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DMX Channel Mode:

This function allows you to use the Aviator SP-8 as a 1, 2, 4, or 8 

channel dimmer/switcher pack. 
When “CH-1” is selected, all 8 channel are controlled by one 

DMX channel.
When “CH-2” is selected,  CH. 1-4, and CH. 5-8  are each 

controlled by one DMX channel. Total of two DMX channels to 

operate the pack.
When “CH-4” is selected, every two channel( CH. 1-2, CH. 3-4, 

CH. 5-6 and CH.7-8) will be controlled by one DMX channel. 

Total of 4 DMX channels.
When “CH-8” is selected, each channel will be controlled by 

one DMX channel. Total of 8 DMX channels

  AVIATOR SP-8™                                                  Operation 

1. To change the operating channel 

mode,  press the Menu button to access 

the channel selector function. 
Channel mode is signified by “ CH-” fol-

lowed by either 1, 2, 4, or 8.

  AVIATOR SP-8™                                                  Operation

2. Use the Edit button to increase the 

DMX channel value. Each tap will change 

the DMX channel value by a factor of 

one. Pressing and holding down the Edit 

button will 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. Once you have completed your adjust-

ments, tap the Store button. The LCD will 

display “Stor” for approximately 2 sec-

onds. This will store your DMX channel 

value in to the unit’s built-in memory.

Channel Override Function:

This function allows you to manually override a channels function 

regardless of the operating mode. With this function you can set 

a channel to remain “on” or remain “off” during any function. 

1. To access this function use the menu 

button to access the units menu. The 

override function will be indicated by a  

“L” in the first character in the LCD.

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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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