ADJ UBH900 User manual

Brand: ADJ

Model: UBH900

Category: Stroboscopes & disco lights

Type: User manual

User Manual

UB 9HUB 9H

Rev 06/2023

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DOCUMENT VERSION

Please check www.adj.com for the latest revision/update of this document.

Date Document

Version

Software

Version >

DMX Channel

Mode

Notes

08/04/17 1 1.01 6/10/12/18 Initial Release

03/10/21 2 1.03 N/C Update for Primary/Secondary Mode

06/19/23 3 N/C N/C Removed Airstream nformation

UB 9H Introduction

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Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the UB 9H by ADJ Products, LLC. Every UB 9H 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 xture for any damage and be sure all accessories necessary to operate the unit

have 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

rst contacting customer support.

Introduction: The ADJ UB 9H is a DMX intelligent, LED bar xture. This xture can be used in a stand

alone set up or connected in a Primary/Secondary set up. This xture has six operating modes: Sound

Active mode, Auto Run mode, Static Color mode, RGBWA+UV Dimmer mode, Built-In Program mode,

and DMX control mode.

Customer Support: ADJ Products, LLC provides a customer support line, to provide set up help and

to answer any questions that may arise during initial set up or 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. Pacic Standard Time.

Voice: (800) 322-6337

Fax: (323) 582-2941

E-mail: [email protected]

Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or re, 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, as

doing so will void your manufacturer’s warranty. In the unlikely event that your unit requires service,

please contact ADJ Products, LLC.

PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.

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UB 9H Features

• Multi-Colors

• Six Operating Modes

• Electronic Dimming 0-100%

• Built in Microphone

• DMX-512 protocol

• 3-Pin DMX Connection

• 4 DMX Modes: 6 Channel Mode, 10 Channel Mode, 12 Channel Mode, & 18 Channel Mode.

• Magnetic Quick Align (See Magnetic Quick Align section of this manual)

• ADJ UC IR compatible

• Multiple Unit Power Linking Capability (See the Multiple Unit Power Linking section of this man-

ual for details)

UB 9H Warranty Registration

The UB 9H 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

accompanied by 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 an R.A. number by contact-

ing our customer support team on our customer support number. All packages returned to the service

department not displaying an R.A. number on the outside of the package will be returned to the ship-

per.

UB 9H Installation

The unit should be mounted using a mounting clamp (not provided), which should be attached to the

mounting bracket that is provided with the unit. Always ensure that the unit is firmly fixed to avoid

vibration and slipping while operating. Always ensure that the structure to which you are attaching

the unit is secure and is able to support at least 10 times the unit’s weight. Also, always use a safety

cable that can hold at least 12 times the weight of the unit.

The equipment must be installed by a professional, and it must be installed in a place where it is out

of the reach of people’s grasp.

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UB 9H Safety Precautions

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this unit to 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 cord is frayed or broken.

• Do not attempt to remove or break off the ground prong from the electrical cord. This prong is

used to reduce the risk of electrical shock and fire in case of an internal short.

• Disconnect from main power before making any type of connection.

• Do not remove the cover for any reason. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

• Never operate this unit with the cover 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 unit if it has been damanged in any way.

• 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 from the power outlet.

• 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 at which they exit from

the unit.

• Cleaning - The fixture should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. See the

Cleaning section of this manual for cleaning details.

• Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,

stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

• The fixture should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.

B. Objects have fallen onto, or liquid has been spilled into, the fixture.

C. The fixture has been exposed to rain or water.

D. The fixture does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

UB 9H Safety Precautions

RISK GROUP 3 - RISK OF EXPOSURE TO ULTRAVIOLET (UV) RADIATION!

FIXTURE EMITS HIGH INTENSITY ULTRAVIOLET (UV) LIGHT AT A WAVELENGTH OF 390NM -

410NM.

WEAR PROPER EYE AND SKIN PROTECTION.

AVOID PROLONGED PERIODS OF EXPOSURE.

AVOID WEARING WHITE COLOR CLOTHING AND/OR USING (UV) PAINTS ON SKIN.

AVOID DIRECT EYE AND/OR SKIN EXPOSURE AT DISTANCES OF LESS THAN 11 feet (3.3m).

DO NOT OPERATE FIXTURE WITH DAMAGED OR MISSING EXTERNAL COVER PROTECTIVE

LENS.

DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE (UV) LIGHT AND/OR VIEW (UV) LIGHT DIRECTLY WITH

OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS THAT MAY CONCENTRATE THE LIGHT/RADIATION OUTPUT.

INDIVIDUALS SUFFERING FROM A RANGE OF EYE CONDITIONS, SUNLIGHT EXPOSURE

DISORDERS, OR INDIVIDUALS USING PHOTOSENSITIVE MEDICATION MAY EXPERIENCE

DISCOMFORT IF EXPOSED TO THE ULTRAVIOLET (UV) LIGHT EMITTED FROM THIS FIXTURE.

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UB 9H DMX Set Up

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Power Supply: The ADJ UB 9H contains an automatic voltage switch, which will automatically sense

the voltage when it is plugged into the power source. With this switch, there is no need to worry about

the correct power voltage, and this unit can be plugged in anywhere.

DMX-512: DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal protocol that is used as a form

of communication between intelligent fixtures and controllers. A DMX controller sends DMX data

instructions from the controller to the fixture. 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 control-

lers only have a DATA “OUT” terminal).

DMX Linking: DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of different manufacturers to be

linked together and operate from a single controller, as long as all fixtures and the controller are DMX

compliant. To ensure proper DMX data transmission, try to use the shortest cable path possible

when linking several DMX fixtures. 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. 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 Operation): The UB 9H can be controlled via

DMX-512 protocol. The UB 9H has 4 DMX channel modes; please see the Channel Mode sections

of this manual for the different modes. The DMX address is set on the back panel of the UB 9H. Your

unit and your DMX controller require a standard 3-pin XLR connector for data input and data output

(Figure 1). We recommend Accu-Cable DMX cables. If you are making your own cables, be sure to

use standard 110-120 Ohm shielded cable (This cable may be purchased at almost all pro lighting

stores). Your cables should be made with a male XLR connector at one end of the cable and a female

XLR connector at the other. Also remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained and cannot be

split.

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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 connect the cable’s shield conductor to the ground lug or allow the

shield conductor to come into contact with the XLR cable’s outer casing. Grounding the shield could

cause a short circuit and result in erratic behavior.

Special Note: Line Termination. When longer runs of cable are used, you may need to use a ter-

minator on the last unit to avoid erratic behavior. A terminator is a 110-120 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 (ADJ part number Z-DMX/T) will decrease the chances of erratic behavior.

5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors. Some manufacturers use 5-pin DMX-512 data cables for DATA trans-

mission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin DMX fixtures may be implemented in a 3-pin DMX line. When insert-

ing standard 5-pin data cables into a 3-pin line a cable adaptor must be used. These adaptors are

readily available at most electronics stores. The chart below details a proper cable conversion.

UB 9H DMX Set Up

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UB 9H Operating Instructions

LED Display On/Off:

To set the LED display to turn off after 10 seconds of inactivity, press the MODE button until “don” is

displayed, then press the UP button until “doff” is displayed on the screen. Now the display will turn

off after 10s. Press any button to turn the display on again.

LED Display Inversion:

Follow these instructions to flip the display 180° so that the display can be read when the unit is

mounted upside down.

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “dXX” is displayed. “XX” represents either

“on” or “oFF”.

2. Press the SET UP button until “Stnd” is displayed.

3. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to “flip” the display 180°.

Operating Modes:

The UB 9H has six operating modes:

• Static Color Mode - There are 63 colors to choose from.

• RGBWA+UV Dimmer Mode - Choose one of the 6 colors to remain static, or adjust the intensity

of each color to create a custom color.

• Built-In Program - There are 22 built-in programs to choose from with multiple adjustments.

• Auto Run - An auto program will run with adjustable fade speed and strobe.

• Sound-Active mode - The unit will react to sound, chasing through the built in programs.

• DMX control mode - This function will allow you to control each DMX trait with a standard DMX

512 controller.

Static Color Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “CLXX” is displayed.

2. There are 63 colors to choose from. Select your desired color by pressing the UP and DOWN

buttons. After you have selected your desired color you can activate strobing by pressing the

SET UP button to enter the Flash (strobe) mode.

3. “FS.XX” will now be displayed, indicating that the device is now in Flash mode. The Flash can be

adjusted between “FS.00” (flash off) to “FS.15” (fastest flash).

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UB 9H Operating Instructions

RGBWA & UV Dimmer Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “r.XXX” is displayed. You are in Red dimming

mode.

2. Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity. After you have finished adjusting the inten-

sity, or if you would like to skip to the next color, press the SET UP button.

3. When “G.XXX” is displayed you are in Green dimming mode. Press the UP and DOWN buttons to

adjust intensity.

4. When “b.XXX” is displayed you are in Blue dimming mode. Press the UP and DOWN buttons to

adjust intensity.

5. When “U.XXX” is displayed you are in White dimming mode. Press the UP and DOWN buttons to

adjust intensity.

6. When “A.XXX” is displayed you are in Amber dimming mode. Press the UP and DOWN buttons to

adjust intensity.

7. When “u.XXX” is displayed you are in UV dimming mode. Press the UP and DOWN buttons to

adjust intensity.

8. After you have adjusted the colors to make your desired color you can then activate strobing by

pressing the SET UP button to enter the strobe mode.

9. “FSXX” will be displayed, indicating that the device is now in strobe mode. The strobe can be

adjusted between “00” (flash off) to “15” (fastest flash).

Auto Run Mode:

In this mode the fixture will run an auto program.

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “AUTO” is displayed.

2. After you have activated Auto Run mode, press the SET UP button to adjust the fade time.

3. Once you press SET UP “Fd.XX” should be displayed. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to set the

fade speed to either “Fd.00” (fade off) or between “Fd.01” (fastest speed) and “Fd.99” (slowest

speed). After adjusting the fade speed, press SET UP if you wish to activate the Flash mode.

4. “FS.XX” will now be displayed, indicating that the device is now in Flash mode. The Flash can be

adjusted between “FS.00” (flash off) to “FS.15” (fastest flash).

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UB 9H Operating Instructions

Built-In Program Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “Pr.XX” is displayed. “XX” represents a num-

ber from 1-22. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll through the 22 programs. Programs 21 and

22 have adjustable base and scrolling colors. Once you have found your desired program, press

the SET UP button.

2. Pressing the SET UP button will display “SP.XX”. When this is displayed, you can adjust the run-

ning speed of your desired program. Use the UP or DOWN button to adjust the speed between

“SP.01” (slowest) and “SP.99” (fastest). Once you have set your desired running speed, you can

press the SET UP button to to enter the Fade adjustment mode.

3. Pressing the SET UP button will display “Fd.XX”. When this is displayed, you can adjust the

fade speed of your desired program. Use the UP or DOWN button to adjust the speed between

“Fd.01” (fastest) and “Fd.99” (slowest) or “Fd.00” (Off). Once you have set your desired fade

speed, you can press the SET UP button to enter the Flash (Strobe) mode.

4. After pressing SET UP, “FS.XX” will be displayed, indicating that the device is now in Flash mode.

The Flash can be adjusted between “FS.00” (flash off) to “FS.15” (fastest flash).

• PROGRAMS 21 & 22 - If you have chosen programs 21 or 22, after the Flash mode, press the

SET UP button. “C1.XX” will be displayed. This is the base color. Use the UP and DOWN buttons

to scroll through the 7 colors. Once you have chosen your base color, press the SET UP button

again so that “C2.XX” is displayed. This is the moving color. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to

scroll through the 7 colors.

Sound Active Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “SU.XX” is displayed. “XX” represents the

sound sensitivity level.

2. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to adjust the sound sensitivity. “SU.00” is off, “SU.01 is the lowest

sensitivity, and “SU.31” is the highest. After adjusting the sound sensitivity, press SET UP if you

wish to activate the Flash mode.

3. “FS.XX” will now be displayed, indicating that the device is now in Flash mode. The Flash can be

adjusted between “FS.00” (flash off) to “FS.15” (fastest flash).

DMX Mode:

Operating through a DMX controller gives the user the freedom to create programs tailored to his

or her own individual needs. This function also allows you to use your fixtures as spot lights. The

UB 9H has 4 DMX modes: 6-channel mode, 10-channel mode, 12-channel mode, and 18-channel

mode. See the Channel Mode sections of this manual for details.

1. This function will allow you to control each individual fixture’s traits with a standard DMX 512

controller.

2. To run your fixture in DMX mode, press the MODE button until “d.XXX” is displayed. “XXX” rep-

resents the current used address. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to select your desired DMX

address, then press the SETUP button so that “Ch.XX” is displayed.

3. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll through the DMX Channel modes: “Ch06” for 6-chan-

nel mode, “Ch10” for 10-channel mode, “Ch12” for 12-channel mode, or “Ch18” for 18-channel

mode.

4. After you have chosen your desired DMX channel mode, connect the fixture to any standard DMX

controller via the XLR connections on the fixture and controller.

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UB 9H Operating Instructions

ADJ Remote Activation:

This function is used to activate and deactivate the IR sensor. When this function is activated, you

can control the fixture using the ADJ UC IR. Please see the ADJ UC IR Operation section of this

manual for details on controls and functions.

Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “dXX” is displayed. “XX” represents either “on”

or “oFF”.

Press the SET UP button until “IrXX” is displayed. “XX” represents either “on” or “oF”.

Press the UP or DOWN buttons to either activate the remote function (On) or deactivate it (Off).

DMX State:

This mode defines how the fixture will behave in the event that DMX signal is lost or interrupted.

It also determines the operating mode that the fixture will default to when power is applied after a

shutdown event.

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “d.XXX” is displayed. “XXX” represents the

current DMX address.

2. Press the SET UP button so that “nodn” is displayed. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to scroll

through the DMX states.

• “bLAC” (Blackout) - If the DMX signal is lost or interrupted, the unit will automatically go into

stand by mode.

• “LASt” (Last State) - If the DMX signal is lost or interrupted, the fixture will stay in the last

DMX set up. If power is applied and this mode is set, the unit will automatically go into the

last DMX set up.

• “ProG” (Auto Run) - If the DMX signal is lost or interrupted, the unit will automatically go into

Auto Run mode.

3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to find your desired DMX state, then press SET UP to confirm

and exit.

Dimmer Curve:

This is used to set the dimming curve used with DMX mode. See the Dimming Curves section of

this manual for details.

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until the current DMX address is displayed.

2. Press the SET UP button until “dr-X” is displayed. “X” represents the displayed dimmer curve

(0-4).

• 0 - Standard

• 1 - Stage

• 2 - TV

• 3 - Architectural

• 4 - Theatre

3. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll through and select your desired dimming curve.

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UB 9H Operating Instructions

Default Running Mode:

This is a default running mode. When this mode is activated all modes will return to their default set-

tings and an Auto program will run.

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “dXX” is displayed. “XX” represents either

“on” or “oFF”.

2. Press the SET UP button until “dEFA” is displayed.

3. Press the UP and DOWN buttons at the same time.

UB 9H Primary-Secondary Configuration

Primary-Secondary Configuration:

This function will allows you to link units together to run in a Primary-Secondary mode, in which one

unit will act as the controlling unit and the others will react to the controlling units built-in programs.

Any unit can act as a Primary or as a Secondary; however, only one unit in a set of linked units can

be programmed to act as the Primary.

Primary-Secondary Connections and Settings:

1. Daisy chain your units together via the XLR connectors on the rear pabels of each unit. Use stan-

dard XLR data cables to link your units together. Remember that the Male XLR connector is the

input and the Female XLR connector is the ouput. The first unit in the chain (primary) will use the

female XLR connector only, while the last unit in the chain will use the male XLR connector only.

2. Set the Primary unit to your desired operating mode and then connect the Secondary unit or

units.

3. For the Secondary unit(s) press the MODE button until “Sec” is displayed. The Secondary unit(s)

will now follow the Primary unit.

UB 9H Multiple Unit Power Linking

This unit has the capability to link up to multiple other units of the same model type using the

IEC input and output sockets.

The maximum number of fixtures that can be connected in this manner is as follows:

10 fixtures @ 120V

18 fixtures @ 240V

Once this number has been reached, a new power outlet must be used in order to accommo-

date any additional fixtures. All linked fixtures must be of the same make and model type. DO

NOT mix fixtures!

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UB 9H ADJ UC IR Operation

The UC IR infrared remote gives you control of various functions. To control the fixture you must aim

the remote at the front of the fixture and be witih the maximum range of 30 feet. To use the ADJ UC

IR you must first activate the fixtures infrared sensor, as described in the Operating Instructions

section of this manual. Please note the unit must be set to Primary mode in order to work with the

UC IR.

STAND BY - Pressing this button will blackout the fixture. Press the button again to return to the

normal state.

FULL ON - Press this button down to fully illuminate the unit. Press this button again to return the

unit to its last mode of operation.

FADE/GOBO - This button activates fade mode. Use buttons 1-3 to adjust the fade speed.

“DIMMER +” and “DIMMER -” - Use these buttons to adjust the output intensity.

STROBE - Press this button to activate strobing. Use buttons 1-4 to adjust the strobe speed, with

“1” being the slowest, and “4” being the fastest. Press this button again to stop strobing.

COLOR - Press this button to activate color mode. Use buttons 1-9 to find your desired color.

1-9 - Use buttons 1-9 to select your desired color when color mode is active or your desired pro-

gram when show mode is active. Use buttons 1-4 to select you desired strobe rate when strobing is

active.

SOUND ON & OFF - Use the buttons to activate and deactivate sound active mode.

SHOW 0 - Press this button to activate show mode. Use buttons 1-9 to select your desired show.

Press this button twice for show 10. Press button 1 twice for show 11.

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UB 9H 6 Channel Mode

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UB 9H 10 Channel Mode

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UB 9H 12 Channel Mode

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UB 9H 12 Channel Mode

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UB 9H 18 Channel Mode

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ADJ UBH900 User manual

Brand: ADJ

Model: UBH900

Category: Stroboscopes & disco lights

Type: User manual

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