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American DJ GP 250 User Instructions

American DJ GP 250 User Instructions

Four channel, intelligent dmx fixture
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American DJ
GP 250
User Instructions
Rev. 6/06
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American DJ
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4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles CA. 90058
www.americandj.com
GP 250™
Unpacking:
Thank you for purchasing the GP 250™ by American DJ
Every GP 250™ 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 fixture 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 missing, please contact
our toll free customer support number for further instructions. Please
do not return this unit to your dealer without contacting customer sup-
port first.
Introduction:
The GP 250™ is a four channel, intelligent DMX fix-
ture, that creates a bright, and awesome ambient effect, using multiple
colored gobos. The fixture can operate in three different operating
modes; stand alone, sound-active, or in a Master/Slave configuration.
The GP 250™ comes with several built in programs and is best used
in multiples of four. When used as a stand alone unit or when used in
multiples linked in a master/slave configuration. For best results use
fog or special effects smoke to enhance the beams projections.
Customer Support:
American DJ
support line, to provide 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. Pacific Standard Time.
Voice:
(800) 322-6337
Fax:
(323) 582-2610
E-mail:
support@americandj.com
To purchase parts online visit http://parts.americandj.com
Warning!
To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do
not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
Warning!
This may cause severe eye damage. Avoid looking directly
into the light source at all times!
American DJ
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  • Page 1 The fixture can operate in three different operating modes; stand alone, sound-active, or in a Master/Slave configuration. The GP 250™ comes with several built in programs and is best used in multiples of four. When used as a stand alone unit or when used in multiples linked in a master/slave configuration.

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    B. The appliance has been exposed to rain or water. C. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance. American DJ - www.americandj.com - GP 250™ Instruction Manual Page 3 American DJ - www.americandj.com - GP 250™ Instruction Manual Page 4 ®...

  • Page 3: General Instructions

    DMX signal to another DMX fixture, or transmit a Master/Slave signal to the next GP 250™ in the chain. For best results in DMX or Master/ Slave mode terminate this jack if it is the last unit in the chain. See “Terminator”...
  • Page 4 11 and 12. When a unit does include American DJ - www.americandj.com - GP 250™ Instruction Manual Page 7 American DJ - www.americandj.com - GP 250™ Instruction Manual Page 8 ®...
  • Page 5 Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX and Master/Slave behavior. Operation): The GP 250™ can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. COMMON The GP 250™ is a four channel DMX unit. The DMX address is set on Termination reduces signal errors and DMX + avoids signal transmission problems the bottom panel of the GP 250.

  • Page 6: Operation

    1. To operate the unit in Sound Active mode. Set dipswitch #10 and #11 to the “on” position. See dipswitch settings on page 15. ating modes. 2. The GP 250™ will now react to the bass sound of • Stand alone mode - music via the internal microphone.
  • Page 7 The fuse holder has a built-in socket for a spare fuse be sure not to confuse the spare fuse with active fuse. American DJ - www.americandj.com - GP 250™ Instruction Manual Page 13 American DJ - www.americandj.com - GP 250™ Instruction Manual Page 14 ®...

  • Page 8: Dip Switch Settings

    200 - 219 AUTO PROGRAM 6 220 - 239 AUTO PROGRAM 7 240 - 255 AUTO PROGRAM 8 American DJ - www.americandj.com - GP 250™ Instruction Manual Page 15 American DJ - www.americandj.com - GP 250™ Instruction Manual Page 16 ® ®...

  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    1. Low frequencies (bass) should cause the unit to react to sound. Tapping on the microphone, quiet or high pitched sounds may not activate the unit. American DJ - www.americandj.com - GP 250™ Instruction Manual Page 17 American DJ - www.americandj.com - GP 250™ Instruction Manual Page 18 ®...

  • Page 10: Warranty

    The sole responsibility of American DJ ® under this warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product, or replacement thereof, including parts, at the sole discretion of American DJ .

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