Operating Instructions
STAND ALONE:
1. This function allows a single unit to run to the beat of the music.
2. To activate this mode set dip switches #1and #10, on the front of unit to the ON position
(see master fixture on the DIP SWITCH chart on page 3).
3. The optional Vortex/C controller may be used for black out.
MASTER / SLAVE:
1. This function allows you to set up several units to operate without a controller.
2. The units will be sound activated and will run built in programs via an internal mic.
3. To activate this function set one unit, the master unit, dip switches as followed: Set dip
switches #1and #10 to the on position (see the chart on page 3).
4. For additional units (slaves), up to 16 units total, follow the chart on page 3
5. Connect the units together via XLR cables remembering that the Male XLR socket is IN
and the Female XLR socket is OUT.
6. The optional Vortex/C controller may be used for black out.
Note: In sound active mode the units will go in to blackout mode after 7 seconds if no
sound is present, the lamp will shut down 30 seconds later to preserve lamp life.
UNIVERSAL DMX CONTROL:
1. This function allows you to us a standard DMX controller such as the
American DJ
Show
Designer
TM
or the
American DJ
DMX Operator™.
2. The use of a DMX controller will allow you to customize the use of fixtures allowing you
independent control of the colors, and mirror movement.
3. This will allow you to create your own programs or use your fixtures as spot lights.
4. The Vortex
TM
is a two (2) channel DMX fixture; channel one controls the color/gobo wheel
and shutter, channel two controls the mirror movement.
5. When using a DMX controller and setting up for DMX operation follow the dip switch set-
tings on page 3. If starting at a higher DMX channel follow the standard DMX Binary
Code.
6. For help running in DMX operation consult the manual that comes with your DMX
controller.
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: Caution! Never open the unit when in use. Always disconnect
the main power before attempting to replace the lamp. Remember always replace
with the same type lamp and fuse.
Lamp replacement:
Remove the two thumb screws on the cover located on the front
of the fixture. Remove and replace the lamp. Replace the cover.
The
American DJ
Vortex/G™ comes with a 1 year limited warranty. We recommend filling out
the warranty registration card that came with your fixture to validate your warranty. For service
contact
American DJ
.
TM
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American DJ
®
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