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User Instructions

  FREQ 16 Strobe    

                                  Introduction

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American DJ Supply

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  -  www.americandj.com  - FREQ 16 Strobe Instruction Manual Page 2

  Rev. 3/14

Unpacking: 

Thank you for purchasing the FREQ 16 Strobe by Ameri-

can DJ

®

. Every FREQ 16 Strobe has been thoroughly tested and has 

been shipped in perfect operating condition. Carefully check the ship-

ping 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 accessories necessary to operate the unit has 

arrived intact. In the case damage has been found or parts are miss-

ing, please contact our toll free customer support number for further 

instructions. Do not return this unit to your dealer without first contact-

ing customer support. 

Introduction: 

The FREQ 16 Strobe is part of American DJ’s continu-

ing pursuit for creating high quality affordable intelligent fixtures. The 

FREQ 16 Strobe is a revolutionary 16-zone LED strobe. The unit has 

4 operating modes; Sound Active (with adjustable sound sensitivity), 

Show Mode, Manual Mode, or DMX Control. This unit can be used as 

a stand alone fixture, or in a Master/Slave configuration. This fixture is 

suitable for theaters, studios, retail stores, and other similar locations.  

 

Customer Support:

 American DJ

®

 provides a toll free customer sup-

port line, to provide set up 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. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 

4:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.

 

Voice:   

(800) 322-6337

 

Fax:    

(323) 582-2941

 

E-mail:  

[email protected]

To purchase parts online visit http://parts.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 repairs yourself, doing so will void your manufactures war-

ranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact 

American DJ

®

.

PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.

Summary of Contents for FREQ 16 Strobe

Page 1: ...The unit has 4 operating modes Sound Active with adjustable sound sensitivity Show Mode Manual Mode or DMX Control This unit can be used as a stand alone fixture or in a Master Slave configuration Thi...

Page 2: ...e fallen or liquid has been spilled into the appliance C The appliance has been exposed to rain or water D The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance...

Page 3: ...able must be daisy chained and cannot be split FREQ 16 Strobe Set Up Figure 1 Notice Be sure to follow figures two and three when making your own cables Do not use the ground lug on the XLR connector...

Page 4: ...he MENU button for at least 3 seconds CHND This will let select your desired DMX channel mode 1 Press the either the MENU button until CHND is displayed press ENTER Either 1CH 2CH 16CH or 18CH will be...

Page 5: ...what setting you would like to adjust first press the ENTER button Use the UP and DOWN buttons to make adjustments Once you have made your desired adjustments press ENTER 4 Once you have finished wit...

Page 6: ...firm and exit TEST This function will run a self test program 1 Press the MENU button until TEST is displayed press ENTER 2 The fixture will now run a self test Press the MENU button to exit TEMP With...

Page 7: ...is displayed and press ENTER and then press and hold the MENU button to confirm 3 To adjust the sound sensitivity press the MENU button until SENS is displayed Use the UP or DOWN buttons to adjust sen...

Page 8: ...ENTER Use the UP or DOWN buttons to find the MAST setting and press ENTER 3 On the slave units tap the MENU button until SLND is display ed and Press ENTER Use the UP or DOWN buttons to switch between...

Page 9: ...ed properly and are wired correctly pin 3 is hot on some other DMX devices pin 2 may be hot Also check that all cables are connected to the right connectors it does matter which way the inputs and out...

Page 10: ...he product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the American DJ Inc factory unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser by American DJ Inc if the product is damaged becaus...

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