Martin PAL 1200 User Manual page 17

G O B O O R I E N TAT I O N
As a general rule, install gobos with the most reflective side towards the lamp in order to minimize heat buildup.
Heat buildup is typically not a problem when installing coated glass gobos in the PAL. Chrome-coated glass gobos, however,
should be installed with the coated surface facing the lamp if the optional condenser lens is installed.
Otherwise, glass gobos may be inserted however necessary to achieve correct projection or best focus. On the color/gobo mod-
ule, best focus is achieved when the coated side faces the mirror. Gobos on the effect wheel (PAL 1200 FX), however will
morph better if they are installed with the coated side towards the lamp. Correct projection is achieved when the true image
faces the mirror.
Uncoated side
When an object is held up to the
uncoated side, there is a space between
the object and its reflection. The edge of
the gobo can be seen when looking
through the uncoated side.
Textured glass gobos must be installed with the smooth side facing the lamp.
Smooth side towards lamp
Logos and other images should be installed with the image facing the mirror.
Reversed image towards lamp
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Coated side
When an object is held up to the
coated side, there is no space
between the object and its reflection.
The edge of the gobo cannot be seen
when looking through the coated side.
Textured side towards mirror
Correct image towards mirror
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