Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the Pixel Pulse Bar by ADJ
Products, LLC. Every Pixel Pulse Bar 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 Pixel Pulse Bar is part of ADJ’s continuing pursuit
for creating high quality affordable fixtures. The Pixel Pulse Bar is a a
DMX intelligent, 5-zone, color pixel wash. The Pixel Pulse Bar has 3
operating modes; sound active mode, show mode, or DMX controlled.
This xture can be used as a stand alone unit or in a master-slave conguration. 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
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.
User Instructions
PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.
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.
Pixel Pulse Bar Features
• 15 x 3W 3-in-1 RGB TRI LEDs
• 3 Operating Modes (Sound Active, Show Mode, or DMX Control)
The Pixel Pulse Bar 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.
americandj.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 customer sup-
port for a R.A. number.
Pixel Pulse Bar Installation
The unit should be mounted using a mounting clamp (not provided),
afxing it to the mounting bracket that is provided with the unit.
Always ensure that the unit is rmly xed to avoid vibration and slip-
ping 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.
• 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 off 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 17 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.
Termination reduces signalerrors andavoids signal transmission problemsand interference. It is always advisableto connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.
POWER
SOUND
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUTOUTPUT
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.
Pixel Pulse Bar DMX Set Up Pixel Pulse Bar DMX Set Up
Power Supply: The ADJ Pixel Pulse Bar 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
different 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 Pixel Pulse Bar can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The Pixel
Pulse Bar has 3 DMX channel modes. The DMX address is set on the
back panel of the Pixel Pulse Bar. 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.
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.
COMMON
1
DMX512 IN
3
3-PIN XLR
2
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
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
XLR Male Socket
1 Ground
DMX512 OUT
3-PIN XLR
2 Cold
3 Hot
1
3
2
DMX +
DMX -
XLR Female Socket
2 Cold
Figure 3
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 con-
nected 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.
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.
Conductor5-Pin XLR Male (In)3-Pin XLR Female (Out)
Ground/Shield
Data Compliment (- signal)
Data True (+ signal)
Not Used
Not Used
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-)
Some manufactures use 5-pin DMX-
3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
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Pixel Pulse Bar System Menu Pixel Pulse Bar System Menu
ADDR - DMX Address Setting via control board.
1. Press the MENU button until “ADDR” is displayed, press
ENTER.
2. “X” will now be displayed, “X” represents the displayed address.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to nd your desired address.
3. Press ENTER to conrm, then connect your DMX controller.
NOTE: If after you connect your DMX controller the unit does not
fall into DMX mode, press and hold the MENU button for at least
3 seconds.
CHND - This will let select your desired DMX channel
mode.
1. Press the either the MENU button until “CHND” is displayed,
press ENTER. Either “1CH”, “4CH”, or “17CH” will be displayed
2. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to nd your desired DMX
channel mode and press ENTER to conm and exit.
SLND - This will let you set unit as a master or slave in a
master/slave conguration.
1. Press the MENU button until “SLND” is displayed, press
ENTER. Either “SL 1” or “SL 2” will be displayed.
2. Press the UP or DOWN buttons until your desired setting is
displayed, press ENTER to conm.
NOTE: In a Master/Slave conguration you can set one xture
to Slave 1 (SL 1) and then set the next xture to Slave 2 (SL 2),
in doing this the xtures will now have contrast movement to
each other.
SHND: SH 0 -SH 8 - Show modes 0 - 8
1. Press the MENU button until “SHND” is displayed, press
1. Press the MENU button until “DISP” is displayed, press
ENTER.
2. When “DISP” is displayed the LED display will remain normal,
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Pixel Pulse Bar System Menu
when “DSIP” is displayed, the LED display will be “ipped”.
Use the ENTER button to nd your desired display set up, then
press MENU to conrm and exit.
TEST - This function will run a self test program.
1. Press the MENU button until “TEST” is displayed, press
ENTER.
2. The xture will now run a self test. Press the MENU button to
exit.
TEMP - With this function you can check the current tem-
perature of the xture.
1. Tap the MENU button until “TEMP” is displayed, press
ENTER.
2. The current temperature of the xture will now be displayed.
Press MENU to exit.
Pixel Pulse Bar Operation
Universal DMX Control: This function allows you to use a Elation®
universal DMX-512 controller to control the chases and patterns, dimmer and strobe. A DMX controller allows you to create unique programs tailored to your individual needs.
1. The Pixel Pulse Bar has 3 DMX Modes; a 1 Channel Mode, 4
Channel Mode, & 17 Channel Mode. See pages 14-16 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 8 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.
FHRS - With this function you can display the running
time of the unit.
1. Press the MENU button until “FHRS” is displayed, press
ENTER.
2. The running time of the xture will now be displayed. Press
MENU to exit.
VER - This will display the software version
1. Press the MENU button until “VER” is displayed. Press the
ENTER button and the software vesion will be displayed.
Master-Slave Conguration: This function will allow you to link up
to 16 units together and operate without a controller. In Master-Slave
operation 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.
3. On the slave units tap the MENU button until “SLND” is display-
ed, and Press ENTER. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to switch
between either “SL 1” or “SL 2”. Once you have made your
choice, press ENTER. For more info see page 8.
4. The slave units will now follow the Master unit.
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Function
Mode Sound (LED OFF)
1.Synchronous Strobe in white
2.Sound strobe in white
3.Sound strobe in color
Strobe
Select color
1.color1-color7
2.color8-Sound
Change Color
Manual Color
(LED ON)
Select Show
1-8
Show
(LED slow blinking)
Pixel Pulse Bar 1 Channel Mode
Channel Value Function
1 SHOWS
0 - 7 BLACKOUT
8 - 37 SHOW 1
38 - 67 SHOW 2
68 - 97 SHOW 3
98 - 127 SHOW 4
128 - 157 SHOW 5
158 - 187 SHOW 6
188 - 217 SHOW 7
218 - 247 SHOW 8
248 - 255 RANDOM SHOW
Pixel Pulse Bar 4 Channel Mode
Channel Value Function
1 RED
0 - 255 0% - 100%
2 GREEN
0 - 255 0% - 100%
3 BLUE
0 - 255 0% - 100%
4 STROBING
0 - 8 NO FUNCTION
9 - 131 STROBING SLOW - FAST
132 - 139 NO FUNCTION
140 - 181 SLOW OPEN - FAST CLOSE
182 - 189 NO FUNCTION
190 - 231 FAST OPEN - SLOW CLOSE
232 - 239 NO FUNCTION
240 - 247 SOUND ACTIVE STROBING
248 - 255 NO FUNCTION
16 STROBING
0 - 8 NO FUNCTION
9 - 131 STROBING SLOW - FAST
132 - 139 NO FUNCTION
140 - 181 SLOW OPEN - FAST CLOSE
182 - 189 NO FUNCTION
190 - 231 FAST OPEN - SLOW CLOSE
232 - 239 NO FUNCTION
240 - 247 SOUND ACTIVE STROBING
248 - 255 NO FUNCTION
With this feature you can connect the xtures to one another
using the IEC input and output sockets. The quantity that can be
connected is 6 xtures maximum. After 6 xtures you will need to
use a new power outlet. They must be the same xtures. DO NOT
mix xtures.
Pixel Pulse Bar Fuse Replacement
First unplug the power. The fuse holder is located next to the power
inlets. Using a flat-head screw driver unscrew the fuse holder.
Remove the bad fuse and replace with a new one.
Pixel Pulse Bar Cleaning
Due to fog residue, smoke, and dust cleaning the internal and external optical lenses must be carried out periodically to optimize light
output.
Pixel Pulse Bar Warranty
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 backthe product–please contact ADJ Products, LLC Service Department at 800-322-6337. Send the pro duct 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.
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).
Pixel Pulse Bar 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
D. This is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include maintenance, 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 it’s 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. This warranty was revised after December 1, 2012.
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY PERIODS:
•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, Laser Products and lamps)
•LaserProducts=90-DayLimitedWarranty
•L.E.D.Products=3-year(1095days)LimitedWarranty(excluding motors, PCB boards, and power
supplies, which have a 1-year (365 day Limited Warranty) and batteries which have a 180 day
limited warranty). Only the L.E.D.s carry a 3-year warranty