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OPERATION MANUAL
JB SYSTEMS
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CYCLOPE
DMX-CONFIGURATION OF CYCLOPE:
1 CHANNEL MODE
4 AND 10 CHANNEL MODE
What are patterns?
Patterns are different static (non moving) combinations of LEDs on a LED-cluster.
When the value of CH1 is set between 000 and 119, you can use CH2 to select 25 different patterns.
Use CH3 to change the strobe frequency of the selected patterns.
What are chases?
Chases are a series of patterns put in a loop to create dynamic (moving) effects.
When the value of CH1 is set between 120 and 239, you can use CH2 to select 25 different chases.
Use CH3 to change the speed of the selected chases.
Three DMX-modes are available: 1CH, 4CH and 10CH mode:
1 channel mode:
Extremely user friendly mode: you only need 1 DMX channel to choose 1 of the 11 preprogrammed
sound chases or you can use our Effect commander to switch the unit ON/OFF (no switch pack needed).
4 channel mode:
Saves DMX-channels on your controller but all LED clusters react identically.
Channel 1: mode selection (pattern, chase, stand-alone)
Channel 2: select patterns or chases.
Channel 3: strobe speed (pattern mode) or chase speed (chase mode)
Channel 4: general dimmer
10 channel mode:
Uses more DMX-channels on your controller but all LED clusters can be controlled individually so you
have total control!
Channel 1: mode selection (pattern, chase, stand-alone)
Channel 2-8: select a different pattern or chase for each of the 7 LED-clusters:
o
Channel 2: LED cluster 1
o
Channel 3: LED cluster 2
o
…
o
Channel 8: LED cluster 7
Channel 9: strobe speed (pattern mode) or chase speed (chase mode)
Channel 10: general dimmer
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OPERATION MANUAL
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CYCLOPE
HOW TO OPERATE THE UNIT
Every time you turn the unit on, it will show L777 on the display
YOU CAN OPERATE THE UNIT IN 3 WAYS:
o
By master/slave built-in preprogram function
o
By CA-8 easy controller
o
By universal DMX controller (4 & 10 channel DMX mode)
BY MASTER/SLAVE BUILT-IN PREPROGRAM FUNCTION:
Select this function when you want an instant show. By linking the units in master/slave connection, the
first unit will control the other units to give an automatic, sound activated, synchronized light show. Its DMX
input will have nothing plugged into it, and its master-LED will be constantly on and sound-LED will flash to
the music.
Important! This function only works when the blackout mode in the menu of the master is set to
OFF, otherwise nothing will happen! Read more about this option in the “How to setup” paragraph.
MASTER has 12 built-in shows:
You can select
(show 0) to
(show 12) directly in
the menu of the master.
SLAVES have 2 working options:
These units are set to slave mode (slave-LED is constantly on). In
order to create a great light show you can introduce contrast movements
In the menu of the slave
units you can go to option
and select:
o
Normal slave:
slave works in sync with the master.
o
2 light show:
slave works in opposite with the master.
BY EASY CONTROLLER:
When used in Master/slave mode we strongly advice you to use the CA-8 “Easy
controller” Just connect this small controller to the 1/4” jack of the master unit, and you
will be able to control the following
FUNCTIONS:
Standby
Blackout the unit
Function
Sound strobe
Select one of the 12 chases
Mode
Strobe/ Sound (LED off)
Chase (LED ON)
MAINTENANCE
Make sure the area below the installation place is free from unwanted persons during servicing.
Switch off the unit, unplug the mains cable and wait until the unit has been cooled down.
During inspection the following points should be checked:
All screws used for installing the device and any of its parts should be tightly fastened and may not be
corroded.
Housings, fixations and installations spots (ceiling, truss, suspensions) should be totally free from any
deformation.
When an optical lens is visibly damaged due to cracks or deep scratches, it must be replaced.
The mains cables must be in impeccable condition and should be replaced immediately when even a
small problem is detected.
In order to protect the device from overheat the cooling fans (if any) and ventilation openings should be
cleaned monthly.
The interior of the device should be cleaned annually using a vacuum cleaner or air-jet.
The cleaning of internal and external optical lenses and/or mirrors must be carried out periodically to
optimize light output. Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates: damp,
smoky or particularly dirty surroundings can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the unit’s optics.
Clean with a soft cloth using normal glass cleaning products.
Always dry the parts carefully.
Clean the external optics at least once every 30 days.
Clean the internal optics at least every 90 days.
Attention: We strongly recommend internal cleaning to be carried out by qualified personnel!