ADJ Mega Bar RGBA User manual

User Instructions

Rev.9/20

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Mega Bar RGBA Introduction

Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the Mega Bar RGBA by ADJ Products, LLC.

Every Mega Bar RGBA 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

fixture 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 fur- ther instructions. Do not return this unit to

your dealer without first con- tacting customer support.

Introduction: The ADJ Mega Bar RGBA is a DMX intelligent, LED bar fixture. This

fixture can be used in a stand alone mode or connected in a Primary/Secondary

configuration. This wash has five operating modes: Sound Active Mode, Auto Mode,

RGB mode, Static Color mode, and DMX control mode.

Customer Support: ADJ Products, LLC 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 sugges-tions. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30

p.m. Pacific Standard Time.

Voice: (800) 322-6337

Fax: (323)582-2941

E-mail: [email protected]

Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock orfire, 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 ADJ Products, LLC.

PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.

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Mega Bar RGBA Features

Mega Bar RGBA Warranty Registration

The Mega Bar RGBA carries a 3-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 pack- ages

returned to the service department not displaying a R.A. number on the outside of the

package will be returned to the shipper.

The unit should be mounted using a mounting clamp (not provided), affixing it to the

mounting bracket that is provided with the unit. Always ensure that the unit is firmly

fixed to avoid vibration and slip- ping while operating. Always ensure that the structure

to which you are attaching the unit is secure and is able to support a weight of 10 times

the unit’s weight. Also, always use a safety cable that can hold 12 times the weight of

the unit when installing the fixture. The equipment must be installed by a professional,

and it must be installed in a place where it is out of the reach of people’s grasp.

Mega Bar RGBA Installation

• Mulit-Colors

• Six Operating Modes

• Electronic Dimming 0-100%

• Built in Microphone

• DMX-512 protocol

• 3-Pin DMX Connection

• Seven DMX Modes: 4 Channel Mode, 6 Channel Mode, 7 Channel Mode, 9 Channel

Mode, 10 Channel Mode, 18 Channel Mode, and 34 Channel Mode.

• ADJ RFC compatiable (Not Included)

• Power Cord Daisy Chain (See page 23)

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Mega Bar RGBA Safety Precautions

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, 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 cord has been 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 fire in case of an internal short.

• Disconnect from main power before making any type of connection.

• Do not remove the cover under any conditions. There are no user serviceable parts

inside.

• 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 unit, if it becomes damaged.

• This unit is intended for indoor use only, use of this product out` doors 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.

• Cleaning -The fixture should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.

See page 23 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, 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 performance.

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Mega Bar RGBA Set Up

Power Supply: The ADJ Mega Bar RGBA contains a automatic volt- age 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 protocol 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 controllers only have a DATA “OUT” terminal).

DMX Linking: DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of different

manufactures 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, 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.

Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX Operation):

The Mega Bar RGBA can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The Mega Bar RGBA has

7 DMX channel modes, please see pages 9-10 for the different modes. The DMX address

is set on the back panel of the Mega Bar RGBA. Your

unit and your DMX controller require a standard 3-pin

XLR connector 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 pro lighting stores). Your

cables should be made with a male and female XLR

connector on either end of the cable. Also remember

that DMX cable must be daisy chained and cannot be

split.

1 Ground

XLR Male Socket

3 Hot

2 Cold 2 Cold

3 Hot

XLR Female Socket

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XLR Pin Conguration

Pin 1 = Ground

Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative)

Pin 3 = Data True (positive)

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 in contact with the XLR’s outer

casing. Grounding the shield could cause a short circuit and erratic behavior.

DMX512 IN

3-PIN XLR

DMX +

DMX -

COMMON

DMX512 OUT

3-PIN XLR

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 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 possibilities of erratic behavior.

Termination reduces signal e rrors and avoids

signal transmission problem s 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.

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 standard 5-pin data cables in to a 3-pin line a cable adapter

must be used, these adapters are readily available at most electric stores. The chart

below details a proper cable conversion.

3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion

Ground/Shield Pin 1

Data Compliment (- signal) Pin 2 Pin 2

Data True (+ signal) Pin 3 Pin 3

Not Used Do Not Use

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Mega Bar RGBA Operating Instructions

LED Display On/Off:

To set the LED display to turn off after 20 seconds, press the MODE and DOWN buttons

at the same time. Now the display will disappear after 20s. Press any button to turn the

display on again. To allow the display to stay On at all times, press the MODE and UP

buttons at the same time.

Operating Modes:

The Mega Bar RGBA has six operating modes:

• Sound-Active mode - The unit will react to sound, chasing through the built in

programs.

• Built-In Program - There are 22 built-in programs to choose from.

• Static Color Mode - There are 15 colors to choose from.

• Auto Mode - A auto program will run with adjustable fade speed.

• RGBA Mode - Choose one of the four colors to remain static or adjust the intensity

of each color to make your desired color.

• DMX control mode - This function will allow you to control each individual fixtures

traits with a standard DMX 512 controller.

Static Color Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “C0.XX” is displayed.

2. There are 15 colors to choose from. Select your desired color by pressing the UP

and DOWN buttons. After you have selected your desired color you can activate

strobing by pressing the SET UP button to enter the Flash (strobe) mode.

3. “FS.XX” will now be displayed, this is Flash mode. The Flash can be adjusted

between “FS.00” (flash off) to “FS.99” (fastest flash).

RGBA Dimmer Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “rgbA” is dis- played. Then

press the SET UP button to adjust intensity of the individual colors.

2. When “r.XXX” is displayed you are in Red dimming mode. Press the UP and DOWN

buttons to adjust intensity.

3. When “G.XXX” is displayed you are in Green dimming mode. Press the UP and

DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.

4. When “b.XXX” is displayed you are in Blue dimming mode. Press the UP and

DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.

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Mega Bar RGBA Operating Instructions

5. When “A.XXX” is displayed you are in Amber dimming mode. Press the UP and

DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.

6. After you have adjusted the RGBA colors to make your desired color you can then

activate strobing by pressing the SET UP but- ton to enter the Flash (strobe) mode.

7. “FS.XX” will be displayed, this is Flash mode. The Flash can be adjusted between

“FS.00” (flash off) to “FS.99” (fastest flash).

Built-In Program Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “Pr.XX” is dis- played. “XX”

represents a number from 1-22. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll through the

22 programs. Programs 21 and 22 have adjustable colors. Once you have found your

desired program press the SET UP button.

2. Pressing the SET UP button will display “SP.XX”. When this is dis- played you can

adjust the running speed of your desired program. Use the UP or DOWN button to

adjust the speed between “SP.01” (slowest) and “SP.99” (fastest). Once you have set

your desired running speed, you can press the SET UP button to to enter the Fade

adjustment mode.

3. Pressing the SET UP button will display “Fd.XX”. When this is dis- played you can

adjust the fade speed of your desired program. Use the UP or DOWN button to adjust

the speed between “Fd.01” (fastest) and “Fd.99” (slowest) or “Fd.00” (Off). Once you

have set your desired fade speed, you can press the SET UP button to to enter the

Flash (Strobe) mode.

4. After pressing SET UP, “FS.XX” will be displayed, this is Flash mode. The Flash can

be adjusted between “FS.00” (flash off) to “FS.99” (fastest flash).

PROGRAMS 21 & 22:

If you have chosen programs 21 or 22, after the Flash mode, press the SET UP button.

“C1.XX” will be displayed. This is the base color, use the UP and DOWN buttons to scroll

through the 15 colors. Once you have chosen your base color, press the SET UP button

again so that“C2.XX” is displayed. This is the moving color, use the UP and DOWN

buttons to scroll through the 15 colors.

Sound Active Mode:

In this mode the Mega Bar RGBA will react to sound, and chase through the different

colors.

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Sound Active Mode:

In this mode the Mega Bar RGBA will react to sound, and chase through the different

colors.

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “SU.XX” is displayed. “XX”

represents the sound sensitivity level.

2. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to adjust the sound sensitivity. “SU.00” is off, “SU.01

is the lowest sensitivity, and “SU.31” is the highest. After adjusting the sound

sensitivity, press SET UP if you wish to activate the Flash mode.

3. “FS.XX” will now be displayed, this is Flash mode. The Flash can be adjusted

between “FS.00” (flash off) to “FS.99” (fastest flash).

Auto Run Mode:

In this mode the Mega Bar RGBA will run a auto program.

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “AUTO” is dis- played.

2. After you have activated Auto Run mode, press the SET UP but- ton to adjust the fade

time.

3. Once you press SET UP “Fd.XX” should be displayed. Use the UP or DOWN buttons

to set the fade speed to either “Fd.00” (fade off) or between “Fd.01” (fastest speed)

and “Fd.99” (slowest speed). After adjusting the fade speed, press SET UP if you

wish to activate the Flash mode.

4. “FS.XX” will now be displayed, this is Flash mode. The Flash can be adjusted

between “FS.00” (flash off) to “FS.99” (fastest flash).

DMX Mode:

Operating through a DMX controller gives the user the freedom to create their own

programs tailored to their own individual needs. This function also allows you to use your

fixtures as spot lights. The Mega Bar RGBA has 7 DMX modes: 4 Channel mode, 6

Channel mode, 7 Channel mode, 9 Channel mode, 10 Channel mode, 18 Channel

mode, and a 34 Channel mode. See pages 13-22 for each modes’ DMX traits.

1. This function will allow you to control each individual fixture’s traits with a

standard DMX 512 controller.

2. To run your fixture in DMX mode press the MODE button until “d.XXX” is

displayed. “XXX” represents the current displayed ad- dress. Use the UP or

DOWN buttons to select your desired DMX address, then press the SETUP

button to select your DMX Channel mode.

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Mega Bar RGBA Operating Instructions

3. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll through the DMX Channel modes. The

Channel modes are listed below:

To run the 4 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “Ch.01” is displayed.

To run the 6 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “Ch.02” is displayed.

To run the 7 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “Ch.03” is displayed.

To run the 9 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “Ch.04” is displayed.

To run the 10 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “Ch.05” is displayed.

To run the 18 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “Ch.06” is displayed.

To run the 34 Channel Mode, press the MODE button until “Ch.07” is displayed.

4. Please see pages 13-22 for DMX values and traits.

5. After you have chosen your desired DMX Channel mode plug in the fixture via the

XLR connections to any standard DMX controller.

Default Running Mode:

This is a default running mode. When this mode is activated all modes will return to their

default settings and a Auto program will run.

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE and SET UP buttons at the same time.

ADJ RFC:

This function is used to activate and deactivate the ADJ RFC (Remote Control). When

this function is activated you can control the fixture using the ADJ RFC. Please see the

next page for ADJ RFC controls and functions.

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “Auto” is displayed.

2. Press the SET UP button until “rF.XX” is displayed. “XX” represents either “on” or “off”.

3. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to either activate the remote function (On) or

deactivate it (Off).

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