American DJ Auto-Mate, DMX Instruction Manual
Revised 5/01
Los Angeles Ca. 90058
www.americandj.com
4295 Charter Street
American DJ
Auto-Mate/DMX™
American DJ®
User Instructions
unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior written
notice.
Please Note:
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Specifi cations and improvements in the design of this
• Capable of Data Exchange
• Programmable
• Blackout Mode
• Built-In Microphone
• 19” Rackmount Design
• Sound Active
Warranty............................................................................................22
Auto-Mate/DMX™ Features
• 256 DMX Channels
• 8 Chase Programs (4 x’s 2 banks)
• 60 Scenes per a Program
Cleaning...........................................................................................21
Auto-Mate/DMX™ Contents
Features..............................................................................2
Introduction.................................................................................3
Safety Precautions........................................................................4
Connection and DMX Setup...........................................................5
Controls and Function..................................................................7
Operation (Plug and Play)...............................................................9
Installing Programs......................................................................10
Activate the Record-Mode............................................................11
Data Exchange.............................................................................12
Set Up Procedures
Mighty Scan.......................................................................13
Max.................................................................................14
Pocket Scan.......................................................................15
X-Calibur........................................................................16
Spiral Scan........................................................................17
Rainbow 250......................................................................18
DJ Scan.............................................................................19
DJ Roller............................................................................20
Scan, Pocket Scan, or X-Calibur. Be sure you have purchased the unit
that comes with programs for your specifi c fi xture. All the chases are
designed to operate in conjunction with the Strobe, Fast, Slow, and
Blackout functions. You can also store your own chases on any of the 8
program banks, by using an External DMX controller such as the Ameri-
can DJ® Show Designer.™ Storing your own programs however, will
erase any existing program that is stored in a particular memory bank.
Customer Support: American DJ
port line, to provide set up help and to answer any question should you
encounter problems during your initial set up or operation. You may also
visit us on the web at www.americandj.com for any comments or sug-
gestions. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30
p.m. Pacifi c Standard Time.
Voice: (800) 322-6337
Fax: (323) 582-2610
E-mail: support@americandj.com
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not
attempt any repairs yourself, doing so will void your manufactures war-
ranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service, please contact
American DJ® customer support.
Do not discard the packing carton in the trash. Please recycle
when ever possible.
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® provides a toll free customer sup-
can DJ
® Spiral Scan, DJ Scan, DJ Roller, Rainbow 250, Max, Mighty
tions, please do not return the controller to your dealer.
Auto-Mate/DMX™ Introduction
damage and be sure all equipment necessary to operate the unit has
arrived intact. In case damage has been found or parts are missing,
please contact our toll free customer support number for further instruc-
carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your controller for any
Every Auto-Mate/DMX™ 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
Auto-Mate/DMX™ Unpacking
Introduction: The Auto-Mate/DMX™ is a Plug and Play DMX Con-
troller with 8 programmed chases (4 slow and 4 fast). It has 256 DMX
channels and each of the 8 Chases Programs can contain up to 60
steps. This unit comes with programmed chases for either the Ameri-
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fi re, do not expose this unit
rain or moisture
• This unit is intended for indoor use only, use of this product outdoors
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 Cord Protection - 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 cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the appliance.
• Cleaning -The fixture should be cleaned only as recommended by
the manufacturer.
• Heat -The appliance should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (includ-
ing amplifiers) that produce heat.
• The fixture should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
B. The appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
C. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance.
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• Do not remove the unit covers under any conditions. There are no
user serviceable parts inside.
• Never plug this unit in to a dimmer pack
• Always be sure to mount this unit in an area that will allow proper
ventilation.
• Do not attempt to operate this unit, if it becomes damaged in any
way.
• Never operate this unit when it’s covers are removed.
• Disconnect from main power before making any type of connection.
Auto-Mate/DMX™ Safety Warnings
• Do not spill water or other liquids into or on to your unit.
• For adult use only - Keep out of the reach of children.
• Always use a power supply that meets the manufactures exact power
specifi cations
• Be sure that the local power outlet match that of the required voltage
for your power supply.
• Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord has been frayed
or broken.
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Figure 2
1 Ground
XLR Male Socket
Notice: Be sure to follow fi 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.
cable. Also remember that DMX lines must be
daisy chained and can not be split.
almost all professional sound and lighting stores).
Your cables should be made with a 3-pin male
and female XLR connector on either end of the
your fi xtures. If you are constructing your own data
cables, be sure to use standard two conductor
shielded cable (This cable may be purchased at
Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements: Connect the Auto-Mate/
DMX™ and your fi xtures together using standard 3 pin DMX cables
(Figure 1). The Auto-Mate/DMX™ uses DMX-512 protocol to operate
plug your power supply into a wall outlet with matching power before
attempting to operate.
sion. Due to variations in line voltage from venue to venue, be sure to
American DJ® Auto-Mate/DMX
age in your area matches the required voltage for your American DJ®
Auto-Mate/DMX™ power supply. Connect the Auto-Mate/DMX™ to a
main power supply using the included 12v AC power supply only. The
Power Supply: Before plugging your unit in, be sure the source volt-
Auto-Mate™ DMX Set Up
DMX512 OUT
3-PIN XLR
2
3
DMX -
3
2
DMX512 IN
3-PIN XLR
Figure 3
1
DMX +
1
COMMON
3 Hot
2 Cold
2 Cold
XLR Female Socket
3 Hot
Pin 3 = Data True (positive)
1 Ground
Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative)
Pin 1 = Ground
XLR Pin Confi guration
™
is available in a 120v and 220v ver-
Figure 1
A DMX value (address) is set by combining the different dipswitches
that will add up to the value you wish to achieve, for example:
Setting DMX address for 21. Set DMX address for 201.
Flip switches 1, 3, & 5 to the Flip switches 1, 4, 7, & 8 to the
“ON” position “ON” position
1 =1 1 = 1
3 = 4 4 = 8
5 = 16 7 = 64
= 21 8 = 128
= 201
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Dipswitches # ValueValueDipswitches #
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
This switch is sometimes used to activate a fixtures special functions.
DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal binary language
used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures. Each dip
switch represents a binary value.
Auto-Mate™ DMX Addressing
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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.
Dip Switch 1 address equals 1
Dip Switch 2 address equals 2
Dip Switch 3 address equals 4
Dip Switch 4 address equals 8
Dip Switch 5 address equals 16
Dip Switch 6 address equals 32
Dip Switch 7 address equals 64
Dip Switch 8 address equals 128
Dip Switch 9 address equals 256
Dip Switch 10 address equals 512 -
will decrease the possibilities of erratic behavior.
3
1
Termination reduces signal errors and
avoids signal transmission problems
ON
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DMX CHANNEL
Figure 4
used, you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic
behavior. A terminator is a 90-120 ohm 1/4 watt resistor which is con-
nected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector (DATA + and
Special Note: Line Termination.
Auto-Mate™ DMX Set Up
When longer runs of cable are
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1. Power Switch -
This switch turns on the unit’s main power.
2. Power Indicator -
This yellow LED will glow when main power is activated. This LED will
fl ash briefl y when program mode is activated.
3. Microphone -
The unit comes with a built-in microphone designed to pick-up on low
frequencies. The unit then uses this signal to trigger program succes-
sion.
4. Audio Sensitivity Knob -
This knob is used to adjust the unit’s sensitivity to sound. When the
knob is turned in a clockwise direction, the unit becomes more sensi-
tive to sound, when this knob is turned in a counter-clockwise direction
the unit becomes less sensitive to sound. Usually the more sensitive to
sound the unit is, the faster the programs will chase.
5. Function Button -
This button is used to change the functionality of the Audio/Prog 1,
Strobe/Prog 2, Fast/Prog 3, and Slow/Prog 4 Buttons. Engaging the
function button will allow the “Audio,” “Strobe,” “Fast,” and “Slow” modes
to operate. The red function LED will glow when function level two is
active.
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your unit and will void your manufactures warranty.
This jack sends the controllers DMX signal to your fi xtures. This jack
uses a standard 3-pin XLR female connector.
12. Power Supply Input Jack -
Only connect a recommended power supply AC 9v~12v, 250mA. Use of
a power supply other than a recommend power supply could damage
in this bank.
7. Strobe/Prog 2 Button -
This button serves two functions. When the function level two is
engaged, this button will activate strobe mode. Strobe mode will initiate
a strobe function to any program running. When the function level one
is engaged, selecting this button will active the program stored in this
bank.
8. Fast/Prog 3 Button -
This button serves two functions. When the function level two is
engaged, this button will activate the fi rst bank of four programs. When
the function level two is engaged, selecting this button will active the
program stored in this bank.
9. Slow/Prog 4 Button -
This button serves two functions. When the function level two is
engaged, this button will activate the second bank of four programs.
When the function level two is engaged, selecting this button will acti-
vate the program stored in this bank.
10. Blackout Button -
This button activates blackout mode. In blackout mode all fi xture actively
will enter into stand-by mode - No light output - No mirror movement.
11. DMX Output Jack -
6. Audio/Prog 1 Button -
This button serves two functions. When the function level two is
engaged, this button will activate sound-active mode. When the function
level one is engaged, selecting this button will active the program stored
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