DMX OPERATOR

DMX-512 MIDI
CAPABLE

User Instructions
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01/05/18 1 Updated Release

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DMX Operator Table of Contents

Introduction 3
Features / Warranty Registration 4
Safety Precautions 5
Controls and Functions 6
Rear Connections 8
DMX Addressing 9
Programming Scenes 10
Editing Scenes 11
Programming Chases / Editing Chases 13
Playback Scenes & Chases 15
USB Backup / Upload / Firmware 16
MIDI Operation 18
Dimensional Drawing 19
Trouble Shooting 20
Warranty 21
Technical Specifications 22

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 DMX Operator Introduction
Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the DMX Operator by ADJ Products, LLC. Every DMX Operator
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 fixture for any damage and be sure all accessories necessary to
operate the unit has arrived intact. In the case damage has been found or parts are missing, please
contact our toll free customer support number for further instructions. Do not return this unit to your
dealer without first contacting customer support.
Introduction: The ADJ DMX Operator has 12 individual fixture buttons which allow you to control up
to 12 separate intelligent lighting fixtures with up to 16 DMX channels each. With ADJ’s DMX Operator
Controller, you can record up to 6 chanses with separate fade times and step speeds. The 8 individual
channel faders provide you with easy controllability of any DMX fixture. To optimize the performance
of this product, please read these operating instructions carefully to familiarize yourself with the basic
operations of this controller. Please keep this manual with the unit, for future reference.
Customer Support: ADJ provides a 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 at www.adj.com for any comments or suggestions. Service Hours are Monday through
Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
Voice: (323) 582-2650
Fax: (323) 582-2941
E-mail: [email protected]
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 warranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service
please contact ADJ Products, LLC.
PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.

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 DMX Operator Features
• Control up to 192 DMX Channels
• Control up to 12 Separate DMX intelligent lights with up to 16 DMX channels per fixture
• Record up to 6 chases with separate fade times and step speeds
• 8 individual faders
• MIDI controllable
• 3-Pin DMX Connection
• Built-In Microphone

DMX Operator Warranty Registration

The DMX Operator carries a 2 year limited warranty. Please 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. The R.A. number must be clearly written on the
outside of the return package. A brief description of the problem as well as the R.A. number must also
be written down on a piece of paper included in the shipping carton. If the unit is under warranty, you
must provide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice. You may obtain a R.A. number by contacting
our customer support team on our customer support number. All packages returned to the service
department not displaying a R.A. number on the outside of the package will be returned to the shipper.

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 DMX Operator Safety Precautions
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this unit rain or moisture
• Do not spill water or other liquids into or on to your unit.
• Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power supply has been frayed or broken.
• Never operate this unit when it’s cover is removed.
• 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.
• Do not attempt to operate this controller, if it becomes damaged.
• This unit is intended for indoor use only, use of this product outdoors voids all warranties.
• During long periods of non-use, disconnect the unit’s main power.
• Always mount this unit in safe and stable matter.
• Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the point they exit from the unit.
• Heat -The controller should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• The controller 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 controller.
C. The controller has been exposed to rain or water.
D. The controller does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
E. The controller has fallen and/or subjected to extreme handling.

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DMX Operator Controls and Functions

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 DMX Operator Controls and Functions
1. FIXTURE BUTTONS - Used to Select any or all of 12 fixtures. This is what selects which
DMX channels go to the fixtures.
See addressing of fixtures on page 9 for more information
2. SCENE BUTTONS - Used to store Scenes in program mode or playback your scenes in
playback mode
3. LCD DISPLAY - Displays values and settings depending on the chosen function.
4. BANK BUTTONS ( OR )- Selects which Bank you want to use. (there are 30 selectable
banks total.)
5. CHASE - Used to select chases (1-6).
6. PROGRAM - Used to activate program mode. Display blinks when activated.
7. MIDI / REC - Used to control MIDI operation or to Record each step for Scene and
Chases.
8. AUTO/DEL- Select AUTO speed in chase mode or Deletes Scenes and or chases.
9. AUDIO / BANK COPY- Used to trigger sound activation in Chase mode or to copy a bank
of scenes from one to another in Program Mode.
10. BLACKOUT - Disables or enables all channel outputs.
11. TAP SYNC / DISPLAY - In Auto Chase mode used to change rate of chase. Also used to
change LCD Display in Manual Chase.
12. FADE TIME SLIDER - Used to adjust the FADE TIME. Fade Time is the amount of time it
takes the DMX Operator to completely change from one scene to another.
For example; if the fade time slider is set to 0 (zero) a scene change will be instant. If the
slider is set to ‘30s’ it will take the DMX Operator 30 seconds to complete the change
from one scene to the next.
13. SPEED SLIDER - Used to adjust the rate of chase speed in Auto Mode.
14. PAGE SELECT - Used to switch between PAGE A (1-8) & PAGE B (9-16) channel banks.
15. FADERS (1-8) - Used to adjust the channel/values from 0% to 100%.

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 DMX Operator Rear Connections

16 17 18 19

PUSH

16. MIDI IN - Receives MIDI data.

17. DMX OUT - Used to send DMX signal to fixtures or Packs.
18. USB INTERFACE - This USB INTERFACE has 3 uses:
• Connect a USB LED lamp, with MAX output current of 500mA (Light Not Included).
• Connect a USB stick (not included) and backup all controller settings
(chases/scenes/other settings). You are able to backup 12 files (fixtures 1-12).
Please see page 16 for backup instructions.
• Contact a USB stick (not included) to upload new controller firmware.
NOTE: Please contact ADJ customer support for more details.
19. DC INPUT - Accepts a DC 9~12V, 300 mA minimum, power supply.

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 DMX Operator DMX Addressing

ADDRESSING FIXTURES
In order to have individual control of each fixture with the DMX Operator, the fixture address-
es should be addressed as follows.
Fixture Button # 1 starts at 1
Fixture Button # 2 starts at 17
Fixture Button # 3 starts at 33
Fixture Button # 4 starts at 49
Fixture Button # 5 starts at 65
Fixture Button # 6 starts at 81
Fixture Button # 7 starts at 97
Fixture Button # 8 starts at 113
Fixture Button # 9 starts at 129
Fixture Button # 10 starts at 145
Fixture Button # 11 starts at 161
Fixture Button # 12 starts at 177

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 DMX Operator Programming Scenes
1. PRESS AND HOLD PROGRAM BUTTON DOWN (6) for three (3) seconds to activate program
mode. The LCD DISPLAY (3) will indicate the controller is in program mode by displaying
a continuous fast blinking light next to ‘PROG.
2. Select a fixture to program by pressing any or all FIXTURE BUTTONS 1 TO 12 (1).
3. Adjust the faders to the desired fixture settings (i.e. Color, Gobo, Pan, Tilt, Speed, etc.), by
adjusting the fader values from 0-255. Use the PAGE A, B BUTTON (14) if your fixture has
more than eight channels. When switching from Page A to B, you have to move faders to
activate channels.
4. Once the desired fixture settings have been made, press the selected FIXTURE BUTTON (1)
to stop the adjustment of that fixture. Press another FIXTURE BUTTON (1) to select
another fixture to adjust. Make adjustments to multiple fixtures at the same time by selecting
multiple FIXTURE BUTTONS (1) at a time.
5. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until all the fixture settings are complete.
6. When the entire scene is set, press and release the MIDI / REC BUTTON (7) .
8. Press a SCENE BUTTON 1-8 (2) to store this scene. ALL LEDS BLINK 3 TIMES and the LCD
will display the bank and scene where the scene was stored.
9. Repeat steps 2-8 to record the first 8 scenes.
You can copy the settings from one fixture button to another in case you want to add more
lights to your show. Just press and hold the fixture button you want to copy then press the
fixture button you want to copy to.
10. Use the UP and DOWN BANK BUTTONS (4) to record more banks of scenes. There are a
total of 30 banks you can store up to 8 scenes per a bank for a total of 240 scenes.
11. To exit Program Mode press and hold the PROGRAM BUTTON (6) for three seconds. When
exiting Program Mode the Blackout LED is on, to de-activate blackout press the BLACKOUT
BUTTON (10).

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 DMX Operator Editing Scenes
SCENE COPY:
This function allows you to copy the settings of one scene to another.
1. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON (6) for three seconds to activate the Program Mode. The
LCD DISPLAY (3) will indicate Program Mode by displaying a continuous fast blinking dot
next to “PROG”.
2. Use the UP and DOWN BANK BUTTONS (4) to locate the bank / scene you wish to copy.
3. Press the SCENE BUTTON (2), that contains the scene you want to copy.
4. Use the UP and DOWN BANK BUTTONS (4) to select the bank you want to copy the scene to.
5. Press the MIDI / REC BUTTON (7) followed by the SCENE BUTTON (2) you wish to copy to.

SCENE EDITING:
This function allows you to make changes in a scene after it has been programmed.
1. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON (6) for three seconds to activate Program Mode.
The LCD DISPLAY (3) will indicate Program Mode by displaying a continuous fast blinking dot
next to “PROG”.
2. Use the UP AND DOWN BANK BUTTONS (4) to select the bank / scene that you wish to edit.
3. Select the scene you want to edit by pressing its SCENE BUTTON (2).
4. Use the FADERS (15) to make your desired adjustments.
5. Once you’ve made your changes, press the MIDI / REC BUTTON (7) followed by the SCENE
BUTTON (2) that corresponds to the scene your editing which will store the edited scene into memory.
Note: Be sure to select the same scene selected in step 4, otherwise you may accidentally record
over an existing scene.

RESET ALL SCENES:

This function will erase all scenes in all Banks. (ALL Channels of all scenes are reset to 0 output.
1. Press and hold down the PROGRAM button (6)
2. While holding down the PROGRAM BUTTON (6), press and hold the BANK DOWN BUTTON (4).
3. Disconnect the power from the controller and release the buttons.
4. Reconnect the power to the controller, and all scenes should be erased.

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 DMX Operator Editing Scenes
COPY BANK OF SCENES:
This function will copy the settings of one bank to another.
1. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON (6) for three seconds to activate Program Mode. The
LCD DISPLAY (3) will indicate Program Mode by displaying a continuous fast blinking dot
next to “PROG”.
2. Select the BANK BUTTON (4) you want to copy
3. Press and release the MIDI/REC BUTTON (7)
4. Select the BANK BUTTON (4) you wish to record to.
5. Press AUDIO/BANK COPY BUTTON (9), and the LCD DISPLAY (3) will flash briefly to indicate
the function has been completed.

DELETE BANK OF SCENES:

1. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON (6) for three seconds to activate Program Mode. The
LCD DISPLAY (3) will indicate Program Mode by displaying a continuous fast blinking dot
next to “PROG”.
2. Select the BANK BUTTON (4) you want to delete
3. Press and hold the AUTO/DEL BUTTON (8).
4. While holding down the AUTO/DEL BUTTON (8) press and hold the AUDIO/BANK COPY
BUTTON (9) at the same time.
5. Release both buttons at the same time, and the LCD DISPLAY (3) should flash momentarily
to indicate the function has been completed.

DELETE SCENE:
This function will reset all DMX Channels in a single SCENE back to 0.
1. While pressing and holding AUTO/DEL BUTTON (8), Press and release the SCENE BUTTON (2)
1-8 you want to delete.

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 DMX Operator Programming Chases/ Editing
PROGRAMMING CHASES:

Note: You must program scenes before you can program chases.

1. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON (6) for three seconds to activate Program Mode.
The LCD DISPLAY (3) will indicate Program Mode by displaying a continuous fast blinking
dot next to “PROG”.
2. Select any CHASE BUTTON 1 TO 6 (5) to program.
3. Select a desired SCENE BUTTON (2) from any bank that has been previously recorded.
4. Press the MIDI/REC BUTTON (7) and all LED’s will blink 3 times
5. Repeat steps 3 & 4 as many times as you want. You may store up to 240 steps into one chase.
6. To exit the Program Mode, press the PROGRAM BUTTON (6) for three seconds. The LCD
DISPLAY (3) will indicate Blackout Mode by displaying a continuous fast blinking dot next
to “Blackout”. You may now playback the Recorded Chase. (See pages 15-16)

EDITING CHASES
INSERT A STEP:
1. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON (6) for three seconds to activate Program Mode.
The LCD DISPLAY (3) will indicate Program Mode by displaying a continuous flashing light
next to “PROG”.
2. Select the CHASE BUTTON 1 TO 6 (5) you wish to add a step to.
3. Press and release the TAP SYNC/DISPLAY BUTTON (11), and the LCD DISPLAY will now
show the step you are now in.
4. After selecting the TAP SYNC/DISPLAY BUTTON (11) use the UP and DOWN BUTTONS to
manually scroll to the STEP you wish to insert a step after.
5. Press MIDI/REC BUTTON (7) the LCD DISPLAY will show one step number higher.
6. Press the Scene Button you want to insert.
6. Press MIDI/REC BUTTON (7) again to insert new step.
7. Press and release the TAP SYNC/DISPLAY BUTTON (11) to return to normal operation.

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 DMX Operator Editing
DELETE A STEP:
1. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON (6) for three seconds to activate Program Mode.
The LCD DISPLAY (3) will indicate Program Mode by displaying a continuous flashing light
next to “PROG”.
2. Select the CHASE BUTTON 1 TO 6 (5) that contains the step you would like to delete.
3. Press and release the TAP SYNC/DISPLAY BUTTON (11).
4. After selecting the TAP SYNC/DISPLAY BUTTON (11) use the UP and DOWN BUTTONS to
manually scroll to the step you wish to delete.
5. When you have reached the step you wish to delete, press and release the
AUTO/DEL BUTTON (8).

DELETE A COMPLETE CHASE:

1. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON (6) for three seconds to activate Program Mode.
The LCD DISPLAY (3) will indicate Program Mode by displaying a continuous flashing light
next to “PROG”.
2. Press and hold down the AUTO/DEL BUTTON (8).
3. While holding down the AUTO/DEL BUTTON (8) press the CHASE BUTTON 1 TO 6 that you
want to delete, twice. The chase should be deleted.

DELETE ALL CHASES:

This function will allow you to clear all chase memory (delete all chases).
1. Press and hold down the AUTO/DEL (8) & BANK DOWN BUTTONS (4).
2. While holding down the AUTO/DEL (8) & BANK DOWN BUTTONS (4) disconnect the
power.
3. Holding down the AUTO/DEL (8) & BANK DOWN BUTTONS (4) reconnect the power hold
for 3 seconds LED’s blink all chase memory should be erased.

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 DMX Operator Playback Scenes & Chases
MANUAL RUN SCENES:
1. When power is first turned on, the unit is in Manual Scene Mode.
2. Make sure AUTO & AUDIO BUTTON LED’S (8 & 9) are off.
3. Select the desired BANK BUTTON (4) using the UP and DOWN BANK BUTTONS (4), that
store the scenes you wish to run.
4. Press the SCENE BUTTON (2) to run the scene you selected.
MANUAL RUN CHASES:
This function will allow you to manually step through all scenes in any Chase.
1. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON (6) for three seconds to activate Program Mode. The
LCD DISPLAY (3) will indicate Program Mode by displaying a continuous fast blinking dot
next to ‘PROG.’
2. Execute a chase by selecting a CHASE BUTTON 1 TO 6 (5).
5. Press the TAP SYNC BUTTON (11).
6. Use the BANK BUTTONS (4) to scroll through the chase.
Note: LCD DISPLAY will show the number of the step in the Chase not the Scene bank/ number.

AUTO RUN SCENES:

This function will run a bank of programmed scenes in a sequential loop.
1. Press the AUTO/DEL BUTTON (8) to activate the Auto Mode. A flashing light in the LCD
DISPLAY (3) will indicate Auto Mode.
2. Use the UP and DOWN BANK BUTTONS (4), to select a bank of scenes to run.
3. After selecting the bank of scenes you want run, you can use the SPEED (13) and FADE (12)
faders to adjust the scene chase.
Note: You can change banks, to run different scene sequences, at any time by pressing
the UP and DOWN BANK BUTTONS (4).
Note: When Adjusting Fade time never make it slower than the Speed setting or your
scene will not be completed before a new step is sent.
AUTO RUN CHASES:
1. Select your desired chase by pressing any or all of the six CHASE BUTTONS (5).
2. Press and release the AUTO/DEL BUTTON (8).
3. The corresponding LED will flash in the LCD DISPLAY (3) indicating Auto mode is engaged.
4. Adjust the SPEED (13) and FADE (12) times to your desired settings.
5. The chase will now run according to your set speed and fade time.
Note: You can override the speed by tapping the TAP SYNC /DISPLAY BUTTON (11)
three times, the chase would then run according to the time interval of your taps.
Note: when Adjusting fade time never make it slower than the Speed setting or your
scenes will not be completed before a new step is sent.
Note: If you want to include all the Chases press the AUTO/DEL BUTTON (8) before selecting
Chase.

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 DMX Operator Playback Scenes & Chases
RUN SCENES VIA SOUND ACTIVE:
1. Press the AUIDO/BANK COPY BUTTON (9) to turn on the corresponding LED in the LCD
DISPLAY (3).
2. Select the bank that holds the scenes you wish to chase by using UP or DOWN
BUTTONS (4), you may also use a MIDI controller to change the scenes (see MIDI operation).
3. Press AUDIO/BANK COPY BUTTON (9) to exit.

RUN CHASES VIA SOUND ACTIVE:

1. Select your desired chase by pressing one of the six CHASE BUTTONS (5).
2. Press and release the AUDIO/BANK COPY BUTTON (9).
3. The corresponding LED will flash in the LCD DISPLAY (3) indicating Audio mode is
engaged.
4. Chase will now run to sound.

ADJUST THE SOUND SENSITIVITY:

1. Press the AUIDO/BANK COPY BUTTON (9) to turn on the corresponding LED in the LCD
DISPLAY (3).
2. Press and hold the AUIDO/BANK COPY BUTTON (9) and use the BANK UP/DOWN
BUTTONS (4) to adjust the sound sensitivity.

Backup Data / Upload Data / Firmware Update Using USB Stick

NOTE: USB STICK MUST BE FORMATTED TO EITHER FAT32 OR FAT 16
USB DATA BACKUP:
1. Insert your USB stick into the rear USB interface. Press and hold the AUTO/DEL BUTTON (8),
and press the BANK UP BUTTON (4).
2. The LCD DISPLAY (3) will show “SAVE”.
3. Press the desired FIXTURE BUTTON (1) (fixtures 1-12), to backup all the settings for that
fixture to the USB drive. You can backup a maximum of up to 12 files.
4. After you have finished backing up your desired settings, you can transfer the files to a
computer as backup.

CHECKING YOUR BACKUP FILES ON THE COMPUTER:

1. Insert the USB stick with your backup fixture files into a computer. Open the folder
marked “DMX _OPERATOR”. Your fixture files will be display as “FileX”. “X” represents 1
of 12 fixture files.

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 Backup Data / Upload Data / Firmware Update Using USB Stick
UPLOAD USB DATA:
1. Insert your USB stick into the rear USB interface. Press and hold the AUTO/DEL BUTTON (8),
and press the BANK DOWN BUTTON (4).
2. The LED DISPLAY (3) will show “LOAD”.
3. The FIXTURE BUTTON LEDs which were saved on the USB stick will now glow.
4. Press the corresponding FIXTURE BUTTON (1) that you would like to reload the
corresponding settings to. After pressing the FIXTURE BUTTON, the backedup settings
will now load to the FIXTURE BUTTON.

FIRMWARE UPDATE:
Follow these simple instructions to update controller firmware.
1. Power OFF the controller.
2. Connect a compatible FAT 16 or FAT 32 formatted USB drive to a computer that has
downloaded the newest DMX Operator firmware.
Open the USB drive on the computer and create a folder named “DMX_OPERATOR”.
Add the downloaded firmware update file to the “DMX_OPERATOR” folder.
3. Properly eject the USB drive from the computer.
4. Insert the USB drive into the rear USB interface on the controller.
5. Press and hold the FIXTURE 1, FIXTURE 2 BUTTONS (1) and SCENE 3 BUTTON (2) and
while pressing these buttons, power ON the controller.
6. After about 3 seconds, the LED display should show “UPFR”. When this is displayed,
release the FIXTURE 1, FIXTURE 2 BUTTONS (1) and SCENE 3 BUTTON (2).
7. After releasing bothe FIXTURE BUTTONS (1) and SCENE 3 BUTTON (2), press any other
button on the controller to upload the new firmware file to the DMX Operator.

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 DMX Operator MIDI Operation
To Activate MIDI operation:
1. Press and hold down the MIDI/REC BUTTON (7) for three seconds, the last two digits of
the LCD DISPLAY (3) will BLINK to indicate MIDI Mode.
2. Use the UP AND DOWN BUTTONS (4) to select the desired MIDI Channel 1 TO 16 you
want to activate.
3. Press and hold down the MIDI/REC BUTTON (7) for three seconds,to exit this function.

MIDI CHANNEL SETTING

BANK (Octave) NOTE NUMBER FUNCTION

BANK 1 00 TO 07 1 to 8 of Bank 1 on or off
BANK 2 08 TO 15 1 to 8 of Bank 1 on or off
BANK 3 16 TO 23 1 to 8 of Bank 1 on or off
BANK 4 24 TO 31 1 to 8 of Bank 1 on or off
BANK 5 32 TO 39 1 to 8 of Bank 1 on or off
BANK 6 40 TO 47 1 to 8 of Bank 6 on or off
BANK 7 48 TO 55 1 to 8 of Bank 7 on or off
BANK 8 56 TO 63 1 to 8 of Bank 8 on or off
BANK 9 64 TO 71 1 to 8 of Bank 9 on or off
BANK 10 72 TO 79 1 to 8 of Bank10 on or off
BANK 11 80 TO 87 1 to 8 of Bank11 on or off
BANK 12 88 TO 95 1 to 8 of Bank12 on or off
BANK 13 96 TO 103 1 to 8 of Bank13 on or off
BANK 14 104 TO 111 1 to 8 of Bank14 on or off
BANK 15 112 TO 119 1 to 8 of Bank14 on or off
CHASES 120 TO 125 1 to 6 Chases

BLACK OUT 126 BLACKOUT

DMX OPERATOR only receives MIDI notes and you may have to transpose your
keyboard to find the proper notes.

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DMX Operator Dimensional Drawing
1.8”/46m
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19”/482mm

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3.17”/80
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 DMX Operator Trouble Shooting
Listed below are a few common problems the user may encounter, with solutions.
Unit doesn’t respond when I move the faders
• Make sure address is correct.
• Make sure speed is adjusted, if available, for faster movement. Not all Fixtures have a speed
adjustment.
• If total of XLR cable is more than 90 feet make sure it is terminated properly.

Scenes don’t playback after I record them

• Make sure to press MIDI/RECORD BUTTON, before pressing SCENE BUTTON.
LED’s should blink after pressing each SCENE BUTTON.
• Make sure you are in the correct Bank that has scenes recorded.

Scenes don’t playback correctly like I recorded them

• Is the Fade Time to long for Speed selected?
• Make sure you are in the correct Bank that has scenes recorded.
• If total of XLR cable is more than 90 feet make sure it is terminated properly.

Chases don’t playback after I record them

• Make sure to press MIDI/RECORD BUTTON, after pressing SCENE BUTTON. LED’s should
blink after pressing MIDI/RECORD BUTTON.
• Make sure you are in the correct Chase that has steps recorded.
• If in Auto Mode, is It selected in Display? Did you adjust Speed after selecting Auto?
• Is Fade Time to long for Speed Selected?
• If total of XLR cable is more than 90 feet make sure it is terminated properly.

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DMX Operator Warranty
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY
A. ADJ Products, LLC hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, ADJ Products, LLC 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 acceptable
evidence, at the time service is sought.
B. For warranty service you must obtain a Return Authorization number (RA#)
before sending back the product–please contact ADJ Products, LLC Service Department
a t 8 0 0 - 3 2 2 - 6 3 3 7 . S e n d t h e p r o d u c t o n l y t o t h e A D J P r o d u c t s , L L C f a c t o r y. A l l
shipping charges must be pre-paid. If the requested repairs or service (including
parts replacement) are within the terms of this warranty, ADJ Products, LLC 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, ADJ Products, LLC 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 if the serial number has been altered or removed; if the product is modified in any
manner which ADJ Products, LLC concludes, after inspection, affects the reliability of the product; if the
product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the ADJ Products, LLC factory unless prior
written authorization was issued to purchaser by ADJ Products, LLC; 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 maintnance, cleaning or periodic check
up. During the period specified above, ADJ Products, LLC 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 ADJ Products, LLC under this
warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product, or replacement thereof, including parts, at the sole
discretion of ADJ Products, LLC. All products covered by this warranty were manufactured after August
15, 2012, and bear indentifying marks to that effect.
E. ADJ Products, LLC 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.

No warranty, whether expressed or implied, is given or made with respect to any accessory supplied with
products described above. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, all implied warranties made
by ADJ Products, LLC 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 ADJ Products, LLC 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 ADJ Products, LLC Products and
supersedes all prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and conditions heretofore
published.
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY PERIODS:
• Non L.E.D. Lighting Products = 1-year (365 days) 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 LED and lamps)
• Laser Products = 1 Year (365 Days) Limited Warranty (excluding laser diodes which have a 6 month
limited warranty)
• L.E.D. Products = 2-year (730 days) Limited Warranty (excluding batteries which have a 180 day lim-
ited warranty). Note: 2 Year Warranty only applies to purchases within the United States.
• StarTec Series = 1 Year Limited Warranty (excluding batteries which have a 180 day limited warranty).
• ADJ DMX Controllers = 2 Year (730 Days) Limited Warranty

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DMX Operator Specifications

DMX Operator
DC Input: 9V - 12VDC, 500mA Min.
Weight: 5 lbs./ 2.25 Kgs.
Dimensions: 5.25” (L) x 19” (W) x 2.5” (H)
133.35 x 482.6 x 63.5mm
Warranty: 2 Year (730 days)

Please Note: Specifications and improvements in the design of

this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior
written notice.

ADJ Products, LLC

6122 S. Eastern Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90040 USA
Tel: 323-582-2650 / Fax: 323-582-2941
Web: www.adj.com / E-mail: [email protected]
A.D.J. Supply Europe B.V.
Junostraat 2
6468 EW Kerkrade
Netherlands
[email protected] / www.adj.eu
Tel: +31 45 546 85 00 / Fax: +31 45 546 85 99