American DJ
®
User Instructions
HALOGEN LAMP WARNING
This fixture is fitted with a halogen lamp
which is highly susceptible to damage if
improperly handled. Never touch the lamp
with bare fingers, as the oil from your hands
will shorten the lamp life. Also, never move
fixture until lamp has had ample time to
cool. Remember, lamps are not covered
under warranty conditions.
TM
ONYX II
w/ DMX-512 PROTOCOL
Model: ONYX II™
SPECIFICATIONS:
Voltage: 120V
Lamp: EXY 82v / 250w
Dimensions: 12.25” x 5.5” x 11”
Weight: 18 lbs.
Fuse: 5A
Working Position: Any safe position
Cooling: Fan Cooled
Duty Cycle: 30 min. ON, 10 min. OFF
Gobos: 16 / Plus Spot - fixed
Colors: 11 - 4 Split - 1 Multi Color
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing this fine American DJ® product. For your convenience
this lighting effect has been lamped and tested at American DJ®. The ONYX II™ is ready to be used,
attaching the hanging bracket is the only assembly required. Please read the following instructions
before attempting to install or use your new unit.
FEATURES
The Onyx II™ is a super DMX 512 moonflower effects. It features a single color /gobo wheel with
10 single color, 4 two colored, and 1 multi-colored gobos plus a white spot, for a total of 16. The
Onyx II™ can run in Master/Slave mode or by DMX via XLR connections on the rear of the unit. In
master/slave mode the Onyx II™ will run through it’s several programs. The unit includes an internal
microphone for sound activation. The Onyx II™ comes with a hanging bracket, and is fan cooled.
The Onyx II™ is compact, and light weight making it great for mobile DJ’s and bands. The Onyx
II™ may be controlled
only). This unit may also be controlled by a standard DMX controller such as the American DJ®
Show Designer.
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by an optional (sold separately) ONYX-II/C™ Controller (controls black out
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Stand Alone:
A. This function is used when use only one unit or running more than one unit as an individual.
B. Set 1 and 10 on the dip switch to the on position (see “Master - Head 1” on page 3).
C. Plug the unit in, the unit will react to sound via its own internal microphone.
D. Adjust knob on rear of unit for desired music sensitivity.
Master / Slave Operation:
A. This function will allow you to link up to 16 units together.
B. In this mode the units will react to sound via the master units built in internal microphone.
C. The units will also run to the several preprogrammed chases.
D. Use XLR cables to daisy chain the fixtures together. Remembering the female XLR is the out put, and the male XLR is the input.
E. Be sure to follow the chart on page 3.
F. For longer cable runs we suggest a terminator at the last fixture.
Universal DMX Control:
1. This function allows you to us a standard DMX controller such as the American DJ Show
Designer™.
2. The use of a DMX controller will allow you to customize the use of fixtures allowing you
independent control of the colors, speed, and the ability to black out.
3. This will allow you to create your own programs or use your fixtures as spot lights.
4. The OnyxII™
channel two controls the mirror movement.
5. When using a DMX controller and setting up for DMX operation follow the dip switch settings
on page 3. If starting at a higher DMX channel follow the standard DMX Binary Code for
a two (2) channel unit.
6. For help running in DMX operation consult the manual that comes with your DMX controller.
7. For longer cable runs we suggest using a terminator on the last fixture.
The 1/4” phone plug on the unit is for the optional OnyxII/C. Do not attempt to connect an
audio signal this jack, this will damage the PC board and void your manufactures warranty!
is a DMX two channel fixture; channel one controls the color and shutter,
Lamp Replacement: Caution! Never open the unit when in use. Always disconnect the main
power before attempting to replace the lamp. Remember always replace with the same type lamp
and fuse.
A. Be sure to follow the proper procedures when handling halogen bulbs.
B. Loosen the screw on trap door located on top of the unit.
C. Remove the trap door.
D. Remove and replace the bulb.
E. Reassemble.
The American DJ Onyx II™ comes with a one (1) year limited warranty. We recommend filling out the
warranty registration card that came with your fixture to validate your warranty. For service contact
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