UNITY Lasers ELITE 2 ILDA User manual

USER MANUAL
ELITE 2 ILDA | ELITE 3 ILDA
ELITE 5 ILDA | ELITE 10 ILDA
Notice
AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE
TO DIRECT OR SCATTERED LIGHT
CLASS 4 LASER PRODUCT
Manufactured / Certified by
Unity Lasers s.r.o.
Odborárska 23
831 02 Bratislava
Slovakia, Europe
Classified per IEC 60825-1: 2014
Complies with US FDA CDHR laser safety
standards 21 CFR 1040.10 & 1040.11
and Laser notice 56

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED 3
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 3
GENERAL INFORMATION 3
SAFETY NOTES 4
LASER AND SAFETY NOTES 5
PRODUCT SAFETY LABEL LOCATION 7
PRODUCT SAFETY LABELS 8
INTERLOCK CONNECTION DIAGRAM 10
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING ESTOP SYSTEM 11
THEORY OF OPERATION 12
PROPER USAGE 12
RIGGING 12
OPERATION 13
SAFETY TESTS 15
 ESTOP FUNCTION 15
 INTERLOCK RESET FUNCTION POWER 15
 KEY SWITCH FUNCTION 15
 INTERLOCK RESET FUNCTION REMOTE INTERLOCK BYPASS 15
MODEL SPECIFICATION 16
 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ELITE 2 ILDA 16
 FRONT & REAR PANEL VIEW ELITE 2 ILDA 17
 DIMENSION DETAILS ELITE 2 ILDA 18
 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ELITE 3 ILDA 19
 FRONT & REAR PANEL VIEW ELITE 3 ILDA 20
 DIMENSION DETAILS ELITE 3 ILDA 21
 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ELITE 5 ILDA 22
 FRONT & REAR PANEL VIEW ELITE 5 ILDA 23
 DIMENSION DETAILS ELITE 5 ILDA 24
 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ELITE 10 ILDA 25
 FRONT & REAR PANEL VIEW ELITE 10 ILDA 26
 DIMENSION DETAILS ELITE 10 ILDA 27
ILDA PINOUT SPECIFICATION 28
TECHNICAL INFORMATION  MAINTENANCE 29
SERVICE 29

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Thank you for purchasing your purchase. To optimize the performance of your laser, please read these operating
instructions carefully and familiarize yourself with the basic operations of this system. These instructions
contain important safety information regarding the use and maintenance of this system as well. Please keep
this manual with the unit, for future reference. If you sell this product to another user, be sure that they also
recieve this document.
Notice
• We are constantly striving to improve the quality of our products. As such, the content of this
manual may be changed without notice.
• We have tried our best to guarantee the accuracy of this manual. If you have any questions or find
any errors, please contact us directly to help address this.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
INTRODUCTION
NAME
ILDA series Laser
Control cable  ILDA 10m
Power cord AC 1,5m
Keys for Projector key switch
Keys for E-stop box
E-stop box Unity
E- stop box connecting cable 10m
Remote interlock bypass 3pin
User guide
PCS
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Remark
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
• Open the package and carefully unpack everything inside.
• Ensure all parts are present and in good condition.
• Do not use any equipment that appears to be damaged.
• If any parts are missing or damaged then please immediately notify your carrier or local distributor.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The following chapters explain important information about lasers in general, basic laser safety and some
tips about how to use this device correctly. Please read this information as it contains critical information
you must be aware of, prior to using this system.

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SAFETY NOTES
WARNING! This projector is a Class 4 laser product. It must never be used for audience-scanning applications.
The output beam of the projector must always be at least 3 metres above the floor in the audience. See the
Operating Instructions section for further information.
Please read the following notes carefully! They include important safety information about the installation,
usage, and maintenance of this product.
• Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell this product to another user, be sure that they also
receive this document.
• Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting this product is within the range
stated on the decal or rear panel of this product.
• This product is not designed for use outdoors in adverse weather conditions. To prevent risk of fire or shock,
do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
• Always disconnect this product from the power source before cleaning it or replacing the fuse.
• Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
• If mounting it overhead, always secure this product to a fastening device using a safety chain or cable.
• In the event of serious operating problem, stop using the projector immediately. Never try to repair the unit
except in a controlled environment under trained supervision. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can
lead to damage or malfunction of the unit, as well as exposure to dangerous laser light.
• Never connect this product to a dimmer pack.
• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
• Never carry a product from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the hanging/mounting bracket or
the handles.
• Always avoid eye or skin exposure to direct or scattered light from this product.
• Lasers can be hazardous and have unique safety considerations. Permanent eye injury and blindness is
possible if lasers are used incorrectly. Pay close attention to each safety REMARK and WARNING statement
in this user manual. Read all instructions carefully BEFORE operating this device.
• Never intentionally expose yourself or others to direct laser light.
• This laser product can potentionally cause instant eye injury or blindness if laser light directly strikes the eyes.
• It is illegal and dangerous to shine this laser into audience areas, where the audience or other personnel
could get direct laser beams or bright refections into their eyes.
• It is a US Federal oense to shine any laser at aircraft.
• No service allowed by customer. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not attempt any
repairs yourself.
• Service is only to be handled by the factory or authorized factory trained technicians.
• Product is not to be modified by the customer.
• Caution - use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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LASER AND SAFETY NOTES
STOP AND READ ALL THE LASER SAFETY NOTES BELOW
Laser light is dierent from any other light sources with which you may be familiar. The light from this product
can cause eye and skin injury if not set up and used properly. Laser light is thousand of times more concentrated
than light from any other kind of light source. This concentratinon of light can cause instant eye injuries,
primarily by burning the retina (the light sensitive portion at the back of the eye). Even if you cannot feel “heat”
from a laser beam, it can still potentially injure or blind you or your audience. Even very small amounts of laser
light are potentionally hazardous even at long distances. Laser eye injuries can happen quicker than you can
blink. It is incorrect to think that because these laser entertainment products use high speed scanned laser
beams, that an individual laser beam is safe for eye exposure. It is also incorrect to assume that because the
laser light is moving, it is safe. This is not true.
Since eye injuries can occur instantly, it is critical to prevent the possibility of any direct eye exposure. It is not
legal to aim this laser projector into areas where people can be exposed. This is true even if it is aimed below
people’s faces, such as on a dance floor.
• Do not operate the laser without first reading and understanding all safety and technical data in this manual.
• Always set up and install all laser eects so that all laser light is at least 3 metres (9.8 feet) above floor on
which people can stand. See the “Proper Usage” section later in this manual.
• After set up, and prior to public use, test the laser to ensure proper function. Do not use if any defect is
detected.
• Laser Light - Avoid Eye or Skin Exposure to Direct or Scattered Light.
• Do not point lasers at people or animals.
• Never look into the laser aperture or laser beams.
• Do not point lasers in areas where people can potentionally be exposed, such as uncontrolled balconies, etc.
• Do not point lasers at highly reflective surfacesm such as windows, mirrors and shiny metal objects. Even
laser reflections can be hazardous.
• Never point a laser at aircraft, as this is a US Federal oense.
• Never point un-terminated laser beams into the sky.
• Do not expose the output optic (aperture) to cleaning chemicals.
• Do not use the laser if the housing is damaged, open, or if the optics appear damaged in any way.
• Never leave this device running unattended.
• In the United States, this laser product may not be purchased, sold, rented, leased or loaned for use unless
the recipient possesses a valid Class 4 laser light show variance from the US FDA CDRH.
• This product must always be operated by a skilled and well-trained operator who is familiar with the data
included in this manual. Note that use of this projector in the United States also requires a valid Class 4 laser
light show variance from the CDRH as stated above.
• The legal requirements for using laser entertainment products vary from country to country. The user is
responsible for the legal requirements at the location/country of use.
• Always use appropriate lighting safety cables when hanging this projector overhead.

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LASER EMISSION DATA
• Class 4 Laser Projector - Avoid Eye and Skin Exposure to Direct or Scattered Light!
• This Laser Product is designated as Class 4 during all procedures of operation.
• Further guidelines and safety programs for safe use of lasers can be found in the ANSI Z136.1 Standard
“For Safe Use of Lasers”, available from the Laser Institute of America: www.laserinstitute.org. Many
local governments, corporations, agencies, military and others, require all lasers to be used under the
guidelines of ANSI Z136.1.
UNITY Lasers s.r.o.
• Laser Classification Class 4
• Red Laser Medium AlGaInP, 639 nm, depending on model
• Green Laser Medium InGaN, 520-525 nm, depending on model
• Blue Laser Medium InGaN, 445 nm to 465 nm depending on model
• Beam Diameter <10 mm at aperture
• Divergence (each beam) <2 mrad
• Maximum total output power 2 – 11,5 W, depending on model
LASER COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
• This laser product complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviations
pursuant to Laser Notice No. 56, dated May 8, 2019. This laser device is classified as a Class 4
demonstration laser product.
• No maintenance is required to keep this product in compliance with laser performance standards.

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PRODUCT SAFETY LABEL LOCATION
FRONT PANEL
1. Aperture Label
2. Hazard Warning Symbol
3. Laser Light Warning Label
TOP PANEL
4. Aircraft Warning Label
5. Logotype Danger Label
6. Manufacturer Label
7. Certification Label
8. Interlocked Housing Label (duplicate label is located inside the laser projector and is visible when the
top cover is removed)
See next page for large reproductions of the product labels. All these labels must be intact and legible prior
to using the projector.

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PRODUCT SAFETY LABELS
IEC 60825 - 1:2014
___W AT ________nm
Diode Laser
__ W MAX OUTPUT AT __ nm
__ W MAX OUTPUT AT __ nm
__ W MAX OUTPUT AT __ nm
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
Logotype Danger Label
Hazard Warning Symbol
Aperture Label
Aircraft Warning Label
Interlocked Housing Label

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Laser Light Warning Label
Manufacturer Label
Certification Label

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INTERLOCK CONNECTION DIAGRAM

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING E-STOP SYSTEM
Connect the E-stop box to the 3-pin interlock connector on the rear of the laser projector using a 3-PIN XLR
cable.
** Note that the E-stop box has an available secondary interlock port. The secondary port is to be used to interface a secondary
interlock device (e.x. door switch or pressure sensitive step pad). If a secondary interlock device is NOT used then the secondary
port must have the bypass shunt plug inserted.
The diagram below outlines the pinout configuration for the 3-pin connection from E-STOP box to the rear of
the projector.

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“UNITY Laser projector” is supplied with “E-Stop Box” and “Remote Interlock Bypass” including one cable. If
user doesn’t need additional “User E-Stop Switch”, “Remote Interlock Bypass” should be inserted into “Remote
Interlock Connector” on “E-Stop Box”. If the user would like to use additional “User E-Stop Switch”, “Remote
Interlock Bypass” should be removed from “User E-Stop Connector” on “E-Stop Box”. If the „User E-Stop
switch“ is used, then laser emission is ONLY possible, when it is in CLOSED state, and also all other safety
features are satisfied (e.g. mushroom switch, keyswitches, scanfail safety, ...)
THEORY OF OPERATION
This product is for overhead mounting only. For safety purposes, this projector should be mounted on steady
elevated platforms or sturdy overhead supports using suitable hanging clamps. In all cases, you must use
safety cables.
International laser safety regulations require that the laser products must be operated in the fashion illustrated
below, with a minimum of 3 metres (9.8 ft.) of vertical separation between the floor and the lowest laser light
vertically. Additionally, 2.5 metres of horizontal separation is required between laser light and the audience or
other public spaces.
The audience area can be passively protected by sliding the aperture cover plate upwards and fixing it in
proper position by the two thumb screws.
PROPER USAGE
Projector
Beams
3 meters
• Be sure that the structure onto which you are mounting this product can support its weight.
• Mount the product securely. You can do this with a screw, a nut, and a bolt. You may also use a mounting
clamp if rigging this product onto a truss. The U-shaped support bracket has three mounting holes which
may be used to secure the clamps to the projector.
• When mounting this product overhead, always use a safety cable.
• Always consider ease of access to the unit before deciding on a location for this product.
RIGGING

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Caution – use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
This Laser Product is designated as Class 4 during all procedures of operation.
REMINDER: In the United States, this laser product may not be purchased, sold, rented, leased or loaned for
use unless the recipient possesses a valid Class 4 laser light show variance from the US FDA CDRH.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWERING ON THE LASER SYSTEM
1. Connect power cable and E-stop.
2. Connect the 3-pin Interlock cable between the E-stop box and projector, pull up the red mushroom switch
and turn on the key switch. Press the start button. Confirm secondary E-stop port has either the bypass
plug installed or a secondary interlock device attached.
3. Connect the DB25 ILDA cable(s) to the projector. Then connect to any software box (for example Pangolin
QuickShow FB3 or FB4 hardware), and then select the pattern on software. Notice; please choose “Allow
laser output” in software.
See the next page for demonstration photos.
OPERATION

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR TURNING OFF THE LASER SYSTEM
1. Turn o the key switch; and deactivate via the red mushroom switch on the E-stop box. You can remove the
3-pin Interlock bo too, if the laser will be kept for no use. (We recommend having a professional operator
to keep the keys and 3-pin Interlock switch.)
2. Turn o the power to the projector via the power switch.

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E-STOP FUNCTION
• With the projector operating and projectin laser light, press the E-stop switch. The projecor must shut
o immediately.
• Fully extend the red E-stop switch, until a yellow collar is visible on the switch stem. The projector
must not emit any laser light.
• Press the start button on E-stop box. The projector should now re-start and begin emitting laser light.
• Verify that the emission indicator is now lit.
SAFETY TESTS
INTERLOCK RESET FUNCTION (POWER)
• With the projector operating and projecting laser light, unplug the AC power cable. The projector
must shut o immediately.
• Plug the power cable back in. The projector must not emit any laser light.
• Press the start button on the E-stop box. The projector should now re-start and begin emitting laser
light.
• Verify that the emission indicator is now lit.
KEY SWITCH FUNCTION
• With the projector operating and projecting laser light, turn the key switch on the remote E-stop
control unit to o. The projector must shut o immediately.
• Turn the key switch back to on. The projector must not emit any laser light.
• Press the start button on the E-stop box. The projector should now re-start and begin emitting laser
light.
• Verify that the emission indicator is now lit.
If any of the above tests fail, the projector must be taken out of service and returned to the manufacturer
for repair.

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MODEL SPECIFICATION
Product specification (Elite 2 ILDA)
Type of laser:
Guaranteed optical output:
Suitable for:
Control signal:
Scanning system:
Scan angle:
Safety:
Weight:
Package includes:
R | G | B [mw]:
Beam size [mm]:
Beam divergence:
Modulation:
Power requirements:
Consumption:
Operation temperature:
Ingress rating:
System features:
Laser safety features:
Notice:
Dimensions [cm]:
full-colour, semiconductor diode laser system
> 2,000mW
small to medium indoor / outdoor laser shows and laser
graphic displays
ILDA - We recommend Pangolin FB3QS and QuickShow
30,000 points per second @ 8°
50°
fully complies with the latest EN 60825-1, and FDA
regulations
8 kg
Heavy duty flight case, power cord, 10m ILDA signal cable,
E-STOP box with 10m cable, set of 4 safety keys, 3-pin
interlock bypass plug, user guide.
390 | 650 | 1100
2 x 4
<1mrad [full angle]
Analog, 100kHz
100-230V/50Hz
max. 150W
10-40 °C
IP 20
All the adjustments such as power output of each colour,
X & Y axes invert, X & Y size and position, etc. Scanning
system protection, daisy chain of emergency STOP signal
for multiple system “one-hit” operation.
Keyed interlock, emission delay, magnetic interlock, scan-
fail safety, mechanical shutter, adjustable aperture masking
plate.
*Due to Advanced Optical Correction technology used
in our laser systems the optical power output of each
laser colour within the system may slightly dier from the
specification of respective laser module(s) installed.
This does not aect the total guaranteed power output.
Length: 238
Width: 246
Height: 175

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Front & Rear panel view (Elite 2 ILDA)
NO. Name Function
1. Laser Aperture Laser output, do not look directly into this aperture.
2. Aperture masking
plate
3. Laser emission
When this indicator is lit up the laser system is ready to emit the
laser radiation as soon as it receives instructions from control
software.
10. Power in & out
AC100-240V power input and output sockets. With output
feature you can connect the device to one another using the
input and output sockets. They must be the same fixtures. DO
NOT mix fixtures.
8. Fuse Current rating 3.15A, slow acting type.
4. DB25 IN & OUT DB25 interface in and out for ILDA mode
11. Safety eyelet Use this together with appropriate safety wire to secure the
system against unexpected fall.
Can be moved up and down when two locking bolts are
loosened. The masking plate can also be attached to the top of
the aperture.
5. Function knob For X Y moving, invert & size; R, G, B brightness adjustment.
6. Laser output is available only when the interlock is connected.
It could be used to connect a laser emergency switch.
3-Pin Interlock
7. Key switch Turn the key switch ON to allow laser output.
9. Power ON/OFF Power on/o

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Dimension details (Elite 2 ILDA)

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Product specification (Elite 3 ILDA)
Type of laser:
Guaranteed optical output:
Suitable for:
Control signal:
Scanning system:
Scan angle:
Safety:
Weight:
Package includes:
R | G | B [mw]:
Beam size [mm]:
Beam divergence:
Modulation:
Power requirements:
Consumption:
Operation temperature:
Ingress rating:
System features:
Laser safety features:
Notice:
Dimensions [cm]:
full-colour, semiconductor diode laser system
> 3,100mW
small to medium indoor / outdoor laser shows and laser
graphic displays
ILDA - We recommend Pangolin FB3QS and QuickShow
30,000 points per second @ 8°
50°
fully complies with the latest EN 60825-1, and FDA
regulations
8 kg
Heavy duty flight case, power cord, 10m ILDA signal cable,
E-STOP box with 10m cable, set of 4 safety keys, 3-pin
interlock bypass plug, user guide.
610 | 800 | 1760
2 x 4
<1mrad [full angle]
Analog, 100kHz
100-230V/50Hz
max. 150W
10-40 °C
IP 20
All the adjustments such as power output of each colour,
X & Y axes invert, X & Y size and position, etc. Scanning
system protection, daisy chain of emergency STOP signal
for multiple system “one-hit” operation, internal fuse.
Keyed interlock, emission delay, magnetic interlock, scan-
fail safety, mechanical shutter, adjustable aperture masking
plate.
*Due to Advanced Optical Correction technology used
in our laser systems the optical power output of each
laser colour within the system may slightly dier from the
specification of respective laser module(s) installed.
This does not aect the total guaranteed power output.
Length: 238
Width: 246
Height: 175

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Front & Rear panel view (Elite 3 ILDA)
NO. Name Function
1. Laser Aperture Laser output, do not look directly into this aperture.
2. Aperture masking
plate
3. Laser emission
When this indicator is lit up the laser system is ready to emit the
laser radiation as soon as it receives instructions from control
software.
10. Power in & out
AC100-240V power input and output sockets. With output
feature you can connect the device to one another using the
input and output sockets. They must be the same fixtures. DO
NOT mix fixtures.
8. Fuse Current rating 3.15A, slow acting type.
4. DB25 IN & OUT DB25 interface in and out for ILDA mode
11. Safety eyelet Use this together with appropriate safety wire to secure the
system against unexpected fall.
Can be moved up and down when two locking bolts are
loosened. The masking plate can also be attached to the top of
the aperture.
5. Function knob For X Y moving, invert & size; R, G, B brightness adjustment.
6. Laser output is available only when the interlock is connected.
It could be used to connect a laser emergency switch.
3-Pin Interlock
7. Key switch Turn the key switch ON to allow laser output.
9. Power ON/OFF Power on/o