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User Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ....................................................................................................................................................... 3 WHAT IS INCLUDED ................................................................................................................................................................................ 3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................................
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN What is included • 1 x Intimidator™ Scan LED 100 • 1 x Hanging bracket • 1 x Power Cord • 1 x Warranty Card • 1 x User Manual Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself
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Safety Instructions Please read these instructions carefully. It includes important information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product. • Please keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure that they also receive this instruction booklet. • Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel o
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2. INTRODUCTION Product Overview Safety DMX Out Microphone Power Out Sensitivity Adjustment knob Microphone Power In DMX In Fuseholder DIP Switches Signal LED Indicator Power LED Indicator 2. Introduction 5 11/19/2010 11:07 AM
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3. SETUP AC Power This fixture is auto-ranging and runs on 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz power. To determine the power requirements for a particular fixture, see the label affixed to the back plate of the fixture or refer to the fixture’s specifications chart. A fixture’s listed current rating indicates its average current draw under normal conditions. Always connect the fixture to a switched circuit. Never connect the fixture to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, e
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Mounting Orientation The Intimidator™ Scan LED 100 may be mounted in any position provided there is adequate room for ventilation. Rigging Be sure that the structure can support the weight of the fixture. Please see the “Technical Specifications” section of this manual for a detailed weight listing. Mount the fixture securely. This may be done with a screw, nut and bolt, or a hanging clamp. The hole in each bracket is 13 mm in size. When rigging, consider routine maintenance
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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Configuring the Starting Address The Intimidator™ Scan LED 100 fixture uses 6 DMX channels. In this DMX configuration/personality, the highest channel that the fixture may be set to in order to function properly is 507. Any address higher than this will prevent access to all of the channels, while in this mode; however, if you desire to use one of the other DMX channels configurations (personalities), please consider the total DMX channels when selecting a
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Standalone This fixture has several options for operating without a DMX controller. These options are accessed via the DIP switches on the back of the fixture. Please see the chart below for further explanation. DIP Switches Function 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Dimmer 100% 25% 50% 75% Strobe Speed No Strobe Speed 1 Speed 2 Speed 3
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Sound-Active Access this mode via the DIP switches on the back of the fixture. The chart on the previous page may be used to alter playback parameters. Please see the instructions below for details on entering this mode. 1. Unplug any DMX controller. 2. Turn the microphone sensitivity adjustment knob fully clockwise. 3. If the sensitivity to music is too high, you may rotate the microphone sensitivity adjustment knob counter-clockwise until the desired level has been reached.
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5. APPENDIX General Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) POSSIBLE ACTION(S) • Check total load placed on the • Excessive circuit load electrical circuit. Breaker/Fuse keeps blowing • Short circuit along the power • Check for a short in the electrical wires wiring (internal and/or external). • No power • Check for power on Mains. Device does not power up • Loose power cord • Check power cord • Check Control Panel and unit • Wrong DMX addressing addressing • Damaged
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DMX Primer There are 512 channels in a DMX connection. A fixture capable of receiving DMX will require one or a number of sequential channels. The user must assign a starting address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the controller. There are many different types of DMX controllable fixtures and they all may vary in the total number of channels required. Choosing a start address should be planned in advance. Channels should never overlap. If they do, this will
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Cable Connectors Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end. DMX connector configuration COMMON 1 1 DMX + INPUT 3 OUTPUT 3 2 2 DMX - Terminator To avoid signal transmission problems and interference, it is always advisable to connect a DMX signal terminator. 1 3 2 120 ohm ¼ W resistor between pin 2 (DMX -) and pin 3 (DMX +) on the output of the last fixture Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis
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3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart If you use a controller with a 5-pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5-pin to 3-pin adapter. The chart below details a proper cable conversion: 3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART Conductor 3-Pin Female (Output) 5-Pin Male (Input) Ground/Shield Pin 1 Pin 1 Data ( - ) signal Pin 2 Pin 2 Data ( + ) signal Pin 3 Pin 3 Not used Pin 4 Not used Pin 5 Setting up a DMX Daisy Chain 1. Connect the (male) 3-pin connector side of Univer
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General Maintenance To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, fixtures should be cleaned frequently. Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency. As a general rule, fixtures should be cleaned at least twice a month. Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduced lamp life and increased mechanical wear. Be sure to power off fixture before conducting maintenance. • Unplug fixture from power. • Us
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS Length ............................................................................................................. 5.7 in (145 mm) Width ............................................................................................................... 6.8 in (172 mm) Height ............................................................................................................ 11.8 in (300 mm) Weight .....................................
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