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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operation
Stand-Alone Mode (Sound-Active):
This mode allows a single unit to run to the beat of the music, or the unit will auto change
in Auto Mode.
1) Set all dipswitches position to the Off position.
Mode Dipswitches
Sound Active 10 = Off
2) The unit will react to the low frequencies of music via the internal microphone in
Sound Active mode.
3) Use the audio sensitivity knob on the back of the unit to make the unit more or less
sensitive in Sound-Active mode. Turning the knob counterclockwise decreases the
sensitivity; turning the knob clockwise increases the sensitivity.
Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound):
This mode will allow you to link up to 32 units together without a controller.
1) Use standard DMX cables to daisy chain your units together via the DMX connector
on the rear of the units. For longer cable runs we suggest a terminator at the last
fixture. For more information about terminators, see page 7.
2) Choose a unit to function as the Master. Turn dipswitches to the Master position on
the unit. The unit must be the first unit in line. Then simply chain the units together
using DMX cable.
Mode Dipswitches
Master Sound 10 = Off
3) Turn switch to the Slave position on the slave units, and they will react the same as
the Master.
Mode Dipswitches
Slave 1 = On, 10 = On
DMX Mode
This mode allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller. If you are
unfamiliar with DMX, please read the DMX Primer on page 16.
1) Set the dipswitches to DMX mode.
Mode Dipswitches
DMX 10 = On
2) Connect a DMX controller to the fixture.
3) Set the start address according to standard binary code.
a. Note: If you are unfamiliar with DMX addressing, we suggest you refer to the
section on DMX Primer.
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