P
ower Supply:
Before plugging your unit in, be sure the source volt-
age in your area matches the required voltage for your American DJ
®
Concept 2.™ The American DJ
®
Concept 2
™
is available in a 120v and
220v version. Because line voltage may vary from venue to venue, you
should be sure your unit voltages matches the wall outlet voltage before
attempting to operate you fixture.
DMX-512:
DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal
protocol used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures
and controllers. A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions from
the controller to the fixture. DMX data is sent as serial data that travels
from fixture to fixture via the DATA “IN” and DATA “OUT” XLR terminals
located on all DMX fixtures (most controllers only have a DATA “OUT”
terminal).
DMX Linking:
DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of
different manufactures to be linked together and operate from a single
controller, as long as all fixtures and the controller are DMX compliant.
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 assigned a DMX address of 1 may
be placed anywhere in a DMX line, at the beginning, at the end, or
anywhere in the middle. When a fixture is assigned a DMX address of
1, the DMX controller knows to send DATA assigned to address 1 to
that unit, no matter where it is located in the DMX chain.
Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX and Master/
Slave Operation):
The Concept 2™ can be controlled via DMX-512
protocol. The American DJ
®
Concept 2™ is a nine channel DMX unit. The
DMX address is set on the front panel of the Concept 2™. Your unit and
your DMX controller require a standard 3-pin XLR
connector 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.
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Figure 1
Concept 2™
Discharge Lamp Warning
This fixture is fitted with a discharge lamp which
are highly susceptible to damage if improperly
handled. Never touch the lamps with your bare
fingers as the oil from your hands will shorten
lamp life. Also, never move the fixture until the
lamps have had ample time to cool. Remember,
lamps are not covered under warranty condi-
tions.
This unit emits intense UV radiation which is harmful to the eyes and
skin. The intense luminance of the lamp can cause severe damage
to the retina. Never operate this unit without it’s covers, these covers
have been specially designed to shield against UV radiation.
Epileptic Warning:
Those suffering from epilepsy should avoid looking
directly into the lamp at all times.
Avoid switch the fixture on and off repeatedly in short intervals as this
will reduce lamp life and intensity.
To achieve the intensity associated with discharge lamps, these lamps
use gas sealed in a high pressure environment to emit a brilliant output.
Due to the high pressure involved with the construction of the lamp,
the lamp may explode during prolonged extensive use. This risk is
increased with age, added care is encouraged when dealing with older
lamps. Extreme caution should be used when operated this or any
fixture fitted with a gas discharge lamp. Never open this unit while in
use.
PLEAS READ THE PROPER LAMP REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
LOCATED ON PAGE 17.
Caution:
Always replace with the exact same type lamp and fuse,
unless otherwise specified by an authorized American DJ
®
service
technician. Replacing with anything other than the specified part can
damage your unit and will void your manufactures warranty.
