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Sonic Beam II™ Operation Cont.

2.The Sonic Beam IITM uses four DMX channels to operate; Channel 1 is mirror pan, channel 2 is mirror tilt, channel 3 is gobo/color, and channel 4 is shutter.

3.To run your fixture in DMX mode, plug in the fixture via the XLR connections to any standard DMX controller. - Follow the set-up specifications that come with your DMX controller.

Sonic Beam II™ Focusing

1.To focus the Sonic Beam IITM it is best to first turn down the music so the mirror stops moving.

2.Loosen the thumb screw on the front of the unit that hold the lens in place.

3.Adjust the focus by moving the lens up and down, until you reach proper focus.

4.Tighten the thumb screws after you achieve your desired focus.

Sonic Beam II™ Lamp Replacement

Lamp Replacement: Caution! Never open the unit when in use. Always disconnect the main power before attempting to replace the lamp. Remember always replace with the same type lamp and fuse.

1.Be sure to follow the proper procedures when handling halogen bulbs.

2.Lamp replacement has been made simple by incorporating the use of a removable lamp tray and thumb screws.

3.Loosen the thumb screw on rear cover.

4.Remove the tray.

5.Remove and replace the bulb.

6.Reassemble.

Sonic Beam II™ Cleaning

Due to fog residue, smoke, and dust cleaning the internal and external optical lenses must be carried out periodically to opti- mize light output.

1.Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the outside casing.

2.Use a brush to wipe down the fan grill.

3.Clean the external optics with glass cleaner and a soft cloth every 20 days.

4.Clean the internal optics with glass cleaner and a soft cloth every 30-60 days.

5.Always be sure to dry all parts completely before plugging the unit back in.

Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates (i.e. smoke, fog residue, dust, dew).

Sonic Beam II™ Operation Precautions

1.Be sure not to obstruct the cooling vents and keep the unit in a well ventilated area.

2.Take Caution, never to open the fixture when in use!

3.Always disconnect the main power before servicing or replacing the lamp.

4.Always replace with the exact same lamp and fuse.

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Sonic Beam II specifications

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