Operation; Operating Modes - American DJ Emerald Scan II User Instructions

Emerald Scan II
XLR Male Socket
1 Ground
2 Cold 2 Cold
REMOTE
INPUT OUTPUT
CONTROL
INPUT
3 Hot
Figure 3
Special Note: Line Termination.
used, you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic POWER
behavior. A terminator is a 90-120 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 socket 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 behav-
ior.
Termination reduces signal errors and
avoids signal transmission problems
1 1
DMX512 IN
and interference. It is always advisable
3 3
3-PIN XLR
to connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance
2 2
120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.
connectors for DATA transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin XLR fixtures
may be implemented in a 3-pin XLR DMX line. When inserting stan-
dard 5-pin XLR connectors 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.
3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion
Conductor
Ground/Shield
Data Compliment (- signal)
Data True (+ signal)
Not Used
Not Used
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XLR Female Socket
XLR Pin Configuration
1 Ground
Pin 1 = Ground
REMOTE
INPUT OUTPUT
SOUND Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative) CONTROL
INPUT
3 Hot
Pin 3 = Data True (positive)
When longer runs of cable are
Figure 4
Some manufactures use 5-pin XLR
3-Pin XLR Female (Out) 5-Pin XLR Male (In)
Pin 1 Pin 1
Pin 2 Pin 2
Pin 3 Pin 3
Pin 4 - Do Not Use
Pin 5 - Do Not Use
Set Up Emerald Scan II
CAUTION IMPORTANT! When installing this projector, make sure
that it is mounted in a manner that prevents the audience from
looking directly into the beam, and the beam from striking the
audience.
General Operation:
alone, sound-active unit, or in a Master/Slave configuration. It can
also operate via DMX controller. The Emerald Scan II is ready to be
plugged in out of the box. After plugging the power cord into a power
POWER
outlet, flip the power switch to.
Note: Dipswitch #10 in the "On" position will invert the pan and
tilt function. This function is mainly used when using two or
more fixtures.

Operating Modes:

Universal DMX Control:
DMX-512 controller such as the American DJ
Show Designer.™
1. To control your fixture in DMX mode, follow the set-up procedures
on pages 9-11 as well as the set-up procedures included with
your DMX controller.
2. For longer cable runs (more than a 100 feet) use a terminator on
the last fixture.
3. The Emerald Scan II uses five DMX channels. See page 14 for
detailed description of the DMX traits. Use your DMX controller
to activate the various built-in patterns.
4. For help operating in DMX mode consult the manual included
with your DMX controller.
Stand-Alone Operation (Sound Active):
single unit to run to the beat of the music. Only use this mode when
running a single unit, or when running several units as individuals.
1. Set dipswitch #1 to the "ON" positon to activate Stand-Alone.
2. The unit will react to the low frequencies of music via the
internal microphone.
3. The optional BC 30 Controller (not included) may be used with
this mode to control different functions including blackout.
Master-Slave Operation (Sound Active):
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This fixture is designed to operate as a stand
This mode allows you to use a universal
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Operation

DMX Operator™ or
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This mode allows a
This mode will allow