ADJ Par Z100 3K User manual

User Manual
PAR Z100 3KPAR Z100 3K
Rev 03/2021

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DOCUMENT VERSION
Please check www.adj.com for the latest revision/update of this guide.
Date Document
Version
Software
Version >
DMX
Channel
Mode
Notes
09/27/17 1 1.0 1/2/3 Initial Release
01/02/18 2 1.2 1/2/3/4
Added: RDM Protocol Support, 4CH DMX Mode,
Stage 2 Dimmer Curve, & Default Setting System
Menu
03/24/21 3 NC NC Updated for Primary/Secondary Mode

Par Z100 3K General Information
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Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the Par Z100 3K by ADJ Products, LLC. Every Par Z100 3K
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 be dam-
aged, carefully inspect your xture for any damage and be sure all equipment necessary to operate the
unit has arrived intact. In the event damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact our
toll free customer support number for further instructions. Please do not return this unit to your dealer
without contacting customer support rst.
Introduction: The Par Z100 3K is a DMX intelligent, zooming, LED par xture. The Par Z100 3K oper-
ates as a stand alone xture. This xture is suitable for theaters, studios, retail stores, and other similar
locations. For best results use fog or special eects smoke to enhance the beam projections.
Customer Support: ADJ Products, LLC provides a customer support line, to provide set up help and
to answer any questions that may arise during initial set up or operation. You may also visit us on the
web at www.adj.com for any comments or suggestions. Service Hours are Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pacic Standard Time.
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or re, do not expose this unit to rain or
moisture.
Warning! This device can cause severe eye damage. Avoid looking directly into the light source for
any reason!

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Par Z100 3K Features
• DMX-512 & RDM Protocol Support (4 DMX Channel Modes: 1 Channel, 2 Channels, 3 Channels &
4 Channels)
• 5-Pin XLR In/Out Connections
• Power In/Out Connections
• 6 Dimmer Curve Modes
• Digital Display for Address and Function Setting
• Gamma Correction Adjustment
• Dimming Frequency Adjustment
• Multiple Unit Power Linking (see Multiple Unit Power Linking section of this manual)
Par Z100 3K Warranty Registration
The Par Z100 3K carries a 2 year (730 days) limited warranty. Please fill out the enclosed warranty
card to validate your purchase and warranty. You may also register your product at www.adj.com. All
returned service items, whether under warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and accompanied
by a return authorization (R.A.) number. If the unit is under warranty, you must provide a copy of your
proof of purchase invoice. Please contact ADJ Products, LLC customer support for an R.A. number.
Par Z100 3K General Instructions
To optimize the performance of this product, please read these operating instructions carefully to
familiarize yourself with the basic operations of this unit. These instructions contain important safety
information regarding the use and maintenance of this unit. Please keep this manual with the unit, for
future reference.
Par Z100 3K Handling Precautions
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.
During operation the housing may become extremely hot. Avoid touching the unit with bare hands
while in use.
ADJ Products, LLC will not accept any liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-obser-
vance of this manual or any unauthorized modifications to this unit.

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Par Z100 3K Safety Precautions
For Your Own Personal Safety, Please Read and Understand This Manual Completely Before
You Attempt To Install Or Operate This Unit!
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock or re, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
• Do not spill water or other liquids into or on to your unit.
• Be sure that the power outlet being used matches the required voltage for your unit.
• Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord is 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 re in case 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.
• 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.
• This unit is intended for indoor use only. Use of this product outdoors voids all warranties.
• 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 for cleaning details.
• Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
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 appliance.
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in perfor-
mance.

Par Z100 3K DMX Set Up
Power Supply: The ADJ Par Z100 3K contains an automatic voltage switch, which will automati-
cally 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, and this unit can be plugged in anywhere.
DMX-512: DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal protocol that is 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 travels from fixture
to fixture via the DATA “IN” and DATA “OUT” XLR terminals located on all DMX fixtures (most control-
lers 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 cable path possible
when linking 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 and Primary/Secondary Operation): The Par
Z100 3K can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The device has 4 DMX channel modes; please see
the Channel Mode sections of this manual for the different modes. The DMX address can be con-
figured using the control panel on the rear of the unit. Your unit and your DMX controller require an
approved DMX-512 110 Ohm Data cable for data input and data output (Figure 1). 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 professional sound and lighting stores).
Your cables should be made with a male XLR connector on one end of the cable and a female XLR
connector at the other. Also remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained and cannot be split.
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Par Z100 3K DMX Set Up
Notice: Be sure to follow figures two and three when making your own cables. Do not use the ground
lug on the XLR connector. Do not connect the cable’s shield conductor to the ground lug or allow the
shield conductor to come into contact with the XLR cable’s outer casing. Grounding the shield could
cause a short circuit and result in erratic behavior.
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 chances of erratic behavior.
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors. Some manufacturers use 5-pin DMX-512 data cables for DATA trans-
mission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin DMX fixtures may be implemented in a 3-pin DMX line. When insert-
ing standard 5-pin data cables into a 3-pin line, a cable adaptor must be used. These adaptors are
readily available at most electronics stores. The chart below details a proper cable conversion.

Par Z100 3K System Menu
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System Menu: When making adjustments, press ENTER to confirm your setup then press and
hold the MENU button for at least 3 seconds. To exit without making any adjustments, press
the MENU button. After 30 seconds of inactivity, the screen will lock; to unlock the screen,
press the MENU button for 3 seconds.
Addr - DMX Address Setting.
1. Press either the MENU, UP, or DOWN buttons until “Addr” is displayed, then press ENTER.
2. The current address will now be flash in the display screen. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to
find your desired address. Press ENTER to set your desired DMX address.
ChNd - This will select your desired DMX channel.
1. Press either the MENU, UP, or DOWN buttons until “ChNd” is displayed, and press ENTER. The
current DMX channel mode will be displayed.
2. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to find your desired DMX channel mode and press ENTER to
confim and exit.
dNSt - This mode defines how the device will behave in the event that DMX communication
is lost or interrupted. It also defines the operating mode that the device will start up in when
power is applied.
1. Press either the MENU, UP, or DOWN buttons until “dNSt” is displayed. Either “BLND” or
“HOLD” will be displayed beneath.
2. Press ENTER and the bottom row of text will begin to flash. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to
choose an operating mode you would like the unit to default to when power is applied or the
DMX signal is lost.
• BLND (Blackout) - If the DMX signal is lost or interrupted, the unit will automatically go into
stand by mode.
• HOLD - If the DMX signal is lost the fixture will stay in the last DMX setting. If power is
applied and this mode is set, the unit will automatically go into the last DMX set up.
3. Press ENTER to confirm your desired set up.
dINd - This will let your select your desired dimmer curve.
1. Press either the MENU, UP, or DOWN buttons until “dINd” is displayed, and press ENTER. 1 of 6
dimmer curves will be displayed. See the Dimmer Curve Chart section of this manual for details.
• “STDA” (standard)
• “STG1” (Stage 1)
• “TV” (TV)
• “ARAL” (Architectural)
• “THAL” (Theatre)
• “STG2” (Stage 2)
2. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to find your desired dimmer curve, then press ENTER to confim
and exit.
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FReq - With this function you can adjust the dimming frequency.
1. Press either the MENU, UP, or DOWN buttons until “FReq” is displayed, and press ENTER.
2. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to adjust the dimming frequency between 900hz, 1000hz, 1100hz,
1200hz, 1300hz, 1400hz, 1500hz, 2500hz, 4000hz, 5000hz, 10000hz, 15000hz, 20000hz, or
250000hz.
3. Once you have found your desired dimming frequency press ENTER to confirm.
gANN - In this menu you are able to make gamma corrections.
1. Press either the MENU, UP, or DOWN buttons until “gANN” displayed, then press ENTER.
2. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to select gamma corrections.
3. Once you have found your desired gamma correction value, press ENTER to confirm.
dISP - This function will invert the display 180 degrees.
1. Press either the MENU, UP, or DOWN buttons until “dISP” is displayed, and press ENTER.
2. Press the UP button to select “DSIP” to “flip” the display, or “DISP” to revert the display to nor-
mal. Press ENTER to confirm.
NAnd - This function will allow you to manually adjust the brightness, fine dimming, and strob-
ing. Please note that fine dimming and strobing are used only with 3-channel mode.
1. Press either the MENU, UP, or DOWN buttons until “NAnd” is displayed, then press ENTER.
2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to scroll through the settings, and press ENTER when you have
found your desired function for adjustment.
3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust the values. Once you have made your adjustments,
press ENTER to set them. Press the MENU button to exit.
teSt - This function will run a self test program.
1. Press either the MENU, UP, or DOWN buttons until “teSt” is displayed, then press ENTER.
2. The fixture will now run a self test. Press the MENU button to exit and quit the self test.
tENP - With this function you can check the temperature of the fixture.
1. Press either the MENU, UP, or DOWN buttons until “tENP” is displayed, then press ENTER.
2. The fixture temperature will now be displayed. Press MENU to exit.
FhrS - With this function you can display the running time of the unit.
1. Press either the MENU, UP, or DOWN buttons until “FhrS” is displayed, then press ENTER.
2. The running time of the fixture will now be displayed. Press MENU to exit.
ver - Use this function to display the software version of the unit.
1. Press either the MENU, UP, or DOWN buttons until “ver” is displayed, then press ENTER.
2. The display will now show the software version.
dFSE - Use this function to reset to default settings.
1. Press either the MENU, UP, or DOWN buttons until “dFSE” is displayed, then press ENTER.
2. The display will show “on” or “oFF”. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll, and press ENTER
to make a selection. “On” will default to factory settings. Press the MENU button to exit without
change.
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