Adj TRIBAR User Manual [ru]

TRIBAR Spot Introduction

Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the TRIBAR Spot by ADJ Prod­ucts, LLC. Every TRIBAR Spot 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 TRIBAR Spot is part of a continuing pursuit to

create high quality intelligent lighting. The TRIBAR Spot is an exciting

all-in-one DMX intelligent LED pin spot system. This lighting system

features six RGB color mixing LED fixtures. This xture can be used in
a stand alone mode or connected in a Master/Slave conguration. This
system has six operating modes: Sound Active mode, Auto Run mode,
Built-In Program mode, Static Color Mode, RGB dimmer 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 sugges-

tions. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Pacic Standard Time.
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

Rev. 4/13

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.

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TRIBAR Spot General Instructions

TRIBAR Spot Safety Precautions

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.

TRIBAR Spot Features

• Mulit-Colors

• Six Operating Modes

• Electronic Dimming 0-100%

• Built in Microphone

• DMX-512 protocol

• 3-Pin DMX Connection

• 7 DMX Modes: 3 Channel Mode, 5 Channel Mode, 6 Channel

Mode, 8 Channel Mode, another 8 Channel Mode, 11 Chan­ nel Mode, & 20 Channel Mode

• ADJ LED RC Compatiable (Not Included)

TRIBAR Spot Warranty Registration

The TRIBAR Spot carries a 3 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.

• 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 24 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.

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TRIBAR Spot 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

TRIBAR Spot Set Up

Power Supply: The ADJ TRIBAR Spot contains a automatic voltage

switch, which will auto sense the voltage when it is plugged into a
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 TRIBAR Spot can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The TRIBAR
Spot has 7 DMX channel modes, please see page 9 for the different

modes. The DMX address is set on the back panel of the TRIBAR Spot.
Your unit and your DMX controller require a stan-

dard 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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Figure 1

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 con-

nect 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 Conguration

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

TRIBAR Spot Operating Instructions

TRIBAR Spot Operating Instructions

LED Display On/Off: To make the display stay ON all of the time

press the MODE and UP buttons at the same time. To make the dis-
play turn OFF after 20 seconds, press the MODE and DOWN buttons

at the same time.

Operating Modes:

The TRIBAR Spot has six operating modes:

• Sound-Active mode - The unit will react to sound, chasing through the

built in programs.

• Built-In Program - There are 22 built-in programs to choose from.

• Auto Mode - This will run a automatic program.

• Static Color Mode - There are 7 colors to choose from.

• RGB Dimmer Mode - Choose one of the three colors to remain stat-

ic or adjust the intensity of each color to make your desired color.

• 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™.

Sound Active Mode:

In this mode the TRIBAR Spot will react to sound, and chase through the
different colors.

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “SU.XX” is dis­ played. “XX” represents the sound sensitivity setting (0-31) currently
displayed. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to adjust the
sensitivity. “SU.01” is the least sensitive, “SU.31” is the most.

2. The fixture will now change via sound.

3. Press the SET UP button and FS.XX” will be displayed, this is Flash
mode. The Flash can be adjusted between “FS.00” (flash off) to
“FS.99” (fastest flash). After you have either activated or chosen not

to activate the flash mode, press the SET UP button.

Built-In Program Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “Pr.XX” is dis­ played. “XX” represents a number from 1-22. Use the UP or DOWN
buttons to scroll through the 22 programs. Programs 21 and 22
have adjustable colors. Once you have found your desired program

press the SET UP button.

2. Pressing the SET UP button will display “SP.XX”. When this is dis-

played you can adjust the running speed of your desired program.

Use the UP or DOWN button to adjust the speed between “SP.01”

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(slowest) and “SP.99” (fastest). Once you have set your desired run-

ning speed, you can press the SET UP button to to enter the Fade
adjustment mode.

2. Pressing the SET UP button will display “Fd.XX”. When this is dis-

played you can adjust the fade speed of your desired program.

Use the UP or DOWN button to adjust the speed between “Fd.01”
(fastest) and “Fd.99” (slowest) or “Fd.00” (Off). Once you have set

your desired fade speed, you can press the SET UP button to to

enter the Flash (Strobe) mode.

3. After pressing SET UP, “FS.XX” will be displayed, this is Flash mode.
The Flash can be adjusted between “FS.00” (flash off) to “FS.99”
(fastest flash).

• PROGRAMS 21 & 22 - If you have chose programs 21 or 22, after
the Flash mode, press the SET UP button. “C1.OX” will be displayed.
This is the base color, use the UP and DOWN buttons to scroll
through the 7 colors. Once you have chosen your base color, press
the SET UP button again so that“C2.OX” is displayed. This is the
moving color, use the UP and DOWN buttons to scroll through the 7

colors.

Auto Run Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “AUTO”, is dis-

played.

2. Press the SET UP button and FS.XX” will be displayed, this is Flash
mode. The Flash can be adjusted between “FS.00” (flash off) to
“FS.99” (fastest flash). After you have either activated or chosen not

to activate the flash mode, press the SET UP button.

3. Once you press the SET UP button “Fd.XX” will be displayed. When

this is displayed you are able to adjust the fade speed of the auto

run. Use the UP or DOWN button to adjust the speed between
“Fd.01” (fastest) and “Fd.99” (slowest) or “Fd.00” (Off).

Static Color Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “CO.-X” is dis-

played.

2. There are 7 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 but-

ton to enter the Flash (strobe) mode.

3. “FS.XX” will be displayed, this is Flash mode. The Flash can be

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TRIBAR Spot Operating Instructions

TRIBAR Spot Operating Instructions

adjusted between “FS.00” (flash off) to “FS.99” (fastest flash).

RGB Dimmer Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “CoLr” is dis-

played, then press the SET UP button.

2. When “r.XXX” is displayed you are in Red dimming mode. Press the
UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity. Press the SET UP button
to move to the next color adjustment.

3. When “G.XXX” is displayed you are in Green dimming mode. Press
the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity. Press the SET UP but­ ton to move to the next color adjustment.

4. When “b.XXX” is displayed you are in Blue dimming mode. Press the
UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity. Press the SET UP button
to move to the next color adjustment.

5. After you have adjusted the RGB colors to make your desired color

you can then activate strobing by pressing the SET UP button to

enter the Flash (strobe) mode.

6. “FS.XX” will be displayed, this is Flash mode. The Flash can be
adjusted between “FS.00” (flash off) to “FS.99” (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 TRIBAR Spot has
7 DMX modes: 3 Channel mode, 5 Channel mode, 6 Channel mode, 8
Channel mode, another 8 Channel mode, 11 Channel mode, and a 20
Channel mode. See pages 15-22 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 3 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “CH-1”
is displayed. This is the 3 Channel DMX Mode.

• To run the 5 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “CH-2”
is displayed. This is the 5 Channel DMX Mode.

• To run the 6 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “CH-3”
is displayed. This is the 6 Channel DMX Mode.

• To run the 8 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “CH-4”

is displayed. This is the 8 Channel DMX Mode.

• To run the other 8 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until
“CH-5” is displayed. This is the other 8 Channel DMX Mode.

• To run the 11 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until
“CH-6” is displayed. This is the 11 Channel DMX Mode.

• To run the 20 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until
“CH-7” is displayed. This is the 20 Channel DMX Mode.

4. Please see pages 15-22 for DMX values and traits.

5. After you have chosen your desired DMX Channel mode plug in

the fixture via the XLR connections to any standard DMX controller.

ADJ LED RC (Remote Control) On/Off:

This function is used to activate and deactivate the ADJ LED RC (sold
separately). When this function is activated you can control the fix­ture using the ADJ LED RC. Please see page 11 for RFC controls and

functions.

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “AUTO” is dis-

played.

2. Press the SET UP button until “Ir.XX” is displayed. “XX” represents
either “on” or “oF”.

3. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to either activate the remote func­ tion (On) or deactivate it (Off).

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