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Light Source User Guide Gemini Slimline Plastic Light Source Range Models covered by this manual: UFO GEM SLP-3000M UFO GEM SLP-4000M UFO GEM SLP-3000DMX UFO GEM SLP-4000DMX UFO GEM SLP-300010V UFO GEM SLP-400010V Please read this manual fully before installing, operating or performing maintenance on the light source unit.
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Please read these instructions fully before connecting your unit to the electrical supply, and keep them for future reference. The UFO Gemini range of light sources are suitable for use with either glass or PMMA fibre-optic harnesses. The Gemini is powered by a 100-240 VAC remote desktop power supply unit. The Gemini is available in two color temperatures, 3000°K and 4000°K as denoted on the...
Supply Unit. Remove the 12V 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. UFO GEM SLP-M UFO GEM SLP-DMX UFO GEM SLP-10V...
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CONNECTION – GEMINI M There are 2 connections required – the fibre port and the mains supply cable. The fibre port should be connected first. Connect and secure the fibre optic connector into the collar and secure using the M5 locking screw. Connect the IEC power cord into the Desk Top PSU and plug the mains plug into the electrical supply socket.
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Illuminator. The recommended plug for these sockets is Multicomp SVP556-TA. The pin out details for the plugs are shown below. Either socket may be used as DMX in or DMX out. NOTE: CONVERTORS ARE AVAILABLE FROM UFO Mini XLR to RJ45 Mini XLR to normal 3 pin XLR...
DMX OPERATION The DMX light sources can be dimmed remotely, can be switched on/off and can be addressed manually. See table below. Channel Function Value Description Dimming 0-255 From off at 0 to bright at 255 LED and Fan 0-250 LED and Fan ON LED and Fan 251-255...
SETTING THE DMX ADDRESS 1. Disconnect the light source from the mains supply. 2. Tilt the light source on its side and remove the screw from the base as shown below. 3. Slide the access cover down to remove and set the cover and screw aside. 4.
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SETTING THE DMX ADDRESS DMX B DMX B START Switches START Switches Channel # Channel # 1,2,4 1,3,4 2,3,4 1,2,3,4 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6, 7,8,9 NOTE: With DIP switch 10 OFF, the illuminator will not illuminate unless a DMX signal is present. Light Source Gemini Range...
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The recommended plug for these sockets is the Multicomp SVP556-TA. The pin out details for these plugs are shown below. Either socket may be used as 0-10V IN or 0-10V OUT NOTE: CONVERTORS ARE AVAILABLE FROM UFO Mini XLR to RJ45 Mini XLR to normal 3 pin XLR...
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0-10V SETTINGS The following table represents light output percentage against approximate control value input. Light Output Percentage Voltage 100% 7 - 10V 6.2V 5.8V 5.4V 4.5V 3.9V 3.2V 2.3V 1.4V 1.1V 2.5% 0.8V 1.25% 0.4V 0.2V NOTE: THE LIGHT SOURCE WILL NOT ILLUMINATE UNLESS A 0-10V CONTROL VOLTAGE IS PRESENT.
MAINTENANCE Please Note that a record of all maintenance MUST be kept in the table below, indicating what maintenance was undertaken and when. This MUST be dated for warranty purposes. Date Maintenance Undertaken Universal Fibre Optics...
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Causes Remedy Mains supply off Check supply & reinstate Loose mains plugs Check plugs Unit is dead – no light output and LED power indicator on Plug fuse blown (UK) Check fuse. If blown, replace PSU is not illuminated PSU failed Replace PSU Unit is dead –...
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ADDITIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING (0-10V MODELS ONLY) Problem Probable Causes Remedy No 0-10V dimming to unit Refer to manual diagram for (0V= LED Off) correct termination. Carry out continuity check. Carry out voltage / polarity check 0-10V cable fault 0-10V Version unit is dead - no light output - but LED light source indicator on...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Description Details Port connector size 30mm Diameter Glass/PMMA Fibre type 100-240V AC, 50-60 Hz. 0.5A Mains Supply Voltage 12V DC, 5A, 60W Maximum PSU Output LED Power Power Connection 2.1 x 5.5 x 12mm Min Ambient Temperature -10ºC Max Ambient Temperature +45ºC 60mm 12V Crossflow...
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