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 RollerTron 250™    

 

       Controls and Functions

REAR

FRONT

1.   Audio Sensitivity Knob - 

This adjusts the audio sensitivity of the 

INTERNAL  MICROPHONE  (11)

.  Turning  the  sensitivity  knob  in  the 

clockwise direction will increase the sensitivity to sound. Turning the 

knob in the counter clockwise direction will decrease the fixture’s sen

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sitivity to sound. 

2. Blackout Controller Jack - 

This jack is for use with the optional 

Mini/C  or  Wireless/C  controller  only.  Do  not  attempt  to  connect  an 
audio signal to this jack, this will damage the PC board and void your 
manufactures warranty!

3.   XLR Input Jack -

 This jack is used to accept an incoming DMX 

signal or Master/Slave signal.

 RollerTron 250™    

 

       Controls and Functions

4.   Thumb  Screws  - 

These  thumb  screws  hold  the  lamp  socket 

assembly cover into place.

5. Digital Display -

 This display shows the menu and operating func-

tions that you can choose from.

6.   Lens -

 This is a fully focusing high quality lens. Focus the lens by 

manually turning the lens in a clockwise or counter-clockwise direc-
tion.

7. Barrel Mirror - 

This is a highly reflective surface mirror specifically 

designed  to  optimize  and  enhance  beam  output.  Never  use  glass 
cleaner that contain ammonia to clean the surface of the mirror (such 

as Windex).

8.   XLR  Output  Jack  -

  This  jack  is  used  to  transmit  the  incoming 

DMX  signal to another DMX fixture, or transmit a Master/Slave signal 

to the nest RollerTron 250™ in the chain. For best results in DMX or 
Master/Slave mode terminate this jack if it is the last unit in the chain. 

See “Terminator” on page 11.

9.   Breaker -

 A 5A built-in safety breaker to reduce the risk of electri-

cal shock or fire and protect the circuitry. In the case of a internal short 

or power surge. 

10.  Power  Cord  - 

Connect  only  to  a  matching  power  outlet.  Never 

use  this fixture is the ground prong has been removed or broken off.

11.   Microphone -

 This microphone receives external low frequencies 

to trigger the unit in Sound-Active and Master/Slave mode. 

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Summary of Contents for Roller Tron 250

Page 1: ... and is best used in multiples of four When used as a stand alone unit or when used in multiples linked in a master slave configuration the optional Mini C or Wireless C controller may be used The optional controller will access different programs and control a blackout function For best results use fog or special effects smoke to enhance the beams projections Customer Support American DJ provides...

Page 2: ... 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 electrical 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 th...

Page 3: ...hows the menu and operating func tions that you can choose from 6 Lens This is a fully focusing high quality lens Focus the lens by manually turning the lens in a clockwise or counter clockwise direc tion 7 Barrel Mirror This is a highly reflective surface mirror specifically designed to optimize and enhance beam output Never use glass cleaner that contain ammonia to clean the surface of the mirro...

Page 4: ... music or chase through one of three programs you can select You may also choose RollerTron 250 Operation American DJ www americandj com RollerTron 250 Instruction Manual Page 8 American DJ www americandj com RollerTron 250 Instruction Manual Page 7 RollerTron 250 Operation to run a big angle program or small angle program depending on the size of the dance floor Only use this mode when running a ...

Page 5: ...e 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 sin gle controller as long as all fixtures and the controller are DMX com pliant 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...

Page 6: ...3 PIN XLR POWER POWER POWER DMX512 DMX DMX COMMON 1 2 3 Termination reduces signal errors and avoids signal transmission problems and interference It is always advisable to connect a DMX terminal Resistance 120 Ohm 1 4 W between PIN 2 DMX and PIN 3 DMX of the last fixture 1 2 3 1 2 3 DMX DMX COMMON DMX512 OUT 3 PIN XLR Figure 2 Figure 3 1 Ground 1 Ground XLR Male Socket XLR Pin Configuration 3 Hot...

Page 7: ...4 GOBO 0 7 SPOT 8 15 GOBO 1 16 23 GOBO 2 24 31 GOBO 3 32 39 GOBO 4 40 47 GOBO 5 48 55 GOBO 6 56 63 GOBO 7 64 71 GOBO 8 72 79 GOBO 9 80 87 GOBO 10 88 95 BLACK OUT 96 103 GOBO SPOT SHAKE 104 111 GOBO 1 SHAKE 112 119 GOBO 2 SHAKE Channel Value Function 4 GOBO 120 127 GOBO 3 SHAKE 128 135 GOBO 4 SHAKE 136 143 GOBO 5 SHAKE 144 151 GOBO 6 SHAKE 152 159 GOBO 7 SHAKE 160 167 GOBO 8 SHAKE 168 175 GOBO 9 SH...

Page 8: ...e exact same type lamp unless oth erwise 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 Warning If you continue to blow lamps or the breaker STOP using the unit Contact customer support for further instructions you may have to return the unit for servicing Continuing to us...

Page 9: ...ct If any accessories are shipped with the product American DJ shall have no liability whatsoever for loss of or damage to any such accessories nor for the safe return thereof C This warranty is void if the serial number has been altered or removed if the product is modified in any manner which American DJ concludes after inspection affects the reli ability of the product if the product has been r...

Page 10: ...y Cycle None DMX 5 Channels Sound Active Yes Working Position Any Safe Secure Position Warranty 1 Year 365 days Voltage is preset at the factory and is not user selectable Please Note Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior written notice RollerTron 250 Specifications American DJ American DJ World Headquarters 4295 Charter ...

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