Adj QWH12XS User Manual
FLAT PAR QWH12XS
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User Instructions
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Flat Par QWH12XS Introduction
Flat Par QWH12XS General Instructions
Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the Flat Par QWH12XS by ADJ
Products, LLC. Every Flat Par QWH12XS 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 ADJ® Flat Par QWH12XS is part of a continuing
pursuit to create high quality intelligent lighting. The Flat Par QWH12XS
is a DMX intelligent, high powered LED par fixture. This xture can
be used in a stand alone mode or connected in a Master/Slave conguration. This wash has five operating modes: Sound Active mode,
Auto mode, RGBW dimmer mode, Static Color mode and DMX control
mode.
Customer Support: ADJ Products, LLC provides a customer sup-
port 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: (323) 582-3322
Fax: (323) 582-3108
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.
Flat Par QWH12XS Features
• Multi-Colors
• Five Operating Modes
• Electronic Dimming 0-100%
• Built in Microphone
• DMX-512 protocol
• 3-Pin DMX Connection
• 8 DMX Modes: 1 Channel Mode, 2 Channel Mode, 3 Channel
Mode, 4 Channel Mode, 5 Channel Mode, 6 Channel Mode, 7
Channel Mode, and 8 Channel Mode.
• Snoot Frame Included to help limit unwanted light exposure
• ADJ LED RC 2 compatiable (Not Included)
• Power Cord Daisy Chain (See page 11)
Flat Par QWH12XS Warranty Registration
The Flat Par QWH12XS 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.
PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.
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Flat Par QWH12XS Safety Precautions
Flat Par QWH12XS 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 22 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 Flat Par QWH12XS 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 Flat Par QA12 can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The Flat
Par QA12 has 8 DMX channel modes, please see pages 9-10 for the
dierent DMX modes. The DMX address is set on the back panel of the
Flat Par QWH12XS. 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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Flat Par QWH12XS 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
Flat Par QWH12XS 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
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.
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.
LED Display On/Off:
To set the LED display to turn off after 10 seconds, press the MODE button until “dxx” is displayed. “XX” represents either “on” or “oFF”. Press
the UP or DONW buttons so that “doff” is displayed. Now the display will
disappear after 10s. Press any button to turn the display on again. Be
advised though that the display will turn off automatically after 10 sec-
onds.
“don” = LED display on at all times.
“doFF” = LED display shuts off after 10 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” is displayed.
3. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to “flip” the display 180°.
Operating Modes:
The Flat Par QWH12XS has five operating modes:
• Sound-Active mode - The unit will react to sound.
• Static Color Mode - Choose 1 of 15 colors to remain static.
• Auto Mode - There are 3 different Auto Modes to choose from.
• RGBW Mode - Choose one of the four colors to remain static or
adjust the intensity of each color to make your own color.
• DMX control mode - This function will allow you to control each
individual fixtures traits with a standard DMX 512 controller.
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.
Some manufactures use 5-pin DMX-
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.
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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
Sound Active Mode:
In this mode the Flat Par QWH12XS will react to sound. There are 16
sound active programs to choose from. The sound sensitivity can also
be adjusted.
1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “SOXX” is dis played. “XX” represents the sound active mode (1-16) currently dis played. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll through the 16 sound
active programs.
2. When you have found your desired sound active program press the
SET UP button to adjust the sound sensitivity. When you press SET
UP, “SJ-X” should be displayed. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to
adjust the sensitivity. “SJ-1” is the least sensitive, “SJ-8” is the
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most sensitive.
Static Color Mode:
1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “CLXX” is dis-
played.
2. There are 15 colors to choose from. Use the UP and DOWN buttons
to scroll through the 15 colors. After you have found 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).
Auto Mode: There are 3 different Auto Modes to choose from; Color
Fade, Color Change, and both modes running together.
speed is adjustable in all 3 modes.
1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until either “AFXX”,
“AJXX”, or “A-JF” is displayed. Press the SET UP button to scroll
through the 3 different modes.
• AFXX = Color Fade mode, there are 16 Color Fade modes to choose
from. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll through the different
Auto Fade modes.
• AJXX = Color Change mode, there are 16 Color Change modes to
choose from. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll through the
different Auto Change modes.
• A-JF = Both Color Fade and Color Change modes running.
2. After you have chosen your desired Auto Mode press the SET UP
button until “SP.XX” is displayed. When this is displayed you can
adjust the running speed of your Auto Mode. Use the UP or DOWN
button to adjust the speed between “SP.01” (slowest) and “SP.16”
(fastest). Once you have set your desired running speed, press the
SET UP button to return to your desired Auto Mode.
The running
RGBW 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. After you have finished
adjusting the intensity, or you would like to skip to the next color,
press the SET UP button.
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
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UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.
5. When “H.XXX” is displayed you are in White dimming mode. Press
the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.
6. After you have adjusted the RGBW colors to make your desired color
you can then activate strobing by pressing the SET UP button 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).
DMX Mode:
Operating through a DMX controller gives the user the freedom to cre-
ate their own programs tailored to their own individual needs. This
function also allows you to use your fixtures as spot lights. The Flat Par
QWH12XS has 8 DMX modes: 1 Channel mode, 2 Channel mode, 3
Channel mode, 4 Channel mode, 5 Channel mode, 6 Channel mode, 7
Channel mode and a 8 Channel mode. See pages 15-20 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 SETUP button to select your DMX Channel
mode.
3. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll through the DMX Channel
modes. The Channel modes are listed below:
To run the 1 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “Ch.01”
is displayed. This is the 1 Channel DMX Mode.
To run the 2 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “Ch.02”
is displayed. This is the 2 Channel DMX Mode.
To run the 3 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “Ch.03”
is displayed. This is the 3 Channel DMX Mode.
To run the 4 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “Ch.04”
is displayed. This is the 4 Channel DMX Mode.
To run the 5 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “Ch.05”
is displayed. This is the 5 Channel DMX Mode.
To run the 6 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “Ch.06”
is displayed. This is the 6 Channel DMX Mode.
To run the 7 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “Ch.07”
is displayed. This is the 7 Channel DMX Mode.
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