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12/09

User Instructions

American DJ

®

  -  www.americandj.com  - Jellyfish Instruction Manual Page 2

Unpacking: 

Thank you for purchasing the Jellyfish by American DJ

®

Every Jellyfish has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in 
perfect  operating  condition.  Carefully  check  the  shipping  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 equipment necessary to operate the unit has arrived intact. In 
the event damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact 
our toll free customer support number for further instructions. Please 
do not return this unit to your dealer without contacting customer sup-
port first. 

Introduction: 

The Jellyfish is a DMX intelligent, LED fixture. The fix-

ture  has  three  different  operating  modes;  sound-active  mode,  show 
mode, or it can be controlled by a DMX controller. In DMX mode it has 
2 different channel mode; a 3 channel mode, and 28 channel mode. It 
can operate as a stand alone fixture or in a Master/Slave configuration. 

For best results use fog or special effects smoke to enhance the beams 
projections. 

Customer  Support:

  American  DJ

®

  provides  a  toll  free  customer 

support line, to provide 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 9:00 a.m. to 
5:00 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. 

Warning! 

This may cause severe eye damage. Avoid looking directly 

into the light source at all times!

  Jellyfish         

                                         General Information

Summary of Contents for Jelly Fish

Page 1: ...sound active mode show mode or it can be controlled by a DMX controller In DMX mode it has 2 different channel mode a 3 channel mode and 28 channel mode It can operate as a stand alone fixture or in a Master Slave configuration For best results use fog or special effects smoke to enhance the beams projections Customer Support American DJ provides a toll free customer support line to provide help a...

Page 2: ...e personnel when A Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the appliance B The appliance has been exposed to rain or water C The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance Jellyfish Safety Precautions American DJ www americandj com Jellyfish Instruction Manual Page 4 American DJ www americandj com Jellyfish Instruction Manual Page 3 DMX 512...

Page 3: ...ree channel mode and 28 channel mode The DMX address is set electronically using the controls on the rear panel of the unit Your unit and your DMX controller require a approved DMX 512 110 Ohm Data cable for data input and data output Figure 1 We recommend Accu Cable Figure 1 DMX cables If you are making your own cables be sure to use stan dard 110 120 Ohm shielded cable This cable may be purchase...

Page 4: ...3 pin XLR DMX line When inserting stan dard 5 pin XLR connectors in to a 3 pin line a cable adaptor must be used these adaptors are readily available at most electric stores The chart below details a proper cable conversion Conductor 5 Pin XLR Male In 3 Pin XLR Female Out Pin 1 Pin 5 Do Not Use Pin 4 Do Not Use Pin 3 Pin 2 Pin 1 Pin 3 Pin 2 Not Used Not Used Data True signal Data Compliment signal...

Page 5: ...ting is displayed press ENTER to confim Note Each slave mode is a different light show Note In a Master Slave configuration you can set one fixture to Master and then set the next fixture to SL 2 the fixtures will now have contrast movement to each other Sh 0 Sh 11 Show modes 0 11 Factory programs 1 Tap the MENU button until ShNd is displayed press ENTER 2 Sh X will now be displayed X representing...

Page 6: ...different functions including blackout Sound Active Mode This mode allows either single unit or sev eral units linked together to run to the beat of the music 1 Tap the MENU button until SOUN is displayed and press ENTER Tap the UP or DOWN buttons so that ON is dis played and press ENTER 2 The optional UC3 Controller not included may be used to con trol different functions including blackout Show ...

Page 7: ...rminator at the last fixture 2 On the Master unit tap the MENU button until SLND is dis played and press ENTER Press the UP or DOWN button until MAST is displayed and press ENTER to confirm Now select your desired operating mode and set that show by pressing the ENTER button 3 On the slave units tap the MENU button until SLND is dis played select your desired Slave mode and Press ENTER 4 The slave...

Page 8: ... 210 219 CHASE 21 220 229 CHASE 22 230 239 CHASE 23 240 249 CHASE 24 250 255 CHASE 25 3 STROBE CH 1 VALUES 0 119 0 9 OPEN 10 255 STROBING SLOW FAST CHASE SPEED CH 1 VALUES 120 239 0 9 OPEN 10 255 CHASE SPEED SLOW FAST 3 CHANNEL MODE The setting of Channel 1 is used with Channel 2 and Channel 3 Jellyfish 28 Channel DMX Traits Channel Value Function 4 WHITE 1 255 0 100 5 RED 1 255 0 100 6 GREEN 1 25...

Page 9: ...ing will ensure longevity and crisp output 1 Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the out side casing 2 Use a brush to wipe down the cooling vents and fan grill 3 Clean the external optics and mirror with glass cleaner and a soft cloth every 20 days 4 Clean the internal optics with glass cleaner and a soft cloth every 30 60 days 5 Always be sure to dry all parts completely before...

Page 10: ...t is damaged because not properly maintained as set forth in the instruction manual D This is not a service contract and this warranty does not include maintenance cleaning or periodic check up During the period specified above American DJ Inc will replace defec tive parts at its expense with new or refurbished parts and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair labor by reason of d...

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