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User Instructions
12/04
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American DJ
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4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles CA. 90058
www.americandj.com
Illusion 250™
Unpacking:
Thank you for purchasing the Illusion 250™ by American
DJ
. Every Illusion 250™ has been thoroughly tested and has been
®
shipped in perfect operating condition. Carefully check the shipping
carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If the
carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your fixture for any
damage and be sure all equipment necessary to operate the unit has
arrived intact. In the event damage has been found or parts are miss-
ing, please contact our toll free customer support number for further
instructions. Please do not return this unit to your dealer without con-
tacting customer support first.
Introduction:
The Illusion 250™ is a four channel, intelligent DMX
fixture, that creates a bright, and awesome kaleidoscope effect, using
multiple gobos and colors. The fixture can operate in three different
operating modes; stand alone, sound-active, or in a Master/Slave con-
figuration. The Illusion 250™ comes with several built in programs and
is best used in multiples of four. When used as a stand alone unit or
when used in multiples linked in a master/slave configuration. For best
results use fog or special effects smoke to enhance the beams projec-
tions.
During the initial start-up or use of this product a light smoke or
smell may arise from the unit. This is a normal process and is
cause by the heat associated with the lamp.
Customer Support:
American DJ
support line, to provide help and to answer any question should you
encounter problems during your set up or initial operation. You may
also visit us on the web at www.americandj.com for any comments or
suggestions. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:
00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
Voice:
(800) 322-6337
Fax:
(323) 582-2610
E-mail:
support@americandj.com
To purchase parts online visit http://parts.americandj.com
Warning!
To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do
not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
Warning!
This may cause severe eye damage. Avoid looking directly
into the light source at all times!
American DJ
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  • Page 1 Illusion 250™ General Information Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the Illusion 250™ by American . Every Illusion 250™ has been thoroughly tested and has been ® ® shipped in perfect operating condition. Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If the carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your fixture for any...
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    fixture fitted with a gas discharge lamp. Never open this unit while in marked change in performance. use. American DJ - www.americandj.com - Illusion 250™ Instruction Manual Page 3 American DJ - www.americandj.com - Illusion 250™ Instruction Manual Page 4 ®...
  • Page 3 2. XLR Output Jack - This jack is used to transmit the incoming DMX signal to another DMX fixture, or transmit a Master/Slave signal to the next Illusion 250™ in the chain. For best results in DMX or Master/Slave mode terminate this jack if it is the last unit in the chain.
  • Page 4: Controls And Functions

    Before plugging your unit in, be sure the source volt- 3. XLR DMX Input Jack - This jack is used to receive an incoming age in your area matches the required voltage for your American DJ DMX signal or Master/Slave signal.
  • Page 5 Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX and Master/Slave behavior. Operation): The Illusion 250™ can be controlled via DMX-512 proto- COMMON col. The Illusion 250™ is a four channel DMX unit. The DMX address is Termination reduces signal errors and DMX + avoids signal transmission problems set on the bottom panel of the Illusion 250.
  • Page 6: Operation

    1. To operate the unit in Sound Active mode. “Flip” dipswitch #10 to ferent modes. This next section will detail the differences in the the “on” position. 2. The Illusion 250™ will now react to the bass sound of music via operating modes. the internal microphone.
  • Page 7 The fuse holder has a built-in socket for a spare fuse be sure not to confuse the spare fuse with active fuse. American DJ - www.americandj.com - Illusion 250™ Instruction Manual Page 13 American DJ - www.americandj.com - Illusion 250™ Instruction Manual Page 14 ®...
  • Page 8: Troubleshooting

    Tapping on the microphone, quiet or high pitched sounds may not activate the unit. Continued on the Next Page American DJ - www.americandj.com - Illusion 250™ Instruction Manual Page 15 American DJ - www.americandj.com - Illusion 250™ Instruction Manual Page 16 ®...
  • Page 9: Warranty

    ® tive parts at its expense, and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair labor by reason of defects in material or workmanship. The sole responsibility of American DJ ® under this warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product, or replacement thereof, including parts, at the sole discretion of American DJ .
  • Page 10: Specifications

    American DJ ® American DJ World Headquarters: 4295 Charter Street Los Angeles, CA 90058 USA Tel: 323-582-2650 / Fax: 323-582-2610 Web: www.americandj.com / E-mail: info@americandj.com American DJ - www.americandj.com - Illusion 250™ Instruction Manual Page 19 ®...

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