ADJ WIFLY PAR QA5 User manual

WIFLY PAR QA5

User Manual

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Date Document

Version

Software

Version DMX Channels Notes

08/2015 1.0 2.06 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 /

8 ch. Initial Release

01/18/2022 1.1 N/C No change Corrected DMX Traits

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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 4

General Instructions | Warranty Registration | Installation 5

Safety Precautions 6

Battery Precautions 7

DMX Setup 9

Operating Instructions 11

Primary-Secondary Conguration | Power Cord Daisy Chain 15

Wiy Setup 16

ADJ RFC Operation 17

DMX Traits 18

Battery Information 22

Battery Replacement 23

Re-Initialization 24

Photometric Chart | Dimmer Curve Chart 25

Fuse Replacement | Trouble Shooting | Cleaning 26

Warranty 27

Specications 28

Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the WiFly Par QA5 by ADJ Products, LLC. Every WiFly Par QA5

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 have

been damaged, 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 WiFly Par QA5 is a rechargeable lithium battery powered, DMX intelligent, LED par

xture with ADJ’s WiFly Transceiver with wireless DMX built-in. This unit gives you the freedom to

set up your xture wherever you wish without the restrictions of power or DMX cabling. The built-in

battery will keep charge for up to 6 hours (full on) from a full, single charge. This xture can be used in

stand alone mode or connected in a Primary/Secondary conguration. This wash has ve operating

modes: Sound Active mode, Auto mode, RGB mode, Static Color mode, and DMX control mode.

Customer Support: ADJ Products, LLC provides a toll free customer support line to provide set up

help and to answer any questions that may arise during 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: (800) 322-6337

Fax: (323) 582-2941

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.

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 con-

tact ADJ Products, LLC.

PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.

INTRODUCTION

• Rechargeable Lithium Battery

• Multi-Colors

• Five Operating Modes

• Electronic Dimming 0-100%

• Built in Microphone

• DMX-512 protocol

• 3-Pin & 5-Pin DMX Connection

• 8 DMX Channel Modes: 1 Channel Mode, 2 Channel Mode, 3 Channel Mode, 4 Channel Mode, 5

Channel Mode, 6 Channel Mode, 7 Channel Mode, & 8 Channel Mode

• Built-In ADJ’s WiFly TransCeiver Wireless DMX

• ADJ RFC compatiable (Not Included)

• Power Cord Daisy Chain (see Power Cord Daisy Chain section of this manual)

FEATURES

The WiFly Par QA5 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 accompanied by 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 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.

WARRANTY REGISTRATION

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

bracket that is provided with the unit. Always ensure that the unit is firmly fixed to avoid vibration

and slipping while operating. Always ensure that the structure that you are attaching the unit to is

secure and is able to support at least 10 times the unit’s weight. In addition, 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 the general public.

INSTALLATION

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this unit to 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 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 fire in the event 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.

• Never plug this unit into 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 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 in such a way that 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 details.

• Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat regis-

ters, 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 perfor-

mance.

CAUTION: Like any wireless device, this unit is highly susceptible to static electricity. Static

electricity can severly damage the unit. Before touching the antenna, please ground/discharge

yourself.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

1. HANDLING OF BATTERIES

1.1 Do Not Short Circuit the Battery

Avoid short circuiting the battery. Doing so generates a very high current and battery overheating,

which may result in electrolyte gel leakage, harmful fumes, or explosion. The LIR tabs are suscepti-

ble to short circuiting when placed on conductive surfaces. A short circuit may lead to heat build up

and damage to the battery. Protective circuitry with PCM is employed to protect against accidental

short circuiting of the battery pack.

1.2 Mechanical shock

Drops, impact hits, bending, etc. may cause failure or shortend life of the LIR battery.

2. OTHER

2.1 Battery connection

• Direct soldering of wire leads or devices to the battery is strictly prohibited.

• Lead tabs with pre-soldered wiring shall be spot welded to the batteries. Do not attempt direct

soldering, as this may cause damage to battery components, such as the separator or insulator,

due to heat build up.

2.2 Prevention of short circuit within a battery pack

There are sufficient layers of insulation between wiring and the batteries to provide extra protection

against short circuiting. The battery pack is constructed in such a way as to prevent short circuits

that could create a risk of fire or smoke.

2.3 Do No Disassemble the Batteries

• Never disassemble the batteries. Doing so may cause an internal short circuit in the battery, which

may lead to harmful fumes, fire, explosion, or other hazards.

• Electrolyte Gel is extremey harmful. Electrolyte Gel should not leak from the LIR battery. Should

the electrolyte gel come into contact with the skin or eyes, flush the area of contact immediately

with fresh water and seek medical attention immediately.

2.4 Do Not Expose the Battery to Heat or Fire

Never incinerate or dispose of the batteries in fire. This could result in an explosion and other haz-

ards.

2.5 Do Not Expose the Battery to water or liquids

Never soak/drop the batteries in liquids such as water, seawater, or beverages such as soft drinks,

juices, or coffee.

2.6 Battery Replacement

For battery replacement please contact ADJ customer support (800) 322-6337.

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

2.7 Do Not use a damaged Battery

There is the possibility that the battery could be damaged during shipping. Should the battery be

found damaged, including damage to the plastic casing of the battery, deformation of the battery

package, emission of electrolyte odors, leakage of the electrolyte gel, or other concerns, DO NOT

use the battery. A battery with a odor of electrolyte or a gel leakage should be placed away from fire

to avoid fire or explosion.

3. BATTERY STORAGE

When storing the battery, it should be stored at room temperature, with a charge of at least 50%. It is

recommended that the battery be charged every 6 months during long periods of storage. Doing so

will prolong the life of the battery and will also ensure battery is charged and ready for use.

4. OTHER CHEMICAL REACTIONS

Because batteries utilize a chemical reaction, battery performance will deteriorate over time, even if

stored for a long period of time without being used. In addition, if various usage conditions, such as

charge, discharge, ambient temperature, etc, are not maintained within the specified ranges, the life

expectancy of the battery maybe shortened or the device in which the battery is used may be dam-

aged by electrolyte gel leakage. If the batteries cannot maintain a charge for long periods of time,

even when they are charged correctly, this may indicate it is time to change the battery.

5. BATTERY DISPOSAL

Please dispose of depleted batteries according to local regulations.

DMX SET UP

Power Supply: The ADJ WiFly Par QA5 features 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 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 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 Operation): The WiFly Par QA5 can be con-

trolled via DMX-512 protocol. The WiFly Par QA5 has 8 DMX channel modes, and detailed infor-

mation on these channels modes can be found in the DMX Traits section of this manual. The DMX

address is set on the back panel of the device. Your unit and your DMX controller require a standard

3-pin or 5-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 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.

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 in contact with the XLR’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 reduce the risk of erratic behavior.

5-pin XLR Connectors. Some manufacturers use 5-pin XLR connectors for DATA transmission in

place of 3-pin. 5-pin XLR fixtures may be implemented in a 3-pin XLR DMX line by using a cable

adaptor, which can readily be found at most electronics stores. The chart below details a proper

cable conversion.

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