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O P E R AT I O N
Operating Modes:
The MB DMX II may be operated in three different modes. Always be sure to disconnect the power
supply after changing the operating mode to allow the unit to reset to the new operating mode. Failure
to disconnect the power supply after changing the operating mode may cause the unit to function
improperly.
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Stand alone mode - The unit will rotate to the pre-defined speed set with the dip switches. You can
also use the optional UC IR remote (sold separately) to control various functions.
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Primary/Secondary mode - You can daisy chain up to 16 units together to get synchronized motor
rotation. You can also use the optional UC IR remote to control various functions.
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DMX control mode - This function will allow you to control each unit's individual traits with a standard
DMX 512 controller.
Stand Alone Mode:
This function allows a single unit to operate to any of the presets using the dipswitches. Only use this
function when running a single unit, or when running several units as individuals. Please note this
function does not allow individual control of the DMX traits.
1. To activate the Stand-Alone mode, locate the dipswitches on the side of the unit and flip dipswitch
10 to the "on" position.
2. Follow the dipswitch chart to select a preset speed and to control mirror ball rotation direction.
3. Attach the mirror ball to the motor and connect main power.
4. The optional UC IR remote (sold separately) may also be used to control the motor.``
Primary/Secondary Mode:
This function will allow you to link up to 16 units without the use of an external controller. In a Primary/
Secondary set up one unit will act as the controlling unit and the others will react to the controlling units
presets. Any unit can act as a Primary or as a Secondary. Please note this function does not allow
individual control of the DMX traits and will only run to the units built-in programs.
1. Using standard XLR microphone cables, as described on pages six and seven, daisy chain your
units together via the XLR connec- tors on the rear of the units. Remember the Male XLR connector
is the input and the Female XLR connector is the output. The first unit in the chain (primary) will use
the female XLR connector only. The last unit in the chain will use the male XLR connector only. For
longer cable runs we suggest a terminator at the last fixture.
2. Select a MB DMX II to be the "primary" unit. Locate the dipswitches on the side of the unit and flip
dipswitch 10 to the "on" position.
3. Follow the dipswitch chart on page 13 to select a desired rotation speed and direction. Be sure to
note that this
4. For all other motors in the chain (secondary) located the dipswitches on the side of the units and be
sure dipswitch 10 is in the "off" position.
5. Connect main power to all the motors and they will immediately begin to rotate to the presets of the
"primary" unit.
6. The optional UC IR remote (sold separately) may also be used to control the motor.
selection will be universal throughout all motors in the chain.
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