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Flash Panel 16
XLR Female Socket
XLR Male Socket
1 Ground
2 Cold
2 Cold
REMOTE
INPUT
OUTPUT
CONTROL
INPUT
3 Hot
Figure 3
Special Note: Line Termination.
POWER
used, you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic
behavior. A terminator is a 110-120 ohm 1/4 watt resistor which is con-
nected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector (DATA + and
DATA -). This unit is inserted in the female XLR connector of the last
unit in your daisy chain to terminate the line. Using a cable terminator
(ADJ part number Z-DMX/T) will decrease the possibilities of erratic
behavior.
Termination reduces signal errors and
avoids signal transmission problems
1
1
DMX512 IN
and interference. It is always advisable
3
3
3-PIN XLR
2
2
to connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance
120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.
connectors for DATA transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin XLR fixtures
may be implemented in a 3-pin XLR DMX line. When inserting standard
5-pin XLR connectors in to a 3-pin line a cable adaptor must be used,
these adaptors are readily available at most electric stores. The chart
below details a proper cable conversion.
3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion
Conductor
3-Pin XLR Female (Out)
Ground/Shield
Data Compliment (- signal)
Data True (+ signal)
Not Used
Not Used
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DMX Set Up
XLR Pin Configuration
1 Ground
Pin 1 = Ground
REMOTE
INPUT
OUTPUT
SOUND
CONTROL
Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative)
INPUT
3 Hot
Pin 3 = Data True (positive)
When longer runs of cable are
POWER
Figure 4
Some manufactures use 5-pin XLR
5-Pin XLR Male (In)
Pin 1
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 3
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
Flash Panel 16
Operating Modes:
You can use the Flash Panel 16 in four ways:
• Sound-Active mode - The unit will react to sound, chasing through
the built in programs.
• Auto Mode - The unit will automatically chase through the different
colors.
• Program Select - Choose 1 of 22 programs.
• DMX control mode - This function will allow you to control each
individual fixtures traits with a standard DMX 512 controller such as
as the Elation
Show Designer™.
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Sound Active Mode:
In this mode the Flash Panel 16 will react to sound, and chase
through the different colors.
1. Plug the fixture in and put dipswitch 9 in the "ON" position.
2. The fixture will now change via sound.
Auto Mode:
1. Plug the fixture in and put and put all dipswitches in the OFF
position.
2. Adjust the speed by putting dipswitches 6, 7, & 8 in the ON posi-
tion. Example put dipswitch 6 in the ON position and the Auto
Mode will run a little faster then normal.
Program Select:
1. Select 1 of 22 programs. Some programs are static colors others
are moving programs. See page 11 for the programs and dip-
switch settings.
2. The speed of the moving programs can be adjusted using
dipswitches 6-8.
DMX Mode:
Operating through a DMX controller give the user the freedom to cre-
ate their own programs tailored to their own individual needs. This
function also allows you to use your fixtures as spot lights.
1. This function will allow you to control each individual fixture's
traits with a standard DMX 512 controller such as the
Elation
Show Designer™ or the Elation
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Operating Instructions
DMX Operator.™
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