Power Supply - American DJ Micro Wash RGBW User Instructions

Micro Wash RGBW
ower Supply:
P The American DJ Micro Wash RGBW is a 100v~240v
unit. Because of voltage setup of the unit you do not have to worry
about wall output voltage. This unit is compatiable with all wall out-
puts.
DMX-512:
DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal pro-
tocol used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures
and controllers. A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions from
the controller to the fixture. DMX data is sent as serial data that trav-
els from fixture to fixture via the DATA "IN" and DATA "OUT" XLR ter-
minals located on all DMX fixtures (most controllers only have a DATA
"OUT" terminal).
DMX Linking: DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of
different manufactures to be linked together and operate from a single
controller, as long as all fixtures and the controller are DMX compli-
ant. To ensure proper DMX data transmission, when using several
DMX fixtures try to use the shortest cable path possible. The order
in which fixtures are connected in a DMX line does not influence the
DMX addressing. For example; a fixture assigned a DMX address of 1
may be placed anywhere in a DMX line, at the beginning, at the end,
or anywhere in the middle. When a fixture is assigned a DMX address
of 1, the DMX controller knows to send DATA assigned to address 1
to that unit, no matter where it is located in the DMX chain.
Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX Operation):
The Micro Wash RGBW can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The
Micro Wash RGBW has 6 DMX channel modes, please see page 9
for the different modes. The DMX address is set on the back panel of
the Micro Wash RGBW. Your unit and your DMX
controller require a standard 3-pin XLR connec-
tor for data input and data output (Figure 1). We
recommend Accu-Cable DMX cables. If you are
making your own cables, be sure to use standard
110-120 Ohm shielded cable (This cable may be
purchased at almost all pro lighting stores). Your
cables should be made with a male and female
XLR connector on either end of the cable. Also
remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained
and cannot be split.
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REMOTE
INPUT OUTPUT
SOUND CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
DMX512
DMX+,DMX-,COMMON
1
DMX512 OUT
3
3-PIN XLR
2
Figure 1
Set Up Micro Wash RGBW
Notice:
Be sure to follow figures two and three when making your own
cables. Do not use the ground lug on the XLR connector. Do not con-
nect the cable's shield conductor to the ground lug or allow the shield
conductor to come in contact with the XLR's outer casing. Grounding
the shield could cause a short circuit and erratic behavior.
REMOTE
INPUT
SOUND CONTROL
INPUT
XLR Male Socket
1 Ground
Figure 3
Special Note: Line Termination.
used, you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic
behavior. A terminator is a 110-120 ohm 1/4 watt resistor which is con-
nected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector (DATA + and
DATA -). This unit is inserted in the female 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.
COMMON
DMX +
1
DMX512 IN
3
3-PIN XLR
DMX -
2
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.
512 data cables for DATA transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin DMX
fixtures may be implemented in a 3-pin DMX line. When inserting stan-
dard 5-pin data cables in to a 3-pin line a cable adaptor must be used,
these adaptors are readily available at most electric stores. The chart
below details a proper cable conversion.
Data Compliment (- signal)
Data True (+ signal)
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POWER
DMX512
DMX+,DMX-,COMMON
COMMON
DMX +
1
DMX512 OUT
3
3-PIN XLR
DMX -
2
OUTPUT
SOUND
XLR Female Socket
2 Cold
2 Cold 1 Ground
3 Hot
3 Hot
POWER
When longer runs of cable are
Termination reduces signal errors and
avoids signal transmission problems
1
and interference. It is always advisable
3
to connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance
2
120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.
Some manufactures use 5-pin DMX-
3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion
Conductor 3-Pin XLR Female (Out)
Ground/Shield Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Not Used
Not Used
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Set Up
POWER
Termination redu
avoids signal tra
1 1
DMX512 IN
and interference.
3 3
3-PIN XLR
2 2 to connect a DMX
120 Ohm 1/4 W)
Figure 2
and PIN 3 (DMX
REMOTE
INPUT OUTPUT
CONTROL
INPUT
XLR Pin Configuration
Pin 1 = Ground
Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative)
Pin 3 = Data True (positive)
POWER
Figure 4
5-Pin XLR Male (In)
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Do Not Use
Do Not Use