Rev. 8/07

User Instructions

American DJ

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4295 Charter Street

Los Angeles Ca. 90058 www.americandj.com

Pearl LED Color™ Introduction

Unpacking:

Thank you for purchasing the Pearl LED Color™ by

American DJ

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. Every Pearl LED Color™ 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 accessories necessary to operate the unit has arrived intact. In the case 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 first contacting customer support.

Introduction:

The Pearl LED Color™ is part of American DJ’s continuing pursuit for creating high quality affordable intelligent fixtures.

The Pearl LED Color™ is a DMX intelligent LED moonflower effect.

This fixture light weight and compact which makes it a great piece for mobile DJ’s and clubs. This unit can be used in a stand alone soundactive mode or can be controlled via DMX controller.

Customer Support:

American DJ

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provides a toll free customer support 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. Pacific Standard Time.

Voice:

Fax:

(800) 322-6337

(323) 582-2941

E-mail: [email protected]

To purchase parts online visit http://parts.americandj.com

Warning!

To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, 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

American DJ

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.

PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.

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Pearl LED Color™ 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.

Pearl LED Color™ Features

• Multi-Colors

• Color Strobe

• Electronic Dimming 0-100%

• Built in Microphone

• DMX-512 protocol

• Uses two DMX Channels

• UC3 Controller (Not Included)

Pearl LED Color™ Warranty Registration

The Pearl LED Color™ carries a 3 year (1095 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. americandj.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 American DJ® customer support for a R.A. number.

Pearl LED Color™ Safety Precautions

• 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 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 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.

• 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 out`

doors 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 the point they exit from the unit.

• Cleaning -The fixture should be cleaned only as recommended by

t he manufacturer. See page 10 for cleaning details.

• Heat -The appliance should be situated away from heat sources

such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (inclu-

d 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.

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SOUND

REMOTE

CONTROL

INPUT

INPUT OUTPUT

SOUND

REMOTE

CONTROL

INPUT

INPUT OUTPUT

SOUND

Pearl LED Color™ Set Up

P

ower Supply:

Before plugging your unit in, be sure the source voltage in your area matches the required voltage for your American DJ

®

Pearl LED Color™. The American DJ

®

Pearl LED Color™ is available in a 120v and 220v version. Because line voltage may vary from venue to venue, you should be sure your unit voltages matches the wall outlet voltage before attempting to operate you fixture.

DMX-512:

DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal protocol used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures

INPUT OUTPUT

SOUND CONTROL

INPUT 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, of 1, the DMX controller knows to send DATA assigned to address 1

3 to that unit, no matter where it is located in the DMX chain.

DMX -

Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX Operation):

The Pearl LED Color™ can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The

Pearl LED Color™ is a two channel DMX unit. The DMX address is set on the bottom of the Pearl LED Color™. Your unit and your DMX controller require a standard 3-pin XLR connector for data input and data output (Figure 1). If you are making your own cables, be sure to use standard two conductor shielded cable (This cable may be purchased at almost all pro 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 can not be split.

Figure 1

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3

1

2

POWER

3 Hot Pin 3 = Data True (positive)

POWER

Pearl LED Color™ Set Up

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.

COMMON

1

2

3

DMX +

DMX -

3

1

2

3

1

2

REMOTE

INPUT OUTPUT

CONTROL

XLR Male Socket

1 Ground

2 Cold 2 Cold 1 Ground

Figure 2

REMOTE

INPUT OUTPUT

CONTROL

XLR Pin Configuration

Pin 1 = Ground

Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative)

3 Hot

Figure 3

POWER POWER

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 90-120 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.

1

3

2

Figure 4

5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.

Some manufactures use 5-pin XLR connectors for DATA transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin XLR fixtures may be implemented in a 3-pin XLR DMX line. When inserting standard 5-pin XLR connectors 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.

Conductor

Ground/Shield

3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion

3-Pin XLR Female (Out)

Pin 1

5-Pin XLR Male (In)

Pin 1

Data Compliment (- signal)

Data True (+ signal)

Not Used

Not Used

Pin 2

Pin 3

Pin 2

Pin 3

Do Not Use

Do Not Use

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REMOTE

CONTROL

INPUT

INPUT OUTPUT

POWER

Pearl LED Color™ Operating Instructions

Operating Modes:

• Sound-Active mode - The unit will react to sound.

• DMX control mode - This function will allow you to control each

individual fixtures traits with a standard DMX 512 controller such as

as the Elation

®

Show Designer™.

Sound Active Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and put dipswitch #1 in the “ON” postion.

2. The fixture will now change via sound.

3. The optional UC3 Controller (not included) may be used to control different functions including blackout.

Master-Slave Operation (Sound Active):

This mode will allow you to link up to 16 units together and operate without a controller.

In Master-Slave mode, the units will react to sound. In Master-Slave operation one unit will act as the controlling unit and the others will react to the controlling units programs. Any unit can act as a Master or as a Slave.

1. Using standard XLR microphone cables, daisy chain your units together via the XLR connector on the rear of the units. Remem- ber the Male XLR connector is the input and the Female XLR connector is the output. For longer cable runs we suggest a terminator at the last fixture.

2. Choose a unit to function as the Master and set dipswitch #1 to the “On” position.. This unit must be the first unit in line. Then sim- ply daisy chain the units together using XLR cables.

3. Now set the Slave units dipswitches all to the “Off” position. Now they should react the same as the MASTER.

Note: When running fixtures in Master/Slave configuration dipswitch 10 in the “On” position will make the fixture do the opposite to the other fixture. Example: Four fixtures linked together. On fixtures 1 and 3 put dipswitch 10 in the “On” position. Now fixtures 1 & 3 will run the same and fixtures 2 & 4 will run opposite. This makes a great light show.

4. The optional UC3 Controller (not included) may be used to control different functions including blackout.

DMX Mode:

Operating through a DMX controller give the user the freedom to cre-

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Pearl LED Color™ Operating Instructions

ate their own programs tailored to their own individual needs.

1. This function will allow you to control each individual fixture’s traits with a standard DMX 512 controller such as the

Elation

®

Show Designer™ or the Elation

®

DMX Operator.™

2. The Pearl LED Color™ uses two DMX channels to operate see page 8 for the DMX traits.

3. To run your fixture in DMX mode, plug in the fixture via the XLR connections to any standard DMX controller. Set your desired

DMX address following the set-up specifications that come with your DMX controller.

Pearl LED Color™ Fuse Replacement

First unplug the power. The fuse holder is located next to the power cord. Using a flat-head screw driver unscrew the fuse holder. Remove the bad fuse and replace with a new one.

Pearl LED Color™ DMX Traits

DMX512 Configuration

Ch1 Ch2

Dimmer/Strobe Rotation

248-255 OPEN

Slow

200-247

246-255 Stop

Fast

135-245

Fast

121-134

Slow

Stop

8-199

Slow

10-120

0-7 CLOSED 0-9

Fast

Stop

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Pearl LED Color™ Cleaning

Due to fog residue, smoke, and dust cleaning the internal and external optical lenses must be carried out periodically to optimize light output.

1. Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the outside casing.

2. Clean the external optics with glass cleaner and a soft cloth every 20 days.

3. Always be sure to dry all parts completely before plugging the unit back in.

Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates (i.e. smoke, fog residue, dust, dew).

Pearl LED Color™ Trouble Shooting

Listed below are a few common problems the user may encounter, with solutions.

Unit not responding to DMX:

1. Check that the DMX cables are connected properly and are wired correctly (pin 3 is “hot”; on some other DMX devices pin 2 may be ‘hot’). Also, check that all cables are connected to the right connectors; it does matter which way the inputs and outputs are connected.

Unit does not respond to sound:

1. Quiet or high pitched sounds will not activate the unit.

If problems are not resolved; Contact American DJ® for service.

1-800-322-6337

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Pearl LED Color™ Warranty

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY

A. American DJ, Inc. hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, American DJ and American

Audio products to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a prescribed period from the date of purchase (see specific warranty period on reverse). This warranty shall be valid only if the product is purchased within the United States of America, including possessions and territories. It is the owner’s responsibility to establish the date and place of purchase by acceptable evidence, at the time service is sought.

B. For warranty service you must obtain a Return Authorization number (RA#) before sending back the product. Contact American DJ, Inc. Service Department at 800-322-6337. Send the product only to the American DJ, Inc. factory. All shipping charges must be pre-paid. If the requested repairs or service (including parts replacement) are within the terms of this warranty,

American DJ, Inc. will pay return shipping charges only to a designated point within the United

States. If the entire instrument is sent, it must be shipped in it’s original package. No accessories should be shipped with the product. If any accessories are shipped with the product, American DJ,

Inc. shall have no liability whatsoever for loss of or damage to any such accessories, nor for the safe return thereof.

C. This warranty is void if the serial number has been altered or removed; if the product is modified in any manner which American DJ, Inc. concludes, after inspection, affects the reliability of the product; if the product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the American DJ,

Inc. factory unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser by American DJ, Inc.; if the product is damaged because not properly maintained as set forth in the instruction manual.

D. This is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include maintenance, cleaning or periodic check-up. During the period specified above, American DJ, Inc. will replace defective parts at its expense with new or refurbished parts, and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair labor by reason of defects in material or workmanship. The sole responsibility of American DJ, Inc. under this warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product, or replacement thereof, including parts, at the sole discretion of American DJ. All products covered by this warranty were manufactured after January 1, 1990, and bear identifying marks to that effect.

E. American DJ, Inc. reserves the right to make changes in design and/or improvements upon its products without any obligation to include these changes in any products theretofore manufactured. No warranty, whether expressed or implied, is given or made with respect to any accessory supplied with products described above. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, all implied warranties made by American DJ, Inc. in connection with this product, including warranties of merchantability or fitness, are limited in duration to the warranty period set forth above. And no warranties, whether expressed or implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness, shall apply to this product after said period has expired. The consumer’s and/or Dealer’s sole remedy shall be such repair or replacement as is expressly provided above; and under no circumstances shall American DJ, Inc. be liable for any loss or damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the use of, or inability to use, this product.

This warranty is the only written warranty applicable to American DJ and American Audio

Products and supersedes all prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and conditions heretofore published.

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY PERIODS:

• All American Audio Products = 1-year (365 day) Limited Warranty (except V-Plus Series Amplifiers)

• All American Audio V-Plus Series Amplifiers = 3-year (1095 day) Limited Warranty

• American DJ Lighting and American DJ Branded Products = 1-year (365 day) Limited Warranty

(Such as: Special Effect Lighting, Intelligent Lighting, UV lighting, Strobes, Fog Machines, Bubble

Machines, Mirror Balls, Par Cans, Trussing, Lighting Stands etc. excluding Laser Products, lamps, and Star Tec Series)

• American DJ Laser Products and Star Tec Products = 90-Day Limited Warranty

• American DJ L.E.D. Products = 3-year (1095 day) Limited Warranty (excluding motors which have a 1-year (365 day Limited Warranty)

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Pearl LED Color™ Specifications

Model: Pearl LED Color™

SPECIFICATIONS:

Working Position:

Lamp:

Voltage:

Fuse:

Weight:

Dimensions:

Any safe working position

One 3 Watt LED

120V / 230V

3 Amp GMA

3lbs./ 1.4Kgs.

9” (L) x 11.5” (W) x 8” (H)

Colors: Multi

Warranty: 3 Year (1095 days)

Please Note: Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior written notice.

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American DJ World Headquarters:

4295 Charter Street Los Angeles, CA 90058 USA

Tel: 323-582-2650 / Fax: 323-582-2610

Web: www.americandj.com / E-mail: [email protected]