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Products, LLC brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. ADJ Products, LLC and all affiliated companies hereby disclaim any and all liabilities for property, equipment, building, and electrical damages, injuries to any persons, and direct or indirect economic...
GENERAL INFORMATION Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the Boom Box FX3 by ADJ Products, LLC. Every Boom Box FX3 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 oper- ate the unit has arrived intact.
During operation the housing may become extremely hot. Avoid touching the unit with bare hands while in use. ADJ Products, LLC will not accept any liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-obser- vance of this manual or any unauthorized modification to this unit.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety Issues: This unit may “pop” the fuse if the maximum allotted load of 2 amps is reached. • To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. • Do not spill water or other liquids into or on to your unit.
DMX SETUP Power Supply: The ADJ Boom Box FX3 contains an automatic voltage switch, which will automati- cally sense the voltage when it is plugged into the power source. With this switch there is no need to worry about the correct power voltage, and this unit can be plugged in anywhere.
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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. 5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors. Some manufacturers use 5-pin XLR connectors for DATA transmis- sion in place of 3-pin.
INSTALLATION The unit should be mounted using a mounting clamp (not provided) and affixing it to the mounting bracket that is provided with the unit. Always ensure that the unit is firmly fixed to avoid vibration and slipping during operation. Always ensure that the structure to which you are attaching the unit is secure and is able to support at least 10 times the unit’s weight.
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SYSTEM MENU System Menu: When making adjustments, press ENTER to confirm your setup, then press and hold the MENU button for at least 3 seconds. To exit without making any adjustments, press the MENU button. The display will lock after 30 seconds, and can be unlocked by pressing and holding the MENU button for 3 seconds.
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SYSTEM MENU DNST - This mode defines the behavior of the fixture in the event that DMX signal is lost or interrupted, or if power is lost. 1. Press the MENU button until “DNST” is displayed, and either “MASL”, “BLND”, or “LAST” will be displayed beneath.
OFFSET MENU To enter the home position adjustment menu, press and hold the ENTER button for at least 5 sec- onds. In this submenu you are able to adjust the original position of the beam and gobo motors and laser motors. oPAn - Adjustment of the beam motor.
OPERATION Universal DMX Control: This function allows you to use a universal DMX-512 controller to control the matrix lights, moonflower rotation, strobing, and the visual ring colors. A DMX controller allows you to create unique programs tailored to your individual needs. •...
PRIMARY-SECONDARY SET UP This function will allow you to link up to 16 units together and operate without a controller. In a Primary-Secondary set up, one unit will act as the controlling unit and the others will react to the controlling unit’s programs.
UC IR/AIRSTREAM CONTROL WIRELESS SETUP There are many factors that can affect and/or interrupt a wireless signal, including walls, glass, metal, objects, and people. Therefore, the following guidelines are recommended in order to maxi- mize the chances of having a clear path for the wireless signal to reach the device: •...
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The Boom Box FX3 is also compatible with the Airstream IR app. The IR transmitter is available through any ADJ dealer or through the ADJ parts website. Plug the transmitter into the headphone jack of your iOS phone or tablet. To control your IR fixture you must raise the volume to the maxi- mum on your iOS phone or tablet, aim the transmitter at the front of the fixture, and be no more than 15 feet away.
DMX TRAITS CHANNEL DMX VALUE FUNCTION 52CH Matrix Red LED 1, 0% to 100% 000 - 255 Matrix Green LED 1, 0% to 100% 000 - 255 Matrix Blue LED 1, 0% to 100% 000 - 255 Matrix Red LED 2, 0% to 100% 000 - 255 Matrix Green LED 2, 0% to 100% 000 - 255...
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DMX TRAITS CHANNEL FUNCTION VALUES 52CH Matrix Strobe (continued) 232 - 239 Open 240 - 247 Random Strobing 248 - 255 Open 000 - 255 Matrix Master Dimmer, 0% to 100% Beamer Red LED 000 - 255 Beamer Green LED 000 - 255 Beamer Blue LED 000 - 255...
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DMX TRAITS CHANNEL FUNCTION VALUES 52CH Show Mode 000 - 069 No Function 070 - 079 Show 1 080 - 089 Show 2 090 - 099 Show 3 100 - 109 Show 4 110 - 119 Show 5 120 - 129 Show 6 130 - 139 Show 7...
FUSE REPLACEMENT Disconnect the unit from its power source, and remove the power cord from the unit. The fuse holder is located next to the I.E.C. power connection. Use a phillips head screw-driver to remove the fuse holder, then remove the fuse located inside the fuse holder and replace with the new fuse. Install the fuse holder and new fuse and secure it.
LIMITED WARRANTY (USA ONLY) A. ADJ Products, LLC hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, ADJ Products, LLC products to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a prescribed period from the date of purchase (see specific warranty period on reverse). This warranty shall be valid only if the product is purchased within the United States of America, including possessions and territories.
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