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Data Terminator 

A Data Terminator can be connected to the DMX-OUT of the 
last fixture to reduce the effects of signal noise; it is not required 
for all installations. To make a Terminator, connect a 120-ohm 
¼ watt resistor across pin 2, Data Negative (S-) and pin 3, Data 
positive (S+). Whether it is a 5 pin XLR or 3 pin XLR connector 
(shown on right) does not matter, the pin numbers remain the 
same. A qualified technician can determine if a Data Terminator 
is needed. 

 

Adapter

 

5-to-3 pin 

Systems using 5 pin DMX interfaces can be accommodated by purchasing 3-to-5 pin 
adapters or building adapter cables.  Numbers designating each pin can be found on 
connectors.  Converting between the two XLR types is done in a pin-to-pin fashion.   
Connect the shields to pin 1, then connect pin 2 to pin 2 and pin 3 to pin 3, regardless of 
either connector’s gender or pin count.  No connection is made to Pins 4 & 5. 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DMX Start Address 

To place the fixture in DMX mode, press the MODE key, then using the UP/DOWN keys 
get to the Address Menu Option. Press ENTER and using the UP/DOWN buttons, set 
the start address number for this particular unit in the DMX chain. Once selected, press 
ENTER again to save your selection.  More than one fixture may have the same start 
address, but they will behave the same. Giving a unique start address that does not 
overlap with any other units allows you to individually control that fixture’s features fully. 
Never allow channels to overlap.  You will need to select the number of channels you 
wish the fixture to use first.  Your choices are 3, 5, 24 or 27 channel modes.  This will 
determine the spacing of channels you will need to avoid overlapping of channels when 
selecting your start addresses. 

 

Example

 

Select Start Addresses for 4 fixtures each requiring 5 channels of DMX (5 

channel mode).

 

For this example, start with the first unit set to the first possible Start Address = 

1

.  This fixture 

occupies DMX channels 1 thru 5.  The next DMX channel available for a Start Address is found 
by adding the previous fixture’s Start Address to its channel requirement: 1+5=

6

.  To maximize 

channel usage, we will leave no empty channels between fixtures so the second Start Address is 
set to DMX channel 6 and that fixture occupies channels 6 thru 10.  The third fixture will be 
addressed 6+5=

11

 and occupy channels 11 thru 15.  The last fixture is addressed 11+5=

16

 and 

will occupy channels 16 thru 20.  Thus, 4 fixtures using 5 channels each have Start Addresses of 

1, 6, 11

 and 

16

 and the next free channel in the system is 16+5=21.  

5 Pin XLR (Plug)
Pin 1: GND(Sheild)

Pin 2: Signal(-)
Pin 3: )

Pin 4: N/C

Pin 5: N/C

3 XLR 

(S

)

Pin 1: GND(Sheild)

Pin 2: Signal(-)

Pin 3: )

Pin ocket

5 Pin XLR (Socket)
Pin 1: GND(Sheild)

Pin 2: Signal(-)
Pin 3: )

Pin 4: N/C

Pin 5: N/C

3  

XLR 

(Plug)

Pin 1: GND(Sheild)
Pin 2: Signal(-)

Pin 3: )

Pin

Summary of Contents for DL-OBAR830TC

Page 1: ...Information specifically for DL OCTOBAR830TC v1 0 This manual contains important information Please read before operating fixture...

Page 2: ...to and shall not exceed the purchase price paid Returning equipment and Repairs All returns must be accompanied by a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number and sent pre paid Contact the dealer or...

Page 3: ...01 P14 7 Auto Run Operation 8 Slave Operation 8 Sound Active Operation 8 Invert Function 8 DMX Operation 9 DMX 512 Control 9 DMX Data Connection 9 Data Terminator 10 Adapter 5 to 3 pin 10 DMX Start Ad...

Page 4: ...x 7 1 Weight 13 64 lbs 6 2 kgs Housing Material Aluminum and steel Environmental Location Indoor Max ambient temperature 113 F 45 C Min distance to flammable surface 3 3ft 1m Min distance to illuminat...

Page 5: ...urn Merchandise Authorization number RMA clearly listed on the shipping label Items sent by Freight Collect or without a RMA number will be refused Call your sales person and request a RMA prior to sh...

Page 6: ...ket may be used to floor stand this unit or mount on wall Mounting holes are provided on each bracket to help accommodate a clamp Always keep cords out of the way thus preventing any trip hazards Secu...

Page 7: ...fixture you can select one static color or from 13 different program chases Each program is described in the table below To select a program Press the MODE button to select the internal PROGRAM Mode S...

Page 8: ...the MODE button to select the AUTO Mode Press the ENTER button to select the desired frequency of the loops The desired frequency of the loops Frequency FQN 01 99 can be selected using the UP DOWN but...

Page 9: ...Valid Start Addresses range from 1 to 512 Fixtures requiring more than one channel for control will read subsequent channels up to the total number of channels required In 5 channel mode the fixture...

Page 10: ...dress that does not overlap with any other units allows you to individually control that fixture s features fully Never allow channels to overlap You will need to select the number of channels you wis...

Page 11: ...3 Ch 1 2 3 Ch 1 2 3 5 channels Bar completely operates as 1 complete section only with additional Master dimmer strobing and sound control channels Ch 1 2 3 Ch 1 2 3 Ch 1 2 3 Ch 1 2 3 Ch 1 2 3 Ch 1 2...

Page 12: ...CH 26 CH 27 R5 G5 B5 R6 G6 B6 R7 G7 B7 R8 G8 B8 Channel Function 1 Red 0 255 2 Green 0 255 3 Blue 0 255 Channel Function 1 Red 0 255 2 Green 0 255 3 Blue 0 255 4 Master Dimmer 0 255 5 000 000 On No F...

Page 13: ...ster dimmer 72 79 Color 1 Master dimmer 80 87 Color 2 Master dimmer 88 95 Color 3 Master dimmer 96 103 Color 4 Master dimmer 104 111 Color 5 Master dimmer 112 119 Color 6 Master dimmer 120 127 Color 7...

Page 14: ...or effects 4 Clean all optical elements when the fixture is cold Use a soft lint free cotton cloth or tissue and cleaner safe for plastics 5 Inspect clamps and safety cables to ensure fixture is secur...

Page 15: ...all channels are transmitted one after another Even if the data on a specific channel has not been changed it must be sent In a packet a start code of all zeros is sent before the data to identify the...

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