Illuminator User Guide Compact 150W DMX+ Illuminator Models Covered by this manual: UFO 150 CDMX+G-A UFO 150 CDMX+P-A UFO 70 CDMX+G-A UFO 70 CDMX+P-A Universal Fiber Optics LLC, Issue 2 | Revised: 24072013 6119A Clark Center Avenue | Sarasota | Florida 34238 Tel : 1 (800) UFO 5554 | Tel : (941) 343 8115 www.fiberopticlighting.
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this UFO illuminator. Please read these instructions fully before connecting your unit to the electrical supply, and keep them for future reference. A high performance 150W metal halide illuminator for ultimate brightness which can be fitted with three wheels for decorative lighting effects.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Lighted Lamp is HOT: WARNING – To reduce the risk of FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS: 1. Unplug and allow to cool before replacing lamp. 2. Lamp gets HOT quickly! Only contact plug when turning on. 3. Do not touch hot lens, guard, or enclosure. 4. Do not remain in light if skin feels warm. 5. Do not look directly at lighted lamp. 6.
ILLUMINATOR LAYOUT Item Description 1 DMX connection Sockets 2 LED display and control buttons 3 Power LED 4 Mains power input 5 Lamp holder 6 Cooling fan 7 Motor Covers 8 Fiber port 9 4 x Access screws 10 3 4 x Mounting holes Compact DMX+ Illuminator Range
INSTALLATION GUIDE In order for the DMX+ illuminator to function safely and efficiently it must be installed according to this user manual. Please read all sections thoroughly before switching on the illuminator. POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Before plugging in the unit, please make sure that the supply is correct. Failure to do so could cause the unit to malfunction. The unit requires a 120VAC 60Hz supply and it MUST BE EARTHED. The illuminator units are provided with a cordset fitted with a standard plug.
INSTALLATION GUIDE (Continued) Verify that the supporting structure can safely bear the weight of all installed units, cables and any other equipment. For horizontal mounting, it is recommended that the illuminator is secured to a solid surface using 4 x M4 or M5 screws or bolts and the keyhole slots. This is particularly important if the illuminator location is not at ground floor level.
INSTALLATION GUIDE (Continued) CONNECTION There are 2 main connections required - the fiber port and the mains power supply. Connect and secure the fiber optic connector to the fiber port before connecting the electrical supply. Never run the illuminator with the fiber connector unplugged. For separate feed units, there will be additional power connections required. OPERATION After installing and connecting the illuminator as described above, all you have to do is turn the power on.
OPERATION (Continued) REAR PANEL CONTROLS Button Functions Menu Enter Up Down MENU FUNCTIONS Repeatedly pressing the MENU button cycles through the following modes: Mode Display Description Address ADDR Manually select the DMX address using up & down buttons. Press enter when selected Mode MODE Select either DMX or MASTER using up & down buttons. Press enter when selected. In MASTER the unit will control another unit set to DMX Program PROG Manually select from a range of standalone programs.
OPERATION (Continued) REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS 1. DMX OUT - standard 3-pin DMX output connector 2. DMX IN - standard 3-pin DMX input connector 3. AC IN - standard fused IEC power connector 4. DATA OUT - RJ45 connection to UFO RIU (remote indicator unit) The DMX wiring connections are detailed below: Like all data networks the DMX cable should be terminated on the DMX out of the last illuminator using a terminator plug.
OPERATION (Continued) The DMX+ illuminator has two modes of operation. STANDALONE MODE In standalone mode, the Compact DMX+ can be used in two ways - either as a single independent illuminator or in master/slave configuration with several illuminators connected together using DMX cables. In master/slave configuration all addresses are set the same and whatever program is selected on the master unit will also be executed on the slave units.
OPERATION (Continued) PROGRAMMING THE DMX+ Universal Fiber Optics 10
OPERATION (Continued) PROGRAMMING THE DMX+ 11 Compact DMX+ Illuminator Range
OPERATION (Continued) DMX CHANNEL INFORMATION Channel Function Fun no.
OPERATION (Continued) STANDALONE/MASTER PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS Prog Function Prog Function PA01 Color 9, no twinkle PC01 Snap color change 0-9, no twinkle PA02 Color 8, no twinkle PC02 Snap color change 1-9, no twinkle PA03 Color 7, no twinkle PC03 Snap color change 2-9, no twinkle PA04 Color 6, no twinkle PC04 Snap color change 3-9, no twinkle PA05 Color 5, no twinkle PC05 Snap color change 4-9, no twinkle PA06 Color 4, no twinkle PC06 Snap color change 5-9, no twinkle PA07 Col
MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE UNIT Disconnect unit from power supply and allow to cool before attempting any cleaning of the unit. The body of the unit can be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth - do not use any abrasives on the unit. The fans and vents should be kept clear by periodically blowing them out with compressed air. Non-abrasive glass cleaner can be used to clean the glass lens inside the unit.
MAINTENANCE LAMP REPLACEMENT 1) Unplug unit from electrical supply and allow to cool. 2) On the rear of the unit, unscrew the two knurled securing nuts (A) which hold the lamp holder in position. 3) Use the handle (B) to withdraw the lampholder from the light source. 4) Unplug the old lamp from its ceramic holder. 5) Plug the new lamp into the holder, making sure that you use a lamp of the same specification as to that which was removed. Also make sure not to touch the glass part of the lamp.
MAINTENANCE (continued) FUSE REPLACEMENT 1) Unplug unit from electrical supply and allow to cool. 2) The fuse is located in a drawer under the mains input connector. 3) Open the fuse drawer. 4) Withdraw fuse from its holder 5) Replace with identically specified fuse - see specification table in this manual. 6) Close the fuse drawer and power up the illuminator.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable cause(s) Remedy Main fuse blown Check and replace fuse. Unit is completely dead - Lamp and LED power indicator are not No power to unit illuminated Check that power is switched on and power supply is plugged in.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Description Compact 250W DMX+ Port connector size 30mm diameter Fiber type Glass & PMMA Supply voltage 120VAC 60Hz Lamp power 150W or 70W Start up current (150W) 0.85A @ 120VAC | (70W) 0.51A @ 120VAC Running current (150W) 1.54A @ 120VAC | (70W) 0.91A @ 120VAC Min. ambient temp. -20°C Max. ambient temp. 40°C Thermal protection Self reset thermal switch Ballast type Electronic Fan type Sunon SP101A & Papst 8800N Power cord IEC mains cable Main fuse 6.
Universal Fiber Optics LLC, 6119A Clark Center Avenue | Sarasota | Florida 34238 Tel : 1 (800) UFO 5554 | Tel : (941) 343 8115 www.fiberopticlighting.
