OmniSistem Stinger 1 Series Owner's manual

STINGER
LASER AERIAL and BEAM DEVICE
(LABD)
Stinger 1 Series
User Information Guide
For 2.0 Series Red, Green and Blue
4.95mW STINGER LASER
Updated July 2009

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Table of Contents
Section Page number
Introduction 2
Getting started 2
Operating instructions 3
NEW LED Menu System 3
DMX Stand-alone Addressing 3
DMXTable 4
Effects and Color Control 4
CDRHlabeling 5
Recommended Positioning and Placement 5
BeamTargeting 5
FDAcompliance 6
Laser Safety 6
Warranty 6
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) 7
Troubleshooting 7
STINGER tips 8
Cleaning Your Stinger 8
This manual is written to guide you and help you become familiar with the features and capabilities of your new
Stinger Laser. If you have any questions that are not answered here please visit our website at www.omnisistem.com
or contact your local dealer.
The STINGER laser projector incorporates over 25 of the most popular aerial laser effects and features beam
targeting and chasing.
An extra wide scan angle is achieved by two high speed stepper motors driven by dual processors. This cutting edge
technology allows the STINGER to render high quality beam fans, tunnels, and other popular effects.
A Laser Aerial Beam Device (LABD) is not designed to project graphics images on a screen, wall, or any surface. It is
designed for aerial beam effects only. 4.95mW Laser effects are best viewed with fog machines or hazers.
Placement of your new laser should be given extra consideration. We recommend you point the laser above and
toward your desired audience viewing area.
If others are in the room, please warn them before turning on the laser.
You should never look directly into a laser beam
The Food and Drug Administration recommends that you avoid direct eye contact with any laser source
above 1mW. Because Laser light is coherent, there is a potential for eye damage from even low levels of
laser exposure. The STINGER uses two scanners to move the light around which makes it safe.
Partslist
1. STINGER (LAD) Unit
2. AC Cable
3. Yoke and Hardware (two knobs, two spacers)
4. DMX Interface Cable
5. Manual
If you are missing any parts please contact your dealer immediately.
INTRODUCTION
GETTING STARTED

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There are two modes of operation with the STINGER:
1. Stand-Alone Sound Activated Mode: Think of this as “Auto-pilot” The STINGER has a built-in
microphone allowing it to go along with music.
Note: Stingers are shipped in sound active mode (Mode 909)
2. DMX Mode: Requires a DMX-512 control console for live pattern changes.
To set the DMX address or Stand-alone Personality on your New Stinger
Stand-alone Sound Active Mode
1. The unit is pre-set in sound-active mode. Verify the correct voltage setting and plug in to power.
Please No Dimmers or Relay Packs.
2. Switch the unit on.
3. The unit will auto-run patterns to audio in the room. There is no duty cycle.
4. The setting for sound-active stand-alone operation is listed below:
909
DMX-512 Mode
1. Make certain the voltage select switch is in the proper position for your country’s voltage.
2. Plug the unit in to power and switch into the “On” position.
3. Press "Enter" to enter the address setting mode.
The first digit in line will begin flashing.
4. Press "Select" The selected digit will be flashing
5. Press either "U" for up or "D" for down to change the value of the selected digit (from 0 through 9).
6. Press "Enter" to save the new address.
7. Connect the DMX interface cable from unit to DMX-512 console.
8. On your DMX console, move the channel 1 fader up to a value of 15 and adjust the channel 3 fader to select
pattern as a quick test for communication.
9. After address has been changes, turn unit off and on again for new address to take affect.
10. You’re all set. Enjoy.
DMX Controls
The NEW Stinger Series offers up to 7 Channels of DMX-512 control. If you have purchased a single color laser
some of these values and channels may not be used. This is controlled at the PCB level of your product therefore
adjusting those faders will not damage the unit nor will it have any effect.
Ch.1 Beam On-Off / Color Select
Ch.2 Color Mode - Not Available on Single Color Models
Ch.3 Pattern Select
Ch.4 Pattern Speed
Ch.5 Not Available on Single Color Models
Ch.6 Not Available on Single Color Models
Ch.7 "Y" Axis Offset (Up and Down)
Channel 1 Beam Control
00-10 Beam Off
11-50 Beam On (Green/Red/Blue Stingers)
51-90 Green/Blue Only
91-130 Red Only
131-170 Beam On (Green/Red Stingers)
171-255 Beam Off (Slow)
Channel 2 Color Control - Not Used on Single Color Models
SETTING THE MODE VIA THE LED MENU
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Channel 3 Pattern Control
00-08 Beam Off
09-17 Beam Chase #1
18-26 Split Sky Horizontal
27-35 Split Sky Vertical
36-44 Flat Beam Fan
45-53 Rotating Beam Fan
54-62 Dual Counter Rotating Beam Fans
63-71 Tight Square Cone (rotates)
72-80 Dual Flat Beam Scan
81-89 Dual Sky (opens then closes)
90-98 Bouncing Beam Fan
99-107 Box Tunnel #1 (Closes "X" Axis Only)
108-115 Quad Tunnel (rotates)
116-125 Triangle Tunnel (rotates)
126-134 V-Sky
135-143 Dual Diagonal Fans #1
144-152 Dual Diagonal Fans #2
153-161 Box Tunnel #2 (Closes on "X" and "Y")
162-170 Quad Tunnel (fixed)
171-179 Counter Rotating Fans
180-188 Dual Beam Cones (tight)
189-197 Single Rotating Beam Fan
198-206 Dual Beam Fans (tight)
207-215 Dual Beam Fans (one flat, one rotates)
216-224 Beam Cone
225-233 Dual Rotating Square Cones
234-242 Beam Chase #2 (adjust channel 4 for effect)
243-255 Beam Chase #3 (adjust channel 4 for effect)
Channel 4 Pattern Speed
00-230 Fastest to Slowest
231-255 Freeze Frame (Pattern Hold)
Channel 5 X Axis amplitude (crunches down image, then inverts it top to bottom)
Channel 6 Y Axis amplitude (crunches down image, then inverts it side to side)
Channel 7 Y Axis Offset (allows user to raise and lower scan area)
00-13 Normal setting
14-53 Lowers "Y" Axis Offset
54-127 Raises "Y" Axis Offset
128-255 Snap to Center
There are several options available under DMX control. Below is a brief overview.
PATTERN
28 Base Patterns to include all your favorites like Liquid Sky, Tunnels, Fans, Beam Chases and much
more.
PATTERN SPEED and HOLD
Find a pattern you like and then adjust the speed to your liking; you can also “Freeze” the pattern by
simply pushing the channel 4 fader all the way up.
Y AXIS OFFSET
This feature enables you to raise or lower the position of your effect on cue.
PRIMARY COLOR CONTROL
Take control of the Green and Red to turn them on and off manually via DMX.
(Allows users with different models of Stinger to control individual COLORS)
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Front aperture warning label (Fig. 2)
Manufacturer Label (Fig. 3)
Warranty Label (Fig. 4)
The manufacturer’s Label (Fig. 3) meets all requirements for both IEC (IEC 60825-1) and CDRH
Compliance. This label is located on the bottom rear panel of the projector.
If the warranty label (Fig 4) is removed it will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
Shipping a Stinger in anything other than the original packing will also VOID the warranty.
If others are in the room, please warn them you are going to turn on the laser.
The Food and Drug Administration recommends that you avoid direct eye contact with any
laser source above 1mW. Therefore you should never aim a laser into the audience.
1. Select Beam Pattern via DMX.
2. Aim beams onto a joist or along the bottom of your trussing
3. Mark the position the beams are hitting on the joist/wall/truss
4. Install Bounce mirror.
5. For Permanent Installations we recommend the use of our bounce mirror installation bracket
(OmniSistem Part # SL-GBM-BKT)
6. Target or redirect the beam to another location in the facility
7. Mark the spot where the laser is hitting and mount another bounce mirror there. Repeat this
process for each beam until your installation is complete.
8. Once you are completed choose the beam chase pattern and you will have a professional grade
laser beam show.
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Safety Note:
Always make certain your mirrors and Laser are well secured. You don’t want a bounce mirror to fall and
hit anyone. In addition laser light is precise in its projection. Any movement over distance of the mirror
will be amplified and may result in a loss of targeting or misalignment.
For more features in your show or installation, we suggest any of our award-winning effects
such as our Diffraction Bounce Mirrors and Remote Burst Effects.
Your Stinger Laser System meets and exceeds all Federal Standards for Laser Products under
CFR1000-1040 except for Subchapter J of Laser Product Notice 52.
Laser Parameters
Stinger outputs CW (Continuous Wave Coherent Laser Light)
There are no scheduled maintenance requirements to keep this product compliant with 21 CFR
CDRH.
There are no user serviceable parts inside. Factory-trained personnel MUST do ALL service.
Any tampering or misuse will result in the voiding of the warranty. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN
THE LASER PROJECTOR FOR ANY REASON.
DO NOT DIRECT THE LASER ENERGY TOWARDS ANOTHER HUMAN BEING.
Shut off the main power prior to adjusting or cleaning the unit.
Do not turn the unit on if the housing is damaged or becomes damaged.
Stinger Laser Effects are for INDOOR USE ONLY.
DO NOT plug Stinger power into any dimmer or relay pack!
CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
STINGER 1 is CERTIFIED COMPLIANT BY:
OmniSistem Lights and Effects
6403 South 208th Street
Kent, WA 98032
253-395-9500 Phone
253-395-9494 Fax
UNITS RETURNED FOR SERVICE WITHOUT A RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER WILL BE
REFUSED. USER MUST CONTACT DEALER TO OBTAIN AN R.A. NUMBER PRIOR TO SHIPPING.
IMPORTANT: Units returned for service must be returned in ORIGINAL
PACKAGING. Otherwise charges will apply and the warranty will be void!
Product Stabilized Class Output Wavelength Medium
Stinger 1 R OST IIIR <4.95mW 635-680nm Solid-state
Stinger 1 G OST IIIR <4.95mW 532nm DPSS YVO4
Stinger 1 Y OST IIIR <4.95mW 532nm DPSS YVO4
OST IIIR <4.95mW 635-680nm Solid-State
Stinger 1 MC OST IIIR <4.95mW 532nm DPSS YVO4
OST IIIR <4.95mW 635-680nm Solid-State
Stinger 1 B OST IIIR <4.95mW 473nm DPSS
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Warranty:
OmniSistem Lights and Effects warrant the STINGER to be free from manufacturer defects for a period of
1 year from the date of purchase from OmniSistem or any of its Agents.
Extended warranties may be purchased from any Authorized OmniSistem Dealer.
Limited Warranty: Limited to proper use consistent with instructions contained in this manual. This product
is not covered in the case of misuse or neglect. Misuse and neglect is defined as performance or
conditions outside the parameters listed in this manual.
OmniSistem is not responsible for any damages that may occur due to misuse or neglect of this
equipment. Use is at the risk of the owner of said product and agrees by purchase and use to hold
harmless OmniSistem Lights and Effects from any actions that result in the misuse of this product.
Note: STINGER 4.95 mW DOES NOT REQUIRE A VARIANCE.
1. What power levels of laser require a variance?
Any laser with an output greater than 4.95mW, regardless of color, requires a variance.
2. Is a variance a license?
Contrary to popular opinion a variance is not a license. A variance is permission from the FDA to
deviate from one or more of the requirements of a standard when alternate steps are taken to assure
safety.
3. What is the 3-meter rule?
The FDA criteria for manned laser shows is that NO laser radiation Class IIIb and above be emitted
below 3-meters above the highest platform humans can stand on or 2.5-Meters horizontally and on the
sides of the projector or 2.5-Meters below the audience.
4. What agencies govern lasers?
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Center for Devices of Radiological Health (CDRH)
For outdoor application of lasers: FDA, CDRH and the FAA
Note: Arizona, Texas, and New York have additional requirements if you intend to use a
laser above 4.95mW. Contact OmniSistem for more information.
5. What are the rules regarding 4.95mW Lasers?
As a manufacturer we must state that the audience cannot be exposed to any outputs above Class I.
6. What are the classifications of the various outputs of lasers?
Class I Less than 0.39 microwatts (0.39 millionths of a watt
Class II Less than 1 mW (a thousandth of a watt)
Class IIIa 1 mW to 5 mW
Class IIIb 5 to 500 mW
Class IV 500 mW and above
You should NEVER expose the public to direct beams of laser light above CLASS I.
Troubleshooting:
Problem: Solution:
STINGER fan on, no laser output -Check mode of operation.
-Ensure that all the connections are tight.
-Verify the correct voltage and mode settings on rear of
unit (i.e. 909 for stand alone operation).
In stand alone sound activated mode
Tap on microphone (Hole on rear of unit). Cycle power.
In DMX mode
-The first position in DMX mode is “Beam off”. Move
DMX fader “up”.
-Verify address.
-Ensure that all the equipment you are using is
compatible.
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- Ensure your DMX signal lines are terminated.
STINGER on, no fan, no laser - Verify correct power setting, switch “ON”
If still no laser output, call OmniSistem Tech Support @ 253-395-9500 10am-4pm (PST)
Tips: Always use your STINGER in a responsible manner. Here are some tips for
use of the STINGER.
a. The STINGER is for indoor use only.
b. It’s best to use a fog machine or a hazer to make the beams more visible.
c. NEVER intentionally direct the beams at anyone’s eyes.
d. Beams will be more visible when used in a dark space.
e. Always mount the unit securely.
f. Periodically check the mounting hardware, tighten if necessary.
g. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Do not open unit.
Cleaning Front Optics
CAUTION : Applying too much pressure can easily break the special laser mirrors.
If this occurs the unit must be returned for replacement.
Note: If the beam is still fuzzy please contact our service department for a free evaluation
over the phone.
Fan Filter Pack
Your unit has been equipped with a fan filter pack to reduce the amount of fog fluid and airborne
contaminants from entering your projector. We recommend that you clean this filter once every 30 days or
as build up occurs. A blocked filter can impede the unit’s performance and cause a failure due to
overheating.
1. Remove the filter
2. Hand Wash the filter material in mild soapy water
3. Rinse with clean water to remove soap
4. Air Dry
5. Replace in filter pack when completely dry.
If your filter is damaged or has worn contact your Stinger Dealer
or our service department for a replacement.
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