American DJ Fascinator User Instructions

Fascinator™ General Information

Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the Fascinator™ by American

®. Every Fascinator™ 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 ﬁ xture for any damage and be sure all equipment necessary to operate the unit has arrived intact. In the event 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 ﬁ rst contacting customer support.

Introduction: This unit use a single color/gobo wheel combination

for vibrant colors and extravagant gobo patterns. The Fascinator™ is an intelligent fixture that can operate in DMX mode, as a stand alone sound active piece, or in a Master/Slave configuration. The Fascinator™ comes with several build in programs and is best used in multiples of four. This piece is best used with a fog or haze machine to enhance the beam output. When used in DMX mode the fixture requires 3 DMX channels. When used as a stand alone unit or when used in multiples linked in a master/slave configuration an optional MINI/C controller may be used to control a blackout function.

Customer Support: American DJ® provides a toll free 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.americandj.com for any comments or suggestions. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Paciﬁ c Standard Time. Voice: (800) 322-6337 Fax: (323) 582-2610 E-mail: support@americandj.com

Revised 8/01

User Instructions

American DJ

4295 Charter Street

Los Angeles CA. 90058

www.americandj.com

Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or ﬁ 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 your nearest American DJ® dealer.

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Fascinator™ Quick Start Instructions

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. If you do not wish to read through the manual, listed below are the master/slave dip switch setting. Link the units together using microphone cables and follow the dip switch chart for sound activation mode. Please keep this manual with the unit, for future reference.

Fascinator™ Product Registration

The Fascinator™ carries a one year (365 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. If the unit is under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice. Please contact American DJ

® customer support

for a R.A. number.

Fascinator™ Features

• Micro-Stepping Motors for Smooth Gobo Transitions

• Unique Rotating Dichroic Lens

• Internal Moon Flower Dish

• DMX-512 Protocol Compatible (Uses 3 DMX Channels)

• Master/Slave Operation

• Internal Microphone with Volume Sensitivity Knob

• Easy Lamp Replacement (ZB-ELC 24v/250w Lamp)

• Optional MINI/C Remote Controller

Fascinator™ Master/Slave Settings

This chart details the Master/Slave dip switch setting for Master/Slave configuration. Use this configuration only when you will be using your fixtures in a Master/Slave configuration. Be sure the number 2 function switch is set to the on position for sound-active operation.

ON ON

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Master - Head 1

ON ON

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Head 3

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Head 2

Head 4

Fascinator™ Safety Precautions

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock or ﬁ re, do not expose this unit rain or moisture

• Do not spill water or other liquids into or on to your unit.

• Be sure that the local power outlet match that of the required voltage for 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 ﬁ 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 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-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 recep tacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

• Cleaning -The fixture should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. See page 13 for cleaning details.

• 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. 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.

Fascinator™ Controls and Functions

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Fascinator™ Controls and Functions

signal to the nest Fascinator™ in the chain. For best results in DMX or Master/Slave mode terminate this jack if it is the last unit in the chain. See “Terminator” on page 7.

6. Audio Sensitivity Knob - This adjust audio sensitivity of the internal microphone (3). Turning the sensitivity knob in the clock wise direction will increase the sensitivity to sound. Turning the knob in the counter clockwise direction will decrease the ﬁ xture’s sensitivity to sound.

7. Microphone - This microphone receives external low frequencies to trigger the unit in Sound-Active and Master/Slave mode.

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1. Cooling Fan - Keep the fan grill clean. Never block the fan vents, always allow at least four inches between the fan and any other surface. Improper cooling may result in premature lamp failure.

2. MINI/C Controller Jack - This is for use the optional MINI/C Black out controller only. Do not attempt to connect an audio signal

this jack, this will damage the PC board and void your manu factures warranty!

3. XLR Input Jack - This jack is used to accept an incoming DMX

signal or Master/Slave signal.

4. Dip Switches - These switches serve two functions. In master slave mode these switches are used to assign a speciﬁ c head address. In DMX mode these switches are used to assign a DMX address to the unit. In DMX mode each switch corresponds to a speciﬁ c value based on binary code. See page 7 for a detailed explanation of DMX binary code.

8. Fuse Holder - This housing stores the 5 amp GMA protective fuse. Always replace with the exact same type fuse, unless other wise instructed, by an authorized American DJ

® service technician.

9. Power Cord - Connect only to a matching power outlet. Never use this ﬁ xture is the ground prong has been removed or broken off.

5. XLR Output Jack - This jack is used to transmit the incoming DMX signal to another DMX ﬁ xture, or transmit a Master/Slave

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