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Nova
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Models covered by this manual:
UFO NOVA DMX
UFO NOVA DMX-R
UFO NOVA DMX-T
UFO NOVA DMX-TR
Please read this manual fully before installing, operating or performing
maintenance on the light source unit.
Universal Fibre Optics
Home Place | Coldstream | TD12 4DT | United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)1890 883416 | Fax: +44 (0)1890 883062
www.fibreopticlighting.com
Issue 6 | Revised: 300517
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- Page 1 Light Source User Guide Nova Light Source Range Models covered by this manual: UFO NOVA DMX UFO NOVA DMX-R UFO NOVA DMX-T UFO NOVA DMX-TR Please read this manual fully before installing, operating or performing maintenance on the light source unit.
- Page 2 Please read these instructions fully before connecting your unit to the electrical supply, and keep them for future reference. The UFO Nova range of light sources are suitable for use with either glass or polymer fibre-optic harness The Nova is powered by a 100-240 VAC remote desktop power supply unit.
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Page 3: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS The LED Light Source is powered from a multifunction, multi-voltage, desk top Power Supply Unit. Remove the 24V Desk Top PSU from its box. This PSU is an IEC input device catering for UK, European and USA mains supplies using the relevant power cord. - Page 4 CONNECTIONS There are 3 connections required – the fibre port, the mains supply cable and the DMX control cable. The fibre port should be connected first. Connect and secure the fibre optic connector into the green collar and secure using the M5 locking screw.
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Page 5: Operation
OPERATION Rear Panel Controls The left hand display shows a rotating line when DMX data is received. Standalone Master Mode In this mode the light source (set to Master) can be used in two ways – either as a single independent light source or in a Master/Slave configuration with several light sources connected together using DMX cables. - Page 6 OPERATION DMX Mode In this mode the Light Source (set to DMX) can be controlled either by another NOVA in Master mode or by a DMX controller. Nova Remote Controller Description Details Comments Power 2 X AAA batteries Measured in free space, may be attenuated by 30 metres Range obstructions or other RF devices...
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Page 7: Remote Controller Operation
OPERATION Remote Operation 2. OFF 1. ON 4. Indicator Light 3. Colour Ring 5. Speed 6. Brightness 9. Mode 7. Brightness 10. Mode 8. Speed Description Function Button Power ON Button Power OFF Colour Ring Touch control all colours (White not available) Indicator Indicates Controller active when buttons pressed Button... - Page 8 OPERATION Remote Controller Modes and Functions Mode Brightness Speed Comment To revert to 1 (Static White) at any Static White Adjustable Not Adjustable time touch Colour Ring then Mode+ Colour Ring control – brightness White and Colours adjust Colour only, not White. To Adjustable Not Adjustable mixed...
- Page 9 OPERATION Remote Range Walk Test Once the Light Source is fully installed carry out a complete range walk test and record the range in the table below. This information is essential for maintenance purposes to determine if the range/sensitivity is reducing and also to record dead areas within the Remote Controller’s range due to RF obstructions and/or RF interference.
- Page 10 PROGRAMMING Nova Light Source Range...
- Page 11 PROGRAMMING Universal Fibre Optics...
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Page 12: Stand-Alone Operation
STANDALONE OPERATION Prog. Function Effect Display Colour 1 White Display Colour 2 Display Colour 3 Green Display Colour 4 Blue Display Colour 5 Yellow Display Colour 6 Cyan Display Colour 7 Magenta Snap colour change between Display colour for adjustable time (display colours 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 timer) and then snap to next colour Snap colour change between... -
Page 13: Dmx Operation
DMX OPERATION DMX Channel Operation The Nova DMX occupies 6 DMX channels as detailed below. Channel Function Values 0-5 off / 6-255 min to max Green 0-5 off / 6-255 min to max Blue 0-5 off / 6-255 min to max White 0-5 off... -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Causes Remedy Mains supply off Check supply and reinstate Light Source dead – LED Loose mains plug Check plugs indicator on desk top PSU not illuminated PSU faulty Replace PSU Loose DC plug Check plug Light Source dead – LED indicator on desk top PSU PSU faulty Check PSU output –... -
Page 15: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Description Details Port connector size 30mm Diameter Fibre type Glass/Polymer Mains Supply Voltage 100-240V AC, 50-60 Hz.1.8A Input from mains 0.4A max PSU Output 24V 2.5A LED Power Power Connection 2.1 X 5.5 X 12mm Min Ambient Temperature -10⁰C Max Ambient Temperature +45⁰C... - Page 16 Universal Fibre Optics Home Place | Coldstream | TD12 4DT | United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)1890 883416 | Fax: +44 (0)1890 883062 www.fibreopticlighting.com...
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