ADJ 18P Hex Users Manual
18P Hex
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User Instructions
Europe Energy Saving Notice
Energy Saving Matters (EuP 2009/125/EC)
Saving electric energy is a key to help protecting the enviroment.
Please turn o all electrical products when they are not in use. To
avoid power consumption in idle mode, disconnect all electrical
equipment from power when not in use. Thank you!
18P Hex Introduction
18P Hex Features
Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the 18P Hex by ADJ Products,
LLC. Every 18P Hex 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 xture for any damage and be
sure all accessories necessary to operate the unit has arrived intact. In
the case damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact
our toll free customer support number for further instructions. Do not
return this unit to your dealer without rst contacting customer sup-
port.
Introduction:
xture can be used in a stand alone mode or connected in a Master/
Slave conguration. This par has five operating modes: Sound Active
mode, Program mode, RGBWA + UV dimmer mode, Static Color mode,
and DMX control mode. The 18P has 4 DMX channel modes; 6, 7, 8,
& 12.
Customer Support: ADJ Products, LLC provides a customer 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.adj.com for any comments or suggestions. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Pacic Standard Time.
Voice: (800) 322-6337
Fax: (323) 582-2941
E-mail: support@americandj.com
The 18P Hex is a DMX intelligent, LED par fixture. This
Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or re, do
not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
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
ADJ Products, LLC.
PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.
• Multi-Colors
• Five Operating Modes
• Electronic Dimming 0-100%
• 5 Dimmer Curves
• Built in Microphone
• DMX-512 protocol
• 3-Pin DMX Connection
• 4 DMX Modes: 6 Channel Mode, 7 Channel Mode, 8 Channel
Mode, & 12 Channel Mode.
• Dotz Par RF compatiable (Not Included)
• Power Cord Daisy Chain (See page 12)
18P Hex Warranty Registration
The 18P Hex carries a 2 year limited warranty. Please fill out the
enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase. All returned service
items whether under warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and
accompany a return authorization (R.A.) number. The R.A. number
must be clearly written on the outside of the return package. A brief
description of the problem as well as the R.A. number must also be
written down on a piece of paper included in the shipping carton. If
the unit is under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of
purchase invoice. You may obtain a R.A. number by contacting our
customer support team on our customer support number. All packages returned to the service department not displaying a R.A. number
on the outside of the package will be returned to the shipper.
18P Hex Installation
The unit should be mounted using a mounting clamp (not provided),
axing it to the mounting bracket that is provided with the unit.
Always ensure that the unit is rmly xed to avoid vibration and slipping while operating. Always ensure that the structure to which you
are attaching the unit is secure and is able to support a weight of 10
times the unit’s weight. Also, always use a safety cable that can hold
12 times the weight of the unit when installing the xture.
The equipment must be installed by a professional, and it must be
installed in a place where it is out of the reach of people’s grasp.
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18P Hex Safety Precautions
18P Hex Set Up
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock or re, do not expose this unit
rain or moisture
• Do not spill water or other liquids into or on to your unit.
• Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord has been
frayed or broken. Do not attempt to remove or break o the ground
prong from the electrical cord. This prong is used to reduce the risk
of electrical shock and re in case of an internal short.
• Disconnect from main power before making any type of connection.
• Do not remove the cover under any conditions. There are no user
serviceable parts inside.
• Never operate this unit when it’s cover is removed.
• Never plug this unit in to a dimmer pack
• Always be sure to mount this unit in an area that will allow proper
ventilation. Allow about 6” (15cm) between this device and a wall.
• Do not attempt to operate this unit, if it becomes damaged.
• This unit is intended for indoor use only, use of this product out`
doors voids all warranties.
• During long periods of non-use, disconnect the unit’s main power.
• Always mount this unit in safe and stable matter.
• Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to
be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them,
paying particular attention to the point they exit from the unit.
• Cleaning -The fixture should be cleaned only as recommended by
t he manufacturer. See page 21 for cleaning details.
• Heat -The appliance should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (inclu d ing amplifiers) that produce heat.
• The fixture should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance.
Power Supply: The ADJ 18P Hex contains a automatic voltage
switch, which will auto sense the voltage when it is plugged into the
power source. With this switch there is no need to worry about the correct power voltage, this unit can be plugged in anywhere.
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 travels from fixture to fixture via the DATA “IN” and DATA “OUT” XLR terminals 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
dierent manufactures to be linked together and operate from a single
controller, as long as all xtures and the controller are DMX compliant. 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 18P Hex can be controlled via DMX protocol. The 18P Hex has 4
DMX channel modes. Your unit and your DMX controller require a standard 3-pin XLR connector 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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Notice: Be sure to follow gures two and three
Figure 1
when making your own cables. Do not use the ground lug on the XLR
connector. Do not connect the cable’s shield conductor to the ground
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18P Hex Set Up
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUT OUTPUT
SOUND
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUT OUTPUT
SOUND
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUT OUTPUT
DMX512
DMX+,DMX-,COMMON
1
2
3
Termination reduces signal errors and
avoids signal transmission problems
and interference. It is always advisable
to connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance
120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.
POWER
SOUND
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUT OUTPUT
MAIN MENU DESCRIPTION
A001 ~ A512
CH 06, 07, 08, 12 Select Channel Mode
00 (Standard)
02 (TV)
Set fixture to HOLD state when no DMX signal
Set fixture to SOUND ACTIVE state when no DMX signal
SLAU Set fixture to SLAVE mode
G000 G000-G255 Manual Dimming of GREEN LED
b000 b000-b255 Manual Dimming of BLUE LED
A000 A000-A255 Manual Dimming of AMBER LED
U000 U000-U255 Manual Dimming of UV LED
P-01 Internal Program 01 - 63 Color Change (FADE Speed)
P-02 Internal Program 02: 63 Color Change (NO FADE Speed)
P-04 Internal Program 04: 6 Color Change (NO FADE Speed)
S-01 S-01 - S-30
Select CHANGE Speed from FAST to SLOW
rFof Select RF mode OFF or ON
So Select SOUND CONTROL Sensitivty
ADJ 18P HEX™
Subject to change without any prior written notice.
OPTIONS / VALUES
rFof, rFon
So00 - So30
HOLd
Internal Program 06: 63 Color Fade + Sound Control
Soun
SLAU
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.
18P Hex System Menu
S Y S T E M M E N U
COMMON
DMX512 OT
3-PIN XLR
1
3
2
DMX +
DMX -
3
1
2
DMX512 IN
3-PIN XLR
Figure 2
XLR Male Socket
1 Ground
2 Cold
3 Hot
XLR Female Socket
2 Cold
1 Ground
3 Hot
XLR Pin Conguration
Pin 1 = Ground
Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative)
Pin 3 = Data True (positive)
Figure 3
Special Note: Line Termination.
When longer runs of cable are
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 connected 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 Products, LLC part number Z-DMX/T) will decrease the possibilities of erratic behavior.
Termination reduces signal errors and
1
avoids signal transmission problems
3
and interference. It is always advisable
2
to connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance
120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.
Some manufactures use 5-pin DMX-
Figure 4
512 data cables for DATA transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin DMX
xtures may be implemented in a 3-pin DMX line. When inserting standard 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.
A001
DMX Address Setting
01 (Stage
A001
dC Select Dimming Curve Mode
03 (Architec)
04 (Theatre)
bLC
Set fixture to BLACK OUT state when no DMX signal
r000 r000-r255 Manual Dimming of RED LED
r000
u000 u000-u255 Manual Dimming of WHITE LED
C-01 C-01 C-01 - C-63 Select Static Color
P-03 Internal Program 03: 63 Color Fade
P-01
P-01
F-00 - F-30
P-05 Internal Program 05: 6 Color Fade
P-06
P-07
(NO FADE Speed and SPEED control)
Internal Program 07: 63 Color Change + Sound Control
(NO FADE Speed and SPEED Control)
Select FADE speed from FAST to SLOW
Conductor 5-Pin XLR Male (In)3-Pin XLR Female (Out)
Ground/Shield
Data Compliment (- signal)
Data True (+ signal)
Not Used
Not Used
3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
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