ADJ DMX Operator User manual

User Instructions
DMX OPERATOR
DMX-512 MIDI
CAPABLE

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DMX Operator Table of Contents
Introduction
Features / Warranty Registration
Safety Precautions
Controls and Functions
Rear Connections
DMX Addressing
Programming Scenes
Editing Scenes
Programming Chases / Editing Chases
Playback Scenes & Chases
USB Backup / Upload / Firmware
MIDI Operation
Dimensional Drawing
Trouble Shooting
Warranty
Technical Specications
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DMX Operator Introduction
Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the DMX Operator by ADJ Products, LLC. Every DMX Operator
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
damaged, carefully inspect your xture for any damage and be sure all accessories necessary to
operate the unit has arrived intact. In the case 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 ADJ DMX Operator has 12 individual fixture buttons which allow you to control up
to 12 separate intelligent lighting fixtures with up to 16 DMX channels each. With ADJ’s DMX Operator
Controller, you can record up to 6 chanses with separate fade times and step speeds. The 8 individual
channel faders provide you with easy controllability of any DMX fixture. To optimize the performance
of this product, please read these operating instructions carefully to familiarize yourself with the basic
operations of this controller. Please keep this manual with the unit, for future reference.
Customer Support: ADJ provides a customer support line, to provide set up help and to answer any
question should you encounter problems during your set up or initial 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: [e-mail]
Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or re, do not expose this unit to rain or
moisture.
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs yourself,
doing so will void your manufactures warranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service
please contact ADJ Products, LLC.
PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.

DMX Operator Features
• Control up to 192 DMX Channels
• Control up to 12 Separate DMX intelligent lights with up to 16 DMX channels per fixture
• Record up to 6 chases with separate fade times and step speeds
• 8 individual faders
• MIDI controllable
• 3-Pin DMX Connection
• Built-In Microphone
DMX Operator Warranty Registration
The DMX Operator 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 accompany 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 a R.A. number by contacting
our customer support team on our customer support number. All packages returned to the service
department not displaying a R.A. number on the outside of the package will be returned to the shipper.
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DMX Operator Safety Precautions
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock or re, do not expose this unit rain or moisture
• Do not spill water or other liquids into or on to your unit.
• Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power supply has been frayed or broken.
• Never operate this unit when it’s cover is 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 controller, if it becomes damaged.
• 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 they exit from the unit.
• Heat -The controller should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• The controller should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the controller.
C. The controller has been exposed to rain or water.
D. The controller does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
E. The controller has fallen and/or subjected to extreme handling.

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DMX Operator Controls and Functions
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DMX Operator Controls and Functions
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1. FIXTURE BUTTONS - Used to Select any or all of 12 fixtures. This is what selects which
DMX channels go to the fixtures.
See addressing of fixtures on page 9 for more information
2. SCENE BUTTONS - Used to store Scenes in program mode or playback your scenes in
playback mode
3. LCD DISPLAY - Displays values and settings depending on the chosen function.
4. BANK BUTTONS ( OR )- Selects which Bank you want to use. (there are 30 selectable
banks total.)
5. CHASE - Used to select chases (1-6).
6. PROGRAM - Used to activate program mode. Display blinks when activated.
7. MIDI / REC - Used to control MIDI operation or to Record each step for Scene and
Chases.
8. AUTO/DEL- Select AUTO speed in chase mode or Deletes Scenes and or chases.
9. AUDIO / BANK COPY- Used to trigger sound activation in Chase mode or to copy a bank
of scenes from one to another in Program Mode.
10. BLACKOUT - Disables or enables all channel outputs.
11. TAP SYNC / DISPLAY - In Auto Chase mode used to change rate of chase. Also used to
change LCD Display in Manual Chase.
12. FADE TIME SLIDER - Used to adjust the FADE TIME. Fade Time is the amount of time it
takes the DMX Operator to completely change from one scene to another.
For example; if the fade time slider is set to 0 (zero) a scene change will be instant. If the
slider is set to ‘30s’ it will take the DMX Operator 30 seconds to complete the change
from one scene to the next.
13. SPEED SLIDER - Used to adjust the rate of chase speed in Auto Mode.
14. PAGE SELECT - Used to switch between PAGE A (1-8) & PAGE B (9-16) channel banks.
15. FADERS (1-8) - Used to adjust the channel/values from 0% to 100%.

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PUSH
DMX Operator Rear Connections
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16. MIDI IN - Receives MIDI data.
17. DMX OUT - Used to send DMX signal to fixtures or Packs.
18. USB INTERFACE - This USB INTERFACE has 3 uses:
• Connect a USB LED lamp, with MAX output current of 500mA (Light Not Included).
• Connect a USB stick (not included) and backup all controller settings
(chases/scenes/other settings). You are able to backup 12 files (fixtures 1-12).
Please see page 16 for backup instructions.
• Contact a USB stick (not included) to upload new controller firmware.
NOTE: Please contact ADJ customer support for more details.
19. DC INPUT - Accepts a DC 9~12V, 300 mA minimum, power supply.

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DMX Operator DMX Addressing
ADDRESSING FIXTURES
In order to have individual control of each fixture with the DMX Operator, the fixture address-
es should be addressed as follows.
Fixture Button # 1 starts at 1
Fixture Button # 2 starts at 17
Fixture Button # 3 starts at 33
Fixture Button # 4 starts at 49
Fixture Button # 5 starts at 65
Fixture Button # 6 starts at 81
Fixture Button # 7 starts at 97
Fixture Button # 8 starts at 113
Fixture Button # 9 starts at 129
Fixture Button # 10 starts at 145
Fixture Button # 11 starts at 161
Fixture Button # 12 starts at 177