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1. Even very small amounts of laser beam light are potentially hazardous even at long distances Laser eye injuries can be sustained faster than you can blink Do not think that because this laser splits the laser beam into hun dreds of beams and that the laser beam is scanned out in high speed that an individual laser beam is safe for eye exposure This laser uses dozens of milliwatts of laser power Class 3B levels inter nally before it splits into multiple beams Class 3R levels Many of the individual beams are potentially hazardous to the eyes Do not that because the laser light is moving it is safe This is not true Nor do the laser beams always move Since eye injuries can occur instantly it is critical to prevent even the smallest possibility of any direct eye exposure In the laser safety regulation it is not legal to aim Class 3R lasers in areas which people can get exposed This is true even if it is aimed below people s faces such as on a dance floor Do not operate the laser without first reading and understanding all safety and technical data in this manual Always set up and install all laser effects so that all laser light is at least 3 meters 9 8 feet above the floor on which people can stand American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 5 Fusion Scan 250 Laser Warnings and Safety After setting up and before public use test laser to ensure proper function Do not use2. 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 errors and avoids signal transmission problems O and interference It is always advisable G X z to connect a DMX terminal Resistance 120 Ohm 1 4 W between PIN 2 DMX and PIN 3 DMX of the last fixture Figure 4 American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 7 Fantasy Scan 250 Set Up 5 Pin XLR DMX Connectors Some manufactures use 5 pin XLR connectors for DAIA transmission in place of 3 pin 5 pin XLR fixtures may be implemented in a 3 pin XLR DMX line When inserting standard 5 pin XLR connectors in to a 3 pin line a cable adaptor must be used these adaptors are readily available at most electric stores The chart below details a proper cable conversion 3 Pin XLR to 5 Pin XLR Conversion 3 Pin XLR Female Out 5 Pin XLR Male In Data True signal Pin 3 American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 8 Fusion Scan 250 Operating Instructions CAUTION IMPORTANT When installing this projector make sure that it is mounted in a manner that prevents the audience from looking directly into the beam and the beam from striking the audience For best result
3. postion All fixtures will now run in the same exact pattern Note Only one fixture may use the master units dipswitch settings 5 After all the units settings have been set and are plugged in adjust the sensitivity knob on the bottom of the master unit to American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 9 Fusion Scan 250 Operating Instructions make them react to sound 7 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 func tion If the units do not receive an active DMX signal the units will automatically react to sound in the Master Slave mode 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 A With the 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 1 Operating through a DMX controller gives the user freedom to create his her own programs tailored to their own individual
4. prohibited by applicable law all implied warranties made by American Du Inc 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 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 Du Inc be liable for any loss or damage direct or consequential arising out of the use of or inability to use this product This warranty is the only written warranty applicable to American DJ and American Audio Products and supersedes all prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and conditions heretofore published MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY PERIODS e All American Audio Products 1 year 865 day Limited Warranty except V Plus Series Ampli fiers e All American Audio V Plus Series Amplifiers 3 year 1095 day Limited Warranty e American DJ Lighting and American DJ Branded Products 1 year 365 day Limited Warranty Such as Special Effect Lighting Intelligent Lighting UV lighting Strobes Fog Machines Bubble Machines Mirror Balls Par Cans Trussing Lighting Stands etc excluding Laser Products lamps and Star Tec Series e American DJ Laser Products and Star Tec Product
5. American OG FUSION Rev 10 09 SLAN pad Di User Instructions Fusion Scan 250 Introduction Introduction Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Fusion Scan 250 by American DJe one of the finest pieces of its kind on the market today The Fusion Scan 250 is a excellent light weight intel ligent fixture Due to its physical specifications its 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 Fusion Scan 250 was designed to run in a Master Slave mode but can be used with any universal DMX 512 controller Customer Support American DJe 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 operation You may also visit us on the web at www americandj com 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 800 322 6337 Fax 323 582 2941 E mail support americandj com To purchase parts online visit http parts americandj com 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 attemp
6. ase contact American DJe cus tomer support for a R A number American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 12 Fusion Scan 250 Trouble Shooting Listed below are a few common problems the user may encounter with solutions No light from the unit 1 Check the breaker in the back panel 2 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 all cables are connected to the right connectors it does matter which way the inputs and outputs are connected 3 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 4 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 Unit does not respond to sound 1 Be sure the audio sensitivity knob is turn in the full clockwise position maximum sensitivity Unit blacks out in stand alone mode 1 Some of the units built in
7. at the location country of use Always use proper lighting safety cables when hanging lights and effects overhead American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 6 Fusion Scan 250 Laser Warninig Labels AYUS O i E Number 10 alley 41 lane 116 For laser products with the exception of a it to Laser Notice Number 50 date July 26 2001 poje e e American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 5 Fusion Scan 250 Set Up Power Supply Before plugging your unit in be sure the source volt age in your area matches the required voltage for your American DJe Fusion Scan 250 The American DJe Fusion Scan 250 is available in a 120v and 220v version Because line voltage may vary from venue to venue you should be sure your unit voltage matches the wall outlet voltage before attempting to operate you fixture Also be sure the power cable matches the voltage and current requirements of the unit DMX 512 DMX is short for Digital Multiplex This is a universal pro tocol used by most lighting and controller manufactures as a fo
8. d your DMX controller require a standard 3 pin XLR connector for data input and data output Figure 1 If you are making your own Way cables be sure to use standard two Figure 1 American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 6 Fusion Scan 250 Set Up conductor shielded cable This cable may be purchased at almost all professional 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 cannot be split 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 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 COMMON DMX512 OUT DMX512 IN 3 PIN XLR DMX 3 PIN XLR Figure 2 XLR Male Socket XLR Female Socket 1 Ground z 2 Cold Figure 3 XLR Pin Configuration I I l 2 Cold i 1 Ground Pin 1 Ground Pin 2 Data Compliment negative I I l 4 Pin 3 Data True positive 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
9. ed to reduce the risk of electrical shock and fire in case of an internal short e Disconnect from main power before making any type of connection e Do not remove the top cover under any conditions There are no user serviceable parts inside e 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 e Do not attempt to operate this unit if it becomes damaged in any way e Never operate this unit when it s cover is removed e To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire do not expose this unit rain or moisture e This unit is intended for indoor use only use of this product out doors voids all warranties e During long periods of non use disconnect the unit s main power e Always mount this unit in safe and stable matter e Power Cord Protection Power cords should be routed so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs conve nience receptacles and the point where they exit from the unit e Cleaning Follow the directions on page 14 e Heat The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appliances including amplifiers that produce heat American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 3 Fusion Scan 250 e The fixture
10. if any defect is detected Do not use if laser emits only one or two laser beams rather than dozens hundreds as this could indicate damage to the diffraction grating optic and could allow emission of higher laser levels above Class 3R Do not point lasers at people or animals Never look into the laser aperture or laser beams Do not point lasers in areas in which people can potentially get exposed such as uncontrolled balconies etc Do not point lasers at highly reflective surfaces such as windows mirrors and shiny metal Even laser reflections can be hazardous Never point a laser at aircraft this is a federal offense Never point un terminated laser beams into the sky Do not expose the output optic aperture to cleaning chemicals Do not use laser if the laser appears to be emitting only one or two beams Do not use the laser if the housing is damaged the housing is open or if the optics appear damaged in any way Never open the laser housing The high laser power levels inside of the protective housing can start fires burn skin and will cause instant eye injury Never leave this device running unattended The operation of a class 3R laser show is only allowed if the show is controlled by a skilled and well trained operator familiar with the data included in this manual The legal requirements for using laser entertainment products vary from country to country The user is responsible for the legal require ments
11. if the serial number has been altered or removed if the product is modified in any manner which American DJ Inc concludes after inspection affects the reliability of the product if the product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the American DJ Inc factory unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser by American DJ Inc if the product is damaged because not properly maintained as set forth in the instruction manual 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 Du Inc will replace defective parts at its expense with new or refurbished parts and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair labor by reason of defects in material or workmanship The sole responsibility of Ameri can DJ Inc 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 Du Inc 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 man ufactured 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
12. 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 Elatione Show Designer or the Elatione DMX Operator 3 The Fusion Scan 250 uses five DMX channels to operate Channel 1 is Pan channel 2 is Tilt channel 3 is Color channel 4 Gobos and channel 5 controls the Green Laser 4 Torun your fixture in DMX mode plug in the fixture via the XLR connections to any standard DMX controller Set dipswitch 1 to the on position Follow the set up specifications that come with the controller American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 10 Fusion Scan 250 Optional Remote 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 The Fusion Scan 250 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 MINI C features 30 ft cable Stand by Black out American DJ Su
13. od you may never need a DMX controller ZB ELC10 24V 250W DMX 512 Compatible Stepper motors for smooth movements 7 colors plus white 10 Gobos plus spot Green Laser Gobo Shake Master Slave Operation Sound Active Optional MINI C controller for blackout control Optional Wireless MINI C controller for blackout control American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 4 Fusion Scan 250 Laser Warnings and Safety NON INTERLOCKED HOUSING WARNING The Fusion Scan 250 contains high power laser devices internally Do not open the laser housing due to the potential exposure to unsafe levels of laser radiation The laser power levels if the unit is Opened can cause instant blindness skin burns and fires STOP AND READ ALL LASER SAFETY DATA OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS AND LASER SAFETY The light source emitted from this product can potentially cause eye injury if not set up and used properly The light source emitted from a laser is very different from any other light sources with which you may be aware of Laser light is thousands of times more concentrated than any light from any other kind of light source This concentration of light can cause instant eye injuries primarily by burning the retina the back of your eyeball contatining cells that are sensitive to light Even if you cannot feel heat from a laser beam it can still poten tially injure or blind you or your audience
14. patterns include special effects such as blackout sweeps 2 Be sure the audio sensitivity knob is turn in the full clockwise position maximum sensitivity If problems are not resolved Contact your American DJe customer support for possible service options American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 13 Fusion Scan 250 Cleaning Due to fog residue smoke and dust cleaning the internal and exter nal optical lenses must be carried out periodically to optimize light output 1 Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the out side 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 Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates i e smoke fog residue dust dew Emerald Scan Breaker Reset This unit is equipped with a built in safety breaker This breaker is designed to close the power circuit in the event of an internal short or power surge This will reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire and protect the circuitry To reset the breaker push the breaker button in until you hear it pop back in to
15. place If the breaker continues to pop stop using the unit and contact our customer support team the unit may need to be returned for service American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 14 Fusion Scan 250 Master Slave Settings The following details the proper dipswitch setting for Master Slave configuration Master Slave Chart Master Slave Chart Program 1 Program 2 n enAnnan on Anane oo ie ready gt COTO E T Il Fusion Scan 250 Gobo 6 Gobo 7 Gobo 8 Gobo 9 Gobo 10 American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 15 Fusion Scan 250 DMX Traits WAN TILT COLORS LAMP OFF WHITE RED BLUE GREEN YELLOW ORANGE PINK PURPLE GOBO SPOT SPOT SHAKE GOBO 1 GOBO 1 SHAKE GOBO 2 GOBO 2 SHAKE GOBO 3 GOBO 3 SHAKE GOBO 4 GOBO 4 SHAKE GOBO 5 GOBO 5 SHAKE GOBO 6 GOBO 6 SHAKE GOBO 7 GOBO 7 SHAKE GOBO 8 GOBO 8 SHAKE GOBO 9 GOBO 9 SHAKE GOBO 10 GOBO 10 SHAKE BLACKOUT BLACKOUT SHAKE 250 255 GREEN LASER LASER OFF 5 0 127 128 255 LASER ON American DJ Supply ww
16. pply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 11 Fusion Scan 250 Lamp Replacement 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 2 Lamp replacement has been made simple by incorporating the use of a removable lamp tray and thumb screws Loosen the thumb screw on rear cover Remove the tray Remove and replace the bulb Reassemble D a o Remember to always replace with the exact same type lamp and fuse unless otherwise specified by an authorized American DJ service technician Fusion Scan 250 Focusing 1 To focus a Fusion Scan 250 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 3 Adjust the focus by manually moving the lens up and down 4 Tighten the thumb screw after you achieve your desired focus Fusion Scan 250 Product Registration The Fusion Scan 250 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 Ple
17. rm of communication between intelligent fixtures and controllers A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions from the controller to the fix ture 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 compli ant 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 Therefore the first fixture controlled by the controller could be the last fixture in the chain 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 and Master Slave Operation The Fusion Scan 250 can be con trolled via DMX 512 protocol The Fusion Scan 250 is a five channel DMX unit The DMX address is set using the dipswitches on the front panel of the unit Your unit an
18. s 90 Day Limited Warranty e American DJ L E D Products 3 year 1095 day Limited Warranty excluding motors which have a 1 year 365 day Limited Warranty American DJ Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 17 Specifications Fusion Scan 250 11 4 Lbs 21 L x 9 W x 9 5 H ZB ELC 24v 250w 4 9mW Green Diode 5 Amp 120v 220v 60HZ 50Hz 10 Plus Spot 7 Plus White Fan Cooled Any Safe Position Working Position 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 American DJ American DJ World Headquarters 6122 S Eastern Ave Los Angeles CA 90040 USA Tel 323 582 2650 Fax 323 725 6100 Web www americandj com E mail info americandj com
19. s use fog or special effects smoke to enhance the beams projections The Fusion Scan 250 comes with a protective transportation cover Be sure to remove it before attempting any operation Stand Alone Sound Active Mode 1 To operate as a stand alone sound active unit set dipswitch 10 into the On position 2 Adjust the sensitivity knob on the bottom of the unit so the unit will react to sound 3 The Fusion Scan 250 will now react to the bass sound of music via the internal microphone Master Slave Operation Sound Active This function will allow you to link units together to run a master slave configuration The units will be sound activated In Master Slave oper ation 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 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 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 Please follow chart on page 13 for dipswitch settings or to runa synchronized light show set all the dipswitches on the slave fix tures to the off position and on the master unit set dipswitch 10 to the on
20. 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 fixture does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance Fusion Scan 250 Features The Fusion Scan 250 features a bright 250 watt halogen bulb with a separate gobo and color wheel and a green laser effect The color wheel features seven brilliant colors plus white and the gobo wheel features 10 gobos plus a large spot This fixture incorporates the use of high quality stepper motors for a more accurate mirror move ment Mirror movement allows for a full 90 degree tilt vertical and a 45 degree pan horizontal An internal built in microphone allows the fixtures to run in Stand Alone mode so there is no need for an exter nal controller The Fusion Scan 250 may also be set up to run ina Master Slave mode when used in multiples up to four units When used in the Master Slave mode the unit will chase to several internal programs The Fusion Scan 250 can also be controlled via a stan dard DMX controller such as the Elatione Show Designer or the Elatione DMX Operator giving the user independent control over the gobo and color wheel as well as the mirrors pan and tilt movements Safety Precautions Note The built in programs in the Fusion Scan 250 are so go
21. t any repairs yourself doing so will void your manufactures war ranty In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact American DJe 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 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 Supply www americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 2 Fusion Scan 250 Safety Precautions VISIBLE LASER RADIATION AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE LASER DIODE WAVELENGTH 635 650 nm Max Output lt 4 9mW Class Illa Laser Product e Do not spill water or other liquids into or on to your unit e Be sure that the local power outlet match that of the required volt age for your unit e Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord has been frayed or broken Please route your power cord out of the way of foot traffic e Do not attempt to remove or break off the ground prong from the electrical cord This prong is us
22. w americandj com Fusion Scan 250 User Manual Page 16 Fusion Scan 250 Warranty MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY A American Du Inc hereby warrants to the original purchaser American DJ and American Audio products to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a prescribed period from the date of purchase see specific warranty period on reverse 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 ac ceptable evidence at the time service is sought B For warranty service you must obtain a Return Authorization number RA before sending back the product Contact American Du Inc Service Department at 800 322 6337 Send the product only to the American Du Inc 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 Inc 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 it s original package No accessories should be shipped with the product If any accessories are shipped with the product American Du Inc shall have no liability whatsoever for loss of or damage to any such accessories nor for the safe return thereof C This warranty is void
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