Penta Pix
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User Instructions
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Please turn o all electrical products when they are not in use. To
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Penta Pix Introduction
Penta Pix General Instructions
Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the Penta Pix by ADJ Prod-
ucts, LLC. Every Penta Pix 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 support.
Introduction: The Penta Pix is part of ADJ’s continuing pursuit for
creating high quality affordable intelligent fixtures. The ADJ Penta Pix
is a 5-head beam effect with pixel zone control. Create quick chasing beam effects from its five 15W 4-IN-1 RGBW LEDs with new ACL
lens (Advanced Collimator Optic Lens) for crisp, sharp beams. Each
head may be manual positioned on an x-axis. The unit has 3 operating
modes; Sound Active Mode, Show Mode, and DMX Control. This unit
can be used as a stand alone xture, or in a Master/Slave congura-
tion. This fixture is suitable for theaters, studios, retail stores, and other
similar locations.
Customer Support: ADJ Products, LLC provides a toll free cus-
tomer 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
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.
To optimize the performance of this product, please read these operating instructions carefully to familiarize yourself with the basic operations
of this unit. These instructions contain important safety information
regarding the use and maintenance of this unit. Please keep this manual
with the unit, for future reference.
Penta Pix Features
• Built in Microphone
• 5 DMX Channel Modes: 4/8/11/20/27
• 63 Color Macros
• 4 Show Modes
• 5 Operational modes: Sound Active, Auto Run, RGBW Dimmer
Mode, Color Macro Mode, & DMX Control
• Sound Sensitivity Adjustable
• Power Cord Daisy Chaining. See page 23.
Penta Pix Warranty Registration
The Penta Pix carries a 3 year (1095 days) limited warranty. Please fill
out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase and warranty. You may also register your product online at www.adj.com. All
returned service items whether under warranty or not, must be freight
pre-paid and accompany a return authorization (R.A.) number. If the
unit is under warranty you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice. Please contact ADJ Products, LLC customer support
for a R.A. number.
Penta Pix 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.
PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.
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Penta Pix Safety Precautions
• 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 23 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.
Penta Pix Set Up
ower Supply: The ADJ Penta Pix contains a automatic voltage
P
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 Penta Pix has 5 DMX Channel modes. The DMX address is set on the
rear panel of the Penta Pix. Your unit and your DMX controller require a
approved DMX-512 110 Ohm Data cable for data input and data output.
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 professional
sound and 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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Figure 1
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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
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.
Penta Pix Set Up
Penta Pix System Menu
Notice: Be sure to follow gures two and three 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 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.
1
2
XLR Male Socket
1 Ground
Figure 3
DMX512 OT
3-PIN XLR
2 Cold
3 Hot
Special Note: Line Termination.
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 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.
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.
3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion
Conductor 5-Pin XLR Male (In)3-Pin XLR Female (Out)
Ground/Shield
Data Compliment (- signal)
Data True (+ signal)
Not Used
Not Used
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3
XLR Female Socket
2 Cold
COMMON
DMX +
DMX -
3
1
2
DMX512 IN
3-PIN XLR
Figure 2
XLR Pin Conguration
1 Ground
3 Hot
Pin 1 = Ground
Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative)
Pin 3 = Data True (positive)
When longer runs of cable are
Figure 4
Some manufactures use 5-pin DMX-
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
The LCD backlight will shut o after 30 seconds, to relight
the background, press the MODE button for 5 seconds.
DMX Addr - Set the DMX Address Mode -
1. Press the MODE button until “DMX Addr” is displayed, press
ENTER.
2. The address will now begin to ash, use the UP and DOWN
buttons to nd your desired DMX address, then press ENTER.
DMX Mode - Set the DMX Channel Mode -
1. Press the MODE button until “DMX Mode” is displayed, and
press ENTER.
2. The current DMX channel mode will now begin to ash, use
the UP and DOWN buttons to nd your desired DMX Channel
mode, then press ENTER.
Slave Mode - This will let you set your unit as a slave in
a master/slave conguration.
1. Press the MODE button until “Slave Mode” is displayed. Your
unit will now follow the Master.
Static Color Mode - In this mode you can set a static
color.
1. Press the MODE button until “STATC” is displayed, and press
ENTER.
2. The “01” will now begin to ash. Press ENTER again and use
the UP and DOWN buttons to cycle through the various static
colors.
Dream Mode - This mode is a individual fade mode with
each lens generating a different color.
1. Press the MODE button until “STATC” is displayed, and press
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Penta Pix System Menu
ENTER.
2. The “01” will now begin to ash. Press the UP or DOWN buttons so that “DREAM” is displayed.
2. You can change the speed of this mode by pressing ENTER
once more so that “SPXX” is now ashing. “XX” represents the
current speed setting. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust
the speed.
Metor Mode - This mode is a individual color change
mode with each lens generating a different color.
1. Press the MODE button until “STATC” is displayed,
ENTER.
2. The “01” will now begin to ash. Press the UP or DOWN buttons so that “METOR” is displayed.
2. You can change the speed of this mode by pressing ENTER
once more so that “SPXX” is now ashing. “XX” represents the
current speed setting. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust
the speed.
and press
Color Fade Mode - This is a color fade mode with
each lens fading through the same colors.
Color Change Mode - This is a color change mode
with each lens color changing through the same colors.
1. Press the MODE button until “STATC” is displayed, and press
ENTER.
2. The “01” will now begin to ash. Press the UP or DOWN buttons so that “CHANG” is displayed.
2. You can change the speed of this mode by pressing ENTER
once more so that “SPXX” is now ashing. “XX” represents the
current speed setting. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust
the speed.
Dim Curve - This setting will let you select your desired
dimming curve. See the chart on page 17 for more information.
1. Press the MODE button until “Dim Curve” is displayed, press
ENTER.
2. 1 of 5 dimming curve settings will be displayed: Standard,
Stage, TV, Architectural, or Theatre. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select your desired dimming curve and press ENTER to
conrm.
1. Press the MODE button until “STATC” is displayed, and press
ENTER.
2. The “01” will now begin to ash. Press the UP or DOWN buttons so that “FADE” is displayed.
2. You can change the speed of this mode by pressing ENTER
once more so that “SPXX” is now ashing. “XX” represents the
current speed setting. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust
the speed.
Manual Color Mode - In this mode you can adjust the
RGBW colors to make your own desired color.
1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until
“MANUAL” is displayed.
2. When “R: XXX” is displayed you are in Red dimming mode.
Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity. After you
have finished adjusting the intensity, or if you would like to skip
to the next color, press the ENTER button.
3. When “G: XXX” is displayed you are in Green dimming
mode. Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.
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Penta Pix System Menu Penta Pix System Menu
3. Press ENTER to conrm your desired set up.
4. When “B: XXX” is displayed you are in Blue dimming mode.
Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.
5. When “W:XXX” is displayed you are in White dimming mode.
Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.
6. After you have adjusted the colors to make your desired
color you can then activate strobing by pressing the ENTER
button to enter the strobe mode.
7. “STR: XX” will be displayed, this is strobe mode. The strobe
can be adjusted between “000” (strobe off) to “255” (fastest
strobing).
Pixel Flip - In this mode you adjust the unit so that the
LEDs in DMX mode will illuminate at your desired starting
point. Right to left or left to right.
1. Press the MODE button until “PIXEL FLIP” is displayed, press
ENTER.
2. Either “FLIP 1” or “FLIP 2”, will be displayed. When looking
at the front of the unit, “FLIP 1” will have the unit light up left to
right. “FLIP 2” will have the unit light up right to left. Use the UP
or DOWN buttons to nd your desired setting.
3. Press ENTER to conrm your desired set up.
NO DMX - This mode can be used as a precaution mode,
that in case the DMX signal is lost, the operating mode
chosen in the setup is the running mode the xture will go
into when the DMX signal is lost. You can also set this as
the operating mode you would like the unit to return to when
power is applied.
1. Press the MODE button until “NO DMX” is displayed, and either
“Sound”, “Auto”, “Black”, or “Hold” will be displayed beneath.
2. Press ENTER and the bottom choice will begin to ash. Use
the UP or DOWN buttons to choose an operating mode you
would like the unit to start up in when power is applied or the
DMX signal is lost.
• Sound - If the DMX signal is lost or power is applied, the unit
will automatically go into sound active mode.
• Black (Blackout) - If the DMX signal is lost or power is applied,
the unit will automatically go into stand by mode.
• Hold - If the DMX signal is lost the xture will stay in the last
DMX setting. If power is applied and this mode is set, the unit will
automatically go into the last DMX set up.
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Macro Mode - In this mode you can select 1 of 63 color
macros.
1. Press the MODE button until “Macros” is displayed.
2. Press ENTER to adjust and the number will begin to ash.
Use the UP and DOWN buttons to nd your desired color macro.
Once you found your desired color macro press ENTER to conrm.
Sound Mode - In this mode the unit will run in sound
active mode.
1. Press the MODE button until “SoundMod” is displayed.
2. Press ENTER to adjust your sound sensitivity. When you press
ENTER the number next to “Sens” will begin to ash, use the
UP and DOWN buttons to adjust the sound sensitivity. Once you
found your desired sensitivity press ENTER to conrm.
Unit Temperature - In this menu you can switch the
running temperature between fahrenheit and celsius.
1. Press the MODE button until “TempUnit” is displayed.
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Penta Pix DMX Control
2. Press ENTER to change the running temperature When you
press ENTER the current temperature setting will begin to ash.
Use the UP and DOWN buttons to switch between the temperature settings.
Temperature - In this menu you check the current run-
ning temperature.
1. Press the MODE button until “Temp.” is displayed.
2. The current running temperature will now be displayed.
White Balance - In this menu you can adjust/balance
the colors.
1. Press the MODE button until “Whitebal.” is displayed.
2. Press the ENTER button and the “LED” number will begin to
blink. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to nd the head you would
like to balance and press ENTER.
3. Use the UP or DOWN buttons scroll through the colors. Once
you nd the color you would like to adjust press ENTER.
4. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to adjust the color.
Default Settings - In this menu you can reset the unit
back to its default settings.
1. Press the MODE button until “DFSE.” is displayed.
2. Press the ENTER button and either “ON” or “OFF” will be displayed. To reset the unit, use the UP or DOWN buttons to display
“ON” and press ENTER.
Universal DMX Control: This function allows you to use a univer-
sal DMX-512 controller to control the colors, chases, dimmer and
strobe. A DMX controller allows you to create unique programs tailored to your individual needs.
1. The Penta Pix has 5 DMX Modes; a 4 Channel Mode, 8 Channel
Mode, 11 Channel Mode, 20 Channel Mode & 27 Channel Mode.
See pages 14-20 for a detailed description of the DMX traits.
2. To control your fixture in DMX mode, follow the set-up procedures
on pages 5-6 as well as the set-up specifications that are
included with your DMX controller.
3. Use the controller’s faders to control the various DMX fixture traits.
This will allow you to create your own programs.
4. Follow the instructions on page 7 to select your desired DMX
Mode and to set the DMX address. After you have selected your
DMX mode and set the address, then connect your DMX control-
ler.
5. For longer cable runs (more than a 100 feet) use a terminator on
the last fixture.
6. For help operating in DMX mode consult the manual included
with your DMX controller.
Penta Pix Master-Slave Set Up
Master-Slave Set Up:
units together and operate without a controller. In a Master-Slave set
up one unit will act as the controlling unit and the others will react to the
controlling units programs. Any unit can act as a Master or as a Slave.
1. Using appropriate XLR cables, daisy chain your units together via
the XLR connector on the rear of the units. Remember the Male
XLR connector is the input and the Female XLR connector is the
output. The rst unit in the chain (master) will use the female XLR
con nector only - The last unit in the chain will use the male XLR
con nector only. For longer cable runs we suggest a terminator at
the last fixture.
2. Set the Master unit to your desired operational mode.
This function will allow you to link up to 16
3. On the slave units press the MODE button until “SLAVE MODE”
is displayed.
4. The slave units will now follow the Master unit.
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Penta Pix 4 Channel Mode
Channel Value Function
Penta Pix 8 Channel Mode
Channel Value Function
1 RED
0 - 255 0% - 100%
2 GREEN
0 - 255 0% - 100%
3 BLUE
0 - 255 0% - 100%
4 WHITE
0 - 255 0% - 100%
1 RED
0 - 255 0% - 100%
2 GREEN
0 - 255 0% - 100%
3 BLUE
0 - 255 0% - 100%
4 WHITE
0 - 255 0% - 100%
5 COLOR MACROS
0 - 255 (Please see the color macro chart page 21)
6 STROBING
0 - 31 OFF
32 - 63 LED ON
64 - 95 STROBING SLOW - FAST
96 - 127 LED ON
128 - 159 PULSE STROBING SLOW - FAST
160 - 191 LED ON
192 - 223 RANDOM STROBING
224 - 255 LED ON
7 MASTER DIMMER
0 - 255 0% - 100%
8 DIMMER MODE
0 - 20 STANDARD
21 - 40 STAGE
41 - 60 TV
61 - 80 ARCHITECTURAL
81 - 100 THEATRE
101 - 255 DEFAULT DIMMER SETTING
Channels 1, 2, 3 & 4 will not work, when Channel 5 is being
used.
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Penta Pix 11 Channel Mode
Channel Value Function
Penta Pix 11 Channel Mode
Channel Value Function
1 RED
0 - 255 0% - 100%
2 GREEN
0 - 255 0% - 100%
3 BLUE
0 - 255 0% - 100%
4 WHITE
0 - 255 0% - 100%
5 COLOR MACROS
0 - 255 (Please see the color macro chart page 21)
6 BUILT IN PROGRAMS
1 - 49 STATIC COLORS
50 - 99 DREAM MODE
100 - 149 METOR MODE
150 - 199 COLOR FADE
200 - 255 COLOR CHANGE
7 PROGRAM SPEED
0 - 255 SLOW - FAST
8 FADE SPEED
0 - 255 FAST - SLOW
9 STROBING
0 - 31 OFF
32 - 63 LED ON
64 - 95 STROBING SLOW - FAST
96 - 127 LED ON
128 - 159 PULSE STROBING SLOW - FAST
160 - 191 LED ON
192 - 223 RANDOM STROBING
224 - 255 LED ON
10 MASTER DIMMER
0 - 255 0% - 100%
11 DIMMER MODE
0 - 20 STANDARD
21 - 40 STAGE
41 - 60 TV
61 - 80 ARCHITECTURAL
81 - 100 THEATRE
101 - 255 DEFAULT DIMMER SETTING
Channels 1, 2, 3 & 4 will not work, when Channel 5 is being
used.
Penta Pix Dimmer Curve Chart
Ramp Effect
Standard
Stage
TV
Architectural
Theatre
(Fade Time) (Fade Time)
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Penta Pix 20 Channel Mode
Channel Value Function
Penta Pix 27 Channel Mode
Channel Value Function
1 0 - 255 RED 0% - 100% PIXEL 1
2 0 - 255 GREEN 0% - 100% PIXEL 1
3 0 - 255 BLUE 0% - 100% PIXEL 1
4 0 - 255 WHITE 0% - 100% PIXEL 1
5 0 - 255 RED 0% - 100% PIXEL 2
6 0 - 255 GREEN 0% - 100% PIXEL 2
7 0 - 255 BLUE 0% - 100% PIXEL 2
8 0 - 255 WHITE 0% - 100% PIXEL 2
9 0 - 255 RED 0% - 100% PIXEL 3
10 0 - 255 GREEN 0% - 100% PIXEL 3
11 0 - 255 BLUE 0% - 100% PIXEL 3
12 0 - 255 WHITE 0% - 100% PIXEL 3
13 0 - 255 RED 0% - 100% PIXEL 4
14 0 - 255 GREEN 0% - 100% PIXEL 4
15 0 - 255 BLUE 0% - 100% PIXEL 4
16 0 - 255 WHITE 0% - 100% PIXEL 4
17 0 - 255 RED 0% - 100% PIXEL 5
18 0 - 255 GREEN 0% - 100% PIXEL 5
19 0 - 255 BLUE 0% - 100% PIXEL 5
20 0 - 255 WHITE 0% - 100% PIXEL 5
1 0 - 255 RED 0% - 100% PIXEL 1
2 0 - 255 GREEN 0% - 100% PIXEL 1
3 0 - 255 BLUE 0% - 100% PIXEL 1
4 0 - 255 WHITE 0% - 100% PIXEL 1
5 0 - 255 RED 0% - 100% PIXEL 2
6 0 - 255 GREEN 0% - 100% PIXEL 2
7 0 - 255 BLUE 0% - 100% PIXEL 2
8 0 - 255 WHITE 0% - 100% PIXEL 2
9 0 - 255 RED 0% - 100% PIXEL 3
10 0 - 255 GREEN 0% - 100% PIXEL 3
11 0 - 255 BLUE 0% - 100% PIXEL 3
12 0 - 255 WHITE 0% - 100% PIXEL 3
13 0 - 255 RED 0% - 100% PIXEL 4
14 0 - 255 GREEN 0% - 100% PIXEL 4
15 0 - 255 BLUE 0% - 100% PIXEL 4
16 0 - 255 WHITE 0% - 100% PIXEL 4
17 0 - 255 RED 0% - 100% PIXEL 5
18 0 - 255 GREEN 0% - 100% PIXEL 5
19 0 - 255 BLUE 0% - 100% PIXEL 5
20 0 - 255 WHITE 0% - 100% PIXEL 5
21 COLOR MACROS
0 - 255 (Please see the color macro chart page 21)
22 BUILT IN PROGRAMS
1 - 49 STATIC COLORS
50 - 99 DREAM MODE
100 - 149 METOR MODE
150 - 199 COLOR FADE
200 - 255 COLOR CHANGE
23 PROGRAM SPEED
0 - 255 SLOW - FAST
24 FADE SPEED
0 - 255 FAST - SLOW
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Penta Pix 27 Channel Mode
Channel Value Function
25 STROBING
0 - 31 OFF
32 - 63 LED ON
64 - 95 STROBING SLOW - FAST
96 - 127 LED ON
128 - 159 PULSE STROBING SLOW - FAST
160 - 191 LED ON
192 - 223 RANDOM STROBING
224 - 255 LED ON
26 MASTER DIMMER
0 - 255 0% - 100%
27 DIMMER MODE
0 - 20 STANDARD
21 - 40 STAGE
41 - 60 TV
61 - 80 ARCHITECTURAL
81 - 100 THEATRE
101 - 255 DEFAULT DIMMER SETTING
Penta Pix Color Macro Chart
RGBW COLOR INTENSITY
VAULE
Penta Pix CAD Drawing
88mm/3.46”
248.97mm/9.8”
510.7mm/20.1”
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154.92mm/6.10”
270.06mm/10.63”
168mm/6.61”
RGBW COLOR INTENSITY Color No. DMX
RED GREEN BLUE WHITE RED GR EEN BLUE WHITE
VAULE
Color No. DMX
OFF 0 0 0 0 0 Color33 129-132 255 206 143 0
Color1 1-4 80 255 234 80 Color34 133-136 254 177 153 0
Color2 5-8 80 255 164 80 Color35 137-140 254 192 138 0
Color3 9-12 77 255 112 77 Color36 141-144 254 165 98 0
Color4 13-16 117 255 83 8 3 Color37 145-148 254 121 0 0
Color5 17-20 160 255 77 77 Color38 149-152 176 17 0 0
Color6 21-24 223 255 83 8 3 Color39 153- 156 96 0 11 0
Color7 25-28 255 243 77 7 7 Co lor40 157-160 234 139 171 0
Color8 29-32 255 200 74 7 4 Co lor41 161-164 224 5 9 7 0
Color9 33-36 255 166 77 7 7 Co lor42 165-168 175 77 173 0
Color10 37-40 255 125 74 74 Color43 169-172 119 130 199 0
Color11 41-4 4 255 97 77 74 Color44 173-176 147 164 212 0
Color12 45-4 8 255 71 77 71 Color45 177-180 88 2 163 0
Color13 49-5 2 255 83 134 83 Color46 181-184 0 38 86 0
Color14 53-5 6 255 93 182 93 Color47 185-188 0 142 208 0
Color15 57-6 0 255 96 236 96 Color48 189-192 52 148 209 0
Color16 61-6 4 238 93 255 93 Color49 193-196 1 134 201 0
Color17 65-6 8 196 87 255 87 Color50 197-200 0 145 212 0
Color18 69-7 2 150 90 255 90 Color51 201-204 0 121 192 0
Color19 73-76 100 77 255 77 Color52 205-208 0 129 184 0
Color20 77-80 77 100 255 7 7 Co lor53 209-212 0 83 115 0
Color21 81-8 4 67 148 255 67 Color54 213-216 0 97 166 0
Color22 85-8 8 77 195 255 77 Color55 217-220 1 100 167 0
Color23 89-9 2 77 234 255 77 Color56 221-224 0 40 86 0
Color24 93-9 6 158 255 144 144 Color57 225-228 209 219 182 0
Color25 97-100 255 251 153 153 Color58 229-232 42 165 85 0
Color26 101-104 255 175 147 147 Color59 233-236 0 4 6 35 0
Color27 105-108 255 138 186 138 Color6 0 237 -240 8 107 222 0
Color28 109-112 255 147 251 147 Color6 1 241 -244 107 156 231 0
Color29 113-116 151 138 255 138 Color62 245-248 165 198 247 0
Color30 117-120 99 0 255 100 Color63 249 -252 0 0 189 0
Color31 121-124 138 169 255 138 Color6 4 253 -255 255 255 255 0
Color32 125-128 255 255 255 255
Penta Pix Photometric Chart
Beam angle 6°
Field angle 9°
Intensity(LUX)
Red LEDs
Green LEDs
Blue LEDs
White LEDs
Full LEDs
7808
19770
4111
25250
46230
1972
4323
914
5754
12440
863
2011
409
2765
5411
489
1025
230
1572
2951
298
705
142
1011
1930
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Penta Pix Power Cord Daisy Chain
With this feature you can connect the xtures to one another
using the powerCON input and output sockets. The quantity
that can be connected is 13 xtures maximum for 120V, and 25
xtures maximum for 230V. After the maximum xtures has been
reached you will need to use a new power outlet. They must be
the same xtures. DO NOT mix xtures.
Penta Pix Fuse Replacement
Locate and remove the unit’s power cord. Once the cord has been
removed locate the fuse holder next to the powerCON input. Using a
flat head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse housing. Remove the bad fuse
and replace with a new one.
3
2
1
0
1
Beam opening(m)
2
3
4
0 1 2 3 4 5
Diameter
(m)
Diameter
(m)
0.10
0.15
0.19
0.33
0.28 0.37 0.45 6°
0.50 0.68 0.85 9°
6°
9°
Penta Pix Cleaning
Due to fog residue, smoke, and dust cleaning the internal and external optical lenses must be carried out periodically to optimize light
output.
1. Use a soft cloth to wipe down the outside casing.
Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture
operates (i.e. smoke, fog residue, dust, dew).
Penta Pix Trouble Shooting
Listed below are a few common problems the user may encounter,
with solutions.
Unit not responding to DMX:
1. Check that the DMX cables are connected properly and are
wired correctly (pin 3 is “hot”; on some other DMX devices
pin 2 may be ‘hot’). Also, check that all cables are connected
to the right connectors; it does matter which way the inputs
and outputs are connected.
Unit does not respond to sound:
1. Quiet or high pitched sounds will not activate the unit.
If problems are not resolved; Contact ADJ Products, LLC for service.
1-800-322-6337
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY
A. ADJ Products, LLC hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, ADJ Products, LLC products
to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a prescribed period from
the date of purchase (see specific warranty period on reverse). This warranty shall be valid only if the
product is purchased within the United States of America, including possessions and
territories. It is the owner’s responsibility to establish the date and place of purchase by acceptable
evidence, at the time service is sought.
B. For warranty service you must obtain a Return Authorization number (RA#)
before sending back the product–please contact ADJ Products, LLC Service Department
at 800-322-6337. Send the product only to the ADJ Products, LLC factory. All
shipping charges must be pre-paid. If the requested repairs or service (including
parts replacement) are within the terms of this warranty, ADJ Products, LLC will pay return
shipping charges only to a designated point within the United States. If the entire instrument is
sent, it must be shipped in it’s original package. No accessories should be shipped with the product. If
any accessories are shipped with the product, ADJ Products, LLC shall have no liability whatsoever for
loss of or damage to any such accessories, nor for the safe return thereof.
C. This warranty is void if the serial number has been altered or removed; if the product is modified in any
manner which ADJ Products, LLC concludes, after inspection, affects the reliability of the product; if the
product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the ADJ Products, LLC factory unless prior
written authorization was issued to purchaser by ADJ Products, LLC; if the product is damaged because
not properly maintained as set forth in the instruction manual.
D. This is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include maintnance, cleaning or periodic check
up. During the period specified above, ADJ Products, LLC will replace defective parts at its expense
with new or refurbished parts, and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair labor by
reason of defects in material or workmanship. The sole responsibility of ADJ Products, LLC under this
warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product, or replacement thereof, including parts, at the sole
discretion of ADJ Products, LLC. All products covered by this warranty were manufactured after August
15, 2012, and bear indentifying marks to that effect.
E. ADJ Products, LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and/or improvements upon its products
without any obligation to include these changes in any products theretofore manufactured.
No warranty, whether expressed or implied, is given or made with respect to any accessory supplied with
products described above. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, all implied warranties made
by ADJ Products, LLC in connection with this product, including warranties of merchantability or fitness,
are limited in duration to the warranty period set forth above. And no warranties, whether expressed or
implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness, shall apply to this product after said period
has expired. The consumer’s and/or Dealer’s sole remedy shall be such repair or replacement as is
expressly provided above; and under no circumstances shall ADJ Products, LLC be liable for any loss or
damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the use of, or inability to use, this product.
This warranty is the only written warranty applicable to ADJ Products, LLC Products and
supersedes all prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and conditions heretofore
published.
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY PERIODS:
•NonL.E.D.LightingProducts=1-year(365days)LimitedWarranty(Such as: Special Effect
Lighting, Intelligent Lighting, UV lighting, Strobes, Fog Machines, Bubble Machines, Mirror Balls, Par
Cans, Trussing, Lighting Stands etc. excluding LED and lamps)
•LaserProducts=1Year(365Days)LimitedWarranty(excluding laser diodes which have a 6 month
limited warranty)
•L.E.D.Products=2-year(730days)LimitedWarranty(excluding batteries which have a 180 day lim-
ited warranty). Note:2YearWarrantyonlyappliestopurchaseswithintheUnitedStates.
•StarTecSeries=1YearLimitedWarranty(excluding batteries which have a 180 day limited warranty).
•ADJDMXControllers=2Year(730Days)LimitedWarranty
Penta Pix Notes Penta Pix Warranty
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Penta Pix Specifications
Model:
Voltage: 100V~240V 50/60Hz
LEDs: 5 x 15W 4-in-1 RGBW Quad LEDs
Beam Angle: 6 Degrees
Power Consumption: 77W
Fuse: 2Amp
Power Cord Daisy Chain: 13 Fixtures Max. (120V)
25 Fixtures Max. (230V)
Weight: 16lbs./ 7.1Kgs.
Dimensions: 21” (L) x 9” (W) x 10.25” (H)
530 x 230 x 260mm
Colors: RGBW
DMX Channels: 5 DMX Modes: 4/8/11/20/27
Working Position: Any safe working position
Warranty: 2 Years (730 days)
Penta Pix
Auto Sensing Voltage: This xture contains a automatic volt-
age switch, which will auto sense the voltage when it is plugged
into the power source.
Please Note: Specications and improvements in the design of
this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior
written notice.
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ADJ Products, LLC
6122 S. Eastern Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90040 USA
Tel: 323-582-2650 / Fax: 323-725-6100
Web: www.adj.com / E-mail: info@americandj.com
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6468 EW Kerkrade
The Netherlands
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