picoLase Frosty showlaser user manual
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1. 18 Components and functions 5 Components and functions picolase picoLase Frosty themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 19 Components and functions 1 Laser aperture 2 MODE Button to switch the device on off and to select the operating mode Briefly press the MODE button to successively call the following operating modes M Automatic show in random order type Emotion the LED 5 constantly lights up red M Automatic show in random order type Smooth the LED 5 constantly lights up red Sound controlled show without strobe effect flashlight the LED 5 lights up blue when the built in microphone responds to the music Sound controlled show with strobe effect flashlight the LED 5 lights up blue when the built in microphone responds to the music 3 MIC Microphone for operating mode Music 4 IR Sensor for the infrared signal from the remote control th mann showlaser MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 20 Components and functions LED Indicates the current operating mode LPC Adjusts the brightness of the green laser diode 12DC Connection socket for the supplied power adapter When using another power adapter you have to make sure it pro vides the correct voltage the same plug polarity and enough power Fan picoLase Frosty themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 21 Components and functions Remote control 21 20 D 24 3 23 D D 6 B D DE th ma2. DANGER Laser radiation During installation follow these instructions Chapter 2 Safety instructions on page 7 WARNING Stray laser radiation Inadequately secured additional components may cause stray laser radiation Make sure that all additional components are adequately secured WARNING Risk of injury caused by falling objects Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment such as a safety cable or a safety chain showlaser Installation NOTICE Risk of overheating The distance between the light output and the illuminated surface must be more than 0 5 m 19 7 in Always ensure sufficient ventilation The ambient temperature must always be below 40 C 104 F picoLase Frosty themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 17 Installation Inserting the battery into the remote control themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Press the lock of the battery holder to the centre of the housing and pull out the battery holder like a drawer Insert the battery The battery is correct if the positive pole points to the housing base of the remote control Slide the battery holder back into the remote until it clicks into place When shipping the battery is already installed in the remote and protected against discharge by a transparent plastic foil Remove the plastic foil prior to first use showlaser
3. ST RVIKCE picoLase Frosty showlaser q m themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION user manual Musikhaus Thomann e K Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 19 07 2012 Table of contents a uu fF WN 10 Table of contents General OCS isiissis caccscaisscesaccccadcacciececssciecceasduesdescciscceiatsacsinsuuteastacesscacesctacuievasdocacedos eee enes teen en esse nen teen enes 4 Safety instructions Features Da sea Ath IN 5 aserne eee nannten ee Components and functions 0neennsenssensennennnsensennennennnnsennenneonnsnnenennennennnnenneennennnnnnnnen 19 Operating lee E E EAA AEA EARE 25 6 1 Starting up the device nunsnessseesssnnssennseunssennssenssennsssnnssnnsssensssnnssennssnunsennssnnsssnnssnnssnnssunsssnnnsen 25 6 2 Stopping the device Troubleshooting aa Cleaning a N E RR T r 29 Technical specifications cccccssssssssssssssssesssecssssscssesssssssessessssssscsssecsscssscsuccssessscesscsssessessseesseeses 30 Protecting the EnvironMent 0 cccccscsscsssscsssecssecssecesecsssccescesssecesccessecsuscesseesseccnscesseecsneeeseeesees 31 picoLase Frosty themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General notes 1 General notes Symbols and signal words themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the devi
4. ad from 1 slow to 9 fast or 0 no movement 28 Numeric keypad for direct value entering 29 To change the rotational direction of the effect in manual mode 30 No function th mann showlaser MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 24 Operating 6 Operating 6 1 Starting up the device Follow these steps to put the device into operation Check to see whether all laser safety precautions have been taken Make sure that nobody is in range of the laser beam If not already done connect the power adapter of the device to a mains power outlet ree Connect the DC supply cable of the power adapter to the 12DC socket 6 of the device Fan and motors start working after some seconds the laser beam turns on The unit is now operational If the unit does not turn on press the MODE button 2 on the device or the ON OFF button 20 on the remote control until the LED 5 lights up e picoLase Frosty themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 25 Operating 6 2 Stopping the device 1 Press the MODE button 2 on the unit or press the ON OFF button 20 on the remote control until the LED 5 turns off 2 Disconnect the DC supply cable of the power adapter from the 12DC socket 6 of the device th mann showlaser MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 26 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting DANGER Laser radiation inside the housing When troubleshooting follow these instructions amp Chapter 2 Safe
5. ce Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions Save this manual for future reference Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device If you sell the device to other users be sure that they also receive this manual Our products are subject to a process of continuous development We therefore reserve the right to make changes without notice This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual showlaser Signal word DANGER WARNING NOTICE Warning signs A picoLase Frosty General notes Meaning This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided Type of danger Warning laser radiation themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General notes Warning signs A A th mann showlaser MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Type of danger Warning suspended load Warning danger zone Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use Use the device only as described in this user manual Any other use or use under other oper at
6. expert e g the Technical Control Board TUV prior to commissioning showlaser Safety instructions Safety DANGER Danger for children Ensure that plastic bags packaging etc are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children Choking hazard Ensure that children do not detach any small parts e g knobs or the like from the unit They could swallow the pieces and choke Never let children unattended use electrical devices DANGER Laser radiation avoid exposure to beam The device contains a class 3B laser classified according to EN 60825 1 Do not look into the laser beam The laser beam can injure your eyes when you directly look into it Do not expose yourself to the laser beam The laser beam can cause skin burns In this context take extreme care when using converging optical instruments picoLase Frosty themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions WARNING Eye damage caused by high light intensity Never look directly into the light source WARNING Risk of epileptic shock Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights NOTICE Laser radiation risk of fire e Keep the area exposed to laser radiation free from flammable substances th mann showlaser MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 10 Safety instructions NOTICE Risk offire Do not block areas of ventilation Do not
7. ing conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use This device has been designed exclusively for show applications This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical sensorial and intellectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience Other persons may use this device only ifthey are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety picoLase Frosty themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions Laser safety basics themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Laser safety requirements are based on DIN EN 60825 1 The corresponding accident preven tion regulation of the Accident Prevention and Insurance Association in Germany is BGV B2 This device contains a class 3B laser As an operator you are responsible for the safety of all persons present Familiarize yourself with the laser safety regulations that apply in your country To ensure safe operation it is important to pay attention to the following instructions Prior to commissioning the company operator must appoint a qualified person as laser pro tection officer in writing and notify the operation of the laser equipment to the Accident Pre vention and Insurance Association and to the authority responsible for occupational safety In the event of public use the complete laser equipment must be approved by an
8. install the device near any direct heat source Keep the device away from naked flames NOTICE Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only To prevent damage never expose the device to any liquid or moisture Avoid direct sunlight heavy dirt and strong vibrations picoLase Frosty themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 11 Safety instructions themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION NOTICE External power supply The device is powered by an external power supply Before connecting the external power supply ensure that the input voltage AC outlet matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur rent circuit breaker Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos sibly the user Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire NOTICE Risk of fire due to incorrect polarity Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries showlaser 12 Safety instructions NOTICE Possible damage by leaking batteries Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period picoLase Frosty themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 13 Features 3 Features theman
9. n MUSIC IS OUR PASSION This compact showlaser is specially suited for discos clubs bars small stages etc It projects two colored patterns similar to broken ice or frozen windows that constantly change in form and size By the countlessly often broken laser beams a large area can be illuminated at appro priate distance with various figures Special features of this device Control via infrared remote control and via a button on the unit Built in automatic show programmes Sound control Various setup and mounting options Red laser diode 100 mW green laser diode 30 mW 50 mW The scope of delivery comprises of IR remote control with suitable button cell battery flexible tripod mounting plate with double joint arm mounting material power adapter showlaser 14 Installation 4 Installation Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit Keep the equipment packaging To fully protect the device against vibration dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage respectively You can place the device with the flexible tripod on a table or mount it with the multiple use double joint arm and the mounting plate to the wall the ceiling or the floor themann picoLase Frosty MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 15 Installation themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 16 gt gt
10. nn showlaser MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 22 Components and functions 20 ON OFF To switch the laser unit on and off 21 MUSIC Starts a sound activated auto show in random order Press the button again to switch between the normal music controlled show and the music controlled show with strobe effect flashlight In the operating mode Music the LED 5 on the device lights up blue when the built in microphone responds To modify the sensitivity and thus the response characteristic of the microphone press a key on the numeric keypad from 1 lowest sensitivity to 9 highest sensitivity 22 AUTO Starts an auto show in random order Press the button again to switch between the show types Emotion and Smooth The LED 5 on the device lights up red in operating mode Show 23 Toggles between various colour combinations Successively available are red green green red 24 Pauses a running show and restarts it picoLase Frosty themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 23 Components and functions 25 A Controls the strobe effect for the red colour in manual mode Press a button on the numeric keypad from 7 fast to 8 slow 0 off or 9 on 26 B Controls the strobe effect for the green colour in manual mode Press a button on the numeric keypad from 1 fast to 8 slow 0 off or 9 on 27 Ci Controls the effect speed in manual mode Press a button on the numeric keyp
11. of dirt on the optics of the device Clean with a soft cloth using normal glass cleaning products Always dry the parts carefully picoLase Frosty themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 29 Technical specifications 9 Technical specifications Laser medium Laser power Laser classification acc to EN 60825 1 2007 Beam diameter at outlet aperture Pulses Divergence per beam Divergence overall light Battery remote control Operating voltage supply Dimensions W x D x H Weight themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 30 Red 650 nm typical LD GaAlAs green 532 nm typical DPSS Nd YVO4 Red 100 mW green 40 mW 3B lt 5mm All pulses lt 4 Hz gt 0 25 s lt 2 mrad lt 160 Lithium button cell CR 2025 3 V DC 12 V 600 mA through supplied power adapter 117 mm x 92 mm x 46 mm 350g showlaser Protecting the environment 10 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate rial For the transport and protective packaging environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling Ensure that plastic bags packaging etc are properly disposed of Do not just dispose these materials with your normal household waste but make sure that they are fed to a recovery Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging Disposal of batteries Batteries must not be disposed of as domestic waste or thrown into fire Dispose of the bat teries according
12. to national or local regulations regarding hazardous waste To protect the environment dispose of empty batteries at your retail store or at appropriate collection sites picoLase Frosty themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 31 Protecting the environment Disposal of your old device This device is subject to the European directive 2002 96 EC Do not dispose the device with your normal household waste Dispose this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility When discarding the device comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country If in doubt consult your local waste disposal facility th mann showlaser MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 32 Notes picoLase Frosty themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 33 Notes th mann showlaser MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 34 Musikhaus Thomann e K Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany www thomann de
13. ty instructions on page 7 Any servicing of the unit with open housing must only be carried out by quali fied technicians For working on the device you have to wear suitable laser safety goggles In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting picoLase Frosty themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 27 Troubleshooting Symptom The unit does not work no light the fan does not run No response to remote control Remedy 1 Check the mains power connection and the main fuse 2 Check the connection between power adapter and laser unit 1 Try to use the remote control with a different angle to the sensor on the front panel If the device receives a signal from the remote control the LED 5 lights up briefly 2 Check the remote control battery If the procedures recommended above do not succeed please contact our Service Center You can find the contact information at www thomann de themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION showlaser 28 Cleaning 8 Cleaning DANGER Laser radiation When cleaning follow these instructions amp Chapter 2 Safety instructions on page 7 A Optical lenses Clean the exterior of accessible optical lenses periodically to optimise light output The fre quency of cleaning depends on the operating environment wet smoky or particularly dirty surroundings can cause more accumulation
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