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OPERATION
The Double Helix can operate in three different modes. In each mode you can run the fixture as a standalone fixture or in a
master/slave configuration. This next section will detail the differences in the operating modes.
Universal DMX Control:
This function allows you to use a universal DMX-512 controller to control the chases and patterns, dimmer and strobe. A DMX
controller allows you to create unique programs tailored to your individual needs.
1. The Double Helix has 6 DMX Channel modes; 2 Channels, 9 Channels, 11 Channels, 12 Channels 16 Channels or 18
Channels.
2. Use the controller’s faders to control the various DMX fixture traits. This will allow you to create your own programs.
3. For longer cable runs (more than a 100 feet) use a terminator on the last fixture.
4. For help operating in DMX mode consult the manual included with your DMX controller.
Sound Active Mode:
This mode allows either single unit or several units linked together, to run to the beat of the music.
1. Press the MENU button until “SOUN” is displayed, and press ENTER.
2. Press the UP or DOWN button so that “ON” is displayed. The unit will now run to the beat of the music.
3. The sound sensitivity can be adjusted by pressing the MENU button until “SENS” is displayed, and then press ENTER. Use
the UP or DOWN buttons to adjust the sound sensitivity, 1 being the least sensitive, and 100 being the most sensitive.
Show Mode:
In this mode you can choose 1 of 3 show modes to run.
1. Press the MENU button until “SHND” is displayed, and press ENTER.
2. Press the UP or DOWN buttons until you find your desired show, and press ENTER then press and hold MENU for 3 seconds
to confirm.
MASTER/SLAVE OPERATION
This function will allow you to link up to 16 units together and operate without a controller. In a Master-Slave set up one unit will
act as the controlling unit and the others will react to the controlling unit’s programs. Any unit can act as a Master or as a Slave.
1. Using approved DMX data cables, daisy chain your units together via the XLR connector on the rear of the units. Remember
the Male XLR connector is the input and the Female XLR connector is the output. The first unit in the chain (master) will use the
female XLR connector only - The last unit in the chain will use the male XLR connector only. For longer cable runs we suggest a
terminator at the last fixture.
2. For the Master unit press the MENU button until “SLND” is displayed, and press ENTER. Set the unit to “MAST” and press
ENTER.
3. Next set the Master to your desired operating mode.
4. For the slave units press the MENU button until “SLND” is displayed, and Press ENTER. Set the slave units to either “SL 1”
or “SL 2”. 5. The slave units will now follow the Master unit.
POWER CORD DAISY CHAIN
With this feature you can connect the fixtures to one another using the IEC input and output sockets. The quantity that can be
connected is 8 fixtures maximum for 240V. After the maximum fixtures has been reached you will need to use a new power
outlet. They must be the same fixtures. DO NOT mix fixtures.
IR REMOTE
The IR infrared remote gives you control of various functions. To control the fixture, you must aim
the remote at the front of the fixture and be no more then 30 feet away.
Black out
- Pressing this button will blackout the fixture.
Manual –
Auto play
.
FADE/GOBO
- This button is invalid for this fixture
.
“” and “DIMMER -”
- These buttons are used to adjust the output intensity
.
STROBE
- Press and hold this button for random strobing. Press the button to activate sound
active strobing.
SOUND ON & OFF
- These buttons activate and deactivate the sound active mode.
SHOW
- This activates the show mode. Press the Show button to activate random show mode, or
use buttons 1-2 to select a preset show.
