American DJ Utopia 250S User Instructions

American DJ Utopia 250S User Instructions

Single color/gobo wheel combination

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American DJ
User Instructions
Revised 9/01
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American DJ
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles CA. 90058
www.americandj.com
Utopia 250S™
Unpacking:
Thank you for purchasing the Utopia 250S™ by Ameri-
can DJ
. Every Utopia 250S™ has been thoroughly tested and has
®
been shipped in perfect operating condition. Carefully check the ship-
ping carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If the
carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your fi xture 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. Do not return this unit to your dealer without fi rst contact-
ing customer support.
Introduction:
This unit use a single color/gobo wheel combination for
vibrant colors and extravagant gobo patterns. The Utopia 250S™ is an
intelligent fixture that can run In DMX mode, as a stand alone sound
active piece, or in a Master/Slave configuration. The Utopia 250S™
comes with several build in programs and is best used in multiples of
four. This piece is best used with a fog or haze machine to enhance
the beam output. When used in DMX mode channel 4 access a spe-
cial strobe function. When used as a stand alone unit or when used
in multiples linked in a master/slave configuration an optional Utopia/C
controller may be used. The optional controller will access different pro-
grams and control a blackout function.
Customer Support:
American DJ
port line, to provide set up 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. Pacifi c Standard Time.
Voice:
(800) 322-6337
Fax:
(323) 582-2610
E-mail:
support@americandj.com
Warning!
To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fi re, do
not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
Caution!
There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not
attempt any repairs yourself, doing so will void your manufactures war-
ranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact
your nearest American DJ
dealer.
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  • Page 1 There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not American DJ attempt any repairs yourself, doing so will void your manufactures war- ranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact 4295 Charter Street your nearest American DJ dealer. Los Angeles CA. 90058 ® www.americandj.com American DJ - www.americandj.com - Utopia 250S™...
  • Page 2 • Do not remove the cover under any conditions. There are no user If the unit is under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof serviceable parts inside. of purchase invoice. Please contact American DJ customer support ®...
  • Page 3 8. XLR Input Jack - This jack is used to accept an incoming DMX signal or Master/Slave signal. 9. XLR Output Jack - This jack is used to transmit the incoming American DJ - www.americandj.com - Utopia 250S™ Instruction Manual Page 5 American DJ - www.americandj.com - Utopia 250S™...
  • Page 4: Universal Dmx Control

    14. fuse. Always replace with the exact same type fuse, unless other 6. For help operating in DMX operation consult the manual included wise instructed, by an authorized American DJ service technician. ®...
  • Page 5: Power Supply

    Power Supply: Before plugging your unit in, be sure the source volt- activation. age in your area matches the required voltage for your American DJ ® Each dip switch has a preset value. A specific DMX address is set by Utopia 250S.™...
  • Page 6: Fuse Replacement

    Be sure to follow fi gures two and three when making your own Always replace with the exact same type lamp and fuse, cables. Do not use the ground lug on the XLR connector. Do not con- unless otherwise specified by an authorized American DJ technician. ®...
  • Page 7: Fixture Cleaning

    2. Be sure the SENSITIVITY KNOB (5) is not set to the minimum Function Switch position Head 3 Head 4 American DJ - www.americandj.com - Utopia 250S™ Instruction Manual Page 13 © ® American DJ - www.americandj.com - Utopia 250S™ Instruction Manual Page 14 ©...
  • Page 8: Technical Specifications

    "O"'s along the top and side of the chart represent dip switch poistion ("X" for off and "O" for on). Find your desired DMX address from the center chart. A Division of the American DJ® Group of Companies Identify the position for dip switches 1-5 from the chart on the left and dip switches 6-9 from the chart on the top.

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