American DJ DMX-512 Scanner User Manual


 
Operating Modes:
You can use the Pocket Scan
TM
in three ways:
Stand alone mode - The unit will react to sound, chasing
through the several built in programs. You can also use the
optional Pocket Scan/RF Remote Control to set blackout,
strobe or slow scan mode.
• Master/Slave mode - You can daisy chain up to 16 units
together to get a synchronized light show that will react to
sound chasing through several built in programs.
DMX control mode - This function will allow you to control
each individual fixtures traits with a standard DMX 512
controller such as the American DJ Show Designer.
TM
Stand Alone Mode:
The Pocket Scan
TM
has a sophisticated built-in light show that
will run to sound when there is no DMX signal present. Plug the
fixture in and it will chase through its programs via sound. You
can also use the optional wireless remote to blackout, strobe,
or slow scan the units.
Master-Slave Operation:
This function will allow you to link up to 16 units together to run
in a Master-Slave mode. In Master-Slave operation one unit
will act as the controlling unit and the others will react to the
controlling units built-in programs. Any unit can act as a Master
or as a Slave however, units must be programmed to act as
“Masters” or as “Slaves.” There are two Master-Slave modes,
Fast and Slow.
Master-Slave Connections:
1. Daisy chain your units via the XLR connector on the top of
the unit. Use standard XLR microphone cables to link your
units together. Remember that the Male XLR connector is the
input and the Female XLR connector is the output. The first
unit in the chain (master) will use the female XLR connector
only. The last unit in the chain will use the male XLR
connector only.
Pocket Scan™ Operating Instructions
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Due to fog residue, smoke, and dust cleaning the internal and
external optical lenses must be carried out periodically to opti-
mize light output.
1. Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the
outside casing.
2. Use a brush to wipe down the fan grill.
3. Clean the external optics with glass cleaner and a soft cloth
every 20 days.
4. Clean the internal optics with glass cleaner and a soft cloth
every 30-60 days.
5. Always be sure to dry all parts completely before plugging
the unit back in.
Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the
fixture operates (i.e. smoke, fog residue, dust, dew).
Pocket Scan™ Cleaning
Pocket Scan™ Operation Cont.
Adjusting The DMX address:
The DMX address is adjusteded by using the “1, 10, and 100”
keys directly below the LCD. Each press of a button will increase
the selected value of one. Please note that each tap of the
keys will only increase the displayed value, you may decrease
the value.
This function will reset all functions to their default setting. You
may reset the fixture by turing the unit on and off. If your units
are being controlled through a DMX controller, you may also
reset the fixtures by adjusting DMX channel seven to a value of
240-255.
This function will automatically shut off the lamp if the shutter is
closed for more than one minute in DMX mode. In Sound-Active
mode the lamp will automatically shut off is their there is no
music source for more than a minute. This function has been
incorporated to extend lamp life.
Pocket Scan™ Automatic Lamp Control
Pocket Scan™ Reset Function