User Manual

Ballast Operation

Ballast Controls

Warning! To Ensure Proper Operation

ALWAYS TURN OFF THE BALLAST BEFORE connecting or disconnecting lamps,

harnesses or head extension cables. Maximum distance is 30ft (2 x 15ft cables).

Ballast Operation

The Kamio Ballast (BAL-149X) operates remote from the xture. Connect the Kamio

lamp harness to the extension cable or the Ballast, making sure to rotate the locking

ring until it clicks into the locked position. After the lamps are properly installed, the

Ballast can be turned on. Avoid operating in temperatures above 125°F (51°C).

(Note: The dimmer should be full up when striking the lamp. Once the lamp has

come up to full temperature, in 3-5 minutes, then dim to the desired light level.)

It is normal for the lamp to take 1-2 seconds to ignite. In cold temperatures the Ballast

may take longer to ignite the lamp. If it does not ignite within 5 seconds, switch the

ballast to OFF and try again. If the lamp does not strike after 2 or 3 attempts, turn

Ballast off, check that the harness or any extension connections are secure and

restrike.

CAUTION: For AC operation use the PWS-156X universal power supply. Do not

operate Camera and Kamio with a Camera Battery Charger. The combined load

exceeds the Charger’s capacity and will result in the Charger failing.

A) Power Input: Connects to 12VDC power cable (4-Pin xlr) or

24VDC cable (3-Pin xlr).

B) Lamp Output: Connects to lamp Harness cable.

C) Dimmer Control: Adjusts light level of the Lamp.

D) Trim: Adjusts the bottom end of the dimming curve.

E) Power Switch: On/off power switch. Indicator lights up green when

power is applied.

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