American DJ RotoPod 250 User manual

American DJ®
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles Ca. 90058
www.americandj.com
Introduction: Thank you for purchasing the RotoPod 250™ by Ameri-
can DJ®. The RotoPod 250™ is an brighter improvement of the pop-
ular RotoPod™ by American DJ®. This new unit includes a thermal
shutoff that will automatically shut down the unit if it gets too hot, and
automatically restart it after it has cooled down. It also comes with a
bright 24v/250w bulb and a new high tech, light weight case design
to produce a spectacular moon flower effect. This unit also includes
superior optics for an overall crisp light output which intensifies beam
intensity. The unit comes with a two position mode switch that allows
the unit to operate in either a rotating mode or a static mode.
Customer Support: American DJ® provides a toll free customer sup-
port 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.americandj.com for any comments or
suggestions. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to
5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
To purchase parts online visit http://parts.americandj.com
Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, 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 war-
ranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact
American DJ.
Please recycle the shipping carton whenever possible.
RotoPod 250™ Introduction and Unpacking
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User Instructions Unpacking: Every RotoPod 250™ 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 units for any
damage and be sure all accessories necessary to operate the system
have arrived intact. In the event damage has been found or parts are
missing, please contact our toll free customer support number for fur-
ther instructions. Please do not return the system to your dealer with-
out first contacting customer support.
Rev. 12/04
American DJ®

RotoPod 250™ Operating Instructions
RotoPod 250™ Warranty Registration
The RotoPod 250™ carries a one year (365 days) 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.) num-
ber. 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 and included
in the shipping container. If the unit is under warranty, you must pro-
vide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice. You may obtain a R.A.
number by contacting customer support at [phone].
RotoPod 250™ Features
• Includes Built-In Hanging Yoke
• Two Different Operating Modes
• Easy Access Lamp Replacement
• Light Weight
• Futuristic Case Design
• Low Cost LL-EHJ 24v/250w Lamp
• Thermal Shutoff (Automatically shutsdown the unit if it gets to hot,
and automatically restarts when it cools down)
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.
RotoPod 250™ General Instructions
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General Operation:
This fixture is designed to operate as a stand alone unit, there is no
need of a controller. There is no power switch, after plugging the unit
in, if there is no lamp output check the fuse and bulb. After plugging
this fixture in, the units clear mirror dish will rotate. This fixture fea-
tures a light weight case design and a hanging bracket. This fixture
is designed for mobile DJ’s, clubs, bands, roller rinks and any arena
that requires a compact, light weight, easy to use fixture. Use a fog
machine or other type of special effect smoke to enhance the beam
intensity.
Operating Modes:
This unit comes with a 2-way multi-operating switch located on the
rear of the unit. The switch controls two (2) different operating modes;
Static, and Continuous Rotation.

This unit is equipped with a built-in safety breaker. This breaker is
designed to close the power circuit in the event of an internal short
or power surge. This will reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire and
protect the circuitry. To reset the breaker, push the breaker button in
until you hear it “pop” back in to place. If the breaker continues to
pop, stop using the unit and contact our customer support team, the
unit may need to be returned for service.
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RotoPod 250™ Lamp Replacement RotoPod 250™ Breaker Reset
Trouble Shooting: Listed below are a few common problems that you
may encounter, with solutions.
No light output from the unit;
1. Be sure you have connected your unit into a wall outlet with a
matching power supply.
2. Be sure the external breaker has not popped. The breaker is locat-
ed on the rear panel.
3. Remove the lamp cover and be sure the lamp is seated in the
socket properly. Occasionally lamps become loose during ship-
ping, be sure the lamp is push in to the socket completely.
4. Be sure the lamp is good.
RotoPod 250™ Trouble Shooting
Caution: Always replace with the exact same type lamp, unless oth-
erwise specified by an authorized American DJ® technician. Replace
with anything other than the specified part can damage your unit and
will void your manufactures warranty.
Warning: If after you have replaced the lamp or reset the breaker
and you continue to blow either one, STOP using the unit. Contact
customer support for further instructions, you may have to return the
unit for servicing. Continuing to use the unit may cause serious dam-
age.
Lamp Replacement: Caution! Never open the unit when in use.
Always disconnect the main power and allow the fixture ample time
to cool before attempting to replace the lamp. Lamp replacement has
been made simple by incorporating a split dome that is retained by
thumb screws. Again, please remember to always replace with the
exact same type lamp.
1. Be sure to follow the proper procedures when handling halogen
lamps. Never touch the new lamp with your bare fingers.
2. Unscrew the two thumb screws located on the bottom front of
the unit.
3. Once the thumb screws have been removed, pull the lamp
assembly cover plate up to expose the lamp.
4. Remove and replace the lamp with an exact match.
5. Reassemble in reverse order.
Halogen Lamp Warning: This fixture is fitted
with halogen lamps which are highly susceptible
to damage if improperly handled. Never touch the
lamps with your bare fingers as the oil from your
hands will shorten lamp life. Also, never move the
fixture until the lamps have had ample time to cool.
Remember, lamps are not covered under warranty
conditions.

Please Note: Specifications and improvements in the design of
this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior
written notice.
MODEL: RotoPod 250™
VOLTAGE*: 120v~60Hz or 220v~50/60Hz
POWER DRAW: 1.9 Amps
LAMP: LL-EHJ 24v/250w
DIMENSIONS: 11.5” L x 8” W x 9” H
WEIGHT: 5.5 Lbs/2.4 Kgs.
BREAKER: 5 AMP
WORKING POSITION: ANY SAFE POSITION
COOLING: FAN COOLED
GOBOS: NONE
COLORS: CLEAR MIRROR DISH
WARRANTY: 1 YEAR (365 DAYS)
OPTIONS: Z-DW, Z-DW1, & Z-DW-2 -
Dichroic Color Dishes
* Voltage is preset at the factory
RotoPod 250™ Specifications
©American DJ®
A Division of the American DJ® Group of Companies
World Headquarters:
4295 Charter Street Los Angeles, CA 90058 USA
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Web: www.americandj.com E-mail: [email protected]
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1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
A. American DJ® hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, American DJ® products to be
free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year (365
days) from the date of purchase. This warranty shall be valid only if the product is pur-
chased 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, send the product only to the American DJ® factory. All shipping
charges must be pre-paid. If the requested repairs or service (including parts replacement)
are within the terms of this warranty, American DJ® will pay return shipping charges only
to a designated point within the United States. If the entire instrument is sent, it must be
shipped in its original package. No accessories should be shipped with the product. If any
accessories are shipped with the product, American DJ® shall have 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 serial number has been altered or removed; if the product is
modified in any manner which American DJ® concludes, after inspection, affects the reli-
ability of the product; if the product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than
the American DJ® factory unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser by
American DJ®; if the product is damaged because not properly maintained as set forth in
the instruction manual.
D. This is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include maintenance, cleaning
or periodic check-up. During the period specified above, American DJ® will replace defec-
tive parts at its expense, and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair labor
by reason of defects in material or workmanship. The sole responsibility of American DJ®
under this warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product, or replacement thereof,
including parts, at the sole discretion of American DJ®. All products covered by this war-
ranty were manufactured after January 1, 1990, and bear identifying marks to that effect.
E. American DJ® 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 acces-
sory supplied with products described above. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable
law, all implied warranties made by American DJ® in connection with this product, includ-
ing warranties of merchantability or fitness, are limited in duration to the warranty period
set forth above. And no warranties, whether expressed or implied, including warranties of
merchantability or fitness, shall apply to this product after said period has expired. The
consumer’s and or Dealer’s sole remedy shall be such repair or replacement as is expressly
provided above; and under no circumstances shall American DJ® be liable for any loss or
damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the use of, or inability to use, this product.
G. This warranty is the only written warranty applicable to American DJ® Products and
supersedes all prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and conditions
heretofore published.
H. Lamps are not covered under this or any other warranty, either written or implied.
RotoPod 250™ Warranty