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1. Two light Strobe 3 Sound Strobe Rotation Speed 1 8 Mode Strobe LED OFF Rotation LED ON American DJ Supply www americandj com Tri Pearl LED User Manual Page 11 Tri Pearl LED Specifications Model Tri Pearl LED SPECIFICATIONS Working Position Any safe working position LED One 3 Watt LED Voltage 120V 230V Fuse 2 Amp Weight 3 3lbs 1 5Kgs Dimensions 11 5 L x 9 05 W x 7 9 H Colors Multi Beam Angle 38 Degree DMX Channels 3 Channels 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 American DJ Supply American DJ World Headquarters 6122 S Eastern Ave Los Angeles CA 90040 USA Tel 323 582 2650 Fax 323 725 6100 Web www americandj com E mail info americandj com Tri Pearl LED 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 ac ceptable2. 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 Ampli fiers 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
3. functions including blackout Master Slave Operation Sound Active This mode will allow you to link up to 16 units together and operate without a control ler 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 For the Slave units put any dipswitch in the On position except the 1 dipswitch The 1 dispswitch must stay in the Off position on all Slave units Note When running fixtures in Master Slave configura tion dipswitch 10 in the On position will make the fixture do Tri Pearl LED Operating Instructions American DJ Supply www americandj com Tri Pearl LED User Manual Page 8 American DJ Supply www americandj com Tri Pearl LED User Manual Page 7 the opposite to the other fixture Example Four fixtures linked together On fixtures 1 and 3 p
4. unit The DMX address is set on the top rear of the Tri Pearl LED 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 conduc tor 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 American DJ www americandj com Tri Pearl LED User Manual Page 5 Tri Pearl LED Set Up American DJ Supply www americandj com Tri Pearl LED User Manual Page 6 Figure 1 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 con nect 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 Tri Pearl LED Set Up DMX512 IN 3 PIN XLR SOUND 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 DM
5. R 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 stan dard 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 5 Pin XLR Male In 3 Pin XLR Female Out Pin 1 Do Not Use Do Not Use Pin 3 Pin 2 Pin 1 Pin 3 Pin 2 Not Used Not Used Data True signal Data Compliment signal Ground Shield 3 Pin XLR to 5 Pin XLR Conversion Operating Modes Sound Active mode In this mode the unit will react to sound Auto Mode In the mode the unit will 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 Auto Mode 1 Put dipswitches 1 amp 2 in the On position to run Auto Mode 2 Dipswitch 3 will reverse rotation while dipswitches 4 5 and 6 will control rotation speed 3 The optional UC3 Controller not included may be used to control different
6. User Instructions American DJ 6122 S Eastern Ave Los Angeles Ca 90040 www americandj com Tri Pearl LED Introduction American DJ Supply www americandj com Tri Pearl LED User Manual Page 2 7 08 Unpacking Thank you for purchasing the Tri Pearl LED by Ameri can DJ Every Tri Pearl LED has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condition Carefully check the ship ping 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 miss ing please contact our toll free customer support number for further instructions Do not return this unit to your dealer without first contact ing customer support Introduction The Tri Pearl LED is part of American DJ s continuing pursuit for creating high quality affordable intelligent fixtures The Tri Pearl LED is a three channel 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 sound active mode or can be controlled via DMX controller 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
7. X terminal Resistance 120 Ohm 1 4 W between PIN 2 DMX and PIN 3 DMX of the last fixture 1 2 3 1 2 3 DMX DMX COMMON DMX512 OUT 3 PIN XLR Figure 2 Figure 3 1 Ground 1 Ground XLR Male Socket XLR Pin Configuration 3 Hot 2 Cold 2 Cold 3 Hot XLR Female Socket Pin 3 Data True positive Pin 2 Data Compliment negative Pin 1 Ground 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 con 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 DMX512 IN 3 PIN XLR SOUND 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 1 2 3 1 2 3 DMX DMX COMMON DMX512 OUT 3 PIN XL
8. an 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 Ameri can 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 man ufactured No warranty whether expressed or implied is given or made with respect to any acces sory 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
9. en 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 s
10. 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 Americ
11. 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 800 322 6337 Fax 323 582 2941 E mail support americandj com 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 war ranty In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact American DJ PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible Tri Pearl LED Safety Precautions American DJ Supply www americandj com Tri Pearl LED User Manual Page 4 American DJ Supply www americandj com Tri Pearl LED User Manual Page 3 Multi Colors Color Strobe 3 Operating Modes Sound Active Auto and DMX Control Uses Three DMX Channels Electronic Dimming 0 100 Built in Microphone UC3 Controller Not Included 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 be
12. om 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 pro tocol used 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 trav els from fixture to fixture via the DATA IN and DATA OUT XLR ter minals 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 compli ant 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 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 Operation The Tri Pearl LED can be controlled via DMX 512 protocol The Tri Pearl LED is a three channel DMX
13. ried 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 Tri Pearl LED 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 Tri Pearl LED DMX Traits Channel Value Function 1 DIMMER STROBE 0 7 CLOSED 8 199 DIMMER 0 100 200 247 STROBING SLOW FAST 248 255 OPEN 2 0 255 COLOR SELECTION 3 ROTATION 0 9 NO ROTATION 10 120 CLOCKWISE FAST SLOW 121 134 NO ROTATION 135 245 COUNTER CLOCKWISE SLOW FAST 246 255 NO ROTATION Tri Pearl LED UC3 Controls Stand by Blackout the unit Function 1 Synchronous Strobe 2
14. upply 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 Tri Pearl LED Warranty Registration The Tri Pearl LED 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 cus tomer support for a R A number Tri Pearl LED Features 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 Tri Pearl LED General Instructions Power Supply Before plugging your unit in be sure the source volt age in your area matches the required voltage for your American DJ Tri Pearl LED The American DJ Tri Pearl LED is available in a 120v and 220v version Because line voltage may vary fr
15. ut dipswitch 10 in the On posi tion Now fixtures 1 amp 3 will run the same and fixtures 2 amp 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 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 Tri Pearl LED uses three DMX channels See the bottom of this page 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 Tri Pearl LED Operating Instructions 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 Tri Pearl LED Fuse Replacement American DJ Supply www americandj com Tri Pearl LED User Manual Page 10 American DJ Supply www americandj com Tri Pearl LED User Manual Page 9 Tri Pearl LED Cleaning Due to fog residue smoke and dust cleaning the internal and exter nal optical lenses must be car
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