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American DJ
User Instructions
Rev. 11/09
Penta Beam™
Unpacking:
Thank you for purchasing the Penta Beam™ by Ameri-
can DJ
. Every Penta Beam™ 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 unit 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. Please do not return the unit to your dealer without first
contacting customer support.
Introduction:
The Penta Beam™ is a unique six channel, DMX intel-
lingent red laser effect that creates several different patterns. The unit
uses five lasers to project several patterns over a wide area. This unit
can be used as a stand alone, sound-active unit or in a Master/Slave
configuration. The unit can also be controlled via DMX controller. The
unit's sound sensitivity may be adjusted by a sensitivity knob on the
rear of the unit. When used as a stand alone unit or when used in mul-
tiples linked in a master/slave configuration the optional MINI/C con-
troller may be used. The optional controller will control the blackout
function. For best results use fog or special effects smoke to enhance
the beams projections.
Customer Support:
support 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 com-
ments or suggestions. For service related issue please contact Ameri-
can DJ
. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00
®
p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
Voice:
Fax:
E-mail:
To purchase parts online visit http://parts.americandj.com
Caution!
There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not
attempt any repairs yourself, doing so will void your manufactures
warranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service please
contact American DJ customer support.
Please recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.
American DJ
- www.americandj.com - Penta Beam™ Instruction Manual Page 2
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General Introduction
American DJ
provides a toll free customer
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(800) 322-6337
(323) 582-2610
support@americandj.com

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Summary of Contents for American DJ Penta Beam

  • Page 1 General Introduction Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the Penta Beam™ by Ameri- can DJ . Every Penta Beam™ 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...
  • Page 2 Warranty Registration doors voids all warranties. The Penta Beam™ carries a 90 day limited warranty. Please fill out the • During long periods of non-use, disconnect the unit’s main power. enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase. All returned service •...
  • Page 3: Laser Warnings And Safety

    NON-INTERLOCKED HOUSING WARNING After setting up, and before public use, test laser to ensure proper The Penta Beam™ contains high power laser devices internally. Do function. Do not use if any defect is detected. Do not use if laser not open the laser housing, due to the potential exposure to unsafe emits only one or two laser beams rather than dozens/hundreds, as levels of laser radiation.
  • Page 4: Warning Labels

    Warning Labels Penta Beam™ Set Up Power Supply: Before plugging your unit in, be sure the source volt- age in your area matches the required voltage for your American DJ ® Penta Beam.™ The American DJ Penta Beam ™ is 120v only. Because ®...
  • Page 5 The Penta Beam™ is a one channel DMX unit. The DMX address COMMON is set on the side panel of the Penta Beam. ™ Your unit and your DMX Termination reduces signal errors and DMX + avoids signal transmission problems...
  • Page 6: Control And Functions

    DMX signal to another DMX fixture, or transmit a Master/ Slave signal to the next Penta Beam™ in the chain. For best results in DMX or Master/Slave mode terminate this jack if it is the last unit in the chain.
  • Page 7: Operation

    18. audience. 4. The Penta Beam™ uses six DMX channels. See page 16 for detailed description of the DMX traits. Use your DMX controller to Power Supply: This unit is available only in 120v.
  • Page 8 Master/Slave Chart 1 2 3 9 10 MASTER 1 2 3 9 10 SLAVE American DJ - www.americandj.com - Penta Beam™ Instruction Manual Page 15 American DJ - www.americandj.com - Penta Beam™ Instruction Manual Page 16 © ® © ®...
  • Page 9: Dip Switch Settings

    This chart list the DMX dipswitch setting for DMX address 1 through 511. Follow the instructions below to configure fixture dipswitches with your desired DMX address. American DJ - www.americandj.com - Penta Beam™ Instruction Manual Page 17 American DJ - www.americandj.com - Penta Beam™ Instruction Manual Page 18 ©...
  • Page 10: Breaker Reset

    American DJ, Inc. concludes, after inspection, affects the reliability 1. Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the out- of the product; if the product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the American DJ, side casing.
  • Page 11 Penta Beam™ Notes Penta Beam™ Notes American DJ - www.americandj.com - Penta Beam™ Instruction Manual Page 21 American DJ - www.americandj.com - Penta Beam™ Instruction Manual Page 22 © ® © ®...
  • Page 12: Specifications

    American DJ ® American DJ World Headquarters: 6122 S. Eastern Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90040 USA Tel: 323-582-2650 / Fax: 323-725-6100 Web: www.americandj.com / E-mail: info@americandj.com American DJ - www.americandj.com - Penta Beam™ Instruction Manual Page 23 © ®...

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