ADJ ENCORE LP5IP User manual

User Manual
ENCORE LP5IP

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Date Document
Version
Software
Version DMX Channels Notes
03/03/2022 1.0 1.03 4 / 7 / 8 / 10 / 13 / 16
Channels Initial Release.
05/04/2022 1.1 N/C No Change Updated Specifications.
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
Limited Warranty (USA Only) 5
Warranty Registration | Features 6
Safety Guidelines 7
Overview 8
Installation 9
Accessory Installation 13
Remote Device Management (RDM) 14
Control Panel 15
System Menu 16
DMX Setup 19
DMX Traits 21
Color Macros Chart 24
Dim Modes 26
Daisy Chain Power Linking | Cleaning and Maintenance 27
Dimensional Drawings 28
Specifications 29
Accessory and Ordering Information 30

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Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the Encore LP5IP by ADJ Products, LLC. Every Encore LP5IP
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 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 ADJ Encore LP5IP is a DMX intelligent, heavy duty Par. To optimize the perfor-
mance 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.
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 (US)
http://www.adjparts.eu (EU)
ADJ SERVICE USA - Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm PST
Voice: 800-322-6337 | Fax: [phone] | [email protected]
ADJ SERVICE EUROPE - Monday - Friday 08:30 to 17:00 CET
Voice: [phone] | Fax: [phone] | [email protected]
ADJ PRODUCTS LLC USA
6122 S. Eastern Ave. Los Angeles, CA. 90040
323-582-2650 | Fax [phone] | www.adj.com | [e-mail]
ADJ SUPPLY Europe B.V
Junostraat 2 6468 EW Kerkrade, The Netherlands
[phone] | Fax [phone]
www.americandj.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.
Do not discard the shipping cartoon in the trash. Please recycle when ever possible.
INTRODUCTION

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LIMITED WARRANTY (USA ONLY)
A. ADJ Products, LLC hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, ADJ Products, LLC products to be free of
manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a prescribed period from the date of purchase
(see specic warranty period on reverse). This warranty shall be valid only if the product is purchased
within the United States of America, including possessions and territories. It is the owner’s responsibility
to establish the date and place of purchase by acceptable evidence, at the time service is sought.
B. For warranty service, you must obtain a Return Authorization number (RA#) before sending the product
back—please contact ADJ Products, LLC Service Department at 800-322-6337. Send the product only to
the ADJ Products, LLC factory. All shipping charges must be prepaid. If the requested repairs or service
(including parts replacement) are within the terms of this warranty, ADJ Products, LLC will pay return ship-
ping charges only to a designated point within the United States. If the entire instrument is sent, it must be
shipped in its original package and packaging material. No accessories should be shipped with the prod-
uct. If any accessories are shipped with the product, ADJ Products, LLC shall incur no liability whatsoever
for loss of or damage to any such accessories, nor for the safe return thereof.
C. This warranty is void if the product serial number and/or labels are altered or removed; if the product is
modied in any manner which ADJ Products, LLC concludes, after inspection, aects the reliability of the
product; if the product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the ADJ Products, LLC factory
unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser by ADJ Products, LLC; if the product is dam-
aged because it was not properly maintained as set forth in the product instructions, guidelines and/or
user manual.
D. This is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include maintenance, cleaning, or periodic
checkup. During the period specied above, ADJ Products, LLC will replace defective parts at its expense
with new or refurbished parts, and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair labor by reason
of defects in material or workmanship. The sole responsibility of ADJ Products, LLC under this warranty
shall be limited to the repair of the product, or replacement thereof, including parts, at the sole discretion
of ADJ Products, LLC. All products covered by this warranty were manufactured after August 15, 2012,
and bear identifying marks to that eect.
E. ADJ Products, LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and/or improvements upon its products
without any obligation to include these changes in any products theretofore manufactured.
F. No warranty, whether expressed or implied, is given or made with respect to any accessory supplied with
products described above. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, all implied warranties made
by ADJ Products, LLC in connection with this product, including warranties of merchantability or tness,
are limited in duration to the warranty period set forth above. And all warranties, whether expressed or
implied, including warranties of merchantability or tness, are limited in duration to the warranty period set
forth above. The consumer’s and/or dealer’s sole remedy shall be such repair or replacement as is ex-
pressly provided above; and under no circumstances shall ADJ Product, LLC be liable for any loss and/or
damage, direct and/or consequential arising out of the use of, and/or inability to use this product.
G. This warranty is the only written warranty applicable to ADJ Products, LLC products, and supersedes all
prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and conditions heretofore published.
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY PERIODS:
• Non-LED Lighting Products = 1-Year (365 Days) (Including Special Eect Lighting, Intelligent Lighting,
UV lighting, Strobes, Fog Machines, Bubble Machines, Mirror Balls, Par Cans, Trussing, Lighting Stands,
Power/Data Distribution, etc. excluding LED and lamps)
• Laser Products = 1-Year (365 Days) (excluding laser diodes which have a 6-Month Limited Warranty)
• LED Products = 2-Year (730 Days) (excluding batteries which have a 180 Day Limited Warranty)
• NOTE: 2-Year (730 Days) Limited Warranty ONLY applies to product purchased within the United States.
StarTec Series = 1-Year (365 Days) (excluding batteries which have a 180 Day Limited Warranty)
• ADJ DMX Controllers = 2 Year (730 Days)
• American Audio Products = 1 Year (365 Days)

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FEATURES
The ADJ Encore LP5IP is a versatile, heavy duty Par with five (5) 20W Quad LEDs (4-IN-1: Red,
Green, Blue & Lime), a 10-degree beam angle, and all metal construction. It is IP65 outdoor rated to
protect against, rain, snow and dust for temporary outdoor events. It offers flicker free operation for
TV and film and linear white color temperature control from 2700K - 6500K.
INCLUDED ITEMS
• Power Cord (x1)
• Dual Side Frost Filter (x1)
IP RATING
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).
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
The Encore LP5IP carries a 2 year limited warranty. Please ll 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 writ-
ten on the outside of the return package. A brief description of the problem as well as the R.A. num-
ber 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.

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SAFETY GUIDELINES
THIS FIXTURE IS COMPOSED OF SOPHISTICATED ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS. TO GUARANTEE
SMOOTH OPERATION, IT IS IMPORTANT TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES IN
THIS MANUAL. ADJ PRODUCTS, LLC IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR INJURY AND/OR DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE MISUSE OF THIS FIXTURE DUE TO THE DISREGARD OF THE INFORMATION
PRINTED IN THIS MANUAL. ONLY QUALIFIED AND/OR CERTIFIED PERSONNEL SHOULD PERFORM
INSTALLATION OF THIS FIXTURE AND ONLY THE ORIGINAL RIGGING PARTS INCLUDED WITH THIS
FIXTURE SHOULD BE USED FOR INSTALLATION. ANY MODIFICATIONS TO THE FIXTURE AND/OR
THE INCLUDED MOUNTING HARDWARE WILL VOID THE ORIGINAL MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
AND INCREASE THE RISK OF DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY. ONLY CERTIFIED PERSONNEL
SHOULD PERFORM INSTALLATION OF THIS FIXTURE.
• PROTECTION CLASS 1 - FIXTURE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.
• THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS UNIT.
• DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY REPAIRS YOURSELF; DOING SO WILL VOID YOUR MANUFACTURER’S
WARRANTY. DAMAGES RESULTING FROM MODIFICATIONS TO THIS FIXTURE AND/OR THE
DISREGARD OF SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES IN THIS MANUAL VOID THE
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY AND ARE NOT SUBJECT TO ANY WARRANTY CLAIMS AND/OR
REPAIRS.
• DO NOT PLUG FIXTURE INTO A DIMMER PACK!
• NEVER OPEN THIS FIXTURE WHILE IN USE!
• UNPLUG POWER BEFORE SERVICING FIXTURE!
• NEVER TOUCH FIXTURE DURING OPERATION, AS IT MAY BE HOT!
• KEEP FLAMMABLE MATERIALS AWAY FROM FIXTURE!
• NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE LIGHT SOURCE!
• RETINA INJURY RISK - MAY INDUCE BLINDNESS!
• SENSITIVE PERSONS MAY SUFFER AN EPILEPTIC SHOCK!
• MINIMUM DISTANCE TO OBJECTS/SURFACES IS 6.6 FEET (2 METERS)
• MAXIMUM AMBIENT TEMPERATURE IS 113° F (45°C). DO NOT OPERATE THE DEVICE WHEN
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE EXCEEDS THIS VALUE.
• MINIMUM DISTANCE TO FLAMMABLE MATERIALS FROM THE SURFACE IS 1.6 FEET (0.5 METER).
• DO NOT TOUCH the xture housing during operation. Turn OFF the power and allow approximately 60
minutes for the xture to cool down before servicing.
• DO NOT shake xture, and avoid brute force when installing and/or operating xture.
• DO NOT operate xture if the power cord is frayed, crimped, damaged and/or if any of the power cord
connectors are damaged and do not insert into the xture securely with ease. NEVER force a power cord
connector into the xture. If the power cord or any of its connectors are damaged, replace it immediately
with a new one of the same power rating.
• DO NOT block any air ventilation slots. All fan and air inlets must remain clean and never blocked. Allow
approx. 6” (15cm) between xture and other devices or a wall for proper cooling.
• When installing xture in a suspended environment, always use mounting hardware that is no less than
M10 x 25 mm, and always install xture with an appropriately rated safety cable.
• Always disconnect xture from main power source before performing any type of service and/or cleaning
procedure.
• Only handle the power cord by the plug end. Never pull out the plug by tugging the wire portion of the
cord.
• During the initial operation of this xture, a light smoke or smell may emit from the interior of the xture.
This is a normal process and is caused by excess paint in the interior of the casing burning off from the
heat associated with the lamp and will decrease gradually over time.
• Consistent operational breaks will ensure xture will function properly for many years.
• ONLY Use original packaging and materials to transport the xture in for service.

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OVERVIEW

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INSTALLATION
FLAMMABLE MATERIAL WARNING
Keep xture minimum 5.0 feet (1.5m) away from flammable materials and/or pyrotech-
nics.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
A qualied electrician should be used for all electrical connections and/or installations.
MINIMUM DISTANCE TO OBJECTS/SURFACES IS 6.6 FEET (2 METERS).
MINIMUM DISTANCE OF INFLAMMABLE MATERIALS FROM THE SURFACE IS 1.6
FEET (0.5 METER)
DO NOT INSTALL THE FIXTURE IF YOU ARE NOT QUALIFIED TO DO SO!
• Fixture MUST be installed following all local, national, and country commercial electrical and con-
struction codes and regulations.
• Before rigging/mounting a single xture or multiple xtures to any metal truss/structure or placing
the xture(s) on any surface, a professional equipment installer MUST be consulted to determine
if the metal truss/structure or surface is properly certied to safely hold the combined weight of
the xture(s), clamps, cables, and accessories.
• Maximum fixture ambient operating temperature is 113°F (45°C). Do not use operate the fixture
when ambient temperature exceeds this value!
• Fixture(s) should be installed in areas outside walking paths, seating areas, or areas were unau-
thorized personnel might reach the xture by hand.
• NEVER stand directly below the xture(s) when rigging, removing, or servicing.
• Overhead xture installation must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment, such
as an appropriately rated safety cable.
• Allow approximately 60 minutes for the xture to cool down before servicing.
IP RATING
This device is IP65 rated. This means that the unit is dust-tight, and protected against low-
pressure jets of water from any direction.
RIGGING
Overhead rigging requires extensive experience, including calculating working load limits,
installation material being used, and periodic safety inspection of all installation material and
thefixture,amongotherskills.Ifyoulackthesequalifications,donotattempttheinstallation
yourself. Improper installation can result in bodily injury.

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INSTALLATION
CLAMP INSTALLATION
This fixture features a mounting point on the yoke for the attachment of a mounting clamp. There
is also a safety cable loop located on the rear of the fixture near the display screen (see the illustra-
tion below). When mounting the fixture to a truss or any other suspended or overhead installation,
be sure to secure an appropriately rated clamp (not included) to the yoke, and attach a separate
SAFETY CABLE of the appropriate weight rating to the safety cable loop.
SAFETY CABLE:
ALWAYS ATTACH A SAFETY CABLE WHENEVER INSTALLING THIS FIXTURE
IN A SUSPENDED ENVIRONMENT TO ENSURE THAT THE FIXTURE WILL NOT
FALL IF THE CLAMP FAILS.

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INSTALLATION
STAND MOUNTING
This unit can also be installed atop a tripod stand. Simply insert the threaded bolt on the top of the
tripod stand through the hole in the top of the mounting yoke. Tighten the nut onto the threaded bolt
to secure the mounted device in place.
CAUTION!
MAKE SURE THAT THE TRIPOD LEGS AND ALL
TELESCOPING ELEMENTS OF THE TRIPOD
STAND ARE LOCKED IN PLACE BEFORE INSTALL-
ING THE DEVICE ATOP THE STAND!
POSITION THE TRIPOD STAND AND MOUNTED
DEVICE ONLY ON FLAT, STABLE SURFACES! DE-
PLOY TRIPOD LEGS FULLY IN ORDER TO MAXI-
MIZE STABILITY!

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INSTALLATION
POTENTIAL INTERNAL FIXTURE DAMAGE FROM EXTERNAL SOURCES OF LIGHT BEAMS
External sources of light beams from direct sunlight, lighting moving head fixtures, and lasers which
are focused directly towards the exterior housing and/or penetrate the front lens opening of ADJ
lighting fixtures can cause severe internal damage, including burning of optics, dichroic color filters,
glass and metal gobos, prisms, animation wheels, frost filters, irises, shutters, motors, belts, wiring,
discharge lamps, and LEDs.
This issue is not unique to ADJ lighting fixtures, but rather it is a common issue with lighting fixtures
from all manufacturers. Although there is no true way to fully prevent this issue from happening, the
guide-lines below can reduce the risk of any potential damage if followed. Contact ADJ Service for
more details.
DO NOT EXPOSE THE FIXTURE AND/OR FRONT LENS OPENING TO LIGHT BEAMS FROM
DIRECT SUNLIGHT, OTHER LIGHTING OR MOVING HEAD FIXTURES, AND LASERS DURING
UNPACKING, INSTALLATION, USE, AND EXTENDED IDLE TIMES OUTDOORS. DO NOT FOCUS
A LIGHT BEAM FROM ONE LIGHTING FIXTURE DIRECTLY TOWARDS ANOTHER.

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ACCESSORY INSTALLATION
FROST FILTER
In order to install the included frost filter, simply align the four (4) holes on the frost filter with the
four (4) holes located around the edge of the lens on the fixture. Insert a screw into each holes and
tighten to secure the frost filter in place. Refer to the illustration below.

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REMOTE DEVICE MANAGEMENT (RDM)
NOTE: In order for RDM to work properly, RDM enabled equipment must be used throughout
the entire system, including DMX data splitters and wireless systems.
Remote Device Management (RDM) is a protocol that sits on top of the DMX512 data standard for
lighting, allowing the DMX systems of the fixtures to be modified and monitored remotely. This proto-
col is ideal for instances in which a unit is installed in a location that is not easily accessible.
With RDM, the DMX512 system becomes bi-directional, allowing a compatible RDM enabled con-
troller to send out a signal to devices on the wire, as well as allowing the fixture to respond (known
as a GET command). The controller can then use its SET command to modify settings that would
typically have to be changed or viewed directly via the unit’s display screen, including the DMX
Address, DMX Channel Mode, and Temperature Sensors.
Please be aware that not all RDM devices support all RDM features, and therefore it is important
to check beforehand to ensure that the equipment that you are considering includes all of the fea-
tures that you require.
The following parameters are accessible in RDM on this device:
MANUFACTURER
MANUFACTURER ID
DEVICE ID
MODEL ID
DMX START ADDRESS
DMX PERSONALITY
DMX SLOTS
SOFTWARE VERSION

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CONTROL PANEL
The xture includes an easy to navigate system menu control panel display where all necessary set-
tings and adjustments are made. (See image below)
• MODE: Cycles through the main menu options and/or return to previous menu without making
changes.
• DOWN/UP: Scroll through options in the selected menu.
• ENTER: Select highlighted option and/or confirm selection.
This device features two different settings for locking the keypad. Setting Lock to “ON” requires the
user to simply press and hold the MODE button for 10 seconds to unlock the keypad.
Setting Lock to “ON1” provides an additional safeguard against accidental unlocking by requiring
a passcode to unlock the device. To unlock, press the MODE button so that “LOCKED *****” is dis-
played on the screen, then press UP DOWN UP DOWN ENTER in that particular order. Each button
press will remove one asterisk from the LOCKED text on the display screen.

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SYSTEM MENU
DMX SET
Address 001 - 512 Set DMX address of the unit.
Ch. Mode
4ch
Set DMX channel mode.
7ch
8ch
10ch
13ch
16ch
No DMX
Hold Unit holds last setting if
DMX signal is lost.
Blackout Unit goes to standby mode
if DMX signal is lost.
Int. Prog
Unit default to last internal
program when DMX signal
is lost.
PERSONALITY
Primary On / O Set primary mode.
Secondary On / O Set secondary mode.
Fan Set
Auto
High
Silent
Dim Mode
Standard
Stage
TV
Archi.
Theatre
Stage 2
Dim Speed 0.1s - 10s
Dim Curve
Square
Linear
Inv. Squa
S. Curve
LED Rfrsh 900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1400, 1500, 2500,
4000, 5000, 10k, 15k, 20k, 25k
Set LED refresh rate, default
= 1200 Hz
Display
SaveDelay 1 - 10 Amount of time w/o activity
before screen powers o
Lock
ON Press MODE for 10s to
unlock
ON1
Press MODE and display
shows LOCKED *****. To
unlock, press UP DOWN UP
DOWN ENTER
OFF Keypad is unlocked
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PERSONALITY
(continued) Service Passcode =
050
Calibrat
Red 000 - 255
Green 000 - 255
Blue 000 - 255
Lime 000 - 255
S. Update Yes / No Update software.
Restore: Pass-
code = 011 Yes / No Restore the unit to factory settings.
MANUAL
Red 000 - 255 Manually adjust red
Blue 000 - 255 Manually adjust blue
Green 000 - 255 Manually adjust green
Lime 000 - 255 Manually adjust lime
ClrMacro 00 - 64 Select built-in color macro.
ClrTemp 000 - 255 Set color temperature.
ClrTeMac 000 - 255 Select built-in color tem-
perature pre-set macro.
Strobe 000 - 255 Manually adjust strobing.
MastrDim 000 - 255 Master dimmer.
AutoProg 000 - 255 Select automatic program.
ProgSpd 000 - 255 Set program speed.
ProgFade 000 - 255 Set program fade.
INTPROGS
Prog 0 Speed 000 - 255
Fade 000 - 255
Prog 1 Speed 000 - 255
Fade 000 - 255
... ... ...
Prog 7 Speed 000 - 255
Fade 000 - 255
INFO
Hours
PwrOnHr1 xxxxxx Hrs
Total hours that xture has
been powered on. Non-
resettable.
PwrOnHr2 xxxxxx Hrs Hours that xture has been
powered on since last reset.
PwrOnRst Passcode = 050 Reset hours to zero.
Temp.
xxx° xxx F / xxx C Units for temp. readout
MaxTemp1 xxx F / xxx C Max temp since last reset.
MaxTemp2 xxx F / xxx C All time max temp, non
resettable.
TempRst. Yes / No Passcode = 050 Reset LED temp.
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
SYSTEM MENU

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SYSTEM MENU
INFO (contin-
ued)
DMX Values
Red
Displays current DMX values
for each DMX channel.
Green
...
AutoProg
SoftVers x.xx Displays current software
version.

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DMX SETUP
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 xtures and the controller are DMX
compliant. To ensure proper DMX data transmission, try to use the shortest cable path possible
when using 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 Encore LP5IP can be controlled
via DMX-512 protocol, and features multiple DMX channel modes. Your unit and your DMX control-
ler require a 5-pin XLR connector for data input and data output. 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 connector at one end and a female
XLR connector at 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 chances of erratic behavior.

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DMX SETUP
DMX ADDRESSING
All fixtures should be given a DMX starting address when operating with a DMX controller, in order to
ensure that the correct fixture 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 digital control display on the fixture.
You can set the same starting address for all fixtures or a group of fixtures, or set different addresses
for each individual fixture. Setting all fixtures to the same DMX address will cause all fixtures to react
in the same way. In this case, please note that 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.
As an example, when operating this device in 4 channel mode, you should set the starting DMX
address of the first unit to 1, the second unit to 5 (1 + 4), the third unit to 9 (1 + 4 + 4), and so on.
(See the chart below for more details.)
Channel Mode Unit 1 Address Unit 2 Address Unit 3 Address Unit 4 Address
4 Channels 1 5 9 13
7 Channels 1 8 15 22
8 Channels 1 9 17 25
10 Channels 1 11 21 31
13 Channels 1 14 27 40
16 Channels 1 17 33 49