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1. INSTRUCTION MANUAL Kam KMH Moving head lighting series M A N U A L V E RS ION 1 0 05 11 14 For the latest instruction manual updates and information on the entire Kam range visit www kam co uk Kam products are manufactured by Lamba ple Unit 1 Southfields Road Dunstable Bedfordshire United Kingdom LU6 3EJ Telephone 44 0 1582 690600 Fax 44 0 1582 690400 Email mail lambaplc com Web www lambaplc com If this product is ever no longer functional please take it to a recycling plant for environmentally friendly disposal Due to continuous product development specifications and appearance are subject to change Copyright Lamba plc E amp OE Thank you for purchasing this Kam product we are sure that it will serve you for many years to come To optimise it s performance please read these instructions carefully to familiarise yourself with the basic operations of the unit Please retain them for future reference This unit has been tested at the factory before being shipped to you To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire do not expose the unit to rain or moisture To prevent a fire hazard do not expose the unit to any naked flame sources Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or if it is unlikely to be used for long periods of time When installing the unit please ensure you leave enough space around the unit for ventilation Slots and openings in the unit are provided for ventilatio2. must be carried out with the following configuration Cable EU Cable US Pin International Brown Black Live L Light blue White Neutral N Yellow green Green Earth DMX 512 connection If you are using a standard DMX controller you can connect the DMX output of the controller directly to the DMX input of the first unit in a DMX chain If you wish to connect a DMX controller with other XLR outputs you will need to use adapter cables DMX OUT DMX IN XLR female XLR male 1 ground 2 minussignal 3 plus signal Connect the DMX output of the first unit in a DMX chain with the DMX input of the next unit in the chain Always connect the the output of one unit with the input of the next unit until all units are connected If you use a controller with 5 pin DMX connection you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter Overhead rigging Important the installation must be carried out by qualified service personal only Improper installation can result in serious injuries and or damage to property Overhead rigging required extensive experience Working load limits should be respected certified installation materials should be used the installed unit should be inspected regularly for safety e Make sure the area below the installation place is free from unwanted persons during rigging de rigging and servicing e Locate the unit in a well ventilated spot far away from any flammable materials and or liquids The fixture
3. ay attention to all laser safety warning sticker labels on the unit Select the installation location of your unit carefully Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or locations subject to vibration and excessive dust Do not use the unit where there are extremes in temperature below 41 F 5 C or exceeding 95 F 35 C Unpacking and safety Please unpack your new product carefully Your new product should reach you in perfect condition Please check that no damage has occurred during transit If any damage is found do not operate your unit Please contact the retailer you purchased it from immediately If there is any damage to the mains cable do not use the device Always disconnect the unit from the mains supply when carrying out any cleaning of the unit Manufacturer declarations A A sts ACE In compliance with the following requirements RoHS Directive 2002 95 EU and WEEE Directive 2002 96 EU If this product is ever no longer functional please take it to a recycling plant for environmentally friendly disposal CE declaration of conformity R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EU EMC Directive 2004 108 EU Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EU The declarations are available on application from certification lambaplc com Before putting the devices into operation please observe the respective country specific regulations AC power The unit is supplied with a power plug appropriate to its voltage Should any other connections be required they
4. d unit to the mains use the Function Setting menu on the unit to set the operating mode Function Setting blue LED display s FUNCTION SETTING Display Function Addr Set the DMX address for the unit Chnd Set the DMX channel mode Either 9 or 13 channels 0 0 Menu amp P Enter A ko Setthe unit to Auto mode Set the pre programmed show from 01 99 Set the unit to Sound to Light mode Addr d d5 ic Sad Setthe pre programmed show from 01 99 Chad H SCH 30H Riko H AUG iH AUSS F Ar Set the rear panel Function Setting LED display to turn off ee aga dLEd automatically OFF or remain on ON EESE Set the unit to run through a series of self tests Rotate the rear panel Function Setting LED display 180 Jess _3 5 Peo E d 5P Use when unit is mounted upside down kt AE Unit runtime k nE H GO00 H9999 CPU Software version cPu Hun 2 5E TR r5k Resets the unit Quick Start Guide Running in Auto mode 1 Use the rear panel Function Setting MENU button on the first moving head to find and select the Ait a function 2 Press the ENTER button to make your selection 3 Select any other moving heads on the unit and select Addr and then set each unit to the same number e g dOG i 4 Press the ENTER button to make your s
5. ddress Set each head to DMX address mode by pressing the MENU button until the display shows Addr press the ENTER button and then you will see the address menu e g dO i This number is the DMX address of each individual head Choose a number and then press the ENTER button to confirm your choice 9 DMX channel mode Channel Function WELT Function 1 Dimmer 0 255 From dark to bright 2 Strobe 0 255 From slow to fast 3 Red 0 255 Red from dark to bright 4 Green 0 255 Green from dark to bright 5 Blue 0 255 Blue from dark to bright 6 White 0 255 White from dark to bright 0 002 RGBW dimmer 3 223 Colour mixing 7 Effects 224 234 Snap colour changes from slow to fast 235 243 Fading colour changes from slow to fast 244 255 Sound control from slow to fast 8 Pan 0 255 Pan 9 Tilt 0 255 Tilt 13 DMX channel mode Channel Function WELT Function 1 Dimmer 0 255 From dark to bright 2 Strobe 0 255 From slow to fast 3 Red 0 255 Red from dark to bright 4 Green 0 255 Green from dark to bright 5 Blue 0 255 Blue from dark to bright 6 White 0 255 White from dark to bright 0 255 RGBW dimmer 3 223 Colour mixing 7 Effects 224 234 Snap colour changes from slow to fast 235 243 Fading colour changes from slow to fast 244 255 Sound control from slow to fast 8 Effects speed 0 255 From slow to fast 9 Pan 0 255 Pan 10 Tilt 0 255 Tilt 11 Pan speed 0 255 From
6. election Your Kam KMH moving head s will now operate in Auto mode Running in DMX Master Slave mode where all heads perform in exactly the same way Whether you have a 4 2 or single head unit this is the settings to get all heads to copy the actions of the first head or unit Start by setting the first unit or head to be the Master by pressing the MENU button and selecting Ait o followed by the ENTER button Next set all other heads units to be Slaves by pressing their MENU button until the display shows Addr press ENTER then set each head unit to the same number e g d0 Then press the ENTER button to confirm your choice Each head connected to the Master will now work as a Slave This process needs to be completed for each head and or units If you are connecting multiple units these will need to be connected via a DMX cable The routing is as follows connect a DMX cable from the DMX Output of the Master unit to the DMX Input of the next unit then another DMX cable from the second unit s DMX Output to the DMX input of the next unit and so on for all units connected in the chain Running in Individual DMX mode Whether you have a 4 2 or single head unit this is the settings to control each head seperately and have full control over its individual features This makes this product great for installations and creative DJs All KMH units have two DMX operating modes you can choose either 13 or 9 channel operation Setting the DMX a
7. fast to slow 12 Tilt speed 0 255 From fast to slow 0 50 No function 51 101 Pan reset 13 Reset 102 152 Tilt reset 153 203 Pan Tilt reset 204 255 Reset Important note on DMX addresses When assigning separate DMX address to different moving heads there needs to be separation between each number of the DMX addresses chosen For example in 9 channel DMX mode there needs to be 9 digit difference between the first head s DMX address and the second head s DMX address and then another 9 digit difference between the second head and the third head This changes to a 13 digit gap needed when operating in 13 channel DMX mode The tables below should give you a guide to DMX address setting DMX address setting in 9 Channel mode Unit head DMX address 001 010 019 028 037 046 055 and so on Add 9 DMX address setting in 13 Channel mode Unit head DMX address 001 014 027 040 053 079 and so on Add 13 Technical specifications Kam KMH1 RGBW multicolour mini moving head Mains power AC 110 240V 50 60Hz IEC mains input and output Control modes DMX512 Auto Sound to Light Master Slave Light source 1 x 10w CREE 4 in 1 LED Colours Red green blue and white Control setting 4 buttons plus function setting LED display Finish Powder black metal housing Operating temperature 10 40 DMX512 connections 3 pins XLR input male and outpu
8. must be fixed at least 50cm from surrounding walls The device should be installed out of reach of people and outside of areas where persons may walk by or be seated Before rigging make sure that the installation area can hold minimum point load of 10 times the device s weight The device should be well fixed a free swinging mounting is dangerous Do not cover any ventilation opening as this may result in overheating efore first time use the unit should be inspected for safety Inspection the unit regularly every year weeee Overview There are currently three different units in the Kam KMH series These are the quad moving head KMH4 the dual head KMH2 and the single head KMH1 way A The KMH series have been designed to link together in Master Slave mode Whether you have a four head a two head or a single head unit each of the individual moving heads can be accessed and operated as a single unit using the built in settings or via a DMX controller or DMX software You will notice that each moving head has its own blue LED display and set of function buttons Operation and selection of the correct mode for each head is very important to get the units to run in the way that you want them to perform In simple terms the individual heads can be operated in either Master Slave mode where all heads perform in exactly the same way or in individual DMX mode where each moving head is controlled separately After connecting your Kam Moving Hea
9. n to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating To prevent fire hazard the openings should never be blocked or covered The unit is powered by the mains always handle the power cable by the plug Never pull out the plug by pulling on the cable Never touch the power cable when your hands are wet as this could cause an electric shock Do not tie a knot in the cable The power cable should be placed such that it is not likely to be stepped on A damaged power cable can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock Check the power cord periodicaly if you ever find that it is damaged replace it before using the unit again Contact your retailer for a replacement The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit is to be used meets the requirements of the unit The lightning flash symbol inside a triangle is to alert the user to the presence high voltage within the unit s enclosure that may be of sufficient power to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons Caution to prevent the risk of electric shock do not attempt to open the unit No user serviceable parts inside Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel The exclamation mark inside a triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance Please read and p
10. t female DMX512 channels 9 13 Dimensions WxDxH 170 x 100 x 260mm Nett weight 1 5Kg Kam KMH2 Mains power RGBW multicolour dual moving head bar AC 110 240V 50 60Hz IEC mains input and output Control modes DMX512 Auto Sound to Light Master Slave Light source 2 x 10w CREE 4 in 1 LED Colours Red green blue and white Control setting 4 buttons plus function setting LED display x 2 Finish Powder black metal housing Operating temperature 10 40 DMX512 connections 3 pins XLR input male and output female DMX512 channels 9 13 Dimensions WxDxH 515 x 85 x 260mm not including brackets Nett weight 4 3Kg Kam KMH4 RGBW multicolour quad moving head bar Mains power AC 110 240V 50 60Hz IEC mains input and output Control modes DMX512 Auto Sound to Light Master Slave Light source 4 x 10w CREE 4 in 1 LED Colours Red green blue and white Control setting 4 buttons plus function setting LED display x 4 Finish Powder black metal housing Operating temperature 10 40 DMX512 connections 3 pins XLR input male and output female DMX512 channels 9 13 Dimensions WxDxH 1030 x 85 x 260mm not including brackets Nett weight 10 5Kg
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