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  Pocket Scan™   

 

 

           Quick Start

  Pocket Scan™                           Safety Precautions

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American DJ Supply

®

  -  www.americandj.com  - Pocket Scan™ Instruction Manual Page 4

Quick Start Stand Alone Mode

Connect  all  your  units  together  via  the  XLR  connector.  You  can 

connect up  to  16  units  together in Master/Slave  mode. The  master 

unit will run the slaves to the masters built in programs and internal 

microphone. Plug in all units. When the Pocket Scan™ is first turned 

on, it will run through an internal self test where it moves all motors to 

their zero position. After the self test the units will react to sound, and 

chase to the several built in programs.

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American DJ Supply

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  -  www.americandj.com  - Pocket Scan™ Instruction Manual Page 3

•  Scanner and Laser in one effect

•   4.9mW diode laser

•   15 colors plus white

•   Split colors

•   13 gobos plus spot

•   Separate color and gobo wheels

•   High Speed  Shutter with variable Speed 

•   170 degree pan / 110 degree tilt

•   Full Micro-stepping, with 4 stepper motors.

•   Built in Microphone

•   Auto switch to Stand-Alone (Master/Slave) operation 

  when DMX signal is disconnected

•   Run up to 16 heads without controller

•   DMX-512 protocol

•   Full Focusing

•   Fan cooled

•   Uses 4 DMX Channels

•   Digital DMX display

Safety Issue: 

This unit may blow a fuse if the maximum allotted load 

of 2 amps is reached. If the fuse needs replacement, please see the 

fuse replacement guidelines on page 13.

•   To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this unit  

   rain or moisture

•   Do not spill water or other liquids  into or on to your unit.

•   Be sure that the local power outlet match that of the required voltage 

   for your unit.

•   Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord has been frayed 

   or broken. Do not attempt to remove or break off the ground prong 

   from the electrical cord. This prong is used to reduce the risk of elec-

   trical shock and fire in case of an internal short.

•   Disconnect from main power before making any type of connection.

•   Do not remove the cover under any conditions. There are no user 

   serviceable parts inside.

•   Never operate this unit when it’s cover is removed.

•   Never plug this unit in to a dimmer pack

•   Always be sure to mount this unit in an area that will allow proper 

   ventilation. Allow about 6” (15cm) between this device and a wall.

•   Do not attempt to operate this unit, if it becomes damaged.

•   This unit is intended for indoor use only, use of this product outdoors 

   voids all warranties.

•   During long periods of non-use, disconnect the unit’s main power.

•   Always mount this unit in safe and stable matter.

•   Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to  

   be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them,  

  Pocket Scan™    

            Warranty Registration

The Pocket Scan™ carries a one yeare (365 days) limited warranty. 

Please fill out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase. 

All  returned  service  items  whether  under  warranty  or  not,  must  be 

freight pre-paid and accompany a return authorization (R.A.) number. 

If the unit  is  under  warranty you must  provide  a  copy  of  your  proof 

of purchase invoice. Please contact American DJ

®

 customer support 

for a R.A. number.

  Pocket Scan™   

 

 

                Features

DANGER

VISIBLE LASER RADIATION

-AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE
LASER DIODE

WAVELENGTH : 532 nm

Max Output : <4.9mW

Class IIIa Laser Product

!

!

CAUTION IMPORTANT! When installing this projector, make sure 
that  it  is  mounted  in  a  manner  that  prevents  the  audience  from 
looking  directly  into  the  beam,  and  the  beam  from  striking  the 
audience.

Summary of Contents for Pocket Scan

Page 1: ...t contacting customer support Introduction The Pocket ScanTM is part of American DJ s continu ing pursuit for creating high quality affordable intelligent fixtures The Pocket ScanTM is our most compact full featured scanner ever The Pocket Scan is a DMX scanner with a built in 4 9mW diode laser Both the laser and the lamp can be operated at the same time for truly amazing effects This unit is ligh...

Page 2: ...te this unit if the power cord has been frayed or broken Do not attempt to remove or break off the ground prong from the electrical cord This prong is used to reduce the risk of elec trical shock and fire in case of an internal short Disconnect from main power before making any type of connection Do not remove the cover under any conditions There are no user serviceable parts inside Never operate ...

Page 3: ...ware of Laser light is thousands of times more concentrated than any light from any other kind of light source This concentration of light can cause instant eye injuries primarily by burning the retina the back of your eyeball contatining cells that are sensitive to light Even if you cannot feel heat from a laser beam it can still potentially injure or blind you or your audience Even very small am...

Page 4: ... hazardous Never point a laser at aircraft this is a federal offense Never point un terminated laser beams into the sky Do not expose the output optic aperture to cleaning chemicals Do not use laser if the laser appears to be emitting only one or two beams Do not use the laser if the housing is damaged the housing is open or if the optics appear damaged in any way Never open the laser housing The ...

Page 5: ...e and female XLR connector on either end of the cable Also remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained and can not be split Pocket Scan 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 Do not con nect the cable s shield conductor to the ground lug or allow the shield conductor to come in contact with the XLR...

Page 6: ... two Master Slave modes Fast and Slow Master Slave Connections 1 Daisy chain your units via the XLR connector on the top of the unit Use standard XLR microphone cables to link your units to gether Remember that the Male XLR connector is the input and the Female XLR connector is the output The first unit in the chain master will use the female XLR connector only The last unit in the chain will use ...

Page 7: ...g the internal and external optical lenses must be carried out periodically to optimize light output 1 Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the outside casing 2 Use a brush to wipe down the fan grill 3 Clean the external optics 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...

Page 8: ...st turn down the music so the mirror stops moving 2 Loosen the thumb screw on the front of the unit that hold the lens in place 3 Adjust the focus by moving the lens up and down until you reach proper focus 4 Tighten the thumb screws after you achieve your desired focus Pocket Scan DMX Settings DMX CHANNEL 1 2 3 4 PAN TILT COLOR GOBO DMX512 LEVEL RANGE 0 255 99 95 89 85 79 75 69 65 59 55 49 45 39 ...

Page 9: ...tors it does matter which way the inputs and outputs are connected 4 If it is a bad connection the RED LED may flash when cables are wiggled but remember it may also be the unit sensing audio 5 If DMX connectors are fairly short ordinary microphone cables may be used For longer runs this may cause Pocket Scan Trouble Shooting data transmission problems which will show up as random or incorrect mov...

Page 10: ...mited warranty We recom mend filling out the warranty registration card that came with your fixture to validate your warranty You may also register your product on line at www americandj com Pocket Scan Product Registration American DJ American DJ World Headquarters 6122 S Eastern Ave Los Angeles CA 90040 USA Tel 323 582 2650 Fax 323 725 6100 Web www americandj com E mail info americandj com Ameri...

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