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controller such as the American DJ Show Designer™ or the American DJ
®
DMX Operator.™
3. The American DJ
®
Rainbow 250™ uses two DMX channel to operate; Channel 1 is the color and
channel 2 is dimmer.
4. To run your fixture in DMX mode, plug in the fixture via the XLR connections to any standard DMX
controller. - Follow the set-up specifications that come with the controller.
5. Use the chart on page 6 (figure 4) to set the DMX values for up to 16 units to be controlled by a
DMX controller.
Lens Focusing:
1. To focus a American DJ
®
Rainbow 250 DMX,™ it is best to first turn down the music sensitivity knob
to its minimum position. This will prevent the color wheel from changing during focusing.
2. Adjust the focus by manually turning the lens in and out (clockwise & counter-clockwise), until the
outer edge of the beam is a sharp clear image.
Lamp Replacement:
Caution!
Never open the unit when in use. Always disconnect the main power and allow the unit
ample time to cool before attempting to replace the lamp. Remember always replace with the same type
lamp and fuse.
1. Be sure to follow the proper procedures when handling halogen bulbs.
2. Lay the fixture flat on a stable surface.
3. Remove the three Phillips located on the top of the unit.
4. Remove the cover.
5. Remove and replace the bulb.
6. Reassemble.
Always be sure to replace with the exact same type lamp and fuse unless otherwise specified by autho-
rized American DJ
®
service representative.
Cleaning:
Due to fog residue, smoke, and dust, cleaning 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. If used heavily in clubs
with lots of fog, cleaning may be required more often.
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 plugging the unit in.
REMEMBER:
Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates (i.e.
smoke, fog residue, dust, dew).
Warranty:
The American DJ
®
Rainbow 250 DMX”™ comes with a 1 year limited warranty. We
recommend filling out the warranty registration card that came with your fixture to validate your war-
ranty. For service contact your American DJ
®
dealer.
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