Topaz EX™
Breaker & Lamp Replacement
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Topaz EX™
Operation
Power Supply:
Before plugging your unit in, be sure the source
voltage in your area matches the required voltage for your American
DJ
®
Topaz EX™ before attempting operation.
General Operation:
Just plug this light in, and watch it go. This fix-
ture is designed to operate as a stand alone unit. It has been tested
and the lamp has been installed at the factory there is no assembly
necessary. The Topaz EX™ is ready to be plugged in, out of the box.
There is no power switch, after plugging the unit the unit’s internal
beveled glass gobo will remain static, while the outside multi-color
dish respond to whatever mode you are in. The unit will create multi-
colored patterns that will simulate the rippling effect of water. If there
is no lamp output check the fuse and bulb. If the fuse and bulb are
good, please return the unit for servicing.
Operating Modes:
This unit comes with a 3-way multi-operating switch located on the
rear of the unit. The switch controls three different operating modes;
Static, Sound Active, and Continuous Rotation.
Switch in the "I" position: Mode 1 - In this mode the multi-colored
mirror dish will spin continuously in clockwise direction, regardless of
the presence of sound.
Switch in the “0” position: Mode 2 - In this mode the multi-colored
mirror dish will remain static. In this mode the unit may be used as a
projector.
Switch in the “II” position: Mode 3 - In the this mode the outer multi-
colored mirror dish will react to sound. Please note that tapping on
the unit, or high pitched sounds may not trigger the unit, the unit is
designed to react to low frequencies (bass). Also note that the music
sensitivity is preset at the factory and may not be changed or adjust-
ed.
Focusing:
The unit has a fully focusing lens. The lens is focused by manually
turning the lens in either a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction.
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Caution:
Always replace with the exact same type lamp and fuse,
unless otherwise specified by an authorized American DJ
®
techni-
cian. Replace with anything other than the specified part can damage
your unit and will void your manufactures warranty.
Warning:
If after you have replaced the lamp and/or fush and you
continue to blow either one, STOP using the unit. Contact customer
support for further instructions, you may have to return the unit for
servicing. Continuing to use the unit may cause serious damage.
Fuse Replacement:
Locate and remove the unit’s power cord. Once
the cord has been removed located the fuse holder located inside the
power socket. Insert a flat-head screw driver into the power socket
and gently pry out the fuse holder. Remove the bad fuse and replace
with a new one. The fuse holder has a built-in socket for a spare fuse
be sure not to confuse the spare fuse with active fuse.
Lamp Replacement:
Caution! Never open the unit when in use.
Always disconnect the main power and allow the fixture ample time
to cool before attempting to replace the lamp. Lamp replacement has
been made simple by incorporating a split dome that is retained by
thumb screws.
Again, please remember to always replace with the
exact same type lamp.
1. Be sure to follow the proper procedures when handling halogen
lamps.
Never touch the new lamp with your bare fingers.
2. Unscrew the single thumb screw located on the front right of the
unit.
3. Once the thumb screw has been removed, pull the lamp assem-
bly cover plate to the right to expose the lamp.
4. Slide the lamp out and replace the lamp with an exact match.
5. Reassemble in reverse order.
Halogen Lamp Warning!
This fixture is fitted with
halogen lamps which are highly susceptible to
damage if improperly handled. Never touch the
lamps with your bare fingers as the oil from your
hands will shorten lamp life. Also, never move the
fixture until the lamps have had ample time to cool.
Remember, lamps are not covered under warranty
conditions.
