American DJ Alpha Moon User's Manual
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1. American DJ Supply www americandj com Alpha Moon Instruction Manual Page 2 General Instructions Thank you for purchasing the American DJ Alpha Moon The Alpha Moon is an intelligent moon flower effect with optimized optics Please read these operating instructions care fully to familiarize yourself with the basic operations of this unit before attempting to operate this unit This unit is sound active and may be operated with or without a universal DMX controller such as the Ameri can DJ DMX Operator or Show Designer The unit can be linked with several other units to run in a Master Slave orientation For best result use this fixture with fog to enhance the beam output Customer Support American DJ provides a toll free customer support line to provide set up and installation 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 Toll free customer 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 2610 E mail support 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 type of repair yourself without the manufactures consent doing so will void your ma2. DUTY CYCLE 30 MIN ON 10 MIN OFF GOBOS NONE COLORS MULTIPLE COLOR DISH DMX CHANNELS 1 Please Note Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior written notice 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY A American DJ hereby warrants to the original purchaser American DJ products to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 Year 365 days from the date of purchase 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 respon sibility to establish the date and place of purchase by acceptable evidence at the time ser vice is sought B For warranty service send the product only to the American DJ 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 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 its original package No accessories should be shipped with the product If any accessories are shipped with the product American DJ 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 p
3. configura tion Use this configuration when you will be using up to four units in a Master Slave mode Head 1 master will control all the other units connect to line Head 1 Master Head 2 Head 3 Head 4 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 10 10 10 10 Alpha Moon Single Unit Operation Chart This chart list the DMX dip switch setting for single head operation When using this fixture as a stand alone unit or when using multiple Alpha Moons as stand alone units be sure all the fixtures match the illustrated dip switch setting 1 and 10 to the on position all others off Sound Active 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 10 Alpha Moon DMX Traits The Alpha Moon is a single DMX channel fixture 01 128 129 127 255 Stop CW Fast CCW Fast CW Slow CCW Slow American DJ Supply www americandj com Alpha Moon Instruction Manual Page 15 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 info americandj com MODEL ALPHA MOON SPECIFICATIONS VOLTAGE 120V 220V LAMP ZB 64514 120v 300w DIMENSIONS 10 5 H X 11 W X 10 5 D with yoke extended WEIGHT 10 LBS 7 5 KGS FUSE 5 AMP GMA WORKING POSITION ANY SAFE POSITION COOLING FAN COOLED
4. cover in place Remove this screw to access the lamp compartment 5 Power Indicator This LED will flash when it receives either an audio or DMX signal 6 XLR Output Jack This jack is used to send the incoming DMX signal to another DMX fixture 7 XLR Input Jack This jack is used to accept an incoming DMX signal 8 Power Cord Connect only to a matching power outlet Never use this fixture is the ground prong has been removed or broken off For a more dramatic effect link several Alpha Moons together Alpha Moon Linking Linking Your fixture comes with a built in controller This controller may be used to control up to 16 units when daisy chained together in a master slave configuration Any unit can function as either a Master Unit or a Slave Unit Link the units together using standard DMX cable Alpha Moon Controls and Functions ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 11 10 Stand Alone Operation Sound Active This function allows a single unit to run to the beat of the music Only use this function when running a single unit or when running several units as individuals 1 To activate the Sound Active mode set dip switches 1 and 10 on the rear of unit to the ON position See Master Unit on the DIP SWITCH chart on page 13 2 The unit will now react to the bass sound of music via the internal microphone 3 Adjust the audio sensitivity knob on the rear of the un
5. under any conditions There are no user serviceable parts inside 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 in any way Never operate this unit when it s cover is removed To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire do not expose this unit rain or moisture This unit is intended for indoor use only use of this product outdoors 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 Cord Protection 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 Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appliances includ 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
6. UTPUT 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 XLR Figure 4 Alpha Moon DMX Addressing DMX CHANNEL 1 2 3 5 4 7 9 8 6 ON 1 4 16 64 256 2 8 32 128 DMX is short for Digital Multiplex This is a universal binary language used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures Each dip switch represents a binary value Dip Switch 1 address equals 1 Dip Switch 2 address equals 2 Dip Switch 3 address equals 4 Dip Switch 4 address equals 8 Dip Switch 5 address equals 16 Dip Switch 6 address equals 32 Dip Switch 7 address equals 64 Dip Switch 8 address equals 128 Dip Switch 9 address equals 256 American DJ Supply www americandj com Alpha Moon Instruction Manual Page 5 American DJ Supply www americandj com Alpha Moon Instruction Manual Page 6 Power Supply Before plugging your unit in be sure the source volt age in your area matches the required voltage for your American DJ Alpha Moon The American DJ Alpha Moon is available in a 120v and 220v version Because
7. dj com Alpha Moon Instruction Manual Page 12 Alpha Moon Lamp Replacement Focusing To focus an Alpha Moon 1 Be sure the unit is turned on and operating normally 2 Located the thumb screw on the bottom of the unit that holds the focusing lens place Loosen the thumb screw 3 Adjust the focus by manually sliding the lens back and forth until you obtain your desired focus 4 Tighten the thumb screw after you achieve your desired focus 5 Proper focus should consist of tight and defined beams of light Alpha Moon Focusing ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Retaining thumb screws 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 Use a brush to wipe down the fan grill 3 Clean the external optics with glass cleaner and a soft cloth every 20 days Situation may very If used heavily in clubs with lots of fog cleaning may be required more often 4 Clean the internal optics with glass cleaner and a soft cloth every 30 60 days 5 Always be sure to dry all parts completely before plugging the unit in Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates i e smoke fog residue dust dew Alpha Moon Cleaning American DJ Supply www americandj com Alpha Moon Instruction Manual Page 14 American DJ Supply w
8. e sound to activate The units will blackout in this mode to conserve bulb life when there is no sound present American DJ Supply www americandj com Alpha Moon Instruction Manual Page 9 American DJ Supply www americandj com Alpha Moon Instruction Manual Page 10 Alpha Moon Operation Alpha Moon Controls and Functions Cont 9 Fuse Holder This housing stores the 5 amp GMA protective fuse Always replace with the exact same type fuse unless other wise instructed to do so by an authorized American DJ service tech nician 10 Microphone This mic receives external low frequencies to trigger the unit 11 Audio Sensitivity Knob This adjust audio sensitivity of the inter nal microphone 5 Turning the sensitivity knob in the clockwise direction will increase the sensitivity to sound Turning the knob in the counter clockwise direction will decrease the fixture s sensitivity to sound Universal DMX Control This function allows you to use a standard DMX 512 controller as the American DJ DMX Operator or Show Designer The use of a DMX controller will allow you to customize the use of fixtures allowing you to control the rotation direc tion as well as the rotation speed Operating through a DMX controller gives the user freedom to create his her own programs tailored to their own individual needs 1 The Alpha Moon uses one DMX channels please see page 14 for detailed description of t
9. gnal 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 XLR Figure 3 Alpha Moon Set Up 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 Shield To next fixture or terminate From DMX Controller ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 American DJ Supply www americandj com Alpha Moon Instruction Manual Page 7 American DJ Supply www americandj com Alpha Moon Instruction Manual Page 8 1 MINI C Controller Jack This is for use the optional MINI C Black out controller only Do not attempt to connect an audio signal this jack this will damage the PC board and void your manufac tures warranty 2 Dip Switches These switches are used to set the DMX address Each switch corresponds to a specific value based on binary code See page 6 for a detailed explanation of DMX binary code 3 Cooling Fan Keep the fan grill clean Never block the fan vents always allow at least four inches between the fan and any other sur face Improper cooling may result in premature lamp failure 4 Thumb Screw This screw hold the lamp
10. he DMX traits 2 To run your fixture in DMX mode plug in the fixture via the XLR connections to any universal DMX controller Follow the set up specifications that come with the controller 3 Use your controller to control the various fixture traits 4 This will allow you to create your own programs 5 When using a DMX controller and setting up for DMX operation follow the dip switch settings on page 8 If starting at a higher DMX channel follow the standard DMX Binary Code for a one channel unit See page 6 6 For help running in DMX operation consult the manual that comes with your DMX controller 7 For longer cable runs we suggest using a terminator on the last fixture Alpha Moon Operation American DJ Supply www americandj com Alpha Moon Instruction Manual Page 11 Lamp Replacement Caution Never open the unit when in use Always disconnect the main power and allow the unit ample time to cool before attempting to replace the lamp Remember always replace with the same type lamp and fuse 1 Be sure to follow the proper procedures when handling halogen lamps 2 Lamp replacement has been made simple by incorporating the use of a removable cover and retained by a thumb screw 3 Remove the thumb screw on the rear of the unit that holds the socket assembly cover in place 4 Carefully pull back the protective cover 5 Remove and replace the bulb 6 Reassemble in reverse order American DJ Supply www american
11. it to make the unit more or less sensitive to sound Turning the sensitivity knob in the clockwise direction will increase the sensitivity to sound Turn ing the knob in the counter clockwise direction will decrease the fixture s sensitivity to sound 4 The optional MINI C controller may be used with this function for blackout Master Slave Operation Sound Active This function will allow you to link up to 4 units together and operate without a controller The units will be sound activated 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 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 terminator at the last fixture 2 Follow the chart on page 13 for proper unit dip switch settings 3 The optional MINI C controller may be used with this function for blackout 4 After all the units settings have been set and are plugged in adjust the sensitivity knob on the rear of the master unit to make them react to sound Note Stand Alone and Master Slave operation requir
12. line voltage may vary from venue to venue be sure to plug your unit into a matching wall outlet before attempting to operate Data Cable DMX Cable Requirements For DMX Operation Only and Master Slave The Alpha Moon can be controlled via DMX 512 protocol The American DJ Alpha Moon is a three chan nel DMX unit The DMX address is set on the front panel of the Alpha Moon Your unit and your DMX controller require a standard 3 pin XLR con nector 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 Notice Be sure to follow figure 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 1 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 si
13. nufactures warranty In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact American DJ customer sup port Warning The 1 4 phone plug on the unit is for the optional MINI C Do not attempt to connect an audio signal to this jack this will damage the PC board and void your manufactures warranty Alpha Moon Introduction HALOGEN LAMP WARNING This fixture is fitted with a halogen lamp which is highly susceptible to damage if improperly handled Never touch the lamp with your bare fingers as the oil from your hands will shorten the lamp life Never install mount or place this fixture in areas prone to heavy vibration Also never move the fixture until the lamp has had ample time to cool Remember lamps are not covered under warranty conditions American DJ 4295 Charter Street Los Angeles Ca 90058 www americandj com User Instructions 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 Please route your power cord out of the way of foot traffic 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 top cover
14. oduct 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 merchant ability 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 be liable for any loss or damage direct or consequential arising out of the use of or inability to use this product G This warranty is the only written warranty applicable to American DJ Products and supersedes all prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and conditions heretofore published H Lamps are not covered under this warranty Alpha Moon Warranty
15. rain or water D The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance Alpha Moon Safety Precautions American DJ Supply www americandj com Alpha Moon Instruction Manual Page 3 American DJ Supply www americandj com Alpha Moon Instruction Manual Page 4 Alpha Moon Unpacking Every Alpha Moon 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 case damage has been found or parts are missing please contact our toll free customer support number for further instructions please do not return the unit to your dealer Vibrant Color Wheel Linkable Audio Sensitivity Knob Uses One DMX Channels Sound Active DMX 512 Protocol Compatible Full Focusing Master Slave Built In Programs Fan Cooled Optional MINI C Blackout Controller Alpha Moon Features Alpha Moon Contents Introduction 2 Unpacking 3 Features 3 Safety Precau
16. roduct is modified in any manner which American DJ concludes after inspection affects the reli ability of the product if the product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the American DJ factory unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser by Ameri can DJ 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 will replace defective parts at its expense 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 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 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 F 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 in connection with this pr
17. tions 4 Set Up 5 DMX Addressing 6 Linking 7 Controls amp Functions 8 Operation 9 Lamp Replacement 11 Focusing 12 Cleaning 12 Dip Switch Charts 13 Warranty 15 Figure 2 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 will decrease the possibilities of erratic behavior Alpha Moon Set Up DMX512 IN 3 PIN XLR SOUND REMOTE CONTROL INPUT POWER INPUT O
18. ww americandj com Alpha Moon Instruction Manual Page 13 This chart details the DMX dip switch setting for the first 16 units This chart is set as a guide only For dip switch settings beyond the sixteenth unit or for units not starting at DMX channel one please follow standard binary DMX protocol for the correct dip switch settings Alpha Moon DMX Dip Switch Chart Head 15 Address 15 Head 1 Address 1 Head 2 Address 2 Head 3 Address 3 Head 4 Address 4 Head 5 Address 5 Head 6 Address 6 Head 7 Address 7 Head 9 Address 9 Head 10 Address 10 Head 11 Address 11 Head 12 Address 12 Head 13 Address 13 Head 14 Address 14 Head 8 Address 8 Head 16 Address 16 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ON 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 Alpha Moon Master Slave Chart This chart list the DMX dip switch setting for Master Slave
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