American DJ Saber Spot WW Service Manual
User Instructions
A.D.J. Supply Europe B.V.
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6468 EW Kerkrade
The Netherlands
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Contents
GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................................................ 4
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................................ 4
FEATURES ................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................................................ 5
DMX SET UP ............................................................................................................................................................................ 5
SYSTEM MENU ........................................................................................................................................................................ 7
OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................................................. 9
MASTER-SLAVE SET UP ......................................................................................................................................................... 10
INSTALLING THE FROST LENS ................................................................................................................................................ 10
UC IR OPERATION ................................................................................................................................................................. 10
1 CHANNEL MODE ................................................................................................................................................................ 11
2 CHANNEL MODE ................................................................................................................................................................ 11
4 CHANNEL MODE ................................................................................................................................................................ 11
DIMMER CURVE CHART ........................................................................................................................................................ 12
CAD DRAWING ...................................................................................................................................................................... 12
PHOTOMETRIC CHART .......................................................................................................................................................... 13
POWER CORD DAISY CHAIN .................................................................................................................................................. 15
CLEANING.............................................................................................................................................................................. 15
TROUBLE SHOOTING ............................................................................................................................................................. 15
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................................................... 16
ROHS - A great Contribution to the Conservation of Environment ..................................................................................... 17
WEEE – Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment ........................................................................................................ 18
NOTES ................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
NOTES ................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
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OZIONE
GENERAL INFORMATION
Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the Saber Spot WW by ADJ Products, LLC. Every Saber Spot WW 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 fixture 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 first.
Introduction: The Saber Spot WW is a DMX intelligent LED fixture. The Saber Spot WW can operate as a
stand alone fixture or in a Master/Slave set up. The Saber Spot WW has three operating modes; WW 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: If you encounter any problems, please contact your trusted American Audio shop.
We also offer the possibility, to contact us directly: You can contact us via our website www.americandj.eu or
via email: support@americandj.eu
Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, 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!
GENERAL 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. Please keep this manual with the unit, for future reference.
FEATURES
• DMX-512 Protocol Compatible (3 DMX Channel Modes: 1/2/4)
• 3 Operating Modes - Show Mode, WW 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 15)
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 unauthorized modification to this unit.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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 fire, 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 fire 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 outdoors 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 receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the appliance.
• Cleaning -The fixture should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. See page 15 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.
DMX SET UP
Power Supply: The ADJ Saber Spot WW 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 protocol 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 different manufactures to be linked
together and operate from a single controller, as long as all fixtures 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.
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DMX SET UP (continued)
Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX and Master/Slave Operation): The Saber Spot WW can
be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The Saber Spot WW has 3 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 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 figures 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.
Figure 2
XLR Pin Configuration
Pin1 = Ground
Pin2 = Data Compliment (negative)
Pin3 = Data True (positive)
Figure 3
Special Note: Line Termination. When longer runs of cable are 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.
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.
Figure 4
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 fixtures 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
3-pin XLR Female (Out)
5-pin XLR Male (In)
Ground/Shield
Pin 1
Pin 1
Data compliment (- signal)
Pin 2
Pin 2
Data True (+ signal)
Pin 3
Pin 3
Not used
Pin 4 - Do Not Use
Not used
Pin 5 - Do Not Use
Figure 1
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