General Safety Information _____________________________________________________________ 8 Important Laser Information ____________________________________________________________ 9 Labelling diagram ____________________________________________________________________ 10 Overview _____________________________________________________________________ 14 IVL Photon and Base Dimensions _______________________________________________________ 14 Spare Part list: ______________________________________________________________________ 16 Tools and accessories _________________________________________________________________ 18 Fixture menu and connectors __________________________________________________________ 19...
Service work must comply with local regulations and accepted codes of good practice. Any person in charge of servicing this product shall have receive a service training by Minuit Une and/or by an official training center recognized by Minuit Une.
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Refer servicing to qualified service personal. Any person in charge of servicing this product shall first receive service training by Minuit Une and/or by an official training center recognized by Minuit Une. Any person in charge of servicing this product shall have read and understood all safety information and procedures in this user manual, and in the IVL Photon’s service manual.
General Safety Information WARNING! Risk of electric shock and fire. Socket outlets or external power switches used to supply the product with power must be located near the product and easily accessible to be able to isolate the product from power immediately. The power cable must be equipped with a Neutral Powercon TRUE1 NAC3FX-W-TOP cable connector.
Note that the national and local recommendations, regulations, standards and codes of practice in laser show are different from a country to another. Please contact your provider or Minuit Une’s legal service if you have any inquiries Procedures that could allow access to Class 4 levels of radiation include the following: (All the procedure which can be done with the transparent globe removed) •...
Tools and accessories Here are the different tools and accessories necessary to service the product. All these tools and accessories are not provided with the product. Tool Image Section Cruciform (Phillips) screwdriver PH1/PH2 Removable bit / Torx screwdriver T10 Removable bit / Torx screwdriver T20 Removable bit / Torx screwdriver T30...
Fixture menu and connectors Tools -TrueCon1 cable The LCD Display shows fixture and menu needed: information. The control knob next to the screen allow you to navigate in the menu. Screen Description Image Standby screen You can see on this standby screen: •The DMX mode (mode 1) Screen 1 •The DMX address (address 1)
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Maintenance menu Clicking on maintenance in the main Screen 5 menu will open the maintenance menu: Calibration In calibration you will find procedure Screen 6 to re-calibrate the product: Autorun In autorun you will find a pre-set function to test the product. Screen 7 In the event of replacing a module of the product, run the corresponding...
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Temperature The live temperature of the Laser, mother board and Ring PCB are displayed in white. Screen 9 The maximal recorded temperatures are displayed in yellow. About In “about” you can display: • software information • maximal laser temperature recorded since day 1.
When contacting our customer service, please fill the Service Return Form which is available in annex of this service manual or in the download section of the Minuit Une website and attach photo and/or video to explain the problem. IVL™Photon Service Manual AA...
SERVICE OPERATION REPLACING OPERATION Tools needed: PH2 screwdriver REP 1: REPLACING MT1-002184- BOTTOM-HOUSING-AND-LABEL Instructions Diagram Unscrew the 4 quarter turn screws like shown in the diagram by a quarter turn. Lift the back panel MT1-000817 and remove it. It should slide without effort or resistance.
Tools needed: TORX T30 screwdriver REP 2: REPLACING MT1-000139-MOTHER-PCB- ASSEMBLY Instructions Diagram Your first need to remove the MT1-002184-BOTTOM- HOUSING-AND-LABEL ( REP 1: Then, unscrew the 2 screws MT1-000903 using a TORX T30 screwdriver, like shown in the diagram. Make sure not to lose the screws and washers. Back view Gently unplug all the connectors from the motherboard MT1-000139- MOTHER-PCB-ASSEMBLY...
Tools needed: TORX T30 screwdriver REP 3: REPLACING MT1-000705-POWER-SUPPLY- ASSEMBLY Instructions Diagram Your first need to remove the MT1-002184- BOTTOM-HOUSING-AND-LABEL ( REP 1: Gently unplug the 2 connectors from the power supply MT1-000705 following the diagram. Be careful with their direction. Unscrew the 2 screws MT1-002288 and the 2 screws MT1-000903 using a TORX T30 screwdriver, like shown in the diagram.
- PH2 screwdriver Tools needed: - A microfiber cloth - A non-alcoholic glass cleaner REP4: REPLACING MT1-001714-GLOBE- ASSEMBLY Instructions Diagram Your first need to remove the MT1- 002184-BOTTOM-HOUSING-AND- LABEL ( REP 1: Unscrew the 3 quarter turn screws T1- 001166 like shown in the diagram. Gently lift the globe MT1-001714 and put it aside on a soft surface.
Tools TORX T20 screwdriver needed: REP5: REPLACING MT1-001068- INTERNAL-TOP- COVER Instructions Diagram You first need to remove the MT1-001714- GLOBE-ASSEMBLY (see section REP4: Unscrew the 4 screws MT1-000798 and MT1-002514 using a TORX T20 screwdriver, like shown in the diagram. Make sure not to lose the screws and washers MT1-001991.
Tools - TORX T20 screwdriver needed: REP6: REPLACING MT1-000935- LATERAL- BELT-ACTUATOR-ASSEMBLY (TILT MODULE) Instructions Diagram You first need to remove the MT1- 001068-INTERNAL-TOP-COVER (see section REP5: Gently unplug the connector MT1- 000672 of the tilt module from the back of the fixture, like shown in the diagram. Make sure not to lose the rubber seal MT1-001057 of the connector when unplugging it.
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Make sure that the rubber seal MT1- 001057 which is shown in the diagram stays in its place on the fixture’s body, under the tilt module. Before putting back the module, you need to check the TILT address (see section REP7:) When fixing back the module in its place, make sure that it is resting on its fixation point and that the seal is well positioned.
Tools needed: - TORX T10 screwdriver REP7: ADRESSING MT1-000935 TILT MODULE Instructions Diagram You first need to remove the MT1- 000935 tilt module (see section REP7: In order to change a tilt module MT1- 000935, you will need to address the new module correctly –...
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Gently unplug the connector from the MT1-000122 PCB card and slide the card out. Address the MT1-000122 PCB card according to the MT1-000935 tilt module you want to replace. (Switch towards the bottom = 1) 111 = 8 110 = 7 101 = 6 100 = 5 Tilt # 8...
Tools needed: No tools needed REP8: REPLACING MT1-002672- MOOVING-CORE (RING) Instructions Diagram You first need to remove the MT1- 001068-INTERNAL-TOP-COVER (see section REP5: Gently lift MT1-002672 moving core from its position. It should move without any special effort or force. When putting the MT1-002672 moving core back in its position, make...
REP9: Tools needed: - TORX T20 screwdriver REPLACING MT1-000404-CENTRAL- TOWER-ASSEMBLY (SCANNING SYSTEM) Instructions Diagram You first need to remove the MT1- 002672-MOOVING-CORE (see section REP8:REP5: Unplug the MT1-000671 HARNESS- H10-MC-6W-1 central tower connector which passes through the gap in the body of the fixture. When plugging it back in place, make sure to connect it tightly, until hearing the ‘click’...
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Note the MT1-000614 rubber seal under the MT1-000404 central tower module. When putting it back in position, make sure to put the seal first in its place, and then place the central tower module on top of it. When putting back the module, also careful squeeze harness/wiring.
Tools needed: TORX T20 screwdriver REP10: REPLACING MT1-001921-FAN Instructions Diagram You first need to remove the MT1- 002184-BOTTOM-HOUSING-AND- 10.1 LABEL ( REP 1: Gently unplug the Laser fan connector. Unscrew the 4 MT1-001256 screws using a TORX T20 screwdriver, like 10.2 shown on the diagram.
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Make sure not to lose the 4 screws and the washers. 10.3 Be really careful about the air direction when mounting back: FAN must blow on the fixture. IVL™Photon Service Manual AA...
CALIBRATION -PH2 screwdriver Tools -hexagonal H 2.5 mm needed: -TrueCon1 cable CAL1: SET UP PLATE CALIBRATION Instructions Diagram The purpose of this procedure is to level the laser light plan by positioning the light plan in the center of each tilt mirror. This is done by adjusting the 4 screws on the MT1-000404 central...
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Check whether on average the laser plane is above or below the center / the bearing of each tilt. If it is above – the adjustment will be done by screwing in. If it is below – the adjustment will be made by unscrewing.
Tools needed: TrueCon1 cable CAL2: TILT CALIBRATION Instructions Diagram The purpose of this calibration is to ensure that each tilt has the same position origin. Make sure that the Globe acrylic shape is in place. Turn on the product and go to Maintenance →...
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Turn the knob to change the angle of the tilt mirror and position its reflection of the light plan on the opposite tilt, The light plan reflection, Which is to be positioned like can be seen in the opposite of the mirror side on the line below photos.
Tools needed: TrueCon1 cable CAL3: E-GOBO CALIBRATION Instructions Diagram The purpose of this calibration is to calibrate the origin of the light plan between Tilt #8 and Tilt #1. Make sure that the Globe acrylic shape is in place. Turn On the product and go to Maintenance →...
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Turn the knob on until the origin of the light plan is positioned between tilt #8 and tilt #1 at the level of the target described above. When the position is reached, click on the button to validate, and save the calibration. IVL™Photon Service Manual AA...
TESTING Tools needed: TrueCon1 cable TES1: TILT TESTING Instructions Diagram The purpose of this testing is to test the TILT function. Make sure that the Globe acrylic shape ( MT1- 001714- GLOBE-ASSEMBLY ) is in place. Turn On the product, go to Maintenance → Autorun →...
Tools needed: TrueCon1 cable TES2: RING/MOOVING CORE TESTING Instructions Diagram The purpose of this testing is to test the RING function. Make sure that the Globe acrylic shape (MT1-001714- GLOBE-ASSEMBLY ) is in place. Turn product, Maintenance → Autorun → TEST RING.
Tools needed: TrueCon1 cable TES3: TOWER/SCANNING SYSTEM TESTING Instructions Diagram The purpose of this testing is to test the TOWER function. Make sure that the Globe acrylic shape (MT1-001714- GLOBE-ASSEMBLY ) is in place. Turn product, Maintenance → Autorun → TEST TOWER.
TrueCon1 cable Tools needed: TES4: GENERAL TESTING Instructions Diagram The purpose of this testing is to test the principal functions of the product. Make sure that the Globe acrylic shape (MT1-001714- GLOBE-ASSEMBLY ) is in place. Turn product, Maintenance → Autorun →TEST GENERAL.
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The Ring “moving core” does a come and go. A POSITION A POSITION and then B POSITION. Position A at the beginning and at the end of the test. B POSITION 1.Tilts set in frost side. 2. Gobos are tested from 1 to 256. 3.Dimmer/analog is tested turning off the mirrors 1 by 1 from tilt 1 to tilt 8 Afterwards, the sequence is repeated.
SOF1: SOFTWARE UPDATE Instructions Diagram SD CARD Insert the SD card provided by Minuit Une into the top of the motherboard(MT1-000139- MOTHER-PCB-ASSEMBLY). Make sure the SD card is well inserted. Press the knob without releasing. 2. Turn on the IVL PHOTON. Minuit Une logo will not appear.
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Make sure the SD card is well inserted and the product is off. 4. Turn on the IVL PHOTON. 4. As soon as the Minuit Une logo appears on the screen, press the knob without releasing it. 5. Once the green led stops blinking, release the knob.
CLEANING Excessive dust, smoke particles and fog fluid residue may degrade performance, cause overheating and will damage the product. The product should be cleaned regularly to obtain maximum performance and brightness. The frequency of cleaning depends on the environmental factor where the product is used. We advise you to do visual check on the Plexiglas shape after each use of the product to determine if cleaning is necessary.
- A microfiber cloth Tools needed: - A non-alcoholic glass cleaner CLE2: MT1-000935 TILT CLEANING Instructions Diagram Always clean TILT mirror with a soft wipe and / or standard glass cleaner. With a soft cotton swab soaked with glass cleaner, clean the two diodes that are responsible for resetting the TILT.
- Cotton swab Tools needed: - Microfiber cloth CLE3: - Alcool iso MT1-000404- SCANNING SYSTEM CLEANING Instructions Diagram Gently clean the Scanning Mirror and the glass with a soft cotton swab soaked with iso alcohol and / or drag a soft lens tissue or microfiber cloth on the mirror.
-Cotton swab Tools needed: -Micro fiber cloth CLE4: FAN AND FILTER CLEANING Instructions Diagram If the fan filter and the fan are not cleaned regularly, airflow could be obstructed will cause overheating which will degrade performance could cause damage to the product. access MT1-0008206-LASER- FILTER, remove the MT1-002184...
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MT1- To access the two fans, remove the 002184 bottom housing Clean the two fans using a bent nose pliers with microfiber cloth or cotton swab. If there is an accumulation of greasy dust trapped in the slots of the Bottom housing, or in the heatsink, use a cotton swab to remove it before cleaning with microfiber IVL™Photon Service Manual AA...
Mode Debug Default Function Sub-Fonction Percent Value DMX Value Remarks Value (%) 0 > 9 0 > 23 Reset motor 10>14 24>36 Reset source 15>20 37>51 Control 100% Reset full 21 >25 52> 64 On - fast mode 26> 49 65 >125 On - normal mode 50 >...
Specification Measurements and weight All dimensions are given in millimeters. Dimensions of the circular housing: 481 x 481 x 327 mm³ Total dimensions of the fixture (adjustable yoke included): 649 x 556 x 327 mm ³ Weight: 16kg Housing / Construction Modular conception: conception subdivided into modules, which can be independently and quickly replaced.
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Standards: Safety: CB IEC60825-1:2014 21CFR 1040 ANSI Z136.1 “Standard for Safe Use of Lasers” CB IEC62368 EMC: EN55032 :2015+A11 :2020 EN55035 :2017+A11 :2020 EN IEC 61000-3-2 :2019 EN61000-3-3 :2013+A1 :2019 47CFR Part 15 Subpart B, 2020 ICES-003 :Issue 7 AS/NZS CISPR32, :2015 Disposing of this product IVL products are supplied in compliance with Directive 2012/19/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of the European Union on WEEE...
0) In case of failure, please first contact Minuit Une to find a solution 1) If necessary and asked by Minuit Une, send back the defective part correctly packed with this sheet correctly filled in. 2) Return fees are at your charge.
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