American Audio DJ Equipment 250HP User Manual

DJ Scan 250HP™  
Introduction  
Introduction: Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the DJ  
Scan 250HP™ by American DJ®, one of the finest pieces of its kind  
on the market today! The DJ Scan 250HP™ is a great inexpensive,  
light weight, intelligent fixture. Due to it’s physical specifications, it’s a  
great piece for mobile DJ’s, roller rinks, small clubs, bars, and bowling  
centers. When used in multiples of two or more, these units create an  
effect that rivals that of units that can cost up to three times the price.  
The DJ Scan 250HP™ was designed to run in a Master/Slave mode  
but can be used with any universal DMX-512 controller.  
Customer Support: American DJ® provides a toll free customer sup-  
port line, to provide set-up and installation help and to answer any  
question should you encounter problems during your set up or initial  
for any comments or suggestions. Toll free customer service hours are  
Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.  
Voice:  
Fax:  
(800) 322-6337  
(323) 582-2610  
E-mail:  
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® customer support.  
Please recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.  
Improvements and changes in specifications and design to this  
manual and unit may be made at any time without prior notice.  
User Instructions  
HALOGEN LAMP WARNING!  
This fixture is fitted with a halogen lamp which is highly susceptible to  
damage if improperly handled. Never touch the lamp with your bare  
fingers as the oil from your hands will shorten the lamp life. Never  
install, mount, or place this fixture in areas prone to heavy vibration.  
Also, never move the fixture until the lamp has had ample time to  
cool. Remember, lamps are not covered under warranty conditions.  
American DJ  
4295 Charter Street  
Los Angeles, CA 90058  
Rev. 2/06  
 
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Set Up  
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Set Up  
Unpacking:  
XLR Female Socket  
2 Cold  
XLR Male Socket  
XLR Pin Configuration  
1 Ground  
2 Cold  
Every DJ Scan 250HP™ has been thoroughly tested and has been  
shipped in perfect operating condition, there is no assembly neces-  
sary. Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have  
occurred during shipping. If the carton appears to be damaged, care-  
fully inspect your unit for any damage and be sure all equipment nec-  
essary to operate the unit has arrived intact. In case damage has been  
found or parts are missing, please contact our toll free customer sup-  
port number for further instructions, please do not return the unit to  
your dealer.  
1 Ground  
Pin 1 = Ground  
Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative)  
Pin 3 = Data True (positive)  
3 Hot  
3 Hot  
Figure 3  
Figure 3  
Notice: Be sure to follow figures two and three when making your own  
cables.  
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 90-120 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 will decrease the possibilities of erratic  
behavior.  
Power Supply:  
Before plugging your unit in be sure the source voltage in your area  
matches the required voltage for your American DJ® DJ Scan 250HP.™  
The American DJ® DJ Scan 250HP is available in a 120v and 220v ver-  
sion. Because line voltage may vary from venue to venue, you should  
be sure to plug your unit into a matching wall outlet before attempting  
to operate you controller.  
Termination reduces signal errors and  
1
avoids signal transmission problems  
3
Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements:  
and interference. It is always advisable  
2
to connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance  
120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)  
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.  
Your controller and packs require a standard 3-pin XLR connector for  
DMX data input and DMX data output (Figure 1). If you are making your  
own cables be sure to use standard two conductor shielded cable (This  
cable may be purchased at almost all pro sound and 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 can not be “Y-d” or split.  
Figure 4  
DJ Scan 250HP™  
DMX Addressing  
DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal binary language  
used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures. Each  
dipswitch represents a binary value.  
Notice: Do not use the ground lug on the XLR connector. Do not con-  
nect 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.  
Dipswitch 1 address equals 1  
Dipswitch 2 address equals 2  
Dipswitch 3 address equals 4  
Dipswitch 4 address equals 8  
Dipswitch 5 address equals 16  
Dipswitch 6 address equals 32  
Dipswitch 7 address equals 64  
Dipswitch 8 address equals 128  
Dipswitch 9 address equals 256  
DMX CHANNEL  
8 32 128  
2
ON  
COMMON  
DMX512 OUT  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9  
DMX512 IN  
CONNECTOR  
3 PIN  
1
2
1
2
DMX +  
DMX -  
CONTROLLER  
CONNECTOR  
3 PIN  
3
3
1
4 16 64 256  
Figure 2  
 
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Operating Instructions  
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Operating Instructions  
4. Turn the master unit dipswitchws to the “Off” position.  
5. Please follow chart on page 13 for all master/slave dipswitch  
settings. Note only one fixture may use the master units dipswitch  
settings.  
6. After all the units settings have been set and are plugged in,  
adjust the sensitivity knob on the bottom of the master unit to  
make them react to sound.  
7. To run a synchronized light show set all the dipswitch on all the  
fixture to the ‘off’ position. All fixtures will now run in the same  
exact pattern.  
8. You can also use the optional MINI/C Remote Control. If you want  
to use the optional remote control, connect the MINI/C controller  
to the first fixture in the line (master).  
Operating Modes:  
You can use the DJ Scan 250HPin three ways:  
• Stand alone mode - The unit will react to sound, chasing through  
the several built in programs. You can also use the optional DJ Scan  
MINI/C Remote Control to blackout the units.  
• Master/Slave mode - You can daisy chain up to 4 units together  
toget a synchronized light show that will react to sound chasing  
through several built in programs.  
• DMX control mode - This function will allow you to control each  
individual fixtures traits with a standard DMX 512 controller such as  
the Elation® Show Designer.™  
For best results use fog or special effects smoke to enhance the  
beams projections. The DJ Scan 250HP™ comes with a protective  
transportation cover. Be sure to remove it before attempting any  
operation!  
Note: The remote control only operates in Stand-Alone and Master/  
Slave modes. If the remote is connected in DMX mode it will not func-  
tion. If the units do not receive an active DMX signal, the units will  
automatically react to sound in the Master/Slave mode.  
Stand Alone Mode:  
1. To operate as a stand alone unit, via its internal chases and  
microphone, flip dipswitch #10 to the “On’ postion.  
2. Adjust the sensitivity knob on the bottom of the unit so the unit  
will react to sound.  
DMX Mode:  
This fixture will react with DMX operation. For best results use only  
one motor function for each scene (or step), when programming  
scenes into a DMX controller. This will give you faster mirror and fast-  
er gobo/color changes. For Example:  
3. The DJ Scan 250HP™ will now react to the bass sound of music  
via the internal microphone.  
A. With the DMX controller move the mirror up then program the  
step.  
Master-Slave Operation:  
This function will allow you to link up to 16 units together to run on  
the master unit’s 2 internal programs. In Master-Slave operation one  
unit will act as the controlling unit and the others will react to the con-  
trolling units programs. Any unit can act as a Master or as a Slave.  
1. Daisy chain your units via the XLR connector on the bottom  
of the units.  
2. Use standard XLR microphone cables to link your units together.  
Remember that the Male XLR connector is the input and the  
Female XLR connector is the output.  
B. Move the mirror down then program that step.  
C. Change the gobo/color wheel then program that step.  
D. Continue this pattern to achieve best results.  
1. Operating through a DMX controller gives the user freedom to  
create his/her own programs tailored to their own individual  
needs. This function also allows you to use your fixtures as spots.  
2. This operation will allow you to control each individual fixtures  
traits with a standard DMX 512 controller such as the Elation®  
Show Designer™ or the Elation® DMX Operator.™  
3. The DJ Scan 250HP™ uses four DMX channels to operate;  
Channel1 is Pan, channel 2 is Tilt, channel 3 is Color, and channel  
4 Gobos.  
3. The first unit in the chain (master) will use the female XLR connec-  
tor only - The last unit in the chain will use the male XLR connec  
tor only.  
4. To run your fixture in DMX mode, plug in the fixture via the XLR  
 
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Operating Instructions  
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Lamp Replacement  
connections to any standard DMX controller. Set dipswitch #1 to  
the on position - Follow the set-up specifications that come with  
the controller.  
Lamp Replacement: Caution! Never open the unit when in use.  
Always disconnect the main power before attempting to replace the  
lamp.  
1. Be sure to follow the proper procedures when handling halogen  
bulbs.  
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Optional Remote  
2. Lamp replacement has been made simple by incorporating the use  
of a removable lamp tray and thumb screws.  
3. Loosen the thumb screw on rear cover.  
4. Remove the tray.  
5. Remove and replace the bulb.  
6. Reassemble.  
The MINI/C controller may be purchased separately allowing you to  
control the main unit, and any others connected to it, while it is in  
stand alone mode. You can set the unit to blackout. If you have more  
than one unit, make sure the remote control is plugged into the first  
unit in the daisy chain. The remote control will not have any effect if  
the unit is in DMX mode. When the unit is in blackout mode, the light  
will come on next to the blackout button.  
Remember to always replace with the exact same type lamp and  
fuse, unless otherwise specified by an authorized American DJ  
service technician.  
The DJ Scan 250HP™ may be controlled by a wide range of control-  
lers; ie. Show Designer™, DMX Operator,™ Scene Setter™ or by the  
DJ MINI/C basic controller.  
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Focusing  
MINI/C features:  
1. To focus a DJ Scan 250HP,™ it is best to first turn down the music  
sensitivity knob to its minimum position.  
2. Loosen the thumb screw on the front of the unit that hold the lens  
in place.  
30 ft. cable  
3. Adjust the focus by manually moving the lens up and down.  
4. Tighten the thumb screw after you achieve your desired focus.  
Stand by (Black out)  
 
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Cleaning  
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Trouble Shooting Cont.  
Due to fog residue, smoke, and dust, cleaning the internal and exter-  
nal optical lenses must be carried out periodically to optimize light  
output.  
may be used. For longer runs, this may cause data transmission  
problems (which will show up as random or incorrect movements)  
for best result, use proper balanced data transmission cable.  
1. Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the out-  
side casing.  
Unit does not respond to sound;  
1. Be sure the audio sensitivity knob is turn in the full clockwise  
2. Use a brush to wipe down the fan grill.  
3. Clean the external optics with glass cleaner and a soft cloth every  
20 days. Situation may very. If used heavily in clubs with lots of  
fog, cleaning may be required more often.  
4. Clean the internal optics with glass cleaner and a soft cloth every  
30-60 days.  
position (maximum sensitivity).  
Unit blacks out in stand alone mode;  
1. Some of the units’ built-in patterns include special effects such  
as blackout sweeps.  
2. Be sure the audio sensitivity knob is turn in the full clockwise  
position (maximum sensitivity).  
5. Always be sure to dry all parts completely before plugging the  
unit in.  
If problems are not resolved; Contact your American DJ® customer  
Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture  
operates (i.e. smoke, fog residue, dust, dew).  
support for possible service options.  
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Product Registration  
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Trouble Shooting  
The DJ Scan 250HPcarries a one year (365 days) limited warranty.  
We recommend you 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. If the unit is under warranty, you must provide a copy  
of your proof of purchase invoice. Please contact American DJ® cus-  
tomer support for a R.A. number.  
Listed below are a few common problems the user may encounter,  
with solutions.  
No light from the unit;  
1. Check if the fan is running. If not, there is no main power supply.  
2. Check the breaker in the back panel.  
3. Check if lamp is lit. The user should be able to see some light  
escape through the fan. If power is present but the lamp is not lit,  
lamp may need to be replaced.  
Note: The unit has been designed to shut the lamp down after 60 sec-  
onds of inactivity. This is a way of extending lamp life, be assured this  
is not the problem with the fixture.  
Unit not responding to DMX;  
1. Check the dipswitch settings.  
2. Check that the DMX cables are connected properly and are wired  
correctly (pin 3 is ‘hot’; on some other DMX devices pin 2 may  
be ‘hot’). Also, check that all cables are connected to the right  
connectors; it does matter which way the inputs and outputs are  
connected.  
3. If DMX connectors are fairly short, ordinary microphone cables  
 
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Master/Slave Settings  
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Channel  
DMX Traits  
Value  
Function  
The following details the proper dipswitch settings for the narrow and  
wide Master-Slave sound active programs. Please follow these setting  
when running four units in a Master-Slave configuration.  
1
0 - 255  
PAN  
2
3
0 - 255  
0 - 139  
TILT  
Narrow Program  
Wide Program  
COLOR  
Master/S lave Chart  
Program1  
Master/S lave Chart  
Program2  
0 - 28  
29 - 57  
58 - 86  
LAMP OFF  
WHITE  
RED  
87 - 115  
116 - 144  
145 - 173  
174 - 202  
203 - 231  
232 - 255  
BLUE  
ON  
ON  
1
1
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10  
1
1
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10  
GREEN  
YELLOW  
ORANGE  
PINK  
Master-Head 1  
Master-Head 1  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
2
2
2
3
3
3
4
5
6
7
8
8
8
9 10  
9 10  
9 10  
2
2
2
3
3
3
4
5
6
7
8
8
8
9 10  
9 10  
9 10  
Head 2  
Head 2  
PURPLE  
4
GOBO  
4
5
6
7
4
5
6
7
0 - 7  
8 - 21  
22 - 29  
30 - 43  
44 - 51  
52 - 65  
SPOT  
Head 3  
Head 3  
SPOT SHAKE  
GOBO 1 (metal)  
GOBO 1 SHAKE  
GOBO 2 (metal)  
GOBO 2 SHAKE  
4
5
6
7
4
5
6
7
Head 4  
Head 4  
66 - 73  
74 - 87  
88 - 95  
GOBO 3 (dichroic)  
GOBO 3 SHAKE  
GOBO 4 (metal)  
GOBO 4 SHAKE  
GOBO 5 (metal)  
GOBO 5 SHAKE  
GOBO 6 (metal)  
GOBO 6 SHAKE  
GOBO 7 (metal)  
GOBO 7 SHAKE  
GOBO 8 (metal)  
GOBO 8 SHAKE  
GOBO 9 (metal)  
GOBO 9 SHAKE  
GOBO 10 (metal)  
GOBO 10 SHAKE  
BLACK OUT  
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Gobo Layout  
96 - 109  
110 - 117  
118 - 131  
132 - 139  
140 - 153  
154 - 161  
162 - 175  
176 - 183  
184 - 197  
198 - 205  
206 - 219  
220 - 227  
228 - 241  
242 - 249  
250 - 255  
Gobo 3  
Gobo 4  
Gobo 2  
Gobo 1  
Gobo 5  
Gobo 6  
Gobo 7  
Gobo 8  
Gobo 9  
Gobo 10  
BLACK OUT SHAKE  
 
Specifications: DJ Scan 250HP™  
DJ Scan 250HP™  
Warranty  
Weight:  
11 Lbs./5 Kgs.  
1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
Dimensions:  
Lamp:  
Breaker:  
Voltage*:  
Gobos:  
21” (L) x 9” (W) x 9.5” (H)  
ZB-ELC10 24v-250w  
5 Amp  
120v/220v, 60Hz/50Hz  
10 Plus Spot  
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 1 Year (365 days)  
from the date of purchase. 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.  
Colors:  
Cooling:  
Working Position:  
7 Plus White  
Fan Cooled  
Any Safe Position  
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.  
* Operating voltage is preset at the factory.  
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 User Manual.  
Please Note: Specifications and improvements in the design of  
this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior  
written notice.  
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.  
©American DJ Supply  
American DJ World Headquarters:  
4295 Charter Street Los Angeles, CA 90058 USA  
Tel: 323-582-2650 / Fax: 323-582-2610  
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. All lamps and fuses are not covered under this warranty.  
 

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