Adj QA5 IP User Manual
WiFly QA5 IP
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User Instructions
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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!
WiFly QA5 IP Introduction
WiFly QA5 IP Features
Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the WiFly QA5 IP by ADJ Products, LLC. Every WiFly QA5 IP 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 WiFly QA5 IP is an IP65 outdoor rated, DMX intelligent, LED par fixture with ADJ’s WiFly TransCeiver with wireless DMX
built-in. This xture can be used in a stand alone mode or connected in
a Master/Slave conguration. This wash has six operating modes: Auto
Change mode, Auto Fade mode, Auto mode, RGBA mode, Static Color
mode, and DMX control mode.
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
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.
• Mulit-Colors
• Six Operating Modes
• Electronic Dimming 0-100%
• Built in Microphone
• DMX-512 protocol
• 3-Pin DMX Connection
• 5 DMX Channel Modes: 4 Channel Mode, 5 Channel Mode,
6 Channel Mode, 10 Channel Mode, & 11 Channel Mode
• Built-In ADJ’s WiFly TransCeiver Wireless DMX
• ADJ RFC compatiable (Not Included)
• Power Cord Daisy Chain (See page 25)
WiFly QA5 IP Warranty Registration
The WiFly QA5 IP carries a 2 year (730 Days) 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.
WiFly QA5 IP 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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WiFly QA5 IP Safety Precautions
WiFly QA5 IP 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 25 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.
CAUTION: This unit like any wireless device is highly susceptible
to static electricity. Static electricity can severly damage the unit.
Power Supply: The ADJ WiFly QA5 IP 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 proto-
col 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
WiFly QA5 IP can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The WiFly QA5
IP has 8 DMX channel modes, please see pages 9-10 for the dierent
modes. The DMX address is set on the back panel of the WiFly QA5 IP.
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.
Figure 1
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WiFly QA5 IP 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
WiFly QA5 IP Operating Instructions
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 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.
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.
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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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-)
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.
Some manufactures use 5-pin DMX-
3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
LED Display On/Off:
To set the LED display to turn off after 60 seconds, press the MODE button until “don” is displayed, press the UP button to display “doff”. Now
the display will disappear after 60s. Press any button to turn the display
on again. Be advised though that the display will turn off automatically
after 10 seconds.
To set the display press the MODE button until “dXX” is displayed. Use
the UP or DOWN buttons to select either:
“don” = LED display on at all times.
“doFF” = LED display shuts off after 60 seconds.
LED Display Inversion:
Follow these instructions to flip the display 180° so that the display can
be read upside down.
1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “dXX” is dis-
played. “XX” represents either “on” or “oFF”.
2. Press the SET UP button until “Stnd” or “rev” is displayed.
3. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to reverse the display 180°.
Operating Modes:
The WiFly QA5 IP has six operating modes:
• Static Color Mode - There are 64 colors to choose from.
• RGBA Dimmer Mode - Choose one of the four colors to remain
static or adjust the intensity of each color to make your desired
color.
• Auto Change Mode - The unit will run 1 of 16 color change pro-
grams at your desired speed.
• Auto Fade Mode - The unit will run 1 of 16 color fade programs at
your desired speed.
• Auto Mode - The unit will run both color change and color fade at
your desired speed.
• DMX control mode - This function will allow you to control each
individual fixtures traits with a standard DMX 512 controller such as
as the ADJ Show Designer™.
RGBA Dimmer Mode:
1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until:
2. When “r.XXX” is displayed you are in Red dimming mode. Press
the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.
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WiFly QA5 IP Operating Instructions
3. When “G.XXX” is displayed you are in Green dimming mode.
Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.
4. When “b.XXX” is displayed you are in Blue dimming mode. Press
the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.
5. When “A.XXX” is displayed you are in Amber dimming mode.
Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.
6. After you have adjusted the RGBA colors to make your desired
color you can then activate strobing by pressing the SET UP but ton to enter the Flash (strobe) mode.
7. “FS.XX” will be displayed, this is Flash mode. The Flash can be
adjusted between “FS.00” (flash off) to “FS.15” (fastest flash).
Auto Change Mode:
1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “AJXX” is
displayed. “XX” is the displayed Color Change program that is
running.
2. Use the UP and DOWN button to scroll through the different pro-
grams.
3. After you have chosen your desired program press the SET UP
button. “SP.XX” will be displayed. When this is displayed you
can adjust the running speed of your selected program. Use the
UP or DOWN button to adjust the speed between “SP.01” (slow est) and “SP.16” (fastest). Once you have set your desired running
speed, press the SET UP button to return to your selected Auto
Change Mode.
Auto Fade Mode:
1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “AFXX” is
displayed. “XX” is the displayed Color Change program that is
running.
2. Use the UP and DOWN button to scroll through the different pro-
grams.
3. After you have chosen your desired program press the SET UP
button. “SP.XX” will be displayed. When this is displayed you
can adjust the running speed of your selected program. Use the
UP or DOWN button to adjust the speed between “SP.01” (slow est) and “SP.16” (fastest). Once you have set your desired running
speed, press the SET UP button to return to your selected Auto
Fade Mode.
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WiFly QA5 IP Operating Instructions
Auto Run Mode:
1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “Auto” is
displayed.
2. To adjust the running speed of the Auto mode press the SET UP
button. “SP.XX” will be displayed. When this is displayed you
can adjust the running speed of your selected program. Use the
UP or DOWN button to adjust the speed between “SP.01” (slow est) and “SP.16” (fastest). Once you have set your desired running
speed, press the SET UP button to return to Auto Run Mode.
Static Color Mode:
1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “CLXX” is
displayed. “XX” represents the current color number displayed.
2. There are 64 colors to choose from. Select your desired color by
pressing the UP and DOWN buttons. After you have selected
your desired color you can activate strobing by pressing the SET
UP button to enter the Flash (strobe) mode.
3. “FS.XX” will be displayed, this is Flash mode. The Flash can be
adjusted between “FS.00” (flash off) to “FS.15” (fastest flash).
DMX Mode:
Operating through a DMX controller gives the user the freedom to
create their own programs tailored to their own individual needs.
This function also allows you to use your fixtures as spot lights. The
WiFly QA5 IP has 5 DMX modes: 4 Channel mode, 5 Channel mode,
6 Channel mode, 10 Channel mode, and a 11 Channel mode. See
pages 18-23 for each modes’ DMX traits.
1. This function will allow you to control each individual fixture’s
traits with a standard DMX 512 controller.
2. To run your fixture in DMX mode press the MODE button until
“d.XXX” is displayed. “XXX” represents the current displayed ad dress. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to select your desired DMX
address. then press the SET UP button to select your DMX
Channel mode.
3. When you press SET UP “ChXX” should be displayed. “XX” repre sent the current DMX Channel Mode.
4. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll through the DMX Channel
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