Setup, settings and safety notes for the optolux MONO – condensed from the user manual. The MONO is an extension and requires a SOLIS light source.
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User manual
Good to know
Light spot 3 cm
Illuminance 200,000 lux
Table clamp up to 42 mm board thickness
SOLIS light output 5–100 %
Operating temperature −15 °C to +35 °C
Light guide bending radius min. 60 mm
Getting started
The SOLIS light source is the basis of every extension. This is how you switch it on and, optionally, set up DMX.
Standard setup
1 Plug in the power cable.
4 Switch on the SOLIS by pressing the power button.
6 Turn the control wheel to adjust the light output – from 5 % to 100 %.
5 The current setting is shown on the display.
Additional DMX setup
1 Unplug all DMX cables, then plug in the power cable.
3 As soon as the display lights up, press and hold the dimmer button. The SOLIS is now in setup mode.
2 Press the fan button to switch the DMX channel up.
4 Press the power button to switch it down.
Installation
Step by step to a ready-to-use extension.
Attach the clamp to the table
7 Attach the clamp to the tabletop.
9 The maximum table thickness is 42 mm.
10 Tighten the clamp by hand.
Connect the light guide to the SOLIS
12 Insert the light guide with the white surface into the SOLIS light source.
Insert the light guide into the clamp
13 Slide the light guide into the opening of the clamp.
15 Tighten the screw by hand, as shown in the detail view.
Attach the lens
16 Slide the lens onto the light guide.
Settings
How to aim the light at your object.
Aim the light
17 Loosen the knob on the ball head to adjust the angle.
13 Point the light at your object.
18 Tighten the knob to fix the position.
Ready to go!
Safety and operation
Please read these notes carefully before using optolux SOLIS lights or accessories.
General safety notes
→ Read the safety notes carefully before using optolux SOLIS lights or accessories, and keep them in a safe place.
→ optolux SOLIS lights are designed for professional indoor use. Outdoors they must be protected from moisture.
Mounting and operation
→ Only use stable stands and properly fastened mounts.
→ Secure stands with weights or floor fixings and barriers.
→ Observe the max. 45° upward / downward tilt.
→ Mount on level ground and ensure a non-slip, stable set-up.
→ Operating temperature: SOLIS −15 °C to +40 °C, light guides −15 °C to +35 °C.
→ Avoid use when temperature fluctuations cause condensation.
→ Obtain approval before use in hospitals, museums or factories.
Safety measures
→ Use a double safety device for overhead mounting.
→ Keep a safety distance from flammable materials of 0.5 m upwards and to the rear and 1.0 m in the direction of the light.
→ Never block cooling slots or fans.
→ Avoid dust, moisture and potentially explosive environments.
→ Route cables safely – free of trip hazards, undamaged and protected.
→ Only replace damaged cables with original parts.
→ Never attempt to repair cables or fuses.
→ Check housings, cables, plugs and mounts for damage before each use.
Operation
→ Carry out a visual inspection before each use.
→ Never operate without a properly installed light guide.
→ Switch off defective lights immediately and contact an authorised dealer.
→ Only use original optolux parts.
→ Never leave lights unattended while in operation.
→ Disconnect the device from the mains when not in use.
→ Not for general room lighting – for professional use in photography or film only.
Light guides, lenses, lamps and fuses
→ Never replace LEDs yourself – contact an authorised dealer.
→ Observe the correct bending radii for light guides.
→ Let lights and cables cool down completely after use before packing them away.
Further notes
→ Do not look directly into the light source – risk of permanent eye damage.
→ Improper use can lead to severe electric shocks or burns.
→ Keep all lamps and accessories out of the reach of children.
Explanation of symbols
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a SOLIS for FOCUS, TRIO or MONO?
Yes. FOCUS, TRIO, and MONO are extensions without their own light source and are connected to a SOLIS via a light guide. If you do not yet have a SOLIS, choose the optolux SOLIS FOCUS, TRIO, or MONO set – it includes the light source and the respective extension.
Where can I find the current user manual?
You can find it on your product's support page under "Downloads." The QR code included in the packaging will take you directly there.
Where can I buy optolux products?
From our authorised dealers: Profot AG in Switzerland and optolux solutions gmbh in Germany and worldwide.
How thick may the tabletop be for the clamp?
The TRIO and MONO clamp fits tabletops up to 42 mm thick. Tighten the clamp by hand.
How do I aim the light output?
Loosen the knob on the ball head, point the light at your object and tighten the knob again.
Which end of the light guide goes into the SOLIS?
The end with the white surface goes into the SOLIS. On the FOCUS, the end with the black surface goes into the lens.
How far may I bend the light guide?
For FOCUS and MONO the minimum bending radius is 60 mm, for TRIO 40 mm, because its light guide is thinner. Always observe it so that the light guide is not damaged.
What distance must I keep from flammable materials?
At least 0.5 m upwards and to the rear, and 1.0 m in the direction of the light. Never block cooling slots or fans.
May I mount the light overhead?
Yes, but only with a double safety device. The light may be operated tilted by a maximum of 45° upwards or downwards.
Contact
If you have questions about your device, repairs or spare parts, we and our authorised dealers will be happy to help.
Profot AG
Pilatusstrasse 39, CH-5630 Muri AG
optolux solutions gmbh
Limburgstraße 27, DE-73066 Uhingen
optolux lichttechnik gmbh
Jutenbühl, CH-6086 Hasliberg Reuti
