American DJ Saber Spot RGBW Service Manual
SABER SPOT RGBW
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User Instructions
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Saber Spot RGBW General Information
Saber Spot RGBW General Instructions
Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the Saber Spot RGBW by
ADJ Products, LLC. Every Saber Spot RGBW 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 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. Please do not return this unit to your
dealer without contacting customer support rst.
Introduction: The Saber Spot RGBW is a DMX intelligent LED fix-
ture. The Saber Spot RGBW can operate as a stand alone fixture or
in a Master/Slave set up. The Saber Spot RGBW has three operating
modes; RGBW dimmer mode, show mode, & DMX controlled. This
fixture is suitable for theaters, studios, retail stores, and other similar
locations. For best results use fog or special effects smoke to enhance
the beams projections.
Customer Support: ADJ Products, LLC provides a toll free cus-
tomer support line, to provide 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: (800) 322-6337
Fax: (323) 582-2941
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.
Warning! This may cause severe eye damage. Avoid looking directly
into the light source at all times!
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.
Saber Spot RGBW Features
• DMX-512 Protocol Compatible (12 DMX Channel Modes:
3/4/4/5/6/6/7/8/8/9/11/12
• 3 Operating Modes - Show Mode, RGBW Dimmer Mode & DMX
Control
• 5 Dimmer Curves (Standard, Stage, TV, Architectural, & Theatre)
• Digital Display for Address and Function Setting
• UC IR Compatible (Not Included) & Airstream App Compatible
• Power Cord Daisy Chainable (See page 34)
Saber Spot RGBW Warranty Registration
The Saber Spot RGBW carries a 2 year (730 days) limited warranty.
Please fill out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase
and warranty. You may also register your product online at www. adjproducts.com. 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 ADJ Products, LLC
customer support for a R.A. number.
Saber Spot RGBW Handling Precautions
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.
During operation the housing may become extremely hot. Avoid
touching the unit with bare hands while in use.
ADJ Products, LLC will not accept any liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of this manual or any unauthor-
ized modication to this unit.
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Saber Spot RGBW Safety Precautions
Saber Spot RGBW DMX Set Up
For Your Own Personal Safety, Please Read and Understand This
Manual Completely Before You Attempt To Install Or Operate
This Unit!
• 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.
• Be sure that the local power outlet match that of the required volt age 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 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.
• 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.
• 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 33 for cleaning details.
• Heat -This fixture should be situated away from heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including
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.
Power Supply: The ADJ Saber Spot RGBW 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 by most lighting and controller manufactures 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. Therefore, the first fixture controlled
by the controller could be the last fixture in the chain. 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 and Master/Slave
Operation): The Saber Spot RGBW can be controlled via DMX-512
protocol. The Saber Spot RGBW has 12 DMX channel modes. The
DMX address is set electronically using the controls on the rear panel of the unit. Your unit and
your DMX controller require a approved DMX-512
110 Ohm Data cable 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 professional sound
and lighting stores). Your cables should be made
Figure 1
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Saber Spot RGBW DMX 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
Saber Spot RGBW DMX Set Up
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.
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
Pin 1 = Ground
Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative)
Pin 3 = Data True (positive)
XLR Male Socket
1 Ground
Figure 3
DMX512 OT
3-PIN XLR
2 Cold
3 Hot
1
3
2
XLR Female Socket
2 Cold
DMX +
DMX -
1 Ground
3 Hot
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.
3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion
Conductor 5-Pin XLR Male (In)3-Pin XLR Female (Out)
Ground/Shield
Data Compliment (- signal)
Data True (+ signal)
Not Used
Not Used
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 4 - Do Not Use
Pin 5 - Do Not Use
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 con-
When longer runs of cable are
nected 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.
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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.
Figure 4
Saber Spot RGBW System Menu
Software Update
Display Menu
SN MENU DISPLAY FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
1
2 CHANNNEL 4CH RGBW
3 Slave SLAVE MODE
4
5
6
7
8
9 White BL WHITE BALANCE R255 G255 B255 W255
10 TempUnit TEMP UNIT C/ F
11 Temp Val TEMP VALUExxx F
12 AUTOLOCK Display keylock OFF/ON
13 IR Active IR setting OFF/ON
14 FlipDisplay Flip display OFF/ON
Please Wait ...
ADJ
SOFTWARE V1.0 3
R255 G255 B255 W255
DMX MODE
ADDR：001
LOOK
Store:01
Reset ？
NO
Manual
S255
DimCurve
Standard
NO DMX No DMX
Hold Blackout, Hold, LOOK
3/4/4/5/6/6/7/8/8/9/11/12CH(see the
Yes,press ENTER to resume the factory
R000- 255 G000- 255 B 000-255 W000- 255
STROBE：S000- 255
Standard , Stage, TV, Architec,
Address setting
001- 510
channel mode)
Store mode 01- 13
default setting
MANUAL DIMMER
5 kinds Dimmer curve
Theatre
Saber Spot RGBW System Menu
System Menu: When making adjustments press ENTER to
conrm your setup then press and hold the MENU button
for at least 3 seconds. To exit without making any adjust-
ments press the MENU button. The display will lock after 30
seconds, press the MENU button for 3 seconds to unlock.
DMX MODE - DMX Address Setting.
1. Press the either the MENU, UP, or DOWN buttons until “DMX
MODE” is displayed, press ENTER.
2. The current address will now be displayed and ashing.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to nd your desired address.
Press ENTER to set your desired DMX address.
CHANNEL - This will let select your desired DMX
channel mode.
1. Press the either the MENU button until “CHANNEL” is displayed, press ENTER. The current DMX channel mode will be
displayed.
2. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to nd your desired DMX
channel mode and press ENTER to conm and exit.
SLAVE - This will let you set the unit as the slave in a
master/slave conguration.
1. Press the MENU button until “SLAVE” is displayed, press
ENTER.
LOOK - In this mode you can run a show mode.
1. Press the MENU button until “LOOK” is displayed, press
ENTER.
2. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to nd your desired mode.
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Saber Spot RGBW System Menu
Saber Spot RGBW System Menu
RESET - This function will return the unit to its default
settings.
1. Press the the MENU button until “RESET” is displayed and
press ENTER.
2. The display will show either “NO” or “YES”. Press the UP or
DOWN buttons so that “YES” is displayed. Press ENTER and
the unit will reset back to default settings.
MANUAL - This function will allow you to manually
adjust each LED output intensity and strobe rate. This function is also a manual testing mode.
1. Press the MENU button until “MANUAL” is displayed, press
ENTER.
2. Using the UP or DOWN buttons scroll to the Strobe setting
and press ENTER. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to set the
strobe setting to “255”, and press ENTER again
3. After you have set the strobe setting to “255”, you can use
the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll through RGBW colors. When
you nd a color you wish to adjust press ENTER. Now use the
UP or DOWN buttons adjust the colors intensity, press ENTER
once you get your desired intensity. Continue to adjust the
RGBW colors until you have created your desired color.
4. If you would like the unit to strobe, scroll back to the strobe
setting and press ENTER. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to
adjust the strobe rate. Press ENTER once you have found your
desired strobe rate.
DimCurve - This will let select your desired dimmer
curve.
1. Press the MENU button until “DimCurve” is displayed, and
press ENTER. 1 of 5 dimmer curves will be displayed.
“STANDARD”, “STAGE”, “TV”, “ARCHITEC” (Architectural), or
“THEATRE”. See the dimmer curve chart on page 28 for more
info.
2. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to nd your desired dimmer
curve and press ENTER to conm.
NO DMX - This mode can be used as a precaution mode,
that in case the DMX signal is lost, interrupted, or power is
lost, the operating mode chosen in the setup is the running
mode the xture will go into when the DMX signal is lost. You
can also set this as the operating mode you would like the
unit to return to when power is applied.
1. Press the MENU button until “NO DMX” is displayed, and
either “Look”, “Blackout”, or “Hold” will be displayed beneath.
2. Press ENTER and the bottom choice will begin to ash. Use
the UP or DOWN buttons to choose an operating mode you
would like the unit to start up in when power is applied or the
DMX signal is lost.
• Look (Master Slave) - If the DMX signal is lost or power is
applied, the unit will automatically run a built-in show.
• Blackout - If the DMX signal is lost or interrupted, the unit will
automatically go into stand by mode.
• Hold - If the DMX signal is lost the xture will stay in the last
DMX setting. If power is applied and this mode is set, the unit will
automatically go into the last DMX set up.
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3. Press ENTER to conrm your desired set up.
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