American DJ FASCINATOR User Instructions
American DJ FASCINATOR User Instructions

American DJ FASCINATOR User Instructions

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User Instructions
Revised 8/01
American DJ
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles CA. 90058
www.americandj.com
Fascinator™
Unpacking:
Thank you for purchasing the Fascinator™ by American
DJ
. Every Fascinator™ 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 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 Fascinator™ is
an intelligent fixture that can operate in DMX mode, as a stand alone
sound active piece, or in a Master/Slave configuration. The Fascina-
tor™ 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 the fixture requires 3 DMX
channels. When used as a stand alone unit or when used in multiples
linked in a master/slave configuration an optional MINI/C controller may
be used to 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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American DJ
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  • Page 1 There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs yourself, doing so will void your manufactures war- American DJ ranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact your nearest American DJ dealer. 4295 Charter Street ®...
  • Page 2 • Never operate this unit when it’s cover is removed. If the unit is under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof • Never plug this unit in to a dimmer pack of purchase invoice. Please contact American DJ customer support ®...
  • Page 3 Sound-Active and Master/Slave mode. 8. Fuse Holder - This housing stores the 5 amp GMA protective fuse. Always replace with the exact same type fuse, unless other wise instructed, by an authorized American DJ service technician. ®...
  • Page 4: Operating Modes

    Universal DMX Control: This function allows you to use a universal Note: To conserve lamp life, the unit will automatically turn off the lamp DMX 512 controller as the American DJ DMX Operator™ or Show ® when the fi xture has been inactive for longer than 60 seconds. This is Designer.™...
  • Page 5 10 it is used for special functions such as sound activation. Power Supply: Before plugging your unit in, be sure the source volt- 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 ®...
  • Page 6 Fuse & Lamp Replacement Caution: Always replace with the exact same type lamp and fuse, XLR Male Socket XLR Female Socket XLR Pin Confi guration unless otherwise specified by an authorized American DJ technician. ® 1 Ground 2 Cold 2 Cold...
  • Page 7: Fixture Cleaning

    Tapping on the microphone, quiet or high pitched sounds may not activate the unit. 2. Be sure the SENSITIVITY KNOB (6) is not set to the minimum position American DJ - www.americandj.com - Fascinator™ Instruction Manual Page 13 © ®...
  • 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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