ADJ 15 HEX BAR IP User manual

15 HEX BAR IP
User Manual

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Date Document
Version
Software
Version DMX Channels Notes
06/10/2019 1 1.02 6/9/12/14/17/30/33/38
/41/60 Initial release
09/16/2020 2 1.03 No Change Updated primary/secondary
02/19/2021 3 1.05 No Change Updated system menu and color
macro chart
06/24/2021 4 N/C No Change Approved/rating updated
12/27/2021 5 1.07 No Change Updated system menu
DOCUMENT VERSION
Due to additional product features and/or enhancements, an updated version of
this document may be available online.
Please check www.adj.com for the latest revision/update of this manual
before beginning installation and/or programming.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 4
Features | Warranty Registration 5
Safety Precautions 6
IP65 Notice 8
Overview 9
Installation 10
Manual Tilt Adjustment | Connections 12
DMX Set Up 13
System Menu 14
DMX Addressing 18
DMX Traits 19
Color Macro Chart 24
Pixel Zones | Dimmer Curves Chart 26
Primary-Secondary Conguration 27
Glare Shield Installation | Filter Installation 28
Dimensional Drawing 29
Multi Unit Power Linking | Trouble Shooting | Cleaning 30
Limited Warranty (USA Only) 31
Specications 32

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Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the 15 Hex Bar IP by ADJ Products, LLC. Every unit has been
thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condition. Carefully check the shipping
carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If the carton appears to have been dam-
aged, carefully inspect your xture for any damage and be sure all accessories necessary to operate
the unit have arrived intact. In the event that damage has been found or parts are missing, please
contact our toll free customer support number for further instructions. Do not return this unit to your
dealer without rst contacting customer support.
Introduction: The 15 Hex Bar IP is a DMX intelligent, IP rated LED wash xture. This xture can be
used in a stand alone mode or connected in a Primary/Secondary conguration. This product is
intended to be used by professionally trained personnel only and is not suitable for private use.
Customer Support: Contact ADJ Service for any product related service and support needs. Also
visit forums.adj.com with questions, comments or suggestions.
Parts: To purchase parts online visit http://parts.adj.com
ADJ SERVICE USA - Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm PST
Voice: 800-322-6337 | Fax: [phone] | [email protected]
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Voice: [phone] | Fax: [phone] | [email protected]
ADJ PRODUCTS LLC USA
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Junostraat 2 6468 EW Kerkrade, The Netherlands
[phone] | Fax [phone]
www.adj.eu | [email protected]
ADJ PRODUCTS GROUP Mexico
AV Santa Ana 30 Parque Industrial Lerma, Lerma, Mexico 52000
[phone]
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs yourself, as
doing so will void your manufacturer’s warranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service,
please contact ADJ Products, LLC.
PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.
INTRODUCTION

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• Multi-Colors
• Five Operating Modes
• Electronic Dimming 0-100%
• DMX-512 protocol
• IP65 Locking 5-Pin XLR Connections In/Out
• 10 DMX Channel Modes: 6 / 9 / 12 / 14 / 17 / 30 / 33 / 38 / 41 / 60
• Multiple Unit Power Linking (see Multiple Unit Power Linking section of this manual)
INCLUDED:
• 1 x IP65 Locking Power Cable
• 1 x Removable Frost/Diffuser Filter 1 x Removable Glare Shield
• 2 x Omega Brackets
FEATURES
The 15 Hex Bar IP carries a 2 year limited warranty. Please fill out the enclosed warranty card to
validate your purchase. All returned service items, whether under warranty or not, must be freight
pre-paid and accompanied by a return authorization (R.A.) number. The R.A. number must be clearly
written on the outside of the return package. A brief description of the problem, as well as the R.A.
number, must also be written down on a piece of paper included in the shipping carton. If the unit is
under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice. You may obtain an R.A.
number by contacting our customer support team on our customer support number. All packages
returned to the service department not displaying an R.A. number on the outside of the package will
be returned to the shipper.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION

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• Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord has been frayed or broken.
• Do not attempt to remove or break off the ground prong from the electrical cord. This prong is
used to reduce the risk of electrical shock and fire in the event of an internal short.
• Disconnect from main power before making any type of connection.
• Do not remove the cover for any reason. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
• Never operate this unit with the cover removed.
• Never plug this unit in to a dimmer pack
• Always be sure to mount this unit in an area that will allow proper ventilation. Allow about 6”
(15cm) between this device and a wall.
• Do not attempt to operate this unit if it has been damaged in any way.
• During long periods of non-use, disconnect the unit’s main power.
• Always mount this unit in safe and stable matter.
• Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the point at which they exit
from the unit.
• Cleaning - The fixture should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. See the
Cleaning section of this manual details.
• Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat regis-
ters, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• The fixture should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen onto, or liquid has been spilled into, the fixture.
C. The fixture does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
D. The fixture has fallen and/or been subjected to extreme handling.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
RISK GROUP 3 - RISK OF EXPOSURE TO ULTRAVIOLET (UV) RADIATION!
FIXTURE EMITS HIGH INTENSITY ULTRAVIOLET (UV) LIGHT.
WEAR PROPER EYE AND SKIN PROTECTION.
AVOID PROLONGED PERIODS OF EXPOSURE.
AVOID WEARING WHITE COLOR CLOTHING AND/OR USING (UV) PAINTS ON SKIN.
AVOID DIRECT EYE AND/OR SKIN EXPOSURE AT DISTANCES SHORTER THAN 11 feet (3.3m).
DO NOT OPERATE FIXTURE WITH DAMAGED OR MISSING EXTERNAL COVER PROTECTIVE
LENS.
DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE (UV) LIGHT AND/OR VIEW (UV) LIGHT DIRECTLY WITH
OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS THAT MAY CONCENTRATE THE LIGHT/RADIATION OUTPUT.
INDIVIDUALS SUFFERING FROM A RANGE OF EYE CONDITIONS, SUNLIGHT EXPOSURE
DISORDERS, OR INDIVIDUALS USING PHOTOSENSITIVE MEDICATION MAY EXPERIENCE
DISCOMFORT IF EXPOSED TO THE ULTRAVIOLET (UV) LIGHT EMITTED FROM THIS FIXTURE.

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IP65 NOTICE
IP65 RATED
An IP rated lighting fixture is commonly installed in outdoor environments and has been designed
with an enclosure that effectively protects the ingress (entry) of external foreign objects such as dust
and water. The Ingress Protection (IP) rating system is commonly expressed as “IP” followed by two
numbers (i.e. IP65) where the numbers define the degree of protection. The first digit (Foreign Bodies
Protection) indicates the extent of protection against particles entering the fixture and the second
digit (Water Protection) indicates the extent of protection against water entering the fixture. An IP65
rated lighting fixture, such as this one, has been designed and tested to protect against the
ingress of dust (6) and low-pressure water jets from any direction (5).
MARINE/COASTAL ENVIRONMENT INSTALLATIONS
NOT suitable for marine and/or coastal environment installations. Installing this fix-
ture in a marine and/or coastal environment may cause corrosion and/or excessive
wear to the interior and/or exterior components of the fixture. Damages and/or per-
formance issues resulting from installation in a marine and/or coastal environment
will void the manufacturer’s warranty and will NOT be subject to any warranty claims
and/or repairs.

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OVERVIEW

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INSTALLATION
Always ensure that the unit is firmly fixed to avoid vibration and slipping while operating. Always
ensure that the structure to which you are attaching the unit is secure and is able to support at least
10 times the unit’s weight. ALWAYS use safety cables that can hold at least 12 times the unit’s
weight when installing the fixture.
This equipment must be installed by a professional, and it must be installed in a place where it is out
of the reach of people’s grasp. Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, including calculat-
ing working load limits, knowledge of installation material being used, and perodic safety inspection
of all installation material and the unit itself. If you lack these qualifications, do not attempt the instal-
lation yourself. The installation should be checked by a skilled person once a year.
Ensure ALL connections and end caps are properly sealed with a non-conductive dielectric
grease (available at most electrical suppliers) to prevent water ingress/condensation and/or
corrosion.
The 15 Hex Bar IP is fully operational in three different mounting positions: hanging upside-down,
mounted sideways on trussing, or set on a flat level surface. Be sure this fixture is kept at least 12m
(40ft) away from any flammable materials (decoration etc.). ALWAYS use and install a properly rated
safety cable as a safety measure to prevent accidental damage and/or injury in the event the clamp
fails.
Screw one clamp via a M12 screw and nut into the Omega holder. Insert the quick-lock fasteners of
the Omega holder into the matching holes of the adjustable mounting bracket. Tighten the quick-
lock fasteners fully clockwise. Pull the safety-cable through the attachment openings and over the
trussing system or a safe fixation spot. Insert the end in the carabine and tighten the safety screw.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ILLUSTRATIONS ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE.

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INSTALLATION
NOTE: Safety cable attachment points are located at both ends. Its recommended to use
safety cables on both ends.
ALWAYS ATTACH A SAFETY CABLE WHENEVER INSTALLING
THIS DEVICE IN A SUSPENEDED ENVIRONMENT IN ORDER TO
ENSURE THE FIXTURE WILL NOT FALL IF THE CLAMP FAILS.

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The bar angle is adjustable manually using the brackets located on each side of the unit. Simply
loosen the tilt adjustment knobs attached to each mounting bracket and adjust the bracket accord-
ingly. After making your desired set up, securely tighten the tilt adjustment knobs. The image below
illustrates a 90-degree configuration.
MANUAL TILT ADJUSTMENT
ENSURE ALL CONNECTIONS AND END CAPS ARE PROPERLY SEALED WITH A DIELECTRIC
GREASE (AVAILABLE AT MOST ELECTRICAL SUPPLIERS) TO PREVENT WATER CORROSION
AND/OR ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT.
TO MAINTAIN IP65 RATING INTEGRITY AND PREVENT WATER FROM ENTERING THE
FIXTURE, ALL CONNECTION RUBBER CAPS MUST BE SEALED WHEN NOT IN USE.
CONNECTIONS

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DMX SET UP
DMX-512: DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal protocol used as a form of commu-
nication between intelligent fixtures and controllers. A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions
from the controller to the fixture. DMX data is sent as serial data that travels from fixture to fixture
via the DATA “IN” and DATA “OUT” XLR terminals located on all DMX fixtures (most controllers only
have a DATA “OUT” terminal).
DMX Linking: DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of different manufacturers to be
linked together and operate from a single controller, as long as all fixtures and the controller are DMX
compliant. To ensure proper DMX data transmission, try to use the shortest path possible when link-
ing several DMX fixtures. The order in which fixtures are connected in a DMX line does not influence
the DMX addressing. For example, a fixture assigned a DMX address of 1 may be placed anywhere
in a DMX line: at the beginning, at the end, or anywhere in the middle. When a fixture is assigned a
DMX address of 1, the DMX controller knows to send DATA assigned to address 1 to that unit, no
matter where it is located in the DMX chain.
Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX Operation): The 15 Hex Bar IP can be con-
trolled via DMX-512 protocol. The 15 Hex Bar IP has 10 DMX channel modes. The DMX address
is set on the back panel of the 15 Hex Bar IP. Your unit and your DMX controller require a standard
5-pin XLR connector for data input and data output. We recommend Accu-Cable DMX cables. If you
are making your own cables, be sure to use standard 110-120 Ohm shielded cable (This cable may
be purchased at almost all pro lighting stores). Your cables should be made with a male XLR con-
nector at one end and a female XLR connector on the other. Also remember that DMX cable must be
daisy chained and cannot be split.
Special Note: Line Termination. When longer runs of cable are used, you may need to use a ter-
minator on the last unit to avoid erratic behavior. A terminator is a 110-120 ohm 1/4 watt resistor
which is connected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector (DATA + and DATA -). This unit is
inserted in the female XLR connector 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 behavior.

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SYSTEM MENU
The fixture includes an easy to navigate system menu control panel display where all necessary
settings and adjustments are made. During normal operation, pressing the MENU button once will
access the fixture’s main menu. Once in the main menu, you can navigate through the different
functions and access the sub-menus with the UP and DOWN buttons. When you reach a field that
requires adjusting, press the ENTER button to access that field and use the UP and DOWN buttons
to adjust the field. Pressing the ENTER button once more will confirm your setting. You may exit the
main menu at any time without making any adjustments by pressing the MENU button.

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SYSTEM MENU
DMX SET
Address 001 - 512 Set DMX address
Ch. Mode
6ch
Set DMX mode
9ch
12ch
14ch
17ch
30ch
33ch
38ch
41ch
60ch
No DMX
Hold
Hold last channel
values received
before DMX signal
was lost
Blackout
Take all channels
to 0 when DMX
signal is lost
Int. Prog.
Run last set inter-
nal program when
DMX signal is lost
PERSONALITY
Primary On / O
Secondary On / O
Pixel Flip O (1-15)
On (15-1)
Fan Set
Auto
High
Silent
Dim Mode
Standard
Stage
TV
Archi.
Theatre
Stage 2
Dim Speed 0.1 sec - 10 sec
LED Rfrsh 900~1500 Hz, 6000 Hz, 25000 Hz Default = 1200
Hz
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SYSTEM MENU
PERSONALITY
(continued)
Gamma
1.0
2.0
2.2
2.4
2.6
2.8
Display
Save Dlay 1 - 10
Lock O, 1min - 10min
Time interval of
inactivity before
screen locks
Service Passcode = 011
Calibrat
Red 000 - 255
Green 000 - 255
Blue 000 - 255
White 000 - 255
Amber 000 - 255
UV 000 - 255
S. Update Yes / No
Restore Yes / No Reset to factory
default settings
MANUAL
Red 000 - 255
Note: Color mac-
ros take priority
over manual color
settings
Blue 000 - 255
Green 000 - 255
White 000 - 255
Amber 000 - 255
UV 000 - 255
Strobe 000 - 255
Mastr Dim 000 - 255
Clr Macro 00 - 63
Clr Temp 000 - 255
INT PROGS
Prog 0
Speed 000 - 255
Fade 000 - 255
Sound On / O 000 - 255
Prog 1
Speed 000 - 255
Fade 000 - 255
Sound On / O 000 - 255
... ... ... ...
Prog 13
Sped 000 - 255
Fade 000 - 255
Sound On / O 000 - 255
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SYSTEM MENU
INFO
Hours
Pwr On Hr 1 xxxxxx Hours
Total hours xture
has been pow-
ered on. Non
resettable
Pwr On Hr 2 xxxxxx Hours
Hours xture has
been powered on
since last reset
Pwr On Rst Passcode = 050
Allows Pwr On Hr
2 to be reset to
zero
Temp
xxx° F / C Select units
Max Temp 1 xxx F / xxx C
Current max tem-
perature since last
reset
Max Temp 2 xxx F / xxx C
All time max tem-
perature, cannot
be reset
Temp Rst Yes / No Passcode = 050 Reset Max Temp
2 to zero
Humidity
Head Humd xxx % Humidity in the
head
Base Humd xxx % Humidity in the
base
Fan Info Fan 1 RPM xxxx
Fan 2 RPM xxxx
DMX Value
Red
Green
...
Gamma
Soft Vers x.xx Current software
version

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DMX ADDRESSING
All fixtures should be given a DMX starting address when using a DMX controller, so the correct fix-
ture responds to the correct control signal. This digital starting address is the channel number from
which the fixture starts to “listen” to the digital control signal sent out from the DMX controller. The
assignment of this starting DMX address is achieved by setting the correct DMX address on the digi-
tal control display on the fixture.
You can set the same starting address for all fixtures or a group of fixtures, or set different address-
es for each individual fixture. Setting all fixtures to the same DMX address will cause all fixtures to
react in the same way; in other words, changing the settings of one channel will affect all the fixtures
simultaneously.
If you set each fixture to a different DMX address, each unit will start to “listen” to the channel num-
ber you have set, based on the quantity of DMX channels of each fixture. That means changing the
settings of one channel will only affect the selected fixture.
For instance, when operating this device in 6 channel mode, you should set the starting DMX
address of the first unit to 1, the second unit to 7 (1 + 6), the third unit to 13 (1 + 6 + 6), and so on.
See the chart below for more details.
CHANNEL MODE UNIT 1
ADDRESS
UNIT 2
ADDRESS
UNIT 3
ADDRESS
UNIT 4
ADDRESS
6 Channels 1 7 13 19
9 Channels 1 10 19 28
12 Channels 1 13 25 37
14 Channels 1 15 29 43
17 Channels 1 18 35 52
30 Channels 1 31 61 91
33 Channels 1 34 67 100
38 Channels 1 39 77 115
41 Channels 1 42 83 124
60 Channels 1 61 121 181

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DMX TRAITS
CHANNEL DMX
VALUES FUNCTION
6CH 9CH 12CH 14CH 17CH 30CH 33CH 38CH 41CH 60CH
1 1 1 1 1 000 - 255 All Red, 0% to 100%
2 000 - 255 All Red Fine
2 2 3 2 2 000 - 255 All Green, 0 % to 100%
4 000 - 255 All Green Fine
3 3 5 3 3 000 - 255 All Blue, 0% to 100%
6 000 - 255 All Blue Fine
4 4 7 4 4 000 - 255 All White, 0% to 100%
8 000 - 255 All White Fine
5 5 9 5 5 000 - 255 All Amber, 0% to 100%
10 000 - 255 All Amber Fine
6 6 11 6 6 000 - 255 All UV, 0% to 100%
12 000 - 255 All UV Fine
1 1 1 1 1 000 - 255 Red 1, 0% to 100%
2 000 - 255 Red 1 Fine
2 2 2 2 3 000 - 255 Green 1, 0% to 100%
4 000 - 255 Green 1 Fine
3 3 3 3 5 000 - 255 Blue 1, 0% to 100%
6 000 - 255 Blue 1 Fine
4 4 4 4 7 000 - 255 White 1, 0% to 100%
8 000 - 255 White 1 Fine
5 5 5 5 9 000 - 255 Amber 1, 0% to 100%
10 000 - 255 Amber 1 Fine
6 6 6 6 11 000 - 255 UV 1, 0% to 100%
12 000 - 255 UV 1 Fine
7 7 7 7 13 000 - 255 Red 2, 0% to 100%
14 000 - 255 Red 2 Fine
8 8 8 8 15 000 - 255 Green 2, 0% to 100%
16 000 - 255 Green 2 Fine
9 9 9 9 17 000 - 255 Blue 2, 0% to 100%
18 000 - 255 Blue 2 Fine
10 10 10 10 19 000 - 255 White 2, 0% to 100%
20 000 - 255 White 2 Fine
11 11 11 11 21 000 - 255 Amber 2, 0% to 100%
22 000 - 255 Amber 2 Fine
12 12 12 12 23 000 - 255 UV 2, 0% to 100%
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CHANNEL DMX
VALUES FUNCTION
6CH 9CH 12CH 14CH 17CH 30CH 33CH 38CH 41CH 60CH
24 000 - 255 UV 2 Fine
13 13 13 13 25 000 - 255 Red 3, 0% to 100%
26 000 - 255 Red 3 Fine
14 14 14 14 27 000 - 255 Green 3, 0% to 100%
28 000 - 255 Green 3 Fine
15 15 15 15 29 000 - 255 Blue 3, 0% to 100%
30 000 - 255 Blue 3 Fine
16 16 16 16 31 000 - 255 White 3, 0% to 100%
32 000 - 255 White 3 Fine
17 17 17 17 33 000 - 255 Amber 3, 0% to 100%
34 000 - 255 Amber 3 Fine
18 18 18 18 35 000 - 255 UV 3, 0% to 100%
36 000 - 255 UV 3 Fine
19 19 19 19 37 000 - 255 Red 4, 0% to 100%
38 000 - 255 Red 4 Fine
20 20 20 20 39 000 - 255 Green 4, 0% to 100%
40 000 - 255 Green 4 Fine
21 21 21 21 41 000 - 255 Blue 4, 0% to 100%
42 000 - 255 Blue 4 Fine
22 22 22 22 43 000 - 255 White 4, 0% to 100%
44 000 - 255 White 4 Fine
23 23 23 23 45 000 - 255 Amber 4, 0% to 100%
46 000 - 255 Amber 4 Fine
24 24 24 24 47 000 - 255 UV 4, 0% to 100%
48 000 - 255 UV 4 Fine
25 25 25 25 49 000 - 255 Red 5, 0% to 100%
50 000 - 255 Red 5 Fine
26 26 26 26 51 000 - 255 Green 5, 0% to 100%
52 000 - 255 Green 5 Fine
27 27 27 27 53 000 - 255 Blue 5, 0% to 100%
54 000 - 255 Blue 5 Fine
28 28 28 28 55 000 - 255 White 5, 0% to 100%
56 000 - 255 White 5 Fine
29 29 29 29 57 000 - 255 Amber 5, 0% to 100%
58 000 - 255 Amber 5 Fine
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DMX TRAITS