second and that isusually represented inPoints Per
Second atacertain scanning angle, i.e. 8 degrees.
How far does ittravel?
Technically, the laser light will travel forever until itstrikes
asurface and isabsorbed. Abetter question is – how far will
the light travel and still beuseful? Depending onthe power
output ofthe system and weather conditions, the laser can
bevisible for miles – that iswhy weneed tobecautious
about aircrafts when performing outdoor shows. And ifyou
get asystem that ispowerful enough then yes, itcan reach
the Moon.
What makes the laser visible inmid-air?
Mainly itisthe particles ofdust inthe air that the laser beam
hits onits path, scattering the light. This dust orfog iscalled
a“scattering medium”. That’swhy we“laserists” use haze
orsmoke machines tomake lasers more visible. Too much
of the haze or smoke will greatly attenuate the visibility,
but the right amount will make all the dierence between
noshow and agreat show.
When outdoors, lasers mainly reflect o dust and mist inthe
air but due tounpredictable wind conditions wecan never
make sure the hazers orsmoke machines will beeective
enough. And that’s why we use high power lasers for
outdoor shows – to substitute for the lack of dust, haze
and smoke.

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2.2
  
!
Before proceeding any further, please
read the following safety page very
carefully. It could help you avoid
dangerous and hazardous situations
which could lead to serious injury
orproperty damage. !
Any laser system classified asaClass
4 laser must be used with caution.
If you are an inexperienced laser
operator, we strongly recommend
that you attend alaser display safety
course before you use this laser
system in public areas. There are
various places in Europe where
you can attend quality training and
even a one day course will give you
agood amount ofvaluable information
tosafely start with.
Unless you are very competent with the use oflasers and
about the laser safety, make sure you atleast follow these
basic laser safety rules:
1. Never look directly into alaser beam
2. Never look directly into laser aperture if the laser
system isswitched on.
3. Be aware that lasers can burn the eye retina, skin
orcause fires ifnot used correctly.
4. Audience Scanning is a technique that involves
projecting laser eects directly into an audience.
Never perform Audience Scanning unless you: a) are
trained to do Audience Scanning; b) use a projector
that has the proper safety systems built in (such
as PASS); and c) have verified that the projected
light levels donot exceed the applicable MPE for the
jurisdiction. Otherwise, always project with the laser
above audience head level – atleast 3mabove floor
level.
5. When projecting the laser outdoors, avoid pointing the
laser at aircrafts, buses, trains, etc. Never leave the
laser system unattended when it’sswitched on.
6. Always check for reflective surfaces within the laser
range – these can be very dangerous (i.e. mirror
behind the bar inaclub could bounce the beam into
bar attendant’seye).
7. Never hesitate touse the Emergency STOP ifyou think
there’s a fault within the laser system or a potential
danger to a person/object caused by the laser
performance.

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2.3
  
!
The manufacturer isnot liable for damages
ora injury caused byimproper installation
of the system. The installation should
be carried by a qualified installer who
should follow the Laser Safety Regulations
ofrespective country.
Please follow these rules during the installation:
1. Donot connect the device topower supply during
the installation. Only connect the device topower
after the installation and mounting have been
completed.
2. Mount the system only tomounting point that isstrong,
secure and away from places where nonauthorised
person could get anaccess to.
3. Always make sure the system is properly tightened
down, and that itcannot get loose and move asaresult
of sound vibrations, cables pulled on, or similar
external disturbances.
4. Always attach a safety chain or cable between the
projector and its structure (such astruss).
5. Ensure that all the cables have enough length just
incase they get caught.
6. Ensure that the system isplaced atleast 20cm away
from walls orany other objects including drapes etc.
7. Ensure that the system isplaced well away from any
heat sources including spotlights, moving heads,
radiators, etc. Make sure there isasucient air-flow
around the laser system.
8. Itisessential that the fan openings are never covered
during the laser operation.
9. Always follow the Laser Safety Regulations
ofrespective country where the laser isbeing used.

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2.4
 
The overall performance ofany KVANT laser system isalso
dependent onthe control system that you use for operating
the laser aswell asthe correct device configuration inthe
laser control software.
Please make sure all the laser settings in your control
system are set correctly before you start using your Kvant
laser display system.

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2.5
 
The product warranty does not cover the damages
to the scanning system caused by improper use of the
scanning system orbyincorrect programming. Therefore
itisessential tounderstand how the scanning works and
where are the limits of it. In this manual we will explain
only the basics ofitbut itisthe responsibility ofevery user
toeducate themselves sothey can avoid damage being
caused tothe scanning system and costly repairs.
Alaser beam comes from alaser module and hits the two
moving mirrors ofthe scanning system. These mirrors are
mounted on the scanner shafts and are moved by the
scanner rotors, one onXand one onYaxis.
Aneect such astunnel (circle) isdisplayed byarepetitive
mechanical movement of the scanners. For each
scanning system and eect, there’s a maximal scan-rate
that is defined by mechanical load, scanner mirror size
and weight, complexity of displayed picture and size
ofthe projection (anangle under the laser beam isbeing
projected). A dierent scanning systems have dierent
scan-rate limits. It is essential to operate the scanning
system at scan-rates within its maximal limit at all times
toprevent itfrom overload damage.
How toestablish correct Scan-rate and maximal
number ofpoints inaneect
Each eect (picture) contains adierent number ofgraphical
points which defines the actual shape of the eect. The
more points an eect contains, the lower the maximum
scan rate will beinrelation tothe scanning angle.
Asanexample we’llwork with the star eect shown below
and with the parameters ofquality scanning system:
Let’s say the star eect is made of 300 graphical points
(including non-visible blanking points) and we know that
the maximal scan-rate of our scanning system is “35K”.
(The term “35K” refers toametric that isachieved when
the original ILDA test pattern is projected at 8 degrees,
and all ofits visual qualities are maintained. Note that all
other patterns may bescanned much wider, and insome
cases even faster, but the term “35K” only refers toasingle
test pattern, and single test condition). Wealso know that
wedisplay the star 35 times per second which isadefault
frame rate ofthe control software weare using.
Soweneed todisplay 300 points 35 times per second =
10.500 pps. This means that wecould display 3 of these
stars beside each other within one single laser eect and
that itwould bequite close tothe scanner limit (3 × 10.500
= 31.500pps). Given that the scanners noted above are
“35K” scanners, this seems easily achievable. However,
the projection of 3 separate stars necessitates a wider
scan angle, and – in general, the scan speed must
be reduced as the projection angle is increased. Thus,
itmay benecessary toeither lower the number ofpoints
within the eect ordrop down the scan-rate inthe control
software (FPS) toasafe level – which may result inflicker.

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Inthe following pictures you see the same star eect scanned atdierent scan rates atfull scanning angle (60degrees).
Picture 1: the scan rate and/ornumber
of points is too low. The corner
points are more visible than the lines
between them and the whole eect
flickers. The scan-rate and/ornumber
ofpoints needs tobeincreased.
Picture 2: the scan-rate and/
or number of points is about right.
The whole eect has more orless the
same intensity and does not flicker.
Picture 3: further increasing of the
scan-rate and/or number of points
results inthe eect starting todistort,
firstly around corners only. This
indicates that you are exceeding the
maximal scan rate of the scanning
system! If you operate the scanning
system at scan-rates higher than the
maximum scan-rate of the scanning
system the scanners will get damaged
irreversibly due to overheated coils
damaging rotor magnets.

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2.6
 
Please check that all the signal and power leads are
correctly installed and that the safety keys are inserted
inall necessary positions.
!
USA ONLY: Remote Interlock Bypass
must be inserted in the E-STOP
Remote aswell inorder todisable the
interlock.
i
Both E-STOP Remote safety key and
laser system safety key must beinserted
and switched toONposition inorder
todisable the interlock.

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2.7
  
Multiple laser projectors may be daisy chained and
controlled by asingle E-STOP Remote. Any event which
enables the Interlock on any laser projector inthe daisy
chain will trigger the safety Interlock for all the systems.
After the event has been corrected the START button
onthe E-STOP Remote must bepressed bythe operator
todisable the Interlock. After anEmission Delay period the
laser projectors will beready for use.

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2.8
    
!
Please make sure that all laser display
safety requirements are fulfilled
inaccordance with laws ofthe country
where this KVANT laser system isbeing
used before switching the system ON.
1. Connect the system as showed on Connection
Diagram.
2. Turn both E-STOP Remote and laser system safety
keys toONposition.
3. Release the E-STOP button bypulling itupwards.
4. Open the aperture window by loosening the bolt
atthe bottom ofthe aperture, adjust the masking plate
todesired position and tighten the bolt tosecure it.
5. Press the START button onthe E-STOP Remote.
6. After anEmission Delay Period the laser projector will
beready for use.
Interlock Enabled, Laser Output Terminated
The Interlock is latched enabled and the laser
projector’s beam output will be terminated if any of the
following events happen:
1. Power loss lasting greater than 2 seconds.
2. Mushroom emergency switch depressed.
3. #2 Key Switch on E-STOP Remote turned to OFF
position.
4. #1 Key Switch onlaser projector turned toOFF position.
5. Any other interruption toline No.1 ofthe cable leading
to the E-STOP Remote. This includes any user
interlocks connected in series in the line No.1 of this
cable. Refer toConnection Drawing below.
Restarting Laser After Interlock orPower Failure
Event
After the event has been corrected the START button
onthe E-STOP Remote must bepressed bythe operator
todisable the Interlock and after anEmission Delay period
the laser projector will beready for use.
Interlock Connection Diagram

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!
The E-STOP Remote is an integral
part of the laser projector. It is there
for the safety of the public as well
as the operator. Modifying or using
anything other than the E-STOP
Remote provided, inthe manner itwas
intended, may invalidate your laser
projector’svariance.
E-STOP Connection Drawing including User
Interlock option

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2.9

!
It is essential to regularly inspect the
condition of the silica gel granules
inside the cartridges. That can bedone
through the opening inthe middle ofthe
cartridge. If the colour of the granules
inside the cartridge is green, instead
ofbrown (brown iswhen they are dry),
itmeans they are soaked, and they must
bedried out. Inspect the cartridge every
time you open the optical compartment,
oratleast once amonth.
The drying out process ispretty simple:
1. Detach the cartridge from the cover and place itinto
the conventional oven - donot use microwave!!!
2. Heat the oven to120ºC (250ºF) and leave the cartridge
inside for about 3-4 hours, until all the moisture
isreleased.
3. Insert the cartridge back into its place and close the
optical compartment cover as soon as the cartridge
cools down. That way, it will absorb the maximum
amount of moisture from the inside of the optical
section.
!If the granules don’t turn brown during
this process, they must bereplaced with
new ones.
Drying agent cartridge
Drying agent cartridge (silica gel desiccant) helps toprevent
water condensation inside the optical compartment ofthe
laser system, which ismuch needed inhigh temperatures
and high humidity environments. The desiccant cartridge
isinstalled onthe inside ofthe optical compartment cover.
Aperture Window
To clean the aperture output window use a soft cloth
and medical grade isopropyl alcohol. If necessary, you
can remove the aperture output window by loosing the
4socket bolts and clean the inside ofthe window aswell.
Cooling Fans
Use compressed air for cleaning the bottom part of the
laser system. There are cooling fans located atthe bottom
of the heat sink and they are vital for correct operation
of the laser system. Please always ensure that they are
spinning freely.
You should perform this service every 2months ifthe laser
isused regularly oreven more often ifitisused industy
conditions.
Internal Optics
The cleaning of the internal optical components should
beperformed byanauthorised technician only. Incorrect
techniques orwrong choice ofchemicals used for cleaning
could cause serious damage to the laser system. Due
tothe fact that the optical compartment issplit and sealed
from the rest ofthe laser system itshouldn’tbenecessary
toperform this procedure more often than once ayear.
Maintenance: no user serviceable parts inside.
Please note that a laser light entering the aperture of your
laser projector (reflected or from another laser) or wrongly
reflected beams inside the projector can permanently
damage the laser sources.
The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover such damage.
Disposal of the equipment
The equipment is made of components and materials such
as metal, plastic, aluminium, which can be dismantled,
sorted and recycled in accordance with the Waste Act at
the end of the life of the equipment or when it is no longer
functional.
The equipment can also be handed over as a whole in
a collection yard.
wet silica gel dry silica gel

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Before starting, check that all the following items have been included with your laser system. Ifanything ismissing, contact
your supplier.
Item Number ofunits Descriptions
Item Number ofunits Descriptions
1x
KVANT Clubmax FB4 Laser
Display System
1x
Heavy duty flight case
1x
Emergency STOP remote
US version BUS ID: 1647
EU version BUS ID: 1648
1x
3-pin XLR Emergency Stop
Remote Cable
10m version BUS ID: 588
25m version BUS ID: 1618
1x
Remote Interlock Bypass (for
USA only)
BUS ID: 651
1x
ACPower cable with
powerCon TRUE1 connector
EU version BUS ID: 605
UK version BUS ID: 606
US version BUS ID: 607
2x
Set ofSafety Keys
1x
Network Signal Cable (cat5)
10m version BUS ID: 1041
25m version BUS ID: 1611
1x
User manual USB drive
BUS ID: 1054

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Here isalist ofoptional accessories that are compatible with Clubmax laser system.
Item Descriptions
SafetyScan lens attachment
bracket (lens isnot included).
This item iscompatible only
with this model version.
DiscoScan lens attachment
bracket (lens isnot included).
This item iscompatible only
with this model version.
4-way masking plate
Optical Bench
Rain cover

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KVANT Clubmax FB4 is a full colour, semiconductor diode
laser system designed for professional laser displays.
When operated correctly and in the right conditions the
Clubmax FB4 laser system is able to deliver a strong
performance in venues with up to 6000 people (CM-6800
FB4). The Clubmax FB4 can display virtually any colour
within the basic RGB palette and its secondary mixed
colours including white.
The system is air-cooled and designed so that there is
no airflow going through the optical compartment of the
system. This ensures that all important optical parts of the
system stay clean for longer, keeping the maintenance
time down to a minimum. This is a real advantage for all
the venues where lots of smoke or haze is used on a daily
basis.
This laser is IP rated to IP54, meaning that it is splash-proof.
It is however important to understand that this system
was designed for indoor use and therefore it must not be
exposed to rain, snow or excessive amounts of dust.

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1. Laser aperture.
To clean the laser aperture window
from inside or to swap the aperture
plate for dierent type of aperture (i.e.
DiscoScan lens attachment bracket),
remove the four socket bolts that
hold the laser aperture in place and
remove it .
2. Aperture masking plate.
This metal masking plate can be
moved up and down when the locking
bolt is loosened. This useful safety
feature gives you an option to limit
the bottom of the laser output area
if necessary (for example to avoid
audience scanning) and also protects
the aperture glass during transport.
3. Attachment bracket.
The attachment bracket spins 360
degrees around the laser body whilst
it can be locked in desired position by
two small locking handles on sides.
Due to the sophisticated locking
mechanism there’s no need to use
excessive force when locking the
system in position.
4. Laser emission indicator.
When this indicator is lit up the laser
system is ready to emit the laser radia-
tion as soon as it receives instructions
from control software.
5. Optical compartment cover bolts.
To access the optical compartment of
the laser system undo 8 button hex
bolts and carefully remove the cover.
6. MicroWheel grating assembly port.
To open press the bottom of the cover.