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 WiFly EXR HEX5 IP Set Up
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 110-120 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 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. 
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
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.
 Some manufactures use 5-pin DMX-
512 data cables for DATA transmission in place  of  3-pin.  5-pin DMX  
xtures may be implemented in a 3-pin DMX line. When inserting stan-
dard 5-pin data cables 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
Do Not Use
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
 WiFly EXR HEX5 IP Set Up
Power Supply: The ADJ WiFly EXR HEX5 IP contains an automatic 
voltage switch, which will auto sense the voltage when  it is plugged 
into the power source. With this switch there is no need to worry about 
the correct power voltage, this unit can be plugged in anywhere.  
DMX-512: DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal pro-
tocol  used  as  a  form  of  communication  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 trav-
els from fixture to fixture via the DATA “IN” and DATA “OUT” XLR ter-
minals 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 
dierent manufactures to be linked together and operate from a single 
controller,  as  long as  all  xtures  and  the  controller are DMX compli-
ant. To  ensure  proper  DMX  data  transmission,  when  using  several 
DMX  fixtures  try  to  use  the  shortest  cable  path  possible.  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.
DMX Cable Requirements:  The  WiFly  EXR  HEX5  IP  can  be  con-
trolled via DMX-512 protocol. The WiFly EXR HEX5 IP has 5 DMX chan-
nel modes, please see page 15 for the dierent modes. The DMX address 
is set on the back panel of the WiFly EXR HEX5 IP. 
Cable Requirements:  This  xture is designed with special  cables  for 
both DMX and power. These cables are specically designed to maintain 
the integrity of the IP rating. When using this xture outdoors be sure to 
ONLY use the ADJ cables that have been manufactured to meet the IP 
rating.
“First” DMX Cables - Special DMX “First” cables may be purchased 
from ADJ to provide a means of data communication with standard DMX 
xtures for indoor use. These cables will come with the IP rated twist lock 
connector on one end and either a 3-pin XLR male or female connector 
on the other depending on model. Be sure to only use these cables for 
intergrading this xture in a standard DMX chain.
“First” Power Cable – A special power “First” cable is included with 
every xture. This cables is used to provide power to your xture. This 
cable comes with the IP rated twist lock connector on one end and a 
standard Edison 3-prong, grounded prong on the other end. Be sure to 
only use this cable for power distribution and never attempt to connect 
this cable to the DMX lines.
You  can chain multiple  xtures together  through serial linking.  Using 
the  IP  rated  signal  cables  provided through ADJ.  Always  be  sure to 
daisy-chain your in and out data connections, never split or “Y” your 
DMX connections unless you are using an approved DMX splitter such 
as  the  ADJ  WiFly  D6  Branch  or  the  original  D6  Branch  (Both  not  IP 
rated).