Figure 2
1 Ground
1 Ground
XLR Male Socket
XLR Pin Configuration
3 Hot
2 Cold
2 Cold
3 Hot
XLR Female Socket
Pin 3 = Data True (positive)
Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative)
Pin 1 = Ground
Special Note: Line Termination.
When longer runs of cable are
used, you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic
behavior. A terminator is a 90-120 ohm 1/4 watt resistor which is con-
nected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector (DATA + and
DATA -). This unit is inserted in the female XLR socket of the last unit
in your daisy chain to terminate the line. Using a cable terminator (ADJ
part number Z-DMX/T) will decrease the possibilities of erratic behav-
ior.
DMX512 IN
3-PIN XLR
SOUND
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUT
OUTPUT
SOUND
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUT
OUTPUT
SOUND
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUT
OUTPUT
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 3
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.
Some manufactures use 5-pin XLR
connectors for DATA transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin XLR fixtures
may be implemented in a 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)
Ground/Shield
3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion
Tri Star™
Set Up
Power Supply:
This unit is available only in 120v. Before plugging
your unit in be sure the source voltage in your area matches the
required voltage for your American DJ
®
Tri Star.™
General Operation:
This fixture is designed to operate as a stand
alone, sound-active unit, or in a Master/Slave configuration. It can
also operate via DMX controller. The Tri Star™ is ready to be plugged
in out of the box. After plugging the power supply into a power outlet
the lasers will immediately begin to cycle through the many built in
patterns (provided all dipswitch are in the “OFF” position, and there
is an ample amount of sound to trigger the unit). You can also flip
dipswitch #10 to the “ON” poition to activate the Auto Mode. The unit
comes with several built-in patterns that automatically cycle through
when the unit is operating.
Sensitivity Knob:
A sound sensitivity knob is located at the rear of
the unit. Use this knob to regulate the amount of sound it takes to
trigger the unit. Turning the knob in a clockwise direction will increase
the units sensitivity to sound, turning the knob in a counterclockwise
direction will decrease the units sensitivity. Turning the knob com-
pletely to the counter-clockwise direction will turn off the sound-
active mode.
Tri Star™
Operation
Operating Modes:
Universal DMX Control:
This mode allows you to use a universal
DMX-512 controller such as the American DJ
®
DMX Operator™ or
Show Designer.™
1. To control your fixture in DMX mode, follow the set-up procedures
on pages 6 - 8 as well as the set-up procedures included with
your DMX controller.
2. For longer cable runs (more than a 100 feet) use a terminator on
the last fixture.
3. Assign a DMX address to the unit by following the dipswitch chart
on page 15.
4. The Tri Star™ uses four DMX channels. See pages 13 and 14 for
detailed description of the DMX traits. Use your DMX controller to
activate the various built-in patterns.
5. For help operating in DMX mode consult the manual included
with your DMX controller.
NOTE:
If running in Master/Slave configuration while using a
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