Elation Professional Indoor Furnishings - Manual (Page 4)

DMX stands 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.
Dip Switch 1 address equals 1
Dip Switch 2 address equals 2
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
Dip Switch 10 is used to control the Master/Slave operation. Turning dip
switch 10 on will activate that unit as a “Master Unit.”
Waterfall™ Set Up
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DMX512 IN
3-PIN XLR
SOUND
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUT OUTPUT
SOUND
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUT OUTPUT
SOUND
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUT OUTPUT
DMX512
DMX+,DMX-,COMMON
1
2
3
Termination reduces signal errors and
avoids signal transmission problems
and interference. It is always advisable
to connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance
120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.
1
2
3
1
2
3
DMX +
DMX -
COMMON
DMX512 OUT
3-PIN XLR
Figure 4
Linking: Your unit comes with built in programs. These programs will
automatically run to the beat of music. For a more dramatic effect, link
several units together. Each unit can act a “Master Unit” that can control
up to 3 more units. Link the units together using standard DMX cable.
Follow the Master/Slave Dip Switch Chart on page 6 for proper dip
switch settings. The built programs are optimized for a four unit chase.
Waterfall™ DMX Addressing
DMX CHANNEL
1 2 3 5 4 7 9 10 8 6
ON
1 4 16 64 256
2 8 32 128
Waterfall™ Operation
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Stand Alone: This function is used when using only one unit or
running more than one unit as individual fixtures.
A. Set dip switch 10 to the on position (see page 6).
B. Plug the unit in, the unit will react to sound via an internal
microphone.
C. Use the audio sensitivity knob on the rear of the unit to make the
unit more or less sensitive to sound. Turning the knob in a clock-
wise direction will make the unit more sensitive to sound.
Master / Slave Operation: This function will allow you to link up
to 4 units together. In this mode, the units will react to sound via the
master units internal microphone. The units will also run to the built
in programs.
A. Use XLR cables to daisy chain the fixtures together. Remembering
the female XLR is the output, and the male XLR is the input.
B. Be sure to follow the dip switch chart on the top of page 6.
C. For longer cable runs, we suggest a terminator at the last fixture in
the cable run (see terminator on page 4).
Universal DMX Control: This function allows you to use a universal
DMX controller such as the Elation
®
Show Designer.™ The use of a
DMX controller will allow you to customize the use of fixtures allowing
you independent control of the color wheel and the ability to black out.
This will allow you to create your own programs or use your fixtures
as textured color changers.
A. The Waterfall™ is a one channel DMX fixture.
B. When using a DMX controller and setting up for DMX operation
follow the standard DMX Binary Code for a one (1) channel unit.
C. For help running in DMX mode consult the manual that comes
with your DMX controller.
D. For longer cable runs, we suggest a terminator at the last fixture in
the cable run (see terminator on page 4).
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 will
decrease the possibilities of erratic behavior.