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4.   Menu Button - This button is used to select the different   

 

 menu  options.

5.   Edit Button - This button is used to increase the current dis 

   play value in by a factor of one. Each tap will change the   

   value once. Holding down the Edit Button will increase the  

 

 value  rapidly.

6.   Store Button - This button will serve two functions. When  

   used with the Edit Button (5), this button can be used to de- 

   crease the current display value by a factor on one. This   

   button is also used to lock your desired settings in to the  

 

 unit’s  memory.

7.   DMX XLR Output Jacks - This jack is used to send the DMX  

   input signal through to the next DMX device.

8.   DMX XLR Input Jack - This jack is used to receive the in-  

   coming DMX signal.

9.   Power Switch - This switch controls the unit’s main power.

10.  Power Cords - These cords are used to supply your unit’s  

   main power. Plug these cords in to a standard 110V Edison  

 

 wall  socket.

   Both cords must be plugged in for proper operation.

11.Channel Fuses - Each channel has its’ own protective fuse.  

   Only replace with the exact same type fuse, 6A GMA.

Rear Panel:

Front Panel:

  AVIATOR SP-8™                            Functions and Controls

  AVIATOR SP-8™                                                  Operation

American DJ

 

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OUTPUT: 5A/CH, TOTAL 15A Max.

OPERATION

DISPLAY ITEMS

DMX

EDIT STORE

MENU

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2

3

4

5

6

7

8

1

2

3

4

5

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8

A

viator-SP8

POWER INPUT

POWER

FUSES: F10A 250V 5x20 mm

2

3

4

1

6

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8

5

DMX IN

DMX OUT

3 2

1

1=Ground

2=Data-

3=Data+

3 21

AC 120V ~ 50-60Hz

N’OUVREZ PAS..RISQUE DE CHOCELCTRIQUE

WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED

MAIN CONTROL

1-4 CH

5-8 CH

15A MAX

15A MAX

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK

DISCONNECT INPUT POWER

BEFORE OPENING

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9

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General Instructions:

The Aviator-SP8 is a 8 channel DMX switch pack, consisting of 

a Segment Display and several push buttons that can be used 

easily. The Aviator-SP8 is controlled via a standard DMX con-

troller, which allows you to control special affect lighting.
The Aviator-SP8 has two different operating modes: Self Test 

mode and DMX mode. Please follow the instructions below to 

operate the unit in your desired mode.

Self Test Mode:

This function serves two functions. This function can be used 

to run the Aviator SP-8™ as a simple 8 channel chaser. You can 

also use this mode to perform a unit self test. This function will 

run through a simple progressive eight channel chase. You may 

only control the speed of the chase, there no built-in patterns.

2. Use the Edit button to increase the speed. 

Each tap will change the speed by a value 

of one. Pressing and holding down the Edit 

button will increase the speed value rapidly.

1. Turn the unit’s main power on , the LCD will 

detail the last adjusted speed setting. Speed 

is indicated by “SP” followed by a number 

value of 1-9. A value of 1 will give the slow-

est speed (a chase interval of 10 minutes), 

and the value of 9 will give the fastest speed 

(a chase interval of 1/10th of a second).

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Summary of Contents for AVIATOR-SP8

Page 1: ...or moisture Caution There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit Do not attempt any repairs yourself doing so will void your man ufactures warranty In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact your nearest American DJ dealer Do not discard this cartoon in the trash Please recycle when ever possible Introduction American DJ Supply www americandj com AVIATOR SP 8 Instru...

Page 2: ... XLR SOUND REMOTE CONTROL INPUT POWER INPUT OUTPUT SOUND REMOTE CONTROL INPUT POWER INPUT OUTPUT SOUND DMX512 DMX DMX COMMON 1 2 3 Termination re avoids signal and interferen to connect a D 120 Ohm 1 4 W and PIN 3 D 1 2 3 1 2 3 DMX DMX COMMON DMX512 OUT 3 PIN XLR American DJ Supply www americandj com AVIATOR SP 8 Instruction Manual Page 4 AVIATOR SP 8 Introduction AVIATOR SP 8 Set Up WARNINGS Do n...

Page 3: ...POWER INPUT OUTPUT SOUND REMOTE CONTROL INPUT POWER INPUT OUTPUT 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 DMX DMX OMMON Figure 4 Figure 2 American DJ Supply www americandj com AVIATOR SP 8 Instruction Manual Page...

Page 4: ...EZ PAS RISQUE DE CHOCELCTRIQUE WARNING THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED MAIN CONTROL 1 4 CH 5 8 CH 15A MAX 15A MAX CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DISCONNECT INPUT POWER BEFORE OPENING 7 9 8 11 10 General Instructions The Aviator SP8 is a 8 channel DMX switch pack consisting of a Segment Display and several push buttons that can be used easily The Aviator SP8 is controlled via a standard DMX con tr...

Page 5: ...ress is indicated by an A followed by three numbers in the LCD The address tells the DMX controller what chan nel to activate the pack s functions DMX Mode This function allows you to control each channels by a standard DMX controller such as the American DJ Show Designer or the American DJ Scene Setter In DMX mode you can use the Aviator SP 8 as channel dimmer pack or as a channel switching power...

Page 6: ...ill increase the DMX channel value rapidly 3 To decrease the DMX channel value use the Edit and Store button in conjunc tion with each other While pressing and holding down the Edit button tap the Store button to decrease the DMX chan nel value Each tap of the Store button will decrease the DMX address by a factor of one Holding down the Store button will decrease the DMX channel value rapidly 4 O...

Page 7: ...acter of the LCD When a channel is set to Full On the LCD will read F in the last character Full On F will give a channel full output intensity regardless of any contradicting DMX signal Off o will cut all output voltage to a selected channel regardless of DMX signal AVIATOR SP 8 Technical Specifications Power Input AC120v 50 60Hz Channel Output 10Aper a channel Total Channel Output 30AMaximum DMX...

Page 8: ... 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 includi...

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