American DJ DJ Equipment DJ Roller User Manual

DJ Roller™  
Unpacking  
Thank you for purchasing the DJ Roller™ by American DJ®. Every DJ  
Roller™ 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 unit for any damage and be sure all  
equipment necessary to operate the system has arrived intact. In the  
event damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact our  
toll free customer support number for further instructions. Please do not  
return the unit to your dealer without first contacting customer support.  
American DJ  
®
DJ Roller™  
Introduction  
Customer Support:  
American DJ® provides a toll free 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  
related issue please contact American DJ®. Service Hours are Monday  
through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 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  
your nearest American DJ dealer.  
PLEASE do not discard the shipping carton in the trash. Please  
recycle when ever possible.  
User Instructions  
Safety Issues: This unit may blow a fuse if the maximum allotted  
load of 15 amps is reached. If the fuse needs replacement, always  
replace the fuse with same exact type that was remove, unless  
otherwise instructed by an authorized American DJ® service techni-  
cian. Use of a different type fuse from that which is recommended may  
cause fire or electric shock and will void the manufactures warranty.  
American DJ  
4295 Charter Street  
Los Angeles, CA 90058  
 
DJ Roller™  
Set Up  
DJ Roller™  
Set Up  
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 con-  
nected 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 ZDMX/T) will decrease the possibilities of erratic  
Power Supply: Before plugging your unit in be sure the source volt-  
age in your area matches the required voltage for your American DJ®  
DJ Roller.™ The American DJ® DJ Roller is available in a 120v and  
220v version. Because line voltage may vary from venue to venue,  
you should be sure your unit voltages matches the wall outlet voltage  
before attempting to operate you fixture.  
Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements  
(For DMX Operation Only and Master-  
Slave): The DJ Roller™ may be controlled via  
DMX-512 protocol. Your unit and your DMX con-  
troller require a standard 3-pin XLR connector  
for data input and data output (Figure 1). If you  
are constructing your own cables, be sure to  
use standard two conductor shielded cable as  
behavior.  
Termination reduces signal errors and  
1
avoids signal transmission problems  
3
and interference. It is always advisable  
2
to connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance  
120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)  
Figure 4  
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.  
DJ Roller™  
DMX Addressing  
DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal binary language  
used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures. Each  
dip switch represents a binary value.  
Figure 1  
detailed in figure two (This cable may be pur-  
chased 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 may  
not be split.  
Dip Switch 1 address equals 1  
Dip Switch 2 address equals 2  
DMX CHANNEL  
2
8 32 128  
Dip Switch 3 address equals 4  
Dip Switch 4 address equals 8  
Dip Switch 5 address equals 16  
Dip Switch 6 address equals 32  
Dip Switch 7 address equals 64  
Dip Switch 8 address equals 128  
Dip Switch 9 address equals 256  
ON  
Notice: Be sure to follow figure 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.  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9  
1
4 16 64 256  
Each dip switch has a preset value, a desired DMX address is set by  
combining the dip switches that will create your desired value. For  
example: To achieve a DMX address of 21, combine dip switches 1, 3,  
and 5. Sense dip switch 1 has a value of 1, dip switch 3 has a value  
of 4, and dip switch 5 has a value of 16, the combination of the create  
a DMX value of 21.  
COMMON  
DMX512 OUT  
DMX512 IN  
1
2
1
2
DMX +  
DMX -  
CONTROLLER  
CONNECTOR  
3 PIN  
CONNECTOR  
3 PIN  
3
3
Figure 2  
XLR Female Socket  
2 Cold  
XLR Male Socket  
XLR Pin Configuration  
Pin 1 = Ground  
Set DMX address 21:  
Dipswitches # 1 = 1  
Set DMX address 201:  
Dipswitches # 1 = 1  
4 = 8  
1 Ground  
2 Cold  
1 Ground  
Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative)  
3 = 4  
5 = 16  
= 21  
3 Hot  
3 Hot  
Pin 3 = Data True (positive)  
7 = 64  
8 = 128  
Figure 3  
= 201  
 
DJ Roller™  
Operating Instructions  
DJ Roller™  
Operating Instructions  
Page 13 “Master Slave Dip Switch Settings”).  
Operating Modes:  
You may use the DJ Rollerin three different modes:  
• Stand alone mode - The unit will react to sound, chasing through  
the several built in programs. You can also use the optional MINI/C  
Remote Control to blackout the units.  
7. Please follow the chart on page 13 for all slave dipswitch settings.  
Note only one fixture may use the master units dip switch settings  
(see Page 13).  
8. 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.  
9. 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). Note: The remote control  
only operates in Stand-Alone and Master/Slave modes. If the  
remote is connected in DMX mode it will not function.  
• Master/Slave mode - You can daisy chain up to 4 units together to  
get 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 American DJ Show Designer.™  
For best results use fog or special effects smoke to enhance the  
beams projections. The DJ Roller™ comes with a protective transpor-  
tation cover. Be sure to remove it before attempting any operation!  
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 faster gobo/color changes. For Example:  
Stand Alone Mode:  
1. To operate as a stand alone unit, via its internal chases and  
microphone, turn all dip switches off (see Page 13; Master/Slave).  
2. Adjust the sensitivity knob on the bottom of the unit so the unit  
will react to sound.  
A. With DMX controller move the mirror up then program the step.  
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.  
3. The DJ Roller™ will now react to the bass sound of music via the  
1. Operating through a DMX controller allows users to create custom  
programs tailored to their individual needs. This function also  
allows you to use your fixtures as spots.  
internal microphone.  
Master-Slave Operation:  
2. This operation will allow you to control each individual fixtures  
traits with a standard DMX 512 controller such as the American DJ  
Show Designer™ or the American DJ® DMX Operator.™  
3. The DJ Roller™ uses four DMX channels to operate; Channel 1  
is Rotation, channel 2 is Tilt, channel 3 is Color change, and  
channel 4 Gobo change.  
4. To run your fixture in DMX mode, plug in the fixture via the XLR  
connections to any standard DMX controller. - Follow the set-up  
specifications that come with the controller.  
5. Set the proper fixture DMX address. The DMX address is adjusted  
with the dipswitches on the bottom panel of the unit. Page 13  
Details a DMX chart. Please note that the chart on page 13 is set-  
up as a guide only. For proper DMX addressing please refer to the  
DMX binary rules on page 6.  
1. This function will allow you to link up to 16 units together to run on  
the master unit’s internal programs.  
2. In Master-Slave operation one unit will act as the controlling unit  
and the others will react to the controlling units programs. Any unit  
can act as a Master or as a Slave.  
3. Daisy chain your units via the XLR connector on the bottom  
of the units.  
4. 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.  
5. 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 connector  
only.  
6. Turn all the master units dip switches to the off position (see  
 
DJ Roller™  
Optional Remote  
DJ Roller™  
Cleaning  
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.  
Due to fog residue, smoke, and dust, cleaning the internal and external  
optical lenses must be carried out periodically to optimize light output.  
1. Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the outside  
casing.  
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.  
5. Always be sure to dry all parts completely before plugging the  
unit in.  
The DJ Roller™ may be controlled by a wide range of controllers such  
as the American DJ® Show Designer,™ or DMX Operator.™ A basic  
blackout controller (MINI/C) may also be used with the DJ Roller.™  
Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture  
operates (i.e. smoke, fog residue, dust, dew).  
MINI/C features:  
DJ Roller™  
Lamp & Fuse Replacement  
30 ft. cable  
Always replace with the exact same type lamp and fuse, unless  
otherwise specified by an authorized American DJ® service tech-  
nician.  
Caution: Always disconnect the units main power before performing  
any type of service or fuse replacement! Always disconnect the main  
power before attempting to replace the lamp.  
Lamp Replacement:  
1. Be sure to follow proper procedures when handling halogen lamps.  
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.  
Stand-By (Blackout)  
Fuse Replacement: To replace the protective fuse, use a flat head  
screwdriver to unscrew and remove the fuse holder. Gently remove  
the old fuse and replace it with a new one. Insert the fuse holder back  
into the fuse housing and tighten.  
For any other service related issues, please contact American DJ®  
customer support.  
 
DJ Roller™  
Trouble Shooting  
DJ Roller™  
Trouble Shooting Cont.  
Listed below are a few common problems the user may encounter,  
with solutions.  
Unit blacks out in stand alone mode;  
1. Some of the units’ built-in patterns include special effects such  
as blackout sweeps.  
No light from the unit;  
1. Check if the ‘Power On’ (red) LED is lit and the fan is running. If  
2. Be sure the audio sensitivity knob is turn in the full clockwise  
position (maximum sensitivity).  
not, there is no main power supply.  
2. Check the fuse in the back panel.  
If problems are not resolved; Contact American DJ® customer  
support for possible service options.  
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.  
DJ Roller™  
Focusing  
Note: The unit has been designed to shut the lamp down after  
60 seconds of inactivity. This is a way of extending lamp life, be  
assured this is not a problem with the fixture.  
1. To focus a DJ Roller,™ 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.  
Unit not responding to DMX;  
3. Adjust the focus by manually moving the lens up and down.  
4. Tighten the thumb screw after you achieve your desired focus.  
1. If the Green LED on the top of the unit is flashing, the unit is  
definitely receiving DMX  
2. Check the dip switch settings.  
3. If the DMX LED is not lit, 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.  
4. If it is a bad connection, the Green LED may flash when cables are  
wiggled (but remember it may also be the unit sensing audio!)  
5. If DMX connectors are fairly short, ordinary microphone cables  
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.  
DJ Roller™  
Product Registration  
The DJ Roller™ carries 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® customer  
support for a R.A. number.  
DJ Roller™  
Halogen Lamp Warning  
This fixture is fitted with halogen lamps which are highly susceptible to  
damage if improperly handled. Never touch lamp 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.  
Unit does not respond to sound;  
1. Check to see if the unit is receiving DMX (the green LED should  
be off).  
2. Tapping the microphone should cause the LED to flash (quiet or  
high pitched sounds will not activate the unit). If the red LED  
does not flash to sound there may be an internal problem.  
3. Be sure the audio sensitivity knob is turn in the full clockwise  
position (maximum sensitivity).  
 
DJ Roller™  
Master/Slave Settings  
DJ Roller™  
DMX Traits  
The chart below details the Master/Slave dip switch setting for all 16  
units. For best operation never use more than 16 units in a Master/  
Slave configuration.  
DMX CHANNEL  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
4
3
1
2
TILT  
COLOR  
GOBO  
ROTATION  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7 8 9  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7 8 9  
Master - Head 1  
Slave 5  
Slave 9  
Slave 13  
PURPLE  
232-255  
SHUTTER  
GOBO 11  
GOBO 10  
GOBO 9  
GOBO 8  
GOBO 7  
GOBO 6  
GOBO 5  
GOBO 4  
GOBO 3  
GOBO 2  
GOBO 1  
242-255  
220-241  
198-219  
176-197  
154-175  
132-153  
110-131  
88-109  
66-87  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
PINK  
203-231  
174-202  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7 8 9  
255  
128  
CCW  
255  
45˚  
23˚  
Slave 2  
Slave 6  
Slave 10  
Slave 14  
ORANGE  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
YELLOW  
GREEN  
BLUE  
145-173  
116-144  
87-115  
58-86  
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
5
6
7
7
8
8
9
9
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
5
6
7
7
8
8
9
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7 8 9  
S TO P  
128  
Slave 3  
Slave 7  
Slave 11  
Slave 15  
4
5
6
4
5
6
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7 8 9  
Slave 4  
Slave 8  
Slave 16  
Slave 12  
RED  
0
0˚  
CW  
0
DJ Roller™  
DMX Settings  
44-65  
WHITE  
BLACKOUT  
29-67  
This chart details the DMX dip switch setting for the first 16 units. This  
chart is designed as a guide only. For dip switch settings beyond the  
sixteenth unit or for units not starting at DMX channel one, please  
follow standard binary DMX protocol for the correct dip switch settings.  
For DMX Operator™ settings, please refer to the DMX Operator™  
manual.  
22-43  
0-28  
0-21  
DJ Roller™  
Gobo Layout  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7 8 9  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7 8 9  
Head 1  
Head 5  
Head 9  
Head 13  
1
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
2
3
4
5
6
7 8 9  
This diagrams details the 11  
different gobo patterns.  
Head 2  
Head 6  
Head 10  
Head 14  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
1
1
2
2
3
4
5
6
7
7
8
8
9
9
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
5
6
7
7
8
8
9
9
1
1
2
2
3
4
5
6
7
7
8
8
9
9
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
5
6
7
7
8
8
9
9
Head 3  
Head 7  
Head 11  
Head 15  
3
4
5
6
4
5
6
3
4
5
6
4
5
6
Head 4  
Head 8  
Head 16  
Head 12  
 
DJ Roller™  
Warranty  
DJ Roller™  
Specifications  
1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
Model: DJ Roller™  
Weight:  
Dimensions:  
Lamp:  
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.  
21 Lbs.  
18” x 8.6” x 4.3”  
ZB-JCR/H5 15v/150w  
500 hour lamp life  
5A/250v GMA  
120v~60Hz or  
220v~50Hz  
10 plus spot  
7 Plus White  
Fan Cooled  
Fuse:  
Voltage*:  
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.  
Gobos:  
Colors:  
Cooling:  
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 Ameri-  
can DJ®; if the product is damaged because not properly maintained as set forth in the  
instruction manual.  
Working Position:  
Sound Active:  
Any Safe Position  
Yes  
* Operating voltage is preset at the factory.  
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 warranty  
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, including  
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 mer-  
chantability or fitness, shall apply to this product after said period has expired. The con-  
sumer’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.  
©American DJ Supply  
American DJ World Headquarters:  
4295 Charter Street Los Angeles, CA 90058 USA  
Tel: 323-582-2650 / Fax: 323-582-2610  
H. Lamps are not covered under this or any other warranty, either written or implied.  
 

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