ParaGrafix PGMS LOST IN SPACE JUPITER 2 User manual

Main Consoles
Über-DetailingU
Piloting Station
Replace kit parts 83, 86, 87, & 88 with 1/32”
(0.8 mm) clear plastic as a base for the
photoetched parts. Alternatively, the main
consoles (86, 87 & 88) can be flipped over,
though you will want to sand the backs to make
them extra smooth. (Paint part 15 black before
assembly.)
Part 15 has an open hub so that you can mount it to a motor drive
to make it spin like the real thing.
Main Consoles
UÜber-Detailing
Materials
Raised Detail
Lighting Options
Installation Parts Order
Decals
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing ParaGrafix’s photoetch set for the Moebius Models 1:35 scale Jupiter 2 kit. Exact down to the last
detail, this set is ideal for lighting* and includes translucent backlight overlays that even out lighting for the larger displays. In
addition, we have included decals expertly printed by JT Graphics (jt-graphics.com) to bring out every switch and button.
* Electronics are not included.
In addition to the photoetch, you will also need scissors or a knife* to remove individual pieces from the main fret, a file to remove material
left from cutting**, and super glue (aka CA or cyanoacrylate). We also recommend the use of a clear filler
* We prefer a #17 Xacto chisel blade.
** A diamond type file works best. Tamiya makes one especially for photoetch, though inexpensive alternatives are available.
Each part of these instructions notes an area where the raised kit detail must be removed. This may be done in whatever way you are most
comfortable: sanding, filing, chiseling. Note that in most cases the surface does not need to be perfectly smooth as the photoetched part will
replace the “lost” kit detail.
Unless otherwise noted, you can prep areas for lighting by removing plastic from areas where there are through holes in the photoetch. You
can then backlight the photoetch. For best results, we suggest using Micro Kristal Klear from Microscale Industries (www.microscale.com) to
fill the through holes. Even if you will not be lighting the pieces, use MKK to provide a level (or even slightly raised) surface for the decal.
The installation order is entirely up to you. We do suggest, though, that only the photoetch be applied before painting the model. For best
results, paint and apply decals before assembling the interior.
Please read the decal instructions on the back page.
Materials
Raised Detail
Lighting Options
Installation Parts Order
Decals
Kit part (plastic):
Photoetched part:
KeyKey Decal:
Backlight Film:
1 A
1 A
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Interior Photoetch Set ParaGrafix
Modeling Systems
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STOP
TRIPOD
CONTROL
LIFTOFF READY
ROCKETS
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LOWRANGE
HYPERDRIVE
LIFTOFF READY
ROCKETS
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Instructions V1.2

UÜber-DetailingUÜber-Detailing
Mount the computer tape drives (etch parts 17) on motors to
make them spin.
Upper Consoles
Piloting Station
Repeat three times.
Scribe off the inner raised detail from kit parts 28 before applying
the photoetch and decals. Note that there are two etch parts 2
with matching decals A and one etch part 3 with matching decal
E. The unit with 3/E goes in the center location.
Upper Consoles
Wall SpeakerWall Speaker
Scribe off the kit wall speaker and replace.
I13
Computer / Circuitry Wall
Scribe off the raised kit detail before applying photoetch. Add
grab handles (etch parts 18) into the slots in etch parts 6 & 7 after
applying decals.
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GENERALALARM
CONTROL PANEL TEXT
TINY UNREADABLE
TEXT LABEL
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7
18
8
17
23
X
Elevator Controls
Scribe off the raised kit detail before applying photoetch.
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24
89
3
2
E
A
Repeat Three Times
Freezing Tube Walls
2Scribe off the raised kit detail before applying photoetch
Repeat Three Times
15
C D C
21 16 21
28
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Armory Wall
Scribe off the kit wall speaker and replace. Pod Access Wall Remove airlock door controls and replace. Photoetched part 25
completely replaces kit part 76 and etch part 13 replaces kit part
68.
Ladder Wall
Scribe off two sets of raised outer buttons on kit part 84 and
replace.
Airlock Controls
Scribe off raised detail and replace.
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84
28
29
W
Z
AIRLOCK
AIRLOCK
STATUS
AIRLOCK
CYCLE
AIRLOCK
CLOSE
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AIRLOCK
AIRLOCK
STATUS
AIRLOCK
CYCLE
AIRLOCK
CLOSE
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25
Communications Station
Scribe off the raised kit detail before applying photoetch. If not
lighting the kit, paint the area behind etch part 1 white, the apply
your choice of display screen B.
Remove
If Lighting
1
9
13 10
11
B
Q
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M
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2 times
4 options
Piloting Controls
Scribe off raised detail and replace.
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ParaGrafix
Modeling Systems
148 Rocklawn Ave.
Attleboro MA 02703 USA
[phone]
www.ParaGrafix.biz
Thank you to Frank Winspur and Dave Metzner of Moebius
Models for making such a great kit, and for their help and
encouragement during the development of this add-on set. THE FANTASY WORLDS
OF IRWIN ALLEN
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Important: Please Read
WARNING:
DECAL INSTRUCTIONS The JT-Graphics decals you have purchased are coated with
Decals are best applied to a glossy surface. Apply glossy paint or Testor's Clear Flat Lacquer. Using an Enamel clear coat such as
spray a clear gloss coating on your model before applying decals. Krylon or Rustolium may cause damage to the decal.
Carefully cut out the decal from the sheet and, using tweezers, dip A known fact is that you can apply lacquer over enamel, but not
the decal into plain water for 5 seconds or until the blue backing enamel over lacquer. Therefore, it is suggested that after
changes to a darker blue. applying the decals, you only coat (seal) your model with a
lacquer clear coat to avoid damaging the decals. Acrylic
Leaving the decal in the water too long may result in the glue enamel may not react to the lacquer, but it has not been tested.
washing off the decal. Lay the decal on your work surface for 30 Another suggestion is to use a piece of the decals, (such as the
seconds, and then slide the decal off the backing paper into JT-Graphics logo or an optional decal you do not plan on using)
position on your model. Gently blot the excess water. Allow too and test it. Apply your test decal to a painted surface similar to
dry. Once the decals have dried thoroughly, you can use a sharp the one you will be applying to and test it against the clear coat
knife to gently cut and remove the excess decal film. Apply a you wish to use.
second coat of clear finish over the model to seal the decals. Besides using Testor's Clear lacquer as a sealer, you can also
A decal set may be used to help the decal conform to irregular use Future Floor Wax as a clear coat.
surfaces and hides the decal film. This makes the artwork appear Any problems or Questions contact:
to be painted on the model, rather than applies by decal. Jeffrey Waclawski 410-574-3220
Another method used is to create an equal mixture of water and [email protected]
white glue (Elmer's). Using a brush, apply the mixture to the
surface. While still wet, apply the decal. The glue will help the
decal adhere to the surface and will dry clear. Once dry, wet a Q-
tip and remove any excess glue from the model and decal by
brushing out from the center of the decal. Brushing into the center
may cause the decal edge to lift.
Important: Please Read
WARNING: