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ULTRA 80 Xenon Lamphouse Type 40001, 40002 Rev. 5/99 STRONG INTERNATIONAL a division of Ballantyne of Omaha, Inc. 4350 McKinley Street Omaha, Nebraska 68112 USA Tel 402/453-4444 • Fax 402/453-7238...
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PREFACE THE STRONG ULTRA 80 is a reflector type, direct current lamphouse for large for- mat (70mm+) motion picture projection which uses a horizontally mounted xenon bulb as the light source. Type 40001 is designed for use with the XH7000HS xenon bulb, and Type 40002, for the XH10000V(H) bulb.
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Douser Kit, connected to the projector motor, is available as an option. This option automatically closes the douser when the projector motor is switched OFF. THE ULTRA 80 is not designed for use with 35mm projection. The highly intense radiant energy generated by high wattage xenon bulbs will damage 35mm prints.
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ULTRA 80 LAMPHOUSE 1. Exhaust Stack, 8 inch 6. Lamphouse Access Door 2. Douser Plate 7. Rear Casting & Instrument Panel 3. Douser Control Handle 8. Magnetic Door Catch (early models) 4. Tamperproof Screw 9. Emergency Ignition Switch* 5. Arc Viewing Port 10.
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MECHANICAL LAMPHOUSE ALIGNMENT ONE ALIGNING KIT consisting of an aligning cord, aperture plate, dummy lens, and centering plug is supplied with each lamphouse to provide an accurate and reliable method of optical alignment of the lamphouse to the projector mechanism. Because of the relatively small arc produced by the xenon bulb, good screen results can be obtained only by the careful use of this aligning kit.
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STORE THE ALIGNING KIT in a secure location in the projection booth. If the Ultra 80 reflector is ever removed or replaced, it is necessary to repeat the entire cord alignment procedure, Likewise, if a different type or wattage bulb is used in a subsequent relampment, it may be necessary to re-align the anode yoke to position it for the optical center of the replacement bulb.
EXHAUST SYSTEM INSTALLATION THE EXHAUST DUCT of the Ultra 80 is designed to fit an eight inch diameter exhaust duct. This size ducting, either rigid or heat-resistant flexible, must be used throughout the complete exhaust system. The exhaust system must be vented to outside air, and installed in such a manner as to eliminate any possibility of downdraft or rain dripping into the lamphouse.
WIRING INSTALLATION THE LAMPHOUSE LEADS must be connected to the xenon power supply as illus- trated on the Installation Diagram. CONNECT THE TWO HEAVY FIBREGLASS INSULATED LEADS to the DC outputs in the power supply. Observe correct polarity; red to positive (+), black to negative (-). Tighten connections securely to prevent overheating.
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SAFETY PROCEDURES THE XENON BULB is highly pressurized. When ignited, the normal operating temperature of the bulb increases the pressure to a level at which the bulb may explode if not handled in strict accordance to the manufacturer’s operating instructions. The bulb is stable at room temperature, but may still explode if dropped or otherwise mishandled.
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QUALIFIED PERSONNEL with protective clothing and face shield. THE XENON BULB requires no adapters to mount in the Ultra 80. All bulb mount- ing fixtures and electrical connections are designed for use with the designated xenon bulb (7000 watt for 40001;...
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TURN ON THE MAIN LINE SWITCH to energize the xenon power supply. The POWER light on the lamphouse instrument panel will glow, the blower will start, and the air vane switch will close to permit lamp operation. The lamphouse blower will operate continuously until the main line switch to the power supply is opened.
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LOOSEN the two thumb Support Yoke screws, one on either side of the focusing sec- Shadow tion, just enough to permit manual movement Anode of the complete assembly. The bulb adjustment Shadow control will now move about these two thumb Reflector screws, and as this control is shifted, the smooth Hole...
AUTOMATION SYSTEMS TO INTERCONNECT the lamp to an automation system, two #16 AWG wires (not supplied by Strong) must be installed as illustrated on the Interconnection Diagram. These wires must be shielded to prevent interference in the theatre sound system.
MAINTENANCE THE ULTRA 80 LAMPHOUSE requires very little maintenance to keep it in good working order. Cleanliness is the most important element. THE REFLECTOR should be cleaned periodically with a soft, clean, lint free cloth to remove any dust from the reflecting surface. If excessively soiled, use of a mild commercial glass cleaner (Windex or equivalent) is acceptable;...
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B2 Side Blower used on 10 kW Type 40002 only 5 & 6: 115 V.AC to Power Supply Contactor (K1) 3 & 6: 5 Amp. Dry Contact for Remote-Auto Switching (by Installer) U80/015...
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM Parts List Desig. Part No. Description 40220 Bulb Seal Blower, 220 V.AC, 50/60 Hz. 47944 Reflector Blower Assembly 115 V.AC, 50/60 Hz. * B2 Used with 10,000 Watt Type 40002 ONLY * C1,2 76132 Capacitor, .005 µf, 600 WVDC 76133 Capacitor, .01 µf, 400 WVDC C4A,B 76323...
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PRINCIPLE OF IGNITER OPERATION THE IGNITER is energized through the 115 V.AC control circuit when the LAMP “ON-OFF” switch (S2) is depressed and all interlocks and air flow switches are closed. CAUTION: Do not use the Emergency Ignition switch (S102) in the igniter until it is determined that the polarity of the xenon bulb is correct.
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IGNITER SCHEMATIC Ref. Desig. Part No. Description C107 39110 Capacitor, 2400 pf, 20 kV.DC C108 39110 Capacitor, 2400 pf, 20 kV.DC E101 39923 Spark Gap Assembly S101 80168 Cover Interlock Switch S102 80168 Emergency Ignite Switch T101 39937 High Voltage Transformer 39998 Case &...
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IGNITER PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD SCHEMATIC WIRE MARKERS A = 10 B = 15 C = 17 D = 38 Ref. Ref. Desig. Part No. Description Desig. Part No. Description C201 88263 Capacitor, .05 µf, 600 WVDC R203 39159 Resistor, 200k Ohm, ½ Watt C202 79127 Capacitor, .01 µf, 600 WVDC...
#2, #4, #7 or #8 lead, or a defective stepdown transformer in the xenon power supply. The Ultra 80 has an in-line fuse in the 220 volt blower circuit; check the fuse and replace if blown. Do not overfuse; use 3 A. slow blow.
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See your power supply manual for its correct “No Load” rating. The standard 40913 igniter printed board in the Ultra 80 is designed for use with a Strong switching power supply with high DC “No Load” voltage. Consult the factory if using an older high reactance xenon power supply with normally lower DC “No Load”...
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ULTRA 80 TROUBLESHOOTING Bulb fails to ignite. AC power not on to lamphouse. If 115 V.AC not read at 2 & 4, see power supply manual. Check for loose 220 volt connection at 7 & 8. Door interlock switch S1 open. Close and secure lamphouse access door. Tighten all three screws;...
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Bulb goes out during operation (con’d.) Lamphouse blower B1 failed or obstructed. Clean dust and dirt from blower inlet grille. Check for 220 V.AC at 7 & 8; replace blower if defective. Blower fuse F1 blown. Replace if defective (3 A. Slo-Blo). Lamphouse air vane switch S4 or S5 faulty.
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Extremely long duration between ignition pulses. Low DC “No Load” from xenon power supply. Check “No Load” voltage; see power supply manual. Defective spark gap E101. A “Ping” sound is normal; excessive “Hissing” is abnormal. Re- place if defective. Low AC voltage to lamphouse. Check for 115 V.AC at 2 & 4; if below 95 volts, check stepdown transformer in xenon power supply.
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Xenon Bulb, 7000 Watt; Order Hanovia XH7000HS 40999 Bulb Support Yoke 00781 Set Screw, 8-32 x 1/4" Allen Head 81348 Insulator, Anode Lead (NOT USED in Ultra 80) 40107 Air Duct Casting 40116 Air Duct Insulator Plate 01796 Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/4" Nylon...
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FIGURE 3 Parts List (con’d.) Item Part No. Description 24432 Bulb Support Collet, 5 kW* 40930 Bulb Support Collet, 7 kW 40901 Bulb Support Collet, 10 kW 24430 Collet Contact Clamp, 5 kW* 41-51213 Clamping Screw, 10-32 x 1" Socket Head 00685 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/8"...