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UltraViolet Light Source

Operation Manual

250 Watt Spot

250 Watt Flood

400 Watt Flood

A Unit of Xenotech-Strong International

4350 McKinley Street

Omaha, Nebraska 68112

USA

Telephone: 402/453-4444 Toll Free Telephone in U.S.: 800/936-6832 Fax: 402/452-7238

E-Mail: info@nocturnuv.com

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Page 1 250 Watt Spot 250 Watt Flood 400 Watt Flood A Unit of Xenotech-Strong International 4350 McKinley Street Omaha, Nebraska 68112 Telephone: 402/453-4444 Toll Free Telephone in U.S.: 800/936-6832 Fax: 402/452-7238 E-Mail: info@nocturnuv.com ©2002 Nocturn Ultraviolet Visual Effects - All Rights Reserved...
Page 2 Document Number: 890-0022 Rev. C (5-02) Material contained in this manual is the property of NOCTURN, a unit of Xenotech-Strong International. No information may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or for any purpose without prior written consent from NOCTURN.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ......................3 Caution/ Warning Statements ..............3 System Description ..................4 Specifications ....................5 Allowable Ambient Conditions ..............5 Receiving, Inspection and Storage ..............6 Receiving and Handling ................6 System Inspection ..................6 Storage ......................7 III.
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION The NOCTURN UltraViolet Light Source is intended to provide a source of illumination for fluorescent materials. The fixture can be used in a variety of applications where high inten- sity fluorescent illumination is desirable, such as entertainment, special effects, industrial, and scientific uses.
Page 5: System Description
The clamp will accommodate 1-1/2” to 2” diameter pipes. Alternately, the yoke incorporates a 1/2” hole to accommodate either a Baby or Standard pin for use on a stand. NOCTURN recommends that the supplied safety cable be attached during installation to prevent the fixture from dropping .
Page 6: Specifications
System Specifications DMX Specifications Compatibility per USITT (1992). Electrical Specifications - 250 Watt Fixtures Lamp type......NOCTURN UV Enhanced Double-Ended Linear HID Lamp Power (Nominal)................250 Watts Lamp Life............1,000 Hours/ Optimal UV-A Output Input Line Voltage..........120/ 208/ 240 (Assigned at Factory) Input Line Frequency........50 Hz/ 60Hz (Assigned at Factory) Fixture Weight ....................23 Lbs.
Page 7: Receiving, Inspection And Storage
Consult the trouble shooting sec- tion of this manual. If the problem is not solved, call NOCTURN for technical assistance. 1) Visually inspect the power cord, plug and safety cable to be sure there is no evidence of damage caused by fraying or kinking.
Page 8: Storage
Storage The fixture should remain closed and the lamp removed if long term storage is necessary. The lamp should be placed back into its original container and kept with the fixture for re- installation. The fixture may be stored in an open environment where dirt or dust accumula- tion can be avoided.
Page 9: System Installation
III. SYSTEM INSTALLATION The fixture can be used in various locations with a minimal amount of installation time and effort. While the most common installation is to a pipe or truss, the fixture can be easily changed for use on a stand. Installation and Adjustment The fixture comes with a heavy-duty clamp as a standard item (packaged separately).
Page 10: System Interface And Operation
IV. SYSTEM INTERFACE AND OPERATION The following section will provide all necessary operational information for the various functions of the fixture. Depending on installation requirements, the fixture may be used in a conventional manner (manual mode), or can support the use of DMX-512 protocol for digital lighting control (optional on 250 watt units).
Page 11: Manual Operation
Display Window Function Selection Button Numeric Selection Buttons FUNCTION DISPLAY & RELATED BUTTONS Manual Operational Mode The manual operation will allow the fixture to be used in a conventional manner where power to the fixture is manually switched ON for “stand alone” use. This is done by press- ing the power switch/ circuit breaker to the ON position.
Page 12: Dmx Operation
DMX Operation Mode In DMX operation, the fixture will be used in an installation where it is desirable to control several fixtures and related accessories with the use of sophisticated lighting programs or equipment (DMX source). This is most suitable for applications where all aspects of light- ing are to be fully digitally programmed and executed.
Page 13: Lamp Hour Meter
All NOCTURN lamps have a maximum rated life of 1,000 hours peak UV-A intensity. The HOUR METER mode will always display 4 digits, between “0000” and “6535” (unlike the DMX ADDRESS mode that will display an “A”...
Page 14: Servicing
The lamp should be replaced when it has reached its maximum rated life of 1,000 hours. See section VI (page 20) for replacement lamp part numbers. For safety reasons, NOCTURN recommends that soft cotton gloves be worn when han- dling the lamps during the following LAMP REPLACEMENT procedure.
Page 15: Main Power Switch/ Circuit Breaker
3) To reset the POWER SWITCH/ CIRCUIT BREAKER, push the switch to the ON posi- tion again. NOTE: If the POWER SWITCH/ CIRCUIT BREAKER continues to trip, or trips immedi- ately after it has been reset, unplug the fixture and remove for further servicing. Contact NOCTURN for technical service.
Page 16: Maintenance/ Cleaning
Maintenance/ Cleaning Proper maintenance of a lighting system is necessary to provide the highest available levels of output illumination. Costly damage and major repairs may be prevented by peri- odic inspection of the lighting fixture. A scheduled maintenance program can increase safety and minimize down-time associated with the fixture operation, as small problems may be caught in an early stage preventing further damage.
Page 17: Trouble Shooting
Any repairs or maintenance other than those listed in listed in the following section should be referred to NOCTURN UltraViolet Effects or qualified repair technicians. Please have the fixture model number and serial number available so that NOCTURN may answer any questions completely and accurately.
Page 18 Lamp fails to ignite Lamp failure. Replace lamp if any abnor- (continued) malities or damage to the envelope or contacts are present. Socket failure. Remove any contamination or replace if damage is found. Safety interlock is not Interlock rod must contact the engaged.
Page 19 DMX Controls are not DMX source signals are Cables must be fully functioning not being conducted. connected into ports. Cables must conduct signals and be free of damaged to wires or terminals. Verify correct signal levels are originating from DMX source and are being conducted through the cables.
Page 20: Warranty
REPLACEMENT PART NUMBERS When it is necessary to order parts, always state the fixture’s Model Number and Serial Number located on the back cover. This will assist NOCTURN in filling the order correctly and promptly. The following charts and fixture assembly drawings describe user serviceable components...
Page 21: 250 Watt Fixture
NOCTURN 250 WATT Figure 1...
Page 22: Figure 2 250 Watt Internal Components
NOCTURN 250 WATT Figure 2...
Page 23 Power Cord Assembly, U.S. 992-0702 Power Cord Assembly, European 992-0798 End Seal 680-8036 Screw, 8-32 x 1/2" Flat Head 338-5081 Housing Assembly, Nocturn 250 325-0466 Wire Guard 680-8027 Hinge Pin (2 req’d.) 323-0220 Front Cover Casting 680-8025 Screw, 8-32 x 1/2" Flat Head...
Page 24 250 Watt UV Fixtures (continued) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Figure 2 - Nocturn 250 Internal Components Screw, 4-40 x 1/4" Pan Head 334-3710 Standoff, 4-40 x 1" 320-0408 DMX Circuit Board (early models) 900-0043 Transformer (early models) 800-0043 Bulkhead Plate...
Page 25: 400 Watt Fixture
NOCTURN 400 WATT Figure 3...
Page 26: Figure 4 400 Watt Internal Components
NOCTURN 400 WATT Figure 4...
Page 27 Power Cord Assembly, U.S. 992-0702 Power Cord Assembly, European 992-0798 End Seal 680-8066 Screw, 8-32 x 1" Flat Head 338-1083 Housing Assembly, Nocturn 400 325-0467 Wire Guard 680-8057 Hinge Pin (2 req’d.) 323-0238 Front Cover Casting 680-8056 Screw, 8-32 x 1/2" Flat Head...
Page 28 400 Watt UV Fixtures (continued) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Figure 4 - Nocturn 400 Internal Components Ballast Assembly, 60 Hz. (two-part) 530-0039 Ballast Assembly, 50 Hz. (two-part) 530-0040 Screw, 4-40 x 1/4" Pan Head 334-3710 Standoff, 4-40 x 1" 320-0408...
Page 29 250 Watt Fixture Envelope Dimensions 400 Watt Fixture Envelope Dimensions...
Page 30: Figure 5 Wiring Diagram, 250 Watt Fixture
Wiring Diagram - 250 Watt Fixture Figure 5...
Page 31: Wiring Diagram, 400 Watt Fuxture
Wiring Diagram - 400 Watt Fixture Figure 6...
Page 32 Spectral Transmission Chart SPECTRAL TRANSMISSION Wave le ngth (nm )
Page 33 Comparative Fixture Illumination Performance 250 Watt Spot Fixture - 50 Degree Field/ 150' Throw 250 Watt Flood Fixture - 92 Degree Field/ 100' Throw 400 Watt Flood Fixture - 96 Degree Field/ 150' Throw Note: Edge of field is 10% of peak intensity at ± 0 degrees A.O.I. Throw is the distance at which intensity reaches 1 microwatt/ sq.

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