Revo Burst - Full Compass
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1. 1 Tap the MENU button until FHRS is displayed press ENTER 2 The running time of the fixture will now be displayed Press MENU to exit System Menu With this function you can display the version soft ware of the fixture 1 Tap the MENU button until VER is displayed press ENTER 2 The software version will now be displayed Press MENU to exit RSET use this function to reset the unit 1 Tap the MENU button until RSET is displayed press ENTER 2 The fixture will now reset Operating Modes The Fevo Burst can operate in three dif Terent modes In each mode you can run the fixture as a stand alone fixture or in a master slave confiugration This next section will detail the differences in the operating modes Sound Active mode Tho fbturo will react to sound chasing through tho built in programs Show mode Choose 1 of 12 show modes to run DMX control mode This function wil allow you to control each individual fhtures tras with a standard DMX 512 controller such as the Elation Show Designer Master Slave Operation This function will allow you to link up to 16 units together and operate without a controller The units will be sound activated In Master Slave operation one unit will act as the controling Unit and the others wil react to the controling units programs Any unit can act as a Master or as a Slave 1 Using approved DMX data cables dalsy chain your units togath fer via2. WARNING Due to the magnifying type lens please keep the lens out of contact with direct sunlight Direct sunlight can cause heat to build up inside of the unit which will seriously damage unit User Instructions Revo Burst mm Unpacking Thank you for purchasing the Revo Burst by Amar can Di Every Revo Burst has been thoroughly tested and has bean shipped in perfect operating condition Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping ifthe carton appears to be damaged carefully inspect your foture for any damage and be sure all accessories necessary to operate the unit has artived intact In the case damage has been found or parts are miss ing please contact our tll free customer support number for further Instructions Do not return this unit to your dealer without frst contact Ing customer support Introduction The Revo Burst is part of American DJ s continuing pursuit for creating high quality affordable inteligent fixtures The Revo Burst is a DMX inteligent LED effect This fixture light weight and com pact which makes ita great piece for mobile DJ s and clubs The fixture has three diferent operating modes sound active mode show mode or it can be controlled by a DMX controler I can operate as a stand alone fixture or in a Master Slave conliguration Customer Support American Die provides atoll ree customer sup Port line to provide set up help and to answer any question
3. should you encounter problems during your set up or ital operation You may also visit us on the web at www americand com for any comments or suggestions Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9 00 am to 4 30 p m Pacific Standard Time Voce 800 322 6337 Fax 828 582 2941 E mail Support ramericand com Te purchase parts online visit itp parts americand com Warning To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fre do ot expose this unit ta 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 var ranty In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact American Due PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible Revo Burst General Instructions Te oplimize the performance of this product please read these operating instructions carefully to familarize yourself with the basic operations of this unit These Instructions contam important safety Information regarding the use and maintenance of this unit Please kop this manual with the uni for futur reference Revo Burst tu RGB While Pattern Strobe Electronic Dimming 0 100 Built i Microphone DMX 512 protocol 28 Coler Patterns amp 25 Chases in DMX Mode Uses Five DMX Channels UC3 Controller Not Included Revo Burst Warranty Registration The evo Burst caries a 3 year 1095 days limited warranty Pl
4. sot ate rc AIT Sey eapeae hrs sin Cea ieee oe al oe Verc D Spir Qewamercandi am avo Bust User Mara Page 18 Tigers n ies Ware clang mon wich are Model Revo Burst Any safe working position Voltage 300 240V SOHz GDHz Auto Sensing LED s 294 LEDs Total 84 Red 105 Green 63 Blue amp 42 White PowerConsumption 20W Fuse 7 Amp Power Cord Daisy Chain 16 Fixtures Max Weight Tlbs 3 2Kgs Dimensions 32 x85 W x 9 57 4 312x218 x 239mm DMX Modes 4 amp 10 DMX Channel Modes Colors RGBW Warranty 3 Year 1095 days Auto Sensing Voltage This fixture contains a electronic bal last which will auto sense the voltage when itis plugged into the power source Please Note Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior written notice 4000358 American DJ Supply American DJ World Headquarters 6122 S Eastern Ave Los Angeles CA 90040 USA Tol 323 582 2650 Fax 323 725 6100 Web www americand com E mail infoQamericandj com American DJ Europe Junostraat 2 6468 EW Kerkrade Netherlands seniceQamericandeu www americandj eu Te 431 45 546 85 00 Fax 31 45 546 85 99
5. crew driver nto the power socket and gently pry out the use holder Remove the bad fuse and replace with a new one The fuse holder has a built in socket or a spare fuso be sure nol to confuse the spare fuse with active fus Revo Burst Cle Dua to og residue smoke and dust cleaning the intemal and exter Tal 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 al parts completely before plugging the unit back in Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates Le smoke fog residue dust dew Rev Burst Trouble Shooti Listed below are a few common problems the user may encounter with solutions Unit not responding to DMX 1 Chack 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 ara connected to the right connectors it oes matter which way the inputs and outputs are connected Unit does not respond to sound 1 Quiet or high pitched sounds wil not activate the unit if problems are not resolved Contact American DJ for service 1 800 322 6337 heres Di Susp vamos or Ress But er Maa Page Revo Burst Warranty reuters ehgpng cea rotta pea ne Sortprice a rt a Tec whens ein
6. ease il out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase and war ranty You may also register your product online at www americand com All rotumed service items whether under warranty or not must be freight pre paid and accompany a return authorization R A nur bar If the unit is under warranty you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice Please contact American DJ customer Suppor for a R A number sheer Bi Sage wntamercan com Rao Bi To reduce the risk of electrical shack or fir do not expose this unit rain or moisture Do not spill water or other liquids into or onto your unit Be sure thatthe local power outlet match that of ho required volt age for your unit Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord hasbeen frayed or broken Do not attempt to remove or break off ha ground prong from the electrical cord This prong is used to reduce tho risk Of electrical shock and frein case ofan 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 into a dimmer pack Always be sure to mount this unitin an area that wil allow proper ventlation Allow about 6 15cm betwaen this device and a wall Do net attempt to operate this unit ft becomes damaged This unit is intended for indoor use on
7. hased at almost all pro sound and lighting stores Your cables should be mado 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 spit Revo Burst 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 con ect the cable s shield conductor to he ground lug or allow the shield conductor to come in contact withthe XLR s outer casing Grounding the shield could cause a short circuit and erratic behavior oer E Fe e ERE Special Note Line Termination When langer runs of cable are used you may need to use a terminator onthe ast unit to void erratic behavior terminator is a 90 120 ohm 1 4 watt resistor which is con ected betwaen pins 2 and 3 of a mala XLR connector DATA and DATA This unit is inserted in the female XLR connector ofthe last unit in your daisy chain to terminate the ine Using a eable terminator ADJ part number Z DMXIT will decrease the possibillies of erratic behavior 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 2 pin XLR DMX line When inserting stan dard S pin XLR connectors in to a 3 pin linea cable adaptor must be used these adaptors aro readily avalable at most electric stores The prope
8. llbe displayed 2 Tap the UP or DOWN buttons until your desired setting is displayed press ENTER to confim NOTE In a Master Slave configuration you can set one fixture to Master and then set the next fixture to SL2 the fixtures will now have contrast movement to each other Revo Burst System Menu SHND SH 12 show modes 0 12 Factory programs Show mode can be run with sound activity or without For show mode to run without sound activity turn sound activity of 1 Tap the MENU button until SHYD is displayed press ENTER 2 Sh X will now be displayed X representing a number between 0 10 Programs 1 12 are factory programs while Sh 1 is random mode Press the UP or DOWN buttons to find your desired show and press the ENTER then press and hold the MENU button for at least 3 seconds to confirm SGUN sound Active mode 1 Tap the MENU button until SOUN is displayed press ENTER 2 The display will show either D Y or OFF Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select DI to activate sound active mode or OFF to deactivate sound active mode 3 Press the ENTER and then press and hold the MENU button for at least 3 seconds to confirm SENS using this mode you can set the sound sensitivity level 0 for least sensitive 100 for more sensitive 1 Tap the MENU button unti SENS is displayed press ENTER 2 Using the UP or DOWN buttons adjust tho sonsivty level to your desire 3 When yo
9. ly use ofthis product out doors voids all warranties During lang periods of non use disconnect the unit s main power Always mount this unit in safe and stable matter Powersupply cords should be routed so that they are not lily to ba walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them Paying particular attention tothe point they exit from the unit Cleaning The fixture should be cleaned only as recommended by he manufacturer See page 14 for cleaning details Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appliances nc ding ampifiers that produce heat The fiture should be serviced by qualiied service personnel when A The power supply cord ar the plug has bean damaged B Objacts have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the appliance C The appliance has been exposed to ran or water D The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change In performance Revo Burst Set Up Power Supply The American DJs Revo Burst contains an electronic ballast which wil auto sense the voltage when Iis plugged into the power source With the electronic ballast you do not need to wary about wal voltage this unit can be plugged in anywhere Alco be sure to only use the included LE C power cable supplied with the unit DMX 512 DMX is short for Digital Multiplex This is a universal pro tocol used as a form of communication bet
10. oller Sound Active Mode This mode allows either single unit or several units linked together to run tothe beat of the music 1 Tap the MENU button unti SOUN is displayed and press ENTER 2 Tap the UP or DOWN buttons to choose ether OFF or ON and press ENTER then press and hold MENU for 3 seconds to con fem 3 The optional UC3 Controller not included may be used to con rol different functions including blackout Show Mode in this mode you can choose 1 of 12 shaw modes to 1 Tap the MENU button unti SH D is displayed and press ENTER 2 Tap the UP or DOWN buttons unti you find your desired show and press ENTER thon press and hold MENU for 3 seconds to Confirm See pago 9 for more info 3 he optional UC3 Controller not included may be used to con tol diferent functions including blackout Revo Burst Power Cord Daisy Chaining With this feature you can connect the fixtures to ono another using the IEC input and output sockets Tho quantity that can be connected is 16 fixtures maximum After 16 fixtures you will need to use a new power outlet They must be the same fixtures DO NOT mix fixtures i m ee sin nma ncn oe unction 2 Two light Strobe Show 1 12 poe LED OFF LED ON Revo Burst Fu Z Locate and remove the unit s power cord Once the cord has been removed located the fuse holder located inside the power socket Inserta flat head s
11. r cable conversion Revo Burst System Menu DMX512 Address Setting Setting 4 Channel Setting 10 Channel Master Slave Mode Random Show Show Mode 1 12 l Sound On MENu Sound off Sound active senstivity Blackout Mode No Blackout Blackout Mode Yos Blackout Led on Led off Display Normal Display Inversion FRHrZ Fixture Hours Jii Software Version naan Blue wnamercamisom Rao Bs Ur Ma System Menu When making adjustments you can press ENTER to confirm your setup or you can wait 8 seconds for automatic setup To exit without making any adjustments press the MENU button ABBR ux Address Setting 1 Tap the either the MENU UP or DOWN buttons until RODR is displayed press ENTER 2 The current address will now be displayed and flashing Press the UP or DOWN buttons to find your desired address Press ENTER to set your desired DMX address CHND This will let you switch between 4 Channel DMX mode and 10 Channel DMX mode 1 Tap the either the MENU button until CHND is displayed press ENTER Either uH or IOCH will be displayed 2 Tap the UP or DOWN buttons to choose your desired DMX mode and press ENTER to confim and exit SLND this will tet you set unit as a master or slave in a master slave configuration 1 Tap the MENU button until SLND is displayed press ENTER Either SI SLI or SL 2 wi
12. the XLR connactor on the rear of the units Remember the Male XLR connector is the input and the Female XLR connector is the output The first unit in the chain master will use the female XLR connector only The last unit in the chain will use the male XLR connector only For longer cable runs we suggest a termina tor atthe last fixture 2 On the Master unt find your desired show and set that show by pressing the ENTER button 3 On the slave units tap the MENU button until SUD is dis Played and Press ENTER 4 The slave units will now fallor the Master unk Universal DMX Control This function allows you to use a Elation universal DMX 512 controller to control the chases and pattems dim mer and strobe A DMX controler allows you to create unique pro grams tallored to your individual needs 1 The Revo Burst can either be a 4 of 10 Channel fixture See page 34 for detailed description of the DMX values and traits 2 To control your fixture in DMX mode follow the set up procedures Operating on pages 5 7 as wall as the set up specifications that are includ fed with your DMX controle Use the contrala s faders to contol the various DMX fixture tral This wil allow you to create your own programs Follow the instructions on page 9 to set te DMX adress For longer cable runs more than a 100 feet use a terminator on the last fixture For heip operating in DMX mode consult the manual included with your DMX contr
13. u found your desired level press the ENTER and then press and hold the MENU button for atleast 3 seconds to confi BLND Blackout or Stand by mode 1 Tap the MENU button until BLID is displayed press ENTER Either Yes or No will be displayed 2 To activate Blackout tap the UP or DOWN buttons until mieten Gl Sup wt amercanjcam Roo Das Use Har Revo Burst jstem Menu s displayed press ENTER to confim The fixture will now be in Blackout mode To deactivate Blackout made select No and press Enter LED with this function you can have the LED display turn off after 10 seconds 1 Tap the MENU button until LED is displayed press ENTER 2 The display wil show either D Y or OFF Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select Dt to keep the LED display on at all times or DFF to switch to have the LED display switch off after 10 seconds 3 Press ENTER to confirm DISP this will lip the LED display 180 1 Tap the MENU button until ISP is displayed press ENTER 2 Either dISP or dSIP wil now be displayed Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select one or the other 3 Press the ENTER and then press and hold the MENU button for at least 3 seconds to confirm TEST This function will run a self test program 1 Tap the MENU button until TEST is displayed press ENTER 2 The fixture will now run a self test FHRS with this function you can display the running time of the fixture
14. ween inteligent fixtures and controllers A DMX cantrollr sends OMX dala instructions from the controller to the fixture DMX data is sont as serial dala that trav fs from fixture to fixture via the DATA IN and DATA OUT XLR lar minals located on all DMK fixtures most controllers only have a DATA QUT termina DMX Linking DUX is a language allowing all makes and models of different manufactures to be inked together and operate from a single controller as long as all tures and the controller are DMX compl 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 assignad a DMX adress of 1 may be placed anywhere in a DMX line at the beginning at tha end or anywhere inthe middie When a fixture is assigned a DMX address f 1 the DMX contoler knows to send DATA assigned to address 1 to that unit no matter whore iti located in the DMX chain Data Cable DMX Cable Requirements For DMX Operation The Rava Burst can be contallad via DMX 512 protocol The Revo Burst is fe channel DMX unt The DMX adress is sat on the rear of the Revo Burst Your unit and your DMX controler require a standard S pin XLR connactor 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 purc
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