velleman VM120 12V Light Effect Generator Instruction Manual
- June 8, 2024
- Velleman
Table of Contents
velleman VM120 12V Light Effect Generator
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Handle the module gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage the circuit board.
- Never exceed the protection limit values indicated in the specifications.
- As safety requirement vary, please check with your local authorities.
- Keep the device away from children.
- Facilitate the operation of the device by familiarising yourself with its adjustments and indications.
- Velleman modules are not suitable for use or as part of life support systems, or systems that might create hazardous situations of kind.
SPECIFICATIONS & FEATURES
FEATURES
- Ten, 12V/400mA outputs
- To control cold-cathode fluorescent lamps (using FLPS adapter), light bulbs, LED’s and “solid state” relays, …
- For use as advertisement lighting, party lights, disco, eye-catcher, …
- Ten pre-programmed light patterns selectable with a push button.
- The number of used channels is adjustable.
- Non volatile memory for last used light effect
- Adjustable speed
- LED indication for every output.
- 12V operation possible for use in cars.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Power supply : 12V DC
- Outputs : 12V DC/400mA per channel (Total : max 4A)
- Dimensions : 140 x 100 x 27mm / 5,5 x 3,9 x 1,1”
OPTIONS
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* Supply adaptor 12V output 5.5A: PSS1255- Power supply for cold-cathode fluorescent lamps : FLPS (300mm) or FLPS1 (100mm)
- Cold-cathode fluorescent lamps : FL(xx) – (100 or 300mm)
- SOLID-STATE relays VR25SS1A or VR3SS1A to drive mains voltage lamps
CONNECTION
Connect this module according to the connection diagram
Connect a 12V DC power supply to the – 12 + connections. Respect the
polarity! When polarity is reversed, the fuse will blow. Up to 10 loads can be
connected to the outputs. These can be small lamps, relays or cold-cathode
fluorescent lamps. The current in each separate channel cannot surpass 400mA.
Respect the polarity! When a correct power supply is connected, LED LD1 will
light up. All 10 red LEDs will already display a light effect
Settings
Before switching on the module, set the jumper to indicate how many lamps are connected. For example : to make a 4-channel running light, set the jumper to ‘4 CH’. If the module is powered on without the jumper, the 10 channels will flash simultaneously ; this way the module can be used as a 10-channel flashing light with adjustable speed
LIGHT EFFECTS
Choosing light effects :
- The SW1 ‘Effect select’ pushbutton switch allows you to choose between ten programs.
- Keep SW1 pressed to see the selected effect – the LED corresponding to that effect will light up.
- The effect starts when you release SW1. Press SW1 briefly to select the next effect.
- SW2 allows you to (de)activate all channels at once. Press SW1 to restart the selected light effect.
- The speed of the light effect can be adjusted with RV1.
- The last selected effect is saved in the internal memory in case of a power failure.
Select a random light effect:
Keep SW2 pressed during power-up (the other light effects will not work!).
HINTS :
- In case of an overload or a short circuit on one of the outputs, the control transistor of that channel (T1…T10) will be damaged.
- Replace it by a transistor of the same type (BC640).
- Velleman cannot be held responsible and all warranty becomes void in case of user modifications to the module.
- A blown fuse always has to be replaced by a fuse of the same type (4A – FAST) to avoid fire hazard.
WARRANTY
This product is guaranteed against defects in components and construction from the moment it is purchased and for a period of ONE YEAR starting from the date of sale. This guarantee is only valid if the unit is submitted together with the original purchase invoice. VELLEMAN components Ltd limits its responsibility to the reparation of defects or, as VELLEMAN components Ltd deems necessary, to the replacement or reparation of defective components. Costs and risks connected to the transport, removal or placement of the product, or any other costs directly or indirectly connected to the repair, will not be reimbursed by VELLEMAN components Ltd. VELLEMAN components Ltd will not be held responsible for any damages caused by the malfunctioning of a unit.