American DJ MEGA STROBE/DMX - User Manual

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750W DMX Strobe Light
MEGA STROBE/DMX
American DJ
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Instruction Manual
SPECIFICATIONS: MODEL - Mega Strobe/DMX™
Weight: 9 lbs.
Size: 12" x 8.75" x 6"
Lamp: ZB-300
Voltage: 120V/60Hz
Working Position: Any Safe position
Fuse: 16A
Power Draw: 750W
Connection: XLR
Flash Rate: 15 flashes per second flash
Tube Life: 500,000 Flashes
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CAUTION! Read instructions before installing or plugging unit in.
Thank you for purchasing the Mega Strobe/DMX!
Here are a few tips before getting started.
General Functions (REAR):
A. POWER INPUT: AC 120V/60Hz, 16A
B. CIRCUIT BREAKER: 16A
C. POWER INDICATOR: Lights when power is ON
D. DMX DIP SWITCH SETTINGS: By assigning dip
switch 10 to ON, unit goes to “DMX Pack Mode”.
Follow DMX addressing printed on the rear of
this Instruction Manual for desired speed and
dimming settings. By assigning dip switch 10 to OFF,
unit goes to “DMX Self-test Mode”. Follow “Self-test” settings printed on rear to select desired chase.
E. DMX INDICATOR: Indicates when DMX is effective.
F. DMX SIGNAL OUTPUT: XLR female socket used to connect to other Mega Strobe/DMXs.
G. DMX SIGNAL INPUT: XLR male socket used to receive DMX signals.
Operating Instructions:
1. Unit is ready to be hung or set on flat surface. We suggest the use of safety cable (not provided) when hanging
unit. The Mega Strobe/DMX plugs direct into 120V. Make sure power configuration is correct.
2. Plug in power cord to turn unit ON.
3. This unit has two operation modes: “DMX Self-test Mode” and “DMX Pack Mode”.
4. Switch dip switch 10 to the OFF position, the unit goes to “DMX Pack Mode”. There are 2 “Self-test” modes:
AUTO and MANUAL. Set dip switch 9 to OFF, it performs “AUTO Self-test”. When strobe flashes within the
dimming range from 0% to 100% and then from 100% to 0%, a slower or faster speed will be executed.
The strobe will flash at regular speed corresponding to the dimmer duration. Set dip switch 9 to ON, it will then
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Summary

Specifications

General Functions (Rear Panel)

Power Input

AC 120V/60Hz, 16A power connection for the unit.

Circuit Breaker

16A circuit breaker for electrical protection.

Power Indicator

LED that lights up when the unit is powered on.

DMX Dip Switch Settings

Controls DMX Pack Mode or DMX Self-test Mode.

DMX Indicator

Indicates when a DMX signal is active.

DMX Signal Output

XLR female socket for daisy-chaining to other units.

DMX Signal Input

XLR male socket for receiving DMX signals.

Operating Instructions

Dip Switch Settings

DMX Pack Mode

Address settings for controlling speed and dimming via DMX.

Self-Test Mode

Settings for manual and auto self-test modes.

Manual Self-Test Mode Details

Speed and dimming level classifications for manual self-test.

Maintenance and Service

General Maintenance Warnings

Safety precautions for servicing and handling the unit.

Lamp Replacement

Procedure and precautions for replacing the ZB-300 lamp.

Service Information

Instructions on how to obtain service for the unit.

American DJ MEGA STROBE/DMX Specifications

General

Brand	American DJ
Model	MEGA STROBE/DMX
Category	Test Equipment
Language	English